
Ali Makoui, IP Attorney in Newport Beach, California
Over 27 years of legal practice · focused on IP, Patent, and Real Estate · 5.0/5 rating from 4 verified client reviews
FounderatMakoui Law Pc
Newport Beach, CA
Practicing ip in Newport Beach since 1999.
- 27+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 4 client reviews
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Ali Makoui is a founder based in Newport Beach, CA. The practice focuses on IP, Patent, and Real Estate. Ali has over 27 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Makoui Law Pc. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 4 client reviews.
- Based in
- Newport Beach, CA
- Experience
- over 27 years
- Known for
- IP · Patent · Real Estate
- Handles IP, Patent, and Real Estate matters from Newport Beach, CA.
- Over 27 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Ali Makoui: Ali Makoui is a founder based in Newport Beach, CA. The practice focuses on IP, Patent, and Real Estate. Ali has over 27 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Makoui Law Pc. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 4 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Ali Makoui
Ali concentrates on ip, patent, real estate, and trademark. Each area below outlines the kind of case Ali handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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IP cases in Newport Beach, California
Ali takes ip matters in Newport Beach, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Ali agrees to represent you.
Patent cases in Newport Beach, California
Ali takes patent matters in Newport Beach, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Ali agrees to represent you.
Real Estate cases in Newport Beach, California
Ali takes real estate matters in Newport Beach, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Ali agrees to represent you.
Trademark cases in Newport Beach, California
Ali takes trademark matters in Newport Beach, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Ali agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Ali Makoui — Over 27 years of California ip experience
Ali Makoui is a founder based in Newport Beach, CA. The practice focuses on IP, Patent, and Real Estate. Ali has over 27 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Makoui Law Pc. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 4 client reviews.
Working with Ali on a ip matter
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Clients Ali works with
Ali reviews new inquiries case-by-case for ip, patent, and real estate matters in Newport Beach and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Ali Makoui's legal education and bar admissions
Loyola Law School
J.D. · 1998
Sharif University of Technology
B.S. Electrical · 1976
Jurisdictions
Ali's state bar admissions
Registered to practi
2000 · ACTIVE
California
1999 · ACTIVE
Ali studied at J.D. in Loyola Law School and B.S. Electrical in Sharif University of Technology.
Law school and academic background
Ali completed J.D. in Loyola Law School and B.S. Electrical in Sharif University of Technology. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Ali runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Ali's professional memberships and bar associations
State Bar of California
membership
Locations
Ali Makoui's office in Newport Beach
Ali's primary office is at 16501 Ventura Blvd, Suite 400, Newport Beach, CA, 91436. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Ali Makoui — 5.0/5 rating from 4 verified client reviews
Every review below is from a verified client of Ali. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing ip attorneys in Newport Beach.
5.0
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How to hire Ali Makoui — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new ip attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Ali usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Ali charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Ali's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Ali will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a ip attorney in Newport Beach, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many ip matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Ali
Ali discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in ip practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every ip matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Ali confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Ali's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many ip practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Ali Makoui
How much does it cost to hire Ali for a ip case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Ali walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Ali offer a free consultation?
Ali charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Ali's office. Some ip attorneys offer free consults — check Ali's current terms during booking.
How long do ip cases in California typically take?
Simple ip matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Ali gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Ali take my case if I'm outside Newport Beach?
Ali is licensed in California. Matters governed by California law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Ali will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Ali?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Ali will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Ali accepting new ip clients right now?
Ali's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
IP attorneys serving Newport Beach, Los Angeles and San Francisco in California
Ali handles ip matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified ip attorneys in that community.
- Newport Beach3,106 attorneys
- Los Angeles39,975 attorneys
- San Francisco26,380 attorneys
- San Diego16,903 attorneys
- Sacramento10,561 attorneys
- Irvine6,831 attorneys
- Oakland5,709 attorneys
- San Jose5,009 attorneys
- Palo Alto4,084 attorneys
- Beverly Hills3,348 attorneys
- Pasadena2,894 attorneys
- Santa Monica2,756 attorneys
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