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Christopher William Turnbow
also known as Will Turnbow, Turnbow Law Firm
About Christopher
Biography
I specialize in business, intellectual property, and real estate law. Following graduation from the University of San Diego School of Law, I served as law clerk to the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of the Federated States of Micronesia. This international experience and my extensive world travel, bring a unique multicultural perspective to my practice of law. l also devote a portion of my time assisting the University of San Diego Legal Clinics to provide free legal services to U.S. veterans and as an adjunct professor teaching trademark law and advanced legal writing.
In my free time, I enjoy traveling and playing beach volleyball and basketball. I also play annually in the San Diego County Bar Association Basketball League.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Litigation
25%
14 years
Business
20%
14 years
Intellectual Property
20%
14 years
Real Estate
20%
14 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 300-400 per hour
Contingency
33%-40%
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in California for 12 years
State: California
Acquired: 2013
No misconduct found
Licensed in Washington for 8 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 2018
No misconduct found
Location
Turnbow Law Firm
750 B Street, Ste. 2620, San Diego, CA, 92101
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Christopher William Turnbow's Reviews
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Posted by Pat | December 7, 2016 | Hired Attorney
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Amazing Attorney!!
I have known Will for six years, half of which he has been my business attorney. To date, Will has settled numerous business disputes for me without having to file a lawsuit, including using his strong negotiation skills to save me over $15,000 in a broken real estate deal. Currently, he is assisti...
Posted by David Angyal | November 17, 2016 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Sage Counsel
From working with Will I can honestly tell you that he is a true advocate that looks at issues from all angles. You will be in good hands if you seek Will's assistance.
Posted by AmyForsythe | January 4, 2015
Consistent and responsive!
Will Turnbow has consistently provided us invaluable guidance and supplied timely services during our start-up phase of buying a business. My husband and I turned to Will for his knowledge in business law and services when we purchased a business in 2014. He is easy to work with and explains everythi...
Posted by Hilton | November 30, 2014
Contract Dispute Resolution
Will Turnbow was hired to resolve a contract dispute for Waterways Cruises. Mr. Turnbow has done an excellent job of researching the legal issues involved and presenting our case for mediation or arbitration.
Christopher William Turnbow's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. He is dedicated, hard working, and smart. He works hard for his clients: working until midnight on a number of occasions to finish projects, and even when he was on vacation, he made sure to finish projects and take care of clients' matters. He takes on difficult and hard issues and tackle them with diligence and persistence."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Will is very professional and great to deal with."
"From working with Will I can honestly tell you that he is a true advocate that looks at issues from all angles. You will be in good hands if you seek Will's assistance."
"I had the opportunity of working alongside Will in a rather unconventional setting contributing to a legal system in a small developing country. A setting that relied heavily on the skills of precise instincts, flexibility, legal knowledge, and diligence. Will exhibited all of these skills and more, which in turn inspired me to be an even better attorney. It is with pleasure that I endorse Will for all your advocacy needs."
"I have referred several friends and clients to Will to help with IP issues. Everyone has raved about his services and how intelligent, helpful, reasonable, and informative Will is with helping new business owners pursue their dreams. I will continue to refer clients based purely on their extreme satisfaction!"
"Will is a first rate attorney with a dedication to his clients and his work that is second to none. I have known him for more than ten years and would recommend him to anyone with a legal issue."
"I personally endorse this lawyer. Will is dedicated to his clients in all aspects of legal representation. He easily tackles complex legal issues in any area of law. I highly recommend him to clients in need of an excellent business attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer. Will is an honest and hard working attorney. I had the opportunity to work with him on a matter and he puts his client's interests first and works extremely hard to ensure that his representation is top notch and his client is happy at the end of the day."
"Will is a dedicated and enthusiastic attorney. His clients are lucky to have him as a lawyer."
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Experience
Honors
2021
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2020
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2012
Highest Grade in Law of the Sea, CALI Excellence for the Future Award
2011
Highest Grade in International Arbitration, CALI Excellence for the Future Award
2010
Member for Academic Excellence, Phi Delta Phi International Legal Fraternity
Work Experience
2018 - Present
Adjunct Professor, University Of San Diego School Of Law
2013 - Present
Principal, Turnbow Law Firm
2015 - 2017
Contract Attorney, Kaye, Rose & Partners, LLP
2014 - 2015
Adjunct Professor, Micronesia School of Law
2013 - 2014
Judicial Law Clerk, Supreme Court of Micronesia
Associations
2017 - Present
Washington State Bar AssociationMember
2013 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaMember
2011 - 2012
University of San Diego School of Law International Law JournalMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Mitchell v. Mitchell-Stong, et al.
Favorable monetary settlement.
Lanz v. Laoteppitaks
Money judgment.
Trieu v. Nguyen
Money judgment.
J.W. Mitchell Inc. v. Quality Loan Service Corporation, et al.
Quiet title judgment, favorable settlement.
Education
2012
Univ of San Diego SOL
JD - Juris Doctor
2005
Western Washington Univ
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2019
University of San Diego School of Law Entrepreneurship Clinic
Trademark Law
2016
University of San Diego School of Law Veterans Clinic
Veterans Law
2014
Micronesia School of Law
Contract Law
Publications
2011
Amicus Brief to Court of Appeal Fourth District
Elk Hills Power, LLC v. California State Board of Equalization
Languages
English
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
What is the procedure to change DBA (FBN) ownership in CA?
22 May 2018
Q&A
How does trademark infringement on things like "smell-alike" perfume work?
19 May 2018
Q&A
What are the first steps someone needs to know in order to start a cannabis edibles company in California?
23 Jan 2017