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I've been a lawyer for over 25 years now, focusing almost exclusively on Family Law for all of those years. I am in excellent standing with the State Bar of California and have never had any disciplinary actions taken against me by the Bar. (You would be surprised how many attorneys have.) Also, in over 25 years of practice, I have never paid for advertising, including with AVVO...no internet, no newspaper, no radio advertising. I don't even have a website. 100% of my work comes from referrals from other other happy clients or people who have seen my reviews online. This is because I'm honest, I charge a reasonable fee, I work hard, and I get great results. While I can never guarantee those results, I'm confident that you'll be happy with my work. (Google my name and you will see that I have almost nothing but 5-star reviews anywhere on the internet.). I help all types of clients with their Family Law cases...everything from standard, middle-class earners, to high-asset, and high-profile cases. Please feel free to contact my office to set up a telephone, or in-office consultation.. THE KOSNER FIRM. Handling all areas of FAMILY LAW since 1994, including:. • General Family Law. • Mediation. • Divorce / Dissolution / Annulment / Legal Separation. • Prenuptial Agreements / Postnuptial Agreements / Cohabitation Agreements. • Child Custody and Visitation. • Spousal Support (Alimony). • Child Support. • Modification of Support, Visitation, or Custody. • Restraining Orders / Domestic Violence. • Property Division. • Pension / Retirement Division. • Move-Away Requests. • Document Preparation or Review. • Qualified Domestic Relations Orders (QDRO's). Please contact me if you have any of these issues. My staff and I will work extra hard to make you happy.. NOTE: We offer free 30-minute consultations by telephone, or you can pay a flat rate of $100 for an in-office consultation. You will receive a lot of valuable information at the consultation, and if you choose to hire my firm, the $100 will be applied to your retainer, making the consultation free.

I  have been a Trial Lawyer since 1987 and tried my first case before a Jury  representing the victim of a motorcycle accident in 1988 in San Diego Superior Court. I obtained a substantial verdict for the client.. Since then, I  continue to represent  injury victims in automobile/motorcycle accidents, Falls,Defective product litigation and serious and catastrophic injury victims in personal injury cases.. I have tried cases  before the Jury in almost all Counties in the State of California and particularly, San Diego, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Kern, Fresno, Tulare and Alameda Counties.. My Firm is dedicated to  Client relationship first and foremost. We work hard and educate clients of the process. A better educated Client is better equipped to meet  Today's challenges in litigation . Our experience together with client education always give an edge  for our clients to meet the challenges of court experience.. Above all  I enjoy helping people in need and  am always available to listen.. On a personal note I like to travel and listen to my favorite singer Andrea Bocelli.

I specialize in representing public agency and mutual water company water suppliers.  I am well versed with all water system operations and has great expertise in rate-setting (e.g., Proposition 218) and financing matters.  I also have much experience in real estate matters, including purchases and sales, commercial leases, development and easement issues.  Lastly, I enjoy working with small businesses and can assist with formation issues, as well as ongoing operational issues.

I represent individuals and families to help them protect themselves and their loved ones so they can leave the legacy they want.

I received my undergraduate degree in Mathematics from Immaculate Heart College in Los Angeles.  I also received my JD degree and LL.M. (taxation) from Loyola Law School.  I am a Certified Elder Law Attorney and a Certified Estate Planning, Trust and Probate Specialist, which has been highlighted in the 2010 Southern California Super Lawyers publication. I am the immediate past-President of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys, a national organization of about 4,300 lawyers practicing in the field of elder law.. I am the author of several chapters for California Continuing Education of the Bar, including chapters on compensation for guardians of the person, administration of special needs trusts, probate family allowances and homesteads.  I am also a 2007 Spirit of CEB recipient.I am an adjunct professor at Loyola Law School, teaching Elder Law.I have two sons, both of whom are Eagle Scouts.

