In the News

• Dec 15
  A holiday wish list of potential employment law changes for 2023

  Paraphrasing Ben Franklin, there are three certainties in California: death, taxes and numerous new employment laws every year. As of 2023-2024 California legislative session begins, the question is not whether a re-relected Gov. Gavin Newsom and Democrat super-majorities in both legislative chambers will enact new employment laws, but "which one?" This article will suggest some legislative changes to provide additional workplace flexibility or clarify California employment law, while preserving workplace protections. 

• Nov 28
  Partner Carolina Bravo-Karimi Named 2022 Business Woman of the Year for a Private Medium-Sized Company by San Diego Business Journal

  The San Diego Business Journal recognizes the top 10 dynamic women business leaders who have contributed significantly to San Diego’s workplaces and communities.

• Nov 14
  Partner Carolina Bravo-Karimi and Senior Associate Rita M. Leong Listed Among 2022 San Diego Business Journal's Business Women of the Year Finalists
• Sep 9
  The Recorder Names Carolina Bravo-Karimi a Finalist in the 2022 Mentorship Award Category

  WTK Managing Partner Carolina Bravo-Karimi has been named a finalist in the "Mentorship Award" category as part of the California Legal Awards put on by The Recorder.

• Sep 5
  Wilson Turner Kosmo Listed as Finalist by the San Diego Business Journal Nonprofit & Corporate Citizenship Awards 2022

  WTK was recognized by the San Diego Business Journal as a finalist for its 2022 Nonprofit and Corporate Citizenship Award honoring individuals and organizations for outstanding work in the nonprofit sphere. WTK was named a winner of this award in 2021.

• Sep 1
  Partner Carolina Bravo-Karimi Named a 2022 Trailblazer (West) by The American Lawyer

  The American Lawyer recognizes professionals in the West who have moved the needle in the legal industry. 

• Aug 22
  Wilson Turner Kosmo Ranked Top Small Firm For Female Attorneys

  Wilson Turner Kosmo has been ranked as the top law firm with under 100 attorneys in Law360’s annual Glass Ceiling Report: Women in Law which ranks firms based on their percentage of female attorneys and the percentage of female equity partners. With 75% of our attorney workforce and 63% of our partners being female, this includes all levels of representation, from associate to equity partners.

• Aug 18
  Wilson Turner Kosmo is proud to have 9 partners listed in The Best Lawyers in America® and 9 lawyers recognized in the Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America™ 2023 editions

  Wilson Turner Kosmo, the largest certified women-owned law firm in San Diego, celebrates 9 partners being listed in The Best Lawyers in America® 2023 edition. For over 40 years, Best Lawyers has selected attorneys for inclusion based entirely on peer review by colleagues within the same geographical area and legal practice area. 

• Aug 2
  Senior Associate Elizabeth C. Rein Listed By The San Diego Business Journal As a Finalist for Their 40 Next Top Business Leaders Under 40 2022

  Senior Associate Elizabeth C. Rein has been listed by the San Diego Business Journal as a finalist for their 40 Next Top Business Leaders Under 40 for 2022. The award honors young professionals — leaders, change makers and innovators — who are making waves, creating impact and leaving a positive mark on the San Diego community. 

• Jul 26
  We're Hiring: Mid to Senior Level Employment Attorney

  Ideal candidate will have mid to senior level employment litigation experience, strong credentials, excellent research, writing and oral advocacy skills required. 

• Jul 11
  Partner Robin Assaf Wofford Named a 2022 San Diego Top Woman of Influence by San Diego Business Journal

  Partner Robin Assaf Wofford has been named by the San Diego Business Journal a 2022 San Diego Top Woman of Influence 50 over 50. Wofford is a leading business and employment litigator trusted by the nation’s largest corporations and local, family-owned businesses to litigate and resolve unfair business practices, antitrust, false advertising, trade secret, franchise, wage, wrongful termination, discrimination and sexual harassment disputes. 

• Jul 7
  Wilson Turner Kosmo Strengthens Team with Six New Hires

  The San Diego-based law firm Wilson Turner Kosmo, one of the largest certified women-owned firms in California, continues to strengthen its team of skilled attorneys with the additions of Patrick Allen, Evan Critchlow, Kyle Fellenz, Ana Hartman, Susan Henderson and Mary Snyder to its business, employment products liability and warranty practice groups.

• Jun 30
  Partner Parada K. Ornelas Selected by Profiles in Diversity Journal as one of the 2022 Asian Leaders Worth Watching

  Partner Parada K. Ornelas has been selected by Profiles in Diversity Journal as one of the 2022 Asian Leaders Worth Watching which honors outstanding individuals who have blazed new trails, welcomed challenges, mentored others, advanced diversity and inclusion in the workplace and the community, and excelled in their chosen fields.

• Jun 20
  Partner Emily J. Fox Selected For Inclusion in San Diego Business Journal’s Women of Influence In Law 2022

  Partner Emily J. Fox has been selected for inclusion in San Diego Business Journal’s Women of Influence in Law 2022. This recognition celebrates women trailblazers in law by highlighting their careers and significant accomplishments within the San Diego community.

• Jun 9
  Partners Daniel C. Gunning and Lonny M. Zilberman Listed Among 2022 San Diego Top Attorneys By SD Metro Magazine

  Partners Daniel C. Gunning and Lonny M. Zilberman were recently selected as two of of San Diego's Top Attorneys by SD Metro. 

• May 26
  We're Hiring: Mid to Senior Level Class Action Attorney

  Ideal candidate will have mid to senior level class action litigation experience, strong credentials, excellent research, writing and oral advocacy skills required. 

• May 20
  We're Hiring: Litigation Calendar/Docket Clerk

  Ideal candidate will have an excellent knowledge of state, federal and appellate rules and experience with litigation calendaring software. Must be very detailed-oriented, able to research court rules and work independently.  Accuracy is essential.

• Mar 31
  Wilson Turner Kosmo has 16 Attorneys Named to 2022 San Diego Super Lawyers and Rising Stars Lists

  SAN DIEGO (March 31, 2022) – Wilson Turner Kosmo, one of the largest women-owned law firms in California, is home to eight attorneys selected for inclusion on the 2022 San Diego Super Lawyers list that includes no more than 5% of attorneys in the region.

• Feb 14
  We're Hiring: Product Liability and Warranty Associate Attorney

  Ideal candidate will have 3 to 5 years of litigation experience (product liability and warranty experience a plus), to support the firm's products liability and warranty practice, strong credentials, excellent research, writing and oral advocacy skills required. 

• Jan 1
  Wilson Turner Kosmo LLP Elects Four New Partners