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Eli Underwood
About Eli
Biography
Eli is the founder of the Underwood Law Firm, which specializes in partition law. He is a member of the Real Property Executive Committe for the California Lawyers Association, and the instructor on partitions for the California Association of Realtors.
Eli understands that protecting your business or real estate can be like protecting your family. He has strong experience in civil litigation, and has succeeded at every stage of the judicial process, including winning bench and jury trials. He is no stranger to aggressive fast-paced litigation, and genuinely enjoys delving into the details to devise winning legal strategies.
Eli also knows the need to make practical business decisions. He counsels clients in an advisory capacity, providing them with the tools they need to ensure their endeavors are on a firm legal footing.
As a trusted advisor both inside and outside the courtroom, Eli helps his clients solve their legal problems.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Lawsuits and Disputes
40%
16 years
Litigation
40%
16 years
Business
10%
16 years
Real Estate
10%
16 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in California for 16 years
State: California
Acquired: 2009
No misconduct found
Location
Underwood Law Firm, P.C.
11755 Wilshire Blvd, 12th Floor, Los Angeles, CA, 90025
Underwood Law Firm, P.C.
428 J Street, 4th Floor, Sacramento, CA, 95814
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Posted by anonymous | November 14, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate
Excellent Attorney
Eli Underwood an extremely knowledgeable and proficient attorney. As a real estate broker I have trusted him with my real estate matters for years with outstanding results. I can confidently refer clients, colleagues and friends to him knowing that they'll get excellent service. Eli is what I'd consi...
Eli Underwood's Lawyer Endorsements
"Mr. Underwood is my go-to referral for all business related matters and has always taken the time to assist me with business related questions. I 100% endorse Mr. Underwood and will continue to refer him my clients, family, and friends."
"I worked side by side with Eli for approximately two years. He is a smart, diligent, fierce, and creative attorney. If I had need of litigation counsel tomorrow, there is no one that I would trust more."
"Eli is a tenacious and diligent attorney. I would not hesitate to recommend his legal services to a business owner or property owner in need of litigation counsel."
"I have known Eli Underwood for several years and have always admired his integrity and commitment to zealously advocate for his clients. If I needed an attorney in the future, I would not hesitate to call Eli."
"I regularly refer potential clients to Eli. He has an excellent mastery of the law, provides practical advice, is focused on solutions and obtains effective results."
"Eli is a creative and superb attorney with a great understanding of the law. Eli finds creative and efficient ways to obtain favorable results for his clients."
"Eli is a superb attorney, he is constantly coming up with creative solutions to best aid his clients."
"Eli Underwood is an enthusiastic, intelligent and creative lawyer! His clients are in good hands!"
"Eli is an excellent advocate. He is articulate on his feet in the courtroom, but also comes prepared after having submitted persuasive briefs. You need someone who likes to compete in civil litigation; Eli is an attorney who will fight for his clients."
"Eli is an excellent lawyer who fights tooth and nail for his clients."
"Eli Underwood is a true trailblazer in the legal field, and I mean that quite literally. Eli is responsible for suing the State of California to keep the Bump 'N Grind trail in Palm Desert, CA open. After initiating his lawsuit, the State Legislature acted to change the law to meet the demands of Mr. Underwood's suit. Eli is an incredibly talented and aggressive attorney that fights for his clients' rights with a zeal and passion that is uncommon. His expertise in both land use and eminent domain makes him a formidable advocate and an attorney I feel confident sending potential clients to. You are in very good hands with Eli Underwood."
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Experience
Honors
2020
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2020
Lawyer of Distinction, Lawyers of Distinction
Work Experience
2016 - 2021
Partner, Krogh & Decker
2014 - 2015
Managing Attorney, San Diego Office, Hubbard Law Firm
2009 - 2014
Attorney, Redwine and Sherrill
Associations
2019 - Present
Anthony M. Kennedy American Inn of CourtMember
2016 - Present
Sacramento County Bar AssociationMember
2009 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Carian v. Department of Fish and Game
Changed State Law
Education
2009
University of California, Hastings College of the Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2005
University of California - Santa Barbara
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2014
Riverside County Bar Association
Eminent Domain Law Basics
2012
Monthly Meeting
Eminent Domain Law Basics
2012
Annual Conference
Legal Update
2010
Annual Conference
Legal Update
Publications
2013
Association of California Water Agencies (ACWA)
Legal Update
2012
Association of California Water Agencies (ACWA)
Legal Update
2012
Riverside County Bar Association
Riverside Bar Journal
2011
Association of California Water Agencies (ACWA)
Legal Update
2011
Riverside County Bar Association
Riverside County Bar Journal
2010
Riverside County Bar Journal
Contributor
Languages
English
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers
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