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Firm OverviewFounded in 1976, Grimm, Vranjes & Greer LLP is an AV ratedlaw firm located in San Diego, California. Since our foundingwe have built and maintained strong ties throughout SouthernCalifornia. During our four decades of service, we haveconsistently enjoyed solid relationships with our clients,including: Insurance Companies Professionals Corporations Businesses Municipalities Institutions Risk Managers Private individuals involved in general and complexlitigation in state and federal courtsOur clients rely on our aggressive and professionalrepresentation in cases that include: Americans with Disabilities Act Appellate Practice Construction Defect Litigation Design Professional Liability Elder Abuse Litigation Employment Law and Wrongful Termination Environmental & Toxic Tort Litigation Government Tort Liability Insurance Agent/Broker Errors and Omissions Insurance Bad Faith Litigation Insurance Coverage Analysis Intellectual Property Legal Malpractice Litigation Medical Malpractice Litigation Personal Injury & Wrongful Death Pharmacy Malpractice Litigation Products Liability Real Estate Agent/Broker Errors and Omissions Real Estate Litigation Trucking Litigation Copyright, Grimm, Vranjes & Greer, LLP. All rights reserved.PHONE619 231-8802FAX619 233-6039WEBwww.gvgllp.com550 West C St, Suite 1100San Diego, CA 92101

We achieve favorable results because of our clearly-definedmission to listen to clients and reach their goals throughresponsible and effective representation on a cost-efficientbasis.Grimm, Vranjes & Greer LLP insists on and values clear,concise, and timely reporting to its clients. We employ themost up-to-date computer equipment and software for wordprocessing, litigation support, document management, billing,and accounting.Grimm, Vranjes & Greer LLP is located in downtown San Diegoand provides service throughout Southern California.PHONE619 231-8802FAX619 233-6039WEBwww.gvgllp.com550 West C St, Suite 1100San Diego, CA 92101 Copyright, Grimm, Vranjes & Greer, LLP. All rights reserved.

About UsThe principles and philosophy that guide a law firm are as criticalas the education and experience of its attorneys. At Grimm,Vranjes & Greer LLP, we understand that without aggressive andcommitted oversight to cost management and concentratedeffort, legal costs and fees can spiral out of control with noresolution or satisfactory conclusion to a case.Since 1976, Grimm, Vranjes & Greer LLP has combined aggressivedefense representation, cost management and communication toprovide our clients with a wide variety of legal services including: Trial Experience. When a case cannot be resolved, our attorneys areexperienced trial attorneys. Personalized Attention. Our attorneys take an individualized approach toeach and every case, and our team management prevents duplication ofefforts to ensure maximum efficiency. Efficient Cost Management. Costs are more than merely legal fees andother directly associated expenses. We also consider the impact litigationcan have on our clients due to the time and expense of having to re-directresources to participate in the defense of the case, and the stressassociated with litigation. Initial Evaluation. We dedicate ourselves to understanding every aspect ofa client's case, and provide an in-depth analysis and evaluation of theprobable outcome of litigation and the estimated costs. Open Communication. When we can honestly and openly communicatethe likely outcome of a client's case, balanced by the realistic estimates offinancial and other costs at each stage of the litigation, we can offer optionsthat may provide satisfactory resolutions to virtually any dispute.We have partnered with major insurance companies, institutions,corporations, individuals, municipalities, and self-insured entitiesfor over thirty five years, each of whom values our reputation forintegrity with the judges before whom we appear and in the legalcommunity in which we practice. Our longstanding relationshipwith existing clients continues to be a source of pride andaccomplishment for our firm. Copyright, Grimm, Vranjes & Greer, LLP. All rights reserved.PHONE619 231-8802FAX619 233-6039WEBwww.gvgllp.com550 West C St, Suite 1100San Diego, CA 92101

