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With more than 25 years’ experience as a trial lawyer, Partner Patrick McNicholas exclusively represents victims in catastrophic injury, product liability, sexual assault and other consumer-oriented matters, such as civil rights and aviation disasters. Mr. McNicholas has tried and settled numerous noteworthy cases, including a $44 million settlement for air crash victims, a $10.8 million jury verdict awarded to a minor molested by a school teacher, a $10 million jury verdict to a constr...

Panish | Shea | Ravipudi LLP attorney Pete Kaufman represents plaintiffs in complex pharmaceutical and medical device litigation and catastrophic personal injury cases. Formerly a shareholder in the Florida-based national mass tort litigation firm Levin, Papantonio P.A., Mr. Kaufman joined PSR in 2010 and has recovered hundreds of millions of dollars for his clients. Named the 2025 “Lawyer of the Year” for Mass Tort Litigation/Class Actions – Plaintiffs in Los Angeles by Bes...

Wendy E. Lane is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Employment Law - Management. Wendy E. practices law in Los Angeles, California Best Lawyers has recognized Wendy E. Lane since 2020. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Wendy E. Lane is held by other lawyers.

Jeff Biederman has practiced in most every aspect of the entertainment and media landscape including music, film, television, branding, fashion, advertising, video games and apps, as well as representing executives in these fields in their various employment agreements. Jeff’s clients include recording artists, producers, composers, managers, and executives in the music industry, as well as studios, publishing companies, production companies, actors, athletes, writers, models, designers...

Mr. Dulberg has substantial experience representing debtors, creditors, trustees, asset purchasers, and creditors’ committees in insolvency matters throughout the country. He has served as lead counsel for clients in a wide range of industries such as retail, technology, food services, new media, and real estate, among others. Mr. Dulberg has played a key role in several Chapter 11 matters that have been awarded accolades such as “Chapter 11 Reorganization of the Year” by th...

Thomas R. Freeman is a principal at Bird Marella and a graduate of the Northwestern University School of Law. His practice is focused on civil litigation at the trial and appellate levels, and criminal appeals. He is certified as an appellate specialist by the State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization and has argued countless cases before federal and state appellate courts and case-dispositive motions before trial courts. Tom has handled a broad range of complex matters, including...

Anthony R. Callobre is a Shareholder and Chair of Buchalter Nemer's Bank and Finance Practice Group. He practices in the areas of commercial lending and corporate finance. His clients include commercial banks, commercial finance companies, hedge funds, private equity groups, business development companies, and other investors and lenders. Tony practices across a broad spectrum of the commercial and industrial sector. His practice includes debt financing transactions, ranging from middle-marke...

Matthew Soroky is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Franchise Law. Matthew practices law in Encino, California Best Lawyers has recognized Matthew Soroky since 2027. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Matthew Soroky is held by other lawyers.

Alyse Pelavin focuses her practice on estate and gift tax planning for high net worth individuals and closely held businesses and in the administration of estates and trusts. She also has extensive experience in the areas of charitable giving and tax-exempt organizations. Her clients range from young entrepreneurs and corporate executives to multigenerational family groups. Alyse works closely with clients at every stage to implement tax-efficient wealth transfer and preservation strategies t...

Robert C. Barton is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Litigation - Trusts and Estates. Robert C. practices law in Los Angeles, California Best Lawyers has recognized Robert C. Barton since 2022. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Robert C. Barton is held by other lawyers.