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Edward Zaryl Kotkin
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Biography
Litigator for government agencies.
- City Attorney, Cities of Palm Springs and Indio (11 Years of Experience)
- Deputy District Attorney (11 Years of Experience);
- General and Special Counsel to Companies (10 Years of Experience)
- Real Estate Transactions and Litigation (13 Years);
- AV Preeminent rated lawyer (Top "peer" rating of legal ability & general ethical standards) - based upon anonymous opinions of members of the bar and the judiciary.
Practice Areas
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Practice Area
Litigation
100%
35 years
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Licensed in California for 34 years
State: California
Acquired: 1991
No misconduct found
Location
Lynberg & Watkins
1100 W. Town & Country Rd., Suite 1450, Orange, CA, 92868
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Edward Zaryl Kotkin's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 9 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Chelle | April 8, 2013
Thank you!!
I would have hired him, if I could afford him, but he was kind enough to answer my question and asked for nothing in return. I think that is awsome, especially for an Attorney, so I say Thank You and good job.....Chelle
Posted by Melinda | December 7, 2012
I Wholeheartedly Recommend Edward Z. Kotkin
Eddie was very prompt in getting back to me regarding my situation and he totally understood my perspective without having to give him a lot of details. The hours that he quoted me to take on my case were right on. Eddie not only met with me to gather the appropriate information, he also did a prac...
Posted by Sandra | October 22, 2012
Truly a caring and concerned professional
Mr. Kotkin is the first pleasant experience that we have had since moving to California. For him to take time out of his day, knowing he would not be compensated for his work, to help two senior citizens speaks very highly of his integrity and community involvement. He no only responded on AVVO, he...
Posted by William | September 20, 2012
Non profit sports league
Ed Kotkin has been involved with a 501(3)(c) sports organization for children with disabilities. His services have been utilized to review parent, player, and coaches waiver forms, review and re-write corporate bylaws, review D&O insurance coverage, and provide his professional opinions about the st...
Posted by Dana | September 20, 2012
Professional. Caring. Knowledgeable.
I was introduced to Mr. Kotkin after posting a question on this website. Not only did he respond with a very helpful email, he also telephoned me to follow-up on the matter and introduce himself. And several days later after I posted an update, Mr. Kotkin phoned again to offer new insight. I felt ...
Edward Zaryl Kotkin's Lawyer Endorsements
"Edward and I worked together as Deputy District Attorneys in Riverside County. Since entering private practice, Edward’s incredible legal skills have sharpened and expanded nicely regarding his specialty of working with businesses and companies, specifically handling business with government agencies (e.g., property owners, developers, permitees, and licensees). Edward also handles real estate work and general counsel issues for companies. He is a tenacious client advocate, always searching for the best outcome and has many years of experience and knowledge to achieve a client's desired results."
Donald Hunt
Public finance and tax exempt finance lawyer | Sep 04
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"Ed is bright, thoughtful, careful, pays attention to details, listens to the views of others, carefully considers the legal authority and implications of the proposed matter, and carefully applies the law to the facts. He has superior skills and is an excellent lawyer."
"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 Edward. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
"Eddie is an exceptional attorney. He has the highest level of integrity and is committed to practicing law with excellence."
"An exceptional lawyer and a great resource for anyone in need of assistance. I've known Eddie for 20 years now and would trust him without reservation. A true counselor."
"I worked with Edward about two years ago for a mutual corporate client. During my dealings with Edward, I found him thorough, thoughtful, and informed. He took the time to understand the relevant issues, and used his vast knowledge to address them. It was apparent to me that Edward is an extremely smart lawyer with superior skills. I endorse him without hesitation!"
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Mr. Kotkin in the legal community for more than 10 years. I have been on opposing sides on several matters against him. He is very smart and zealously represents his clients."
"I have read several of Mr. Kotkin's answers on Avvo.com and find him to be down-to-earth, practical and very professional in his comments. I'm happy to endorse him. Mr. Kotkin is a credit to the legal profession."
"Edward "Eddie" Kotkin is both a great lawyer and a very giving person who is deeply involved in community endeavors. I personally know Mr. Kotkin and I endorse him."
"I have learned to make it a habit to read Mr. Kotkin's posts here on the Avvo Q and A board. His contributions are always comprehensive, informed, and creative. I admire his analytic skills as much as I admire the scope of his legal experience. It is clear that he a very smart and very capable attorney and he is on my shortlist of attorneys who are potentially significant and valuable professional resources."
"I have just read one of Attorney Kotkin's answers. When a lawyer says "wow" about the precision, qualifications, and analysis of another attorney, it may be worth noting. In addition, the answer was customized to the needs of the Avvo asker. These are precisely the qualities a client would be looking for in an attorney."
