Samuel Joseph Mamola

Samuel Joseph Mamola

also known as Sam Mamola, ESQUIRE LAW GROUP - Estate Planning and Probate

5.0
Rating: 8.2

Licensed for 20 years

Estate planning Lawyer at Irvine, CA
Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Probate, Elder Law, Litigation

7700 Irvine Center Drive, Suite 800, Irvine, CA

About Samuel

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Estate Planning 55%

The Mamola Law Firm's primary practice area is in estate planning. The Mamola Law Firm creates customized estate plans to protect you and your family. Don't trust your family's future to online document services or part-time estate planning lawyers. Call us at (800) 440-5294 to schedule a FREE initial consultation.

22 years | 275 cases

55%
Probate 25%

The Mamola Law Firm is skilled at probating a decedent's estate (with or without a will), and can assist you in probate litigation matters.

22 years | 75 cases

25%
Elder Law 10%

At ESQUIRE LAW GROUP, we can assist you in all matters of elder law -- from elder abuse restraining orders to litigation to recover an elder's assets that were misappropriated. Call us today at (800) 440-5294 for a free consultation.

22 years | 25 cases

10%
Litigation 10%

Trust and Probate Litigation Civil and Business Litigation Elder Abuse Litigation Business Disputes Mediation and Arbitration General Tort Litigation

22 years | 25 cases

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 275-350 per hour

Contingency

20%-40%

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 20 years

State: California

Acquired: 2005

Active

No misconduct found

Location

MAMOLA LAW

7700 Irvine Center Drive, Suite 800, Irvine, CA, 92618

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500 N. State College Blvd., Suite 1100, Orange, CA

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18000 Studebaker, Suite 700, Cerritos, CA, 90703

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444 W. Ocean Blvd., Suite 800, Long Beach, CA, 90802-4529

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Samuel Joseph Mamola's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

6 Client Reviews

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Posted by James | November 1, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Only a 5 star experience

I am shocked by the vile and vindictive reviews of the last few posters. This is NOT my experience with Sam Mamola. He is a lawyer who makes house calls when you are unable to make it to his office. He is a lawyer who shows kindness and compassion when life is dealing you a bad hand. He is a lawyer... that will fight for you right now and worry about getting paid later. He is a lawyer with a strong sense of family, and he treated me as if I was a member of his. I can tell you he is a hood man and a good lawyer. If only there were more like him. The results he got for me in my case far exceeded my expectations, and I could not be happier. I highly recommend him for all of your legal needs.

Samuel Mamola

Replied last November 4, 2019

Jim, Thank you for your support and your endorsement. As you know, I do my best for each and every client, and since each case and its circumstances is different, so is the outcome. I am very pleased with the outcome of your matter. It is always a pleasure working with you.

Posted by Johnathan | July 20, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Excellent Service and Integrity

My wife and I consulted with Mr. Mamola on a matter involving my parent's trust and my inheritance. He initially scheduled us for an hour consultation, but that quickly turned into two hours with the volume of documents and issues we had to discuss. After considering our situation, Mr. Mamola sug...gested that instead of initiating a lawsuit, we retain him, have him contact my family member who was the other side of the dispute, and seek a resolution. We did just that. While we could not agree initially, Mr. Mamola got our matter before a retired judge at a place here in Orange County called JAMS. The judge was extremely knowledgeable in inheritance cases and was able to, with Mr. Mamola's help, get all of the family to a common ground where we agreed to settle our differences. No litigation, no court costs, and the entire matter was settled in under six months! And at a small fraction of what a lawsuit would have cost. Upon receiving my inheritance, I contracted Mr. Mamola to draft my family's estate paperwork. I had no idea how much was involved, and how many decisions we had to make. But again, he got us through the process at a fair price, and completed everything he said he would do on time! I have nothing but good things to say about this lawyer. My family and I now consider him a friend. We couldn't be more satisfied with our results!

Samuel Mamola

Replied last November 4, 2019

Thank you, John. It's was a joy working to help your family.

Posted by Jackie V. | April 7, 2015

Great results!

Sam Mamola is the "best of the best" and I say that from personal experience. The "Prenuptial Agreement" and "Trust" he created for me prior to my marriage proved impenetrable by my husband's divorce attorney who made every attempt to break it. His legal advice also helped me to save my home during m...y divorce. Mr. Mamola also created a very thorough and high-quality "Will and Trust" for a widowed member of my family. His advice was from the heart, always true and brilliant. Count yourself lucky to know him. I highly recommend the Mamola Law Firm!

Posted by anonymous | November 29, 2008

An excellent lawyer.

Mr. Mamola was nothing short of excellent. He assisted me with the formation of a corporation to provide asset protection for myself and my family, in the event of legal action against the business. Low and behold, a short year later, my company was the subject of a frivolous lawsuit. Mr. Mamola... assured me (correctly) that my family and I were safe from having our personal assets seized as a result. Thereafter, he developed an aggressive strategy of defending my company against the action. I must say that he was thorough and complete, and after a lengthy negotiation period with the opposing lawyer, Mr. Mamola was able to settle this case on my behalf for substantially less that the legal fees required to continue the fight -- not to mention the risk that always exists when you go to trial. I can safely say that my family, my business, and myself have a lawyer for life in Mr. Sam Mamola. Our heartfelt thanks. The R.P.M. Family

Posted by anonymous | June 9, 2008

To the point results driven

Mr. Mamola has proven to be professional individual. He is very responsive and knowledgeable when it comes to resolving my issues. He has demonstrated de willingness to work with me and explain each detail. He will go out of his way to give me the best possible level of service. I highly recommend ...him for any of your legal needs.