I have exclusively practiced CRIMINAL DEFENSE for 33 years. I began my career as a Deputy Public Defender supervising a DUI court and working in the Major Crimes Unit. During the years that I worked as an Attorney for the County in the Sacramento and Los Angeles area, I represented adults and juveniles charged with misdemeanor and felony offenses such as theft, domestic violence, assault, drugs, DUI, vehicular manslaughter and hit and run cases. In 1997 I opened my own practice specializing in all matters of Criminal Defense. Over the years I also spent time contracting with firms working exclusively DUI's and related administrative proceedings. My practice continues to focus on those adults and juveniles charged with Criminal or DUI offenses in court and at the DMV. My clients are guaranteed that I will personally handle all aspects of their case and will always have easy access and constant communication with me.. Represent and personally handle the cases of those charged with Criminal and DUI offenses which includes misdemeanors, felonies and DMV proceedings.

I have dedicated my law practice, which I've owned for the last 45 years, to representing victims of vehicular accidents and other forms of negligence, and representing police officers, firefighters, and other sworn public safety officers injured or killed in the line of duty (workers' compensation, for SWORN personnel, only).. I have represented over 5,000 sworn, public safety officers, from more than 75 different agencies at the state, county and local levels, in their workers' compensation and/or personal injury and wrongful death claims.. I spent 6 years as a Military Policeman in the Army National Guard in the 1970s, graduating 4th in my class of 144 MPs in the U.S. Army Military Police School at Fort Gordon, GA, in Dec. 1971, and have always been keenly interested in, and supportive of, police work and those who serve in it (as well as the Fire Service.). Some of my staff of over 20 people have worked for me for over 30 years, and we have a lot of expertise and continuity on both my support staff and the professional staff (attorneys and paralegals) who work for me.. I have for many years, been a member of the Board of Directors of the California Applicants' Attorneys Association (CAAA), the statewide bar association of the claimants' attorneys, with over 1000 members. We not only fight for the rights and benefits of injured workers in the courts, but I have also lobbied several times in the State Capitol in Sacramento, to achieve legislative improvements in the workers' compensation laws of this state.

I have been practicing in the Pasadena area for the past 12 years.  My practice started in the area of bankruptcy, tax controversy, corporate and entity formation, and estate planning. It evolved into a litigation practice dealing with all aspects of civil litigation, from construction defect to partnership disputes, both in state and federal court.  Eventually, I found a niche in the family law, estate planning, and probate fields with continued interest in representing consumers. My staff and I pride ourselves for our prompt responsiveness and attention to the client beyond their immediate needs, thus providing a solution oriented legal practice.

I have been practicing in the areas of corporate and real estate transactions for 28 years.  In the corporate area, I handle mergers, stock and asset purchase and sale transactions, private offereings, entity structuring, employment and buy-sell agreements, corporate governance and general business contracts.  In the real estate area, my practice includings commercial property acquistions, securing financing on behalf of lenders and borrowers, complex title issues, lease (ground, office and reatail) transactions, and licensing and easement arrangements.. I am also a founding partner of AFRCT, LLP, which is a full-service law firm headquartered in Pasadena, California.  Our 35+ lawyers can service most every legal need encountered by today's businesses, including litigation, appeals, bankruptcy, corporate, real estate, employment, executive compensation, tax and estate planning, as well as a signficant lender liability defense practice.  We have offices in California, Oregon and Washington.

I feel passionate about representing people who have either been seriously injured or have lost loved ones as the result of mistakes made by others.  Those people have to not only deal with the fact that their lives are forever changed by the physical and emotional pain that has been inflicted on them through no fault of their own, but they also have to fight against the insurance company for the person or company who caused their injury or loss.  That insurance company is willing to spend any amount of money, and do anything, to find a way to underpay for what was done to them.  The insurance company cares nothing about fairness or justice, only saving money.  Nothing brings me more satisfaction than fighting hard for my clients as their voice against this insurance industry and getting fairness and justice for them.. I specialize, as does my entire firm, in representing the seriously injured.  The cases range from significant automobile accidents to dangerous conditions of property (private or governmental) to construction site accidents to products liability claims to dog bites incidents.. I and my firm have been practicing at trial lawyers for over 30 years and we bring that experience and commitment to every case.. For more information about me and my entire firm, go to

I exclusively sue background check companies for background check report errors. If your background check report contains convictions that doesn't belong to you, conviction older than 7-years, wrong level of charge or wrong charge call us. Free consultation, no recovery no fee.