Jonathan R. BennerASSOCIATEJonathan Benner graduated from University of California, Santa Barbara with aB.A., Business Economics, Emphasis in Accounting, Minor in Mandarin Chinese,2010. He obtained his Juris Doctor from University of California, HastingsCollege of the Law, 2017, magna cum laude.Mr. Benner joined the firm in 2020. His practice includes general civil litigation.He is admitted to practice before the courts of the State of California and theUnited States District Court for the Southern District of California.PAST ACHIEVEMENTS Senior Articles Editor, Hastings Constitutional Law Quarterly Judicial Extern for the Honorable Charles R. Breyer, U.S. District Court,Northern District of California Law Clerk for the Honorable Mark E. Recktenwald, Chief Justice of theSupreme Court of HawaiʻiPRACTICE AREAS 619 231-8802FAX619 233-6039Civil LitigationADMITTED TO PRACTICE PHONEAll California State CourtsUnited States District Court for the Southern District of CaliforniaWEBwww.gvgllp.comEDUCATION B.A., Business Economics, Emphasis in Accounting, Minor in MandarinChinese, University of California, Santa Barbara, 2010J.D., University of California, Hastings College of the Law, 2017, magnacum laude AFFILIATIONS Member, State Bar of CaliforniaMember, San Diego County Bar AssociationMember, San Diego Defense Lawyers550 West C St, Suite 1100San Diego, CA 92101 Copyright, Grimm, Vranjes & Greer, LLP. All rights reserved.

Lisa S. BridgmanPARTNERLisa S. Bridgman graduated from the University of San Diego in 1997 with aBachelor of Arts degree in Business Administration. She obtained her JurisDoctor (Magna Cum Laude) from the University of San Diego, School of Law in2001.Ms. Bridgman joined the firm in 2001 and became a partner in 2014. Herpractice includes insurance coverage analysis and litigation. Ms. Bridgman isadmitted to practice before the courts of the State of California, and all of theUnited States District Courts in California.PAST ACHIEVEMENTS Order of the CoifSan Diego Law Review - Executive Editor, (2000-2001) and Member,(1999-2001)Article published: Is Lowering the Age at Which Juveniles Can BeTransferred to Adult Criminal Court the Answer to Juvenile Crime?Judicial Extern for Honorable Thomas J. Whelan, United States DistrictJudge, Southern District of California San Diego, CA (Jan - May 2001)Intern, United States Attorney’s Office - Civil Division San Diego, CA (Jan- Apr 2000)Extern, Court of Appeal, 4th Appellate District San Diego, CA (Summer1999)PHONE619 231-8802FAX619 233-6039WEBwww.gvgllp.comPRACTICE AREAS Insurance Coverage LitigationInsurance Coverage AnalysisADMITTED TO PRACTICE All California State CourtsAll Federal District Courts of CaliforniaEDUCATION B.A., Business Administration, University of San Diego, 1997J.D., University of San Diego School of Law, 2001AFFILIATIONS Member, State Bar of CaliforniaMember, San Diego County Bar AssociationMember, San Diego Defense Lawyers Copyright, Grimm, Vranjes & Greer, LLP. All rights reserved.550 West C St, Suite 1100San Diego, CA 92101

Stephen P. ConchingASSOCIATEStephen Conching graduated from University of the Pacific, Stockton, California,in 2006, with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science and a minor in Pre‐Law. He obtained his Juris Doctor, magna cum laude, from California WesternSchool of Law, San Diego, California, in 2011.Mr. Conching joined the firm in 2012. His practice includes general civillitigation. He is admitted to practice before the courts of the State of Californiaand the United States District Court for the Southern District of California.PAST ACHIEVEMENTS California Western Law Review Writer and Editor, Spring 2010 ‐ Spring2011Dean's Honor ListsJudicial Extern for the Honorable Bernard G. Skomal, U.S. District Court,Southern District of CaliforniaLaw Clerk for the United States Attorney's Office for the SouthernDistrict of California (2010)PHONE619 231-8802FAX619 233-6039PRACTICE AREAS Appellate PracticeGovernment Tort LiabilityInsurance Bad Faith LitigationPersonal Injury & Wrongful DeathProducts LiabilityTrucking LitigationWEBwww.gvgllp.comADMITTED TO PRACTICE All California State CourtsUnited States District Court for the Southern District of CaliforniaEDUCATION B.A., Political Science with a minor in Pre‐Law, University of the Pacific,2006J.D., California Western School of Law, 2011 magna cum laudeAFFILIATIONS Member, State Bar of CaliforniaMember, San Diego County Bar Association Copyright, Grimm, Vranjes & Greer, LLP. All rights reserved.550 West C St, Suite 1100San Diego, CA 92101

