Mirador Law’s Megan Burns has officially joined the American College of Trial Lawyers, one of the most selective and respected legal organizations in the country. With more than 50 jury trials under her belt and a career spent fighting for people in their most critical moments, Megan has rightfully earned her place through her continued […]
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We are incredibly proud to be featured in the Daily Journal, a premier publication for California legal professionals. The September 2021 article, titled “Joint Legacy,” highlights the deep-rooted history, unyielding integrity, and relentless grit that define our practice at Mirador Law. Our foundation in the courtroom has shaped our aggressive, trial-ready approach to complex personal […]
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In a victory for fairness and due process, Mirador Law successfully secured the full dismissal of criminal charges in a closely-watched Alameda County case involving allegations connected to a 2021 in-custody death at Santa Rita Jail. Maurice Monk tragically died while in custody in Santa Rita Jail. The District Attorney at that time, Pamela Price, […]
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Mirador Law is Proud to Announce Super Lawyers Recognition for Our Partners. Megan Burns and Emily Dahm have been selected for inclusion in the prestigious 2025 Northern California Super Lawyers List. Megan Burns has been recognized for her exceptional work in the Personal Injury – General: Plaintiff category. Emily Dahm has been honored for her outstanding […]
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Fall 2024 Mirador Law partners Megan Burns, Emily Dahm, and attorney Alan Charles Dell’Ario secured a $9,573,616 verdict after a jury trial in Alameda County. They represented a mother and daughter who were seriously injured in a violent attack by a student known for bullying the daughter at James Logan High School. The jury found […]
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August 6, 2024 With two decades of trial experience in private practice and as a deputy public defender, Megan Burns of Mirador Law specializes in criminal defense and plaintiff personal injury matters. She has tried over fifty jury trials and been named a Super Lawyer in Northern California every year since 2018. Megan enjoys fighting for real […]
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June 2024 Longtime criminal-defense lawyer says trial skills helped her make a seamless transition to PI practice Getting into the courtroom to try cases was a very important goal Megan Burns set for herself when she decided to pursue law. And while it has remained a priority to this day, it may now run a […]
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As it enters its 51st year, CACJ remains steadfast in its mission to protect the rights of the accused, ensure equal justice under the law, and advocate for evidence-based criminal justice reform. Throughout its history, CACJ has consistently confronted challenges such as tough-on-crime policies, prosecutorial overreach, and systemic inequalities. Moving forward, CACJ continues to serve […]
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Mirador Law is Proud to Announce Super Lawyers Recognition for Our Partners. Megan Burns and Emily Dahm have been selected for inclusion in the prestigious 2024 Northern California Super Lawyers List. Megan Burns has been recognized for her exceptional work in the Personal Injury – General: Plaintiff category. Emily Dahm has been honored for her […]
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Bonjour, Thorman, Burns & Dahm is a law firm with offices in Pleasanton, Oakland, and Fremont that was established in 1973. Many of the firm’s cases are referred by judges, other lawyers, and former clients, as the firm’s attorneys have a widely regarded excellent reputation and longstanding successful track record. Megan T. Burns, J.D., is […]
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Megan Burns is a partner with the law firm of Bonjour, Thorman, Burns & Dahm where she specializes in high stakes litigation in the areas of criminal defense and plaintiffs personal injury. Megan spent many years advocating for indigent defendants at the San Francisco County and Solano County Public Defender’s Offices prior to joining the firm. She […]
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“A San Leandro man accused of fatally stabbing his father, a well-known Menlo Park pastor, pleaded not guilty to murder in court Tuesday. Isaiah Bostic, 21, appeared in the Alameda County Superior Court in Hayward on Tuesday in white-and-green jail clothes in a holding cell. He looked at Judge Arturo Castro and was silent as […]
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