Gregory Garth Brown

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Gregory Garth Brown

also known as Gregory G. Brown

4.9
43 reviews
This is an aggregated review score of Avvo and Lawyers.com reviews.
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 38 years

Business Lawyer at Irvine, CA
Practice Areas: Business, Contracts & Agreements, Partnership ... +4 more

420 Exchange Street, Suite 270, Irvine, CA

Virtual Consultation Available

About Gregory

Biography

When you need results, demand only the best. The trial lawyers at Brown & Charbonneau, LLP can help! Call (714) 505-3000

Experienced and aggressive business and corporate litigation counsel. Certified Trial Specialist. Call (714) 505-3000

When you need results, demand only the best. The trial lawyers at Brown & Charbonneau, LLP can help! Call (714) 505-3000

Experienced and aggressive business and corporate litigation counsel. Certified Trial Specialist. Call (714) 505-3000

When you need results, demand only the best. The trial lawyers at Brown & Charbonneau, LLP can help! Call (714) 505-3000

Experienced and aggressive business and corporate litigation counsel. Certified Trial Specialist. Call (714) 505-3000

Experienced and aggressive business and corporate litigation counsel. Certified Trial Specialist. Call (714) 505-3000

When you need results, demand only the best. The trial lawyers at Brown & Charbonneau, LLP can help! Call (714) 505-3000

Practice Areas

7

Practice Areas

Business 30%

Our award winning lawyers handle all types of business litigation matters. From fraud cases to partnership disputes to failed business sales, we know how to win! Extensive trial experience - Certified Trial Specialist - ABOTA member - Top 100 Trial Lawyers. Contract disputes, shareholder derivative actions, trade secret and unfair competition, breach of fiduciary duty, and many other types of complex matters. When you must win, go with the best!

38 years | 820 cases

30%
Contracts and Agreements 20%

20%
Litigation 15%

15%
Partnership 15%

Partnership & shareholder disputes arise frequently. They should be addressed sooner rather than later as things typically only get worse. Has one owner started to take over running the business? Is there a dispute about profits or salaries?

38 years | 75 cases

15%
Family 10%

Named to "10 Best" list by American Institute of Family Law Attorneys. Over last 15 years, have handled numerous extremely complex family matters, including cases valued over $150,000,000 and international. Domestic violence, custody, support, property division, community property, fiduciary duty, modifications, transmutations, move away orders, paternity, co-habitation and "marvin" actions, legal separation, asset valuation and hidden assets (international too), and set aside judgment

28 years | 50 cases

10%
Employment and Labor 5%

Employment disputes come in all shape an sizes. We have handled high profile and celebrity cases with great results, including wrongful term, sexual harassment, disability discrimination, retaliation, breach of contract, hostile work environment, whistleblower claims, pregnancy discrimination, severance agreements and negotiations, wage and hour claims.

34 years | 125 cases

5%
Personal Injury 5%

For over 26 years, have handled all types of injury cases. From brain injury to wrongful death, we have gotten our clients results. We handle molestation cases, auto accidents, premises liability, dog bite claims, motorcycle cases, trucking, and construction injury claims.

38 years | 250 cases

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 325-550 per hour

Contingency

10%-35%


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating
Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2020 2015 2011
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Licenses

Licensed in California for 38 years

State: California

Acquired: 1987

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Arizona for 36 years

State: Arizona

Acquired: 1989

Administrative - Not Authorized to Practice

No misconduct found

Location

Brown & Charbonneau, LLP

420 Exchange Street, Suite 270, Irvine, CA, 92602

bc-llp.com/

Online Presence

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Gregory Garth Brown's Reviews

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Posted by LoriVal | November 21, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Choose This Professional and Top Notch Firm

They have won for me three times in a row by being organized, professional and respectful. Not all lawyers and firms are the same. If you want representation that is not just good but great. choose them. You will not be sorry.

Posted by Elliot rosenberg | October 11, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Best lawyers that treat you as family. Not like cattle farm

They are a great law firm. Make you feel as family from the moment you contact them. I hired them because they have empathy for the community at large suffering from Covid-19. At the same time they understand that a lawyers time has value. As Abraham Lincoln said. "The leading rule for the lawyer..., as for the man of every other calling, is diligence. Leave nothing for tomorrow. which can be done today. Never let your correspondence fall behind. Whatever piece of business you have in hand, before stopping, do all the labor pertaining to it which can then be done." The Collected Works of Abraham Lincoln. Besides empathy and resolve. They are diligent! They know they are heavyweights looking out for the interest of people like you and me and offer their services at an affordable rate. A rate that is just so that common people as us can be represented by experts in litigation as Gregory Brown and his team.

