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Kent W. Toland

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Biography

Kent Toland has handled appeals before the California appellate courts involving commercial real estate, anti-SLAPP law, property rights, secured transactions, contracts, and writs of attachment, among other subjects.

Before joining GMSR, Kent was a litigator at a midsize California law firm.  That in-the-trenches experience gave him a robust understanding of all phases of litigation, and makes him well-situated to advise clients and trial counsel on preserving issues for appeal.

Outside of his legal practice, Kent enjoys exploring national parks, reading history, biking along the coast, and spending time with his wife and children.

Notable Wins

2025

P.A. v. Plaza Towing, Inc. (Nov. 20, 2025, G063912) 2025 WL 3240325

The Court of Appeal affirmed a jury verdict for GMSR’s client

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2025

Capitol Specialty Insurance Corporation v. Steadfast Insurance Company, et al. (9th Cir. April 16, 2025, No. 24-2314) 2025 WL 1121660

The Ninth Circuit affirmed summary judgment for GMSR's insurer client

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Speaking and Involvement

2025
Before The Appeal: A California Litigator’s Pre-Appeal Checklist, Beverly Hills Bar Association

Professional Associations

South Bay Bar Association