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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.

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The Law Practice of Lanza & Smith

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.

Our Irvine real estate litigation attorneys include trial lawyers and business practitioners with extensive experience in a wide variety of legal fields. To schedule a consultation, contact us in Irvine, California.

Our practice includes the following areas:

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.
Real estate – Our firm manages all aspects of commercial and residential real estate disputes for clients ranging from entrepreneurs and investors to title companies and home owners, including related transactional engagements.
Business transactions and corporate – We provide business counsel to local and national companies, from start-ups to multinational Fortune 500 companies.
Civil litigation and 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.
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.
Financial institutions – We handle all aspects of general corporate and litigation needs relating to investment banking, equity financing, lending, secured transactions, mortgage, foreclosure and broker disputes.
Employment litigation and counsel – We represent employers in litigation relating to numerous employment-related disputes, and can advise companies on employment policies and procedures, agreements and compliance.