IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT

As of July 1, 2011, Miller & Van Eaton is pleased to announce its acquisition by Best Best & Krieger LLP.

Best Best & Krieger is one of California's oldest and largest law firms, with eight offices and 200 attorneys throughout the state. The law firm works for many public agencies, serving as city attorney to nearly 30 cities and as general and special counsel to water agencies, joint power authorities, fire protection districts, transportation agencies, and other special districts.

We are proud to be joining Best Best & Krieger and look forward to continuing to serve your legal needs under our new firm name.

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