Mission Viejo Lawyers

Ms. Hammers has practiced exclusively Family Law since 1997. She is a Certified Specialist in Family Law, certified by the Sate Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization since 2006.
Graduate of University of California, Los Angeles, School of Law 1997
Partner, Hammers & Baltazar, LLP.- August 2004 to present.
President and CEO of Hammers & Baltazar, A.P.L.C. May 2002 - August 2004.
Member, 2006 to present, Association of Certified Family Law Specialists. Board of Trustees, 2008-2010....

As a Real Estate Attorney, Broker and REALTOR®, I am uniquely positioned to advance you through the complex maze of modern California real estate transactions and related legal issues unlike any traditional real estate approach. I work with Sellers and Buyers, Landlords and Tenants, and the entire real estate community to strategically realize your goals, maximize your leverage, ensure proper due diligence, advocate on your behalf and provide advice and analysis as only a licensed Attorney can. I am active with the Newport Beach Association of REALTORS® and the Orange County Bar Association and aggressively monitor local markets,...

Originally from the Dominican Republic, where I obtained my first Law Degree at the Pontificia Universidad Catolica Madre y Maestra (PUCMM), I came to the United States and obtained my Master in Laws from Brooklyn Law School’s program for Foreign-Trained Attorneys. I sat for the New York State Bar Exam and became a Licensed Attorney in the state of Connecticut specializing in immigration law. Most of my practice consists in representing clients in affirmative cases. The majority of these cases are Provisional Waivers, Fraud waivers, Family-Based Petitions, Consular Processing, Visa Extensions, Changes of Status, Defensive and Affirmative Asylum, marriage-based Adjustment of...

Attorney Davis founded the Law Offices of Terry K. Davis in June 1993 Bar Admissions: Admitted to California Supreme Court U.S. District Court (Central and Eastern Districts), U.S. Court of Appeals, 9th Circuit U.S. Supreme Court Reported cases: Carter v. California Dept. of Veterans Affairs (2006) 38 Cal.4th 914 Professional Affiliations: American Inns of Court, Robert A. Banyard Chapter, Orange County Orange County Bar Association, Labor and Employment Law Section Orange County Trial Lawyers Association, Board of Directors and Past Vice-President, 2010 California Employment Lawyers Association Consumer Attorneys of Los Angeles Education: Juris...

Jonathan Michaels first became licensed in 1995, and since that time has created an exemplary litigation practice. Michaels has challenged some of the largest companies in the world, litigating cases in state and federal courts throughout the U.S. In these endeavors, he has received astounding verdicts and settlements for his clients – achievements that yielded him the “Attorney of the Year” award by his law school alma mater in 2012.

Michaels has also developed a particularly specialized practice in the automotive industry, having become well-known in the U.S. for litigating some of the most important cases in the industry. He is...

Jon McGrath has been practicing employment law in Southern California for over ten years, upholding the principle of "preventative law", which focuses on legal compliance and risk avoidance for smaller sized businesses in Orange County and throughout the state. Jon has a successful track record of being a business owner himself and understands the issues that Californian business have with compliance and a multitude of state and federal employment laws and regulations, such as dealing with discrimination and harassment matters.

Mr. McGrath is a graduate of California State University at Long Beach and California Western School of Law in San...

For over 40 years, attorney Daniel C. Carlton has devoted his professional life to protecting the rights of people in Orange County and throughout Southern California. Attorney Carlton is a licensed Real Estate Broker and has extensive experience in real estate law, including but not limited to real estate disputes, purchase and sales litigation, commercial transactions and leases, constructions disputes, DRE licensing and matters involving homeowners associations (HOA). He also has decades of experience representing people injured in slip and fall accidents, motor vehicle accidents and other personal injury cases.

Attorney Carlton is known for his personalized approach, getting to know...

Ms. McMillan obtained her Bachelor of Arts degree in English, Spanish and Latin American Studies from the University of New South Wales in Australia in April 1993, after which she returned to the United States to attend law school. Ms. McMillan received her J.D. from Western State University College of Law in Fullerton, California in 1996, having graduated from Western State University Magna Cum Laude in the top 5% of her class. Ms. McMillan was placed on either the Honor Roll or the Dean’s High Honors Roll for every semester of law school. Ms. McMillan received a number of American Jurisprudence...

Rudolph & Chonoles, LLP is a business law and business litigation boutique. We counsel and represent clients in business entity formation and dissolution, raising venture capital, purchase and sale of businesses, business operation and transactions, contract negotiation and drafting, asset protection, business disputes and lawsuits, wage and hour claims, and employment matters. Stephen J. Chonoles is one of the firm's two founding partners. He counsels and represents clients in all of the firm's practice areas. He is licensed in California, and has appeared by permission of court in Nevada. Mr. Chonoles is a member of...

As the founder of The Law Office of Bruce C. Bridgman, Orange County attorney Bruce C. Bridgman offers legal counsel in criminal defense and civil issues. Since 1974, he has been in the legal field, and he has operated his own practice for over two decades. Before his current firm’s establishment, Attorney Bridgman was a partner at another firm and a deputy district attorney in Orange County. He is a graduate of the UCLA Law School, where he was a Wilson Scholar. Receive a zero-charge case evaluation by contacting his firm.

I have practiced law for 30 years, and since many of my clients were Spanish speaking immigrants, in order to serve them, I handled matters in many different areas of the law. I have handled contract disputes, child custody and divorce actions, challenges to state agencies, personal injury matters, immigration cases, appeals to the US Court of Appeals and numerous criminal cases. Today, I practice mostly in the Federal Courts doing Immigration Law, with an emphasis on aliens of extraordinary ability, business investors, and refugees seeking political asylum. I also do First Amendment law with an emphasis on Election...

