Meet Shaun Setareh, a skilled and experienced lawyer who specializes in handling wrongful termination cases in California. With years of experience in the legal field, Shaun is well-versed in California employment laws and is committed to helping clients who have been wrongfully terminated from their jobs. Shaun is passionate about fighting for justice and ensuring that his clients receive fair compensation for their losses. With his attention to detail and strong advocacy skills, Shaun is dedicated to providing his clients with the highest quality legal representation. If you are facing wrongful termination in California, Shaun Setareh is the lawyer you want on your side.

Attorney Sharen H. Ghatan, founder and CEO of California Legal Counsel, APLC; is a highly regarded and passionate attorney. She has diligently built deep-rooted, solid relationships with judges, prosecutors and insurance companies for nearly two decades; all to the great benefit of her clients. Attorney Ghatan is dedicated to fighting aggressively for her client’s personal and financial freedoms. She takes on all types of criminal and personal injury cases with vigor. Her unmatched work ethic, combined with her ambition, intelligence, charm and savoir-faire make her a formidable advocate. Attorney Ghatan’s sharp wit and comedic genius have also helped her obtain countless victories; whether that be criminal case dismissals or huge monetary settlements for her injured clients. Attorney Ghatan has been recognized as a 2019 Super Lawyer® and has consistently received "Client's Choice" awards, prestigious recognitions as "Top Attorney", "10/10" Ratings from various, revered law boards and legal social media sights. She is highly sought after for Legal Analysis in the radio, television and print worlds. Attorney Ghatan is also recognized as a pro-tem judge in Los Angeles County.

Born and raised in Northern California, Mona Deldar obtained her Bachelor’s degree with Honors from the University of California, Berkeley. After an internship at a personal injury law firm, Ms. Deldar was inspired to apply to law school. She attended the University of San Francisco School of Law where she was a member of the Maritime Law Journal. She received her Juris Doctorate degree in 2003. Ms. Deldar’s practice is dedicated to representing injured plaintiffs in a broad range of catastrophic personal injury and wrongful death cases. She enjoys helping people who otherwise would not have the means to go up against the insurance companies and takes pride in offering effective representation with no out-of-pocket fees charged to her clients. Ms. Deldar’s exceptional record of success is noted by her peers and clients. She has successfully resolved cases against large corporations and insurance companies such as 7-11, Home Depot, Farmers, Allstate, and Geico (to name a few), winning cases that would have otherwise been denied or low-balled. Outside the law, Ms. Deldar contributes her time and resources to various non-profit organizations and enjoys spending time with her family.

Jeffrey Costell is a practicing attorney in the state of California. He graduated from Georgetown University with his J.D. in 1980. He currently works for Costell & Cornelius, Law Corporation specializing in real estate law.

Douglas Shaffer practices out of Santa Monica, CA and has been licensed for 34 years. This attorney attended Pepperdine University School of Law and handles cases in Accident & Injury.

John R. Ronge, Attorney at Law has been providing quality, personalized legal and professional guidance to individuals, estates, trusts and businesses for over 25 years. The firm's expertise ranges from income, income tax and accounting, to more in-depth services such as probate estate and planning.

Founded by Edmond E. Salem, Esq. in 2003, The Salem Law Firm is built on a foundation of personalized, dedicated legal service. Mr. Salem began his legal career in the greater Chicago area with a focus on family law, real estate, probate, medical malpractice defense, and general civil litigation. His experience working with both small and large firms since 2000 allowed him to see firsthand the limitations of larger legal practices—where bureaucracy and internal politics often stood in the way of giving clients the individualized attention they deserve. Determined to provide a more personal and focused approach, Mr. Salem decided to establish his own firm. Today, The Salem Law Firm proudly serves clients across California, offering a compassionate and client-centered approach to personal injury, real estate law, family law, and business litigation. With years of experience and a deep understanding of the state’s legal landscape, we are a leading California law firm committed to fighting for justice and achieving positive outcomes for our clients. Whether you’re facing a car accident, dealing with real estate disputes, navigating a family law matter, or need strong representation in business litigation, The Salem Law Firm is here to provide expert guidance and personalized care every step of the way.

We specialize in: Probate, Wills and Estate Planning, Estate Litigation and special issues regarding Testamentary Competence and Elder Abuse.

An accomplished litigator, Sara Colón is admitted to practice in both California and New York, where she has extensive experience handling a broad range of commercial litigation cases in federal and state courts and in arbitral forums. Ms. Colón has skillfully managed a variety of legal matters including disputes regarding breach of contract, partnerships, investments, insurance coverage, fraud, government investigations, and business torts. She has also represented plaintiffs in financial elder abuse cases. Ms. Colón’s clients include local and international businesses in a variety of industries, including finance, real estate, telecommunications, entertainment, and technology.

Welcome to Takehara & Stuart, LLP, a distinguished boutique law firm based in the beautiful City of Santa Monica and offering a diverse range of legal services in all of California. Our firm's mission is to provide exceptional legal representation across various practice areas, including personal injury litigation, auto accidents, entertainment law, aviation law, employment law and other areas of practice. With a deep commitment to excellence and a proven track record of success, we pride ourselves on delivering tailored, client-focused solutions that meet your unique needs. Whether you've been injured in an accident, require expert counsel in the entertainment industry, or seek specialized aviation legal services, our team of experienced attorneys is here to guide you through every step of your legal journey. Explore our website to learn more about our firm and the comprehensive legal expertise we bring to the table. Your legal needs, our passion for justice—Discover the Takehara & Stuart difference today.