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Defense Attorney with 19 years experience in the areas of criminal defense, civil litigation and administrative law. Authorized to practice in all California State Courts, Central District of the United States District Courts and the United States Supreme Court.  She represents a wide variety of clients charged with misdemeanors, felonies or faced with an accusation against their professional license.  She has been an active community participant throughout her legal career, having served on the Board of Directors for the Orange County Barristers as well as the Newport Beach Junior Chamber of Commerce. She spends much of her free time working with non profit/charitable organizations.

David A. Robinson is the Executive Partner of Holland & Knight's Newport Beach office. Martindale-Hubble AV+ rated for more than 30 years and a Southern California Super Lawyer, Mr. Robinson focuses in complex business trials and arbitrations, has appeared as counsel in over 10 states, and serves as outside general counsel and chief legal strategist for select clients.. Mr. Robinson's clientele includes corporations, limited liability companies, partnerships and other business entities, industry associations, governmental agencies, high-net-worth individuals and family offices. Licensed in California, Colorado and Nevada, Mr. Robinson has successfully prosecuted and defended cases involving real estate acquisition and development, land use, water rights, environmental and regulatory (e.g., Clean Air Act) disputes, unfair competition, trade secret misappropriation, corporate governance (e.g., disputes involving shareholder voting rights, stock buyouts, mergers, acquisitions, the appointment of provisional corporate directors and other corporate control issues), patent and trademark infringement, healthcare (on behalf of hospitals and physician groups), breach of contract, fraud, false arrest, defamation, product liability, wrongful death, First and Fifth Amendment, civil and voting rights, wrongful discharge, employment practices, Ponzi schemes and taxation,. In addition, Mr. Robinson has extensive experience litigating shareholder derivative actions filed in federal and state courts.. Before joining Holland & Knight, Mr. Robinson founded and served as the president of a business law firm that focused in trial, appellate, transactional, labor and real estate matters. After completing law school, he interned with the Hon. Joseph R. Grodin of the California Supreme Court.. Mr. Robinson presently serves as the chairman of the University of California at Riverside's A. Gary Anderson School of Business Dean's Council, formerly served as a member of the California State Bar Judicial Evaluations Nominations Commission (JNE), chairman of the Orange County Bar Association Legislative Affairs Committee, member of Chapman Law School's Board of Visitors, chairman of the Irvine Valley College Foundation, and as vice president of Finance and Strategic Planning for the Boy Scouts of America, Orange County Council.. Mr. Robinson's reported decisions include: Barnes, Crosby, FitzGerald & Zeman LLP v. Jerome L. Ringler, 212 Cal. App. 4th 172 (2012); Choi v. Orange County Great Park Corp, 175 Cal. App. 4th 524 (2009); Ekstrom v. Marquesa at Monarch Beach Homeowners Association, 168 Cal. App. 4th 1111 (2008); Joseph P. Saline v. Superior Court (Commonwealth Energy Corporation), 100 Cal. App. 4th 909 (2002); and Videotape Plus Inc. v. Lyons, 89 Cal. App. 4th 156 (2001).

Darlynn Morgan founded Morgan Law Group in July, 2005 because she saw a need; and she saw that her unique story and talents could be used to make a difference in the lives of her clients.. Darlynn graduated in the top 15% in her law school class from Loyola Law School in Los Angeles, California in 1996.  While at Loyola Law School, Darlynn was a member of the prestigious Loyola Law Review and was awarded the American Jurisprudence Award for Community Property and Family Law.  After graduation, Darlynn served as a judicial law clerk to the Honorable John E. Ryan, a federal judge in the 9th Circuit from 1996 - 1997.  She subsequently practiced at a premier business litigation firm in Orange County.. In 2001 Darlynn became a founding member of the Board of Directors of Mission Valley Bank, a community business bank in Los Angeles. She is also a member of Wealth Counsel, LLC, a national organization of trusts and estates attorneys and other legal, tax and business professionals who maintain the highest level of knowledge and expertise through collaboration and continuing their education on advanced planning topics.. Darlynn is frequently quoted and published in various publications including the Daily Journal.  In 2007 Southern California Lawyer named Darlynn a Super Lawyer, which is awarded to the top 5% of lawyers in southern California.. She is happily married to Gary and is the proud mother to her son Britton.. To read more about what our clients have to say go to: Law Group1500 Quail St, #540, Newport Beach, CA 92660

