March 11, 2026
Tania Ochoa Secures Significant Appeal Victory in High-Exposure LAUSD Case
OMLO partner Tania Ochoa recently notched an important appellate victory on behalf of the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) when the Second District Court of Appeal granted a Writ Petition concerning the trial court’s ...... Read More
March 1, 2026
Celebrating Women’s History Month at OMLO
In honor of Women’s History Month, OMLO recognizes the remarkable women who have transformed the American legal landscape through their courage and determination. Since Arabella Mansfield first broke barriers in 1869 as the first woman ...... Read More
February 20, 2026
Six OMLO Attorneys Named to 2026 Southern California “Super Lawyers” and “Rising Stars” Lists
OMLO is proud to announce that Rick R. Olivarez, Tom M. Madruga, Terence J. Gallagher, Colin E. Barr, Lloyd Pilchen have been named to the 2026 Southern California “Super Lawyers” list. This list recognizes the ...... Read More
February 1, 2026
Celebrating Black History Month
In recognition of the importance of Black History Month and the impact of African-American communities on our nation’s history and culture, OMLO is proud to highlight the significant contributions and achievements of African-American legislators in ...... Read More
January 22, 2026
Rick Olivarez Elected to Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute (CHCI) Board of Directors
OMLO is proud to announce that Managing Partner Rick R. Olivarez has been elected to serve on the Board of Directors for the Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute (CHCI) for the 2026-2027 term. Founded in 1978, ...... Read More
November 17, 2025
OMLO Named to Los Angeles Business Journal’s 2025 List of the “Most Admired Law Firms to Work For”
The firm is pleased to share that for the fifth consecutive year, OMLO has been named to the Los Angeles Business Journal’s annual “Most Admired Law Firms to Work For” list. Each year, this coveted ...... Read More
November 6, 2025
OMLO Achieves Rankings in 2026 Edition of “Best Law Firms”
The firm is pleased to announce that it has been named in the 2026 edition of “Best Law Firms.” Produced by Best Lawyers®, the edition recognized OMLO as a leading firm for the following practice ...... Read More
November 6, 2025
Paloma Perez-McEvoy Publishes “Quality Over Quantity: How Boutique Law Firms Keep Redefining Excellence” in The Los Angeles and San Francisco Daily Journal
The firm is pleased to announce that Paloma Perez-McEvoy’s article “Quality over quantity: How boutique law firms keep redefining excellence” was published by the Los Angeles and San Francisco Daily Journal in their 2025 “Top ...... Read More
October 27, 2025
OMLO celebrates Darren Soto’s honor of the 2025 Edward R. Roybal Award for Outstanding Public Service
OMLO congratulates United States Congressman Darren Soto of Florida, on his recognition of the NALEO Edward R. Roybal Award for Outstanding Public Service. The award is a highlight of the National Association of Latino Elected ...... Read More
October 20, 2025
LA Times Studios Names OMLO to 2025 “Top 125 Largest Law Firms in LA County” List
The firm is pleased to share that it has been named to LA Times Studios’ 2025 list of the “Top 125 Largest Law Firms in LA County.” The list is based on attorney headcount within ...... Read More
October 8, 2025
Expansion of School Districts’ Duties Regarding Reporting and Handling of Sexual Misconduct Matters
Effective January 1, 2026, Senate Bill (“SB”) 848 adds new requirements and duties for local educational agencies (“LEAs”) with regard to: reporting and handling sexual misconduct by employees, expanding the definitions of “violent crime” and ...... Read More
September 29, 2025
With Legislative Decrease in the Applicable State Excise Tax, Cannabis Retailers Receive Some Re“leaf” to Mounting Operating Costs
By: Shelley Preisler Due to state legislation enacted in 2022, cannabis retailers saw a significant increase to the state excise tax beginning July 1, 2025. However, the rate will return to 15% on October 1, ...... Read More