Atty. Donald W. Flaig

Atty. Donald W. Flaig

Mr. Flaig, who was recently nominated and selected to The National Advocates Top 100 Attorneys, has concentrated on estate planning, wills, and trusts and assisting corporations (both large and small) in their maintenance, day to day operations, contract drafting, review and analysis and risk management.

Westlake Village Westlake Village 29 yrs experience 29 year
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Profile Summary

About Donald W. Flaig at a glance

Donald W. Flaig is a Founder based in Westlake Village, California, practicing at Flaig Law Firm Apc. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Their practice focuses on formation, trusts, estate planning, and business. Admitted to practice in California United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit United States District Court for the (1997). Educated at Southwestern University School of Law (J.D., 1997) and University of Southern California (B.A., 1994). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in Westlake Village, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mr. Flaig, who was recently nominated and selected to The National Advocates Top 100 Attorneys, has concentrated on estate planning, wills, and trusts and assisting corporations (both large and small) in their maintenance, day to day operations, contract drafting, review and analysis and risk management
  • Finally, Mr. Flaig has been active in the law and civil litigation since 1997 and can either assist and/or refer you to the appropriate qualified counsel for such matters
  • Outside the daily representation of his clients, Mr. Flaig has been actively involved in both legal and civic affairs
  • He is on the Board of Directors for the non-profit humanitarian organization, Help The Children
  • He has also served as a judge for mock trials at Southwestern University School of Law and at the University of Southern California School of Law
  • Prior to passing the California Bar in 1997, Mr. Flaig attended the University of Southern California and earned his B.A. in 1994
  • Immediately after receiving his degree, he attended Southwestern University School of Law where he became actively involved and was elected to the Board of Governors for the Interscholastic Trial Advocacy Team
  • As an advocate, Mr. Flaig competed in mock trials around the nation
  • This education and experience has given Mr. Flaig the ability to provide value to his clients in their legal matters
  • Mr. Flaig has once again been selected to SuperLawyers, which is only awared to 5% of the top attorneys in the State, and is published in Los Angeles Magazine this year
  • SuperLawyers are attorneys who have been proven to excel in the following: verdicts and settlements
  • transactions
  • representative clients
  • experience
  • honors and awards
  • special licenses and certifications
  • position within law firm
  • bar and or other professional activity
  • pro bono and community service as a lawyer
  • scholarly lectures and writings
  • education and employment background
  • and other outstanding achievements
  • Only 5% of lawyers in the State are designated with this honor
  • Mr. Flaig is proud to be one of them again this year
  • California State Bar License – 190150 Legal Organizations • The National Advocates Top 100 Attorneys • Association of Trial Lawyers of America • Consumer Attorneys of Los Angeles • Los Angeles County Bar Association • San Fernando Valley Bar Association • Ventura County Bar Association • American Bar Association

Practice Areas Explained

Donald W. Flaig's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Donald W. Flaig handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business Formation

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Trusts

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Donald W. Flaig is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in California →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Westlake Village are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Donald W. Flaig

Where is Donald W. Flaig's law office located?
Donald W. Flaig's law practice is located in Westlake Village, California. The firm is Flaig Law Firm Apc. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Donald W. Flaig handle?
Donald W. Flaig focuses on formation, trusts, estate planning, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Donald W. Flaig practiced law?
Donald W. Flaig has 29+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1997.
Where did Donald W. Flaig go to law school?
Donald W. Flaig earned their education at (J.D., 1997); (B.A., 1994).
How can I contact Donald W. Flaig for a consultation?
You can contact Donald W. Flaig directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Donald W. Flaig received?
Donald W. Flaig's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Southwestern University School of Law
- 1997
B.A.
University of Southern California
- 1994

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

California United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit United States District Court for the
Admitted: 1997

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