Leadership

Associate, Alcorn Immigration Law- LinkedIn

Jomana Abdallah is an attorney at Alcorn Immigration Law, a Silicon-Valley based law firm providing immigration solutions to founders, entrepreneurs, and venture-capital backed startups as they scale from pre-seed to IPO. With expertise in high-skilled employment-based immigration (EB-1, O-1, NIW, E-2), Jomana has successfully assisted clients ranging from startups to Fortune 500 companies. A first-generation American and daughter of immigrant entrepreneurs, she is dedicated to empowering others through immigration.

She is a proud board member of the SF La Raza, mentors Latinx and Middle Eastern law students, and contributes to pro bono workshops and AILA’s Northern California chapter. 

Litigation Associate, Coblentz Patch Duffy & Bass- LinkedIn

Abe Andrade’s practice focuses on complex litigation matters, including high-stakes commercial disputes, employment issues, and white collar defense, as well as intellectual property litigation and trademark prosecution and enforcement. He represents businesses and individuals in all phases of litigation, including at the appellate level, in state and federal court, as well as before the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board and in Uniform Domain-Name Dispute-Resolution Policy (UDRP) proceedings.

Abe also maintains an active pro bono practice, including immigration and criminal matters. Prior to joining Coblentz, Abe was an associate at Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP and Murphy Pearson Bradley & Feeney.

Senior Counsel, Hanson Bridgett- LinkedIn

Josue is a skilled litigator who specializes in representing public and private employers in state and federal employment litigation involving claims of wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and breach of contract. He has extensive experience handling complex wage-and-hour class action litigation. Prior to joining Hanson Bridgett, Josue represented a variety of gig economy workers in class actions involving worker misclassification, overtime, and other violations, as well as representative actions under the California Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA). Using his broad experience, Josue counsels employers regarding workplace policies and procedures, including exempt and contractor classification, drug and alcohol policies (including medical and/or recreational cannabis use), and employee discharge. Josue has litigated a number of arbitration-related issues and authored a scholarly article advocating for reform to the Federal Arbitration Act that considers the impact of the gig economy on America's workforce.

Elizabeth Arellano

Attorney, Hanson, Crawford and Crum

Elizabeth is a family law attorney and she is passionate about her work and takes pride in assisting clients in one of the most important moments of their lives. Elizabeth received her Juris Doctorate from the University of San Francisco where she graduated cum laude.

During law school, she was a senior staff member for the University of San Francisco Law Review. She interned for Honorable L. Michael Clark in Santa Clara County’s Juvenile Dependency Court. Elizabeth also externed at the Supreme Court of California, working in the chambers of Chief Justice Tani Cantil-Sakauye.

Associate, Sheppard Mullin- LinkedIn

Luis represents employers in a broad range of labor and employment matters arising under federal and state laws. His practice includes discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wrongful termination, and wage and hour disputes. 

Luis also provides advice and counseling on all areas of employment law, including employee handbooks, employee classification, and employment law compliance.

During law school, Luis served as executive editor for the Michigan Journal of Race and Law and as co-president for the Latino Law Students Association.

Associate, Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani - LinkedIn

Abraham Barrera is an Associate in the San Francisco office of GRSM and is a member of the Commercial Litigation practice group. 

Associate, Holland & Knight- LinkedIn

Mr. Barrera is a litigation attorney in Holland & Knight's San Francisco office and a member of the firm's Litigation and Dispute Resolution Practice Group and the national Healthcare & Life Sciences Industry Group. Hi focus practice on general commercial litigation and healthcare litigation and has experience representing companies in a broad array of civil disputes, including arbitrations and mediations. Mr. Barrera represents companies in government investigations brought by the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ), state attorneys general and regulators in a wide range of practice areas, including healthcare fraud and abuse. Mr. Barrera has broad experience litigating in healthcare and complex business disputes. He has represented healthcare clients in False Claims Act (FCA) matters, healthcare fraud and abuse, and labor and employment matters.

