Cristina Murillo

AssociateCristina Murillo

Cristina Murillo is an Associate at TencerSherman, LLP. Ms. Murillo’s current practice focuses on employment law and school district defense. Prior to joining TencerSherman, Ms. Murillo represented individuals in product liability cases where she gained experience in both the litigation and pre-litigation stages of a case, as well as overall case strategy development and execution.

Ms. Murillo graduated magna cum laude from California Western School of Law in 2022 and was admitted to the California Bar in November 2022. During law school, Ms. Murillo externed for the Honorable Anthony J. Battaglia in the United States District Court for the Southern District of California. Ms. Murillo was also an Executive Editor on the California Western Law Review. Additionally, she enjoyed serving as a teaching assistant for Criminal Law. Some of her notable academic achievements include being awarded a 100% academic merit scholarship and receiving numerous academic excellence awards.

Prior to law school, Ms. Murillo attended the University of California, San Diego, and graduated in 2010, with a B.A. in Psychology.

During her free time, Ms. Murillo enjoys hiking and exploring new coffee shops and restaurants

Bar Admissions

California

Education

California Western School of Law

J.D. – 2022

University of California San Diego

B.A. – 2010

Professional Associations and Memberships

State Bar of California

OUR PRACTICE AREAS

Focused on Strategy.
Built for Results.

TencerSherman LLP represents employers and businesses in complex, high-stakes litigation across Southern California. Trial-tested. Business-focused. Results driven.

ALL PRACTICE AREAS

Facing a Legal Challenge?

Partner with experienced litigators who understand your business and are ready to fight for your success.

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BUSINESS EMPLOYMENT LAW

We represent employers in workplace disputes, investigations, and litigation across Southern California.

02

SCHOOL DISTRICT DEFENSE

We defend school districts in complex legal disputes and proceedings.

03

BUSINESS LITIGATION

We help businesses resolve complex disputes and protect their interests in state and federal courts.

04

SECURITIES LITIGATION

We defend businesses and individuals in securities disputes, regulatory matters, and investor claims.

05

INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY LITIGATION

We protect innovation and brand value by enforcing and defending intellectual property rights.

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Our Cases Highlights

All Cases

Carnahan v. Lakeside Union School District (San Diego Superior Court)

Sam Sherman and Phil Simpler obtained a complete defense verdict in a jury trial alleging sexual assault by a fourth grade student. Plaintiff alleged the after school program director at the elementary school sexually molested her in his office. The case proceeded to trial against the program director

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Suppici Labor Commissioner Claim

TencerSherman achieved a very favorable outcome for employer after a delivery driver alleged meal and rest period premiums, overtime wages, reimbursable expenses, liquidated damages, and waiting time penalties under the California Labor Code. After a hearing in San Bernardino, the Labor Commissioner only awarded the employee waiting time

Eldridge Labor Commissioner Claim

Obtained a complete defense decision after a dental hygienist employee filed a claim with the Labor Commissioner in San Diego alleging her employer willfully failed to pay her wages after she submitted a letter of resignation. The employee claimed her employer owed her waiting time penalties. The Labor Commissioner held the of proof to show that the

WHAT OTHERS SAY ABOUT US

Client Quotes
& Testimonials

“We recommend having Sam Sherman and his team on your side, especially with all the firms out there willing to file frivolous lawsuits.“

Seth Siraton

“I have always felt well represented with Philip Tencer representing EpiCept Corporation.”

Jack Talley, President & CEO of EpiCept Corporation

“I have retained Philip Tencer on two matters, both with extraordinary results. I could not be more pleased with his counsel.”

Adelaide Pund, Chief Compliance Officer

Cristina Murillo

AssociateCristina Murillo

Bar Admissions

Education

Professional Associations and Memberships