Newport Beach Attorney

Contracts

Newport Beach Attorney — Sat, 31 Oct 2009 04:31:42 +0000

You legal and business situation is unique therefore you don’t want a one size fits all contract off the internet. Contracts do follow a general form and this form should be followed. There are certain general principles that need to be included in every contract. However, generic contracts offered by non-lawyers are not going to properly address the specifics of your situation. A contract lawyer help you identify where and when you should use certain contract provisions.

In a consultation, a contract attorney will listen to you circumstances and and determine what type of document you need and what are the basic terms and provisions that you need. In addition, a contract lawyer can suggest and draft specific provisions tailored to your individual needs.

Our contract lawyer has extensive experience with all types of contracts from the very complex to simple contracts including: disclaimers, leases, licenses, employment contracts, promissory notes. Our contract attorney has provided and reviewed contracts for diverse industries including sports, entertainment, real estate, and general business.

Contract Review

If you already have a contract that you have drafted yourself or have a contract that someone drafted and asked you to sign our contract attorney can review it for you.

Costa Mesa DUI

Newport Beach Attorney — Sat, 31 Oct 2009 03:33:24 +0000

One of the first questions people have when they are arrested for a Costa Mesa DUI is whether they need a Costa Mesa DUI attorney or can they just go to court and represent themselves pro-se. A DUI is a serious criminal offense, lobby groups such as Mothers Against Drunk Driving have been very successful in their lobbying efforts. Penalties have become harsher each and every year. In addition, it has increasingly more common for first time offenders to do some jail time in county jail.

The maximum jail time for a first offense Costa Mesa DUI is six months imprisonment and if you are a first time offender it can be applied to you. Without an attorney you will go into court representing yourself against an experienced district attorney who knows the intricacies of DUI law and local court procedure. It is the district attorney job to get convictions and to maximize penalties. Politically it has become popular to prosecute DUI offenders to the fullest extent of the law as dangerous offenses that threaten public safety and causes loss of life.

For someone inexperienced with DUI charges, the court process can be difficult and confusing. A Costa Mesa DUI attorney has experience representing you and your actions in a light most favorable to you. A simple call or email to a Costa Mesa DUI lawyer can get you competent effective representation immediately.

Trade Secrets

Newport Beach Attorney — Thu, 29 Oct 2009 20:04:32 +0000

As trade secret attorneys we have experience representing clients with respect to their trade secret law issues. We stress protecting trade secrets in the course of one’s business to avoid future problems that might lead to loss of revenue and significant expense of litigation. In particular, our trade secret lawyers can advise clients on how to protect trade secrets during business transactions and negotiations through non-disclosure and proprietary information agreements. In addition, we can provide guidance with respect to the prevention of trade secret issues with employees and contractors through covenants such as covenants not to compete and requirement that all trade secret information be returned upon termination of employment or contract.

When controversy does arise, we are prepared to assist both those accused of misappropriation defend against unsubstantiated claims and well as assisting those who seek to protect their trade secrets from misappropriation. We understand that trade secret issues are time sensitive and that sensitive digital information can be transmitted around the world in the matter of seconds, and therefore may require immediate action, whether it be contacting the opposing party or preliminary injunctions.

As experienced trade secret attorneys we strive to give our clients a clear explanation of their rights under both Federal and state law. In addition, we strive to stay up to date on changes in the law so that we can provide possible litigation strategies that will protect their business and legal interests in a quick and reliable manner.

2257 Law

Newport Beach Attorney — Sat, 24 Oct 2009 01:22:48 +0000

We have worked with some of the most well known and cutting edge producers and webmasters in the industry. We have advised them on all aspect of their business from 2257 to tax and first amendment rights. At the same time, we make our best efforts to start up companies and newer producers to help them the legal intricacies of the business.

2257 requires producers of certain materials to obtain identification from their models, and retain such records. 2257 is very specific with regards to the type of documentation required, where and how to keep them, and the disclosures required. 2257 can be very confusing without the assistance of a lawyer. Because the consequences for failure to comply with Section 2257 is five years in prison and fines, it is advisable to consult 2257 law attorney can help you correctly understand and comply with the requirements.

In addition, judicial interpretation and case law with respect to 2257 is constantly evolving, therefore model releases and record keeping compliance procedures may need to be updated. For these reasons it is not advisable to use a form disclosure or release that has not been reviewed by an attorney who is up to date on the most recent developments. Our 2257 attorneys are specialized in entertainment law and strive to provide our clients with the most up to date information in order to protect their rights.

Film

Newport Beach Attorney — Thu, 22 Oct 2009 19:29:48 +0000

We have represented production companies, distributors, screenwriters, directors, and on screen talent.

Our entertainment lawyers have extensive experience with movie production. Legal issues with respect to movie production is multi-faceted and includes everything from contracts and intellectual property to tax and finance. In particular, our attorneys are well versed in Federal law as well as state and local law in jurisdictions such as California and New York where movie production is typically based.

