We provide litigation and transactional services for companies, corporate directors and officers, investors and high net worth individuals. Not only do we solve problems when disputes arise, we also help our clients minimize the risk of litigation. Our overall goal is problem solving, not over-lawyering. From business and real estate litigation to corporate law, we are attorneys with over 65 years of combined experience in the practice of law.

We are focused on the consistent and dependable delivery of quality legal work in sophisticated matters — at all times recognizing that economy and efficiency are critical.

Business Litigation

Business Litigation

We have the experience and background to handle a wide range of business cases, from breach of contract, unfair competition, and shareholder disputes to fraud and related business torts.

Our business litigators regularly compete against large law firms, yet we pride ourselves on being an economical alternative for our clients. We believe that our ability to resolve sophisticated and challenging cases without losing sight of the bottom line is reflected by our loyal clients and our growing list of victories.

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RICO Law

RICO Law

We can represent you or your business in a wide array of claims that frequently are filed in conjunction with RICO litigation. Our attorneys have successfully defended and prosecuted numerous RICO cases in federal court, including:

  • Defense of a $6.5 million RICO lawsuit with a unanimous jury verdict
  • Dismissal of a multi-million dollar RICO lawsuit filed by the largest importer of Chinese garlic in the world
  • Defense of seven parties in a federal RICO lawsuit involving food industry corruption
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Contract Disputes

Contract Disputes

We handle breach of contract cases involving commercial agreements, purchase and sale contracts, service agreements, employment contracts, and more. Our attorneys have extensive experience in contract litigation and can help protect your rights and interests.

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Real Estate

Real Estate Law

Our firm manages all aspects of commercial and residential real estate disputes for clients ranging from entrepreneurs and investors to title companies and homeowners, including related transactional engagements.

We have substantial real estate litigation experience, including: commercial unlawful detainer, nuisance, trespass, construction claims, mechanics liens, judicial and non-judicial foreclosure, premises liability, inverse condemnation, eminent domain, and breach of real property purchase contracts.

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Civil Litigation

Civil Litigation & Appeals

As a boutique litigation firm, we handle trials and civil appeals in state and federal courts throughout Southern California, as well as administrative hearings, arbitration, mediation and pre-trial litigation.

Our attorneys have handled complex litigation matters in state, federal, and appellate courts, including actions involving disputes under the Commercial Code, breach of fiduciary duty, directors & officers liability, malicious prosecution, securities, fraud, RICO and dozens of contract disputes.

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Automotive Industry

Dealership / Automotive Industry

Our law firm handles legal engagements for a variety of clients in the automotive industry, including R.V and auto dealers, racecar mechanics, repair shops, car collectors, and others involved with racecars and show cars.

We provide legal representation in areas such as dealership disputes, franchise agreements, warranty claims, lemon law defense, and other automotive industry matters.

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Business Torts

Business Torts

We handle a wide variety of business tort claims, including fraud, misrepresentation, unfair competition, interference with contractual relations, conversion, and other business-related wrongs. Our attorneys have successfully prosecuted and defended numerous business tort cases.

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Corporate Law

Business Transactions & Corporate Law

We provide business counsel to local and national companies, from start-ups to multinational Fortune 500 companies. Our attorneys advise clients on entity formation, corporate governance, mergers and acquisitions, financing, employment agreements, and other business transactions.

We also negotiate and draft buy-sell agreements, non-competition agreements, asset sales, stock sales, commercial leases, licensing agreements, and other business transactions.

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Contact California Business Law Lawyers at Lanza & Smith

Contact us online or call at 949-221-0490 to arrange a consultation with one of our Irvine business litigation lawyers.

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Our attorneys are ready to help you with your business litigation, real estate, or corporate law needs.