Dana Point Lawyers

Brian P. Ballo has been a real estate attorney for 28 years in Orange and San Diego counties. Currently, his practice is focused on representing homeowners in lawsuits against lenders seeking to foreclose, and negotiating loan modifications, forbearance agreements, short sale transaction approvals, and deeds-in-lieu of foreclosure. Brian is skilled in articulating cause of actions against lenders who have violated laws at the time of loan origination and closing, as well as during the foreclosure, loan modification and short sale processes. He has successfully obtained Temporary Restraining...

I practiced for over 20 years as a pension attorney, over 7 years as a divorce attorney and I now specialize in Qualified Domestic Relations Orders. View my website at OCQDRO.COM

Stephen D. Simpson is an associate attorney in Tully Rinckey PLLC’s California office, where he focuses his practice on military law. Prior to joining the firm, he spent nearly eight years on active duty as a Marine Corps judge advocate, focusing on litigation and complex criminal matters. Stephen is uniquely experienced in all aspects of military justice, having served as a prosecutor, defense counsel, as well as victims’ legal counsel. He continues to serve as a Captain in the Marine Corps Reserves. First stationed overseas in Okinawa, Japan, Stephen had the unique experience as a prosecutor, working not only with military...

The Law Office of Chance Oberstein represents people throughout California who’ve been accused of committing crimes by providing an aggressive, results-oriented defense. Mr. Oberstein knows the California criminal justice system, and has both the background and skill to take on tough criminal cases. No matter what type of charge you face, you can count on Chance Oberstein to press for the best possible result through tenacious, tireless advocacy. We specialize in the following areas of law: Sex crimes — Sentences for sexual offenses can carry lifelong consequences. Our law office works to ensure that your side of the story is told...

James Decker is an appellate attorney and founder of Decker Law. Prior to forming his own firm, James was a partner at a boutique real estate and business litigation firm in Orange County, and before then he served as lead attorney for a mid-size firm’s appeal and complex motion practice group. James attended law school at Chapman University School of Law, where he graduated with cum laude distinction. He also served on the Chapman Law Review and earned CALI awards (i.e., top class grade) in several courses. As an attorney, James’s expertise and passion is legal research and writing....

Brittany D. Forrester, Esq., is a Senior Associate at Tully Rinckey PLLC, where she focuses her practice primarily on national security law with experience in federal employment matters. Brittany represents clients who have security clearance issues with agencies such as the FBI, CIA, NSA, DIA, DOD, NRO, NGA, and DOE. She has represented numerous clients in security clearance revocation proceedings and has a proven record of saving clients’ jobs as well as anticipating and resolving potential future issues with their security clearances. Prior to joining Tully Rinckey, Brittany spent more than two years representing clients in security clearance cases and Administrative...

Attorney, therapist, and social worker providing trauma-informed, child-centered litigation services to individuals engaged in high-conflict divorce/child custody disputes. Ms. Wienick served in the United States Army as a military intelligence linguist from 1989-1993. In 1997, she received her undergraduate degrees in political science and Korean studies, magna cum laude, from the University of Washington. She is also a 2000 graduate of the University of California College of the Law at San Francisco, cum laude, and has been a licensed attorney in the state of California since 2000. Ms. Wienick practiced law as a commercial and environmental litigation attorney in Los Angeles...

Zach Wallin is an attorney who is passionate about helping men and women as they face one of the most difficult times of their lives. Mr. Wallin understands that divorce and custody issues are issues which cause extreme stress and anguish in one’s life. His passion is helping his clients understand that they are not alone during this trying time. Mr. Wallin feels that, as difficult as it is to see at the time, the divorce process is an opportunity for you to evaluate all aspects of your life, make intelligent decisions on areas where...

Experienced attorney handling all aspects of personal injury matters. Our office has extensive experience going to trial and handling difficult cases. Unlike some firms, we are not afraid of going to trial and getting fair compensation for our clients. We are fierce advocates for our injured clients and holding those others accountable for their negligence. Call us to learn more about our firm and how we can help.

Beau James Nokes, a founding partner of Nokes & Nokes Law Firm has been in practice in personal injury litigation since 1985. He has particular expertise in the areas of major injury product liability, auto accident and uninsured motorist litigation, premises liability litigation, medical malpractice and mass tort litigation involving medical devices.Mr. Nokes graduated magna cum laude from the University of Utah in 1982 and received his J.D. from the McGeorge School of Law at the University of the Pacific in 1985. He was admitted to the bar of California in 1985 and is also admitted to practice before the...

When you need an expert trial lawyer, look on the top shelf! That's where you will find Wayne Philips Law. Even if trial is not in your future, you have great comfort knowing a first rate trial attorney is in your corner. We practice law like you always wished someone would. Smart. Aggressive. Cost-effective. Wayne Philips personally tried hundreds of cases--as one client succinctly put it, "he doesn't like to lose!" Quality lawyering from a firm that knows how to win cases--that's what we offer. Our priority is to fix your problem as quickly, painlessly, and cost-effectively as...

Shari Elizabeth Nokes is a founding partner of Nokes & Nokes, a Southern California Law Firm, and has 25 years of experience representing plaintiffs in personal injury cases including product liability, mass tort litigation involving breast implants, auto accidents, premises liability suits, and assault actions. She has also represented financial institutions in suits involving major loans and real property. Ms. Nokes graduated with honors from the University of California at Davis in 1982 and received her J.D. from the McGeorge School of Law at the University of the Pacific in 1985. She is a former member of the Board...

Experienced Criminal Defense Attorney representing clients in Laguna Niguel.