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# FSG LAWYERS PC ("FSG")

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- [Article - Commercial Evictions Update – Is Your Business Protected?](https://fsglawyers.com/article-commercial-evictions-update-is-your-business-protected/) - * As published in "Shop-Eat-Surf," October 21, 2020 On August 31, 2020, the California Legislature passed, and Governor Gavin Newsom signed into law Assembly Bill 3088, more commonly known as the COVID-19 Tenant Relief Act of 2020 (“CTRA”). Among other things, the CTRA enacts substantial new protections from evictions for all California residents, including prohibitions on
- [FSG's "Legal Briefing" e-newsletter - November 2015 issue](https://fsglawyers.com/fsgs-legal-briefing-e-newsletter-november-2015-issue/) - FSG's "Legal Briefing" enewsletter, November 2015 issue, is now available. Topics include: FSG represents Loomworks Apparel in acquisition Article: LA Minimum Wage Law Recent Engagements: Litigation Practice Group Orange County Transactional Network View newsletter.
- [Jennifer Stroffe selected to “Southern California Super Lawyers”](https://fsglawyers.com/jennifer-stroffe-selected-to-southern-california-super-lawyers/) - FSG LAWYERS is pleased to announce the selection of Jennifer Stroffe, shareholder, to the 2021 edition of “Southern California Super Lawyers,” an honor awarded to only 5% of lawyers statewide. Congratulations Jennifer!
- [Article - Tenants – Think Twice Before Signing That AIR Lease Form*](https://fsglawyers.com/article-tenants-think-twice-before-signing-that-air-lease-form/) - * As published in "Shop-Eat-Surf," July 2019 After searching for months, maybe even years, to find the perfect location for your new company headquarters, you finally located it and negotiated the perfect business deal with the landlord. As you wait to receive the lease from the landlord, anxiety starts to set in. Will the proposed lease
- [](https://fsglawyers.com/announcement-christopher-d-lee-joins-fsg/) - FSG is proud to announce that Christopher D. Lee, Associate has joined the firm Christopher D. Lee focuses on business and commercial litigation. Chris has extensive litigation success in state and federal courts, mediations and arbitrations throughout California for a wide variety of matters including business and commercial disputes, partnership disputes, employment, real estate, consumer
- [Tran joins FSG as Of Counsel](https://fsglawyers.com/tran-joins-fsg-as-of-counsel/) - Friedman Stroffe & Gerard, P.C. is pleased to announce that William Q. Tran has joined the firm as Of Counsel. Tran’s practice focuses on all aspects of complex business and corporate litigation in federal and state courts. Tran has represented and advised clients in a broad range of business matters and disputes, including contracts, real
- [Article "Agreements with Sales Representatives"](https://fsglawyers.com/article-agreements-with-sales-representatives/) - Most manufacturers sell their products using the services of independent sales representatives. Manufacturers need to be aware of the fact that some 35 states in the United States and Puerto Rico have passed legislation designed to ensure that independent sales representatives are paid commissions in a timely fashion in the same way that regular employees
- [Misclassification of an employee or a contractor can have severe tax and other consequences for the employer.](https://fsglawyers.com/misclassification-of-an-employee-or-a-contractor-can-have-severe-tax-and-other-consequences-for-the-employer/) - As an employer, you may need to completely re-evaluate how you engage contractors. A recent court ruling is likely to impact how the California Employment Development Department (which oversees worker classification issues for California income and employment tax purposes) will determine the employment status of a worker. Want to learn more?
