Palos Verdes Peninsula Business Lawyers

I was born in New York and moved to Los Angeles in 1970 at the age of 12. My parents settled in Woodland Hills, at the west end of the San Fernando Valley. I graduated from El Camino Real High School in 1977, Pitzer College in 1981 and Loyola Law School in 1984. I have 30 years of experience as a bankruptcy lawyer, representing crditors and debtors. Over these 30 years, I have developed extensive nation-wide relationships with other professionals that I can call upon to help me and my clients with any need that may arise. My...

For over 40 years, attorney Daniel C. Carlton has devoted his professional life to protecting the rights of people in Orange County and throughout Southern California. Attorney Carlton is a licensed Real Estate Broker and has extensive experience in real estate law, including but not limited to real estate disputes, purchase and sales litigation, commercial transactions and leases, constructions disputes, DRE licensing and matters involving homeowners associations (HOA). He also has decades of experience representing people injured in slip and fall accidents, motor vehicle accidents and other personal injury cases.

Attorney Carlton is known for his personalized approach, getting to know...

Jonathan Michaels first became licensed in 1995, and since that time has created an exemplary litigation practice. Michaels has challenged some of the largest companies in the world, litigating cases in state and federal courts throughout the U.S. In these endeavors, he has received astounding verdicts and settlements for his clients – achievements that yielded him the “Attorney of the Year” award by his law school alma mater in 2012.

Michaels has also developed a particularly specialized practice in the automotive industry, having become well-known in the U.S. for litigating some of the most important cases in the industry. He is...

A 1978 Harvard Law School graduate, Mr. Sloat advises clients pragmatically, from the perspective of his broad legal and business experience. Rather than merely raising issues which obstruct a transaction, he helps his clients evaluate risks in their business context, advising creative, practical solutions. He negotiates in a spirit of productive cooperation, to reach the client’s goals without undermining business relationships. Deals are documented clearly, anticipating and avoiding potential disputes. Where differences arise, he is a strong advocate, effectively articulating and advancing his client’s best interests, seeking to resolve disagreements without litigation.

Dale Ortmann is a partner and senior shareholder of Hunt Ortmann, a Los Angeles construction firm. With more than 30 years of experience in construction and real estate law, Mr. Ortmann has experience in handling construction projects from inception to completion.

Mr. Bauducco handles all aspects of general civil litigation, including contract, real estate and construction related litigation. Mr. Bauducco also represents employers in labor cases, including class action suits. He advises clients in pre-litigation matters, and represents them in alternative dispute resolution when mediation or arbitration are the best courses of action.

A certified specialist in tax law designated by the California State Bar's Board of Legal Specialization, Mr. Hackman has an MBA from the Stanford Graduate School of Business and his JD from the University of California Los Angeles. He is the Chair of the Tax Planning, as well as the Trusts & Estate Planning Practice Groups at Lewitt Hackman.

Mr. Burkhalter is the founding partner of BKCG. He is an AV Preeminent rated lawyer, the top ranking in ability and ethics by Martindale- Hubbell. He has been selected as a Southern California Super Lawyer for Business Litigation every year since 2007. Mr. Burkhalter is a seasoned business trial lawyer who has successfully prosecuted and defended a wide array of cases. He has received multiple “8 figure” jury trial awards, including a Nashville jury verdict of $30.4 million. In addition to his litigation practice, Mr. Burkhalter advises and represents clients in a wide variety of business settings, such as...

Admitted to practice law in the State of California in 1999 after graduating from Western State University College of Law in Fullerton, California, with an undergraduate degree in Business Administration (BA) from The Central London Polytechnic, London, England. In 2000, after completing a course in Mediating the Litigated Case at the Pepperdine University School of Law, I served as a volunteer Mediator at the Los Angeles Superior Court. I started practicing law in 2000 and managed to garner valuable and extensive experience in Estate Planning, Real Estate law, Business Contracts, Commercial transactions and Personal Injury cases. My ancillary experience in insurance, real estate,...

After 20 years as an attorney at large law firms and in house with a general contractor, Mr. Julander has the depth and breadth of experience to solve the most complex legal problems, with particular expertise in construction law, appellate practice, insurance coverage and business litigation. From 2008-2021, Mr. Julander served as General Counsel for Advent Companies in San Juan Capistrano, California, a general contractor specializing in the construction of affordable housing. As General Counsel, he was responsible for negotiating and drafting construction and intellectual property contracts, handling the company’s litigation and appeals, and counseling officers on employment issues. Prior...

