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Greg Givens grew up in La Cañada Flintridge, California and earned his Bachelor of Arts degree from Dartmouth College in Hanover, New Hampshire in 1992. He attended Southwestern University School of Law and received his Jurus Doctor in 2000. Mr. Givens practiced law in Los Angeles from 2001 until 2010 where he worked as an employment litigator representing employers and employees in wrongful termi...

Rafael E. Lázaro is the founding member of Lázaro Law Group, LLC, specializing in sexual harassment and employment law. He has extensive litigation experience in Illinois, Puerto Rico, and U.S. courts, including cases under sections 1983 and 1981. Previously, he worked at Seyfarth Shaw LLP and Stowell & Friedman Ltd., representing Fortune 100 companies and handling employee class action lawsui...

Matthew Fornaro provides practical, strategic legal guidance for businesses across South Florida. With over 20 years of experience, he helps entrepreneurs, startups, and established companies manage contracts, disputes, and risk—clearly and efficiently. Matthew began his career at AmLaw 200 firms, focusing on civil litigation—experience that continues to inform his business practice today. He is a...

Erik Heninger’s passion for law was ignited at the family dinner table, where his father, Steve Heninger, shared inspiring stories of helping those in need through legal advocacy. This early exposure laid the foundation for Erik's lifelong commitment to representing plaintiffs in courtrooms across the Southeast, making law a true family business. After earning his Bachelor of Arts in English...

David Mallen began his labor and employment law practice in 1992, immediately after graduating from law school. The early years required navigating a steep learning curve, but he was fortunate to work alongside and learn from some of California’s most respected attorneys, serving both as mentee and co-counsel on high-impact cases. His dedication and results led to significant recognition. In 2004,...