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Laguna Pet Parade and Chili Cookoff





























Laguna Legal is proud to be a sponsor of the 20th Annual Laguna Pet Parade and Chili Cookoff this Sunday, 9/25 from 11:00AM to 3:00PM.  The event will be held at Tivoli Too!, 777 Laguna Canyon Road.  We will have a booth and will be serving Gelato.  
 
Please stop by and say hello and learn how Laguna Legal can assist you with all of you legal needs.

For more event information, go to http://www.lbr-caf.info/.  

WIN A FREE LIVING TRUST, $750 VALUE


























Go to ourLaguna Legal Facebook Page and "LIKE" and "Share" our Living Trust 

Giveaway post and you will automatically be entered into a drawing for a FREE

COMPLETE SINGLE LIVING TRUST PACKAGE, a $750 value!  

This package includes: 
1. Certificate of Trust
2. Living Trust
3. Pour-Over Will
4. Financial Power of Attorney
5. Healthcare Power of Attorney

Don't forget to share this offer with your family and friends! Also, don't forget to change your privacy setting on the share to public so we know that you shared.

Do you have a Small Claims Hearing and need HELP?

Don’t Stress! 

Let Laguna Legal assist you with your SMALL CLAIMS case. Call us today. 949-497-9800

Need Help with Credit Issues?

It’s NEVER too late to fix your CREDIT! 

Call Laguna Legal today at 949-497-9800 to start the credit clean-up process.

Why Choose Laguna Legal

 We will provide you with personal, high-quality and reliable, affordable legal document, mediation and paralegal services.

We offer the best service in Orange County for Divorce, Living Trusts and Estate Planning, Credit Repair, Divorce Mediation, Immigration, Notary Service and Loan Signings, Legal Assistance, Paralegal and Attorney Connections.

Call us today to find out how we can assist you!  949-497-9800



We've Moved!










We've BOUGHT A BUILDING and have moved to Mission Viejo!

Our new address is:
24800 Chrisanta Drive, Suite 200
Mission Viejo, CA 92691

We're right off the 5 Freesay at the La Paz exit. 

We're open for business so come by and see us!

Don't wait until it's to late to get a Living Trust!











































Don't wait until it's to late to get a Living Trust!

Watch this Video below and Learn more about our Living Trust.  Call Laguna Legal and schedule your appointment Today! (949) 497-9800

GUESS WHO WAS IN THE PAPER
























GUESS WHO WAS IN THE PAPER

A balance of professional, family, and community life – and some fun thrown in the mix By MAGGI HENRIKSON Photos by Aga Stuchlik

Thank you StuNewsLagunaMaggi Lawrence Henrikson and Aga Stuchlik with www.AgaStuchlikPhotography.com for making this possible.

http://www.stunewslaguna.com/front-page-ii/20986-laguna-life-and-people-060716



Laguna Beach Legal is Orange County's BEST legal document and mediation service!





















Laguna Beach Legal is Orange County's BEST legal document and mediation service specializing in:

Uncontested Divorce, Mediated Divorce, QDRO (Pre-Tax Division of 401K/Pension), Child Custody/Support Modification, Guardianship or Conservatorship, Corporation, Credit Repair, Pre-Marital Agreements, Power of Attorney, Special Needs Trust, Living Trust Amendment, Living Trust Complete Estate Plan...

Even if you don't see the service you are looking for on this site, call us. If we can't help you, we will refer you to someone reliable that can.

Isn’t it time to get that Power of Attorney?

Isn’t it time to get that Power of Attorney? 

Laguna Beach Legal Can assist you today! (949) 497-9800


Are you finally ready to process your QDRO?

Are you finally ready to process your QDRO? 
Let Laguna Beach Legal help you with your QDRO Today! (949) 497-9800 

What is a QDRO: Qualified Domestic Relations Order 

DEFINITION of 'Qualified Domestic Relations Order - QDRO ' A type of court order typically found in a divorce agreement that recognizes that the ex-spouse is entitled to receive a predefined portion of the individual's retirement plan.

Don't wait until it's to late to get a Living Trust!

Don't wait until it's to late to get a Living Trust.

