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How Public Agencies Can Succeed in Administrative Code Enforcement Hearings
At Serviam by Wright LLP, we proudly represent public agencies in administrative hearings involving code enforcement, nuisance abatement, permit revocation, and cost recovery. These proceedings offer a faster, more cost-effective alternative to litigation—and...
Governor’s Model Ordinance on Homeless Encampments: What Cities Must Know
Legal Update: On May 12, 2025, Governor Newsom released a model ordinance designed to help cities and counties swiftly address hazardous and unsanitary encampments while connecting individuals experiencing homelessness with shelter and supportive services. ...
Sidewalk Vending Regulation and Enforcement in California
California’s approach to sidewalk vending has undergone significant changes in recent years. With the passage of Senate Bill (SB) 946 in 2018, known as the Safe Sidewalk Vending Act, the state decriminalized sidewalk vending and mandated that local governments allow...
Serviam Managing Partner to Teach Legal Aspects at CACEO’s Module One Code Enforcement Academy
Curtis Wright, Managing Partner at Serviam by Wright LLP, is set to instruct at the Module One Academy, a foundational course in code enforcement training, from February 5 to February 9, 2025, in Los Banos, California. This training, organized by the California...
Thank you for Visiting Serviam at the CACEO Conference!
We extend our heartfelt thanks for your support of Serviam by Wright LLP at the CACEO Code Conference! The event was a resounding success, and we truly appreciate your involvement and participation. Don’t forget to check out our sponsor video and event photos!...
SB 1465—amended Health and Safety Code to beef-up receiverships & substandard building enforcement
Legal Update: Effective January 1, 2025, California amended the Health and Safety Code to beef-up receiverships and substandard building enforcement for cities and counties. On September 22, 2024, the California Legislature passed SB 1465, impacting the enforcement of...
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Andrew Cristea is an attorney at Serviam by Wright LLP, specializing in municipal litigation. Mr. Cristea focuses on civil rights defense and civil and criminal code enforcement prosecutions, advocating for government entities in complex legal matters.
Andrew obtained his Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice Administration from California State University, East Bay in 2016, where he had the opportunity to learn about the inner workings of the criminal justice system. Andrew graduated with his Juris Doctor from Chapman University’s Dale E. Fowler School of Law in May 2020, and was the recipient of a merit scholarship. During law school, he spent one summer interning with the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office and an additional summer with the Orange County District Attorney’s office, gaining hands-on experience prosecuting violent crimes.
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