Marisa is a University of California, Davis alumna and earned her Bachelor of Arts in History before going on to receive a paralegal certificate at UCLA Extension. She recently joined the firm as a paralegal and looks forward to growing with the firm and making a positive impact through her work. Marisa also volunteers as an advisor for a sorority at University of California, Irvine, supporting young women in their academic and personal growth.
An avid traveler, Marisa has explored 15 countries and 25 states, embracing new cultures and experiences along the way. She also lived in Madrid for four months while studying the Franco era, art history and Spanish politics. Outside of work and travel, she stays active with reformer pilates and hot yoga and has completed a half marathon. Her love for fitness and adventure fuels both her personal and professional life, reflecting on her commitment to growth, resilience and discovery.
Joseph Hansen has over four years of experience as a paralegal in all facets of litigation from inception through trial. Joseph has experience assisting attorneys during trial and being in the courtroom every day during a jury trial in summer 2025.
Joseph also provides assistance on coverage matters, from evaluating claim file documents to investigation of background facts to initial drafts of portions of coverage opinions to familiarity with insurance policies in various programs. Joseph works closely with coverage and litigation attorneys on both litigated and non-litigated matters. Joseph also has experience assisting appellate counsel with record and brief preparation in the California Courts of Appeal.
Joseph studied Business Administration with a concentration in marketing at Cuesta College in San Luis Obispo, California. After spending a few years on the Central Coast of California, Joseph returned to the greater Los Angeles area for his career as a paralegal with the firm.
Joseph is an avid golfer and a Philadelphia Eagles football fan. Joseph enjoys snowboarding in California and Utah, hiking in the Southern California mountain areas, and spending free time at the beach in his hometown.
Natalie Cortum has been with the firm since 2010. She is an experienced litigation paralegal on all aspects of the firm’s practice areas. She received her paralegal certificate from the University of Southern California in 1987. Natalie is a tenacious hard worker who creatively perseveres to complete the task at hand. Prior to receiving her paralegal certificate, Natalie received her Bachelor of Science degree in Journalism with a minor in Political Science from the University of Southern California. In her spare time, Natalie enjoys hot yoga, hiking, gardening, concerts and spending time in Lake Havasu, AZ.
