Emily F. Burdine has joined Klinedinst’s Santa Ana office as an associate, with a focus on business litigation.

SANTA ANA, CALIFORNIA – Klinedinst PC is pleased to announce the addition of Emily F. Burdine to the firm’s Santa Ana legal team. Ms. Burdine focuses her practice on business litigation, while also defending veterinarians in litigation and administrative actions. In addition, she provides general counsel services for Southern California humane societies.

Ms. Burdine is a well-versed litigator having managed the process from inception through resolution. She has represented financial institutions and other business entities in complex business litigation involving claims such as breach of contract, fraud, and unfair competition in state and federal courts. Ms. Burdine has successfully defended a federal action through appeal and drafted an answering brief resulting in the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals affirming the orders of the district court.

“We are excited to welcome Emily to the firm,” said Kevin Gramling, Managing Shareholder of Klinedinst’s Santa Ana office. “Her vast experience in complex business litigation will be extremely valuable to our team and clients. We look forward to her continued success in this field.”

Ms. Burdine received her Juris Doctor from University of California, Davis School of Law. While in law school, she served as an extern for The Honorable Susan M. Speer, Los Angeles Superior Court.

Klinedinst PC is pleased to welcome Ms. Burdine to the firm. To learn more about Ms. Burdine, please click here:

www.klinedinstlaw.com/profiles/attorney/emily-burdine

 About Klinedinst

Klinedinst is the go-to firm for clients looking for litigation, trial experience, transactional representation, and legal counsel.  The firm’s offices in Los Angeles, Sacramento, San Diego, Santa Ana, and Seattle service the entire West Coast. What sets Klinedinst apart is the relationship our attorneys foster with each and every client. Klinedinst lawyers are indispensable strategic partners to business leaders, helping to achieve business objectives and create proactive solutions to resolve the many legal challenges that businesses are confronted with every day.  Whether vigorously advocating for business clients in court, or guiding business transactions and negotiations, Klinedinst is the trusted legal advisor to have by your side.

Klinedinst PC has announced that two of its California attorneys have been promoted to Shareholder status. The new Shareholders include Frederick M. Heiser (Orange County) and Robert M. Shaughnessy (San Diego). 

SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA – Klinedinst PC is pleased to announce the elevation of Frederick M. Heiser and Robert M. Shaughnessy to Shareholder. The firm’s newest Shareholders practice in Klinedinst’s Southern California offices in a wide array of practice areas, including appellate, professional liability, legal ethics, retail, general liability, and transportation.

“[Both] of these bright, remarkable attorneys have become integral members of the firm,” said John D. Klinedinst, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Klinedinst PC. “[Fred and Rob] have each made significant contributions to their respective practice groups, while continually providing exceptional legal services to their clients. We are incredibly proud to welcome them as our newest Shareholders.”

Frederick M. Heiser
Frederick M. Heiser

Frederick Heiser is a Member of the firm’s Business and Commercial Litigation, Commercial General Liability, and Employment Practice Groups out of the Los Angeles and Orange County offices. His clients include local entrepreneurs, small family businesses, and Fortune 500 companies. Mr. Heiser is regularly called on by general counsel, business owners, and claims representatives to protect their interests and to provide hands-on, strategic, and efficient direction for complex civil cases. He has found success in retail defense, business litigation, employment law, and general liability matters.

Photo of Robert M. Shaughnessy
Robert M. Shaughnessy

Robert Shaughnessy is a seasoned litigator based out of the San Diego office and dedicates his practice to all aspects of business litigation, with a special emphasis in civil appeals. He brings nearly twenty years of complex law-and-motion and appellate experience to the firm’s Appellate Practice Group and is knowledgeable in a variety of practice areas. Mr. Shaughnessy counsels clients on matters including unfair competition, false advertising, trade secret misappropriation, employment issues, invasion of privacy, director and officer liability, real property law, and trust disputes. Mr. Shaughnessy authors articles on various legal topics including the unauthorized practice of law, malicious prosecution, the Unfair Competition Law, and California’s Anti-SLAPP statute. He is a leader in the legal community. He serves as Chair of the San Diego County Bar Association’s (SDCBA) Appellate Practice Section, where he has held past positions as Program Chair and Civil Rules Comment Chair.

