Contra Costa County Business Lawyers
Compare 553 top rated California attorneys serving Contra Costa County.
Claimed Lawyer ProfileSocial Media
Christina Weed
Contra Costa County, CA Business Law Lawyer with 15 years of experience
(925) 390-3222
1990 N California Blvd
Suite 1020
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
Business, Estate Planning, Probate and Tax
University of San Diego School of Law and Whittier Law School
Christina Weed understands the complex life demands and goals of her clients. Christina also understands that most of the time it is not possible to completely separate family life from business. Clients need an integrated plan that covers all of their family, business, tax, and estate planning concerns. Christina has dedicated the past thirteen years to the study and practice of law, taxation, business, accounting, and estate planning and uses this knowledge to consult with her clients in business, tax and estate planning matters. Christina is a licensed attorney with an LL.M. in Taxation from the...
Claimed Lawyer ProfileOffers Video ConferencingQ&ASocial Media
Jason M. Horst
Contra Costa County, CA Business Law Lawyer with 17 years of experience
Free ConsultationOffers Video ConferencingVideo ConfBusiness, Arbitration & Mediation, Cannabis Law and Trademarks
University of San Francisco School of Law
Jason Horst is the Managing Partner of Horst Legal Counsel. Jason served for more than a decade as an attorney in large regional and international law firms before founding Horst Legal Counsel, serving the legal needs of businesses and individuals in California.
Jason is an accomplished litigator, having successfully resolved countless disputes for his clients in a wide range of complex litigation matters, including those involving commercial contracts, partnership disputes, trademark infringement, real estate, antitrust, and more. Jason prides himself on the ability to develop and execute creative strategies to efficiently accomplish his clients’ goals.
Jason is also among the...
Claimed Lawyer ProfileSocial Media
Patricia Ann Rowe
Contra Costa County, CA Business Law Attorney with 23 years of experience
Business, Estate Planning, Family and Tax
Golden Gate University School of Law
I am also a Certified Public Accountant and have been doing tax work in the Bay Area for 30 years. I specialize in helping people and businesses pay as few taxes as possible without getting audited.
In the estate planning area I help people preserve their property for their families and pay as few estate taxes as possible. I also am the Probate Doctor who can help fix impossible situations when estates are stuck in the quagmire of California Probate.
Claimed Lawyer ProfileOffers Video ConferencingQ&ASocial MediaResponsive Law
Lubna Khan Jahangiri
10.0 (1 Peer Review)
Free ConsultationOffers Video ConferencingVideo ConfContra Costa County, CA Business Law Attorney with 22 years of experience
Business and Real Estate
Golden Gate Univ School of Law
San Ramon Business & Real Estate Lawyer
Lubna K Jahangiri has been serving the business community of the San Francisco Bay Area for over twelve years. Attorney Jahangiri provides consultation and representation in a variety of transactional business and real property matters including:
Litigation –Represent clients in litigation, trials, arbitrations, mediations, civil writ petitions and appeals related to business, commercial, and real property disputes
Legal Experience
Ms. Jahangiri earned her J.D. (Doctor of Jurisprudence) from Golden Gate University in 2001, from where she graduated at the top of her class. While at law school, Ms. Jahangiri earned the CALI award for writing and research...
Claimed Lawyer ProfileBlawg SearchSocial Media
Michael J. Hassen
Contra Costa County, CA Business Law Lawyer with 37 years of experience
Business, Antitrust and Appeals
University of California, Berkeley School of Law
Michael Hassen's litigation practice spans over 30 years and emphasizes general business and commercial litigation, including class action defense and matters involving intellectual property and unfair competition.
Claimed Lawyer ProfileSocial Media
Edward William Younger IV
Contra Costa County, CA Business Law Lawyer with 12 years of experience
Business and Estate Planning
Concord Law School
I am an estate planning and business law lawyer practicing in East Contra Costa County California. I take pride in providing value minded legal services to area families and businesses.
