Irvine

David Martin is a labor and employment attorney who specializes in litigation. Before starting his own firm, he was a labor and employment partner at Lewis Brisbois Bisgaard & Smith, LLP. He has extensive experience in first-chair trials and arbitrations and has successfully obtained dismissal through motions for summary judgment in state court, federal court, and arbitration. He has also successfully convinced opposing counsel to have their clients voluntarily dismiss their claims with prejudice after outlining the obstacles to recovery. Mr. Martin helps employers and businesses defend against wrongful termination, harassment, and discrimination claims, and has significant experience representing clients in class action and representative actions, including wage and hour, PAGA, and FCRA cases. In addition, he advises businesses on how to avoid litigation by providing day-to-day guidance on human resources issues. He is a former Governing Board Member of the Irvine Valley College Foundation and has served as the Co-Chair of Astounding Inventions. A man of many interests, he enjoys traveling, snorkeling, skiing, competing in triathlons, and coaching soccer. He is happily married and the proud father of two sons. Read more...

Extensive experience in federal court has made Diane Bass an expert at defending clients at the federal level. If you are under investigation by a federal agency like the FBI, DEA, ICE, IRS, or ATF, then you need to reach out to Ms. Bass as soon as possible. Whether you’re facing charges for healthcare fraud, federal fraud, wire fraud, or any other kind of federal criminal charge, you need to know that your attorney is well-versed in this legal arena. Another area where you want to be represented by a well-educated and experienced attorney is when dealing with domestic violence, drug crimes, or sex crimes. There are many different forms of a sex crime, ranging from indecent exposure to sexual assault and rape. Each of these will bring decidedly negative consequences should you be found guilty, consequences that can impact your life far after you’ve served your sentence and paid your fines. It is never a good idea to take charges lightly and you shouldn’t trust any attorney that tries to tell you your charges are fine. Read more...