$ 400-500 per hour
Carolyn May Dillinger
also known as Carolyn Dillinger
About Carolyn
Biography
Carolyn is the principal of Passion Law, PC, a business transactions law firm that helps for-profit and non-profit organizations throughout California and Nevada.
Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Nevada for 20 years
State: Nevada
Acquired: 2005
No misconduct found
Licensed in California for 22 years
State: California
Acquired: 2003
No misconduct found
Location
Passion Law, PC
25108 Marguerite Pkwy, Ste A254, Mission Viejo, CA, 92692
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Showing 1 - 1 of 1 review | Corporate & Incorporation
Posted by Don V. | July 03, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Corporate & Incorporation
Incredibly Accommodating
Mrs. Dillinger was extremely helpful in orchestrating the genesis of my company. I was in a rush to get my business started and she went above and beyond to make sure my filing was done in a timely manner.
Carolyn May Dillinger's Lawyer Endorsements
"Carolyn's law firm, "Passion Law" is aptly named. She undeniably cares deeply about her clients' interests and she dedicates herself to providing the best legal services possible."
"Ms. Dillinger is very knowledgeable and pleasant to work with!"
"I have had the opportunity to learn from Mrs. Dillinger at a recent MCLE event. She is very knowledgeable, personable and passionate at what she does. You are in good hands working with this attorney. I wholeheartedly endorse Professor Dillinger."
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"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Dillinger is a very skilled and knowledgeable Business Transactions and Bankruptcy attorney."
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"I endorse this lawyer's work. Carolyn Dillinger is the epidomy of integrity, fairness and professionalism all in one outstanding attorney. Carolyn is one of the brightest women I know and she brings so much creativity and determination to any legal transaction she deals with. Any client in need of the services Carolyn provides is sure to be more than satisfied."
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Experience
Honors
2003
Wallace R. David Public Service Award, Western State University College of Law
Work Experience
2015 - Present
President, Passion Law, PC
2014 - 2015
Transactions Counsel, Boyd Law, apc
2014 - 2019
Adjunct Professor, Western State College Of Law
2009 - 2011
Professor of Business Law & Negotiations, Argosy University
2004 - 2006
Adjunct Professor, Business Law, Vanguard University
2003 - 2014
Attorney, The Dillinger Law Firm, PC
2003 - 2004
Business Banker, Wells Fargo Bank
Associations
2011 - 2014
California Lawyers Association, Law Practice Management and TechnologyExecutive Committee Member
2008 - 2008
Orange County Bar Association, Solo and Small Firm SectionChair
2007 - 2007
Orange County Bar Association, Solo Practitioner/Small Firm SectionChair Elect
2006 - 2006
Orange County Bar Association, Solo Practitioner/Small Firm SectionSecretary
2006 - 2009
Orange County Bar Association, Solo Practitioner/Small Firm SectionExecutive Committee
Education
2003
Western State Univ COL
JD - Juris Doctor
2000
Vanguard University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2000
Vanguard University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2016
Business Law Center, WSCOL
The legal and practical keys to starting and properly maintaining a non-profit organization
2015
Western State College of Law Alumni, Business Law Center
Practical Skills for Business Attorneys
2011
Lawyers Mutual Insurance Company of California,
LMIC paid Ms. Dillinger to film her one hour ethics presentation in a professional film studio. The presentation has been made available to stream from LMIC’s website for its attorney members.
2011
Corporate/Business Law Section
The nuts and bolts of forming corporations in California
2010
Western State University College of Law
What to Know Before You Sign That LLP Agreement
2010
Western State University College of Law
Understanding the ‘Of Counsel’ Relationship
2010
Western New England College of Law
Rainmaking for attorneys
2010
Orange County Bar Association
Running and Developing a Successful Business: The Next Step for a Thriving Law Practice
2009
Vanguard University
How to prepare for law school
2009
Orange County Bar Association
Operating Your Law Practice on a Shoestring Budget
2009
Orange County Bar Association
Bridging the Gap which is a one day event put on for newly licensed attorneys.
2008
Orange County Bar Association, Gala Committee
Your Marketing Time and Money
2008
Orange County Bar Association
Bridging the Gap
2008
Inland Empire Roundtable
Protecting Yourself by Having Solid Agreements with your Partners
2008
American Bar Association
The Three Rs of Client Development: Rainmaking, Retention, and Referrals
2007
Western State University College of Law
Featured Speaker, Business Law Center
2007
Vanguard University
How to structure and protect your entertainment business
2007
Ten Percent Down Real Estate Investment Club
How to Protect Your Real Estate Investment
2007
Orange County Bar Association, Gala Committee
How to Start and Maintain Your Law Office
2007
Chapman University School of Law
A Day in the Life of a Solo Practitioner
2007
Biola University
Entrepreneurship, MBA course
2006
The Alternative Board
Discussed the different types of business entities and their legal and tax consequences, how to prepare for a merger or acquisition, real estate acquisitions, and business succession planning.
2005
Western State University College of Law
WSU Programs and The Real Practice of Law
2005
Loyola Marymount University
Business Law Society
2005
Citibank
Business Entities
2004
Vanguard University
Law Society
2004
Vanguard University
Going to Graduate School
2004
Santiago High School
Guest Lecturer, Literature courses
Publications
2022
California Continuing Education of the Bar (CEB)
Advising California Nonprofit Corporations, Chapter 20 (Corporate Changes)
2021
California Continuing Education of the Bar (CEB)
Advising California Nonprofit Corporations, Chapter 20 (Corporate Changes)
2020
California Continuing Education of the Bar (CEB)
Advising California Nonprofit Corporations, Chapter 20 (Corporate Changes)
2014
The Bottom Line, issue V (Volume 35,#5)
Guest Editor: Legal Process Outsourcing
2013
The Bottom Line, issue IV, (Volume 34, #4)
Editor-in-chief: The New Paradigm For Law Practice Management
2013
The Bottom Line, issue III, (Volume 34, #3)
Editor-in-chief: Privacy At Risk
2013
The Bottom Line, issue II
Editor-in-chief: Future of Legal Technology Book review: Richard Susskind’s Tomorrow’s Lawyers
2013
The Bottom Line, Issue I
Editor-in-chief: Attorney as Employer
2012
The Bottom Line, December issue
Editor-in-chief: all MCLE issue
2012
The Bottom Line, October issue
Guest Editor: Efficiencies in the Practice of Law
2012
The Bottom Line, June issue
Article: “Less Cost, More Value: Case Studies illustrating The Use of Technology and Alternative Billing Methods.”
2009
OC Lawyer Magazine, May 1 issue
Article: “Would You Benefit From a Professional Law Corporation?”
2008
OC Lawyer Magazine, July 1 issue
Article: “Use Strategic Networking to Build Your Customized Book of Business”
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English
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