Deanna Lynn Stone Killeen

Deanna Lynn Stone Killeen

5.0
Rating: 7.7

Licensed for 18 years

Litigation Lawyer at Tustin, CA
Practice Areas: Litigation, Libel & Slander, Business ... +2 more

17852 17th St Ste 201, Tustin, CA

About Deanna

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Libel and Slander 30%

Our firm successfully and efficiently handles a variety of civil and business litigation, with our primary practice areas being: defamation, anti-SLAPP, trade libel, intentional interference with contract (and/or prospective economic advantage), false light and related claims. We pride ourselves on providing excellent legal representation in an efficient and affordable manner, whether you are the plaintiff or defendant in an action.

30%
Litigation 30%

Our firm successfully and efficiently handles a variety of civil and business litigation, with our primary practice areas being: defamation, anti-SLAPP, trade libel, intentional interference with contract (and/or prospective economic advantage), fraud, conversion, breach of contract, and other legal matters. We pride ourselves on providing excellent legal representation in an efficient and affordable manner, whether you are the plaintiff or defendant in an action.

30%
Business 20%

Our firm is experienced in both prosecuting and defending the following types of actions: breach of contract, trade libel, fraud, interference with contract and/or with prospective economic advantage, fraud, conversion (civil theft), and litigation or disputes relating to non-compete agreements.

20%
Real Estate 10%

We are adept at handling cases involving breach of real estate agreements, fraud, rescission, partition by sale, and quiet title actions, as well as homeowner/association disputes and construction defect litigation.

10%
Wrongful Termination 10%

Whether you are employer who has been wrongfully accused, or an employee who has been wrongfully terminated, our firm has handled both prosecution and defense of such actions, both affordably and efficiently.

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 15 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 18 years

State: California

Acquired: 2007

Active

No misconduct found

Location

MORRIS & STONE, LLP

17852 17th St Ste 201, Tustin, CA, 92780

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Deanna Lynn Stone Killeen's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

3 Client Reviews

5 star (3)
4 star (0)
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Posted by Robert | March 10, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Excellent Lawyer

We were lucky to find Deanna Stone and Aaron Morris of Morris and Stone Law Firm! I was being named in an Anti-Slapp case by Senator Catherine Blakespear. Morris and Stone jumped in, wrote the Judge a very well thought out and detailed statement with supporting evidence from previous Supreme Cou...rt cases demonstrating that I should not be named in the Anti-SLAPP. In the end the judge agreed with Morris & Stone's statement in its "Entirety". It was obvious the judge was impressed with Morris and Stone's defense. If I ever have any legal issues in the future I will certainly contact Aaron Morris and Deanna Stone. If you're reading this review I recommend you call them as well, they give a great consultation are extremely knowledgeable and fair. I'm very thankful that I found Morris & Stone!

Posted by anonymous | November 16, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Construction Manager Representation

I hired Morris & Stone to represent me on a Construction Management issue. She was professional & most of all worked with me on payments since I am a self-employed, self-supporting individual. Having her on board has helped to relieve the stress a law suit can cause. She was receptive & available i...mmediately for my stressful phone calls. She has been clear on explaining issues to me and I feel like I have someone on my side.

Posted by anonymous | November 16, 2016 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Great advice

Deanna is very professional and willing to help. I called for a free consultation and was surprised that my question was answered so thoroughly that I was able to proceed without a lawyer. Deanna answered all of my questions and at no time did I feel she was waiting for me to hire her. She was genuin...ely interested in my problem and spent about 45 minutes talking to me and even told me to call her back if I had any other questions. Her advice was spot on and did not cost me a dime. In the event I do need an attorney in the future, I will definitely call Deanna again.

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Deanna Lynn Stone Killeen's Lawyer Endorsements

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Aaron Morris

Litigation lawyer | Nov 10

Relationship: Co-worker

"Ms. Stone first came to work with me as a paralegal. It became immediately apparent that she had a brilliant legal mind, so I encouraged her to attend law school. Not surprisingly, she graduated at the top of her class on a full scholarship, and became a partner in the firm. She has mastered the rare ability among attorneys to aggressively advocate for her clients while still maintaining a good professional relationship with her adversaries. Ms. Stone is an amazing attorney."

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Joshua Smisko

Libel and slander lawyer | Nov 09

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Deanna is a fantastic lawyer. She will fight relentlessly for her clients and provides the highest level of service. I endorse this lawyer."

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Melissa Petrofsky

Litigation lawyer | Nov 08

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Deanna is a very passionate and knowledgeable representative for her clients. She has very successfully represented in clients in various matters. I endorse this lawyer."

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Melissa Petrofsky

Employment and labor lawyer

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Aaron Morris

Libel and slander lawyer

Experience

Rating:  7.7 (Very Good)

Honors

2004

West's Publishing Outstanding Scholastic Acheivement Award, Thomson West

N/A

CALI Award in 8 Categories, The Center for Computer-Assisted Legal Instruction

Work Experience

2007 - Present

Partner/Attorney, Morris & Stone, LLP

1998 - 2007

Paralegal, The Morris Law Firm

1992 - 1995

Paralegal/Legal Assistant, Resolution Trust Corporation - Legal Dept.

1986 - 1991

Project Analyst/Buyer, Unisys Corporation

Associations

2016 - Present

Los Angeles County Bar Association

Member

2016 - Present

Celtic Bar Association of Orange County

Member

2009 - Present

California Defamation Lawyers Association

Member

2008 - Present

Orange County Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Karan v. mLogica Inc.

Judgment in excess of $1.5 million for our client.

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Education

2007

Whittier College School of Law

J.D.

1993

UC Ivrine - Paralegal Certificate Program

Paralegal Certificate

1989

University of California - Irvine

B.A.

Publications

N/A

Top Law Firm Website of Morris & Stone LLP Are Non-Compete Agreements Enforceable in California?

N/A

Top Law Firm website of Morris & Stone LLP How the "Hands Free" Cell Phone Law affects California Employers

N/A

Top Law Firm website of Morris & Stone, LLP Deviant Employees protected from Termination

Languages

English

Activity

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