Mary Hanna

Associate

Mary Hanna is an Associate in the Los Angeles office and specializes in representing public agencies. She previously served as a Deputy City Attorney for the City of Los Angeles where she defended Labor and Employment lawsuits. As a Deputy City Attorney for the City of Riverside, she advised on a variety of matters including Public Safety, Code Enforcement, and Constitutional Law.

Mary advises the Firm’s clients in a wide range of legal matters pertaining to municipal government. These include Labor and Employment issues such as discrimination, Code Enforcement, the Brown Act, public records, and constitutional law issues.

Mary also maintains a diverse civil litigation practice. She has first- and second-chaired jury trials and secured favorable outcomes for her clients. She has also secured early dismissals through motion practice as well as the recovery of attorneys' fees.

Mary’s approach to legal counsel blends legal knowledge with firsthand experience working in-house at government agencies. Thus, she can anticipate obstacles and provide solutions that align with legal requirements and political realities.