Dane Gilliam has a diverse background which makes him particularly suited to practice in the area of Workers’ Compensation. After litigating medical malpractice, premises liability and motor vehicle claims, Dane changed his practice focus over 10 years ago to concentrate exclusively on Workers’ Compensation. He is a 2008 graduate of the University of La Verne College of Law, and also received his Masters in Business Administration from that University. While earning his undergraduate degree in legal studies at University of California, Santa Cruz, Dane was a captain on the men’s volleyball team and was honored as an All American. Dane considers it a privilege to help injured workers in California obtaining the treatment, benefits, and settlements that they deserve.

Criminal Defense & Professional License Defense Representation in Orange CountyAs a highly qualified and experienced Laguna Beach criminal defense attorney who has advocated on behalf of individuals throughout the Orange County area for more than 25 years, I know what is at stake in cases involving serious criminal allegations or accusations of dishonesty, malpractice, or fraud. I have aggressively represented clients facing DUI charges, sex crime accusations, and drug charges. Your livelihood, your future, and your freedom may be hanging in the balance, but I am wholly devoted to helping you secure the results you need to move forward with your life.. Whether you have been arrested, a loved one has been accused of a crime, you are being investigated by a licensing board, or you are facing allegations by a licensing board, I can help protect your rights. By choosing my firm, you will be represented by me directly, which means you will have individual, one-on-one access to a skilled professional who is personally invested in the success of your case.. Proudly Serving the Orange County for Over 25 YearsUnlike most firms, I do not keep my clients at a distance or in the dark. I make every effort to keep you informed of your rights and any case developments. You are unique and so are the facts involved in your case, and you deserve legal advocacy that recognizes your side of the story. We have years of criminal defense experience in Laguna Beach, Laguna Hills, and Orange County.. Avid Hiker, Backcountry Hiking, Camping.  I love to play basketball, surf, snowboard. and be organized.

Cory Birkhauser is an associate business attorney with the Orange County, California law firm of Brown and Streza, LLP.  His practice centers on representing investors and issuers in corporate transactions, including seed stage, venture capital, venture debt and private equity financings, mergers and acquisitions, and general corporate representative matters.  Cory regularly advises entrepreneurs, companies, and their management on a broad range of corporate governance responsibilities, equity incentive plans and arrangements, employment matters, intellectual property issues, regulatory compliance, and commercial transactions.  He also has experience in the acquisition and disposition of real estate, fund formation and structuring and drafting complex commercial agreements, such as joint venture, strategic alliance and technology license agreements across various industries.. Prior to joining Brown and Streza, Cory was a Senior Staff Accountant with a boutique accounting firm, where he advised clients on the tax implications of partnership and corporate mergers, acquisitions, reorganizations, restructurings, dispositions, and distressed assets/debt within consumer products, financial services, real estate, and retail industries.  He also has personal start-up experience building his own company and sharing in the joys and struggles of the entrepreneurs he now represents.. Cory earned his LL.M. in taxation from Loyola University and his Juris Doctor from The John Marshall University in Chicago.  He also has a Bachelors degree in mathematics/economics from the University of California at Los Angeles.. When he’s not at work, Cory can usually be found spending time with his wife, Jennifer, and three kids, Braden, Connor and Hudson.  He also enjoys competing in marathons and half-Ironman competitions.

Conner is a Certified Specialist in Estate Planning, Trust, and Probate Law with a Master's Degree in Taxation Law at Empirical Wealth Management in Newport Beach, California.. Conner is well-versed in estate tax avoidance strategies and Proposition 13 reassessment mitigation strategies. Conner uses a variety of planning tools, including Grantor Trusts, Life Insurance Trusts, Business Entities, and Charitable Trusts.. Focus: Estate planning (wills/trusts), estate administration (trust/probate), tax, and wealth planning. Trusts and 401(k)s, IRAs, and other retirement vehicles.. Licensed in California and Washington State.