- [Article "Classifying Workers: Contractors or Employees?"](https://fsglawyers.com/article-classifying-workers-contractors-or-employees/) - When hiring workers, employers sometimes choose to classify the worker as an independent contractor rather than an employee, either in the belief that it is less expensive or burdensome for the employer or at the potential worker prefers to be treated as independent contractors rather than as an employee for personal reasons or to potentially
- [FSG obtains $23 million judgment in theft, misappropriation, and fraud case](https://fsglawyers.com/fsg-obtains-23-million-judgment-in-theft-misappropriation-and-fraud-case/) - IRVINE, CA, February 27, 2015 - Friedman Stroffe & Gerard, P.C. (“FSG”) today announced that it has obtained a $23 million final judgment in a California federal court against Utah-based, SilverLeaf Financial, its CEO Shane Baldwin, and related Baldwin controlled entities, for theft, misappropriation, and fraud. Among other things, the complaint alleged that the defendants
- [FSG Victorious in Obtaining Ex Parte Appointment of Receiver and Prohibitive Injunction](https://fsglawyers.com/fsg-victorious-in-obtaining-ex-parte-appointment-of-receiver-and-prohibitive-injunction/) - FSG attorneys Jim Stroffe and Jennifer Stroffe successfully secured an order for injunction and appointment of a Receiver in a case involving multiple out-of-state defendants, with properties located in several different state jurisdictions pursuant to an ex parte application filed in the US Federal District Court for the Central District of California. By immediately mobilizing
- [Friedman Stroffe & Gerard, P.C. again selected as one of "Top Orange County Law Firms"](https://fsglawyers.com/friedman-stroffe-gerard-p-c-again-selected-as-one-of-top-orange-county-law-firms/) - For the 3rd year in a row, FSG has been selected by the Orange County Business Journal for its annual list of the top law firms in Orange County. Over 1,000 law firms, comprising over 16,000 attorneys, operate in Orange County, so ranking in the Top 100 is significant.
- [FSG’s Jim Stroffe featured in Orange County Business Journal’s “Law Firms Special Report”](https://fsglawyers.com/fsgs-jim-stroffe-featured-in-orange-county-business-journals-law-firms-special-report/) - Jim Stroffe was selected to provide his perspective in a Q&A section of the Orange County Business Journal’s “Law Firms Special Report” on March 19, 2018. Jim discussed legal trends relating to the real estate industry, employment, business litigation, and other topics in his Q&A article. The Business Journal’s Peter Brennan asked some of Orange
- [Robert Gerard and Bryan Friedman attend Surf Industry Waterman’s Ball event](https://fsglawyers.com/robert-gerard-and-bryan-friedman-attend-surf-industry-watermans-ball-event/) - FSG partners Robert Gerard and Bryan Friedman attended the 2017 “Waterman’s Ball” on August 5th at The Ranch in Laguna Beach, hosted by the Surf Industry Manufacturers Association (SIMA) . The event raised money to support 19 ocean environmental organizations and is spearheaded by the SIMA Environmental Fund. This year’s honorees included Waterman of the Year
- [Article: "Is Your Website ADA Compliant?"](https://fsglawyers.com/article-is-your-website-ada-compliant/) - By now, most businesses are aware of the obligation to have all business premises compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act, which requires that disabled persons be afforded “the full and equal enjoyment of the goods, services, facilities, privileges, advantages, or accommodations of any place of public accommodation.” Recently, the U.S. Department of Justice and
- [Friedman Stroffe & Gerard once again selected as one of OC's top law firms](https://fsglawyers.com/friedman-stroffe-gerard-once-again-selected-as-one-of-ocs-top-law-firms/) - FSG has once again been selected by the Orange County Business Journal for its annual list of the top law firms in Orange County. FSG first submitted the survey data in 2016 and the firm was immediately selected, ranking #76 in FSG's first year on the list. FSG moved up to #74 on the 2017
- [FSG adds high-profile litigator, Richard W. Millar, Jr., as Of Counsel](https://fsglawyers.com/fsg-adds-high-profile-litigator-richard-w-millar-jr-as-of-counsel/) - Richard W. Millar, Jr. has joined Friedman Stroffe & Gerard, P.C. (“FSG”) as Of Counsel. Millar will work in FSG’s Litigation and Real Estate & Construction groups. FSG is a leading transactional and litigation law firm based in Irvine.
- [Article: "Paychecks for Unpaid Interns?"](https://fsglawyers.com/article-paychecks-for-unpaid-interns/) - The days of traditional unpaid internships may be behind us. Here’s how to tell if your businesses’ internship program needs a reboot. Read the full article. Questions? Contact Susan at sarduengo@fsglawyers.com.
