Tecopa Lawyers

Court Admissions:

United States District Court, Central District of California, May 30, 2007
United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit, October 26, 2009
United States District Court, Southern District of California, November 16, 2009
United States Tax Court, November 19, 2009
United States Court of Appeals for the Armed Forces, January 10, 2010
United States District Court, Eastern District of California, June 3, 2010
United States Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims, July 13, 2010
United States Court of International Trade, January 2, 2014
United States Court of Appeals For The Federal Circuit, June 30, 2015
United States Navy-Marine Corps Court of Criminal Appeals, May 3, 2017
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DISMISSALS. ACQUITTALS. CHARGE REDUCTIONS. MILLIONS RECOVERED. Named a Top California Criminal Defense and Civil Rights Attorney, Mr. Sterling is an accomplished trial lawyer with an extensive track record of winning in both federal and state court. In addition to defending his clients in criminal court, Mr. Sterling has also recovered millions of dollars for his clients who have been victimized and unlawfully targeted by law enforcement.

The Law Offices of Justin E. Sterling is a top-rated law firm committed to the exclusive practice of criminal trial defense and civil rights litigation. The firm brings high-end and aggressive representation to...

As the managing attorney at the Center for Mediated Divorce, Irvine lawyer Judy Williams compassionately helps people resolve their issues in a divorce without having to go to court. Since 1996, she has been practicing as an attorney. Ms. Williams previously served as president and board member of the Orange County Women Lawyers Association. For a number of years, she was a Panel Attorney for the Orange County Juvenile Dependency Court. Attorney Williams presently maintains a 9.4 Superb Avvo Rating. Contact her firm today to arrange for a consultation.

My journey as an estate planning attorney was driven by my desire to assist families. The complexities and intimidation of the legal system can be overwhelming, but I firmly believe it doesn't have to be that way. My approach involves communicating in plain English, ensuring that you fully comprehend your options, and aiding you in making informed and astute decisions. Through effective planning, we can circumvent future headaches and expenses while securing a lasting legacy for your family's well-being, even beyond your lifetime. My commitment lies in providing personalized attention to each client, offering one-on-one counseling, and maintaining open and responsive...

Michael Dallo, CPA, JD, LL.M., the founder of Dallo Law Group in San Diego, California, is both a tax attorney and certified public accountant (CPA). Unlike most tax attorneys who usually only have a J.D., the basic law degree, he also holds a masters of law degrees (LL.M.) in tax, is a Certified Tax Law Specialist, and is an adjunct professor of taxation in the Masters of Tax program at the University of San Diego. His dual background in both law and accounting, his dedication to the tax profession, his passion to educate in tax, and his persistence in the...

Tina has dissolved Gehres Law Group to focus on building a NFP organization, YesHope.org. She is no longer taking clients. Thank you for your patronage.

Tamara S. Freeze is highly experienced in employment litigation, taking her cases to trial and obtaining multi-million dollar verdicts. Before opening her own practice, she worked for several big law firms in San Francisco, Los Angeles and Orange County. Ms. Freeze is comfortable litigating cases and representing clients throughout California. Ms. Freeze has substantial experience representing clients in discrimination and harassment disputes, wrongful discharge, breach of contract, and for unpaid compensation and benefits. She has experience vigorously defending employee rights, educating drafting employment and settlement agreements, independently supervising cases, calculating settlement ranges and managing litigation. As part of her practice, Ms....

California Attorney David L. Crockett has been providing comprehensive legal representation for over 40 years in the areas of Trust and Estate Litigation, Trust and Probate Administration, and Estate Planning including preparation of Wills and Trusts. As these areas all overlap, his experience with the courts and litigation has given him unique insight in the preparation of wills and trusts. Mr. Crockett is dedicated to the careful preparation of documents to meet the specific needs of his clients.

As a Licensed Certified Public Accountant and Real Estate Broker, Mr. Crockett prepares all types of estate, trust and real estate documents including...