Colleen is a Partition Attorney with Experience in Civil Litigation and Family Law at Talkov Law Partition Attorneys.. Colleen has the experience, skill, and knowledge to advocate for the best interests of her clients.. Her accolades as an attorney include a 10 out of 10 rating by Justia, being named as one of the Best Family Lawyers in Riverside by Expertise, a Lead Counsel Rating by Thomson Reuters as a Family Law Attorney, and being featured by the The Los Angeles Times in such articles as: "When Bill and Melinda Gates divorce, who gets the 66,000-square-foot mansion?". Colleen is a native Southern Californian who attended Northern Arizona University and went on to earn her Juris Doctorate from California Southern Law School in Riverside, California.. However, Colleen’s journey in the legal profession actually began when she was in high school, where she earned numerous accolades as the Pre-Trial Attorney for the Murrieta Valley High School Mock Trial Team. Colleen also spent her time as a student attorney in her local Youth Court program, prosecuting and defending fellow adolescents charged with criminal infractions in Murrieta, California.. Colleen went on to gain invaluable knowledge and understanding of the intricacies of the court system and insight into the judicial process during her time as a Superior Court Clerk for the Superior Court of California, County of Riverside.. Colleen effectively advocates for her clients’ legal rights in all stages of litigation and ensures their emotional needs are met inside and outside of the courtroom. Colleen is a skilled and compassionate attorney who offers options to clients who are looking for or need someone who can fight for them, in a way that they have not yet discovered.. Colleen is an active member of the Pick Group of Riverside Young Professionals, the Riverside County Bar Association, and the California Lawyers Association.

Chudnovsky Law is a top-rated professional license and criminal defense law firm. Our team of Former Prosecutors and defense attorneys have 75+ yrs experience defending 1000's of clients. When your reputation and career are at stake, your choice of attorney matters. You can rely on our training, expertise, and inside knowledge of the legal system to achieve the best outcome possible for you.. AWARDS AND RATINGS. PROFESSIONAL LICENSE DEFENSE. Vigorous legal defense of licensed professionals and businesses state-wide during licensure, investigation, accusation, probation, and disciplinary matters involving 50+ California and Federal agencies, including:. CRIMINAL DEFENSE. Representing clients under law enforcement investigation or charged with any misdemeanor or felony offense in State and Federal courts in Southern California.. The firm defends clients at all phases of criminal prosecution, including pre-filing defense to stop a case before it begins, pre-trial defense to resolve the matter before it gets to trial, and trial defense. The firm has a special competence in representing licensed professionals and non-citizen immigrants charged with a criminal offense.

Chris Guldjian co-founded Guldjian | Fasel (now Chris and Frank Accident Attorneys) to offer bold, client-focused representation in personal injury, car accidents, and wrongful-death cases. He began his legal career clerking for the Los Angeles Superior Court in Long Beach and the Huntington Beach City Attorney’s office, then gained trial experience at leading plaintiff firms.. Believing that impartial jurors deliver true justice, Chris has guided many cases to verdict and negotiated landmark settlements worth millions. His high-profile litigation against a mental health facility garnered front-page coverage in the Orange County Register.. Chris holds a B.A. in Political Science and International Relations from Cal State Long Beach and a J.D. from Whittier Law School, graduating top of his class with a pretrial litigation award.. He has earned top ratings from Super Lawyers, Nolo, Best Lawyers, and Avvo and regularly publishes and speaks on legal topics.. An active member of OCTLA, CAOC, and CAALA, Chris is also devoted to his church and family life with his wife and three children.

Chosen OC Metro's "Top Criminal Attorney" 2014 and 2013, National Trial Lawyers Association "Top 100 Trial Attorneys" 2014, 2015 and 2016, Avvo Client Choice Award 2013 and 2014.. Hundreds of Cases Dismissed. University of Windsor Law School Graduate. Licensed in California and Law Society of Upper Canada

California licensed attorney Thomas A. Fasel is the founding partner of Fasel, Fasel & Nefulda.  Mr. Fasel graduated Magna Cum Laude from the University of Notre Dame, Law School, obtaining his highly specialized Master of Law (LL.M.) degree in International and Comparative Law.   While studying in London, U.K., he was taught by the world's leading international faculty and professionals and gained a specialized understanding and practice in the areas of International Trade, Carriage of Goods by Sea, Latin American Trade, European Intellectual Property, European Union Law and European/United States Comparative Sales Law.  In addition, he wrote his thesis on the emerging necessity of the introduction of the electronic bill of lading.

