About Todd
Biography
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
2
Practice Areas
31 years
36 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
20%-33%
Payment Methods
- Check
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in California for 35 years
State: California
Acquired: 1990
No misconduct found
Location
Todd B. Barsotti, A Prof Law Corp
6780 N West Ave Ste 102, Fresno, CA, 93711-4305
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Todd Bernard Barsotti's Reviews
Avvo Review Score
4 Client Reviews
Todd Bernard Barsotti's Lawyer Endorsements
"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."
"Todd is a well respected litigation attorney. I endorse Todd. He is a very competent and professional 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."
"Todd Barsotti is a well-respected litigator in the Central Valley, a member in ABOTA, and an aggressive but professional advocate for his clients."
Mediation lawyer
Personal injury lawyer
Experience
Honors
2017
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2016
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
The National Advocates - Top 100, The National Advocates
2016
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2013
Associate, American Board of Trial Advocates
1990
Outstanding Oral Advocate, George Hopper Moot Court Competition
Work Experience
2014 - Present
Attorney, Todd B. Barsotti A Professional Law Corporation
2008 - Present
Judge Pro Tem, Fresno County Superior Court
2004 - Present
Judge Pro Tem, Madera County Superior Court
2006 - 2014
Partner, Barsotti and Baker,LLP
1997 - 2006
Partner, Emerson,Corey and Barsotti
1990 - 1997
Attorney, Emerson and Yrulegui
Associations
2017 - Present
The National AdvocatesExecutive Committee
2016 - Present
The National AdvocatesTop 100
2013 - Present
American Board of Trial AdvocatesAssociate
2007 - Present
Association of Defense Counsel of Northern California and NevadaEmployment Committee Member
2006 - Present
State Bar ofCalifornia - Employment Section
2000 - Present
State Bar of California, Litigation Section
1992 - Present
Defense Research Institute
1991 - Present
Association of Defense Counsel of Northern California and Nevada
1990 - Present
State Bar of California
1992 - 1994
Fresno County Young Lawyers AssociationBoard of Directors
1991 - 1994
Fresno County Bar AssociationBoard Member
Sample of Legal Cases
Jury verdict of $1.185 million dollars
Education
1990
JD - Juris Doctor
1985
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2004
Employment Law Update
2003
Employment Law Update
1997
How to Try Your First Trial
1996
Taking and Defending Depositions
Publications
2013
2012
2007
2004
Languages
English