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Biography
My promise to you: I will take the time to listen to you and understand your problem before giving advice, I will not rush you to sign a contract, I will help you consider all options not just the ones that cost a lot of money.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Real Estate
25%
20 years | 300 cases
Land Use and Zoning
20%
17 years | 16 cases
Trusts
20%
20 years | 400 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Contingency
20%-35%
Retainer
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in California for 20 years
State: California
Acquired: 2006
No misconduct found
Location
Law Office of Kurt D. Elkins
1420 East Katella Avenue, Orange, CA, 92867
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Kurt Duane Elkins's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 38 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Bill | December 9, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Do not recommend!
Rude and inconsiderate lawyer. Warning: Kurt will impress you when you first meet him. However, once you pay him, you will get dropped and treated if you were invisible. Run far away from him. He is our biggest regret.
Posted by Anzor | September 23, 2025 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Thorough and knowledgeable
We found Mr. Kurt Elkins online with great reviews, and they turned out to be absolutely true! He is very knowledgeable, professional, and thorough. Even without an appointment, he took the time to review our documents, explain everything clearly, and answer all our questions with no rush. Highly rec...
Posted by Tuan | September 6, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Unfortunate Experience
Unfortunate Experience with Mr. Kurt Elkins. We had hired him for a real estate matter and when we first met him, we were pleased with him as he was kind, honest and gave us all the time during our free consultation. However, as soon as we paid him our retainer, it was as if he disappeared. We could ...
Posted by Cris | August 3, 2025 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Helpful and doesn't rush clients
I found him online and read the reviews and I decided to call him to ask for some real estate advice. He gave me his time without sounding rushed and I really appreciated that. It is hard to find a professional in any field (doctor, lawyer, therapist, etc) who gives up their time without rushing you ...
Posted by Marcelo | December 11, 2024 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Honest and Knowledgeable
Mr. Elkins was professional and helped me with a personal matter. He was knowledgeable and honest. I will be reaching back out to him to support me with future needs.
Kurt Duane Elkins's Lawyer Endorsements
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Experience
Honors
2000
CALI, The Center For Computer Assisted Legal Instruction
Work Experience
2006 - Present
Attorney, Law Office Of Kurt D. Elkins
Associations
2006 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Business owner vs. Ex Husband
Settlement favorable to client
Education
2001
University of La Verne College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
Speaking Engagements
2010
Pacific West Association of Realtors
Loan Modifications
Publications
2017
Self
A Realtors Guide to Lease Options
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
Real Estate Contingency In San Diego?
24 Aug 2020
Q&A
The seller does not sign cancellation and release earnest money when my VA loan denied?
23 Aug 2020
Q&A
What recourse is available when contractor underbids a project?
11 Aug 2020