Cardiff By The Sea Business Lawyers

Robert J. McKennon is a founding partner of McKennon Law Group PC. He represents individuals and small-to-large corporations in sophisticated litigation matters in state and federal court. Mr. McKennon is admitted to all federal and state courts in California, and regularly handles litigation matters in federal courts in the Western United States. He is a nationally recognized expert in insurance litigation matters and has tried, litigated, and resolved hundreds of insurance litigation matters, including life, health and disability insurance, insurance coverage, insurance bad faith, unfair trade practices, ERISA/employee benefit, and insurance agent/broker litigation. Mr. McKennon has also handled numerous business...

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...

As a litigator & trial attorney, Parag has saved and recovered millions of dollars for his clients, which have ranged from large companies to smaller mom and pop businesses. His work has led to quotes in such publications as L.A. Weekly, the L.A. Times, and Rolling Stone Magazine, as well as being given the prestigious Rising Star designation by SuperLawyers for 2017, 2018, 2019, and 2020 (an award of excellence which is given to less than 2.5% of attorneys). Even with the impressive settlements, successes and the awards, Parag has never lost touch with the human component of what it...

Diana Isyanova is a business transactions attorney in Orange County, California. As the founder and principal attorney of Isyanova Law P.C., Diana is dedicated to helping small businesses, startups, and solopreneurs navigate the complexities of business law with a focus on business formation, contract negotiations, and corporate compliance. Diana earned her BA in Business Economics from the University of California, Irvine, graduating magna cum laude. Her passion for learning and drive for success led her to pursue a legal career. She obtained her Juris Doctor (J.D.) from the Chapman University Dale E. Fowler School of Law, where she was awarded an...

We’re proud that our law firm is local and we offer our exceptional legal services to SoCal, Riverside, San Bernardino and Palm Springs California. With Our sensitivity coupled with Our aggressive approach to Probate matters and Our wealth of knowledge when it comes to Estate Planning, Our extensive experience with ALL Legal Tax Issues and Our first hand knowledge and real world experience as Business owners has allowed us to call southern California home for many years.

Handling the legal issues that arise after the death of a friend or loved one can be very challenging. If a family member has...

Plumtree & Brunner LLP is a boutique construction law firm specializing in representing general contractors, custom homebuilders, 8a contractors, remodelers, subcontractors, suppliers, engineers and architects in both California and Nevada. The firm represents clients in public, industrial, commercial and residential construction. Area of representation include, contract litigation, mechanics liens, bonded stop notices, delay claims, differing site conditions, change order negotiation/litigation, disgorgement, California Home Improvement Contract Issues, contract drafting/negotiation, CSLB license issues, business formation, expansion and dissolution, zoning, code enforcement, etc.

Amanda Rokita is an Attorney and founder of Rokita Law P.C, a boutique law firm focused on utilizing our wealth of legal experience to deliver solution based resolutions to individuals and small businesses throughout CA. Amanda has a proven track record, having represented small businesses through trial and regularly represents clients with multi-million dollar amounts in controversy. Amanda has garnered several awards, including the 2022 and 2023 SuperLawyers Recipient, which is awarded to the top 2.5% lawyers in CA and the 2022 and 2023 SuperLawyers Rising Star Recipient, which is awarded to top lawyers under 40. As an entrepreneur, Amanda...

As one of the firm’s founding attorneys, Ching K. Chiao is a respected and prominent member of the Southern California Real Estate and Business Law community. Mr. Chiao represents various individuals and businesses, including major real estate developers in the Greater Los Angeles Area with portfolios in excess of $500,000,000. His representation includes notable deals with Home Depot, Office Depot, Food-4-Less, Rite Aid, Ross Dress-for-Less, JC Penny’s, McDonald’s, Wendy’s, Starbucks, Seattle’s Best, Foot Locker, Gymboree, AT&T, Sprint, Verizon, MetroPCS, and many more. Mr. Chiao prides himself on delivering exceptional results in a cost-effective manner. Companies who utilize...

Calvin A. Slater has been a lawyer since 1981, with over 30 years of experience with helping clients, such as entrepreneurs, physicians, business owners and real estate investors. His legal expertise includes real estate matters, tax-deferred exchanges, trusts, estate planning, asset protection, as well as business matters such as formation, planning, and succession. He emphasizes a personal connection with each client to understand their needs and provide effective solutions. He encourages a team approach by collaborating with a client’s other professionals such as accountants and investment advisors. Mr. Slater is a certified specialist in Estate Planning, Trust & Probate Law by...

Alana Yakovlev is a stellar trial lawyer with a heavy emphasis on criminal defense and civil rights. Rated one of the top trial attorneys in the country, Ms. Yakovlev's advocacy leads to immediate and effective results for her clients.

For nearly 25 years, Sa'id Vakili has represented businesses and individuals in litigation matters involving complex business and contract disputes, business torts, direct and derivative shareholder disputes, intellectual property disputes, and all forms of employment claims. He has also handled a variety of serious injury tort claims including those arising under maritime and aviation law. Mr. Vakili is admitted in California, New York, New Jersey and Washington, D.C. and has handled cases in various other jurisdictions such as Florida, Nevada, Ohio, South Dakota, and Virginia through associations with local law firms in those locations. Mr. Vakili has also served...