Claimed Lawyer ProfileSocial Media
John Secrest Richards
Contra Costa County, CA Business Law Lawyer with 17 years of experience
Free ConsultationBusiness, Landlord Tenant and Real Estate
Golden Gate University School of Law
J.R. Richards' practice focuses on developing long term client relationships representing their interests in both transactional matters and in civil litigation. He represents both plaintiffs and defendants primarily in real estate and business disputes and has successfully litigated cases through dispositive motion, trial and settlement in state and federal courts. J.R. prepares each case to achieve a favorable judgment by trial or before trial, and when in the best interest of the client leverages a favorable settlement. Community Involvement: * Coach/Manager for Pre-K/K softball team the Purple Puppies 2016. * Coach/Manager for the Danville...
Claimed Lawyer Profile
Timothy Craig Williams
Contra Costa County, CA Business Law Lawyer with 37 years of experience
(925) 933-9800
1850 Mt. Diablo Blvd., Suite 340
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
Free ConsultationBusiness, Construction, IP and Real Estate
Pepperdine University School of Law
Mr. Williams is the founder of The Williams Firm and has over 21 years of extensive experience in the areas of real estate, construction, business and corporate law. Mr. Williams' practice areas include all aspects of civil litigation and dispute resolution in all courts, government hearings, arbitrations and mediations in the areas of real estate, construction and business law. Mr. Williams also represents and advises clients in business transactions, corporate law, real property transactions, and trademark law.
In real estate matters he has represented owners and developers of residential and commercial properties, including multi-million dollar properties, negotiated sales...
Claimed Lawyer ProfileOffers Video ConferencingSocial Media
Wilson Purves
10.0 (2 Peer Reviews)
Offers Video ConferencingVideo ConfContra Costa County, CA Business Law Lawyer with 20 years of experience
Business and Immigration
University of Buenos Aires School of Law
Wilson Purves's practice focuses on Family-based Immigration, Deportation Defense, and Business Immigration to the United States.
Mr. Purves has significant expertise in advocating for clients facing deportation proceedings nationwide and aiding individuals and families in achieving favorable results in residency, citizenship matters, and humanitarian relief.
Moreover, Mr. Purves leverages his expertise in business immigration to serve a diverse clientele. With a client portfolio ranging from start-ups to industry giants, Mr. Purves brings expertise across diverse sectors including wineries, restaurants, manufacturing, academia, medical, technology, athletics, arts, fashion, artificial intelligence, and entertainment.
Licensed by the California State Bar, Wilson Purves has been recognized...
Claimed Lawyer ProfileOffers Video ConferencingSocial MediaResponsive Law
Hillary Johns
Contra Costa County, CA Business Law Attorney with 30 years of experience
Free ConsultationOffers Video ConferencingVideo ConfBusiness, Employment, Entertainment & Sports and IP
Golden Gate University School of Law
Ms. Johns is a civil trial lawyer who has tried more than one hundred cases to verdict. She is the managing partner for Hillary Johns, Trial Lawyer which maintains offices in Beverly Hills, the Bay Area and New York City. She graduated from Occidental College in 1990 and Golden Gate University School of Law in 1993 where she graduated with Dean’s List and class honors. She is licensed to practice law in California, the California Southern, Central and Northern U.S. Federal District Courts, the District of Columbia, Montana, New York, and the New York Eastern and Southern U.S....
Claimed Lawyer Profile
Zachary Roy Rayo
Contra Costa County, CA Business Law Lawyer with 28 years of experience
(925) 825-1955
Salvio Pacheco Sq. at Todos Santos Plaza
2151 Salvio St., Ste 399
Concord, CA 94520
Business, Elder, Estate Planning and Probate
University of Miami School of Law and University of Hawai'i at Manoa William S. Richardson School of Law
Zachary Rayo brings experience, efficiency and empathy to estate planning. Mr. Rayo’s approach is people-centered. He recognizes that the legal needs and special issues differ from client to client, that each person is unique, with unique needs that must be met with efficiency, active listening and care. Mr. Rayo knows the importance of social responsibility which manifests not only in ethical decisions and practices but also in involvement in socially important causes.