I do this to help people. I take the approach that working with an attorney should be simple and not as difficult as often made to be. My response to your questions generally begin with a counseling, "Yes, if... " rather than an absolute "No!" My aggressiveness is saved for the zealous representation for those adversaries that run counter to  my client's pursuit of justice. I prepare my cases as they should be, to go to trial. We have no qualms about taking your case the distance and are prepared to do so in each and every case.. I graduated law school in 2002. Rather than immediately practicing, I owned and operated a business for four years providing everyday people access to the American Dream. Learning the fundamentals of business, real estate, financing and employee rights was a proper foundation and invaluable to my overall business insight.. Next, my legal knowledge and everyday experience allowed me to share my legal acumen as an adjunct professor of legal studies for an American Bar Association certified legal program. Here, I relished in providing young minds the fundamentals of various legal fields and civil procedure framework. I truly believe the best way to master and sharpen any professional expertise is to do so through the art of teaching others.. Over the past years, I have met and worked for some great attorneys and law firms. Having mentors that you can learn a degree of skill from is essential in the practice of law. Under the tutelage of these fine attorneys, I learned the art of litigation including real estate, family, employment, criminal, personal injury (products liability and environmental tort), taxation and bankruptcy (debt) law. Honing my legal skills in these areas of practice would provide me the ability to provide my clients with the best representation from advocacy, skills of negotiation, litigation and all the way through trial team work.. Now, as a licensed attorney I have the luxury in private practice to work with clients in need of my service. I get to know my clients well, and work with them to provide the solutions that best resolve the legal issues they may encounter in their daily lives. We are a client-oriented firm and are zealous in our pursuit of justice on their behalf.  Call or Email today, we can help.

I care deeply about my clients and fight aggressively on their behalf.  I have represented individuals from all walks of life in both state and federal court, including business professionals, teachers, medical doctors, members of the entertainment industry and service employees, as well as business entities.  Clients come to me with their freedom at stake and lives in danger of ruin when they find themselves being criminally investigated, or after they have been charged.  Many of my clients are referred to me by other lawyers who have the utmost faith and trust in my ability to fight hard and tenaciously.. I am a graduate of Harvard Law School and Harvard College, and an accomplished, award-winning criminal defense attorney.  I am also an adjunct law professor, and Emmy award-winning broadcast TV legal analyst who frequently appears on local and network media outlets, as well as on radio programs.   Before starting my law firm, I worked for two large law firms, and also served as a federal prosecutor in the Los Angeles U.S. Attorney's Office.  As a prosecutor I tried 60 cases to verdict (never losing a jury trial) and tried numerous high-profile, precedent-setting cases, including the 1985 kidnapping, torture and murder of DEA Special Agent Enrique Camarena in Mexico.  This experience as a prosecutor has been invaluable because as a criminal defense attorney, I know how prosecutors strategize and think as they investigate and charge people with crimes.  I am able to carefully dissect a prosecutor's case to find the weaknesses and flaws, which makes me a tough negotiator, as well as highly effective in front of judges and juries.. Please call or email me to discuss your personal situation, and be confident that I will be your be your best and trusted advocate.  The consultation is free of charge.. (Spanish translation: Por favor llámeme o mándeme su mensaje a través de email para discutir su situación personal, and esté seguro que yo seré su mejor abogado, y de completa confianza.  La consulta es gratis.)

