Tina Ansaripour serves as corporate in-house counsel for five companies, leading their legal and compliance departments. Her expertise spans strategic development, contract negotiations, corporate transactions, employment law, corporate governance and more.

Since July 2019, Michael Costa has been leadingthe legal department of the Center for Autism and Related Disorder (CARD) as general counsel. He is a seasoned 27-year healthcare business attorney representing hospitals, health systems, physician networks and more.

Khoi Dang is general counseland corporate secretary of Icon Business Bank, a seasoned legal advisor specializing in corporate governance, SEC compliance and regulatory affairs.

Mariana D'Andrea, who joined Roku in 2022 and is now associate general counsel, handles international content licensing and app distribution for both TRC and the Roku platform. Sheisadynamicleader and chair of the Latino Employee Resource Group (ERG) at Roku.

Bobbi K. Buffington is a seasoned attorney specializing in employment law and HR compliance, with extensive leadership experience as both an HR executive and in-house legal counsel.

Connie Shiping Hexun, chief legal officer at Hanwha Qcells USA Corp. (Qcells), is a visionary leader dedicated to fostering dynamic teams and driving renewable energy adoption across the U.S. Under her guidance, Qcells has significantly enhanced the renewable energy sector, earning a spot in TIME's 100 Influential Companies of 2024.

Wahid Ezzat Guirguis is the vice president and general counselatHCI Systems, Inc., where he manages riskand legal operations. Born in Cairo, Egypt, he migrated to LosAngeles, Californiaand graduated cum laude with a B.S. in civil engineering from California State Polytechnic University, Pomona.

Cristina Hwang is the associate general counsel at Hanmi Financial Corporation and its subsidiary, Hanmi Bank. Since joining in 2020, she has provided legal support on various matters, leveraging her multicultural background and extensive experience.

Alfredo Gomez, general counsel at CarParts.com, is known for his leadership, expertise and optimism. A first-generation college graduate and son of immigrants, his dedication shaped a successful career spanning roles at leading corporations, including Western Digital, j2 Global Communications and Hanmi Bank.

Michel Urich is an accomplished inhouse legal expert with extensive global experience across industries, such as technology, banking, financial services, consumer products and entertainment.

Charles Rainey is the executive vice president of business and legal affairs at Kartoon Studios, Inc., where he combines over 30 years of expertise in both litigation and transactional law within the entertainment industry.

Rodney Rummelsburg has served as general counsel at Airespring, Inc. for 12 years, contributing to the company’s growth as a global managed services provider specializing in IT, network services and unified communications for various industries and government entities.

Bart Peach, general counsel at Unio Health Partners, has been in the healthcare services industry since leaving law school in 2007 and has assisted in various categories within that specialty: gastroenterology, urology and radiation oncology (current), and many others.

Tyrine Aman began her legal career as a provisionally licensed lawyer at Ivie McNeill Wyatt Purcell & Diggs in 2020, quickly establishing herself as a force in the field. In her second year as an associate, her career reached a pivotal moment when she served as first chair in an employment trial, securing adismissal through amotion for nonsuit.

Clifton Albright Jr. is an attorney at Albright, Yee & Schmit, APC, specializing in business litigation with afocus on labor and employment matters.

Founder of a firm with his namesake, Parag L. Amin founded his law firm out of a passion for protecting entrepreneurs, deeply influenced by his father's struggles as a business owner.

Southern California continues to thrive as a vibrant center for legal innovation and leadership, drawing some of the brightest minds in the profession.

Ryan Baker, co-founding partner of Waymaker LLP, is an elite trial lawyer renowned for securing landmark victories in high-stakes cases. His expertise in intellectual property and disruptive technology has solidified the firm’s reputation as a premier trial boutique.

Michael M. Amir is the cofounder of Doll Amir & Eley and has a distinguished 20-year career representing clients in high-stakes litigation. As lead counsel, he has handled complex cases at all stages of litigation, including jury trials, arbitrations and appellate court arguments.

