Top Business Lawyers in ZIP 92612 | 33 available

Firm: ADR Services, Inc.

19000 MacArthur Blv. Suite #550 , Irvine , California 92612

Practice Areas: Business , Employment & Labor , Mediation, Mediation

Michael Balmages is an accomplished mediator, arbitrator, and discovery referee with ADR Services, Inc. As a neutral, he has had great success in helping litigants resolve their disputes in more than 1,000 cases. His friendly nature and ability to find common ground contribute to his easy rapport with litigants and their attorneys. At the same time, his determination to get cases settled is evident at each hearing.. Michael's mediation experience is supplemented by his broad experience as a civil litigator, corporate general counsel, and transactional attorney. He has tried over 75 cases, taken over 1,000 depositions, and negotiated and drafted more than 1,000 contracts. He has extensive experience with business entities, including the formation, dissolution, and merger of such entities and the negotiation and drafting of numerous contracts and deal documents. Michael has been rated AV Preeminent® by Martindale-Hubbell for over 35 years.. Leveraging state-of-the-art technology, Michael Balmages conducts his hearings remotely via Zoom as a dedicated mediator, arbitrator, and discovery referee with ADR Services, Inc.. Michael's expansive career in law has its roots in Orange County, spanning an impressive 45+ years. His diverse experience has seen him represent plaintiffs and defendants across various business, real estate, and employment litigation phases. His legal journey included a significant tenure as the in-house General Counsel for Ocean Pacific Sunwear, Ltd., a global surf and beach apparel frontrunner during its heyday.. A proud alum of U.C. Berkeley Boalt Hall School of Law (1972), Michael began his professional journey with Kindel & Anderson in their Orange County branch. He later established his firm in Tustin, pioneering in landlord-tenant and business litigation, with a particular flair for employment law. The evolution of his practice led to a merger with Corbett, Steelman & Davidson in 1984, furthering his specialization in employment matters.. Michael's commitment to mediation goes beyond his private practice. As a Certified Dispute Resolution Act Programs Mediator, he is also an esteemed member of mediation panels for the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California and the Orange County Superior Court. Over his career, he has played a neutral role in over 1,500 cases, affirming his expertise.. In recognition of his unparalleled contributions, Michael was honored with a lifetime achievement award in 2020 by the Orange County Superior Court for his dedicated service on the court's Temporary Judge panel.. Beyond law, Michael's leadership is reflected in his active engagement within the Orange County community. Michael has been Chair of the Orange County Democratic Party, Orange County Chair of Tom Bradley for Governor, Orange County Chair of Feinstein for Governor, a Democratic candidate for State Senator, a Bobby Sox softball coach, and a Little League Coach. He was also on the Board of Directors of the Newport Theater Arts Center, on the Board of Directors of the California Age Group Wrestling Association, President of the Canyon Freestyle Wrestling Club, President of the Foothill Wrestling Club, and President of the Foothill High School Wrestling Boosters. Additionally, Michael is the head Astronomer for the Nature Reserve at Rancho Mission Viejo.. Michael enjoys the proximity of his family. Together with his wife, Mary, he cherishes the joy of having their eight grandchildren nearby in North Tustin. Whether in courtroom mediation, on the sports field, or under the night sky, Michael Balmages, Esq. brings passion, dedication, and a wealth of experience to every endeavor.

Firm: Law Offices of William J. King

19800 Macarthur Boulevard Suite 1000 , Irvine , California 92612

Practice Areas: Business

Firm: McKasson & Klein LLP

2211 Michelson Drive , Irvine , California 92612

Practice Areas: Business

Born in South Africa. Served articles under British tradition and worked as solicitor in Johannesburg.. Joined forces with John McKasson as founding partner of firm in of International Bar Association (Maritime & Transport Law Section), as well as a Proctor member of U.S. Maritime Law Association. Frequent speaker at seminars and conferences. Published articles on international law, commercial litigation, maritime and transportation, and employment issues for companies.. Expert witness before Beijing First Intermediate Court (2008), Supreme Court of Bahamas (2005) and Society of Maritime Arbitrators in New York (2010).. Used to be marathon runner. Fair game of tennis and bad golf. Like old movies.