Alexia Beatriz

Student, University of California, College of the Law San Francisco (formerly UC Hastings)

Alexia is a third-year law student at the University of California, College of the Law San Francisco, where she serves as the Articles Editor for the UC Law SF Business Law Journal, and is part of the UC Law Honors Society. Alexia has received honors-elect Cum Laude. She currently serves as the Hispanic National Bar Association (HNBA) student representative for Northern California (Region XVII). Alexia participated in Sidley Austin’s summer associate program in 2023 and served as a legal intern for the Federal Trade Commission and the Securities and Exchange Commission. She is currently interning at a fintech company based in San Francisco, Upgrade, Inc.

Sandra A. Beltran

Attorney, Bay Area Rapid Transit - LinkedIn

Sandra she performs a diverse range of legal duties in the Office of General Counsel. Prior to joining BART, Sandra practiced employment litigation focusing on a broad spectrum of employment issues such as discrimination, wrongful termination and retaliation claims. 

Sandra received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science with a minor in Latina/o Studies from San Francisco State University. She then graduated from University of San Francisco School of Law with a Labor and Employment Law Certificate. During law school, Sandra participated in the Employment Law Clinic where she assisted claimants in administrative hearings.

Associate, DLA Piper US- LinkedIn

Carlo Bustillos focuses his practice on commercial and class action litigation, with a particular emphasis in disputes involving sensitive reputational, branding, and privacy issues.

Carlo has significant legal research, brief writing, discovery, and trial experience navigating disputes involving clients in the technology, fashion, sports, healthcare, consumer goods, and entertainment sectors.

Partner, Farella Braun + Martel LLP- LinkedIn

Cynthia Castillo litigates high-stakes, complex civil cases with a focus on contractual disputes and consumer class actions, particularly Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA) class actions. She has represented a broad range of clients, including private equity firms, cannabis companies, large technology companies, startups, nonprofits, and individuals. While she typically handles business disputes and consumer claims, her broad litigation background includes experience with matters such as environmental liability, governmental enforcement actions, and bankruptcy claims. The breadth of her litigation experience allows her to quickly spot risks and develop creative solutions for her clients. Cynthia has experience preparing for and taking cases to trial. She successfully defended a private equity management firm at trial in an employment and breach of contract suit brought by one of its former officers.

Senior Litigation Counsel, Hanson Crawford Crum Family Law Group- LinkedIn

Marisa brings a unique combination of legal acumen and unwavering dedication to guiding clients through life’s most challenging transitions. She started her career in family law after honing her litigation skills at an AmLaw Top 10 firm, where she developed a strong foundation in high-stakes civil litigation. Marisa’s background offers a distinct perspective and skill set to complex legal issues in family law. She is a trusted advocate for individuals navigating divorce, high-asset disputes, spousal support, property division, and disputed prenuptial agreements. Known for her strategic thinking and compassionate approach, she tailors her representation to each client’s needs, ensuring that their rights, families, and futures are protected. Her expertise in evidence and trial strategy positions her clients for success whether their case requires negotiation, mediation, or litigation.

Associate, Fenwick & West- LinkedIn

Samantha is an intellectual property litigation associate in the San Francisco office of Fenwick & West. Samantha's practice includes representing technology and life sciences companies in a broad range of litigation matters. Samantha graduated from Berkeley Law, where she was co-president of La Alianza, a student advocate for the Samuelson Law, Technology, & Public Policy Clinic, and a researcher for the Reproductive Justice Project. Samantha also served as a judicial extern for the Honorable Judge Yvonne Gonzalez Rogers for the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California.

Associate, Fisher Phillips- LinkedIn

Adriana Diaz Mireles is an associate at Fisher Phillips’ San Francisco office. She advises and represents employers in a wide range of employment matters, including discrimination, wage and hour, wrongful termination, and retaliation claims. Adriana also advises clients on a broad range of business immigration issues. Her experience includes working with national and multinational corporations on nonimmigrant and immigrant visa petitions, complying with employment eligibility verification requirements, and responding to inquiries and audits from U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), and the Department of Labor (DOL). She also has experience in Program Electronic Review Management (PERM) cases, I-40 petitions, and adjustment of status.


Christopher Garcia

Deputy Public Defender, San Francisco Public Defender's Office

Christopher Garcia is a Deputy Public Defender assigned to the General Felonies Trial Unit at the San Francisco Public Defender’s Office. Christopher handles all aspects of the criminal litigation process, including arraignments, various motions and hearings, and trials. Christopher graduated from the University of California, Santa Barbara, and the University of California, Hastings College of Law.

