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• Jesstine Guzman Joins Andrade Gonzalez >

    Andrade Gonzalez LLP is excited to welcome Jesstine Guzman as the newest addition to the team. She received her Juris Doctor from UCLA School of Law and her Bachelor of Arts from University of California, Los Angeles. As an associate, Ms. Guzman will focus on policyholder rights to coverage under commercial insurance policies for… Continue reading Jesstine Guzman Joins Andrade Gonzalez

• Valorie Ferrouillet Joins Andrade Gonzalez as Senior Counsel >

    Andrade Gonzalez is thrilled to announce the addition of Valorie Ferrouillet. She joins the team as Senior Counsel, specializing in all aspects of employment law. Valorie offers broad expertise across a broad spectrum of workplace matters, including compliance, wage and hour laws, class actions, and litigation. Sean Andrade, Founding Partner, stated, “We are excited… Continue reading Valorie Ferrouillet Joins Andrade Gonzalez as Senior Counsel

• Blanca P. Chavez Rejoins Andrade Gonzalez >

    The firm is excited to welcome back Blanca P. Chavez to the team. As an associate, Ms. Chavez handles a wide range of matters, including catastrophic personal injury and mass tort cases, commercial business and insurance coverage disputes, and employment litigation. Sean Andrade, Founding Partner, stated, “We are thrilled to welcome Blanca back to… Continue reading Blanca P. Chavez Rejoins Andrade Gonzalez

• Julia G. Chamale Joins Andrade Gonzales >

    Andrade Gonzalez LLP is thrilled to announce that Julia G. Chamale will be joining the firm as an associate. Ms. Chamale will focus her practice on personal injury cases and insurance coverage disputes. As an associate, Ms. Chamale guides clients through all stages of litigation, including pre-litigation, mediations, and jury trials. Founding Partner, Sean… Continue reading Julia G. Chamale Joins Andrade Gonzales

• Insurance Claims Resources for Los Angeles Wildfires >

  As our community faces challenges with the ongoing wildfires, our hearts are with everyone affected. From those impacted in our Firm to our neighbors, friends, and colleagues . . . you are in our thoughts. While we are relieved to hear that so many are safe, we understand the uncertainty and hardship that continues for… Continue reading Insurance Claims Resources for Los Angeles Wildfires

• Sean Andrade Shares Critical Insurance Advice for Southern California Fire Victims with Business Insider >

  Drawing from the firm’s extensive experience in insurance recovery, Managing Partner Sean Andrade spoke with Business Insider about essential insurance guidance for Southern California wildfire victims. Key guidance includes making claims immediately, requesting your entire policy so you can understand your coverage, benefits, and limits, documenting your current living expenses, and creating detailed personal property… Continue reading Sean Andrade Shares Critical Insurance Advice for Southern California Fire Victims with Business Insider

• Sean Andrade Discusses Justin Baldoni’s Libel Case Against The New York Times >

    Sean Andrade, founding and managing partner of Andrade Gonzalez LLP, recently shared his insights with Business Insider regarding actor Justin Baldoni’s libel lawsuit against The New York Times, stemming from the paper’s December 21 article about sexual harassment allegations made by actress Blake Lively. Andrade explained to Business Insider the legal protections news organizations… Continue reading Sean Andrade Discusses Justin Baldoni’s Libel Case Against The New York Times

• Introducing AG Insider Newsletter >

  After 11 years, we are thrilled to share our recent expansion and move to a dynamic new workspace in the Arts District! Your support has been instrumental to our continued success. Thank you for being part of our journey! Take a look at some of our recent accomplishments, community involvements, and new faces at the… Continue reading Introducing AG Insider Newsletter

• Renowned Los Angeles Artist Creates Custom Mural for Andrade Gonzalez LLP’s New Arts District Office >

    Andrade Gonzalez LLP is proud to have commissioned renowned contemporary artist, Miguel Osuna, to create a mural outside the firm’s new office building in the LA Arts District. This collaboration is more than beautifying our offices; it is an investment that embodies our firm’s deep-rooted commitment to the community and dedication to revitalizing DTLA’s… Continue reading Renowned Los Angeles Artist Creates Custom Mural for Andrade Gonzalez LLP’s New Arts District Office

• Neil Pakrashi Joins Andrade Gonzalez >

    Andrade Gonzalez is excited to announce that Neil Pakrashi will be joining the team. Mr. Pakrashi will leverage his extensive litigation experience to support clients across a broad spectrum of matters, including complex commercial litigation and mass tort cases. Prior to joining Andrade Gonzalez, Mr. Pakrashi spent nearly a decade at DLA Piper LLP,… Continue reading Neil Pakrashi Joins Andrade Gonzalez

• Andrade Gonzalez Ranked Tier 1 Commercial Litigation Firm by Best Lawyers® >

  Andrade Gonzalez is proud to have been recognized by Best Lawyers® in the 2025 edition of “Best Law Firms” as a top-tier commercial litigation firm in the Los Angeles metropolitan area. “Best Law Firms” rankings are based on a rigorous evaluation process that includes the collection of client and lawyer evaluations and peer reviews from leading attorneys… Continue reading Andrade Gonzalez Ranked Tier 1 Commercial Litigation Firm by Best Lawyers®

