OVERVIEW
Charles “Chase” G. Bakaly IV is a dynamic litigator whose focus on complex matters includes business and commercial litigation, eminent domain, real estate, intellectual property, unfair competition, and labor and employment disputes.
Chase provides strategic solutions to a broad spectrum of clients, including Fortune 500 companies, small businesses, private property owners, contractors, public agencies, and individuals. Chase is a trusted advocate for individuals and businesses seeking representation in California state court and U.S. District Courts, state and federal administrative agencies, and alternative dispute resolution forums.In addition to representing clients in the courtroom, Chase provides comprehensive counsel on pre-litigation and business matters. Recognizing that proactive legal strategies can often prevent costly litigation, Chase works closely with clients to identify potential areas of conflict and develop solutions to mitigate risks.
Chase is active in such legal associations as the American Bar Association and the Los Angeles County Bar Association. Notably, he served as the chair of LACBA’s Armed Forces Committee, which focuses on community service and pro bono legal assistance for military personnel, veterans, and their families.
Prior to his legal career, Chase served as the executive assistant to Ambassador Richard L. Armitage, former U.S. Deputy Secretary of State. Chase earned his J.D. from the University of Southern California and served as a judicial extern for the Honorable Dale S. Fischer of the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California.
Chase was named among the class of the 2023 Lawdragon 500 X – The Next Generation, a cohort recognized as shaping the future of law firms. Chase is a member of the Globalaw Leadership Programme (GLP), where he expands his global perspective and leadership capabilities.
- USC Gould School of Law – J.D. 2017
- University of Southern California – B.A. 2012
Commercial Contract Dispute
Represent a private equity firm and an investment management firm in a breach of contract action for failure to remit payment under warrant agreements following asset purchase sale; matter ongoing.
Commercial Contract Dispute
Represent a company operating a container storage yard in a breach of contract action that involves inducement of breach of contract and intentional interference with contractual relations; matter ongoing.
General Contractor Recovery Action
Represent a general contractor in a breach of contract action where homeowner failed to comply with terms of agreement to remodel residential home; matter ongoing.
Public Agency Representation
Represent a public water district in a breach of contract action for proceeds due under decades-old agreement with another public entity; matter ongoing.
Commercial Contract Dispute
Represented a drayage and transportation company in a breach of contract action for services related to transportation and storage goods through the Ports of Long Beach and Los Angeles.
Eminent Domain Action
Represent a private landowner in an action for inverse condemnation following a county’s taking of the landowner’s property for public use; matter ongoing.
Eminent Domain Action
Represent a private landowner in an action for inverse condemnation for seven-figure damages following actions taken by the federal government that amounted to a taking of the landowner’s property; matter ongoing.
Inverse Condemnation Defense
Represented a pipeline company in an action for eminent domain against a private property owner which resulted in successful settlement.
Pest Control Employment Defense
Represent a family-owned pest control company in employment action in arbitration; matter ongoing.
Hospital Employment Defense
Represented and represent multinational healthcare services company in numerous actions involving various employment related claims, including wrongful termination, unlawful discrimination, harassment, retaliation, breach of contract, labor code violations, defamation, unfair business practices, whistleblower claims, and wage and hour claims.
Telecommunications Employment Defense
Represented national telecommunications and mass media company in numerous actions involving various employment related claims, including wrongful termination, unlawful discrimination, harassment, retaliation, breach of contract, labor code violations, defamation, unfair business practices, whistleblower claims, and wage and hour claims.
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Los Angeles, CA 90071-3147
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