Executive Director, Morgan Stanley- LinkedIn

Cal is a seasoned attorney with significant government, regulatory, investigative and in-house experience. He served as a trial attorney with the US Department of Justice, Civil Rights Division, and as an enforcement attorney with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. He is currently an Executive Director in Morgan Stanley’s Legal and Compliance Division, and Deputy Head of the Special Investigations Unit, where he leads, manages, and supervises internal investigations across the Firm’s Wealth Management business.  Cal also teaches Professional Ethics in Technology, Law and Business at UC Berkeley's Master of Engineering Program.  Cal is also on the San Francisco HSF Advisory Council. 

Corporate Associate at Latham & Watkins LLP

Raul Gonzalez is a corporate associate in the San Francisco Office of Latham & Watkins LLP. Raul’s practice includes, among others, representing late-stage private companies in financing transactions and public company readiness, representing companies and underwriters in initial public offerings, public company representation, and representing companies and underwriters in public company transactions. Raul is the Treasurer of the Young Lawyers Division of the Hispanic National Bar Association.

Miguel Gradilla

Deputy City Attorney at San Francisco City Attorney's Office

Miguel A. Gradilla is a Deputy City Attorney on the Complex and Affirmative Litigation Team in the San Francisco City Attorney’s Office. Previously, he was an associate at a litigation boutique in San Francisco, and at large law firms in Los Angeles and San Francisco. Miguel also served as a law clerk to the Honorable Mary H. Murguia, now Chief Judge of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit, and the Honorable Salvador Mendoza, Jr. while Judge Mendoza served as a judge in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Washington. A Los Angeles native, Miguel is a graduate of Stanford University and Columbia Law School. He is a former member of the board of directors of the Neighborhood Legal Services of Los Angeles County, one of the largest providers of free legal services to low-income people in southern California.

Hazel Granada

Associate, Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP

Hazel Granada is a litigation associate in the Palo Alto office of Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher. She handles a variety of complex commercial litigation matters in federal and state court, including complex commercial and contract disputes and securities litigation matters. Hazel also maintains a pro bono practice in the areas of immigration and civil rights. A native of Orange County, she earned her law degree from the University of California, Irvine School of Law, where she served as co-chair of the Latinx Law Student Association, Dean’s Fellow, Community Fellow, and Research Fellow. While in law school, Hazel served as an extern with the criminal division of the United States Attorney’s Office for the Central District of California.

Associate, Renne Public Law Group LLP- LinkedIn

Mauricio Grande is an attorney in the firm’s Litigation practice group.  He represents public agencies in state court.  Mauricio focuses his practice on labor and employment cases involving breach of contract, discrimination, harassment and retaliation claims.  He also has experience representing California counties in property tax disputes.

Before joining Renne Public Law Group, Mauricio was a judicial law clerk to Judges Garrett L. Wong, Cynthia M. Lee (ret.) and Samuel K. Feng of the San Francisco Superior Court.  In law school, Mauricio participated in moot court and served as a civil procedure and property law tutor for the Legal Education Opportunity Program.  He continues to give back as a UC Law San Francisco adjunct professor and bar success specialist.

Associate at Sidley Austin LLP

Laura focuses her practice on complex civil litigation and white collar criminal defense and investigations. She maintains an active pro bono practice with a focus on protecting the rights of immigrants.Prior to joining Sidley, Laura participated in Sidley’s summer associate program in 2020 and served as a legal intern with the Mexican American Legal Defense and Educational Fund in 2019. She graduated from The University of Chicago Law School, where she worked as a student attorney on a lawsuit that recently achieved one of Chicago’s largest settlements for wrongly convicted persons. Laura graduated with an A.B. in government from Harvard College. Before attending law school, Laura worked with Teach For America as a middle and high school social studies teacher.

Associate, Edwards, Stevens & Tucker LLP- LinkedIn

Cristina Quiñonez is an associate attorney at Edwards, Stevens & Tucker LLP where she counsels school districts, county offices of education and charter schools on a range of educational and employment issues. Prior to joining Edwards, Stevens & Tucker, Cristina was an associate attorney at an insurance defense firm where her civil litigation practice focused on real estate/real property, landlord/tenant, and premises liability. Cristina was also a staff attorney at East Bay Children’s Law Offices where she represented Alameda County foster youth in their Juvenile Dependency proceedings. Cristina holds a Juris Doctorate degree from the University of San Francisco School of Law and a bachelor of art’s degree in Criminal Justice and Latino/a Studies from San Francisco State University.

