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Kjar, McKenna, & Stockalper, LLP at the 2026 ASCDC Installation & Awards Gala
KMS attends the 2026 ASCDC Installation & Awards Gala on February 7th, 2026 at the Intercontinental Hotel in DTLA. The evening was a memorable celebration of excellence, leadership, and the future of the defense community. We were honored to join our colleagues in recognizing the individuals and organizations who are making remarkable contributions to the…
Read MoreGreg Emdee and Jim Kjar Secure Defense Verdict Limiting Damages in Admitted-Liability Legal Malpractice Case
In a complex legal malpractice matter arising from a real estate transaction, the defendant law firm acknowledged negligence but disputed the scope of damages. The plaintiff alleged losses exceeding $1 million, claiming a missed development opportunity. After a lengthy trial, Greg Emdee and Jim Kjar successfully demonstrated that any damages should be limited. The court…
Read MoreAli Martino and Jim Kjar secure a defense verdict on behalf of their plastic surgeon client and defeat Plaintiff’s motion mid-trial to add a cause of action for medical battery
Plaintiff was a prominent entertainer promoted by Rolling Stone Magazine and other media outlets in the music industry, who had silicone breast implants placed by the Defendant Plastic Surgeon in the year 2000 by as part of an Adjunct Study Protocol. The implants then ruptured 17 years later. Plaintiff argued that the silicone implants caused…
Read MoreKjar, McKenna & Stockalper, LLP Celebrates the 2025 Partner Dinner and Welcomes Two New Partners, Chaena Dade and Andrew Carter
Kjar, McKenna & Stockalper, LLP recently hosted its 2025 Partner Dinner at Spaghettini, an annual event recognizing the leadership and accomplishments that drive our firm forward. This year, we are honored to congratulate our two newest Partners, Chaena Dade and Andrew Carter. Their outstanding contributions, legal expertise, and commitment to our clients embody the core values…
Read MoreRobert McKenna successfully defends anesthesia provider in a 6 week jury trial where plaintiff sought 25 million in damages for a spinal cord injury
Robert McKenna obtained a defense verdict following a month and a half in trial in Lancaster, CA. Plaintiff’s counsel alleged oversedation of the plaintiff during a cervical epidural steroid injection that resulted in spinal cord damage from the needle entering the cord and causing upper and lower extremity paralysis and loss of function. The defense…
Read MoreKMS Welcomes Our Newly Sworn-In Attorneys
Congratulations to our newly sworn-in attorneys Armand Tovmassian, Benjamin Plesset, Shreya Konakalla, and Steven Tovmassian, who took their oath before Judge Riff at the Stanley Mosk Courthouse. Passing the California Bar and joining the legal profession is an extraordinary milestone, and we are incredibly proud of their dedication, resilience, and professionalism. We look forward to…
Read MoreKMS Sponsors Antelope Valley Medical Center’s 70th Anniversary Gala
Antelope Valley Medical Center has proudly served the High Desert community for more than 70 years and remains the leading hospital in the Antelope Valley. Kjar, McKenna & Stockalper, LLP is honored to support AVMC and to sponsor its annual fundraising gala. This year’s event was held at the iconic Ronald Reagan Presidential Library. Representing…
Read MorePatrick Stockalper, Esq. attends LCA Fall Conference at The Ritz-Carlton in Dana Point, California
Founding partner and 2009 Litigation Counsel of America (LCA) President, Patrick Stockalper, Esq, attended the annual Fall Conference of the LCA at The Ritz-Carlton in Dana Point, California, from October 22-24, 2025. As one of the LCA’s past Presidents, Mr. Stockalper was involved along with other former LCA Presidents in the ceremonial induction of new…
Read MoreAli Martino and Jim Kjar win medical Negligence Trial involving Silicone Caused Disease
Plaintiff received silicone breast implants as part of an FDA trial participated in by her surgeon. The implant ruptured and plaintiff claimed to have suffered autoimmune disease from silicone toxicity leading to chronic fatigue, muscle pain and cognitive decline which ended her career as a successful entertainer. Experts in rheumatology and plastic surgery from across…
Read MorePat Stockalper and Jim Kjar Attend Annual Los Angeles ABOTA Chapter Installation Dinner
On September 10th, the Los Angeles Chapter of the American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA) hosted its Annual Installation Dinner at the California Club. The evening brought together many of Southern California’s leading trial lawyers and judges. The keynote address was delivered by the current Presiding Judge of the Los Angeles County Superior Court, who…
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