USA Guide 2026 : California
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Glaser, Weil, Fink, Howard, Jordan & Shapiro LLP is an accomplished Los Angeles-based litigation practice which possesses a breadth of commercial disputes capabilities. Alongside its considerable media and entertainment sector expertise, the firm is frequently sought after to handle a wide range of business disputes and class actions arising from a number of areas, including financial services.
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Glaser Weil successfully defended Sony Electronics in a class action lawsuit relating to alleged discrimination of male creators through Sony's Alpha Female Creator program.
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Glasser Weil's service levels and responsiveness on our matters has been very timely and competent.
The team was highly educated about our business and able to learn things quickly if they didn't already know them.
The well-rounded expertise and experience of this firm equips them to handle nearly any situation.
The client service stands out the most and the comfort I get as a client knowing they are on top of everything. Nothing falls through the cracks and they are very communicative.
The firm delivers high-quality work product and wise and efficient use of attorney resources.
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Emil Petrossian is an experienced commercial litigator who is sought after to handle disputes on behalf of entertainment and finance clients, among others. He is managing partner of the firm's San Diego office.
Emil is an exceptional commercial litigation attorney. His understanding of the ins and outs of commercial litigation in California is excellent.
Emil Petrossian delivers excellent client service that understands the business objectives that need to align with the legal strategy.
We have enormous respect for and trust in Emil.
Emil is sharp, creative and has clients' best interests in mind.
Patricia Glaser is routinely engaged by clients on a variety of complex mandates, including notable skills in media and entertainment disputes. She chairs the firm's litigation department.
Patty Glaser is a legend.
Patricia is hard-charging and tough as nails. You're in for a battle with her.
Glaser is an excellent trial lawyer. She's smart and aggressive, in a good way.
Julie Gerchik represents a range of clients in complex commercial litigation, including those from the financial services and media and entertainment industries. She co-chairs Glaser Weil's litigation department.
Julie was absolutely fantastic on every level.
Litigation: General Commercial
Litigation: General Commercial
Litigation: General Commercial
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