Shamoon Aziz Budhwani

Shamoon Aziz Budhwani

also known as Simon Aziz Budhwani, Simon Budhwani

4.9
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 15 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Santa Ana, CA
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Family, Child Custody ... +2 more

2922 Daimler St, Santa Ana, CA

About Shamoon

Biography

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Retainer

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 15 years

State: California

Acquired: 2010

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Location

Core Family Law

2922 Daimler St, Santa Ana, CA, 92705

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Shamoon Aziz Budhwani's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

70 Client Reviews

Showing 11 - 15 of 70 reviews

Posted by Rebecca | January 30, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Wonderful Attorney

I can’t say enough about how wonderful Core Law group is from each and every person on the team. I was blessed to have Simon Budwhani and Marissa Oxman as my legal counsel. They are a fantastic team and did wonders for my case. My divorce took nearly 5 years from start to finish. In the infancy stage...s of my case, I had a couple of different attorneys represent me prior to Simon and Marissa. I found Simon through a friend who had wonderful things to say about his work ethic and experience. Simon far exceeded that expectation in which Inhad hoped to receive. Simon decoded to team up worn Marissa on my case however, Marissa spent the majority of the time working the day to day of my case. She was forced to deal with a very challenging opposing counsel that my ex-husband had retained. Despite the challenging attorney and a difficult case in general, Simon and Marissa got me sole legal custody, an out of state move away and they settled my case when tensions were high and emotions were higher. Their team effort were proven in court and I can say they were leaps and bounds better then opposing counsel. They always acted in an extremely professional manner and it came by them naturally. The trial prep performed by the Core Law team was phenomenal! More importantly, they were detailed and thorough not just during trial but for the entire 3 years I’ve retained them as my counsel. I witnessed many attorneys through the life of my case and it amazes me how many show up unprepared or lacking experience. Don’t waste your time or money going anywhere else. You’re money will be well spent on a class act team of legal counsel at Core Law, I can promise you that!

Posted by anonymous | November 21, 2018 | Criminal Defense

He is the most caring attorney out there!!!

I am so grateful for him. I am glad I contacted him for a consultation. My 15 year old daughter was in trouble for statutory rape with a 14 year old boy. I and my daughter spent numerous sleepless nights. I have no money to hire an attorney, but he didn't brush me off. He consistently kept in to...uch with me despite his busy schedule and shared his insights as a free consultation. You won't find a lawyer like him out there. I will definitely recommend him!!!

Posted by Salena | November 20, 2018 | Family

Truly God Sent!!!!!

I was in desperate need of a family law attorney who would take the time to give me genuine legal advice for my delicate situation and that's exactly what Mr. Budhwani did. Not only did he help me but he went to the extreme of gathering more information than what he had to in order to give me a preci...se and accurate legal opinion. If he wasn't available when I called he never delayed in returning my call. The passion and enthusiasm that came with his legal advice definitely deserves 10 stars!!!!

Posted by Urbain | October 15, 2018

Mr

He is a really professional and ethical lawyer, respectful, listening and caring about feelings and complexity of situations. He will be fast giving you replies, cristal clear and understandable. He was very helpful in guiding me with efficient advices to make the proper and good choice before ...starting my procedure, since I was hesitating between different procedures, either in USA or abroad. I will definitely recommend him to anyone who seeks expertise and human behavior.

Posted by Nicole | July 17, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Only in it for the money

Very friendly, will say what he needs to in order to get the client and then he drops the ball. After meeting with Simon, I was passed to a less experienced attorney who Core fed to the wolves. All the insight they gave her to fight my case was inaccurate. Core miscalculated the judge. Core miscalcul...ated the opposing counsel. Both of those actions created a very expensive drawn out divorce for me(which by the way is still ongoing). Then there was a light at the end of the tunnel – a default judgment. That too was ruined by Core. The opposing counsel did NOT provide all of the required documents. Simon took the matter off calendar which cost me the default judgment. Instead, Core felt it was best to go back to court (another $5k+) and hope it gets settled there. Core had the opportunity to finalize the divorce and they chose not to. Speaking of money – the fees are outrageous and never ending. Expect to pay for their court parking despite their office being across the street. Not only are they charging you hundreds of dollars an hour to sit and wait to argue your case – you too have to pay for their parking. Court prep plus four hours in court (which includes waiting to be seen by the judge) is an easy $5k. If your ex decides to randomly show up and chit chat with them for an hour – you will be billed for that too. Then you will be billed for when they call you to explain how your ex tried to get free legal advice. If my case had progressed I wouldn't be irritated at the fees. However it has been over two years and I am still not a day closer to finalizing my divorce. It took Core two years to get my ex to turn in the preliminary documents. Then countless hours were spent on preparing and arguing for the default judgment. All of that for nothing as Core decided – without consulting me – that the default would be removed from calendar. Spending another day in court is great for Core, but not for me.

