TLD Law Blog

Attorney Monica Goel Installed as President of Soroptimist International of Downey

Congratulations to our very own Monica Goel for being installed as the next President of the Soroptimist International of Downey for the upcoming year. Past president Dianne Lumsdaine hosted the event at her lovely home where members of the Downey community celebrated by dressing in traditional festive Indian attire and feasting on delicious Indian food.  Soroptimist International of Downey provides an enriching environment that allows lasting friendships to form while making both the local community and the world a better place through the service that is provided. The name, Soroptimist, means best for women. The organization's mission statement, "Soroptimist help women and children, and help to make the community a better place to live" reflects one of the foundational aspirations of the people at Tredway, Lumsdaine & Doyle.

Ms. Goel also spoke at an NBI seminar on Friday on Estate Administration Practice in Irvine, CA.  She has extensive experience in Estate Planning and Administration.

TLD Managing Partner Recognized for Leadership

Matthew L. Kinley, Managing partner at TLD was recognized for his leadership and outstanding efforts as Chairman of the Long Beach Area Chamber of Commerce for 2007-2008 at its recent Inaugural Gala.

ROY JIMENEZ SECURES BANKRUPTCY VICTORY

Partner Roy Jimenez secured a victory for judgment lien holders in Federal Bankruptcy Court on May 28, 2008. Our client held a judgment of approximately $600,000, secured against the debtor's real property. The debtor filed a motion to avoid the lien by under-valuing his residence. The Court denied the motion after Mr. Jimenez presented evidence and argument that the residence had been undervalued, thereby holding most of the judgment intact.

Article Submitted By: Attorney Min N. Thai

Tredway, Lumsdaine and Doyle Welcomes Four Baby Members to its Family

TLD is very happy to announce the heartfelt arrival of four new babies into the firm family this year. 

Shannon Jenkins, a partner at TLD, is the first time mother of twins, a boy and girl.  She welcomed Jessica Marie and Grady Simeral into this world in late February and has been enjoying motherhood ever since. 

This was followed by the birth of Veronica Cobian's second daughter Vianey Citlali  just a couple weeks ago.  At 6 lbs and 11oz she is a bundle of joy. 

And, most recently, associate Jennifer Sawday also added a second daughter to her family with Hailey. 

It's an exciting time for all of us as we congratulate their families and look forward to meeting them all during upcoming company wide events.      

ATTORNEYS SECURE A MOTION FOR SUMMARY JUDGMENT

TLD partner Roy Jimenez and associate Pamela Tahim successfully secured a Motion for Summary Judgment on all causes of action that was affirmed by the Fourth District Court of Appeal in favor of an employer in a wrongful termination lawsuit.  The employee alleged damages for wrongful termination on the basis of age discrimination, disability discrimination, and failure to accommodate.   When the employee lost on the Motion for Summary Judgment last year, he appealed the decision with the hope he could force a settlement.  He not only lost the appeal, the Court of Appeal awarded the employer the costs associated with the appeal.

Article Submitted By: Attorney Matthew Kinley

TREDWAY LUMSDAINE & DOYLE ATTORNEYS PUBLISHED

Tredway, Lumsdaine & Doyle's attorney Jennifer Sawday was recently featured in the Long Beach Reporter. (A local legal newspaper). This article gives a brief discussion on "Deathbed Signings" for estate plans.

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South Asian Bar Association of Southern California Public Interest Foundation Holds 5th Annual Banquet at Union Station

The South Asian Bar Association (SABA) of Southern California Public Interest Foundation held its Fifth Annual Public Interest Foundation Banquet on April 24, 2008 at historic Union Station.  The banquet, which is the non-profit organization’s primary fund raising event, drew approximately 300 influential members of the Southern California legal community, business community, local state and federal judges, and elected officials.  Tredway, Lumsdaine & Doyle attorney Pamela Tahim is the Vice-President of the SABA Foundation and has been elected to be President for the 2008-2009 term.  The Foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to supporting public interest projects which assist the South Asian communities in Southern California.  The Foundation provides grants to grassroots organizations that provide critical legal and social services to South Asian communities and fellowships to law students who wish to devote their careers to public service.

CONGRATULATIONS TO BAL-SEAL ENGINEERING, INC.

One of TLD's clients, Bal-Seal Engineering, Inc. celebrated their 50th anniversary in business on Tuesday, May 13th, 2008.  Bal-Seal Engineering is led by Pete Balsells, pictured opposite with partner Mark Doyle, next to a picture presented to Pete by the employees. The celebration started with a walk down memory lane as to how the business has grown over the last fifty years. The employees were then treated to a day of fun including rides, games, a barbecue and raffle prizes. 

Congratulations Bal Seal Engineering, Inc. and Peter Balsells on this great accomplishment, and TLD looks forward to helping you continue to grow in the future.

CHERI KINLEY RECEIVES HONORS FROM THE RED CROSS

The Greater Long Beach Chapter of the American Red Cross announces the March Volunteer of the Month is professional photographer Cheri Kinley.

For the fourth consecutive year, Cheri donated her time to take professional portraits of each of the chapter’s Hometown Heroes and to photograph the ceremony at the breakfast awards event. Setting up a make shift studio in the chapters call center, Cheri set up appointments in advance to take the portraits of each hero. She took spectacular photos for the ceremony’s program and audio visual presentation.

On the day of the Heroes event, Cheri was there, camera in hand, to photograph the entire event. "Her cheerful demeanor and professional expertise were very welcome and appreciated," said Chairwoman of the Board of Directors Candice Stacy. "Her photos made us look our best and she had them produced so quickly that the Press Telegram printed them on the front page on the next day."

Congratulation on U.S. Chamber Award

Congratulations from clients and friends of Tredway, Lumsdaine & Doyle for winning the U.S.Chamber Small Business Award Western Region for the second year in a row.

" Congratulations for the achievement. May you continue serve in a way which merits recognition. "
- Pastor Glenn Koons

" Hi all,
a big CONGRATULATIONS! indeed it is reassuring that we are working with such a highly recognized and growing legal partner. Keep it up. "
- Bill and Terry Perez

" Congratulations. You certainly were a big help to us. As a result of your effectiveness is keeping much of my parents estate out of the grasp of the IRS, I was able to establish an endowment fund at Cal State University, Bakersfield to start a professorship in Gerontological Nursing. "
- A. Cochran

" Congratulations!!!!! An award well deserved. "
- Jesse B. Johnson, Jr., CPPB, CCA
Diversity and Economic Opportunity Officer, City of Long Beach

" Congratulations for being selected one of seven finalists for the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Small Business of the Year Award. It is an honor to have your firm serve on our Paralegal Advisory Board here at Cerritos College. I was privileged to have personally known Harold Tredway as he was serving as a Cerritos College Board of Trustees member when I was hired at the college in 1984. "
- Mary Pribble
Law Department Chair, Cerritos College

" Congratulations ! "
- Wiechelman & Associates - RJH

" Congratulations to Each of You at Tredway.....
I have enjoyed working with and referring clients over the years to your company. Your professionalism, knowledge and dedication is excellent. I especially appreciate the helpfulness and communications of Vicki Perkins and Susan Ivison with whom I have the most contact. "
- Robyn Wonnell, Realtor
Owner-Partner, ALLChoice Realty, Inc.

" Good job! Congratulations - this is a big honor!! "
- Dr. Wendy Doty, Superintendent
Downey Unified School District

The TLD family would like to thank all the people that have supported us and share our vision. Thank you for your compliments and honors. With your support will continue to make our community a better place for all of us.