Over 30 years of litigation practice handling trials, mediations, arbitrations and settlements.
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303 Potrero St. Suite 30
Santa Cruz, CA 95060
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Lawyer.com Member Questionnaire
Please describe a case(s) in the last year or two where you made a big difference.
Obtained restraining order and settlement against volatile neighbor who threatened clients and law enforcement; Obtained large settlement for clients injured in auto accident even though police report contained gross errors re facts of accident.
How did you build a successful practice?
Providing dedicated, high quality service, cooperative involvement with clients, extensive experience and success in courtroom and litigation.
What should clients look for in a lawyer?
Experience, knowledge of the law, candid appraisal of risks and benefits of dispute.
How important is local knowledge to the success of your cases?
Knowledge of the characteristics of likely jurors plays a role in case evaluation, as does knowledge of judges who will handle procedural aspects of case, rule on evidentiary issues and hear non-jury trials.
What information can you provide in a free phone consultation?
Basic laws and potential costs of dispute resolution and/or litigation.
What information do you need in a free phone consultation?
Concise description of event(s), Identity of all potential parties.
What differentiates you from other lawyers in your community?
Extensive experience in trials, arbitrations and mediation, excellent reputation among peers, judges and clients.
What is the most rewarding aspect of your job?
Resolving difficult disputes, obtaining fair compensation for people who have been injured or suffered property damage.
What are your other interests in addition to law?
I have coached gymnastics for 40 years, play softball and water ski.
Are you involved in your community?
Santa Cruz County Chamber of Commerce
Call to schedule your initial consultation to discuss your potential case today.
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Penrose, Chun & Gorman
Present - 2015
Santa Cruz, CA
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Moncrief & Hart
2012 - 2015
Salinas, CA
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Lombardo & Gilles
2006 – 2012
Santa Cruz, CA
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Elliott & Elliott
2003 - 2006
San Jose, CA
New York
2001
The 9th Circuit Court of Appeals
1986
US District Court Eastern District of California
1985
US District Court Northern District of California
1985
Hawaii
1993
California
1982
University of Santa Clara Law School
JD
1981
Stanford University
Bachelor of Arts (communication)
1978
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