Ronald G. Brower, an Orange County criminal defense attorney, has been a leading player in the Southern California legal scene for over 40 years. If you’re looking for reasons to explain that status, maybe all you need to know is what a Los Angeles Times columnist wrote a few years back after watching Ron Brower’s defense of a murder suspect:
“What lawyer would you call if you found yourself — guilty or innocent — facing charges? Somewhere on my short list of three or four would be Ronald G. Brower of Santa Ana. I wouldn’t hesitate for a second to place...

Our office is well-versed in many areas of practice. We will not advocate for you in an area we are not experienced in. Our team brings a diverse background to the table, allowing us to advocate for you in many areas of law. This gives the Law Offices of Thomas R. Chapin an edge when dealing with complex legal matters. Often, more than one area of expertise is required. No need to hire a multitude of attorneys. We can provide you with comprehensive legal support in many areas.

I graduated from UCLA School of Law in 1980. I am proud of the thousands of clients that I have been able to assist in the past 40 years. Many have been Spanish speaking and from disadvantaged communities. I have had the pleasure of obtaining multimillion dollar verdicts for my clients. I have also represented clients with much smaller claims, yet I keep all my clients well informed of the progress on their legal matter and meet frequently with them. In addition to my personal injury practice, I also have a thriving criminal defense practice.
Last year my daughter,...

When you come to Clayson, Mann, Yaeger & Hansen law firm, you can have confidence in the representation you can receive. A Corona attorney at this law office has dealt with all kinds of employment law and business law issues and is well equipped to come to your assistance today. Attorney Sallie Barnett received her Juris Doctorate from Southern Illinois University, School of Law. Prior to that, she earned her Bachelor of Science degree from Southern Illinois University. She has been BV® Distinguished Peer Review Rated by Martindale-Hubbell® and has the competence and dedication you need at this pivotal time...

The Law Offices of Kory Mathewson will help your situation and save you time and money! Contact us 24/7 to get a free consultation with an attorney. Experience counts! We have been helping our clients get the best possible outcomes for their cases since 1998. A part of our focus is to bring the best criminal defense service to Anaheim, Orange County, Riverside, San Bernardino, Rancho Cucamonga, and all of Southern California.  Our Anaheim criminal defense attorneys want to work with you to create the right defense for your case. Unlike other law firms who take down...

I have been focusing on lemon law for my entire career since graduating UCLA School of Law. After spending years working to defend manufacturers, I realized we were on the wrong side of justice. I now work for consumers just like you, helping you fight to get your money back so you can purchase a safe, reliable vehicle. I know all the ins and outs of the trade, as I have worked for the "other side," and know how they operate. I founded LemonLaw123.com to help people who feel unsafe in their vehicle, or frustrated with the process of repeatedly taking...

We have one motto: “A warm hearted team for simplified legal solutions” Think about this: If what we are doing is not adding value to your life, business and above all, if our work is not simplifying your problems then why do it at all? We have hearts here at Rijal Law Firm, and yes, pun was intended. Every day, in every way, we strive to be the very best team of professionals, dedicated to providing peace of mind for you. We are committed to building and maintaining a lifetime relationship with each and every client based upon integrity,...

Profile Former Orange County Deputy District Attorney & Deputy Public Defender Mr. Anthony formerly worked for the Orange County District Attorney where he successfully prosecuted serious felony cases for the government. His knowledge of D.A. office policies, procedures and personnel are important ingredients in the recipe for successfully defending your matter. Furthermore, Mr. Anthony spent many years of his legal career working for the Orange County Public Defender, defending clients in a wide range of criminal matters. From a background of handling a multitude of cases similar to yours, from both sides of the counsel table, Daryl D. Anthony can offer expertise...

Mr. Oropallo has been practicing law since 2001 and is a member of the California Applicant’s Attorneys Association (CAAA). Prior to law school at Western State University where he graduated with honors and interned for then Presiding Justice David G. Sills at the California Court of Appeals, 4th District, he attended the California Maritime Academy majoring in Nautical Industrial Technology and California State University, Los Angeles majoring in Finance. Prior to entering the legal profession, he worked in the securities, maritime and real estate industries and spent a number of years living and working overseas in various parts of Asia. His legal...

Binoye Jos is an experienced and compassionate Orange County family law attorney handling divorce and family law matters. With 55 years of combined experience, his law firm has successfully represented scores of clients in Santa Ana, Anaheim, Costa Mesa, Aliso Viejo, Irvine, Westminster and throughout Orange County. He believes every client is unique and each case is different. Binoye takes pride in understanding his clients and delivering personalized solutions using his deep knowledge of California laws. Binoye and the staff at Jos Family Law have earned their reputation as zealous attorneys who fight for their client’s rights. Prioritizing amicable solutions...

Tracy Jackson Willis received her Bachelor of Arts degree from the Lockhaven University of Pennsylvania and her Juris Doctorate from Western State University College of Law. Tracy graduated Summa Cum Laude and earned the Marcia Blanchard Wilbur Memorial Award for outstanding woman student in recognition of outstanding leadership and superior academic achievement from Western State University College of Law. Tracy's bar membership includes the United States District Court, Central District of California. Tracy served as a legal research extern to Justice William F. Rylaarsdam of the 4th Appellate District Court. Tracy also fine tuned her writing skills on law review and...