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John Secrest Richards
Contra Costa County, CA Real Estate Law Lawyer with 14 years of experience
Free ConsultationReal Estate, Business and Landlord Tenant
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...
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Andrew John Chan
Contra Costa County, CA Real Estate Law Attorney with 12 years of experience
Real Estate, Construction, IP and Insurance Defense
University of Miami School of Law
Andrew is a senior counsel in the Oakland/East Bay office of Ericksen Arbuthnot and co-chair of the firm's Appellate Practice Group. He is AV® Peer Review Rated by Martindale-Hubbell and has been selected as a Northern California Super Lawyers Rising Star by Thomson Reuters. Andrew has extensive litigation experience representing individual and institutional clients in state and federal court. His areas of practice include insurance coverage and defense, intellectual property, personal injury, professional liability, real estate, and other commercial issues.
Andrew has B.A. degrees in Cognitive Science and History, and a minor in Philosophy, from the...
![Steven Willock]( "Steven Willock")
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Steven Willock
10.0 
(1 Peer Review)
(925) 979-8744
3717 Mt. Diablo Boulevard
Suite 200
Lafayette, CA 94549
Offers Video ConferencingVideo ConfContra Costa County, CA Real Estate Law Attorney with 22 years of experience
Real Estate, Business and Estate Planning
University of California, Davis, School of Law
Steve Willock is a transactional attorney with over 20 years of experience successfully representing a wide array of real estate and business clients.
Although the principal focus of Steve’s practice is on real estate transactional matters, over the course of his career, Steve has been honored to serve as ongoing general counsel (both in-house and as outside counsel) to a variety of business clients, real estate developers, municipalities, regional businesses, and Fortune 500 companies. In this role, Steve served as trusted legal advisor and the first point of contact whenever any new legal issue arises. As a...
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Lubna Khan Jahangiri
10.0 (1 Peer Review)
Free ConsultationOffers Video ConferencingVideo ConfContra Costa County, CA Real Estate Law Attorney with 20 years of experience
Real Estate and Business
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...
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Jon Paul Webster
Contra Costa County, CA Real Estate Law Lawyer with 33 years of experience
Free ConsultationReal Estate, Business and Employment
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 later went on to law school at John F. Kennedy University. As principal attorney, 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 primarily focuses on business litigation with a strong concentration of assisting small businesses with wage and hour claims. Other...
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Timothy Craig Williams
Contra Costa County, CA Real Estate Law Lawyer with 35 years of experience
(925) 933-9800
1850 Mt. Diablo Blvd., Suite 340
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
Free ConsultationReal Estate, Business, Construction and IP
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...
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Peter Alan Mankin
Contra Costa County, CA Real Estate Law Lawyer with 46 years of experience
Real Estate, Arbitration & Mediation and Business
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.
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Eric Jeffrey Farber
Contra Costa County, CA Real Estate Law Lawyer with 28 years of experience
Offers Video ConferencingVideo ConfReal Estate, Business, Entertainment & Sports and IP
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.
![Michael S. Biggs]( "Michael S. Biggs")
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Michael S. Biggs
Contra Costa County, CA Real Estate Law Lawyer with 17 years of experience
Offers Video ConferencingVideo ConfReal Estate, Business, Civil Rights and Personal Injury
University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law
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Len Watkins
Contra Costa County, CA Real Estate Law Attorney with 34 years of experience
Free ConsultationReal Estate, Antitrust, Bankruptcy and Foreclosure Defense
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...
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Jean Claude Bernard Mallein
Contra Costa County, CA Real Estate Law Attorney with 15 years of experience
Real Estate, 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...
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Steven Jeffrey Mehlman
Contra Costa County, CA Real Estate Law Lawyer with 42 years of experience
Free ConsultationReal Estate, Animal, Business 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,...
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Karyne Ghantous
Contra Costa County, CA Real Estate Law Attorney with 24 years of experience
Free ConsultationReal Estate, Construction, Insurance Defense and Landlord Tenant
University of California Hastings College of the Law
Karyne T. Ghantous is a California licensed attorney with close to 20 years of litigation and insurance defense experience successfully negotiating the resolution of, and trying cases in State and Federal court, Contra Costa County, Alameda County, San Francisco County, Santa Clara County, Sacramento County, Solano County and Monterey County.
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Jordan Jay Yudien
Contra Costa County, CA Real Estate Law Lawyer with 37 years of experience
Real Estate, Business and Employment
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...
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William Conrad Vencill
Contra Costa County, CA Real Estate Law Lawyer with 46 years of experience
Real Estate, Arbitration & Mediation, Business and Construction
UC Hastings COL
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Martin Ross Sances
Contra Costa County, CA Real Estate Law Lawyer with 27 years of experience
Real Estate, Business, Construction and Insurance Claims
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.
