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When you need an expert trial lawyer, look on the top shelf! That's where you will find Wayne Philips Law. Even if trial is not in your future, you have great comfort knowing a first rate trial attorney is in your corner.. We practice law like you always wished someone would. Smart. Aggressive. Cost-effective. Wayne Philips personally tried hundreds of cases--as one client succinctly put it, "he doesn't like to lose!". Quality lawyering from a firm that knows how to win cases--that's what we offer. Our priority is to fix your problem as quickly, painlessly, and cost-effectively as possible. Come to us for the tough problems other attorneys avoid (or make). We handle the twists and turns others don't even think of. Wayne Philips Law--worth your investment.. Contact us to get the ball rolling!

We are a law firm located in Orange County, dedicated to providing our clients with the highest quality legal representation with respect to all family law-related matters, including dissolution of marriage, domestic partnership, paternity action, and post-judgment modifications. Keeping in mind the personal and sensitive nature of each case, we pride ourselves in tailoring our representation to meet the specific goals and objectives of each client.. Our practice strives to provide each client with exceptional legal services. Our practice is devoted entirely to family law. That means we have the training, experience, and knowledge to handle a wide array of family law matters. We pledge to listen to your concerns, communicate openly and candidly with you about all matters that may affect your case, and, most importantly, understand that the issues related to your unique family law matter may pose an emotional burden on your family. We tailor our representation based on the nature of your case and complexity of your matter. We represent clients in the following counties: Orange, Los Angeles, Riverside, San Bernardino, and San Diego.

Sarah A. Kyriakedes has been a licensed attorney since 2013. She is dually licensed as a member of the California State Bar and North Carolina State Bar.. Mrs. Kyriakedes received her undergraduate education from Ohio University. She graduated summa cum laude from the E.W. Scripps School of Journalism with a Bachelor of Science in Journalism and a Minor in Political Science. She obtained her Juris Doctorate from the University of Cincinnati College of Law, where she was awarded the Stanley M. Chesley & Hon. Susan J. Dlott Award in Litigation for receiving the highest G.P.A. in litigation-related courses. Mrs. Kyriakedes was also awarded First Place at the 15th Annual Herbert J. Wechsler National Criminal Law Moot Court Competition, during her tenure on the Moot Court Honor Board. Mrs. Kyriakedes was also an active member of the Trial Practice Competition Team throughout her three years of law school.. Prior to joining TINNELLY LAW GROUP, Mrs. Kyriakedes was employed as an Assistant District Attorney in Charlotte, North Carolina for three years. Upon moving to California, she worked at a firm where she litigated white-collar criminal defense cases and administrative licensing matters. In both positions, Mrs. Kyriakedes gained extensive litigation and trial experience.

Mr. Morrell has been selected as a So. California Super Lawyer 8 years in a row.  This represents the top 5% of the attorneys in Southern California.  He is a life member of the MultiMillion Dollar Advocates Forum, a life member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum, a life member of Elite Lawyers of  America, a Board Certified Civil Trial Advocate, and a member of the American Board of Trial Advocates.   He has worked as a mediator, and as a judge pro tem.  He was also selected by Law Dragon as one of the top 3000 attorneys in the United States.  He is also AV rated by Martindale, which is the highest rating an attorney can receive.  Mr. Morrell also received the highest rating, "Preeminent Rating", by his peers, also thru Martindale Hubbel, or a 5 out of 5.  In addition, he was selected as one of California's Top 100 litigators for the State of California, by the American Society of Legal Advocates.  He is a member of the American College of Board Certified Attorneys (ACBCA).  He was also awarded the "Client Distinquish Award", given to only the top 1% of all attorneys in the US.

Mental Health & Addiction Law. My practice focuses exclusively on providing legal representation and consultation to families and individuals where untreated mental health or emotional challenges, drug or alcohol use, or addiction issues have resulted in family or non-family conflicts, safety concerns, or criminal charges.. I am committed to helping people who suffer from mental health, emotional issues and additions to be properly assessed and diagnosed by top professionals, and then to obtain the individualized treatment they need, and not simply punishment.  There is no "one size fits all" approach that will be successful, and we all know this. I work with with families and individuals, whether or not a crime is charged, to advocate for treatment, family safety, and supportive living options.