We believe understanding our client’s business is essential to advocating for their legal rights. We are lawyers who know how to apply the law in the context of the entertainment business. We are a full service law firm that can advise on every aspect of our clients business. In particular, we have assisted clients was such issues as LLC operating agreements, understanding name, likeness and publicity rights, and licensing agreements.

Our clients in the movie industry are diverse. In addition to representing domestic production companies, we have advised foreign film makers in navigating the legal system to finance and produce their films in the United States. Our Entertainment attorneys have been a part of teams working with very large multi-million dollar transactions as well as small independent films and distributors.

Prenuptial Agreement

Newport Beach Attorney — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 22:48:10 +0000

Newport Beach Prenuptial Agreement Attorneys

A prenuptial agreement allows both potential spouses to agree on financial and ownership matters for themselves rather than accept the general marriage laws with respect to property. A prenuptial agreement is like an insurance policy, you don’t plan to dissolve the marriage but you plan ahead for the slim possibility. By settling certain issues before the marriage, both parties can have piece of mind because it protects the rights of both parties.

Financial matters such as ownership and estate planning are addressed up front. For example, if one of the parties should happen to die without a will, the prenuptial agreement may set out how assets were intended to be dispersed.

An experience prenuptial agreement attorney can present you with all of your options and help you decide if a prenuptial agreement is right for you. If you decide you would like a prenuptial agreement, our Newport beach attorney can draft an agreement that is tailored to your particular needs. A prenuptial is a contract that should be carefully drafted and reviewed by both parties.

Laguna Beach DUI Lawyer

Newport Beach Attorney — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 04:58:09 +0000

Being a local Laguna Beach DUI attorney, I agressively defend clients who have been charged with DUI and assist themwith their Laguna Beach DWI issues. A Laguna Beach DUI lawyer who grew up in the area may have a knowledge of the local streets, traffic, and bars that a non-local would not.

Having lived and worked in the local area our Laguna Beach DUI attorney understands the unique nature of the community and the city. We seek to give those accused of DUI in Laguna Beach the best possible outcome and expedient resolution of their case.

Most likely if you arrested for DUI in Laguna Beach, you have been arrested by the Laguna Beach Police Department, although it is possible to have been arrested by the Orange County Sheriff’s Department or the Highway Patrol.

When you are arrested for DUI or DWI in Laguna Beach, your criminal court appearance will be held at the Harbor Justice Center which is located at 4601 Jamboree Road, Newport Beach, CA 92660.

A Laguna Beach DUI lawyer can assist you with criminal proceedings as well as DMV proceeding with respect to your driving privileges.

Photography Law

Newport Beach Attorney — Wed, 09 Sep 2009 06:00:09 +0000

In the technology era, the proliferation of the internet has created ever increasing legal challenges for photographers trying to gain exposure for their work while still retaining proprietary interest.

Our photography lawyers can help you draft all documents related to photography including model releases and licensing agreements for your photos. Your photography created through your time and effort is your product, thus you should ensure you have the properly drafted documents to protect it. A photography attorney can ensure that your documents are tailored to address your unique situation.

In addition, a photography lawyer can assist you in enforcing your legal rights. Our photography attorneys can be retained to send cease and desist notices to those using your photos without your permission or if need be take those using your images in violation of copyrights to trial.

Our photography attorneys have worked with photographers and can assist you understand and enforce your legal rights with respect to your photography.

Collection Attorney

Newport Beach Attorney — Wed, 09 Sep 2009 05:32:28 +0000

If you are having trouble collecting a debt owed to you a California collection attorney can assist you.

Demand Letter

A strongly worded demand letter from an attorney often compels debtors to pay amounts owed without ever going to court. Such a letter from a collections lawyer puts the debtor on notice that the amount owed is in default. In addition, it lets your debtor know that you are serious about exercising all rights under the law to collect the debt.

Lawsuit

A debt collection lawyer can also file suit to collect the debt. Filing a suit to obtain amounts owed to you can be complex and frustrating process, however our debt collection attorneys can represent you and explain the process to you. After a successful judgment, the debt collection lawyers can help you take affirmative steps to collect the amounts owed to you such as garnishing the debtors wages or places a lien on the debtor’s bank account, car, real property, or other assets.

Our collections lawyers assists a wide range of clients including individuals, small businesses and large businesses.

Newport Beach Trademark Lawyer

Newport Beach Attorney — Tue, 18 Aug 2009 15:01:22 +0000

As Newport Beach copyright and trademark lawyers, we make registering trademarks and copyrights available to small business owners. Protecting intellectual property rights can be extremely complicated, however our experience make the process much easier.

Our experience in intellectual property allows us to clearly explain the process to our clients. By identifying and addressing issues up front, we make the process of registering a company’s copyrights and trademarks as quick and efficient as possible. After reviewing your situation, we will assist you in determining whether a trademark or copyright is the best alternative

We are Newport Beach trademark lawyers providing copyright attorney services for businesses and individuals.