About Myself
I have practiced law in Sacramento since 1983, 20 years of that time with the civil litigation law firm of Hansen, Boyd, Culhane & Watson. Since 2003, I have practiced on my own. The focus of my practice then and now is personal injury claims and business litigation. I have considerable litigation and trial experience.
I pride myself on having thorough knowledge of the law and facts, clearly communicating with my clients on all aspects of their legal matter and obtaining the best possible result.
I take great pride in my practice and in my profession and strive to maintain the highest standards of professionalism and ethics. I am committed to maintaining and preserving our precious and unique civil justice system and am continually active in civic organizations committed to improving our community.
Specifics about my background:
Education
University of California, School of Law ( Boalt Hall), Berkeley, California, Juris Doctor, 1979
University of Southern California, Los Angeles, California, Bachelor of Science-Public Administration, 1976
Fullerton College, Fullerton, California, Associate of Arts; 1972
Bar Memberships
California (1979); District of Columbia (1980); United States District Court, Eastern District, California; United States Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit.
Languages
Spanish
Community and Civic Organizations
Present
Member, Sacramento Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
Chair, Sacramento Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Political Action Committee
Board of Directors, Greater Sacramento Certified Development Corporation
Past
Board of Directors, Sacramento Hotel Corporation
Board of Directors, Sacramento Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
Chair, CA Hispanic Chambers of Commerce, Legislative Committee and PAC Chair (1998 to 2000).
Legal Counsel, California Hispanic Chambers of Commerce (1996 to 1998).
Board of Directors, Sacramento Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (1993 to 1999).