Hanson Bridgett In the News
Our attorneys are frequently sought after by the media for their perspectives on critical legal issues. This page highlights press quotes and interviews that showcase our commitment to thought leadership, industry insight, and advocacy on behalf of our clients and the broader community.
Alfonso Estrada Quoted in CEB Article
March 23, 2026
California Legislator Introduces Bill To Prohibit Trump-Era ICE
Agents From Employment as Educators and Peace Officers
“Alfonso Estrada is a Los Angeles-based partner at Hanson Bridgett who represents both public and private sector employers, and has extensive experience in labor and employment law.
Estrada said that from a legal perspective, he anticipates the bill ‘will be challenged in every which way possible’, noting that the current bill provides no exceptions to the disqualification.”
Gregory Reed Quoted in The Washington Post
March 16, 2026
Trump’s Cancellation of Licenses for Immigrant Truckers Takes Effect
“’I have not heard any concerns about labor shortages or significant disruption to the supply chain or transportation industry, but this change will be reflected in the cost of doing business,’ said Gregory Reed, a transportation attorney who specializes in regulatory issues.”
CDEIO Jennifer Martinez Quoted in The American Lawyer
February 13, 2026
‘A Big Gut Punch’: Law Firm Diversity Leaders React to Mansfield Hitting Pause
“Mansfield wouldn’t lose its funding if we had more firms that were willing to sort of hold the line,” Jennifer Martinez said. “I see Mansfield having to step back as a symptom, rather than the root cause of the issue that we’re facing in the current times.”
Christopher Karachale Quoted in The New York Times
February 14, 2026
Who Wants to Be a Millionaire? California Billionaires.
“Billionaires would also have to state how much they owe under the new tax, based on their own appraisals of their taxable wealth at that time. Precisely determining net worth can be difficult, though, especially for affluent residents who derive wealth from assets that are not publicly-traded stocks or other easily-priced holdings.
‘You get 15 valuation specialists in a room and say ‘Value this company,’ you’re going to say 15 different numbers, I guarantee that,’ said Christopher Karachale, a San Francisco tax lawyer.”