Claimed Lawyer Profile
Jean Claude Bernard Mallein
Contra Costa County, CA Business Law Attorney with 17 years of experience
Business, Estate Planning, Probate and Tax
Golden Gate University School of Law and Golden Gate University School of Law
Jean Claude (JJ) B. Mallein Jr. is an experienced business, tax and trusts and estates attorney. Dedicated to wealth preservation, he has focused his education and practice on helping California residents secure their estates and prepare for the future. As a partner at boutique tax and estate planning firm in the Silicon Valley, Mr. Mallein gained valuable experience in wealth management, estate planning, tax planning, business succession planning, trust and estate administrations, tax controversy, real estate transactions and like-kind exchange cases. He is fully prepared to tackle complex business and estate planning cases. Mr. Mallein is a Dual Certified...
Claimed Lawyer ProfileQ&ASocial Media
Scott Jordan
Contra Costa County, CA Business Law Lawyer with 17 years of experience
Free ConsultationBusiness, Bankruptcy, Estate Planning and Probate
University of Southern California Gould School of Law
I represent individuals and small to medium sized businesses in bankruptcy, foreclosure defense and debt consolidation matters. For individuals, I represent clients in Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy proceedings, including adversary proceedings, including 2nd home mortgage lien stripping, redemption of vehicles and student loan reductions. For businesses, I provide services related to the winding down of a business, board and management consultations and bankruptcy debt consolidation in Chapter 11.
In conjunction with my bankruptcy practice, I also provide estate planning, probate and trust administration representation. The best way to avoid probate is to plan properly by drafting...
Claimed Lawyer ProfileSocial MediaResponsive Law
Melanie Tardell
Contra Costa County, CA Business Law Lawyer with 6 years of experience
Business, Civil Rights, Employment and Health Care
Monterey College of Law
Melanie is a distinguished advocate for those who have been wronged or exploited, earning the moniker "the people's attorney." Her unwavering dedication to justice fuels her tireless representation of individuals from all walks of life—consumers, employees, business owners, private members, and homeowners. If you have suffered harm due to the dishonest or unlawful actions of others, Melanie stands ready to champion your cause to restore what you've lost.
While on a different life and career path, fate stepped in and the legal profession found Melanie. After overcoming her own legal challenges, largely due to an attorney's advocacy, she felt called to...
Claimed Lawyer ProfileSocial Media
Stephen L. Moses
Contra Costa County, CA Business Law Lawyer with 26 years of experience
Business, Arbitration & Mediation and Consumer
Syracuse University College of Law
Stephen offers experienced business and legal counseling to individuals and corporations throughout the Bay Area, including: (1) Business litigation and dispute resolution services involving misappropriation of trade secrets, non-compete/solicitation agreements, mechanics lien and payment bond claims, commercial leases, breach of contract, breach of fiduciary duty, fraudulent misrepresentation and unfair, unlawful or fraudulent business practices (Bus. & Prof. C. sec. 17200); (2) Construction contracting; (3) Intellectual Property licensing and distribution; and (4) E-commerce, website terms of use, privacy policies and data protection and security.
Claimed Lawyer ProfileOffers Video ConferencingSocial Media
Michael S. Biggs
Contra Costa County, CA Business Law Lawyer with 19 years of experience
Offers Video ConferencingVideo ConfBusiness, Administrative, Municipal and Real Estate
University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law
I’ve been an attorney for going on 20 years in the greater bay area of California. When you call me, you will talk to me directly. You won’t get assigned to a paralegal or another attorney.
I have a passion for practicing law and helping my clients to the best of my ability. I like talking to people and getting to the heart of the matter through direct and clear talk.
Claimed Lawyer ProfileSocial Media
Peter Tormey
Contra Costa County, CA Business Law Lawyer with 20 years of experience
Business, IP, Patents and Trademarks
John F. Kennedy University
Mr. Tormey has over 20 years of experience in product development, marketing and intellectual property protection. As a company startup veteran, Mr. Tormey brings a unique perspective on the value of intellectual property to a small and growing business. As such, he also speaks to entrepreneurs and business executives on how to protect and leverage IP assets. Mr. Tormey is the author of the "Startup Guide to Intellectual Property." As a patent attorney, Mr. Tormey has drafted over 100 patent applications covering software, electronics, wireless, radio, mobile applications, encryption and automation controls. Besides intellectual property law, ...