Adam Bass is the president and chief executive officer of Buchalter, APC, a prominent law firm with a robust presence across the United States. Since assuming the role of president and CEO in 2013, he has spearheaded the firm’s impressive growth, expanding its footprint to include 12 offices and over 500 attorneys.

Founded by Aren Avaness, Avaness Law has emerged as a trusted name in personal injury law across California. Based in Burbank, the firm advocates fiercely for injured individuals, handling a range of cases from auto accidents to premises liability claims.

Tom Ara is a prominent legal and business advisor with 25 years of experience in the media and entertainment industry. As global co-chair at DLA Piper, he leads high-profile transactions for clients including banks, hedge funds, private equity firms and studios.

Julian André is the litigation partner at McDermott Will & Emery, specializing in government enforcement actions, complex civil litigation and internal investigations. With a background as an assistant U.S.

With over 25 years of experience in family law, Stephanie Blum is a leading attorney in California and a certified family law specialist since 2003. She has earned accolades as a Southern California Super Lawyer and was previously named a Super Lawyers “Rising Star” by Los Angeles Magazine.

Gina Bibby is a trailblazer in fashion technology, currently serving as a partner at Withers Bergman. With a background as a software engineer, she leads a global practice advising emerging and established companies at the intersection of fashion and technology.

As a partner at Hill, Farrer & Burrill, Kevin Brogan specializes in eminent domain, inverse condemnation and real property litigation, representing clients ranging from multinational corporations to individual owners of shopping centers, hotels and unique properties.

Manuel Cachán is a partner at Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom, where he excels as a trial lawyer, leading high-profile jury trials across the U.S. He represents Fortune 500 companies in complex litigations, including breach of contract, product liability and professional malpractice cases.

Robert Campbell is a leading construction lawyer based in Southern California, dedicated to resolving construction claims disputes for owners and contractors across a wide range of projects, including hospitals, highways, high-rises and resorts.

Paul Carr-Rollitt leads Manatt, Phelps & Phillips’ healthcare transactions and regulatory practice, focusing on mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures and private equity in the healthcare sector. He is a recognized authority on managed care issues and compliance with the California Knox-Keene Act.

Emily Burkhardt Vicente is the cochair of the national labor and employment team and diversity and inclusion committee at Hunton Andrews Kurth. With only eight years as a partner, she defends Fortune 100 companies in high-stakes employment litigation, including hybrid class and collective action cases.

Tim Chang is a partner in the Los Angeles office of Musick, Peeler & Garrett, serving multinational public and private companies, as well as high-net-worth individuals.

Morgan Chu, a partner at Irell & Manella LLP, is one of the nation’s leading trial lawyers, securing over $9 billion in verdicts and settlements.

Esther E. Cho is a partner at Stradley Ronon Stevens & Young, where she leads the securities litigation and enforcement practice. With over 20 years of experience, she defends major financial institutions in state and federal courts and before arbitration forums like FINRA and the New York Stock Exchange.

As managing partner of Lagerlof, LLP, Joshua Driskell has led the firm through multiple mergers and acquisitions, created a charitable extension called Lagerlof Cares and led the firm and its attorneys to be leaders in their field and communities.

Emahn Counts, founder and managing attorney of Counts Law Firm PC, has practiced law for over 20 years, specializing in business, family and real estate litigation. He has handled more than 1,000 cases across Southern California, representing major clients such as American Express, Porsche and Sallie Mae.

Camron Dowlatshahi, founding partner at Mills Sadat Dowlat, is known for his extensive experience and personalized client care. He has successfully represented clients in various cases, including employment discrimination, intellectual property disputes and entertainment contract negotiations.

Alesha Dominique is a partner at Norton Rose Fulbright, inspired by her mother’s success as a female design engineer to pursue a path in mathematics, science and law. After teaching math, she found her passion in intellectual property litigation during law school.

