Business owners often say that they can’t afford to have an attorney and as to the accounting end of the business all they need is a bookkeeper since they don’t need to have a CPA until taxes are due.
Our firm has earned a reputation as a leader in real estate, business litigation, estate planning, probate, and trust administration. We work hard to explain your options to you so that you can make the right choice for you each step of the way. We bring experience and a thoughtful approach to each client
Roger Wintle has more than thirty years of experience in practice as an attorney and partner. As the founding shareholder of the Heritage Law Group, he firmly believes in identifying all possible solutions for clients and working hard for the best possible outcome.
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We have always made it a point to put our clients at the pinnacle of our practice.
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Our attorneys are licensed to practice in any jurisdiction throughout the state, including all federal courts. It is highly recommended that out-of-state firms retain co-counsel for cases in California
As an individual or a business owner, you likely already know that there are plenty of different risks and issues that could lead to legal conflicts. It can be a big mistake to try to handle these concerns on your own without proper counsel.
The right lawyer can help explain your rights and responsibilities so that you can proceed with the right resolution strategy for you. A lawyer can be helpful not only for assisting you with a pressing legal issue, but also for evaluating other potential risks and helping you determine a course of action for the future.
Identifying and minimizing risks is important for any individual approaching their probate, will and trust disputes, a person or entity engaged in real estate transactions or business concerns.
When you work with our firm, you’ll be able to communicate easily with your lawyer to get updates on your case. You’ll also be kept informed throughout the duration of the case in order to make critical decisions in a timely manner. We care about giving you the details you need throughout.
Represented Defendants against claim of fraud, fraudulent misrepresentation where Plaintiff was seeking damages more than $15 million dollars. Defendant strongly asserted that the case was meritless and that he had done no wrongdoing. Successfully defended case and after long cause jury trial, the jury entered a verdict in favor of Defendant and the Plaintiff was awarded nothing
Successful jury verdict, no damages
Restaurant owner faced federal lawsuit for failing to provide equal access to disabled wheelchair bound adult. The federal lawsuit sought damages in excess of $100,000 plus attorney’s fees and costs. The case was settled for $13,000.
Settled for $13,000
Client had left his old employer and opened his own business. His old clients found him and began using his services at his new company. Past employer claimed that client had wrongfully solicited customers by misappropriated trade secret information. We successfully defended the claim before litigation commenced and proved that the client had committed no wrongdoing and had not solicited any of his old customers. Past employer dropped the claim before filing suit.
Case resolved quickly and without litigation
Successfully obtained ownership interest of real property owned by multiples persons but only one person on title and loan. The person on title claimed that he was the sole owner and denied any ownership interest to the other parties. The Heritage Law Group, filed suit and at mediation settled the matter with each owner getting their fair share. Property was sold and proceeds were split according to the ownership interest negotiated at settlement.
Settled fairly for each owner
Successfully defended against license revocation for real estate agent who committed one count of domestic violence against his spouse. The Heritage Law Group, a P.C. successfully negotiated a restricted license that would allow the real estate agent to continue working in his field.
Agent continues to work in his field
Business owners often say that they can’t afford to have an attorney and as to the accounting end of the business all they need is a bookkeeper since they don’t need to have a CPA until taxes are due.
The failure to disclose material facts about a home is perhaps the biggest complaint that triggers disputers between sellers and buyers.