- [Article: LA Minimum Wage Law](https://fsglawyers.com/article-la-minimum-wage-law/) - Minimum Wage in Los Angeles Set to Increase to $15.00 by 2020. By Susan Arduengo The Los Angeles City Council and the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors have approved a measure to increase the minimum wage from $9.00 to $15.00 an hour by 2020. This nearly 67 percent increase from the current state minimum
- [Article: "Apparel Companies - Are You Prepared for a Department of Labor Audit in 2016?"](https://fsglawyers.com/article-apparel-companies-are-you-prepared-for-a-department-of-labor-audit-in-2016/) - The United States Department of Labor, Wage and Hour Division ("DOL") has announced it will be conducting random audits in 2016 within the apparel industry to determine compliance with the Fair Labor Standards Act (“FLSA”), which includes, among other things, provisions on minimum wage, overtime, equal pay, child labor and record keeping requirements. In the
- [Friedman Stroffe & Gerard selected as one of OC's top law firms](https://fsglawyers.com/friedman-stroffe-gerard-selected-as-one-of-o-c-s-top-law-firms/) - IRVINE, CA, FEBRUARY 8, 2016 --- Friedman Stroffe & Gerard, P.C. (FSG) has been selected by the Orange County Business Journal for its annual list of the top law firms in Orange County. The list is compiled by Orange County Business Journal staff through surveys distributed to and completed by local law firms. This is the first
- [Jennifer Stroffe heads “Capital Markets - How and Where Deals Are Getting Done” panel at Real Estate conference](https://fsglawyers.com/jennifer-stroffe-heads-capital-markets-how-and-where-deals-are-getting-done-panel-at-real-estate-conference/) - IRVINE, CA, FEBRUARY 24, 2016 --- The big question on everyone’s mind at last week’s Orange County State of the Market real estate conference in Irvine was what to expect in the year ahead. Over 300 commercial real estate professionals attended the event. Friedman Stroffe & Gerard shareholder and attorney Jennifer Stroffe, who moderated the
- [Real Estate Conference: "Orange County State of the Market"](https://fsglawyers.com/real-estate-conference-orange-county-state-of-the-market/) - Thursday, Feb. 18, 8:00-11:00 a.m. 2600 Michaelson Drive, Irvine, CA 92612 Friedman Stroffe & Gerard (FSG) invites our clients and friends of the firm to attend this conference, which features leading national and local figures in real estate. Over 300 people are expected to attend this event.Speakers will include FSG’s Jennifer Stroffe and top
- [Jennifer V. Stroffe promoted to Shareholder](https://fsglawyers.com/jennifer-v-stroffe-promoted-to-shareholder/) - Jennifer V. Stroffe has been promoted to Shareholder at Friedman Stroffe & Gerard, P.C., a leading transactional and litigation law firm based in Irvine.
- [Article - Beware of Mistletoe at the Office Holiday Party](https://fsglawyers.com/article-beware-of-mistletoe-at-the-office-holiday-party/) - Susan Arduengo explains how action sports employers can throw a festive holiday party without a legal hangover. Read article, reprinted with permission from Shop-Eat-Surf.com.
- [New Hire: Anthony S. Chavez](https://fsglawyers.com/new-hires-anthony-s-chavez/) - FSG is pleased to announce the addition of Anthony S. Chavez as an Associate. Anthony’s practice focuses on commercial litigation. He represents clients in state and federal court in connection with various business, commercial, and contractual matters. Prior to joining FSG, he was an associate attorney at a large firm in Los Angeles, California specializing in
- [Surf Industry Waterman’s Underwriting Event](https://fsglawyers.com/surf-industry-watermans-underwriting-event/) - The annual SIMA Waterman’s Underwriting party was held recently at The Ranch in Laguna Beach last week, attended by more than 80 top surf industry executives. Funds were raised by guests underwriting specific portions of the Waterman’s Weekend like the event program. Bryan Friedman and Robert Gerard attended on behalf of FSG.
