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23 Sep, 2024 by B c
I was referred to Coast Law Group after an accident. I cannot say enough positive things about them. I had Aaron and Rachelle helped me with my case. They are genuine, responsive, helpful and compassionate. They do care!
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19 Sep, 2024 by Jaime paz
Love these guys
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12 Sep, 2024 by Robert mougin
As a mediator, I've seen time and again that the best prepared attorneys get the best results for their clients. I have worked with a number of attorneys from Coast Law Group over the years here at Blue Sky Mediation Center, and they are always completely prepared. I have witnessed them as strong advocates for their clients' best interests in a number of challenging scenarios, and I have always been impressed with their knowledge and work ethic.
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31 Jul, 2024 by Fernanda corral
My call was taken by Yodel Penacho. Ms. Penacho was not only sensitive to hearing my concerns, but was beyond helpful and informative with next steps!! Thank you!
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30 Jul, 2024 by Maria leite
Loved Yodel so professional and most important she was so caring and made this process very easy for me
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19 Jul, 2024 by Ari
The attorney was intelligent, caring and very knowledgeable; she was very helpful with providing information regarding my case during our consultation. Looking forward to working with her soon!
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31 Jul, 2024 by Fernanda corral
My call was taken by Yodel Penacho. Ms. Penacho was not only sensitive to hearing my concerns, but was beyond helpful and informative with next steps!! Thank you!
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30 Jul, 2024 by Maria leite
Loved Yodel so professional and most important she was so caring and made this process very easy for me
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19 Jul, 2024 by Ari
The attorney was intelligent, caring and very knowledgeable; she was very helpful with providing information regarding my case during our consultation. Looking forward to working with her soon!
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12 Sep, 2012 by Domenic
Bob was involved in my first commercial real estate transaction, so I needed lots of help and explaination of the process. Bob went beyond his duties as an attorney and researched the property zoning and planning. He helped me with understanding and resolving the property title report San Diego City Encroachment and uncleared Deed of Trust. in addition Bob reviewed the LLC paperwork, purchase agreement, properties leases and final escrow instructions. Overall Bob was excellent to work with and was very responsive.
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11 Sep, 2012 by Robert
“I have been fortunate to work with Bob for a number of years and have always been very satisfied with his work. Bob has a unique ability to blend technical legal know-how with insight on strategy. Bob provided reliable and timely responses that helped me to make the correct decisions to protect my interests in a fare, honest and equitable manner. Bob is personable reliable and trustworthy and I would recommend him for any legal matter.
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07 Jan, 2017 by Jennifer
Mia helped me with a usage rights licensing contract. As a photographer I need to protect my art and get paid for it. Mia did an amazing job of creating a contract for me to use with my clients. She was quick to respond, detailed, and extremely knowledgeable. I will be using her services again.
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06 Jan, 2017 by Anonymous
I am so happy to have been referred to Mia. I am a wedding planner and a new, big opportunity had recently fallen in my lap. It was a type of event partnership that I hadn't experienced before with a high profile family. I found myself in desperate need of a brand new contract that would specifically cater to my new opportunity. I was referred to Mia through another planner because Mia has lots of experience helping event professionals, as she used to be an event planner herself. The second I sat down with her I knew I was in great hands. Not only was she able to help me from a legal stand point, but she had tons of wisdom to help it also make sense from the events stand point. She worked quickly and efficiently and created a beautiful contract for me. She was an absolute pleasure to work with and I would recommend her to anyone!
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12 Nov, 2019 by Jude
Have you ever heard anyone say that they created an entire estate plan with their new wife and enjoyed the entire process? My wife and I did Erin is extremely knowledgeable, very easy to work with, approachable and explains the complex in easy to understand language. I recommend her without equivocation.
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24 Jul, 2009 by Anonymous
Bob helped me collect a six figure commission check that was due to me by a fortune 500 cmpany.
