Neil Pedersen | Top-Rated Westminster, CA Employment Lawyer

Neil Pedersen is a fierce competitor, savvy negotiator, and insightful strategist. He has a thirty- year track record of procuring significant judgments and settlements in the areas of employment discrimination and termination as well as insurance coverage and bad faith, business litigation, and real property litigation. He enjoys and excels in trial, and pushes cases aggressively in that direction.

Neil has been recognized by the legal community as one of its most honored professionals. He has been regularly named a Southern California Super Lawyer, and one of the best employment attorneys in Orange County. He has enjoyed over twenty-five years as an AV-rated attorney for his excellence and ethical compass. His law school inducted him into its Alumni Hall of Fame in 2010, and in 2018 the Western State Law Review presented him with its first Distinguished Alumni Award. Neil was named Attorney of the Year by the State Bar Solo and Small Firm Section in 2016. Neil enjoys sharing his in-depth knowledge and experience with others. He has contributed over 20,000 answers on the AVVO Q&A site, making him the by far most prolific contributor to the employment practice area on that site. He has given over 85 professional presentations and has contributed to almost 40 publications to the legal community.

Neil has been married to his wife Janelle for 33 years. He has three sons, seven grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. He enjoys watching high school and college sports and loves to travel.

Professional Experience

Pedersen Law APC, Westminster, CA.
- Senior Principal, June 2000 to present
QuantumLink Corporation, Torrance, CA.
- Vice-President of Human Resources/General Counsel, June 1998 to December 1999
- Vice-President of Corporate Policy/General Counsel, March 1998 to June 1998
Pedersen & Black, a Professional Law Corporation, Newport Beach, CA.
- Principal, May 1994 to February 1998
Ford & Pedersen, Los Angeles, CA.
- Senior Associate Attorney, December 1990 to April 1994
Walker, Kendrick & Jackson, Newport Beach, CA.
- Associate Attorney, August 1987 to December 1990

Education

Western State School of Law, Fullerton, CA, 1988. Juris Doctorate.
- Magna Cum Laude, Valedictorian, Editor-in-Chief of Law Review
Western State University, Fullerton, CA, 1986. Bachelor of Science in Law.

Honors & Rewards

Awarded “Distinguished Alumni Award” by Western State Law Review, 2018.
Named “Attorney of the Year” by the California State Bar Solo and Small Firm Section, 2016.
Client’s Choice Award conferred by AVVO.com, 2016-present.
Named a “Super Lawyer” by Thompson Reuters publications, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019.
Identified as one of the “Best Attorneys in Southern California” by American Lawyer Media (ALM), 2012 to present.
Rated “Superb” and a perfect “10” by AVVO.com since 2012.
Top Contributor distinction conferred by AVVO.com every year since 2012.
Identified as one of the “Best Attorneys in Orange County” in employment law by the Orange County Register’s OC Metro Magazine, August 2013, 2014, 2016, 2017, 2018.
Southern California’s Top Rated Lawyers by Legal Leaders Publications, 2013, 2016.
Named a “Top 100 Employment Lawyer” by The National Advocates, 2015.
“Wall of Justice” honoree by the California Employment Lawyers Association (CELA), 2014.
Inducted into the Western State School of Law Alumni Hall of Fame, May 2010.
Presented with Special Appreciation Award by Orange County Bar Association Solo and Small Firm Section for dedication and service to the section, December 2010.
“AV” Rated by Martindale Hubbell continuously since 1995.

Notable Results

Kim v. FNS Transportation, Los Angeles Superior Court. $2.5 million class action settlement (in progress) based on claims of misclassification of approximately 160 truckers as independent contractors in the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach.
Trousas v. Kim, etc., et al., San Bernardino Superior Court. $2.1 million judgment paid after a ten-year legal battle arising out of sexual harassment in a restaurant.
Bertrand v. County of Riverside, Riverside Superior Court. $1.05 million settlement based on claims of sexual harassment, disability discrimination and retaliation in the workplace.
Goldbaum v. Dollarsmart Money Centers, San Diego Superior Court. $400,000 class action settlement of inadequate seating claims.
Employee v. International Construction Co., Los Angeles Superior Court. Confidential $1 million settlement arising out of invasion of privacy, disability discrimination and retaliation claims.
Employee v. International Electronics Co., Los Angeles Superior Court. Confidential $675,000 settlement of disability discrimination and wrongful termination claims.
Mesa West v. Sentry Insurance, Orange County Superior Court. Member of the trial team that procured a $9.1 million jury verdict, resulting in a confidential settlement of all claims. Lawsuit involved three complex insurance coverage and bad faith claims.
Waller v. Truck Insurance Exchange, Orange County Superior Court. Member of the trial team that procured a $62 million jury verdict based on theory of insurance bad faith. Judgment later overturned by California Supreme Court.

