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Everett Dorey managing partner, Seymour Everett quoted in Orange County Business Journal about the growing development of a new litigation tactic: litigation funding. Litigation funding, also known as third-party litigation financing, is a financial arrangement where a third-party funder covers the legal expenses of a claimant or plaintiff in return for a portion of any financial recovery, or for loan repayment with interest. ? For the full article, please visit: https://lnkd.in/gTNS_i8D

As the holy month of Ramadan comes to a close, Everett Dorey extends our warmest wishes to all those celebrating Eid al-Fitr. May this special time bring peace, joy, and prosperity to you and your loved ones.?We honor the rich traditions and diverse cultures that strengthen our communities and remind us of the power of reflection, compassion, and connection.

???Hello, Spring!?As the season changes, we’re reminded that growth, renewal, and fresh opportunities are all around us. At Everett Dorey, we embrace this spirit of new beginnings—whether it’s advocating for our clients, building stronger partnerships, or fostering innovation in the legal industry.?Here’s to a season filled with success, growth, and brighter days ahead!

Recently, Everett Dorey attorneys attended the THURGOOD MARSHALL BAR ASSOCIATION’s Awards and Installation Gala, where they celebrated community, connection, and excellence throughout the legal community in Orange County and beyond. ? Everett Dorey is grateful for the opportunity to support the Thurgood Marshall Bar Association and its mission to empower and uplift the community through the promotion of diversity, professional development, and advancement of justice.?

???It's Madness Time!?Selection Sunday is here, and the bracket frenzy begins! As March Madness tips off, we are ready for buzzer-beaters, Cinderella stories, and office bracket battles.?At Everett Dorey, we know a thing or two about strategy, teamwork, and winning under pressure — whether it’s in the courtroom or on the court!?Who’s your pick to go all the way? Drop your Final Four predictions below!???

??Everett Dorey LLP had the honor of serving as a Table Sponsor at the 7th Annual THURGOOD MARSHALL BAR ASSOCIATION Awards & Installation Gala. This incredible event brought together legal professionals and community leaders to celebrate excellence, diversity, and the continued pursuit of justice.?We are grateful for the opportunity to support the Thurgood Marshall Bar Association and its mission to empower and uplift the legal community. Congratulations to the award recipients and new board members - your leadership and dedication inspire us all!

At Everett Dorey, we believe that being prepared and having a plan in place can make all the difference in ensuring the safety and well-being of our team.? ? As a result, Everett Dorey recently hosted a firm-wide Workplace Violence Prevention Plan (WVPP) training, equipping every member with emergency response plans and life-saving knowledge. Our firm takes pride in creating a safe and supportive work environment where the well-being of our employees is a priority.

Everett Dorey proudly celebrates International Women’s Day, a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women. International Women's Day (IWD) has been around since 1911 and aims to forge a world that is diverse, equitable, and inclusive. ? The theme for IWD 2025 is “Accelerate Action.” Accelerate Action is a call to acknowledge strategies and resources that positively impact gender equality and reduce bias; focusing on the need to Accelerate Action emphasizes the importance of taking swift and decisive steps towards the goal of addressing systemic barriers, both in personal and professional spheres. Together, we are celebrating and advancing equity and inclusion worldwide.?#IWD2025 #AccelerateAction

?? As Everett Dorey LLP continues to expand, we are excited to welcome Misbah Rafiq to our team. Misbah specializes in a broad spectrum of legal areas, including environmental law, administrative law, employment law, complex general liability, and human rights. With a strong background in representing a variety of clients, Misbah has extensive experience working with public entities, non-governmental organizations, and both institutional and private clients. She earned her Juris Doctor degree from Lewis & Clark Law School, where she demonstrated her commitment to leadership and equity by serving on the Faculty Appointments Committee and the Equity and Inclusion Committee for the Student Bar Association. During law school, Misbah received the Pro Bono Honors Award and a certificate in Environmental and Natural Resources Law. Her practical experience includes legal externships with Human Rights First in Los Angeles and the Office of Chief Counsel for the California State Water Resources Control Board, as well as internships with the Natural Resources Defense Council, Wildlands Network, and the Council of American-Islamic Relations. Please join us in welcoming Misbah to our team!

?? Everett Dorey is pleased to announce that Founding Partner Samantha Dorey, Partner Diana Chao, and Partner James Truxaw have?been selected to the 2025 Super Lawyers Rising Stars list! Super Lawyers, part of Thomson Reuters, is a rating service of outstanding lawyers from more than 70 practice areas who have attained a high degree of peer recognition and professional achievement. Each year, no more than five percent of the lawyers in the state are selected by the research team at Super Lawyers to receive this honor. The annual selections process includes a statewide survey of lawyers, an independent research evaluation of candidates and peer reviews by practice area.