An experienced civil litigator, Liza operates a specialized practice assisting other attorneys with high-stakes civil motions and appeals. On a per-project or contract basis, Liza provides meticulous research and writing services and thoughtful insight to small plaintiff’s-side litigation firms handling big cases. She has expertise in multiple practice areas, including catastrophic personal injury, product defects, public entity liability, medical negligence, employment discrimination, civil rights, and police misconduct. Liza is licensed to practice in California. She has a Juris Doctor degree from UC Hastings and was one of the first women to earn a Bachelor of Arts at Amherst College. In her free time, Liza works with Oakland high school students through Writer Coach Connection, a local non-profit, and enjoys practicing Afro-Cuban folkloric dance and percussion.