I believe that people typically contact attorneys and mediators because they are involved in conflicts and disputes and are seeking help solving them. The beginning impacts the end. The "beginning," in this regard, is not that which led to your current situation; rather, it is the "beginning" of how you choose to handle your conflicts and disputes. Your first moves and decisions greatly impact whether the level of conflict increases or decreases, among many other things. I assist people in bridging the gap between them, regardless of the size. I help de-escalate conflicts and facilitate problem-solving. As angry as you may be, keep in mind that fighting and "winning" don't solve problems and that mediators, peacemakers and bridge builders are not needed in times of peace and absence of conflict. Working together, people understand each other's perspectives and reach agreements quickly and efficiently, saving time, money and stress. Rather than merely helping broker a deal, I strive to facilitate mutually acceptable, achievable and durable solutions to problems that take into account the interests and needs of all involved. Before completing college, I had several experiences with different fields of our legal system. On each occasion, I failed to see how anyone could refer to it as a "justice system" with a straight face. When I decided to apply to law school, I never intended on practicing law. Instead, I thought that if I better understood the law and the inner workings of our legal system, I could use my knowledge to help steer people away from getting involved with the system in the first place. Had I known about mediation then, there's no question I would have pursued a career in mediation at that time. My background and life experiences led me to pursue a career in mediation and motivate me to spend the time I spend doing the research and writing I do, using the social media, and otherwise trying to constantly gain more knowledge and improve my skills, while also working tirelessly to try and educate people about the realities of our legal system and the available alternatives. Thomas Trent Lewis, Supervising Judge for the Los Angeles County Family Law Division, has said the following: (1) "Family Court is supposed to be a last resort for family resolution;" (2) "Parental education on the effects upon children in the midst of a family law dispute advances the goal of 'mediate when you can, and litigate only when you must;'" and (3) "When personal safety is not at issue or compromised, mediated and collaborative negotiated resolution of disputes can achieve favorable and more durable outcomes for parents and children." "Mediation" requires a "mediator." Lawyer to lawyer negotiation is not "mediation" because it doesn't involve a "mediator."

I believe that addressing my clients’ needs requires more than just knowledge of the law. My goal and commitment is to provide my clients with personalized, dedicated and impeccable service and legal representation.  My clients are always well informed about the status of their case because I take the time to speak to my clients and give thorough explanations. I handle my clients’  legal matters efficiently, aggressively and aimed to achieve successful results.   Since 1983, I have worked in the legal field handling personal injury and civil litigation cases.   In addition to accident cases, I also handle dog bites, habitability matters;  transactional/lease/contract work, employment/labor law matters, and can help you create wills and trusts.

I am known for my ability to handle extremely challenging legal situations. I have handled some of the most challenging situations regarding custody, support, and high-asset divorces.

I am trial lawyer who represents companies in commercial litigation and a former “big law” partner who decided to cut a different path. After 20 years with some of the leading national firms and a stint as a government enforcer, I founded Charis Lex to bring my brand of hands-on, principled advocacy to a wider range of businesses.. Although I’ve tried cases involving a range of issues—such as stock option contracts, trade secrets, fraudulent conveyances, and patent infringement damages—I have a particular expertise in antitrust. I had the honor of serving as a deputy assistant director at the Federal Trade Commission, leading enforcement actions challenging anticompetitive conduct. While I was there, I was privileged to serve as trial counsel in a couple of high-profile actions. I received the Distinguished Service Award for my work at the FTC.  I am the only former FTC competition deputy assistant practicing in Los Angeles.. I’ve been fortunate to have a few folks say nice things about my work. I was described as a “talented litigator” with an “excellent attention to detail,” “who efficiently manages discovery with an eye toward summary judgment and trial” in Chambers USA. I was named an “Attorney of the Year” by California Lawyer. I have been listed among the Southern California Super Lawyers. I’ve been called a “real trial lawyer.”. I take my craft seriously. Trial skills and substantive legal expertise don’t just happen. I am a graduate of the ABOTA Trial Academy. I served as an instructor in Mock Trial Advocacy at the Georgetown University Law Center. I regularly publish on substantive issues. In addition, I serve in the leadership of the ABA Section of Antitrust Law and have been a non-governmental advisor to the International Competition Network.

