Attorneys

Paul A. Graziano Partner pgraziano@aklaw.net	B.A.: University of California at Davis (with Honors), 1978 J.D.: University of California at Los Angeles, 1981 Certified Specialist in Estate Planning, Probate and Trust Law Certified Specialist in Taxation Practice Emphasis: Tax Law, Trusts, Estate Planning and Probate Law, Business Planning Mr. Graziano is active in numerous estate planning organizations as either an officer or director, including past President of the Santa Barbara Estate Planning Council. Mr. Graziano frequently speaks to various professional groups on the topics of estate and tax planning and estate administration. He has been with the firm since 1981 and enjoys golf, swimming, hiking and traveling.

Charles D. Kimbell Partner kkimbell@aklaw.net	B.A.: Washington and Lee University, 1964 J.D.: Indiana University 1967 Practice Emphasis: Real Estate, Low Income Housing Tax Credits, Business Law Mr. Kimbell is actively involved in various community activities including serving as a director of the Community Environmental Council and the preservation of the Gaviota Coast. He enjoys surfing, swimming, hiking and weight training.

Bradley Lundgren Partner blundgren@aklaw.net	B.A.: University of California, Berkeley, 1992 J.D.: University of Southern California Law Center, 1996 Mr. Lundgren’s area of practice encompasses a broad range of real estate transactions, with an emphasis in purchase and sales, leases, co-tenancy arrangements, title evaluating, due diligence investigations and compliance with the Davis-Sterling Common Interest Development Act. His experience also includes representation of clients in the construction and development industry as well as assisting clients with the selection, formation and operation of all types of business entities, along with strategic planning and transfer of ownership issues. Mr. Lundgren is an accomplished speaker and has published several articles relating to his practice. In addition to his other hobbies, he enjoys golfing, hiking, sailing and cooking.

John H. Parke Partner jparke@aklaw.net	B.A.: University of California at Santa Barbara (with High Honors, Phi Beta Kappa), 1975 J.D.: University of California at Los Angeles, 1978 Practice Emphasis: Civil Litigation, Business Law Mr. Parke is a Santa Barbara native and is a long-time participant in local non-profit organizations. He enjoys racing on horseback in fifty mile and one hundred mile endurance rides throughout the Western United States.

Michael Gerson Associate mgerson@aklaw.net	B.A.: Pomona College, 1992 J.D.: University of California, Davis, 1995 LL.M in Estate Planning: University of Miami, 1999 Practice Emphasis: Estate Planning, Taxation, Probate and Trust Administration. Mr. Gerson is on the Board of Directors for the Make-A-Wish Foundation for the Tri-Counties, is actively involved in various estate planning groups, and speaks frequently to professional groups on topics related to his fields of specialty. Mr. Gerson enjoys soccer, playing bridge, golfing, hiking and traveling.

Stacy W. Rice Associate srice@aklaw.net	B.A.: Seattle Pacific University, 1999 M.B.A.: Williamette University, 2004 J.D. Williamette University, 2004 Mr. Rice’s area of practice focuses on all aspects of business and real estate transactions. He is active tennis player and swimmer with his wife, Melissa, and also enjoys hiking, skiing and mountaineering.

James M. Sweeney Associate jsweeney@aklaw.net	B.A.: Point Loma Nazarene San Diego (magna cum laude), 1996 J.D. University of California at Los Angeles (order of the coif), 1999 Practice Emphasis: Civil and Business Litigation. Mr. Sweeney is experienced in all facets of litigation. He is an avid golfer, and enjoys snowboarding, hiking and music.

Catherine E. Teague Associate cteague@aklaw.net	B.A.: University of California, Berkeley, 2001 J.D.: University of Hastings College of the Law, 2005 Catherine Teague is licensed to practice in the state of California, Oregon and Nevada. Ms. Teague’s area of practice focuses on all aspects of civil and business litigation. Ms. Teague is an avid skier and also enjoys hiking, swimming, mountain biking and scuba diving.

W. Joe Bush Of Counsel wjbush@aklaw.net	B.A.: University of Washington , 1963 J.D.: University of Washington School of Law, 1966 Certified Financial Planner Certified Specialist in Estate Planning, Probate, and Trust Law Practice Emphasis: Estate and Tax Planning, Probate, Trust Law, Conservatorships and Business Law. Mr. Bush has practiced law in Santa Barbara for thirty years, sits on numerous philanthropic boards, and enjoys golf, travel and cooking with his wife, Kathy.

George Allen Of Counsel	B.A.: Yale University (Exceptional Distinction; Phi Beta Kappa), 1942 J.D.: Harvard Law School (with Honors), 1949. Practice Emphasis: Real Estate, Land Use Law, Regulatory Agency Practice, Business Law Mr. Allen has been in practice in California for over fifty years and is still active in all facets of the firm’s practice.

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