Renne Public Law Group (RPLG) and Renne Public Management Group (RPMG) will send an unprecedented 23 professionals to this year’s California Public Employers Labor Relations Association (CALPELRA) Annual Training Conference, November 18–21, 2025 — the largest delegation in the firm’s history. The milestone underscores RPLG’s commitment to supporting California public sector employers through comprehensive training in labor relations, personnel management and employment law.

RPLG attorneys and consultants will present nine specialized sessions on critical issues ranging from workplace harassment investigations and immigration enforcement to Public Employment Relations Board (PERB) litigation strategies and Brown Act compliance, reflecting the firm’s deep expertise across the public sector employment law spectrum.

“We’re excited to have such a strong showing at CALPELRA this year,” said Founding Partner Jon Holtzman. “This conference is an excellent opportunity for our team to connect with public sector leaders and share strategies to address the evolving legal challenges facing California’s public agencies.”

Jon will co-present the keynote “Legal Strategies Presentation” alongside Timothy L. Davis (Burke, Williams & Sorensen, LLP) and Irma Rodríguez Moisa (Atkinson, Andelson, Loya, Ruud & Romo), providing a comprehensive review of the year’s most significant labor and employment law developments.

Other highlights include:

Partner and Head of Government Practice Amy Ackerman, Associate Mauricio Grande and Jon: “Common Brown Act and Public Records Act Issues for Human Resource and Labor Professionals”

Founding Partner Art Hartinger and RPMG Consultant Debra Gill: “Untangling Misconduct From Protected Activity”

Of Counsel and Head of Investigations Practice Karen Carrera, Senior Associate Michael Zitani and Associate Maribel Lopez: “EEOC Civil Rights Enforcement in a Changing Landscape”

Associate Anastasia Bondarchuk and Karen: “Best Practices for Cost-Effective, Efficient, and Defensible Workplace Harassment Investigations”

Associate Lisa Sharkey and Partner Geoff Spellberg: “How to Win at PERB”

Partner Rubin E. Cruse, Jr. and Lisa: “What to do When ICE Comes Calling?”

Art and Debra: “Seemingly Obscure Labor Contract Language You Should Not Ignore”

RPMG Executive Director Nelson Fialho and Jon: “Getting and Maintaining Support of Governing Bodies for Negotiations”

Beyond the presenting team, RPLG’s delegation includes Director of Labor Relations Luke Jensen, Senior Counsel Spencer Wilson, Senior Associates Peter Krzywicki and Cary Zuk, Associate Zoe Tatarsky, RPLG Fellows Juan Herdoiza, Mellisa Patao, Monica Schneck, Emma Wilcox and Marketing Coordinator Bobby Groth — showcasing the firm’s dedication to professional development at every level.

“Bringing 23 of our professionals to CALPELRA reflects our commitment to our clients and this premier training opportunity,” continued Jon. “By investing in our team’s continuing education, we ensure our clients benefit from cutting-edge legal insights and practical solutions.”

RPLG’s record-setting presence at CALPELRA highlights the firm’s expanding litigation and employment practices and its capacity to provide California’s public agencies with effective, responsive and creative legal support.

RPLG practices throughout California, advising and advocating for public agencies, nonprofit entities, individuals and private entities in need of effective, responsive and creative legal solutions.