Lozano Smith

Lozano Smith Lozano Smith is a full-service education and public agency law firm and our sole objective is to ensure the success of our clients in all endeavors.

Established in 1988, Lozano Smith is a full-service education and public agency law firm serving hundreds of California's K-12 and community college districts, universities, and numerous cities, counties, and special districts. The firm's expertise includes personnel matters, labor relations, real property and construction matters, constitutional issues, special education, student discipline, scho

ol funding, charter schools, bond elections, governance, and litigation in all areas of representation.

Please join us in welcoming Priscilla Hernández to Lozano Smith as an Associate in our Los Angeles office.Priscilla repr...
06/02/2026

Please join us in welcoming Priscilla Hernández to Lozano Smith as an Associate in our Los Angeles office.

Priscilla represents public agency clients in labor and employment, litigation, and workplace investigation matters. Her experience includes advising clients on discrimination, harassment, retaliation, whistleblower, wage and hour, wrongful termination, and leave law matters, as well as supporting clients through all phases of civil litigation and workplace investigations.

We are excited to have Priscilla on the Lozano Smith team and look forward to the contributions she will make to our clients and communities. Read more here: https://www.lozanosmith.com/attorney_bio.php?id=387

06/01/2026

Now Hiring in San Diego!

We're growing our San Diego office and looking for talented attorneys, paralegals, and legal secretaries to join our team.

Explore current opportunities and discover what makes Lozano Smith a great place to build your career: https://www.lozanosmith.com/careers.php

05/29/2026

School district business is complex. From facilities projects and procurement to contracts, CEQA compliance, public finance, and real property matters.

Lozano Smith’s Facilities and Business Practice Group partners with public agencies throughout California to provide practical guidance and effective solutions every step of the way.

Learn more about how our team supports California public agencies: https://www.lozanosmith.com/facilitiesandbusiness.php

05/28/2026

Featured News Brief

What does SB 543 mean for school impact fees and accessory dwelling units (ADUs)?

Lozano Smith’s latest Client News Brief breaks down important changes affecting school districts and public agencies, including new clarifications regarding ADUs, JADUs, and developer fee limitations.

Read the article to learn how these updates may impact fee collection practices, planning, and compliance efforts statewide: https://www.lozanosmith.com/news-clientnewsbriefdetail.php?news_id=3486

05/27/2026

Mental health awareness doesn’t end in May.
Creating a supportive workplace is an ongoing effort. It’s one that starts with small, consistent actions.
Checking in and making space for well-being can have a lasting impact.
Let’s carry this forward.

Please join us in welcoming Arvinder “Arvi” Kaur to Lozano Smith’s Sacramento office as an Associate.Arvi’s practice is ...
05/26/2026

Please join us in welcoming Arvinder “Arvi” Kaur to Lozano Smith’s Sacramento office as an Associate.

Arvi’s practice is primarily focused on municipal law representing public agencies throughout California. She advises clients on governance, public contracting, Brown Act and Public Records Act compliance, conflicts of interest, housing initiatives, infrastructure financing, and more.

We are excited to have Arvi on the Lozano Smith team and look forward to the work ahead. Learn more about Arvi here: https://www.lozanosmith.com/attorney_bio.php?id=386

Welcome, Arvi!

05/22/2026

From project planning and procurement to claims and litigation, Lozano Smith’s Construction Advice and Litigation team helps public agencies navigate every stage of public works construction projects.

Our attorneys advise school districts, cities, counties, community colleges, and special districts on construction contracting, project management, dispute resolution, and litigation, with a proactive focus on helping clients avoid costly delays and protect their interests when disputes arise.

Learn more: https://www.lozanosmith.com/constructionlitigation.php

05/21/2026

AB 560 introduces new requirements related to the distribution of initial special education assessments and future staffing ratio recommendations for special education classrooms.

Our featured Client News Brief outlines what LEAs should know, including potential operational and bargaining impacts as implementation moves forward.

Read more: https://www.lozanosmith.com/news-clientnewsbriefdetail.php?news_id=3484

05/20/2026

You don’t have to have all the answers to support someone.

Sometimes, it’s as simple as:
• Listening without judgment
• Checking in with a colleague
• Offering patience and understanding

Strong teams are built on trust, and that includes supporting each other through challenges.

05/19/2026

Celebrating Our Newest Senior Counsel

We are excited to announce the promotion of Arielle Percival to Senior Counsel. Arielle’s dedication to client service, leadership, and commitment to California public agencies continue to make a meaningful impact across the firm and for the clients we serve.

Learn more about Arielle here:
https://www.lozanosmith.com/attorney_bio.php?id=293

Congratulations to Arielle on this well-earned achievement. We are excited for what’s ahead.

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Fresno, CA
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