• Sean Andrade was a Featured Speaker on an Employment Law Panel at CMCP’s Annual Business Conference >

  Founding Partner Sean Andrade was recently a featured speaker on the California Minority Counsel Program’s employment law panel as part of their annual business conference on September 12, 2024. On the panel, Mapping (or Maneuvering) the Maze: Navigating California Employment Law Changes in 2024, Sean shared his legal expertise on workplace harassment, Pregnant Workers Fairness,… Continue reading Sean Andrade was a Featured Speaker on an Employment Law Panel at CMCP’s Annual Business Conference

• Nneka A. Mbadugha Joins Andrade Gonzalez LLP as an Associate >

    Andrade Gonzalez is thrilled to announce that Nneka A. Mbadugha will be joining the team as an associate. Ms. Mbadugha will focus on insurance coverage disputes, product liability, and contractual disputes. Prior to joining us, she worked as a litigation associate representing major insurance companies and policyholders. Sean Andrade, Founding Partner, stated, “We are… Continue reading Nneka A. Mbadugha Joins Andrade Gonzalez LLP as an Associate

• SEAN ANDRADE AND HENRY GONZALEZ NAMED TO 2025 EDITION OF “THE BEST LAWYERS IN AMERICA”; TJ FINLEY AND KATERINA KARAMOUSALIDOU NAMED “ONES TO WATCH” >

  The firm is pleased to announce that Sean Andrade and Henry Gonzalez have been named to the 2025 edition of “The Best Lawyers in America,” one of the oldest and most respected guides to the legal profession. Sean and Henry were both selected for their work in the practice area of Commercial Litigation. Selections for… Continue reading SEAN ANDRADE AND HENRY GONZALEZ NAMED TO 2025 EDITION OF “THE BEST LAWYERS IN AMERICA”; TJ FINLEY AND KATERINA KARAMOUSALIDOU NAMED “ONES TO WATCH”

• Andrade Gonzalez LLP, Sean Andrade Recognized in Prestigious Chambers USA 2024 Guide >

  The firm is pleased to announce that the prestigious legal ranking guide Chambers USA has recognized Andrade Gonzalez LLP as one of the top law firms in the country in the “Insurance: Policyholder” category. Additionally, Sean received an individual ranking in the “Insurance: Policyholder” category, recognizing his status as a leading litigator in this practice area. Each year,… Continue reading Andrade Gonzalez LLP, Sean Andrade Recognized in Prestigious Chambers USA 2024 Guide

• Sean Andrade Discusses Key Factors for Choosing a Civil Rights Law Program with U.S. News & World Report >

  Sean Andrade, founder and managing partner of Andrade Gonzalez LLP, recently spoke to U.S. News & World Report about the criteria that aspiring civil rights lawyers should look out for when researching law schools. Sean explains that it is crucial to determine whether a law school “has strong faculty, clinical programs for students, public interest… Continue reading Sean Andrade Discusses Key Factors for Choosing a Civil Rights Law Program with U.S. News & World Report

• We are hiring! Andrade Gonzalez seeks Senior to Mid-Level Litigation Associate >

  Senior to Mid-Level Litigation Associate We are hiring a senior to mid-level litigation associate, someone smart, hard-working, and a quick learner. We prefer big firm training and experience in complex, commercial litigation. Experience with insurance coverage/bad faith issues is a major plus. If you are interested in playing a bigger role and taking on more… Continue reading We are hiring! Andrade Gonzalez seeks Senior to Mid-Level Litigation Associate

• THREE ANDRADE GONZALEZ ATTORNEYS NAMED TO 2024 SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA “SUPER LAWYERS” LIST >

  The firm is pleased to announce that Sean Andrade, Henry Gonzalez, and Stephen Masterson have been selected for inclusion on Thomson Reuters’ Southern California “Super Lawyers” list for 2024. The attorneys were recognized for their work in the following categories: Sean Andrade – Business Litigation, Insurance Coverage, Employment Litigation: Defense, Class Action/Mass Torts: Plaintiff Henry… Continue reading THREE ANDRADE GONZALEZ ATTORNEYS NAMED TO 2024 SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA “SUPER LAWYERS” LIST

• Sean Andrade Featured in SF GATE Article on Employment Drug Testing >

  Sean Andrade was recently quoted in the SF GATE article, “Major change to employment drug testing just came to California,” which reported that as of January 1, 2024, “it’s illegal for most California employers to discriminate against cannabis users or even ask about past cannabis use on job applications.” Sean told SF GATE that while… Continue reading Sean Andrade Featured in SF GATE Article on Employment Drug Testing

• Maite Colón Joins Andrade Gonzalez As Senior Counsel >

  Andrade Gonzalez is thrilled to announce the addition of Senior Counsel Maite Colón to our team. Ms. Colón will focus on complex commercial litigation, including business, employment, and insurance coverage disputes. Prior to joining us, she excelled in consumer protection and International Energy, Infrastructure, and Project Finance. Her arrival greatly strengthens our commitment to securing… Continue reading Maite Colón Joins Andrade Gonzalez As Senior Counsel