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When you are involved in a conflict involving real property or a business, it's an extremely stressful time.
That stress is very likely effecting your family, your work, your relationships, and possibly even your health.
Maybe you've tried to “handle things” on your own and you haven’t gotten anywhere. Maybe you're worried about what it will cost to have a lawyer represent you. Maybe you fear that your efforts thus far simply haven’t helped: maybe you’ve made things worse.
Hiring a lawyer to represent you and help you solve a difficult problem is usually the last thing people want to do, but when your business, your life, your livelihood, your safety, or your property are at stake, it can be absolutely necessary. It’s a big decision, possibly one of the most important ones you will ever make.
The big question then becomes, WHO DO YOU TRUST to help you solve this problem?
You need someone who is experienced, who has solved many complex problems like this before, who can put the issues into perspective, cut through the noise, focus on the straightest path to victory, and confidently and expertly represent you in a courtroom.
Most important, is you need to find a lawyer you can communicate with, who you feel is the right person to help.
Depending on the situation, I may be just the right lawyer for you.
If you need help, please reach out. I provide complimentary 15-minute consultations on a wide range of business and legal issues.
My advice to you in your search for legal representation: trust your gut and find a lawyer you can talk to without reservation.
I wish you the best with your search. Please reach out if you think I might be of assistance. I'm here to help.
LA Trial Lawyer: Dedicated to helping you. Concentrating on Real Estate Disputes (encroachments, neighbor disputes, easements, partition, land use, purchase and sale agreements, partner disputes, commercial leases). Call (855) 827-8656. [**We do not handle most Residential Landlord Tenant issues.}
Highly Successful Business Dispute Attorney. Our Team Can Help. Free Consultation 855-827-8656
LA Trial Lawyer: Dedicated to helping you. Experienced in Real Estate/Business Disputes, Employment (Wage & Hour, Discrimination) & More. Call (855) 827-8656. *[We do not handle most Residential Landlord Tenant issues.]
Experienced Real Estate Attorney. Land use, neighbor, title and property line disputes. Broker/Agent negligence and fraud. Commercial lease disputes and partition. Our Team Can Help. Call For A Free Consultation 855-827-8656. We do not handle Residential Landlord Tenant issues.
Experienced Los Angeles Litigator with 35+ years of experience in real estate and business litigation. Dedicated to helping you. Call (855) 827-8656
Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
Business
25%
38 years
Lawsuits and Disputes
25%
38 years
Litigation
25%
38 years
Real Estate
25%
38 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2012
Licenses
Licensed in California for 38 years
State: California
Acquired: 1987
No misconduct found
Location
Gardner + Associates
(855) 827-8656
Mobile
(310) 694-9858
Fax
11835 W Olympic Blvd, Suite 600E, Los Angeles, CA, 90064
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Posted by Karen | March 25, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Business
Hiring Jennifer was the best decision I made during an incredibly stressful situation.
I cannot recommend Jennifer enough. At the time, I was working with another attorney on a complicated business dispute, but that attorney no longer handled litigation work. Once it became clear litigation would be necessary, I began searching for the right counsel. Supporting women-owned business...
Posted by Florent | November 21, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor
Very competent and reassuring
Jennifer represented me in a work-related matter, and I had a very positive experience. She quickly grasped my situation, pointed out all the relevant nuances, and clearly explained my leverage and risks in a way that I, as someone unfamiliar with the law, could easily understand. Jennifer laid out m...
Posted by Robert | September 11, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
A SOLUTION FOUND!
My wife and I had been fighting a property line dispute with the city of Los Angeles and a challenging Neighbor for over seven years when we first hired Jennifer Gardner. She was the fourth attorney we hired in seven years to help us solve this extremely complicated case involving property lines draw...
Posted by anonymous | September 20, 2021 | Real Estate
Very knowledgeable - Highly recommend!
Jennifer will help you navigate our legal labyrinth where common sense sometimes does not apply. I was double checking on some real estate legal matters to make sure I had a correct understanding of everything. I did not. She gave me a different viewpoint to help me see how things would most likely w...
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Posted by anonymous | August 14, 2020
Very helpful, specific advice on my case
Jennifer Gardner listened closely to the aspects of my case and gave me honest, actionable advice. I think she saved me a lot of stress and money by guiding me in the right direction. She definitely has a strong background and excellent experience.
Jennifer B Gardner's Lawyer Endorsements
"Jennifer is comfortable thinking outside the box to get the best results for her clients!"
"I endorse this lawyer. I've known Jennifer Gardner on a professional level for about five or six years now. We've worked together on various civil matters. In addition to that I have referred several clients to her in criminal matters. I can unequivocally state that Jennifer is a dedicated, exceedingly intelligent and passionate attorney who represents her clients with zealousness and focused ferocity. The matters on which we worked together resolved favorably for our clients in great part due to Jennifer's uncanny ability to drive the case forward. I look forward to working with Jennifer Gardner again, hopefully sooner than later!"
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"Jennifer has everything a good criminal defense trial lawyer needs. She is honest, intelligent, tough, smart, and she cares about her clients. She is exactly the kind of lawyer we need in the criminal defense arena, as well as in civil cases. Were I in trouble, I would call her immediately."