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Robert Ian Levy
Contra Costa County, CA Real Estate Law Attorney with 23 years of experience
Offers Video ConferencingVideo ConfReal Estate and Business
Tulane Univ Law School
![Derek M. Wagley]( "Derek M. Wagley")
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Derek M. Wagley
Contra Costa County, CA Real Estate Law Attorney with 16 years of experience
Free ConsultationReal Estate and Estate Planning
John F. Kennedy University
![Douglas Kershaw Poulin]( "Douglas Kershaw Poulin")
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Douglas Kershaw Poulin
Contra Costa County, CA Real Estate Law Lawyer with 20 years of experience
(925) 933-9800
1850 Mt. Diablo Blvd., Suite 340
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
Free ConsultationReal Estate and Construction
Boston College Law School
Mr. Poulin is experienced in the areas of real estate, business, and construction litigation. He has trial experience in both state and Federal court, and has experience in all aspects of dispute resolution. Mr. Poulin has successfully represented clients in broker disputes, foreclosures, neighbor disputes, title insurance coverage, fraud, breach of contract, breach of lease and landlord-tenant issues. Real estate issues include construction defect cases, damages on behalf of contractors, subcontractors, architects and engineers in mechanic's liens, stop notice, payment and performance bond actions.
Prior to joining The Williams Firm, Mr. Poulin was an associate at the law...
![David Stanley Pearson]( "David Stanley Pearson")
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David Stanley Pearson
Contra Costa County, CA Real Estate Law Lawyer with 30 years of experience
Real Estate and Business
University of California Hastings College of the Law
My office primarily represents 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;...
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John Ward Schilt
Contra Costa County, CA Real Estate Law Attorney with 22 years of experience
Free ConsultationReal Estate, Construction, Landlord Tenant and Personal Injury
Golden Gate Univ School of Law
![Hillary Johns]( "Hillary Johns")
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Hillary Johns
Contra Costa County, CA Real Estate Law Attorney with 28 years of experience
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Ms. Johns is a civil trial lawyer who has tried more than one hundred cases to verdict. 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 Central and Northern U.S. Federal District Courts, and in the District of Columbia. She is fluent in Spanish and trained in German and French.
Ms. Johns practices in the areas of civil litigation, business law, torts, employment law and entertainment law. She is an AV rated...
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John Scott Isherwood
Contra Costa County, CA Real Estate Law Lawyer with 26 years of experience
(925) 956-1408
1990 N. California Blvd 8th Floor
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
Real Estate, Business, Landlord Tenant and Personal Injury
McGeorge School of Law Univ of the Pacific
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James Martin Sproul
Contra Costa County, CA Real Estate Law Attorney with 41 years of experience
(925) 482-0983
675 Ygnacio Valley Road
Suite B-202
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
Real Estate, Arbitration & Mediation, Business and Insurance Defense
UC Berkeley School of Law Boalt Hall
Experienced civil litigator.
![Dennis Wayne Kroeker]( "Dennis Wayne Kroeker")
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Dennis Wayne Kroeker
Contra Costa County, CA Real Estate Law Lawyer with 50 years of experience
Offers Video ConferencingVideo ConfReal Estate, Business and Estate Planning
UC Hastings COL
Litigation: 25%
Business disputes and litigation
49 years
Business: 20%
Corporate formation, articles and bylaws, assistance with corporate meetings and records, communicate with other corporations or individuals and attorneys, preparation of corporate agreements and individual agreements.
49 years, 1,000 cases
Corporate and incorporation: 20%
Corporate formation, articles and bylaws, assistance with corporate meetings and records, communicate with other corporations or individuals and attorneys, preparation of corporate agreements and individual agreements.
49 years, 800 cases
Estate planning: 15%
Living trusts preparation for individuals and families along with after death distribution which involves compliance with California law notifying heirs and beneficiaries as well as many other fiduciary duties a little too complex...
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David John Holcomb
Contra Costa County, CA Real Estate Law Lawyer with 37 years of experience
(510) 735-4375
1990 N. California Blvd.
Suite 20
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
Real Estate, Construction, Family and Landlord Tenant
McGeorge School of Law Univ of the Pacific
![Jonathan Black]( "Jonathan Black")
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Jonathan Black
Contra Costa County, CA Real Estate Law Attorney with 12 years of experience
3182 Old Tunnel Road
Ste. C
Lafayette, CA 94549
Free ConsultationReal Estate and Landlord Tenant
![Ellie Lank]( "Ellie Lank")
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Ellie Lank
Contra Costa County, CA Real Estate Law Lawyer with 13 years of experience
Real Estate, Business and Landlord Tenant
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School and Golden Gate University School of Law
![Fredrick A. Hagen]( "Fredrick A. Hagen")
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Fredrick A. Hagen
Contra Costa County, CA Real Estate Law Attorney with 24 years of experience
(925) 838-2090
2175 N. California Blvd.
Suite 500
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
Real Estate, Business and Construction
Univ of San Diego School of Law
Any attorney can work on your legal matter and send you a bill. Look for an attorney who has the knowledge and experience to resolve your legal disputes and achieve your goals without incurring unnecessary legal fees.
