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Jenny Dixon represents individuals and companies in business and employment disputes, corporate and securities fraud, and violations of antitrust and competition laws. She has represented employers in proceedings before the California Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) Labor Commissioner’s office, Department of Fair Employment and Housing (DFEH), and the Civil Rights Department (CRD). With over 25 years of experience in both the pursuit and defense of complex claims, Jenny has the...

Anna Burnett is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Real Estate Law. Anna practices law in San Diego, California Best Lawyers has recognized Anna Burnett 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 Anna Burnett is held by other lawyers.

Deyan P. Spiridonov is a member of the firm’s Mergers & Acquisitions practice. He is a member of the California State Bar Association. Deyan practices in the area of mergers and acquisitions and has represented public and private companies in the telecommunications, semiconductor, software, technology-related defense contracting, biotechnology and financial industries. Mr. Spiridonov has experience in structuring and negotiating all aspects of acquisition transactions, including sto...

Scott J. Ingold is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Trusts and Estates. Scott J. practices law in San Diego, California Best Lawyers has recognized Scott J. Ingold since 2026. 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 Scott J. Ingold is held by other lawyers.

David S. Casey, Jr., a senior partner in the firm, has practiced for over 30 years in the area of serious personal injury and wrongful death litigation. He has been recognized as Lawyer of the Year by the San Diego County Bar Association, listed in "Best Lawyers in America,” and named by the Los Angeles Daily Journal as one of the Top 100 Lawyers in California. In 2003, Mr. Casey was elected by his peers to be the president of the 65,000 member Association of Trial Lawyers of America. (...

Karen Albence is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs. Karen practices law in San Diego, California Best Lawyers has recognized Karen Albence since 2026. 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 Karen Albence is held by other lawyers.

Roberta Taylor Winston is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Insurance Law and Litigation - Insurance. Roberta Taylor practices law in San Diego, California Best Lawyers has recognized Roberta Taylor Winston 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 Roberta Taylor Winston is held by other lawyers.

Gordon R. Levinson is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs. Gordon R. practices law in Carlsbad, California Best Lawyers has recognized Gordon R. Levinson 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 Gordon R. Levinson is held by other lawyers.

Paul Reynolds is a Partner in the San Diego, California office of Shustak Reynolds & Partners PC . His practice focuses on commercial litigation , securities litigation, and complex business disputes. For more than 25 years, he has represented businesses, investors, and individuals in high-stakes matters in courts and arbitration forums across the United States. Mr. Reynolds maintains a nationwide practice, including substantial work in California, Delaware, and New York. He represents bo...

As a partner in the firm’s Corporate & Securities, Real Estate, and Employment practice groups, Kenneth Jones has more than 30 years of experience in all phases of corporate, real estate, finance, business, commercial and employment law. Mr. Jones’s broad experience, education and knowledge in real estate and business matters allows him to employ a practical, creative approach in representing his clients. Mr. Jones represents clients in business planning, entity formation, gov...