Annie Guidroz Returns to GMSR
GMSR is excited to welcome back Annie Guidroz. Annie is a former GMSR Appellate Fellow and has served as a research attorney for Presiding Justice Brian M. Hoffstadt of the California Court of Appeal, Second Appellate District, Division Five, and a judicial extern for Judge
Strategies for Powerful Legal Writing: From Introduction to Conclusion (2026 Edition)
Weak briefs lose winnable cases. This live CLE program shows you how to structure your writing process, craft openings that command attention, build memorable themes, and sharpen every paragraph and sentence so your briefs persuade from first line to final word. Please join Jeffrey Gurrola,
Appellate Success in California
“Appellate Success in California” — A monthly dose of quick, practical appellate tips. Read the latest here.
CLE: Before the appeal: A California litigator’s pre-appeal checklist (SBBA)
Success on appeal begins before you draft an appellate brief or present oral argument. To learn critical pre-appeal steps for trial lawyers and their clients in the California Court of Appeal, join GMSR appellate lawyers Laura Lim and Kent Toland for an in-person CLE at the South Bay
“Best Lawyers®” Names 18 GMSR Lawyers Total for Appellate Practice
The Best Lawyers in America® 2027 edition recognized 11 GMSR lawyers for Appellate Practice: Kent Richland, Robin Meadow, Cindy Tobisman, Ted Xanders, Laurie Hepler, Alana Rotter, David Hackett, Jeff Raskin, Gary Wax, Jeff Gurrola, and Joseph Bui. It also recognized 7 lawyers as Best Lawyers:
GMSR’s Laurie Hepler Recognized in the 2026 Northern California Super Lawyers Lists
Congratulations to GMSR partner Laurie Hepler on being recognized once again in the Northern California Super Lawyers lists, including the Top 100 Northern California Super Lawyers and Top 50 Women Super Lawyers distinctions. Those who know Laurie know she is far more focused on serving
GMSR continues its tradition of advocacy before the California Supreme Court
It’s been a busy few weeks for GMSR: Both of GMSR’s co-managing partners appeared before the California Supreme Court on behalf of the firm’s clients. On May 20, Cindy Tobisman argued for the petitioner in Gorobets v. Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (S287946), a
Congratulations to Appellate Hall of Famer Kent Richland
Greines, Martin, Stein & Richland is proud to congratulate our partner and friend, Kent Richland, on his induction into the Appellate Lawyer Hall of Fame by the California Lawyers Association. Throughout his distinguished career, Kent has been one of the nation’s leading appellate advocates. Since
Navigating Post-Judgment Motions: A Guide Through the Thicket (ABTL Report)
Alana Rotter’s article Navigating Post-Judgment Motions: A Guide Through the Thicket summarizes litigants’ options for seeking relief from an adverse verdict through a motion for new trial, judgment notwithstanding the verdict, or vacatur, including when such motions are warranted, the relevant procedural rules, and the
GMSR Again Earns Chambers USA’s Top Appellate Ranking for California
Greines, Martin, Stein and Richland LLP (GMSR) is proud to share that it has once again been ranked Band 1 for California Litigation: Appellate in the 2026 edition of the Chambers USA Guide. The firm also had five partners recognized individually. Co-managing partner Cindy Tobisman
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Whether on appeal, assisting trial counsel, or advising government officials contemplating legislative action, GMSR provides unique insight into the complex laws that impact public entities.
GMSR represents insurers on appeal effectively and efficiently. We also collaborate with our clients and trial counsel on strategy for coverage, contribution and bad faith litigation before appeals begin.
GMSR offers corporate clients objective assessments on appeal, based on a deep understanding of the limitations and opportunities of appellate review.
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GMSR vigorously advocates the rights of individual plaintiffs and defendants, in both state and federal appellate courts.
As part of GMSR’s long-standing commitment to social justice and equality, GMSR provides pro bono appellate services to individuals and to community organizations on issues of concern.
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