David S. Kupetz

Steve, BG Law's Managing Partner, represents financial institutions, Fortune 500 companies (and their financing divisions), closely held businesses and high net worth individuals in complex bankruptcy and insolvency matters. He is known in the insolvency arena as the “involuntary bankruptcy go-to lawyer” because of his management of the sensitive issues surrounding involuntary bankruptcy filings, and general business advice he applies to navigate potential pitfalls and solve probl...

Ben D. Orlanski is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Corporate Law and Securities / Capital Markets Law. Ben D. practices law in Los Angeles, California Best Lawyers has recognized Ben D. Orlanski 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 Ben D. Orlanski is held by other lawyers.

Jessica Weisel has more than 20 years of experience handling must-win civil appeals, writs, and trial court motions for businesses and individuals. She has litigated in nearly every federal circuit Court of Appeals and has extensive experience in the California Supreme Court and California Court of Appeal. Jessica’s substantive appellate experience covers a vast range of subjects. She recently obtained reversals of a $19 million wrongful termination judgment in an employment suit, a $27...

Kira S. Masteller represents clients in all matters of trust and estate planning, including federal estate and gift tax exemptions, control of assets while reducing estate taxes for the clients and their heirs, business and succession planning, the creation of special trusts, and post death trust administration.

Gregory B. Koltun is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Litigation - Antitrust. Gregory B. practices law in Los Angeles, California Best Lawyers has recognized Gregory B. Koltun since 2023. 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 Gregory B. Koltun is held by other lawyers.

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Elena Baca is the Global Chair of the Paul Hastings Employment Law Department and leads a diverse group of more than 80 lawyers in 10 offices around the world. Ms. Baca is a first-chair litigator who regularly navigates high-stakes litigation, conducts sensitive investigations and advises C-suite executives and corporate boards on compliance and regulatory issues involving human capital. In her role as practice Chair, Paul Hastings’ Employment Department has anticipated and led the resp...

Colin Proksel focuses his practice on complex litigation across a wide set of industries. With over fifteen years of experience, he has a long track record of success representing clients in both state and federal court, alternative dispute resolution processes (including mediation and arbitration), and administrative proceedings. Colin graduated with distinction from the University of Iowa College of Law. Before joining Osborn Maledon, he served as a law clerk to the late Honorable Arthur L....

As co-chair of the firm’s national consumer financial services practice , Chuck Washburn navigates the complex web of laws governing consumer financial services. Much of his work revolves around rules issued by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, created by the Dodd-Frank Act. In addition to proactively helping clients comply with laws, Chuck negotiates with CFPB staff attorneys and other representatives on behalf of clients who allegedly have violated compliance laws. He also int...

Amber N. Morton is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Litigation - Trusts and Estates. Amber N. practices law in Los Angeles, California Best Lawyers has recognized Amber N. Morton since 2024. 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 Amber N. Morton is held by other lawyers.