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Kjar, McKenna, & Stockalper joined fellow members of the legal community atABOTA-LA2026 Judicial Reception at the Jonathan Club in DTLA on July 22nd! The event celebrated Judge Huey Cotton’s Judge of the Year Award and recognized the dedication, leadership, and service of our judiciary. KMS appreciates the opportunity to connect with colleagues across the legal…

The rank of Advocate is one of ABOTA’s highest distinctions and recognizes trial lawyers who have demonstrated exceptional courtroom experience, skill, integrity, and professionalism. Membership in ABOTA is by invitation only and is reserved for attorneys who have distinguished themselves through extensive jury trial experience and an unwavering commitment to preserving the civil jury trial…

Chaena Dade and Keishunn Johnson Secure Complete Dismissal of All Claims Against Large Public Entity in Multi‑Defendant Wrongful Death Action Ms. Dade and Mr. Johnson obtained a full dismissal of all claims asserted against a large public entity in a complex wrongful‑death lawsuit. The Plaintiff alleged negligent emergency medical response, failure to conduct a mandatory…

Kjar, McKenna & Stockalper is proud to announce that Senior Associate Curtis Holmes has officially become a member of the Orange County Chapter of the American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA). Curtis attended OC ABOTA’s Summer Dinner at the Balboa Bay Club in Newport Beach, where he participated in the organization’s new member swearing-in ceremony…

Associate Marilyn Valdez and Law Clerk Kylie Kim proudly represented Kjar, McKenna & Stockalper at the Asian Pacific American Women Lawyers Alliance (APAWLA) 2026 Annual Dinner Reception held at Cicada Restaurant & Lounge on June 4, 2026. KMS is proud to support and celebrate Asian Pacific American women in the legal profession and was honored…

KMS is pleased to share that Partner Molshree (Molly) Gupta secured two defense judgments featured in the ASCDC Verdict Magazine. In the first case, Molly obtained a defense judgment on behalf of County Defendants in a matter alleging Fourth Amendment and ADA violations, with the Court finding that Plaintiff could not establish his claims. In…

Kjar, McKenna & Stockalper, LLP is proud to announce that Lia Sarkisian, Andrew Nguyen, and Noah Cohen have officially been sworn in as attorneys and are beginning the next chapter of their legal careers with the firm. Lia Sarkisian took her oath before Judge Arian at the Burbank Courthouse, while Noah Cohen was sworn in…

Kjar, McKenna & Stockalper is proud to recognize Partner Molshree (“Molly”) Gupta for her recent defense victory, which was featured in the Daily Journal in May 2026. Molly successfully obtained summary judgment in a case involving allegations of excessive force, failure to provide adequate medical care, and purported violations of the Fourth Amendment and the Americans with…

The American Board of Trial Advocates is the oldest and most prestigious trial lawyer organization in the United States. ABOTA annually recognizes talented young trial lawyers by inviting them to become Sidebar members. It is based on trial experience and abilities and represents what ABOTA believes its future represents. On May 14th, KMS Partner Alexandra…

KMS was pleased to co-sponsor the poolside reception at SCAHRM’s 45th Annual Conference on May 7th at the Omni Rancho Mirage Hotel. The beautiful setting provided a relaxing opportunity to network and celebrate the important work being done in healthcare risk management. KMS is proud to support opportunities that foster collaboration and professional growth within…