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Karin Easter Gurwell
Law Office of Karin Easter Gurwell
7755 Center Avenue
Suite 1100
Huntington Beach, CA 92647
Phone: (714) 372-2266 | Fax: (714) 372-2276
Trust Me with Your Trial Work
Legal Topic
Real Estate
Preferred New Clients
Breach of contract issues, including evictions, failure to pay amounts due, failure to properly complete the work.
Sub-Categories
Commercial Real Estate
- Construction Contracts
- Construction Defects
- Eminent Domain
- Homeowners' Associations
- Mechanics' Liens
- Renting & Leasing
- Construction Defects
- Homeowners' Associations
- Mechanics' Liens
- Renting & Leasing
Bar Admissions
CA, May 1979
Bar Number: 86011
Other Court Admissions
California, U.S. District Court for CA East, South, Central.
Association Memberships
Orange County Bar Association, Business Litigation Section.
Continuing Education
I teach trial advocacy sessions and act as judge for trial advocacy classes. I also attend regular continuing education classes/seminars through the The Rutter Group, State Bar of California, Orange County Bar Association.
Example Cases
Contract disputes between property management and tenants.
Contract dispute between consumer and car repair or home repair company.
Education
Degree:
Juris Doctor
School:
Southwestern University
City:
Los Angeles
State:
CA
Year:
1976
Degree:
A.A.
School:
Graceland University
City:
Lamoni
State:
IA
Year:
1969
Degree:
B.A.
School:
University of California at Santa Barbara
City:
Santa Barbara
State:
CA
Year:
1971
Number of Attorneys
1
State Licensed In
California
Firm Focus and History
Opened in 1989, this is a sole practitioner office, taking extra personal care of each client. Years of litigation experience results in effective trial skills, and, just as important, exceptional settlement skills.
Previous Employment Summary
1989-present Karin Easter Gurwell.
1989-1992 Law Office of Brian N. Winn (now Winn and Sims).
1988 Swanson and Dowdall (now Terry R. Dowdall).
1984-1987 Palitz & Associates.
Activities and Awards
Orange County Superior Court, non-personal injury panel.
Temporary Judge for Orange County Superior Court mandatory settlement conferences (about monthly).
Temporary Judge Orange County Superior Court, Westminster Justice Center small claims cases.
[past] Mediation Officer in Los Angeles Superior Court.
[past] Los Angeles County Bar Hospice and AIDS Hotline.
[past] Los Angeles County Bar Volunteers in Parole.
[past] Director of Diversity, ABA General Litigation Section.
What is your opinion regarding clients educating themselves on legal issues?
It is a very helpful and efficient way to resolve the inevitable disputes that arise between people. I take it as a sign of good will and responsibility on the part of the client.
Are you willing to review documents prepared by clients?
I find it interesting and fun. Often a few small edits can result in a much more effective case for the client.
Are you willing to coach clients who want to represent themselves?
I often prepare a detailed outline to remind clients of what points to cover and in which order to present their arguments. Taking the outline to the hearing helps clients present the best argument possible.
Why did you decide to be a lawyer?
It is a very strong skill to help people resolve their problems. It is important to me to offer support and encouragement to those around me, and people with legal problems often need lots of support and encouragement.
What work experience and education helps you be a better lawyer?
I have the perspective of someone willing and able to make needed changes. I am blessed with courage and perspective, and I have run my own business for more than 20 years.
Why did you decide on your primary area of practice?
Trial advocacy is one of the higher skills a lawyer can develop. I like the competition, and especially the winning in such a high-risk environment.
What do you like best about your career?
The intense involvement with a case for a limited period of time.
Tell us about your law firm:
My office is in an executive suite, with constant high-quality support services. Combined with my personal attention to each client, we have a fine mix of services.
What are your strengths and style?
Straightforward, brave, accomplished.
Personal Interests:
Music, study, travel.
Office Manager/Assistant
Kyle Norman
Fax
(714) 372-2276
Office Hours
Monday through Friday,
10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Emergency After Hours
Yes
Foreign Languages
Passable Spanish
Fixed-Price Services and Fees
None.
Hourly Rates
$250 per hour for attorney time, $75 per hour for legal assistant time.
Free Initial Consultation?
Yes: one half-hour.
Typical Retainer
Yes: $1,500.
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