I bring a wealth of experience in representing clients in litigation and arbitration matters before FINRA and in state and federal courts. As a seasoned attorney, I have represented customers against every major broker-dealer in the industry, providing robust representation in FINRA arbitration cases. My extensive background as lead counsel in FINRA evidentiary hearings underscores my formidable trial experience and commitment to my clients' success. My unique perspective and understanding of the securities industry set me apart from other attorneys. After earning my Bachelor of Science in Finance from the University of Southern California, I began my career at Shearson Lehman...

Mr. Blevins is a graduate of the University of Arizona, James E. Rogers College of Law (JD, 2007) and the University of California, Santa Barbara (BA, 2002).

Mr. Blevins has over a decade of legal experience providing estate planning services to families and strategic business counsel to small corporations and Fortune 500 companies. Mr. Blevins' unique background of serving as both corporate in-house counsel for various corporations and as a private litigation counsel makes him uniquely poised to quickly and effectively resolve your legal needs. Our clients include individuals, families, start-ups, small businesses and Fortune 500 companies.

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Orange County personal injury attorney Frank Nicholas has been representing clients and assisting them in protecting their legal rights for more than thirty five years. Attorney Nicholas has dedicated his Orange County California law firm to the practice of personal injury law and providing the victims of auto accidents, wrongful death and catastrophic injury with exceptional legal advice and representation. Mr. Nicholas enables his clients to put their lives back in order and receive the compensation they deserve.

Attorney Frank Nicholas is AV Peer Review rated by Martindale-Hubbell - which is the highest rating for professional integrity and excellence awarded to...

Jason K. Smith is one of the founding shareholders of MK Smith, APC. He has been admitted to practice in state and federal courts of both California and Utah. Mr. Smith focuses his practice in civil litigation and has successfully represented clients in matters involving business litigation, construction litigation, patent litigation, contract disputes, employment issues, false advertising, unfair business practices, personal injury, medical malpractice, family law, education law, and special education law.

Mr. Smith obtained his Bachelors degree in Political Science from the University of Utah, graduating Cum Laude in 2008. In 2011, he received his Juris Doctorate degree from the...

CPA AND TAX ATTORNEY ON YOUR SIDE Jayson Aquino "Atty Jay" can do both. There are some tax attorneys do not have an adequate background in accounting and lack the proficiency to thoroughly offer bookkeeping services. Alternately, certain certified public accountants (CPAs) may not be familiar with how to resolve a person’s unpaid back taxes, tax lien or tax levy. As a CPA and licensed tax attorney, Jayson has helped individuals and businesses throughout Huntington Beach and Orange County with a wide range of tax matters. Jayson takes pride in offering affordable rates. Many clients have found that his rates are competitive and even...

Mary Ellen Waller is a director, shareholder, and general counsel of Feinberg & Waller, APC. Ms. Waller is not available for individual client retention, her focus is on the management of Feinberg & Waller, a law firm practicing exclusively in divorce and family law with offices located in Calabasas and Beverly Hills, California. Ms. Waller has helped lead the firm to become one of Southern California's premier family law firms, serving clients in all aspects of family law, including highly complex family law litigation. Clients receive increased value and benefit from her role, they are not charged for the expertise...

Colleen is a California partition attorney who assists her clients in ending co-ownership disputes. Colleen is a native Southern Californian who attended Northern Arizona University and went on to earn her Juris Doctorate from California Southern Law School in Riverside, California. She currently handles partition actions throughout the state of California. Since her admission to the State Bar of California in 2016, Colleen has excelled in representing clients in both civil litigation and family law matters. She now devotes the majority of her practice to partition law, where she assists her clients in selling jointly owned property. Colleen effectively advocates for her clients’...

Jonathan T. Little is an attorney with Minyard Morris family law firm in Newport Beach, California. He is a Certified Specialist in Family Law by The State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization. Mr. Little has more than 17 years of legal experience, and he provides outstanding representation, advice and support to clients throughout Orange County who are going through a divorce or other family law issues. "One must love what they do to truly excel at it! Passion is key. As a divorce lawyer, I love what I do because I get the incredible opportunity to work alongside people to...

