Douglas Saunders

Los Angeles, Orange County, CA, San Bernardino

Law Firm Business and Community News Reporter at Daily Journal (Los Angeles and San Francisco)

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Huntington Beach sues California over sanctuary state law

Jan 6, 2025 | dailyjournal.com | Douglas Saunders

The City of Huntington Beach sued California Tuesday claiming that the state's "sanctuary state" law violates the supremacy clause of the U.S. Constitution and federal immigration laws. The city argues in its complaint that the law prevents local law enforcement from cooperating with federal immigration authorities, leading to increased crime and violating officers' oaths of office.
California Judicial Council names three distinguished service award recipients for 2024

Nov 20, 2024 | dailyjournal.com | Douglas Saunders

The Judicial Council of California presented its Distinguished Service Award to three veteran members of the judiciary. Chief Justice Patricia Guerrero announced the recipients at the Council's regular meeting in San Francisco on Nov. 15. "This year's recipients demonstrate what it means to be a public servant," Guerrero said in a statement, highlighting their collective impact on California's judicial system. This year's honorees are Justice William W.
GRSM establishes footprint in Silicon Valley with new Palo Alto office

Nov 6, 2024 | dailyjournal.com | Douglas Saunders

Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani LLP announced Tuesday the expansion of its Northern California presence with the opening of a new office in Palo Alto. The new office positions the firm at the epicenter of global technology innovation, enhancing its ability to serve the complex legal needs of the region's dynamic business ecosystem. The firm's Silicon Valley office will be led by Managing Partner Lindsey M. Romano, who has extensive experience in the region's legal landscape.
OC Supervisor Do agrees to guilty plea in federal bribery case, U.S. Attorney says

Oct 22, 2024 | dailyjournal.com | Douglas Saunders

Orange County Supervisor Andrew Do has agreed to plead guilty to federal bribery charges stemming from accusations that he steered more than $10 million in COVID relief funds to a charity connected to his daughter while accepting over $550,000 in bribes, federal prosecutors announced Tuesday.
Veteran real estate attorney joins Clark Hill in San Diego

Oct 17, 2024 | dailyjournal.com | Douglas Saunders

Clark Hill PLC has announced the addition of Brian Adkins to its real estate practice group in San Diego. "Clark Hill's extensive network of offices aligns well with my clients' property locations, offering significant advantages," Adkins said. "This move provides access to a comprehensive range of practice areas, enhancing our ability to serve clients effectively."Formerly with Buchalter, Adkins brings a broad skill set that extends beyond conventional real estate disputes.
Los Angeles County Superior Court elects new leadership

Oct 3, 2024 | dailyjournal.com | Douglas Saunders

The Los Angeles County Superior Court elected Judge Sergio C. Tapia II as presiding judge and Judge Ricardo Ocampo as assistant presiding judge for the 2025-26 term. Tapia will be the first presiding judge of Latino heritage elected by all judges of the consolidated Superior Court since unification 2000. Ocampo is the first Asian American to serve as assistant presiding judge in the court's history.
Dickinson Wright opens San Diego office

Oct 2, 2024 | dailyjournal.com | Douglas Saunders

Dickinson Wright PLLC announced the opening of an office in San Diego. This expansion marks the firm's second location in the Golden State, following the establishment of its Silicon Valley office in 2018. The San Diego office, which will be in Del Mar, will focus largely on intellectual property and life sciences. The former lawyers at Sheppard Mullin will staff the office along with three current Dickinson Wright members, and three patent agents.
Accused Santa Maria courthouse bomber wanted to kill judge, others

Sep 27, 2024 | dailyjournal.com | Douglas Saunders

A 20-year-old Santa Maria man accused of detonating an explosive device inside the Santa Maria courthouse wanted to kill the judge and others, the FBI said. Nathaniel James McGuire was arrested shortly after the attack that injured at least five people. He was scheduled to appear before Judge John F. McGregor to be arraigned on a gun charge from July. No judges were injured in the bombing.
FBI says accused Santa Maria court bomber wanted to kill judge

Sep 27, 2024 | dailyjournal.com | Douglas Saunders

For reprint rights or to purchase a copy of your Daily Journal photo, email [email protected] for prices or call 949-702-5390. To buy more copies, call 866-531-1492 or email [email protected] Most ReadSep. 23, 2024Sep. 23, 2024Sep. 24, 2024Sep. 27, 2024Sep. 20, 2024Sep. 27, 2024Sep. 25, 2024Sep. 27, 2024Sign up for Daily Journal emailsA 20-year-old Santa Maria man accused of detonating an explosive device inside the Santa Maria courthouse wanted to kill a judge and others, the FBI said.
Santa Maria courthouse closed after bombing, scheduled to reopen Monday

Sep 26, 2024 | dailyjournal.com | Douglas Saunders

The Santa Maria courthouse will remain closed until Monday following an incident on Wednesday morning. Authorities allege that 20-year-old Nathaniel McGuire threw an improvised explosive device into the building's main corridor, causing an explosion that led to the immediate evacuation and closure of the courthouse.