Zachary "Zac" Smith

Scott Alexander served as the managing partner of Murphy Austin from 2012 to 2024. Scott practices business and commercial litigation throughout all California state and federal courts, with a primary emphasis in construction and real estate litigation, public contracts and complex contract disputes. Scott routinely represents public entities, private owners, general contractors, subcontractors, and architects and engineers on a broad array of issues within the construction industry, includin...

The emphasis of Mr. Dreyer's practice is personal injury trial practice, specializing in the areas of catastrophic injuries and wrongful death matters. He has tried to conclusion in excess of 100 civil cases. During the course of his career, Mr. Dreyer has obtained in excess of 100 seven-figure verdicts and settlements. He has obtained multi-million dollar verdicts in wrongful death matters, catastrophic brain and spinal injury cases as well as public entity matters. He was sought out by the ...

Benjamin L. Webster is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Litigation - Labor and Employment. Benjamin L. practices law in Sacramento, California Best Lawyers has recognized Benjamin L. Webster 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 Benjamin L. Webster is held by other lawyers.

Michelle Rowe Hallsten is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Corporate Law, Mergers and Acquisitions Law and Venture Capital Law. Michelle Rowe practices law in Sacramento, California Best Lawyers has recognized Michelle Rowe Hallsten 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 Michelle Rowe Hallsten is held by othe...

Mike Schoenfeld’s practice actively involves all aspects of the construction industry, both federal and state, from drafting and negotiating of contract language, licensing issues, bid protests, consultation during construction and through dispute resolution. Mike’s clients include public and private owners, general contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, sureties, construction managers, and consultants. Matters frequently involve issues concerning contract claims, delay, loss of ...

Anthony Oceguera advises on labor and employment law matters, focusing on employment litigation. He is particularly skilled in resolving single plaintiff cases and class and collective actions in federal and state courts. Among his clients are a diverse range of employers, ranging from small family businesses to large multinational corporations. He also represents business in private arbitrations and administrative claims before an array of public agencies, such as the California Labor Commis...

The Goralka Law Firm, P.C. works with successful families and business owners to minimize income and estate tax, better protect assets and to transition legacies and family values to the next generation.

James (Jim) Dyer is the firm’s Chief Financial Officer and Managing Shareholder of the Sacramento office of Buchalter. With more than 30 years of experience as a corporate and bank regulatory lawyer and a background in public accounting, Mr. Dyer serves as outside general counsel to a number of business enterprises ranging from privately held businesses to a publicly-traded company, including financial institutions.

Timothy Long is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Employment Law - Management and Litigation - Labor and Employment. Timothy practices law in Sacramento, California Best Lawyers has recognized Timothy Long 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 Timothy Long is held by other lawyers.

Chris Alvarez is an associate in the firm’s Sacramento office. His practice focuses on representing employers in federal and state courts, in all stages of litigation. He also counsels and advises clients on labor and employment law matters.Prior to joining Fisher Phillips, Chris was in private practice with a law firm representing employers in labor and employment matters. Chris graduated from the University of California Davis School of Law. While in law school, he served as a Senior ...