Scott Talkov is the Founder and Managing Partner of Talkov Law, a firm specializing in real estate partition actions and litigation throughout California. Scott has been named a Rising Star by Super Lawyers magazine for nine consecutive years from 2013 to 2021. He has been quoted by the Real Deal Los Angeles, is listed in the U.S. News Lawyer Directory powered by Best Lawyers, and is a Member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum. Scott founded the firm after serving as a partner at a California law firm. Scott was twice elected as President of a Barristers' (young attorney) association in California. Scott...

I am Marc Lazarus, a Russell & Lazarus APC partner, and a recognized personal injury attorney. I have pioneered video technology, custom computer animation, medical education resources, and the insertion of medical films to present my client stories to juries effectively. This innovative approach has led me to win thousands of personal injury cases across Southern California. I focus on cases that involve traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, shoulder injuries, wrist and hand injuries, knee injuries, and ankle injuries. My experience with these types of injuries greatly benefits my personal injury clients. I am dedicated to continually advancing my education to...

I bring a rich and diverse skill set to the legal field, covering various practice areas such as Personal Injury, Abuse and Neglect, and Medical Malpractice. My unique combination of legal knowledge and medical understanding distinguishes me, supported by licenses from the California State Bar and the Board of Registered Nursing. My educational background demonstrates a commitment to high standards, as I hold a Juris Doctor with a Children's & Family Certificate from JFKU, School of Law. Additionally, I have an MSN/BSN from CSU, Dominguez Hills, which provides a deep grasp of medical details vital in areas like Personal Injury and...

Jonathan Dennis was born and raised in Los Angeles, California (Oakwood HS in North Hollywood). Mr. Dennis obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Finance from the University of Southern California in 1999. In 2006, Mr. Dennis obtained his Juris Doctorate degree from Loyola Law School, Los Angeles. Mr. Dennis was admitted to the State of California Bar in 2007. Mr. Dennis also has been admitted to practice law before the United States District Court for the Central District California. Mr. Dennis’ practice emphasizes both prosecuting and defending a wide range of federal and state civil litigation...

Partner David G. Jones has substantial experience in providing advice on labor and employment issues to both employers and employees. Mr. Jones is also well versed in employment litigation, having handled cases, among many others, concerning discrimination, sexual harassment, benefits issues, and retaliation. In the past, Mr. Jones has represented entities such as City and County of Los Angeles and Wal-Mart in employment related matters. Mr. Jones has drafted, reviewed and negotiated hundreds of employment and severance agreements for employers and employees at all levels, from large companies to small, and executives to rank and file employees. ...

I bring a unique approach to business matters and complex business litigation through my years of hands on personal experience in the business of construction and other business ventures. This experience allows me to advise business clients about real world problems and the solutions that really work in today's business climate. Timely settlement of business litigation and other legal problems will further the businesses goals and work to rid the business of wasted time and money. Documenting the actions that resulted in these legal problems will work to make the business more profitable and knowledgeable in the...

Alphonse focuses on providing excellent client service and aggressive advocacy to clients in Family Law matters. Alphonse is a Certified Specialist in Family Law (CFLS) by the California State Bar Board of Legal Specialization.

Alphonse graduated with a B.A. in Rhetoric with Honors and English Literature from U.C. Berkeley, where he gave the Commencement Address for the Rhetoric Department. He also received the honor of Distinction in General Scholarship. He graduated with a J.D. from U.C. Hastings in San Francisco with a concentration in Civil Litigation and was awarded for the best student in Trial Advocacy II by the CACI Institute.

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ABBAS HADJIAN, https://abbashadjian.com/ is a nationally recognized California Certified Family Law Specialist (CFLS). He is Fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (AAML) and the International Academy of Family Lawyers (IAFL). Mr. Hadjian is a bi-lingual (Farsi & English) expert in Mahr, Iranian Civil Law, Family Law and Procedure, and legal documents, who has testified in Federal and State Courts on these topics. In addition to providing expert testimony on Iranian family law and dowry / mahr, Mr. Hadjian’s law practice is limited to litigation of complicated Family Law issues, and private or Court assigned mediation. Mr. Hadjian...

Silverthorne Attorneys is a personal injury law firm in Orange County headed by Ian Silverthorne. Our top priority and focus is on the people we represent. Our mission is to provide our clients with the best service possible. We work one-on-one with our clients and believe that their needs and requests come first.

