► Determined, persistent, confident, and passionate attorney committed to going above and beyond to meet the needs of my clients, bringing preparation, focus, and intensity to every deposition, hearing, and case I on which I work.
► I knew I wanted to be a lawyer ever since I was five years old, tagging along with my father to jury trials, depositions, and other legal events. I loved experiencing first-hand the competitive world successful lawyers thrive in on a day-to-day basis.
► My background and life-long exposure to the legal profession give me a unique perspective into the hard work and attention to detail it takes to be a successful attorney and I look forward to a long and fulfilling career contributing to the success of my clients and my firm.
Practice areas
Estate and Trust Litigation
Languages spoken
English
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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CA | Active | 2019 | 02/07/2022 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Rising Star | Super Lawyers | 2022 |
Rising Star | Super Lawyers | 2021 |
Avvo Clients' Choice Award | Avvo | 2021 |
Avvo Clients' Choice Award | Avvo | 2020 |
Certificate of Public Service | Western State College of Law | 2018 |
Salutatorian | Western State College of Law | 2018 |
Susan/William Shapiro Law Scholarship for Achievement/Leadership | William Shapiro, Esq. | 2016 |
Great Debate Public Speaker | Chico City Council | 2013 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Attorney | Hess-Verdon & Associates | 2021 - Present |
Attorney | Gates, Gonter, Guy, Proudfoot, & Muench, LLP | 2019 - 2021 |
3L Associate | Gates, O'doherty, Gonter & Guy, LLP | 2018 - 2019 |
Corporate Legal Intern | Niagara Bottling, LLC | 2017 - 2017 |
Law Clerk | Palumbo Bergstrom, LLP | 2016 - 2016 |
Law Clerk | Day, Day, & Brown, LLP | 2016 - 2017 |
Accountant | Palumbo Bergstrom, LLP | 2015 - 2015 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Tony Robbin's Business Training Course | Member | 2021 - Present |
Association of Southern California Defense Counsel | Member | 2019 - Present |
Association of Tort and Trial Lawyers (Orange County chapter) | Member | 2019 - Present |
Young Lawyers Division (Orange County chapter) | Member | 2019 - Present |
Orange County Bar Association | Member | 2016 - Present |
Western State Law Review | Marketing Editor | 2018 - 2019 |
Business Law Association - Western State College of Law | President | 2017 - 2018 |
Moot Court - Western State College of Law | Student Competitor | 2017 - 2019 |
Sigma Pi Fraternity | Member | 2013 - 2015 |
Mens Collegiate Lacrosse Association | Athlete | 2011 - 2012 |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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AVVO Legal Guides | Obtaining a Default Judgment | 2020 |
AVVO Legal Guides | Tips for Filing a Complaint in California | 2020 |
AVVO Legal Guides | Obtaining the Entry of Default | 2020 |
AVVO Legal Guides | Tips for Drafting an Answer | 2019 |
AVVO Legal Guides | Should a Demurrer be filed as a Responsive Pleading? | 2019 |
AVVO Legal Guides | Motion for Judgment on the Pleadings | 2019 |
Should You Use An LLC To Conduct Business? | 2019 | |
Should You Use A Corporation To Conduct Business? | 2019 | |
LinkedIn and Avvo | Consider Whether to Take a Case | 2019 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Tony Robbin's Business Training (Year Long Course) | 2021 | |
Western State College of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 2018 |
California State University, Chico | BS - Bachelor of Science in Business/Finance | 2015 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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ABA National Moot Court Competition | ADA Regulations | 2018 |
Western State College of Law Advanced Appellate Advocacy | Oral Arguments | 2017 |
The Great Debate | Modern Over-Prescription of Medication | 2014 |
Case name | Outcome |
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Defamation Claim | Settled - $0 |
30-2019-01068806-CU-PA-CJC | Settled - 3/4 Less Than Plaintiff's Initial Demand |
Litigation over Sale of $2,200,000 Property Contract | Preliminary Injunction Denied |
Landlord/Tenant Dispute | Settled - Landlord Retained First Month's Rent |
Personal Injury - Defense | Dismissed with Prejudice |
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Michael Royer, Unknown Attorney on Jan 6, 2022
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Blaine and I have known each other and worked together since 2016. Blaine has always shown a high level of legal ability and strong work ethic. We regularly discuss and collaborate on different cases where I am able to see his ability as a lawyer and I highly endorse him as an attorney.
Cheyanna Jaffke, Wills and living wills Attorney on Sep 7, 2021
Relationship: Supervised lawyer
Blaine was one of my law students. He demonstrated exceptional intelligence and integrity. I was so impressed with Blaine that I hired him as a research assistant. I proudly endorse Blaine.
Michael Royer, Unknown Attorney on Jan 6, 2022
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Blaine and I have known each other and worked together since 2016. Blaine has always shown a high level of legal ability and strong work ethic. We regularly discuss and collaborate on different cases where I am able to see his ability as a lawyer and I highly endorse him as an attorney.
Cheyanna Jaffke, Wills and living wills Attorney on Sep 7, 2021
Relationship: Supervised lawyer
Blaine was one of my law students. He demonstrated exceptional intelligence and integrity. I was so impressed with Blaine that I hired him as a research assistant. I proudly endorse Blaine.
Canon Thomas, Trusts Attorney on Jul 21, 2021
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer for trust litigation and business litigation.
Dallas Norton, Litigation Attorney on Jul 1, 2020
Relationship: Other
I don't know Blaine but find his responses to questions to be well thought out. You should not hesitate to contact Mr. Brown if you have any legal questions.
Michael Doland, Real estate Attorney on May 12, 2020
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Although he is relatively new to Avvo, it is immediately obvious that the answers of Mr. Brown are accurate, analytic, and customized to the needs of the Avvo askers. These are exactly the qualities that every client would look for when hiring an attorney.
Ryan Schley, Litigation Attorney on Apr 7, 2020
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Blaine is a consummate professional. He is very knowledgeable in all aspects of civil litigation and is very responsive to the needs and concerns of his clients. I whole heartily endorse Blaine Brown for any and all civil litigation matters.
Michael Harrigan, Litigation Attorney on Feb 28, 2020
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Blaine is an excellent attorney who tirelessly prepares to perfectly execute each critical stage of the case, giving his clients the comfort that he has done everything possible to make the case succeed. I endorse this lawyer.
Shawn Sasooness, Insurance Attorney on Jan 22, 2020
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Blaine is a very competent and bright young attorney. My office has collaborated with him on several occasions and he is a pleasure to work with.
Tyler Kring, Business Attorney on Nov 4, 2019
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Blaine is a phenomenal young attorney in the Orange County area. Highly recommend.
Jamal Mahmood, Insurance Attorney on Jul 4, 2019
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I’ve known blaine for years both as a classmate and a fellow attorney. During that time he has always shown himself to be of high character. He is a hard worker and a great advocate. I endorse him as a lawyer and recommend his services whenever the opportunity presents itself.
Gregory Brown, Litigation Attorney on Jul 2, 2019
Relationship: Family member
Blaine is a very hard working, diligent and committed attorney. I endorse Blaine without any reservation.
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