Liliana Gallelli is an attorney since 2004 and has specialized in immigration, business and post-conviction law matters. She has represented hundreds of clients before immigration agencies, immigration courts, the Board of Immigration Appeals, federal district courts, and the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals. Her work involves applications for business visas (L1s, E2s, H1bs, among others), family petitions, removal proceedings/deportation, asylum, and U visas, among others. She speaks Spanish fluently and conversational Portuguese, Italian and French.

Ms. Gallelli also represents clients in business law including:
Business Formation (LLC’s, S and C Corporations)
Sales Agreements
Partnerships
Applications for Alcohol License
Applications for Contractors...

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...

Mr. Martinez represents a wide range of U.S. and international clients in all forms of dispute resolution and business counseling, with emphasis in the areas of commercial, intellectual property, unfair competition, shareholder and class action litigation, arbitration and mediation. His clients range from individuals to start-ups to Fortune 100 companies in the real estate, retail, fashion, transportation, financial, entertainment, manufacturing and technology industries, and often include Latin-American and other foreign clients interested in developing a presence in the United States. Mr. Martinez has won a reputation for his fierce commitment to his clients’ interests and to valued legal causes. This commitment...

Daniel F. Freedman is a Government, Land Use, Environment and Energy partner at Jeffer Mangels Butler & Mitchell, LLP. He handles a broad array of complex matters involving real estate development, zoning, land use entitlements, and compliance with local, state and federal regulations such as CEQA, NEPA, Coastal Act, federal and state housing laws, and historic designation regulations. Daniel is committed to providing skilled and knowledgeable advocacy focused on the best possible outcomes for his clients, who he has more than a decade of experience advising on residential, industrial, commercial and mixed-use developments, as well as projects involving renewable energy,...

Attorney David P. Meyer is the principal founder of Meyer Wilson. He has gained national recognition as an investment fraud lawyer, representing more than 800 investors in investment misconduct claims. He has won verdicts, settlements and judgments of hundreds of millions of dollars on their behalf. Because he is recognized as an authority in this field, he is often asked to speak for bar associations and at educational seminars. He is an active member of the Public Investors’ Arbitration Bar Association and various other legal professional associations. In 2013, Attorney David Meyer was included in the list of Best...

Jeffrey Geida is an accomplished California attorney. He represents clients with legal matters such as Estate Planning, Wealth Transfer and Business Succession Planning. Additionally, he has experience in Estate and Trust Administration for beneficiaries and fiduciaries. Jeff is dedicated to providing an interactive approach and creative solutions to assist you in achieving the best possible outcomes.

Jeff received his J.D. from Pepperdine University School of Law and LL.M. in Taxation from New York University School of Law. The State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization has recognized him as a Certified Specialist in Estate Planning, Trust, and Probate Law....

Guy Maisnik is a top California Business, Real Estate and Global Hospitality attorney, frequently advising in hotel and finance cases. With 30 years of experience, he provides skilled and knowledgeable advocacy for a wide range of domestic and international matters. Guy is committed to providing his clients with exceptional legal representation.

Guy has been recognized as a Top Southern California Lawyer by Los Angeles magazine, a Top Real Estate Lawyer by Real Estate Southern California magazine, and among the Best Real Estate Lawyers by California Real Estate Journal. Additionally, he has been honored by Best Lawyers in America, and has an...

Catherine D. Holmes is an accomplished Business and Securities Law attorney, concentrating on Finance and Investment Law matters. With clients all over the world, she advises on raising, investing and managing capital from both U.S. and non-U.S. investors.

Cathy has practiced law for over 40 years. With a wealth of knowledge and skill, she is dedicated to providing exceptional legal representation. Cathy has been recognized for her extensive experience and success, having been named a Southern California Super Lawyer for 10 years. In addition, Cathy was honored by EB5 Investors Magazine as among the Top 15 Corporate Attorneys in 2017 and...

As a national consultant and lawyer, I focus on artificial intelligence, legal, business, and real estate matters, offering comprehensive guidance to navigate these complex industries. By utilizing AI-driven solutions, I help streamline decision-making processes, optimize business operations, and enhance real estate transactions with predictive analytics. In the legal sector, I provide strategic guidance on compliance, litigation, and policy development, ensuring clients stay ahead in a rapidly evolving regulatory landscape. My multidisciplinary approach integrates technological innovation with an in-depth understanding of market trends, enabling businesses and individuals to achieve their goals with efficiency and precision. Operating on a national scale, I...

I am an experienced Business, Global Hospitality, and Cybersecurity & Privacy Law attorney. Based in California, I provide aggressive and passionate advocacy with an emphasis on hospitality and technology.

With nearly 40 years of experience, I bring extensive knowledge, skill and insight to my cases. I am dedicated to getting results for my clients. Recognized by my peers, I have received an AV Preeminent Rating, and numerous honors including Top Rated Technology Transactions Attorney.