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Samuel Joseph Mamola's Lawyer Endorsements

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Sandy Roxas

Estate planning lawyer | Nov 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Sam Mamola is an excellent Estate Planning Attorney. I have refered several clients to him who have all been very satisfied with his services. Mr. Mamola provides great customer service and promptly returns phone calls. He also handles Probate and Trust Administration. I highly recommend Mr. Mamola for all your Estate Planning needs!"

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Nema Daghbandan

Litigation lawyer | Aug 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Christina Geraci

Estate planning lawyer | Dec 26

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Sam Mamola is very knowledgeable in his field and dedicated to his practice. He is professional, courteous, and a pleasure to work with."

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Derik Lewis

Estate planning lawyer | Aug 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Sam Mamola is an intelligent, knowledgeable and hardworking attorney who has combined his real-world business experience with his legal skill and acumen. This is stellar combination and I highly recommended Sam for your business litigation or advanced estate planning needs."

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Jefferey Lurner

Probate lawyer | Aug 18

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Sam Mamola is a hardworking, conscientious attorney who has harnessed internet and computer technology giving him a leading edge over his colleagues in his field"

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Lu Ann Trevino

Estate planning lawyer | Dec 07

Relationship: Other

"Mr. Mamola came to the law after a successful career in business. While legal experience is important in estate planning, having an attorney with real life experience is also very useful to clients because they are more than just their assets. Mr. Mamola has both life and legal experience."

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James Lindsay

Real estate lawyer | Dec 01

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Sam Mamola was an effective adversary in a complicated real estate case. He made every effort to settle the case, but was obviously willing to go to trial. His ability to prepare for trial while at the same time negotiating settlement was effective and beneficial for all parties. I look forward to working with him again in the future."

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Paul Deloughery

Probate lawyer | Nov 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Whenever I have an issue involving estate planning or probate in Southern California, I refer the clients to Mr. Mamola. His background as a former business owner gives him an edge when dealing with estates that own businesses."

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Experience

Rating:  8.2 (Excellent)

Honors

2009

Selected as Advisory Board Member, Alona Cortese Elder Law Center

2007

Honored for Pro Bono Svcs to our Military-Yellow Ribbon America, President George W. Bush - at THE WHITE HOUSE

2003

Award of Recognition - President, Student Bar Assn., Chapman University SOL

2003

Finalist - SBA President of the Year, American Bar Association

2002

Certificate of Recognition - Office of the Law School Advocate, Chapman University SOL

2002

Certificate of Recognition - Member, Student Bar Assn., Chapman University SOL

2000

Recipient, Law School Academic Scholarship, Chapman University SOL

Work Experience

2007 - Present

Attorney and Counselor at Law, THE MAMOLA LAW FIRM

1987 - Present

Salesperson or Broker, Real Estate

2005 - 2007

Founding Partner, Huettl, Mamola & Associates, LLP

2002 - 2002

Certified Law Clerk, Orange County District Attorney

1995 - 1999

President and CEO, Sunset Beach Brewing Company, Inc.

Associations

2010 - Present

United States Supreme Court Bar

Member

2009 - Present

Alona Cortese Elder Law Center at Chapman University School of Law

Advisory Board Member

2005 - Present

State Bar of California

Member

2005 - Present

State Bar of California, Trusts and Estates Section

Member

2005 - Present

Orange County Bar Association

Member

2005 - Present

American Association for Justice

Member

2004 - Present

WealthCounsel

Member

2003 - Present

Chapman University School of Law Alumni Association

Member

2002 - Present

Warren J. Ferguson American Inn of Court

Member

2002 - Present

Phi Delta Phi Legal Fraternity, Stanley Mosk Inn

Charter Member

2000 - Present

Pepperdine University Alumni Association

Member

1983 - Present

Crespi Carmelite High School Alumni Association

Member

2005 - 2007

Long Beach Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Guardianship of G.M.G

Guardianship granted.

In re T Trust

Settled day of trial (see above)

M v. F.

P's claims dismissed in less than 1 hr. at trial

In re Estate of A

Estate probated successfully in under 12 months

J.A. v. A.A.

Trial: Judgment against Defendant

E.A. v. T.A.C.

Settled in Mediation, Gross Recovery $650,000.00

W and M v. Smith, et. al

Received Insurance Limits from Driver-case ongoing

In RE: Conservatorship of the Person and Estate of G.A.

Conservatorship of the Person and Estate Granted

In RE: Conservatorship of W.L.R.

Conservatorship of the Person Granted

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Education

2003

Chapman University School of Law

Juris Doctor

1999

Pepperdine University

Bachelor of Science

1986

Los Angeles Pierce College

1983

Crespi Carmelite High School

Diploma

Speaking Engagements

2015

STC Forum - Mission Viejo Estate Planning for Orange County Families

2015

CCH Charitable Giving Campaign

Planned Giving

2008

Estate Planning for Young Families Estate Planning for Young Families

Publications

Languages

Spanish

Activity

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