Claimed Lawyer Profile
Peter Alan Mankin
Contra Costa County, CA Business Law Lawyer with 48 years of experience
Business, Arbitration & Mediation and Real Estate
University of San Francisco School of Law
Private Practice in real estate and business law for 40 years. Court and private mediator for 25 years. AV Rated and Northern California Super Lawyer.
Claimed Lawyer ProfileSocial Media
Jon Paul Webster
Contra Costa County, CA Business Law Lawyer with 35 years of experience
Free ConsultationBusiness, Employment and Real Estate
John F. Kennedy School of Law and California State University - Sacramento
I am a former police officer and deputy district attorney in Contra Costa County. I received my Bachelor's Degree from California State University Sacramento and a Juris Doctor from John F. Kennedy University, School of Law.
As principal attorney of this firm, I guide the firm’s staff and manage major cases and matters on behalf of individual and business clients. I have tried numerous cases to verdict and have appeared before the California Court of Appeal, and the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeal.
Our firm practices real estate, labor and employment, and business litigation. Our firm also drafts wills, trust...
Claimed Lawyer ProfileQ&ABlawg SearchSocial Media
Martin Ross Sances
Contra Costa County, CA Business Law Lawyer with 30 years of experience
Business, Construction, Insurance Claims and Securities
Univ of Wisconsin Law School
Areas of Expertise
Business advice and counseling
Contract drafting and review
Corporate structure and transactions
Licensing and regulation
Employment and labor negotiation
Insurance coverage and claims handling
Education
B.A., Colgate University, 1991
Phi Beta Kappa, Magna Cum Laude
J.D., University of Wisconsin Law School, 1994
Martin is an experienced business attorney who facilitates transactions while minimizing the risks and pitfalls facing his clients. Martin takes a “can-do” approach to legal problems that focuses on crafting deals through an integrative and value creating process rather than conflict.
Claimed Lawyer ProfileSocial Media
Len Watkins
Contra Costa County, CA Business Law Attorney with 37 years of experience
Free ConsultationBusiness, Antitrust, Bankruptcy and IP
University of San Francisco School of Law
A resident of Oakland, Len spent much of his legal career with prestigious, top-ranked, San Francisco law firms. Mr. Watkins brings the same level of expertise, and standard of excellence, to his practice in the East Bay. Focusing on consumer bankruptcy and business law, Mr. Watkins’ depth of experience and training include:
A Masters of Business Administration, concentrating on finance, from the University of California, at Davis
A stock brokerage license (inactive) from the National Association of Securities Dealers
A California Real Estate Broker’s license
Previous Experience
Business Attorney
Norris & Norris (now...
Claimed Lawyer ProfileOffers Video ConferencingSocial MediaResponsive Law
Eric Jeffrey Farber
Contra Costa County, CA Business Law Lawyer with 30 years of experience
Offers Video ConferencingVideo ConfBusiness, Entertainment & Sports, IP and Personal Injury
Golden Gate University School of Law
Eric Farber is the Founder of Pacific Workers, the Lawyers for Injured Workers. We represent injured workers in their fight for justice against the insurance companies. With a solid team of well trained, caring and compassionate professionals, it is easy to see why Pacific Workers has garnered numerous awards and accolades but more importantly, over 250 five star reviews from clients.
Claimed Lawyer Profile
David Stanley Pearson
Contra Costa County, CA Business Law Lawyer with 32 years of experience
Business and Real Estate
University of California College of the Law, San Francisco
I primarily represent closely held businesses and their owners. My clients look to me to act as outside general counsel since it is unnecessary for most businesses to have a full time attorney on staff. I work with clients to resolve general business issues, whether it involves drafting and negotiating contracts, general business advice or litigation. I handle general corporate matters, contract drafting and review, merger and acquisition transactions, commercial real estate transactions, estate planning and general civil litigation services.
Recent representative matters include resolution of two wage and hour class actions with one saving the client over $3,000,000; Six...
