Lawrence Hales
Attorney at Law
Whatever your legal needs may be, I am here to help. As a dedicated general practice attorney, I take great pride in providing top-tier legal representation tailored to your unique situation.
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Practicing law in the Antelope Valley since 1995, I specialize in business law, landlord/tenant disputes, civil litigation, criminal defense, and minor offenses such as traffic violations. Beyond assisting individuals, I also handle jury and bench trials on behalf of other attorneys, ensuring their clients receive skilled courtroom advocacy.
Whether you're seeking legal counsel for yourself or need trial representation as an attorney, my priority is to deliver the best possible outcome for your case.
Experience
Attorney at Law
Since June 1980 - Present
Specializing in jury and bench trials for attorneys, my practice includes business litigation, civil litigation, criminal defense, unlawful detainers, family law, and general practice.
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Law Professor
Layton School of Law, August 1999 - Present
Civil Procedure, Corporations I, and Corporations II and Computer and Cyber Law.
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Adjunct Professor
Antelope Valley Community College
January 1998 - Present
Professor of Business Law
Education
Strauss Institute for Dispute Resolution
Legal Specialty Training
Pepperdine University School of Law, Pepperdine, CA Jun '04
Juris Doctorate (Law)
Washington College of Law, Washington DC Jun '80
Clerked with the U. S. Civil Rights Commission and with the Federal National Mortgage Association.
Bachelor of Science
Finance with minors in Economics & Accounting
American University, Washington, DC May '77
Awards & Commendations
U. S. Congress Certificate of Special Recognition 1999
U. S. House of Representatives Certificate of Special Recognition 2002
Certificate of Special Congressional Recognition (U.S.) 2002
Certificate of Special Congressional Recognition (U.S.) 1998
State of California Senate Certificate of Recognition 2001
California Superior Court Certificate of Appreciation 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005
Los Angeles Superior Court Certificate of Appreciation for Volunteer Services 2007
California State Assembly Certificate of Recognition 2002
California State Assembly Certificate of Recognition 2001
California State Senate Certificate of Recognition 2000
California State Assembly Certificate of Recognition 1999
County of Los Angeles Commendation 2002
City of Lancaster Recognition of Service 2002
County of Los Angeles Commendation 2000
City of Palmdale Commendation 1995
City of Lancaster Recognition of Service 1999
City of Los Angeles Commendation 1999
Community Involment
President, Quartz Hill Town Counsel
President Kosovo Refugee Relief Fund (A Red Cross Affiliate)
Councilman, Quartz Hill Town Counsel
President, Lane Park Board
President Antelope Valley Bar Association
Current & Former Clients
County of Los Angeles
Wells Fargo Bank
City National Bank
First Interstate Bank,
California Trust Bank
South Trust Bank of Florida
Cal Trust Bank
City of Palmdale
Noteworthy Accomplishments
As part of a venture capital team, I helped finance the first cell phone site in America.
While working for the Federal National Mortgage Association, played a small role in creating
the subprime mortgage pools which later caused the almost complete melt down of the world economy.
Won the West Coast Regional Humor Championship and played at the New Orleans Hotel in Las Vegas.
Sponsored EMT electro shock machines for the Antelope Valley Courthouse
Other Experience & Education
Education in Legal Ethics, Bench Conduct and Demeanor/Elimination of Bias - for Bench Officers
Judicial Officers Preventing and Responding to Sexual Harassment-Compliance with Government Code 12950.1
Pepperdine University School of Law - Negotiating the Litigated Case
Appellate Practice for the General Practitioner
Temporary Judge Training Program
Cross Cultural Skills Training for Bench Officers