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Jeannette Charlotte Christine Darrow

Lawsuits and disputes Attorney at Santa Ana, CA

5.0   5 reviews

also known as Jeannette Darrow, Jeannette C.C. Darrow

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Ms. Darrow has worked with law firms ranging in size from three to over six-hundred attorneys and has extensive experience representing individuals and businesses of all sizes.  Ms. Darrow has represented companies in a wide range of cases, including construction defect lawsuits, habitability and toxic tort litigation, land use and real property disputes, product liability litigation, and personal injury and premises liability matters.  Ms. Darrow also has a broad background in general business and commercial law with an emphasis on litigation and corporate operations, and has represented both plaintiffs and defendants in breach of contract, real estate, labor and employment, copyright infringement, medical/dental malpractice, and insurance coverage matters, as well as in landlord-tenant disputes.
 

Working with construction industry clients, Ms. Darrow has provided advice on compliance with California's mechanic's lien laws, prepared and enforced mechanics' liens and bonded stop notices, and represented clients in actions to collect on unpaid invoices.  Ms. Darrow also has experience with bringing claims against the estates of bankrupt companies and defending clients in lawsuits brought by the trustees of bankrupt companies.

Licensed for 21 years
State CA
Status Active
Acquired 2001
Updated 04/19/2023

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Jeannette Charlotte Christine Darrow
1284 S Lyon St
Santa Ana, CA, 92705

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Posted by anonymous | March 6, 2017
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Helped me win my small claims appeal
I engaged Jeannette as my attorney after getting a judgement against me in small claims court, and realizing that I needed a lawyer to help me identify the correct legal approach to take, and to help me present my case in a succinct and well prepared manner. Jeannette, was a tremendous help. She identified the legal points that were irrelevant, and those that were key to winning my case. She took the facts of my case, email copies, and other supporting material that I sent her, and organized them into the order in which they should be reviewed in court in front of the judge. Jeanette provided a fixed rate contract for the case, and divided her support for the case into preparation, and in-court support, and gave me the option to either get her legal advice and assistance in the preparation only, or to also have her help me present my case in court. Her approach was fair and flexible. After getting Jeannette's help with the preparation, I decided that I needed her guiding hand in court. Jeannette's role in court was that she asked me questions, based on the material and legal strategy which she had assembled, which I answered in front of the judge, and she passed the judge the supporting material as exhibits. As a result of Jeannette's legal advice and in-court legal representation, the outcome of the case was that the court not only overturned the judgement that the small claims court had made against me, but the court also ruled in favor of my case that the defendant should pay me back the payments that I had previously made to the defendant, due to his contract breach. The court also awarded me court costs and attorneys fees. I strongly recommend Jeannette Darrow for anyone engaged in a small claims case, and she clearly has the experience and legal knowledge to support clients in other civil cases.
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Posted by Corey | December 12, 2013
I HIGHLY recommend Jeannette Darrow!
Jeannette is the best! She got me through a very difficult time. She was compassionate, thorough and got things done quickly and effectively! I know I can call on her anytime....and I still do. She made me feel as though I was her only client, though I knew better. I highly recommend Jeannette to anyone who wants a smart, "hands on" lawyer.
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Posted by Angie | December 9, 2013
Great Lawyer, very highly recommend!!!
Jeanette is great to work with! Thorough. easy to communicate with, attentive & responsive. She listened while I explained the basics of my case, asked questions to gain a thorough understanding of the facts & presented a strong case to the court. I highly recommend her to everyone!
Posted by Kristin | September 9, 2013
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED...Read This Review!!
During the first phone conversation I had with Jeannette I knew right away that I could trust her. For me this was incredibly important because it was her honesty that won me over and safely allowed me to accept her as my representative partner. I use the word "partner" because Jeannette created an environment where we worked together, toward a common goal, and I knew I could count on her. She of course led the way, and I always felt like we made progress together. It was such a nice change from a previous experience in another, somewhat similar situation. What facilitated this the best was the way she communicated. I always knew what was happening, and I always had a voice and a choice. I highly recommend Jeannette Darrow as an attorney. She demonstrated true professionalism by promptly working on my case, caring about my situation, and communicating with me on a regular basis. Through her hard work the case was resolved in my favor. If I ever get into a similar situation again, without hesitation, I know exactly who to call, Jeannette is known to be a real fighter! When there is an injustice done, she will fight hard for you. If you have a dispute with anyone, a landlord, contractor or business dispute, Jeannette will take the burden of dealing with it off your shoulders. Her compensation is reasonable and so much worth it. I have worked with her a few times and I have been satisfied every time.
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Posted by Stephen | February 8, 2013
Positive and Pragmatic
Jeannette helped me with resolving a small claims matter after the fact. I had paid the judgement, but the court did not have a record of the payment. This became an issue when I needed to get some financing. I found Jeannette online and emailed her and she was willing to help me out and was interested in my matter even though it was small. She was very up front about the fact that it could take awhile to get the record corrected. Throughout the process which lasted about 5 months she kept me informed and updated and took the time to check on my case. I wish I had met her sooner. She could have saved me a lot of time and headache. More to the point I probably could have prevailed in my small claims case, and avoided the situation I was in. My past experience with lawyers was if the amount is less than $3000 then just settle. Its nice to know that there are good lawyers out there that still care about the small cases. Jeannette is one of them.
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Cost