Admissions

- - Central District of California
  - Southern District of California
  - Northern District of California
  - Eastern District of California
  - Ninth Circuit United States Court of Appeals
  - General Bar of the Seventh Circuit United States District Court

Professional Organizations & Community Involvement

State Bar of California
California Lawyer’s Association, known formerly as a part of the State Bar of California
- Law Practice Management & Technology Section
  - Executive Committee, 2017-2020
  - Special Advisor to Executive Committee, 2015-2017
  - Executive Committee, 2012-2015
- Litigation Section
- Labor and Employment Section
- Solo and Small Firm Section
Orange County Bar Association
- Labor and Employment Law Section
- Solo & Small Firm Practitioner Section
  - Executive Committee, 2003-2009
  - Chair, 2007
- Mentorship Committee
  - Mentor. 2008-present
- Insurance Law Section
  - Executive Committee, 1994-1998
  - Chair, 1996
  - Program Chair, 1995
- Business Litigation Section
- Mandatory Fee Arbitration Committee
  - Member, 1995-present
- Resolutions Committee
  - Insurance Law Chair, 2004
  - Member, 1997-2004
California Employment Lawyers Group
- Mentorship Program, 2012-2016
- Summer Clerkship Program, Summer 2012
Los Angeles County Bar Association, Past Member
- Business Litigation Section
Peter M. Elliot American Inn of Court, Master, Past Member
William P. Gray American Inn of Court, Barrister, Past Member
Orange County Trial Lawyers Association, Sustaining Member
ALM Publishing’s Smart Litigator website
- Editorial Board Member, 2011-2014
Western State University Alumni Association
- Board of Directors. 2006-2007.
Western State College of Law Dean’s Counselors
- Member, 2013-present

Additional Professional Experience

Adjunct Faculty Member, Western State College of Law
- Law Practice Management and Technology, Spring 2011 to present.
Adjunct Faculty Member, Western State College of Law
- Employment Law, Fall 2011 to present.
Subject Matter Expert, State Bar of California Office of Professional Competence
- Provided content related to basic lawyering skills and law practice management, including the use of technology in the practice of law, as part of the Bar’s development of a continuing legal education e-learning course, 2017-2018.
Adjunct Faculty Member, Western State University College of Law
- Legal Writing, 1989-1990
Full-time judicial extern to Justice Edward Wallin, California Court of Appeal, Santa Ana, California. May 1987-August 1987.
Fee Arbitrator appointed by the Orange County Bar Association, 1995-present
Fee Mediator appointed by the Orange County Bar Association, 2008-present