Claimed Lawyer Profile
John Ward Schilt
Contra Costa County, CA Business Law Attorney with 25 years of experience
Free ConsultationBusiness, Construction, Employment and Personal Injury
Golden Gate Univ School of Law
Claimed Lawyer ProfileSocial Media
Mr. Chris Covington
Contra Costa County, CA Business Law Attorney with 43 years of experience
Business
University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law
Throughout his thirty year career Chris has been focused on assisting key executives in building their businesses, and often on preparing for and subsequently executing their liquidity event, the sale of their company, raising capital, or an IPO. As a consequence, he has developed particular expertise in Corporate and Transactional matters, Mergers and Acquisitions and with providing General Counsel Services to a wide range of business clients.
Chris has represented individual executives, sole proprietorships and Fortune 500 companies. His clients have been both public and privately held, and have included LLCs and limited and general partnerships. Most clients...
Claimed Lawyer ProfileSocial Media
Kathleen Hunt
Contra Costa County, CA Business Law Lawyer with 20 years of experience
Free ConsultationBusiness, Communications, Entertainment & Sports and IP
Hastings College of Law
Claimed Lawyer Profile
James Glassford
Contra Costa County, CA Business Law Attorney with 49 years of experience
Free ConsultationBusiness
Golden Gate University School of Law
I have litigated many contract disputes. I taught the law of contracts at JFK University Law School for ten years. I know contracts from the practical as well as the academic point of view.
Claimed Lawyer ProfileBlawg SearchSocial Media
Howard L. Williams
Contra Costa County, CA Business Law Attorney with 24 years of experience
Business, Criminal, DUI and Domestic Violence
The Ohio State University Michael E. Moritz College of Law and University of San Diego School of Law
Claimed Lawyer Profile
Rhonda Darlene Shelton-Kraeber
Contra Costa County, CA Business Law Lawyer with 33 years of experience
Business and Employment
University of California College of the Law, San Francisco
I have been practicing all aspects of employment law for more than 20 years, including representation of both employers and employees. I assist with all types of employment contracts, wage and hour issues, employment discrimination issues including sexual harassment, employee manuals, workplace safety, wrongful termination, discipline issues, and so on. And when a lawsuit cannot be avoided, I will also handle your litigation needs.
Claimed Lawyer ProfileSocial Media
Jordan Jay Yudien
Contra Costa County, CA Business Law Lawyer with 39 years of experience
Business, Employment and Real Estate
Washington Univ School of Law
When you need an attorney with high-level experience and an aggressive litigation style, then Yudien Law Firm, P.C. is here for you. Located in Walnut Creek while serving the San Francisco Bay Area and the surrounding cities, our firm is dedicated to providing the best legal counsel and representation in a variety of specialties including: business, real estate, and labor law. We believe that you deserve a dedicated and experienced local San Francisco Bay Area lawyer to protect your interests, and we stand firmly in our commitment to professional ethics in each and every case we accept. If you need...
Claimed Lawyer ProfileOffers Video ConferencingResponsive Law
David William Ginn
Contra Costa County, CA Business Law Lawyer with 38 years of experience
Free ConsultationOffers Video ConferencingVideo ConfBusiness, Construction and Real Estate
University of California, Hastings College of the Law
GinnLaw, P.C. emphasizes real property and construction law. We assist clients with construction and real estate matters, including mechanic's liens, stop payment notices, payment bonds, home improvement contracts, construction contracts, payment disputes, defective work claims, delay claims, public works construction claims, private commercial and residential disputes, partition actions, easements, quiet title actions, purchase and sales, disclosures associated with sale of property, leasing, lease disputes, and assistance to small businesses.
David Ginn has been an attorney for over thirty-five years. He is the President of GinnLaw, P.C., a professional corporation. Mr. Ginn is one of the authors of...