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Shamoon Aziz Budhwani's Lawyer Endorsements

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Karim Manji

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 07

Relationship: Co-worker

"Mr. Budhwani is a people's attorney, putting his clients interest and peace of mind ahead of all else. Mr. Budhwani has developed strong and professional relationships with DAs and Judges in Southern California, and has a strong success rate in defending criminal charges. I recommend Mr. Budhwani for anyone who has a bad taste in their mouth from their prior attorney, and need a fresh look at how today's attorneys practice law."

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James Shields

DUI and DWI lawyer | Aug 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer with no reservation. An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community. Very hardworking and diligent. Consistently achieves superior results. Advice is always practical and on point. I recommend to anyone looking for an attorney who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of clients and achieving the most favorable result possible.I endorse this lawyer.I endorse this lawyer."

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John Wong

Family lawyer | Apr 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Simon is a great family law and trial lawyer. I refer many of my clients to him when they need an attorney to aggressively advocate for their family."

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Richard Eldredge

Family lawyer | Mar 09

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Unknown lawyer | Nov 02

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Business lawyer | Aug 11

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Marcus Cooper

Social Security & Disability lawyer | Jun 18

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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Max Alavi

Family lawyer | May 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Top-notch lawyer. Highly respected in the legal community"

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Adam Hoover

Family lawyer | Feb 04

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"When my business clients need help with criminal or family law issues, Simon and his firm are my first referral. They are consistently impressed by his skill and personal attention."

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Scott Stotz

DUI and DWI lawyer | Aug 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"It is a great pleasure sharing a profession with committed and caring individuals such as Mr. Budhwani. His dedication and knowledge serves each and everyone of his clients quite well!"

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Brian Johnston

DUI and DWI lawyer | Aug 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Hetinder Gill

Social Security & Disability lawyer | May 22

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Wendy Chau

Criminal defense lawyer | May 16

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"He is very knowledgeable and cares about his clients. I personally know him... and he gives clear, precise, and direct answers to AVVO askers. I endorse this lawyer."

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Nathan Wente

Unknown lawyer | May 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Budhwani is a great lawyer. He is intelligent and knowledgeable. He works hard for his clients and does an exceptional job keeping them informed and making himself available. His clients should be comfortable knowing they are being taken care of."

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Sean Cassis

DUI and DWI lawyer | May 06

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Mariam Margaryan

Criminal defense lawyer | May 01

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Unknown lawyer | Dec 13

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Arash Shirdel

Unknown lawyer | Mar 12

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Litigation lawyer | Feb 24

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2016

Super Lawyer Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine

2015

Top 10 Attorneys Under 40, National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys

2014

Top Lawyer, OC Metro Magazine

2011

Pro Bono Award, Legal Services Corporation

2007

Amjur - Crimal Procedure, University of Laverne College of Law

2007

Deans List, University of LaVerne College of Law

Work Experience

2011 - Present

Attorney, Core Family Law

2010 - 2011

Attorney, Rager & Noiroux, LLP

2007 - 2010

Paralegal, Cotkin & Collins

2001 - 2007

Paralegal, Jackson & Wallace, LLP/Jackson Jenkins Renstrom, LLP

Associations

2012 - Present

American Bar Association, General Practice, Solo and Small Firm Division

Chair

2011 - Present

Orange County Bar Association, Young Lawyers Division

Candidate, Chair Elect 2011

2010 - Present

Orange County Bar Association, Young Lawyers Division

Member

2010 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

2012 - 2013

Orange County Bar Association, Young Lawyers Division

Chair

Sample of Legal Cases

Dismissal Driving with suspended license related to DUI

Case Dismissed

DUI Dismissal at DMV Hearing

Case Dismissed

Recovered $100,000.00 for a vehicle

Settled the case within a matter of weeks and obtained a $100,000.00 recovery on behalf of client.

Medicare Appeals Trial

Medicare affiliate ordered to repay plaintiff the statutory maximum for the surgery.

Family Law Domestic Violence Trial

Respondent restrained from Petitioner as well as her business and ordered to repay Petitioner over $10,000.00 in attorneyes fees and costs she expended.

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Education

2008

University of La Verne College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2002

California State University, Hayward

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2012

Annual Business Meeting

Using Social Interaction through Networking With Non Attorney Groups

2011

Law KSM Meetup Forum

Benefits of corporate formation for small busineses

Publications

2012

OC Lawyer Magazine - July 2012 Issue Young Lawyers Dividion Leader

2007

Journal of Juvenile Law Juvenile Court Takes Terroristic Threatening Seriously

Languages

Urdu

Hindi

English

Spanish

Activity

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