Business Details
Aggressive Civil Litigation Defense Services
Founded with a commitment to excellence in civil litigation defense, Collinson | Greco stands as a boutique law firm representing clients ranging from Fortune 500 companies to insured individuals. Our attorneys share a unified philosophy of aggressive case defense, consistently achieving defense verdicts, dismissals, and favorable settlements. With decades of combined experience, we specialize in developing tailored investigative strategies that serve as powerful tools in trial or settlement negotiations.Our team combines seasoned legal professionals with a supportive staff of paralegals and legal assistants to deliver cost-effective solutions without compromising quality. Recognized for our expertise in high-exposure litigation, we maintain strong relationships with medical experts and industry leaders to enhance client representation. As a certified woman-owned firm, we help clients meet diversity goals while upholding the highest standards of professionalism and client accessibility.
Services
Civil Litigation
Employment Defense
Medical Malpractice
Workers Compensation
Business Disputes
Toxic Tort Defense
Government Liability
Product Liability
Retail Liability
Catastrophic Torts
Highlights and features
- Our attorneys consistently achieve defense verdicts and nominal settlements through aggressive case strategies.
- We specialize in cost-effective litigation tailored to each client's financial and legal objectives.
- Certified woman-owned firm helping clients meet diversity compliance requirements.
- Team includes experienced litigators with decades of success in high-exposure cases.
- Maintain strong relationships with medical experts and industry professionals for comprehensive case support.
Associations and certifications
- Women-Owned Small Business Certification
Services
Business and Commercial Litigation
We represent corporations in complex business disputes involving breach of contract, trade secrets, and unfair competition claims. Our attorneys handle cases in state and federal courts, focusing on cost-effective strategies for breach of contract actions and business tort claims. With experience in Uniform Commercial Code matters, we provide tailored solutions for national and regional clients.
Employment Litigation Defense
Our team defends employers against discrimination, harassment, and retaliation claims across federal and state jurisdictions. We handle administrative proceedings, trials, and appellate cases while developing proactive employment policies. With experience before the EEOC and state agencies, we conduct internal investigations and ensure compliance with workplace regulations through customized handbooks and training programs.
Medical Malpractice Defense
We defend healthcare professionals against malpractice claims including failure to provide adequate care and elder abuse allegations. Our attorneys collaborate with medical experts to develop robust defense strategies while maintaining relationships with both plaintiff and defense medical communities. This approach ensures thorough representation and often leads to more favorable settlement outcomes for our healthcare clients.
Workers Compensation Defense
Our firm represents employers and insurers in complex workers compensation cases involving severe injuries and occupational diseases. We handle high-exposure claims before the WCAB, specializing in litigation of fibromyalgia, stress injuries, and subrogation matters. Our attorneys focus on achieving dismissals and favorable settlements through aggressive trial preparation and strategic settlement negotiations.
Catastrophic Tort Litigation
We defend corporations against catastrophic tort claims involving death, disfigurement, and serious personal injuries. Our attorneys manage sensitive cases requiring both courtroom strategy and public relations consideration. With experience in multi-vehicle accidents and environmental torts, we represent clients in state and federal courts while balancing legal and reputational concerns for major corporations and public entities.
People
Lisa D. Collinson
Managing Partner
Lisa Collinson leads the firm's litigation team with 25+ years of experience in commercial disputes and catastrophic tort defense. Her strategic approach focuses on early case assessment and cost-effective resolutions while maintaining trial readiness for complex matters involving Fortune 500 clients.
Vicki Greco
Partner
Vicki Greco specializes in medical malpractice defense with extensive trial experience in complex healthcare litigation. Her practice includes representing physicians and hospitals in elder abuse cases and collaborating with medical experts to develop compelling defense strategies that have resulted in numerous favorable verdicts.
Charles F. Saacke
Partner
Charles Saacke focuses on employment litigation defense, representing clients before the EEOC and state agencies. His expertise includes handling discrimination claims and conducting internal workplace investigations while developing preventive employment policies for national corporations and public entities.
James M. Lloyd
Partner
James Lloyd specializes in workers compensation defense with particular expertise in high-exposure claims and appellate matters. He regularly represents insurance carriers and employers in complex cases involving occupational injuries, leading to successful dismissals and favorable settlements.
Stacy Lee
Attorney
Stacy Lee focuses on toxic tort and environmental litigation, representing corporations in complex cases involving chemical exposure and environmental damage claims. Her practice combines scientific analysis with aggressive courtroom strategy to achieve favorable outcomes for industrial and manufacturing clients.
Questions
What areas of law does Collinson | Greco specialize in?
We specialize in civil litigation defense including business disputes, employment law, medical malpractice, catastrophic torts, workers compensation, and product liability cases across California and nationwide.
Are you a certified woman-owned law firm?
Yes, Collinson | Greco is a certified Woman-Owned Small Business, helping clients meet diversity initiatives while providing expert legal representation in complex litigation matters.
How do you handle high-exposure litigation cases?
Our attorneys develop tailored investigative strategies for high-exposure cases, combining early case assessment with aggressive trial preparation to achieve favorable settlements or verdicts.
What types of clients do you represent?
We represent corporations, healthcare providers, government agencies, insurance carriers, and individuals, including Fortune 500 companies and public entities across multiple industries.
How do you ensure cost-effective legal representation?
Our approach focuses on strategic case management, early resolution opportunities, and efficient resource allocation while maintaining trial readiness for all cases.
Can I request a consultation about my case?
Yes, contact us with case details and we'll respond within 1-2 business days to discuss your case evaluation and potential representation options.
