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Miller Starr Regalia Senior Counsel Robin M. Pearson Honored
Walnut Creek, Calif., (November 20, 2009) – Miller Starr Regalia announced today that senior counsel Robin M. Pearson was honored at the Family Support Services of the Bay Area’s (FSSBA) 20th Anniversary event An Evening of Lights for her 14 years of service to the organization as an advocate and board member.
“This is an incredible honor as this organization’s work is profound. I am so delighted to be a part of such an outstanding organization that truly helps people within our Bay Area community,” said Robin Pearson.
As senior counsel with Miller Starr Regalia, Ms. Pearson’s practice consists of business, commercial and real estate litigation in state and federal courts, with an emphasis on disputes involving title insurance, commercial landlord/tenant relationships, insurance coverage, breach of contract, quiet title actions, foreclosures, and the purchase and sale of property.
In 2008, Robin became the first African American and the fifth woman to serve as president of the Contra Costa County Bar Association. She has actively promoted diversity in the legal profession and fairness in the courtroom by serving over ten years combined as chair of the Bar Association’s diversity committee, co-chair of Miller Starr Regalia’s diversity committee, and as a member of the bench/bar’s joint Committee on Bias.
Ms. Pearson received her J.D. from Boston College Law School and her bachelor’s degree from the University of Virginia.
Miller Starr Regalia
When it comes to California real estate law, Miller Starr Regalia wrote the book. Literally. The firm’s treatise, Miller & Starr California Real Estate 3d, is regarded as the preeminent source for real property law and is cited by practicing attorneys and courts throughout the state. Miller Starr Regalia has established itself for more than 40 years as one of the most widely respected law firms in all aspects of real property transactions, acquisitions, dispositions, financing, construction, operation, leasing and land use, as well as litigation and dispute resolution services. The firm’s legacy and experience enable Miller Starr Regalia to represent Fortune 500 companies, developers of retail, office, multifamily and industrial projects, homebuilders, lenders, educational institutions, government agencies, privately held companies and real estate investors. For more information, visit Miller Starr Regalia online at www.msrlegal.com.
FSSBA
FSSBA is a private, nonprofit organization founded in 1989 that helps children and their families in vulnerable situations recognize and reach their potential. Programs are designed and customized to fit the individual requirements of each family and connect them with the resources needed to thrive. The agency serves over 2,000 children each year.
