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Gerald Barry Dorfman

Lawsuits and disputes Attorney at Mill Valley, CA

5.0   2 reviews
  • Licensed for 40 years
    State CA
    Acquired 1983
    Status
    Active No misconduct found

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

About Gerald

Learn Gerald’s areas of practice.

5
Practice areas
  1. Business
    15%
    Advice, contracts, strategy, litigation avoidance, sales.

    40 years

  2. Lawsuits and disputes
    15%

    40 years

  3. Litigation
    15%
    Areas covered include: real estate, business disputes, product liability, malpractice, employment, administrative, trade secret, commercial litigation, contracts, bankruptcy, civil rights, mass torts and landlord/tenant.

    40 years

  4. Real estate
    15%
    Sales, contracts, leases, contractor disputes, renewable energy, nuisance, boundaries, adverse possession, eminent domain.

    40 years

  5. Probate
    12%
    Matters involving both estates probated through the court system and those utilizing alternate procedures.

    40 years

  6. Personal injury
    10%
    Serious injuries or death caused by the fault of others.

    39 years

  7. Landlord or tenant
    8%
    All types of landlord tenant transactions & disputes.

    40 years

  8. Appeals
    5%
    Civil appeals of trial and appellate court actions, as well as administrative appeals.

    28 years

  9. Estate planning
    5%

    40 years

Four one five, three eight nine, nine five nine zero. I am responsible for all matters handled by my office. Paralegals, law clerks and associates may be utilized in appropriate situations, but the buck stops with me. Intentionally remaining small has enabled me to continue to provide unparalleled personal attention and confidentiality. My clients are the reason I am here, and I work hard for the best results possible. I am honored by the trust placed in me, and strive to maintain it at the highest level. You are entitled to understand the law applicable to your matter and the options available, as well as my best advice. I have served hundreds of satisfied clients over the years and look forward to continuing to serve with determination, skill and integrity.  DorfmanLawOffice dot com.

In accordance with standards adopted by the State Bar pursuant to California Rules of Professional Conduct, Rule 1-400(E), please note that the skills and endorsements below do not constitute a guarantee, warranty, or prediction regarding the outcome of your legal matter.

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Dorfman Law Office
P.O. Box 1056
Mill Valley, CA, 94942

Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | June 19, 2019
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
| Consulted Attorney
Great consultation with very experienced attorney
I had a phone consultation with Mr. Dorfman on a landlord & tenant notice to vacate issue. I had called him after hours and left a voicemail. I was honestly not expecting a call back until the next business day. However he called me back within a half hour. He was very informative, clearly listened to my situation, then provided me with sound advice. I felt that he cared about me & that he wanted to help. I feel much better moving forward on my situation.
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Posted by anonymous | December 19, 2018
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Outstanding attorney
Mr. Dorfman is an outstanding attorney. I was his client in a complex landlord-tenant dispute. His superb legal expertise, along with his communication skills, attention to detail, and compassion, were instrumental in us resolving the matter with a successful outcome.

Cost

Rates
  • Hourly Rates $ 450-450 per hour
  • Contingency 15%-45%
  • Pro bono 20 %
Payment methods
Check, Credit Card

Resume

AVVO RATING 9.1 (Superb)

Work Experience

  • Owner
  • Dorfman Law Office
  • 1983 - Present

Education

  • UC Law SF
  • JD - Juris Doctor
  • 1983
  • Columbia University
  • BA - Bachelor of Arts
  • 1980

Legal Cases

  • Cross v. Cooper
  • confidential settlement
  • Confidential v. Confidential
  • $320,000
  • Confidential v. Confidential
  • $1.2 Million
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Associations

  • United States District Court for the Southern District of California
  • Admitted to Practice
  • 2010 - Present
  • United States District Court for the Central District of California
  • Admitted to Practice
  • 2008 - Present
  • Los Angeles County Bar Association
  • Attorney Member
  • 2005 - Present
  • United States District Court for the Eastern District of California
  • Admitted to Practice
  • 1984 - Present
  • United States Court of Appeals For the Ninth Circuit
  • Admitted to Practice
  • 1984 - Present
  • United States District Court for the Northern District of California
  • Admitted to Practice
  • 1983 - Present
  • State Bar of California
  • Member
  • 1983 - Present
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Honors and Awards

