Summerland Lawyers

I graduated from the University of Iowa in 1972. My first year out of law school, two friends from Perry and I opened a bar and music center in Iowa City called the C.O.D. Steam Laundry. After a year I moved to California where I traveled the West Coast as a craft vendor and follower of the Grateful Dead band. In 1990, I decided to settle down in Santa Barbara and joined the California State Bar, practicing family law. My interest in family law grew to the point where I wanted to become a specialist in family...

Georgia L. Staab has been practicing law in Santa Barbara for over 22 years. Her practice is devoted to representing clients in all aspects family law, including divorce, child support, child custody and visitation, spousal support, guardianships, pre and post nuptial agreements, post-judgment modifications, post-divorce issues, domestic violence, paternity and move-aways. As a seasoned family law attorney, Georgia can explain your rights, responsibilities and the alternatives available for resolving the issues of your case. She will listen to your unique situation, and work to find solutions that are in the best interests of you and your family....

I am a former prosecutor focused on representing people who have been arrested for a variety of crimes, including Driving Under the Influence, Driving on a Suspended License, Hit and Run, Resisting Arrest, Drug Possession, Domestic Violence, and Petty Theft throughout Ventura, Santa Barbara, San Luis Obispo and Los Angeles counties. If your case is winnable, I have the skills to get it dismissed. If it is not, I have the skills to mitigate the charges and punishment you're facing.

Since 2011, attorney Marcus Morales has represented the interests of clients in Santa Barbara facing family lawsuits. He has fought for and obtained favorable results in lawsuits with issues related to divorce, such as spousal support, child custody, child support, property division, business valuation, and more. Marcus Morales believes in helping his clients forge new paths toward new possibilities, and ensuring any children involved with your case find the safest environment to call home. When you’ve reached a difficult place in your life, Marcus Morales wants to help you find a way out. Immediately speaking with an attorney about your...

Mr. Tomlinson's experience in tax planning, tax audits and appeals and international business transactions is unmatched on California’s Central Coast. Mr. Tomlinson's practice also focuses on estate planning, trust and estate administrations, business formations and mergers and acquisitions.

Mr. Tomlinson received J.D. degree from Northwestern University. He began his law career as an attorney with the IRS Chief Counsel's Office. He rose to senior trial attorney with the IRS and served for a period as acting IRS Assistant Regional Counsel.

After leaving the IRS, Mr. Tomlinson served as in house counsel for several Fortune 500 corporations over a span of 18 years,...

I am a highly trained mediator and lawyer with 25 years of experience in the field of dispute resolution. As a former trial attorney, I know the anatomy of a lawsuit. As a mediator, I understand the dynamics of conflict. With insight, empathy, perspective and legal knowledge, I help parties communicate and reach common ground.

Evan is a passionate advocate who enjoys representing individuals against large insurance companies.

He grew up riding motocross and playing hockey on California’s Central Coast. For college, Evan attended Cal Poly San Luis Obispo, where he graduated summa cum laude, accepted an invitation to speak as a graduation commencement speaker, and received the Orfalea College of Business Scholastic Achievement Award for graduating with the highest GPA in his Business Entrepreneurship concentration.

Evan earned his Juris Doctor from the University of San Diego School of Law, graduating magna cum laude with election to The Order of the Coif. While in law school, he...

Attorney Mark Kenneth Flores is a founding partner of Crane Flores, LLP, a personal injury law firm with offices in Ventura, Santa Barbara, and Oxnard. Mr. Flores has exclusively practiced in the area of personal injury litigation for over 20 years. He worked at some of the largest and most successful personal injury law firms in Los Angeles, prior to starting his practice in the Central coast. With more than 20 years in practice, Mr. Flores is capable of handling any type of personal injury or wrongful death claim, from auto accidents to asbestos-induced mesothelioma.

