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Schonbuch Hallissy LLP
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25
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3
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50
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Spotlight California
Overview
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Schonbuch Hallissy LLP delivers exceptional results in the most demanding cases. As a boutique civil defense firm, we focus on complex litigation, catastrophic injury matters, business disputes and high-exposure claims where trial is always on the table. Corporate clients, small businesses and high-profile individuals trust us to combine elite trial advocacy, advanced skills and training, strategic use of cutting-edge technology, with a steadfast commitment to honesty, fairness, and reliability.
Industry sectors (13)
- Owners and Operators of Commercial Real Estate
- Owners and Operators of Multifamily Housing
- Owners and Operators of Stadiums, Arenas and Concert Venues
- Retail and Consumer-Facing Businesses
- Hospitality, Entertainment and High-Traffic Public Venues
- Consumer Product Manufacturers
- Commercial Transportation
- Infrastructure, Construction and Engineering
- Insurers and Third-Party Administrators
- Transportation and Logistics Enterprises
- Businesses Facing High-Exposure Claims
- Athletes, Recording Artists, Entertainers and High Profile Individuals Facing Claims
- Public Venue and Commercial Security Companies
Capabilities (15)
- Trial Law
- Catastrophic Personal Injury
- Premises Liability
- Product Liability
- Commercial Auto and Transportation Liability
- Complex Litigation
- Business and Contract Disputes
- Assault, Battery and Sexual Battery
- Sexual Harassment and Wrongful Termination
- Defamation, Libel and Slander
- Real Estate, Construction and Construction Accidents
- Insurance Defense
- Civil Litigation
- Negligence and Intentional Torts
- Appellate Law
Clients (15)
- Travelers Insurance Companies
- Northfield / Northland Insurance
- Mercury Insurance
- IAT / Harco Insurance
- Berkshire Hathaway
- Equity Residential
- Hollister Ranch
- Kiewit Corporation
- University of Southern California
- Auto-Owners Insurance
- Mobilitas Insurance
- Contemporary Services Corporation
- Professional Athletes
- Music and Entertainment Personalities
- High-Profile Individuals
Key people
Provided by Schonbuch Hallissy LLP
Michael Schonbuch
Managing Partner
Erin O. Hallissy
Managing Partner
Bernadette C. Brouses
Partner/Owner
Jonathan R. Gerber
Partner / Owner
Mary R. Fersch
Partner / Owner
Lisa McMains
Partner
Peter Marcus
Partner
Laurie Julien
General Counsel and Managing Director
Work & experience
Provided by Schonbuch Hallissy LLP
The attorneys at Schonbuch Hallissy LLP are REAL. TRIAL. LAWYERS. The firm includes five ABOTA trial lawyers who have tried hundreds of cases to verdict. We are adept at selecting juries with precision, presenting evidence with clarity, and delivering persuasive, results-driven advocacy. That is why clients turn to us—often on the eve of trial—as trusted “parachute counsel” when the stakes are highest and resolution is no longer an option.
Notable work
Provided by Schonbuch Hallissy LLP
Catastrophic Injury / Product Liability
2025CompletedLos Angeles County
Defense verdict for manufacturer against alleged design defect and failure to warn claim brought by paraplegic
Catastrophic Injury / Auto Collision
2026CompletedLos Angeles County
Defense verdict on causation for driver admitting negligence; plaintiff with catastrophic brain and orthopedic injuries
Construction Accident
2024CompletedLos Angeles County
Verdict below CCP 998 offer; plaintiff crushed by construction security fence claiming traumatic brain injury
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Top figures | Spotlight California
25
Lawyers
3
Offices
50
Company Size
Content provided by Schonbuch Hallissy LLP
Articles, Highlights and Press Releases
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