Congratulations to the seven Berliner Cohen attorneys who were recognized as 2027 Best Lawyers and Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch! 2027 Best Lawyers: • Andrew L. Faber – Litigation (Land Use and Real Estate) • Wendy C. Krog – Litigation (Trusts and Estates); Trusts and Estates… Read More
Berliner Cohen is honored to be recognized as one of the top 100 corporate philanthropists at the 2026 Corporate Philanthropy Awards hosted by the Silicon Valley Business Journal and San Francisco Business Times. Berliner Cohen is proud of a culture built on supporting and giving back to the… Read More
Twenty Berliner Cohen attorneys have been selected for inclusion in the 2026 Northern California Super Lawyers and Rising Stars list, a program recognizing outstanding lawyers who have earned high levels of professional achievement and peer recognition. This honor reflects their… Read More
Parents and grandparents of children born between January 1, 2025, and December 31, 2028, may have access to a new planning opportunity: a one-time $1,000 federal contribution to a Trump (530A) Account established for an eligible child. At first glance, $1,000 may not seem particularly significant.… Read More
We are pleased to announce our 2025 Small Business Grant winner! Congratulations to Alma Zuniga, owner of A to Z Learning Korner, on being the 2025 recipient of our small business grant for local, minority-owned businesses. A to Z Learning Korner offers a safe, nurturing environment where children… Read More
For growth-stage companies, personal data is embedded across multiple operational functions. Payroll platforms, applicant tracking systems, customer analytics tools, marketing automation software, and cloud infrastructure all depend on the collection and processing of personal information. What was… Read More
In land use law, questions arise from time to time from property owners regarding the government’s right to inspect their private property without a warrant. The Fourth Amendment of the United States Constitution provides: “The right of the people to be secure in their persons, houses,… Read More
The news has been filled with recent layoffs, and the State of California has new rules as it relates to notice when an employer is engaging in a mass layoff. This article touches on the highlights of what is required to lay off employees in California. A lay-off decision is specific to each company… Read More
California employers have until February 1st to distribute to all current and new employees the “California Workplace – Know Your Rights” notice. Employers can provide this notice via their standard forms of communicating other information to employees. California’s… Read More
Berliner Cohen is pleased to welcome Yao Vang to the Estate Planning department in our Merced office. Yao is an estate planning attorney, practicing in all related estate planning areas of the law. Her prior practice includes probate, trust administration, conservatorship, guardianship, business… Read More
The Entrepreneur’s Bootcamp Seminar Series is a three-part series hosted by Jay Landrum, David Bellumori, and Kevin Landis. This seminar series, based on Jay Landrum’s book The Entrepreneur’s Survival Guide, is designed for business owners, entrepreneurs, attorneys, CPAs and other… Read More
Berliner Cohen Attorney Monica Hammer will speak at the Santa Clara County Bar Association's seminar "What's That Sound?" on Tuesday, October 20th. Join Monica and her fellow speakers for a discussion on the growing health and legal implications of noise pollution. Speakers: Monica… Read More
Berliner Cohen Partner Christine Long, in partnership with California Restaurant Association, invites you to a webinar on September 17th that will review employee leave laws that most commonly impact California restaurant operators. Employee leave laws continue to evolve and understanding… Read More
Join Berliner Cohen Partner Eileen Kennedy with her fellow speakers for the seminar "STRIKING THE BALANCE: Ethics and Experts" on September 30th. A recent $3 million sanction order by a local Federal District Court Judge makes clear that attorneys bear the responsibility for the ethical lapses of… Read More
Berliner Cohen Attorney Kevin Landis will be speaking at the California Restaurant Association’s Legal Center Live panel at the 2026 California Restaurant Show. The panel will be held on Monday, August 24th from 11:00am – 11:45am in the Educational Theater 1055. Join Kevin and… Read More
Berliner Cohen Partner Jay Landrum recently released his book, The Entrepreneur’s Survival Guide, and created a three-part presentation series expanding on key topics covered in the book. Co-hosted by David Bellumori and Kevin Landis, this seminar series is designed for business owners,… Read More
Berliner Cohen Partner Christine Long, in partnership with California Restaurant Association, invites you to an educational webinar on March 11th where we will go over California Senate Bill 68. California took a significant step toward consumer transparency with the enactment of SB 68, the… Read More
Stay informed on the latest employment law changes for 2026! Join Berliner Cohen Partner Susan Bishop for a webinar designed specifically for businesses in Merced County that have staff or plan to hire. This session will cover key HR and legal updates, helping you manage employees, stay compliant,… Read More
Berliner Cohen Partner Christine Long, in partnership with California Restaurant Association, invites you to a webinar on February 25th to discuss proper record preservation and compliance for restaurant operators. From employee files and payroll records to digital communications, knowing… Read More
As a California employer, navigating the complex web of regulations and laws can be overwhelming. Join Berliner Cohen Partner Susan Bishop, in partnership with the Santa Clara County EAC, for an informative and actionable webinar that will cover 10 essential strategies to minimize your legal… Read More