California Collection Attorney who specializes in recovery of bad debts and Judgment EnforcementOur California Collection Attorneys collect commercial claims, foreclosures, loans, promissory notes and other types of debt obligations. Our Collection Lawyers will provide services on Hourly or contingent fees. We are a law firm, not a collection agency. Greenbaum Law Group LLP doesn't send whinny letters or make threatening phone calls. Our California Collection Lawyers sue debtors! We do it fast and aggressively. We take steps to get your money back quickly and effectively with maximum client service, honesty and adequate staffing. See our website at . We also enforce judgments other lawyers have obtained but haven't collected as well as enforcing judgments obtained in states other than California.

Brianna Younglove is a partner at Younglove Law Group. She received her B.A. in Political Science with a Minor in International Studies from the University of California, Irvine. She then received her J.D. from Chapman University Fowler School of Law. She has years of experience in personal injury handling a wide range of cases, even before becoming a licensed attorney. Her passion, knowledge, and creativity in the field have enabled her to obtain amazing results for her clients.

Brian Chase is a passionate personal injury attorney who understands what you are going through and will protect your rights.. Brian Chase practices injury law in California and has been a partner at Bisnar Chase since 1993.. Brian represents plaintiffs who have been injured in car accidents, work injuries, auto defects and catastrophic injuries.

Brian C. Harty was born in Chicago, Illinois. He graduated from the University of Notre Dame and the University of California, Berkeley School of Law. He was admitted to the New York Bar in 2003, the California Bar in 2009, and is a Certified Specialist in Family Law by the State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization.. After graduating from Berkeley, Brian lived in New York City where he was a corporate transactional attorney with the law firm of Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP, one of the nation’s premier corporate law firms. At Skadden, Arps, Brian’s practice focused on a variety of securities and banking transactions typically valued in excess of several hundred million dollars. He worked on sophisticated transactions, such as, mergers and acquisitions, initial public offerings, high yield debt offerings and the formation of private equity and hedge funds.. After leaving corporate law, Brian followed his passion to Family Law. Prior to founding Harty Family Law, Brian was a lead attorney with one of Southern California’s most highly regarded family law firms.. Brian is an alumnus of the ABA/National Institute for Trial Advocacy’s Family Law Trial Advocacy Institute as well as the National Institute of Trial Advocacy Civil Trial Skills program, both nationally preeminent trial programs.. Brian is a member of the OCBA Legislative Resolutions Committee. The Committee drafts resolutions and also reviews resolutions proposed by other bar associations and legal entities.  Successful approved resolutions may be used by the Conference to lobby for changes to California law.. Brian is a member of the Banyard Inn of Court and a Fellow of the Society of Fellows of the Orange County Bar Foundation. He is a member of the Family Law sections of both the Orange County Bar Association and the State Bar of California as well as a member of the Association of Certified Family Law Specialists (ACFLS).. Brian is a private pilot and has flown throughout the United States. Brian currently lives in Orange County with his two children.

Brendan Burns is the Founder and Principal of Burns Law Group, APC, a California law firm focused on representing plaintiffs in personal injury claims, and injured employees in the workers' compensation system.. Prior to forming Burns Law Group, APC, Brendan spent several years working for a highly reputable Orange County legal defense firm. In this role, Brendan successfully defended insurance companies through utilization of aggressive litigation strategies and tactics. Over the years, Brendan negotiated multiple favorable settlements, and obtained several defense verdicts and "take nothings" at Trial.. At Burns Law Group, APC, Brendan now utilizes his legal skills and injury law expertise to advocate for his personal injury and workers compensation clients. Having represented several insurance companies, he understands the various strategies and tactics insurance companies try to employ, and is able to use this information against them. This unique skill has allowed Brendan to successfully secure multiple high dollar settlements and dispositions for his clients.. By launching Burns Law Group, APC, Brendan is able to help his clients secure the necessary compensation they deserve for personal injuries, stemming from automobile accidents, and trip and falls, as well as for employees who sustain a work-related injury.. When he is not working, Brendan enjoys spending quality time with his wife, Haasty Burns, who is also an accomplished attorney at a prominant Orange County law firm, and his beautiful, young daughter, Sadie Burns.  Like other Southern California residents, they enjoy many outdoor family activities, including walks on the beach, hiking, and playing tennis together on the weekends.

