Atty. Fran Solmor
Fran Solmor is a lawyer practicing business law, banking law, bankruptcy and 1 other area of law. Fran received a M.B.A. degree from Columbia University in 1974, and has been licensed for 38 years.
Banking Law & More Attorney · Serving Irvine, CA · 38+ Years Experience
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About Fran Solmor at a Glance
Fran Solmor is a estate planning, business, and bankruptcy attorney based in Irvine, California. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Admitted to practice in New York (1988), U.S. District Court, Northern District ofTexas (1990), and California (2005). Educated at Pace University (J.D., 1987) and Columbia University (M.B.A. University, 1974). Serves clients in Irvine, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Fran Solmor
- Fran Solmor is a lawyer practicing business law, banking law, bankruptcy and 1 other area of law
- Fran received a M.B.A. degree from Columbia University in 1974, and has been licensed for 38 years
- Fran practices in Irvine, CA
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Fran Solmor's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Fran Solmor handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Irvine.
Estate Planning & Probate in Irvine
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
Fran Solmor is one of 224,789 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in California →
Business & Corporate Law in Irvine
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Fran Solmor is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in California →
Bankruptcy & Debt in Irvine
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
Fran Solmor is one of 104,458 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in California →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Irvine
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 Irvine 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 venue, 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.
Irvine Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Irvine-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Irvine Choose Fran Solmor
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Fran Solmor's practice in the field of estate planning, business, and bankruptcy.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Fran Solmor brings 38+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in New York, U.S. District Court, Northern District ofTexas, and California, Fran Solmor can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering estate planning, business, and bankruptcy, Fran Solmor can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Irvine
A Irvine-based practice means Fran Solmor attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Fran Solmor Handles in Irvine
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Fran Solmor has experience with under California law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Fran Solmor directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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