Klinedinst congratulates Mr. Heiser and Mr. Shaughnessy. To learn more about each of our Shareholders, please visit:

www.klinedinstlaw.com/about/shareholders

About Klinedinst

Klinedinst is the go-to firm for clients looking for litigation, trial experience, transactional representation, and legal counsel. The firm’s offices in Los Angeles, Sacramento, San Diego, Santa Ana, and Seattle service the entire West Coast. What sets Klinedinst apart is the relationship our attorneys foster with each and every client. Klinedinst lawyers are indispensable strategic partners to business leaders, helping to achieve business objectives and create proactive solutions to resolve the many legal challenges that businesses are confronted with every day.  Whether vigorously advocating for business clients in court, or guiding business transactions and negotiations, Klinedinst is the trusted legal advisor to have by your side.

Southern California Super Lawyers® has published its 2019 list of top attorneys in the region, and Klinedinst shareholders Gregory Garbacz and Kevin Gramling have made the grade. Southern California Super Lawyers publishes its guide to the top 5% of practicing attorneys across Southern California.

Super Lawyers®

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – Klinedinst shareholders Gregory Garbacz and Kevin Gramling have been recognized in the 2019 Southern California edition of Super Lawyers®.

Super Lawyers® publishes an annual list of top attorneys across the Southern California region. According to the State Bar of California, the area including Los Angeles, Ventura, Orange, San Bernardino, and Riverside counties is home to over 100,000 practicing attorneys. Every year, Super Lawyers utilizes their editors and research teams, as well as the recommendations of attorneys in good standing to highlight the “best of the best” in the region.

The process starts by polling lawyers in good standing to nominate fellow attorneys who demonstrate excellence in the legal profession. Recognition in Super Lawyers is also based on independent research based off of those nominations, as well as thorough peer evaluation. According to the publication, fewer than 5% of attorneys in California are named Super Lawyers.

Photo of Greg Garbacz
Greg Garbacz, Esq.

Now in his tenth year of inclusion in Super Lawyers, Greg Garbacz was recognized for his work in Employment and Labor. In addition to being an experienced litigator and trial attorney, Mr. Garbacz is the Chief Strategy Officer of Klinedinst. He represents clients in employment matters, business/class actions, professional liability/securities, and real estate/housing discrimination litigation. Mr. Garbacz has significant experience in the courtroom, and is a member of ABOTA (American Board of Trial Advocates), a highly-respected national advocacy group dedicated to the preservation of the right to trial by jury.

Photo of Kevin Gramling
Kevin Gramling, Esq.

2019 represents the sixth year that Kevin Gramling has been honored for his work in Personal Injury-General: Defense. Mr. Gramling is the Managing Shareholder at the firm’s Santa Ana office, and has extensive experience defending transportation, product liability, premises liability, mold and indoor air quality, environmental, and construction defect claims. He is active in the community, and was named Orange County Father of the Year in 2017. Gramling is also a member of ABOTA, an invitation-only organization whose members are the most experienced trial lawyers and judges in the country.

“Super Lawyers hit a home run in selecting Greg and Kevin for their 2019 edition,” said John Klinedinst, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Klinedinst PC. “These two individuals are incredible advocates for their clients, and have rightfully earned the respect of their peers. We thank Super Lawyers and the entire Southern California legal community for recognizing them for their achievements, both inside and outside the courtroom.”

Klinedinst congratulates both attorneys on this special honor. To learn more about each, please visit:

www.klinedinstlaw.com/profiles/

For more information on the 2019 Southern California edition of Super Lawyers, please visit:

https://attorneys.superlawyers.com/california-southern/

About Klinedinst

Klinedinst is the go-to firm for clients looking for litigation, trial experience, transactional representation, and legal counsel.  The firm’s offices in Los Angeles, Sacramento, San Diego, Santa Ana, and Seattle service the entire West Coast. What sets Klinedinst apart is the relationship our attorneys foster with each and every client. Klinedinst lawyers are indispensable strategic partners to business leaders, helping to achieve business objectives and create proactive solutions to resolve the many legal challenges that businesses are confronted with every day.  Whether vigorously advocating for business clients in court, or guiding business transactions and negotiations, Klinedinst is the trusted legal advisor to have by your side.