Watch this Video below and Learn more about our Living Trust. 

Call Laguna Beach Legal and schedule your appointment Today! 

(949) 497-9800

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S9zukbJ4VqM





Need help responding to a CIVIL SUIT?

Need help responding to a CIVIL SUIT? 

Call Laguna Beach Legal and let us help you today! (949) 497-9800

Need help setting up your Corporation or LLC?

Need help setting up your Corporation or LLC? Call Laguna Beach Legal & Schedule your appointment today! (949) 497-9800


Divorce Payment Plan of $500 per month

Laguna Beach Legal offers a Divorce Payment Plan of $500 per month. 

TheDivorce Payment Planof $500 per month includes the following and will continue until judgment is entered or final service is completed:
 
1 set of Divorce papers, case initiation (Completed at first meeting).

2 set of Divorce papers (30 days from when your spouse is served).

We serve your spouse in our office at no charge. Additional cost of $150, if a       process server is used to serve your spouse at home or office address

DIVORCE MEDIATION INFORMATION VIDEO

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Divorce Mediation is the Best Choice When Going Through a Divorce
Ellie Tipton Ortiz discusses her passion for mediation and why she feels that mediation is the best option when going through a divorce. Ellie has successfully guided thousands toward settlement. She...
Divorce can be an exceptionally difficult process to navigate on your own, but at Laguna Beach Legal we've simplified the process and will guide you through it!

Laguna Beach Legal Encourages You To Protect Yourself

If you are a victim of Identity Theft, call Laguna Beach Legal, we can help!!  
Call us at 1-949-497-9800.

Protect yourself from Identity theft by getting off these lists.  

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Laguna Beach Legal nominated as Best Professional Service by Laguna Beach Chamber of Commerce

Laguna Beach Legal has been nominated as Best Professional Service of the Year by the Laguna Beach Chamber of Commerce.  The winner will be announced at the award ceremony which will take place on January 23, 2015 at 6:00 p.m.  

This is a double honor for Ellie Tipton Ortiz, because the Woman's Club of Laguna Beach was also nominated at Best Non-Profit of the Year.  Ellie is the Past President of the Woman's Club of Laguna Beach and currently serves on the board.  Ellie will join her fellow board members for a double victory (fingers crossed)!

Ellie Tipton Ortiz is The Mediator OC

We are excited to announce the launch of our site:  themediatoroc.com

This site is specifically designed to address Divorce Mediation.  We hope you enjoy the website and share it with anyone you know who is going through a divorce.  Our goal is that every divorcing couple try mediation as an alternative to a long, drawn out litigation.  Our office has a 99% success rate, so mediation is definitely a great option to pursue prior to engaging in litigation.

Laguna Beach Legal now offer's Order Online Option

By placing your order online you eliminate the cost of in office consultation fees for some services.  Our office will contact you within 24 hours of receiving your payment.  The services available for online order are: Credit Repair, Uncontested Divorce, QDRO, Living Trust - Single Person, Living Trust - Married Couple, Grant Deed, Power of Attorney.

Visit the Order Online tab of our website for more information.

Laguna Beach Legal is on Yelp!!

See what people are saying about us on Yelp! Hope you decide to share your great experience working with our office. Thank you to all who have shared.


Ellie Ortiz talks about Laguna Beach Legal, her services and ability to help Orange County Residents

On August 13, 2014, Ellie Ortiz Presented at the Board of Realtors Marketing Meeting.  Watch the video below (at the bottom of this post) to learn about Laguna Beach Legal...
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Laguna Beach Legal presented by Ellie Ortiz
Ellie Ortiz talks about Laguna Beach Legal, her services and ability to help Orange County residents with Divorce Mediation, Living Trusts and Credit Repair.

WIN A FREE LIVING TRUST BY FOLLOWING US ON FACEBOOK!

