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Alex P.

Alex Patel

11 reviews
I have 22+ years of experience helping clients with business formation and the selection and registration of trademarks in the U.S. and worldwide. I am the managing partner...
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Robert M.

Robert Mcconnell

10 reviews
An intellectual property law firm specializing in assisting inventors, entrepreneurs an protect their innovations and investment with patents and trademarks. Expertise ...
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Ranvir S.

Ranvir Sandhu

10 reviews
20+ years of experience working at reputable Silicon Valley law firms. Represented clients large and small, some notable *Craigslist - capitalization and org matters *S...
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N. Mauricio R.

N. Mauricio Reznik

10 reviews
N. Mauricio Reznik, Esq. founded Reznik Law Group after practicing extensively in business and civil litigation. He works with clients at all stages of the civil process, o...
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Raymond B.

Raymond Brenneman

10 reviews
Raymond has more than 25 years of legal experience in business law, commercial contracts, and real estate, handling both litigation and complex transactional matters. His p...
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Mark F.

Mark Foster

9 reviews
I started my Law Firm in 1988. I've been Outside General Counsel to numerous disruptive startups in high-tech, medical device, finance. I've led legal departments for multi...
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Frank T.

Frank Taboada

9 reviews
Frank earned his law degree from Northwestern University law school after graduating from Annapolis and earning an MBA while serving in the US Navy. Frank has extensive...
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Eric M.

Eric Milliken

9 reviews
Meet Attorney Eric Milliken, a distinguished transactional attorney whose boundless passion for his work has fueled his remarkable success. In 2011 Eric founded Sutter La...
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Jon P.

Jon Parsons

9 reviews
Over 45 years of hands-on experience with how business works, including formation, operations, compliance, employment law, contracts, trademarks, copyrights, and real estat...
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Chris C.

Chris Czaplak

9 reviews
As a client-centric corporate lawyer and entrepreneur, I am deeply committed to prioritizing the success of those I serve. I am a business attorney former Navy JAG with ove...
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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.

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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 7146 reviews for attorneys in California

Ali Shalchi
5.0
Clear Communication
Response Time
Knowledgeable
Meets Deadlines

Provisional Patent Services

Ali Shalchi

"Excellent!"

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San Francisco, CA,

James Kraehenbuehl
5.0
Clear Communication
Response Time
Knowledgeable
Meets Deadlines

Tax Attorney Needed for IRC §1235 - Capital Gains Treatment for Patent Sale

James Kraehenbuehl

"James is an excellent lawyer - highly recommend!"

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Walnut Creek, CA,

Troy Krich
5.0
Clear Communication
Response Time
Knowledgeable
Meets Deadlines

Assist with Other Lawsuits & Disputes Matter

Troy Krich

"Very responsive and thorough. Discussed with me in detail and advised me well."

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San Ramon, CA,

Daniel E. Goodrich
4.8
Clear Communication
Response Time
Knowledgeable
Meets Deadlines

Consult on Outside General Counsel

Daniel E. Goodrich

"Daniel and his team were super helpful and quick helping resolve my case. They were super communicative and made the whole experience seamless."

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Long Beach, CA,

Lauri Donahue
5.0
Clear Communication
Response Time
Knowledgeable
Meets Deadlines

Contract Review for Small Business

Lauri Donahue

"She did a great job in pointing out loopholes in our contract, definitely recommend!"

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Pleasanton, CA,

Stacy Dees
5.0
Clear Communication
Response Time
Knowledgeable
Meets Deadlines

Drafting Customer Contract Template for Online Health Education Programs

Stacy Dees

"Top notch expertise related to drafting contracts for our health tech start-up company. Smart, efficient, and down-to-earth"

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Los Angeles, CA,

Anthony Whittington, Jd/Mba
5.0
Clear Communication
Response Time
Knowledgeable
Meets Deadlines

Assist with Other Patent Matter

Anthony Whittington, Jd/Mba

"Anthony did an excellent job walking me through everything step by step. I truly appreciate his thoroughness and look forward to working with him again."

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San Jose, CA,

Sagar Parikh
5.0
Clear Communication
Response Time
Knowledgeable
Meets Deadlines

Severance Agreement

Sagar Parikh

"Great expert, will def. use again!"

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San Francisco, CA,

David Yamaguchi
5.0
Clear Communication
Response Time
Knowledgeable
Meets Deadlines

Influencer Contract Review

David Yamaguchi

"David is highly knowledgeable about working with marketing contractors in California. I hired him to review a contract template, and he answered all my questions clearly and comprehensively. Thanks to his insight, I feel confident moving forward with my contractors using the revised template."

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San Mateo, CA,

Alisha Bond
5.0
Clear Communication
Response Time
Knowledgeable
Meets Deadlines

Consulting Agreement Review

Alisha Bond

"Alisha was incredibly knowledgeable, very helpful, professional and always responded in a timely manner. I would highly recommend working with Alisha and plan to partner with her again on future needs."

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Los Angeles, CA,

Roberto (Bobby) Escobar
5.0
Clear Communication
Response Time
Knowledgeable
Meets Deadlines

Personal Liability Estimate

Roberto (Bobby) Escobar

"Bobby was great to work with. He understood my needs and delivered the outcomes to perfection."

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San Jose, CA,

Eric Alspaugh
5.0
Clear Communication
Response Time
Knowledgeable
Meets Deadlines

Review Purchase & Sale Agreement (Commercial)

Eric Alspaugh

"Fast, clear, and knowledgable!"

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Los Angeles, CA,

Jake Siciliano
5.0
Clear Communication
Response Time
Knowledgeable
Meets Deadlines

Register Trademark

Jake Siciliano

"Jake is fast, clear, and very helpful!"

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Granite Bay, CA,

Seth Wiener
5.0
Clear Communication
Response Time
Knowledgeable
Meets Deadlines

CEO Employment Review

Seth Wiener

"Very knowledgeable and very professional. Would work with Seth again."

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Los Angeles, CA,

Ross Brandborg
5.0
Clear Communication
Response Time
Knowledgeable
Meets Deadlines

Renewal

Ross Brandborg

"Ross is professional and will keep you updated throughout the entire process."

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West Covina, CA,

Kanika Radhakrishnan
5.0
Clear Communication
Response Time
Knowledgeable
Meets Deadlines

Conduct Patent Search

Kanika Radhakrishnan

"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."

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Morgan Hill, CA,

Michael Miller
5.0
Clear Communication
Response Time
Knowledgeable
Meets Deadlines

Assist with Outside General Counsel

Michael Miller

"Great guy, we would absolutely reach out again if we need help."

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Palmdale, CA,

Matthew Roazen
5.0
Clear Communication
Response Time
Knowledgeable
Meets Deadlines

Comprehensive Legal Review of All Clauses in Services Agreement with M&A Consulting Company

Matthew Roazen

"Super fast and responsive. Great quality of work. Will be a return client."

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San Diego, CA,

Joel Douglas
5.0
Clear Communication
Response Time
Knowledgeable
Meets Deadlines

File Provisional Patent

Joel Douglas

"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."

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Fremont, CA,

Ryan A. Woods
5.0
Clear Communication
Response Time
Knowledgeable
Meets Deadlines

Assist with Other Real Estate Matter

Ryan A. Woods

"Outstanding work with a quick turnaround and excellent understanding."

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New York, NY,


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