No matter the problem.
We find a solution.
Our firm is equipped to guide clients through every stage of their legal journey, from initial consultation to final resolution, whether through negotiation, litigation, or alternative dispute resolution. Our diverse practice areas allow us to serve individuals, businesses, and organizations of all sizes, helping them achieve successful outcomes in an increasingly complex legal environment. By maintaining a client-first philosophy, we ensure that every aspect of our practice is geared toward delivering exceptional service and results. No matter the challenge, Wilcox Dunakin Chrisopoulos, LLP is dedicated to being the legal partner our clients can rely on.
State Bar Defense
Our team specializes in defending attorneys facing disciplinary actions from the State Bar of California, including matters involving professional misconduct, moral character assessments, and conviction-related issues. With extensive experience from within the Office of Chief Trial Counsel, we are uniquely equipped to navigate the State Bar Court system. We provide strategic, thorough representation from the initial investigation through trial, working to protect our clients' careers and professional standing.
Insurance Coverage
We provide expert counsel in a wide range of insurance coverage matters, representing both carriers and insureds in complex liability disputes, subrogation claims, bad faith litigation, and declaratory judgment actions. Our experience spans various lines of insurance, including commercial, personal, and professional liability coverage. Beyond litigation, we advise clients on coverage issues such as the duty to defend, loss allocation, and policy interpretation, ensuring they make informed decisions that minimize risk.
Civil Litigation
We handle a broad range of civil litigation matters, representing clients in state and federal courts, arbitration, mediation, and administrative proceedings. With a focus on creative and effective strategies, every case is led by a senior attorney to ensure top-tier representation. We offer pre-litigation services like risk assessments and legal consultations, helping clients avoid costly disputes before they escalate. Whether you're facing a lawsuit or seeking to mitigate potential risks, we are here to provide dedicated support and achieve the best possible outcome.
Employment
We provide comprehensive counsel and litigation services for both employers and employees in navigating the complexities of employment law. Our expertise covers a wide range of issues, including wrongful termination, wage and hour disputes, discrimination, trade secret protection, and compliance with workplace regulations. Whether advising on employee handbooks, severance agreements, or defending against claims, we are committed to delivering tailored, practical solutions for today’s challenging work environment.
Insurance Defense
We provides expert insurance defense, representing insureds in a wide range of civil litigation cases, from minor slip and fall incidents to catastrophic injury and wrongful death claims. As panel counsel and qualified Cumis counsel under Civil Code § 2860, we deliver comprehensive defense strategies, aggressively pursuing discovery, early liability analysis, and resolution options. Our team is dedicated to protecting insureds through every phase of litigation, including mediation, arbitration, trial, and appeal.
Professional Liability
A significant part of our practice is dedicated to defending professionals such as attorneys, architects, engineers, accountants, and more in professional liability claims. We handle cases both under errors and omissions policies and for self-insured professionals, focusing on sensitive issues that can impact our clients' reputations. From early case strategy to vigorous trial defense, we prioritize protecting our clients' businesses and ensuring a cost-effective resolution whenever possible.
