Business Details
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Orange, CA
At Charles E McClung, Jr, we bring decades of dedicated legal expertise to clients across Southern California. Our practice, rooted in a six-generation legal heritage dating back to the Midnight Judges, prioritizes client needs through personalized attention and ethical representation. With AV Preeminent Peer Review Recognition from Martindale-Hubbell, we combine tradition with modern legal strategies to serve families and businesses. Our focus spans family law, estate planning, civil litigation, and appellate advocacy, ensuring comprehensive solutions tailored to individual needs.We uphold principles of integrity, professionalism, and community service, treating every client as a priority rather than a case file. Our team's deep understanding of California law and commitment to favorable outcomes has earned trust since 1979. By blending mediation expertise with aggressive litigation capabilities, we guide clients through complex legal challenges with clarity and compassion. Our legacy of excellence continues through a client-first philosophy that values long-term relationships over transactional interactions.
Services
Family Law
Estate Planning
Civil Litigation
Appeals
Mediation
Business Law
Real Property
Probate
Government Relations
Health Care Law
Highlights and features
- We offer over 40 years of legal expertise in family law and civil litigation
- Our team maintains an AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating for legal excellence
- We provide personalized attention with no case-file impersonality
- Our practice combines six generations of legal heritage with modern strategies
- We serve clients across California's most complex legal jurisdictions
Associations and certifications
- Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating
Services
Family Law
We provide comprehensive family law representation including divorce proceedings, child custody arrangements, and spousal support negotiations. Our attorneys advocate for parental rights while prioritizing children's best interests. Services include mediation, asset division, and post-nuptial agreement drafting across Laguna Beach and California.
Estate Planning
Our estate planning services create customized solutions for asset protection and legacy preservation. We draft wills, establish trusts, and develop guardianship plans for children and pets. The practice includes tax minimization strategies and advance healthcare directives to ensure your wishes are honored during incapacity or after death.
Civil Litigation
We represent clients in business disputes, contract breaches, and property litigation matters. Our approach combines negotiation skills with aggressive courtroom advocacy. The practice covers state and federal court proceedings, including construction disputes, partnership conflicts, and consumer litigation cases throughout California.
Appeals
Our appellate practice handles post-trial motions, writs, and appeals in state and federal courts. We analyze case errors, prepare briefs, and present oral arguments before California's appellate divisions. Services include defending favorable rulings and challenging adverse judgments with strategic legal analysis.
Mediation Services
We offer mediation solutions for divorce and civil matters that prioritize collaborative problem-solving. Our certified mediators facilitate settlements while maintaining client control over outcomes. This service provides cost-effective alternatives to traditional litigation through structured negotiation processes.
People
Charles E McClung, Jr
Partner
Practicing law since 1979 with admissions to multiple federal circuits. Recipient of Martindale-Hubbell's AV Preeminent rating. Specializes in family law, civil litigation, and appellate advocacy while maintaining Phi Kappa Phi and Order of the Coif honors.
Questions
What areas of law does Charles E. McClung, Jr. specialize in?
We specialize in family law, estate planning, civil litigation, appeals, business law, and real property matters across California.
How long has the firm been practicing law?
Our firm has provided legal services since 1979, with six generations of legal heritage dating back to 1801.
What makes your firm different from other law practices?
We combine AV-rated legal excellence with personalized service, treating each client as a priority rather than a case file.
Do you handle cases outside Orange County?
Yes, we represent clients throughout California, including appellate courts and federal jurisdictions.
How can I schedule a consultation?
Contact us via phone at 949-497-3388 or through our online contact form to schedule your appointment.