There is no time like the present to make sure your assets are protected.  "LIKE" us on Facebook and "SHARE" this promotion with your Facebook friends and you will automatically be entered into a drawing for a FREE, COMPLETE SINGLE LIVING TRUST PACKAGEa $750 value!   
This package includes
1. Certificate of Trust
2. Living Trust 
3. Pour-Over Will
4. Financial Power of Attorney
5. Healthcare Power of Attorney

ELLIE ORTIZ, NOMINATED FOR WOMAN'S CLUB, WOMAN OF THE YEAR 2014

Nine women were nominated to be the Laguna Beach Woman’s Club 2014 “Woman of the Year.”  Short bios were submitted for each nominee, by their nominators.  Below is mine.  I was nominated by a fellow board member of the Woman's Club, who I've known since we were 18 years old.  A luncheon to celebrate the winner will be held at the Woman’s Club and is open to the public.

Ellie Ortiz and I met at the start of our adult lives at Saddleback Valley College. Soon after, life took us in different directions and we lost touch for years.

$500 PER MONTH AFFORDABLE DIVORCE PACKAGES

For the past few months, I have been working out a way to make Divorce and Divorce Mediation more affordable.  This month we launched an affordable monthly payment plan. 
 
As a client you will receive the same terrific service as you would with an up-front $3,000 payment, but instead have the option to pay in manageable increments.
 
Here is how it works.  You schedule a $100 one-on-one hour-long consultation so we can determine if your matter is uncontested or requires more attention.

Special Needs Trusts and Conservatorships

As some of you know, I am the president of the Woman's Club of Laguna Beach.  On January 16, 2014 the Woman's Club is presenting "PLANS TO CURE AUTISM".  The presentation will be made by Dr. J. Gargus, MD, PhD who will describe the cutting edge research, diagnosis and treatment being developed at UCI for Autism. This subject reminded me to make this post.

Many of us know someone that needs a Special Needs Trust or Conservatorship.  Laguna Beach Legal can help.

Workshop to Help You Get Through High Conflict Divorce

A friend of mine offers the following workshop.  Laguna Beach Legal can help you resolve the legal document and mediation side of your divorce and I hope you consider this workshop to help you with the emotional side...

Getting Through High Conflict Divorce
Divorce is difficult. High conflict divorce is UNBEARABLE!

This workshop is designed to help divorcees navigate through high conflict divorce. The workshop will focus on the following topics:
 
• Grief and loss
• Transitioning to a different but better place

Happy Holidays from Laguna Beach Legal Document and Mediation Center

Happy Holidays from Laguna Beach Legal.  Thank you for making 2013 a great year for us.  We couldn't have done it without you.  May all of your holiday wishes come true.

Laguna Beach Legal offers the following services:                    

• Notary Public - $10         
• Corporation - $500 - $750         

Visit our office and vote for "Scarecrow Justice"

The Chamber of Commerce has started the first annual Scarecrow Fest and Contest.  Twenty-two local businesses are participating in the Scarecrow Contest.  The scarecrows are judged based on the following criteria:  Most Laguna Beach; Best Use of Natural Materials; Most Humorous; Best Use of Recycled Material; Best Business Theme; Spookiest; Most Artistic; and Best Action Scarecrow.  Voters are asked to visit each location before making their final decision.  A ballot box is located at each location.

Radio Interview with Mediator Ellie Ortiz and Attorney Barry Fischer

Divorce Mediation is a great alternative to long, drawn out, divorce litigation. Our office has a 99% success rate, so mediation is naturally the best "first step" in the divorce process...and hopefully the "last step" in the process as well.  This video show's Ellie Ortiz with Beverly Hills Attorney, Barry Fischer, discussing mediation vs. litigation. 

Click on the photo below to watch the video:



Happy Memorial Day

The Memorial Day weekend marks the beginning of the busy summer season.   Before the craziness begins let Laguna Beach Legal help you tie up those legal loose ends you’ve been putting off so you can focus on enjoying your summer.

Laguna Beach Legal offers the following services:

          • Notary Public - $10

          • Corporation - $500 - $750

          • Credit Repair - $500

Happy Mother's Day From Laguna Beach Legal

Give your mom the perfect Mother's Day Gift.


A Living Trust can provide your mother with the peace of mind that comes from knowing that her assets and her heirs will be protected in the event that she unexpectedly become unable to handle her own financial affairs. 

