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
Client's Choice
2025 2024 2023
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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

moshtaellaw.com/

Moshtael Family Law Orange County

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

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Online Presence

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Navid Moshtael's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

268 Client Reviews

Showing 26 - 30 of 46 reviews | Compassion

Posted by anonymous | September 02, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Domestic Violence

Review for Moshtael Family Law

I recently retained the Moshtael Family Law firm to represent me in a DVRO case. I had filed the DVTRO using a different law firm. However, two days before my scheduled hearing, I decided to switch law firms because during the three weeks of my TRO, I realized that I was dealing with an extreme narci...ssist with other severe mental instabilities. The opposing counsel had been aggressive with his tactics and was showing signs of narcissism himself. I realized I had a high conflict case on hand, and I needed the best lawyers with lots of experience dealing with narcissists. After my initial phone conversation with Navid, I decided to retain his firm because he demonstrated his dedication and experience. In fact, it was a Sunday, and Navid took the time to reach out quickly since he knew my hearing was in two days. He laid out his strategy for my case after hearing my side of the story. He analyzed how the opposing counsel may fight the case. I worked mainly with Erin Noonan and Dan Knowlton for my RO case, and within one month they helped me obtain a five-year DVRO. Erin has been very organized and helped me sort through the mountain of evidence. All my interactions with her has been enjoyable. She speaks openly and frankly. She has a way of putting my mind as ease, which has been great help for me mentally. Whenever I asked her to do something, she responded timely and with a high level of professionalism. Dan was the lawyer that did the deposition on the respondent and appeared at all my hearings. Dan is witty, focused, and has great strategy. I honestly enjoyed watching him in action in court. He asked great questions, and with lots of respect and grace. I believe the judge was able to observe Dan’s respect for the court and everyone involved as well. He is logical in his questioning. He is also humble and discussed things with me openly. Dan helped me prepare and stay focused in the cross examination, which was the part that gave me the most anxiety. I was a victim in domestic abuse, and the opposing counsel did not hesitate to re-victimize me. However, Dan helped me center myself and focus on my facts. I believe I did a great job in the cross examination because of that. I am so glad I retained the Moshtael Family Law firm. I did not have a particularly strong case, and it sure was high conflict. I am thankful to everyone involved, especially Dan and Erin, for giving me this best outcome that I could have hoped for.

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 NL | June 28, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Family

Great Family Firm! So glad they were referred!

I was referred to Moshtael Family Law by another law firm and my brother also saw that they had tons of good reviews online. I am glad I went with their team. I am currently dealing with a very difficult child custody case. When I talked to Navid he was very direct and Hannah quickly emailed me inf...ormation that I needed to complete. I was also able to schedule an appointment for the next day with Ron and he moved quickly in helping me prepare what I needed. We had an emergency court hearing a few days later and things went just like we hoped they would. I am feeling confident and so grateful for their guidance, help, and compassion. His team is professional, quick, and knowledgeable. Thank you for all of your help so far as we keep moving forward on this case.

Navid Moshtael

Replied last June 28, 2019

We work hard for our clients and it is always a pleasure when we have grateful and satisfied clients. We appreciate your public endorsement of my firm and my staff. Thank you for your business and thank you for putting your trust in us. Recognizing our work only makes us work harder.

Posted by Donna | May 14, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Successful!

Working with this office made me comfortable and confident that I chose the correct attorney! Navid gave me the comfort that I needed during a stressful time because of his knowledge. The whole team was VERY helpful and Navid was SUCCESSFUL in representing me in court!! I would definitely use him ag...ain!

Navid Moshtael

Replied last May 14, 2019

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

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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

Family lawyer

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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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