Beth Kristin Rautiola

Beth Kristin Rautiola

5.0
Rating: 9.2

Licensed for 25 years

Business Lawyer at Irvine, CA
Practice Areas: Business, Mergers & Acquisitions, Real Estate

300 Spectrum Center Drive, Suite 1550, Irvine, CA

About Beth

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Business 51%

I form and counsel business entities on their structure, business plans and growth. I take care of corporate compliance matters and work with a the business' team of advisers to implement growth through investment funds, acquisitions or business trends. I review and prepare all kinds of contracts, agreements and letter of understanding for businesses.

26 years

51%
Mergers and Acquisitions 40%

Buying or selling - all or part of- your business. I can help with documents, what to expect next and understanding what is standard and customary in the purchase or sale of your business.

26 years

40%
Real Estate 9%

Leases, licensing, purchase and sale agreements are all in a days work. I can also help with financing terms, lending requirements and bank introductions.

26 years

9%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 475-500 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 25 years

State: California

Acquired: 2000

Active

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Location

Zeppos Rautiola, LLP

300 Spectrum Center Drive, Suite 1550, Irvine, CA, 92618

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Beth Kristin Rautiola's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

6 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 1 of 1 review | Tax

Posted by Iris | April 25, 2011 | Tax

Great advice!

Beth helped save my business. Her tax advice and overall reorganization of my business helped keep me afloat during the last two years. Her advice was spot on and she was extremly responsive to all of my questions. I recommend Beth to all of my colleagues.

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Beth Kristin Rautiola's Lawyer Endorsements

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Lauren Mullee

Unknown lawyer | Jan 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Beth is an incredibly sharp, talented attorney. Not only is her intellect impressive, but she is also a very friendly, welcoming person. I have referred her firm both clients and personal friends alike, and endorse her services without hesitation."

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Nema Daghbandan

Business lawyer | Aug 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Demosthenis Zeppos

Mergers and acquisitions lawyer | Dec 26

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I represented a client that was purchasing a corporation from a client represented by Beth on a delicate business transaction that had both tax and interpersonal challenges that had to be overcome by our mutual clients. I found Beth to be a tough negotiator, but fair and knowledgeable in structuring the corporate transaction. From thereon, we have referred clients to each other for when we were conflicted out, and in each instance, her expertise and professionalism were exemplary. Even better was her ability to handle clients and communicate in an effective and straight-forward manner in each instance."

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Jason Cohn

Business lawyer | Oct 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly recommend Beth for business planning, M&A, and other business-related areas of law. She is extremely knowledgeable, has an excellent repuation in the legal community and truly cares about the best interests of her clients."

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Paula Clarkson

Business lawyer | Oct 16

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Beth is a fabulous business attorney. She brings practicality and knowledge to every business owner she works with. If you own a business, Beth can help you protect your assets, reduce taxes, grow your business, and help you prepare for a sale."

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Joseph Ostrowski

Business lawyer | Jan 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Rautiola exemplifies the professionalism, confidence, knowledge and skill to which we all aspire. Dedication and a love of the law means helping others solve problems. Our collective wisdom and desire to solve problems and counsel people is evident by participation in this forum. The combined experience of professionals activity participating in this forum represent some of the best in our profession. This Attorney’s experience, skill and knowledge demonstrates there is a desire to provide appropriate information as seen from our perspective. All attorneys want to provide the best information we can. Most telling is this Attorney provides valuable information concerning legal issues and also fulfills the counselor’s role the facts warrant. Collectively we provide multiple opinions, which provide an excellent starting point for those who inquire and tends to demystify the legal process for the uninitiated. I endorse and recommend this Attorney without hesitation."