A Living Trust can be written in a way that will pass assets on to designated beneficiaries immediately upon death, or can designate the assets to be portioned out over time and in specific amounts.  A Living Trust also eliminates the need for the estate to pass through probate court before it can be passed on to heirs.

Grand Opening of Boat Canyon Location

Ribbon Cutting, The Laguna Beach Legal family.  Jake Ortiz (left), Layla Tipton, Billie Sutherland, Ellie Tipton Ortiz, Roland Ortiz and Cameron TiptonNewport Beach Chamber of Commerce congratulates Laguna Beach Legal on their new location.  Photo includes D.J. Martin (left), Billie Sutherland, Connie Burlin, Sergio Prince, Justin IntVeld, Roland Ortiz, Ellie Ortiz, Allan Mansoor (Assemblyman) and Pam Smith (Newport Chamber)Ellie Ortiz and her FamilySergio Prince (Pat Bates office), Connie Burlin, Ellie Ortiz and Allan Mansoor (Assemblyman)Laguna Beach Legal, Grand Opening CelebrationLaguna Beach Legal, Grand Opening CelebrationAllan Mansoon, Assemblyman 74th District visits with guest at the Laguna Beach Legal Grand Opening CelebrationEllie Ortiz waits to greet guests as they arrive for the Grand Opening Celebration

Passerby's view the festivities from Pacific Coast Highway

REDUCE YOUR TAX DEBT IN 2013

The biggest complaint I've heard this year is how people have discovered that they owe more in taxes than they expected or planned for.  There are many legal avenues to reduce your tax debt.  One avenue is to set up an LLC or Corporation.  Another is to set up a Living Trust.  Our office can also assist you with an Offer in Compromise to reduce the amount of past due taxes owed.

Every year millions of people sign up for monthly gym memberships and hire personal trainers in hopes of improving their physical condition….

Laguna Beach Legal Supports The Orange County Affiliate of Susan G. Komen For The Cure®

Laguna Beach Legal will donate $62.50 from the proceeds of every Living Trust prepared through the end of 2012 to Komen for the Cure.  The cost for a mammogram is $125 and Laguna Beach Legal hopes to provide a mammogram to at least 50 women through this fund raising effort.
 
Our Living Trusts are available for all California residents and can be prepared and mailed to non-local patrons, who don't have the ability to visit our office in person.
 
The cost for a complete estate plan is as follows:

Summer is Over, Now It's Time to Settle Your Affairs

 
Laguna Beach Legal can help you get your document needs fulfilled quickly and efficiently. Plus, you will get personal attention and high quality service.  Now that Summer is over, and the routine is back on track, set up an appointment and we can help you review/set up a Living Trust, set up or close a Corporation, clean up you Credit Report, and we even offer Divorce Mediation which we have 99% success rate.

We work with numerous attorneys and complete legal documents for them. We also work directly with the public, so by using our service you will be going directly to the source.

Start Summer Off Right, Get a Living Trust, Credit Repair, etc.

Laguna Beach Legal can help you get your document needs fulfilled quickly and efficiently.  Plus, you will get personal attention and high quality service.

We work with numerous attorneys and complete legal documents for them.  We also work directly with the public, so by using our service you will be going directly to the source.
Ellie Tipton Ortiz is a certified Paralegal and a bonded and certified Legal Document Assistant. Her area of expertise is divorce mediation and she has successfully guided thousands toward settlement.

Dealing with Life's Challenges

Ellie Tipton Ortiz is a certified paralegal and a bonded and certified legal document assistant.  Her area of expertise is Divorce Mediation.  She has successfully guided thousands towards settlement.  Her clients include numerous celebrities and CEO's of major corporations.
 
Ellie's drive to assist her clients stems from watching the effects that her parents' divorce had on her younger brother who eventually died of a drug overdose at a young age.  This drive and passion is relevant in her everyday business practice.

Is Estate Planning Only for the "Wealthy"?

A common misconception is that only the very "Wealthy" need to worry about estate planning and only they can benefit from a Living Trust....This is not true!