Klinedinst Founder and CEO John D. Klinedinst was honored in San Diego Business Journal's List of 500 Influential Business Leaders for his legal skills and leadership. The list features business leaders in San Diego who make things happen.
The San Diego Business Journal has featured Klinedinst Founder and Chief Executive Officer John D. Klinedinst in the 2019 San Diego 500. The San Diego 500 is an annual list of influential business leaders in the region positively contributing to the local economy..

SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA – The San Diego Business Journal has featured Klinedinst Founder and CEO John D. Klinedinst in the 2019 edition of San Diego 500: The Book of Influential Business Leaders.

John Klinedinst
John D. Klinedinst

Honorees in the annual San Diego 500 span a wide range of industries, including defense, manufacturing, service providers, financial and technology firms, life sciences, and real estate companies. Mr. Klinedinst is one of the few law firm leaders singled out for inclusion in this year’s publication of movers and shakers.

Mr. Klinedinst launched Klinedinst in 1983. He built a practice focused on representing clients in professional liability, business litigation, and intellectual property disputes. Today, the firm he created has nearly 140 employees across five offices, from San Diego and Los Angeles to Sacramento and Seattle.

Klinedinst has been recognized by the San Diego Business Journal in previous years for his contributions to the business community, as well as the regional economy. In addition to naming Mr. Klinedinst to the Best of the Bar (2014) for his litigation and trial work, the San Diego Business Journal has named him Finalist or Winner of its Most Admired CEO award seven times since 2008. He also was named to the San Diego 500 in 2018.

San Diego Business Journal is one of the preeminent sources of business news and information on San Diego County’s companies, industries and business people. The publication’s regular lists provide comprehensive data and statistics on top-ranked San Diego companies and individuals across all industries.

Recipients of the SD 500 will be recognized at a special gathering by the San Diego Business Journal on January 16, 2019. The reception will take place just before the magazine’s annual Book of Lists event.

To learn more about Mr. Klinedinst, please visit:

https://klinedinstlaw.com/profiles/attorney/john-klinedinst

About Klinedinst

Klinedinst is the go-to firm for clients looking for litigation, trial experience, transactional representation, and legal counsel.  The firm’s offices in Los Angeles, Sacramento, San Diego, Santa Ana, and Seattle service the entire West Coast. What sets Klinedinst apart is the relationship our attorneys foster with each and every client. Klinedinst lawyers are indispensable strategic partners to business leaders, helping to achieve business objectives and create proactive solutions to resolve the many legal challenges that businesses are confronted with every day.  Whether vigorously advocating for business clients in court, or guiding business transactions and negotiations, Klinedinst is the trusted legal advisor to have by your side.

Klinedinst PC is proud to sponsor the 41st Annual Dinner and Installation of Officers, hosted by Pan Asian Lawyers of San Diego and Filipino American Lawyers of San Diego. The event is taking place on January 31, 2019 and celebrates the history and achievements of Asian Americans and Filipino Americans in the legal profession .

Pan Asian Lawyers of San Diego LogoSAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA – Klinedinst is proud to be a sponsor the Pan Asian Lawyers of San Diego (PALSD) and Filipino American Lawyers of San Diego (FALSD) 41st Annual Dinner.

Filipino American Lawyers of San Diego LogoPALSD and FALSD are nonprofit organizations dedicated to advancing Asian Americans and Filipino Americans in the legal profession by preserving and fostering culture, heritage, and diversity in the Asian Pacific American community. Klinedinst is excited to join in this effort and show continued support for the PALSD and FALSD.

Klinedinst is pleased to support PALSD and FALSD. To learn more about the annual dinner and each of these organizations, please visit Pan Asian Lawyers of San Diego and Filipino American Lawyers of San Diego.

