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Founding Partner, Samantha Dorey, Selected as the Keynote Speaker at the Chapman University Fowler School of Law Admitted Student Preview Day
Everett Dorey's Founding Partner, Samantha Dorey, was selected to speak as the Keynote Speaker at the Chapman University Fowler School of Law Admitted Student Preview Day Lunch on Saturday, April 6th. With a wealth of experience and wisdom, Samantha will impart invaluable advice to the incoming class of law students, offering insights that will undoubtedly shape their journey through legal education and beyond.
Everett Dorey LLP Given Spotlight in Discussion About Orange County’s Legal Industry Bouncing Back to Pre-Pandemic Levels
Orange County Business Journal recently spoke to Everett Dorey’s Co-Founder and Partner, Samantha Dorey, to discuss Orange County’s legal industry bouncing back to pre-pandemic levels of demand. With courthouses working through backlogs of cases now making it to trial, the demand for exceptional trial attorneys will continue to grow, especially in high stakes complex matters involving public entities, employment law and environmental law.
Everett Dorey Attends the Thurgood Marshall Bar Association’s Installation Gala Celebrating Black Excellence
Everett Dorey congratulates all the honorees, incoming officers and directors, and scholarship recipients at the Thurgood Marshall Bar Association’s Installation Gala celebrating Black Excellence. We had an amazing time immersing ourselves in the curated music, food, and arts last night at the stunning Bowers Museum.
Everett Dorey is a proud sponsor of the gala and appreciate and recognize the Thurgood Marshall Bar Association’s ongoing commitment to diversity, professional improvement, and the advancement of justice through positive community involvement and excellence in the practice of law.
Congratulations to Samantha Dorey for her nomination to the 2024 Orange County Inspirational Women Forum and Leadership Awards!
Congratulations to Everett Dorey's Partner and Co-Founder, Samantha Dorey for her nomination to the 2024 Orange County Inspirational Women Forum and Leadership Awards from the Los Angeles Times!
The event will recognize accomplished female leaders from corporations and non-profit organizations throughout Orange County who have achieved remarkable success and accomplishments across different award categories. Additionally, there will be panel discussions featuring top business leaders, both designed to inform and inspire.
Everett Dorey Proudly Sponsors the Thurgood Marshall Bar Association 6th Annual Scholarship Awards & Installation Gala
Everett Dorey is proud to support and sponsor next month's Thurgood Marshall Bar Association 6th Annual Scholarship Awards & Installation Gala! Join us March 14th at the Bowers Museum in Santa Ana as we celebrate black excellence and support the next generation of legal leaders. Visit the following website for details on this exciting event.
DRI Spotlights Stacy Douglas for Black History Month
Black History Month is a time to reflect on the contributions of Black Americans; we are grateful to the DRI and Ebony S. Morris for the profile honoring Everett Dorey's own Partner and Directory of Diversity and Inclusion, Stacy Douglas She/Her/Hers. Stacy is active and passionate about promoting Diversity in the legal profession. Throughout her career, she has worked to promote diverse attorneys across the country by speaking and training clients and business entities on the importance of sexual harassment policies and training, unconscious bias, and elimination of bias training and how inclusion of all demographics is necessary to future success.
Diana Chao Selected to the 2024 Southern California List of Super Lawyers Rising Stars
Congratulations to Everett Dorey's Partner, Diana Chao for her selection to the 2024 California Rising Stars list. Each year, no more than 2.5 percent of the lawyers in the state are selected by the research team at Super Lawyers to receive this honor. super Lawyers recognizes outstanding lawyers who have attained a high degree of peer recognition and professional achievement. The annual selections are made using a multiphase process that includes a statewide survey of lawyers, an independent research evaluation of candidates and peer reviews by practice area
Samantha Dorey Selected to the 2024 Southern California List of Super Lawyers Rising Stars
Congratulations to Everett Dorey’s Partner and Co-Founder, Samantha Dorey for her selection to the 2024 California Rising Stars list. Each year, no more than 2.5 percent of the lawyers in the state are selected by the research team at Super Lawyers to receive this honor. Super Lawyers is a rating service of lawyers from more than 70 practice areas who have attained a high degree of peer recognition and professional achievement. For more information, please visit: https://lnkd.in/ghEg-Hib.
