Andrea L. Cook
A native and long time resident of Long Beach, Andrea Cook has maintained a varied practice with emphasis in employment law and civil litigation. Ms. Cook attended the honors program at UCLA, majoring in International Relations/Political Science. Following graduation from Southwestern University School of Law, Ms. Cook practiced briefly in Milan, Italy and Los Angeles, California. Thereafter, she established her own law firm in Long Beach, California, specializing in labor and employment law, and civil rights litigation.
James Lewis
James W. Lewis graduated from The Colorado College with a B.A. degree in Chemistry (with minors in Biology and History) and has a doctoral degree in psychology from UCLA. James is the primary author of over 25 scientific research articles in professional journals, as well as numerous book chapters and invited presentations at national and international meetings.
In 1989, James graduated from UCLA School of Law, in the top 15% of the class. During his years in practice, James has tried cases before juries in both state and federal courts, representing both plaintiffs and defendants. He has also represented clients in state and federal appellate proceedings. His areas of practice have included personal injury, professional liability, police misconduct (including wrongful death), environmental, and product liability matters. Most recently, he has emphasized employment and civil rights law. James has published several articles, primarily concerning employment-related issues, in legal papers and a legal/scientific article, "Premenstrual Syndrome as a Criminal Defense" in the Archives of Sexual Behavior. Recently, James received a certificate for mediator training from the Los Angeles County Bar Association.
Law Office of Michael Berger
The Law Office of Michael Berger is a highly respected law firm offering aggressive representation and litigation services throughout California with over 90 years combined experience in complex criminal and civil cases. Ms. Cook has a long-standing relationship with The Law Office of Michael Berger and it's attorneys. She also has their resources readily available to her clients as needed.
The law office of Michael Berger is an experienced, dedicated group of attorneys whose offices are located in Santa Barbara, California. The Law Office of Michael Berger utilizes modern communication technology and a highly mobile litigation team to represent clients in state and federal courts and administrative agencies throughout California.
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