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Beau James Nokes

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  • Aliso Viejo, CA
  • Licensed for 34 years
Beau James Nokes
Beau James Nokes
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About Beau

Experienced. Caring. Tough.

I have been in practice exclusively in the area of personal injury law since 1985. Since that time, I have litigated hundreds of cases involving product liability, automobile accidents, premises liability, medical malpractice, dog bites and general negligence. I have earned and maintained an AV preeminent rating from Martindale Hubbell. This is the highest rating available.  I am also a member of the American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA.)

 

Practice areas

OtherPersonal injuryDefective and dangerous productsAnimal and dog bitesCar accident
  1. Car accident: 50%

  2. Animal and dog bites: 15%

  3. Defective and dangerous products: 10%

    In addition to experience handling cases involving product design and manufacturing defect cases, I have participated in large pharmaceutical mass tort cases.

    34 years

  4. Personal injury: 10%

    I have litigated personal injury cases, including car accidents, premises liability, dog bite and general negligence cases since 1985.

    34 years

  1. Motorcycle accident: 5%

  2. Wrongful death: 5%

  3. Trucking accident: 3%

  4. Spinal cord injury: 1%

  5. Brain injury: 1%

Languages spoken

English

Contact

120 Vantis, Suite 520
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Nokes & Nokes, A Law Corporation

120 Vantis, Suite 520
Aliso Viejo, CA, 92656

Office (949) 716-7200

Website

http://www.nokeslaw.com/

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License
StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
CAActive198507/27/2020
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
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Awards
Award nameGrantorDate granted
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review RatedMartindale-Hubbell2015
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review RatedMartindale-Hubbell2014
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review RatedMartindale-Hubbell2013
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review RatedMartindale-Hubbell2012
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review RatedMartindale-Hubbell2011
AV Preeminent RatingMartindale-Hubbell2010
AV Preeminent RatedMartindale-Hubbell2009
AV RatingMartindale-Hubbell2008
AV RatingMartindale-Hubbell2007
Av RatedMartindale-Hubbell2006
AV RatingMartindale-Hubbell2005
AV RatedMartindale-Hubbell2004
AV RatedMartindale-Hubbell2003
AV RatedMartindale-Hubbell2002
AV RatedMartindale-Hubbell2001
AV RatedMartindale-Hubbell2000
AV RatedMartindale-Hubbell1999
Work Experience
TitleCompany nameDuration
PartnerNokes & Nokes1998 - Present
PartnerLopez & Hodes1990 - 1998
PartnerBarth, Lopez & Hodes1988 - 1990
AssociateBarth & Lopez1985 - 1987
Associations
Association namePosition nameDuration
Aliso Viejo Chamber of CommerceBoard Member2012 - Present
Aliso Viejo Chamber of CommerceChair, Education Committee2012 - Present
Consumer Attorneys of CaliforniaMember1986 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaMember1985 - Present
Phi Beta KappaMember1982 - Present
Phi Kappa Phi honor societyMember1982 - Present
Association of Trial Lawyers of AmericaMemberN/A
Orange County Trial Lawyers AssociationMemberN/A
Aliso Viejo Chamber of CommercePresident-Elect2015 - 2015
South Orange County Regional Chambers of CommerceAmbassador2009 - 2010
Publications
Publication nameTitleDate
Primary Care: Clinics in Office PracticeMedical-Legal Issues Regarding Patients With Low Back Pain2012
Personal Injury Blog on Lawyers.comWHY YOU SHOULD CARRY MEDICAL PAYMENT COVERAGE ON YOUR AUTO INSURANCE POLICY2011
Education
School nameDegreeGraduated
McGeorge School of Law, University of the PacificJD - Juris Doctor1985
University of UtahBA - Bachelor of Arts, Magna Cum Laude1982
Speaking Engagements
Conference nameTitleDate
14th International Conference on Integrated Care, 2-4 April, 2014, BrusselsIntegrated Care, Physicians, Mental Health and Attorneys; Multi-Disciplinary Care in a Legal World2014
AVCC 2013 Education Breakfast #1Risk Management, Protecting Your Assets, Reputation and Karma in a Dangerous World2013
Collaborative Family Healthcare Association 14th Annual ConferenceIntegrated Care, Physicians, Healthcare Execs, and Attorneys2012
CTLA Breast Implant Litigation ConferenceDefendant Identification and Jurisdiction Issues1995
Legal cases
Case nameOutcome
Doe v. Makita/Zingali$3 million verdict
Anguiano v. Maugrum-Walsh$143,501.27 judgment
Doe minor v. VillalbaSettlement: $658,652.00 in net payouts to client
Webb v. Baldwin$880,000.00 settlement (minimum payout)