I am committed to delivering the highest level of legal representation regardless of the size of the client or the issues in dispute. As a firm that counts its trial practice as one of its core specialties, we are committed to the principle that aggressive, knowledgeable and efficient preparation creates opportunities for successful outcomes for our clients regardless of the nature of the case. I also devote a significant amount of my practice to the area of Estate Planning where we try and help our clients avoid probate and estate taxes and protect minor children in the event that one or both parents die. Everyone should have a plan "just in case". Estate Planning is not just for the wealthy anymore.. Because we utilize the latest technology, we are always available to our clients and have the capability to respond quickly to fast-moving developments in a case. This is particularly important to many of our East Coast clients whose working day starts hours before most lawyers on the West Coast are getting out of bed.. Unlike other firms, we achieve results for our clients as rather than slavishly following the "process". We treat the process for what it is: subordinate to the goals of the client. "What will advance the objectives of the client?…How will this tactic achieve the client's goals…?" These are the questions we ask and answer when pursuing every matter. Furthermore, our clients play an integral part in the formation of the goals, objectives and tactics and work closely with us in implementing them. We want and expect our clients to be full partners and not merely bystanders in their own matters.. There are "paper lawyers" and there are "trial attorneys". Many lawyers proficient at the "process" fall on their face when asked to convince 12 ordinary people of the righteousness of a particular cause. To be effective at trial a lawyer must have the right mix of street smarts, legal knowledge and ease of presence in front of a jury - in short, "trial charisma". This combination of qualities makes an attorney a worthy opponent before and during trial. Managing partner Christopher Bagnaschi possesses these qualities and has been successful over 80% of the time. When an opposing counsel sizes up our firm, they run a verdict search and quickly conclude that we are not novices or afraid to try cases - an intangible factor in the calculus of litigation.. Whether you are a large corporation or an individual, your matter will benefit from the reputation we enjoy in the legal community. Please feel free to contact us to discuss how we can help you.

I am a trust and estate attorney in Pasadena, CA. Call me at or email me at for a free no obligation consultation.. My goal is to make legal services easy and convenient for you:. 1. Free initial consultations2. Fixed fees3. Payment by credit card4. Helpful YouTube videos. I also communicate with you througout your case by ensuring the following:. 1. Quick responses to your questions, calls, emails, texts, and meeting requests2. Frequent Case Status Meetings to Help You* Understand what’s happening* Understand the process* Understand the next steps. My services include:. Living TrustsWillsPowers of AttorneyHealthcare DirectivesTrust AdministrationProbateAdvanced Estate PlanningAsset ProtectionMedicaid / Medi-Cal / Long Term Care Planning. I believe in giving back to the Pasadena community and have worked with many Pasadena nonprofits including the Pasadena Community Foundation, Circle of Friends (Kidspace Children’s Museum), Young & Healthy, Foothill Family Services, and Villa Esperanza Services.

I am a registered patent attorney helping my clients in all aspects of patents, trademarks, tradesecrets and copyrights. I can help you protect your inventions and ideas.

I am a lawyer in Southern California where I represent people in civil and criminal court.

I am a California attorney specializing in consumer bankruptcy, foreclosure defense, debt collection defense and real property litigation.  However, I can handle most litigation matters as well as draft and review contracts and agreements.. With regard to my bankruptcy and foreclosure practice, I only represent debtors and homeowners. In addition to bankruptcy, I also handle lender liability, mortgage fraud, foreclosure defense, quiet title and unlawful detainer actions on behalf of homeowners. Thus, I can advise clients who are in jeopardy of losing their home as to all of their legal options, not just bankruptcy.. In these tough economic times, filing bankruptcy may be necessary to get a fresh start or to reorganize legal and financial affairs while an “automatic stay” is in place so that property and other assets are not lost to foreclosure or liquidation proceedings.  If you are having financial difficulties, please call for a consultation as to your specific situation. Thank you.. Cameron

