Top State Lawyers Near Me in Encino Area

• Gerry Kane is the Managing Attorney for California for INTERVIVOS and LSPN (A national firm) and is the President of his private firm -- The Law Offices of Gerald L. Kane….A Law Firm located in Encino, California, and an Attorney for LSPN. He has devoted over 29 years as an Attorney helping families achieve their goals of protecting their wealth… he has over 10,000 clients… he is a Certified Specialist in Estate Planning, Trust and Probate Law an Accredited Attorney with the Veterans Administration, and is in the top 5% of Attorneys in California as a Superlawyer for 2020 and 2021 and 2022, 2023, and 2024. • He has partnered with the LSPN a National Network of 100 Attorneys in 26 states and is the managing Attorney for California…. • As a father of a special needs child, he understands and relates to families who need to plan for a lifetime disability…and is committed to protecting and preserving assets for their care.. • He has helped Individuals and business owners to protect their assets from judgments and minimize risk…and reduce income taxes, capital gains, and income and estate taxes. Also, he has helped business owners design a succession plan—an exit plan…to ensure that the business passes to the next generation intact.. • He is devoted to Veterans…As a VA Accredited Attorney…his practice has helped countless Veterans obtain Veteran’s benefits…that help them pay for needed care and assistance…that they may not have obtained without his help.. • Gerry has served on many boards including hospital boards and the board of the Southern California National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys.. • He is an in-demand speaker for Bar Associations, for the Alzheimer’s Association, The Parkinson’s Association, and The Epilepsy Center, and appeared on the TV Show “Meet the Peetes with Holly Robinson Pete and Rodney Pete.. • He is also a licensed Life Insurance Agent in California, Idaho, Nevada, North Carolina, Oregon, Tennessee and Washington.. • He also has a Series 7 and 63 Securities licenses

Top Southern California real estate litigation and business trial attorneys at the LA Real Estate Law Group.  Nate Bernstein, a 23 year veteran trial attorney, is managing counsel of the firm.. The LA Real Estate Law Group professionally handles quiet title, title disputes, title fraud,  breach of contract, specfic performance, easement disputes, mechanics lien litigation,  title insurance issues, collections, professional liability, broker/ real estate professional disputes, landlord tenant disputes, equitable subrogation claims, mediations and arbitrations.. The firm also handles bankruptcy litigation including law and motion matters and adversary proceedings,  proof of claims, relief from automatic stay motions, bankruptcy asset sales, preference and other trustee litigation, asset investigations, bankruptcy fraud issues, objections to discharge, objections to Chapter 13 and Chapter 11 plans of reorganization, motions to avoid lien, and bankruptcy mediations.. The firm appears in all Federal and Superior Courts of Southern and Northern California, and represents real estate owners, developers, property management companies, investors, real estate deed of trust holders, title insurance companies, escrow companies, creditors, and bankruptcy trustees.

Throughout the course of his legal career, Mr. Sarkissian has handled hundreds of real estate cases, civil litigation matters, and business transactional cases, having procured not only multi-millions of dollars, but peace of mind for his clients.. Prior to founding Sarkissian Law Group, Mr. Sarkissian worked for well-known litigation firms specializing in real estate, where he developed close relationships with some of the most major management companies and owners of real estate in Southern California and Nevada. Mr. Sarkissian always pushes himself to reach both professional goals and personal goals throughout his career.. Mr. Sarkissian is a licensed attorney in the States of California, Nevada, and Hawaii. He is also a licensed California Real Estate Broker and a published author of The Jerusalem of Transformation: Popular Understandings about and Attitudes toward the Armenian Quarter.. With his passion and dedication, Mr. Sarkissian goes above and beyond for his clients and strives to provide excellent legal representation.. Our office motto is the three R’s—Resolution, Result, and Respect.. No matter is too large or small; there is no challenge that our experienced legal team is not ready and able to meet. We have handled and won hundreds of cases, have obtained millions of dollars in judgements and settlements for our clients, and have been cited by judges and other attorneys throughout California. If you want a team that can get you the results while providing great service, give us a call today!

