Callahan & Blaine

12/20/2022

The Callahan & Blaine family were celebrating Christmas 2022 together. A successful year with new Managing Partner, Edward Susolik and Firm Director, Laurali Kobal. Happy Holidays to all!

09/22/2022

Congratulations to our own David J Darnell on his team's impressive and well-deserved win. Read the press release here: https://www.law.com/legalnewswire/post-detail/riverside-jury-awards-1366868-including-200000-in-punitive-damages-against-former-employee-who-stole-trade-secrets-to-set-up-turn-key-copycat-business/

08/24/2022

Callahan and Blaine celebrates another awesome summer at crystal cove state beach! Team bonding combined with hard work always builds success!

07/10/2022

Callahan & Blaine's Michael J. Sachs, Gaurav Reddy and Bryan Oberle Secure Over $1 Million Arbitration Award - Callahan & Blaine

Congratulations to Callahan & Blaine Attorneys Michael J. Sachs, Gaurav Reddy, Bryan Oberle, and Paralegal Tyler Reed on their recent +$1 million arbitration award on behalf of their client!

In July 2022, Callahan & Blaine secured a +$1 million arbitration award on behalf of its client, an executive and minority owner in two cannabis ventures.

05/27/2022

Congratulations to our Employee of the Month - our secretary Carina Gallardo - always helping out others with a smile! A true team player!

04/29/2022

Callahan & Blaine is proud to celebrate the May - Trial Secretary, Elena Richards! Elena is a superstar at navigating the way through complex trial preparation and is a dedicated team member of Callahan & Blaine.

04/04/2022

Congratulations to our stellar paralegal Debora Halbert for earning Employee of the Month for April 2022! Debora has been working diligently alongside team members for the successful outcome and multiple victories for satisfied clients! Great job Deb!

03/23/2022

She is our rock at Callahan & Blaine. Happy birthday to Laurali Kellas Kobal, CLM! We appreciate all you do.

03/17/2022

It's always a special day for us here at Callahan & Blaine. from our team, to you!

03/11/2022

Our incredible team won a jury trial on behalf of a client who had this to say...

03/10/2022

Litigating Civil Cases in California From Start to Finish – myLawCLE

Check out our team's seminar featuring Brian McCormack, Jason Casero, and Brett Bitzer as well as our founding partner Daniel Callahan at Callahan Consulting Group on Litigating Civil Cases in California From Start to Finish on myLawCLE.

Receive access to recorded class and earn self-study credit. Recording is made available 5 business days after live broadcast.

03/07/2022

Callahan & Blaine's Jason Casero and Tyler Reed Prevail on Claims of Fraud and Slander of Title - Callahan & Blaine

Callahan & Blaine is proud to announce its recent jury trial victory in Orange County Superior Court. Attorney Jason Casero and Senior Paralegal Tyler Reed prevailed on claims of fraud and slander of title, with the jury returning a verdict including compensatory damages, punitive damages, and attorneys’ fees.

This represented the first jury trial victory for Callahan & Blaine since the Orange County courts began relaxing their masking and social distancing requirements. Over seven days of jury selection, argument, and testimony, Jason was able to communicate our client’s story to the ladies and gentlemen of the jury in a way that has not been possible since the beginning of the pandemic.

As restrictions continue to be lifted, and the world returns to normal, Callahan & Blaine looks forward to achieving additional victories for its clients.

Get the complete details on this exciting case here: https://litigation-update.com/callahan-blaines-jason-casero-and-tyler-reed-prevail-on-claims-of-fraud-and-slander-of-title/

Callahan & Blaine attorney Jason Casero and Senior Paralegal Tyler Reed prevailed on claims of fraud and slander of title.

02/28/2022

Congratulations to the employee of the month for February, Tyler Reed. Tyler assisted in both an arbitration and a trial in February, both with favorable results for our clients!

01/26/2022

Congratulations to Jeff Fontelera for being awarded Callahan & Blaine employee of the month! Jeff is a tried and true foundation of the firm. He keeps things going in the Office Services department and is always eager to help everyone here. Way to go, Jeff! Enjoy that sweet Employee of the Month parking spot tomorrow!

10/01/2021

Rich Collins at Callahan & Blaine Sponsored Mobilize Recovery 2021

Callahan & Blaine senior trial attorney, Rich Collins, recently spoke at Mobilize Recovery in Las Vegas as the official Mobilize Recovery legal advocate. The mission is to expand policy to support recovery, create connections to supportive services, and to engage affected individuals in meaningful civic action.

Callahan & Blaine senior trial attorney, Rich Collins, recently spoke at Mobilize Recovery 2021 as the official Mobilize Recovery legal advocate.

08/23/2021

Huge congratulations to our own Rich Collins for his inclusion in the 2022 awards for The Best Lawyers in America and the Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America. A well-deserved honor!

08/04/2021

Our trial practices...🏆

07/23/2021

Callahan and Blaine’s founding partner, Dan Callahan, and Senior Trial Attorney, Drew Harbur, have been representing Geoff Johnson throughout both civil and criminal proceedings against Michael Avenatti. Just another example of Callahan & Blaine’s ability to skillfully represent clients in any setting.

07/06/2021

06/25/2021

Callahan & Blaine spending a beautiful afternoon supporting at St. Norbert Catholic School.