- [Bill Tran joins FSG as Of Counsel](https://fsglawyers.com/new-hires-william-q-tran/) - FSG is pleased to announce that William Q. Tran has joined the firm as Of Counsel. Bill’s practice focuses on all aspects of complex business and corporate litigation in federal and state courts. Bill has represented and advised clients in a broad range of business matters and disputes, including contracts, real estate, consumer claims and class
- [Recent Speeches](https://fsglawyers.com/upcoming-speeches/) - OCCSEA (Overseas Chinese Civil and Structural Engineering Association), Orange County chapter – Bill Tran, Of Counsel, and Andrew Nelson, Associate, spoke June 28th on “10 Must-Have Clauses in Your Engineering or Design Contracts” and “Avoiding, Minimizing and Resolving Construction Disputes” (respectively). They will also speak to the OCCSEA Los Angeles chapter in July on the same
- [FSG partner Robert Gerard attends SIMA's "Surf Summit 18"](https://fsglawyers.com/fsg-partner-robert-gerard-attends-simas-surf-summit-18/) - FSG partner and well-known surf industry expert Robert Gerard attended "Surf Summit 18," held in San Jose del Cabo, Mexico, May 13-16, 2015 for 3 days of networking, seminars, special events -- and surfing! The event was hosted by the Surf Industry Manufacturers Association (SIMA) and Board Retailers Association (BRA). SIMA is the trade association of competing
- [Recent Engagements](https://fsglawyers.com/recent-engagements/) - Litigation Practice Group: FSG’s Litigation Practice Group provides practical legal advice to achieve our clients’ business objectives in an economically reasonable manner either through early resolution of disputes or through zealous advocacy in the courts. Current and recent matters that our Litigation Practice Group attorneys have handled include: Corporate governance/control disputes: One recent case involves
- [FSG represents Loomworks Apparel in acquisition](https://fsglawyers.com/fsg-represents-loomworks-apparel-in-acquisition/) - Friedman Stroffe & Gerard represents Loomworks Apparel in acquisition by Delta Galil Industries
- [Chavez joins FSG as Associate](https://fsglawyers.com/chavez-joins-fsg-as-associate/) - Friedman Stroffe & Gerard, P.C. is pleased to announce that Anthony S. Chavez has joined the firm as an Associate. Chavez’s practice focuses on commercial litigation. Chavez represents clients in state and federal court in connection with various business, commercial, and contractual matters. Prior to joining FSG, Chavez was an associate attorney at a large
- ["How to Protect Your Business from Staffing Company Wage and Hour Violations"](https://fsglawyers.com/article-how-to-protect-your-business-from-staffing-company-wage-and-hour-violations/) - A new CA law imposes joint liability on both the staffing company and the business for the staffing company’s wage and hour violations and/or failure to secure workers’ compensation coverage
- [Recent Engagements - Employment & Labor](https://fsglawyers.com/recent-engagements-employment-labor/) - Wage & Hour Class Action Our Employment & Labor Practice Group has spent much of the last two years handling numerous large class action lawsuits in which current and former employees have sued employers based on their failure to comply with California’s very technical legal requirements concerning meal and rest breaks. These requirements are a very
- [Infringement of Intellectual Property](https://fsglawyers.com/infringement-of-intellectual-property/) - Shop-eat-surf.com, a leading on-line source of business news and information for action sports executives, recently published an article by FSG shareholder Bryan Friedman. In the article “Infringement of Intellectual Property” Bryan explains: "It is important for the creative people in the industry to understand the boundaries of fair interpretation, and not infringe on other people’s
- [Selling Your Business: How to Bridge the Seller vs. Buyer Price Gap?](https://fsglawyers.com/selling-your-business-how-to-bridge-the-seller-vs-buyer-price-gap/) - There comes a time when a business owner wants to take advantage of his/her hard work and is ready to cash out of the business. However, even when a buyer is found there are valuation issues and a number of legal concerns to address in order to protect the owner. What can you do when
- [Prominent business litigator Robert Adel joins FSG](https://fsglawyers.com/prominent-business-litigator-robert-adel-joins-fsg/) - Prominent business litigation attorney Robert E. Adel has joined Friedman Stroffe & Gerard, P.C. Adel most recently was a shareholder at the international law firm of Greenberg Traurig. Adel is another in the group of high-profile attorneys that could be called “big firm refugees,” those who have recently left large national law firms because their
- [FSG represents action sports apparel company Brixton in investment deal](https://fsglawyers.com/fsg-represents-action-sports-apparel-company-brixton-in-investment-deal/) - Friedman Stroffe & Gerard represents action sports apparel company Brixton in investment deal with Altamont Capital Partners