Jeffrey Y. GreerPARTNERJeff Greer moved to San Diego in 1960. Mr. Greer attended Oregon StateUniversity and San Diego State University, receiving a Bachelor of Science of Lawdegree in 1981 and a Juris Doctor from Western State University in 1983.Mr. Greer has been with the firm since 1984 and became a partner in 1992. Heis admitted to practice before all the courts of the State of California, and all ofthe United States District Courts in California, and the United States Court ofAppeals, Ninth Circuit.PRACTICE AREAS Construction Defect LitigationInsurance Agent/Broker Errors and OmissionsInsurance Bad Faith LitigationInsurance Coverage AnalysisPersonal Injury & Wrongful DeathProducts LiabilityReal Estate Agent/Broker Errors and OmissionsPHONE619 231-8802FAX619 233-6039ADMITTED TO PRACTICE All California State CourtsAll Federal District Courts of CaliforniaUnited States Court of Appeals, Ninth CircuitWEBwww.gvgllp.comEDUCATION B.S.L., Western State University, 1981J.D., Western State University, 1983AFFILIATIONS Member, San Diego Defense LawyersMember, Association of Southern California Defense CounselMember, San Diego County and California Bar AssociationsMember, Loss Executives Association550 West C St, Suite 1100San Diego, CA 92101 Copyright, Grimm, Vranjes & Greer, LLP. All rights reserved.

W. Patrick GrimmPARTNER, RETIREDW. Patrick Grimm has resided in San Diego County since 1976. Mr. Grimmreceived a Bachelor of Arts degree in Business Administration from LoyolaMarymount University in 1972 and, after graduation and through 1976, he wasa B‐52 combat‐qualified pilot in the United States Air Force. Following his AirForce service he enrolled in the University of San Diego School of Law, where heearned a Juris Doctor in 1979.Mr. Grimm has been with the firm since 1980 and became a partner in 1986. Heis admitted to practice before all the courts of the State of California, and all ofthe United States District Courts in California. Mr. Grimm has been a mentorwith the Big Brothers Big Sisters Program since 2005, and has also volunteeredas a coach for elementary school basketball programs.PRACTICE AREAS Environmental & Toxic Tort LitigationIntellectual PropertyMedical Malpractice LitigationPersonal Injury & Wrongful DeathProducts LiabilityTrucking LitigationPHONE619 231-8802FAX619 233-6039WEBwww.gvgllp.comADMITTED TO PRACTICE All California State CourtsAll Federal District Courts of CaliforniaEDUCATION B.A., Business Administration, Loyola Marymount University, 1972J.D., University of San Diego School of Law, 1979AFFILIATIONS Superior Court Judge Pro TemArbitrator for Superior Court, Municipal Court and the AmericanArbitration AssociationMember, Former Vice President and Director of San Diego DefenseLawyersMember and Former Committee Chairman of Association of SouthernCalifornia Defense CounselMember, San Diego County and California Bar Associations Copyright, Grimm, Vranjes & Greer, LLP. All rights reserved.550 West C St, Suite 1100San Diego, CA 92101

