Jeffrey J. Ogorek
Associate Attorney
Jeff has an extensive litigation background with a primary focus on handling all phases of real estate and trust disputes in Courts throughout the State of California from pre-litigation and alternative dispute resolution through judgment enforcement. Jeffrey J. Ogorek is a seasoned attorney at the firm, with a primary focus on handling all phases of real estate and trust disputes in Courts throughout the State of California. His extensive litigation background allows him to provide the firm’s clients with a comprehensive approach, guiding them through every stage of the legal process, from pre-litigation and alternative dispute resolution through judgment enforcement.
With his vast experience in the field, Jeff is well-equipped to provide the firm’s clients with the highest level of representation and advocacy. He is known for representing trustees, defending against claims of mismanagement, and advising beneficiaries on their rights, always bringing a level of expertise and professionalism to each case.
At the firm, clients can count on Jeff to be an aggressive and effective advocate, dedicated to securing the best possible outcome for their case.
Hess-Verdon and Associates PLC has been featured in the California Lawyer magazine and the Orange County Lawyer magazine regarding Trusts and Estate issues.
JEFFREY J. OGOREK
REPRESENTING TRUSTEES
- Defending Trustee against Removal and Surcharge claims
- Representing trustees through all phases of litigation to recover trust assets.
- Guiding trustees and protecting trust assets from claims by third parties.
- Safeguarding trustees against claims of mismanaging trust assets.
- Counseling trustees through all phases of trust administration from marshalling assets through final distribution.
- Accounting and General Trust Administration
- Modification and Termination of Trusts
- Co-Trustee Disputes and Resolution
- Trust Dispute Litigation
- Theft from an Estate
- Misappropriation of Trust funds
- Acquisition, Preservation of Distribution of Trust Assets
- Validation of Trust and Trust-related documents
- 850 Petitions to Return Property to Trust
REPRESENTING BENEFICIARIES
- Assisting beneficiaries in ensuring trust distributions.
- Defending beneficiaries against claims of undue influence and elder abuse.
- Removal and Surcharge of Trustees
- Failing to account to Beneficiary
- Changes to trust prior to death
- Failing to make required distributions
- Acquisition, Preservation of Distribution of Trust Assets
- Incompetence and Undue Influence cases
- Elder Abuse and Related Misconduct
- Validation of Trust and Trust-related documents
- Breach of Fiduciary Duties/Breach of Trust
REAL ESTATE LITIGATION
- Successfully representing parties to quiet title to real property.
- Advising clients and attorneys as an expert witness in real estate finance litigation.
- Partition Actions
- Represent clients in legal disputes related to real estate
- Provide counsel to clients on real estate transactions and disputes
- Handle zoning and land use issues related to real estate
- Represent clients in negotiations and mediations related to real estate disputes
EDUCATION
Juris Doctor – University of California, Hastings College of the Law,
- Hastings 1066 Foundation Scholarship,
- Editor-in-Chief Hastings Business Law Journal
Bachelor of Arts – University of California, Irvine, Magna Cum Laude, Phi Beta Kappa
ADMISSIONS
- California State Bar
- United States District Court, Southern District of California
- United States District Court, Central District of California
- United States District Court, Northern District of California
PROFESSIONAL AND COMMUNITY ASSOCIATIONS
- California State Bar Association
- Orange County Bar Association – Real Estate and Trusts & Estates Sections
- California Super Lawyers Rising Star – 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022
“Absolutely top notch firm for handling all your estate planning matters.”
“Definitely a firm that will “fight to the finish.”
“I appreciate that you keep us informed on all pertinent legal considerations.”
“Professional and knowledgeable.”