Tami Vail

Biography

Tami G. Vail, Esq. is a partner in Kahana & Feld’s general liability practice group, which she co-chairs with partner Yaron Shaham.  Ms. Vail also manages the firm’s San Diego office. Ms. Vail’s practice includes significant and diverse civil litigation and trial experience in both state and federal court.  She routinely defends hotels, health clubs and restaurants in general liability matters.  Ms. Vail also regularly represents governmental entities in personal and catastrophic injury, wrongful death and employment matters, as well as law enforcement and security personnel in civil rights claims. Ms. Vail’s employment practice involves the representation of employers in matters involving the Department of Fair Employment and Housing (DFEH), and claims of discrimination and harassment in violation of the Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) and the Unruh Civil Rights Act. Ms. Vail also represents contractors, business owners and various professionals in complex business and contract disputes. Ms. Vail tenaciously defends her clients with razor sharp focus, and works diligently to understand her client’s operations and business while applying the applicable law.  Ms. Vail’s ability to thoroughly assess factual information in a calm and direct manner while analyzing potential exposure leads to satisfactory dispute resolution. Ms. Vail’s clear resolve while maintaining a professional and cordial relationship with other counsel has earned her an “AV” preeminent rating, Martindale-Hubbell’s highest recognition for legal ability and ethical standards amongst her peers. In addition to obtaining favorable outcomes for her clients, Ms. Vail loves spending time with her family and participating in school activities and sports with her two young sons.  Ms. Vail donates her time to the various charities her children’s school are involved in, including providing food and resources to underprivileged families.

Education

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Admissions/Licenses

• Bar Admissions: CA