Posted by Calvin | April 8, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Extremely Effective Attorney Who Cares About His Clients

I would highly recommend Gregory Brown to anyone who has an important case that they need to win. Gregory is very knowledgeable in law and is tough when he needed to be. He pays attention to details and works very hard for my case. Gregory truly cares about his clients and always do what is best of t...heir interest.

Posted by Leafire Inc | February 9, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

$20.71M Judgment WIN. BEST BUSINESS LITIGATION ATTORNEY ALL TIME

We just finished the Jury Trial yesterday 02/08/2024. We won a $20.71M judgement. The jury found in favor of us the plaintiffs in EVERY count of allegations plus we got 100% of what we ask for in punitive damages. It was a fraud case our company got defrauded. Mr. Brown took over the case on fift...h month after the first complaint was filed. The first thing he did was write up an new complaint which made everything SUPER CLEAR. This is the MOST important thing you want to keep up in a lawsuit - KEEP EVERYTHING CLEAR & COMPREHENSIVE or NEVER CAUSE ANY CONFUSIONS for the Judge or the Jurors. Mr. Brown was crushing the defendant’s attorneys. He kept our allegations/story CLEAR & SIMPLE. Why this happened, how did it happened, who was involved and ALL evidence to support your claims. That’s really all you need to win a trial. You will never understand how important it is to keep things CLEAR before you actually attend a jury trial. Because at the trial, the defendant will do everything they could to cause confusions to the jurors, these “confusions” could potentially turn into your disadvantages which also could create challenges to the authenticity of your story factual background. Mr. Brown has done an incredible and amazing job keeping our lawsuit CLEAR. I want to say even a young kid could understand what happen listening to his opening statement and closing arguments. And the truth is the jurors didn’t even bother spending the time going back and forth, because everything is so clear they understand what happened, they have all the evidence they want to see lined up clear and logical to support the facts. If it wasn’t Mr. Brown, we would have a lot more challenges in our case. The other side is a fraudster, and fraudster often “lie” try to cause confusions to the jurors. Mr. Brown proved CLEARLY that the other side is a liar and 100% NOT credible. He proved it by pinning the defendant to his lie and use evidence to prove he lied. If any of you are victims of fraud, in harm of any breach of contract, or suffered damages from any business or personal wrongful conduct. You want to consult and hire Mr. Brown as your attorney. It was a large case for our company and we browsed at minimum 30+ firms before hiring Mr. Brown. The result of this trial proved we made the right choice. He’s so logical and he doesn’t waste a second on “arguing”. He knows the game he knows what is the RIGHT approach to win. Because every lawsuit is different. You need Mr. Brown who is able to identify the merit of the case, and understand the insights. Again, the worst thing you want to do or the stupidest thing you could do is to cause confusions at the court. The other side will always want to bring up nonsense arguments. You don’t need to jump into their “trap” arguing back and forth. Because the more you argue about nonsense, the weaker you are at trial even you have a strong case. All you need to do is have Mr. Brown prove to the jury this is nonsense and everyone inside the court room will understand what kind of game the other side is trying to play.

Posted by Charles | July 31, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Chuck Michel

I am extremely happy with Brown & Charbonneau and their attorneys Greg Brown and Mark Higuchi. My case was complicated with lots of details. Greg and Mark did their homework and were very well prepared for our presentation before the judge. Their efforts, preparation and professional presentation ...helped us win our case 100 % in our favor. A special thanks to both and I strongly recommend them to all.

Gregory Brown

Replied last January 31, 2024

Thank you so much, Chuck. We are so glad that we were able to assist you and get you your desired outcome! We appreciate the kind words and recommendation. Please let us know if we can be of any assistance in the future.

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Gregory Garth Brown's Lawyer Endorsements

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Tyler Kring

Business lawyer | Nov 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Waddington

Family lawyer | May 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Gregory. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Max Alavi

Family lawyer | May 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Very competent and hard working."