Publications

“Mandatory Harassment Training is Expanded to Include Small and Medium-Size Firms,” published in California State Bar Law Practice Management and Technology Section’s E-News, November 2018.
“Beware Treating Disabled Employees the Same as Everyone Else,” published in California State Bar Law Practice Management and Technology Section’s E-News, September 2018.
“New Laws That Will Affect Law Office Employers,” published in California State Bar Law Practice Management and Technology Section’s E-News, February 2018.
“Reducing Stress in the Practice of Law: Some Practical Tips – Part Three in a Recurring Series,” part three of a four part series of articles published in California State Bar Law Practice Management and Technology Section’s E-News, December 2017-January 2018.
“Reducing Stress in the Practice of Law: Some Practical Tips – Part Two in a Recurring Series,” part two of a four part series of articles published in California State Bar Law Practice Management and Technology Section’s E-News, October-November 2017.
“Reducing Stress in the Practice of Law: Some Practical Tips – Part One in a Recurring Series,” part one of a four part series of articles published in California State Bar Law Practice Management and Technology Section’s E-News, August-September 2017.
“Getting Paid: 20 Ways to Avoid Fee Disputes With Your Client, ” The Bottom Line, official publication of the State Bar Law Practice Management and Technology Section, July-August 2017.
“Employment Law Changes That Affect Law Firms,” California State Bar Law Practice Management and Technology Section’s E-News, January-February 2016.
“The Wild, Wild West of PAGA Litigation,” eNewsletter for the Solo and Small Firm Practitioner Section of the State Bar of California. January 2016.
“There’s A Thief In Your Office: The Hidden Cost of Non-Business-Related Internet Use and Texting,” The Bottom Line, official publication of the State Bar Law Practice Management and Technology Section, December 2015.
“Risk Management for the Law Office Owner,” California State Bar Law Practice Management and Technology Section’s E-News, November-December 2015.
“Going Paperless: The Nuts and Bolts of Converting Your Office to a Digital Environment,” The Bottom Line, official publication of the State Bar Law Practice Management and Technology Section, October 2015.
“Legal Marketing – Have your Elevator Speech Ready!” California State Bar Law Practice Management and Technology Section’s E-News, September-October 2015.
“Avoiding Exposure to Wage and Hour Claims by Interns and Externs,” California State Bar Law Practice Management and Technology Section’s E-News, July-August 2015.
“Going Digital: Now is the Time to Convert Your Practice to a Paperless Environment,” The Bottom Line, official publication of the State Bar Law Practice Management and Technology Section, August 2015.
“Managing Client Expectation During the Attorney-Client Relationship,” The Bottom Line, official publication of the State Bar Law Practice Management and Technology Section, August 2015.
“Improving and Maintaining Cash Flow for the Solo and Small Firm Practitioner,” Newsletter for the Solo and Small Firm Practitioner Section of the State Bar of California. Spring 2015.
“Time Capture and Recordation” The Bottom Line, official publication of the State Bar Law Practice Management and Technology Section, April 2015.
“Time Management Tips – Handling Predictable Interrupters,” California State Bar Law Practice Management and Technology Section’s E-News, March-April 2015.
“Time Management Tips – Enforcing No Interruption Times,” California State Bar Law Practice Management and Technology Section’s E-News, November-December 2014.
“Time Management Tips – Let Technology Work For You, Not Against You,” California State Bar Law Practice Management and Technology Section’s E-News, September-October 2014.
“Time Management Tips – Managing Your Phone To Make Yourself More Efficient,” California State Bar Law Practice Management and Technology Section’s E-News, July-August 2014.
“Time Management Tips – Handling Paper Efficiently,” California State Bar Law Practice Management and Technology Section’s E-News, May-June 2014.
“Time Management and Meetings,” California State Bar Law Practice Management and Technology Section’s E-News, March-April 2014.
“Time Management Tip: Efficient Use of Your Workspace to Save Time and Money,” article in the “E-News” published by the California State Bar Law Practice Management and Technology Section, January-February 2014.
“Time Management Tip: Make a List, Work the List,” article in the “E-News” published by the California State Bar Law Practice Management and Technology Section, November-December 2013.
“MCLE Self-Study Article: The Attorney as Employer: The Law Regarding Employee Privacy in Social Media Posts,” The Bottom Line, official publication of the State Bar Law Practice Management and Technology Section, October 2013.
FEHA Red Flags: Common Employer Violations of California’s Disability Discrimination Laws,” Workers Compensation Quarterly, official publication of the California State Bar Worker’s Compensation Section, vol. 26, no. 1. March 2013.
“So You Don’t Want Your Employer To Be Your Friend?” Orange County Lawyer Magazine, vol. 55, no. 3. March 2013.
“A Message from the Guest Editor” for “The Attorney as Employer” edition of The Bottom Line, official publication of the State Bar Law Practice Management and Technology Section, vol. 33, no. 6. February 2013.
“Plugging the Leak: Employing Efficient Intake Practices to Avoid the Loss of Valuable Time,” The Bottom Line, official publication of the State Bar Law Practice Management and Technology Section, vol. 33, no. 5. October 2012.
“Attorney Fee Awards in FEHA Claims: The Lodestar Analysis,” Western State Law Review, vol. 39, no. 2. Spring 2012.
“Maximizing Mediated Settlements,” Big Meeting Magazine, periodical publication of the Solo and Small Firm Practitioner Section of the State Bar of California. Fall 2012.
“Attorney Fee Awards in FEHA Claims: The Lodestar Analysis,” The Gavel, vol. 15, no. 3. Summer 2012.
Authored a chapter entitled “Operating Successfully in a Solo or Small Firm Environment: What Lawyers Need to Know Before Striking Out on their Own.” in the book “Inside the Minds: Establishing a Successful Solo Practice” published by Aspatore Books, a Thomson Reuters business. September 2011.
“Behind the Scenes: Solo & Small Firm Section,” Orange County Lawyer, vol. 51, no.5, May 2009.
“Staying Competitive for the Solo and Small Firm: The Paperless Law Office,” Orange County Lawyer, vol. 50, no. 7. July 2008.
“Representing an Insured: Avoiding Insurer Reimbursement Actions” Orange County Lawyer, vol. 36, no. 10. October 1994.
“Effective Closing Argument” Western State University Law Review, vol. 17, no. 1. 1990.

