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Since 1980 I have specialized in the area of civil appeals and writs. Isuccessfully passed the second exam given by the State Bar forcertification as an appellate specialist in 1999. Not only do I handleappeals, but I am a frequent lecturer and author on appellate love the intellectual challenge of working on appeals! I also spent many years working on law and motion matters on aconsulting basis for other attorneys. My book, California SummaryJudgment and Related Termination Motions, is now published by TheRutter Group. If that wasn't enough, I spent over five years as theeditor of several legal magazines for plaintiff's lawyers, includingPlaintiff, The Advocate, The Forum, and The Gavel. After more than 30 years of practicing law and editing legal magazines,I am trying to expand my interests to more creative pursuits. I havewritten several plays and try to improve my skills as a photographer.

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Nicole Toft has been at Davis Law since 2008.  Nicole handles all forms of civil litigation and transactional work, specializing in the areas of real estate and business disputes, and technology transactions.. Nicole also has specialized experience in chain of title, landlord-tenant, environmental litigation, and a broad range of corporate disputes.. Nicole has successfully handled cases at all phases of litigation, from initial pleadings to summary judgment, trial, and post-trial motions. Nicole also assists Davis Law’s corporate clients with drafting and negotiating agreements in the real estate and technology industries.  Nicole also assists individuals with estate planning and trust administration issues.

Melissa is a divorce and family law mediator, licensed attorney, as well as a Co-Parenting Specialist (CoPS). Melissa provides virtual mediation services throughout California on a flat-fee basis.. While Melissa is a California-licensed attorney, she has elected to focus on providing neutral mediation services and one-on-one mediation and negotiation coaching. Holistic mediation allows Melissa to intertwine her passions for family law, spirituality, and finding collaborative solutions in challenging circumstances. While Melissa enjoyed being a family law litigator for about a decade, she truly believes in the transformative power of mediation, and knows most people and families will find benefits in mediation that litigation just cannot provide. In mediation, Melissa is best able to serve parties seeking amicable resolution in their divorce and custody cases who are not looking to create unnecessary conflict or expense.. For people who value equity, collaboration, and respect, they will prefer mediation with Melissa over traditional litigation. These parties are willing to make some compromise to preserve peace; they understand that family law conflict can be highly traumatic for children, and will prioritize keeping trauma and conflict to a minimum. Melissa’s extensive family law experience makes her well-suited for cases with parties who take accountability for their role in the divorce and are seeking clear solutions and well-defined obligations in any written agreement produced through the mediation process.. Melissa is a distinguished divorce attorney based in California who was captivated by family law due to the intricate psychological, emotional, and financial dynamics it encompasses. Her dedication to her clients is evident in her unwavering commitment to their cases, particularly those involving divorce and high-conflict custody disputes. Throughout her legal career, Melissa has demonstrated an exceptional ability to guide clients through every phase of the marital dissolution process including mediation, pre-trial litigation, settlement discussions, mediation, evidentiary hearings, and long-cause trials.. Melissa is trained in Insight Mediation, has completed the 40-hour Family Law Mediation training with Mosten Mediation Training, and is a certified Co-Parenting Specialist (CoPS). Melissa regularly volunteers her time as a Mediator for the State of California Superior Court in Orange County, helping to settle Small Claims cases with the Groundswell non-profit organization. She is also a vetted member of the Amicable Divorce Network and the Academy of Professional Family Mediators. Melissa also hosts the High Vibe Divorce podcast.

Matthew Schlau is an attorney licensed to practice law in the state of California. He is one of the principal founding attorneys of Schlau|Rogers, a boutique California trusts, estates and business law firm. The firm's objective is to provide accessible and affordable legal representation that allows you the opportunity to reach your goals. Matthew and his partner and Co-Founder, Joshua Rogers, welcome the opportunity to discuss your individual needs to get started on planning for the future today.. In addition to Estate Planning, Matthew has an extensive background in civil litigation and has counseled private companies in hundreds of matters in all stages of litigation. Matthew has also advised companies in private joint venture and debt arrangements, and has served as outside general counsel to review, draft, and negotiate contracts and other documents relating to a wide range of exceptional and ordinary-course business transactions.. Matthew holds a Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy from the University of California, Santa Barbara, as well as a Juris Doctor from Southwestern Law School. He is a husband, father, blogger, crossfitter, aspiring chef and really good at helping people achieve their goals.

Jason M. Glantz has been practicing law with a focus on civil litigation since 2005. Jason is a proven trial attorney who prides himself on providing his clients with effective representation at all stages of the claim process from pre-litigation through jury verdict. His practice is devoted primarily to pursuing fair compensation on behalf of individuals injured as a result of the negligence of another. Before forming Glantz Law, Jason spent over a decade defending personal injury claims with a well-respected private law firm in Orange County. At his former firm, Jason was selected by one of the nation's largest liability insurers to be part of an elite team defending SIU matters, defended the 2nd largest retailer in the world on a wide variety of claims and handled catastrophic injury cases. While earning his way through the ranks from associate to partner and eventually shareholder at his former firm, Jason was exposed to every aspect of the defense industry. Since forming Glantz Law, Jason has been using that first-hand knowledge to pursue justice for his clients and help them navigate their way through many of those very same obstacles he knows so well.

In my thirty five years of practice, I have taken cases from their beginning through bench and jury trial, arbitration, as well as appeals.  I have worked in large and small firms.  Twenty ninie years ago, I joined my partner Larry Nokes to form a firm where we could be more hands on and personally accountable to our clients in the matters we handle.  We take pride in our work and in our ability to truly represent our clients. When I am retained, I am the attorney who handles and is responsible for all aspects of the case.

I am proud to lead a team of four dedicated lawyers, each trained in DUI defense.  Together, they have litigated thousands of DUI cases in courtrooms throughout Southern California and before the DMV.  They have taught and written extensively on the law and science of DUI and collectively represent the most respected and recognized leaders in DUI defense.  The team is made up of four (4) lawyers, specially trained paralegals and investigators. Our firm also provides access to the top experts in forensic toxicology and Pharmacology who closely work with us to analyze the important scientific issues that are relevant to your DUI case.

I am an attorney with over 30 years experience in trial practice. I live and work in Laguna Beach, but my practice is nation wide. Our clients range from Florida to Washington state. Lawyers frequently call on me to mediate and arbitrate cases, and in each case, I use the most effective methods of dispute resolution that are consistent with the goals of the client.

Experienced L attorney serving clients in Laguna Beach and surrounding areas.

Experienced L attorney serving clients in Laguna Beach and surrounding areas.

Experienced L attorney serving clients in Laguna Beach and surrounding areas.

Experienced L attorney serving clients in Laguna Beach and surrounding areas.

Experienced L attorney serving clients in Laguna Beach and surrounding areas.

Experienced L attorney serving clients in Laguna Beach and surrounding areas.

Experienced L attorney serving clients in Laguna Beach and surrounding areas.

Experienced L attorney serving clients in Laguna Beach and surrounding areas.

Experienced L attorney serving clients in Laguna Beach and surrounding areas.