Associate, Renne Public Law Group LLP

Maribel Lopez is an associate in the firm’s Government and Litigation practice groups. She focuses her practice on labor and employment law. Her practice includes representing both public entities and private sector clients in litigation, employee discipline, advice and counsel, arbitration, workplace investigations and compliance. Maribel has experience with a variety of employment-related claims, including wrongful termination, harassment, discrimination, retaliation, failure to accommodate, administrative claims and complex wage-and-hour class action litigation violations.

During law school, Maribel served as a judicial extern for the Supreme Court of California Chief Justice Tani Cantil-Sakauye, a senior staff of USF law review and Co-President of USF La Raza Law Student Association.

IP & Commercial Counsel, Deckers Brands- LinkedIn

With a focus in intellectual property and as a registered patent attorney, Laurie has counseled high-tech clients including independent inventors, start-ups and public companies, and has supported all levels of management. Laurie manages Deckers’ worldwide patent portfolio and serves Deckers’ design and product teams. In addition to IP, her work covers brand integrity, licensing, contract negotiation, marketing and public relations. Outside of work, Laurie is committed to serving the community. Re-appointed by Governor Newsom in 2020.Laurie also holds various leadership roles with the Hispanic National Bar Association, Filipino Bar Association of Northern California, Asian American Bar Association of the Greater Bay Area, and the National Filipino American Lawyers Association.

Corporate Associate, Davis Polk & Wardwell- LinkedIn

Eddie Magana is a corporate associate in the Redwood City Office of Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP. Eddie's practice includes representing underwriters, lenders and buyers in connection with international and domestic transactions, including capital markets, general corporate matters, structured products and M&A. Eddie received his B.A. in Political Science with a Minor in English from the University of California, Santa Barbara and his J.D. from the University of Michigan Law School where he graduated cum laude.

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Senior Counsel, Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani- LinkedIn

Ernie D. Mejia is a Senior Counsel in the San Francisco office of GRSM and is a member of the Healthcare practice group. Ernie’s healthcare practice runs the gambit of issues that healthcare professionals and healthcare facilities may face. He has defended claims ranging from allegations of elder/dependent adult abuse and neglect, wrongful death, financial fraud, premises liability, violation of patient rights, catastrophic injury, and medical malpractice. His civil trial practice focuses on the defense of nursing homes, assisted living facilities, physicians, hospitals, and other healthcare and long-term care professionals and organizations. Ernie routinely deals with aggressive opposing counsels on high-exposure and complex multi-party claims. Through his team’s expert negotiation, clients are able to seek an often early and favorable resolution.

 

Associate, Littler Mendelson P.C.- LinkedIn

Jacqueline Menendez represents employers in a wide range of employment law matters, including discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wrongful termination, wage and hour class actions, and claims brought under the Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA). She advises employers on workplace privacy and information security matters, including the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), other state data protections laws, the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPPA), employee surveillance and monitoring, social media, new technologies, and global data protection laws.

In both her litigation and privacy work, Jacqueline is a strategic advisor for employers. She counsels clients on managing the employment relationship, minimizing legal risk, and maintaining employment law compliance. Jacqueline also drafts compliant employment agreements, policies, and handbooks to minimize the risk of litigation.

Perry Miska

Senior Counsel, Wonolo Inc.- LinkedIn

Perry Miska is Senior Counsel at Wonolo Inc., where he specializes in employment litigation and advice, commercial contracts, and corporate matters.  Prior to joining Wonolo, he was an Associate at Littler Mendelson, representing businesses in labor and employment disputes in addition to providing advice and counsel.  Perry received his B.A. in Philosophy and Minor in Hispanic Studies from Boston College, and his J.D. from the University of Michigan.  He is a San Francisco native, who was raised in the Tenderloin as a first generation Peruvian American.  Perry is committed to diversifying the education system, workplace, and legal profession in order to maximize career and life opportunities for people of color.

