Ann L. Kalisuch
Associate
Ann Kalisuch brings her business and economic background to provide thorough, full-service representation to her clients in their employment matters.
Her perspective is shaped by years of experience with emerging businesses, and she appreciates the unique needs of every endeavor. Her thoughtful, client-focused approach ensures that every matter is handled with excellence.
Ann graduated summa cum laude from Gonzaga University School of Law, where she developed a keen eye for detail in her position as Managing Editor of Gonzaga Law Review. Ann uses her strong writing skills to advocate persuasively while implementing creative and strategic approaches to accomplish her clients’ desired ends. Understanding that litigation can be extremely daunting for many businesses, Ann breaks the process down and walks her clients through the intricacies to ensure full confidence. She also works to proactively protect businesses by ensuring compliance in the complex arena of California employment law.
Professional, Community And Pro Bono Involvement
- California Lawyers Association, Labor and Employment Law Section
- Sacramento County Bar Association, Labor and Employment Law Section
- Women Lawyers of Sacramento
- Gonzaga Law Review, Vol. 60, Managing Editor, 2024-2025
- Gonzaga Law Review, Vol. 59, Editorial Staff, 2023-2024
Honors & Rankings
- Extern, Honorable Breean L. Beggs, Spokane Superior Court, 2025
- Dean’s Honor List
- CALI Awards for Legal Research & Writing II, Evidence, and Corporations
- First Place Overall Winner for 2024 Clarke Legal Ethics Competition
- Third Place in Writing for 2025 Clarke Legal Ethics Competition
Announcements
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December 12, 2024Introducing Downey Brand’s 2025 Fall Associate Class
Speaking Engagements / Events
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January 28, 20262026 and Onward – Annual Employment Law BriefingDowney Brand In-Person Employment Seminar
Ann is a Northern California native, growing up and attending school in Colusa. After going out of state for her undergraduate and law school education, she returned to California to begin her career. Ann prioritizes community investment through her involvement with Young Life, a nonprofit organization, and seeks opportunities to contribute to the continued development of the Sacramento area.
Outside of the office, Ann delights in reading, kayaking, skiing, and taking her Great Pyrenees, Cascade, for walks. She can often be found with a knitting project in hand and enjoys cheering on the Baylor Bears during football and basketball season. Ann also enjoys attending concerts and trying new restaurants and coffee shops with her husband. They are currently making their way through the great variety Sacramento has to offer and are always looking for new recommendations.
Professional, Community And Pro Bono Involvement
- California Lawyers Association, Labor and Employment Law Section
- Sacramento County Bar Association, Labor and Employment Law Section
- Women Lawyers of Sacramento
- Gonzaga Law Review, Vol. 60, Managing Editor, 2024-2025
- Gonzaga Law Review, Vol. 59, Editorial Staff, 2023-2024
Honors & Rankings
- Extern, Honorable Breean L. Beggs, Spokane Superior Court, 2025
- Dean’s Honor List
- CALI Awards for Legal Research & Writing II, Evidence, and Corporations
- First Place Overall Winner for 2024 Clarke Legal Ethics Competition
- Third Place in Writing for 2025 Clarke Legal Ethics Competition