- [Jennifer Stroffe Discusses Impact of New Office Leasing Trends](https://fsglawyers.com/jennifer-stroffe-discusses-impact-of-new-office-leasing-trends/) - FSG attorney Jennifer Stroffe was recently featured in an article discussing "creative office" spaces in Orange County. In the article, "Should You Model Your Office After a Skateboard Company's?", she points out that action sports companies have been some of the first to push to fully integrated creative offices. This trend is being driven by
- [“Orange County Office of the Future” Seminar a Smashing Success](https://fsglawyers.com/orange-county-office-of-the-future-seminar-a-smashing-success/) - Over 250 people attended the “Orange County Office of the Future” seminar last week,co-hosted by Friedman Stroffe & Gerard, P.C. at The gen2 Building in Irvine. The seminar featured leading national and local figures in real estate, offering insights into one of real estate’s hottest topics. Speakers included Friedman Stroffe & Gerard’s Jennifer Stroffe and
- [“Orange County Office of the Future” seminar on Tuesday, September 30](https://fsglawyers.com/orange-county-office-of-the-future-seminar-on-tuesday-september-30/) - Friedman Stroffe & Gerard, P.C. would like to invite our clients and friends of the firm to attend an “Orange County Office of the Future” seminar on Tuesday, September 30, 8:00-11:00 a.m. at The gen2 Building in Irvine. Over 200 people are expected to attend this event, which features leading national and local figures in real
- [Surf Industry Waterman’s Ball event](https://fsglawyers.com/surf-industry-watermans-ball-event/) - (photo: Bryan and Sandy Friedman, Jim and Gayle Stroffe and Robin Gerard enjoy supporting the Waterman’s Ball) FSG attorneys and family members recently attended the 25th annual “Waterman’s Ball” on August 9, 2014 at the Ritz-Carlton in Orange County. More than 600 surf industry executives and friends of the environment attended the event, which raises
- [“Minimum Wage Increase Effective July 1st!" article by Robert Gerard](https://fsglawyers.com/minimum-wage-increase-effective-july-1st-article-by-robert-gerard/) - Action Sports employers need to prepare for the state minimum wage increase, which goes into effect on July 1, 2014. On that date, California’s minimum wage increases to $9 per hour from the existing minimum wage of $8 per hour. The federal minimum wage is $7.25 per hour, but when state and federal laws differ,
- ["Legal Briefing" enewsletter - May 2014](https://fsglawyers.com/legal-briefing-enewsletter-may-2014/) - This communication is another tool that we use to inform our clients and colleagues of recent legal developments and useful concepts to help manage their business and personal affairs. In this issue: Article: "Infringement of Intellectual Property," by Bryan M. Friedman (discover the boundaries to minimize financial exposure) Article: "Selling Your Business: How to Bridge the Seller vs.
- [Bryan Friedman at Agenda action sports trade show](https://fsglawyers.com/bryan-friedman-and-christa-perez-at-agenda-action-sports-trade-show/) - The action sports industry’s “Agenda” trade show was held recently in Los Angeles with over 600 brands that appealed to a wide swath of youth culture showing lines under one roof. FSG partner Bryan Friedman attended on behalf of the firm. According to Shop-eat-surf.com, Agenda's Mike Carter, VP of Sales & Marketing, said it was
- [“Remember – Engage an Attorney to Review Your Lease" article by David King](https://fsglawyers.com/remember-engage-an-attorney-to-review-your-lease-article-by-david-king/) - This is the time of year when retailers and other business owners look carefully at their expansion plans for the upcoming year, begin scouting potential new locations, and perhaps even begin substantive lease negotiations with landlords concerning expansion, contraction, relocation and additional premises. Surprisingly, many will not engage the services of a qualified attorney to
- [“Time to Update Employee Handbooks" article by Gerard and Costanzo](https://fsglawyers.com/time-to-update-employee-handbooks-article-by-gerard-and-costanzo/) - Year-end is a good time for employers to be reminded of the importance of having an Employee Handbook that is up-to-date and in compliance with changes in the law.
- [FSG shows support at Surf Industry Manufacturers Association event](https://fsglawyers.com/fsg-shows-support-at-surf-industry-manufacturers-association-event/) - The Surf Industry Manufacturers Association (SIMA) 2013 “Waterman’s Ball” was held recently. FSG partners Bryan Friedman and Robert Gerard attended.
- [Shop-eat-surf.com (for action sports executives) publishes Bryan Friedman article](https://fsglawyers.com/shop-eat-surf-com-for-action-sports-executives-publishes-bryan-friedman-article/) - Shop-eat-surf.com (info for action sports executives) has published an article "Infringement of Intellectual Property" by FSG shareholder Bryan Friedman.
