Murchison & Cumming Elevates Gina Bazaz to Senior Partner

February 6, 2019

Murchison & Cumming, LLP is pleased to announce that Gina Bazaz has been named a Senior Partner. With a reputation for “thinking outside the box” in finding creative ways to resolve disputes, Ms. Bazaz has built long-standing relationships with clients in addition to gaining the respect of judges and mediators alike. She has successfully litigated a multitude of cases on behalf of numerous major insurance carriers and companies, representing multi-million dollar corporations located in the U.S. and abroad.

“Gina’s elevation strengthens our partnership and helps position the firm’s leadership for many years to come.,” said Managing Partner Dan Longo.

Growing up, her family and friends nicknamed her “the lawyer” because she was quick on her feet and had the ability to resolve any conflict. Ms. Bazaz entered undergraduate school as an art major but soon realized political science had become her favorite class. With the encouragement of several professors and her mother’s reminder of her great negotiating skills, she decided to change her major to Political Science and continue onto law school.

Throughout the past 20 years, Ms. Bazaz has come to appreciate the value of mentorship, partnership, teamwork and trust. The Southern California "go to" attorney for several prominent insurance companies and clients, Ms. Bazaz' affable personality, knowledge of the law and personalized client guidance have played a significant role in her success. In fact, Ms. Bazaz attributes her success to her outstanding clients stating, "I wouldn't be here without them."

As for her new position, "it is my honor and privilege to work alongside the Senior Partnership and to contribute to the firm’s growth as I step into this new role,” said Ms. Bazaz. “It is my hope that each young associate recognizes that he or she has the power and capability to step into a leadership role. Passion, hard work, and dedication do pay off.”