Coto de Caza Business Lawyers

Full service law firm handling business, contract, construction, real estate, insurance and labor law and litigation throughout Southern California and Nevada, with extensive experience in civil litigation and the handling of multiple successful trials and arbitrations. Our firm handles all matters for clients aggressively and efficiently, with a clear goal of the bottom line results for its clients.

I am passionate about helping people. I love getting to know my clients and providing them with a positive experience and services that offer real value to their lives.

Your Estate plan is important to you and should fit your life and values, not just a form printed out with your name stuck in it. My estate plans are tailored to you and are of immediate use to help you organize your life with a personalized Grab-and-Go book.

My broad business career in high technology with several Fortune 500 companies gives me a unique perspective and business sense...

More than 40 years, our "HARD HITTING & AGGRESSIVE" Attorneys have Defended our Clients "LIKE FAMILY" in all of the four Orange Courts for both Felony and Misdemeanor Criminal charges as well as Business Law & Litigation matters. Whether fighting for our client's legal rights and freedom or seeking the most advantageous & successful outcome in a Business Law/Litigation matter, we are always in our "CLIENT'S CORNER" fighting for them at the lowest possible costs.

Alexander Kugelman is an attorney concentrating on tax controversies, domestic and international tax compliance, and tax collection defense. Mr. Kugelman counsels and represents individuals, small businesses, and estates.

His experience includes four years of federal government court experience at the U.S. Tax Court and a U.S. District Court. That background blends substantive tax law knowledge with administrative and litigation experience. This unique combination differs from that of an accountant or a general practitioner attorney.

Kugelman Law was created as an alternative to overpriced law firms and disreputable tax resolution companies.

Alexander was motivated to start his firm while working at the U.S. Tax...

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.

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
United States...

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...

Matt’s practice focuses on facilitating innovative change through legal action, and he works with private and public leaders in emerging issues and industries, ranging from internet to cannabis law. Most recently, Matt was one of the lead drafting attorneys on California’s Proposition 64, the successful ballot initiative to decriminalize and regulate cannabis for adult use. Working directly with California Lt. Governor Gavin Newsom and other state leaders to craft the policy structure, Matt directly authored key provisions in the legislation, integrating complex legislative, political and legal considerations into a balanced, comprehensive and historic reform. For over 10...

Mr. Conrad is passionate about assisting clients with family law issues that matter most. Admitted to practice in the state of California in 1995, he has literally seen it all. Mr. Conrad’s expertise in family law includes divorce, child support, property division, and parental rights, which makes him a strong and accomplished player in the field of Orange County family law, and one who is fully committed to treating each party with the utmost respect and discretion.

Mr. Conrad understands time is money; therefore, he is committed to protecting both for each of his valued clients. While distinguished legal counsel always...

Mr. Kushner was born and raised in Long Beach, California. He obtained his undergraduate degree from the University of California at Berkeley where he was inducted into Phi Beta Kappa in his third year, and graduated with High Distinction the following year. Mr. Kushner then attended law school at the University of California at Los Angeles. After moving to Orange County, Mr. Kushner honed his skills at two of Orange County's most respected law firms before striking out on his own.

Mr. Kushner frequently lectures on a variety of topics relating to simple and complex business and corporate matters, as well...

Mahyar Ghassemian, is an accomplished business litigation and construction defense attorney with over 16 years of experience in complex litigation including Business, Construction, General Liability, and Personal Injury law. From defending national construction companies to small businesses, Mahyar offers clients versatile legal expertise they know they can count on. Her master’s degree in physics together with years of business experience in the corporate world form a unique combination that continues to yield successful results. A distinguished entrepreneurial figure within the community as well, Mahyar bears an array of high-ranking positions within preeminent business and legal organizations. She has...

Griffin Schindler, Esq., associate attorney at Jafari Law Group, practices in the areas of intellectual property and employment law. He is an Eagle Scout who graduated from Loyola Marymount University in Los Angeles, California, with a Bachelor of Science in Biology. While pursuing his undergraduate degree, Griffin was actively involved with the on-campus organization Sursum Corda whose focus was to help better society through service.

Following his undergraduate education, Griffin received his J.D. from Chapman University Dale E. Fowler School of Law in Orange, California. During law school, Griffin spent two and a half years as the research assistant for his...

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...

Luke Carlson always had an interest in business, real estate, and the protection of wealth. During his collegiate career, he realized law was the best way to immerse himself in these verticals. Today, as owner of LS Carlson Law, he and his team of attorneys service clients with their business, real estate, and estate planning needs. By nature, he is a strategist and loves analyzing a situation to determine the best solution to a client’s issue. Carlson understands that the practice of law provides endless opportunities to engage in strategic thinking. Whether it be against an opponent in litigation, which...

Vince's experience spans over a decade working in several areas of the legal profession ranging from both the plaintiff's and defense's side of personal injury and insurance litigation, to residential and commercial real estate, and business litigation. Vince earned his Bachelor's degree from Long Beach State in 2001 and his Juris Doctor from Chapman University School of Law in 2005.

John Michael Montevideo became a trial attorney to help people. He dedicates his practice to sharing his clients’ stories and bringing them justice for the wrongs committed against them. He is Founder and Senior Trial Attorney of Montevideo Law, PC.

