Aaron Lachant, and Michael (Akiva) Newborn were named to Super Lawyers 2020 Southern California Rising Stars. Super Lawyers selects attorneys using a patented multiphase selection process, combining both peer nominations, evaluations, and independent research. Each candidate is measured against 12 indicators of peer recognition and professional achievement. The Rising Stars list recognizes no more than 2.5 percent of attorneys in each state.
Aaron Lachant
Since 2009, Aaron has been at the forefront of the ever-changing cannabis industry. Aaron co-authored California’s Proposition D and has a comprehensive understanding of the complex regulatory compliance and licensing issues of dispensaries and related “cannabusinesses”. Aaron was listed as the Daily Journal’s Top 40 under 40 in 2018, citing his contributions to the medical marijuana industry. He was also recognized by Best Lawyers as one of the 2020 Best Lawyers in America.
Michael (Akiva) Newborn
Astute scrutiny runs through everything Michael (Akiva) Newborn does. He brings this intellectual acuity to his healthcare litigation practice based on a strong background in research and analysis of legal issues. Akiva represents healthcare providers in state and federal court in a wide range of litigation matters, including the False Claims Act and the Anti-Kickback Statute. He also advises healthcare providers on regulatory compliance issues.