The Staff

Ned Spilsbury
Colleen Cadogan
Shannon Barker
Marta J. De La Torre

Ned Spilsbury

"I build a world of acceptance and Peace by coaching acceptance of self and others."

Ned is a research analyst at Bisnar | Chase and has been working with John Bisnar since 1979.

"I tell people that I read and write for a living; it's true. I read every piece of paper, including new case opinions and legislation, to keep the litigation end of Bisnar | Chase ahead of the leading edge of the developments in the law. I write much of the paperwork that is generated by the litigation department, including complaints, motions, and briefs that are submitted to courts or arbitrators to convince them to rule in our clients' favor. I am also the technology resource for the firm, and keep watch over our computer network and it's operation. Finally, I am the resource for odds and ends that accumulate after more than twenty years of work for the same firm."

Ned enjoys his position at Bisnar | Chase because of the many challenges and the variety of roles he plays throughout his regular work week. One of his many goals within the firm is to advance proficiency in the use of technology to gather and present information about the firm's cases.

Ned was born in Cleveland, Ohio, but was raised mostly in California. He received his Bachelor of Science degree in Biochemistry from the University of California at Davis, graduating with honors, then proceeded to the University of California at Irvine studying Medical Microbiology, before having a change of heart and finishing with a Master of Science Degree. Ned went on to attend law school at Western State University, Fullerton and graduated with honors in 1981.

Ned, his wife Lauren, and their three children live in Mission Viejo and keep very busy with the numerous and varied activities of their children's lives as well as their own. One of his personal goals is to assist his wife and children in achieving their own personal goals and learning, learning, learning.

Ned's co-workers at Bisnar | Chase comment that he is a good man, knowledgeable, kind and patient.

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Colleen Cadogan

"What I really like about working at Bisnar | Chase is that no matter who you are or what your title is in the office, you are treated with respect and as an equal."

Colleen has been at Bisnar | Chase since 1999. Colleen started as an Administrative Assistant and was soon promoted to a Paralegal position. She assists with client communications and intakes, processing investigations, working with police departments and the DMV as well as obtaining medical records and opening claims with insurance companies. Her goal is to work to the best of her ability and serve the clients' needs and she is proud to be a part of the firm because, "…we value what we do and the people we interact with."

Colleen was born and raised in Orange County. She attended Cal State University at Long Beach majoring in Criminal Psychology. She then went on to earn her Paralegal Certificate from South Coast College and the At-Home-Professions Program in 1998. She has certifications in Notary, ADP Payroll and ADP Human Resources.

Colleen continues to reside in Orange County and is dedicated to her family. She values her job, her co-workers and the clients. She has made life-long friendships with the people she has come into contact with during her employment with Bisnar | Chase .

Colleen's co-workers at Bisnar | Chase comment that she is extremely dedicated, able and has a "huge heart".

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Shannon Barker

"I work at Bisnar | Chase because everyday I see the value of what I do and what we do as a team for the benefit of our clients. The strength team work has is incredible."

Shannon Barker has been with Bisnar | Chase since 1995 and is the Supervising Pre-Litigation Paralegal. Shannon manages the pre-litigation files and oversees, directs and supervises her fellow paralegals in the office. She is responsible for meeting and interviewing all prospective clients, obtaining all necessary investigation, working with adjusters and assisting the attorneys with demand letters. She assists the partners in the evaluation of all cases for settlement. She also has the task of maintaining the flow between the pre-litigation and litigation teams.

Shannon was born and raised in Northern California. She attended the University of Arizona and the University of Hawaii, majoring in Political Science. She then attended the Century Paralegal School, graduating in 1989 with her paralegal certificate.

Shannon lives in Orange County with her husband and two daughters. She enjoys numerous personal pursuits, including photography, painting, bike riding and sewing. Shannon participates and strongly supports the numerous activities of her daughters. Shannon is the Orange County Representative for Women Worldwide, and actively supports and mentors women who seek the personal strength and understanding gained by members of that organization.

Shannon's co-workers at Bisnar | Chase comment that she is the lifeblood of the office - incredibly energetic, a strong woman, and intensely committed to negotiating the best possible results for the clients.

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Marta J. De La Torre

"We are a team of smart, open-minded individuals that are here to help the public and each other."

Marta J. De La Torre has been a Paralegal at Bisnar | Chase since 1994. Marta is the main Spanish translator at and the liaison between Spanish clients and the office. Marta is an invaluable part of the pre-litigation department as takes care of property damage, rentals, repairs, loss of use, everything that has to do with getting that part of the pre-litigation done. She supervises the medical records department to make sure everything is in the files when needed for demand packages or for hearings. She takes great pride in her work and in her position at Bisnar | Chase . Her goal is to take on even more responsibility and excel at what she does.

Marta attended Cal State University at Los Angeles majoring in English and Political Studies. Subsequently, she earned her Paralegal Certificate from the Paralegal Program at Newbridge College, Tustin, CA in 1994. Marta also studied English writing and composition at Fullerton College in 1995.

Her goals in life are to have peace in her heart, love her family, become a good role model for her children and make a difference in peoples' lives. In her spare moments, Marta enjoys reading and actively participating in everything her children do.

Marta's co-workers say she is dedicated to being the best she can be, is very patient and has a fun, contagious personalilty.

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