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Christopher Edward Delaplane

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  • Encino, CA
  • Licensed for 13 years
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About Christopher

Due to his significant experience in the real estate industry and his dedication to the law, Chris is able to effectively and efficiently assist clients with both their simple and complex legal issues.  He continually strives to put the client’s goals and needs above his own in order to obtain a favorable result for the client.   

A Southern California resident his entire life, Chris obtained his real estate license at the age of 19 while attending California Lutheran University.  Shortly before entering law school, he obtained his real estate broker’s license and opened his first real estate company with his father.  While attending Pepperdine University School of Law, Chris maintained exemplary grades while simultaneously operating his real estate brokerage.  He was also a staff member for the National Association of Administrative Law Judges Journal and a fellow of the Geoffrey H. Palmer Center for Entrepreneurship & the Law.  Chris graduated in 2007.  

Upon graduating law school, Chris joined Carlson Law Group - one of the leading real estate broker defense firms in the State of California.  As an associate, he specialized in real estate litigation, including but not limited to, the defense of real estate agents and brokers in professional negligence cases; real estate transaction disputes, and landlord tenant matters.  Additionally, he also handled transactional matters, including the drafting and review of real estate documents (purchase agreements, leases, etc.), preparation of corporate documents, and preparations of responses to complaints with the Bureau of Real Estate (formerly Department of Real Estate).  Due to his experience as a real estate broker, Chris regularly assisted hundreds of real estate brokers and agents through the firm’s risk management program for two of the largest errors and omissions insurance carriers in California. 

In his free time, Chris enjoys spending time with his beautiful family and close friends.  He also is an avid sports fan and enjoys playing golf, albeit not very well.  Chris is also an Executive Board Member for Hope of the Valley Rescue Mission, a charity that assists the homeless in and around the San Fernando Valley.  

Email: [email protected]

Website: www.delaplanelaw.com

Practice areas

BusinessLitigationReal estate
  1. Real estate: 50%

    Chris applies his extensive knowledge of property rights, real estate issues, finance and business to all areas of real estate law. With this experience, Chris can help you with all of your real estate issues, including: • Residential home sales transactions • Commercial property sales transactions • Landlord-Tenant issues • Homeowner’s associations • Condominium law • Real Estate contracts • Boundary and easement disputes • Neighbor disputes • Title disputes

    13 years

  2. Litigation: 30%

    When legal disputes disrupt your business or personal life, having a committed, knowledgeable attorney to zealously advocate on your behalf brings comfort and peace of mind. Christopher represents businesses and individuals in litigation, arbitration and mediation. He can help you will all types of general civil litigation, including: • Real Estate litigation • Business litigation • Breach of contract • Property damage • Insurance claims • Consumer litigation • Torts

    13 years

  3. Business: 20%

    From formation, to day-to-day operations, and the resolution of disputes, attorneys are a crucial part of any business. Making the wrong choices in any of these situations can be extremely costly and may result in added pressure on your company. In order to assist businesses with these issues, Chris can help you in the following areas: • Business and corporate formations • Business litigation • Formation and review of contracts • Collections