Dean E. Dennis is the managing attorney at Hill, Farrer & Burrill, specializing in eminent domain and land use disputes. He represents California landowners in complex cases involving zoning, property rights and environmental regulations, including the California Coastal Act and Environmental Quality Act.

Kathryn Edgerton, a member at Mintz, is a leading advisor known for her strategic guidance to healthcare providers and related businesses, including addiction treatment facilities and telehealth providers.

As a partner of BakerHostelter, Phillip J. Eskenazi is a seasoned trial lawyer with over 32 years of experience in complex business and securities litigation, focusing on class action defense. Born and raised in Los Angeles, he has built a national trial practice representing clients across diverse industries.

Christopher E. Faenza, partner and owner at Yoka | Smith, LLP, has been a distinguished attorney since his admission to the New Jersey Bar in 1994. A graduate of Penn State University and Rutgers School of Law-Newark, he has extensive trial experience, with over 95 Superior Court jury trials to verdict in New Jersey and California.

Justin M. Goldstein chairs the litigation department and serves on the management committee at his firm. With over two decades of trial and appellate experience, he handles business, entertainment and intellectual property disputes in state and federal courts, as well as in arbitration.

Richard Conant Giller, a prominent insurance recovery partner at Greenspoon Marder LLP, is a leading authority in sports insurance. As national chair of the firm's insurance recovery & counseling group, he has secured over $26.5 million for professional athlete clients in the past year alone and expanded the insurance practice group threefold.

Michael G. Freedman has rapidly become a leading criminal defense and trial attorney, founding The Freedman Firm in 2021. His firm has grown to four attorneys, representing highprofile clients like Harvey Weinstein, Bill Cosby and Trey Songz.

Partner-in-Charge of Hawkins Parnell & Young, Elaine Fresch specializes in construction defect litigation, representing developers, contractors, subcontractors and construction product manufacturers.

As a partner at Perkins Coie, Oliver Gold is a premier trial lawyer in Los Angeles, recognized for his strategic litigation skills across federal and state courts. Notably, he secured a major victory in a $500-million breach of contract case for a real estate client and obtained damages against the owner of the Oceanwide Plaza property.

Partner Terrence Franklin of Sacks, Glazier, Franklin, & Lodise LLP is a litigator with over 30 years of experience in trusts and estates disputes, recognized as one of the top litigators in the U.S.

Nicole Hoeksma Gordon, a partner at The Sohagi Law Group, advises public agencies on complex environmental and land use matters across many levels. Her expertise encompasses the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and endangered species legislation.

Adam D.H. Grant, partner at The Sohagi Law Group, specializes in complex litigation and cybersecurity. With over 30 years of experience, he excels in handling complex business disputes, online privacy and embezzlement cases, often achieving favorable outcomes without trial.

David Hanna, a member of Mintz, is a distinguished life sciences intellectual property attorney with over 15 years of experience in patent prosecution, litigation and advisory roles across diverse technology sectors, including pharmaceuticals, diagnostics and medical devices.

Robbin Itkin, a partner at Sklar Kirsh, specializes in restructuring billions in debt through Chapter 11 and out-of-court resolutions. With extensive experience representing debtors, creditors and trustees across various industries, she has handled high-profile cases, including those involving Chrysler LLC and the Los Angeles Dodgers.

Michael Kent, founding partner at Kent | Pincin, is a seasoned litigator specializing in employment discrimination, wrongful death, personal injury and mass torts, including significant cases like the wildfire litigation and USC/Tyndall sex abuse claims.

Stephen Kaufman founded Kaufman Legal Group in 1996 and is a recognized authority in campaign finance and election law. He represents a diverse clientele, including elected officials, corporations, PACs and nonprofit organizations, focusing on campaign finance, election and governmental ethics.

Larry Iser, co-founder and managing partner of Kinsella Holley Iser Kump Steinsapir, is renowned for representing high-profile clients in the entertainment industry. He handles complex litigation for major firms like Kinetic Content, Delirium TV and Mattel, Inc.

