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Theodore M. Hankin
Newport Beach, CA Attorney with 48 years of experience
Business, Estate Planning and Probate
University of California College of the Law, San Francisco
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Ardalon Fakhimi
Huntington Beach , CA Lawyer with 24 years of experience
(800) 384-5363
17011 Beach Blvd.,
Suite 900
Huntington Beach , CA 92647
Free ConsultationCannabis Law, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI and Domestic Violence
California Western School of Law and University of Nevada-Las Vegas
Ardalon Fakhimi is a top rated DUI lawyer and criminal defense lawyer and the founder of California Criminal Defense Center. Mr. Fakhimi has offices located throughout Southern California, with a heavy emphasis in Los Angeles and Orange County.
Prior to establishing his own practice, Mr. Fakhimi was staffed as the designated defense attorney in various Southern California courtrooms including felony courts, misdemeanor courts, and domestic violence courts. He has practiced law full-time in each of these areas, exclusively, at different stages of his career.
Currently, much of Ardalon's practice is devoted to DUI defense, Domestic Violence defense, and other...
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Lindsay Altamirano
Torrance, CA Lawyer
21250 Hawthorne Boulevard
Suite 500
Torrance, CA 90503
Free ConsultationEstate Planning
University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law
Lindsay Altamirano is passionate about assisting individuals and families plan for the future and life’s changes, supporting people through sensitive situations, and helping people navigate the law. Lindsay started her career practicing insurance defense litigation, but soon realized that she wanted to have a more direct and positive impact on individuals. After stepping away from insurance defense, Lindsay worked for a non-profit organization in Washington D.C. that advocated for women and girls with disabilities directly to different factions of the federal government and the various relevant bodies of the United Nations.
Although this fulfilled Lindsay’s background in Peace Studies and International...
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Samuel Ford
Torrance, CA Lawyer
Elder, Estate Planning and Probate
University of California, Davis, School of Law
Samuel graduated from Cornell University with a Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy where he also studied the Japanese language. He went on to teach English in Japan for three years, immersing himself in the culture and becoming fluent in the language. Samuel earned his J.D. at the University of California, Davis, School of Law where he received a merit-based scholarship and the Witkin Award for Academic Excellence in the field of International Taxation.
?Samuel’s passion for estate planning has driven his career for the past decade. He has lectured at the California Society of CPA events on transfer tax issues. He...
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Rolando Javellana Tong
Irvine, CA Lawyer with 23 years of experience
Free ConsultationIP and Patents
Loyola Law School
Roland Tong has over a decade of experience in IP litigation and Patent Prosecution. Cases handled by Mr. Tong include patent lawsuits in industries, such as automotive, mobile phones, manufacturing, and printer cartridge remanufacturing. He also represents computer software, gaming device, medical device, and sports equipment companies in obtaining US and foreign patents and trademarks. Passionate about IP law, he has authored various legal articles that have been published in highly respected publications and newsletter.
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Tracy Darlene Neal-Lopez
Irvine, CA Attorney with 29 years of experience
Free ConsultationEmployment, Personal Injury and Workers' Comp
Loyola Law School, Los Angeles
I specialize in employment litigation and handles personal injury law cases.
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Brian D. Mullen
Irvine, CA Lawyer with 17 years of experience
Free ConsultationDivorce, Domestic Violence, Family and Juvenile
California Western School of Law
I am a graduate of the University of California, San Diego and California Western School of Law. After law school, I served as a law clerk to a veteran San Diego attorney whose family law practice deals with primarily heavily contested custody matters before family law and juvenile courts, domestic violence restraining orders, guardianships, complex dissolution of marriage cases involving division of assets and debts, and criminal defense. After passing the Bar Exam, I joined another law group in San Diego for several years. At that firm, I handled straightforward and complex divorce matters from inception to judgment, including motions...
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Robert P. Croissant
Tustin, CA Lawyer
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Juvenile and Traffic Tickets
University of California, Berkeley School of Law
With over 35 years of experience, Robert Croissant provides excellent service for each client. His firm offers 24/7 availability. Contact him today for a free consultation.
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Yury Galperin
Irvine, CA Lawyer with 20 years of experience
Free ConsultationAppeals, Divorce and Family
Pepperdine University School of Law
Yury Galperin is a litigator with over 14 years of experience representing clients. Yury is a partner at Galperin & Hensley LLP and draws on his extensive trial experience to advocate for his clients with the goal of achieving the best result in each case.
Yury accepts free consultations and can be reached at (424) 325-6388.