    13 years

Languages spoken

English

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Contact

16501 Ventura Blvd.
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Delaplane Law Group, APC

16501 Ventura Blvd.
Suite 610
Encino, CA, 91436

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License
StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
CAActive200710/27/2020
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
Avvo Contributions
Legal answers30
Legal guides1
Awards
Award nameGrantorDate granted
AV RatedMartindale-Hubbell2016
Clients' Choice AwardAvvo2015
Preeminent 5.0 out of 5Martindale-Hubbell2015
Peer Review RatedMartindale-Hubbell2015
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review RatedMartindale-Hubbell2015
AV Preeminent RatedMartindale-Hubbell2015
AV RatedMartindale-Hubbell2015
AVMartindale-Hubbell2015
FellowGeoffrey H. Palmer Center for Entrepreneurship & the Law2007
Work Experience
TitleCompany nameDuration
PrincipalLaw Office of Christopher E. Delaplane2015 - Present
AssociateCarlson Law Group, Inc.2008 - 2014
Legal InternCrandall, Wade & Lowe2006 - 2006
Legal InternDistrict Of Columbia Office Of The Corporation Counsel2002 - 2002
Associations
Association namePosition nameDuration
Los Angeles County Bar AssociationMember2015 - Present
San Fernando Valley Bar AssociationMember2015 - Present
California Association of RealtorsLegal Affairs Forum Member2015 - Present
Hope of the Valley Rescue MissionExecutive Committee2013 - Present
Conejo Simi Moorpark Association of RealtorsBroker2012 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaMember2007 - Present
California Association of RealtorsMember2002 - Present
California Department of Real EstateBroker2002 - Present
National Association of RealtorsBroker2002 - Present
National Association of Administrative Law JudgesStaff Writer2006 - 2007
Geoffrey H. Palmer Center for Entrepreneurship & LawFellow2005 - 2007
Publications
Publication nameTitleDate
CRES Insurance Legal UpdatesAvoid Violation of the Fair Housing Act By Staying Up-to-Date on Discrimination Issues2015
Education
School nameDegreeGraduated
Pepperdine University School of LawJD - Juris Doctor2007
California Lutheran UniversityBS - Bachelor of Science2003
Speaking Engagements
Conference nameTitleDate
SeminarCurrent Risk Management Issues2015
SeminarHot Topics in Real Estate Risk Management2014
Legal cases
Case nameOutcome
Daimler Chrysler v. ChowDismissal via Motion for Summary Judgment

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Awesome and Honest!

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I was referred to Chris, I called and left a message within the hour he called me back gave me some great advise and told me how to proceed. Since my case is small he had the courtesy of letting me know right away but he did not hesitate to guide me and tell me what the next step should be. He was very helpful.
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Consulted attorney

Chris did it again!!

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Once again Chris proved to be amazing. He helped me through a very traumatic lawsuit. He submitted the paperwork to the courts and the judge made his ruling prior to my court date. He is truly incredible and I am so lucky to have him. I would highly recommend him.
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Chris is wonderful and I would Highly recommend him

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I had the opportunity to use Chris as my attorney. He was wonderful and made me feel comfortable right away. He translated my long winded story to make it make sense and win the case. He told me exactly what to do and what my options were. He returned every one of my calls and answered my emails promptly and kept me informed at all times. Chris was always available and made me feel safe. I will continue to use and recommend him. Thank you Chris!!

Excellent

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Christopher is knowledgeable and professional. When consulting with him on Real Estate, Landlord/Tenant and Property related matters he has always been dedicated, thorough & trustworthy. Highly recommend.

Kimberly's Global Real Estate Corporation

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I have worked with Christopher since 2010 on many transactions ranging from agent disputes, rental leases, pre-disclosure for listings. I am pleased to say with Chris's involvement we have been able to avoid litigation EVERY time. He is prompt, professional and has an ombudsman approach with a calm demeanor. He takes the time to research and thoroughly review all details before rendering advice/council. He truly cares about his clients and it is reflected in his work and the outcome. I will continue to refer and work with Christopher.

Awesome Attorney!

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Chris has helped us with many of our tenant-landlord matters. He has proven to be extremely knowledgeable in this area of law and very trustworthy. I would recommend Chris to anyone who has any real estate needs/issues.

Great Lawyer

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Chris has a vast wealth of knowledge and experience in the legal field. He serves on the Hope of the Valley Rescue Mission Board of Directors, providing us with ongoing legal council and guidance. His ability to see potential problems and avoid legal pitfalls is priceless. His integrity and character are qualities that build trust and confidence in the relationship. Thank you Chris for everything!

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Yelizaveta Mazur, Real estate Attorney on Feb 2, 2015
Relationship: Other

As a client and a fellow attorney, I highly recommend Chris Delaplane for real estate law related matters. He is not only an expert in the field of real estate law, but also a highly seasoned and professional practioner. Chris represented me in a complex transaction and I could not be happier with the way he advised me to navigate the transaction. There were several moments in the deal that could have easily resulted in both parties walking away, but Chris' careful attention to detail and tactful interaction with the seller kept things moving forward smoothly and swiftly. Highly recommended. Would both work with and hire Chris without a second thought.

