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La Jolla

Our La Jolla office serves North Coast clients with a focus on estate planning, high-value transactions, and asset protection. We pair legal clarity with regional insight—an essential combination for individuals and families managing wealth, property, and long-term plans in one of Southern California’s most dynamic markets.

Trusted Legal Counsel in the Heart of San Diego

Our Bankers Hill attorneys focus on legal matters where precision, strategy, and swift action make the difference. From high-stakes real estate disputes to complex business conflicts, clients turn to us when the outcome matters and stay because we deliver.

Real Estate Litigation

We handle boundary disputes, failed deals, disclosure issues, and more, helping clients resolve complex property issues efficiently and strategically.

Business Disputes

When business conflicts escalate—whether it’s a breach of contract, a partner dispute, or a vendor issue—we help clients protect their interests and resolve matters quickly.

Transactional Matters

From lease reviews to drafting contracts and structuring businesses, we support clients through high-stakes decisions with an eye toward long-term outcomes.

The Team Behind the Results

Our attorneys are trusted with complex matters because they bring more than credentials—they bring results.
This is a team built for clients who expect insight, action, and accountability at every turn.

Schuyler V.V. Hoffman

Schuyler V.V. Hoffman

Shareholder


Residential Real Estate, Civil Litigation, Business Consulting

Daniel R. Forde

Daniel R. Forde

Shareholder


Civil Litigation, Commercial Real Estate, Residential Real Estate, Business Consulting, …See More

Angela Elpers Barnes

Angela Elpers Barnes

Managing Attorney


Residential Real Estate, Civil Litigation

Amanda Allen

Amanda Allen

Senior Associate


Business, Real Estate, Civil Litigation

Dalia Astalos

Dalia Astalos

Associate


Landlord-Tenant Law, Commercial Real Estate, Civil Litigation, Trust & Estates Litigation, …See More

Alison Barry

Alison Barry

Senior Counsel


Residential Real Estate, Civil Litigation

Victoria Boynton

Victoria Boynton

Senior Counsel


Residential Real Estate, Commercial Real Estate, Transactional and Litigation, Business Advisement

Jim Buche

Jim Buche

Of-Counsel


Residential Real Estate, Civil Litigation

Michael Dicks

Michael Dicks

Senior Trial Attorney


Civil Litigation, Residential Real Estate, Commercial Real Estate, Personal Injury

Christina Elhaddad

Christina Elhaddad

Senior Associate


Civil Litigation, Residential Real Estate, Commercial Real Estate, Immigration Law

Alanna Haefner

Alanna Haefner

Senior Associate


Real Estate Law, Civil Litigation, Tax Advisory

Mia Kelly

Mia Kelly

Senior Counsel


Real Estate Litigation, General Civil Litigation, Personal Injury, Employment Law, …See More

Nicholas Kritikos

Nicholas Kritikos

Of-Counsel


Civil Litigation, Residential Real Estate, Commercial Real Estate, Business Consulting, …See More

Matt LeFevre

Matt LeFevre

Junior Associate


Real Estate Law, Civil Litigation, Boundary Disputes, Business Consulting

Ian McKinley

Ian McKinley

Senior Associate Attorney


Eminent Domain/Inverse Condemnation, Business Torts, Boundary Disputes, Shareholder & Member Derivative Litigation, …See More

Joshua Morrison

Joshua Morrison

Junior Associate

Adam Reifman

Adam Reifman

Senior Associate


Residential Real Estate, Commercial Real Estate, Corporate Law — Entity Formation & Planning, Easement & Land Use, …See More

William H. Sauls

William H. Sauls

Of-Counsel


Estate Planning, Tax Advisory, Business Consulting

Stefan Seper

Stefan Seper

Attorney


Civil Litigation, Landlord-Tenant Law , Commercial Real Estate, Habitability Issues, …See More

Shelly Ann Stewart

Shelly Ann Stewart

Junior Associate


Real Estate Law, Civil Litigation

Michael Stuart

Michael Stuart

Of-Counsel


Criminal Defense, Restraining Orders, Civil Litigation, Administrative Law

Vincent Russo

Vincent Russo

Senior Counsel


Trust & Probate Litigation, Business Law, Real Estate Law

Our Paralegals

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Tania Gomez

Tania Gomez

Paralegal


Estate Planning, Probate, Tax Law

Lily Korpman

Lily Korpman

Senior Paralegal

Jacinda Maheras

Jacinda Maheras

Paralegal

Magdalena Valdez

Magdalena Valdez

Paralegal

Why Choose Hoffman & Forde

When the outcome matters, clients turn to us for clarity, strategy, and results. Here’s why:

Clarity In Critical Moments

We advise clients through growth, transition, conflict, and resolution—critical life moments that require empathy, strategy, and personalized attention clients not only need but deserve.

Comprehensive Services

From litigation to estate planning, real estate to business matters, our team delivers comprehensive legal services that reflect the full scope of your needs.

Results That Instill Trust

Trust is earned, not given. Our clients return and refer us to others over and over—not because they can’t find legal help elsewhere, but because we know what’s at stake and deliver.

Deep Experience

Our attorneys bring focused experience in their respective practice areas, enabling us to handle complex matters with clarity.

A Partnership Approach

We’re interested in long-term relationships—not one-off transactions. Our attorneys stay actively involved, communicate clearly, and work alongside you at every step so you’re never left in the dark.

Strategic Insight

Legal issues rarely exist in isolation. Our cross-disciplinary approach helps clients avoid blind spots, anticipate complications, and make decisions that hold up over time.

What Our Clients Say

I personally worked with Mr. Hoffman who provided me with prompt, detailed and sound legal advice. I was in a situation where the seller of my home cut corners and he helped me get out of paying an arm and a leg by using his expertise to demonstrate why the seller was responsible. Don’t look any further for your legal needs.

Patrick W.

Sky and Dan are great to deal with on matters of real estate and business. Cogent, concise, and pragmatic legal advice. I feel very well represented and have been treated fairly when it comes to their fee schedule. I am very selective when it comes to giving referrals and Hoffman & Forde have never dropped the ball when I have sent them one.

Patrick C.

Schuyler and his whole team of associates are the best! They have provided valuable and reliable information in helping me from my business entity. They are very trustworthy, and helped save me a lot of time and money.

Tim S.

Who We Are

Our team is built for complex legal matters that demand focus, strategy, and empathy. Clients come to us when the outcome matters—and they stay because we deliver.

Whether you’re facing a real estate dispute, navigating a business issue, or planning for the future, we provide clear guidance, thoughtful solutions, and a level of care that reflects what’s at stake.