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  • Free Consultation 20 minutes
Payment methods
Cash, Check, Credit Card

Resume

AVVO RATING 8.4 (Excellent)

Work Experience

  • Owner
  • Law Office of Jeannette C.C. Darrow
  • 2011 - Present
  • Attorney
  • Hines Smith Carder Dincel Bland
  • 2010 - 2011
  • Attorney
  • The Feldhake Law Firm, APC
  • 2008 - 2010
  • Attorney
  • Lewis Brisbois Bisgaard & Smith
  • 2006 - 2008
  • Attorney
  • Prindle Decker & Amaro
  • 2003 - 2006
  • Attorney
  • Cihigoyenetche Grossberg & Clouse
  • 2001 - 2003
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Education

  • Southwestern Univ SOL
  • JD - Juris Doctor
  • 2001
  • University of Michigan
  • BA - Bachelor of Arts
  • 1998

Legal Cases

  • Homeowner v. Contractor
  • Obtained judgment in favor of homeowner client
  • Evans v. Ziv
  • Prevailed on motion for summary judgment
  • Vogel v. Studio for Smile Design
  • Prevailed on motion for summary judgment
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Associations

  • Building Trades Network Community Outreach Foundation
  • Corporate Secretary
  • 2016 - Present
  • Canstruction OC
  • Jury Chairman
  • 2013 - Present
  • Orange County Bar Association
  • Attorney Member
  • 2012 - Present
  • Orange County Bar Association, Solo Practitioner/Small Firm Section
  • Attorney Member
  • 2012 - Present
  • Orange County Bar Association, Construction Law Section
  • Attorney Member
  • 2012 - Present
  • Building Trades Network
  • Vice Foreman
  • 2012 - Present
  • State Bar of California
  • Attorney Member
  • 2001 - Present
  • Building Trades Network
  • Training Foreman
  • 2012 - 2012
  • Canstruction OC
  • Committee Member
  • 2012 - 2012
  • VITA, Volunteer Income Tax Association
  • Volunteer Tax Preparer for Low Income and Disabled Individuals
  • 2000 - 2000
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Languages Spoken

  • English

Honors and Awards

  • Top Contributor- Lawsuits and Disputes
  • Avvo
  • 2014
  • College of Trial Advocacy
  • Orange County Bar Association
  • 2013
  • Excellence for the Future, Federal Tax Admin. & Litigation
  • CALI
  • 2000
  • Excellence for the Future, Community Property
  • CALI
  • 1999
  • Best Writer Finalist
  • Southwestern Univ. School of Law, Intramural Moot Court Honors Competition
  • 1999
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Speaking Engagements

  • Building Trades Network
  • Homeowner v. Contractor Disputes
  • 2016
  • Orange Coast Community College
  • Introduction to California Courts and Mechanic's Lien Laws
  • 2015
  • Building Trades Network - Irvine
  • Overview of Courts, Mediation and Arbitration
  • 2015
  • Building Trades Network
  • CA Home Improvement Contract Requirements
  • 2013
  • SDA/OC Seminar and Annual Business Meeting
  • Common Provisions and Pitfalls of Contracts
  • 2013
  • Building Trades Network
  • 5 Common Myths About Lawsuits
  • 2013
  • Interior Design Institute
  • Considerations for Business Planning
  • 2013
  • Building Trades Network
  • Practical Tips for Staying Out of Legal Trouble
  • 2012
  • Orange Coast Community College
  • Intro to Mechanic's Liens, Waivers and Releases, and Stop Payment Notices
  • 2012
  • How to Get Your Contractor's License - Preparation Course
  • Introduction to California's Court System and Mechanic's Lien Laws
  • 2012
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Attorney endorsements