Ellie Tipton Ortiz is a certified paralegal and a bonded and certified legal document assistant.  She can help you set up your estate plan and transfer your real estate into a Living Trust. This will allow your loved ones to avoid the expensive and stress filled probate process.

A good financial planner can help you grow your wealth.

What Is Divorce Mediation?

Divorce mediation is about you and your soon to be ex-spouse deciding your own divorce and what is best for the both of youand most importantly, your children.In mediation, you and your spouse meet with a neutral third party, the mediator, Ellie Tipton Ortiz, and with Ellie's help, you work through the issues you need to resolve so the two of you can end your marriage as amicably and cost effective as possible. The issues covered include but are not limited to the following:

1. Distribution of Property (Assets/Liabilities)

Happy Anniversary To Laguna Beach Legal

February marks the one year anniversary at our Laguna Beach location, but that doesn't mean Ellie only has one year of experience.  She has successfully been assisting clients with their legal needs since 1998, with a specialty in divorce mediation. She has personally mediated over 2,000 divorces since 1998.
 
Laguna Beach Legal is run by Ellie Tipton Ortiz.  A certified paralegal and bonded and certified legal document assistant.    
 
 
  • Divorce 

New Years Resolution...

Many New Year Resolutions include getting legal affairs in order.  We would love the opportunity to help you with your needs. 
 
Laguna Beach Legal is run by Ellie Tipton Ortiz.  A certified paralegal and bonded and certified legal document assistant.    
 
Ellie has successfully been assisting clients with their legal needs since 1998, with a specialty in divorce mediation.
 
  • Divorce - $500-$1,000
  • Living Trust  -  $500
  • Complete Estate Plan  -  $750

Celebrity and High Profile Divorce Mediation

One of the services I offer is celebrity and high profile divorce mediation. 
 
As with all my services, this is discrete and completely confidential.  I have successfully mediated numerous celebrity and high profile cases and offer after hours and mobile service.  I am also available to travel outside of California. I have even mediated cases Internationally. 
 
Please have your representative call my office to schedule a consultation.  (949) 497-9800.  I will assist you and your spouse in reaching an agreement, then your attorney can assist you with the necessary filings in your State.

Unlimited Free Consultations With Our Monthly Membership Plan

Laguna Beach Legal offers a monthly membership plan.  The cost of this plan is $100 per month and offers unlimited Free Consultations and one service valued at $500 each calendar year. 

Laguna Beach Legal is Orange County's best Paralegal Service for Divorce, Divorce Mediation, Family Law, Child Support, Spousal Support, Living Trust and Estate Planning, Credit Repair, Corporations, Power of Attorney, Pre-Nuptial Agreements, Bankruptcy, Immigration,QDRO (Pre-Tax Pension Plan Division),

Divorce Mediation, Living Trust, QDRO's, Credit Repair In Villa Park, Ca

Villa Park residents use Laguna Beach Legal for their Divorce, Divorce Mediation, Family Law, Child Support, Spousal Support, Living Trust and Estate Planning, Credit Repair, Corporations, Power of Attorney, Pre-Nuptial Agreements, Bankruptcy, Immigration, QDRO (Pre-Tax Pension Plan Division), Notary Public and other legal document needs. 

Just because you live in Villa Park doesn't mean you have to use a service in Villa Park.   Most services can be taken care of over the phone or with only one visit.  Divorce requires two visits.  We are only a short drive away and 100% trustworthy and dependable.  The peace of mind is worth a short drive.  We are located on the corner of Mountain and South Coast Highway, between Cress and Bluebird Canyon.  Driving directions are available on the Contact Us tab of this website.  Call for more information or to make an appointment today (949) 497-9800.

Divorce Mediation, Living Trust, QDRO's, Credit Repair In Orange, Ca

Orange residents use Laguna Beach Legal for their Divorce, Divorce Mediation, Family Law, Child Support, Spousal Support, Living Trust and Estate Planning, Credit Repair, Corporations, Power of Attorney, Pre-Nuptial Agreements, Bankruptcy, Immigration, QDRO (Pre-Tax Pension Plan Division), Notary Public and other legal document needs. 