Published Opinions

Waller v. Truck Insurance Exchange (1995) 11 Cal.4th 1.
Hecht v. Paul Revere Life Ins. Co. (2008) 168 Cal.App.4th 30.
Metters v. Ralphs Grocery Co. (2008) 161 Cal.App.4th 696.
Carol Brown v. Baker Hughes Incorporated (2006) 433 F.Supp.2d 1094.
Scott v. Gino Morena Enterprises (9^th Cir. 2018) 888 F. 3d 1101

Speaking Engagements

“Being Salt and Light as a Lawyer Christian,” presentation to the Daniel’s Inn Annual Meeting, scheduled to occur on February 23, 2019
“Employment Law,” one hour segment of day-long Bridging the Gap program sponsored by the Orange County Bar Association, scheduled to occur on February 2, 2019.
“Hit the Floor Running: Practical Advice for the Novice Attorney,” seminar sponsored by Western State College of Law, January 12, 2019.
“Surviving and Thriving in the Practice of Law,” a one-hour presentation at the Orange County Bar Association Last Dash event at the Fowler School of Law at Chapman University, January 12, 2019.
“Identifying and Dealing with Defense Dirty Tricks in Employment Litigation,” a one hour discussion led by me for the Orange County Plaintiffs Employment Lawyer Group, January 9, 2019.
“Creating a Discovery Plan – Using Discovery Mechanisms Effectively,” a one-hour thirty-minute video presentation recorded by the National Law Foundation for its library of video content on December 5, 2018.
“Inherent Bias in the Arbitration Process,” a thirty minute interview produced by Saffire Legal on its Workplace Perspective series of podcasts, November 19, 2018.
“The Importance of Good Legal Writing in the Practice of Law,” two 1.5 hour presentations to the first year class at Western State College of Law, October 30, 2018.
“The Attorney-Client Contract, Balancing Ethics with Risk Management,” a one hour seminar to be presented at the California Lawyers Association Annual Conference in San Diego on September 14, 2018.
“Client Intake Procedures and Considerations,” a 1.25 hour video MCLE recorded by the National Law Foundation. May 2018.
“The Attorney-Client Contract,” a 1.25 hour video MCLE recorded by the National Law Foundation. May 2018.
“Converting your Law Office to a Digital Environment,” a 1.25 hour video MCLE recorded by the National Law Foundation. May 2018.
“Employment Law,” one hour segment of day-long Bridging the Gap program sponsored by the Orange County Bar Association, February 10, 2018.
“Hit the Floor Running: Practical Advice for the Novice Attorney,” seminar sponsored by Western State College of Law. January 27, 2018.
“It’s Time to Close Up Your Legal Practice for Good,” a two-hour presentation sponsored by the Orange County Bar Association. January 23, 2018.
“Employee Hiring, Firing, and Management,” a one-hour presentation at “Start Your Law Practice,” a three-day conference held in Indianapolis, Indiana. November 18-20, 2017.
“Money, Fees, and Pricing (Making Your Money Work for You,” a one-hour panel discussion at “Start Your Law Practice,” a three-day conference held in Indianapolis, Indiana. November 18-20, 2017.
“Time Management and Proper Delegation,” a one-hour panel discussion at “Jump Start Your Law Practice,” a three-day conference held in Indianapolis, Indiana. November 18-20, 2017.
“The Prospective Client and Beyond, Client Interviews to Identify Problem Clients and Avoid Potential Pitfalls During the Representation,” a one-hour presentation to the Peter M. Elliott American Inn of Court, November 9, 2017.
“Ethical Issues Presented by the Cyber-Security Threat to the Small Firm or Solo Practitioner,” a one-hour presentation to the Los Angeles County Bar Association Intellectual Property Section. October 19, 2017.
“Building and Growing a Successful Practice,” a program sponsored by the Solo and Small Firm Section of the Orange County Bar Association. September 14, 2017.
“Mock Depositions: Don’t Make a Mockery of Yourself,” a program sponsored by The Young Lawyer’s Division of Orange County Bar Association. September 12, 2017.
“Employment Law,” one hour segment of day-long Bridging the Gap program sponsored by the Orange County Bar Association, July 15, 2017.