Steven Kramar has practiced both litigation and transactional law for over 40 years. Early in his career, he gained significant trial experience as the designated trial attorney at a consumer focused law firm with a varied mix of personal injury, criminal, family and workers’ compensation law.. Seeking to gain more sophisticated and entrepreneurial experience, Steven joined a firm specializing in real estate syndication and general business formation, handling both transactional and litigation aspects of complex corporate, real estate, construction and probate law matters.. Following his entrepreneurial drive, and having developed practical experience in numerous areas of the law, Steven opened his own firm where he eventually concentrated on providing full service representation for small to medium size businesses and the personal concerns of their owners.. He takes a personal interest in his corporate clients; guiding them through the maze of applicable government regulations. He counsels them in all aspects of their businesses, and assists in the maintenance of corporate governance formalities such as the corporate filings, the conduct of meetings and preparation of minutes.. Steven is proud of his reputation as an advisor and counselor to those who seek out a personal, face to face relationship with their attorney. He is known as someone with whom they can discuss their concerns, hopes and desires on a continuing basis and who will learn and remember their personal and business circumstances to enable them to give advice in a shared context and not in a vacuum.. Steven’s litigation experience includes numerous jury and bench trials on such matters as medical malpractice, will contests, personal injury, and contract and real estate disputes. He has successfully prosecuted and defended class actions in several areas of law including disputes involving the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA), wage and hours, and labor.. On the transactional side of the his practice, Steven has drafted documents for and handled numerous matters in such areas including: the purchase and sale of businesses as well as commercial and residential real estate, business formations including corporations, limited liability companies, limited and general partnerships, commercial agreements, employment and confidentiality agreements, employment handbooks, leases both residential and commercial, corporate mergers, collective bargaining agreements, and construction contracts.. He has significant experience in medical provider matters relating to the buying and selling of home health agencies and hospices and related representation in regard to regulatory agencies.. His clients include individuals and business in the business of Construction, Transportation, Medical Providers, Manufacturing, Entertainment, Labor Unions, Wholesale and Retail Sales, Food Services, Trade Schools and Real Estate Investment and Development.. He also has an active Estate Planning, Probate and Trust Administration practice helping clients to understand and articulate their testamentary wishes, and providing heirs and beneficiaries assistance in the intricacies of bringing a decedent’s desires to fruition.

My practices in Trusts & Estate Planning and Corporate Law oftentimes overlap. I work extensively with clients interested in business succession planning as well as gift tax planning.

My practice focuses on estate planning, probate court proceedings, trust administration, and business law.. My practice is dedicated to helping clients of all ages and family situations from traditional to blended to LGBT navigate through the difficult legal and personal issues that come with the areas of my practice.. I am happy to meet with you at my office in Encino.  I also meet with clients in the privacy of their own homes and businesses and in my affiliates’ offices that are closer to you.  For elderly clients, I can meet as well at assisted-living facilities, nursing homes, and hospitals.. I serve clients in Southern California, particularly in the counties of Los Angeles, Ventura, Orange, and Riverside. I invite you to contact me for an initial consultation, and look forward to meeting you in person.

Mr. Goodstein has thirty years experience as a trial and appellate attorney representing corporations, individuals and municipalities in high-stakes business disputes involving government contracts, commercial contracts, partnerships, shareholder and LLC agreements, insurance coverage and real estate.  Combining a background in writing with an analytical legal acumen, the ability to synthesize complex facts and legal principles into a compelling story is the hallmark of Mr. Goodstein's practice.. Representative matters include defending a real estate investment LLC manager accused of breach of fiduciary duty; defending a trustee against claims of fraud and breach of fiduciary duty in the administration of an estate; defending the owners of a Hollywood production company against claims of fraud and breach of contract; representing the owner of a vitamin manufacturing company who was defrauded in the sale of his business; representing a business owner in the threatened dissolution of a plush toy manufacturer; representing a municipality in a commercial lease dispute; representing a property owner in a commercial unlawful detainer action; and representing a healthcare insurance company sued by medical groups for alleged breach of provider reimbursement agreements.

Mr. Forsyth started his legal practice in 2012 with a focus on criminal justice from the defense side. Since then, he has successfully handled hundreds of cases in The Superior Court of California, winning many dismissals and successful plea bargains in cases where the client faced pending charges by the District Attorney. He has also handled many post-conviction motions to repair a person's criminal history, such as expungements and appeals. In 2017, Mr. Forsyth was selected by Super Lawyers as a Northern California Rising Star for the first time in his career, and was selected again in 2018.

I understand that each client has only one case and I make that case as important to me as it is to my client.  I have been involved in real estate projects and entrepreneur-ed successful retail and wholesale businesses. My diverse background allows me to understand the mindset of why clients need an ambitious attorney who listens and takes care of their needs.

I specialize in Estate planning to assist my clients in arranging for a secure future for themselves and their families.  I foucs on creating estate plans that reflect the unique needs and wishes of the individual client, and counseling families in working together to manage elder law issues and asset protection.  I particularly enjoy working with my clients to achieve the best possible quality of life for elderly family members.. I am married, with two adult children and three grandchildren.  My husband and I have lived in Encino for over 40 years.  In addition to my law practice, I enjoy spending time with my family, and my hobbies include gourmet cooking, gardening, photography, and travel.  We have two Shetland Sheepdogs who like to keep me company when I garden.  Prior to becoming an attorney I owned and managed a retail travel agency for over twenty years.  I feel this business experience added an extra dimension to my understanding of estate planning needs, particularly as they relate to small business owners and their families.. My favorite part of practicing law is getting to know the families who come to me for assistance.

I have maintained an extensive trial and appellate practice in Southern California since 1980. I am a member of the federal bars in California, Nevada, Utah and Florida, as well as the 9th Circuit Court of Appeal and the B.A.P. in the 9th Circuit.. AV Rated by Martindale Hubbell since 1991.