Keith T. Zimmet is the Managing Shareholder of Lewitt Hackman in Los Angeles; Chair of the Commercial Finance Practice Group, and Co-Chair of the Real Estate Practice Group. His extensive experience in negotiating, structuring and documenting multi-tiered financial agreements for corporate, health care and commercial real estate clients spans state, national and international transactions.

Nathan Heyde is a corporate and transactional attorney on Varner & Brandt's Riverside Corporate & Business Law Team. Nathan practices law in the areas of corporate and business law, business and real estate transactions, mergers & acquisitions, real property, land use and finance. He has advised publicly and privately held businesses in entity formation and dissolution, asset and stock acquisitions, venture financing, real estate acquisitions and intellectual property protection and licensing.

Jason is an Upland, California native and has made his home there as well. He graduated from Trinity Christian College in Palos Heights, Illinois before completing his Juris Doctor at American College of Law in Anaheim, California. Jason started Gaudy Law with nothing more than a small office and fax machine, and a belief in America, hard work pays off like it should. Over the past 19 years, the firm has expanded, and his passion has grown from wanting to practice law in a new way to wanting to revolutionize how all law is done in Southern California. Jason enjoys spending...

Attorney Lee of Law Offices of Lloyd Lee, P.C. provides business and corporate legal counsel to entrepreneurs and representation for personal injury victims. He is a graduate of the Temple James E. Beasley School of Law in Philadelphia, one of the best litigation schools in the nation. Attorney Lee is passionate about advocating for the local community, including serving as the current President-Elect of the Korean American Bar Association of Southern California. He regularly provides pro-bono legal support to disadvantaged members of the community and speaks out on important issues affecting local residents.

When you come to Clayson, Mann, Yaeger & Hansen law firm, you can have confidence in the representation you can receive. A Corona attorney at this law office has dealt with all kinds of employment law and business law issues and is well equipped to come to your assistance today. Attorney Sallie Barnett received her Juris Doctorate from Southern Illinois University, School of Law. Prior to that, she earned her Bachelor of Science degree from Southern Illinois University. She has been BV® Distinguished Peer Review Rated by Martindale-Hubbell® and has the competence and dedication you need at this pivotal time...

The Law Offices of Edward S. Wallace is a litigation and estate planning firm located in Laguna Niguel (South Orange County), California providing high quality, cost effective litigation and estate planning services. Practice areas include estate planning, personal injury, wrongful death, automobile and trucking accidents, premises liability and construction industry legal services. Mr. Wallace has successfully prosecuted and defended high value cases and has obtained excellent results to the satisfaction of his clients. Specialties: Estate Planning; Personal Injury; Wrongful Death, Automobile and Trucking Accidents, Premises Liability, Insurance Coverage Disputes, Insurance Defense, Collections and Construction Industry Legal Services.

Eric is a proven problem solver. He represents individuals, businesses, homeowners, landlords, tenants, contractors, brokers, buyers and sellers in mediations, arbitrations and litigation as well as transactions.

James is a husband of 20+ years and a father to a son who is now a lawyer after passing the October 2020 bar. James happens to be an in-demand lecturer on estate, retirement and business protection. James is licensed as an attorney and practices estate planning, asset protection, tax, real estate and corporate transactions. He has completed several M&A transactions in the $2 to $20 million range. He is author of several books including the widely acclaimed financial book, The 3 Secret Pillars of Wealth. He is Principal of The Burns Firm. James served honorably in the United States...

The Law Offices of Brian Pedigo is passionate about helping people who are victims of others' wrongdoing. Whether the wrongdoer is an individual or a large corporate entity, The Law Offices of Brian Pedigo is willing to fight on behalf of the average Joe. We accept a wide range of civil cases. Call us at (877) BRIAN-1-2 for a free case consultation.

Rachel Nelson is a Los Angeles attorney with experience in litigation, arbitration, and mediation of employment, contract, and business disputes. Ms. Nelson has established herself as a determined and reliable business and employment lawyer. Ms. Nelson represents clients in various employment law disputes, including wage and hour, sexual harassment, racial discrimination, retaliation, and wrongful termination lawsuits. Ms. Nelson helps clients evaluate compliance with state and federal labor laws, minimize exposure, and navigate the legal process in a cost-effective manner. Ms. Nelson also represents clients in business matters, including formation of start-up companies, preparation of contracts, and negotiation of business...