“Closing Arguments,” mock judge and trainer for a three-hour workshop as part of the Orange County Bar Associate College of Trial Advocacy. May 13, 2017.
“Cross and Direct Examination,” mock judge and trainer for a three-hour workshop as part of the Orange County Bar Associate College of Trial Advocacy. May 6, 2017.
“Opening Statements,” mock judge and trainer for a three-hour workshop as part of the Orange County Bar Associate College of Trial Advocacy. April 29, 2017.
“The Nuts and Bolts of Starting and Running a Solo Practice,” an all-day workshop at UCLA School of Law. I was a panelist for an extensive Q&A for the last 1.5 hours of the program. April 22, 2017.
“Hit the Floor Running: Practical Advice for the Novice Attorney,” seminar sponsored by Western State College of Law, March 4, 2017.
“Employment Law,” one hour segment of day-long Bridging the Gap program sponsored by the Orange County Bar Association, February 11, 2017.
“Employee Privacy Issues,” topic of conversation on half-hour segment of KUCI radio talk show program “Privacy Piracy” hosted by show host Mari Frank where I was the featured guest. January 5, 2017.
Law Practice Management,” three-hour, twenty-minute presentation video recorded by the National Law Foundation for its library of video content, August 11, 2016.
“Employment Law,” one hour segment of day-long Bridging the Gap program sponsored by the Orange County Bar Association, July 16, 2016.
“New Developments in Discrimination, Retaliation and Harassment Law,” one-hour presentation at the Annual Employment Law Symposium sponsored by the Orange County Bar Association Employment Law Section held at Fowler School of Law at Chapman University, June 11, 2016
“Converting Your Office to a Digital Environment,” presentation to the Placer County Bar Association Annual Meeting, April 23, 2016.
“Hit the Floor Running: Practical Advice for the Novice Attorney,” seminar sponsored by Western State College of Law, February 20, 2016.
“Employment Law,” one hour segment of day-long Bridging the Gap program sponsored by the Orange County Bar Association, January 30, 2016.
“Management Tools to Create Effective Law Office Employees,” a 1.5-hour presentation at the State Bar of California Annual Meeting, October 11, 2015.
“Honing Your Client Intake Skills to Avoid Practice Challenges,” a 1.5-hour presentation at the State Bar of California Annual Meeting, October 10, 2015.
“Wine, Cheese and Judges’ Pet Peeves,” moderator for a one-hour presentation sponsored by Western State College of Law chapter of Phi Alpha Delta and the Western State Law Review featuring three sitting superior court judges discussing their pet peeves, September 18, 2015
“Employment Law,” one hour segment of day-long Bridging the Gap program sponsored by the Orange County Bar Association, July 11, 2015.
“The Paperless Office Technology to Maximize Efficiency & Profit” video presentation for the California Young Lawyers Association 10 Minute Mentor video series, recorded June 19, 2015
“Time Management for the Busy Attorney” video presentation for the California Young Lawyers Association 10 Minute Mentor video series, recorded June 19, 2015
“Employment Law,” one hour segment of day-long Bridging the Gap program sponsored by the Orange County Bar Association, July 11, 2015.
“The Paperless Office: Using Technology to Make Your Office More Efficient and Mobile,” seminar at the State Bar of California Solo and Small Firm Summit, June 18, 2015.
“Time Management for the Busy Lawyer,” seminar at the State Bar of California Solo and Small Firm Summit, June 18, 2015.
“Making Good Client Choices,” presentation at the California Young Lawyers Association Practical Skills Symposium, May 22, 2015.
“The Paperless Office: Using Technology to Make Your Office More Efficient and Mobile,” seminar at the Disability Rights Legal Center at Loyola Law School, April 21, 2015.
“Hit the Floor Running: Practical Advice for the Novice Attorney,” seminar sponsored by Western State College of Law, March 28, 2015.
“War Stories,” panel discussion sponsored by Burger Chapter of Phi Alpha Delta national law fraternity, March 2015.
“Employment Law,” one hour segment of day-long Bridging the Gap program sponsored by the Orange County Bar Association, February 2015.