- [Gerard to speak at OCBA’s Labor & Employment and Entertainment, Sports & Marketing joint meeting](https://fsglawyers.com/robert-gerard-to-speak-at-joint-meeting-of-ocbas-labor-and-employment-and-entertainment-sports-marketing-law-sections/) - Robert Gerard will be discussing the contractual provisions, terminology, and legalities of athlete sponsorship deals within the action sports industry for the OCBA
- [FSG Attorney Jennifer Stroffe Re-Elected to Executive Board of CREW-Orange County](https://fsglawyers.com/fsg-attorney-jennifer-stroffe-re-elected-to-executive-board-of-crew-orange-county/) - Jennifer Stroffe, FSG real estate attorney, has been re-elected to the Executive Board of Directors of the Commercial Real Estate Women-Orange County (CREW-OC)
- [FSG Real Estate Attorney Jennifer Stroffe to Speak at ICSC Western Division Conference](https://fsglawyers.com/fsg-real-estate-attorney-jennifer-stroffe-to-speak-at-icsc-western-division-conference/) - As any retail professional knows, this year’s International Council of Shopping Centers (“ICSC”) Western Division Conference is being held in San Diego from September 19th-21st. This year’s ICSC conference theme is “Faster, Higher, Stronger” in honor of the London 2012 Olympic Games, and will include relationship building opportunities and educational seminars for attendees. As a
- [FSG Real Estate Department Negotiates Favorable Early Lease Termination](https://fsglawyers.com/fsg-real-estate-department-negotiates-favorable-early-lease-termination-for-san-diego-restaurant-client/) - The FSG Real Estate Department successfully negotiated the early termination of a commercial lease for a San Diego based restaurant client, saving the client well in excess of $175,000 and avoiding costly litigation in the process. Although the restaurant operations were underwater, the lease guaranty was amply supported by a healthy personal financial statement and
- [Motion for Summary Adjudication on Payment Bond Claim Granted in Public Works Action](https://fsglawyers.com/news-item-june-18-2012/) - FSG litigation attorney Kimberly Wind represented a structural concrete subcontractor in a payment dispute against the general contractor and its surety, as well as the County of Los Angeles arising out the construction of a public works project. Ms. Wind was granted summary adjudication by the court on the payment bond action and she obtained
- [FSG Real Estate Attorney Jennifer Stroffe Interviewed by CRE Radio](https://fsglawyers.com/fsg-real-estate-attorney-jennifer-stroffe-interviewed-by-cre-radio/) - On June 27, 2012, Jennifer Stroffe, a member of FSG’s Real Estate & Construction Group, was interviewed by CRE Radio as part of a panel comprised of some of the nation’s top women leaders in commercial real estate on the topic “Can Women Break the Glass Ceiling on Commercial Real Estate?” Jennifer was selected for
- [Coastal Commission Loses Another One](https://fsglawyers.com/news-item-june-25a-2012/) - The residents of Bay Island in Newport Harbor have won an important battle against the California Coastal Commission. They defeated an attempt by the Commission to take property rights from Bay Island and from the City of Newport Beach in violation of a previous court decision and of the California Coastal Act. This victory is
- [Orange County Business Journal Recognizes Jennifer Stroffe as a “Women In Business” Nominee](https://fsglawyers.com/news-item-june-22-2012/) - In the May 7, 2012 issue of the Orange County Business Journal, Jennifer Stroffe was recognized as a prestigious “Women In Business” Nominee. Jennifer was nominated for her specialization in the negotiation and closing of commercial real estate transactions as part of the FSG Real Estate Group and for her accomplishments during her presidency of

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- [Newsletters](https://fsglawyers.com/news/newsletters/) - Recent issues of FSG's "Legal Briefing" newsletter and announcements: November 2020: Commercial Evictions Update – Is Your Business Protected? July 2019: Tenants – Think Twice Before Signing That AIR Lease Form December 2018: Announcement - Cynthia Lane joins firm as Senior Counsel September 2018: Manufacturer Alert! June 2018: Misclassification of an Employee April 2018: FSG selected
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- [James D. Stroffe](https://fsglawyers.com/attorneys/james-d-stroffe/) - Shareholder James D. Stroffe is a shareholder of FSG LAWYERS and chairs the Real Estate & Construction Practice Group. Jim has over 30 years’ experience in real estate related transactions and litigation, corporate litigation management, development management, financial management and analysis, project and property management, and business administration. Practice Groups Real Estate & Construction Litigation Experience
- [Articles](https://fsglawyers.com/news/articles/) - Articles archive: Article – Tenants – Think Twice Before Signing That AIR Lease Form Apparel Companies - Are You Prepared for a Department of Labor Audit in 2016? Paychecks for Unpaid Interns? "How Lender Actions Will Affect The Market In 2016," Orange County State of the Market real estate conference, February 2016 Beware of Mistletoe
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- [Action Sports](https://fsglawyers.com/industries/action-sports/) - FSG’s Action Sports Practice Group provides full-service legal solutions. Clients include surfers, skiers, snowboarders,skaters, sponsors and leading apparel companies.
