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Holly Gilani

HOLLY GILANI, Attorney (Of Counsel)

Education:
Bachelor of Arts Degree in French, California Lutheran University
Juris Doctorate (J.D. ’92), Whittier Law School, Whittier CA

  • Whittier Law Review
  • Moot Court Honors Board
  • Dean’s List
  • Dean’s Merit & General Scholarship

L.L.M., Harvard Law School (L.L.M. ’93);

  • Member of Harvard International Law Journal
  • Member of the International Law Society

Fluent in English, French and Persian (Farsi), knowledge of Spanish and Arabic.

Practice Areas:
Since 1994, Ms. Gilani has specialized as corporate counsel to international technology, real estate and stock brokerage firms.  During this time, Ms. Gilani negotiated and drafted agreements pertaining to mergers and acquisitions of mid-sized companies; and drafted stock purchase and partnership agreements.  She has advised corporate CEOs on matters ranging from commercial transactions to internal  employment policies and issues.

Ms. Gilani’s has had success with our clients’ civil litigation skills in complex business disputes in both state and federal courts and has

handled all phases of litigation including drafting pleadings, arguing motions, drafting discovery requests and responses, taking and defending depositions, and conducting trials, arbitrations and mediations.

Publications:
Note, Idaho v. Wright:  The Right to Confrontation under the Sixth Amendment to the United States Constitution, 13 Whittier L. Rev., 489 (1992).
Professional and Community Associations:
American Bar Association
California Bar Association
World Affairs Council

Admissions:
California State Bar – 1992
District of Columbia Bar
Federal District Court – 1992

Client Quotes

  • Leslie Foote – "Up to date knowledge, always responsive, friendly."
  • Beverly Toy – "Jill is very knowledgeable and practical – Glad we found her."
  • Dirmali Botejue – "Easy access to advice and excellent knowledge on the subject."
  • Don Sheridan – "Honesty, dedication and knowledge. You are truly amazing."
  • Judy Michael – " Your unbelievable knowledge and caring for your clients."
  • Joan McCauley – "Personal attention."
  • David Young – "Appreciate your follow-up."
  • Dietrich Buss – "The expertise on living trusts."
  • Ken Batinovich – "Clear, knowledgeable, pleasing presentation."
  • Robert & Kay Johnson – "Individual personal services from Jillyn and the staff."
  • Verna H. Dougherty – "Very thorough. Great advice and information."
  • Paula Zintl – "Good information about our specific issues with disabled children."
  • Doreen Kaller – "Straight forward information and professional treatment."
  • Josie Togle – "The expertise, knowledgeable, and personable."
  • Annette Batinovich – "You! You are the BEST. You posses a practical expertise."
  • Edward & Susan Conway – "You know the answers to help us."
  • Don Knapp – "Always up to date in these fast paced and volatile times."
  • Carol Netta – "Jillyn's knowledge. Always does a terrific job of explaining everything."
  • Winona Walton – "Thorough and straight forward approach."
  • Ken Carr – "Your sincere honesty makes me feel good! 5 stars!"
  • Joan Karr – "The feelings of being comfortable with having your firm prepare our trust."
  • Gerald McClellan – "Personal interest."
  • Nancy Christian – "Friendly, competent, complete, trustworthy."
  • Andrew F. Washington – "The personalized living trust."
  • Cynthia Carson – "Personal aspect… Listening skills and her responding to my needs."
  • Maureen Turk – "Knowledge & accessibility."
  • Ron Spink – Value your perspective on how personal goals can be met."
  • Bill LaFave – "Professional and knowledgeable."
  • Lynne Spink – "Up to date information and easily understood explanation."
  • Lee Hobbs – "Trust in ability and competence."

Hess-Verdon & Associates
A Professional Law Corp.
620 NEWPORT CENTER DRIVE, SUITE 1030
NEWPORT BEACH, CA 92660
(949) 706-7300 FAX (949) 706-7373