Braydon is a second-generation trial attorney at Bentley & More, whose practice focuses on personal injury.. Braydon graduated from Azusa Pacific University with a Bachelor’s degree in Business Marketing. After 3 years in advertising, he felt a desire to find a career where he could better help others. This is how he began his path to the legal profession and enrolled as a full-time student at Western State College of Law. After ranking top in his class the first year, Braydon transferred to Pepperdine Caruso School of Law whew he continued to excel in his legal studies. He graduated cum laude honors and was awarded CALI achievement awards for Legal Research and Writing and Remedies.. Braydon was selected as a 2024 Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America for exceptional work in Personal Injury Litigation . He was also invited to the 2024 prestigious National Trial Lawyers Top 40 Under 40 organization. Braydon was on the trial team for a $2.584 Million Jury Verdict on behalf of a client involved in a motorcycle collision and has passionately advocated for his clients securing multiple policy limit settlements accumulating over a million dollars in settlements.. Braydon is dedicated to serving others and his compassion and kindness are just some of the many attributes that make him a prime advocate for his clients.. Area Of Practice: Personal Injury. Awards:. Education:. Pepperdine Caruso School of Law, Malibu, CA. Western State College of Law, Irvine, CA. Undergrad:

Born and raised in Southern California, Jesse Melendrez graduated from California State University of Long Beach with a Bachelors of the Arts studying Psychology and Political Science. During college, he was a part of a small team of researchers that studied the relationship between short term memory and creative thought. The findings of this study achieved publication.. Compelled by his desire to assist meritorious causes to achieve greater results, Jesse Melendrez attended Rutgers School of Law in New Jersey. There he studied under several of the brightest minds in the forefront of their respective fields of law. He learned the importance of effective representation by assisting individuals in legal clinics in matters ranging from protecting victims of domestic violence to estate planning. He learned the importance and gravity of proper trial preparation and implementation through the thorough trial programs at Rutgers, interning for the OC District Attorney, and interning for Judge Hillman of the United States District Court.. During law school, Jesse Melendrez earned the title of Notes Editor with the Rutgers Journal of Law and Public Policy. This experience further sharpened his research and writing abilities which assist him to this day in his career.. After earning his Juris Doctorate from Rutgers School of Law, Jesse Melendrez passed both the California and Washington State Bar Exams. Having graduated law school in 2008 at only 25 years old, Jesse Melendrez has the benefit of almost a decade of legal experience to support in the representation of his clients.. Since then, he has represented some of the largest Credit Unions in the United States. A privilege and responsibility that he takes seriously. In addition, he has represented clients in workers’ compensation matters since 2009. He is a member of several bar associations, both local and national. Whenever practical, he loves to travel, explore new environments, experience music and witness the beauty that the world has to offer.

Bill Keith represents clients in the areas of business litigation, class actions, securities, legal malpractice, and insurance coverage. He has successfully tried multiple cases to verdict, both as lead counsel and as a member of trial teams. Bill has an excellent record on appeals before the Ninth Circuit and the California and Florida Courts of Appeal, where he has several published decisions.. Bill was selected to the Southern California Super Lawyers® list in 2024 and was previously selected as a Super Lawyers® Rising Star seven years in a row. Bill is rated “AV Preeminent” by Martindale-Hubbell.. Bill believes in a proactive approach to litigation and trial preparation, which starts with a thorough and early assessment of a client’s claims and defenses, the case’s potential outcomes, and litigation themes. He knows clients are only able to make informed business decisions about how to manage and settle disputes—or when to go to trial—when they have a clear idea of the landscape and risks that lie ahead.. Bill’s business litigation practice encompasses disputes involving misappropriation of trade secrets, unfair competition, breaches of fiduciary duty, and partnership disputes. Bill has significant experience representing clients in the financial services industry in a variety of contexts.. In his class action practice, Bill defends manufacturers, food producers, and other clients in claims brought under consumer protection laws (California’s Consumer Legal Remedies Act, Unfair Competition and False Advertising Law, and New York General Business Law) and other statutes and theories. He has experience with actions involving “Made in America” claims and claims that products violate regulations issued by the FTC, USDA, and other agencies.. Bill graduated from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill with a degree in Business Administration. He earned his law degree from Florida State University College of Law, where he graduated cum laude and Order of the Coif. Bill is admitted to practice law in California and Florida.. Bill’s volunteer work includes acting as pro bono counsel in connection with San Diego’s Casa Cornelia Law Center. He successfully represented a journalist seeking asylum in the United States after the client was forced to flee his Central American country on account of state-sponsored persecution.

