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Okorie Okorocha
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About Okorie

One of a select few of Nationally Board Certified Trial Lawyers

Nationally Board Certified Lawyer held by federal and state courts to be excellent:  "Mr. Okorocha... is not only a competent attorney but quite an excellent one"

Finding of the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California in BRUNSON v. CASH, Feb. 28, 2013.

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Practice areas

Employment and laborSexual harassment
  1. Sexual harassment: 50%

  2. Employment and labor: 50%

Languages spoken

Igbo, English

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Contact

Forensic Analysis and Independent Review

THE OKOROCHA FIRM
Suite 465
Pasadena, CA, 91105

Website
https://www.californialegalteam.com/ 

      Resume

      License
      StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
      CAActive200302/03/2021
      We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
      Avvo Contributions
      Legal answers2745
      Legal guides11
      Awards
      Award nameGrantorDate granted
      Top 100 AttorneyNational Black Lawyers2021
      Top 40 Lawyers Under 40American Society of Legal Advocates2015
      Trial Lawyer of the YearThe Private Defenders of California, INC2013
      Southern California Rising StarsSouthern California Super Lawyers2013
      Nationally Board Certified in Civil Trial LawNational Board of CIVIL Trial Advocacy2013
      Rising StarSuper Lawyers Magazine2012
      Rising StarSuper Lawyers2011
      Board Certified - Criminal TrialNational Board of Legal Specialty Certification2010
      Rising StarSuper Lawyers2010
      Certified Specialist - Criminal Trial AdvocacyState Bar of California2010
      Admission to PracticeUnited States District Court2007
      Work Experience
      TitleCompany nameDuration
      CounselTHE OKOROCHA2004 - 2011
      HIPAA Privacy InvestigatorU.S. Government2003 - 2004
      Associations
      Association namePosition nameDuration
      NORML Legal CommitteeLifetime Member2010 - Present
      California Employment Lawyers AssociationAttorney Member2008 - Present
      Consumer Attorneys Association of Los AngelesMember2006 - Present
      San Francisco Trial Lawyers AssociationMember2006 - Present
      Los Angeles County Bar Association, Family Law SectionMember2005 - Present
      State Bar of CaliforniaMember2003 - Present
      Mexican American Bar AssociationBoard of Trustees2009 - 2010
      Los Angeles County Bar Association, Criminal Justice SectionAttorney Member2005 - 2011
      Publications
      Publication nameTitleDate
      Albany Law Journal of Science and TechnologyOkorocha, Okorie, “FLAWED BLOOD TESTS: The DUI Exception to Admissible Evidence” Alb. LJ Sci. & Tech, 20132014
      Journa of Practical and Clinical Law“Hospital serum blood tests versus common DUI-related whole blood tests” Journal of Practical and Clinical Law Volume 16.1 (2013)2014
      Journal of Forensic Sciences“Commentary on Jaffe, Dena H., et al. Variability in the blood/breath alcohol ratio and implications for evidentiary purposes. J Forensic Sci 2013; Epub May 17; doi: 10.1111/1556-4029.12157.2014
      Journal of Forensic Sciences“Commentary on: Vosk T, Forrest AR, Emery A, McLane LD. The measurand problem in breath alcohol testing. J Forensic Sci 2014 Feb 6. doi: 10.1111/1556-4029.12406 [Epub ahead of print].”2014
      Syracuse Science & Technology Law ReporterAlcohol Breath Testing: Is There Reasonable Doubt?2013
      The Journal of Law and Social DevianceFIELD SOBRIETY TESTS : CRIMINAL INJUSTICE2013
      Journal of Forensic Science (July 2012)Dissipation of Mouth Alcohol2012
      Education
      School nameDegreeGraduated
      University of FloridaMS - Master of Science2014
      University of Florida College of PharmacyGraduate Certificate2014
      University of Florida College of PharmacyMS - Master of Science2012
      Whittier College School of LawJD - Juris Doctor2002
      Northridge St.BA - Bachelor of Arts1999
      Speaking Engagements
      Conference nameTitleDate
      North County Bar AssociationDUI Forensics2021
      California Public Defenders Association Annual DUI SeminarScientific Evidence2019
      California Public Defenders Association Annual DUI SeminarDUI Trial Strategy2019
      California DUI Lawyers Association Annual MeetingUsing Scientific Evidence at Trial2019
      The Private Defenders of California, Inc. Annual SeminarJuror Psychology2017
      Annual Forensics SymposiumDUI Forensics2016
      Annual Seminar--The Private Defenders of California, Inc.Forensics in Court Cases2015
      John M. Langston Bar Association DUI SeminarDUI Law and Science2014
      Annual Meeting of the State Bar of CaliforniaBlood, Breath and Field Sobrietry Tests2014
      Annual SeminarDUI Forensics2013
      Monthly Meeting in Northern CaliforniaBreath and Blood Testing2012
      CDLA Southern California Monthly MeetingBreath and Blood Testing2012
      Annual ConferenceIssues in Criminal and DUI Law2012
      UCLA Pre Law FraternityCriminal and DUI Law2011
      Aspen Legal SeminarCriminal and DUI Law2011
      77th Annual ConferenceDUI Law2011
      Spike TV Legal ExpertSexual Harassment2010
      L.A DWP workers caught drinking KCBS Los Angeles NewsDUI2010
      Issues in Criminal Law and DUI CasesCriminal Law & DUI2010
      Legal cases
      Case nameOutcome
      ALBERT BRUNSON, Petitioner, v. WARDEN B M CASH, Respondent.Not Guilty of Attempted Murder