After earning his degree in Business Management and Marketing from Loyola Marymount University, John Michael dedicated a year of service to the Jesuit Volunteer Corps (JVC) in Houston, TX. He served full-time with Vita Living, Inc., a non-profit working with those with mental and physical developmental disabilities. It was during this time of service that he became inspired to pursue his...

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.

Corbett H. Williams represents clients in business, employment and personal injury matters. Trained by the best in the business, he began his legal career at the international law firm, Jones Day, where he practiced for more than half a decade. Mr. Williams received his law degree from Loyola Law School, Los Angeles, where he graduated in the top 3% percent of his class. Mr. Williams has and continues to obtain excellent results for clients.

An innovative, service oriented and knowledgeable attorney with 26 years of experience committed to providing quality and affordable legal services for individuals, start-ups and small and large companies. Providing general counsel services for individuals and businesses in entertainment, media, music, technology, commercial production, education, and marketing. Assisting in all areas of production- from concept through development to distribution, trademark registration, protection and disputes, and intellectual property licensing. Exceptional contract review, analysis, drafting and negotiation skills. Effective negotiator and mediator in related matters. Also represents clients in family immigration matters (green card, permanent resident, VAWA, DACA, fiance' visas, consular processing, citizenship)...

We are multifaceted south Orange County law firm that handles collections issues (regarding creditors and debtors), issues with real estate brokers, agents and loan representatives and actions by and against contractors and home owners and wide variety of breach of contract actions. We also handle foreclosures and disputes against real estate agents and mortgage brokers. We accept Visa, MasterCard, American Express and Discover credit cards. FREE TELEPHONE CONSULTATION. We specialize in personal and business collections, foreclosure, breach of contract actions and actions against real estate and loan companies and their agents. We represent both debtors and...

Nearly 30 years of litigation experience in state and federal courts. Specialize in representing small and mid-size businesses in variety of commercial disputes.

David Blain is a general civil litigation attorney. His pracitce primarily concerns general liability issues in personal injury and business litigation. He has represented numerous individuals in their claims against insurance companies, pharmaceutical drug manufacturers and governmental entities. He has also handled landlord-tenant disputes. Mr. Blain's objective is to efficiently and ethically resolve his cients' disputes while maintaining or restoring their trust in the justice system and in attorneys. If you wish to speak with Mr. Blain you can reach him at (949) 412-3654.

Joshua A. Smisko was born in Valencia, California. He attended the University of California, Irvine, graduating with a Bachelor of Arts. Mr. Smisko received his Juris Doctorate degree from Whittier Law School where he was a member of the Entertainment and Sports Law Society and a contributor to their quarterly newsletter and he also obtained a certificate in Intellectual Property. Mr. Smisko previously worked for a National Law Firm representing Banks, Mortgage Loan Lenders, Mortgage Loan Servicers and Foreclosure Trustees dealing with Wrongful Foreclosure claims, Fair Credit Reporting Act claims, Fair Debt Collection Practices Act claims, Evictions, and Bankruptcy...

For over 20 years Frank A. Bayr, Esq. has aggressively protected the rights of clients in products liability, employment, personal injury, construction and business claims valued at over $100 million. His clients have included large corporations, small family-owned businesses and individuals. He has significant construction law experience, developing close working relationships with some of the nation’s top construction industry experts. Since 1996, he has utilized his expertise to provide his clients with the very best in legal representation.

Kevin K. Hull is an experienced securities lawyer who benefits clients with his multifaceted background from multiple positions in the securities industry, regulation and law since 1988. Prior to reentering private practice, Mr. Hull was the CEO of Grubb & Ellis Securities, Inc., a position he held for nearly six years. Responsible for all aspects of the firm, including compliance, accounting, national accounts and sales management, Mr. Hull was successful in managing the structure and operations of the firm to be in line with current regulatory expectations while achieving sales during his tenure of approximately $3.4 billion across multiple product...

Mr. Carucci was born and raised in San Diego, California. He obtained his undergraduate degree from the University of San Diego where he graduated from the Honors program with a degree in Business Administration. Mr. Carucci then attended law school at Georgetown University Law Center in Washington D.C. During law school, Mr. Carucci interned for the Honorable Frederick H. Bysshe of the Ventura County Superior Court and externed with the Department of Justice in their Fraud Department. At Georgetown, Mr. Carucci was also a Senior Articles Editor on the American Criminal Law Review and a member of the Alternative Dispute Resolution...

Trial and Appellate Lawyer with 27 years of experience in handling large loss/high exposure, complex civil claims in insurance defense, insurance subrogation, business, construction, commercial, intellectual property, labor and employment matters, and estate litigation. Before founding Armstrong Law Group in 2021, John Armstrong was a founding partner of Horwitz, Cron & Armstrong, LLP, and was an equity partner with Murtaugh Meyer Nelson & Treglia, LLP (2001-2010). Before that, John was associated with prestigious insurance defense law firms, namely Mower, Koeller, Nebeker, Carlson & Haluck, LLP (1998-2001) and Demler, Armstrong & Rowland, LLP (1996-1998). John was graduated in the top of his class...

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