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Suzanne Rehmani

Business lawyer | Oct 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jerome Haig

Business lawyer | Apr 27

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have known Greg since 1987 when we clerked together before passing the bar exam. I have since worked with him on matters from time to time. He is smart, skilled, and well respected. His success is a direct reflection of his dedication to his clients."

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Frank Sariol

Business lawyer | Jan 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Shafer

Personal injury lawyer | Dec 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Anna Meddin

Personal injury lawyer | Aug 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Marc Hurd

Personal injury lawyer | Oct 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Greg for better than 20 years and he has always been a consummate professional and a determined, well-prepared trial lawyer. I would recommend him without hesitation."

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Justin Reden

Litigation lawyer | May 12

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have spent hundreds of hours with Greg in trial and can honestly say he is unquestionably one of the best trial attorneys in California - a true Powerhouse. Greg has the utmost resolve and dedication to winning his client's case as well as an uncanny ability to read, connect, and relate to jurors and always keeps his client's best interest at the forefront of all decisions and strategies. His unwavering attention to detail and ability to immediately comprehend and apply complex factual situations and rules of law lead to the highest of success rates for his clients. I have no hesitation recommending him to anyone looking for the best of the best."

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Gerald Maggio

Divorce and separation lawyer | Feb 21

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Greg and I have worked as co-counsel on a complex marital dissolution case that involved the forensic accounting of several businesses and led to a multiple day trial over the course of one year. I had the privilege of working with Greg and witnessing his strong trial skills and work ethic, which greatly enhanced our case. Greg has the unique ability to digest vast amounts of information and develop effective trial strategy and pointed questions for trial that no doubt makes the other side wish that they had Greg on their case. Moreover, Greg is very professional and ethical in his legal representation, which makes him much admired in the eyes of the court and the legal community and further exemplifies what a lawyer should strive to be."

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Allen Gershenson

Litigation lawyer | Jun 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. I have worked with Greg, recommended Greg and even utilized Greg's work personally, and I have to say I have never been disappointed. Greg's ability in the courtroom is second to none; this ability isn't limited to just his courtroom presence, for Greg's preparation skills and use of cutting edge technology always puts his client in the position to succeed. The other part about Greg that I find refreshing is his ability to communicate his point to his clients. Knowing the diversity of clients Greg has worked with, I always come away impressed with his ability to share the law and potential solutions with his clients. It is without hesitation that I recommned Greg Brown."

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David Harter

Litigation lawyer | Mar 18

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Gregory Brown is hands down the best trial lawyer I have ever seen. He has an amazing ability to connect with juries and clearly and Persuasively present the evidence. When the case really matters, Greg Brown is the guy to have trying the case."

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Joseph Ferrucci

Litigation lawyer | Mar 18

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Greg Brown is the most skilled trial lawyer in Orange County with an unparalleled track record and a personal code of ethics that is second to none."

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Laura Hess

Business lawyer | Feb 20

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have had the privilege to work with Greg on many cases over the past ten years. He absolutely loves trying cases. Greg has spent more days in trial than any attorney I know. And he is the best there is at it, period."

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Douglas Guy

Litigation lawyer | Feb 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Greg really knows how to get things done. Exceptionally hard worker and uses technology to its fullest potential."

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Ted Connor

Business lawyer | Jan 07

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Greg and I have worked closely together on many matters and I can affirm his impeccable trial skills and record."

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Sherman Spitz

Litigation lawyer | Jan 06

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer's work. A couple years ago, I opposed Greg in a very lengthy and complex attorney malpractice/ breach of fiduciary duty jury trial. Greg represented the defendant attorney. He did an excellent job of defending the attorney and, considering the damning evidence presented to the jury, obtained a good result. Greg is a highly competent and aggressive litigator and trial lawyer."

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Jon Jackson

Litigation lawyer | Jan 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Greg is an exceptional litigation attorney and Managing Partner of his own firm, Brown & Charbonneau, LLP. Greg’s well know in Southern California as an experienced trial attorney and has tried more cases than I can keep track of. Greg's also a graduate of the renowned National Institute of Trial Advocacy and is ABOTA qualified. Greg’s been awarded Martindale-Hubbell’s highest honor, an AV Rating, signifying that his legal abilities and ethical standards are of the “very highest standard”. Greg’s always been a “people person” and together with the other members of his firm, takes great pride in placing his clients’ best interest before his own. I trust Greg with our client referrals and you can trust Greg to assist you with your legal challenges. Mitch Jackson/ Jackson & Wilson, Inc. www.JacksonWilson.com"

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Steven Kuhn

Business lawyer | Jan 05

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Greg is a hardworking intelligent attorney who gives his all to his clients and gets great results while being highly ethical. I have worked both with and against Greg on cases and highly recommend him."