Kyle J. Wunderli is a homebgrown Californian whose life pursuits have been driven by a love for people and a passion for sports. Mr. Wunderli founded Big League Law in order to "go to bat" for the wrongfully injured. His firm is the natural extension of his skill set and desire to serve the people of his community. He has a knack for competition and a passion for fighting on behalf of others.

Kristin is a talented civil litigator who has devoted her career to protecting employee rights.  She zealously represents California employees in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, retaliation, breach of contract, and wage claims.. Having previously served as an extern to the California Supreme Court and also to Federal District Court Judge, the Honorable Troy L. Nunley, Kristin has a unique understanding of the behind the scenes processes of the state and federal courts.  She uses this experience to craft powerfully written briefs and persuasive oral arguments for her clients.. A graduate of the University of California at Berkeley, Kristin has a Bachelor’s degree in English Literature.  She earned her Juris Doctor at Santa Clara University School of Law, where she was awarded the Emery Merit Scholarship and Law Faculty Scholarship.

Kim Valentine received her Juris Doctorate degree with honors, from Western State University in 1997. She is licensed to practice law in Arizona and California. Ms. Valentine has dedicated her career in the practice of law to advocating for the injured and infirm. Her focus is to ensure that individuals are not needlessly exposed to unnecessary harm. Her clients ages span from newborn children to elderly as old as 104. She practices in the areas of elder abuse, medical malpractice, products liability, serious personal injury, and government tort claims litigation.. Ms. Valentine was the Orange County Trial Lawyers Association's Top Gun award recipient in 2008 and 2011 as the top Elder Abuse litigator.  She was also recognized in 2008 as a California Trial Lawyers Associations Street Fighter Award finalist.  In both 2007 and 2006 she was named as a Rising Star Super Lawyer by Los Angeles Magazine. She was also named a Super Lawyer in 2014, 2016, and 2016. In 2016, Super Lawyers Southern California Magazine also named her as one of the top 50 Orange County Lawyers.. Ms. Valentine serves on the Board of Governors for the Consumer Attorneys of California and is active in Consumer Attorneys of California Woman's Caucus. She is also a member of the Association of Trial Lawyers of America and the American Jurist Association. Ms. Valentine is the founder of Operation Helping Hands, a nonprofit that provides backpacks full of necessity items to the homeless population. She is one of the founding members and serves on the Board of Directors for Stop Elder Abuses, a nonprofit organization which educates the public on abuse. Ms. Valentine also serves on the advisory board for the nonprofit organization Together We Rise which is dedicated to improving the lives of foster children. Ms. Valentine served on the Board of Directors for the Orange County Trial Lawyers Association from 2007 through 2011. She is also a member of CAALA, OCTLA, OCBA, ABOTA, the American Association for Justice, the American Jurist Association.

Jonathan A. Rapel is an experienced trial attorney for Criminal Defense. He has completed over 2000 criminal cases throughout Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, Ventura, San Diego and San Bernardino Counties. His appearances throughout Southern California has made him into a trusted and well respected lawyer familiar with judges, prosecutors and fellow defense lawyers.. Jonathan has defended misdemeanor and felony DUI charges, domestic violence cases, theft, drug possession, violent crimes, white collar crimes, and hit and run offenses.  Jonathan has represented clients in both State and Federal court for crimes such as money laundering, drug trafficking, and homicide.. Mr. Rapel has devoted his career to the practice of law focusing on criminal defense and continues to help his clients in need of an experienced courtroom lawyer that is willing to fight the case instead of look for an easy way out. He knows how to guide his clients through a difficult process and will ensure you he has looked at every possibility to defend your case.

John has defended employers for over 20 years and is now putting that experience to work for you.  John is a trial lawyer who has tried employment cases before juries, judges and arbitrators, and he is one of a handful of lawyers who has tried and arbitrated wage and hour class actions to verdict.  He has litigated hundreds of employment lawsuits alleging wrongful termination, employment discrimination, sexual and other forms of harassment, wage and hour violations, retaliation, defamation and related torts.. John is now 100% dedicated to representing employees and vindicating their rights. However, over his lengthy career, John has extensive experience representing both employees and employers. Due to his years of representing and advising employers, John knows exactly how they think and understands the strategies they use to avoid responsibility for violating employees’ rights. John will put that experience to work for you.. John is also a teacher. He has been a labor law professor, and lectured extensively to human resources professionals regarding employment law compliance and best practices. As any good teacher, John believes knowledge and constant learning is the key to leading a happy and fulfilling life, and to overcoming any challenges in life, like the loss of a job or unfair treatment at work. John has authored a book—Risky Business: A California Employee’s Survival Guide—as well as numerous articles to educate employees.