- [Overview](https://fsglawyers.com/overview/) - At FSG, we view our clients’ legal issues from a practical business perspective. We understand that our job is to support our clients in achieving their objectives in an efficient and cost-effective manner. We have the skill and resources, however, to move quickly on large and sophisticated matters when our clients’ needs require it. FSG
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- [Litigation](https://fsglawyers.com/practices/litigation/) - At FSG, we view litigation as a tool for achieving your business objectives. FSG attorneys provide practical and constructive legal advice to achieve your business objectives in an economically reasonable manner either through seeking early, economically realistic resolution of disputes or through zealous advocacy in the courts. Our Litigation Practice Group offers you a broad
- [Employment & Labor](https://fsglawyers.com/practices/labor-employment/) - At FSG, our Employment & Labor Practice Group represents management in all aspects of employment counseling and litigation. We serve clients engaged in diverse industries such as apparel (including numerous surfwear companies) retail, health care, banking, pharmaceutical, research and development, computer hardware manufacture and software development, recreation, entertainment, and construction on the local, national, and
- [Real Estate & Construction](https://fsglawyers.com/practices/real-property-construction/) - At FSG, no matter your real estate needs, our Real Estate & Construction Practice Group works closely with you to identify your objectives and assist you in meeting your goals in a professional and cost-effective manner. FSG’s Real Estate & Construction Practice Group represents real estate owners, developers, investors, landlords, tenants, managers, borrowers, contractors/subcontractors, construction
- [Intellectual Property](https://fsglawyers.com/practices/intellectual-property/) - At FSG, our Intellectual Property Practice Group actively engages in the procurement, protection, exploitation and enforcement of intellectual property rights, providing advice and counseling in trademark, copyright, trade dress and unfair competition matters, both domestically and abroad. As a result of decades of practical experience, our attorneys can assist clients in obtaining the appropriate intellectual
- [Corporate & Business](https://fsglawyers.com/practices/corporate-business/) - At FSG, our Corporate and Business Practice Group provides a complete range of services to assist businesses in their day-to-day operations, from the routine to the complex. We strive to provide practical solutions to the wide variety of legal issues facing our business clients. FSG’s Corporate and Business Practice Group handles all types of business transactions,
- [Disclaimer: “Legal Briefing” newsletter](https://fsglawyers.com/disclaimer-legal-briefing-newsletter/) - The “Legal Briefing“ newsletter is prepared for informational purposes only and should not be construed as legal advice or legal opinion. Its contents should not be acted upon without specific professional advice from legal counsel. Transmission of this information is not intended to create, and receipt does not constitute, an attorney-client relationship. All content is
- [Community Involvement](https://fsglawyers.com/news/community-involvement/) - CRF Mock Trial Award FSG and Partner David Hunt are pleased to congratulate Jennifer DeMesa from Santa Ana High School for her excellence award as a student witness in the Orange County Mock Trial Program sponsored and presented by the Orange County Constitutional Rights Foundation. Jennifer participated in the program for the first time this
- [Seminars & Events](https://fsglawyers.com/news/seminars-events/) - FSG Real Estate Attorney Jennifer Stroffe to Speak at ICSC Western Division Conference As any retail professional knows, this year’s International Council of Shopping Centers (“ICSC”) Western Division Conference is being held in San Diego from September 19th-21st. This year’s ICSC conference theme is “Faster, Higher, Stronger” in honor of the London 2012 Olympic Games,
- [Awards & Honors](https://fsglawyers.com/news/awards-honors/)
- [Results](https://fsglawyers.com/news/results/) - FSG Victorious in Obtaining Ex Parte Appointment of Receiver and Prohibitive Injunction FSG attorneys Jim Stroffe, David Hunt, Jennifer Stroffe and Andrew Nelson successfully secured an order for injunction and appointment of a Receiver in a case involving multiple out-of-state defendants, with properties located in several different state jurisdictions pursuant to an ex parte application
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