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Ryan Young

Litigation lawyer

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Tyler Kring

Construction and development lawyer

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Blaine Brown

Litigation lawyer

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David Crockett

Estate planning lawyer

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Michele Charbonneau

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Eileen Solis

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Justin Reden

Personal injury lawyer

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Kimberly Valentine

Elder law lawyer

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Gerald Maggio

Family lawyer

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Laura Hess

Business lawyer

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Steven Kuhn

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Jon Jackson

Personal injury lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Best Lawyer, Commercial Litigation & Personal Injury, Best Lawyers in America

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Best Lawyer, Commercial Litigation & Personal Injury, Best Lawyers in America

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Best Lawyer, Commercial Litigation & Personal Injury, Best Lawyers in America

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Best Lawyer, Commercial Litigation & Personal Injury, Best Lawyers in America

2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2020

Business Litigation Attorney of the Year, Acquisition International

2020

Best Lawyer in Commercial Litigation, Best Lawyers in America

2019

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2018

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2017

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2016

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2015

Top 100 Lawyers, American Society of Legal Advocates

2015

Lead Counsel Rated Attorney, Lexis/Nexis

2015

Top 5% Attorney in So California, Super Lawyers Legal Ratings

2015

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association

2015

"Superb 10.0/10.0 Rating", AVVO Legal Ratings

2015

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

Best Trial Lawyers in America, Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum

2015

10 Best, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

2015

Board Certified Civil Trial Specialist, State Bar of California

2015

Best Attorneys of America, Rue's Ratings Best Attorneys of America

2014

Member, American Board of Trial Advocates

2014

Top 100 Litigation Lawyer, American Society of Legal Advocates

2014

Top 5% Attorney in Southern California, Super Lawyers Magazine

2014

Highest Attorney Rating - AV 5.0/5.0, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

"Superb 10.0/10.0 Rating", AVVO

2014

Lead Counsel Rated, Lexis/Nexis

2014

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2014

Best Trial Lawyers in America, Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum

2014

"10 Best" Lawyers in California, AIOFLA

2014

State Bar of California, Board Certified Civil Trial Specialist

2014

Best Attorneys of America, Rue's Ratings Best Attorneys of America

2013

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association

2013

Southern California Leaders in Law, Forbes Magazine

2013

Top Attorneys in Orange County, Orange Coast Magazine

2013

Top Attorneys in Southern California, Los Angeles Magazine

2013

Top 5% Attorneys in Southern California, Super Lawyers Magazine

2013

Top 100 Lawyers, American Society of Legal Advocates

2013

ABOTA Member, American Board of Trial Advocates

2013

OC Metro Top Business Attorney, OC Metro Magazine

2013

"Superb 10.0/10.0 Rating", AVVO Legal Ratings

2013

Best Trial Lawyers in America, Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum

2012

Top Attorneys in Orange County - Business Litigation, Orange Coast Magazine

2012

"Superb 10.0/10.0 Rating", AVVO

2012

Top 5% Attorney in Southern California, Super Lawyers Magazine

2012

Highest Attorney Rating - AV 5.0/5.0, Martindale Hubbel

2012

Orange County Power Lawyers, Riviera Magazine - Orange County

2012

Attorney of the Year (1 of 4 in US), Rocket Lawyer US

2012

Multi Million Dollar Advocates, Best Trial Lawyers in America/Million Dollar Advocates

2012

Top 100 Litigation Lawyer, The American Society of Legal Advocates

2012

State Bar of California, Board Certified Civil Trial Specialist

2012

Client's Choice Award, AVVO

2011

Top 5% Attorney in Southern California, Super Lawyers Magazine

2011

Top Attorneys in Southern California, Los Angeles Magazine

2011

Top Attorneys in Orange County, Orange Coast Magazine

2011

Highest Attorney Rating - AV 5.0/5.0, Martindale-Hubbell

2011

Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers, Martindale-Hubbell

2011

Board Certified Civil Trial Specialist, State Bar of California

2011

OC Metro Top Attorneys, AVVO/OC METRO

2011

Business Trial Lawyer of the Year Nominee, Orange County Trial Lawyers Association

