Navid Moshtael

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Navid Moshtael

4.9
Rating: 9.6

Licensed for 19 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Irvine, CA
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Family, Marriage & Prenuptials, Domestic Violence

17682 Cowan, Suite B, Irvine, CA

About Navid

Biography

Your Divorce Attorney: Optimal Results Through Strategic, Efficient & Aggressive Representation.

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 50%

Divorce, executive divorce, separation, premarital and post marital agreements, high asset cases, complex custody litigation, division of assets and liabilities, child support, custody/visitation, spousal support, domestic violence and attorney fees.

20 years

50%
Family 40%

Family law, divorce, executive divorce, paternity, custody, visitation, child support, division of assets and liabilities, spousal support, attorney fees, post judgment matters, and domestic violence matters.

20 years

40%
Domestic Violence 5%

20 years

5%
Marriage and Prenuptials 5%

Draft and opine on premarital and post marital agreements.

20 years

5%

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Awards

Client's Choice
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Licenses

Licensed in California for 19 years

State: California

Acquired: 2006

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Moshtael Family Law Orange County

17682 Cowan, Suite B, Irvine, CA, 92614

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Moshtael Family Law Orange County

3990 Old Town Ave, Suite. C105, San Diego, CA, 92110

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Navid Moshtael's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

268 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | August 12, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Family

Best Family Law Attorney you can hire

I will be forever grateful for having Navid Moshtael and this law firm represent me in my family court case. My case was a bit tricky and Navid and his team worked closely with me to understand the all of the details of my case. During the court proceedings, I was extremely impressed with how Mr. M...oshtael handled my case. Mr. Moshtael was well prepared for my case and knew exactly what the game plan was to get us to home plate. Mr. Moshtael, is a all about getting his clients results and not wasting time. If you want the best family law attorney contact Navid Moshtael and get him on your team. Mr. Moshtael will always be my MVP in any of my family law matters.

Posted by anonymous | August 10, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Master Yoda of family law!

Navid is a truly unique attorney with a clear protector mentality for his clients. Navid and I only had a brief consultation but, due to an emergency situation of my son being taken out of state, Navid jumped in late evening and made a plan to protect him. Due to Navid's effort, my son was protect...ed in California and I was able to see my son after 3months! Navid also protected my son during another emergency situation while I was in India for a week for my Dad's medical procedure. Navid and his team worked hard to ensure I can be there for my Dad and not worry about the emergency proceedings in my absence. Despite having a stellar lead attorney backed by a solid team on my case, Navid was on top of it and kept advising me as we moved along. Navid has been very responsive on txts during exigent situations. quick brainstorming calls with Navid opened up new avenues while moving through various situations. Due to Navid's leadership, he has built a great organization of experts sharing the same passion. It shows in every aspect of an attorney-client relationship such as streamlined communications, expectation-setting, documenting, guidance on navigating with opposing party, etc. I strongly recommend Navid for any family's legal needs. I have talked, consulted and worked with other attorneys and Navid sets a new benchmark !

Posted by Steve | July 30, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Family

Spousal Support Reduction

After an extensive search for the right attorney, weeding through those that either generally had no clue and those that were afraid to take on the case, I found Navid Moshtael of Moshtael Family Law. Moshtael Family Law does not get a five star rating for being nice, even though that may be true, th...e five star rating is for the aggressive “bulldog” nature of how Navid handled my case and his knowledge of spousal support reduction. If you are looking for an attorney to get the job done, Navid is your guy. Below is what you need to know. Outcome Navid was able to negotiate a significant reduction of spousal support, including getting me other stipulations I was looking for. I will not share his strategy, you will have to call him for that, but what I will share is that I am very impressed with his approach to the case and how well prepared he was. Background When you get divorced things are not always easy, in fact they could be out right difficult. In my case, I thought I could handle things on my own (meaning no attorney), partly because we were agreeable at the time (you might feel that way to, but a few years down the road your thoughts will change) and partly because I did not feel like I could afford it. If you messed up as I did, get yourself a good attorney (Navid Moshtael). Cost The best things in life do not come free. Navid’s fees are reasonable, but that does not mean you are not going to spend some money. Navid will do the work, but you have to pay him and he will at times ask you to replenish the retainer. The guy has got to eat you know. He will work with you in terms of the retainer and his accounting team is super friendly. Do the math: attorney cost vs. cost of alimony over time. Participation Remember this is your case. You MUST participate! Just like when you go to the doctor, the doctor only knows what you tell him/her. Just think of him as your quarterback and you as the coach on the sidelines. You call the plays, but the quarterback can call audible. You know your ex-spouse, what he or she is thinking and will do. Share as much information as you can in the beginning and along the way. If you anticipate something or have knowledge of something, you need to give your quarterback a heads up so he can have the advantage. What you need to know - Your case is going to take some time. Be patient, but listen to Navid and file your RFO in the beginning. Regardless of how you feel or whether or not you want to negotiate, get the RFO in. It will start the clock. - Navid does not work by himself. He is your strategist and point man (only if you request it). He has a team of individuals that will do various jobs. You will need to work with the team and remember that it is your case. You need to take the reins. - If you do not know what is going on, if you have questions, if you see something wrong. Speak up! It is on you.

