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Michael L. Rains is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Criminal Defense: General Practice. Michael L. practices law in Pleasant Hill, California Best Lawyers has recognized Michael L. Rains 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 Michael L. Rains is held by other lawyers.

Shane R. Ford is a family law attorney with The Ford Firm PC in Oakland, California. He has been recognized by Best Lawyers in the area of Family Law since 2019, based on peer-review evaluations from attorneys practicing in the same geographic region and legal field. Mr. Ford represents clients in a wide range of family law matters and is actively involved in organizations connected to the practice of family law throughout California. His professional involvement includes service on the Board...

Linda M. Anderson is a Partner at Flicker Kerin LLP in San Ramon, California. Certified as a Family Law Specialist by the State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization, Ms. Anderson represents clients in a broad range of family law matters, including divorce , child custody and visitation , child and spousal support, property characterization and division , and complex high-asset disputes . Ms. Anderson works with individuals and families throughout the Bay Area on matters involving f...

Brittney N. Sturtevant is a Principal at Flicker Kerin LLP in San Ramon, California, and a Certified Family Law Specialist certified by the State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization. Her practice is focused on Family Law matters, including divorce , child custody and visitation , child and spousal support, property characterization and division , and complex high-asset cases. Ms. Sturtevant represents clients throughout the San Francisco Bay Area in a wide range of family law matt...

Kristin M. Lucey is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs and Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs. Kristin M. practices law in Orinda, California Best Lawyers has recognized Kristin M. Lucey since 2016. 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 Kristin M. Lucey is held by oth...

Shana has achieved hundreds of millions of dollars in recovery for classes in antitrust matters, and has been named a Northern California Super Lawyer and top California antitrust attorney. CURRENT ROLE Partner, Hagens Berman Sobol Shapiro LLP Managing Partner of Hagens Berman’s Berkeley office Practice is devoted entirely to representing plaintiffs in complex litigation, and primarily in the areas of antitrust and unfair competition RECENT SUCCESS Ms. Scarlett has played a leading role...

Andy Gillin received his Bachelor’s Degree from the University of California at Berkeley, and his law degree from the University of Chicago. He is a co-author of California Government Tort Liability Practice, published by California Continuing Education of the Bar. He has written and lectured in the field of plaintiffs’ personal injury law for numerous organizations. Andy’s case results include many recoveries for his clients in excess of $1,000,000. Bar Admissions: State of...

Philip A. Schnayerson is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Criminal Defense: General Practice and Criminal Defense: White-Collar. Philip A. practices law in Hayward, California Best Lawyers has recognized Philip A. Schnayerson since 1987. 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 Philip A. Schnayerson is held by other lawyers.

Ralph Jacobson received his law degree from Stanford University in 1969. His concentration has been in personal injury and employment litigation for over 30 years. He has written numerous articles for the CEB Civil Litigation Reporter, a leading professional journal for attorneys. One such article was cited by the California Supreme Court in an opinion. Ralph has served as a consultant to Bancroft Whitney, a leading legal text publisher, for its California Civil Practice Series. He has lectur...

Founding Partner On January 16, 2025,, Gary Gwilliam received the first ever, Legend of The Law, Lifetime Achievement Award presented by the Alameda Contra Costs Trial Lawyers Association. Gary Gwilliam is considered one of the best consumer trial attorneys in the state. His reputation and skill in representing seriously injured plaintiffs is well known. He has tried over 180 jury cases, of which almost 150 were plaintiff civil personal injury cases. He has handled major cases in every area o...