About Klinedinst

Klinedinst is the go-to firm for clients looking for litigation, trial experience, transactional representation, and legal counsel.  The firm’s offices in Los Angeles, Sacramento, San Diego, Santa Ana, and Seattle service the entire West Coast. What sets Klinedinst apart is the relationship our attorneys foster with each and every client. Klinedinst lawyers are indispensable strategic partners to business leaders, helping to achieve business objectives and create proactive solutions to resolve the many legal challenges that businesses are confronted with every day.  Whether vigorously advocating for business clients in court, or guiding business transactions and negotiations, Klinedinst is the trusted legal advisor to have by your side.

Joseph Escobio has been named Klinedinst’s new Chief Information Officer. In his role as CIO, Escobio will oversee all IT, eDiscovery, and data services for all five Klinedinst offices across the West.

SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA – Joseph Escobio has joined Klinedinst PC as Chief Information Officer. In his new position, Escobio will report to the firm’s Board of Directors with direct oversight of the firm’s Information Technology Department, as well as the eDiscovery and Litigation Support departments.

Joseph Escobio
Joseph Escobio

Mr. Escobio is a seasoned veteran specializing in legal technology.  He has been on the cutting edge of eDiscovery and legal tech for the past 25 years. His leadership across multiple departments, combined with his experience in Litigation Support and Electronic Discovery, ensures operational integrity and client integration with complex litigation matters.

“Technology in business, including legal services, is changing at an exponential rate,” said CEO and Founder John D. Klinedinst. “Joe is a natural at managing change and planning for the future. He is also adept at quickly identifying problems, prioritizing a response, and then acting quickly on that response. His drive, his readiness, and his adaptability will all be terrific assets for firm clients, and we are incredibly proud to welcome him to the management team of Klinedinst.”

Mr. Escobio is a graduate of San Diego State University who also served in the U.S. Marine Corps.  He serves on the Executive Committee of the Legal Practice and Technology Management section of the California Lawyers Association.

Klinedinst PC welcomes Mr. Escobio as Chief Information Officer. For more, please visit:

klinedinstlaw.com/profiles/support/joseph-escobio

About Klinedinst

Klinedinst is the go-to firm for clients looking for litigation, trial experience, transactional representation, and legal counsel.  The firm’s offices in Los Angeles, Sacramento, San Diego, Santa Ana, and Seattle service the entire West Coast. What sets Klinedinst apart is the relationship our attorneys foster with each and every client. Klinedinst lawyers are indispensable strategic partners to business leaders, helping to achieve business objectives and create proactive solutions to resolve the many legal challenges that businesses are confronted with every day.  Whether vigorously advocating for business clients in court, or guiding business transactions and negotiations, Klinedinst is the trusted legal advisor to have by your side.

ORANGE COUNTY, CALIFORNIA – Klinedinst is pleased to announce it is serving as a sponsor at the California MBA Legal Issues and Regulatory Compliance Conference, taking place December 3-4, 2018 at the Renaissance Newport Beach Hotel in Newport Beach, CA.

Klinedinst shareholder Natalie Vance will be one of the featured speakers on a panel discussing the latest topics in labor law. The panel will take place December 4, 2018 from 9:00am-10:00am in the Renaissance’s Bay Laurel Central & South. Shareholders Ian Rambarran and Michael Carruth from Klinedinst Sacramento are also in attendance at the conference.

California MBA is the leading statewide advocate for the residential and commercial real estate finance industry, representing its members before all government and regulatory agencies. Headquartered in Sacramento, California, California MBA promotes fair and ethical lending practices through a wide range of educational programs, services and industry publications.

To learn more, visit:

www.cmba.com

About Klinedinst

Klinedinst has become the go-to firm for clients across California, across the West, and across the globe. Our litigators, trial attorneys, and transactional lawyers guide clients through every problem, finding solutions at every turn. The firm serves clients from offices in Los Angeles, Sacramento, San Diego, Santa Ana, and Seattle. Whether representing businesses in court, helping negotiate transactions, or handling matters in state, federal, or appellate courts, Klinedinst attorneys help get the job done.

