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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

September 26, 2025

Tania Ochoa Named Partner at Olivarez Madruga Law Organization, LLP (OMLO)

Los Angeles law firm Olivarez Madruga Law Organization, LLP (OMLO) is pleased to announce that it has elevated Tania Ochoa to Partner of the firm. “Over the course of her time at OMLO, Tania has ...... Read More

September 15, 2025

Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month: How Mendez v. Westminster School District of Orange County Ended Segregation in California Schools

As a certified minority-owned law firm, OMLO is proud to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, which takes place from September 15 through October 15, and to highlight the culture and contributions of those whose ancestors came ...... Read More