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Eric Traut for the Win! 

On Tuesday, September 26th at noon, The Orange County Bar Association (OCBA) closed its 2023 online voting for the position of OCBA's Secretary. Drumroll please......We are happy to announce that it's Eric Traut for the WIN! As incoming Secretary, his term will begin January 1, 2024. Says Eric, "I am honored and committed to serving the Orange County Bar Association and its members." In accordance with OCBA Bylaws, Eric will continue to serve in the following capacities: 2024 Secretary, 2025 Treasurer, 2026 President-Elect, 2027 President, and 2028 Immediate Past President. 
 

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Eric Voted TOP GUN Trial Lawyer of the Year by OCTLA

On November 11, 2023 the Orange County Trial Lawyers Association (OCTLA) will recognize Eric and four others as TOP GUN Trial Lawyers of the Year. Recipients include Eric Traut (Personal Injury), Dan Hodes (Medical Malpractice), Bijan Darvish (Employment Law), Michael Jeandron (Young Gun), and Jeffrey Ehrlich (Distinguished Achievement). 



Annually, OCTLA honors outstanding local trial attorneys whose recent verdicts exemplify trial lawyers using their skill and determination to foster a more just society. The November awards gala and silent auction will be held at City National Grove of Anaheim with all proceeds benefiting a local nonprofit charitable organization. This is Eric’s second win, having previously won for a seven figure verdict in 2003.



To learn more and attend, visit: https://www.octla.org/?pg=Even...



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Eric Recognized with Top honor by the 

Anti-Defamation League of Orange County

On September 21, 2023, The Anti-Defamation League (ADL) presented Eric with the 2023 Marcus M. Kaufman Jurisprudence Award. Regional Director of the ADL Orange County/Long Beach, Peter Levi wrote to Eric saying, "What a fabulous evening! You spoke beautifully." Levi continues, "ADL raised necessary funds to sustain our work creating a world without hate. Thank you for accepting this award and helping the evening succeed in every way."



Co-recipients of the Marcus M. Kaufman Jurisprudence Award were Brian Burke Farrell (Banc of California, N.A.), and the Honorable Glenda Sanders - retired, (JAMS). This annual award is bestowed upon notable attorneys making exceptional contributions to both the legal profession and the community.

The recipients of this award embody the ADL’s mission to secure justice and fair treatment for all. Says Eric, "I am still basking in the glow of the night’s awards dinner".



For more information about the ADL: https://orangecounty.adl.org/.

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Former Traut Firm Project-Self Intern Awarded Scholarship

In August, Eric received an email bringing great news from Nancy Garcia, Associate Director of Project Youth OC. Karina Reyes, a recent Traut Firm summer intern, and Project SELF participant, was to be awarded a Baynard Inn of Court scholarship. With Project Youth OC near and dear to their hearts, Pamela and Eric attended the presentation. Knowing how hard Karina works, Pamela and Eric offered heart-felt congratulations. Says Eric, "We are grateful to Project Youth OC because it helps many deserving kids, like Karina, achieve great things."



To learn more about the difference Project Youth OC makes, click here: https://projectyouthocbf.org/

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Eric Attends 40th High School Reunion

In September, Eric and Pamela attended Eric's 40th High School reunion. 75 of Sunny Hills High School's Class of 1983 gathered to eat, drink, and dance to some 80's music. Eric enjoyed catching up with his classmates, while Pamela met many new friends. Quite a trip down memory lane, the '83 LANCERS enjoyed a look back at the 40 years that passed in the blink of an eye. Can't wait for the 45th.

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Faithful to the Bay!

Football season is underway and Eric and Pamela could not be happier! Whether watching the kick-off on TV or from the sidelines, Pamela and Eric are rooting for a 6th Super Bowl win for their Niners. At 4-0 with “Mr. Relevant” at the helm, the Niners look strong. It's safe to say that football will be front and center for this duo who are "Faithful to the Bay".

Do young Vance and baby Holland have NINER's jerseys? Go Niners!

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Enjoying Time with Friends

In September, Pamela and Eric were fortunate to reconnect with old friends, spend time on the river and trek through Yosemite National Park. One friend in particular, Pamela, had not seen since her 1980 graduation! There was water skiing involved, great food, wine, lots of laughter, and catching up. 



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Work, Play, and GAGA in Vegas

Over Labor Day weekend, Pamela and Eric were in Vegas for the largest convention of trail attorneys in the nation - CAALA. As a speaker at the event, Eric addressed civility and dealing with a difficult opposing counsel - the Ted Lasso way. But - it wasn't all work! 



Eric and Pamela joined friends and went all GAGA attending the cultural icon's jazz-style concert at Park Theater at Park MGM Vegas. An undeniable master of reinvention, GAGALOO did not disappoint. The singing, dancing, and gorgeous costume changes ensured a great time for all. When in Vegas, Lady Gaga is well worth seeing and hearing - even for some dinosaurs.  



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Eric: A Reputation for Results

Eric distinguished himself early as one of the top trial attorneys in Southern California when he was recognized as the youngest winner of the prestigious “Trial Lawyer of the Year” award in the history of the Orange County Trial Lawyer Association. Over his 33-year career, Eric Traut has had hundreds of six- and seven-figure verdicts and settlements and has gone on to try more than 100 jury trials. In fact, Traut Firm wins over 95 percent of their cases.

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Pamela: A Career of Prestige

Pamela Liosi-Traut has nearly 30 years of experience handling personal injury matters. She has practiced with the Traut Firm since 2014, doing exclusively plaintiff’s personal injury and wrongful death law. Throughout her legal career, Pamela has been involved in numerous jury and bench trials where she represented both plaintiffs and defendants in personal injury, medical malpractice and wrongful death matters.



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The Waterfront Restaurant 

San Francisco

"Read what Eric wrote on YELP about 

The Waterfront Restaurant, San Francisco





"Hard to beat the view....easy to beat the quality of the food and service. The ambiance and location of this eatery are fantastic. We had the server-proclaimed 'perfect' sole and the short ribs. The sole was far from perfect and the ribs fell short of excellent. Both were good...not great.
While not deal breakers, a few other criticisms are noteworthy: Our server wore a mask and was extremely hard to understand. She tried to rush the order, and then when we waited too long for the main courses, her excuse was the chefs were working on a large party order first. They have a limited wine list with no big red glasses. The shrimp cocktail sauce was interspersed amongst shredded lettuce they inexplicably rested the shrimp on making them undippable. (Yes...a made-up word). And finally, the women's restroom was dirty and had no toilet paper.

The best plan for visiting Waterfront is to sit in the bar, enjoy the Bay Bridge view, and have drinks and appetizers. Then take a short walk to Epic Steak for both a better view and dining experience." 3 Stars. 

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Employee Profile:

Lidia Alvarez



Lidia Alvarez began working for Eric in November of 2022 and  brings an enormous amount of experience to Traut Firm. Some of Lidia’s responsibilities include administrative tasks such as organizing files, filing, and initiating requests for case related collision reports. A team player, Lidia prioritized learning the tasks performed by co-workers so she could assist when needed. She has adapted easily to the firm’s busy workflow. Says Lidia, “The best thing about my job is getting to work with such nice, professional people.” Lidia continues, “We all get along and I love it!”


Lidia enjoys cooking, gardening, reading, writing, music, and dancing. She spends her time with her husband and 3 grown and flown children (2 boys and 1 girl), and her pet chihuahua. Lidia volunteers with the elderly, at CHOC Children's Hospital, and at the Mexican Consulate helping people complete their citizenship paperwork. She is active in her church as a catechist and a marriage counselor. Lidia is a welcome addition to Eric’s team.




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