Skilled Negotiators
Aggressive Litigators
Austin has an eye for details working on the workers’ compensation cases since joining California Trial Law Group. He assists attorneys in all phases of worker’s compensation claims, including client intake, filing for hearings, case evaluation, and trial. He has a Bachelor of Arts degree in Legal Studies from Humphrey’s University.
Jean supports California Trial Law Group at all phases of litigation and overseers several aspects as the office manager. He has been working in the legal field for over 7 years, has a Latin American Law Degree and years of experience attending to trials, arbitrations and meditations in the United States Legal System.
Paloma A. Flores obtained two master’s degrees in public administration and Oral trials in Criminal Law. She has a license to practice law in Mexico. She obtained degrees in Law and International Affairs from La Universidad Interamericana del Norte in Chihuahua City, in Mexico. Prior to joining California Trial Law Group, Paloma worked in the insurance field handling injury and death benefits claims.
Camilo Salazar is a skilled civil engineer with a strong background in data analysis and technical problem-solving. Fluent in both English and Spanish, he brings a unique perspective to personal injury cases, leveraging engineering expertise to analyze evidence, assess damages, and support legal strategies.
Nicole López is an attorney with over five years of experience in corporate, contractual, financial, and intellectual property law. She holds a Master’s degree in Corporate Law and Intellectual Property and has experience working with financial institutions and businesses. Nicole is fluent in both English and Spanish.
Luis is an Intake Case Manager at California Trial Law Group, facilitating client intake and communication in personal injury and workers’ compensation cases. With a background in software development and quality assurance, he applies analytical skills to streamline case management. Bilingual in English and Spanish, he supports a diverse client base.
Dr. Daryl Mark Tayaban is a Licensed Medical Doctor and Registered Nurse in the Philippines, with a well-rounded medical background that spans both patient care and professional collaboration. He completed his residency at AMOSUP Seamen’s Hospital in Cebu, where he developed extensive experience in managing a variety of health conditions, including injuries and chronic diseases, while ensuring patient comfort and holistic care.
María del Carmen Rodríguez is a dedicated law clerk with a Master’s degree in Law and fluency in both English and Spanish. She plays a key role in supporting the litigation process by coordinating discovery, depositions, mediations, and arbitrations while keeping clients informed every step of the way.
Josue Zaldumbide is the firm’s Creative Designer, specializing in visual storytelling and digital media strategy. With a Bachelor’s Degree in Audiovisual & Multimedia Production, with a specialization in Interactive Animation, he leads the creation of branded content, social media campaigns, and multimedia assets that elevate the firm’s identity across platforms.
Ike Kaludi leads our legal team as founding and principal attorney. He founded California Trial Law Group to represent people with serious injuries and complex cases. Our team includes trial attorneys, paralegals, case managers, and bilingual staff who support every phase of a case, from intake through trial.
Yes, Ike Kaludi holds an active license with the State Bar of California. You can verify his standing directly by searching his name on the State Bar's Attorney Search tool at calbar.ca.gov, which shows license status, admission date, and any disciplinary history. Verifying an attorney takes only minutes.
Yes, you will be able to speak directly with your attorney throughout your case. A dedicated case manager coordinates day-to-day updates and medical documentation, but your attorney remains accessible for strategy decisions, settlement discussions, and any major turning point in your case.
Both. Our attorney directs legal strategy, evaluates settlement offers, and represents you at trial. Our paralegals and case managers handle intake, discovery, scheduling, and medical records under attorney supervision. We assign a dedicated case manager to keep you informed at every stage.
We prepare every case with a trial strategy from day one. Many disputes still resolve through negotiated settlements, but insurance companies track which firms are willing to go to trial. Preparing for trial from the start gives us leverage to negotiate for maximum compensation.
Yes, we represent clients throughout California, not only the Bay Area. Our Albany office coordinates cases across Northern and Southern California through in-person and remote consultations. Bilingual attorneys and staff at our firm support English and Spanish-speaking clients statewide.
