Lawyers and advisers in California, US
Find proven, recommended lawyers and professional advisers in California, US, across corporate and commercial work, disputes, tax, property, employment, immigration and every other practice area. Compare the profiles below and contact an adviser directly.
The most represented practice areas in California, US are Intellectual Property, Dispute Resolution & Litigation and Banking & Finance. Use the filters below to narrow by specialism or practice area, or search by name or firm.
Experts
Adam M. Klotz
Mr. Klotz specializes in corporate and business transactions, with a particular focus on mergers and acquisitions, venture capital and private equity financings, licensing, and the structuring, formation, and financing of complex domestic…
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Martin Korman
Martin Korman, corporate partner at Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati in California, US, won the Corporate INTL Global Awards 2026 M&A Law Firm of the Year in California, US.
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How do I find a good lawyer or adviser in California, US?
Check that they are qualified or registered to practise in California, US, for example with the local bar association or professional body, and that they have handled matters like yours, including any cross-border element. Ask who will do the work, which languages they work in and how they charge before you instruct them. Each lawyer or adviser listed on this page has a profile with their firm, practice areas and contact details, so you can compare them before getting in touch.
How much does a lawyer cost in California, US?
Fees depend on the firm, the experience of the person advising you and how complex the matter is. Firms commonly charge by the hour, a fixed fee for a defined piece of work, or a combination of the two. Ask for a written estimate and the terms of engagement before any work starts.
Do I need a local lawyer or adviser in California, US if I am based abroad?
Matters governed by the law of California, US, or that involve its courts, registries or authorities, usually need an adviser qualified there. If you already have an adviser at home, they can often work alongside a local lawyer or adviser in California, US, which keeps the advice joined up on cross-border matters.
Should I use a lawyer or an adviser?
Use a lawyer for legal advice, contracts and anything that may end up before a court or a regulator. Advisers such as accountants, tax advisers and consultants handle compliance, financial and business advice. Many matters need both, which is why Find an Expert lists both, under the Legal and Advisory specialisms.
How do I contact a lawyer or adviser in California, US through Corporate INTL?
Open any profile on this page to see the contact details the firm has provided, such as telephone, email and website. Every profile also has a "Contact via Corporate INTL" button if you would rather send your request through us.