Visit my website to see representative experience and arrange a consultation.

I am an experienced California attorney focused on Land Use, Zoning, Environmental, Litigation and Construction Law matters.

First a licensed architect, I attended law school to further my interest in construction and development. With over 25 years of experience, I bring a depth of knowledge and unique insight to help clients achieve their goals and objectives.

Outside of work, I enjoy international travel and a new passion for 50's modernist architecture. I can often be found taking architectural tours, running by Richard Neutra houses in Silverlake, and biking along beachfront structures.

I am dedicated to outstanding representation for Tax, Business, and Trusts & Estate Planning law matters. My jurisdictions include the State of California, U.S. Court of Appeals Ninth Circuit, U.S. Court of Federal Claims and the U.S. Tax Court.

A Certified Specialist in Taxation Law, I have extensive experience and expertise providing legal advocacy for a wide range of issues. I am committed to helping clients accomplish their goals efficiently and effectively.

I have been recognized by numerous organizations, including Best Lawyers in America, Super Lawyers, Martindale-Hubbell, and Los Angeles times Magazine. Additionally, JMBM has been honored among the 2020 Best Law...

Justin Sterling, Esq. is the Founder and Principal Attorney of The Sterling Firm, A Professional Law Corporation. Mr. Sterling is licensed by the California State Bar and the United States District Court for the Central and Northern Districts of California. He is committed to representing clients and serving the legal community with the utmost professionalism and compassion.

Mr. Sterling attended law school at the University of West Los Angeles School of Law, where he graduated Suma Cum Laude. Mr. Sterling also obtained his undergraduate degree from West Chester University, where he graduated Magna Cum Laude. Mr. Sterling has served...

For over 30 years, Mark Anchor Albert has consistently achieved outstanding results for his clients in complex business litigation and trials. He has been instrumental in obtaining hundreds of millions of dollars in recoveries for his clients from corporations and their insurance carriers in difficult cases involving complicated liability, damages, and related insurance coverage issues. He also has successfully defended companies and individuals facing hundreds of millions, even billions of dollars in potential liability, often succeeding in having difficult cases dismissed by motion before trial, or otherwise obtaining deeply discounted settlements on favorable terms.

Mr. Albert provides sophisticated legal services for...

Mr. Jeffrey S. Bolender is an established trial and appellate attorney with over eighteen years of experience representing policyholders, insurance carriers, underwriters, and other insurance professionals in complex legal disputes. Admitted to practice law in 1994, Mr. Bolender focuses his practice on commercial, business, and insurance law. He is licensed to practice law in the States of California, Hawaii, and Nevada, as well as the District of Columbia. Mr. Bolender regularly advises and advocates on behalf of policyholders and insurance professionals, providing guidance on legal principles for analyzing insurance policies and adjusting liability and property claims. He researches...

Ms. Gallenberg received a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of California Los Angeles where she double majored in Political Science and Sociology with a minor in Public Policy. Ms. Gallenberg received a Juris Doctor degree and a Civil Litigation Certificate from the University of California Hastings College of the Law in San Francisco. During law school, she received several academic excellence awards, and was a founding member and Articles Editor for the Hastings Business Law Journal. She also served as a Judicial Extern for the Honorable Judge Sanchez Gordon in the Los Angeles Superior Court (Stanley Mosk...

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...

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...

With over 45 years of experience, Attorney Sebastian Gibson serves Palm Springs, Palm Desert, Newport Beach, Malibu, Temecula, Orange County and all of California specializing in car and big rig truck accident personal injury, business, film & TV, publishing, modeling, entertainment law, HOA disputes, branding, trademarks, copyrights, & corporate law, and has extensive expertise in drafting, and reviewing a wide variety of contracts from personal management and talent agency agreements, modeling contracts, literary agency and book publishing agreements, business contracts, health care, med spas, mobile IV hydration and mobile medical clinics, intellectual property, winery trademarks, civil law, celebrity law, publicity...

I am an accomplished attorney with extensive experience in Business, Estate Planning, Tax, Probate, Immigration Planning, Charitable Planning, and Entities Law matters. Based in California, I represent multi-national individuals and businesses across the world.

A Certified Specialist in Estate Planning, Trust and Probate Law, I provide experienced, knowledgeable and skilled counsel. I am dedicated to personalized service and exceptional advocacy, focused on meeting my clients' legal needs.

Visit my website for more information, or call to set up a consultation and see how I can help you.

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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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...

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 for over a decade. He has conducted seminars regarding artificial intelligence, augmented and 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, and online banking...

Mr. Bardwell’s practice focuses on all aspects of wealth transfer planning, including estate planning, charitable planning, business succession planning and post-death administration.

Mr. Bardwell routinely assists individuals and families in efficiently minimizing estate, gift and generation-skipping transfer taxes through the creation of wills, trusts, business entities and charitable organizations and the use of gifts, sales and other wealth-transfer strategies. He works closely with each client's team of advisors, including accountants, investment advisors and insurance agents, to ensure the client's personal planning and wealth preservation goals are accomplished in a coordinated manner. In addition, he advises clients on estate and trust administration,...

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...

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...