Catanese & Wells is a boutique Los Angeles law firm providing upscale and personalized legal services with an emphasis on achieving optimal results for clients. Founded in 1989, the firm has over three decades of experience and is recognized for its innovative and specialized representation, particularly in equine, civil, business, and estate matters. The team of dedicated trial lawyers works tirelessly to deliver justice, combining deep expertise with a client-centered approach.
The firm prioritizes resolving cases efficiently without extensive litigation when possible but is highly capable of aggressively pursuing claims at both the trial and appellate levels when necessary. With a senior attorney boasting over 35 years of experience, Catanese & Wells serves individuals, businesses, and clients in specialized industries such as equine services, offering cost-efficient and results-driven legal support. Their practice is supported by a full team of legal secretaries, paralegals, and law clerks.
Services Offered
- Equine Law
- Estate Litigation
- Civil Litigation
- Business Law
- Probate
- Trust & Estate Issues
- Will Contests
- Breach of Fiduciary Duty Cases
- Trust Modification
- Defense of Decedent’s Intent
- Contract Analysis
- Fraud and Tax Evasion Cases
- Insurance and Liability Issues
- Trial Representation
- Appellate Representation
Based in Westlake Village, California, the firm primarily serves clients in Ventura, Los Angeles, Orange, San Diego, and Santa Barbara Counties, but also represents clients from other states and countries worldwide. Their attorneys are licensed to practice before all state and federal courts in California and offer resources such as a newsletter, blog, legal forms, and articles to keep clients informed.
