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Jeff Hoang Pham
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Biography
Jeff Pham has devoted his career to counseling businesses and providing them with the legal expertise required to realize their goals.
Mr. Pham began his career as corporate counsel to CoreLogic, Inc. (NYSE: CLGX), the world’s largest provider of real estate data and analytics. During his tenure, Mr. Pham advised the company on a broad array of legal matters—from routine business transactions, to trade secret enforcement, to international corporate acquisitions.
Mr. Pham founded Founders First Law, APC in 2025. His practice now focuses on the full range of business law matters that companies encounter most frequently in their operations, including business entity formations, commercial real estate leases, employment agreements, vendor contracts, mergers and acquisitions, asset sales and purchases, and intellectual property licenses. He prides himself on delivering insightful, practical, and cost-effective legal solutions on behalf of his clients, and takes a personal interest in their success.
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Business
70%
19 years
Corporate and Incorporation
15%
19 years
Limited Liability Company (LLC)
15%
19 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Retainer
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in California for 19 years
State: California
Acquired: 2006
No misconduct found
Location
Founders First Law, APC
555 Anton Blvd., Suite 150, Costa Mesa, CA, 92626
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Jeff Hoang Pham's Reviews
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Posted by Jodi | April 21, 2015
Highly recommended!
Jeff Pham helped me through a very difficult situation with compassion and a strategic plan to get the results we were after. His follow through and responsiveness was excellent. It was a pleasure working side by side with him.
Posted by Jeff B | February 25, 2015
Excellent Business Attorney
My business is a internet startup and I retained Jeff Pham to handle the legal work. I needed help with creating a User agreement and privacy policy pertaining to the nature of my business. Jeff also consulted me on my corporation and answered questions in regards to this. Jeff was amazing. He d...
Posted by anonymous | April 29, 2013
Recommend without hesitation
Jeff worked to successfully resolve a contract dispute that I had with a former employer. From our initial meeting and throughout the case, Jeff displayed a high level of competence, integrity and the drive to resolve the case in my favor. He was patient with me, meticulous in everything he did and...
Jeff Hoang Pham's Lawyer Endorsements
"I have worked with and collaborated with Jeff on numerous matters over the last year. He is a great attorney, really cares about getting the best result for his clients, and isn't afraid to go to bat for them in difficult matters. I will continue to work with Jeff, and strongly endorse him as a lawyer!"
"I endorse this lawyer."
"As with all attorneys, you should find someone who is an expert in one or two fields, not a jack of all trades. Jeff's focus on business and corporate formations allows him to be an expert in the field and help his clients with each of these sophisticated and intricate areas of the law."
"I endorse this lawyer. A highly skilled and respected lawyer in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer. An outstanding and well respected attorney in the legal community. I would recommend him wholeheartedly to anyone needing legal representation."
"I endorse this lawyer.Jeff Hoang Pham provides information that the individuals making inquiries can understand and seriously contributes to that individual’s ability to comply with the law and move forward with their lawsuit. Individuals in the Irvine area should not hesitate to look to him for business advice. ________"
"Mr. Pham gives sound, thoughtful, and practical legal advice. After reading scores of his responses to Avvo questions, I have a high level of confidence in his abilities and would refer clients to him without hesitation. His experience and results speak for themselves."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Pham has provided excellent answers in response to Avvo.com community uses. He obviously knows what he is doing."
"I endorse Mr. Pham. His Avvo answers showcase his deep understanding of California procedure and business law. Avvo users and potential clients in the Irvine area are fortunate Mr. Pham's practicing law."
"With several endorsements from fellow attorneys, Mr Pham's Avvo profile is impressive. I would encourage those with business related issues in the state of California to contact Jeff Pham to take advantage of his expertise and see how he can be of help."
"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
"Although new to Avvo, the answers of Mr. Pham reflect a great deal of experience. His answers are accurate, analytic and customized to the needs of the Avvo asker. These are exactly the qualities that every client would be looking for when hiring an attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Jeff for many years, and he is one of the best legal drafters that I know. If ever I needed a document drafted for me, Jeff is the person I would call. I give Jeff my highest endorsement!"
"I endorse this lawyer. Jeff is dedicated to his profession and his clients. He is an invaluable resource when it comes to technical and practical legal advice."
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Experience
Honors
2019
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2018
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2017
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2013
Top Contributor - Business, Avvo
2005
Articles Editor, Loyola Law Review
2005
Member, St. Thomas More Law Honors Society
2002
Member, Phi Beta Kappa
2002
Member, Golden Key International Honours Society
2002
Chancellor's Honors List, Univ of California Riverside
Work Experience
2025 - Present
Shareholder, Founders First Law, APC
2013 - 2025
Shareholder, Adams & Pham APC
2009 - 2013
Principal, Pham Law Group
2006 - 2009
Corporate Counsel, CoreLogic (NYSE: CLGX)
2005 - 2005
Judicial Extern, US District Court, Central District Honorable David O. Carter
Associations
2016 - Present
Orange County Bar Association, Small Firm SectionMember
2015 - Present
United States District Court for the Central District of CaliforniaAdmitted to Practice
2011 - Present
Orange County Bar Association, Business and Corporate Law SectionMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Health & Beauty Supply Wholesaler v. Supplier
Obtained judgment & award of attorneys' fees in breach of contract action
Education
2005
Loyola Law School
Juris Doctor
2002
Univ of California Riverside
B.A., with Honors
Speaking Engagements
2015
Seminar
Distinguishing Employees v. Contractors
2014
Seminar
Business Entity Formation & Asset Protection
Publications
2016
Adams & Pham Law Blog
Why Hire a Lawyer to Form a Corporation or LLC?
2016
Adams & Pham Law Blog
What's a Shareholder Agreement, and Why Have One?
2016
Adams & Pham Law Blog
How Many Shares Should a Corporation Authorize and Issue?
2016
Adams & Pham Law Blog
How to Increase Authorized Shares
2016
Adams & Pham Law Blog
Two Reasons California Businesses Shouldn’t Incorporate in Nevada
2015
Adams & Pham Law Blog
Four Good Reasons to Incorporate Your Business
2005
Loyola Law Review
Does Mother Still Know Best?: In re Marriage of Harris and its Impact on the Rights of Custodial Parents
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
Who can sign as incorporator on California form ARTS-GS?
05 Feb 2014
Q&A
Can I go back to court without an attorney?
01 Apr 2013
Q&A
Can I submit a motion to strike demurrer if defendants filed the demurrer after their expiration date?
22 Mar 2013