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Jason M. Schwartz is a Partner at Stegmeier, Gelbart, Schwartz & Benavente, LLP, and exclusively practices family law. Jason has been with the firm since he was admitted to the State Bar of California in summer 2001. Jason earned his Juris Doctor Degree from Western State University College of Law in December 2000, and his Bachelor of Science Degree from the University of North Texas, where he majored in political science with a double minor in criminal justice and journalism. Jason has b...

Brandon Sylvia is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Litigation - Labor and Employment. Brandon practices law in Irvine, California Best Lawyers has recognized Brandon Sylvia since 2025. 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 Brandon Sylvia is held by other lawyers.

Roger F. Friedman is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law and Litigation - Bankruptcy. Roger F. practices law in Irvine, California Best Lawyers has recognized Roger F. Friedman 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 Roger F. Friedman is he...

Karla Kraft is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Commercial Litigation. Karla practices law in Newport Beach, California Best Lawyers has recognized Karla Kraft since 2019. 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 Karla Kraft is held by other lawyers.

Jim McDonald is managing partner of the Irvine office and a partner in the Los Angeles office. He is also the firm's marketing partner and chair of the firm's Development Committee. Jim tries employment cases before juries, judges and arbitrators. His practice especially focuses on executive terminations, workplace harassment and discrimination claims, the Americans with Disabilities Act, mental health issues in the workplace, and trade secrets and unfair competition matters. Jim also advises...

Kathleen M. Marcus is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Criminal Defense: White-Collar, Litigation - Regulatory Enforcement (SEC, Telecom, Energy) and Litigation - Securities. Kathleen M. practices law in Newport Beach, California Best Lawyers has recognized Kathleen M. Marcus since 2021. 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 ...

Alexis P. Federico is a civil litigator at Bienert Katzman Littrell Williams LLP representing businesses, insurers, and individuals in complex disputes throughout California, including San Clemente and the surrounding communities. Her practice includes Commercial Litigation, Criminal Defense: White-Collar , Insurance Law, and Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs. Alexis handles a broad range of litigation matters involving contract and licensing disputes, business tort claims, co...

Mark L. Skaist is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Corporate Law, Mergers and Acquisitions Law and Venture Capital Law. Mark L. practices law in Newport Beach, California Best Lawyers has recognized Mark L. Skaist since 2019. 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 Mark L. Skaist is held by other lawyers.

Andy has more than 40 years of experience as a civil trial lawyer defending insurance companies, financial institutions, and other businesses against a wide variety of claims. With decades of experience litigating insurance bad faith claims, Andy’s capabilities are in high demand. He has successfully tried cases throughout California and in seven other states. He also tries cases before the United States Court of Federal Claims which hears monetary-related claims against the federal gov...

During the last 28 years, Edward Susolik has come to be known and respected as one of the top litigation attorneys in Southern California. Mr. Susolik is known for his powerful and aggressive interdisciplinary litigation practice, combining expert trial and courtroom advocacy skills with bold and decisive litigation strategies. The foundation of Mr. Susolik's success is his diverse litigation practice. Unlike most lawyers who specialize in narrow areas of practice, Mr. Susolik specializes in ...