“The Attorney-Client Contract: The Intersection of Ethical Obligation, Risk Management and Client Retention Strategies,” webinar sponsored by the San Diego County Bar Association, February 2015.
“Hit the Floor Running: Practical Advice for the New Attorney,” seminar sponsored by Western State College of Law, December 2014.
“Honing Your Client Intake Skills to Avoid Practice Challenges,” seminar at the State Bar of California Solo and Small Firm Summit, June 2014.
“The Paperless Office: Using Technology to Make Your Office More Efficient and Mobile,” seminar at the State Bar of California Solo and Small Firm Summit, June 2014.
“Persuasion in Practice,” presentation to 1L students of Western State College of Law, January 2014.
“Intake Practices: Efficient and Effective Methods to Identify Keeper Clients,” webinar sponsored by the San Diego County Bar Association, December 11, 2013.
“Ten Things You Should Know Before Opening Your Own Firm,” one-hour presentation at Western State College of Law, November 2013.
“Disability Discrimination,” one hour segment in two day Labor and Employment Law conference sponsored by The Seminar Group, Santa Monica, November 20, 2013.
“The Intersection of Workers Compensation and the Fair Employment and Housing Act,” lunch seminar for the OCBA Labor and Employment Section, July 8, 2013.
“Your Client’s Deposition: Preparation Tips and Strategies,”one-hour presentation at the State Bar Solo and Small Firm Summit, Long Beach, California, June 2013.
“Biblical Dispute Resolution,” a 3-hour seminar on the application of Biblical principles to the resolution of personal disputes, presented to the Peacemaking Team at Radiant Church, Huntington Beach, CA. May and June 2013.
“Becoming an Adjunct Law Professor,” a one-hour panel discussion held as part of the full day 2013 Law Teaching for Adjunct Faculty Conference, Western State College of Law, April 2013.
“Trying the Insurance Bad Faith Case: Creating and Developing Themes for the Case,” a one-hour panel discussion for an OCBA Insurance Law Section lunch program, March 2013.
“Employment Law,” one hour segment of day-long Bridging the Gap program sponsored by the Orange County Bar Association, February 2013.
“The 21st Century Law Firm – Technology in the Law Office,” a one-hour panel discussion about use of technology in the solo and small firm office, OCBA Solo & Small Firm Section lunch program. November 2012.
“Building a Successful Solo or Small Firm” a three-hour evening seminar produced by the Orange County Bar Association Solo & Small Firm Practitioner Section. Panelist. September 2012.
“Employment Law Update,” fifteen-minute presentation on new developments in employment law to OCBA Labor and Employment Law Section lunch meeting attendees. August 2012.
“Impact of Employment Arbitration Agreements on Litigation Analysis,” one-hour breakout workshop session as part of OCBA Labor & Employment Section all-day seminar entitled “Life Cycle of an Employment Case,” Chapman University College of Law, May 2012.
“Your Client’s Deposition: Preparation Tips and Strategies,” one hour webinar sponsored by the State Bar of California Solo and Small Firm Section, March 7, 2012.
“Venturing Out,” one-hour panel discussion at the annual Bridging the Gap program for new lawyers discussing opening and maintaining a law office. Chapman University College of Law, February 11, 2012.
“Practicing Professionalism,” two 1.5 hour discussions to Western State University School of Law first-year students regarding what it takes to be a true professional and not just a lawyer. November 2011.
“Employment Law Update,” fifteen-minute presentation on new developments in employment law to OCBA Labor and Employment Law Section lunch meeting attendees. October 2011.
“Employment Law Update,” fifteen-minute presentation on new developments in employment law to OCBA Labor and Employment Law Section lunch meeting attendees. September 2011.
“Representing Employee Clients,” one-hour lunch program at the University of California, Irvine summer clinic sponsored by the Department of Fair Employment and Housing. July 2011.
