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Rebecca London
Sean Lowe

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Sagar Parikh
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Daniel E. Goodrich

Julia Cheng
Ryan A. Woods

Michael Mowery

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Useful Documents
- Incorporator's Organizational Action for California
- California Durable Power of Attorney Form
- Stock Purchase Agreement for a California Corporation
- California General Power of Attorney Form
- Articles of Organization for California
- Articles of Incorporation for California
- Residential Lease Agreement for California
Helpful Articles
- Understanding the California Gross Receipts Tax for LLCs
- Comprehensive Guide to LLC Tax Rates in California
- California LLC Form 568 Filing Requirements Explained
- California LLC Tax Form: Everything You Need to Know
- How to Change LLC Address in California
- LLC vs Partnership California: Everything You Need to Know
- California Sole Proprietorship vs LLC: Key Differences Explained
Top California Lawyers and Attorneys
Popular Cities in California for Attorney Searches
How Much Does It Cost to Hire a Lawyer in California?
California attorneys charge an hourly rate of $90 to $500 an hour on average. This can vary greatly depending on the kind of lawyer you employ and your specific legal needs.
How to Find the Best Lawyer in California?
To find California lawyers that are vetted and qualified, you might ask around or consult bar associations in your area. You could also make use of online services like UpCounsel, which make it easy to connect with top-rated lawyers that specialize in the area of law you require.
Need a Lawyer in California?
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How Do I Find out if An Attorney Is Licensed in California?
Attorneys employed at California law firms should be vetted. To do so, you can visit the California State Bar’s website and use their attorney lookup tool.
FAQs about California Lawyers
What is the difference between a lawyer and an attorney in California?
While the terms are often used interchangeably, there are technical differences between a lawyer and attorney. While a lawyer can be considered an advisor or consultant, California attorneys specifically practice law in court.
Can a family member be your lawyer in California?
California lawyers can represent anyone, including family members, so representing relatives is legally permitted.
Who is eligible for legal aid in California?
To be eligible for legal aid in California, you must be at least 125% below the Federal Poverty Level. However, in the state of California, you may still qualify for assistance if you can prove that you have certain health-related issues or if you’re a senior in the following cities or counties: Kings, Madera, Merced, Fresno, and Tulare.
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This is the most recent 20 reviews out of 7129 reviews for attorneys in California

Corporate Formation
"This attorney is an absolute pleasure to work with. From our very first consultation, he demonstrated deep legal knowledge, and a genuine commitment to situation. Communication was always clear, prompt, and thorough, ensuring I was informed and comfortable every step of the way. He meticulously explained complex legal concepts in an understandable manner, and offered strategic advice was invaluable. I highly recommend his services to anyone seeking top-tier legal counsel."
Scott M
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Carlsbad,
CA,
3 days ago
Register Trademark
"Jake is fast, clear, and very helpful!"
Michel K
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Granite Bay,
CA,
3 days ago

Business Contract Dispute
"Outstanding business attorney. I highly recommend Sagar."
Richard A
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Clovis,
CA,
4 days ago
Review Employment Agreement
"Stacy Dees was helpful and knowledgeable in the subject"
Minyi L
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Gardena,
CA,
6 days ago

Merchant Contract Review
"Very professional and timely in her responses! She helped me optimize my ATM SLA contract. Thanks"
Parsa P
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Los Angeles,
CA,
7 days ago

CEO Employment Review
"Very knowledgeable and very professional. Would work with Seth again."
Steve (Seok Won) C
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Los Angeles,
CA,
11 days ago
Renewal
"Ross is professional and will keep you updated throughout the entire process."
Hector R
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West Covina,
CA,
15 days ago

Conduct Patent Search
"Super fair and direct. Upfront flare rate helped me differentiate between the other proposals. I like knowing exactly what I’m paying for and Anthony delivered. Definitely will be referring others to his services."
Ofek A
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Encinitas,
CA,
16 days ago

Conduct Patent Search
"Loved working with Kanika. She and her team delivered work quicker than I could spend time reviewing. The key for me was details and I really love the level of detail that was delivered. I will be hiring Kanika again for future project needs."
Hardarshan D
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Morgan Hill,
CA,
24 days ago
Patent Infringement Consultation
"Easy to work with."
Clayton H
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Costa Mesa,
CA,
26 days ago

Review of Separation Agreement with Employer
"David was a breeze to work with. Helped me get all my concerns addressed and redlines accepted by the other party."
Amiram M
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Walnut Creek,
CA,
26 days ago

Assist with Outside General Counsel
"Great guy, we would absolutely reach out again if we need help."
Kyle L
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Palmdale,
CA,
27 days ago
Comprehensive Legal Review of All Clauses in Services Agreement with M&A Consulting Company
"Super fast and responsive. Great quality of work. Will be a return client."
Antony M
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San Diego,
CA,
about 1 month ago

File Provisional Patent
"Joel and his team, especially Shem Lachhman, were excellent throughout the filing process. Shem was responsive, detail-oriented, and made the final steps smooth and efficient. I came in with a fully developed concept and draft, and they helped refine and package it for filing without overcomplicating things. Highly recommend them for clean, professional execution — especially for SaaS and workflow-based inventions."
Adarsh Dattani, M
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Fremont,
CA,
about 1 month ago
Assist with Other Real Estate Matter
"Outstanding work with a quick turnaround and excellent understanding."
Michael P
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New York,
NY,
about 2 months ago

Legal Advice for Converting SAFEs to Equity Without a Priced Round
"Sara is awesome. Very professional"
Omar E
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San Francisco,
CA,
about 2 months ago

Draft Advisory Agreement
"Paul is the best, a pleasure to work with."
Stephanie F
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Saratoga,
CA,
about 2 months ago
Startup Co-founder Dispute: Breach of Contract
"Thank you Rebecca. Your help had been immense."
Saritha I
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Newbury Park,
CA,
about 2 months ago
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Restructure Corporation
"Absolutely incredible experience from start to finish!!!! Would give 10 stars if I could!!!!"
Stephen T
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San Francisco,
CA,
2 months ago
Consult on Outside General Counsel
"Great to work with!"
Luis B
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Bakersfield,
CA,
2 months ago