Seymour Everett Selected to the 2024 Southern California List of Super Lawyers
Congratulations to Everett Dorey’s Managing Partner and Co-Founder, Seymour Everett, on his selection to the 2024 California Super Lawyers List! Each year, Super Lawyers recognizes the top lawyers in the Southern California area as selected through peer nomination and independent research. Only lawyers who received the highest point totals during the nomination, research and peer review process are included on the list. The annual list represents fewer than five percent of the lawyers in the California region. For more information, please visit: https://lnkd.in/gGzP4GRN
Seymour Everett Recognized as 2024 Volunteer of the Year by the Orange County Chapter of the The American Board of Trial Advocates
Everett Dorey Managing Partner and Co-Founder Seymour Everett has been recognized as the 2024 Volunteer of the Year by the Orange County Chapter of the The American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA - Orange County)! This past weekend, Sy received this prestigious award and expressed deep humility in accepting such an esteemed recognition.
Everett Dorey Named 2024 Inclusive Workplace
For the second consecutive year, Best Companies Group, in partnership with COLOR Magazine, announced the recognition of our firm for our outstanding dedication to fostering inclusivity and a sense of belonging in our work environment through the Inclusive Workplace Program. We underwent a thorough assessment involving comprehensive surveys and data analysis, evaluating key aspects such as inclusion, belonging, psychological safety, community, and purpose. "This program highlights the real strides companies are making in cultivating inclusive cultures that help all employees feel valued and engaged," stated Jaime Raul Zepeda, Executive Vice President of Best Companies Group. Everett Dorey is proud to stand as a shining example of an inclusive culture, illustrating the substantial benefits that arise from prioritizing belonging and inclusivity in the workplace.
Samantha Dorey Recognized in the 2023 Orange County Business Journal (OCBJ) OC 500 Directory of Influence
Everett Dorey is pleased to announce Founding Partner Samantha Dorey has been recognized on the 2023 OC500 list by the Orange County Business Journal. This yearly publication showcases the skills and diverse talents within the Orange County Legal Community, featuring a compilation of the region’s 500 most impactful figures across various industries.
Motion for Summary Judgement Granted!
In highly contested litigation involving the AIDS Healthcare Foundation, recently profiled in the Los Angeles Times and other national news sources, an Los Angeles Superior Court Judge granted the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power’s Motion for Summary Judgement. This victory would not have been possible without the hard work, dedication, and collaboration with the Los Angeles City Attorney’s office and Everett Dorey Attorney Jesse Maxwell. Congratulations to the entire team!
Seymour Everett Quoted In the Orange County Register
Everett Dorey and Managing Partner Seymour Everett quoted in the Orange County Register regarding the important work cities are doing to protect people who suffer from addiction.
Everett Dorey Ranked Best Law Firm by Best Lawyers
Everett Dorey was selected for inclusion in the 2024 Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms” in Orange County and was ranked Tier 1 for Commercial Litigation.
To be considered for this inclusion, a firm must have at least one lawyer recognized in the current edition of The Best Lawyers in America® in a Best Law Firms practice area and geographic jurisdiction to become eligible for a Best Law Firms award. Additionally, feedback provided by clients and professional references, lawyer evaluations, and firmographic information are all taken into consideration during the research process.
Stacy Douglas Elected to the DRI Board of Directors
Everett Dorey congratulates Stacy Douglas, Partner and Director of Diversity and Inclusion at Everett Dorey, on her election to the DRI Board of Directors as National Director at the 2023 DRI Annual Meeting in San Antonio, Texas, on October 25–27.
DRI is the largest membership organization of attorneys defending the interests of business and individuals in civil litigation. The goals of DRI include, but is not limited to, enhancing the skills of defense lawyers, addressing issues relevant to defense lawyers and the civil justice system, and embracing the countless benefits and contributions a diverse membership.
Everett Dorey Recognized at the OCCDL DEI Gala
Everett Dorey had an amazing evening celebrating DEI in the legal field with fellow Orange County Coalition for Diversity in the Law Inc (OCCDL) members and the Orange County community. Everett Dorey is a proud sponsor of the OCCDL’s 3rd Annual DEI Gala on October 12th at FÊTE and honored to be recognized in the following categories:
⭐Top Legal Organization for DEI: Everett Dorey
⭐Top Young Lawyer: Allyson Oishi | Everett Dorey
⭐Top DEI Champion: Seymour Everett | Everett Dorey
These awards recognize individuals and organizations that provide excellent legal services and are dedicated to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion within the Orange County community. Congratulations to all the honorees!
