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Trusted Legal Counsel for Public Agencies, Schools, Businesses,
& Non-Profits

Providing practical, experienced legal support in public agency law, education law, attorney-led investigations, labor & employment, landlord-tenant, and mediation services across California.

Legal Services for Public Agencies, Schools, Non-Profit Organizations, & Private Business

Public Agency Counsel

Advising cities, counties, and special districts on labor and employment, business, workplace investigations, and risk management - practical and cost conscious.

K-12 Schools, Community Colleges & Universities

Providing day-to-day legal counsel support to California's education sector, including board governance, general counsel, student law, special education law, labor and employment, and business services support — with deep knowledge of the education sector compliance obligations.

Workplace & School Investigations

Neutral, attorney-led investigations into harassment, discrimination, Title IX issues, misconduct, and compliance concerns—thorough, defensible, and legally sound.

Non-Profits & Religious Organizations

We serve California non-profits, charitable foundations, and religious organizations with HR support and legal compliance, business deals and contracts, compliance for community partnerships and joint ventures, board governance including bylaw updates, policies and procedures, and organization-wide risk management. 

Business Law

Advising new entrepreneurs and long-standing businesses on corporate governance, entity formation, business transactions, contract review and drafting, independent contractor relationships, and dispute resolution — strategically across the business lifecycle.

Labor & Employment Law

Advising employers in all sectors on human resources compliance, including for union and non-union environments, public or private employers, and trauma informed HR strategies - your go-to for piece of mind for high-risk situations.

Landlord-Tenant Law

Guiding landlords and tenants on leasing, compliance, and dispute resolution. Currently offering residential tenant representation exclusively through the City of Fresno’s Eviction Protection Program.

Mediation Services

Neutral mediation for business and employment disputes, helping organizations resolve conflicts efficiently.

Labor & Union Negotiations

Representing management in labor negotiations, collective bargaining, and employee relations strategy—focused on compliance, risk reduction, and fair resolutions.

Our Team

Our experienced attorneys and paralegals deliver ongoing legal support to schools, businesses, and nonprofit organizations across California.

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Ashley N. Emerzian

Managing Shareholder, Chair of Management Committee

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Brittaney L. Contreras

Senior Supervising Attorney, Member of Management Committee

Kelsey Gunderson

Kelsey Gunderson

Senior Counsel, Business & Employment Law, Fresno's Eviction Protection Program

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Matt Griffin

Senior Counsel, Lead Landlord-Tenant Attorney, Business & Employment Law

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Brenna N. Germann

Associate, Lead Landlord-Tenant Attorney & Attorney Investigator


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Jenna Cummings

Associate Attorney, Investigator, Education Law, Employment Law, Landlord-Tenant Law

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Brynae Emerzian

Chief of Operations and Senior Paralegal, Member of Management Committee

 

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Xochilt Valero

Senior Paralegal & Investigations Report Editor, Member of Management Committee, Eviction Protection Support Team

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Camille Sibel

Executive Assistant, Investigation Report Writer/Editor, Eviction Protection Program Support Team

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Jen Rodarte

Payroll, Benefits, and Operations Manager, Member of Management Committee

Josceline

Josceline Dominguez

Paralegal , Investigations Coordinator & Eviction Protection Program Support Team

Now-Hiring

Join Our Team

At Emerzian Law Group we believe supporting the health and welfare of our employees and their families spurs innovation and leads to better service for our clients.  To that end, the firm provides a generous benefits package including: 
  • All positions are fully remote with partial reimbursed internet, cell phone, car insurance;
  • All supplies and technology provided;
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance fully paid for by the company for the employee and two dependents at highest level of coverage (Blue Shield PPO or Kaiser);
  • Reimbursed out-of-pocket healthcare costs up to IRS limits (Small Business QSEHR Plan);
  • 401K plan with safe harbor match; 
  • Life insurance;
  • Flex Time Off Program;
  • Flexible Schedule;
  • Quarterly bonus incentive;
  • Professional liability, state bar dues, and MCLE;
  • Expense reimbursement program.

Contact Us

(559) 779-4357