Navid Moshtael

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Navid Moshtael

4.9
Rating: 9.6

Licensed for 20 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 20 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

269 Client Reviews

Showing 21 - 25 of 42 reviews | Trustworthiness

Posted by Greg | July 17, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Operations Manager

I connected with Navid and his team for help on a custody case. When I first called the office, I was immediately put in touch with Navid and he jumped on my case the very same day and was extremely supportive. During the difficult and stressful time, Navid and his team, Dan & Kim walked me through... every step and took my every call early in the morning through late evening hours. At no point did I have any questions unanswered, or any wait times to get through to him and his team. He is extremely responsive, reliable and honest. I cannot imagine this process without him. Thank you, Navid!

Posted by Patrick | May 05, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

An AMAZING Law Firm

Navid is very passionate about his job and getting justice for his clients and the staff he has hired are just as passionate as Navid is! Navid and his staff are amazing and are worth every penny they charge...if not more! You pray that you never need an attorney in life, but when you do you hope and... pray to find someone like Navid and his staff! From the moment I hired them Navid and his staff got right to work on my case. Within just a few days they had already read, studied, and reviewed every piece of paper and evidence I gave them and came back to with me a starting game plan re: my case. From the get go Navid and his staff were very honest with me re: what was in my favor and what we may have some issues with and how to fight them. There wasn't one day that I did not get an email from Navid and his staff re: my case and what they needed from me to fight and defend my case. If you are getting a divorce or being sued civilly - you NEED to hire Navid and his firm. Navid knows his business/the law well and he has only hired attorney's and the rest of his staff that are top in their fields! Navid and his staff were always in communication with one another and myself re: my cases. This law firm makes you feel like you are family and they fight for you like you are family - I HIGHLY recommend this law firm!

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 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.

Posted by Dennis | May 14, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This is the lawyer you want.

Navid has the legal expertise, the experience, and most importantly the wisdom to help you make the right choices and get the best result. He and his team are very responsive, including frequently in the evening and over the weekend, and I cannot imagine trusting anyone else. I cannot emphasize enoug...h how valuable his wisdom and guidance is. I hired Navid, and his whole firm is still working me and doing and amazing job. His billing is more than fair, and the value I have gotten from choosing him to represent me has been enormous.

Navid Moshtael

Replied last May 14, 2019

Thank you so much for leaving a review, Dennis - 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!

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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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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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