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Directory of business lawyers in Santa Cruz, California. Verify credentials with the state bar before hiring.
19 attorneys listed
Updated May 2026
Santa Cruz, CA
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Showing 19 business lawyers in Santa Cruz, CA
Listings are displayed in no particular order and are not ranked by BeforeAttorney. Order does not constitute a recommendation or endorsement of any attorney.
The Corman Law Offices
740 Front St #200, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
(831) 427-2414 cormanlaw.net
Hamlyn & Guerrero
55 River St UNIT 240, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
(831) 420-3500 rymap.org
King Personal Injury & Car Accident Lawyers
212 Laurel St Suite 208, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
(831) 200-2600 attorneyaccidentinjury.com
Law Offices of George J Gigarjian
108 Locust St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
(831) 429-1440 georgeglaw.com
Fine Point Law
113 Cooper St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
(831) 471-5293 finepointlaw.com
The Law Office of Leila Vaez-Iravani
765 Cedar St #202, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
(408) 656-1919 vaeziravanilaw.com
Law Offices of Andrew C. Janecki
1517 Mission St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
(831) 459-0427 santacruz-criminaldefense.com
Braff Law Car Accident Personal Injury Lawyers
200 Washington St Suite 109B, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
(831) 777-5649 brafflawfirm.com
Martin Legal
101 Cooper St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
(831) 204-8227 martin-legal.net
Law Office of Balam O Letona, Inc.
1509 Seabright Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
(831) 421-0200 letonalaw.com
Law Offices of Kayla Grant
133 Mission St # 290, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
(831) 440-7839 kgrantlaw.com
Dina Hoffman
736 Chestnut St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
(831) 423-1411
Penrose Chun & Gorman LLP
1200 Pacific Ave STE 260, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
(831) 515-3344 pcg-llp.com
Brereton, Mohamed, & Korte LLP
1362 Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
(831) 429-6391 breretonlawoffice.com
Law Office of Nicolle Nelson
542 Ocean St Suite B, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
(831) 425-5828 nelsontrustlaw.com
Des Jardins Lucille
542 Ocean St Suite B, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
(831) 425-5828 ldjlaw.com
Beck & Mathiesen APC
700 Frederick St # 306, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
(831) 429-0181 beckmathiesen.com
Law Office of Lisa Z. Greenburg
55 River St UNIT 220, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
(831) 227-3324 lisagreenburglaw.com
Law Office of James C. Eschen
55 River St #100, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
(831) 458-0502 ext. 129
eschenlaw.net
Business lawyers in Santa Cruz California help entrepreneurs and companies with entity formation, contract drafting, and regulatory compliance. California law requires specific disclosures in business contracts and imposes strict rules under the California Corporations Code. Local attorneys understand the unique needs of Santa Cruz businesses from tech startups to retail shops.
What Does a Business Lawyer in Santa Cruz Cost?
Business lawyer costs in California typically range from $250 to $600 per hour. Flat fees for simple LLC formation can be $1,000 to $2,500 while contract review may cost $500 to $2,000. Complex litigation or mergers can cost $10,000 or more. Costs vary by case and attorney experience. This is general information not legal advice.
* Cost estimates are general ranges based on publicly available data and compiled using automated research tools. Actual fees vary by attorney and case complexity. This is not legal advice — consult directly with an attorney for fee specifics.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does a business lawyer in Santa Cruz do?
A business lawyer handles entity formation like LLCs and corporations, drafts and reviews contracts, and advises on compliance with California business laws. They also represent clients in disputes and help with mergers or acquisitions.
When should I hire a business lawyer in California?
You should hire a business lawyer when forming a company, signing a major contract, or facing a lawsuit. California has strict filing deadlines for business documents and short statutes of limitations for breach of contract claims which is typically four years.
What are common business structures in California?
Common structures include sole proprietorships, partnerships, LLCs, and corporations. California requires LLCs and corporations to file a Statement of Information with the Secretary of State every year and pay a minimum franchise tax of $800.
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