2010

Top 5% Attorney in Southern California, Super Lawyers Magazine

2010

Top Attorneys in Southern California, Los Angeles Magazine

2010

Top Attorneys in Orange County, Orange Coast Magazine

2010

Trial Lawyer of the Year Nominee, OCTLA

2010

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2010

Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers, Martindale-Hubbell

2010

Board Certified Civil Trial Specialist, State Bar of California

2009

Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers

2009

Certified Trial Specialist, National Board of Trial Advocacy

2009

Top Attorneys in Southern California, Los Angeles Magazine

2009

Top Attorneys in Orange County, Orange Coast Magazine

2009

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2009

Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers, Martindale-Hubbell

2009

National Leadership Award, National Congressional Committee

2009

Top 5% Attorney in Southern California, Super Lawyers Magazine

2008

Trial Lawyer of the Year Finalist, OCTLA

2008

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2008

Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers, Martindale-Hubbell

2007

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2007

Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers, Martindale-Hubbell

2006

Service & Commitment Award, Orangewood Children's Foundation

2006

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2006

Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers, Martindale-Hubbell

2005

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2005

Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers, Martindale-Hubbell

2004

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2003

Meritorious Service Award, County of Orange

2003

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2003

Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers, Martindale-Hubbell

2002

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2002

Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers, Martindale-Hubbell

2001

Dedication & Support, Orangewood Children's Foundation/PALS

2001

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2001

Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers, Martindale-Hubbell

2000

Ironman Triathlon finisher, Ironman Triathlon

2000

Martindale Hubbell, Bar Register of Pre Eminent Lawyers

1999

Profiled Litigator, Los Angeles Daily Journal

1999

Martindale Hubbell, Bar Register of Pre Eminent Lawyers

1999

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

1998

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

1997

AV Rating 5.0/5.0, Martindale-Hubbell

1993

Graduate, National Institute for Trial Advocacy

N/A

Service & Dedication Award 2011, Orange County Trial Lawyers Association

N/A

Instructor/Judge College of Trial Advocacy 2011, Chapman Law School/OCBA

N/A

Marathon Finisher, Finisher of 14 separate marathons

Work Experience

2012 - Present

Mediator, OC Dispute Resolution Services, LLC

2002 - Present

Senior Partner, Brown & Charbonneau, LLP

2004 - 2012

Expert Witness, Gregory G. Brown, Esq.

2002 - 2012

Member, On Trial, LLC

1988 - 2002

Senior Partner, Kring & Brown, LLP

1985 - 1987

Associate/Law Clerk, Hill, Gensen, Even, Crandall & Wade

Associations

2014 - Present

American Society of Legal Advocates

Member

2013 - Present

The National Trial Lawyers

Top 100 Trial Lawyers

2013 - Present

American Board of Trial Advocates

Member

2012 - Present

Million Dollar Advocates Forum

Member

2012 - Present

Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum

Member

2012 - Present

Masters Division of the Orange County Bar Association

Member

2009 - Present

Orange County Bar Association, College of Trial Advocacy

Judge/Lectuer

2009 - Present

Project Hope School

Supporter

2009 - Present

National Board of Trial Advocacy

Certified Civil Trial Specialist

2009 - Present

Super Lawyers

Super Lawyer - Southern California

2005 - Present

Association of Business Trial Lawyers (Orange County chapter)

Member

2004 - Present

Constitutional Rights Foundation/Peer Court

Supporter

2003 - Present

Orange County Trial Lawyers Association

Sustaining Member/Former Board Member

2003 - Present

Association of Business Trial Lawyers

Member

2002 - Present

Orange County Bar Association

Member

1999 - Present

Business Law Section, State Bar of California, Orange County, CA.

