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Introducing Sadiya S. Ahmed to Our San Jose Office

September 24, 2025 |

Berliner Cohen is pleased to welcome Sadiya S. Ahmed to the Litigation Department at our San Jose office. A Chicago native, Sadiya obtained her law degree at the University of Illinois College of Law. She was admitted to the Illinois Bar in 2012, and the California Bar in 2015. Sadiya is a… Read More

Introducing Giuliana R. Ferrante to Our San Jose Office

September 10, 2025 |

Berliner Cohen is pleased to welcome Giuliana R. Ferrante to the Litigation Department at our San Jose office. Giuliana is an accomplished litigator who represents her clients through all stages of litigation, from case evaluation through appeals. Her experience covers several practice areas and… Read More

Eight Berliner Cohen Attorneys Recognized as 2026 “Best Lawyers in America”

August 21, 2025 |

Congratulations to the eight Berliner Cohen attorneys who were recognized as 2026 Best Lawyers in America! Andrew L. Faber - Litigation (Land Use and Real Estate) Steven L. Hallgrimson - Real Estate Wendy C. Krog – Litigation (Trusts and Estates); Trusts and Estates Thomas P. Murphy –… Read More

Berliner Cohen Secures Win for Clients in the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals

July 30, 2025 | , ,

Berliner Cohen obtained a complete dismissal of claims asserted against our clients in federal District Court and then successfully defended the appeal in the Ninth Circuit. When one of our clients tried to enforce a divorce judgment against her ex-husband, the ex-husband filed a new civil case… Read More

Commercial Property Owners: Get Ready for SB 79

July 9, 2025 |

Owners of commercial property located near public transit may soon find it easier, faster, and more profitable to build tall apartment buildings on their land. On July 3, 2025, Senate Bill 79 passed a crucial Assembly committee. If passed during this legislative session, SB 79 would go into effect… Read More

20 Berliner Cohen Attorneys Recognized as 2025 Northern California Super Lawyers and Rising Stars

July 1, 2025 |

We are thrilled to announce the Berliner Cohen attorneys who have been recognized this year by the Northern California Super Lawyers and Rising Stars programs. This honor is a testament to their outstanding legal talent and impact in the legal community. Super Lawyers recognizes the… Read More

Introducing Craig Tanabe to Our San Jose Office

June 26, 2025 |

Berliner Cohen is pleased to welcome Craig Tanabe to the Real Estate Department in our San Jose office! Craig maintains a real estate transactional practice serving a wide range of clients (including developers, investors, homebuilders, institutional owners, landlord, tenants, lenders, and… Read More

2025 Employers Guide to Minimum Wage in California

June 25, 2025 |

California continues to lead the nation in changes to its minimum wage. Earlier this year, we reported on the minimum wage increase from $16.00 to $16.50 across California, regardless of the employer’s size. Since this increase went into effect on January 1, 2025, the minimum wage across… Read More

The Basics of Estate Planning

April 30, 2025 |

Estate planning is a fundamental aspect of legal and financial management, ensuring that your assets are distributed in accordance with your wishes. This process comprises various legal strategies, with Trusts being one of the most significant elements. This article explores the basics of estate… Read More

Maximizing Estate Tax Benefits Through Gifting: Act Now to Protect Your Wealth

April 23, 2025 |

As estate and gift tax laws continue to evolve, the importance of proactive estate planning cannot be overstated. For some individuals, failing to establish a comprehensive estate plan can lead to a significant portion of their wealth being lost to taxes—up to 40% of an estate could be lost to… Read More

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Latest Events

Attorney Kevin Landis to Speak at CRA’s 2025 Legal Center Live

July 23, 2025

Berliner Cohen Attorney Kevin Landis will be speaking at the California Restaurant Association’s Legal Center Live panel at the 2025 California Restaurant Show. The panel will be held on Monday, August 4th from 11:00am – 11:45am in the Educational Theater 800. Join Kevin and his fellow… Read More

Webinar: California Workplace Violence Prevention 1 Year Later – Is Your WVPP Compliant?

June 25, 2025

Berliner Cohen Partner Christine Long, in partnership with the California Restaurant Association, invites you to a webinar on July 15th that will review California’s Workplace Violence Prevention Plan law and its core requirements. The webinar will also review common mistakes,… Read More

Seminar: Merced 2 Market 2025

April 15, 2025

Berliner Cohen Associate Lindsay Walczak will be presenting at U.C. Merced's Merced 2 Market 2025 Seminar. This will be an engaging event connecting innovators, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders to explore commercialization and market opportunities Lindsay will… Read More

Webinar: Anti-SLAPP Statute 101

April 2, 2025

Honorable Socrates Manoukian and Berliner Cohen Partner Josh Borger will present on the ins and outs of the Anti-SLAPP Statute at a webinar hosted by the Santa Clara County Bar Association. Join them on April 22nd at 12:15pm!   Tuesday, April 22, 2025 Program Schedule: 12:15pm – 1:15pm… Read More

Seminar: 2025 Employment Law Updates

March 20, 2025

Berliner Cohen Associate Lindsay Walczak will be presenting at Merced County EAC’s 2025 Employment Law Update Seminar. If your business is growing and evolving, you won't want to miss this event. This seminar will help you understand and implement the latest employment laws to ensure… Read More

Webinar: California Meal & Rest Period Rules: Avoid Mistakes & Stay Compliant

January 23, 2025

Berliner Cohen Partners Christine Long and Susan Bishop, in partnership with the California Restaurant Association, invite you to a webinar on February 6th that will review California meal and rest period policies. California labor law requires employers to provide meal and rest breaks for… Read More

2025 Employment Law & Benefits Update

November 6, 2024

Join Berliner Cohen, LLP presenters, partners Christine Long, Susan Bishop, and Eileen Kennedy, with EPIC Broker’s Director of Compliance, Liz Mann, as they review 2024 and changes to come in 2025 based on employment-related legislation and court decisions during a webinar on Wednesday,… Read More

California Restaurant Association’s Legal Center Live

October 14, 2024

Berliner Cohen Partner Christine Long recently spoke at California Restaurant Association’s Legal Center Live. Christine and her fellow speakers covered a range of topics including Workplace Violence Prevention Training, SB 1524 Surcharges, and PAGA Reform. Watch the full session now:… Read More

Webinar: 998 Settlement Offers in Employment Cases. Are They Worth It?

August 19, 2024

998 offers are an often under-utilized but could be extremely effective in getting cases resolved. In this webinar with the Santa Clara County Bar Association, Partner Susan Bishop and fellow speakers will discuss the basics about 998 Offers and dives into the more nuanced ways 998 offers work… Read More

Webinar: Unlocking ADA Accessibility: Master ADA Laws and Compliance

August 16, 2024

Join Berliner Cohen Partner Christine Long, in partnership with the California Restaurant Association, for an informative webinar on the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accessibility laws, regulations, and standards. This session is designed to help you navigate the complexities of ADA… Read More

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