Received (30)
Given (26)
Endorse Jeannette
Construction and development Attorney | Nov 27
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Sometime after initially meeting Jeannette, I serendipitous came across her again on my way away from my office. Her friendly personality, follow through skills (meaning she does what she says she's going to do), and indicatable knowledge of construction law, including contracts, compels me to endorse Jeannette."
Lawsuits and disputes Attorney | Oct 25
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"13 years of law practice is what we refer to as experienced. Her knowledge of the law and procedure is excellent and evident from her pro bono contributions. Client reviews are stellar. READ THEM!. Do yourself a favor and call her for a consultation."
Construction and development Attorney | Jun 04
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community, I wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone looking for a lawyer who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of her clients and getting them the most favorable result possible."
Unknown Attorney | Apr 16
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Darrow is a well respected member of the legal community. She is a zealous advocate for the rights and interests of her clients."
Construction and development Attorney | Apr 10
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Jeannette Darrow is committed to each client. Jeannette is a focused and detailed attorney who dedicates herself to each client. A client would be fortunate to have her as their attorney."
Business Attorney | Jan 27
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"When my clients have a business issue that needs to be litigated, I confidently refer them to Jeannette. She is responsive, and gets results."
Lawsuits and disputes Attorney | Jan 25
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"The answers of Ms. Darrow are consistently accurate, analytic, and customized to the needs of the Avvo asker. Although her expertise in construction law matters is evident, her insights into other legal issues is impressive. This combination of qualities are exactly what every client would be looking for when seeking legal representation."
Construction and development Attorney | Nov 12
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Jeannette knows her stuff. She will take care of you!"
Chapter 13 bankruptcy Attorney | Oct 18
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer."
Construction and development Attorney | Sep 28
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Jeannette is a wonderful individual, and a fantastic attorney. She would be the first person I called if my client needed a referral to an attorney for a construction issue."
Contracts and agreements Attorney | Sep 20
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"IMs. Darrow is really a superb attorney. I love reading her answers to questions on Avvo and learning from her expertise and her incredible advise. I have been an attorney, judge, magistrate, prosecutor, and law professor, and I still learn from her every day. I would highly recommend her to everyone and anyone on Avvo."
Lawsuits and disputes Attorney | May 10
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I know Ms. Darrow personally as fellow member of Orange County Bar Association. She is an outstanding attorney who provides first rate and diligent legal services to her clients as well as exhibiting highest ethical standards. Her high standards are reflected in her articulate and well thought out Avvo responses."
Unknown Attorney | Apr 23
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. I have reviewed many of Ms. Darrow's answers on this site, and her comments are always clear, concise, and well though-out. She is a great asset to the AVVO community."
Lawsuits and disputes Attorney | Mar 27
Relationship: Other
"I endorse attorney Jeannette Charlotte Christine Darrow. I would encourage individuals in the Santa Ana area to review the credentials of this attorney and not to hesitate considering her for your representation. The AVVO responses that she exhibits are a fine working knowledge of the law, and she has great communication skills that she utilizes with those in need of a legal opinion. She has a very focused and easy approach, and this is exactly what non-lawyers need to obtain - the guidance and direction that she can seek in regards to their legal issues."
Lawsuits and disputes Attorney | Nov 16
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Jeannette is an asset to the legal community. She is very knowledgeable in a wide variety of legal issues and is a pleasure to know and work with. I endorse Jeannette."
Lawsuits and disputes Attorney | Nov 05
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. I have seem many of Ms. Darrow's community posts on Avvo. She responses are clear and well thought out. She is an asset to the community."
Unknown Attorney | Sep 12
Relationship: Other
"I endorse this lawyer."
Lawsuits and disputes Attorney | Aug 27
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Attorney Darrow consistently provides both solid and prolific responses to questions posed by members of the Avvo legal community. I endorse this excellent lawyer."
Contracts and agreements Attorney | Aug 23
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Jeannette is an exceptional attorney who is knowledgeable in a wide array of specialties. She is professional and well respected among her peers, and has not hesitated in assisting her colleagues. More, she truly cares about her clients. I highly endorse this lawyer."
Lawsuits and disputes Attorney | Aug 08
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Jeannette Darrow demonstrates extensive knowledge and experience in a wide variety of legal matters. Her responses on Avvo are remarkably thoughtful, articulate and straightforward. I have tremendous respect for her sound legal knowledge and ability to communicate that knowledge. She is a true asset to our legal community. It is my pleasure to endorse her."
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Santa Ana Lawsuits and disputes Lawyer Jeannette Charlotte Christine Darrow
Jeannette Charlotte Christine Darrow
Lawsuits and disputes Attorney
Santa Ana, CA
Licensed for 21 years
Free Consultation