Top Litigation Lawyers in Irvine | 60 available

Firm: Royer Law Group

17942 Sky Park Cir, Suite E , Irvine , California 92614

Practice Areas: Litigation, Employment

Firm: Gates, Gonter, Guy, Proudfoot & Muench, LLP

38 Discovery. , Irvine , California 92618

Practice Areas: Litigation

Robert Gonter has served as lead counsel in over 1000; trials and arbitrations. His experience involving multiple parties has led to him being chosen as the lead counsel for a large homeowners' association involved in a personal injury lawsuit resulting from a catastrophic bicycling accident, causing spastic quadriplegia that required the lead coordination of over 30 law firms.. He has extensive experience handling injury cases involving spinal cord damage, severe burns, electrocution, brain damage, retinal and corneal detachment and transplant surgeries, as well as injuries to knees, shoulders, arms, legs and hands, and wrongful death. Robert is an arbitrator and mediator for Los Angeles and Orange Counties. He has received an AV rating from Martindale-Hubbell and has been a member of the American Board of Trial Advocates since 1996.

Main Street , Irvine , California 92614

Practice Areas: Construction , Employment & Labor , General Practice, Insurance , Contracts & Agreements, Business, Employment & Labor, Litigation

Firm: BRYNER CROSBY, APC

780 Roosevelt , Irvine , California 92620

Practice Areas: Business , Condemnation & Eminent Domain, Employment & Labor , Real Estate , Securities , Trademarks, Litigation, Litigation, Litigation

Graduate of Loyola Law School practicing business litigation for 20+ years

Firm: The Yocca Law Firm LLP

19900 Macarthur Boulevard , Irvine , California 92612

Practice Areas: Litigation

My wife and three children are long-time Orange County residents.  We love our community, going to Rams and Angel games, and spending time together.

Firm: MK SMITH

9891 Irvine Center Drive, Suite 200 , Irvine , California 92618

Practice Areas: Litigation

I am a licensed attorney in California and Utah. I am a shareholder at the law firm of MK SMITH specializing in business litigation and transactions, contract disputes and negotiations, employment law, business structuring and formation, ownership and shareholder disputes, public and private construction and development disputes, real estate, network marketing disputes, and intellectual property. I obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Justice Studies with a Minor in Business Administration from Arizona State University in 1999. While there, I served as a legislative intern for the State Bar of Arizona. Ireceived a Juris Doctorate degree from California Western School of Law in 2002, and was the recipient of the Award for Academic Excellence in Constitutional Law II. I was admitted to the California Bar in 2002 and the Utah Bar in 2012, and am admitted to practice law before all state and federal courts in California and Utah, as well as the Ninth and Tenth Circuit Courts of Appeals. I have represented various corporate clients in both transactional and litigation matters, including software companies, private works and public works contractors, advertising companies, restaurants, nutritional supplement companies, payroll companies, network marketing distributors, factoring companies, collection companies, debt-settlement companies, and commercial lenders. Some of my professional successes include: (1) successfully defending at trial the owners of a multi-million dollar nutritional supplement company against ownership and employment related claims by a former owner and manager (Quadri v. Alkayali (Orange County Superior Court)); (2) successfully defending at trial a multi-million dollar nutritional supplement company in Federal court against trademark infringement claims and obtaining a jury verdict awarding the trademark and damages to the client (Collagen Nutraceuticals, Inc. v. NeoCell Corporation (United States District Court, San Diego California)); (3) representing the founders and owners of a software company in an ownership and employment dispute and obtaining discovery sanctions against a large law firm in excess of $7, and achieving a successful settlement of the case; (4) obtaining a successful settlement of over $1,000, representing a subcontractor on a large public works project against the general contractor and surety for amounts owed for extra work performed (Alliance Streetworks, Inc. v. SJB Group, Inc., Safeco Ins. Co. of America, et. al.); (5) successfully defending a general contractor at arbitration against a multi-million dollar construction defect claim while prevailing on a counter-claim for money owed for work performed and recovering attorneys’ fees and costs (Community of Christ v. Austin Jones Corp.); and (6) obtaining a successful judgment at trial for securities fraud and breach of contract and recovering an award of over $350, for attorneys’ fees and costs.

