Michael Howard Gazin

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Michael Howard Gazin

4.3
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 51 years

Family Lawyer at Newport Beach, CA
Practice Areas: Family

24 Corporate Plaza Dr 2nd Fl, Newport Beach, CA

About Michael

Biography

Practice Areas

1

Practice Area

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Fees and Rates

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Awards

AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating
Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2014

Licenses

Licensed in California for 51 years

State: California

Acquired: 1974

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Phillips Whisnant Gazin Gorczyca &Curtin

24 Corporate Plaza Dr 2nd Fl, Newport Beach, CA, 92660

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Phillips Whisnant Gazin Gorczyca & Curtin, LLP

2 Park Plaza, Suite 700, Irvine, CA, 92614

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Michael Howard Gazin's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.3 /5.0

6 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | August 27, 2014

Candid advice and calming demeanor

Mike was referred to me by 3 other lawyers who have worked with him. He is competent without question. Most important to me is that he remained calm and confident throughout the process. Even though I would be rattled by events, he was able to put me at ease and reduce the anxiety of the process. ... He was very efficient with the time and highly responsive (he always responded to my inquiries, even after hours, within a couple of hours). He is very candid about my situation and set my expectations well for what points I could win or lose. I was very fortunate to resolve my case in 7 months. Throughout the process, Mike was open to my ideas on strategies to reach agreement while remaining firm in his recommendations about approaches he thought would do me a disservice. Overall, I felt I concluded my case swiftly and with a most fair deal.

Posted by anonymous | August 25, 2014

Repeat customer endorsement

Michael's high level of integrity was reflected by his efficient and thorough approach to my cases. In every case, I had spent less on attorney fees than the other parties whose hourly attorney fees were lower! His experience and judgement take the nonsense out of legal disputes.

Posted by Arthur | August 20, 2014

One of the best in Orange County

Mr. Gazin represented me on several difficult and contentious cases within a 2 year period against the same plaintiff. Making the long story short, I (and my very young daughter) had positive outcomes for a domestic violence, child custody, and a move away trial. All three were separate suits at di...fferent times and for two of those suits included an associate attorney who worked under Mr. Gazin. I had consulted many people and attorneys in Family Law as a result of my ordeal at the time, and consistently Mr. Gazin was highly regarded by his peers and associates. And everyone knew him. I found him to be very experienced, knowledgable, ethical, accurate, and very responsive. My impression of Mr. Gazin at his best was at the Courthouse. Though the other party switched attorneys three times through the initial process, Mr. Gazin was confident, aggressive, and respected in all cases at all times -- in the cafeteria where everyone was trying to work an agreement out, and also (unfortunately) in the courtroom in a trial taking most of the day. My daughter and I highly recommend this attorney.

Posted by John | July 3, 2014

During the most difficult times, you need to surround yourself with skilled, honest and high integrity advisors

Divorce and the associated child custody matters are highly stressful and filled with emotion. I am so very thankful for Mike and his entire team and the wonderful support and guidance he personally provided me throughout this emotional process. At the most difficult time in my life with many other ...negative things happening around me, he successfully kept me focused and grounded as he worked towards the best possible outcome for my children and me. Mike understood how important my children were to me and he helped me work through all the challenges associated with custody while helping me also stay focused on what was ultimately in the best interest of the children. I highly recommend Mike.

Posted by Brian | February 5, 2014

At a time when you need help clarity, understanding and decisive action

Child custody and divorce is a emotional time... Mike kept it calm and understood. His personal communication and expertise brought the appropriate outcome to my divorce and the lives of my 3 children. I recommend him strongly

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Michael Howard Gazin's Lawyer Endorsements

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Walter McKeague

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jun 30

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Waddington

Family lawyer | Jun 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Michael. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Laurence Kutinsky

Family lawyer | Jan 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have observed Mr. Gazin in court and have had cases against him for many years. He possesses a superior knowledge of family law and effectively advocates the best interests of his clients at all times. Mr. Gazin is an excellent lawyer with an outstanding reputation in the legal community."

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Robert Pederzani

Family lawyer | Jan 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Ariel Tello

Family lawyer | Jan 17

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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John Cannon

Family lawyer | Jan 17

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Michael Gazin is an excellent Family Law attorney. Mr. Gazin is a professional who advocates for his client while maintaining an eye towards settlement. I definitely recommend Mr. Gazin!"

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Gerald Phillips

Family lawyer

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Robert Pederzani

Family lawyer

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John Cannon

Family lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2018

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2017

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2016

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2015

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2014

Super Lawyers, Thomson Reuters

2014

Best Lawyers, U.S. News and World Report

2014

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2013

Super Lawyers, Thomson Reuters

2013

Best Lawyers, U.S. and World Report

2013

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2012

Super Lawyers, Thomson Reuters

2012

Best Lawyers, U.S. News and World Report

2012

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2011

Super Lawyers, Thomson Reuters

2011

Best Lawyers, U.S News and World Report

2010

Best Lawyers, U.S News and World Report

2010

Super Lawyers, Thomson Reuters

2009

Best Lawyers, U.S News and World Report

2008

Best Lawyers, U.S News and World Report

2007

Best Lawyers, U.S News and World Report

2006

Best Lawyers, U.S News and World Report

N/A

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

2006 - Present

Attorney - Partner, Phillips, Whisnant, Gazin, Gorczyca & Curtin, LLP

1900 - Present

Partner, Phillips Whisnant Gazin Gorczyca & Curtin, LLP

1986 - 2006

Attorney Partner, Obrien, Gazin and Peterson

Associations

1989 - 1989

Orange County Bar Association

Past President

Education

1974

Santa Clara University School of Law

J.D.

1971

San Jose State University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2012

Family Law Discovery Symposium

Family Law Discovery

Languages

English

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