Sharon R. Klein is a nationally recognized leader in data privacy, cybersecurity and AI law, bringing over 40 years of experience to her role as co-chair of Blank Rome's privacy, security & data protection practice and managing partner of the Orange County office.

Richard Kaplan, founder of Kaplan Marino, PC, is a prominent attorney in white collar defense, renowned for his innovative legal strategies and unique perspective. With over 36 years of experience, he has built a reputation for achieving favorable outcomes in complex criminal cases, often resulting in dismissals.

Marie LaMolinara is currently employed as a partner at Meyer, Olson, Lowy & Meyers, where she plays a crucial role in advocating for clients facing the challenges of family law litigation. In her position, she specializes in various aspects of family law, including divorce, child custody and support matters.

JR Lanis is a seasoned partner and leader of the business practice group at BakerHostetler's Los Angeles office, specializing in public company securities offerings, mergers and acquisitions and corporate transactions.

David Lari is a partner at Cox, Castle & Nicholson, one of the largest law firms specializing in real estate in the U.S. Recognized as one of California’s leading transactional attorneys, he heads the healthcare real estate practice group and the Los Angeles real estate and development team, while also serving on the firm’s management committee.

Jocelyn Leinart joined Munck Wilson Mandala in 2021, where she serves as co-chair of the NIL practice. A corporate and sports lawyer, she has been instrumental in launching the firm’s focus on name, image and likeness (NIL) partnerships.

Jonathan D. Littrell is the managing partner of Raines Feldman Littrell LLP and has been consistently recognized as one of Southern California's Super Lawyers “Rising Stars."

Jennifer Levitt is a leading partner in Simpson Thacher & Bartlett’s banking & credit and fund finance practices and is known for her innovative financing solutions for private equity sponsors. She has pioneered structures such as net asset value (NAV) financings and subscription facilities.

Tre Lovell, founder of the Los Angeles-based Lovell Firm, is a nationally recognized litigator specializing in high-profile legal matters for clients in the entertainment industry and general business litigation.

Irfan Lateef is a prominent leader in the Irvine office of Knobbe Martens, a national IP law firm, recognized for over 20 years of service as an IP litigator for global Fortune 500 companies.

Margaret Lodise is a highly esteemed trusts and estates litigator with over 35 years of experience in California, known for handling complex disputes and shaping legal precedents as a partner at Sacks, Glazier, Franklin & Lodise. Her notable achievements include a landmark victory in O’Connor v.

Joshua Mandell is a litigation partner at Akerman LLP where he handles complex business, real estate and cannabis law disputes. With a distinguished career that includes precedent-setting legal victories, he has secured significant compensatory and punitive damages for his clients.

Michael V. Mancini is the founding partner of Mancini Shenk LLP, specializing in shareholder, cannabis, business and entertainment litigation. A leader in cannabis disputes, he has recovered tens of millions for clients and regularly advises other top firms on complex cases.

Kathryn McCann, a commercial litigator and co-founder of Annaguey McCann, specializes in large, complex civil litigation, including class actions and corporate disputes. Known for her strategic approach and client-focused representation, she handles a range of business disputes, including fraud, contracts, real estate and consumer class actions.

Caroline Mankey, a partner at Akerman LLP, is a distinguished trial attorney with over 28 years of experience, specializing in high-profile intellectual property disputes across industries such as entertainment, fashion and manufacturing.

Nina Marino, co-founder of Kaplan Marino, PC, has built a distinguished career in white collar and complex criminal defense since 1998. Recognized as a Band 3 Leading Lawyer by Chambers USA, she has been celebrated for her tenacity and client-focused approach.

Jordan Matthews, a partner at Weinberg Gonser LLP, was lead counsel in landmark litigation against Steve Wynn, representing the primary witness in a Wall Street Journal exposé on Wynn’s sexual misconduct.

