Gender-Based Violence

Civil justice for survivors of violence and abuse.

Violence and abuse take many forms, and the criminal courts are not the only path to justice. I represent survivors in civil claims against the people who harmed them and the institutions that enabled them. As a former domestic violence prosecutor, I have tried these cases to juries, and I understand what it takes for a survivor to walk into a courtroom.

These cases are deeply personal, and I handle them that way: directly, confidentially, and with respect for what you have been through. When you are ready, reach out through the contact page.

Gender-Based Violence Cases We Handle

  • Civil Claims Against Abusers

    California law gives survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, and harassment powerful civil remedies. A civil case is yours, not the government’s. You decide whether to bring it, you direct it, and it seeks compensation for what was taken from you: your safety, your health, your income, and your peace of mind.

  • Claims Against Institutions

    Abuse rarely happens in a vacuum. Employers, schools, landlords, and government agencies that enable abuse, ignore reports, or protect abusers can be held accountable alongside them. I pursue the full picture of responsibility, not just the person who caused the harm.

  • Privacy and Image Abuse

    The nonconsensual sharing of intimate images is a form of abuse, and California law provides real remedies for it. I help clients protect their privacy, remove harmful content, and pursue damages from those responsible. These cases are deeply personal, and I handle them that way: directly, confidentially, and with respect for what you have been through.