About Us
Quinn Covarrubias is a select group of exceptional legal professionals dedicated to the vigorous protection of our clients’ interests. We are experienced trial attorneys who advocate for our clients both in and out of the courtroom.
Because our trial attorneys are fully prepared to take cases through trial, we are often able to negotiate pre-trial settlements favorable to our clients. Our appellate team has obtained approximately 40 published decisions that have helped to shape California law, particularly regarding insurance coverage and public entity liability.
Quinn Covarrubias has offices in Northern and Southern California, strategically located to handle cases in all parts of the state, as well as in Nevada. Our practice spans many areas of law and clients have included businesses both big and small, individuals, and public agencies, such as cities, counties, and public utilities.
Formerly, Murphy Campbell Alliston & Quinn, our law firm has been providing consistent and effective legal representation since 2007. The firm is now proudly 100 percent women owned. The legal professionals at Quinn Covarrubias are completely committed to achieving the best possible outcome for our clients and have the talent, resources, and experience for any task at hand.
Businesses
Legal services for businesses
Public Entities
Legal Services for Joint Powers Authorities & Public Entities
Individuals
Legal Services for Individuals & Homeowners
Powerful, Experienced, Effective & Responsive.
Our Team
Elise D. Rice
Associate Attorney
George E. Murphy
Of Counsel
Kristen Green
Associate Attorney
MARIEL COVARRUBIAS
Shareholder
Mark A. Campbell
Of Counsel
Monica A. Silver
Associate Attorney
Stephanie L. Quinn
Shareholder
Firm Articles & News
Virtual Trial – The Good, the Bad and the Ugly – by Stephanie L. Quinn
Just when I thought the pandemic was over and we were getting back to “normal”, I started my first virtual jury trial. This, after three in person COVID trials, two...
Federal Appellate Court Gives California’s Local Governments the Green Light to Sue Fossil Fuel Companies in State Court
The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeal recently ruled that six lawsuits brought by cities and counties in California are to be remanded, or returned, to state court from...
COVID-19 – General Outline for California Construction Businesses
Cal-OSHA has prepared COVID-19 Industry Guidance: Construction (“Guidance”) for employers to assist with protecting their workers from COVID-19. As of May 12, 2020, it...
Employment Law in the Time of COVID-19: Employees Return to Work and Reasonable Accommodations
As businesses slowly begin reopening, employers are faced with the decision of who will be asked to return to the workplace and when. As with most situations, employers...
Employment Law in the Time of COVID-19: Preparation for a Return to the Office
Many employers are preparing for the need to return to work while the pandemic continues, necessitating advance planning to ensure its employees and the public in...
First Amendment Freedoms vs. the Corona Virus
President Trump has recently extended the recommended time period for social distancing for several more weeks. The majority of state governors and local authorities...
Happy Hour To-Go Is Now (Temporarily) a Thing in NY and CA
As COVID-19, aka Coronavirus, rips through this country, a lot of Americans are facing closures of most, if not all, of their favorite spots for socializing in an...
Another Shining Light for Employers: Lamps Plus, Inc. Holds Express Language is Required for Class Arbitration
Last year we told you about the Supreme Court’s holding in Epic Systems v. Lewis, which held that employers can require employees to arbitrate disputes with the...
Independent Contractor or Not? Garcia Provides Some Answers for Employers
Last month, the appellate court in Garcia v. Border Transportation Group, LLC reached an important decision that could give employers some much-needed insight into...
MCAQ is Pleased to Announce that Mariel Covarrubias Has Become a Shareholder
Ms. Covarrubias is a valued member of our Firm’s Railroad and Employment Defense and General Litigation Practice Groups and has spearheaded our presence in Southern...