Child holding holiday present.
For the ninth year in a row, Klinedinst will be a National Corporate Donor for Toys for Tots, helping delivery holiday cheer to nearly 7 million children across the country.

SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA – For the ninth straight year, Klinedinst PC will become a National Corporate Donor for Toys for Tots.

Toys for Tots
Klinedinst has become a National Corporate Donor for 2018 Toys for Tots program.

Toys for Tots was started by Marine Corps Reserve Major Bill Hendricks in 1947. Hendricks and his wife were searching for a means to help children in need for the holidays. Upon discovering that no organization was setup to do that, Hendricks decided to start his own. That first year, Hendricks and the Marines in his reserve unit in Los Angeles collected and distributed 5,000 toys.

The program was so successful that the Commandant directed all Marine Reserve units to begin their own Toys for Tots campaigns. Walt Disney joined the effort, designing a poster featuring the logo that is still in use today, and Toys for Tots had been transformed into a national community action program.

Marines unloading boxes for Toys for Tots
Marines unload toys collected for distribution through Toys for Tots.

Fast forward to today, and Toys for Tots has become synonymous with the holidays, delivering new presents to America’s less fortunate children. Toys for Tots is active in over 800 communities, helping to bring holiday cheer to disadvantaged children across all fifty states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and the Virgin Islands. Last year, Toys for Tots distributed over 18 million toys to 7 million children.

“We are very pleased to welcome Klinedinst back as a corporate partner of the Toys for Tots Program,” said retired Marine Colonel Ted Silvester, vice president of the Marine Toys for Tots Foundation. “With their generous support during the holidays, we will be able to fulfill the dreams of less fortunate children, who otherwise might have been forgotten.”

The Marine Toys for Tots Foundation has earned the highest rating (four stars out of four) by Charity Navigator. 96.7% of all donations go directly toward Toys for Tots’ goal of providing gifts, books, and toys to the estimated 15 million children living in poverty.

“As a firm, we absolutely believe in the mission and the spirit of Toys for Tots,” said Arthur S. Moreau, a former naval aviator who serves as Chief Operating Officer of Klinedinst. “While Toys for Tots has its roots here in Southern California, it does an incredible job of delivering holiday cheer across the entire country. We appreciate the positive impact the organization has on those less fortunate, and are truly honored to be supporting Toys for Tots on behalf of our clients, our employees, and our shareholders.”

To learn more about Toys for Tots, and to find out how you or your business can participate in spreading some holiday cheer to kids less fortunate, please visit:

www.ToysforTots.org

About Klinedinst

Klinedinst has become the go-to firm for clients across California, across the West, and across the globe. Our litigators, trial attorneys, and transactional lawyers guide clients through every problem, finding solutions at every turn. The firm serves clients from offices in Los Angeles, Sacramento, San Diego, Santa Ana, and Seattle. Whether representing businesses in court, helping negotiate transactions, or handling matters in state, federal, or appellate courts, Klinedinst attorneys help to get the job done.

Klinedinst Counsel Frederick M. Heiser will be featured as a session leader for USLAW NETWORK’s Retail and Hospitality Law Exchange 2018. During the session, titled “Is the Price Right?,” Mr. Heiser will provide in-depth knowledge on emerging trends in U.S. jury verdicts impacting retailers and members of the hospitality industry. 

SANTA ANA, CALIFORNIA– Klinedinst  attorney Frederick M. Heiser has been selected to serve as a session leader at USLAW NETWORK’s Retail and Hospitality Law Exchange on October 23, 2018 in Chicago, IL.

Frederick M. Heiser
Frederick M. Heiser

Mr. Heiser will be leading the session titled, “Is the Price Right?,” which will dive into current trends in jury verdicts across the country. During the interactive presentation, Heiser will explore the impact these verdicts have on accurately gauging claim exposure and crafting effective defense strategies based on the facts. He also will lead the audience in analyzing geographical considerations unique to each case.

USLAW NETWORK is an international, invitation-only organization with over 60 independent, full practice firms with more than 6,000 member attorneys. The Retail and Hospitality Practice Group brings a collective depth of experience to the retail business and hospitality environments. The law exchange is a two-day event that brings together risk, claims, litigation and in-house counsel from the retail, hospitality, and insurance industries to engage on emerging and complex legal issues.

