Business and Civil Litigation Lawyers in Southern California

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Do You Need a Civil Litigation Attorney?

As a California resident or business owner, successfully navigating contractual disputes, fraud, and misrepresentation on your own is a daunting challenge. You need effective representation to recover what’s rightfully yours.

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Civil Litigation

A civil litigation attorney in California defends your claim when criminal acts aren’t a factor.

Breach of Contract

Conflicts arise when parties fail to fulfill contractual obligations.

Partnership Disputes

Disagreements between partners threaten business survival. A civil lawsuit attorney helps resolve your disputes.

Construction Disputes

Delays, dishonored commitments, and defective construction work cost business owners dearly.

Insurance Bad Faith

Skilled business litigation lawyers fight insurance companies that deny your claims in bad faith.

Intellectual Property & Trade Secrets

Trademark, patent, and copyright infringement or theft of trade secrets undermine your legal protections.

Fiduciary Duty

When the duties specified in wills and trusts aren’t upheld, executors or trustees may be held liable.

Wrongful Termination & Employment Disputes

If you suspect your mistreatment or termination is based on discrimination or retaliation, you have rights. 

Real Estate

Misrepresentation, fraud, predatory lending, and wrongful foreclosure can cause you to lose your home or business.

Frequently Asked Questions

Our FAQ section provides concise answers to common business and civil litigation questions. Because every situation is different, we encourage you to schedule a FREE case evaluation with an OakTree civil or business litigation attorney.

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Clients’ Success Stories

Settlements

$500M+ of relief won for clients

“OakTree Law…Excellent service, in a variety of capacities within this very capable firm. The Staff is outstanding, very gracious at all levels in fine service…emphasizing professional attention with importance of personal availability for counsel in a number of legal areas, while exhibiting this exceptional customer/client concern.” – Phil Dowsing

Our Four Cs of Legal Excellence

COMMITMENT

We believe your dispute deserves tireless commitment.

COMMUNICATION

Our response time is quick and our answers are thorough.

COST

Our fees are completely transparent.

CHARACTER

We fight honestly and fairly to support your rights.

Attorneys, Ed Pitts, Mark Hoffman, Julie J. Villalobos, and Herbert Wiggins

Why Choose OakTree

OakTree Law business litigation lawyers achieve results.

Our civil litigation attorneys serve Los Angeles and the greater Southern California area with integrity and expertise. We’ve secured over $500 million in relief for thousands of clients just like you. With more than 300 5-star reviews and an A+ BBB rating for over a decade, OakTree is the firm you can lean on.

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