Firm: Galuppo Law Group

19800 MacArthur Blvd. , Irvine , California 92612

Practice Areas: Litigation

Background. Ms. Galuppo’s two-decade litigation career provides her with the necessary experience to handle any litigation matter and all aspects of the litigation process. She is highly skilled and experienced at litigation and dispute resolution in high-stakes business and real estate conflicts. Ms. Galuppo’s practice specializes in representing public and private companies and high-net worth individuals in various complex and general, straightforward civil actions, including business, commercial, securities, and real estate related litigation.. Ms. Galuppo’s experience began during law school when she was an extern with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission and spent a summer with one of the most aggressive plaintiffs-sided class action securities litigation law firms in the country. After law school, Ms. Galuppo commenced her practice with Stroock & Stroock & Lavan, a highly rated, New York-based law firm, during which time she was an integral member of the fraud and complex insurance coverage practice group. She specialized in securities and fraud litigation and complex insurance coverage defense and handled class actions, derivative actions, SEC investigations and proceedings, and provided related complex insurance coverage analyses and advice.. After practicing five years with Stroock, Ms. Galuppo joined the law firm of Cox, Castle & Nicholson, during which she handled a diverse array of commercial and real estate-related litigation matters. During that time, Ms. Galuppo gained extensive knowledge about all facets of the real estate business. Uniquely, Ms. Galuppo combined her significant securities and real estate litigation background and successfully defended securities-related real estate matters, including successfully handling nearly a decade of condo-hotel litigation in San Diego state and federal courts and including the appellate courts.. Disputes/Matters Handled. Business & CommercialReal EstateCorporate, partnership, member, and joint venturePartitionFraudReal Estate nondisclosuresTransaction work outs and pre-litigation Breach of ContractBreach of Fiduciary DutyFraudulent transferBoundary & EasementsHomeowner Association and CC&RsEnvironmentalConstructionCommercial Landlord/tenantFinancial servicesClass actionsAppeals & WritsReceivers. Experience. Ms. Galuppo litigates matters in both federal and state courts throughout California and other U.S. jurisdictions. Ms. Galuppo is admitted to practice before the United States Supreme Court, all California State Courts, and the United States District Courts for the Central, Eastern, Northern, and Southern Districts of California.. She handles day-to-day management of all her litigation matters, and her clients very much appreciate her timely contact about case developments and response to their inquiries. Ms. Galuppo has been hailed by her clients for her sound legal advice, ability to anticipate opposing counsel, extensive understanding of the law and facts of each case, and well-reasoned litigation strategies.. Ms. Galuppo was an integral trial team member of multi-million dollar, several multi-week trials in both federal and state courts, including a four-month jury trial in Orange County Superior Court, a three-week federal trial in the Central District of California and has handled many arbitration hearings. Ms. Galuppo has handled international matters as well, which have involved complex insurance coverage representation of foreign-based insureds and insurers, including those in Germany, Australia and England.. Ms. Galuppo’s practice also includes handling numerous appeals and writs before the Ninth Circuit and the California Appellate Courts. She has been responsible for all aspects of the briefing on appeals and has argued before the Ninth Circuit and the California Appellate Court.. Education. Ms. Galuppo received her Juris Doctorate from Pepperdine University School of Law, where she graduated cum laude, was the Vice President and Member of the Moot Court Board, Founder of the Entertainment Law Competition, a member of the Appellate Advocacy Team competing in New York, and a Member of Inns of Court. While in law school, Ms. Galuppo was an extern at the United States Securities and Exchange Commission. She received her undergraduate degree from Pepperdine University.. Professional Affiliations. Orange County Bar AssociationOrange County Women Lawyers AssociationCalifornia Women Lawyers AssociationAssociation of Business Trial Lawyers (past)Orange County Commercial Real Estate Women, member and commitee member (CREW-OC). Publications. Tips to Ensure That Your Email Deal Terms Are Enforceable, January 12, 2015The Legal Team Condotel Developers Are Thanking, Law360, April 25, 2014High Court Leaves Hotelier Win in Hard Rock Securities Row, Law360, February 24, 2014Ninth Circuit Rules In Favor Of Commercial Real Estate, August 22, 2013Ninth Circuit Concludes That Condo-Hotel Units At The Hard Rock Hotel Are Not A Security, August 16, 2013. Speaking Engagements. Ms. Galuppo regularly moderates panels for CREW-OC and other groups in which she is involved.

Firm: Montage Legal Group

P.O. Box 14455 , Irvine , California 92623

Practice Areas: Products Liability, Litigation

Firm: Law Ofc Lana J. Feldman

27 Trinity , Irvine , California 92612

Practice Areas: Litigation

Firm: Burkhalter Kessler Clement & George, LLP

2020 Main St Ste 600 , Irvine , California 92614

Practice Areas: Civil , Discrimination, Labor , Litigation

I represent small to medium sized businesses and high net worth individuals with respect to business disputes of all types, including contract, employment, real estate, intellectual property and securities issues.

Firm: Fenton Grant Mayfield Kaneda & Litt

18101 Von Karman Ave. , Irvine , California 92612

Practice Areas: Litigation

Firm: Atabek & Associates

16330 Bake Parkway , Irvine , California 92618

Practice Areas: Litigation

I primarily practice civil litigation--lawsuits between people and businesses. I represent both plaintiffs (suing) and defendants (getting sued), and believe I gain a strategic edge by knowing how both sides think and act. My style is energetic and assertive, but scrupulously ethical and professional. I also speak plainly, and provide honest assesments of cases. I generally make myself available to my clients, often giving clients my cell phone number. I believe in the importance of a good attorney/client relationship, and I look forward to meeting you and seeing if we are a good fit.

