CALIFORNIA BUSINESS LAWYER & CORPORATE LAWYER - Key Persons
Job Titles:
- Member of the Mergers and Acquisitions Committee
Alicia's inspirational quote: "With enough courage, you can do without a reputation" - Rhett Butler in Gone with the Wind by Margaret Mitchell.
"Quality is never an accident; it is always the result of high intention, sincere effort, intelligent direction, and skillful execution; it represents the wise choice of many alternatives" - Foster, William A
Claudia's inspirational quote: "Not everything that is faced can be changed, but nothing can be changed until it is faced." - James Baldwin
Doug's inspirational quote: "You're guaranteed to miss every shot you don't take." - Wayne Gretsky
Douglas Wade has a passion for understanding how facets of a law affect businesses and our communities. A native of Los Angeles, Doug began his legal studies at Oxford University, where he earned his B.A. and M.A. in Jurisprudence in 1990.
He then earned a Master of Laws degree with emphasis in Business and Corporate Law, from the University of San Diego School of Law in 1992. The following year, Doug completed a Master of Laws in Labor/Employment Law and International/Comparative Law.
Inspirational quote: "Discourage litigation. Persuade your neighbors to compromise whenever you can. As a peacemaker the lawyer has superior opportunity of being a good man. There will still be business enough." - Abraham Lincoln
Julia's inspirational quote: "Our ideas must be as broad as Nature if they are to interpret Nature." - Arthur Conan Doyle
Rachel's inspirational quote: "Oh unsurpassed generosity of God the Father, Oh wondrous and unsurpassable felicity of man, to whom it is granted to have what he chooses, to be what he wills to be!" - Giovanni Pico della Mirandola
Job Titles:
- Attorney
- Member of the Mergers and Acquisitions Committee
- Legal Partner
Sam Hashemi, a distinguished graduate of UC Hastings School of Law, is a seasoned business litigation attorney dedicated to serving a diverse range of business clients, from burgeoning startups to established enterprises. With a keen focus on the unique legal needs of business owners and employers, Mr. Hashemi excels in employment-related litigation, offering expert guidance in contracts and comprehensive civil litigation.
His experience spans the full spectrum of civil case management, from initial intake through to resolution. This encompasses rigorous motion practice, all phases of discovery, meticulous trial preparation, arbitration mastery, and strategic settlement negotiations. Mr. Hashemi's approach is not just about legal representation; it's about providing holistic business solutions. He blends legal expertise with strategic business advice, aiding clients in a variety of areas including executive and employment contract negotiations, employment counseling, and the development of litigation avoidance strategies.
Recognizing the importance of cost-effectiveness for businesses, Mr. Hashemi emphasizes proactive measures to forestall litigation, understanding that prevention is often the best defense. His knack for strategy and negotiation positions him as a quintessential problem-solver. Mr. Hashemi's focus is on devising practical, client-centric solutions that align with business objectives, whether that involves circumventing a trial or engaging in one.
Beyond his legal acumen, Mr. Hashemi is deeply committed to promoting workplace inclusivity. He is a passionate advocate for the advancement of women in the workforce, work/life balance, and the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion. This commitment not only reflects in his legal practice but also in his broader contributions to the business community.
Sam Hashemi stands out as a legal partner who doesn't just understand the law; he understands business. His proactive, results-oriented approach is designed to safeguard the interests of his clients, ensuring that their legal and business strategies are seamlessly aligned for optimal outcomes.
Job Titles:
- Attorney
- Member of the Employment Law
Warren took full advantage of attending law school in the heart of San Francisco. While at UC Law SF, he worked with experienced corporate attorneys to represent founders of clean energy startup companies, interned at a non-profit law firm to provide free/low-cost legal service to the neediest of San Franciscans, and participated in a legal tech program with a goal of creating an open-source data set to program AI contract review. Through these efforts, Warren earned the Wiley W. Manuel Certificate for Pro Bono Legal Services and was published as a Law Student Leader in the American Bar Association's "2021 US Public Target Deal Points Study."
At Nakase Wade, Warren is a member of the Employment Law and Business Law group. He represents a diverse range of business clients, including large and small businesses, in business disputes, breach of contract, breach of fiduciary, and defending employers.
Warren's law practice focuses on civil litigation, with an emphasis on business, employment law, and commercial disputes. Additionally, he works extensively with employers statewide. Warren represents clients from drafting of pleadings, law and motion, motions for summary judgment, written discovery, fact witness and expert witness depositions, mediation and mandatory settlement conferences, and trial preparation.
Warren's inspirational quote: "There is nothing in the world like persuasive speech to fuddle the mental apparatus." - Samuel Clemens