Started out my career as Asst Gen Counsel for State Bar, and have advised in excess of 200 lawyers and lawfirms on ethics matters. I am asked to speak on Ethics at CLE events at least 15 times per year.
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Family Attorney | Jan 04
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
"I had the pleasure of working with Claude on a very contentious divorce matter. While the case was difficult, he was very easy to work with. He zealously advocates for his clients but not in a manner that is unprofessional or serves only to increase fees. I hold Claude in very high regard. Also, I have heard that he is a fantastic mediator."
Family Attorney | Oct 16
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Claude is an amazing attorney and a good person. He is kind and genuinely cares about his clients. He is detail oriented and whip smart. I consider Claude a mentor. I endorse this lawyer."
Ethics and professional responsibility Attorney | Nov 02
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"Claude is a highly effective professional responsibility lawyer. He knows the ins-and-outs of the administrative system and provides his clients with top quality representation."
Lawsuits and disputes Attorney | May 24
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"I've worked with Claude on several cases. He seems to know everyone and everything. I don't know what more you could ask for in an attorney. I highly recommend him."