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Hieu Vu
Tustin, CA Lawyer with 15 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence and White Collar Crime
Pacific Coast University
My practice deals exclusively with criminal law and the penal system. I make it a priority to not take on any cases not involved with the penal system. This means I do not take on car accidents, trust, probate cases or bankruptcy. The body of law should be respected and no area should be taken lightly. I make every effort to return phone calls and give my clients my cell phone number. Results are very important in our line of work. However, it is equally important that the attorney is responsive and return phone calls. Results...
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Stephen F. Dial
Anaheim Hills, CA Lawyer with 45 years of experience
(714) 279-8055
505 S Villa Real Drive
Suite 202
Anaheim Hills, CA 92807
Free ConsultationEmployment, Personal Injury and Workers' Comp
Harvard Law School
I am a Columbia University graduate with a degree in Oriental Studies (Summa Cum Laude) and Harvard Law School alumnus. While at Harvard, I shared my time with a classmate who would later become Chief Justice of the United States Supreme Court.
My international experience includes participation in the official US-China Joint Session on Trade, Investment and Economic Law in Beijing—an event the China Daily described as "the most significant legal exchange in history between China and the United States." This experience contributed to removing obstacles for advancing international trade.
My travels throughout the United States and internationally have shaped me into...
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Francis X. Pray
Newport Beach, CA Lawyer with 47 years of experience
Free ConsultationEmployment
University of San Diego School of Law
I look deeply into a case for its strengths and weaknesses to assess case value. I apply my 25 years of employment law experience to identify meritorious cases for trial. I work hard to move the case to full preparation for trial. I use case management systems to ensure quality and client satisfaction.
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Andrew Owen
Newport Beach, CA Attorney with 14 years of experience
Personal Injury
Southwestern University School of Law
As a personal injury at Panish Shea & Boyle LLP, Andrew specializes in catastrophic injuries, truck accidents, construction accidents, and property negligence. Additionally he devotes a portion of his practice to consumer class actions against businesses.
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Stephanie B. Saunders
Newport Beach, CA Attorney with 20 years of experience
(949) 769-7040
4000 MacArthur Boulevard
East Tower, Suite 600
Newport Beach, CA 92660
Free ConsultationSanta Barbara College of Law
I have extensive experience with litigation and mediation in all areas of Family Law. I am dedicated to providing outstanding advocacy for clients in Los Angeles, Orange, San Bernardino, and Riverside Counties.
I assist clients with both the emotional and legal matters that arise in family situations. With a practical approach, I am committed to a close and interactive client relationship, focused on attaining the best outcomes.
Visit my website for more information. Contact me for a free consultation to discuss how I can assist you with your family law needs.
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Michael John Jeandron
Newport Beach, CA Attorney
(949) 719-6885
5000 Birch Street
10th Floor, West Tower
Newport Beach, CA 92660
Personal Injury
Western State University College of Law
Michael Jeandron is a partner and nationally recognized trial attorney at Roberts Jeandron | Injury Attorneys representing wrongful death and personal injury victims in cases against insurance companies, corporations, and government entities. In trial, Michael brings a record of success to this clients, with victories including many seven figure jury verdicts. In 2018, Michael was named to The National Trial Lawyers top 40 Under 40 list of civil trial lawyers and in 2019 was named the Orange County Trial Lawyers Association Member of the Year. In 2023, Michael was admitted to the American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA), an exclusive...
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Marc Edward Mitzner
Newport Beach, CA Attorney with 29 years of experience
Free ConsultationDivorce and Family
Western State Univ COL
Need a divorce lawyer in Orange County? At The Law Offices of Marc E. Mitzner, you can rest assured of getting the help you need, because Attorney Mitzner is experienced, dedicated, and ready to stand by your side. The firm handles cases ranging from divorce and child custody to legal separations, child support, prenuptial agreements, modifications and much more. Contact the firm today to learn more!
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Eber Nicholas Bayona
Newport Beach, CA Attorney with 19 years of experience
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury
Western State University College of Law
As Litigation Attorney at Sweet James Accident Attorneys, Mr. Eber Nicholas Bayona has helped thousands of injured clients receive the verdicts and settlement they deserve. As a senior trial attorney handling some of the most challenging injury cases, Mr. Bayona believes that it is a privilege to help Sweet James clients and their families get the justice they deserve. He routinely achieves six and seven-figure results for his clients.
If you need an attorney who will be persistently fighting for you, call us today at (800) 500- 5200.
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Ashley Brown
Newport Beach, CA Attorney
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury and Products Liability
University of San Diego
Ms. Ashley Brown takes a very personal approach to winning cases and bringing justice to injured clients and their families. Ms. Brown's clients benefit from her considerable knowledge, unmatched work ethic, and communication skills.
