- Child AbuseTerri and her family returned to the Sacramento area in 2013, where she took a position with The Law Offices of Barbara Bender, practicing probate, estate planning and elder law. Later, Terri took a position as a Staff Attorney at the Sacramento Regional Family Justice Center, advocating for victims of elder and dependent adult abuse as well as child abuse. When she isn’t practicing law, Terri enjoys knitting, reading mystery stories and hiking with her family.
- Criminal DefenseTerri is a Sacramento area native. Raised in Elk Grove, she attended Sacramento State University while working full-time as a legal secretary, earning her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology in 1994.  Terri was later admitted to McGeorge School of Law, earning her Juris Doctorate in 2000. Soon after, she began her legal career as a Deputy District Attorney in Shasta County, California, where she spent 3 years gaining litigation experience, prosecuting numerous cases through jury trial. After her two sons were born, Terri entered into private practice with her husband, founding Popkes Law Office in Redding in 2005. There, Terri broadened her practice area to include criminal defense, administrative and family law.
- Corporate LawOperating, building and maintaining a dental business is difficult enough, it should not be made more complicated by navigating the legal structures associated with practicing dentistry in California. At BPE Law, our motto is “Let us do the legal heavy lifting for you.†At BPE Law our transactional lawyers have more than thirty years of combined business and corporate law experience and our litigation attorneys have more than seventy-five years of combined business, contract, insurance and real estate experience to assist today’s practicing dentists. BPE Law provides the unique capability of being able to handle nearly every issue a dentist may face, whether its business start-up, employment, real estate leasing or building, business or equipment buy and sale and estate/succession planning.
- Business Formation
- Business DisputesSearching for a seasoned lawyer with expertise in business law? Sacramento area businesses of all sizes consistently look to the trusted team at BPE Law Group in Gold River, CA to handle all their legal needs. We have served the business community since 1995 and are proud of our outstanding reputation among area business leaders.
- Business TransactionsUntil the market crashed, a substantial portion of the business we did at BPE Law was representing Buyers and Sellers in commercial transactions. With the improving economy, transaction law is roaring back and we’re involved with the purchase, sale, development, and finance of apartment complexes, hotels, commercial buildings, retail businesses, and more. Here are just a few of our commercial transactions services...
- Limited Liability Companies
- Trade Secrets
- Unfair Competition
- Wrongful Termination
- Employment Discrimination
- Employment ContractMany business leaders overlook the importance of choosing a tailored employment contract or agreement and opt instead for generic employment agreements. However, it is essential that the contract your employees sign accurately reflects what is expected of them in your place of business. We can draft both standard employment contracts and specialized agreements for independent contractors.
- Employment LitigationIt is imperative for anyone who has employees to contact an attorney familiar with these laws to review their current employment policies, manuals, and contracts to make sure they are in compliance, or to discuss employment-related decisions in an effort to avoid potentially disruptive labor and employment disputes.
- Severance Agreement
- Sexual Harassment
- Real Estate LitigationIf you are a business leader struggling to keep an enterprise afloat in today’s economic climate, you may be considering whether a commercial loan workout could provide immediate credit relief. At BPE Law, our experienced team of business and real estate law experts can assist you as you pursue loan workouts and loan modifications.
- Construction Litigation
- Real Estate TransactionsWhether you are an experienced investor or a first-time seller, you know that contract formation is an essential part of the real estate sales process. Without a solid contract, you leave yourself open to lawsuits. If you are buying property, having a solid contract ensures that you are protected throughout the purchasing process and that you have legal recourse in case the property you purchase has a serious defect that the seller did not disclose. Your BPE Law attorney can guide you through the process of contract formation whether you are selling or buying a property.
- Eminent Domain
- Easement
- Land Use and Zoning
- Landlord-Tenant DisputesDo you need professional legal assistance in order to settle a landlord-tenant dispute? At BPE Law, we have been providing for the real estate needs of clients since 1995. It is our mission to offer efficient, cost-effective service to every client.
- Property Damage
- Personal InjuryIf a neighbor’s tree branches or roots encroach on your property, you should first seek informal resolution. Ask your neighbor to trim his own tree to keep it from encroaching into your property. If the neighbor refuses, you might put them on written notice that their tree is creating a dangerous condition and that if the tree causes any personal injury or property damage occurs to your property, your neighbor will be legally responsible to pay for all damages incurred. If they still refuse, you might consider legal action to abate the nuisance their tree is creating.
- Disability Discrimination
- Estate PlanningAre you looking for a qualified law firm to assist you with your estate planning needs? BPE Law has been serving the residents of the greater Sacramento area for over 15 years. We provide efficient and cost-effective estate planning services to each and every client.
- WillsIn most states, individuals can choose from a variety of will and trust types when working to secure their estates. The type of document you choose will affect how your assets are distributed and when the document can be enforced by an executor and the courts. Your attorney will help you select the type of will or trust that is most suited to your situation.
- TrustsDo you need assistance setting up a trust or handling trust administration tasks? At BPE Law, we have helped individuals and families with their trust needs for nearly 20 years. It is our mission to offer you efficient and cost-effective services that meet your legal needs.
- Power of AttorneyEstate Plans & Probate – including Trusts, Wills, Powers of Attorney, and Health Care Directives and many other areas... ask us.
- ProbateAre you looking for a qualified attorney to help you navigate the probate process? At BPE Law, we have the experience and expertise needed to guide you through this daunting process. Our mission is to provide efficient and cost-effective service to all of our clients.
- Bankruptcy
- ForeclosureAre you an upside-down homeowner looking for legal help as you navigate today’s complex housing market? At BPE Law, we provide comprehensive support to homeowners who are facing foreclosure or who owe more on their homes than their homes are worth. Our experienced attorneys will guide you through this difficult time and help you make sense of your options.
- Tax LawChoosing a business structure – whether it be a sole proprietorship, partnership or professional corporation is one of the most important aspects of starting your practice. It affects future liability, protection of personal assets, succession and tax planning. The business and corporate attorneys at BPE Law understand the importance of not only properly establishing your business structure, but more importantly maintaining your business structure.