Atty. Gregory G. Brown

Atty. Gregory G. Brown

Gregory G. Brown, Esq. is an accomplished jury trial veteran and Certified Specialist in Civil Trial Advocacy, a distinction earned by only 140 lawyers in California.

Irvine Irvine 39 yrs experience 39 year
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Profile Summary

About Gregory G. Brown at a glance

Gregory G. Brown is a personal injury, family law, business, real estate, and estate litigation attorney based in Irvine, California, practicing at Brown & Charbonneau LLP. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Admitted to practice in California (1987). Educated at University of San Diego (J.D., 1987) and Arizona State University (—, 1984). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Family Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Real Estate (2026). Serands clients in Irvine, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Gregory G. Brown, Esq. is an accomplished jury trial veteran and Certified Specialist in Civil Trial Advocacy, a distinction earned by only 140 lawyers in California
  • A trial lawyer for over 30 years, he has spent over 200 days as lead trial counsel in jury trials throughout California
  • A student of the jury trial, Brown has been awardedMartindale-Hubbell’s highest honor, an AV Rating, signifying that his legal abilities are of the “very highest standard” and his professional ethics are “unquestionable.” He is a member of The American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA) and has been selected for inclusion in Super Lawyers for nine years straight
  • Mr Brown has been named to Best Lawyers annual list of the Best Lawyers in America
  • He has earned the coveted Avvo Rating of “Superb 10/10” and is Lead Counsel Rated
  • Brown has been named to the prestigious Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers since 1997
  • He is also a graduate of the internationally renowned Strauss Institute for Dispute Resolution and the National Institute of Trial Advocacy
  • Brown’s trial and litigation experience includes contract actions, fraud cases, trade secret litigation, trust litigation, commercial contract disputes, intellectual property disputes, unfair competition, false advertising, shareholder derivative actions, corporate litigation, complex dissolution actions, real estate & construction, personal injury and professional liability suits
  • Recently he obtained a $2,930,000 verdict for his client in a business fraud case against a publicly traded company and two of its directors
  • His successful defense of a Fortune 500 company in a $30,000,000 fraud and breach of contract jury trial was featured in Verdict Magazine
  • One of his largest trials involved a trust and community property dispute over the ownership of a well known food & beverage manufacturer valued at over $175,000,000
  • The Los Angelese Daily Journal has featured Brown’s achievements onmultiple occasions, including a full page “Litigator Profile”
  • Brown’s cases and many trial successes have been featured in many magazines and periodicals, including Forbes Magazine
  • Brown has written dozens of articles and serves as a Mediator and Arbitrator
  • He also speaks regularly on legal issues and has been an instructor and judge for the OCBA College of Trial Advocacy

Practice Areas Explained

Gregory G. Brown's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Gregory G. Brown handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Family Law

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Business & Corporate Law

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Real Estate Law

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Estate & Trust Litigation

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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 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 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 Gregory G. Brown

Where is Gregory G. Brown's law office located?
Gregory G. Brown's law practice is located in Irvine, California. The firm is Brown & Charbonneau LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Gregory G. Brown handle?
Gregory G. Brown focuses on personal injury, family law, business, real estate, estate litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Gregory G. Brown practiced law?
Gregory G. Brown has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did Gregory G. Brown go to law school?
Gregory G. Brown earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (—, 1984).
How can I contact Gregory G. Brown for a consultation?
You can contact Gregory G. Brown 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 Gregory G. Brown received?
Gregory G. Brown's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation; Best Lawyers in America — Family Law; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Real Estate; Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:.

Education

J.D.
University of San Diego
- 1987
Arizona State University
- 1984

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Family Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Real Estate
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Advertising Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships)
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Individuals
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Construction
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Intellectual Property
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Securities
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Trusts and Estates
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Mediation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Trade Secrets Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — False Advertising
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Super Lawyers (Top 5%) of California attorneys
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA)
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Highest Superb 10.0/10.0 by AVVO Legal Ratings
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Highest AV Rating by Martindale - Hubbell
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Top 100 Trial Lawyers US by National Trial Lawyers
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum Member
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Leaders in the Law by Forbes Magazine
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Lead Counsel Rated by Reuters
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Attorney of the Year - Western US by Rocket Lawyer
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Bar Register of Preeminent Attorneys by Lexis
- 2026

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1987

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