“We are very appreciative to our friends at USLAW for putting on such a unique and special event for counsel and industry members,” said Kevin J. Gramling, Managing Shareholder of Orange County Office and former Board Member of USLAW. “Fred brings a wealth of knowledge to the retail and hospitality forum.”

Mr. Heiser is Counsel in Klinedinst’s Los Angeles and Orange County offices, and is a Member of the firm’s Business and Commercial Litigation, Commercial General Liability, and Employment Practice Groups. His clients include retailers, local entrepreneurs, small family businesses, and Fortune 500 companies.

To learn more on Mr. Heiser, click here:

https://klinedinstlaw.com/profiles/attorney/frederick-heiser

About Klinedinst

Klinedinst is the go-to firm for clients looking for litigation, trial experience, transactional representation, and legal counsel.  The firm’s offices in Los Angeles, Sacramento, San Diego, Santa Ana, and Seattle service the entire West Coast. What sets Klinedinst apart is the relationship our attorneys foster with each and every client. Klinedinst lawyers are indispensable strategic partners to business leaders, helping to achieve business objectives and create proactive solutions to resolve the many legal challenges that businesses are confronted with every day.  Whether vigorously advocating for business clients in court, or guiding business transactions and negotiations, Klinedinst is the trusted legal advisor to have by your side.

 

A disabled man is sitting in a wheelchair. He holds his hands on the wheel. Nearby are his colleagues
Klinedinst PC is proud to sponsor the Disability Rights Legal Center’s 43rd Annual FDR Dinner on September 15, 2018. DRLC’s annual award event honors businesses and individuals that have gone above and beyond in furthering disability rights and inclusion.

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – Members of Klinedinst’s Los Angeles, Santa Ana, and San Diego offices were proud to support the Disability Rights Legal Center and its 43rd Annual FDR Dinner on September 15, 2018. The event was held at 20th Century Fox Studios, and honored the efforts of leaders in the entertainment, education, civil liberties and business communities in championing disability rights.

The Disability Rights Legal Center (DRLC) is a nonprofit organization that supports the rights of people with disabilities through education, advocacy and litigation. The DRLC strives to set the standard for the enforcement of disability rights and in educating the public that “access is equality.” The organization advocates for people with physical disabilities, emotional and mental health disabilities, terminal illness, and children and students with disabilities.

Photo of Klinedinst at DRLC 2018 FDR Dinner
Klinedinst team members at the 2018 FDR Dinner, supporting the Disability Rights Legal Center. Pictured (l-r) are Rachel Fernandez, Ernest Weiss, Nancy Weiss, Susan Turvey, Whitney Groendal, Jeff Groendal, Zack Lake, Brian Friedman, Andrea Oxman, Matt DeNicola, Andrea Sitar, and Eric Carrino. (Photo credit: Lori Oxman)

“The 43rd Annual FDR Dinner is an exciting evening for the DRLC and an opportunity to create a space for the entire disability community to know that they are welcome in Southern California and across the country,” said Jordan Kough, Executive Director of DRLC. “The night is a celebration of inclusion and accessibility and DRLC’s hope that our community becomes a place where our role is diminished so people with all disabilities can feel welcome and included. Thanks to Klinedinst’s support… we continue to move the needle on this critical mission.”

To learn more about the Disability Rights Legal Center, please visit:

https://thedrlc.org

About Klinedinst

Klinedinst is the go-to firm for clients looking for litigation, trial experience, transactional representation, and legal counsel.  The firm’s offices in Los Angeles, Sacramento, San Diego, Santa Ana, and Seattle service the entire West Coast. What sets Klinedinst apart is the relationship our attorneys foster with each and every client. Klinedinst lawyers are indispensable strategic partners to business leaders, helping to achieve business objectives and create proactive solutions to resolve the many legal challenges that businesses are confronted with every day.  Whether vigorously advocating for business clients in court, or guiding business transactions and negotiations, Klinedinst is the trusted legal advisor to have by your side.