Brett McClure is a shareholder and trial lawyer specializing in business disputes for clients ranging from Fortune 500 companies to startups and high-networth individuals.

Marianne S. Martin is a partner in the corporate practice at Jeffer Mangels Butler & Mitchell LLP, specializing in commercial and corporate finance.

Lisa Helfend Meyer is a cofounder and senior partner at Meyer, Olson, Lowy & Meyers, LLP, a family law firm based in Century City and Irvine. Certified as a specialist in family law since 1989, she is recognized for her work in complex divorce and child custody cases, prenuptial agreements and domestic violence matters.

Hamed Meshki is a prominent leader in Kirkland & Ellis’ Los Angeles office and corporate practice, specializing in complex private equity transactions, including mergers and acquisitions, leveraged buyouts and restructurings.

Sandra Lee Montgomery, a partner at Proskauer Rose LLP, is a leader in private capital and banking and finance law. In 2023 alone, she closed over $5.5 billion in transactions for lenders and investors across the U.S. Montgomery has extensive experience in acquisition financing, restructurings, cross-border financings and debtor-in-possession financing.

With over five decades of litigation experience, Louis (Skip) R. Miller is a partner at Miller Barondess, LLP, specializing in high-stakes trial law. He has led over 100 state and federal trials, representing clients ranging from Fortune 500 companies to high-profile individuals and government entities.

Sean Morris is a partner and head of the Los Angeles office at Arnold & Porter, where he has practiced for 25 years since graduating from UCLA School of Law. Recognized as one of California’s top lawyers by the Daily Journal and The Legal 500 US, he represents major corporations like BP and Honeywell International.

Ann Marie Mortimer is a partner at Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP, where she leads the firm’s commercial litigation practice and specializes in cybersecurity and privacy law. Known for defending major corporations in data breach cases, her recent wins include a precedent-setting victory for Walmart under the California Consumer Privacy Act.

James R. Molen is a partner at Greenberg Glusker LLP, specializing in litigation for a diverse clientele, including technology firms, celebrities and real estate developers. Renowned for his innovative strategies, he focuses on entertainment, intellectual property, corporate governance, false advertising and cryptocurrency fraud.

Robert (Bob) Millman, a senior shareholder at Littler, has been a pioneer in labor and employment law for over five decades. He founded Littler’s Los Angeles offices and played a crucial role in growing the firm into the nation’s largest labor and employment law practice.

Quincy Newell is the founder and managing attorney at Newell Law Group PC, bringing over 30 years of experience in the entertainment and media industries. He has held senior executive roles at prominent companies like HITS Magazine, Warner Music Group’s Rhino Entertainment and Lionsgate, where he was EVP & GM of Codeblack Films.

Ryan Nishimoto is a partner at Arnold & Porter, specializing in high-stakes intellectual property and technology litigation.

Emily R. Pincin is a founding partner at Kent | Pincin, LLP, a law firm based in Redondo Beach, California, specializing in labor and employment law.

Naeun Rim, a partner at Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP, leads the firm’s trial, white collar and investigations practice, with extensive experience in high-profile criminal defense and civil litigation.

Jennifer Post is the managing partner of Thompson Coburn LLP’s Los Angeles office and a nationally recognized leader in corporate and finance law. She has led numerous complex transactions, including a $50-million venture lending deal for a transportation app and a $72-million loan for a public consumer brands company.

Timothy D. Reuben is the founding partner of Reuben Raucher & Blum, a premier Los Angeles-based litigation boutique. With over three decades of legal experience, he has handled an impressive range of cases involving business, intellectual property, real estate and complex civil litigation.

Eric Perlmutter-Gumbiner is a partner in the corporate group at Greenberg Glusker LLP, where he specializes in general corporate and transactional law, focusing on emerging companies, venture capital and mergers and acquisitions, particularly in the consumer products and retail sectors.

Jerry Carl Popovich is the partnerin-charge of Hawkins Parnell & Young’s Orange County office, specializing in complex personal injury litigation with over 70 trials to his name.