Member

1997 - Present

National Institute for Trial Advocacy

Graduate

1991 - Present

State Bar of California

Business Law Section

1988 - Present

Orange County Bar Association

Member

2012 - 2013

Orange County Trial Lawyers Association

Director of Technology Committee

2011 - 2011

Consumer Attorneys of California

Member

2010 - 2014

Orange County Trial Lawyers Association

Board of Directors

2010 - 2014

Orange County Trial Lawyers Association

Committee Member

2010 - 2010

Public Law Center

Contributor

2009 - 2013

Orange County Trial Lawyers Association

Member, Board of Directors

2006 - 2006

Orangewood/PALS

Vice Chairman, Board of Directors

2004 - 2011

Orange County Trial Lawyers Association

Member

2004 - 2005

Orange County Paralegal Association

Lecturer

2004 - 2007

American Society of Trial Consultants

Member

2003 - 2007

American Society of Trial Consultants

Member

2002 - 2005

U.S. Sailing Center

Supporter

2000 - 2000

City of Los Angeles Olympic Triathlon

Co-Founder

1998 - 2002

Kring & Brown Orangewood Golf Classic

Co-Founder

1998 - 2002

Kring & Brown Newport Beach Triathlon

Co-Founder

1997 - 1999

Lindsay Farms 4h/DARE Program

Member of Board of Directors

1997 - 1999

Orange County Superior Court

Mediator

1997 - 2011

Orange County Superior Court

Judge Pro Tem

1996 - 2008

Orangewood Children's Foundation

Board of Directors

1993 - 1994

Orange County Performing Arts Center

Events Committee

1989 - 2005

Lindsay Farms Equestrian Center

Co-Founder/Owner

1987 - 1987

Phi Alpha Delta Legal Fraternity

President

1986 - 1987

American Bar Association, University of San Diego

Representative

1986 - 1987

San Diego Law Review

Editorial Board Member

1985 - 1987

Phi Alpha Delta

Member

1983 - 1983

Special Olympics/Phoenix, AZ

Volunteer

1981 - 1981

Sigma Alpha Epsilon Fraternity

Events Coordinator

1980 - 1984

Sigma Alpha Epsilon Fraternity

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Trial Win – $5.9 Million Verdict

Brown & Charbonneau, LLP obtained a favorable jury verdict in the amount of $5,909,554 in damages

Enright v Peykoff

Defendant won - entitled to all attorneys fees

$2,930,000 Jury Verdict in Business Fraud Case

$2,930,000 Jury Verdict for Fraud and Breach of Contract

Business Dispute - Traxel v BTB, Chapin

B&C client wins

Celebrity Stalking - Rossi v. Photoglou

$523,250 Award & Punitives

Shareholder Dispute - Mehr v. SGRL Investments, Inc.

B&C Client wins & receives 6 figure attorney fee award

Defense Judgment in a Shareholder Dispute

Defense Judgment

Breach of Contract - More than 100% recovered on client's behalf

Six-Figure Award. 100% of the amount, plus interest, and all attorneys fees and costs

Win in Year Long Business/Family Law Trial

Client was prevailing party in trial

Irvine Lawyer Obtains Six Figure Confidential Settlement in Wrongful Term. & Sexual Harassment Claim against Celebrity

Confidential Six Figure Cash Settlement

Possible wrongful termination and sexual harassment suit

six-figure award

Irvine Trial Lawyer Gregory G. Brown Obtains $690,000 against Farmers Insurance/Fire Insurance Exchange in Bad Faith Case

$690,000 Settlement (after trial - mistrial)

Irvine Trial Lawyer Gregory G. Brown Obtains Six Figure Settlement in Wrongful Death

Settlement $315,000

Orange County Trust Trial - Phase 1 only

$5,600,000 to client in phase 1 trial

Sharp v Aniko Kaye - Fraud/Contract/Landlord Tenant

$1,600,000

Sure Building Products, Inc. v TCC Steel - Breach of Contract/Warranty/Fraud

Jury Verdict of $320,000 ($100,000 LESS than pre trial offer was $420,000)

Sharp v Aniko Kaye - Unfair Competition Trial

Court issued injuntion & ordered full restitution - Phase 2 of Trial to continue

Shawnan v Chino Hills School District - Contract Jury Trial

$1,100,000 Settlement/$130,790 Verdict (last def)

John Doe v African Methodist Episcopal Church, Ward AME Church, Bishop John Bryant