30+ Years Expertise As a licensed Realtor®-Broker & Attorney (CA + CO) … - I contribute my years of expertise to each assignment, - Paying particular attention to details, - Providing prompt & comprehensive responses, and - Keeping clientele involved and informed throughout every transaction.

I am a California native originally from the San Joaquin Valley. I graduated from the University of California at Santa Barbara in 1970 where I studied Political Science. In 1975, after 3 years of world travel I formed an import clothing business. It included a Santa Barbara retail store and for 25 years operated as a national wholesale outlet. I took part in the management of the business and the design and distribution of the products. My duties included national and international travel, meeting with customers and vendors, as well as dealing with international banking and import/export requirements. The company...

Karine Wegrzynowicz is a seasoned business and estate planning attorney who supports individuals, families, and small businesses in securing their present and future well-being. With a focus on simplifying complex financial and legal choices, she offers guidance to a diverse clientele, ensuring their goals are met now and into the future. Karine partners with Thyne Taylor Fox Howard, a comprehensive law firm in Santa Barbara CA, to serve clients across California. Karine's educational background includes a B.S. in Computer Science from the University of Michigan and an Intellectual Property certificate from Stanford. Her diverse experience spans roles as a Corporate Executive...

The founder of Shulman Family Law Group, Maya Shulman offers legal representation to those in Los Angeles, Ventura and Santa Barbara counties who are dealing with issues of family law, including divorce and custody. Her years of working with complex, difficult family law matters prepared her to handle complicated matters of move away cases, interstate and international family law. With a deep commitment to confidentiality and discretion, Ms. Shulman often handles complex matters of custody, surrogacy and entangled divorce for residents of California.

Maya moved to the United States from her native Latvia 28 years ago, after attending University of...

The Law Firm of Dennis G. Merenbach is a full service law firm representing and advising clients in the many different areas of law. Mr. Merenbach's academic credential and professional experience are of the highest caliber. Mr. Merenbach is committed to the pursuit of excellence, communicate effectively, and demonstrate personal and professional ethics, as well as the utmost concern for my clients.

Over 35 years practicing law, mediating, and judging cases and controversies. I am available for private judicial assignments persuant to Rules of Court.

Kingston, Martinez & Hogan, has specialized in commercial collection in the California Central Coast for over 35 years. The firm provides prompt and effective assistance on all types of collection matters ranging from accounts receivable to complex commercial litigation. Commercial collection matters are supervised by Bruce W. Hogan, who has focused his practice on representing business creditors for over 30 years. Mr. Hogan graduated from Amherst College in 1969, and from the University of Denver Law School in 1975, where he was on the law review. He is the former chairperson of the Creditor-Debtor Section of the Santa Barbara County...

My career started as a trial lawyer for the IRS Office of Chief Counsel and I have spent more than 25 years in private practice resolving problems with the IRS and state tax agencies.

Licensed to practice law in California and Washington DC, Mr. Thiele's law practice has an emphasis on business and corporate law, litigation, and arbitration as well as mergers and acquisitions. Mr. Thiele is also a California real estate broker and speaks German. He holds a BS in Chemistry from the University of Wisconsin Green Bay and a Doctor of Jurisprudence from the Santa Barbara College of Law

Amy is a member of the Water & Public Lands Group. She has specialized experience in Colorado River Issues and Endangered Species Act compliance. She represents public water agencies, special districts, private landowners and water utilities in both litigation and transactional matters. Amy works on a broad range of water and land use issues, including California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) compliance, water rights permitting, administrative proceedings, complex groundwater adjudications, and water supply planning under SB 610/2210.

John Rounds is a founding partner in our firm. He has focused on the following practice areas: Bankruptcy and Consumer Advocacy Law: John has helped thousands of personal and business Bankruptcy Clients. Mr. Rounds has a 20+ year reputation for helping working people and small companies through the most difficult times to get a financial "fresh start". Options include the complete discharge, structured payments or other negotiated settlement of the most problematic claims. Business Law: John's years as a transactional attorney and personal history in buying and selling businesses, results in a prospective...