Partner
Brown & Streza, LLP

John Peiffer is a partner at Brown & Streza LLP, advising religious institutions and nonprofits on governance, tax compliance, and risk management. He co-authored “Keeping the Faith,” a seminar on legal strategies for ministries, and speaks often on faith-based legal issues. He holds both a JD and an AM in theology.

Owner
Maleki Law

William Malecki is a seasoned workers' compensation attorney based in Orange County, California. With over 30 years of legal experience, he has served as in-house counsel at the State Compensation Insurance Fund since 2002. A certified specialist in workers' compensation law, Malecki earned his JD from the University of San Diego School of Law.

Judge
Superior Court of Orange County, CA

Appointed in 2015 by Governor Jerry Brown, she transitioned from a successful civil litigation career to the judiciary, driven by a commitment to family justice. A University of Notre Dame alumna, Judge Palafox is recognized for her compassionate approach and advocacy for equitable access in family law. She is actively involved in initiatives aimed at reforming and improving the family court system.

Partner
U.S. Immigration Attorney

Lisa Ramirez is certified by the State Bar of California and has handled more than ten thousand matters exclusively in the area of U.S. Immigration and Nationality Law during her 19-year career. Her firm specializes in working with artists, athletes, agents, executives, churches and religious organizations in obtaining visas for these professionals.

Owner
The Alti Law Firm

Michael Alti is the founding attorney of The Alti Law Firm in Newport Beach, specializing in land use, environmental, and business law. With over 20 years of experience, he advises clients on zoning, real estate, regulatory compliance, and water law matters. A UCLA Law graduate, he is also active in local civic affairs.

Partnter
Brown & Streza, LLP

Michael J. Offenheiser is certified by the State Bar of California as a specialist in Estate Planning, Trust, and Probate Law. In 2014 and 2015, Michael was selected for inclusion on the Southern California Super Lawyers “Southern California Rising Stars” lists by the publishers of Los Angeles magazine and Law & Politics magazine.

Associate Dean for Bar Preparation
Chapman University

Professor Mainero is Associate Dean at Chapman Law, where he leads one of the nation’s top bar prep programs. He previously ran Whittier’s academic success program, doubling its bar passage rate. A former Chief of Staff to an OC Supervisor, he also practiced law for 20+ years. He holds a JD and MA from the University of New Mexico.

Senior Associate
Burke, Williams & Sorenson

Kathya M. Firlik is a Senior Associate at Burke, Williams & Sorensen, LLP, specializing in labor and employment law. She represents both public and private employers in various employment disputes, including discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wrongful termination, and wage and hour issues.

Assistant General Counsel
Lucid Motors

Alma Murray is Assistant General Counsel at Lucid Motors, leading global privacy and data security. She’s a recognized expert in automotive privacy and compliance for connected and autonomous vehicles. Previously, she founded and led Hyundai’s Privacy Office and speaks frequently on data protection trends.