Irvine, California
Counsel for what matters most.
Considered advice. Committed advocacy.
A California law firm representing individuals, families and businesses in state and federal courts.
The Firm
Premium Legal Partners is a California law firm in Irvine. We represent individuals, families and businesses — in the courtroom, at the negotiating table, and in the agreements and plans that protect what they have built.
We learn the heart of a matter quickly, explain the client’s position in plain language, and choose the forum — negotiation, a formal demand, mediation or the courtroom — that best serves the client’s interests.
Each matter is led by a responsible attorney, supported by paralegals and case managers. Matters that cross practice lines — the immigration consequences of a criminal charge, or a divorce involving real estate or business assets — are handled by one coordinated team.
Practices
Nine practices, one coordinated team.
Disputes & Defense
In the courtroom and at the negotiating table.
- 1Civil LitigationStrategic representation in civil disputes — resolved through negotiation, mediation or trial.
- 2Criminal DefenseA rigorous, strategic defense — protecting your rights from the first hour after arrest through trial.
- 3Personal InjuryRepresentation for those harmed by negligence — built on evidence, experts and readiness for trial.
Individuals & Families
Status, family and the future.
- 4ImmigrationFamily- and employment-based immigration for individuals, families and employers.
- 5Family LawCareful, discreet counsel for divorce, custody, support and the agreements that protect families.
- 6Surrogacy & Fertility LawAgreements and court proceedings for surrogacy, donation and assisted reproduction.
Business & Private Clients
Structure, property and legacy.
- 7Business & CorporateFormation, governance and the agreements that let a company grow on a sound legal footing.
- 8Real EstateTransactions, leasing and real-estate disputes — from contract to closing to the courtroom.
- 9Trusts, Estates & ProbatePlans that protect a legacy — and steady counsel through probate and estate disputes.
People
The attorneys
Our attorneys appear in state and federal courts. Between them they are admitted in California, New York and Connecticut, in the federal district courts of California, and in the Second and Ninth Circuits.
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Michael Israel
Partner
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William J. Penisten
Senior Attorney
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Jonathan Rapel
Senior Attorney
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Garth Sullivan
Senior Attorney
Professional staff
Our attorneys are supported by five paralegals and case managers, who work in English, Mandarin and Cantonese.
All people- Tianyi GuSenior Paralegal
- Denise LauCase Manager
- Runze LiCase Manager
- Cedar WangParalegal
- Yifan ZhangParalegal
Approach
How we work
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A responsible attorney
Each matter is led by a responsible attorney, supported by paralegals and other legal professionals where appropriate.
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Clarity before commitment
We explain the fee structure and anticipated costs before you retain the firm, and give a realistic estimate of timing once we understand your situation.
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Kept informed
By email, telephone and scheduled check-ins — and promptly whenever there is meaningful movement in your matter.
Languages
- EnglishThe firm’s attorneys
- 普通话Mandarin
- 粤语Cantonese
Our attorneys practise in English. Members of our professional staff — paralegals and case managers — assist clients in Mandarin and Cantonese. They are not attorneys and do not give legal advice.
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Arrange a consultation.
Call or write to the office to arrange an initial consultation. It helps to bring any documents, notices or correspondence related to your matter, and a brief timeline of events.
Premium Legal Partners
16451 Scientific Way
Irvine, California 92618
- Telephone
- (657) 225-5555
- office@plpslaw.com