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Neil Opdahl-Lopez (Major, USMCR) is a former Judge Advocate who served active duty aboard Camp Pendleton, California (2011-2018), and stood in various attorney positions including: prosecutor, civil law, and staff judge advocate. Through this comprehensive and foundational experience, then Captain Opdahl-Lopez learned the value of a a multi faceted base of knowledge and experience in order to accomplish the task and mission at hand, no matter the circumstances. Since parting from active duty in 2015, he transitioned into non profit work, where he defended indigent clients against slumlords and being evicted through unlawful detainers for several years. In late 2017, Neil instituted his own private practice and struck out on his own, and put his vast array of experience to work- he now specializes in DUI defense, criminal defense, and divorces (uncontested). As a member of the National College of DUI Defense (NCDD), Neil completed the Summer 2019 intensive course in Boston, MA (graduation pictured). Major Opdahl-Lopez still stands as a current drilling Marine in the reserves, and is the Los Angeles representative for the Marine For Life Program. Neil stands ready to fight for your rights and prides himself on client satisfaction. Contact him for a free consultation today!
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473 E. Carnegie Drive, Suite 200, San Bernardino, CA, 92408
1050 West Lakes Drive, Suites 225 & 250, West Covina, CA, 91790
3281 E. Guasti Road, 7th Floor, Ontario, CA, 91761
440 E Huntington Drive, Suite 300, Arcadia, CA, 91006
515 South Flower Street, 18th & 19th Floors, Los Angeles, CA, 90071
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Posted by anonymous | September 28, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
“Got it Done”
Neil, our attorney, did a great job in taking on our case. He was interested in making sure that everything was complete and accurate in the short amount of time we had for court. He had empathy and compassion for us and in answering our concerns. We ended up winning!! We are so ever grateful for...
Posted by Jade | September 14, 2022 | Child Custody
Family law
Neil was very helpful and informative with my custody issues . I recommend him to all my friends . He is caring and trustworthy.
Posted by Maripsa | August 15, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Landlord & Tenant
Great Help during COVID
Yo busque ayuda legal, después de la pesadilla que fue para pequeños propietarios la moratoria de COVID que duró 2 años, Las Oficinas de Neil nos ayudo con 2 clientes… uno recibió ayuda de el estado se comunicó con nosotros y gracias a Neil se puso al día con su renta. El segundo nos dio más problema...
Posted by John | July 08, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
OUTSTANDING REPRESENTATION
Hola! I didn’t forget you. How does this sound? A few years ago, a contracted and licensed plumbing company I had hired negligently attempted to replace a lateral sewage line to my house. Multiple errors led to OSHA shutting down the work for nearly a month. When the plumbing company finally...
Posted by MaryAnne Rodelli | June 30, 2022 | Debt Collection
Helped win my case with just a consultation!
I called Neil for a consultation about a small claims case I was filing against a homeowner who contracted me to renovate a house he was selling and didn't wanna pay when work was finished. At the consultation I presented Neil with the facts of my case, and Neil helped me fill out the SC-100 form, an...
"Neil Is the type of opposing counsel that I wish I had in all my cases. He is smart, calm, and collected. He advocates well for his clients. He is courteous and professional. Our profession should be about civility and ethics, which Neil exemplifies in everything that he does. He is an example of what every lawyer should be like, and how they should present themselves."
"I can recommend Neil Opdahl-Lopez as an Attorney who cares about his clients and represents them zealously. He is a tough adversary but professional in his adversarial role. Neil Opdahl-Lopez looks to find ways to settle cases and is creative in finding solutions. I have had several cases against him and highly recommend him."
"I have known Neil for a very long time and he never wavers in pursuit of zealously advocating for his clients. He is a consummate professional in addition to being a genuinely decent person. Whether it be in service for our country as a Marine or in service as an attorney and counselor for his clients, he will always exceed expectations."
"I endorse this lawyer. Neil Opdahl-Lopez is an experienced criminal defense Attorney who gets things done! Neil is at all times professional, competent and on time. I refer any criminal defense cases to Neil because he gets cases dismissed or sentences reduced. Neil is my "go to" defense Attorney. I highly recommend him."
"I have observed Neil's work for years. We originally stood across the aisle from each other on criminal cases in the military. Neil is truly a conscientious, detail-oriented, earnest, and genuine advocate. That is invaluable to any client. You can trust Neil to not only dedicate himself to your case, but to ensure no stone is left unturned until you get the best result. Since opposing Neil, I have trusted him to handle matters within his field for my family, which he won. Neil has the qualities that so many Clients find lacking in their counsel. When he takes your case, he puts himself in your shoes and fights it as though it was his own."
"Neil is the kind of conscientious attorney I am more than happy to endorse to clients looking for a real advocate. In the field of family law, it is important to have an attorney who can work well with opposing counsel while zealously advocating for a client’s welfare. Neil has the right kind of personality for this work. I have consulted with Neil on more than a few occasions and have always been impressed with his commitment to his clients and the law. That commitment means Neil will get his clients the right answer before responding; this is all too often an overlooked vital quality in a legal representative. Neil is competent, smart and kind, qualities I believe make him an easy choice for peer endorsement."
"I've known Neil for quite some time now. I know Neil as honorable, hard working, result-oriented and friendly. I've had occasion -- indeed, the honor -- not only to work on various cases with Neil but also to mentor him to some extent. It's been a pleasure throughout. Neil is straight up and seeks to get the job done -- and done well. Neil will go far as a lawyer. I recognized that upon meeting him for the first time. When I shook his hand, and when we got to talking about his military career and making the transition to the law, it was clear to me that he was focused and determined. Working hard and treating people well comes naturally to Neil. He was, as the old cliche goes, "raised right." He comes from a really nice family (which is also vitally important to him), and he has the intellect, courage and honor to go far as a lawyer. Indeed, he's doing so right now. I endorse Neil without reservation. -- Mark McBride, Esq., Beverly Hills, California"
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2021
Client's Choice, Avvo
2020
Client's Choice, Avvo
2014
Navy & Marine Core Achievement Medal, United States Marine Core (JAG)
2017 - Present
DUI & Criminal Defense Attorney, Law Offices of Neil Opdahl-Lopez
2014 - 2015
Deputy Staff Judge Advocate, United States Marine Corps
2013 - 2014
Civil Law Attorney, United States Marine Corps
2012 - 2013
Prosecuting Attorney (Trial Counsel), United States Marine Corps
2019 - Present
National College of DUI DefenseMember
2019 - Present
Desert Bar Association, Criminal Law SectionMember
2008
JD - Juris Doctor
2002
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2014
Procedure For Drug Testing (USMC)
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