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Irvine attorney Amy Williams promoted to partner

Posted on March 17, 2016 by Editor Posted in Attorneys, Irvine, News Leave a comment

Carothers DiSante & Freudenberger LLP Grows Firm Leadership, Promotes Outstanding Attorneys

CDF elevates longstanding attorneys Dawn Irizarry and Amy Williams

IRVINE, Calif., March 17, 2016 – Award-winning California employment, labor and immigration law firm Carothers DiSante & Freudenberger LLP (CDF) announces the promotion of two high-performing attorneys to partners. Dawn Irizarry and Amy Williams possess nearly 30 years of combined experience in protecting California employers from costly litigation. They are among more than 40 CDF attorneys who exclusively practice employment and labor law – and who guide employers statewide through the evolving legal landscape.

“Amy and Dawn have been integral members of the CDF team for a number of years, working on make-or-break employment law cases,” said Managing Partner Marie DiSante. “CDF’s continued growth is reinforced by the immense talent of our attorneys, and with Dawn and Amy as partners; we anticipate many more great outcomes for the firm and our clients.” Continue reading→

Dean of Trinity Law School receives rare honor at this year’s K-Law Day

Posted on July 27, 2015 by Editor Posted in Attorneys, Education, Irvine, Koreans, News, Santa Ana Leave a comment

Pictured above (L to R): Dean Myron Steeves of Trinity Law School; Harold Surh, Executive Director of U.S.-Korea Law Foundation

Dean of Trinity Law School receives rare honor

The Dean of Trinity Law School, Myron Steeves, was the fifth recipient of the Global Leadership Award from the U.S.- Korea Law Foundation at the July 25 “K-Law Day” held in Irvine, California at KIA Motors America. The award is given to those individuals that the US-Korea Law Foundation believes has shown exemplary dedication to developing comprehensive U.S. exchange program for Korean jurists and law students and businessmen; providing U.S.-Korea law classes as well as conferences, research, and other services specializing in US-Korea legal matters; developing job placement for lawyers and legal professionals in U.S. and Korea; and establishing a collection of literary material related to Korean law.

Since 2012, the award has been given to four other individuals including Woo-Jung Shim, Senior Public Prosecutor (Republic of Korea); Hon. Steven S. Choi, Ph.D., Mayor, The City of Irvine; Hon. Chulwhan We, Esq., President, Korean Bar Association; Eric G. Enlow, Esq., Dean, Handong International Law School; and Susan B. Myers, Esq., Director, Associate General Counsel, Hyundai Capital America. Continue reading→

Workplace sexual harassment prevention training set for July 28 in Newport Beach

Posted on July 15, 2015 by Editor Posted in Business, Events, Lawyers, Newport Beach, News Leave a comment

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Media Contact: Ari Kilian, 714-573-0899 x 224, ari@echomediapr.com

Event Date: Tuesday, July 28, 2015

“Legally Required Sexual Harassment Prevention Training”

IRVINE, Calif. (July 1, 2015) – Fisher & Phillips LLP, one of the largest national law firms in the field of labor and employment law, will present a seminar titled, “Legally Required Sexual Harassment Prevention Training,” from 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, July 28, 2015 at the Radisson Newport Beach, located at 4545 MacArthur Boulevard in Newport Beach. An additional “Train the Trainer” session will follow from 10:45 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. for human resources professionals who are experienced in the area of sexual harassment training and investigation.

It is now California law that new supervisors or newly-promoted supervisors must receive at least two hours of required training within six months of hire or promotion. It is mandatory that any supervisor who hires, fires, disciplines or directs the work of one or more other employees receives this training every two years. The session is interactive and practical, teaching supervisors essential management skills while discussing the legally required harassment-related topics. Continue reading→

Irvine attorney Corey Parker recognized as one of the best for client satisfaction

Posted on April 12, 2015 by Editor Posted in Attorneys, Irvine, News Leave a comment

PRESS RELEASE

Corey Evan Parker Has Been Nominated and Accepted as a 2015 AIOCLA’S 10 Best in California For Client Satisfaction

The American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys has recognized the exceptional performance of California’s Criminal Law Attorney Corey Evan Parker as 2015 10 Best Criminal Law Attorneys for Client Satisfaction.

The American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys is a third-party attorney rating organization thatpublishes an annual list of the Top 10 Criminal Law attorneys in each state. Attorneys who are selected to the “10 Best” list must pass AIOCLA’s rigorous selection process, which is based on client and/or peer nominations, thorough research, and AIOCLA’s independent evaluation. Continue reading→

Irvine attorney Gregory G. Brown named top family lawyer

Posted on March 9, 2015 by Editor Posted in Attorneys, Lawyers, News Leave a comment

PRESS RELEASE

Gregory G. Brown, Esq Has Been Nominated and Accepted as 2015 AIOFLA’S 10 Best in California For Client Satisfaction

The American Institute of Family Law Attorneys has recognized the exceptional performance of California’s Family Law Attorney Gregory G. Brown, Esq. as 2015 10 Best Family Law Attorneys for Client Satisfaction.

The American Institute of Family Law Attorneys is a third-party attorney rating organization that publishes an annual list of the Top 10 Family Law Attorneys in each state. Attorneys who are selected to the “10 Best” list must pass AIOFLA’s rigorous selection process, which is based on client and/or peer nominations, thorough research, and AIOFLA’s independent evaluation. AIOFLA’s annual list was created to be used as a resource for clients during the attorney selection process. Continue reading→

Local law firm expands with a modern Irvine office

Posted on February 10, 2015 by Editor Posted in Irvine, Lawyers, Mayor Steven Choi, News Leave a comment

More than 250 business and community leaders gathered on Feb.5 to celebrate the grand opening of longstanding law firm Tredway Lumsdaine & Doyle’s Orange County regional office. The firm, which recently relocated to a new space to accommodate a larger footprint, and regional growth, unveiled its contemporary and collaborative design at the celebratory event.

