I founded The Bernard Law Firm after working for large law firms for 18 years and prosecuting criminal cases for 4 years. I was also an adjunct professor at UC Hastings and USC, which are top-tier law schools in the country. I wanted to create a law firm that provided greater legal services to my clients, and I wanted to create a law firm that allowed for constant and personal communications with my clients. More importantly, I created The Bernard Law Firm to provide my clients with tough advocacy and to protect employee rights from employer violations of California and federal laws. My background and experience as a tough litigator has proven to obtain the best results for my clients.
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Acquired: 1998
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501 W. Broadway, Suite 800, San Diego, CA, 92101-5050
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Posted by anonymous | December 23, 2019 | Hired Attorney
Chad is the best in the business.
Chad is an amazing lawyer. He is honest, trustworthy and makes you feel like your case is the only one he is working on. From the consult I knew I’d be in good hands and he understood my case, my position and had a game plan before I left the first day. He willingly answered all my questions and made...
Posted by Randall | December 19, 2019 | Hired Attorney
Priceless
If I had to describe Mr. Bernard. I would call him a prefect Marine. He has honour, courage, commitment and most important, integrity to his clients. You can't ask for more than that when you need someone to represent and/or back you in a time of need. Thank you Chad for always being dependable. ...
"Chad is an aggressive, smart, and talented lawyer. His many years of defense experience have provided him unique insight into the common strategies employed by defendants. Highly recommend him for anyone looking for an experienced advocate."
"I went against Chad on a matter. I thought he did a great job representing his client. He was smart, personable, and ethical. I’ve enjoyed getting to know him in the years since the matter was finished, which is a rarity, and a true testament to Chad."
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2009
Association of Legal Administrators, Award of Excellence
1997
Deans List, McGeorge School of Law
1997
High Honors, McGeorge School of Law
1996
Deans List, McGeorge Schoold of Law
1995
Deans List, McGeorge School of Law
2019 - Present
Principal, The Bernard Law Firm PC
2004 - 2019
Partner, Jackson Lewis PC
2004 - 2007
Adjunct Professor, University Of Southern California School Of Law
2002 - 2004
Attorney, Fleming & Phillips, LLC
2000 - 2004
Adjunct Professor, University Of California Hastings School Of Law
2000 - 2002
Attorney, Steefel Levitt & Weiss
1997 - 2000
Deputy District Attorney, Alameda County District Attorney's Office
2013 - Present
San Diego Bar AssociationMember
2004 - Present
Los Angeles County Bar AssociationMember
1997 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaMember
2009 - 2013
Tournament of RosesMember
2009 - 2013
Sierra Madre FoundationBoard of Directors
2007 - 2012
Sierra Madre Little LeagueBoard of Directors
2000 - 2004
San Francisco Bar AssociationMember
Settlement
Settlement
Settlement
1997
JD - Juris Doctor
1993
BS - Bachelor of Science
2017
Employment Law Trends
2017
Class Action Updates
2016
Class Action Updates
2015
Employment Law Updates
2017
2008
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