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11 Sep, 2013 by Anonymous
We own a bar and restaurant in North County. Jesse was able to help us change our hours of operation, obtain and modify licensing and solve some miscellaneous problems with vendors and landlords. We recommend Jesse to our friends, family and patrons constantly.
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25 Jul, 2024 by Mike wardle
If you like an efficient, organized and personalized way to meet your estate planning needs then Gabe is your man.
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12 Apr, 2024 by Dan plaut
Getting one's affairs in order is never a pleasant task. There are so many nuances to contend with. The law is especially tricky and having someone who knows the ins and outs is paramount.
Gabe is that person. He walks you through the process and explains everything in plain English. I highly recommend his services.
Thank you for helping us prepare for the future.
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12 Apr, 2024 by Grace
Gabe is a true expert in estate planning and was awesome to work with! He’s super knowledgeable, organized, thorough, responsive, and very efficient with the paperwork. It’s clear that he knows his stuff and asks all the necessary questions to customize the perfect estate plan for you. What we really appreciated was that he didn’t just draw up the papers, but actually helped fund our trust, showing he’s all about making sure everything’s buttoned up. He made the whole process feel easy and stress free. Thanks, Gabe!!
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25 Jul, 2024 by Mike wardle
If you like an efficient, organized and personalized way to meet your estate planning needs then Gabe is your man.
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12 Apr, 2024 by Dan plaut
Getting one's affairs in order is never a pleasant task. There are so many nuances to contend with. The law is especially tricky and having someone who knows the ins and outs is paramount.
Gabe is that person. He walks you through the process and explains everything in plain English. I highly recommend his services.
Thank you for helping us prepare for the future.
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12 Apr, 2024 by Grace
Gabe is a true expert in estate planning and was awesome to work with! He’s super knowledgeable, organized, thorough, responsive, and very efficient with the paperwork. It’s clear that he knows his stuff and asks all the necessary questions to customize the perfect estate plan for you. What we really appreciated was that he didn’t just draw up the papers, but actually helped fund our trust, showing he’s all about making sure everything’s buttoned up. He made the whole process feel easy and stress free. Thanks, Gabe!!
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15 Aug, 2024 by Julien descamps (dreamlabs)
John was incredibly helpful in assisting with pressing tax issues. He was fully engaged and attentive and anyone who needs a fantastic tax lawyer would be smart to give him a call to see if he can help you.
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12 Aug, 2024 by Steven ligor
I found Mr. Milikowsky on You tube. I gave him and call and he was very gracious and informative. He followed up on me the next week. Great service.
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07 Aug, 2024 by Jon linnihan
We were referred to Milikowsky Tax Law from an industry friend in one of the scariest moments of our businesses history: a CA sales tax audit. John instantly made us feel at ease with his approach on how to handle our audit. We came up with a plan and within a few months successfully closed our audit in our favor.
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26 May, 2020 by Susan
Mr. Rice was extremely professional and thorough in the issue I was having with my HOA. He went above and beyond by keeping me informed of the situation with the HOA. The HOA was very difficult and Mr. Rice continued to be professional in getting this matter resolved.
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12 May, 2020 by Carol
I hired Mr. Rice in June 2018 for an HOA dispute. Mr. Rice was in constant communication throughout my entire case; always reponding to my late night or weekend questions. His knowledge and expertise surpassed my expectations. If you want an honest attorney who has integrity I would highly recommend you hire Richard Rice.
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03 Mar, 2019 by Elena
I have never met attorney Richard in person , I just googled Encinitas attorneys on my I phone and he was the first one I spoke to and I was amazed with his services , everything ended up very , very well ( I never needed to use any attorney"s services so far , and I was concerned /scared ). He was my second opinion on a cease and desist letter / counter claim .I loved his ethics /integrity , high expertise / experience , very efficient and precise in his advise and accommodated me in the last minute . It took him minutes to review and advice while he was out of the office , just a miracle or a Godsend ! I highly recommend him to anyone ! I am so grateful for all the support and the great service I've received ! He changed a very tough situation into a more comfortable one ! This was an unexpected surprise for me and I felt the universe worked it out ! " Your intentions and desires are supported by the universe " I felt alone and helpless in this situation , not knowing what to do . He made it so simple !!!
