Roger S. Bonakdar

Education

Santa Clara University, School of Law (Juris Doctor)

• Scholar of Public Interest & Social Justice: Certificate in Consumer Law
• Witkin Awards: Civil Procedure & Employment Discrimination
• ABA Negotiation Team and Santa Clara Trial Team
• Most Outstanding Trial Advocate Award, Western Regional ATLA Competition
• Pro Bono Plaque, Award Recipient

University of California, San Diego

• Bachelor of Arts: International Relations with emphasis in Economics

Experience

Prior to joining Nuttall Coleman & Wilson, Mr. Bonakdar was an associate at the largest civil litigation firm in the San Joaquin Valley, dealing with matters ranging from commercial litigation to professional liability defense.  Before venturing into private practice, Mr. Bonakdar also worked with the California Department of Justice, Office of the Attorney General.

Areas of Practice

Mr. Bonakdar provides his clients a full spectrum of services, such as presenting their defense in criminal proceedings, as well as commercial litigation and business planning services.  Mr. Bonakdar also has extensive experience and knowledge in the areas of Consumer Law, and specifically the Auto Industry, including its operational details and liability related to sales, finance, and warranty related issues.

Connection to the Community

Mr. Bonakdar is a San Joaquin Valley native, raised here in Fresno.  After completing his formal education, he returned to Fresno to establish his practice, and provide his community the high quality legal representation it needs and deserves. 

Associations

• State Bar of California
• American Bar Association
• Fresno County Bar Association