Roman Michael Whittaker
Roman M. Whittaker, Esq., Incorporated • Indio, CA
EntertainmentEmployment LawGeneral PracticeLabor & EmploymentPersonal Injury
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Contact
Email
Phone
(760) 537-6508
Address
80853 Kebon Drive, Indio, CA, 92201, US
Professional
About
Roman Michael Whittaker is a distinguished attorney based in Indio, California, and the founder of Roman M. Whittaker, Esq., Incorporated. With nearly a decade of experience at Best Best & Krieger LLP—one of the largest and most respected law firms in the Inland Empire—Roman brings a wealth of knowledge to his practice. He specializes in Employment Law, General Practice, Labor & Employment, Personal Injury, Probate, Real Estate, and Real Estate Transactions. After founding Anderholt Whittaker LLP in 2010, Roman aimed to deliver more cost-effective legal services to his clients. In response to the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, he streamlined his practice further to reduce overhead costs, allowing him to provide even more accessible legal solutions. Roman holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of California, Santa Barbara, and a Juris Doctorate from Gonzaga University School of Law. Beyond his legal practice, Roman is deeply committed to community service. He has served as Past President of the Palm Springs Chamber of Commerce and is a founding member of the United States Green Building Council (USGBC) - Inland Empire Chapter - Coachella Valley Branch. Additionally, he currently chairs the Board of Directors of the Academy of Musical Performance, an innovative program that nurtures young musicians and performers. With a focus on business formation, financing, structuring, and intellectual property, Roman Michael Whittaker is dedicated to guiding his clients through the complexities of legal challenges while fostering growth and success.
About Entertainment Law
Entertainment attorneys represent artists, producers, and companies in the entertainment industry. They handle contracts, intellectual property, and disputes. Common matters include entertainment contracts, music rights, film deals, talent representation.
Credentials
Education
1997 Gonzaga University School of Law JD - Juris Doctor 1994 University of California - Santa Barbara BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
English
Recognition & Involvement
Awards
2020 Mandatory Fee Arbitration Panel, Desert Bar Association 2020 Top Lawyer, Palm Springs Life Magazine 2019 Mandatory Fee Arbitration Panel, Desert Bar Association 2019 Top Lawyer, Palm Springs Life Magazine 2018 Mandatory Fee Arbitration Panel, Desert Bar Association
Publications
2014 Desert Golf & Tennis Magazine Should You Hire a Real Estate Agent or Lawyer to Buy a House 2014 blogspot.com Should You Hire a Real Estate Agent or Lawyer to Buy a House 2011 blogspot.com New Law on Rent Restrictions
Associations
2013 - Present Desert Bar Association - Mandatory Fee Arbitration Program Arbitrator 2001 - Present Palm Springs Chamber of Commerce Member 2001 - Present Palm Desert Chamber of Commerce Member 2001 - Present La Quinta Chamber of Commerce Member 2001 - Present Indio Chamber of Commerce Member
Speaking
2009 The Joey English Radio Show Foreclosures
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Updated: May 25, 2026