Christine A. Mardikian

With a comprehensive understanding of both federal and California employment laws, Christine serves as a trusted counselor to clients navigating complex workplace issues to prevent litigation before it arises or minimize legal exposure upon threatened lawsuits or commenced litigation.

Christine has successfully defended public agencies, restaurants, healthcare facilities, and security service providers in state and federal courts, arbitration proceedings, and before administrative agencies through all phases of litigation – including, through trial and jury verdict.

In her litigation practice, Christine also represents financial services clients to effectively manage, mitigate, and narrow the scope of third-party discovery demands while minimizing client disruption and risks of costly motion practice.  In disputes where the client is the lender and holds a secured interest in property, Christine defends the bank's position when an issue with the property or collateral has arisen or threatens to affect the equity of the asset and, consequently, the value and enforceability of the bank's lien.