Arthur Henry Skola

Arthur Henry Skola

5.0
Rating: 9.0

Licensed for 46 years

Litigation Lawyer at Escondido, CA
Practice Areas: Litigation, Business, Employment & Labor ... +2 more

500 La Terraza Blvd., Suite 150, Escondido, CA

About Arthur

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Litigation 40%

Represents plaintiffs and defendants in civil proceedings in court and arbitration from commencement through appeals. Tries cases before juries, judges, and arbitrators, Has represented clients in litigation in California, Nevada, New York, Texas, and Oregon.

45 years | 300 cases

40%
Business 25%

Provides counselling regarding business organization, governance, and operations, tax planning, and risk management. Handles intellectual property issues. Drafts and reviews agreements and litigates disputes. Special emphasis in construction and real estate.

45 years | 200 cases

25%
Employment and Labor 15%

Represents clients on Wage and Hour claims, Disability and Discrimination claims, Whistleblower retaliation claims, wrongful termination, harassment and other employment issues. Provides compliance reviews and counselling.

46 years | 25 cases

15%
Real Estate 15%

Easements, Development, Real Estate Agreements and Litigation

45 years

15%
Tax 5%

Engages in tax planning and asset protection strategies. Counsels regarding tax consequences of transactions and represents clients in tax disputes.

45 years | 50 cases

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 250-425 per hour

Contingency

33%-40%


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 42 years

State: California

Acquired: 1983

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in New York for 46 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1979

Delinquent

No misconduct found

Licensed in Nevada for 28 years

State: Nevada

Acquired: 1997

Exempt Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

A H Skola Law Offices

500 La Terraza Blvd., Suite 150, Escondido, CA, 92025

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Arthur Henry Skola's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

3 Client Reviews

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Posted by A. J. | May 10, 2017 | Hired Attorney

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Arthur Skola has been my attorney for almost 30 years and he has helped me in numerous and varied business and personal matters. His skills, together with his genuine concern for me and my legal situations have given me confidence that my legal affairs have been well taken care of. I/we hold him in ...very high regard as do the other attorney's who we have been in contact with as adversaries.

Posted by Thomas Gorton | April 9, 2016 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Above 5 Stars, Consulted, No Charge, and Honest Opinion

I reached out to Mr. Skola for an issue regarding outdated CC'R's in my community after recently moving in. I also sent the same inquiry to 3 or 4 other attorney's on Avvo, and Mr. Skola was the only one who responded. Mr. Skola was pretty detailed in his replies, and even reviewed our CC'R's pro...viding an honest opinion at the end. This was all done at no charge to us, and how can you beat that? This is not a review to send people to Mr. Skola expecting free services, but a testament to a real professional willing to help someone out when it did not involve money being paid to him or his firm. This was a pretty simple issue, but typically you will expect to pay for any attorney's time no matter how "simple" the issue is. In return, he'll probably get our business in the future for a long haul. If you are looking for an attorney, give Mr. Skola a chance with your business.

Posted by anonymous | February 22, 2009

Wonderful!

Mr.Skola was more than helpful with my tax problems. I can't praise him enough for taking away my concerns and solving what I thought was unsolvable.

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Arthur Henry Skola's Lawyer Endorsements

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Douglas Flaherty

Litigation lawyer | Mar 18

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Mr. Skola is a skilled and knowledgeable litigator, but also handled a vigorous dispute with professionalism and class that many lawyers unfortunately lack. I respect the excellent job he did for his client."

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Michael Doland

Business lawyer | Oct 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Skola and I are in similar fields and so I am in a good position to evaluate his Avvo postings. There are consistently accurate, analytic and customized to the needs of the Avvo askers. These are the exact qualities that any prospective client would want when looking for an attorney. It is now 2016 and I feel compelled to update my endorsement. The answer of Mr. Skola I just reviewed stands out as one of the most comprehensive and customized answers I have ever seen on Avvo."

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Douglas Flaherty

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Michael Doland

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Experience

Rating:  9.0 (Superb)

Honors

2018

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

AV Preeminent Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

Legal Leaders 2015 Top Rated Lawyers-Litigation, ALM Publications

2015

2015 Top Lawyers in San Diego, San Diego Magazine

2014

2014 Top Lawyers, San Diego Magazine

Work Experience

2001 - 2019

Owner, A H Skola Law Offices

1999 - 2000

Partner, Skola, Larson & Winton

1993 - 1998

President, Mitchell & Skola

1989 - 1993

Partner, LaRocque, Wilson, Mitchell & Skola

1984 - 1988

Associate, Aguire & Eckman

1981 - 1983

Special Assistant District Attorney, District Attorney for New York County

1981 - 1983

Program Attorney, Practising Law Institute

1979 - 1981

Associate, Associate at Hale, Grant, Meyerson, O'Brien & McCormick

1978 - 1978

Extern Law Clerk, Cal. Court of Appeals 1st District

Associations

1997 - Present

Nevada State Bar

Member

1983 - Present

California State Bar

Member

1979 - Present

New York State Bar

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

First American Trust v. Arcmate Manufacturing, Inc.

Settled with nominal payment

Pappas v.Nally

Settled in favor of plaintiff

Pelagia, LLC v. DCMI

Settled

Einstein Industries, Inc.

Progressed through to due diligence when parties declined to go further

Klotzv. Lambco Engineering

Settled in favor of plaintiff

In re Estate of Ponsor

After trial, judge voided the trust and daughters awarded estate as heirs

Hardin Oldsmobile v. New Motor Vehicle Bd.

Appeal Successful

Load Center, Inc. v. Gradall

Settled

In RE American Honda Motor Co. Dealership Litig

Settlement for plaintiffs

Miller v. Superior Court

Successful for appellants

Housley v. City of Poway

Court of Appeals reversed the judgment of the court

Blakely v. Crain

Jury verdict in favor of plaintiffs

McPhillips v. Cadillac Fairvew Corporaton, Limited

Settled

Gem Developers v. Hallcraft Homes of San Diego, Inc.

Judgment reversed

Home Ins. Co. v. Landmark Ins. Co.

Judgment affirmed.

Winston Diamonds v. Corstar Corporation

Award in favor of defendant

Gordon & Rees, LLP v. Liberty Leisure,Associates, Inc

Settlement for Plaintiff at reduction of claim

J.R. Custom Cabinets v. Jack Barcelo Insurance.

Arbitration award for plaintiffs and settlements for plaintiffs

Brown v. JD Machine Technology, Inc.

Settlement for Plaintiff

Schwaia v. Lakeside Union School District

Court of Appeals affirmed judgment

Zamora v. Roof Removal, Inc.

Settlement for Plaintiffs

Country Club Vista of Richmond Homeowners' Association v, SCS Development Company

Settled

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Education

2001

University of San Diego

Master of Laws in Business and Corporate Law

1989

University of San Diego

Tax Diploma

1982

Hastings College of Advocacy

Certificate

1978

UC Hastings COL

JD - Juris Doctor

1975

Fordham Univ

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2007

Brawley Rotary Club

How I Stoped Worrying and Learned to Love the IRS

1989

Association Special Meeting

Homeowner Association Responsibilities for Construction Defects

Publications

2012

Findlaw BREAKING UP IS HARD TO DO; What You Need to Know About Business Dissolutions Before You Organize Your Business

2012

Findlaw An Overview of Californial LLC and LLP BusinessEntity Types

2012

Findlaw "Green Buildings" May Increase Risk of Defective Materials

2000

Construction Zone Paper Protection

2000

Constructipon Zone Isolating Business Risks

1999

Languages

English

Activity

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