Reviews

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Excellent Attorney

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Beau handled my case extremely professionally. He made a difficult situation very easy to cope with. Not to mention he is a very nice person who truly cares about his clients! I highly recommend his firm!
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Hired attorney

Really good lawyer

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I used him on case where other lawyers did not bother to take it was excellent results I would definitely recommend him
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Hired attorney

Thank You

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I have been a client of Beau Nokes since 2004 to present . I found Mr. Nokes firm to have experienced knowledge in personal injury cases. Beau Nokes handled my case in a timely manner always informing me of the status and trying my case individually. He has shown great professional knowledge and sincere honesty with great integrity . I would like to highly recommend Mr.Nokes firm to all my family and friends. A special Thank you to them for caring and going beyond my expectations. Sincerely Mr &Mrs Derik

Great Result by a Great Lawyer on my Auto Accident Case

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Beau Nokes represented me in an auto accident case. I was hit by a lady who was speeding and ran a red light. I was in a lot of pain and did not know who to turn to. He helped me a lot. He got me a replacement car through my insurance company as my car was totalled, got me to a good doctor who got me on physical therapy right away and eased my mind. I had a good physical recovery and he got me a great negotiated settlement. He was tough on the other side but great to me. He went above and beyond. He is a super nice guy and I felt that he really cared about me. He's not just out to turn a buck on someone's misfortune. He gives laywers a good name. I recommend him highly!

The most trustworthy attorney I have ever worked with

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Mr Nokes, and indeed his entire firm, are beyond professional. His attention to detail and communication with me has insured my issues never "fell through the cracks". If an issue came up with the opposing attorney, or he simply discovered new information regarding my case, he was immediately in contact with me. He is always available for an informed and knowledgeable bit of advice, or simply a kind and supportive word in the midst of my legal troubles. I highly recommend this excellent lawyer.

Attorney endorsements

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Dmitriy Cherepinskiy, Wrongful death Attorney on Apr 29, 2015
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Nokes prosecuted a medical malpractice case against my client. He is extremely ethical and hard working, and he has a deep understanding of both law and medicine. Any client would be lucky to be represented by Mr. Nokes !!!

George Straggas

I endorse this lawyer. Beau is my "go to" attorney for personal injury matters. All of the clients I have referred have been very satisfied with his work and results. They have also praised the level of respect Beau has shown them as clients.

Henry S. Hilles, III, DUI and DWI Attorney on Apr 30, 2014
Relationship: Other

I endorse this lawyer.

Shari Nokes, Personal injury Attorney on Feb 25, 2013
Relationship: Family member

Beau Nokes is extremely bright, knowledgeable and "quick on his feet". He has a large following of dedicated clients because is effective and caring. I'm very proud to have him as my partner.

Mark Caruso, Car accident Attorney on Jan 3, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Nokes is a fine lawyer with extensive experience in trial law and with wide knowledge about the local area and legal environment. He is responsive to his clients and their needs are his preeminent concern.

Brian Soo-Hoo, Chapter 7 bankruptcy Attorney on Apr 11, 2011
Relationship: Worked together on matter

Beau Nokes is an exceptionally talented attorney with vast knowledge and experience in personal injury and medical malpractice litigation. I tried a medical malpractice case with Beau and his command of the law in this area and litigation skills made him an invaluable asset to the client’s case. I have referred and will continue to refer my personal injury and medical malpractice clients to Beau for top notch expertise and service.

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