Eugene P. KennyPARTNEREugene Kenny graduated from the State University of New York at Stony Brookin 1979 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science. He obtained his JurisDoctor from the University of San Diego School of Law in 1982.Mr. Kenny joined the firm in 1998 as Of Counsel and became a partner in 1999.From 1991 to 1998, Mr. Kenny was the managing attorney of the San Diego staffcounsel office for the American International Group. Past experience alsoincludes Deputy County Counsel for the County of San Diego.His practice has included complex civil litigation, focusing on personal injurywith over 50 civil jury trials. Mr. Kenny is admitted to practice before all thecourts of the State of California, and all of the United States District Courts inCalifornia, and the United States Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit.PHONE619 231-8802PRACTICE AREAS Construction Defect LitigationInsurance Agent/Broker Errors and OmissionsInsurance Bad Faith LitigationPersonal Injury & Wrongful DeathProducts LiabilityReal Estate Agent/Broker Errors and OmissionsFAX619 233-6039WEBwww.gvgllp.comADMITTED TO PRACTICE All California State CourtsAll Federal District Courts of CaliforniaUnited States Court of Appeals, Ninth CircuitEDUCATION B.A., Political Science, SUNY Stony Brook, 1979J.D., University of San Diego School of Law, 1982AFFILIATIONS Member, San Diego County and California Bar AssociationsMember, San Diego Defense LawyersMember, Association of Southern California Defense CounselMember and Former Committee Chairman of Association of SouthernCalifornia Defense CounselMember, San Diego County and California Bar Associations Copyright, Grimm, Vranjes & Greer, LLP. All rights reserved.550 West C St, Suite 1100San Diego, CA 92101

Jeffrey F. ManziASSOCIATEJeffrey F. Manzi graduated from the University of California, Los Angeles in 1994with a Bachelor of Arts degree in History. He obtained his Juris Doctor from theUniversity of San Diego School of Law in 1998.Mr. Manzi joined the firm in 2001. His practice has included general civillitigation, focusing on personal injury, insurance coverage and products liability.Mr. Manzi is admitted to practice before the courts of the State of California,and all of the United States District Courts in California.PRACTICE AREAS Construction Defect LitigationEmployment Law and Wrongful TerminationInsurance Agent/Broker Errors and OmissionsInsurance Coverage AnalysisPersonal Injury & Wrongful DeathProducts LiabilityADMITTED TO PRACTICE All California State CourtsAll Federal District Courts of CaliforniaPHONE619 231-8802FAX619 233-6039WEBwww.gvgllp.comEDUCATION B.A., History, UC Los Angeles, 1994J.D., University of San Diego School of Law, 1998AFFILIATIONS Member, San Diego County and California Bar AssociationsMember, San Diego Defense Lawyers550 West C St, Suite 1100San Diego, CA 92101 Copyright, Grimm, Vranjes & Greer, LLP. All rights reserved.

Matthew MoracheASSOCIATEMatthew Morache graduated from the University of Illinois, Urbana Champaign, Illinois in 1996 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Liberal Arts andSciences. He obtained his Juris Doctor (Cum Laude) from the University of SanDiego School of Law in 2001.Mr. Morache joined the firm in 2002. His practice focuses on insurancecoverage analysis and insurance coverage litigation. His practice also includesgeneral civil litigation. Mr. Morache is admitted to practice before the courts ofthe State of California, and all of the United States District Courts in California.PAST ACHIEVEMENTS Order of the CoifGraduate Law Clerk, San Diego District Attorney San Diego, CA (Aug2001 - Feb 2002)San Diego Law Review Member, (1999-2001)Intern, United States Attorney’s Office - Civil Division San Diego, CA (Jan- Apr 2000)Judicial Extern for Honorable Thomas J. Whelan, United States DistrictJudge, Southern District of California San Diego, CA (Aug1999 Dec1999)PHONE619 231-8802FAX619 233-6039WEBwww.gvgllp.comPRACTICE AREAS Construction Defect LitigationInsurance Coverage AnalysisPersonal Injury & Wrongful DeathADMITTED TO PRACTICE All California State CourtsAll Federal District Courts of CaliforniaEDUCATION B.A., Liberal Arts, University of Illinois, Urbana – Champaign, 1996J.D., University of San Diego School of Law, 2001AFFILIATIONS Member, San Diego County and California Bar AssociationsMember, San Diego Defense Lawyers Copyright, Grimm, Vranjes & Greer, LLP. All rights reserved.550 West C St, Suite 1100San Diego, CA 92101

