Legal Services & Lawyers

I was a Deputy District Attorney for over 12 years prior to becoming a criminal defense attorney. I worked in Tulare and Orange Counties, prosecuting every type of criminal case, including driving under the influence, theft, three strikes, domestic violence, gang cases and homicides. I spent six years in the prosecution of serious sexual assault cases. For over a year, I worked closely with law enforcement in a narcotics task force assignment. That assignment included extensive work on search warrants and wiretap cases. I believe I have earned the respect of my colleagues in the District Attorney’s Office as well as with the judges I have appeared before. I have handled thousands of cases during all stages of criminal prosecution – from case assessment and the filing of criminal charges to trial and sentencing.

Before attending law school, I worked for over three years as a reserve Deputy Sheriff with the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department. During that time, I worked uniformed patrol and was involved in all aspects of criminal investigation, from traffic stops to bank robberies and homicide cases. During my time in the academy, I received honors as the top cadet in academics and firearms. I was also given the highest award and named Honor Cadet by the Sheriff’s Department.

In addition to being a trial lawyer, I have taught extensively on many aspects of the law. I currently teach all areas of criminal law at a state-approved police academy, including courses on search and seizure law, criminal interrogation and the laws of arrest. I also teach a course on homicide investigation at a local community college. I have trained other prosecutors during seminars for the California District Attorney’s Association (CDAA) in the areas of trial tactics and crimes against children.

After leaving the DA’s office, I opened my own practice, focused exclusively on criminal defense. As a solo practitioner, every client gets my personal representation - not a junior associate or an attorney unfamiliar with the facts.

Lance Claery has been successfully practicing family law for more than seven years. He has worked with a diverse client base ranging from multi-millionaires to low income, modest means clients. He started his career as an attorney working with one of Southern California's most experienced family law attorneys. Thereafter, Mr. Claery began working for one of Southern California's busiest and most prestigious law firms. He was made a partner of that firm very quickly and has since worked on hundreds of divorces and other family law matters. Mr. Claery has handled trials, depositions, arbitrations, mediations, hearings and emergency hearings with success. During law school, he worked with a bright, fair and aggressive family law attorney; this is when he discovered that family law was his calling. Helping individuals and families has always been a passion for Mr. Claery. He participated in the University of Maryland's internship program with the well known Hope Housing project. Here, he was able to help families in the poorest sections of Washington, D.C. work together to develop enrichment programs for children in a cooperative setting.

Mr. Claery's commitment to an open line of communication with his firm's clients sets him apart from other attorneys. He is adamant that his clients are able to reach him and members of his firm when they are needed. Mr. Claery truly cares for each and every one of his firm's clients. Family law issues are oftentimes very stressful. He ensures that his firm's clients know they have a team at Claery and Green advocating for them and only them. At Claery and Green their clients come first.

In addition to family law, Mr. Claery has notable federal and administrative law experience. He is admitted to the United States District Court and has zealously handled and worked on security clearance matters across the country. Mr. Claery's other accomplishments include making the Dean's List at the University of Maryland, and acquiring both series seven and series sixty six licenses; this experience has helped him understand all types of assets and investments. He is a member of the California BAR Association and the Washington, D.C. BAR Association as well as the Los Angeles County and San Diego County BAR Associations.

I HAVE BEEN IN PRACTICE FOR OVER 30 YEARS. I PRIDE MYSELF IN TELLING CLIENTS THE TRUTH & GIVING THEM AN HONEST APPRAISAL OF THEIR CASE. I MAINTAIN AN EXCELLENT WORKING RELATIONSHIP WITH ALL OF THE JUDGES & DISTRICT ATTORNEYS @ THE COURTS I SERVICE. EXPERIENCE... KNOWLEDGE... & A GOOD WORKING RELATIONSHIP WITH THE COURTS = THE BEST RESOLUTION OF YOUR CASE POSSIBLE !

Jerod Gunsberg represents clients in all state and federal criminal matters, from first time misdemeanors to violent offenses to complex white collar matters. He is also deeply involved in emerging areas of criminal law such as medical marijuana defense, financial elder abuse, and computer crime.

After extensive training from some of the top criminal trial attorneys in Los Angeles, Jerod Gunsberg quickly amassed a track record of excellent results and a reputation as an aggressive advocate who fights hard for clients while still maintaining respectful and productive relationships with prosecutors and law enforcement. As a former executive in the music industry, Jerod brings decades of real-world experience to the table. His clients benefit from his seasoned, practical, and street-wise approach to negotiations and trial strategy.

Jerod also has a keen interest in defending teens and children in delinquency court. He is an alumni of Loyola Law School's Center for Juvenile Law and Policy, he received an award from the National Clinical Legal Education Association for his outstanding work defending minors facing criminal charges. Jerod was awarded a post-graduate Public Interest Corps Fellowship as an adviser on juvenile delinquency issues for Public Counsel's Children Rights Project. He has spoken about the rights of minors in the criminal justice system for the Constitutional Rights Foundation and the Los Angeles County Bar Association.

Jerod received his undergraduate degree from New York University. He received his law degree from Loyola Law School where he was awarded First Honors in Loyola's nationally lauded Trial Advocacy program. Jerod is admitted to practice in California State Court and the United States District Court for the Central District of California.

The high cost of having a divorce can force couples into handling their own divorce case without proper legal representation. Yet, being unfamiliar with Family Law and being in a dispute over custody, property, assets, etc. can be confusing and very costly in the long run. The Brenner Law Firm can help you mediate your divorce. As a neutral mediator, Cherie Brenner, who is an attorney knowing Family Law, can help you settle your divorce without the expensive cost of two Divorce attorneys battling it out in court. Don't leave the decisions about your future and your children's future in the hands of a Judge who has no real knowledge of your wants and needs. Through the Mediation Process you both can work through your own agreement in a setting that is conducive to settlement. Ms. Cherie Brenner can also help in the low cost filing and the necessary paper work involved. The Brenner Law Firm can handle your divorce without the stress, anger and anxiety of handling it yourselves, and saving both parties thousands of dollars attorney fees. Call today to set up an appointment for a free consultation to discuss how successful the mediation process works. View our website at http;//The BrennerLawFirm.net and/or call (949) 259-3140. Our office is close to the 5 freeway near Crown Valley Parkway at 28202 Cabot Road, Suite 300, Laguna Niguel, Ca. 92677. We are looking forward to meeting you.
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