September 17, 2014
Attorney Lloyd Pilchen Honored at Pro Bono Awards
On September 10, 2014, Olivarez Madruga attorney, Lloyd Pilchen, was honored at the Public Counsel Pro Bono Awards for his work with its Early Care and Education Law Program. Specifically, for spearheading Public Counsel’s work ...... Read More
April 17, 2014
Associate Elliot Field Joins the Bench for a Day at Loyola Law School
On April 9, 2014, OM associate Elliot Field volunteered to serve as a judge for Loyola Law School’s first year students’ oral argument exercise. Organized by Legal Writing Program Director and Clinical Professor Cindy Archer, ...... Read More
March 18, 2014
Olivarez Madruga Attorneys Quoted in Daily Journal
State pension fund letter over courts’ use of retirees stirs concern... Read More
February 28, 2014
Rick R. Olivarez Elected to NALEO Educational Fund Board of Directors
In February, Managing Partner Rick R. Olivarez attended a NALEO Educational Fund event in Washington D.C. to witness the presentation of the Edward R. Roybal Award for Outstanding Public Service. Mr. Olivarez was recently elected ...... Read More
February 10, 2014
Congratulations Super Lawyer Thomas M. Madruga
Olivarez Madruga is pleased to announce that Tom Madruga has been elected for the 2014 Super Lawyers list, marking the 7th year of this achievement for Tom. We’re proud to have this exceptional attorney helping ...... Read More
January 14, 2014
2014 Legislation Update
Governor Jerry Brown, during the 2013 session of the California State Legislature, signed numerous bills into law, the majority of which became effective January 1, 2014. This legislation update summarizes the relevant new laws that ...... Read More
September 16, 2013
5 Recent Changes to Education Law
Education law is constantly changing to reflect changes in technology and the way children learn. While these new laws are set to help children acquire a better education, legal guidelines related to education can make ...... Read More
September 10, 2013
How the Brown Act Affects Parents
Parents who live in the state of California should be aware of their rights under the Brown Act (the “Act”). The Act, which was passed by the California Legislature, guarantees the right of the public ...... Read More
August 7, 2013
Let’s bring the Brown Act into the 21st century
Both lauded and maligned—and perhaps occasionally violated—the Brown Act has been an integral part of California politics for over half a century. The Ralph M. Brown Act, often referred to as California’s “open meetings law,” was ...... Read More
July 9, 2013
The Benefits Of Mediation Over Traditional Courtroom Proceedings
Compared to the tense nature of litigation, mediation offers a valuable tool for alternative methods of dispute resolution. Mediation involves the two disputing parties getting together and discussing the issues at hand with a trained ...... Read More
July 9, 2013
Why Construction Disputes Are Better Resolved Through Mediation
Working as contractors, project owners, sureties and even lenders unfortunately puts some construction professionals at risk for legal disputes. Disputes over the specifics of the job, the cost of the job, change orders as the ...... Read More