If you are looking for an attorney who will be tenaciously fighting for you, call us today at (800) 500- 5200 for a free and honest consultation.
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Kurt Maahs
Newport Beach, CA Lawyer with 31 years of experience
(800) 500-5200
4220 Von Karman Avenue
Suite 200
Newport Beach, CA 92660
Free ConsultationEmployment, Personal Injury, Products Liability and Workers' Comp
University of Nebraska - Lincoln
Mr. Maahs has tried, arbitrated, and mediated hundreds of cases throughout his career. These cases involve multi-million dollar exposure and significant injuries such as traumatic brain injury, paraplegia and burns. Mr. Maahs’ experience and practice includes automobile liability, premises liability, products liability, professional liability, trucking accidents, workers’ compensation, employment law, insurance, and commercial litigation.
Throughout his career, Mr. Maahs has represented consumers and numerous Fortune 500 companies, including Walgreens, United Technologies, Nationwide, State Farm, Chubb Insurance, Auto-Owners, Hartford, AIG, Johnson and Johnson, Marriott, Phillip Morris, Home Depot and DaVita. With 26 years of extensive experience, Mr. Maahs is committed to...
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William Collins
Irvine, CA Attorney with 11 years of experience
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury
Loyola Law School, Los Angeles
Attorney William Collins, a trial attorney, takes a more serious approach to law. If you are seeking an experienced lawyer for your injury case, contact William today.
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Steve Mehr
Newport Beach, CA Attorney with 20 years of experience
Free ConsultationEmployment, Insurance Claims, Personal Injury and Products Liability
California Southern LS
Managing Partner and Attorney at Steve Mehr Accident Attorneys, Steve Mehr and his team of experienced lawyers have helped thousands of injured families reach Hundreds of Millions of dollars in verdicts and settlements throughout California and Nationwide. His practice extends from personal injury to wrongful death claims, auto and truck accidents, product liability, employment law, insurance claims, and nursing home abuse.
Mr. Mehr's experience in settlements is supplemented with his 15 years of speaking and educating other lawyers on how to run a legal practice. If you are injured in an accident and need a team of attorneys that will...
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Ray Padilla
Torrance, CA Lawyer with 12 years of experience
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury
Thomas Jefferson School of Law
Ray spent years working in prestigious firms handling a multitude of Personal Injury and Employment law cases helping thousands of working class individuals recover compensation denied by their employers. Today, Ray Padilla focuses on helping people injured in car accidents get the treatment and compensation they deserve. Ray Padilla prides himself in keeping his case load small so that he can deliver quality and personal representation to each of his clients who have decided to put their faith in him.
Ray obtained his Bachelor’s degree at Arizona State University, where he earned Dean’s List Honors, before moving to San...
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Jill S. Gregory
Newport Beach, CA Lawyer with 28 years of experience
(949) 514-8842
620 Newport Center Drive
Suite 1100
Newport Beach, CA 92660
Free ConsultationElder, Estate Planning and Probate
Pepperdine University School of Law
Hi, I am Jill Gregory, Attorney & Counselor at Law, and the founder of Jill Gregory Law, a boutique wills, trusts, estate planning and probate law firm based out of Newport Beach, Orange County and Tahoe City, Placer County. With over 25 years of experience working with clients throughout California as a estate planning attorney handling special needs trusts, long-term care planning, elder law, probate, trust administration, asset protection planning as well as business planning, you know you will be in good hands working with us.
I look forward to learning how we can serve you and your family.
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Ryan Patrick Murphy
Irvine, CA Lawyer with 25 years of experience
Ryan Patrick Murphy is a certified family law specialist at Seastrom Tuttle & Murphy.
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Ryan Okabe
Redondo Beach, CA Attorney with 23 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence and Immigration
Loyola Law School, Los Angeles
Ryan T. Okabe is one of the founding members and a general partner in Southern California's premier criminal defense firm of Okabe & Haushalter. His experience with both sides of the adversarial system provides his clients with unparalleled advantages in obtaining the best possible legal defense. Mr. Okabe has successfully tried a wide variety of cases, and his dedication to his clients, attention to detail, and involvement in high-profile cases have made him one of the top criminal defense attorneys in Southern California. Located in Beverly Hills and Redondo Beach, Mr. Okabe handles California and Federal criminal cases.
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A'ja M Simplis
Newport Beach, CA Lawyer
Free ConsultationDivorce and Family
University of Maryland Francis King Carey School of Law
A’ja began her career in the entertainment industry with TV Guide and Lions Gate but soon found her true passion in law. She joined a leading Los Angeles litigation firm, focusing on family law, civil rights, personal injury, and criminal defense. A’ja has been a compassionate advocate for fathers' rights and has represented high-profile clients, including the Estate of Michael Jackson, Keyshawn Johnson, DMX, Keyshia Cole, Freddie Gibbs, Faith Evans, and Christopher Wallace Jr. (the late Notorious B.I.G.'s son).