Confidential Settlement at Trial

Petrik v Mahaffey & Mahaffey & Associates

Defense Prevailed - 4 1/2 Month Jury Trial

Gilbert v MA Hanna Co - Fraud/Contract Jury Trial

Defense Verdict - $40,000,000 Exposure

Harter v Classic Limousine & Richard Thorson

Jury Awards Client almost $800,000

Goddard v Holy Cross Cemetery

Jury Awarded $812,000 AND Punitive damages

Gonzalez Brain Injury Case

$1,623,000

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Education

2012

Pepperdine University, Straus Institute

Advanced Mediation

1993

National Institute of Trial Advocacy

Trial Certificate

1987

University of San Diego School of Law

Juris Doctor

1984

Arizona State University

Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2015

College of Trial Advocacy - Workshop

Opening Statements in Trial

2014

Fraud in California Podcast Fraud & Concealment Claims in California

2014

2013

2012

Legal Seminar to Orange County Trial Lawyers & Judges Anti SLAPP Motions, Demurrers & Motions to Strike

2011

University of California, Irvine Legal Symposium

Current Issues in Business Law & Trial Practice

2011

College of Trial Advocacy Closing Arguments

2010

Radar Online - Internet Video Syndication

Defamation/Harassment Case

2009

Orange County Bar Association - Products Liability Section Post Sale Duty to Warn in Products Liability

2006

MCLE Seminar

Trial Techniques & Technology

2005

CNA Insurance Company

Trial Techniques & Technology

2004

Orange County Paralegal Association

Use of Technology in Trial & Current Trial Issues

2003

NBC News Television Church & Cemetery Litigations

2000

Orange County Bar Association/LMA

Marketing for Lawyers

1999

Orange County Investment Advisors/Financial Planners

Selecting the Best Corporate Structure for New Business

1998

100 Days Before Trial - OCBA

Trial Preparation for Attorneys

1997

Legal Marketing Association

Promotions and Client Relations for Lawyers

1996

Truck Insurance Exchange Seminar

Commercial Business Insurance Issues

1994

Business & Business Risk Lecture

Business & Business Risk Lecture, Presenter/Lecturer

1993

OCN's "The Legal Minute"

Various Legal Issues

1991

Ryder Truck Rental, Inc.

California Trucking/Commercial & Common Carrier Legal Issues

Publications

2014

2014

Internet Syndication - Google Plus Different Types of Business Entities

2014

Google Plus - Internet Syndication Breach of Fiduciary Duty in Business

2014

Google Plus - Internet Syndication What If My Partners Lock Me Out Of Our Business?

2014

Google Plus - Internet Syndication What is Fraud and How Do I Sue?

2014

Google Plus - Internet Syndication How Do I Get Out Of Contract I Was Forced To Sign?

2014

Google Plus - Internet Syndication How Do I Sell My Stock In My Corporation?

2014

Google Plus - Internet Syndication What Are My Rights As A Partner In A Business?

2014

Google Plus - Internet Syndication How Does Mediation Differ From Arbitration?

2014

Google Plus - Internet Syndication How Does Mediation Work?

2014

Google Plus - Internet Syndication Do I Really Need To Tell My Lawyer “THAT”?

2014

Google Plus - Internet Syndication Inaccurate Reporting of Income Could Cost You!

2014

Google Plus - Internet Syndication How is “Short Term” Spousal Support Determined?

2014

Google Plus - Internet Syndication Why Is The Date Of Separation Important In Divorce?

2014

Google Plus - Internet Syndication Mediating a Partnership Dispute

2014

Google Plus - Internet Syndication How Do I Start A Business in California?

2014

Google Plus - Internet Syndication What Do I Do If I Need Protection From Abuse Right Now?

2014

Google Plus - Internet Syndication What is Alternative Dispute Resolution?

2014

Internet Syndication How To Prepare For Your Deposition

2010

2010

Internet Syndication Should I Sue or Not?

2010

Internet Syndication Trial Preparaton: The Final Days

2010

Internet Syndication Valuing Personal Injury Cases

2010

2010

Internet Syndication Tips for Selling a Business

2010

Internet Syndication How To Start a Business

2010

Internet Syndication What Do I Do If I Am Sued?

2010

2010

2010

Internet Syndication How to Chose the Best Attorney

2010

Internet Syndication Preparing for Mediation

2005

Litigation Magazine Technology in the Modern Trial

2001

2001

Los Angeles Daily Journal Featured Article

2000

1999

1987

Journal of Contemporary Legal Issues Editor

1986

San Diego Law Review Writer

Languages

English

Activity

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