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Provided by Laurie J Hepler
Clients retain Laurie in state and federal courts throughout California and the U.S. She has briefed and argued countless California appeals, including three California Supreme Court wins, and has argued in the highest courts of two other states and several federal circuits. Laurie collaborates with corporate counsel, insurers and individual clients to navigate all aspects of the appellate process objectively and strategically. Her clients’ appellate matters span a wide range of subjects, including employment, product liability, insurance coverage, contract disputes, personal jurisdiction, and unfair competition.
Successful first- and second-chair trial experience back up her appellate expertise.
Fellow of the Academy of Appellate Lawyers;
Past President (2023-24) of the highly selective California Academy of Appellate Lawyers.
Since 2019, Laurie has been the Contributing Editor for the indispensable treatise on California appeals—Jon Eisenberg’s Civil Appeals and Writs (The Rutter Group).
Since 2022, Laurie has served on the Board of Trustees of Peninsula Temple Beth El in San Mateo, California. From 2016 through 2022, on the third Sunday of every month, she led a large team that produced over 30,000 bagged meals for weekend clients of Samaritan House.
Provided by Chambers
Laurie Hepler is an appellate specialist who advises clients on appeals both locally and on a nationwide basis. Her practice covers a broad range of areas, from employment to unfair competition.
Provided by Chambers
"Laurie is an excellent and very experienced appellate lawyer who has a sophisticated understanding of appellate law and a very practical approach. She is a pleasure to work with."
"She possesses exceptional research and analytical skills that enable her to spot nuances in the law."
"Laurie is a very strong appellate attorney who possesses unique and crucial expertise in the area of appellate practice. Her insight goes far beyond writing a good brief and presenting a strong oral argument."
"Laurie is an excellent and very experienced appellate lawyer who has a sophisticated understanding of appellate law and a very practical approach. She is a pleasure to work with."
"She possesses exceptional research and analytical skills that enable her to spot nuances in the law."
"Laurie is a very strong appellate attorney who possesses unique and crucial expertise in the area of appellate practice. Her insight goes far beyond writing a good brief and presenting a strong oral argument."