Mr. Silverthorne has dedicated his career to personal injury law, and has handled numerous cases throughout Orange County and Southern California. We have offices in Orange County, San Bernardino County, Riverside County and Los Angeles to serve our community.

If you or a family member has been injured...

Salar Atrizadeh, Esq. is licensed to practice in the State of California, District of Columbia, and the United States District and Bankruptcy Courts. He has an extensive background in technology and holds a bachelor's of science degree in computer information systems with a minor in database management systems. Mr. Atrizadeh has litigated legal actions in state and federal courts over the course of many years. He has conducted seminars regarding artificial intelligence, augmented/virtual reality, privacy, cloud computing, cybersecurity, crowdfunding, cyberpiracy, cyberespionage, data protection, digital currencies, e-commerce transactions, electronic discovery, internet of things, online security, online sales tax laws, wire fraud, and...

With exceptional experience in securities dealings and business, I am a corporate and transactional attorney focused on helping business owners succeed. My professional journey encompasses significant roles on both the lender/underwriter side and the company side, allowing me to navigate complex legal landscapes effectively. I provide legal guidance on every aspect of starting, maintaining, and expanding a business. My clients include small startups with ambitious goals to established companies with global headquarters. I also dedicate part of my time to academia as an adjunct professor of securities regulation at Whittier Law School in Costa Mesa, California, where I teach on Monday...

Orange County personal injury lawyer Aria Miran has successfully settled hundreds of personal injury claims since being admitted to the California State Bar in 2012. He focuses his practice on handling serious personal injury matters, including car accidents, truck accidents, motorcycle accidents, dog bites, and slip and fall cases. Attorney Miran also devotes his practice to holding large insurance companies responsible for bad faith insurance claims. Combining personal experience with an in-depth knowledge of the law, Aria is dedicated, aggressive, and caring. He has been recognized by top legal organizations, such as Super Lawyers, for his client service. In addition,...

Margaret A. Sedy is an attorney at Law Office of Margaret A. Sedy and represents clients in Business Litigation, Business Disputes, Corporate Formation, Contract Drafting and Negotiation, Technology, Internet and Privacy Law, and Regulatory Compliance Margaret Sedy also counsels and represents businesses regarding Employment Litigation, Employment and Labor Law compliance, including wage and hour, wrongful termination and discrimination claims. Margaret Sedy was awarded the Rising Stars designation in 2021, 2022 and 2023 by Super Lawyers, a distinction only awarded to 2.5 percent of top-rated practicing attorneys selected through extensive evaluation. Margaret Sedy graduated in the Top 10% of her class...

I was inspired to become a lawyer after my family experienced work-place violence first-hand, which left us and the other victims with minimal legal remedies. Even though the desire to figure out why my family could not be helped didn't transpire into my practice area, the personal nature of my "why I became a lawyer" impacts how I work with clients dreaming of starting a business, running an established business, or buying and handling real estate on a daily basis. I'm also a Detroit area native who made the cross-country drive to Southern California four days after graduating law school. Early...

I have been practicing law since 1985, but my work in the personal injury field began in 1982, when I held law clerk positions at two of the top personal injury firms in the country. One of those firms specialized in insurance defense law, where I gained valuable insight into how insurance defense attorneys strategize, attack, and settle injury victim claims. The experience I gained on the defense side of litigated claims not only taught me how to anticipate and counter insurance defense tactics but also inspired my passion for fighting for the rights of innocent injured victims against the...

I am a passionate California attorney with expertise in Personal Injury, Vehicle Accidents and Wrongful Death matters. I provide aggressive representation for clients throughout the state.

Handling injury claims since 1976, I have been involved in the recovery of over 100 million in compensation. With extensive experience, I am dedicated to fighting for the rights of my clients. I keep my clients fully informed as we pursue the best possible results.

Outside of work, I am an avid volunteer for community groups including coaching for Little League baseball, basketball, and soccer. Additionally, I am a proud Eagle Scout.