Jim Alquist is a graduate of the American College of Law and has been in practice since 1998. Since then, he has represented clients as an Of Counsel trial attorney at the Law Office of Steven Zwick. With well-informed expertise on the ever-evolving laws protecting injury victims and their families, Jim has extensive experience in medical malpractice litigation and a multitude of other specialties involving personal injury and civil litigation. He utilizes his professional background and acuity to protect the rights of his clients — earning real people the compensation they truly deserve. Licensed to practice law in California’s state courts, Jim has devoted his practice to representing plaintiffs throughout California in various cases and has successfully litigated and recovered large settlements for his clients.

Jennifer R. Posey was admitted to the California Bar in 1991 graduating Magna Cum Laude and Salutorian from American College of Law with her Juris Doctorate in Law. Ms. Posey was also admitted to U.S. District Court, Central District of California.. Previously a professor of Appellate Advocacy and Evidence, Ms. Posey has been practicing in Family Law litigation, Child Custody, Child Support, Spousal Support, Dissolution, Property Divisions and related family law matters for nearly 30 years.. As a member of her legal community, Ms. Posey has served on the Orange County Superior Court Panel for Minor's Counsel.  Ms. Posey also serves as an Arbitrator on the Orange County Bar Fee Arbitration Panel since 1994 which makes her highly qualified to assist her clients in any fee disputes that they have had with other family law attorneys.. Known to some as the "QDRO Queen", Ms. Posey also specializes in the dreaded Qualified Domestic Relations Orders (QDROs), which are feared by all family law attorneys. Ms. Posey is also a licensed Real Estate Broker.. NOTE:   When messaging our office here on AVVO,  please be sure not to include any confidential information before we have cleared your file for a conflict check. Keeping your confidences is important to us!. Hobbies/Interests:  Golf, Painting and Vino, Day-Trading, Just Dance, web design, cosplay and old skool video games (Quake III, Half Life, Codename Eagle, Unreal Tournement & Team Fortress).

I spent the better part of my life working for litigation law firms. I started my career in law as a file clerk before going to law school and becoming a lawyer. I was blessed with many great mentor's, all of whom were litigators, and I planned to follow in their footsteps. But all that changed when one of them suddenly passed away.. Although he was a successful attoney with a family, he didn't have a plan in place. Without a plan in place, the family began the slow and painful process of navigating through the probate process. After seeing the devestation and impact it had, I left the life of civil litigation practice and opened my own firm dedicated to protecting families and helping them avoid the turmoil of failing to plan.. I've helped hundreds of clients create meaningful plans that will not only protect themselves, but also their families and finances. My clients have the freedom and peace of mind of knowing that regardless of what happens tomorrow their family will be taken care of.

I represent landlords, lenders and business owners in a wide variety of real estate and business disputes.  Efficiency, communication and results are paramount.

I represent and empower victims of wrongful employment practices to enforce their labor and employment rights.

I have been a practicing California attorney for almost 30 years. I received my Law Degree from Western State University College of Law in 1990 and passed the California Bar Exam the same year.  I was sworn in as an Attorney at Law on December 4, 1990.  I began handling California Lemon Law cases in 1991 and have handled thousands of California Lemon Law cases since then.  I have successufully resolved approximately 99% of the Lemon Law cases I have taken. I am an experienced trial attorney having tried several California Lemon Law cases to verdict in both jury and court trials.  I take cases on an hourly contingency basis and advance court costs on most cases.  If a case I take does not settle, or if it is not won at trial, I do not get paid.  I provide free consultations by phone or in person at my office.  My physical office is located in Mission Viejo, California but I take Lemon Law cases in all of Calfiornia.  I am always avaialble to answer questions or concerns of my clients and am honored when I am allowed to represent a client.

