Chang Andrew N-Esner Chang & Ellis

At Esner Chang Boyer & Murphy, we are a team of dedicated appellate lawyers who specialize in handling complex legal cases. Our firm has been serving the needs of our clients for many years, and we take pride in our ability to deliver exceptional results in the courtroom. With a combined experience of over 100 years in the field of appellate law, our team of partners is certified by the State Bar of California as appellate specialists. We understand the importance of having experienced legal representation in the appellate court system, and we strive to provide our clients with the highest level of service and expertise.

Our Services

We offer a wide range of services to our clients, including:

Appellate Briefs: We prepare and file appellate briefs on behalf of our clients, carefully crafting each document to effectively present their case to the court.

Writ Petitions: We assist clients in filing writ petitions, which enable us to seek relief from the court and challenge the trial court's decision.

Oral Argument: Our experienced attorneys prepare and present oral arguments in court, effectively advocating for our clients' interests.

Petitions for Review: We prepare and file petitions for review, seeking review of the trial court's decision and arguing that the court's ruling is incorrect or erroneous.

Pleadings & Pre-Trial Dispositive Motions: We assist clients in filing pleadings and pre-trial dispositive motions, which help to shape the parties' positions and build a strong case for the appellate court.

Trial and Post-Trial Motions and Documents: We prepare and file trial and post-trial motions and documents, helping to resolve disputes and clarify the parties' rights and obligations.

Trial and Appellate Mediation: We facilitate mediation between parties to resolve disputes and avoid costly and lengthy litigation.

Briefing and Participation: We carefully craft briefs and participate in the appellate court process, arguing our clients' cases in court and ensuring that their interests are effectively represented.

Attorneys

Our team of experienced attorneys includes:

Stuart B. Esner: A partner at the firm, Stuart has an extensive background in appellate law and has handled numerous complex cases.

Andrew N. Chang: A partner at the firm, Andrew is a seasoned appellate attorney with a deep understanding of the legal system.

Holly N. Boyer: A partner at the firm, Holly is a skilled appellate attorney with a strong background in complex litigation.

Shea S. Murphy: A partner at the firm, Shea is a talented appellate attorney with a wide range of experience in civil litigation.

Kevin K. Nguyen: An associate at the firm, Kevin is a rising star in the world of appellate law, bringing a fresh perspective and a wealth of knowledge to our team.

Rowena Dizon: An associate at the firm, Rowena is a dedicated and talented attorney who is quickly becoming an expert in the field of appellate law.

Results

Our firm has a long history of achieving successful results for our clients, including:

Roe v. Hesperia Unified Sch. Dist. (2022): We successfully reversed the trial court's order dismissing a complaint alleging sexual abuse by a school janitor.

T.L. v. City Ambulance of Eureka, Inc. (2022): We successfully reversed a summary judgment against a plaintiff who was injured while being transported from a crisis stabilization unit to an inpatient psychiatric unit.

Adamson v. Hibachi Buffet (2022): We successfully reinstated a jury verdict in favor of a plaintiff who was injured when he slipped on wet tile at a restaurant.

Ratcliff v. The Roman Catholic Archbishop of Los Angeles (2022): We successfully defended a group of victims of child molestation by a priest against an anti-SLAPP motion brought by the Archdiocese.

Scheer v. Regents of the University of California (2022): We successfully reversed a summary judgment against a plaintiff who alleged employment retaliation by the University of California.