Thank you so much Richard !
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22 Jun, 2014 by Anonymous
I have hired Mike for various litigation as well as transactional matters at various times over the past 15 years, and am working with him on two matters currently, one litigation and one transactional. Mike is very knowledgeable, hard working and effective. I have had a positive outcome from each case I have engaged him in---don't how many people can say that. But it isn't Mike's skill and knowledge that most distinguishes him from other highly capable attorneys. That would be his honesty, integrity and ethics. I have found no attorney I have worked with that is his equal in these areas. Qualities that can sometimes be in scarce supply when navigating the world of retaining an attorney.
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03 Jun, 2014 by Anonymous
I worked with Michael a few years ago and was extremely impressed with how he handled my case. Michael strives to provide the highest level of work possible. Professional, personable and highly responsive.
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26 May, 2014 by Rocky
Mike is a very competent professional lawyer, but that’s not why I use him.
Mike is very respectful of his clients’ time and money, but that’s not why I use him.
Mike doesn’t spend a lot of time circling the issue – he gets right to the meat of it and communicates with me in a way I can understand. But that’s not why I use him.
I go to Mike with my legal questions and problems because he’s ethical. Apparently, his principles and reputation are more important to him than maximizing his income. In a transaction or in devising a litigation strategy, there’s really no way for the layman to know beforehand if the job is being done right or not. It’s a question of trust.
I use Mike because I trust him.
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17 Sep, 2024 by Anonymous
This attorney is relentless and effective. Five stars or more. His heart is in the case and for his client.
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13 Aug, 2022 by Anonymous
Dave Peters is one of the worst lawyers in the history of legal services. His a liar, thief, con-artist, criminal, and self proclaimed messiah. I've worked with Mr. Peters and seen his manipulation tactics with HOA clients and self righteous attitude. He is finally getting a taste of his own medicine by non other than his own partners. He is in a massive lawsuit filed by his own proteges, law partners, that have sued him for malicious and abusive behavior against them over 20 years. The best news of this year 2022, is Mr. Peters filed for bankruptcy in January! God Bless America and our justice system!
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31 Oct, 2020 by Ryan
David Peters has been my\our attorney for decades. Initially, for our project and then me personally. We have paid him over $300,000. The return has been in the millions. He is relentless and easily the smartest person most people will ever meet. His problem is that he wins even when he should not. The bad made up press mostly from those he crushed "comes with the territory." He should care because the bad press annoys others, including his clients. He is so sought after that while I think he cares, he does not get around to dealing with the lies.
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What a Business Lawyer Can Do for You
A business lawyer provides critical legal guidance and support to entrepreneurs, startups, and established businesses. Whether you are forming a new company, drafting contracts, or navigating complex regulations, a business attorney ensures you are legally protected and operating within the law. They can also help prevent legal disputes or represent you in negotiations, transactions, or lawsuits that arise during the course of business operations.
Business lawyers have expertise in areas such as business formation, contract law, intellectual property, employment law, mergers and acquisitions, and corporate governance. They ensure that your business is compliant with relevant laws and help mitigate risks that could threaten your company's success.
When Should I Hire a Business Lawyer?
Hiring a business lawyer is essential at various stages of business development, including:
- Forming a business: When deciding on the best structure for your company (LLC, corporation, partnership, etc.), a lawyer can guide you through the registration and compliance process.
- Drafting contracts: If you need contracts for employees, partners, suppliers, or clients, a lawyer ensures these documents are legally sound and in your best interest.
- Mergers, acquisitions, or dissolutions: If you are buying, selling, or dissolving a company, legal counsel is critical to avoid costly mistakes.
- Compliance and regulatory issues: A lawyer can help navigate complex regulations, particularly in industries like healthcare, finance, or tech.