"I first met Mr. Kotkin when we worked at the Riverside County District Attorney's Office. His reputation was beyond reproach. His dedication and high level of commitment to justice and protecting others was a model for other attorneys in the office. His in depth knowledge of the law and the Evidence Code, coupled with his unmatched trial skills set him apart from his colleagues. I absolutely recommend Mr. Kotkin to be your first choice for a litigator."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Ed for more than 30 years. I would recommend Ed to any business looking for top notch legal representation."
"I have had the pleasure of working with Eddie on a number of different matters over the years. He is a smart, ethical, proficient attorney that does a great job for his clients while still being great to work with as opposing counsel. I highly recommend him."
"I endorse this lawyer."
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Experience
Honors
2012
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2011
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2001
Prosecutor of the Year, Runner‐Up, International Association of Financial Crimes Investigators
2000
Outstanding Achievement Award, Office of the District Attorney, County of Riverside
1991
Greenfield Trial Practice Award, Georgetown University Law Center
Work Experience
2019 - Present
Partner, Lynberg & Watkins
2017 - 2019
City Attorney, City of Palm Springs
2011 - 2017
Attorney/Principal, The Law Offices of Edward Z. Kotkin
2005 - 2011
Director, Woodruff, Spradlin & Smart
2002 - 2005
Attorney/Principal, Kotkin & Associates
1991 - 2002
Deputy District Attorney, Office of the District Attorney, County of Riverside
Associations
2012 - 2017
Orange County Bar AssociationLawyer Referral & Information Service Panelist
2011 - 2014
Spirit Youth Sports, Inc., d.b.a. Spirit LeagueGeneral Counsel & Board Member
2011 - 2016
Congregation B'nai Israel, Tustin, Men's ClubPresident
2011 - 2011
California League of CitiesCity Attorneys Division, FPPC Committee, Member
2004 - 2012
State Bar of CaliforniaSpecial Master
2000 - 2002
California District Attorneys AssociationCo-Founder and Former Co-Chair, Real Estate Fraud Committee
1991 - 2002
California District Attorneys AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Request for Leave to File Suit in Quo Warranto (Brokate), Opinion Request 11-701
Request for Leave to File Suit Withdrawn
Desert Sands Unified School District v. Redevelopment Agency of the City of Indio et all.
Settlement, Pass-through payments by client Indio reduced by fifty percent (50%), all pass-through payments dedicated to improvements at Indio High School
City of Indio v. Indio Venture Partners
Settlement.
People of the State of California v. Bonnie Cambalik & Michael Mollloy
Cambalik - guilty plea to court and sentence to maximum term; Molloy - conviction after trial by jury, sentence to maximum term
Education
1991
Georgetown University Law Center
JD - Juris Doctor
1988
Haverford College
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2012
Holiday Meeting - Public Agency Risk Managers Association, Southern California Chapter
Public Records, Paper Trails, and Penalties – Catching Up with the Law on Computer Resources
2012
Annual Conference - National Bureau of Business Licensing Officials
Adjusting to New Paradigms ‐ Checking In & Keeping Money Local
2012
21st Annual All Day Seminar - Workers’ Compensation Forum
Electronic Confidentiality – Computers are Forever (Public Records & E-Discovery)
2011
California Public Records Act - City of San Juan Capistrano
California Public Records Act, CA Government Code Section 6250 et seq.
2011
AB1234 Training - City of Indio
Ethics for Public Officials, Mandatory Training per State Law
2010
Special City Council Meeting - City of Hawaiian Gardens
Gifts to Public Agencies and Ticket Distribution
2010
Public Records Act Training - City of Hawaiian Gardens
California Public Records Act, CA Government Code Section 6250 et seq.
2010
Legal Aspects of Building Administration - International Code Council, Orange Empire Chapter
Public Records Act & Code Enforcement
2010
AB 1234 Training - City of San Juan Capistrano
Ethics for Public Officials, Mandatory Training per State Law
2010
AB 1234 Training - City of Hawaiian Gardens
Ethics for Public Officials, Mandatory Training per State Law
2009
In-House MCLE - Woodruff, Spradlin & Smart
Gifts to Public Agencies and Ticket Distribution
2006
In-House MCLE - Woodruff, Spradlin & Smart
Indian Gaming
Publications
2008
Code of Indio
Nuisance Ordinance
2007
Code of Indio
Entertainment Permit Ordinance of the City of Indio
2005
Code of Indio
Grading Ordinance of the City of Indio
Languages
Spanish
Hebrew
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can I use a PO box as my only business address in San Jose CA, and do I need a Registered Agent for my LLC in San Jose CA?
07 Feb 2013
Q&A
Can multiple parties sign a single NDA with another party, or do we need several NDAs?
29 Jan 2013
Q&A
Can a suspended California corporation sell their liquor license?
15 Dec 2012