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SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA 2019 Thomas V. Girardi Top 10 the annual list of Where people turn TOP when they’ve been hurt ATTORNEYS The attorneys at Girardi|Keese have recovered more than $10 billion in verdicts and settlements for their clients. Led by founding partner SUPERLAWYERS.COM and legendary advocate Tom Girardi, the firm takes on the toughest battles by fighting for everyday people and holding the large and powerful entities that harm them accountable. The attorneys at Girardi|Keese not only bring justice to people suffering from an injury or grieving the death of a loved one, they work to fundamentally change the system to prevent harm to others. Girardi, known as a true champion for justice, often says, “There is no higher calling than to go to court and represent someone who has been injured, to ensure they are compensated.” This mission is at the core of Girardi|Keese and guides the firm daily. 1126 WILSHIRE BLVD., LOS ANGELES, CA 90017 (213) 977-0211 155 W. HOSPITALITY LANE, SUITE 260, SAN BERNARDINO, CA 92408 (909) 381-1551 GirardiKeese.com SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION JOHNSON & JOHNSON, LLP BEVERLY HILLS Front Row (L to R): Jordan Gonzales, Robert Paredes, Neville Johnson*, Douglas Johnson*, Jordanna Thigpen*, Jim Ryan *CHOSEN TO 2019 SUPER LAWYERS Back Row: Arun Dayalan, Ron Funnell, Daniel Lifschitz When the Deal Goes Wrong, We Know What to Do Johnson & Johnson, LLP represents entertainment entities and With a deep understanding of the creative process, the firm’s talent, including celebrities, models, athletes, producers, directors, attorneys are able to develop smart, creative and effective actors and writers in a variety of cases involving: approaches to yield the best outcomes for clients. • Profit participation litigation The firm’s attorneys have developed a reputation for being tenacious, especially when faced with aggressive behavior. • Wrongful use of likeness Partners Neville and Doug Johnson agree: “We take great • Intellectual property litigation satisfaction in taking bullies on; we don’t back down from a fight,” says Douglas Johnson. • Theft of idea The firm is proud Neville Johnson, Douglas Johnson and Jordanna • Copyright Thigpen have been named to the Super Lawyers list. • Invasion of privacy • Contract disputes • Partnership and business disputes 439 N. Canon Drive, Suite 200, Beverly Hills, CA 90210 PH: (310) 975-1080 | FX: (310) 975-1095 • Class actions in the entertainment industry JJLLPLAW.COM S-2 SUPERLAWYERS.COM ATTORNEYS SELECTED TO SUPER LAWYERS WERE CHOSEN IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PROCESS ON PAGE S-4. SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION SEATED (L TO R): Beth Ann R. Young*, David L. Neale*, Ron Bender*, Juliet Y. Oh*, Timothy J. Yoo*, Carmela T. Pagay* STANDING: Edward M. Wolkowitz*, Daniel H. Reiss*, Gary E. Klausner*, Kurt Ramlo*, Martin J. Brill*, Eve H. Karasik*, Todd M. Arnold*, David B. Golubchik* NOT PICTURED: David W. Levene* *CHOSEN TO SUPER LAWYERS 10+ YEARS 15 YEARS SELECTED TO SELECTED TO LEVENE, NEALE, BENDER, Super Lawyers Super Lawyers YOO & BRILL L.L.P. LOS ANGELES Ron Bender David B. Golubchik Martin J. Brill Gary E. Klausner David W. Levene David L. Neale Edward M. Wolkowitz THE PREMIER BOUTIQUE BANKRUPTCY/ Timothy J. Yoo INSOLVENCY LAW FIRM Beth Ann R. Young Levene, Neale, Bender, Yoo & Brill L.L.P. is a premier boutique bankruptcy/insolvency law firm known for depth and dedication to take on even the largest and achieving optimal outcomes for its clients, efficiently and most complex cases. cost-effectively. Its lawyers are diligent, creative and always attentive to the clients’ needs. That’s why clients in all facets of the economic sector, including technology, communications, energy, Exceptional results are a product of our outstanding entertainment, food and beverage, health care, attorneys, 15 of whom are 2019 Super Lawyers honorees; manufacturing, retail and service, among others, rely on nine having been named to the list for more than 10 years. LNBYB to find the best pathway to financial success in Think excellence, experience and expertise. challenging times. The firm focuses on assisting companies and individuals Founded in 1995, Levene, Neale, Bender, Yoo & Brill L.L.P. facing financial challenges. Its clients can expect has grown to a bankruptcy/insolvency powerhouse with one individualized attention and cost-sensitive strategies of the largest insolvency practices in California. designed to achieve their goals. The firm routinely represents debtors, creditors’ committees, equity holders’ committees, trustees, purchasers, principals, and secured and unsecured creditors in bankruptcy cases and out-of-court workouts. LNBYB has extensive experience representing assignees and buyers in assignments for the benefit of creditors, 10250 Constellation Blvd., Suite 1700 state and federal court receivers, and other parties Los Angeles, CA 90067 involved in commercial litigation. LNBYB has the PH: (310) 229-1234 | FX: (310) 229-1244 | lnbyb.com SUPER LAWYERS | SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA 2019 S-3 SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION SELECTION PROCESS Super Lawyers selects attorneys using a patented multiphase selection process.