Posted by anonymous | July 22, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Amazing Team; I don't know what I would have done without you guys!

Back in March, my wife and I decided to separate. I thought that the separation would last a short period of time and that we would figure things out. But once I found out that my ex had no positive intentions and that she was preparing for "war" and that she would try and take me to the cleaners, I ...realized that this was something I could not take care of on my own, and that I needed experts on my side to have my back and to help defend me from all the road blocks, speed bumps, and issues that my case could possibly result in. And I was absolutely right; my ex had a very aggressive game plan, that I was unaware of, and ever since then we have been in an extremely contentious custody/financial/divorce battle with bogus accusations, lies upon lies, and heartless behavior from the opposing side. I was so scared and nervous, and anxious and I had no idea what I was going to do or who I would turn to. I called maybe over 20 attorneys, and I was not impressed by any of them. I felt as though they were all just telling me what I want to hear instead of telling me the truth. I remember this quite well; it was a Sunday morning, and I came across Moshtael Family Law Orange County and I sent the office a message. I expected to hear back from them the following day; but ten minutes later; Mr. Navid Moshtael himself messaged me back and told me that he would be able to make time for me that very day on his day off/weekend. We spoke for about an hour at no charge, and he quickly impressed me with his knowledge, experience, wisdom, and his empathy towards my situation. And he was the first attorney to tell me the truth of what I should expect moving forward. He did not BS me, he told me how it was, and he gave me a step by step plan as to how we would game plan for all the crud that would be thrown at us during the entire process. And something else I really appreciated from him was that due to my financial situation at that time the retainer was set at a certain amount; but he reduced it in order to allow me to be able to actually afford his services. Thank you for that Navid! The next day, I retained the services of this office. I was assigned Mr. Lance Duran who is an excellent, excellent attorney who has had my back every step of the way! He knows when to be aggressive, when to be more cautious, and he has been able to get me, the most favorable custody/and support schedule for me at this time; with the game plan to get an even more favorable schedule in the coming months. My paralegal Brandy Chapin has been able to answer every single question I have, and if she can't she will do whatever it takes to find the answer for me. The accounting department always work with me and they understand my financial situation and they never make me feel pressured in any way. I just met Adrian Rogers, and Rebecca Stone who have been great in helping me with all my discovery items. Everyone their is professional, nice, empathetic to your situation, and amazing at what they do. This team is efficient, timely, and most importantly.....THEY HAVE MY BACK! During the most difficult time in my life, I have the most amazing team behind me, and as long as that is the case I will always feel confident, hopeful, and optimistic as to what the future holds for me, my children, and my future. Thank you guys! I don't know what I would have done without you guys!

Posted by Torey Hansen | July 16, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Family

Look no futher!

Moshtael Family Law is in my eyes a AAA law firm. I was skeptical at first, but after I seen Dan the man in court. I was convinced this law firm was no joke. Took 4-5 appearances in court to get a restraining order dropped. It was'nt Moshteals fualt was the long list of B.S. that my son's mother was ...claiming. Words of attempting to kill someone is'nt anything to take kindly. My son's mother, her father, and her mother. Were all testifying against me that I was planning to kill them. This was a act of trying to over turn our main appearance in court. Our main appearance is still to come, but I feel confident in the law firm handling my case. Dan is a savage in court. Ask for Dan to handle your case he's in my eye's probably one of the best family court attorney's I've seen in court. My son's mother's lawyer looked like a fool. In fact he was so mad when he lost that he started arguing with the judge. Lol this is a guy that was trying to push that I have anger problem's, when he could'nt hold his composure. Dan and me were escorted out by the sheriff in the court room. If your looking to hire a good law firm I'd say look no futher!

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Myle Nguyen

Family lawyer | Feb 24

Relationship: Co-worker

"Navid knows his stuff when it comes to getting the best financial outcome for his clients. He is aggressive in the courtroom and is available to his clients when they need him."

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Brian Bayati

Family lawyer | Feb 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Navid is a knowledgeable family law attorney who zealously advocates for his clients and their rights. Navid has a thorough understanding of family law and litigation procedure. For these and other reasons, I endorse Navid as a strong family law litigator!"

