History & Future
Since 1986, Rynn & Janowsky, LLP has been steadily growing to become one of the largest and busiest agricultural firms nationwide. Patricia J. Rynn and Lewis P. Janowsky started the firm after working for several years as senior attorneys with Western Growers Association. The firm’s experience with PACA law is now recognized nationwide and some partners are certified mediators and arbitrators.
By assembling a group of diverse and talented attorneys, Rynn & Janowsky, LLP has also expanded to include employment law. We represent employers in every industry and business sector from our offices in Irvine, California.
Our Guiding Principles
Who we are. And how that helps you.
Rynn & Janowsky, LLP exists to benefit our clients through legal services and proactive education in the areas of agricultural and employment law. We bring talent, experience, value and caring to each of our clients. And we recognize that in contributing to their success down to the smallest detail, we in effect contribute to our own.
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Meet Our Team

R. Jason Read
PartnerR. Jason Read joined Rynn & Janowsky, LLP upon receiving his LL.M. in International Business Law. He has been a partner with the firm since 1997.

Bart M. Botta
PartnerBart M. Botta joined Rynn & Janowsky, LLP in 1993 and became a partner in 2003. He is involved in all aspects of proceedings arising under PACA and the California Food and Agricultural Code.

Elise O’Brien
PartnerElise O’Brien has extensive experience representing employers in in federal and state court litigation involving wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and wage and hour claims.

June Monroe
PartnerJune Monroe joined Rynn & Janowsky, LLP in 1997 as a paralegal. June is one of R&J's biggest success stories. While working at the firm, Ms. Monroe continued to work fulltime, raise a family, and attend law school.