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Parker Shaffie LLP partner Shawn Shaffie was quoted in a Daily Journal article May 15, 2025 by Skyler Romero regarding the City of Los Angeles's challenge to the reversal of a Deputy City Attorney's suspension. The article, titled "LA challenges deputy city attorneys suspension reversal," details the City's efforts to contest the overturning of Craig J. Miller's 21-day suspension for incidents of sexual harrassment.

Parker Shaffie LLP senior attorney, Kevin Kayhanian and senior counsel, Brandon Brousseau recently published a piece entitled "Public Policy Considerations in California's Mediation Privilege." The article was featured recently in the Daily Journal. This article tackles a crucial and evolving discussion within California's legal landscape related to the mediation privilege. Their comprehensive analysis explores both sides of this complex issue: promoting efficiency, shielding Malpractice and the ongoing debate.

Parker Shaffie LLP is proud to announce its sponsorship of the California Lawyers Association's Pathways to the Bench program! Considering a career as a state or federal judge? Then register and join us for Pathways to the Bench, a dynamic event on June 6, 2025 at the James M. Carter and Judith N. Keep U.S. Courthouse in San Diego.

It's time for license renewal and CTAPP certification! Are you up-to-date on your Client Trust Account Protection Program (CTAPP) obligations and trust account management?

Parker Shaffie LLP’s Shawn Shaffie, has been recognized by the Los Angeles Daily Journal as one of the top professional responsibility attorneys in the field for 2025. This prestigious recognition highlights Shawn Shaffie's significant contributions to the field of professional liability.

Parker Shaffie LLP’s founder David Parker, has been recognized by the Los Angeles Daily Journal as one of the top professional responsibility attorneys in the field for 2025. This recognition highlights Parker's decades of experience and expertise in handling complex malpractice and professional responsibility cases.

We're thrilled to announce that David Parker and Shawn Shaffie have both been named 2025 Super Lawyers in practice area of Professional Liability for Plaintiffs. This prestigious recognition is a significant achievement, notably, because they are the only partners from the same firm to receive this honor in this practice area.

Since 1995, we've been dedicated to providing our clients with top-tier legal services, driven by integrity and a commitment to achieving the best possible outcomes. This anniversary is a testament to the strong relationships we've built and the successes we've shared with you. Thank You!

Joel will present part of a program which delves into the ethical challenges surrounding conflicts of interest, examining how to recognize, prevent, and manage these situations effectively. Amongst other things, it will address the ABA Model Rules 1.1, 1.13, 1.7, 1.9, 1.10 and 1.18. 

As we welcome a New Year, we reflect on a year filled with growth (personally, professionally, and firm-wide), achievements, and meaningful connections. From successfully navigating complex cases to expanding practice areas, and championing justice for our clients, 2024 was a testament to our unwavering commitment to integrity, excellence, and the pursuit of justice.