I believe in being positive and cherishing everyday of one's life as a present. I incorporate this positive and cooperative attitude in my legal practice and help my clients by maintaining civility and high integrity in the course of a legal issue or lawsuit.. I believe one should never compromise on ethical issues. Keeping a good sense of morality and high values helps me in my everyday life as well as in resolving my clients' problems better and more successfully.. Family and long-time friends are a high priority in my life. I come from a family of three children and have two children of my own who are both in college now.. I am an avid reader who likes many different types of books from the classics to modern day fiction such as works of John Grisham and Nelson DeMille. I love the beach and on any Sunday morning you can find me hiking in Dana Point or Laguna Beach.. I like to keep active and exercise regularly at the gym. This is a way to release the pressures of taking on people's problems and keeps my mind and body free of stress.. My favorite activity is traveling. I believe travel expands one's horizons and opens the mind to different cultures and interesting customs.

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 that allows me to help you succeed with practical, actionable advice. I can help you balance risks and benefits, resolve disputes, and write contracts that maximize your earnings potential and support your success. My ethics and interpersonal skills make me an excellent deal closer who will establish and maintain positive and productive relationships with your customers.. My litigation background for a Top 100 international law firm in insurance matters, premises and product liability, and commercial litigation informs my contracts expertise and helps me keep you out of the courtroom. I will also accept select matters for litigation in torts.. Equine law is a real passion for me, coming from my lifetime as a horse owner and exhibitor. I understand your love for your animals and can help you mitigate legal issues unique to horse owners.. Finally, while working for a Fortune 500 aerospace company as a manager I developed a love for coaching and mentoring people in job search or to help them advance their careers. All of my mentees have been able to improve their situations with my assistance.. Call me and let's discuss what I can do to help you.

I am passionate about attaining justice for my clients and have spent my entire career representing people in need throughout the State of California. I have tried an abundance of cases during my 40 plus years as an attorney, and settled many claims resulting in millions of dollars in recovery. My commitment to providing value is demonstrated by my willingness to always be accessible to my clients while delivering expertise, integrity, and tenacity.. As a member of the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum, one of the most prestigious groups of trial lawyers in the United States, he devotes his practice to fighting for those who are inexperienced in the system, the language, and the rules insurance companies use. Steven is admitted to practice in the State of California, and he obtained his Juris Doctor degree from Pepperdine University School of Law. He is a member of the Orange County Bar Association, the American Bar Association, and the Consumer Attorneys of California.I am admitted to represent clients in all the Federal District Courts, every Superior Court within the State of California, the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeal, and the United States Supreme Court. I try to stay active in my local community and support charities devoted to human rights and our military veterans.

Husband, Father, Sports fan, Foodie-in-training and Lawyer that enjoys helping others.

Fred Muscarella, Esq is a Certified Specialist in Probate, Trusts and Estates by the State Bar of California, Board of Legal Specialization. Fred previously clerked for honorable Judge Marjorie Laird Carter, former presiding Probate Judge of the Orange County Superior Court. Fred represents trustees, beneficiaries, executors, conservators, guardians and other fiduciaries. Fred's clients include family members, private professional fiduciaries and corporate fiduciaries. Fred has dedicated his practice to Estate Planning, Probate and Trusts for the past 10 years. Fred handles estate planning, tax counseling, elder law, estate, guardianship, conservatorship, trust administration , and all aspects of litigation through trial.

For the past 20 years I've practiced exclusively family law, spending 4-5 days a week in court settling matters whenever possible and otherwise going to hearing and prevailing on most all issues.  My approach is to be civil, kind and fair with opposing counsel and the parties at all times. I don't need to be aggressive or hostile to prevail in court.  I win with preparation, knowledge of the facts and law, passionate concern, superior intellect and courtoom skills developed over conducting hundreds if not thousands of hearings. I am the first attorney my colleagues ask for advise and the  last attorney my adversaries want to face inside the courtroom.. I stake my reputation on the opinions of my adversaries, judges, clerks, court reportsrs and deputies I have appeared before and who have watched me in their courtrooms day in and day out for two decades. I value my worth by my client's  satusfaction and gratitude for my dedicated service.. I've obtained sanctions awards of $100,000, $80,000 $67,000, and $50,000 against opposing parties whom I caught lying in court and frustrating the policy of promoting settlement while unnecessarily increasing the cost of litigation.. I have obtained hundreds if not thousands of clients shared custody rights and quality parenting time with their children.. I get darn near tearful with pride when I read my clients' testimonials.  It is their thanks for my hard work that makes it all worthwhile.

