Joshua Samson Hopstone

Joshua Samson Hopstone

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 15 years

Litigation Lawyer at Westlake Village, CA
Practice Areas: Litigation, Appeals, Real Estate ... +2 more

4550 E. Thousand Oaks Blvd., Suite 250, Westlake Village, CA

About Joshua

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Appeals 20%

16 years

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Litigation 20%

16 years

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Real Estate 20%

16 years

20%

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 15 years

State: California

Acquired: 2010

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Ferguson Case Orr Paterson LLP

4550 E. Thousand Oaks Blvd., Suite 250, Westlake Village, CA, 91362

Ferguson Case Orr Paterson LLP

1050 S. Kimball Road, Ventura, CA, 93004

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Joshua Samson Hopstone's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

22 Client Reviews

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Showing 6 - 8 of 8 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by Timothy | July 04, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Litigation

It's never too late to find the right attorney.

I only wish I had started with Mr. Hopstone. I paid several lawyers over the course of seven years, and I have been at a minimum financially devastated by attorneys more interested in plotting out the most profitable course of actions, or charging the highest rates for incompetence or certainly m...inimal expertise, or not able to handle the complexities of arbitration or litigation. They were good for the easy stuff and just took my money for what they couldnt handle even though one of the firms presents itself as a quality Beverly Hills law firm. This has not been the case with Joshua Hopstone. I believe he has represented me in as prudent, caring, and considerate a manner leading me from hopelessness to hope. He is knowledgeable and talented, yet knows when to go to others when others expertise is warranted. He has great resources to draw. I believe he is forthright, effective, and clearly keeps me informed regarding the realities of my case. He approaches my case with the care and knowledge of the realities of my financial situation. I trust Joshua Hopstone.

Posted by Gemma | October 23, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Appeals

Great work on my appeal!

Joshua handled my appeal on a very complicated case and won. I watched him present his case and can say without question he was the best prepared, made a clear case that was seamless.

Posted by Barbara | May 14, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Hopstone is everything you want in a lawyer

He has enormous intelligence and ability, very knowledgeable and great temperament, was willing to discuss and answer all my questions in a timely fashion, very honest and conscientious. He thought of possibilities that I could not have imagined and helped me to play out the logical consequences of ...any course of action I might pursue. i was embroiled in a nasty conflict with a threatening neighbor, and through Josh's common sense, calm approach, we got the neighbor to back down. He kept our slim budget in mind and did not spend time on anything unnecessary. I would wholeheartedly recommend Josh Hopstone to anyone who needs legal assistance. If he is not the right person for the job, he will recommend someone who does have the expertise required for any situation.

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Joshua Samson Hopstone's Lawyer Endorsements

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Tilden Moschetti

Land use and zoning lawyer | Sep 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I've known Joshua for about 5 years and know him to be an outstanding attorney. He is extremely knowledgeable and intuitive."

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Ari Mor

Litigation lawyer | May 23

Relationship: Friend

"I've known Mr. Hopstone for approximately 10 years. In that time, I have known him only to be an incredible, thoughtful, and caring person. Additionally his skills as an attorney is par excellence. He is diligent and innovative in his approach to complex civil matters, and he gives each and every client the attention they deserve. I highly endorse this lawyer."

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Heather Cullen

Litigation lawyer | Mar 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Hopstone provides thoughtful, educated and experienced answers to the questions provided herein. Attorney Hopstone provides a needed service by providing voluntary and free legal assistance to the individuals herein who are in need of immediate legal answers."

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Laurie Peters

Family lawyer | Jan 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Mathew Purcell

Family lawyer | Dec 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Josh is hard working and reasonable while addressing his client's concerns. While I knew mainly of his family law work, I have no doubt he will take a prudent, conscientious approach to all litigation issues he is faced with; I would personally recommend potential clients to him."

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Rennee Dehesa

Litigation lawyer | Dec 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Josh is an excellent attorney who is well known and active in the community. He is a great advocate for his clients."

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Mary Quin

Family lawyer | Apr 19

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Tilden Moschetti

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Rochelle Schultz

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Andrew Mansfield

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Ari Mor

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Michael Akselrud

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Jennifer Groce

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Katherine Hause

Estate planning lawyer

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Rennee Dehesa

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Kenneth Chyten

Appeals lawyer

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Laurie Peters

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Lynn Smiley

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Mathew Purcell

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2018

Rising Stars, Super Lawyers

2018

Client's Choice, Avvo

2018

Client Champion - Platinum, Martindale-Hubbell®

2017

Top Attorney, Avvo

2017

Client's Choice, Avvo

2017

Client Champion - Gold, Martindale-Hubbell®

2015

Top Contributor Award, Avvo

2014

Top Contributor Award, Avvo

2013

Top Contributor Award, Avvo

Work Experience

2010 - Present

Partner, Ferguson Case Orr Paterson LLP

Associations

2015 - Present

Ventura County Bar Association

Board of Directors

Ventura County Barristers

Past President

Los Angeles County Bar Association

Member

San Fernando Valley Bar Association

Member

The Esquire Network

Member

VCBA Natural Resources Section

Member

Ventura County Trial Lawyers Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Finberg v. Manset (2014) 228 Cal.App.4th 529

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Education

2010

Univ of Michigan Law Sch

JD - Juris Doctor

2007

Univ of California San Diego

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2017

Natural Resources Section MCLE

Politicians' Private Email is Fair Game: the California Supreme Court's Decision in Smith v. City of San Jose

2015

Ventura Chamber of Commerce Legal Workshop

Business Litigation Basics

2014

Ventura Chamber of Commerce Legal Workshop

Business Formation for Business Folks

2014

American Public Works Association (Ventura County Chapter)

Preparing and Approving CEQA Documents in the Face of Litigation

2013

VCBA Natural Resources Section MCLE

Greenmail: a Guide to Current Practical and Legislative Responses to CEQA Abuse

Publications

2017

Citations (VCBA) Supreme Court Addresses Implied Dedication of Property

2015

Los Angeles Daily Journal California's Evolving Fracking Regulation

2015

Citations (VCBA) Breaking News Flash: Fracking Is Still Controversial

2014

Citations (VCBA) From Rails to Trails and Back Again

2013

Los Angeles Daily Journal Another Lackluster Year for CEQA Reform

2012

Los Angeles Daily Journal The Modern Role of the Maxims of Jurisprudence

2012

Los Angeles Daily Journal Citizens United and Judicial Elections

2012

Los Angeles Daily Journal Dark Money: Anonymous Campaign Finance

Languages

English

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