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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…

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…

Congratulations to KMS Partners Ali Martino and Danielle Velazquez for presenting at SCAHRM’s 45thAnnual Conference on May 7th! Ali’s presentation,Claims & Litigation: Risk Mitigation,explored the latest developments impacting litigation and claims management, including emerging trends at the local and national level, strategies for early resolution and evidence preservation, the use of AI in claims, and…

KMS Partners Ali Martino and Gregory Emdee attended the Santa Clarita Valley Bar Association’s Charity Casino Night on May 2ndat Bella Vida SCV Senior Center. The event raised funds for the senior center and SCVBA’s community outreach events. We’re proud to support events that combine community engagement with meaningful support for local programs.

KMS proudly participated as part of a four-person team in the Downey Foundation for Educational Opportunities’ 3rd Annual Charity Golf Tournament. The event brought together local firms and community members to raise funds for student scholarships and educational programs. Our team enjoyed a day of friendly competition while supporting a meaningful cause and reinforcing KMS’s…

KMS recently hosted its second happy hour networking mixer with Loyola Law School at our El Segundo office. The event brought together students, alumni, and local professionals for an evening of connection, conversation, and community-building. Guests enjoyed a relaxed setting to network, share insights, and strengthen relationships between the firm and the next generation of…

Kjar, McKenna, & Stockalper was delighted to host Loyola Law School’s Connecting Points: Happy Hour Networking Mixer at our Huntington Beach office! A sincere thank you to everyone who attended—it was a pleasure meeting Loyola alumnus and connecting with such talented professionals. We look forward to seeing everyone at our next event at our office…

Kjar, McKenna, & Stockalper is proud to share they were recognized as a Top Employer for Chapman University! It was a great time connecting with the Dean of the law school and attending the State of the University Address. KMS is proud to work alongside so many talented Chapman Law alumni and grateful for the…

KMS associate attorneys Marilyn Valdez and Jessica Nunez attended the 66th Annual Installation of Officers & Awards Gala hosted by the Mexican American Bar Association of Los Angeles at the Millennium Biltmore Hotel in DTLA. It was an inspiring evening celebrating leadership, service, and the continued advancement of diversity within the legal profession. We were…