“Impact of Employment Arbitration Agreements on Litigation Analysis,” one-hour breakout workshop session as part of OCBA Labor & Employment Section all-day seminar entitled “Life Cycle of an Employment Case,” Chapman University College of Law, June 2011.
Workshop Judge – Closing Arguments, OCBA College of Trial Advocacy, May 2011
“Biblical Dispute Resolution,” a 1.5-hour seminar on the application of Biblical principles to the resolution of personal disputes, presented to the Eastside Christian Church Celebrate Recovery Board of Directors, May 2011
“The Mock Trial Experience,” a two-hour presentation to the Orange County Employment Attorneys group, April 2011.
“Opening Your Own Firm: Opening and Maintaining a Law Office,” a three-hour evening seminar produced by the Orange County Bar Association Solo & Small Firm Practitioner Section. Panelist, 2010.
“Metters v. Ralphs Grocery: a case study,” a one-hour presentation with Dan Heck at Western State University School of Law.
“Business Law,” one-hour primer on business law as a profession, produced by the Orange County Bar Association Bridging the Gap Committee. Spring 2010.
“The 21st Century Law Firm – Technology in the Law Office,” a one-hour panel discussion about use of technology in the solo and small firm office, OCBA Solo & Small Firm Section lunch program, March 2010.
“Opening Your Own Firm: Opening and Maintaining a Law Office,” a three-hour evening seminar produced by the Orange County Bar Association Solo & Small Firm Practitioner Section. Moderator, September 2009.
“Organizational Skills for the Solo and Small Firm Practitioner,” one-hour seminar put on by the OCBA Solo & Small Firm Section, August 2009.
“Business Law,” one-hour primer on business law as a profession, produced by the Orange County Bar Association Bridging the Gap Committee. Spring 2009.
“Opening Your Own Firm: Opening and Maintaining a Law Office,” a three-hour evening seminar produced by the Orange County Bar Association Solo & Small Firm Practitioner Section. Moderator, September 2008.
“Business Law,” one-hour primer on business law as a profession, produced by the Orange County Bar Association Bridging the Gap Committee. Spring and Fall 2008.
“Opening Your Own Firm: Opening and Maintaining a Law Office,” a three-hour evening seminar produced by the Orange County Bar Association Solo & Small Firm Practitioner Section. Moderator, September 2007.
“Business Law,” one-hour primer on business law as a profession, produced by the Orange County Bar Association Bridging the Gap Committee. Spring and Fall 2007.
“Finding Hope: Resolving Conflict,” a one hour workshop on Biblical dispute resolution, presented at the Eastside Christian Church Women’s Ministry “Finding Hope” event, June 2008.
“From J.D. to ESQ., Transitioning from Law Student to Lawyer,” sponsored by Western State University College of Law, 2008.
“Employment Law,” one-hour orientation for law students produced by Western State University College of Law. 2007.
“Time Management for the Busy Fee Arbitrator,” one hour seminar on eliminating interruptions and capturing time sponsored by the Orange County Bar Association Mandatory Fee Arbitration Committee. 2007.
“Finding the Right Attorney Job,” a seminar produced by Western State University Business Law Forum. 2006.
“Insurance Bad Faith,” a day-long seminar produced by Lorman Educational Services, 2006.
“Employment Law,” one-hour orientation for law students produced by Western State University College of Law. 2006.
“Time Management for the Busy Lawyer,” one hour seminar on eliminating interruptions and capturing time sponsored by the Orange County Bar Association Solo & Small Firm Practitioner Section. 2006.
“Insurance Bad Faith,” a day-long seminar produced by Lorman Educational Services, 2005.
“Identifying and Dealing with Problem Clients” Orange County Bar Association, Solo, and Small Firm Practitioner Section Meeting. 2005.
“Technology in the Law Office, a roundtable discussion” Facilitator, Orange County Bar Association, Solo and Small Firm Practitioner Section. 2005.
“Insurance Law Update – an update class for insurance brokers and agents,” a training seminar put on several times for various insurance brokerages.