Jennifer Romano is a litigation partner at Crowell & Moring LLP’s Los Angeles office, where she co-chairs the firm’s litigation & trial department and serves on its management board.

Dylan Ruga is the founder of Stalwart Law Group and cofounder, president and chief legal officer at Steno. With nearly 20 years of experience in complex litigation – including intellectual property, professional liability and commercial cases – he is known for his tenacious advocacy and innovative use of technology in legal practice.

Michael Saryan is the founder of Concord Legal Group, PC, a boutique business law firm offering top-tier legal services to entrepreneurs, startups and established companies.

Natela Shenon is a partner at Grant Shenon, A Professional Law Corporation, with 15 years of legal experience specializing in complex business and real estate transactions. A graduate of Pepperdine Caruso School of Law, she combines her legal expertise with a certificate in entrepreneurship and the law and a bachelor’s degree in psychology from UCLA.

As the founding partner of Mills Sadat Dowlat LLP, Arash Sadat is a distinguished employment attorney with over a decade of experience. Known for his exceptional litigation skills, he has secured numerous seven-figure judgments, advocating for employees in cases involving discrimination and harassment.

Founding partner of Shegerian & Associates Carney R. Shegerian, known as “The People’s Attorney,” is a prominent plaintiff’s employment lawyer. With over 33 years of legal experience, he has achieved more than 100 jury verdicts, including several record-setting employment discrimination and retaliation awards.

John W. Shenk is a founding partner of Mancini Shenk LLP and a specialist in business and shareholder disputes, often referred to as “business divorce.

Christian Scali is the founder of Scali Rasmussen, known for his exceptional legal acumen in the automotive industry and his diverse practice areas, including complex litigation and advice and counsel.

Tyson Sohagi is a partner at The Sohagi Law Group, PLC, specializing in environmental law, land use and CEQA compliance. With a background in mechanical engineering, he advises public agencies on infrastructure, development and environmental projects, helping them navigate complex regulatory and legal challenges.

Cynthia Y. Sun is a partner at LTL Attorneys, specializing in litigation for the past 17 years in areas such as general liability, personal injury, product liability and consumer fraud. With a background that includes prominent minority-owned law firms in Los Angeles, she has represented clients ranging from individuals to Fortune 500 companies.

Perrie M. Weiner is the partnerin-charge of Baker McKenzie’s Los Angeles office and chairs the North America securities litigation group, specializing in high-stakes securities class actions, SEC enforcement matters and complex business litigation.

Kate Eun Zu Tuma is a partner in Squire Patton Boggs’ global corporate practice in Los Angeles, where she co-leads the global and U.S. automotive & transportation group, making her one of the few female minority leaders in this role at a major international law firm.

Daniel Wu, a partner at Thompson Coburn LLP, specializes in business litigation, representing banks, financial institutions and businesses in complex cases involving fraud, breach of contract, discrimination and employee misconduct.

Kimberly Wright is the founder and managing partner of Revolve Law Group, specializing in real estate litigation with over 15 years of experience as a California attorney. Known for her strategic approach to mediation, she has helped many clients avoid courtrooms, achieving resolutions through her deep knowledge of real estate law.

Kenneth Yood, a partner at Holland & Knight, leads the firm’s West Coast life sciences and healthcare practice.

Christine Woodin, a partner at Hueston Hennigan, specializes in high-stakes intellectual property and complex commercial litigation.

A partner at Fox Rothschild in Los Angeles, Nancy Yaffe specializes in labor and employment law with nearly three decades of experience. She advises businesses on wage-and-hour compliance, disability accommodation, harassment prevention and regulatory issues, often resolving disputes before they escalate.

Michael Wise is a patent attorney and partner at Perkins Coie, specializing in life sciences and intellectual property law. With over 30 years of experience, he leads a core team of patent lawyers focusing on litigation, inter partes review (IPR) strategies and patent prosecution for cutting-edge technology.