  • Top Contributor
  • Avvo
  • 2021
  • Lead Counsel Verified
  • Lead Counsel
  • 2021
  • Rated Attorney
  • Lead Counsel
  • 2020
  • Top Contributor
  • Avvo
  • 2020
  • Lead Counsel Verification
  • Lead Counsel
  • 2020
  • Top Contributor
  • Avvo
  • 2019
  • Lead Counsel Rated
  • Lead Counsel
  • 2019
  • Top Contributor
  • Avvo
  • 2018
  • Best Answers
  • Avvo
  • 2018
  • Lead Counsel Rated
  • Lead Counsel
  • 2018
  • Top Contributor
  • Avvo
  • 2017
  • Best Answers
  • Avvo
  • 2017
  • Lead Counsel Rated
  • Lead Counsel
  • 2016
  • 100 Trust Rating
  • LawGives
  • 2014
  • Lead Counsel Rated
  • Lead Counsel
  • 2014
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Speaking Engagements

  • Adjunct Professor
  • Legal Writing
  • 1991
  • Adjunct Professor - Legal Writing
  • Legal Writing & Research
  • 1990

Attorney endorsements

Received (14)
Given (24)
Endorse Gerald
Personal injury Attorney | Jul 01
Relationship: Other
"I don't know Mr. Dorfman but have seen his answers to questions and he seems more than qualified to provide competent legal advice."
Probate Attorney | Jul 10
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I have reviewed a number of Mr. Dorfman's answers to probate questions on Avvo. I have found his advice to be sound and practical. I endorse this lawyer."
Litigation Attorney | Apr 12
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Dorfman is an excellent attorney. He is a very knowledgeable and effective advocate for his clients."
Lawsuits and disputes Attorney | Jul 29
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Gerald Dorfman provides exceptionally direct and practical answers in the Avvo forum across many fields of law. He demonstrates the wisdom of a generalist with deep experience in practice, while showing acute compassion for clients and their needs. He also is remarkably accessible - see the first line under About Gerald: "Reach me at 415-389-9590." Gerald's practice practice reflects the ancient idea of lawyer as healer, and I am grateful for his contributions to the community and the legal profession."
Estate planning Attorney | Jun 22
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Among those of us who regularly respond to questions on Avvo, Mr. Dorfman stands out with his insightful and legally sound advise. This is an attorney who knows the law and who is able to communicate in a way that everyone understands. His clients are very fortunate to have him in their corner."
Unknown Attorney | May 22
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Dorfman has extensive experience in a wide range of legal matters. As a solo practitioner, he maintains a direct, hands on approach to his clients and cases."
Litigation Attorney | May 22
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Gerald Dorfman demonstrates extensive knowledge and experience in a wide variety of legal matters. His responses on Avvo are remarkably thoughtful, articulate and accurate. I have tremendous respect for his sound legal knowledge and ability to communicate that knowledge. He is a true asset to our legal community. It is my pleasure to endorse him."
Landlord or tenant Attorney | Mar 15
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Mr. Dorfman has made a substantial number of contributions on AVVO. I have read several of his contributions and have found them to be thoughtful, informative and practical."
Unknown Attorney | Feb 24
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer."
Business Attorney | Aug 25
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"The answers of Mr. Dorfman are consistently accurate, analytic, and customized to the needs of the Avvo asker. These are exactly the qualities that every client would look for when hiring an attorney."
Litigation Attorney | Mar 25
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Dorfman is very smart and hard working. A good choice as a litigator and general problem solver."
Litigation Attorney | Feb 07
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. He is a smart and tenacious litigator."
Litigation Attorney | Jan 28
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"I endorse this lawyer. He is an experienced litigator."
Unknown Attorney | Jan 20
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer."
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