PAUL NELSON
FOUNDER
NELSON KIRKMAN
WHY: Started Newport Beach law firm that specializes in complex family law litigation, including high-stakes divorces.
IN THE NEWS: Has tried hundreds of family law matters, “giving him uncommon familiarity with local judicial officers and opposing counsel,” firm’s website noted.
NOTABLE: Has gone through divorce himself. A member of the Family Law Section of the Orange County Bar Association. He also belongs to the Family Law Section of the State Bar of California and the J. Reuben Clark Law Society. A licensed private pilot, “which allows him to handle cases throughout the state,” firm said.
QUOTABLE: “My beat is Southern California, specifically Orange County. More specifically, fabled Newport Beach, ground zero for Fox’s early 2000s hit show “The O.C.” If you’re going to practice divorce law, this is the place to do it.” — Leader Board