HELPING PEOPLE MAKE AGREEMENTS AND RESOLVE DISAGREEMENTS IN BUSINESS AND REAL ESTATE.   Harvard Law School Class of  1978.  AV (highest) rating by Martinale-Hubbell.  Serving clients in Pasadena since 1981.. SERVICES. Robert Wm. Sloat focuses upon forming and preserving successful business relationships for his clients.. Mr. Sloat advises clients pragmatically, from the perspective of his broad legal and business experience.  Rather than merely raising issues which obstruct a transaction, he helps his clients evaluate risks in their business context, advising creative, practical solutions.  He negotiates in a spirit of productive cooperation, to reach the client's goals without undermining business relationships.  Deals are documented clearly, anticipating and avoiding potential disputes.  Where differences arise, he is a strong advocate, effectively articulating and advancing his client's best interests, seeking to resolve disagreements without litigation.. Negotiating and documenting real estate and business agreements and resolving disagreements–this is the major focus of Mr. Sloat's law practice.  It encompasses, for example, complex contract negotiations, purchases and sales of real estate and businesses, leases, partnerships, corporations, limited liability companies, customer contracts, and other transactions.  He often works with people caught up in a dispute, evaluating their legal rights and practical alternatives, then negotiating a realistic solution through vigorous advocacy.. Among his clients are real estate, engineering, technology, manufacturing, retail services, entertainment, advertising, telecommunications, and health care companies, and many individuals.. QUALIFICATIONS. Robert Wm. Sloat has practiced business and real estate law since 1978.  He received the Juris Doctor degree from Harvard Law School in 1978, after graduating magna cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts in 1975 from Seattle Pacific University.  He was Managing and Executive Editor of, and published an article in, The Harvard Journal on Legislation.. Mr. Sloat began practicing law with a prominent Los Angeles firm then known as Agnew, Miller & Carlson.  He moved his practice to Pasadena in 1981, where he helped found a ten-attorney firm, becoming Managing Partner.  His business experience includes commercial real estate brokerage, investment analysis for a real estate firm, and producing and distributing a motion picture.  In 1986 he began his individual law practice.. Based upon his reputation in the legal community, Mr. Sloat has received an AV rating from the Martindale-Hubbell Law Directory, their highest rating of legal abilities and ethical standards.. A resident of Pasadena since 1963, Mr. Sloat has been active in the community as a member of the Pasadena Bar Association (Real Property Section Chairman 1998-2000), the Tournament of Roses (1989-present), and the Pasadena Unified School District school bond Citizens' Oversight Committee (2000-2004), together with other civic, church, and family pursuits with his wife and three children.

General Background:. I represent corporations, limited liability companies (LLCs), sole proprietorships, partnerships and individuals in all aspects of operations including business planning and formation; general counseling; contracts drafting and negotiation; mergers and asset transfers; intellectual property protection; and employment issues.  I also represent these clients in related litigation.. IMPORTANT DISCLOSURES (Please Read):. This Avvo listing may constitute attorney advertising in California. It is not intended to provide legal advice nor create an attorney-client relationship solely based on a visit to or review of the material on this website. By editing this profile, I do not seek to represent clients in jurisdictions or before courts to which I am not admitted.. This profile may contain testimonials or endorsements from current or former clients or other lawyers.  These testimonials or endorsements do not constitute a guarantee, warranty, or prediction regarding the outcome of your legal matter.. No Tax Advice (Required Tax Disclosure—Circular 230):. To ensure compliance with requirements imposed by the IRS, nothing on this website is intended to serve as tax advice and further that any tax advice deemed to be contained on this website is not intended or written to be used, and cannot be used, for the purpose of (i) avoiding tax-related penalties under the Internal Revenue Code or (ii) promoting, marketing or recommending to another party any matters addressed herein.

Frank Alfonso has been a trial attorney since 1998 and has handled numerous complex and high stakes lawsuits in jurisdictions throughout California and in Federal Court.  Over the course of his career Frank has recovered or helped recover numerous large verdicts and settlements.  He has been involved in cases that produced eight figure settlements, and numerous cases that produced jury verdicts in excess of $1,000,.. Through vote of his peers, Frank was named by Law & Politics, in conjunction with the publisher of Los Angeles Magazine, a Southern California Rising Star Super Lawyer in 2005 and 2006 - a distinction only given to 2.5% of Southern California lawyers who are either under forty (40) years of age or have been in practice for less than ten (10) years. In 2014 Frank was named a "Top Attorney" in the field of employment law by Pasadena Magazine.  Pasadena Magazine reached out to thousands of lawyers from all over the Los Angeles and Pasadena area to vote for the "most esteemed and highly regarded attorneys' in their chosen fields and Frank was selected as a "Top Attorney."