      Reviews

      (103)
      5 Star
      		96%
      4 Star
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      3 Star
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      1 Star
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      Review Okorie Okorocha

      Respectful, professional, extremely intelligent

      Posted by

      I'm so grateful to have met okorie, he is extremely intelligent and has extensive experience. He is truly one of a kind, very professional, someone I can trust very much. Highly recommend him before you go to anyone else!
      This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
      Hired attorney

      Aggressive Employment Law Attorney

      Posted by

      He takes on employmentr cases that are meritorious that others may not because of the stature of the employee. He was exrteemeley confident through the whole process and the resut was about exactly as je had predicted. Especialy knowledgable about the mediatiojn process where it is requested by the employer as in my case. I would highly recommend speaking with him about any employment law issue and he will be honest with you about the merits and prognosis of your prospective case and the best strategy to take. He was correct in my case that taking my former employer to trial because they did many illegal things was not the best for me. Getting a settlement that was vindiciation and an oportunity to move on means much more than pushing them to a jury verdict for a higher amount. You willbe pleased with his honesty aobut your prospective case and his confidence to proceed against the employer in a David v. Goliath situation as mine was,

      Review of services

      Posted by

      Okorie is an extremely Respectful and knowledgable attorney. He always kept me informed of the status of my case and made me feel as if I had someone in my corner. I would recommend him to anyone seeking legal advice. He not only handled my case quickly but allowed me to be hands on and helped guide me in making important decisions. His fees are fair and negotiable and he is willing to fight for his clients to get the best possible outcome.

      Okorie is an Outstanding attorney

      Posted by

      Okorie is an outstanding attorney who really fights for his clients and is well connected in the law community. I have recommended him already on several occasions and they were all extremely satisfied with his handling of their cases.

      Okorie Okorocha helped me get what I deserved

      Posted by

      I felt that I was wrongfully terminated and hired an attorney. Almost a year went by and I was no further along then my first meeting with him. Out of frustration, I opened up the phone book and called Okorie Okorocha. Within a day things started to happen. He filed papers, filled out forms, and kept me informed every step of the way. Every time I called him he answered the phone and listened. He always answered every question I had. Because of all of his hard work, when deposition day came, I felt very calm and confident. A deposition can be a scary thing, but not with this man by your side. He sat right next to me, like my own personal body guard, coach and mentor. It was a very comforting feeling knowing that he was on my side. Once it came time to sit across the table from the person that fired me, I felt so well prepared that I was not nervous at all. At the end of the day, I received much, much more compensation than I was hoping for and the whole process was pain free. I do not feel that anyone else would have worked harder for me or gotten me what I got. I would feel comfortable recommending Okorie Okorocha to anyone who needs legal advice.

      A great experience in an aweful situation

      Posted by

      Okorie Okorocha is a wonderful Lawyer. He was able to get me a settlement quickly and with out hassle. During the time he was working with me he was always accessible, easy to talk to, listened to me, and I felt he really had my best interest at hand. Okorie was very professional and knowledgeable about all areas involving my case and during the whole process answered all my questions and kept me up to date so that I felt comfortable in the process 100% of the time. He got me a settlement that I was happy with and in a very timely manner. I will recommend him to anyone who is in need of his services.

      Wrongful Termination due to Sexual Harassment Complaint

      Posted by

      I have never been in a lawsuit before, but Okorie has done his best to go above and beyond my expectations. He gives honest advice and stands behind your case 100%. He cares about you as a person, not just as a case.

      Great!