- Resolving disputes: Whether it's contract disagreements, intellectual property infringement, or employment issues, a business lawyer helps mediate, negotiate, or litigate on your behalf.
What Does a Business Lawyer Do?
Business lawyers provide a wide range of services that cater to different legal needs of a business. They can:
- Help you choose the best legal structure for your business.
- Draft, review, and negotiate contracts with employees, suppliers, customers, or business partners.
- Ensure regulatory compliance with local, state, and federal laws.
- Advise on tax strategies to minimize your business's tax burden.
- Assist with intellectual property protection, such as trademarks, patents, and copyrights.
- Handle mergers, acquisitions, and business sales, ensuring all legal paperwork is in order.
- Resolve disputes through negotiation, arbitration, or litigation.
How Are Business Lawyers Paid?
Business lawyers typically charge either by the hour or on a flat-fee basis, depending on the complexity of the work. Common payment structures include:
- Hourly rates: The lawyer charges based on the time spent working on your case. Rates vary depending on the lawyer's experience and location.
- Flat fees: For certain tasks, such as incorporating a business or drafting a standard contract, a lawyer may offer a flat fee.
- Retainer: Some businesses may hire a lawyer on retainer, paying a fixed amount each month to have ongoing access to legal services.
The payment structure is often discussed during an initial consultation so you can choose the one that best suits your business needs and budget.
How Much Does a Business Lawyer Cost?
The cost of hiring a business lawyer depends on factors such as:
- The complexity of the legal issue: More complex matters, like mergers or intellectual property disputes, typically cost more than routine tasks like contract drafting.
- The lawyer's experience and location: More experienced lawyers or those in larger cities often charge higher fees.
- The nature of the billing arrangement: Hourly rates can range from $150 to $1,000 or more, depending on the lawyer's expertise. Flat fees are usually available for simpler matters like forming an LLC or drafting a standard contract.
It's essential to discuss fee structures upfront to avoid surprises.
Top Questions to Ask a Business Lawyer
Before hiring a business lawyer, ask the following questions during your consultation:
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What is your experience with businesses like mine?
Find out if the lawyer has handled legal issues for companies in your industry. -
What services do you offer?
Ensure the lawyer can meet all your business's legal needs, from contract drafting to dispute resolution. -
What are your fees, and how do you bill?
Get clarity on how you'll be charged - whether by the hour, flat fee, or retainer. -
How do you handle conflicts of interest?
Ask how the lawyer ensures there is no conflict in representing your business. -
Can you provide references from other business clients?
Speaking with past clients will give you an idea of the lawyer's expertise and professionalism. -
Do you have experience in my specific industry?
Industry-specific knowledge can be crucial, especially in highly regulated fields like healthcare or finance.
How to Check the Credibility of a Business Lawyer
To ensure you're hiring a reputable business lawyer:
- Check state bar association records: Verify that the lawyer is in good standing and has no disciplinary actions against them.
- Look for client reviews or testimonials: Online reviews, testimonials, or word of mouth from other business owners can provide insight into the lawyer's reliability and effectiveness.
- Ask for references: A credible lawyer should have satisfied clients who can vouch for their services.
- Check professional memberships: Membership in respected legal organizations (such as the American Bar Association or a local business lawyer association) can signal credibility.
- Review their website and professional profile: A well-established lawyer typically has a professional website showcasing their areas of expertise, credentials, and case success.
What Should I Prepare for My First Consultation?
To make the most out of your first consultation with a business lawyer, prepare the following:
- A description of your business and its structure: This will help the lawyer understand your legal needs.
- Any current contracts or agreements: If you're seeking contract advice, bring copies of existing contracts.
- A list of legal issues or concerns: Be ready to discuss any potential legal challenges, such as regulatory compliance, disputes, or transactions.
- Financial documents: If applicable, bring financial records related to the legal matter you're seeking help with.
- Questions about fees and billing: Ensure you understand the lawyer’s payment structure and fees upfront.
By preparing these materials, you can ensure that your first meeting with a business lawyer is productive and informative.
