Enjoy an entertaining discussion with Jennifer Keller about her 40+ year history in the Orange County legal community. Moderated by the Hon. Andrew Guilford (ret.), this episode covers Ms. Keller’s childhood growing up in Orange County, the start of her legal career trying cases in the Orange County Public Defender’s Office, her transition to private practice, building the law firm known today as Keller Anderle Scolnick, and some of Ms. Keller’s notable courtroom victories. Along the way, Ms. Keller discusses her encounters with many well-known members of Orange County’s legal community, including Alicemarie Stotler, Frank Williams, Kathleen O’Leary, Ray Ikola, Sheila Sonenshine, and many others.

In this episode, we explore the fascinating history of some of Orange County’s most high-profile white collar criminal cases. OCBA Board Member/Stradling Attorney Sean Thomas Lobb and former Federal Prosecutor/Stradling Partner Jason de Bretteville interview former Federal Prosecutor/Manatt Partner Ken Julian and former Federal Prosecutor/Founder of the National Advocacy Institute Brett Sagel as they take us behind the scenes of the investigations and prosecutions that captured national attention.

From the Sheriff Mike Carona aka “America’s Sheriff” corruption case to the Doug DeCinces/James Mazzo insider trading case and the Michael Avenatti fraud prosecution, our guests share firsthand insights into the people, investigations, strategies, and courtroom battles that shaped these landmark cases. Tune in for an insider’s look at the evolution of white collar criminal prosecution in Orange County—and the stories behind some of the cases that made headlines far beyond the OC.

Enjoy an inspiring conversation with Judge Karen L. Robinson, highlighting her life experiences in Kentucky, schooling, and distinguished legal career. Judge Robinson reflects on her service as the first African American city council member and mayor of Costa Mesa and her path to becoming a Superior Court Judge. She also discusses her biggest influences, her relationship with the OCBA and its legacy, and provides thoughtful advice for the next generation of attorneys and law students. Tune in for an engaging conversation with a trailblazer.