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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
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Posted by Bill | December 09, 2025 | Hired 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 Tuan | September 06, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate
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 Jenny | August 09, 2022 | Real Estate
An excpetional unicorn
I VERY rarely write reviews unless I feel strongly about the service one way or another. Mr. Elkins is OUTSTANDING. He is candid about whether or not you have a case but does it with tact, honesty, and compassion. He truly gave me great points of views and was really more of a therapist than an attor...
Posted by Nick K | February 11, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate
Trust and Real estate advice!
I'd highly recommend Kurt! I have used him a couple of times as a real estate broker and for my personal trust most recently. His prices are extremely fair and he actually picks up the phone himself.
Posted by Jennifer | December 07, 2020 | Real Estate
Responsive and Knowledgeable Attorney
I needed professional assistance in a hurry and Kurt was on the job the same day. He is extremely knowledgeable and was able to guide me in the right direction. I'm a Family Law attorney and a real estate broker, but even so, I needed someone who could advise me with expert knowledge in a high asse...
Kurt Duane Elkins's Lawyer Endorsements
"Kurt is a professional and knowledgeable lawyer. His answers to the general public's questions are insightful."
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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