Associate, Fennemore- LinkedIn

Zury Molina is an Associate Attorney at the firm practicing business litigation. Her practice encompasses diverse litigation matters, including labor and employment, breach of contract, real estate, commercial disputes, fraud, and negligence.

Zury earned her law degree from the University of California College of the Law, San Francisco. During law school, she was a staff editor and senior acquisitions editor at the UC Law Environmental Journal and a semi-finalist in the Hispanic National Bar Association Moot Court Competition. She also served as a teaching assistant for Constitutional Law I and Legal Research and Writing, deepening her expertise in legal doctrine.

Before attending law school Zury was a high school teacher where her passion for learning and advocacy led her to a career in law.

Associate, Shartsis Friese- LinkedIn

Ms. Montenegro is an Associate in the Firm’s litigation department. She has a broad litigation practice and has represented clients at nearly all stages of litigation in both state and federal courts. Her pro bono matters have included defending municipal ordinances from First and Second Amendment challenges.

Prior to joining the Firm, Ms. Montenegro litigated complex civil cases at a plaintiff-focused boutique firm. She also formerly worked as an attorney representing public sector clients. Ms. Montenegro began her legal career as the inaugural Christopher M. Patti Fellow for UC Legal – Office of the General Counsel.

Senior Associate, Park Guenthart- LinkedIn

Jenny is the daughter of immigrants from Jalisco, Mexico and grew up in Bay Point, CA. She attended San Francisco State University graduating Summa Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice and a minor in Labor and Employment studies. She then attended University of San Francisco School of Law where she served as an editor on Law Review and Development Director on the Moot Court Board. She obtained the CALI Award in Civil Procedure and was a Civil Procedure tutor as well as a Constitutional Law teaching assistant. After law school, Jenny served as a deputy public defender for Contra Costa County. She then transitioned to Park Guenthart, where she currently practices workers’ compensation defense.

Partner, Keker, Van Nest & Peters- LinkedIn

Franco specializes in high-stakes litigation in state and federal court. His clients include technology companies, professional sports leagues, investors, and criminal defendants. He has significant experience at every phase of the litigation process and has played a leading role in multiple trials where his clients were victorious on all claims. He maintains a robust pro bono practice with an emphasis on prisoners’ rights. Franco began his legal career by clerking for Judge Susan P. Graber of the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals and Judge Virginia A. Phillips of the Central District of California. He earned his law degree from UCLA School of Law and his undergraduate degree from the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor. Before law school, Franco taught high school English in the Spanish Harlem neighborhood of New York City.

Partner, Shute, Mihaly & Weinberger- LinkedIn

Rene represents duties include City Attorney & General Counsel Services, Housing, Land Use Planning & Zoning, Public Works Labor Compliance, Litigation & Appeals

Associate, Greenberg Traurig LLP- LinkedIn

Omar Parra represents private equity funds, privately held businesses and strategic investors in a wide range of corporate matters, with an emphasis on mergers and acquisitions, growth equity investments, and general corporate governance. Additionally, Omar has substantial experience drafting master service agreements, work authorizations, and indemnification provisions for owners, developers, and general contractors. Omar also has broad litigation experience, defending national and local corporations in all phases of litigation, including discovery, motion practice, mediation, and trial.

Cristina Resendiz-Johnson

Attorney, Judicial Council of California, Center for Families, Children & the Courts

Cristina Resendiz-Johnson serves as Lead Counsel for the Advisory Committee on Providing Access and Fairness where she provides expertise on issues addressing racial, gender, and implicit bias; language access to the courts; and services for self represented litigants. Prior to joining the Judicial Council, Cristina was a Staff Attorney for the San Francisco Superior Court’s Family Law Facilitator’s Office and Self-Help Center. She has a bachelor’s degree in Political Science and Spanish from UC Davis and a juris doctorate from Golden Gate University, School of Law. 

Senior Attorney, Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC)

Cecilia Segal is a senior attorney with NRDC's Litigation Team in San Francisco. Her work has focused on challenging unlawful approvals and environmental reviews of the Keystone XL pipeline, defending against attempted rollbacks of federal environmental and public health regulations, and protecting communities in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania from lead-contaminated drinking water. Prior to joining NRDC, Cecilia clerked for the Honorable Christopher F. Droney of the Second Circuit Court of Appeals. She holds a bachelor's degree in political science from Tufts University and a J.D. from Harvard Law School, where she served as managing editor of the Harvard Environmental Law Review and member of La Alianza.