Seymour Everett Selected as OC Visionary by the Los Angeles Times (via L.A. Times B2B Publishing)
Congratulations to Everett Dorey's Managing Partner / Co-Founder Seymour Everett for being selected as an OC Visionary by the Los Angeles Times (via L.A. Times B2B Publishing)! Individuals were selected by the acumen, ingenuity and drive that is impacting change within the OC community
Everett Dorey Recognized by Benchmark Litigation
The 2024 edition of Benchmark Litigation has just been unveiled, and we extend our heartfelt congratulations to our Founding Partners, Seymour Everett (acknowledged as a Litigation Star) and Samantha Dorey (recognized as a Future Star), as well as to our firm, Everett Dorey LLP (endorsed as a Recommended Firm). This honor is a well-deserved recognition of your accomplishments and the acknowledgment that our firm has received
Seymour Everett Quote in the Orange County Register
Everett Dorey managing partner, Seymour Everett quoted in Orange County Register regarding dismissal of Wrongful Death and Excessive Force claims against Santa Ana PD and Chief David Valentin. Everett credits the dismissal to the exemplary police work by Santa Ana PD and the leadership of Chief David Valentin.
Everett Dorey Receives Defense Victory on Behalf of the City of Santa Ana and Santa Ana Chief of Police
Everett Dorey secures a dismissal of wrongful death and excessive force claims against the City of Santa Ana and Chief David Valentin in the Lopez v Santa Ana matter field in Federal Court. This victory would not have been possible without the hard work, dedication, and collaboration of an incredible litigation team, led by Partner Christopher Lee.
Samantha Dorey Nominated for the 2023 Women in Business Awards
The Orange County Business Journal's Women in Business Awards take place October 5 and Everett Dorey's Founding Partner Samantha Dorey is a nominee! This annual award ceremony honors five exceptional business and professional OC women who are making significant contributions to their organizations and the Orange County community. Congratulations Sam on your nomination!
Seymour Everett Recognized by Best Lawyers
Everett Dorey announces the recognition of Managing Partner and Co-Founder Seymour Everett in the commemorative 30th edition of the Best Lawyers in America. The firm is honored to have Sy recognized with such esteemed distinction in the legal profession.
Silvia Schaffer Recognized by Best Lawyers
Everett Dorey LLP congratulates our very own Silvia Chung Schaffer for being recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in the areas of Personal Injury Litigation | Defendants, Product Liability Litigation | Defendants, and Transportation Law. These awards are recognitions given to attorneys for outstanding professional excellence in private practice.
Samantha Dorey Named to the “2023 Leaders of Influence: Women in Law” List from the Orange County Business Journal
Congratulations to Everett Dorey LLP's Founding Partner Samantha Dorey for being named to the Orange County Business Journal’s “2023 Leaders of Influence: Women in Law.” Honorees are recognized for their diverse talent and making great strides to advance their careers, practices, and profiles in the Orange County Legal Community
Everett Dorey Plays Hard in the 2023 Pickleball for Wishes Tournament
Recently, Everett Dorey LLP, represented by our attorneys Jesse Maxwell and Jeffrey Gillard, proudly sponsored and competed in the 3rd Annual Pickleball for Wishes tournament hosted by the Make-A-Wish America Orange County and Inland Empire Chapter at the Tennis and Pickleball Club at Newport Beach! Pickleball for Wishes is unique opportunity to engage in competitive rounds of pickleball while also coming together in support of a common mission: to bring the life-changing impact of a wish to children in our communities who are battling critical illnesses.
Everett Dorey Announces New Office: Phoenix, Arizona
Everett Dorey LLP, a full service civil litigation firm, has expanded our footprint with the opening of our new office in Phoenix, Arizona! Located near the center of Phoenix, this location is accessible to clients throughout the Arizona metropolitan. At Everett Dorey, we pride ourselves on our legal acumen, trial record, experience and ability to put clients in the best position to succeed. Everett Dorey attorneys are innovative thinkers and bold litigators who work tenaciously for clients and remain one step ahead of their adversaries. Our new Phoenix office is located at 11811 N. Tatum Blvd. Ste. 3031 Phoenix, AZ 85028.
Everett Dorey Named to the 2023 Best Places to Work SoCal List by Best Companies Group
We are thrilled to announce that Everett Dorey has been named to the 🏆 2023 Best Places to Work SoCal list by Best Companies Group, a BridgeTower Media Company. Everett Dorey was recognized and selected based on responses from a detailed and comprehensive survey of its employees.
Everett Dorey Named to the 2023 Best Places to Work in Orange County List by Orange County Business Journal
Everett Dorey was recently named as one of the 2023 Best Places to Work in Orange County, an awards program run by the Orange County Business Journal. Organizations from across the county entered the two-part process designed to identify, recognize and honor the best places of employment in Orange County, California.
Seymour Everett Quoted in Orange County Register
Everett Dorey partner, Seymour Everett quoted in Orange County Register article regarding the City of Costa Mesa‘s important decision to seek review of discrimination standard by the US Supreme Court.