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"I wholeheartedly endorse Jennifer. We worked together for almost 10 years, and I would not hesitate to refer cases to her. She is a dedicated, intelligent lawyer who truely understands the meaning of service to a client. She will zealously advocate her clients' positions while remaining aware of the cost involved and the clients' goals."
"I endorse this lawyer. Her willingness to contribute to the AVVO community along with the substance of those contributions displays an attorney that is ready, willing and able to zealously advocate for her clients. I wouldn't think twice about referring a potential client to Ms. Gardner."
"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Gardner is both well organized and highly knowledgeable about the law."
"I endorse this lawyer. Jennifer is a very compassionate, zealous attorney. I'd certainly recommend her to my clients and colleagues."
"Jennifer and I are working on a multi-faceted elder abuse and probate litigation case. Jennifer is an extremely knowledgeable and dedicated attorney. She also works diligently to communicate effectively with clients and co-counsel. I highly recommend Jennifer."
"Ms. Gardner is one of the most thorough attorneys I know, and I'm delighted that she and I had the opportunity to work together. She thinks the issues through, sees opportunities for resolution and -- where necessary -- victory at trial or even before. Effective and efficient. Thanks for your great work, Jennifer."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Gardner knows what it takes to build a winning strategy both in and out of the courtroom and has earned a reputation for her unwavering dedication to her clients. If you are in need of an experienced, reliable, and aggressive attorney, contact Ms. Gardner."
"Jennifer is an awesome attorney. She is a legend in LA. I hear stories about Jennifer's cases from other criminal lawyers in the community."
"Jennifer is a brilliant attorney who is simply spellbinding in the courtroom."
"Jennifer has virtually no weaknesses as a lawyer, and I'm glad to co-counsel some very heavy criminal cases with her. She writes well, she communicates with clients seamlessly, and she's a natural in the courtroom. But even more important than that, she's a real human being -- authentic, honest, empathetic, and, if need be, a real fighter on cases where the odds are tough. I trust and endorse Jennifer implicitly."
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Experience
Honors
1985
Trial Advocacy Regional Finalists, Southwestern University School of Law
1984
Best Appellate Brief, Southwestern University School of Law
Work Experience
2007 - Present
Managing Partner, Gardner + Associates Lawyers
2002 - Present
Administrative Law Judge, Los Angeles County Civil Service Commission
2001 - Present
Arbitrator, Los Angeles County Employee Relations Commission
2021 - 2024
Of Counsel, Booth LLP
2000 - 2001
Attorney, Women Lawyers Association of Los Angeles
1995 - 2006
Partner, Gardner + Booth
1992 - 1994
Managing Partner, McPherson & Grossblatt
1991 - 1992
Associate, Lavely & Singer
1988 - 1991
Associate, Pächter Gold & Shafer
1987 - 1988
Associate Attorney, Simke Chodos
1984 - 1984
Clerk for the Juvenile Appellate Crimes Division, California Attorney General's Office
Associations
2017 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2015 - Present
Southern California WarriorsMember
2012 - Present
Consumer Attorneys of Los AngelesMember
1992 - Present
United States District Court Central District CaliforniaAttorney
1987 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaAttorney Member
2000 - 2003
Theatre of Hearts Youth FirstBoard Member, Officer
1999 - 2004
Women Lawyers Association of Los AngelesExecutive Committee Member
Sample of Legal Cases
Successful Defense of Defamation Case
Google De-indexed Rip-Off Report
Trial Attorney for Defendant in Felony Assault Causing Great Bodily Injury
Hung Jury
$3.3 Million Judgment Obtained
$3.3 Million Judgment
Two Criminal Threats Counts Dismissed
Two Strikes Dismissed
Client Acquitted on all Counts in Felony Child Endangerment Trial
ACQUITTAL following trial
Partition of Real Property + Damages
$1million judgment for client
Breach of Fiduciary Duty
$1million judgment for client
Client Acquitted on all Counts
Acquittal
Victory in Resulting Trust Trial between Two Relatives
Plaintiff (my client) prevailed.
Defense Victory in Elder Abuse Restraining Order Case
Victory for defendant/client
VICTORY FOR CLIENT IN REAL ESTATE RESULTING TRUST TRIAL
Victory for Client!
SPOUSAL RAPE CHARGES REDUCED TO MISDEMEANOR
Charges reduced to misdemeanor. Felony spousal rape dismissed.
VICTORY FOR CLIENT IN ELDER ABUSE TRIAL
Case dismissed following trial at LASC Stanley Mosk.
Education
2024
Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania
Certificate in Executive Presence and Influence
2023
Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers College
Graduate Level Training
2016
Trial Lawyers College
Graduate
1986
Southwestern Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
1983
University of California - Los Angeles
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2019
Transportation Lawyers Association Annual Conference in Austin, TX
Transportation Lawyers
2015
RISE Lawyers
Women-Owned Lawfirms
2006
UCLA Students
Women Professionals/Life Balance
2004
Loyola Law School
Women in Entertainment Law (With Shelley Surpin, Esq.)
Publications
2010
2006
California Lawyer Magazine
Everybody's Kids
2006
Los Angeles Daily Journal
Lawyer Trades Suit to Photograph Gutter Punks
Languages
English
Activity
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