Claimed Lawyer Profile
Richard Allen Madsen Jr
Contra Costa County, CA Business Law Lawyer with 34 years of experience
(925) 974-0800
Civic Plaza
1655 North Main Street, Suite 240
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
Business, Criminal, DUI and Insurance Defense
McGeorge School of Law Univ of the Pacific
Criminal Defense and DUI attorney Richard A. Madsen, Jr. (a former Contra Costa County Deputy District Attorney) has represented thousands of first-time offenders who have been arrested or charged with driving under the influence throughout the Bay Area and Northern California. Mr. Madsen's impeccable reputation speaks for itself. Recognized as a highly skilled trial lawyer and negotiator, and well seasoned in the intricacies of the Department of Motor Vehicles, Mr. Madsen works tirelessly to protect his clients' rights and achieve superior results. Mr. Madsen knows the system. For nearly twenty years, Mr. Madsen has utilized his reputation and long-standing relationships...
Claimed Lawyer Profile
John R. Larson
Contra Costa County, CA Business Law Attorney with 13 years of experience
Business, Divorce, Domestic Violence and Family
University of Miami
When it comes to selecting an attorney for your legal matter, you want someone that you can trust. You want an attorney who listens to you and who becomes your teammate. You need a partner who will help you achieve your goals. You need someone that communicates well, that thinks on their feet, and that follows through.
John R. Larson has been helping clients for more than 12 years through legal battles. Helping clients through periods of difficult times and turning lost clients around the corner to open new doors and new prospects for their future. Also knowing how to...
Claimed Lawyer ProfileOffers Video ConferencingSocial Media
Robert Ian Levy
Contra Costa County, CA Business Law Attorney with 25 years of experience
Offers Video ConferencingVideo ConfBusiness and Real Estate
Tulane Univ Law School
Claimed Lawyer ProfileSocial Media
Steven Jeffrey Mehlman
Contra Costa County, CA Business Law Lawyer with 44 years of experience
Free ConsultationBusiness, Animal, Collections and Construction
University of Michigan
Mehlman Law Group is an East Bay (Walnut Creek, CA) real estate, business, and civil litigation law firm. We practice in all San Francisco Bay Area state and federal courts.
I believe all clients should have access to high-quality legal services. Many of my clients see me as their "in-house" counsel or trusted personal legal advisor. For legal advice or representation, contact me at (925) 935-3575 or steven@mehlmanlawgroup.com for a free consultation.
I have thirty years of experience representing small businesses and individuals. I consult with, provide guidance to, and refer clients to other professionals, including real estate and mortgage brokers, accountants,...
Claimed Lawyer Profile
Anthony Albert Ferrigno
Contra Costa County, CA Business Law Attorney with 49 years of experience
Free ConsultationBusiness, Antitrust and IP
Southwestern Univ School of Law
Trial Lawyer Business Litigation Both Defense & Plaintiff Extensive Experience And With Multi-Million Dollar Verdicts; Lawyer Malpractice Cases; Real Estate Law; Wills & Trusts Contests; Class Actions.
Claimed Lawyer Profile
Guy Ellery Louie
Contra Costa County, CA Business Law Lawyer with 32 years of experience
Business, Animal, Appeals and IP
Thomas Jefferson School of Law
Claimed Lawyer ProfileOffers Video ConferencingBlawg SearchSocial Media
Patrick Emmet O'Shaughnessy
Contra Costa County, CA Business Law Attorney with 22 years of experience
Free ConsultationOffers Video ConferencingVideo ConfBusiness, Antitrust and IP
UCLA School of Law
Claimed Lawyer ProfileSocial Media
James Joseph Fishel
Contra Costa County, CA Business Law Lawyer with 34 years of experience
Business, Arbitration & Mediation, Divorce and Family
The University of Florida of College of Law
Claimed Lawyer Profile
William Conrad Vencill
Contra Costa County, CA Business Law Lawyer with 48 years of experience
Business, Arbitration & Mediation, Construction and Real Estate
UC Hastings COL
Business Lawyers in Nearby Cities
Contra Costa County Business Legal Aid & Pro Bono Services
California Lawyers for the Arts
(888) 775-8995
San Francisco, CA
Lawyers' Committee for Civil Rights Legal Services for Entrepreneurs
(415) 543-9444
San Francisco, CA
Show More