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Are You Involved In a Contested Will Dispute? Call Us.

The death of a parent or other family member is an emotional time for everyone in the family. Unfortunately, when estate assets are involved, the emotional turmoil often creates disputes among family members and heirs. Sometimes, the contested will creates problems that can last months and years, finally ending up in court. Often, however, the right mediation lawyer can help resolve the dispute fairly, helping everyone come to grips with the estate holder's final wishes.

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Fernandez & Lauby LLP is one of Southern California's most recognized probate litigation and dispute resolution law firms. Since we opened our firm in 1998, we have focused a great deal of our practice on mediation and alternative dispute resolution (ADR). When you hire us to handle your probate litigation matter, our attorneys will take the time to understand the issues and help you make common sense decisions that will resolve the matter efficiently and cost-effectively.

We know emotions and frustration often get the best of people in the heat of a contested will or probate litigation case. That's why it is important to have a cool, knowledgeable legal head guiding the process. In the rare event a trial is necessary, you will have experienced, successful trial lawyers on your side.

Resolve Your Dispute Before It Becomes a Probate Litigation for the Courts

Nobody wins in court. As soon as you become aware of a possible dispute over a contested will, trust fund assets or other probate matter, it's time to talk to a knowledgeable probate litigation and mediation attorney. Our firm provides a free consultation to explain the legal issues and discuss the circumstances of your probate matter.

We have experience resolving every type of probate litigation matters:

Contact one of our offices in Riverside, Irvine, California, to discuss your probate litigation dispute or estate asset protection matter today. We represent clients in communities throughout Southern California.

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We make it a priority to provide outstanding legal support, advice and representation for clients throughout Southern California. From business litigation involving hundreds of millions of dollars to divorce representation for middle-class families, we are focused on building strong solutions for clients.

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--- Monday, February 6, 2011 ---

 A Peer Review of Mr. Edward A. Fernandez's Mediation Services by Filippo Marchino, Esq.:

"What most know is that Mr. Fernandez is a member of the panel for the Redlands Arbitration and Mediation Services, as well as the Inland Valley Justice Center. What most don't know is that Mr. Fernandez spent 5 months resolving a case that nobody (not even the parties) believed could actually be resolved short of a trial on the merits. In a case of complex construction defect, involving complex and detailed matters, Mr. Fernandez skillfully navigated each and every matter, resulting is a win-win situation for both parties, one of which I represented. Can't honestly say how appreciative of his hard work we all are. Hence, it is with no hesitation that I fully endorse Mr. Fernandez!"

--- Friday, December 2, 2011 ---

A recent client review for Mr. Edward A. Fernandez:

As a principle of ClaimQuest, Inc., a Third Party Administration company, it is my duty to obtain the best legal counsel possible for me clients. It is important to note that my decision on counsel directly reflects on me and my company. My clients and I do not want excuses, we seek cost effective results. Mr Fernandez, his law firm, and associates have a long and proven track record for achieving positive cost effective results many of his peers only talk about.

Mr. Fernandez demonstrates excellent legal skills which are a great asset but it is not the only talent you should seek from your legal council. In addition, he also has a reputation of being a hard, yet fair negotiator which has earned him the respect of his peers and the courts. This blend of rare talents has given Mr. Fernandez the opportunity to obtain the most favorable results while significantly reducing needless time consuming litigation costs in many cases.

In my 30 years of being in this business I have never given my endorsement to any attorneys' before Mr. Fernandez, I can say with confidence that Mr. Fernandez has set the standard for our office and many other associates I do business with.

--- Friday, November 11, 2011 ---

Mr. Edward A. Fernandez, Esq. recently gave a presentation to the 2011 Vons Defense Attorney Conference regarding the status of the California Expedited Jury Trial Program.

 --- Wednesday, October 26, 2011 ---

Mr. Edward A. Fernandez recently attended "Impasse Is A Fallacy" a 14-hour Advanced Mediators' Forum with Lee Jay Berman, Doug Noll, and Tim Corcoran of the American Institute of Mediation.

--- Friday, August 26, 2011 ---

Have you been wrongfully terminated, harassed, or failed to be paid wages that you have earned?  Visit our employment law website to learn more about your rights and how Fernandez & Lauby can help you recover your lost earnings or damages!  California-EmploymentLawyers.com

--- Tuesday, May 24, 2011 ---

Fernandez & Lauby LLP is pleased to announce the expansion of its ADA Accessibility Compliance Department. In addition to defending companies against ADA and California accessibility law compliance violations in a cost-effective manner in both State and Federal Court, F & L can proactively protect companies by recommending preventative measures and compliance consultants.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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4590 Allstate Drive
Riverside, CA 92501

Phone: 951-329-9319
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