Experienced and highly qualified attorney with extensive in-house and law firm experience. Poven success and expertise as a deal maker, not a deal breaker. Creative, innovative solutions to difficult problems and challenges while being an exceptional communicator who effectively communicates and conveys complex matters in understandable terms, analyzing and assessing all client needs and risk factors, and crafting and reviewing legal and business-related documents and agreements to minimize risk while accomplishing business goals.

Everything will be allright in the end...If it's not allright, it's not the end.. Mr. Minna opened his own Law Practice in November 1995 and was ultimately invited to become a member of the prestigious American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA) and has been named a Lifetime Member the National Registry of Who=s Who . He has tried approximately thirty five (35) Civil Jury Trials (Auto v. Auto, Premises Liability, Product Liability, Breach of Contract and Medical Malpractice) and has handled nearly two thousand (2,000) cases with an approximate total in settlements and judgements in excess of fifteen million dollars ($15,). Mr. Minna is a Member of the California State Bar, a past Board member of the Orange County Trial Lawyers Association, admitted to practice in the all of the courts in the State of California as well as in Federal Court in the Central District of California and has served as a Judge Pro Tem for the Orange County Superior Court.. Mr. Minna’s lifetime of service has made him uniquely qualified to understand and personally respond to the needs of his clients, including keeping them completely informed about their case at every stage, while his experience and tenacity have proven his willingness and ability to stand up to the unsympathetic, cold and indifferent practices of the insurance and medical communities and their ruthless hired guns.. Mr. Minna began his Law Career in a boutique Personal Injury law firm in Newport Beach, CA handling a varied caseload, including auto accidents, Slip-Trip and Falls (premises Liability cases), dog bites, products liability and medical malpractice cases. The law firm went on to become one of the premier Breast Implant/Pharmaceutical Mass Tort firms in Southern California where Mr. Minna became a Partner within his first four (4) years of practice.. Mr. Minna, a proud Military and Law Enforcement veteran was raised in Southern California. He has been married to his wife Vicky for forty two (42) years, has four (4) sons and four (4) grandchildren (25 Yr. Old Granddaughter, Jordan, a U.S. Navy Veteran, 19 Yr. Old Grandson Jake, 4 Yr. Old Granddaughter, Brooklyn and 2 Yr. Old Grandson, Cody).. After graduation from Carson High School, he enlisted in the United States Air Force. In 1971, after a grueling period of intense training, including Army Airborne Parachuting and Ranger Mountain Climbing, Naval Second Class Scuba Diving, U.S. Air Force Aircrew Survival training and Emergency Combat Medical training (Honor Graduate), he was one (1) in approximately five thousand (5,000) applicants to graduate and earn the coveted Maroon Beret as an elite United States Air Force Pararescue Specialist, initially assigned in the South Pacific to assist in NASA=s Astronaut Recovery efforts, civilian and combat rescue/recovery duties.. After receiving an Honorable Discharge, Mr. Minna became a Sworn Police Officer with the Fountain Valley Police Department serving for eleven (11) years in patrol as a Senior Officer, Crime Scene Investigator, Police Reserve Coordinator, Field Training Officer (FTO), Undercover Special Enforcement (vice & drug operations), S.W.A.T. team (Sniper-FBI Trained), Detective (fraud/forgery, robbery homicide).. While working full time as a police officer, Mr. Minna earned his bachelor of Arts Degree from the University of California-Redlands and then his Juris Doctorate from Western State University College of Law, and was a member of the Delta Theta Phi Fraternity and Judge on the Student Body Court.. Mr. Minna began his Law Career in a boutique Personal Injury law firm in Newport Beach, CA handling a varied caseload, including auto accidents, Slip-Trip and Falls (premises Liability cases), dog bites, products liability and medical malpractice cases. The law firm went on to become one of the premier Breast Implant/Pharmaceutical Mass Tort firms in Southern California where Mr. Minna became a Partner within his first four (4) years of practice.

Educating people and helping them navigate and understand the estate planning process as well as the benefits of a well-crafted plan is my number one priority. I also work with the successor trustees and beneficiaries to ensure a smooth transition of wealth during a difficult time.. I have focused my practice on trusts, wills, powers of attorney, and trust administration. In my spare time I volunteer with a local non profit organization, Public Interest Advocacy Collaborative to help underserved communities.. Mr. Crumpton received his Juris Doctorate from the University Of San Diego School Of Law and received his bachelor's degree from San Diego State University.