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Nicholas Salick

Family lawyer | Feb 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I cannot more highly endorse Navid. I have known Navid professionally since 2006 when we were both associates at a prominent family law firm in Orange County. Since then, we have both grown substantially as family law litigators. We often confer with one another about intricate procedural and substantive issues. I have always been impressed by his ability to comprehend complex financial cases, which is something not a lot of family law attorneys can so easily do. I have referred potential clients to Navid, and will not hesitate to continue to do so. I would feel comfortable referring a family member or close friend to Navid."

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Christine Roberts

Family lawyer | Feb 18

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Navid is a highly skilled family law attorney. I have worked with him on two contentious, high-asset dissolutions. He has particular expertise in these types of cases, but also consistently gets great results for clients in other areas of family law including custody and child support."

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Ryan McEachern

Family lawyer | Feb 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Navid is a very passionate, intelligent, and, when necessary, aggressive attorney. He is committed to getting the best result possible for his clients and has the track record that corresponds with that commitment. Navid is one of the few attorneys I'd rather never have to face as a fellow Family Law attorney."

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David Wheeler

Family lawyer | Feb 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Courtney Shepard

Family lawyer | Feb 17

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Brett Wishart

Family lawyer | Feb 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Stacey Dippong

Family lawyer | Feb 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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William Huestis

Family lawyer | Feb 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Navid is an aggressive, detail oriented, and has a tireless work ethic. Basically, everything you could ask for in a family law trial attorney."

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Justin Snell

Family lawyer | Feb 15

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse Navid. He is a great family law attorney."

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Chris Jafari

Family lawyer | Feb 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I referred multiple clients to Navid and all have told me how great of a lawyer he is and thanked me for referring them to his office. Navid truly cares about all of his clients and I intend to refer him more clients in the future."

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Diane Vargas

Family lawyer | Feb 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Navid, he is a good lawyer that works hard to be prepared in the representation of his clients. He is knowledgeable in the law and gets along well with his peers."

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Douglas Pinkham

Family lawyer | Feb 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Navid Moshtael is well-respected, hard working Family Law attorney. I have opposed Mr. Moshtael in the past, and he always appears to be well-prepared and willing to advocate aggressively for his client."

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Noah Peterson

Family lawyer | Feb 13

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Richard Sullivan

Family lawyer | Jul 29

Relationship: Co-worker

"Mr. Moshtael is a highly regarded Family Law attorney and is a fierce advocate. If you are looking for an aggressive attorney that will zealously represent you Mr. Moshtael is the attorney for you."

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Ronnie Chaplin

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Shawna Murray

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Alan Snyder

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Brett Gover

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Erin Noonan

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Lance Duran

Divorce and separation lawyer

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James Wellman

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Lucy Cole

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Courtney Shepard

Family lawyer

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Brett Wishart

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Nicholas Salick

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Experience

Rating:  9.6 (Superb)

Honors

2026

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2025

Client's Choice, Avvo

2024

Client's Choice, Avvo

1998

Presidential Scholarship, University of Oregon

Work Experience

2017 - Present

Attorney, Law Offices of Navid Moshtael

Associations

2014 - Present

Iranian American Bar Association

Member

2006 - Present

Orange County Bar Association, Family Law Section

Member

2006 - Present

State Bar of California

Member

Beverly Hills Bar Association, Family Law Section

Member

Education

2005

Chapman University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2001

University of Oregon

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2014

Divorce Summer Speaker Series

Divorce timeline

Publications

2016

Los Angeles Daily Journal Controlling Behavior is Now Sufficient for Issuance of Domestic Violence Restraining Orders

2016

Los Angeles Daily Journal Pending Legislation in the Senate Seeks to Clarify the Meaning of “Date of Separation”

2016

Los Angeles Daily Journal Grandparents Visitation: A recent California case expands grandparent visitations rights

2016

Los Angeles Daily Journal Stepparent adoption & termination of parental rights: roadmap

2016

Los Angeles Daily Journal Tax opinion may effect support deductions

2014

Los Angeles Daily Journal Modification of spousal support: taking party expectations into account

2013

Los Angeles Daily Journal Want to pay your ex’s attorney's fees? Ignore discovery requests

2012

Los Angeles Daily Journal When is a premarital agreement unconscionable?

2012

Los Angeles Daily Journal Be wary of using boiler plate provisions

2011

Los Angeles Daily Journal Good concept, bad outcome

2010

Los Angeles Daily Journal Did you advise your client to change his or her beneficiary designation after the divorce?

Languages

English

Farsi

French

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