Michael E. Brewer

Ellen A. Friedman practices in the areas of commercial transactions, bankruptcy and insolvency. Ellen has extensive experience representing both debtors and creditors. She has represented creditors in bankruptcy cases all over the United States, including serving on unsecured creditors' committees. Ellen has represented secured lenders in a variety of workouts and bankruptcy cases, including real estate and retail. She has participated in financial restructurings ranging from small companies ...

Sal Lim is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Litigation - Intellectual Property and Litigation - Patent. Sal practices law in Foster City, California Best Lawyers has recognized Sal Lim 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 Sal Lim is held by other lawyers.

Christopher L. Wanger is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Commercial Litigation. Christopher L. practices law in San Francisco, California Best Lawyers has recognized Christopher L. Wanger 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 Christopher L. Wanger is held by other lawyers.

Jon M. Novotny is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Corporate Law. Jon M. practices law in San Francisco, California Best Lawyers has recognized Jon M. Novotny 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 which Jon M. Novotny is held by other lawyers.

Bill Campbell is an attorney at BraunHagey & Borden. He has over 30 years’ experience in insurance coverage, professional liability, and other complex business cases. Bill’s insurance coverage practice includes counseling and litigating on behalf of clients concerning a wide range of insurance coverage issues. He has extensive experience in representing clients in complex civil cases in state and federal courts. He also provides coverage opinions and assists clients in analyzi...

Michael O’Bryan is a partner in the firm’s Corporate Department. His practice focuses on U.S. and international mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and other strategic transactions, including “going private” and other related party transactions. He has been involved in more than 350 M&A transactions, advising companies, boards, and special committees, as well as investment banks, in both negotiated and contested transactions. Mr. O’Bryan has worked extensive...

Wendy Tice-Wallner is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Employment Law - Individuals. Wendy practices law in San Francisco, California Best Lawyers has recognized Wendy Tice-Wallner 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 Wendy Tice-Wallner is held by other lawyers.

When business partnerships, startups, and investment funds are in the throes of intra-company disputes or face claims of wrongdoing, business litigator John D. Pernick guides companies and their founders, directors, executives, and investors toward resolutions that serve their overall interests, be it through negotiation or litigation. He also represents companies and individuals in complex state and federal litigation matters and in connection with investigations by the Securities Exchange C...

Matthew I. Kreeger is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Litigation - Intellectual Property. Matthew I. practices law in San Francisco, California Best Lawyers has recognized Matthew I. Kreeger 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 which Matthew I. Kreeger is held by other lawyers.

Fortune 100 companies rely on Valarie Williams to resolve critical multinational antitrust issues in the boardroom and the courtroom. She has innovative ideas for deciding where and when to bring lawsuits to recover compensation for past wrongs, defending against serious allegations brought by the government or civil claimants, and getting a deal through antitrust regulators in multiple jurisdictions. Valarie concentrates her practice in antitrust litigation, with extensive experience in both...