I have been engaged in private law practice in California since 1982, with an emphasis in the areas of estate and gift planning, tax planning, trust administration, probate, business and succession planning, and charitable giving. I graduated 2nd in my class from Southwestern University Law School in Los Angeles and received a Master’s Degree in Taxation (LL.M.) from New York University School of Law.. I have been designated as a Certified Specialist in Probate, Estate Planning and Trust Law, and as a Certified Specialist in Taxation Law by the State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization. I am one of less than approximately 100 attorneys in California (out of approximately 160,000) who have earned both these Board Certifications.. Among my specialty is the ability to explain sophisticated and difficult concepts to clients in an easy-to-understand way, allowing clients to comprehend how various estate and tax planning techniques will affect their estate plans.. I have been quoted and referenced in many magazines and newspapers across the country including Forbes Magazine, US News & World Report, Wall Street Journal, Los Angeles Times, and Entrepreneur Magazine.. I have authored over 65 articles and chapters in books on various estate and tax planning subjects, including booklets on A Guide to Planning Your Estate, A Guide to Trust Administration, and A Guide to Advanced Estate Tax Planning Techniques. I have published articles and materials for Estate Planning Magazine and California Continuing Education of the Bar. In addition, I have authored chapters on “Corporate Buy-Sell Agreements” and “Partnership Buy-Out Agreements” for Counseling California Corporations, published by the California Continuing Education of the Bar.. I am a frequent speaker and lecturer at estate and tax planning conferences and seminars, including those presented by the California State Bar, California Continuing Education of the Bar, California CPA Education Foundation, Society of Financial Service Professionals, Life Insurance Leaders’ Round Table, and various other professional organizations. I taught at UCLA, USC and California Lutheran University.. In addition to being chosen by my peers as a Top 100 Super Lawyer for Southern California since 2011, I have been selected by my peers as a Super Lawyer for Southern California since 2009.  I have been awarded the highest possible rating by my peers, an “A.V.” rating, for the Martindale-Hubbell Law Directory. This rating is based on ethical considerations and legal skills. Each year, no more than 5 percent of the lawyers in the state receive this honor. I have been elected to Who’s Who in American Law, Who’s Who in Practicing Attorneys, Who’s Who of Emerging Leaders in America, Presidential Who’s Who and Marquis’ Who’s Who in the World.. I enjoy competing in marathons and triathlons and have completed 13 marathons, including the Boston, New York City, Los Angeles, Surf City and Silicon Valley marathons. I completed two Ironman triathlons, which consist of a 2.4 mile swim, 112 mile bike ride and a 26.2 mile run, and other triathlons, including the California Half Ironman, Big Kahuna Triathlon, Carlsbad Triathlon, the 5430 Triathlon (in Boulder, Colorado) and the Nautica Malibu Triathlon.. I co-founded Team Tisser Foundation (TTF), a non-profit corporation, which raises money for charitable causes. I raise money through athletic training and racing. Through TTF, I have raised over $250,000 in donations for various charities, including the Aubrey Fund for Pediatric Cancer Research at Memoria lSloan-Kettering Cancer Center, the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, and Challenged Athletes Foundation. For more information on TTF, see .. One of my proudest moments was at the 2007 Ironman Coeur d’Alene when I was honored by the Janus Charity Challenge for raising over $41,000 for TTF by competing in that race.

Hi. I've practiced law in California since 1999. I can handle all aspects of a real estate transaction or dispute (from negotiations to litigation).. Whether you're a buyer, a seller, an owner or a neighbor to a problem property, I can help.. Sorry, but I'm not represeting landlords or tenants in evictions.. My office is in Encino, and I practice througout Los Angeles County and Southern California.. I've been a lawyer since 1974. I represent clients in a wide variety of transactional and litigation matters including business law, premises liability and real estate. I've also had my share of notorious clients in notorious cases.

AV rating from Martindale-Hubbell: This rating comes from peer reviews. “A” means the maximum level of legal skill. “V” means “very high” obedience to professional standards of conduct, ethics, reliability and diligence. This peer review rating is restricted to only the most notable law practices.. Organizations:. State Bar of California. Los Angeles County Bar Association. American Bar Association. Member, Panel of Arbitrators, American Arbitration Associations and Los Angeles Superior Court. Published Articles:. "The Disfavored Indirect Purchaser Under the Robinson-Patnam Act: Can the Small Businessman Survive?"; 48 USC Law Review 899 [1975]. "Minimun Funding for Defined Benefit Plans"; Bender's Federal Tax Service, Chapter C:11 (1989). "Prohibited Transactions and Loans from Qualified Plans"; California Closely Held Corporations, Chapter 14 (1987). Education. University of Southern California, Graduated 1975. UCLA - 1971 BA. Phi Beta Kappa - Summa Cum Laude. Activities/Awards. USC Law Review, Member of Editorial Staff. Recipient, Legion Lex Merit Scholarship. Order of the Coif

Attorney Michael H. Florentin specializes in Real Estate Law, Landlord and Tenant Law, Construction Defect Law and Contractor Disputes. I pride myself on offering my clients the very best advice in specific areas of expertise. I know what I do best, and will bring an unparalleled depth of knowledge to your case.

A Tax Lawyer with Masters of Laws in Taxation and years of corporate experience.. Also handling Family, Business & Real Estate Litigation.. Call now