      Posted by

      Okorie was very informative and very comfortable to talk to. He is very into his job and does the "works" to make things happen. i highly recommend him and commend him for his services! Thank you Okorie Okorocha!

      recommendation to the fullest

      Posted by

      I was in a tight position when I called Okorie and he immediately helped me that day and started my case right after I spoke with him. He is very trustworthy and kept me informed about my legal matters the whole way through my case. He closed my case very quckly and I was fully impressed with his knowledge about my legal matter and how nice he was. Not an average lawler. I fully recommend him to anyone that reads this review.

      he worked really hard on my case

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      he really really tries and and works hard
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      Attorney endorsements

      (197)
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      Robert Miller, DUI and DWI Attorney on Apr 8, 2008
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      Mr. Okorocha is sharp and always willing to lend advice in his area of expertise. I communicate with Okorie often through an online legal community that we are both colleagues and members in, and have even seen him in court, and I often see things in a different light after reading his sharp analysis or after speaking to him. He is not only heartily endorsed, but a credit to whatever client or matter he is working on. Highest recommendation.

      Sandra Munoz, Sexual harassment Attorney on Apr 16, 2008
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      Okorie is a straight shooting, fast-thinking attorney that is well-educated and respected in his field. I would not hesitate to recommend him.

      Kenneth Hamilton

      Okorie is a leader in criminal, civil rights, and labor law. He has the experience, determination, and passion to win your case. When I have a question about how to help my clients I call Okorie. I endorse this lawyer.

      Bryce Armendariz, DUI and DWI Attorney on Sep 4, 2015
      Relationship: Worked together on matter

      I endorse this lawyer. Okorie is one of the sharpest minds on DUI defense and a great trial attorney.

      Bartley Babcock, Civil rights Attorney on Dec 21, 2014
      Relationship: Other

      I endorse this lawyer.

      Douglas Borthwick, Employment and labor Attorney on Nov 26, 2014
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse this lawyer.

      Jeffrey Rager

      I endorse this lawyer.

      Dmitriy Shakhnevich, Civil rights Attorney on Sep 28, 2014
      Relationship: Other

      I endorse this lawyer.

      Nicholas Loncar, Employment and labor Attorney on Aug 15, 2014
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      Few people possess the intelligence, knowledge, charisma and legal skill of Okorie Okorocha. He is a legendary trial attorney, knowledgable expert witness and a powerful advocate for his clients' rights and interests. I endorse this lawyer.

      Hovanes Margarian, Civil rights Attorney on Jul 7, 2014
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse this lawyer.

      John O'Brien, Civil rights Attorney on May 1, 2014
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse this lawyer. A brilliant and highly respected attorney in the legal community.

      Richard Spencer, Civil rights Attorney on Mar 31, 2014
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      Okorie always fights hard and gets the best results for his clients!

      Daniel Tam

      I endorse this lawyer. It is clear by reading the answers in the AVVO community that this lawyer is a top notch attorney who is highly respected in the legal community.

      Abraham Chaparian, DUI and DWI Attorney on Jan 25, 2014
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse this lawyer.

      Daryl Thompson, Sexual harassment Attorney on Dec 25, 2013
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse this lawyer. He comes highly recommended.

      John Phillips

      With a great track record of hundreds of published answers to consumer questions on Avvo.com and the recommendations from clients and attorneys alike, it is easy to see that attorney Okorocha is skilled and knows the law well, too. Kudos.

      James Dicks, DUI and DWI Attorney on Dec 3, 2013
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse this lawyer.An extremely motivated, honest, caring, and intelligent attorney who works hard for the clients rights. He keeps up with the law by attending law seminars on a regular basis. I wholeheartedly recommend this attorney.

      Jonathan Weinman

      I endorse this lawyer.

      Theresa Hofmeister

      excellent attorney

      Kiarash Feyzjou, Sexual harassment Attorney on Oct 6, 2013
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse this lawyer.

      Ann Gottesman, DUI and DWI Attorney on Aug 12, 2013
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I highly endorse Okorie Okorocha. He is one of the brightest, most aggressive and dedicated DUI defense attorney I have had the pleasure of knowing and learning from. Okorie is heads above most other criminal defense attorneys in his knowledge of DUI law, and the underlying science that is often misunderstood and misused to convict innocent drivers. Okorie is better than Perry Mason during cross examination, and fellow colleagues will travel to court just to see him destroy the credibility of the prosecution witnesses on the stand. As a DUI attorney and recognized DUI toxicology expert, Okorie has a unique set of skills that is rarely matched by others in his profession. He is also compassionate, and truly cares about his clients and seeking justice for them.

      M. Miller, Civil rights Attorney on Jul 17, 2013
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse this lawyer.

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