Just because you live in Orange doesn't mean you have to use a service in Orange.   Most services can be taken care of over the phone or with only one visit.  Divorce requires two visits.  We are only a short drive away and 100% trustworthy and dependable.  The peace of mind is worth a short drive.  We are located on the corner of Mountain and South Coast Highway, between Cress and Bluebird Canyon.  Driving directions are available on the Contact Us tab of this website.  Call for more information or to make an appointment today (949) 497-9800.

Divorce Mediation, Living Trust, QDRO's, Credit Repair In Placentia, Ca

Placentia residents use Laguna Beach Legal for their Divorce, Divorce Mediation, Family Law, Child Support, Spousal Support, Living Trust and Estate Planning, Credit Repair, Corporations, Power of Attorney, Pre-Nuptial Agreements, Bankruptcy, Immigration, QDRO (Pre-Tax Pension Plan Division), Notary Public and other legal document needs. 

Just because you live in Placentia doesn't mean you have to use a service in Placentia.   Most services can be taken care of over the phone or with only one visit.  Divorce requires two visits.  We are only a short drive away and 100% trustworthy and dependable.  The peace of mind is worth a short drive.  We are located on the corner of Mountain and South Coast Highway, between Cress and Bluebird Canyon.  Driving directions are available on the Contact Us tab of this website.  Call for more information or to make an appointment today (949) 497-9800.

Divorce Mediation, Living Trust, QDRO's, Credit Repair In La Palma, Ca

La Palma residents use Laguna Beach Legal for their Divorce, Divorce Mediation, Family Law, Child Support, Spousal Support, Living Trust and Estate Planning, Credit Repair, Corporations, Power of Attorney, Pre-Nuptial Agreements, Bankruptcy, Immigration, QDRO (Pre-Tax Pension Plan Division), Notary Public and other legal document needs. 

Just because you live in La Palma doesn't mean you have to use a service in La Palma.   Most services can be taken care of over the phone or with only one visit.  Divorce requires two visits.  We are only a short drive away and 100% trustworthy and dependable.  The peace of mind is worth a short drive.  We are located on the corner of Mountain and South Coast Highway, between Cress and Bluebird Canyon.  Driving directions are available on the Contact Us tab of this website.  Call for more information or to make an appointment today (949) 497-9800.

Divorce Mediation, Living Trust, QDRO's, Credit Repair In Los Alamitos, Ca

Los Alamitos residents use Laguna Beach Legal for their Divorce, Divorce Mediation, Family Law, Child Support, Spousal Support, Living Trust and Estate Planning, Credit Repair, Corporations, Power of Attorney, Pre-Nuptial Agreements, Bankruptcy, Immigration, QDRO (Pre-Tax Pension Plan Division), Notary Public and other legal document needs. 

Just because you live in Los Alamitos doesn't mean you have to use a service in Los Alamitos.   Most services can be taken care of over the phone or with only one visit.  Divorce requires two visits.  We are only a short drive away and 100% trustworthy and dependable.  The peace of mind is worth a short drive.  We are located on the corner of Mountain and South Coast Highway, between Cress and Bluebird Canyon.  Driving directions are available on the Contact Us tab of this website.  Call for more information or to make an appointment today (949) 497-9800.

Divorce Mediation, Living Trust, QDRO's, Credit Repair In Stanton, Ca

Stanton residents use Laguna Beach Legal for their Divorce, Divorce Mediation, Family Law, Child Support, Spousal Support, Living Trust and Estate Planning, Credit Repair, Corporations, Power of Attorney, Pre-Nuptial Agreements, Bankruptcy, Immigration, QDRO (Pre-Tax Pension Plan Division), Notary Public and other legal document needs. 

Just because you live in Stanton doesn't mean you have to use a service in Stanton.   Most services can be taken care of over the phone or with only one visit.  Divorce requires two visits.  We are only a short drive away and 100% trustworthy and dependable.  The peace of mind is worth a short drive.  We are located on the corner of Mountain and South Coast Highway, between Cress and Bluebird Canyon.  Driving directions are available on the Contact Us tab of this website.  Call for more information or to make an appointment today (949) 497-9800.