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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.

Raffi Zerounian

L.A. Office Recognized by Los Angeles Times

April 21, 2025

Top Law Firms In Los Angeles

It has been a busy year for the 125 largest law firms in Los Angeles County, which have navigated financial challenges, regulatory issues, an election and natural disasters. All have contributed to an ever-changing landscape where technology has taken an increased role.

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Allison Schutte

Allison Schutte Quoted in Law360 Pulse

April 9, 2025

How Mid-Law Firms Are Keeping Up With Executive Orders

At Hanson Bridgett LLP in California, Allison Schutte said some of the most intense questions have come from municipal clients, especially transit and water agencies looking to understand how grant money or procurement might be affected. Clients are also concerned about how to proceed if executive orders or new federal regulations run counter to California policy, she added.

“As attorneys, we're just really trying to understand the nuances," said Schutte, who leads the firm's government section.”

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Kristina Lawson

Kristina Lawson Quoted in Bloomberg Law

April 4, 2025

Big Law Mostly Sits Out Industry Response to Trump Orders

“It’s really very simple,” Lawson said in a statement. “Our oath as attorneys demands we defend the rule of law, protect judicial independence, and ensure all lawyers can fulfill their duties without interference or intimidation.”

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Christopher Jensen

Christopher Jensen Featured in Law360 Pulse

March 4, 2025

Bay Area Real Estate, Enviro Partner Rejoins Hanson Bridgett

“I was drawn back to Hanson Bridgett in part because of the firm’s unique mix of public and private clients... and I appreciate the firm’s values and commitment to community.”

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Andrew Giacomini

The Marin Independent Journal: Andrew Giacomini Continues to Fight Against Ranch Worker Evictions in New Suit

February 22, 2025

Lawsuit Alleges Conspiracy in Point Reyes Farmland Deal

“Our approach is to force the National Park Service to restore ranching, because if there’s ranching, the park service says we can have housing.”

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Kristina Lawson

Kristina Lawson Featured Among Women Firm Leaders in Law360 Pulse

February 19, 2025

Lessons from a Landmark Year for Women Law Firm Leaders

“Lawson said she wished [being a woman managing partner] was something that wasn’t remarkable, but with so few women managing partners, it unfortunately is. ‘There are challenges inherent to being the first at anything,’ she said.”

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Alison Wright

Alison Wright and Soohuen Ham Explain Financial Relief Options for Wildfire Victims in Bloomberg Law

February 18, 2025

Wildfire Victims May Find Financial Relief in Retirement Plans

“Participants in qualified retirement plans—certain 401(k) and 401(a) plans—and 403(b) or governmental 457(b) plans generally can take out a participant loan for $50,000 or 50% of the participant’s vested benefit, whichever is less, as long as the plan allows it.”

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Jennifer Martinez

Jenifer Martinez Guests On HR Works Podcast

February 11, 2025

HR Works Podcast: Deconstructing Equity—Leveling the Playing Field

“It starts by realizing we shouldn’t be operating from the point of fear – we know the laws that apply to the workplace. HR professionals: you’re the experts in the field. Let’s rely on that instead of being driven by fear.”

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Matthew F. Miller

Matthew Miller Discusses Move to Hanson Bridgett with Law360 Pulse

February 7, 2025

DLA Piper Business Litigator Jumps To Hanson Bridgett In SF

“It was a no-brainer. My search began and ended with Hanson Bridgett… I don’t there is another California firm of the 200-attorney size that has the full slate of business services that Hanson does.”

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Linda Klamm

Linda Klamm Quoted in Insurance Insider US Regarding the Southern California Fires

January 10, 2025

California Wildfires’ Tens of Billions in Insured Losses to Test Historic Reforms

“It's clear that navigating these challenges will take time and collaboration, but we are hopeful that together, we can rebuild and find solutions to support those in need.”

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Miles Holden

The Daily Journal Speaks with Miles Holden on the LA Wildfires

January 9, 2025

Lawyers Urge Quick Action on Wildfire Insurance Claims

“Businesses impacted by the fires should review their commercial property insurance policies for potentially available coverages, including for business interruption, and notify their insurers as soon as possible.”

“With a widespread event like this, the sooner insureds notify their insurers to start the loss adjustment process, the better.”

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Andrew Giacomini

Andrew Giacomini Interviewed for Lawsuit by The Press Democrat

December 19, 2024

Settlement That Could End Ranching in Point Reyes National Seashore Said to be Near as Farmworkers Sue to Halt Deal

“I’m confident that these settlements are going to get announced next week,” Andrew Giacomini told The Press Democrat.

“Now the money is there. The plaintiffs, I believe, already approved it. The ranchers have already approved it. So now the only issue is there’s government approval that needs to be taken by the Department of the Interior, and then somebody in the Attorney General’s office, and that's not going to take very long,”

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