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Biography
MELINDA GUZMAN is Chief Executive Officer of Melinda Guzman, Professional Corporation, an AV rated law firm focused on representing private and nonprofit corporations, foundations, venture and equity capital firms, insurance carriers, and other business interests. Highly regarded in her industry and as a public servant for over two decades, she is a proven litigator, an effective business negotiator and work-out counsel, and as a mediator with expertise in finance, governance, employment, higher education and business. She is highly regarded for her work on governance issues and she is a noted speaker and trainer on the fiduciary duties of officers and directors of boards of directors.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Business
30%
Employment and Labor
20%
Mediation
20%
Commercial Real Estate
15%
Fees and Rates
Awards
Licenses
Licensed in District of Columbia for 20 years
State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 2005
No misconduct found
Licensed in California for 37 years
State: California
Acquired: 1988
No misconduct found
Location
Melinda Guzman Professional Corp
455 University Avenue Suite 330, Sacramento, CA, 95825
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Posted by anonymous | August 07, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Business
Hire Melinda Guzman
I have worked with Melinda for over two decades and know her to be a leader in everything she does. As our company attorney she is knowledgeable and astute in providing guidance. She is a formidable opponent and she has never let us down. Our company continues to thrive due to her continued guidan...
Posted by anonymous | January 09, 2017
The Very Best
Exceptional seasoned attorney. Attentive. Dedicated. You will not go wrong with Ms. Guzman.
Posted by anonymous | January 08, 2017
Exceptional Representation.
You will not be disappointed.
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Experience
Honors
2017
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
America's Most Honored Professionals, America's Most Honored
2015
AV Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
Ohtli Award - Highest Civilian Recognition, Mexican Government
2014
"Makers: Women Who Make America", KVIE PBS
2011
Latino Who's Who, Latino American Who's Who
2008
National Latina Leaders Award, Latino Leaders Magazine
2005
Business Woman of the Year, Sacramento Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
2004
Top 100 Hispanics, Hispanic Business Magazine
1999
Top 40 Under 40, Sacramento Business Journal
1998
Luminary Award, National Association of Women Business Owners
1994
Young Alumna of the Year, University of California Davis
Work Experience
2009 - Present
CEO/Managing Attorney, Melinda Guzman Professional Corporation
1999 - 2009
Partner, Goldsberry Freeman & Guzman
1997 - 2001
Adjunct Faculty, University of California Davis
1995 - 1998
Judge Pro Tem, Sacramento County Superior Court
1990 - 1995
Adjunct Faculty, University of Northern California
1988 - 1998
Partner, Diepenbrock Wulff Plant & Hannegan, LLP
Associations
2015 - Present
Vanir Construction ManagementDirector
2011 - Present
Department of InsuranceInsurance Diversity Task Force Chair/Director
2007 - Present
Federal Home Loan Bank of San FranciscoVice Chair/Director
2006 - Present
National Association of Corporate DirectorsMember and Board Fellow
2004 - 2012
California State UniversityBoard of Trustees
2004 - 2012
California Post Secondary Education CommissionCommissioner
2004 - 2005
Pac West TelecommDirector
2003 - 2004
California Community CollegesBoard of Governors
1992 - 1994
American Inns of CourtMember
1992 - 1994
State Bar of CaliforniaExecutive Committee, Law Practice Management Section
1988 - 1993
Women Lawyers of SacramentoDirector
1988 - 1993
La Raza Lawyers of SacramentoDirector
Sample of Legal Cases
In the Matter of Linda Katehi
Successful in refuting violations of nepotism, financial mismangement and other causes
In re Miguel Sanchez
Successfully resolved insurance claim and victims' rights
Quiambao v. Amtrak
Defense verdict - Motion for Nonsuit
Education
1988
University of California at Davis School of Law
Juris Doctor
1985
University of California - Davis
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2014
National Association of Corporate Directors
Board Compensation
2010
US Hispanic Chamber National Training
Non Profit Board Governance
2004
CHCC Annual Conventions
Non Profit Board Governance
1999
State Bar of California, Continuing Education of the Bar (CEB) Governing Committee
Meta Tags
Publications
2003
California Hispanic Chambers of Commerce
Non Profit Board Manual, A Governance Guide for Chambers of Commerce
1999
California Continuing Education of the Bar (CEB)
Meta Tags: Trademark’s Game of Hide and Seek
1995
California Continuing Education of the Bar (CEB)
Responding to a Complaint or Cross Complaint: Evaluation Your Options, CEB Action Guide
1994
California Continuing Education of the Bar (CEB)
Laying A Foundation to Introduce Evidence CEB Action Guide
1994
The Hispanic Bulletin
Records Management: Practical Tips and the Law
1993
California Continuing Education of the Bar (CEB)
Chapter 12, Documentary, Demonstrative, and Real Evidence Civil Procedure During Trial, 3rd Edition
Languages
English
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers
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Q&A
Is it considered fraud to marry someone terminally ill In order to inherit this persons house?
06 Jan 2017
Q&A
Can you file bankruptcy on credit cards and not include your spouse
03 Jan 2017