About Us

Your Experienced Legal Team

With over 75 years of combined experience, Zelms Erlich Lenkov is a women-and-minority-owned law firm committed to providing top-tier legal services. Our diverse team of attorneys brings unique perspectives and specialized knowledge to every case. We pride ourselves on delivering personalized and effective legal counsel across various disciplines, so if you’re looking for innovative solutions and real results, our firm is here to support you.

What Sets Us Apart

Diverse and inclusive leadership:

Zelms Erlich Lenkov is a firm that values and promotes diversity. As a women- and minority-owned law firm, we bring a wide range of perspectives and experiences to our legal practice. This helps foster a more inclusive and dynamic approach to legal solutions, resulting in better representation for you.

Wide-ranging expertise:

We’re experts in multi-disciplinary legal services, including professional liability, real estate, civil litigation, employment law, and directors and officers liability. This breadth of expertise allows us to offer comprehensive legal solutions tailored to the unique needs of our clients.

Client-centric approach:

One size doesn’t fit all. At Zelms Erlich Lenkov we take the time to understand each client’s specific needs and provide strategic counsel aimed at achieving the best possible outcomes. Our client-focused approach ensures that every case receives the attention and dedication it deserves.

Proven track record and experience:

Our firm’s attorneys bring over five decades of combined legal experience. It’s this proven track record of success in handling complex legal matters across various sectors that instills confidence in clients seeking an experienced legal team. Think of us as your trusted advisors and formidable advocates in the legal arena.

The Partners

Robert B. Zelms

Partner

Robert B. Zelms is the managing partner of the Phoenix office of Zelms Erlich Lenkov. He specializes in professional liability defense litigation and is nationally board certified as a legal malpractice specialist. Known for his high-profile cases, Mr. Zelms has successfully defended numerous complex litigation matters, including a landmark case allowing fitness centers to reopen during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Rinat B. Klier Erlich

Partner

Rinat B. Klier Erlich is a founding partner and heads the Los Angeles office of Zelms Erlich Lenkov. With over two decades of experience, she specializes in professional liability litigation, defending various professionals, including lawyers, real estate agents, and medical professionals. Ms. Erlich is also a licensed real estate broker and general counsel to some of Southern California’s largest real estate brokers, providing risk management and transactional services.

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Jeffrey M. Lenkov

Partner

Jeffrey M. Lenkov leads multiple practice areas at Zelms Erlich Lenkov, including entertainment law, professional sports law, and hospitality litigation. With over two decades of experience, he represents prominent domestic and international companies, athletes, and celebrities in high-stakes litigation. Mr. Lenkov is also a certified players’ agent with the NHLPA and frequently serves as a legal analyst for various media outlets.

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Join Our Team

At Zelms Erlich Lenkov we value diversity, innovation, and dedication. If you’re passionate about delivering exceptional legal services and want to be part of a dynamic, inclusive team, we invite you to learn more.