A native Californian, Todd Barsotti was born, raised and educated in the San Joaquin Valley. He graduated from the University of the Pacific in 1985 and earned his law degree from San Joaquin College of Law in 1990. He was admitted to the California State Bar in 1990 and has been practicing law in Fresno since that time.
As a trial lawyer, Todd has represented insurers, institutional clients, businesses and individuals from all walks of like. He has tried jury trials in Fresno, Madera, Merced, Stanislaus, Kings, Tulare, Kern, Ventura and San Francisco Counties. He has tried matters involving catastrophic personal injury, wrongful termination, discrimination, civil rights violations, unfair business practices, insurance bad faith, professional negligence, contract actions, construction claims and other matters.
Todd is a member of the American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA), a prestigious National organization of trial lawyers. Membership in ABOTA is by invitation and only after significant jury trial experience. To put it in perspective, Fresno County has 2,000 lawyers and approximately 45 are ABOTA members.
Todd has served as a Judge Pro Tempore in Fresno and Madera Counties. He has lectured extensively on matters involving civil litigation and employment related issues.
Todd is a former collegiate golfer for a nationally-ranked, Division 1 golf program and still competes regularly. He also enjoys fly-fishing and traveling.
Practice areas
27 years
32 years
Languages spoken
English
Todd B. Barsotti, A Prof Law Corp
6780 N West Ave Ste 102
Fresno, CA, 93711-4305
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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CA | Active | 1990 | 06/18/2022 |
Legal answers | 0 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Top 100 Trial Lawyers | National Trial Lawyers | 2017 |
BV Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2017 |
BV Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2016 |
The National Advocates - Top 100 | The National Advocates | 2016 |
Top 100 Trial Lawyers | National Trial Lawyers | 2016 |
Associate | American Board of Trial Advocates | 2013 |
Outstanding Oral Advocate | George Hopper Moot Court Competition | 1990 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Attorney | Todd B. Barsotti A Professional Law Corporation | 2014 - Present |
Judge Pro Tem | Fresno County Superior Court | 2008 - Present |
Judge Pro Tem | Madera County Superior Court | 2004 - Present |
Partner | Barsotti and Baker,LLP | 2006 - 2014 |
Partner | Emerson,Corey and Barsotti | 1997 - 2006 |
Attorney | Emerson and Yrulegui | 1990 - 1997 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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The National Advocates | Executive Committee | 2017 - Present |
The National Advocates | Top 100 | 2016 - Present |
American Board of Trial Advocates | Associate | 2013 - Present |
Association of Defense Counsel of Northern California and Nevada | Employment Committee Member | 2007 - Present |
State Bar ofCalifornia - Employment Section | 2006 - Present |
State Bar of California, Litigation Section | 2000 - Present | |
Defense Research Institute | 1992 - Present | |
Association of Defense Counsel of Northern California and Nevada | 1991 - Present | |
State Bar of California | 1990 - Present | |
Fresno County Young Lawyers Association | Board of Directors | 1992 - 1994 |
Fresno County Bar Association | Board Member | 1991 - 1994 |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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Fresno Bee | Settlement Finalized in Clovis Police lawsuit | 2013 |
Fresno Bee | Multi-million dollar overtime lawsuit | 2012 |
Fresno Bee | Concrete Pumper Personal injury lawsuit | 2007 |
Fresno Bee | Accident Killing Clovis teen | 2004 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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San Joaquin College of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 1990 |
University of the Pacific | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 1985 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Employers Roundtable | Employment Law Update | 2004 |
Employers Roundtable | Employment Law Update | 2003 |
Continuing Legal Education | How to Try Your First Trial | 1997 |
Continuing Legal Education | Taking and Defending Depositions | 1996 |
Case name | Outcome |
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Jordan v. Dillon | Jury verdict of $1.185 million dollars |
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Russell Cook, Employment and labor Attorney on Nov 30, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have mediated a number of cases wherein Todd Barsotti represented a party to the dispute. He capably and competently represented his clients in the mediations. I have also observed Todd Barsotti as a trial attorney. My observations were likewise favorable. I would recommend him to individuals in need of skilled trial counsel.
Adam Stirrup, Employment and labor Attorney on Feb 12, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Todd is a well respected litigation attorney. I endorse Todd. He is a very competent and professional lawyer.
Kara Hitchcock, Employment and labor Attorney on Feb 12, 2015
Relationship: Worked for lawyer
I was fortunate enough to have Todd as a mentor early on in my career. He's a talented lawyer, and I have immense respect for him.
Michael Ball, Litigation Attorney on Sep 5, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Todd Barsotti is a well-respected litigator in the Central Valley, a member in ABOTA, and an aggressive but professional advocate for his clients.
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