Aubrey is the Founding Attorney and CEO of NovoFlex Counsel Inc.  Prior to founding NovoFlex Counsel, Aubrey served as legal advisor to some of the most well-known tech disruptors (Broadcom, Fitbit and a joint venture between Google and Johnson & Johnson to name a few).  This experience not only honed Aubrey’s expertise in contract drafting and negotiation but also in managing risks, devising preventive legal strategies, and resolving complex workplace issues.  Throughout Aubrey's career, a recurring observation was the significant challenge businesses face due to rising legal costs and limited resources preventing businesses from proactively managing the inherent risks of business operations.  Recognizing this gap, Aubrey envisioned NovoFlex Counsel as a dedicated partner providing legal services tailored to meet the specific needs of small to mid-sized businesses and support in-house legal teams in navigating legal and compliance complexities efficiently. With a robust background as a seasoned in-house legal professional, Aubrey brings a wealth of experience in providing sensible legal counsel and operational support to organizations across various industries.

Attorney Robert Burch has practiced exclusively in family law for his entire career and has handled all types of family law matters. Attorney Burch has focused his career on representing business owners and handling complex marital estates. He has worked on marital estates involving as much as five hundred fifty million dollars and his clients have received child support and spousal support awards as high as $125,000 per month.. Attorney Burch also focuses on child custody matters and has litigated several international custody cases. He was one of the primary attorneys in the well-publicized international custody case described by the media as the "Baby Santina case." In the "Baby Santina" case, Burch and his co-counsel defeated a team of four attorneys led by Gloria Allred.. Burch was recognized by OC Metro Magazine in 2011-2016 as one of the top family law attorneys in Orange County. He has also earned the highest rating (10.0) from the lawyer rating agency AVVO in the area of family law. In 2008 Super Lawyers magazine rated him as a "Rising Star" in family law. In every year since 2015 he was selected as a Super Lawyer in family law for Southern California.. He has served on the executive commitee for the Orange County Bar Asociation family law section since 2016.  In 2021 he was elected as President of the family law section.

Attorney Ledger is the founder of The Ledger Law Firm, a Leading Wrongful Death & Catastrophic Injury Firm, with offices in California, Washington & Texas.. As part of our commitment to our clients, we always try to respond as quickly and carefully as possible to your legal needs. We try to temper the speed of our service with the need to be thorough. We don't want just to take care of your legal needs quickly, we want to take care of them correctly.. We promise to try to get you the results you need and deserve. This can only be accomplished by having experienced, dedicated legal professionals on your side.

Attorney John D. Rogers is an Orange County criminal defense attorney based out of Newport Beach. He exclusively dedicates his practice to criminal defense representing clients standing accused in state and federal court. He has successfully defended clients accused of money laundering, wire fraud, bank fraud, attempted murder, drug trafficking, domestic violence, computer crimes, manslaughter, and sex crimes. He has developed a reputation in southern California for representing local police officers and federal agents charged with alleged crimes while on-duty. He offers the resources and experience to handle any legal problem with unmatched service and personal attention. Mr. Rogers stands ready to undertake complex criminal cases from grand jury investigations to jury trial.

Attorney James S. Sweeney has practiced criminal defense for the entire duration of his 30+ year legal career which makes him well-qualified as an Orange County criminal defense attorney. Throughout his career as an attorney, he’s handled thousands of cases that cover the entire spectrum of criminal law.. His law focus is on DUI charges, alcohol charges, drug charges, felony cases, misdemeanor cases and clearing records for clients. He knows just how important it is to have one area of focus, rather than working as a general practice attorney, so that he can best serve his clients. He’s able to dig deep in to criminal laws and keep up to date with changing legislation so that he knows the best way to proceed with each case in order to obtain the desired results for the client. He serves the residents of Los Angeles and those in all of the surrounding communities in Orange County.