Meet our Support Team
Traut Firm, our support staff is a mix of educated, experienced, and compassionate team players who understand that the client comes first. Our paralegals, legal assistants, administrative assistants, medical records, and file clerks work tirelessly to ensure a process that is as seamless as possible for our clients.
MORGAN TRAUT DENOS
Legal Assistant
Morgan Traut Denos graduated from Chapman University, earning a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology with a Minor in Anthropology. As Eric’s daughter, Morgan has worked for Traut Firm through the years. Raised in a world surrounded by lawyers and judges, familiarity with the process made it easy for her to understand the work. In May of 2023, Morgan began working for the firm as a legal assistant in a more official capacity. Responsibilities include a strong understanding of the legal process and terminology, transcription, proofreading and filing of documents, meeting deadlines, scheduling, and providing general assistance to attorneys.
LUPE MORALES
Legal Assistant
An indispensable part of the Traut Firm family, Lupe Morales has been Pamela’s legal assistant since joining the firm over two years ago. Having previously worked at law firms practicing immigration law and criminal defense, her position with Traut Firm is her introduction to personal injury law. She attended Santa Monica Community College, receiving an AA in Social and Behavioral Science. She transferred to Loyola Marymount University, majoring in History with a minor in Economics.
EVELIA SANCHAEZ
Legal Assistant/Bookeeper
A graduate of Santa Ana College, Evelia Sanchez began working with the Traut Firm in 1989. She quickly became a legal assistant to Eric specifically. An essential member of the Traut Firm’s family, Evelia works on many of the high-profile, wrongful death and personal injury cases. Her responsibilities include general legal assistant tasks as well as all e-filings in California’s State and Federal courts. Evelia is also responsible for the firm’s bookkeeping.
JUDY GILBAUGH
Medical Records Clerk
Judy Gilbaugh is the Medical Records Clerk for Traut Firm. She brings varied work experience to the firm having worked as an ambulance dispatcher, a customer service representative at John Wayne Airport, and a personal secretary at a caregiving facility. Judy’s responsibilities include obtaining all relevant records and bills, preparing an itemized list of economic damages on behalf of the clients, and staying on top of any client updates and changes.
DIANA NGUYEN
Paralegal
When Diana started college, she wanted to be a writer. She quickly learned that loving literature and cultivating such a career are separate things. After thoughtful consideration, Diana chose a career in law. She believed working in this area would enable her love of reading and writing to be utilized in a very fulfilling way. Diana earned internships related to Family Law, Personal Injury, and Employment Law. These experiences supported her career path choice. Diana has never looked back. Diana Nguyen is a recent addition to Traut Firm. In late October 2023, she began working as Eric’s paralegal. She exemplifies leadership skills and is a strong member of the Traut Firm’s support team. She is a graduate of California State University Long Beach with a BA in Political Science. She also studied at Irvine Valley College, received an AA in Liberal Arts, Paralegal Studies, and Political Science, and earned a Paralegal Certificate of Achievement.
JACLYN TRAUT | File Clerk
Born and raised in South Orange County, Jaclyn Traut is a recent addition to Traut Firm. She never saw herself working in an office, but she thoroughly enjoys her file clerk and legal assistant roles. Jaclyn has the organization gene. Putting things where they go is natural. She enjoys the easy, comfortable feel of Traut Firm and especially enjoys working with family. She genuinely says, “They are my favorite people. She earned a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Cal State Long Beach and believes in the unique dynamics of human experience, and is fascinated by how the brain works.
Before coming to Traut Firm, Jaclyn worked as a nanny for 15 years. As an empath, the purity of children and their energy inspired her. Jaclyn tapped into her creativity and authentic self to engage the children. She enjoyed creating an environment that allowed parents to be fully present when home. A mom herself, Jaclyn works part-time. “Holland is everything I have ever wanted.”
JAIME JIMENEZ
Receptionist
Jaime Jimenez has been the front-office face and first contact on the phone for Traut Firm for over two years. He stepped into the role from his sister when she transitioned to a job in the insurance industry. Jaime and his fiance’ reside in Corona.
