Best Lawyers in California, United States for Criminal Defense: White-Collar
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Yegor Fursevich is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation, Criminal Defense: White-Collar, Litigation - Labor and Employment and Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants. Yegor, who practices law in Los Angeles, California, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Yegor is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Kirsi Luther joined the firm in 2022, following five years of service to the federal judiciary. Kirsi first served as an extern and clinical intern for then-Chief Judge Dana L. Christensen of the District of Montana. Following law school, Kirsi went on to clerk for the Honorable Judge Christensen for two years. From 2021 to 2022, she clerked for the Honorable Sidney R. Thomas of the United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit. Kirsi earned her law degree from the University of Montan...
David Boyadzhyan is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation and Criminal Defense: White-Collar. David, who practices law in Los Angeles, California, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which David is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Maura Riley is a top attorney in Los Angeles, California recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Criminal Defense: White-Collar. Maura has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Maura is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area. In addition to her work in white-collar defense, Maura has a proven track record in high-stakes business litigation, corporate compliance...
Jennifer Lieser is highly regarded in both legal and academic circles for her exceptional skills in litigating and investigating business and financial crimes. She specializes in internal investigation and corporate compliance, working with small to medium sized companies throughout the country. Prior to practicing law, Jennifer's career journey began with a foundation in corporate public relations, where she honed her skills at one of the world's leading firms in the field. Her experience ex...
Misa Eiritz is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation and Criminal Defense: White-Collar. Misa, who practices law in Los Angeles, California, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Misa is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Alexis Paschedag Federico is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation, Criminal Defense: White-Collar, Insurance Law and Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs. Alexis Paschedag, who practices law in San Clemente, California, has been recognized since 2023. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Alexis Paschedag is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal ...
Sareen K. Armani is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation and Criminal Defense: White-Collar. Sareen K., who practices law in Los Angeles, California, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Sareen K. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Michael H. Todisco is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation, Criminal Defense: White-Collar, Litigation - Intellectual Property and Litigation - Securities. Michael H., who practices law in Los Angeles, California, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Michael H. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
William Odom is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation and Criminal Defense: White-Collar. William, who practices law in Los Angeles, California, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which William is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Julian Kennedy is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Criminal Defense: White-Collar. Julian, who practices law in San Diego, California, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Julian is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Since joining the Firm in 2017, Payton Lyon has developed broad experience at both the state and federal levels assisting clients in matters involving allegations of fraud, trade secret misappropriation, and RICO violations, among others. Payton has also represented clients during investigations conducted by numerous governmental agencies, including the Securities and Exchange Commission, the Department of Justice, and the California Fair Political Practices Commission. Before joining the Fir...
Logan Noblin is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Criminal Defense: General Practice and Criminal Defense: White-Collar. Logan, who practices law in San Diego, California, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Logan is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Lindsey M. Hay litigates complex civil and criminal cases at both the state and federal levels. Her practice focuses on clients facing investigations brought by federal and state law enforcement agencies and regulators, and all types of civil litigation. She has also handled a number of student discipline matters, including an affirmative lawsuit under Title IX against a major private university and has argued before the California Court of Appeal. Before joining the Firm, Ms. Hay served as L...
Sahar Maali’s practice focuses on white collar criminal defense, government and internal investigations, and regulatory compliance. She routinely represents officers, directors and corporations in investigations, including those conducted by the Department of Justice, Securities and Exchange Commission, Office of Foreign Assets Control, state law enforcement agencies and federal banking regulators. Ms. Maali has particular expertise in matters concerning financial fraud, accounting impr...
Samantha Schnier is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation and Criminal Defense: White-Collar. Samantha, who practices law in Los Angeles, California, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Samantha is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
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