Firm: Hennelly and Grossfeld LLP

4640 Admiralty Way   850 , Irvine , California 92612

Practice Areas: Business , Copyrights, Entertainment & Sports , Products Liability, Intellectual Property, Litigation

Firm: Carucci Deese, LLP

18650 MacArthur Blvd , Irvine , California 92612

Practice Areas: Business

A native of Southern California, Paul graduated cum laude from Chapman University where he pitched for Chapman’s World Series baseball team. Paul then attended Chapman University, Dale E. Fowler School of Law, where he was extremely active in Mock Trial and ADR competitions, winning numerous top advocate awards. He gained valuable courtroom experience while externing with the United States Attorney’s Office and the Orange County and Riverside County District Attorney’s offices.. After receiving his law degree, Paul moved to Chicago, IL and gained significant trial experience representing clients in all phases of litigation, from inception of the case through post-trial motions and appeals. While practicing commercial litigation in Chicago, Paul represented clients in multimillion dollar disputes in both state and federal courts, as well as with the United States Court of Appeals.. Moving back to Orange County, CA in 2018, Paul quickly rose through the ranks to become the Managing Partner and chair of the litigation department at midsized law firm where he oversaw hundreds of litigation cases, taking numerous cases to trial or arbitration.. In 2023, Mr. Deese and his business partner formed a new law firm to better serve his clients and ensure a top tier experience.. Mr. Deese has experience in all aspects of commercial and business litigation, and he has successfully represented clients in all phases of litigation, including mediation, arbitration, and trial. Mr. Deese is also a certified mediator and has successfully mediated dozens of disputes.. Education. • J.D., Chapman University School of Law, Orange, California• B.A., Chapman University, Orange, California. Bar Admissions. • California, 2014• Illinois, 2015

Firm: Samuels, Green, Steel and Adams, LLP

19800 MacArthur Boulevard   1000 Californi , Irvine , California 92612

Practice Areas: Business ,Civil ,Construction Defects,Contracts,Real Estate

Firm: Rutan and Tucker, LLP

18575 Jamboree Road , Irvine , California 92612

Practice Areas: Business

Rachel Simon is a partner in Rutan's Corporate, Securities and Tax Section, where she provides sophisticated legal services in the areas of business, tax, and estate planning. Her practice emphasizes mergers and acquisitions, tax planning, tax litigation, financings, estate and succession planning, and general corporate practice.. She handles complex commercial business transactions, strategic tax planning and controversies, corporate law, including mergers and acquisitions, real estate law and numerous other areas pertaining to finance.  She represents individuals and families in estate planning matters, including wills and trusts, state and federal tax controversy resolution and more.. Ms. Simon provides personalized, sophisticated legal counsel to her clients. Her primary focus is the protection of her clients’ business and personal interests.. AREAS OF EXPERTISE. In addition to the previously mentioned areas, Ms. Simon provides representation and counseling in the following areas:

Firm: The Feldhake Law Firm A Professional Corporation

19900 Macarthur Boulevard , Irvine , California 92612

Practice Areas: Administrative , Antitrust & Trade Regulation, Asbestos , Civil Rights, Communications & Media , Constitutional , Contracts, Criminal Defense , Discrimination, Drugs & Medical Devices, Education , Elder , Employment & Labor , Energy , Entertainment & Sports , Estate Planning, Franchise , Health Care & Hospitalization, Insurance , Landlord & Tenant, Legal Malpractice, Natural Resources, Nursing Home Negligence, Products Liability, Professional Malpractice, Securities , Sexual Harassment, Toxic Substances, Trademarks, Business

Firm: Buchalter

18400 Von Karman Ave # 8 , Irvine , California 92612

Practice Areas: General Practice, Business

Firm: Hewitt & O'Neil LLP

19900 Macarthur Boulevard Suite 1050 , Irvine , California 92612

Practice Areas: General Practice, Business

Firm: Law Offices of William J. King

19800 Macarthur Boulevard Suite 1000 , Irvine , California 92612

Practice Areas: Business , Contracts, Corporate , Real Estate , Litigation

Firm: The Busch Firm

2532 Dupont Drive , Irvine , California 92612

Practice Areas: Business

Firm: Kutak Rock LLP

18201 Von Karman Avenue Suite 1100 , Irvine , California 92612

Practice Areas: Business , Lender , Commercial