David T. Bartels is an experienced business attorney, representing businesses, and their officers and directors, in government enforcement actions, class actions and complex commercial litigation, as well as transactional and regulatory issues.

His experience includes securities and government enforcement litigation, complex commercial litigation, and intellectual property litigation. Mr. Bartels advises corporate directors and defended individuals, companies, underwriters, financial institutions and accounting firms in shareholder class action and derivative lawsuits, merger and acquisition disputes and in proceedings before the Department of Justice, the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”), the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (“FINRA”) and the Federal Trade Commission (“FTC”). Mr. Bartels...

I am interested, and experienced, in helping individuals and small businesses with debt problems. I have represented different kinds of clients including individuals with no assets but seeking peace from creditors, to individuals who required planning in order to protect their home or other assets from creditors, to small businesses with employees. I am also interested, and experienced, in helping clients who need assistance regarding civil lawsuits, clients who need help in setting up, operating, or closing their small businesses, clients who have suffered personal injuries, and clients who have suffered discrimination because of their religion. I have spent...

More than twenty years of diverse experience as a trial attorney representing and counseling domestic and international clients in a vast array of matters. More than ten years of experience providing arbitration, mediation and other ADR services involving many domestic and international issues. Representation and ADR services have included: REAL ESTATE (purchase/sale, title, easements, financing, mortgage lending:underwriting - securitization, leases, fraud, environmental, receivership, foreclosure, appraisal/valuation); BUSINESS & CORPORATE (purchase and sale, formation: corporation - partnership - joint venture - LLC - LLP, capitalization, equity adjustment, fiduciary duties, D&O liability, executive compensation, internal investigations, fraud, business torts, unfair...

The Leiva Law Firm led by Marlene Leiva is a boutique firm in Los Angeles providing expert legal counsel in all areas of general Business Litigation and Corporate Law. We combine the high level of sophistication of a large firm with the unparalleled client service, individualized attention, and cost-effectiveness of a small firm. We believe that a cookie-cutter approach to the law is never sufficient. We understand that every client – and every legal matter – is unique. Successfully resolving complex cases requires a custom-tailored approach that takes into account clients’ unique legal needs, financial resources, and business objectives. We...

Attorney Davis founded the Law Offices of Terry K. Davis in June 1993 Bar Admissions: Admitted to California Supreme Court U.S. District Court (Central and Eastern Districts), U.S. Court of Appeals, 9th Circuit U.S. Supreme Court Reported cases: Carter v. California Dept. of Veterans Affairs (2006) 38 Cal.4th 914 Professional Affiliations: American Inns of Court, Robert A. Banyard Chapter, Orange County Orange County Bar Association, Labor and Employment Law Section Orange County Trial Lawyers Association, Board of Directors and Past Vice-President, 2010 California Employment Lawyers Association Consumer Attorneys of Los Angeles Education: Juris...

A Los Angeles business lawyer, John B. Marshall is the Chair of the Health Law, and Co-Chair of the Real Estate Practice Groups at Lewitt Hackman in Encino. Mr. Marshall represents clients in all aspects of business transactions and litigation. Mr. Marshall served as general counsel for one of the largest health care districts in California, and has negotiated sales and purchases of hospitals, hospital groups, related equipment and real estate, and associated assets.

Chatow Law is built on a foundation of Mark’s 20 years of business experience as a founder, executive, and CEO of companies across a range of industries including real estate development, technology, wellness, and consumer products.

Mark began his studies at USC Law in 1990, and earned his J.D. in 1993.

1993 – Consumer Products
Between his first and second years of law school, Mark became a founding partner of Roundhouse Products. After graduating from USC, Mark began to work full-time at Roundhouse as VP Sales & Marketing, and helped grow the company from its initial three partners to more than 200 employees,...

Ronald J. Tasoff is a senior partner in Tasoff & Tasoff, one of the oldest “AV” rated (highest Martindale-Hubbell rating) law firms in Los Angeles specializing in immigration law. Ron’s father, Lloyd A. Tasoff, who was a former Immigration Judge, founded the firm in 1948. Ron, a Certified Specialist in Immigration & Nationality Law (State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization) since 1988, specializes in assisting “high tech” and health care professionals, entertainers, and highly-skilled individuals obtain temporary working visas and permanent resident status (“green card” status). Clients include U.S. and multinational companies in the technology, banking, medical and...