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Litigation
From Weintraub’s inception and through its growth, litigation has been a foundational strength of the Firm and an important part of how we help our clients. Litigation is the Firm’s largest group with more than 40 litigation attorneys practicing across our five California locations, which allows us to provide both local knowledge and statewide resources. The Weintraub Litigation team is made up of tested and successful trial lawyers who vigorously defend their clients in local, state, and federal proceedings.
Our attorneys handle complex litigation for companies, privately-held and family businesses, and individuals across California and nationwide. Complex business litigation can involve highly specialized areas of dispute, and our litigators include attorneys experienced in employment, corporate, intellectual property, real estate, construction, public bid disputes, breach of contract, fraud, interference with contracts, anti-trust and unfair completion, false advertising, and trade secret litigation, among others.
The Weintraub Litigation practice group includes litigation attorneys with decades of trial experience representing clients doing business in a wide range of industries. Our representation extends beyond trial to all aspects of civil writs and appeals in both state and federal court. Our attorneys, including an Appellate Law Specialist certified by the California Board of Legal Specializations, have experience in writs, post-trial motions, interlocutory, and direct appeals.
We work with our clients to craft a legal strategy for the best possible outcome, and at times that strategy may be to pursue an alternative dispute resolution (ADR) mechanism. We represent clients in arbitrations and mediations as well as judicial review.
Our goal is to determine how each particular matter fits into our clients’ overall business plans. Our services are tailored to be efficient, practical, and creative. The ultimate objective is to reach an early resolution of the matter with the most cost-effective result.
On November 13th, Brendan J. Begley presented Don’t Get SLAPPed in Family Court: Spotting and Managing SLAPP Issues in Family-Law Cases for the Beverly Hills Bar Association’s family law section. Brendan is an Appellate Law Specialist certified by the State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization. The virtual presentation enabled attendees…
On Wednesday, September 24th, Weintraub *Certified Appellate Law Specialist Brendan J. Begley presented on Anti-SLAPP law for the Beverly Hills Bar Association. This program helped attendees identify and effectively respond to SLAPP tactics used against your clients in civil litigation, while also offering practical guidance on avoiding claims that may…
On February 20th, Brendan J. Begley presented Don’t Get SLAPPed Around in Family Court! How to Recognize and Handle SLAPP Issues in Family-Law Cases for the Association of Certified Family Law Specialists (ACFLS.) Brendan is an Appellate Law Specialist certified by the State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization.…
On October 17th and 18th, The Bar Association of San Francisco’s Barristers Club Diversity and Inclusion Committee presented the Diversity Conference 2024. The 2024 Diversity Conference theme was “Defending Democracy.” The conference included five sessions over two days and sought to deepen awareness and engagement around racial equity and inclusion efforts…
Weintraub attorney Jacqueline M. Simonovich is a featured presenter in the Practising Law Institute’s (PLI) Civility Series, an on-demand video CLE program focusing on the intersection of civility and bias and how incivility can relate to certain rules of professional conduct. This program will teach participants how to: Explore best practices for…
On Thursday, June 6th, Weintraub attorney Jacqueline M. Simonovich presents, “Everyone’s a Little Uncivil (And Biased Too)” with the Beverly Hills Bar Association and the Bar Association of San Francisco. Joining Jacqueline will be panelists Kevin Benedicto, Police Commissioner SF Police Department, Sydney Allen, Sr Managing Associate at Benesh Law,…
On Wednesday, May 29th, Weintraub attorneys will participate in a panel from the Barristers’ Club of San Francisco Bar Association’s (BASF) Pathways to Partnership Series. This second of two presentations, “Transitioning from Junior to Senior Partner,” will focus the panel discussion on the journey from junior to senior partner and the…
On Tuesday, April 9th, Weintraub attorneys will participate in a panel from the Barristers’ Club of San Francisco Bar Association’s (BASF) Pathways to Partnership Series. Part 1 of 2, “Transitioning from Senior Associate to Junior Partner,” will focus the panel discussion on the journey from associate to junior partner and…
On July 12, 2023, The Bar Association of San Francisco hosted a seminar titled Interviewing Tips from Underrepresented & 1st Gen Attorneys. Weintraub attorney Jacqueline M. Simonovich moderated the event, which covered the following topics: How to Prepare for a legal interview (i.e., research, resume, and interview strategies) What Law…
Weintraub Senior Attorney Jessica Corpuz will be presenting on October 20th for the 15th Annual Superior Court Boot Camp — Program II: The Nuts and Bolts of Your Trial. Summary:This two-part, dynamic, and information-packed online course will cover the full spectrum of litigating in California State Court. The first part…
Weintraub attorneys Carlena Tapella and Kelly Dankbar will be speaking on the topic of “Recovery of Attorneys’ Fees” at the 2019 Probate Litigation Boot Camp sponsored by the Sacramento County Bar Association. Event: 2019 Probate Litigation Boot CampWhen: Tuesday, September 17, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PMWhere: Sacramento County Bar Association,…
In an article for The Daily Journal, Brendan J. Begley discusses how California’s anti-SLAPP statute (Code Civ. Proc. § 425.16) has evolved from being focused on defamation and media-related claims to impacting nearly every area of civil litigation — including employment, family law, probate, contracts, real estate, and arbitration. Its…
Weintraub Tobin is pleased to welcome Jessica G. Flores as an associate in the Firm’s Litigation practice group. Based in Sacramento, Jessica represents clients in a broad range of commercial disputes. She brings a wealth of experience to Weintraub, having represented clients in all stages of pre-litigation and litigation, construction, business, professional negligence, personal…