City and state dignitaries were in attendance, including Irvine Mayor Steven Choi, who presented Partners Mark Doyle and Daniel Gold with a certificate of recognition for its thriving practice and continued presence in Irvine. Continue reading→

Irvine lawyer named a 2015 California Super Lawyer

Posted on February 4, 2015 by Editor Posted in Irvine, Lawyers, News Leave a comment

Contact: Christine Welch, Echo Media Group, 714-573-0899 x 225, christine@echomediapr.com

FISHER & PHILLIPS ATTORNEY SELECTED FOR INCLUSION IN 2015 SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA SUPER LAWYERS

James J. McDonald, Managing Partner at the Irvine Office of the Firm, Recognized For Employment and Labor Practice

IRVINE, Calif. (Jan. 23, 2015) – For the ninth consecutive year, Fisher & Phillips LLP’s Irvine, Calif. Managing Partner James J. McDonald, Jr. was selected for inclusion in 2015 Southern California Super Lawyers®. Each year, no more than five percent of the lawyers in California are selected by the research team at Super Lawyers to receive this honor.

Super Lawyers, a Thomson Reuters business, is a rating service of outstanding lawyers from more than 70 practice areas who have attained a high degree of peer recognition and professional achievement. The annual selections are made using a patented multiphase process that includes a statewide survey of lawyers, an independent research evaluation of candidates and peer reviews by practice area. The result is a credible, comprehensive and diverse listing of exceptional attorneys. Continue reading→

Irvine law firm announced as the first O.C. title sponsor of Walk MS

Posted on December 2, 2014 by Editor Posted in Arts and Culture, Health, Irvine, Lawyers, News Leave a comment

Prominent Intellectual Property Law Firm Announced As First Orange County Title Sponsor of Walk MS

Fish & Tsang LLP teams up with Pacific South Coast Chapter’s Walk MS in the fight against multiple sclerosis

IRVINE, Calif., Dec. 02, 2014 – In partnership with the Pacific South Coast Chapter of the National MS Society, premier intellectual property law firm Fish & Tsang LLP (F&T) today announced a new role as title sponsor for Walk MS Orange County 2015, to be held at UC Irvine in April. Each year, Walk MS Orange County hosts nearly 5,000 participants and volunteers – mobilized to raise critical funds and awareness for multiple sclerosis, an unpredictable, often disabling disease of the central nervous system that interrupts the flow of information within the brain, and between the brain and body. F&T’s involvement with the nonprofit marks the first time an Orange County-based business has held the title sponsorship of an event that’s been part of the Orange County philanthropic landscape for more than 50 years.

“For more than 15 years, the title sponsorship of Walk MS in Orange County remained open as we sought to align with an authentic, committed partner,” said Chapter President Richard V. Israel. “Our new relationship with Fish & Tsang is exactly the type of association the chapter sought, and we are thrilled to announce the firm as the Orange County title sponsor!” Continue reading→

Fisher & Phillips named “Law Firm of the Year”

Posted on November 3, 2014 by Editor Posted in Irvine, Lawyers, News Leave a comment

NEWS RELEASE, FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Fisher & Phillips Named “Law Firm of the Year”

U.S. News – Best Lawyers Recognizes Firm for Labor & Employment Litigation

IRVINE (November 3, 2014) – Fisher & Phillips LLP announced today that the law firm has been named 2015 “Law Firm of the Year” for Labor & Employment Litigation by U.S. News – Best Lawyers. The firm also received “First-Tier Rankings” for its Employment and Labor Law practices. Additionally, 21 of the firm’s offices received “Metropolitan Tier 1 Rankings” for Employment Law, Labor Law, Employee Benefits and/or Labor and Employment Litigation. In addition to the Irvine office, they are: Atlanta, Boston, Charlotte, Cleveland, Columbia, Dallas, Denver, Fort Lauderdale, Kansas City, Las Vegas, Louisville, Memphis, New Jersey, New Orleans, Orlando, Portland, ME, Portland, OR, San Diego, San Francisco, and Tampa.

The firm has been included in all five editions of the prestigious rankings. Continue reading→

Irvine lawyer convicted of planting drugs in a school volunteer’s car

Posted on September 10, 2014 by Editor Posted in Crime, Education, Irvine, Lawyers, News, OCDA Leave a comment

Orange County District Attorney Press Release

For Immediate Release: September 10, 2014

Case # 12ZF0153

ATTORNEY WHO PLOTTED WITH WIFE CONVICTED OF HAVING SCHOOL VOLUNTEER ARRESTED BY PLANTING DRUGS IN HER CAR

SANTA ANA – An attorney who plotted with his wife was convicted today of having an elementary school parent volunteer arrested and falsely imprisoned by planting drugs in her car. Kent Wycliffe Easter, 40, Irvine, was convicted by a jury of one felony count of false imprisonment by deceit. This was a retrial of the case, as a former jury was unable to reach a unanimous verdict, finding 11 to one for guilt. He faces a maximum sentence of three years in state prison at his sentencing. The date of the sentencing will be determined tomorrow at a hearing at 1:45 p.m. in Department C-45, Central Justice Center, Santa Ana.

Co-defendant Jill Bjorkholm Easter, 41, Irvine, pleaded guilty on Oct. 30, 2013, to one felony count of false imprisonment by deceit and was sentenced to one year in jail and three years of formal probation. Continue reading→