Mark Schneider, Real estate Attorney on Feb 2, 2015
Relationship: Worked together on matter

Mr. Delaplane is knowledgeable, practical, persistent and patient with clients. I respect and trust his judgment and advice as an attorney and as a real estate professional. If I am ever in need of real estate advice, legal or otherwise, he is my first call. He is a pleasure to deal with and I look forward to working with him on future transactions.

Somair Alam, Litigation Attorney on Feb 12, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

An exceptional litigation attorney whose reputation speaks for itself. Highly recommended lawyer.

John di Cesare, Real estate Attorney on Apr 24, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I have known Christopher Delaplane for 10+ years, and during this time I have had the opportunity to see his skills in action on several occasions. In addition to his philanthropy and community involvement, Christopher's knowledge base in real estate has helped me on both a personal and professional basis. In his legal practice, Christopher is professional, intelligent, experienced, and he is a genuinely terrific human being. In addition, he actively pursues continuing education to ensure that he knows the latest laws, cases, and successful methodologies in the legal community. Christopher is trustworthy, he's honest, and he always does his best to help those in need. I endorse this lawyer.

Cameron Dunning, Real estate Attorney on Mar 30, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I have known Chris Delaplane for the better part of 10 years, and during that time he has proven himself to be one of the top Real Estate attorneys in Southern California. I have consulted with Chris on several issues relating to my own real estate transactions and would gladly refer him to any of my friends or clients. He is a hard working and ethical attorney, and with his depth and breadth of knowledge you won't find many better attorneys than Chris.

Justin Rieger, Real estate Attorney on Feb 13, 2015
Relationship: Worked together on matter

I have worked with Chris and know him on a personal level. He is an honest, hard-working, and devoted advocate for his clients. Whenever I (or anyone I know) has a real estate related question he is the first and only person I go to. He comes highly recommended.

Donald Yang, Litigation Attorney on Feb 10, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Chris is not only knowledgeable and experienced in real estate law and litigation but he also conducts himself with the utmost integrity and professionalism. I cannot emphasize enough how impressed I was with the way he handled the difficult situations which arose in the case that we were involved in together.

Frank Chen, Real estate Attorney on Feb 8, 2015
Relationship: Worked together on matter

Christopher Delaplane is an excellent attorney with extensive knowledge and experience in real estate law and real estate litigation. Years ago, I litigated a real estate matter in which he was one of the co-defense counsel. I have tremendous respect for his professionalism. He is a true asset to our legal community. It is my pleasure to endorse him.

Kristopher Califano, Real estate Attorney on Feb 4, 2015
Relationship: Worked together on matter

Chris is an incredible lawyer. He and I have known each other for about 10 years and since I've met him, I've been continuously impressed by his intelligence, ambition, and warm personality. Chris is one of LA's gurus when it comes to real estate and the law surrounding real estate deals. This is especially the case in his home town of Simi Valley.

Yelizaveta Mazur, Real estate Attorney on Feb 2, 2015
Relationship: Other

As a client and a fellow attorney, I highly recommend Chris Delaplane for real estate law related matters. He is not only an expert in the field of real estate law, but also a highly seasoned and professional practioner. Chris represented me in a complex transaction and I could not be happier with the way he advised me to navigate the transaction. There were several moments in the deal that could have easily resulted in both parties walking away, but Chris' careful attention to detail and tactful interaction with the seller kept things moving forward smoothly and swiftly. Highly recommended. Would both work with and hire Chris without a second thought.

Mark Schneider, Real estate Attorney on Feb 2, 2015
Relationship: Worked together on matter

Mr. Delaplane is knowledgeable, practical, persistent and patient with clients. I respect and trust his judgment and advice as an attorney and as a real estate professional. If I am ever in need of real estate advice, legal or otherwise, he is my first call. He is a pleasure to deal with and I look forward to working with him on future transactions.

Brandon Brousseau, Real estate Attorney on Jan 21, 2015
Relationship: Co-worker

Chris is a pragmatic and effective litigator. Few attorneys have his combination of experience, creativity, and insight.

Babak Yaghoubian, Real estate Attorney on Jan 20, 2015
Relationship: Worked together on matter

I have worked with Mr. Delaplane on numerous matters. Over the course of several years, he has proven himself to be a leading attorney in real estate related matters. He is well informed, to the point, and diligent. I highly recommend Mr. Delaplane.

Christian Lassen

Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community.