Patrick Lawrence Fortune

Patrick Lawrence Fortune

also known as Patrick L. Fortune

5.0
Rating: 9.4

Licensed for 11 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Fresno, CA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Landlord & Tenant, Employment & Labor ... +2 more

1233 W. Shaw Ave., Ste. 106, Fresno, CA

About Patrick

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Business 20%

Handling all types of issues including contract formation, interpretation and mediation between parties. General business disputes including real property conflicts.

12 years | 8 cases

20%
Criminal Defense 20%

Ensuring that clients utilize every possible defense in their case. Helping those accused of crimes to manage the harm and achieve the best possible outcome in their case.

13 years | 16 cases

20%
Employment and Labor 20%

Generally representing employees who have been denied benefits by their employers

12 years | 5 cases

20%
Family 20%

Representing clients in managing the dissolution of marriage, child custody issues and all types of Restraining Orders.

12 years | 6 cases

20%
Landlord or Tenant 20%

Representing landlords for all unlawful detainers, evictions and foreclosures.

13 years | 17 cases

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 225-300 per hour

Contingency

10%-40%

Pro bono

10 %

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 11 years

State: California

Acquired: 2014

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Location

Patrick Fortune, Attorney at Law

1233 W. Shaw Ave., Ste. 106, Fresno, CA, 93711

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Patrick Lawrence Fortune's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

5 Client Reviews

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Posted by Shanelle | November 4, 2015 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Lifesaver!

Patrick Fortune was amazing! He was easy to talk to and really came up with the best plan of action. I am so happy that I found him! If I ever need a lawyer again Mr.Fortune's office will be my first call.

Posted by anonymous | June 9, 2015

Excellent job!

Mr. Fortune was recommended to me by another attorney, as he was unable to meet before an upcoming court date. Mr. Fortune was not only able to make to upcoming court appearance, but took the time to meet with me and didn't just meet, he listened. We formulated a plan, and took immediate action. Befo...re, during, and after court appearances he stayed in constant contact with me, answering all my questions and concerns very quickly. Highly recommend!

Posted by Scott | May 10, 2015

Needed advice in a pinch- Delivered above and beyond.

Some partners and I faced a last minute lease dispute which required immediate action. I had been referred to Mr. Fortune by a friend and called after hours on a friday night. He received my message and promptly returned my call. He understood our situation, and we had the lease to him within the hou...r. I had a response from him that night, and we met the next morning to discuss our options. He is extremely knowledgable, and very approachable. I admittedly do not speak the legal language, but he broke down our very complex contract into terms we could clearly understand, and found several inconsistencies in the original lease draft that we were able to address with the landlord. Exceptional personal service. I felt very comfortable working with Patrick- He is down to earth but yet has knowledge and experience behind him. Will consult with again for any legal problems.

Posted by anonymous | May 7, 2015

Fortune - Great Lawyer!

Patrick is a sharp and professional lawyer. He kept me informed from start to finish and was upfront about possible outcomes from the beginning. I also appreciate that when we ran into roadblocks, he employed out-of-box thinking, which showed he really cared. He handled an eviction notice for me a...nd was very diligent throughout the process. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a great lawyer!

Posted by Jennifer | January 20, 2015

Fast efficient service with great communication

Patrick handled our eviction really fast. He took care of every one of our concerns and was really good about staying in communication with use. We will definitely be using him on our next case.

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Patrick Lawrence Fortune's Lawyer Endorsements

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Michael Mazzoni

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Pat's intelligence rivals the best in the business. He is an intellectual, while still understanding the needs of many. He is also an aggressive and passionate advocate, who will make sure his clients' needs are met in any way. I endorse Mr. Fortune."

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Nicholas Capozzi

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Patrick is a hard working, honest, and reputable attorney who puts his clients first. He gives everything he has for each and every client and I can, without hesitation, recommend him to any prospective client looking for someone who will fight for his clients."

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Ashley Assemi

Unknown lawyer | Apr 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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David Doyle

Family lawyer | Feb 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Josiah Prendergast

Unknown lawyer | Jun 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I've known Patrick for more than 12 years. He is, without question, a sharp intellect and diligent. I would not hesitate to recommend him to a friend or family member in need of counsel."

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Joshua Kruger

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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John Waste

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Jan 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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David Carlson

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Fortune is a highly intelligent and talented attorney!"

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Robert von Dohlen

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Tyler Lester

Unknown lawyer | Jan 16

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I zealously endorse this lawyer!"

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John Molina

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Adam Rushing

Personal injury lawyer

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Dallas Johns

Family lawyer

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Brian Tatarian

Family lawyer

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Ashley Assemi

Workers compensation lawyer

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A. Wishon

Partnership lawyer

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Andrew Driscoll

Workers compensation lawyer

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James Hancock

Litigation lawyer

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Anne Datesh

Intellectual property lawyer

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Inna Volkova

Landlord or tenant lawyer

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Karney Mekhitarian

Personal injury lawyer

Michael Amadeo Mazzoni headshot
Michael Mazzoni

Workers compensation lawyer

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Mark Schallert

Contracts and agreements lawyer

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Keith Teague

Workers compensation lawyer

John J. Waste headshot
John Waste

Litigation lawyer

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Ian Wieland

Employment and labor lawyer

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Joshua Kruger

Workers compensation lawyer

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John Molina

Tax lawyer

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Matthew Hoffman

Business lawyer

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David Doyle

Employment and labor lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.4 (Superb)

Honors

2013

Distinguished, George Washington University Law School

2013

Justice Advocate Scholarship, Equal Justice Foundation

2009

Award of Excellence in Graduating Class, Stanford University Alumni Association

Work Experience

2015 - Present

Company Counsel, Boardwalk at Three Points LLP

2015 - Present

Associate, Doyle & Fortune

2014 - Present

Attorney, Patrick Fortune, Attorney at Law

2014 - 2014

Law Clerk, The Fifth District Court of Appeals - California

2013 - 2013

Legal Associate, San Diego County Public Defender

2012 - 2015

Research Attorney, Tyler Lester, Attorney at Law

2012 - 2012

Campaign Coordinator, Campaign for Fortune for Supervisor

Associations

2014 - Present

State Bar of California, Criminal Law Section

Member

2014 - Present

California Young Lawyers Association

Member

2014 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

2014 - Present

Fresno County Bar Association

Member

2014 - Present

Fresno County Bar Association, Criminal Law Section

Member

2014 - Present

State Bar of California

Member

2014 - Present

American Bar Association, Young Lawyers Division

Member

2012 - 2014

Phi Delta Phi legal fraternity

President

2011 - 2014

Alternative Dispute Resolution Board

Financial Manager

Sample of Legal Cases

People v. [Smith]

Acquittal

Tewari v. Sprague

Recovery of Possession

Case Housing v. Arellano

Settled by Mutual Agreement between Parties

People v. [Smith]

Conviction

Olivera v. Graef

Prevailed for the Owner

Smith v. Coufal

Negotiated Settlement

LPN v. DTV

Pending - Trial likely

Lapietra v. Garcia

Prevailed for the Landlord

Marin v. Jurkiewicz

Negotiated Settlement

People v. [Smith]

People v. [Smith]

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Education

2014

George Washington University Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

2009

Stanford University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

N/A

Fresno City College

N/A

Oxford University

Speaking Engagements

2014

Organizational Meeting

Understanding Your Basic Civil Rights

2014

Fraternity Counsel

Gideon v. Wainwright: Birth of an Army

2011

Troop 95 - Monthly Meeting

Career Paths to Professionalism

Publications

Languages

Spanish

English

Activity

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