Weintraub attorney Ruby Bitzer has joined the Court Appointed Special Advocates’ (CASA) External Relations Committee, where she will help promote CASA Sacramento’s mission and expand community connections. CASA is a non-profit organization that is dedicated to recruiting, training, and supporting Court Appointed Special Advocates who serve Sacramento County’s foster children.…
Weintraub Tobin was proud to support Habitat for Humanity’s 2025 Hard Hats and High Heels Gala, celebrating Habitat of Greater Sacramento’s 40th Anniversary. The event surpassed its $500,000 goal, raising over $575,000 to help build homes, communities, and hope for the next 40 years. Weintraub attorneys Dan Steinberg, Jessica Robison,…
Weintraub Tobin is pleased to welcome Annie R. Marcroft as an associate in the Firm’s Litigation practice group, where she combines critical thinking and creativity to achieve results that matter most to her clients. Annie represents individuals and businesses in a wide range of general and complex business disputes, including…
Weintraub Tobin is proud to share that 46 of the Firm’s attorneys have been honored in the 2026 editions of The Best Lawyers in America® and Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America™ (up from 41 attorneys last year). Of the 46 attorneys recognized, 11 have been recognized as Ones…
Weintraub Tobin hosted its internal mock trial on June 27, 2025. Designed to help associates refine their courtroom skills while under the expert supervision of more senior attorneys, the mock trial included key elements of real litigation. Over 30 participants joined from across all offices and ranks, including shareholders, associates,…
Weintraub Tobin is honored to announce that 47 of the Firm’s attorneys have been recognized in the 2025 Northern California Super Lawyers® and Rising Star lists, an annual review recognizing outstanding attorneys in the region. The selection process includes peer nominations, independent research to evaluate candidates, and peer reviews.…
Weintraub Tobin is pleased to welcome Jillian Harvey as a litigation associate. With a broad range of experience across all stages of litigation, Jillian represents clients in a variety of civil disputes, including cases arising out of professional negligence, general negligence, breach of contract, statutory claims, toxic tort, and general…
Weintraub Tobin is pleased to announce three new practice group leaders. Jessica Corpuz will now serve as the practice group leader for Litigation, Shauna Correia will serve as practice group leader for Labor & Employment, and David Creeggan will serve as practice group leader for Real Estate. “Having Jessica, Shauna, and David step…
Weintraub attorneys Ruby Bitzer and Devinn Martin have been named to the board of the Sacramento County Bar Association’s (SCBA) Real Property Section. Ruby will serve as the section President / Chair, while Devinn will serve as the section Treasurer. Ruby is an associate in the Firm’s Real Estate and…
In a Nov. 12th article for Yoga Journal, Weintraub attorney Jacqueline M. Simonovich shares good practices to help minimize exposure to potential liability for yoga teachers offering hands-on alignment suggestions with students who have consented to receiving them. Jacqueline explains the potential risks that come with physically adjusting a student’s posture.…
In an article for the Vol. 3, 2024 edition of Sacramento Lawyer Magazine, Weintraub attorney Carly M. Moran writes about the Barristers’ Club of Sacramento’s 29th Annual Summer Associates Reception, which took place on July 25th. The annual event aims to celebrate the achievements of the club’s Diversity Fellowship Program…
In a recent en banc decision, the Federal Circuit Court of Appeals has overruled its prior test for nonobviousness of design patent inventions, holding that design patents are subject to the same test as utility patents. LKQ Corporation v. GM Global Technology Operations (Federal Circuit, May 21, 224). The prior…
On May 10, 2024, the Ninth Circuit decided Yuriria Diaz v. Macys West Stores, Inc. In that case, Diaz brought California Private Attorneys General Act (“PAGA”) claims against her former employer. The district court compelled both Plaintiff’s individual and non-individual PAGA claims to arbitration, reasoning that the arbitration agreement’s broad…
In a January 31st article for The Daily Journal, Weintraub attorney Jacqueline M. Simonovich writes about California’s new civility MCLE requirement. While civility training can focus on the “link between civility and bias,” it can also focus on broader forms of incivility. Jacqueline suggests that education on bias-based incivility should…
As the State of California looks to plug a massive hole in its budget, the regulated community can expect agencies with the authority to generate revenue by imposing civil penalties to become even more active. Those sued for the first time by agencies seeking to recover civil penalties sometimes assume…
The State of California filed an appeal last week to challenge a federal court’s order barring California from enforcing a new state law that would curtail workplace arbitration agreements. Unless the State takes some additional action, the lower court’s ban on enforcement of the new law, AB 51, will remain…
In 2015, world-renowned boxers Manny Pacquiao and Floyd Mayweather, Jr. faced off in what was promoted as the “Fight of the Century.” After twelve largely uneventful rounds, the fighters and fans walked away without much fanfare—no knockout, no technical knockout, just a scorecard victory for Mayweather. Leading up to the…
In Catalina Island Yacht Club v. Superior Court (2015) 242 Cal.App.4th 1116, the California Court of Appeal (Fourth District, Division Three), squarely addressed the question: “May a trial court find a waiver of the attorney-client privilege and work product doctrine when the objecting party submits an inadequate privilege log that…
The Ninth Circuit recently asked the California Supreme Court to provide it with guidance concerning certain types of non-compete provisions that could have huge ramifications for California’s business environment. In essence, the Ninth Circuit asked the California Supreme Court whether section 16600 of the California Business and Professions Code bars…
California recently passed the California Consumer Privacy Act of 2018, described by Former Gov. Jerry Brown as a “historic step” for California consumers, “giving them control over their personal data.” He claimed that the law “forges a path forward to lead the nation once again on privacy and consumer protection…