Her achievements include a $1 million wrongful termination verdict, multiple six-figure settlements, a not-guilty verdict in a murder trial, and successfully handling...
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Edward Lear
Los Angeles, CA Attorney with 38 years of experience
Free ConsultationHealth Care and Real Estate
University of California - Los Angeles
Mr. Lear is a 1983 graduate, cum laude, of Dartmouth College and a 1987 graduate of U.C.L.A. School of Law, where he was a member of the Law Review and the Moot Court Honors Program. He joined Thelen, Marrin, Johnson & Bridges immediately after law school and worked for four years as a "big firm" litigation associate before becoming a Los Angeles-based State Bar prosecutor. For three years, Mr. Lear prosecuted California attorneys, never losing a trial, before co-founding Gerry & Lear in 1994. In 2002, he founded Century Law Group LLP, now a five-attorney litigation boutique firm. In 2014,...
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Ilene Aguilar Ruiz
El Monte, CA Lawyer with 20 years of experience
Divorce, Domestic Violence and Family
Loyola Law School, Los Angeles
I started college at age 17 and graduated from CSU, Los Angeles with honors and Dean's List recognition in 2000. I graduated from Loyola Law School of Los Angeles in May of 2004 and passed the Bar exam in July of 2004. During the last 18 years, I have gained experience with family law and probate cases such as domestic violence, divorce, legal separation, paternity, government child support, step-parent adoption, legal guardianship, conservatorship, spousal property petitions, name change petitions, and grandparent visitation.
I assist the families of the Los Angeles, San Bernardino, Orange and Riverside counties. ...
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Daniel Sallus
Manhattan Beach, CA Attorney with 10 years of experience
Business, Estate Planning, Probate and Real Estate
Thomas Jefferson School of Law
Daniel Sallus is a partner of Stone & Sallus, LLP focusing on business litigation, business and real estate transactions, estate planning, entity formations, and real estate litigation. Born and raised in the Los Angeles area, Daniel obtained his B.S. in Management from the Eller School of Business and a minor in Spanish at the University of Arizona. Previously he worked at a large bank where he interacted with businesses and obtained a deeper understanding of their needs.
While in college, Daniel started investing in real estate where he was able to manage and rent the property to pay for his undergraduate...
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Thomas W Porter
El Segundo, CA Attorney with 15 years of experience
Business, Communications, Employment and Entertainment & Sports
Southwestern Law School
Tommy helps entrepreneurs, startups, and businesses of all kinds build great companies. His goal is to be a team member of your company to provide business and legal strategy in an effective and efficient manner. He serves as outside general counsel and advises clients in many different sectors, including technology, media, entertainment, retail, food and beverage, and outdoor recreation industries, among others. He prides himself on personalized services and building lasting relationships with his clients. He likes to work with teams bold enough to build epic brands, solve big problems, and make a dent in the universe.
Tommy graduated cum laude...
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Paul Martin Vargas
Hermosa Beach, CA Lawyer with 20 years of experience
(323) 696-1891
2447 Pacific Coast Highway Suite 200
Hermosa Beach, CA 90254
Free ConsultationBusiness and Tax
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School and Loyola Law School, Los Angeles
I am a licensed tax attorney with an advanced degree in tax law. I have been practicing for over 16 years. I practice tax planning, international tax planning, estate and gift tax, tax controversy, corporation transactional law, and mergers and acquisitions.
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Albert Lee Crosner
Manhattan Beach, CA Lawyer with 46 years of experience
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury
University of West Los Angeles School of Law
ALBERT LEE CROSNER, ESQ. has been litigating personal injury cases in California for many years. He has been assisting victims of automobile, ATV, motorcycle, truck, pedestrian, and bicycle accidents for many years. He presently represents clients in Los Angeles, San Bernardino, Riverside, San Diego, Ventura and other counties of Southern California. Mr. Crosner is admitted to practice in California and before the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit and the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California. He is active in a number of professional bar associations, including the State Bar of...
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Nicholas J Guiliano
Los Angeles, CA Lawyer with 29 years of experience
Free ConsultationArbitration & Mediation, Securities and Stockbroker Fraud
Temple University Beasley School of Law
We have a national practice and exclusively represent investors in claims against brokerage firms for securities fraud, the sale of unsuitable investments, defective financial products, breach of fiduciary duty, and the failure to supervise. FINRA Securities Arbitrations. We handle all cases on a contingency fee basis meaning that there is no cost or obligation, unless we are able to make a recovery for you, and there is never any charge for a free consultation. Contact Us.
