Karen Jacobsen, ’83 and ’86

Karen Jacobsen (’83 and ’86) has spent over 30 years building a successful legal career handling complex cases like personal injury, premises liability, product liability, and construction defects. Jacobsen co-founded Jacobsen & McElroy in 1998. Previously, she was a partner at Thompson & Heller. Known

Nancy Sheehan, ‘83. Photo credit: Porter Scott.

University of the Pacific McGeorge School of Law alumna Nancy Sheehan, ‘83, had a 34-year career at Porter Scott. She was a civil rights and employment law litigator.

She earned an undergraduate degree from Long Island University in 1979 and a JD degree

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Tre Lovell, ’92, represents high-profile clients, winning multi-million-dollar verdicts.

Tre Lovell, ’92, is a highly respected litigator who has earned national recognition for his exceptional achievements in the legal field. He was named as a Lawyer of the Year Finalist by the Los Angeles Business Journal in 2016 and recognized

University of the Pacific McGeorge School of Law is proud to have many alumni who have risen to prominent positions within the corporate world. These professionals engage in a diverse range of activities that include managing business operations, overseeing strategic initiatives, and shaping organizational identity.  

McGeorge alumni have distinguished themselves by excelling in various high-ranking

Brian Schall, ’11

Brian Schall, ’11, founded the Schall Law Firm, which focuses on putting clients first and achieving the maximum recovery possible. Since 2017, the firm has helped secure nearly half a billion dollars for investors who have been harmed by securities fraud and corporate malfeasance, including some of

Michael Bernstein, ’85, is a highly regarded executive with decades of experience in the healthcare sector. Most recently, he served as an Operating Partner at Arsenal Capital Partners, a private equity firm with a focus on industrial and healthcare investments. 

Michael Bernstein, ’85

Bernstein’s professional journey began as Regional Vice

Dom Marino, ’04

Domenico Marino, ’04, is a McGeorge School of Law alumnus, who practices in the aviation field in Martina Franca, Italy.

1. Domenico, the aviation industry is a very specialized field. How did you become interested in that area of law?

It was actually while I was studying

Administrative law judges (ALJs) play a crucial role within the state and federal governments, presiding over administrative disputes independently and impartially.

ALJs are appointed as executive adjudicators for administrative disputes. They operate independently of the agencies involved and are appointed by executive agency heads. ALJs preside over hearings concerning administrative law matters, placing them within

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Jesse Rivera, ’78, has tried upwards of one hundred cases.

Jesse Rivera, ’78, has a career that exemplifies dedication, perseverance, and an unwavering commitment to justice. After earning his JD from McGeorge School of Law, Rivera began his legal journey at the Sacramento County Public Defender’s Office, where he