Yoka l Smith, LLP

Yoka l Smith, LLP At Yoka | Smith our focus is representing businesses in high-exposure lawsuits in a variety of legal practice areas in throughout the United States

Join Y | S partner and ASCDC President Alice Chen Smith at CAALA Vegas on Friday morning for the defense perspective on ...
09/01/2026

Join Y | S partner and ASCDC President Alice Chen Smith at CAALA Vegas on Friday morning for the defense perspective on the Preparing and Presenting Witnesses panel.

We are excited to announce that Partner Chris Faenza has been elected to serve on the Cal-ABOTA leadership and will serv...
08/25/2026

We are excited to announce that Partner Chris Faenza has been elected to serve on the Cal-ABOTA leadership and will serve as its President in 2030!

OC office at lunch. Our Irvine office is growing! If you’re interested in working with us, contact us to apply!
08/13/2026

OC office at lunch. Our Irvine office is growing! If you’re interested in working with us, contact us to apply!

Congratulations to our Senior Attorney John Park for successfully defending a public entity client through a trial dismi...
08/12/2026

Congratulations to our Senior Attorney John Park for successfully defending a public entity client through a trial dismissal on a liability case. Great work!

Proud to celebrate 30 years with our amazing assistant Lupe Gonzalez! Thankful for her part in helping the Yoka | Smith ...
08/11/2026

Proud to celebrate 30 years with our amazing assistant Lupe Gonzalez! Thankful for her part in helping the Yoka | Smith family grow over the years.

Congratulations to Managing Partner Alice Chen Smith on her admission as a Fellow of the International Academy of Trial ...
07/28/2026

Congratulations to Managing Partner Alice Chen Smith on her admission as a Fellow of the International Academy of Trial Lawyers!

The International Academy of Trial Lawyers is one of the most prestigious organizations in the legal profession. Fellowship is by invitation only and limited to just 500 active trial lawyers from around the world who have demonstrated excellence in trial advocacy, integrity, and an unwavering commitment to justice. Alice will be formally inducted at an upcoming meeting.

Congratulations to our Managing Partner Alice Chen Smith on her elevation to Associate rank in the American Board of Tri...
07/14/2026

Congratulations to our Managing Partner Alice Chen Smith on her elevation to Associate rank in the American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA).

Since her induction into ABOTA in 2019, Alice has continued to distinguish herself through exceptional trial advocacy, unwavering professionalism, and a steadfast commitment to preserving the civil jury trial. Her elevation to Associate rank reflects not only her accomplishments in the courtroom but also her dedication to the highest standards of ethics, civility, and service to the legal profession.

Congratulations to Y | S partner, Bryan Martin, on his admission into the American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA).ABOT...
07/11/2026

Congratulations to Y | S partner, Bryan Martin, on his admission into the American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA).

ABOTA membership is one of the highest honors for trial lawyers, recognizing attorneys who have demonstrated exceptional skill, integrity, professionalism, and a steadfast commitment to preserving the right to trial by jury.

Bryan has earned this distinction through years of outstanding advocacy, meticulous preparation, and unwavering dedication to his clients. Beyond his success in the courtroom, he is a trusted colleague, mentor, and leader whose professionalism elevates everyone around him.

Congratulations, Bryan, on this well-deserved recognition.

Yoka | Smith trial team of Chris Faenza and Vivian Rivera obtained a voluntary dismissal at trial for our client on a di...
07/07/2026

Yoka | Smith trial team of Chris Faenza and Vivian Rivera obtained a voluntary dismissal at trial for our client on a disputed liability with claimed traumatic brain injury. Congratulations on a great result!

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