Atkinson, Andelson, Loya, Ruud & Romo is a premier California-based law firm with deep roots and a formidable reputation, specializing in comprehensive legal services for both public- and private-sector clients. Since its founding in 1979, the firm has distinguished itself through its extensive reach—with over 200 attorneys across nine offices statewide—and its commitment to delivering tailored, innovative legal counsel. Recognized for its exceptional diversity, AALRR was named the top law firm in the country for minority equity partners and minority attorneys by Law360.
The firm’s approach is built on a foundation of deep legal and experiential expertise, with many attorneys bringing prior backgrounds as HR professionals, teachers, and architects to their practice. AALRR emphasizes personalized, thorough solutions over a one-size-fits-all methodology, ensuring each client receives dedicated attention and strategic advocacy. Their clientele spans a wide range of industries, including education, construction, public entities, real estate, and technology, reflecting their adaptability and broad knowledge base.
Services Offered
- Legal Services
- Employment Attorney
- Labor Relations Attorney
- Tax Attorney
- Trial Attorney
- Corporate, Finance & Transactions
- Business Formation, Liquidation & Redemption
- Buy-Sell & Shareholder Agreements
- Commercial Agreements & Secured Transactions
- Corporate Governance
- Executive Compensation & Employee Benefit Plans
- Financing & Venture Capital
- Franchise, Distribution & Supply Agreements
- Mergers & Acquisitions
- Minority/Woman/Veteran/Disadvantaged/Small Business Certification
- Mitigation Agreements
- Nondisclosure, Trade Secret & Non-competition Agreements
- Nonprofit Organizations
- Real Property
- Succession Planning
- Data Privacy & Security
- Education Law (including Charter Schools, Clery Act, IDEA/504/ADA, Title IX)
- Construction Law (Bidding, Claims, Litigation, School Facilities)
- Collective Bargaining & Labor Relations
- Eminent Domain
- Environmental, Land Use & Zoning
- False Claims Act
- Federal Contracting
- OSHA/Safety Compliance
- Public Finance
- Public Works & Prevailing Wage
- Purchasing & Procurement
- Real Estate Law
- Intellectual Property
- Investigations, Regulatory Enforcement and White Collar Defense
- Labor & Employment Litigation
- Leaves of Absence
- Administrative Hearings & Arbitrations
- Alternative Dispute Resolution
- Business & Commercial Litigation
- Class Action Defense
- Professional Malpractice and Liability
- Trust & Estate Litigation
- Wage & Hour Disputes
- Public Safety Law (Advice, Collective Bargaining, Discipline)
- ERISA & Qualified Plans
- Tax Controversy & Litigation
- Tax Planning for Companies
- Tax-Deferred Transactions & Corporate Reorganizations
- Water Law (CEQA, Propositions 218 & 26, Water Rights)
- Workplace Training
Serving clients from offices in Cerritos, Fresno, Irvine, Marin, Pasadena, Pleasanton, Riverside, Sacramento, San Diego, and Westlake Village, AALRR team is equipped to handle legal matters with a statewide presence and a global perspective. The firm is also highly active in community involvement and regularly hosts conferences and training events, such as their Annual Employment Law Conference and complimentary webinar series, reinforcing their role as educators and leaders in the legal field.
