Civil Litigation Attorney in Orange County, California
Representing Individuals and Businesses since 1971
At the office of Arnie Blakely, Attorney at Law, in Costa Mesa, we have represented individuals and businesses in civil litigation and appeals for over three decades. A former judge pro tem, attorney Blakely understands how courts operate and is familiar with the different ways that civil disputes can be resolved. We will listen carefully to your concerns and help you identify solutions that are tailored to your individualized needs. Contact our office or call us at 714-881-2579 x2122 for an appointment.
Our Probate, Estate and Trust Litigation Practice
We represent individuals and businesses in litigation involving the administration of an estate in probate or the administration of a trust. Our clients include:
- executors, administrators or personal representatives of estates
- trustees
- heirs or beneficiaries under a will or trust
We handle disputes involving the interpretation and construction of wills, trusts, powers of attorney and advance health care directives. We also represent parties in legal actions involving the payment of estate taxes, allegations of attorney or accountant malpractice regarding an estate or trust, the removal of a trustee or executor, and other controversies related to receiving or paying an inheritance.
In addition to over 30 years of legal experience, we also bring a comprehensive understanding of accounting, tax and estate planning to clients with probate or trust controversies.
Our Real Estate Litigation Practice
We represent a wide range of parties in residential or commercial real estate litigation, including:
- buyers and sellers
- real estate brokers, agents and escrow companies
- property owners, property management companies and homeowners' associations
- developers, designers, architects and engineers
- builders, contractors and subcontractors, including carpenters, electricians and plumbers
- landlords and tenants
We handle most types of litigation involving residential or commercial real estate, such as:
- breach of contract actions related to the sale of purchase of real property, or the construction/remodeling/renovation of residential or commercial structures
- construction defects
- insurance claims, including landslide and property damage actions
- title disputes, boundary arguments, and disagreements over the creation or violation of easements
- land use and zoning controversies
- condominium disputes
We have the experience to resolve your issues through alternative means of dispute resolution, including mediation or arbitration, or can protect your interests at trial or on appeal.
We also represent individuals and businesses in tax litigation and appeals, including matters involving income tax, payroll tax, estate tax or property tax. See our tax page for more information.
To schedule a confidential consultation with an experienced lawyer, contact us or call us at 714-881-2579 x2122. We have a voice mail service available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Our office is located just off the Bristol exit on the 405 freeway, near the South Coast Plaza shopping center.