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Joseph Ostrowski

Corporate and incorporation lawyer

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Helaine Ashton

Landlord or tenant lawyer

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Joseph Sclafani

Business lawyer

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James Jaggers

Mergers and acquisitions lawyer

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Anita Nyhuis

Estate planning lawyer

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Desmond Nakamoto

Workers compensation lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.2 (Superb)

Honors

2018

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2017

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2016

Super Lawyer, LA Magazine

2014

Rising Star - Top Young Lawyers, Super Lawyers Magazine

2013

Women in Business Nominee, Orange County Business Journal

2012

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2012

Client's Choice, Avvo

2011

Top Young Lawyer Rising Star, Southern California Super Lawyers

2010

Southern California Super Lawyer -Rising Star - Top Young Lawyer, Los Angeles Magazine

2010

Star Among Stars, Junior League of Orange County California

2009

Southern California Super Lawyer -Rising Star - Top Young Lawyer, Los Angeles Magazine

2008

Southern California Super Lawyer -Rising Star - Top Young Lawyer, Los Angeles Magazine

2004

Entrapreneur of the Year Corporate Nominee for NextWeb Inc., Earnst & Young

1998

Dean's List, University of the Pacific McGeorge School of Law

Work Experience

2013 - Present

Partner, Zeppos Rautiola LLP

2005 - 2013

Attorney, Brown & Streza

2000 - 2005

Corporate Counsel, Director of Acquisitions, NextWeb, Inc

1998 - 2000

Law Clerk / Attorney, Law Office of Robin C. Bevier

1997 - 1998

Law Clerk, The Diepenbrock Law Firm

1995 - 1996

Paralegal, Law Office of Kevin J. Sweeney

1994 - 1996

Intern and Director, Community Legal Information Center Chico, Ca

Associations

2012 - Present

ProVisors

Member/Executive Committee

2005 - Present

State Bar of California

Member - Business Law Section

2000 - Present

State Bar of California

Member

2016 - 2016

Goldman Saks 10KSB

Alumni

2012 - 2013

American Bar Association

Member

2012 - 2013

ProVisors

Host/ Member

2011 - 2013

JCC Merage Community Center

Member

2011 - 2012

Universtiy of California, Irvine School of Law

Mentor

2009 - 2012

National Association Of Women Business Owners

Member

2004 - 2011

Junior League

Active Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Major APA Transaction

Comprehensive negotiations and drafting for definitive terms and Employment Agreement for Seller

EDD Appeal Board - title confidential

Appeal reversed in favor of my client

Major Acquisition Transaction

Completed in 6 months for tax planning, negotiation of the LOI, all due diligence, document negotiation and document preparation

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Education

2016

Goldman Saks 10KSB

Certificate of Entrepreneurship

1999

McGeorge School Of Law University of the Pacific

JD - Juris Doctor

1996

California State University, Chico

BA

Speaking Engagements

2017

Eureka Fest April 2017

Moderator for Start Up Technology and Growth Panel

2016

10KSB

Business Growth

2015

FMC Financial Training Event

Buy-Sell Agreements for Business Partners

2013

Ameriprise Long Beach

Buy-Sell Agreement for Business Patners

2013

Allstate Regional Conference

Business Sales for the Insurance Business Owner

2012

Business Planning for the Family Business Owner

How to Avoid the 6 Biggest Business Mistakes

2011

Northwestern Mutual Training

Avoid the 6 Biggest Business Mistakes

2011

Lunch and Learn Buy Sell Agreements

2011

Lunch & Learn Transition Planning

2011

Evening Event at Brown & Streza How to Avoid the 6 most common Business Mistakes

2011

Evening education at Brown & Streza LLP

Avoid the Most Common Business Mistakes

2011

Entrepreneur and Family Business Services and Solutions

Buy Sell Agreements and Strategic Planning

2011

Citizens Business Bank Client Seminar

Business and Estate Planning Pitfalls

2011

Brown & Streza Training

Advisor Training regarding Wait and See Buy Sell Agreements

2010

Insurance Training Pomona

Buy Sell Agreements and Tax Structure for Insurance

2010

Insurance Training Pomona CA

Understanding Liability and Entity Choices

2010

Brown & Streza Presentations

Liability Protection for Home Employees

2010

Brown & Streza Business Strategy

Buy Sell Agreement for the Small Business Owner

Publications

2009

Wealth Counsel - Estate Planning for Professionals Re-Capitialize your Business Chapter Author - Textbook Co-Contributor

Languages

English

Activity

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