Gene H. Shioda is a well-respected trial attorney and the head of the firm’s Litigation Department, bringing over 20 years of legal experience to the organization. As a partner, Gene plays a pivotal role in crafting and executing legal strategies in complex, high-value, and high-risk cases. His ability to negotiate effectively and navigate intricate legal challenges has resulted in numerous favorable outcomes, including significant settlements and verdicts ranging from $500,000 to $4.3 million.

Mr. Shioda’s practice focuses on real estate, business, and employment and labor litigation. He has served as lead trial counsel in a wide range of jury and bench trials, arbitrations, mediations, and settlement conferences. His in-depth litigation experience and persuasive communication skills make him a formidable presence in the courtroom and at the negotiation table. He is particularly adept at engaging in crucial witness examinations and building compelling arguments that resonate with judges, arbitrators, mediators, opposing counsel, and juries.

Clients and colleagues value Gene’s client-focused approach and his commitment to delivering practical, strategic legal advice. His dedication to excellence and results has led to a consistent track record of success in both plaintiff and defense roles. In addition to his professional work, Mr. Shioda remains committed to ongoing professional development and regularly attends legal seminars and trial training camps to sharpen his litigation skills.

Mr. Shioda earned his Juris Doctor from Southwestern Law School in 1996, graduating summa cum laude. He holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Clark University in Worcester, Massachusetts, where he graduated magna cum laude in 1993.

Education 

J.D., Southwestern Law School, 1996 Summa Cum Laude 

B.A., Clark University, Worcester, Massachusetts, 1993  Magna cum Laude   

Admissions 

California

Courts 

U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit 

U.S. District Court for the Central, Northern, Eastern and Southern Districts of California 

U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York 

U.S. District Court for Missouri 

State Court Hawaii 

State Court New York 

State Court of Texas (Houston) 

Languages  

English, Japanese