Elizabeth Silva

Legal Research Attorney at San Francisco Superior Court

Elizabeth Silva is a legal research attorney in San Francisco Superior Court's Complex Litigation Department. She has a diversity of experiences having worked at the San Francisco Board of Supervisors, California State Assembly, California Attorney General's Office, Oakland City Attorney's Office, and Miller Starr Regalia. She graduated from the University of San Francisco and UC Hastings. During her time at Hastings, Elizabeth was a part of the Hastings Moot Court team, Hastings Business Law Journal, La Raza Law Students Association, and Asian Pacific American Law Students Association. Elizabeth is a San Francisco native.

Associate, Morrison & Foerster- LinkedIn

Kimberly Valladares is a corporate associate at Morrison Foerster's San Francisco office in the Emerging Companies and Venture Capital practice group. She earned her J.D. from UC Berkeley School of Law and B.A. from UC Riverside. In her free time, she enjoys playing doubles tennis, lifting weights, content creation, and cooking.

Associate, Ropes & Gray- LinkedIn

Alexandra Velazquez Smith joined Ropes & Gray’s corporate department in 2022 in the private capital transactions group.

During law school, Alex was a legal intern at a large investment management company and summered at a corporate law firm in Wilmington, Delaware. At Rutgers Law School, Alex served as a board member of the Hunter Moot Court and a senior staff editor of the Rutgers Business Law Review. Alex was also co-president of the Latin Ameri can Law Student Alliance (ALIANZA) at Rutgers when the Hispanic National Bar Association named ALIANZA the Law Student Organization of the Year. 

Partner at Hanson Crawford Crum Family Law Group- LinkedIn

Juliana Yanez is a distinguished partner at Hanson Crawford Crum Family Law Group, known for her commitment to excellence and extensive expertise in high-asset, complex dissolutions. Specializing in cases involving cryptocurrency, restricted stock units, carried interests, founder’s stock, closely held businesses, and family trusts, Juliana is a trusted advocate for clients navigating the complex terrain of divorce and legal separation. Beginning her legal career as a business litigator at an AmLaw 100 law firm, Juliana honed her skills handling complex business disputes in federal and state courts. Recognized for her meticulous approach to legal practice, Juliana crafts effective strategies tailored to each client's specific needs. Working closely with clients and retained experts, Juliana customizes strategies aligned with her client’s objectives. Whether negotiating settlements or passionately litigating in court, Juliana is dedicated to achieving optimal outcomes for her clients. Her success spans both trial and appellate levels, including a noteworthy accomplishment as trial counsel in the groundbreaking Bitcoin divorce case, Marriage of DeSouza. Juliana also completed the 40-hour mediation and conflict resolution training with the Center for Understanding in Conflict.

Associate, Rogers Joseph O'Donnell, PC.

Ruby is a member of the firm’s Complex Commercial Litigation, Construction, and Labor and Employment Practice Groups. She has extensive experience representing individual and corporate clients from varied industries in both litigation and transactional matters.

Ruby received her J.D. from the University of California, Hastings College of Law, where she was a member of the Diversity Equity and Inclusion Committee, Professional Development Committee, and on the board of the Latinx Law Students Association. She has dedicated herself to community organizations and initiatives that promote and advance diversity equity and inclusion in the legal profession, including San Francisco La Raza Lawyers Association and the ABA Judicial Intern Opportunity Program.

Veronica Zavala

Associate Commercial Counsel, Google LLC

Veronica is an in-house transactional attorney at YouTube where she primarily focuses on drafting and negotiating commercial agreements and providing related legal guidance. Prior to joining YouTube, she worked as an associate at Del Shaw Moonves et. al, a boutique entertainment law firm based in LA, where she represented several production companies through the development and production of their audiovisual projects and negotiated a wide variety of agreements, including content licensing, production and talent deals. Veronica was also an associate at Fenwick & West, where she represented Peloton in its initial public company offering and several other emerging technology companies in general corporate matters. Veronica earned her J.D. from UC Berkeley School of Law.