Charles A. PhillipsASSOCIATECharles Phillips graduated from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte in1982 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in History, cum laude. He moved to SanDiego in 1982. He received his Juris Doctor from California Western School ofLaw, magna cum laude, in 1985.Mr. Phillips joined the firm in 1985. He is admitted to practice before all thecourts of the State of California, and all of the United States District Courts inCalifornia, and the United States Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit.PRACTICE AREAS Construction Defect LitigationEnvironmental & Toxic Tort LitigationInsurance Bad Faith LitigationInsurance Coverage AnalysisPersonal Injury & Wrongful DeathProducts LiabilityProfessional LiabilityReal Estate Agent/Broker Errors and OmissionsADMITTED TO PRACTICE All California State CourtsAll Federal District Courts of CaliforniaUnited States Court of Appeals, Ninth CircuitPHONE619 231-8802FAX619 233-6039WEBwww.gvgllp.comEDUCATION B.A., History, University of North Carolina, Charlotte, 1982J.D., California Western School of Law, 1985AFFILIATIONS Member, San Diego County and California Bar AssociationsMember, San Diego Defense LawyersUniversity of San Diego, Moot Court Judge550 West C St, Suite 1100San Diego, CA 92101 Copyright, Grimm, Vranjes & Greer, LLP. All rights reserved.

Greg D. StephanPARTNERGreg Stephan attended Franklin & Marshall College in Lancaster, Pennsylvaniaand received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics in 1981. In 1987 heobtained a Juris Doctor, cum laude, from California Western School of Law,where he was a Notes and Comments Editor for the California Western LawReview.Mr. Stephan joined the firm in 1987 and became a partner in 2000. He isadmitted to practice before all the courts of the State of California, and all of theUnited States District Courts in California, and the United States Court ofAppeals, Ninth Circuit.Mr. Stephan draws from a diverse employment background including work inthe construction, accounting and iron-works fabrication fields. He is activelyPHONEinvolved in the Rancho Bernardo community school system and youth sports619 231-8802programs.FAXPRACTICE AREAS Construction Defect LitigationInsurance Agent/Broker Errors and OmissionsLegal Malpractice LitigationPersonal Injury & Wrongful DeathProducts LiabilityReal Estate Agent/Broker Errors and Omissions619 233-6039WEBwww.gvgllp.comADMITTED TO PRACTICE All California District CourtsAll Federal District Courts in CaliforniaUnited States Court of Appeals, Ninth CircuitEDUCATION B.A., Economics, Franklin & Marshall College, 1981J.D., California Western School of Law, 1987AFFILIATIONS Member, San Diego County and California Bar AssociationsMember, San Diego Defense LawyersMember, Association of Southern California Defense Counsel Copyright, Grimm, Vranjes & Greer, LLP. All rights reserved.550 West C St, Suite 1100San Diego, CA 92101

Mark VranjesPARTNERMark Vranjes has resided in San Diego County since 1969. He received a Bachelor of Artsdegree in both Economics and History from the University of California at San Diego(UCSD) in 1978, and after graduating from UCSD he worked as a banking officer until1979. He earned a Juris Doctor degree in 1982 from the University of San Diego School ofLaw and was a member of the Law Review.Mr. Vranjes joined the firm in 1982 and became a partner in 1986. Since 1989, Mr.Vranjes has been the firm’s managing partner. He is admitted to practice before all thecourts of the State of California, and all of the United States District Courts in California.Mr. Vran

B.A., Business Economics, Emphasis in Accounting, Minor in Mandarin Chinese, 2010. He obtained his Juris Doctor from University of California, Hastings College of the Law, 2017, magna cum laude. Mr. Benner joined the firm in 2020. His practice includes general civil litigation.