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
In addition to experience handling cases involving product design and manufacturing defect cases, I have participated in large pharmaceutical mass tort cases.
35 years
I have litigated personal injury cases, including car accidents, premises liability, dog bite and general negligence cases since 1985.
35 years
Languages spoken
English
| State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| CA | Active | 1985 | 05/10/2021 |
| Legal answers | 5 |
| Legal guides | 0 |
| Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
|---|---|---|
| AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2015 |
| AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2014 |
| AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2013 |
| AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2012 |
| AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2011 |
| AV Preeminent Rating | Martindale-Hubbell | 2010 |
|---|---|---|
| AV Preeminent Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2009 |
| AV Rating | Martindale-Hubbell | 2008 |
| AV Rating | Martindale-Hubbell | 2007 |
| Av Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2006 |
| AV Rating | Martindale-Hubbell | 2005 |
| AV Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2004 |
| AV Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2003 |
| AV Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2002 |
| AV Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2001 |
| AV Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2000 |
| AV Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 1999 |
| Title | Company name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Partner | Nokes & Nokes | 1998 - Present |
| Partner | Lopez & Hodes | 1990 - 1998 |
| Partner | Barth, Lopez & Hodes | 1988 - 1990 |
| Associate | Barth & Lopez | 1985 - 1987 |
| Association name | Position name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Aliso Viejo Chamber of Commerce | Board Member | 2012 - Present |
| Aliso Viejo Chamber of Commerce | Chair, Education Committee | 2012 - Present |
| Consumer Attorneys of California | Member | 1986 - Present |
| State Bar of California | Member | 1985 - Present |
| Phi Beta Kappa | Member | 1982 - Present |
| Phi Kappa Phi honor society | Member | 1982 - Present |
|---|---|---|
| Association of Trial Lawyers of America | Member | N/A |
| Orange County Trial Lawyers Association | Member | N/A |
| Aliso Viejo Chamber of Commerce | President-Elect | 2015 - 2015 |
| South Orange County Regional Chambers of Commerce | Ambassador | 2009 - 2010 |
| Publication name | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Primary Care: Clinics in Office Practice | Medical-Legal Issues Regarding Patients With Low Back Pain | 2012 |
| Personal Injury Blog on Lawyers.com | WHY YOU SHOULD CARRY MEDICAL PAYMENT COVERAGE ON YOUR AUTO INSURANCE POLICY | 2011 |
| School name | Degree | Graduated |
|---|---|---|
| McGeorge School of Law, University of the Pacific | JD - Juris Doctor | 1985 |
| University of Utah | BA - Bachelor of Arts, Magna Cum Laude | 1982 |
| Conference name | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| 14th International Conference on Integrated Care, 2-4 April, 2014, Brussels | Integrated Care, Physicians, Mental Health and Attorneys; Multi-Disciplinary Care in a Legal World | 2014 |
| AVCC 2013 Education Breakfast #1 | Risk Management, Protecting Your Assets, Reputation and Karma in a Dangerous World | 2013 |
| Collaborative Family Healthcare Association 14th Annual Conference | Integrated Care, Physicians, Healthcare Execs, and Attorneys | 2012 |
| CTLA Breast Implant Litigation Conference | Defendant Identification and Jurisdiction Issues | 1995 |
| Case name | Outcome |
|---|---|
| Doe v. Makita/Zingali | $3 million verdict |
| Anguiano v. Maugrum-Walsh | $143,501.27 judgment |
| Doe minor v. Villalba | Settlement: $658,652.00 in net payouts to client |
| Webb v. Baldwin | $880,000.00 settlement (minimum payout) |
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Dmitriy Cherepinskiy, Medical malpractice 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, Personal injury Attorney on Jan 22, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
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, Personal injury 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, Personal injury 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, Medical malpractice 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.