06/18/2021

Feeling a bit braggy this Friday 🙌🏼😜

06/17/2021

Just to name a few... https://www.callahan-law.com/practice-areas/

06/03/2021

Dan Callahan, Lawyer at Large

Check out our founding partner Daniel Callahan's YouTube channel! He offers great advice on a host of legal topics... and has some fun while he's doing it 😆 Subscribe: https://lnkd.in/gd4eAk4

05/31/2021

Have a safe and happy Memorial Day from all of us at Callahan & Blaine!

05/27/2021

Our founding partner Daniel Callahan on the cover of the October 1994 issue of “California Lawyer.” 🙌🏼

05/14/2021

Feeling a bit braggy this Friday afternoon 🙌🏼

04/28/2021

Out-working the competition is the key to our success! 🤓

04/21/2021

We are proud to recognize and celebrate the outstanding administrative professionals at Callahan & Blaine! It has not been an easy year but our admins have remained dedicated and highly effective members of the Callahan & Blaine team. And so we provided these critical members with some small tokens of thanks for Administrative Professionals Day. Thank you so much for your commitment to this firm!

04/19/2021

The NAPT Annual Conference 2021 has come to a close, but Callahan & Blaine's Rich Collins “Advocating for Access” continues. He says, "We had a great panel discussion about the different levers we’re leaning on to open access to proton therapy for cancer patients—the state and federal courts, and the state and federal governments. Whether by litigation, legislation, or executive order, we will bring about change.

While we celebrated with a concert, there are some who are suffering. If you or someone you know has been denied coverage for cancer treatment, please message me. There’s help and you don’t need to fight the insurance companies alone."

04/15/2021

Our own Rich Collins will be speaking at “Advancing the Future of Proton Therapy” and will again join a blockbuster lineup of speakers at the NAPT Annual Conference 2021 (https://lnkd.in/ePGqwGr).
Alongside colleagues Marie E. Casciari, Stephanie Casey, Maria D. Garcia and Tim Rozelle, he will present “Advocating for Access” on the final afternoon of the Conference, after Keynote Speakers Grace Eline (Pediatric Cancer Survivor) and Ron Rivera (Washington Football Team Coach ). We’ll also be sponsoring the live Celebration Concert with Grammy® nominated Nicole Zuraitis tomorrow evening, April 16th!

04/13/2021

Lights, camera, action! Our founding partner Daniel Callahan will be creating his own YouTube channel, where he will share his esteemed insights on various legal matters. And while he was at it, why not shoot a super exciting Magnum PI-themed intro with the talented folk at SPARKHOUSE? Who says lawyers can't have a little fun?

04/09/2021

Our Friday zen: a mama duck tends to her ducklings outside our office 🐥🦆💕

03/30/2021

As Women's History Month is drawing to a close this year, we know that we wouldn't be a successful law firm without the daily contributions from the amazing women on our team.

"From time-to-time people will doubt you and question your skills. Never let that hold you back. It is important to stay confident in yourself and know that you have what it takes to get the job done." —Debora Halbert, Senior Paralegal

03/29/2021

"It’s up to you how far you want to go. And even if nowadays we have to compete with other men, remember if you have the determination and willpower to make your dreams come true, you can be a successful woman whether it is being a mother, a wife, or an important asset to your company." —Maria Martinez, Legal Assistant

03/25/2021

"I am very fortunate to work for a company that allows me to be a mother and grow in my profession as well. Women, in general, are made to feel that we have to be a mother or a professional, and with a great company and my supporting husband, I know I can do both." —Jennifer Aguilar, Assistant Administrator

03/24/2021

In recognition of Women’s History Month, we asked the fierce women of Callahan & Blaine about some of the struggles they’ve faced both personally and professionally in their fight to achieve success.

"Initially, when I started practicing law, I had devoted so many hours to my work that I had little time for anything else outside of work. I now work part-time with the flexibility to work from home when necessary, which ensures that I can spend much-needed quality time with my family. This balance has had an overall positive effect on my career and my overall wellbeing." —Sharon Yuen, Senior Trial Attorney

03/17/2021

Callahan & Blaine is wishing everyone a very happy St. Patrick’s Day!

03/16/2021

Happy Women’s History Month! We continue to thank all the strong and brilliant women at our firm. “Juggling my family life, personal relationships, and career has by far been one of the most humbling and challenging chapters of my life. I have worked hard in my career and for my successes, all the while managing the expectations of society that I still attend the PTA meetings, care for my children when they are sick, and attend my parents’ doctor appointments and business appointments. It’s a juggling act like no other.”—Laurali Kobal, Firm Administrator

03/09/2021

IN BRIEF: UnitedHealthcare can’t zap cancer survivors’ lawsuit over proton therapy

Motion denied! Great news for our Senior Trial Attorney Rich Collins. UnitedHealthcare’s motion to dismiss the lawsuits filed by his clients Kate Weissman, Zachary Rizzuto and Richard Cole whose Proton Beam Therapy cancer treatments were arbitrarily denied by UnitedHealth, has been denied. Patients should not have to fight a two-front war, one with cancer and the other with UnitedHealthcare.

A federal judge in Boston on Monday allowed three cancer survivors to proceed with their potential class action against UnitedHealthcare Insurance, alleging it “deceptively and unfairly administered their ERISA plans by refusing to cover Proton Beam Radiation Therapy (PBRT...

03/04/2021

An Interview with the Powerhouse Women at Callahan & Blaine

March is Women’s History Month and at Callahan & Blaine, we are keenly aware that throughout history and even today, women have had to work twice as hard to prove themselves. We asked the fierce women of C&B about some of the struggles they’ve faced both personally and professionally in their fight to achieve success.

March is Women's History Month and we are aware that throughout history and even today, women have had to work twice as hard to prove themselves.