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Joseph ( Joe ) O'Connor
Newport Beach, CA Attorney with 23 years of experience
Free ConsultationBusiness and Construction
Western State University College of Law
Our firm was founded with the intention of providing businesses, large and small, with skillful legal representation tailored to each client’s particular needs and long-term goals. With more than a decade of legal experience, we advance our clients’ interests, anticipate their needs, provide sound legal advice and represent client interests in transactions, disputes and litigation.
We often act as general counsel for many transactions and business clients. We understand your legal needs and the importance of being cost-effective firm. We are committed to offering thorough, comprehensive and creative legal solutions to common and uncommon legal problems. Handling business litigation matters for...
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Judd M. Patton
Torrance, CA Lawyer with 7 years of experience
Free ConsultationIP, Patents and Trademarks
Southwestern University School of Law
Hi, I'm Judd! I am an experienced patent and trademark attorney based in California, serving clients both domestically and internationally. With offices located in both Northern and Southern California, I am able to provide clients throughout the world with personalized and effective legal solutions.
My areas of expertise include patent prosecution, litigation, trademark registration, and disputes. I am committed to staying up-to-date with the latest developments in patent and trademark law and am an active member of the National Association of Patent Practitioners and the Los Angeles Intellectual Property Law Association.
I take pride in helping clients protect their intellectual property assets...
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Jamal S. Mahmood
Anaheim, CA Attorney
Jamal S. Mahmood, the founder of JSM Injury Firm APC, has dedicated his career to helping clients secure millions in compensation through his expertise in personal injury law. As a seasoned personal injury attorney, he has supported hundreds of individuals who have suffered injuries, driven by a mission to provide aggressive, expert legal representation combined with personal attention and a focus on results.
Mr. Mahmood's educational journey began with a B.A. in Philosophy from the University of Oregon, followed by earning his Juris Doctor from Western State College of Law, graduating Magna Cum Laude. He is a respected California State Bar...
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Padideh Seyed Jafari
Newport Beach, CA Attorney with 21 years of experience
(310) 880-4541
620 Newport Center Dr,
Ste 1100
Newport Beach, CA 92603
Divorce, Domestic Violence and Family
Southwestern Univ School of Law and Southwestern University School of Law
Mrs. Jafari is a graduate of Southwestern University School of Law. She received a Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies and minor in Psychology from Loyola Marymount University.
In 2003, Mrs. Jafari began her private practice in Sherman Oaks, California representing clients in all family law matters such as divorce, mediation and collaborative law. By using her background in psychology and law, Mrs. Jafari helps her clients navigate the dissolution process from in-take through settlement in the most competent and compassionate way.
Academic Positions:
-NYU Schack (Assistant Adjunct Professor: Real Estate Law)
-Southern California Institute of Law (Adjunct Professor: Family Law; Community Property)
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Caroline R. Hahn
Tustin, CA Attorney with 21 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence and Juvenile
Chapman University Fowler School of Law and University of California - Los Angeles
Ms. Hahn has been practicing criminal defense for over 16 years. She started as a Deputy Public Defender in Orange County and left after 7 years to start her own practice. She was in solo practice for 6 years, and then worked at the Federal Public Defender's Office. She has returned to private practice and can handle both federal and state criminal cases. Ms. Hahn also handles juvenile delinquency cases. She is one of only a handful of Korean American women who practices private criminal defense in Southern California. She is sharp, fearless, and...
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Kevin Hahn
Tustin, CA Attorney with 21 years of experience
Free ConsultationBankruptcy, Business and Personal Injury
Chapman University Fowler School of Law
Kevin Hahn, a founding partner of Hahn Attorney, LLP, graduated from the University of California at Los Angeles in 1998 with a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science. Mr. Hahn received his Juris Doctorate from Chapman University School of Law in 2003 where he was a two-time recipient of the Provost Academic Scholarship.
In 2002, Mr. Hahn served as a Judicial Extern to the Honorable Robert W. Alberts, United States Bankruptcy Judge for the Central District of California, Santa Ana. Mr. Hahn was admitted to practice law in the State of California in June 2004 and is...
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Eric Blaine Alspaugh
Irvine, CA Attorney with 20 years of experience
Free ConsultationIP and Patents
Univ of San Diego School of Law
Eric works with technology companies to increase revenue and value while reducing risks from employees and operations. Eric is an expert in FDA regulated products with experience in human clinical trials all over the Untied States, Europe and Asia.