LOS ANGELES – April 14, 2026 – Frandzel Robins Bloom & Csato, L.C. announced today its selection in the Chambers Spotlight California 2026 guide. The firm is ranked for Bankruptcy/Restructuring in Los Angeles, marking the second consecutive year it has received this prestigious ranking.
A Chambers Spotlight ranking is awarded after thorough, independent research that identifies exceptional small- and mid-size law firms across the state. Firm listings are based on thousands of attorney and client interviews designed to identify law firms and lawyers that demonstrate the top technical legal ability, professional conduct, client service, diligence, commitment and other qualities most valued by clients.
“We are honored to be recognized by Chambers once again,” says Managing Shareholder Hemal Master. “It is a direct reflection of the trust our clients place in us and the talent and dedication of our team.”
Frandzel’s practices focus primarily on real estate, commercial finance and business transactions. Their practice is especially known for representing banks, commercial lenders, private credit providers and real estate investors in complex secured lending and workout matters. They also advise developers and business clients on acquisitions, dispositions and a range of transactional and dispute-related issues in the real estate and finance space.
The firm was recognized as a “Top Law Firm” in 2025 by Los Angeles Times and named a Best Law Firm® 2025 by Best Lawyers®.
Frandzel is a Chambers California Spotlight–ranked law firm providing strategic legal counsel and litigation services to financial institutions and businesses. For more than three decades, the firm’s attorneys have delivered proven results and practical business insight to help clients achieve their objectives. Frandzel is recognized for its highly responsive service, enduring client relationships, and solutions that are both effective and pragmatic.
LOS ANGELES – September 11, 2025 – Frandzel Robins Bloom & Csato, L.C. announced today that Shareholders Hal Goldflam and Brett McClure have been recognized in Lawdragon’s 2026 edition of “500 Leading Litigators in America.” The publication selected the attorneys from a record number of nominations utilizing Lawdragon’s rigorous research and selection process.
“The outstanding advocates recognized here have made their mark representing clients in their most important courtroom, investigative and administrative battles,” states the publisher. “They have changed the course of industry and individual businesses, shaped our nation and the enforcement of its laws, and continued to uphold the role of the law as a beacon and shared imperative.”
Hal Goldflam is a veteran trial and appellate attorney who regularly represents banks and other financial institutions, including equipment lessors, in the area of commercial and general business litigation, creditor’s rights, secured transactions, banking law, real estate, fraud and in the defense of lender liability claims. Known for his depth of experience and practical insight, Goldflam has also played a key role in numerous large-scale fraud cases, representing court-appointed receivers in actions brought by the Federal Trade Commission and the Securities and Exchange Commission.
Brett McClure is an experienced trial lawyer whose practices focuses on resolving the business disputes of his clients, from Fortune 500 companies to start-ups and high net worth individuals. He serves as lead trial counsel in state and federal courts across the nation. Known for his insightful and practice advice, McClure has litigated cases in a broad range of industries, including real estate, banking and technology. has served as lead or co-lead counsel in high-stakes state, federal, and arbitration proceedings, successfully handling cases involving commercial lender liability, real estate disputes, fraud, and trade secret misappropriation. He is particularly known for navigating complex financial and business litigation with precision, delivering results in matters that often involve multi-party claims, sophisticated financial instruments, and significant monetary exposure.