Attorneys

Nina M. Patane
Partner

Colleagues and judges alike describe Nina as “the one you want in your corner” – her tenacity, intellect, and extensive experience make her a worthy adversary for any opponent and her talent shows in her successful track record. For Nina, there is no issue too complex, no obstacle too hard to overcome, and no matter too big or small – she was born to advocate and handles each matter with care, diligence, and skill.

Education
Santa Clara University (1986) B.S. Political Science
Santa Clara University (1991) J.D., With Honors

Practice Areas
ADA Compliance and Defense, Agriculture Law, Appellate Law, Business Law, Car Accident, Catastrophic Loss, Civil Litigation, Civil Rights Actions, Constitutional Law, Contract Disputes, Employment Litigation, Environmental Law, Federal Litigation, Healthcare Law, Insurance Issues, Oral Argument, Personal Injury, Police Brutality, Real Property, Search & Seizure Law, Water Law, Wage & Hour Class Action, Wrongful Death

James K. Gumberg
Partner

Jim is the consummate counselor – he is dedicated to his clients and makes himself available for both routine questions and the unexpected crisis. Jim often travels to visit clients to learn about their business or issues or to provide employment and labor law training for businesses management and employees. Jim has deep experience and helps clients navigate state and federal laws and regulations in an understandable and reassuring manner.

Education
University of Florida (1987) B.A. Political Science
Santa Clara University (1991) J.D., With Honors

Practice Areas
Agriculture Law, Business Law, Civil Litigation, Contract Disputes, Corporate Formation, Corporate Management, Employment Litigation, Federal Litigation, Hospitality Issues, Mediation, Real Property, Union Issues, Wage & Hour Class Action, Workplace and Paystub Issues

Andrea C. Avila
Partner

Andrea’s commitment to clients makes her more than a counselor – many consider her an essential member of their team. As a Salinas native, Andrea appreciates and understands the issues that face people and businesses in the Salinas Valley. Andrea is a civil litigator in business, real property, and personal injury matters. Having handled numerous contract disputes, Andrea has the experience and foresight to draft contracts that avoid legal disputes.

Education
San Jose University (1992) B.S. Administration of Justice
Golden Gate University (1997) J.D.

Practice Areas
Agriculture Law, Appeals, Business Law, Catastrophic Loss, Civil Litigation, Civil Rights Actions, Constitutional Law, Contract Disputes, Corporate Formation, Employment Litigation, Federal Litigation, Personal Injury, Real Property, Search & Seizure Law, Wine Law

Ignascio G. Camarena II
Partner

Ignascio is a seasoned employment litigator with nearly 20 years of experience. He represents small and mid-size companies in single-plaintiff and class-action employment and wage and hour cases in state and federal courts in California. Ignascio also defends employers against wage and hour and retaliation claims before the Division of Labor Standards Enforcement and California Labor Commissioner. His day-to-day practice includes counseling employers in the construction, restaurant, and labor staffing industries on best practices in hiring, discipline, and termination as well as employee safety issues.

Education
San Jose State University – (1997) B.S. Criminal Justice
Golden Gate Law School – J.D. (2002) – Senior Editor, Law Review

Practice Areas
Business, Criminal Defense, Employment, Personal Injury.

Admissions
State Bar of California
United States District Courts – Northern, Southern, Central and Eastern Districts
Ninth Circuit Court of Appeal
United States Court of Appeals for Veteran’s Claims.

Jennifer C. Owens
Associate Attorney

Colleagues describe Jennifer as a “tenacious problem solver” due to her analytical instinct, her tenacity in getting to the root of legal problems, and because she knows how to analyze the law to achieve the best results for her clients. Influenced by her experience working in a literacy program for children, Jennifer dedicated her study of law to helping people in need of a voice and she is dedicated to fighting for her clients so they achieve success.

Education
University of California, Stanislaus (2002) B.S. Biology
Western State University (2006) J.D.

Practice Areas
Accidents & Personal Injury, Agriculture, Business Matters, Civil Litigation, Contracts, Contracts, Civil Rights, healthcare Law, Insurance Issues, Labor and Employment, Legal Research and Writing, Real Estate, Wrongful Death.

Juan Carlos Calzetta, iii
Associate Attorney

Juan grew up in Monterey County and is proud to live in Monterey, the first capital of California, and to serve the people and businesses of the Salinas Valley, the “Salad Bowl of the World.” Juan is interested in a broad range of legal issues, is fluent in Spanish and connects easily with Spanish speakers, and had the fortune to assist thousands of people as a court self-help center attorney. Juan embraces PGA’s ethos, diligence, and team mentality.

Education
University of California, Santa Barbara (2003) Dual BA, Global Studies and Italian Studies
Santa Clara University School of Law (2008) J.D.

Practice Areas
ADA Compliance and Defense, Agriculture Law, Business Law, Civil Litigation, Civil Rights, Constitutional Law, Contract Disputes, Corporate Formation, Custody, Divorce, Employment Litigation, Environmental Law, Evictions, Family Law, Federal Litigation, Freedom of Information Act Requests, Hospitality Issues, Insurance Issues, Landlord-Tenant Disputes, Oral Argument, Permitting, Personal Injury, Real Property, Restaurant Management, Search & Seizure Law, Water Law, Wage & Hour Class Action, Wrongful Death

Anais Mora
Associate Attorney

Anais has a long history with PGA – she started as a legal assistant during law school and now works as a licensed attorney. A native of the Salinas valley, Anais is attuned to local issues and is proud to dedicate her abilities and efforts to serving the community she grew up in. Anais is fluent in Spanish and she is adaptable and dedicated to protecting and advancing her clients’ best interests. Anais is also trained in mediation skills.

Education
San Diego State University (2008) B.S. Criminal Justice
Monterey College of Law (2015) J.D.

Practice Areas
Agriculture Law, Business Law, Car Accident, Catastrophic Loss, Civil Litigation, Contract Disputes, Employment Litigation, Federal Litigation, Healthcare Law, Insurance Issues, Personal Injury, Real Property, Wage & Hour Class Action, Wrongful Death

William Frusetta
Associate Attorney

William is a Central Coast native born and raised in Tres Pinos, California. With an historical lineage of representing and serving Californians, William steadfastly serves each client with respect and zeal. Goal-oriented and driven to securing meaningful results, William is a trustworthy hand in navigating legal disputes.

Education
University of California, Santa Barbara (2014) BA, Political Science
McGeorge School of Law (2017) J.D.

Practice Areas
Agriculture Law, Business Law, Civil Litigation, Civil Rights, Constitutional Law, Contract Disputes, Employment Litigation, Environmental Law, Federal Litigation, Landlord-Tenant Disputes, Mediation, Oral Argument, Personal injury, Real Property, Wage & Hour Class Action, Workplace and Paystub Issues.