David Neill, ’96, is a dedicated public servant who has devoted his career to serving the state of California. He currently holds the position of chief counsel at the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services, where he previously served as assistant chief counsel from 2021 to 2024. His career reflects an unwavering
John Demas, ’89, ’92, is the founding partner of Demas Law Group, where he is a distinguished leader in personal injury law. Demas is recognized as one of the top plaintiff’s attorneys in California and has been exclusively representing injured victims for over 30 years. In addition, Demas is passionate about helping
Women have long been making significant strides in the sports industry, breaking barriers and paving the way for future generations of female professionals. From executives to legal experts, women are excelling in various roles across the world of sports.
Notable University of the Pacific McGeorge School of Law alumna Matina Kolokotronis, ’89, is a
At the University of the Pacific McGeorge School of Law, our distinguished full-time faculty provides students with unparalleled opportunities to learn from their expertise across diverse fields of law. From international arbitration to criminal justice, environmental law to public policy, our professors bring real-world experience and academic excellence to the classroom, preparing students to
The Hon. Ronald Sargis, ’82, is the former Chief Judge of the United States Bankruptcy Court for the Eastern District of California. He was appointed to the bench in the Eastern District in 2010.
In January 2024, he was reappointed to serve as a bankruptcy judge for a second 14-year
Nine graduates from the University of the Pacific McGeorge School of Law are being recognized as Alumni on the Rise, are making significant strides in their respective fields. These accomplished professionals, who earned their degrees between 2000 and 2017, have demonstrated outstanding achievements, leadership, and contributions to their communities. Whether they are excelling in private
The University of the Pacific McGeorge School of Law proudly boasts a remarkable legacy, with over 400 alumni serving as distinguished judges in various jurisdictions. Among these, 159 have held or currently hold the position of trial judge.
Trial judges play a critical role in the judicial system, presiding over trial courts where they manage
Randall Miller, ’84, has more than 35 years’ experience as a litigator focusing on defending and counseling professionals, corporations, directors, officers, and insurers. A legal malpractice specialist and principal at Miller Law Associates in downtown Los Angeles, he represents attorneys facing State Bar charges and was involved in the John Eastman election
Reinhard von Hennigs, LLM ‘98, is a distinguished alumnus known for his impressive accomplishments in corporate and international law. He is a licensed attorney in both Germany and the United States (North Carolina), and he has also been admitted as a Foreign Law Consultant in Georgia.
Reinhard is the chairman and founder of BridgehouseLaw, an
Stuart Somach, ’79, has had a remarkable career in water law that spans over 40 years. He is one of the most respected water law attorneys in the nation. He is a shareholder at Somach Simmons & Dunn.
Throughout his career, Somach has worked on various water law issues, from litigating in