Firm: Smith Lc

4 Park Plz Ste 1050 , Irvine , California 92614

Practice Areas: Litigation

Firm: Brown Rudnick LLP

2211 Michelson Dr. , Irvine , California 92612

Practice Areas: Bankruptcy, Business , Business Organizations, Corporate , Real Estate , Litigation

Firm: Walsworth LLP

19900 Macarthur Blvd Ste 1150 , Irvine , California 92612

Practice Areas: Litigation

Firm: Wolfe & Wyman, LLP

2212 Dupont Drive , Irvine , California 92612

Practice Areas: Litigation

Firm: Kennedy McCarthy & Rumm, LLP

20 Pacifica, Suite 460 , Irvine , California 92618

Practice Areas: Litigation

James Rumm is a Founding Partner of Kennedy McCarthy & Rumm, LLP. James focuses on employment litigation, wage and hour class action defense, defense of discrimination, harassment and retaliation claims, complex business litigation, and trial work. James has trial experience in a wide range of areas including employment litigation, business litigation and product liability matters. James has also argued on several occasions before both the California Court of Appeal and the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals.. James was admitted to the California bar in 2003. He received his bachelor’s degree from the University of California, Berkeley in 1998, and his juris doctor degree from Pepperdine University School of Law in 2002.

Firm: WOLFF MASCARO LLP

9160 Irvine Center Drive , Irvine , California 92618

Practice Areas: Bankruptcy, Civil , Litigation

I represent individuals and businesses in complex litigation, including personal injury cases and business disputes such as breach of contract, partnership and shareholder conflicts, fraud, unfair competition, and other high-stakes commercial and civil cases. Whether dealing with life-altering injuries, contracts, real estate, or insurance claims, I prioritize delivering practical and value-oriented results.. In addition to my litigation practice, I help individuals and business owners with estate planning and wealth management. I work with clients to develop tailored strategies that protect their legacies, support their families, and meet their objectives through the use of well-crafted trusts, wills, and business succession plans.. I hold a “Superb” 10.0 rating from AVVO and am known for providing practical, client-focused legal advice with integrity and care. Much of my work comes from referrals by former clients and fellow attorneys who trust my ability to handle complex disputes with professionalism, diligence, and a strong focus on providing straightforward, principled advice.. I am also involved in the legal community, having served as Chairman of the Orange County Bar Association’s Education Committee and as a sponsored coach for the Constitutional Rights Foundation's Mock Trial Program.

Firm: Mortenson Taggart LLP

300 Spectrum Center Dr. , Irvine , California 92618

Practice Areas: Litigation

Michael  D. Mortenson is a founding partner of Mortenson Taggart LLP. He is an experienced trial lawyer who represents and advises Fortune 500 companies, innovative startups, emerging middle market companies, and high-profile individuals, as both plaintiffs and defendants, in complex, high-stakes matters in federal and state courts throughout the country.. Michael’s trial practice focuses primarily on business litigation, consumer litigation and employment litigation. Michael regularly handles matters involving fraud, breach of contract, breach of warranty, breach of fiduciary duty, misappropriation of trade secrets, products liability, whistleblower actions, discrimination, and retaliation for clients in various industries including automotive, technology, manufacturing, alternative energy, private equity and sports and entertainment. Michael’s work has been featured in various media outlets including The Washington Post, Fox News, ABC News, Los Angeles Times, Associated Press, and Law360 among others. Michael has been recognized by Top Verdicts for winning one of California’s top 100 jury verdicts in 2019, and he has repeatedly been recognized as a “Rising Star” by Super Lawyers Magazine.. Michael’s clients include iconic Fortune 500 companies such as Ford Motor Company and Western Digital, innovative startups such as Rivian Automotive and Bubs Naturals, emerging middle market companies including Valta Energy, and sports and entertainment companies including Gracie Barra Jiu Jitsu and Angelus Entertainment, among others.. Michael also devotes a substantial amount of his time to pro bono work. Among his many successful outcomes over the last decade, Michael represented the family and estate of U.S. Navy SEAL Glen Doherty, who was killed in the Benghazi terrorist attacks, against the Central Intelligence Agency and the State Department, which resulted in modifications to CIA and State Department policies regarding contractors killed in action, and against the Defense Base Act insurance broker for breach of fiduciary duty that resulted in a favorable settlement. Michael also represented California’s foster care children in a suit against the State of California for violating the Child Welfare Act, which resulted in hundreds of millions of additional dollars spent to care for California’s most vulnerable children. California Lawyer Magazine touted this victory as “precedent-setting.”. Before founding Mortenson Taggart LLP, Michael was the Chair of Consumer Litigation at Stradling, Yocca, Carlson & Rauth, and before that was a partner at Baker Hostetler LLP.

Firm: Keller/Anderle LLP

18300 Von Karman Avenue , Irvine , California 92612

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Litigation, White Collar Crime