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Richard Bruce Rudolph
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Biography
The Law Office of Richard B. Rudolph represents individuals and small businesses alike. The practice encompasses Living Trusts, as well as litigation, and transactional work. Many of Mr. Rudolph's clients enjoy the convenience of having both their business needs and personal matters handled by one trusted law firm.
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Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Estate Planning
33%
Trusts
33%
Business
17%
34 years
Employment and Labor
17%
34 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Contingency
35%-45%
Retainer
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2012 2010
Licenses
Licensed in California for 33 years
State: California
Acquired: 1992
No misconduct found
Location
Law Office of Richard B. Rudolph
20241 SW Birch Street, Suite 100, Newport Beach, CA, 92660
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Richard Bruce Rudolph's Reviews
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Posted by Linda | April 23, 2019 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Best Attorney
I have used Richard Rudolph several times and he was a tremendous help with labor matters. He resolved my case to my satisfaction.
Posted by Dennis | June 26, 2018 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Living Trust
Mr. Rudolph created a living trust for my wife and I after we were married several years back. The trust provides for estate management, health care directives, and other financial account management. The trust is still current with no needed changes. I highly recommend Rich for trusts or other legal...
Posted by anonymous | June 13, 2018 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Very helpful!
Mr Rudolph provided an excellent consultation to me. He is knowledgeable and also compassionate and understanding of the effects enployment issues can have on a person. He was able to clarify the tangible and relative issues as applied to laws, verses the lamen's view of fair and/or wrong doing. I...
Posted by Julie | March 17, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Great!
I have had the pleasure to work with Mr. Rudolph on a variety of matters, and each experience is great. Mr. Rudolph is knowledgeable and efficient, and great at explaining things that are outside of my knowledge base, with a good sense of humor as well. I highly recommend him!
Posted by Mike T. | December 3, 2015 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Law Offices of Richard B. Rudolph
Rich has handled all of my business and personal matters since 1992. He's also handled estate matters for other members of my family. He's an honest man and an excellent attorney who I can always rely on for straight answers, creative solutions, and successful resolutions. Whenever I have a legal bus...
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"Richard Rudolph is the only attorney I recommend to my clients for estate planning. I have referred countless clients to him over the years. Every client has come back to me with nothing but great comments. He consistently produces high caliber work with a quick turnaround."
"I've known Richard Rudolph for many years and have referred multiple clients to his firm. My clients have been very pleased with the professional services he provides. Outstanding attorney!"
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"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Rudolph is a very knowledgeable and experienced lawyer in the community. He cares about his clients. I highly recommend him."
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Experience
Honors
2020
Top Rated Lawyer 2020, Avvo
2019
Top Rated Lawyer 2019, Avvo
2017
Top Rated Lawyer 2017, Avvo
2016
2015 Best Business of Irvine in the category of Business Law, Irvine Best Businesses
2016
Admiralty Law Firm of the year, Corporate INTL
2016
10 Best, American Institute of Legal Counsel
2013
Trust Services - 2013 Irvine Awards in the Trust Services, Irvine Awards Program
2013
Commendation for Exceptional Achievement, City of Lancaster
Work Experience
2023 - Present
Senior Attorney at Law Office of Richard B. Rudolph, Law Office of Richard B. Rudolph
2016 - 2023
Partner, Rudolph & Chonoles, LLP
2004 - 2007
Adjunct Professor, Concordia University Irvine
1995 - 2016
Sr. Attorney, Law Offices of Richard B. Rudolph
Associations
2008 - Present
TRUSTS and ESTATES Section, State Bar of CaliforniaMember
2008 - Present
TRUSTS and ESTATES Section, Orange County Bar AssociationMember
1995 - Present
Maritime Law Association of the United StatesMember
1995 - Present
Labor and Employment Law Section, State Bar of CaliforniaMember
1994 - Present
Business Litigation Section, Orange County Bar AssociationMember
1994 - Present
Labor and Employment Section, Orange County Bar AssociationMember
1993 - Present
United States Court of Appeals for the D.C. CircuitMember
1992 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaMember
1992 - Present
United States District Court for the Central District of CaliforniaMember
1992 - Present
United States Court of Appeals For the Ninth CircuitMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Small Business vs. Insurance Company
$5.1 Million Dollar (approx) Unanimous Jury Verdict
Shareholder vs. Disappearing Principals
$1.3M Judgment for Client
Numerous Confidential Positive Results in Employment Cases
This law office has handled hundreds of cases involving very positive and successful results which, unfortunately, cannot be disclosed due to confidentiality agreements which are typically included in such employment related settlements.
Education
1991
Southwestern University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1988
California State University, Long Beach
undergraduate
1986
Santa Monica College
Associates
Speaking Engagements
2018
Employment Law Issues for Managers
Employment Law Issues for Managers
2016
Mutual Fund Strategies
Estate Planning
2016
Financial Update
Living Trusts
2015
Financial Update
Living Trusts
1996
International Law Assocation
Maritime Law
Publications
2006
KeyFinesse Magazine
Business Entities 101
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can an employer mail a final check without my permission?
03 Feb 2022
Q&A
Can my employer alter my timecard to put me on breaks I didn't have to take?
06 May 2021
Q&A
If I lied I graduated high school on my application 14 yrs ago, & have a successful career at work, could they fire me now?
08 Mar 2021
Legal Guides
Legal Guide
Employer Obligations and Employee Rights Families First COVID-19 Response Act
16 Apr 2020
Legal Guide
Why a Living Trust?
02 Jul 2010
Legal Guide
Is a Living Trust Right for You?
01 Jul 2010