With 20 years experience assisting clients in resolving legal disputes in both commercial and residential real estate disputes, and other matters, we pride ourselves efficiently achieving our clients' goals.
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Donald Lee Cox
Contra Costa County, CA Real Estate Law Attorney with 34 years of experience
Free ConsultationReal Estate, Appeals, Business and Environmental
John F Kennedy Univ School of Law
![Maxwell Nnamdi Njelita]( "Maxwell Nnamdi Njelita")
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Maxwell Nnamdi Njelita
Contra Costa County, CA Real Estate Law Lawyer with 22 years of experience
(510) 465-7500
1415 Oakland Boulevard
Suite 219
Walnut Creek , CA 94596
Offers Video ConferencingVideo ConfReal Estate, Appeals, Business and Landlord Tenant
![John Frederick Cavin]( "John Frederick Cavin")
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John Frederick Cavin
Contra Costa County, CA Real Estate Law Lawyer with 43 years of experience
Real Estate, Arbitration & Mediation and Insurance Claims
Pepperdine Univ School of Law
![Thomas F Mulvaney]( "Thomas F Mulvaney")
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Thomas F Mulvaney
Contra Costa County, CA Real Estate Law Lawyer with 44 years of experience
Real Estate
University of San Diego School of Law and University of San Diego School of Law
![Peter Thomas Saputo]( "Peter Thomas Saputo")
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Peter Thomas Saputo
Contra Costa County, CA Real Estate Law Lawyer with 43 years of experience
Real Estate
Golden Gate Univ School of Law
![Joan Marie Grimes]( "Joan Marie Grimes")
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Joan Marie Grimes
Contra Costa County, CA Real Estate Law Lawyer with 37 years of experience
Real Estate and Bankruptcy
California Western School of Law
![A. Nick Shamiyeh]( "A. Nick Shamiyeh")
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A. Nick Shamiyeh
Contra Costa County, CA Real Estate Law Lawyer
![Nalini Rajender Frush]( "Nalini Rajender Frush")
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Nalini Rajender Frush
Contra Costa County, CA Real Estate Law Attorney with 45 years of experience
Real Estate, Business and Environmental
Hamline Univ School of Law
![Jason S. Buckingham]( "Jason S. Buckingham")
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Jason S. Buckingham
Solano County, CA Real Estate Law Attorney with 16 years of experience
Real Estate, Business and Estate Planning
John F Kennedy Univ School of Law
Jason S. Buckingham is a California licensed attorney who helps people with estate planning and real estate issues. Mr. Buckingham has worked in some aspect of real estate transactions since 1993, starting with foreclosure issues, with several years focused on commercial real estate transactions. Mr. Buckingham has experience in property analysis, due diligence, title and escrow, acquisitions, entity formation, financing, leasing, and ongoing management issues. Often, real estate and estate planning issues go hand in hand, so Mr. Buckingham has offered estate planning services since 2005. Mr. Buckingham graduated from John F. Kennedy University School of Law, Cum...
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Dana Louise Dean
Solano County, CA Real Estate Law Attorney with 19 years of experience
Real Estate and Environmental
John F Kennedy Univ School of Law
![Howard E. Kane]( "Howard E. Kane")
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Howard E. Kane
Alameda County, CA Real Estate Law Attorney with 31 years of experience
Free ConsultationOffers Video ConferencingVideo ConfReal Estate, Estate Planning and Probate
University of California Hastings College of the Law
I graduated in 1987 from UCLA with a B.A. in History. I then attended UC Hastings College of the Law in San Francisco from 1987-1990 and began practicing law in 1990. I have also been a licensed California real estate broker since 1996.
My practice areas include Estate Planning, Medicaid Planning, and Probate/Trust Administration including real estate sales.
Estate plans are crafted through client interviews and state-of-the-art attorney drafting tools and software. Typical estate planning packages include:
Wills
Revocable Living Trusts
Guardianship/Conservatorship nominations
Contingent Special Needs Trusts
Durable Power of Attorney for Finances
Health Care Directives
Final Arrangements
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