Pasadena, CA Lawyers

Personal Injury Law

555 Union St, Pasadena, CA 91101, USA

Eric C. Bonholtzer is an award-winning personal injury trial attorney who works hard to ensure that his clients receive full compensation. Mr. Bonholtzer was selected as a Top 100 Up-and-Coming Attorney by Super Lawyers for seven straight years before becoming a Super Lawyer for the last two years. He was published in the Los Angeles Times as one of the Top 70 Personal Injury Law Attorneys in 2022 and won the Litigator of the Year Award in 2021, 2022 and 2023 from the American Institute of Trial Lawyers. He was selected as a 2024 National Trial Lawyers’ Top 100 Personal Injury Attorney as well as an exclusive Top 25 Motor Vehicle Accident Attorney. He has been a Lawyer of Distinction for multiple years and is a member of the National Association of Distinguished Counsel’s Top One Percent. He has also been selected as a Top Ten Nationally Ranked Attorney by the National Academy of Personal Injury Attorneys. He is a member of the prestigious American Board of Trial Advocates.

Wills and Trust Law

234 E Colorado Blvd suite 800, Pasadena, CA 91101, USA

Greg Aslanian is a partner at Trust Law Partners, where he represents clients in complex trust and estate litigation throughout California. With a reputation for strategic thinking, sharp courtroom skills, and steadfast advocacy, Greg handles some of the firm’s most challenging and high-value disputes. Greg’s practice focuses on trust and will contests, breach of fiduciary duty claims, contested accountings, and elder financial abuse cases. He has extensive experience guiding beneficiaries, trustees, and other fiduciaries through emotionally charged disputes that often involve both legal complexity and deep family conflict. Known for his meticulous case preparation and ability to anticipate and counter opposing strategies, Greg consistently secures favorable outcomes for his clients—whether through trial, arbitration, or negotiated settlement. Before joining Trust Law Partners, Greg built a diverse litigation background in both civil and business disputes, honing the skills he now applies to the highly specialized world of trust and estate litigation. His early career experience gave him the ability to manage multifaceted cases involving intersecting legal issues, financial analysis, and sensitive personal dynamics. Clients and colleagues alike value Greg’s measured, solutions-oriented approach. He excels at breaking down complex issues into clear strategies, maintaining open communication with clients, and ensuring they are empowered throughout the litigation process. Greg earned his J.D. from Southwestern Law School and his B.A. from University of California Irvine. He is admitted to practice in all California state courts and the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California. At Trust Law Partners, Greg works alongside the firm’s litigation team to deliver exceptional results, combining legal expertise with a deep understanding of the human elements that often drive trust and estate disputes.

Labor Law

301 N Lake Ave ste 600, Pasadena, CA 91101, USA

Gregory graduated from Whittier Law School in 2001 and has been a licensed attorney since 2002. He has dedicated his career to advocating for justice and ensuring that the rights of individuals are upheld. Gregory’s commitment to the legal profession is evident in his tireless efforts to bring about positive change and make a meaningful impact in the lives of those he serves. His specialization in Class Action Cases within California Employment Law underscores his commitment to protecting employee rights. This commitment forms the foundation of his law firm and employees who work along aside him. Gregory’s focuses on holding corporations accountable and ensuring employees receive the compensation they deserve.

Personal Injury Law

225 South Lake Avenue, Suite 300, Pasadena, CA 91101

Mr. Ciccarelli is admitted to practice in the following jurisdictions: California State Bar, admitted 1988, United States District Court in the Central, Northern, Eastern and Southern Districts of California, and United States Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit, admitted 1989. Mr. Ciccarelli is an author and certified mediator. He has authored numerous articles on various legal topics and has served as a Judge Pro Tem in the Los Angeles County Courts. In addition to Lawyers of Distinction.

Family and Divorce Law

301 E. Colorado Boulevard, Suite 610, Pasadena, CA 91101

Kristen M. Howard, partner at the firm, received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from San Diego State University in 1996 and her Juris Doctor degree from American College of Law in 2000. Before becoming partner, Kristen worked as a law clerk for Carolyn A. Makupson and completed an internship with the Los Angeles District Attorney's office. Kristen has served as a volunteer for the Los Angeles County Bar Pro Bono Domestic Violence Project and as a volunteer for the Harriett Buhai Center for Family Law Pro Bono Attorney Panel. She also served as a committee member for the Harriett Buhai Center for Family Law Annual Gospel Brunch fundraiser. Kristen is a member of the Los Angeles County Bar Association and Pasadena Bar Association. Kristen resides in Pasadena with her husband, their twins, and their Italian greyhound, Basil and doberman, Bruno.