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%

Fees and Rates

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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

Showing 21 - 25 of 50 reviews | General Knowledge

Posted by SHAWN | February 18, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Family

TOP FAMILY LAW ATTORNEY

had interviewed couple of family law attorneys before I met Navid . As soon as I met Navid I knew he will do the job . My divorce case is some what complicated that involves child custody , lot of money and very unreasonable spouse . Case was going against but Navid was able to turn it around compl...etely. He is very knowledgeable , aggressive ,extremely passionate about family law and works very hard . Most family lawyers are good enough to handle most cases ,but if you need an Attorney who can put a strong fight in front of the judge- Navid is your guy !. He thinks quick on his feet and knows exactly how to act in front of the judge . His fees is reasonable and also has amazing staff . He is ALWAYS available to speak even on the weekends . I would suggest to meet him before the hearing /trial for an hour or so to go Over the case . He is always prepared but because he is very busy this would ensure he doesn't miss any important points . My case is not over yet and will post final review soon . So far he is absolutely fantastic !

Navid Moshtael

Replied last February 18, 2020

Thank you so much for leaving a review, Shawn - we love to hear feedback like this! We work really hard to provide for a good experience and it is encouraging to see that reflected in your experience. Thanks, again!

Posted by Jessica | February 03, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Knowledgable and dependable!

I went and interviewed many different lawyers/firms for my divorce as I was lost and confused as to my rights, the letter of the law, processes, procedures, etc. I finally decided on Navid Moshtael because I had been refered to him by opposing counsel from another county who had worked on a case agai...nst him. He said that Mr. Moshtael was very knowledgeable and did not play games to waste time and money dragging out cases and to have opposing counsel say that, it really meant a lot. I had already been going through the process of getting divorced for almost a year and a half when I finally hired Mr. Moshtael. He came in and got things done quickly and efficiently, as well as clearly walked me through everything in order to make sure not to add any more stess to the already stressful situation. The Moshtael team pays attention to detail, manages your expectations, and makes sure they address all of the needs of the case so that you don't have to continually keep going back to court. I would hands down recommend this firm as they understand the law as well as manage the client's expectations of outcomes from the beginning which are two very important factors in hiring representation.

Navid Moshtael

Replied last February 03, 2020

We have devoted our entire practice to helping clients emerge successfully through complex divorce and family law cases. Our mission is to be there for clients like you every step of the way and achieve a satisfactory resolution of your family law matter to the best of our ability. Thank you again for choosing to work with us!

Posted by Marti | January 30, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Exception Law Firm

Navid and his team are extremely knowledgeable of the law and it shows in the courtroom. He and his team are caring and responsive in a way that makes me know they truly care about my case.

Navid Moshtael

Replied last January 30, 2020

Thank you so much for leaving a review, Marti - we love to hear feedback like this! We work really hard to provide for a good experience and it is encouraging to see that reflected in your experience. Thanks, again!

Posted by anonymous | August 30, 2019 | Hired Attorney

Awesome Lawyer

Navid Moshtael is a highly competent lawyer whom I recommend. I met with a few other lawyers before meeting Navid. I chose him and am very comfortable with my decision.

Navid Moshtael

Replied last August 30, 2019

Thank you for the kind words! We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience.

Posted by Erica | July 12, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Amazing lawyer. Top notch! Don't use another, you'll regret it!

I would first like to say that I had a very complicated case which was given to Navid with only 2 weeks to prepare for a trial which included getting my kids back from their Narcissistic father and go to trail on a move away. In a complete state of panic I began looking online and reviewing yelp re...views for a number of attorneys. I felt completely hopeless….. After much research and numerous reviews of the state bars records, I sent a message to Mr. Navid Moshtael. I was impressed from the beginning because he responded to me on a Saturday. Not only did he respond, he took his time to listen to my concerns, and was very honest and frank with where we were at with my case. Without paying him a penny for his time, he outlined what his plan would be and how he would address the issues at hand. You know that gut feeling you get? Well I got that, and I knew he was the one for me and my kids. I also did my homework and spoke with a past client of his who also spoke very highly of Navid and referred to his as “a god in the courtroom.” THAT’S what me and my kids needed! I met with Navid the following Monday where he spent over an hour listening to me and how we got to where we were. And it was a lot! 6 years of mess. Not only was he professional and didn’t rush me, which I deeply appreciated. He was genuinely interested in what was going on with us and was very honest about the multiple ways that my case could be approached and went over all of the possible outcomes. In this free consultation, I had already received more information than I had received after spending $8,200! I knew he was the one at this point. He’s a very bright and strategic man. The communication that I had between Navid and his assistant Kim was everything that I was looking for. I had a bad taste in my mouth from my previous experience and they were very sensitive to that. Not just Navid, but Kim spent HOURS (at my request) going over every note, police report, picture, e-mail ect all while taking notes while I explained everything. She was creating her strategy! Every time I went to the office or received an e-mail from either of them, I ALWAYS felt my heart breathe a sign of relief. I also want to say that every e-mail I sent, I got a same day response, unlike my former attorney that would take up to 5 days to respond. To me this is unacceptable as you hire attorney’s for council that is sometimes needed right then and there, that’s what your paying for! This was the worst experience of my life and I even ended up in the emergency room with hives from head to toe that’s how bad I was stressing. Navid never made me promises and I appreciated that. I didn’t feel like he was trying to reel me in with false promises just to get my money. His concern is very genuine. Navid handled the day with ease despite the many curve balls thrown. I was very impressed. Prior to our trial the opposing council tried to intimidate and bully Navid and he wasn’t having it. Navid is very professional, he knows the law and he presses forward and doesn’t waist time on the drama others like to cause. In the courtroom: Navid was very professional, and did not have any problem challenging the judge on certain laws that he knew were not being followed. He navigated things with such finesse that he got the judge to throw out the previous evaluators testimony (which was a miracle) and challenged other important things. He quoted case law and codes and when all was done I got my babies back! I know for a fact that we have a corrupt legal system. If you want an attorney that know’s his law, is not intimidated by the judge or opposing council, Navid is the ONLY one you need!

Navid Moshtael

Replied last July 12, 2019

Thank you for recognizing that we did what we said we were going to do. Integrity is an important part of our business. Thank you for allowing us to help you.

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Navid Moshtael's Lawyer Endorsements

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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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Chris Jafari

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Nicholas Salick

Family lawyer

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

Activity

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