For over 20 years, James D. Pacitti, the founder and managing attorney, has aggressively represented and assisted thousands of clients in entertainment, intellectual property and business matters and in state and federal litigation. James D. Pacitti has been practicing law since graduating from Fordham University School of Law in New York City in 1995 and is licensed to practice in California, Florida, New York and Pennsylvania. Born and raised in Philadelphia, James went to college at Northeastern University in Boston, graduating cum laude. After graduating law school, James practiced in his hometown for three years prior to relocating to Florida where...

The principal of Steinberg Law has twice presented cases to the United States Supreme Court! According to Reuters, Keven Steinberg can be considered an “Elite of the Elite” merely because of this great accomplishment. Lawyers dream of presenting cases to the United States Supreme Court. For over 200 years, only a small handful of lawyers have made it that far. There are even fewer clients who can say their own lawyer is an attorney who has been before the United States Supreme Court. Indeed Mr. Steinberg’s cases which have been presented to the United States Supreme Court now appear in law...

A tough, fearless and savvy federal criminal defense attorney since 1970. Forged in the trenches of the largest U.S. District Court in the U.S. – Los Angeles, California. Hardened by the toughest federal judges, Nixon appointees. Unrivaled credentials. 44 years of daily fighting against U.S. Attorneys. Recognized legal scholar with federal trial and appellate expertise. Proven by experience to be “par excellence” by judges, prosecutors and attorneys through Martindale-Hubbell's ratings and 35 published opinions in successful appeals. Joseph Shemaria graduated from U.C.L.A. Law School in 1969 with the most prestigious academic honors. He was a Senior Editor of the...

As a Business Lawyer for Entrepreneurs, I help entrepreneurs start their U.S. business without dealing with complicated government forms.

In 2013, I took the leap to start a virtual law firm right after law school so I could help entrepreneurs start their business and so that I could work online from anywhere in the world at the same time (...best decision I've EVER made).

Since then, I’ve assisted more than 3,000 entrepreneurs start their business and I'm the only lawyer with more than 1,000 5-Star Google Reviews (highest in the nation) from clients who love my quick and streamlined online service.

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For nearly 40 years, John Murphy has provided skilled and successful representation for eminent domain, inverse condemnation and other complex jury trial matters. He has a state-wide and national reputation representing public agencies, corporations, and landowners.

Mr. Murphy has been recognized by numerous organizations, including the Los Angeles Times, Southern California Super Lawyers, and Orange Coast Magazine. In 2012, he was honored as honored as Orange County Litigation, Real Estate Lawyer of The Year. Additionally, Mr. Murphy was elected a Fellow of the American Bar Association, and has received an AV-Preeminent Rating, the highest possible, by Martindale Hubbell for...

Jennifer R. Posey was admitted to the California Bar in 1991 graduating Magna Cum Laude and Salutorian from American College of Law with her Juris Doctorate in Law. Ms. Posey was also admitted to U.S. District Court, Central District of California. Previously a professor of Appellate Advocacy and Evidence, Ms. Posey has been practicing in Family Law litigation, Child Custody, Child Support, Spousal Support, Dissolution, Property Divisions and related family law matters for over 20 years. As a member of her legal community, Ms. Posey has served on the Orange County Superior Court Panel for Minor's Counsel....

My practice encompasses a wide variety of tax matters for businesses and individuals including partnership, corporate and individual taxation issues, international tax planning, entity formation, and mergers and acquisitions. I have represented clients in the real estate, entertainment, and healthcare industries. I structure transactions to optimize tax results, including tax-deferred Section 1031 real property exchanges. I draft and negotiate partnership and limited liability company operating agreements, and other contracts relating to the formation, sale, merger, acquisition, and liquidation of companies. I also handle executive compensation matters, including non-qualified deferred compensation plan and stock...

Haleh Shekarchian has successfully represented thousands of clients in the areas of Personal Injury and Work-Related Injuries since 1993. Haleh Shekarchian is renowned for her expertise in settling and litigating a wide range of claims, including personal injury, automobile and motorcycle accidents, products liability, wrongful death, and slip and fall, and is well respected by defense attorneys, judges, and insurance companies in Los Angeles and neighboring counties for her integrity and compassionate representation of her clients. Her clients are confident they will receive the highest level of service and maximum protection possible under the California laws. Personal injury and work-related injuries...