* The objective is to create a credible, comprehensive and diverse listing of outstanding attorneys that can be used as a resource for attorneys and consumers searching for legal counsel. We limit the lawyer ratings to those who can be hired and retained by the public, i.e., lawyers in private practice and Legal Aid attorneys. The Super Lawyers selection process involves the steps outlined in the graphic (at right). learn more Questions? SuperLawyers.com/SelectionProcess [email protected] visit SuperLawyers.com Search for an attorney by practice area and location, and read features on attorneys selected to our lists. *U.S. Pat. No. 8,412,564 DISCLAIMER: The information presented in Super Lawyers is not legal advice, nor is Super Lawyers a legal referral service. We strive to maintain a high degree of accuracy in the information provided, but make no claim, promise or guarantee about the accuracy, completeness or adequacy of the information contained in this special section or linked to SuperLawyers.com and its associated sites. The hiring of an attorney is an important decision that should not be solely based upon advertising or the listings in this special section. No representation is made that the quality of the legal services performed by the attorneys listed in this special section will be greater than that of other licensed attorneys. Super Lawyers is an independent publisher that has developed its own selection methodology. Super Lawyers is not affiliated with any state or regulatory body, and its listings do not certify or designate an attorney as a specialist. State required disclaimers can be found on the respective state pages on superlawyers.com. © 2019 Super Lawyers, part of Thomson Reuters. All rights reserved. Eric Brown*** Patrick DeBlase* Michael Eyerly** *CHOSEN TO 2012-2019 SUPER LAWYERS, 2004-2007 RISING STARS **CHOSEN TO 2012-2019 SUPER LAWYERS, 2004-2009 RISING STARS ***CHOSEN TO 2011-2017 RISING STARS Experienced, Skilled and Prepared Asbestos and Mesothelioma Trial Attorneys DEBLASE BROWN EYERLY LLP Locally based, right here in Southern California. 680 South Santa Fe Avenue, Los Angeles, California 90021 (310) 575-9955 | dbelegal.com S-4 SUPERLAWYERS.COM SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION 15 YEARS SELECTED TO Super Lawyers William M. Shernoff Michael J. Bidart Ricardo Echeverria We Fight Back Against Insurance Companies and Win At Shernoff Bidart Echeverria LLP, we lead the nation in protecting policyholders from insurance companies’ refusal to pay claims. The firm has been protecting the rights of insurance consumers, both individuals and businesses, for over 40 years after having set the legal precedent requiring insurance companies to act in good faith. William Shernoff, Michael Bidart and Ricardo Echeverria have each been named to Super Lawyers every year since its inception, and 2019 SUPER LAWYERS HONOREES (L TO R): Mr. Bidart was named to the Southern Ricardo Echeverria, Michael J. Bidart (Top 10), William M. Shernoff California Super Lawyers Top 10 list this year. Our attorneys also represent people involved in catastrophic personal injury cases. To schedule a free consultation with our experienced insurance bad faith attorneys, please contact Shernoff Bidart Echeverria LLP today at (800) 458-3386. 600 S. Indian Hill Blvd. | Claremont, CA 91711 | PH: (909) 621-4935 Shernoff.com SUPER LAWYERS | SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA 2019 S-5 SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION SouTHERN CALIFoRNIA 2019 SUPER LAWyERS Top 100 AN ALPHABETICAL LISTING OF THE LAWyERS WHO RANKED TOP OF THE LIST IN THE 2019 SouTHERN CALIFoRNIA SuPER LAWYERS NOMINATION, RESEARCH AND BLUE RIBBON REVIEW PROCESS Agrusa, Angela C., DLA Piper (US), Los Angeles Jaffe, Daniel J., Jaffe and Clemens, Beverly Hills Sedrish, Laura Frank, Akiva Niamehr, Los Angeles Alder, C. Michael, AlderLaw, Los Angeles Keller, Jennifer L., Keller/Anderle, Irvine Selman, Neil, Selman Breitman, Los Angeles Alexander, III, J. Bernard, Alexander Krakow + Glick, Kiesel, Paul R., Kiesel Law, Beverly Hills Shapiro, William D., Law Offices of William D. Shapiro, San Bernardino Los Angeles Klee, Kenneth N., Klee Tuchin Bogdanoff & Stern, Anteau, Ronald W., Feinberg Mindel Brandt & Klein, Los Angeles Shatz, Benjamin G., Manatt Phelps & Phillips, Los Angeles Los Angeles Klein, Brian, Baker Marquart, Los Angeles Shegerian, Carney, Shegerian & Associates, Baum, Michael L., Baum Hedlund Aristei