LOS ANGELES – August 15, 2024 – Best Lawyers® has recognized two Hahn & Hahn attorneys in its 31st edition of The Best Lawyers in America®. Partner Karl I. Swaidan was named for his work in Trust & Estates, and Of Counsel Dean G. Rallis Jr. was named for his work in Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law. 

According to the press release, “these prestigious recognitions highlight outstanding legal talent and represent the top 5% of lawyers across the United States, providing invaluable guidance to clients and legal professionals.”

Karl, recognized by Best Lawyers® since 2006, advises private foundations and charitable organizations and assists closely held family businesses with tax planning. His practice focuses on business, estate and property tax planning. As a Certified Taxation Law Specialist by The State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization and a Certified Public Accountant, Karl counsels his clients to preserve and protect their assets in compliance with tax laws.

Dean represents creditors (secured and unsecured), debtors, creditors’ committees and purchasers in the bankruptcy, restructuring and liquidation of companies. With over 40 years of experience, Dean focuses his practice in business reorganization, corporate insolvency, commercial and bankruptcy litigation, commercial transactions, as well as the acquisition of assets and businesses in bankruptcy cases and out-of-court workouts. He has worked with clients in the real estate, manufacturing, retail, healthcare and transportation, among other industries, and advocated on behalf of his clients in matters pending throughout the country.

Hahn & Hahn LLP, a certified Women Owned Business Enterprise, is a leader in the California business and legal communities celebrating 125 years of providing steadfast legal counsel to Southern California businesses and individuals. Founded in 1899, the firm represents institutional clients of all sizes, entrepreneurs, innovators, business owners, family offices, charitable organizations and high net worth individuals in their corporate, real estate, employment and financing matters, as well as commercial, employment and real estate litigation, eminent domain, bankruptcy and restructuring, estate planning and family law issues.