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.

Anais Mora
Partner

Ms. Mora is a Salinas native and has resided in San Benito County since 2012. She attended San Diego State University where she majored in Criminal Justice.  She returned to the Central Coast and began clerking at Patane Gumberg Avila, LLP in 2010 where she developed her skills in advocacy while attending law school. Ms. Mora accelerated her way through Monterey College of Law where she now serves as a professor.

Education
San Diego State University, Criminal Justice

Practice Areas
Labor and Employment Litigation and Counseling, Workplace Trainings, General Civil Litigation, and Personal Injury. 

 

We are pleased and honored to announce the addition of Anais Mora to our partnership. We believe her skillset and expertise will be a valuable addition to our current and future clients. Ms. Mora represents clients in state and federal courts, as well as before administrative agencies.

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Attorneys serving Salinas, Monterey and all California in:

  • ADA Compliance & Defense
  • Administrative Actions
  • Agriculture Issues, Labor & Employment Law
  • Corporate Formation & Business Disputes
  • Civil Litigation, Contract Review
  • Divorce & Child Custody
  • Landlord-Tenant Issues
  • Civil & Domestic Violence Restraining Orders
  • Car Accidents
  • Personal Injury
  • Catastrophic Loss
  • Real property Acquisition & Disputes
  • Restaurant & Hospitality Issues
  • Wage & Hour Class Action
  • Environmental & Water Law Issues
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