Umberg/Zipser LLP Named One of Orange County’s “2024 Best Places to Work” By Orange County Business Journal

Orange County Business Journal

Umberg/Zipser LLP Named One of Orange County’s “2024 Best Places to Work” By Orange County Business Journal

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Umberg/Zipser LLP, a premier business litigation and intellectual property law firm, has again been named one of the Best Places to Work in Orange County by the Orange County Business Journal (OCBJ). The awards program was created in 2009, and it is a project of the OCBJ in partnership with Workforce Research Group. This county-wide survey and awards program were designed to identify, recognize, and honor the best places of employment in Orange County, California, benefiting the county’s economy, its workforce, and businesses.

 

The program features an extensive two-part survey and audit process. The first portion consisted of an evaluation of each employer’s workplace policies, practices, and demographics. This part of the process was worth approximately 20% of the total evaluation. The second part consisted of an employee survey to measure the employee experience. This part of the process was worth approximately 80% of the total evaluation. The combined scores determined the top organizations and the final ranking. Workforce Research Group managed the overall registration and survey process in Orange County and also analyzed the data and used their expertise to determine the final ranking.

 

The rankings of the winning organizations were released in a special section of the Orange County Business Journal’s July 1st issue.

 

“We are extremely proud to again be recognized by our team for this incredible honor,” said Dean Zipser, the firm’s Managing Partner. “Teamwork is a core value of our firm, our attorneys, and our staff, making this accolade especially meaningful to all of us. It reflects an achievement of our firm as a whole, and we look forward to continuing to foster a work environment that empowers and develops our team members.”

 

Drawing on decades of experience with some of the nation’s largest and most prestigious law firms, as well as national and state government service, Umberg/Zipser LLP is widely recognized for providing exceptional legal work and client service. For more information on the firm, its attorneys, legal services, and other accolades, visit www.umbergzipser.com.

Todd Smith in OCBJ: “What In-House Counsel Need to Know about California’s New Legal Ethics Rules”

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Umberg/Zipser attorney Todd Smith authored the article “What In-House Counsel Need to Know about California’s New Legal Ethics Rules” for the 2018 General Counsel issue in the Orange County Business Journal (OCBJ).

The full text of the article is available here: “What In-House Counsel Need to Know about California’s New Legal Ethics Rules”

Todd’s practice is focused on complex business litigation in state and federal courts, including defending lawyers and law firms in legal malpractice actions. He is experienced in all phases of litigation, including trials, arbitrations, mediations, and appeals, as well as regulatory proceedings and internal investigations.

 

 

Umberg/Zipser Again Included in the Civic 50 Orange County List for 2018

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Umberg/Zipser (U/Z) is honored to be named again one of Orange County’s 50 most community minded companies at the 2018 Civic 50 OC Awards, presented by the Orange County Business Journal in partnership with OneOC, Points of Light and True Impact. This is the second year that Umberg/Zipser has been honored with the award.

The Civic 50 OC Awards recognize the 50 most community-minded small, mid-size, and large Orange County companies as determined by a national survey. By benchmarking and celebrating best practices, the recognition provides visibility and a framework for how local companies can use their employees’ time, skills and other resources to improve the quality of life in our community.

“We are pleased to be recognized again in the Civic 50 for its second year. One our  our firm’s core values is commitment to give back meaningfully to the community. We are proud of the contributions of our attorneys to the legal profession and the community we serve,” said Dean Zipser, co-founding partner.

In addition to the Civic 50 Orange County List, special category awards will be announced at the Civic 50 Orange County Awards Luncheon on October 11, 2018 at the Hotel Irvine.  For more information go to www.ocbj.com/bizevents.

The Civic 50 Special Report and List will publish on October 15, 2018 in the Orange County Business Journal.

Thomas Umberg Provides Commentary in OCBJ Cover Story “The Executive v. The Ballplayer”

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Trial attorney and co-founding partner Thomas J. Umberg recently commented in the Orange County Business Journal article “The Executive v. The Ballplayer” discussing alleged inside trading of Advanced Medical Optics prior to being acquired by Abbott Laboratories. In the article, Tom stated that this particular jury case is “really unusual for several reasons. One reason is you have the witness whose testimony is contrary to the earlier trial and you’re asking a jury to believe the more recent testimony.”

Click here to read the article.

Dean Zipser Provides Commentary in OCBJ Article on the Evolving Business Models of Patent Enforcement Companies

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The Orange County Business Journal recently asked a few experts in intellectual property law about the changing landscape for patent enforcement firms.  In the article, Dean Zipser commented on the recent changes in the law, noting that “IP litigation and patent litigation never go out of vogue. It continues to be a big source of litigated matters.”  Click here to read the Orange County Business Journal article.  

Which Hat is Your GC Wearing? How Companies Can Preserve the Attorney-Client Privilege In-House

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Umberg/Zipser attorney, Todd Smith, recently published the article “Which Hat is Your GC Wearing? How Companies Can Preserve the Attorney-Client Privilege In-House,” for the Orange County Business Journal, General Counsel issue on October 16, 2017. 

“From crafting business strategy to negotiating substantive deal points, in-house lawyers are becoming increasingly involved in the business aspects of their companies. Although their involvement often benefits companies by bringing a fresh perspective to the table, it can pose challenges in terms of the application of the attorney-client privilege.

Click here to read the full article.