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Dennis Jay Rasor, Business Attorney in Costa Mesa, California

Over 32 years of legal practice · focused on Business, M&A, and Real Estate

Costa Mesa, CA

Practicing business in Costa Mesa since 1994.

32+
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Dennis Jay Rasor is an attorney based in Costa Mesa, CA. The practice focuses on Business, M&A, and Real Estate. Dennis has over 32 years of legal experience.

Based in
Costa Mesa, CA
Experience
over 32 years
Known for
Business · M&A · Real Estate
  • Handles Business, M&A, and Real Estate matters from Costa Mesa, CA.
  • Over 32 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Dennis Jay Rasor: Dennis Jay Rasor is an attorney based in Costa Mesa, CA. The practice focuses on Business, M&A, and Real Estate. Dennis has over 32 years of legal experience.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Dennis takes on

Dennis concentrates on business, m&a, and real estate. Each area below outlines the kind of case Dennis handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Business cases in Costa Mesa, California

Dennis takes business matters in Costa Mesa, 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 Dennis agrees to represent you.

M&A cases in Costa Mesa, California

Dennis takes m&a matters in Costa Mesa, 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 Dennis agrees to represent you.

Real Estate cases in Costa Mesa, California

Dennis takes real estate matters in Costa Mesa, 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 Dennis agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Dennis Jay Rasor — business lawyer in Costa Mesa

Dennis Jay Rasor is an attorney based in Costa Mesa, CA. The practice focuses on Business, M&A, and Real Estate. Dennis has over 32 years of legal experience.

Dennis Jay Rasor is a lawyer practicing corporate & securities, real estate, mergers & acquisitions and 1 other area of law. Dennis received a B.A. degree from The Ohio State University in 1990, and has been licensed for 32 years. Dennis practices in Costa Mesa, CA.

Working with Dennis on a business matter

Dennis Jay Rasor is a lawyer practicing corporate & securities, real estate, mergers & acquisitions and 1 other area of law. Dennis received a B.A. degree from The Ohio State University in 1990, and has been licensed for 32 years. Dennis practices in Costa Mesa, CA.

Clients Dennis works with

Dennis reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, m&a, and real estate matters in Costa Mesa and the surrounding California area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • The Ohio State University Moritz College of Law

    J.D. · 1994

  • The Ohio State University

    B.A. · 1990

Jurisdictions

Dennis's state bar admissions

  • California

    2000 · ACTIVE

  • Ohio (Inactive)

    1994 · ACTIVE

Dennis studied at J.D. in The Ohio State University Moritz College of Law and B.A. in The Ohio State University.

Law school and academic background

Dennis completed J.D. in The Ohio State University Moritz College of Law and B.A. in The Ohio State University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Dennis runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Affiliations

Dennis's professional memberships and bar associations

  • Orange County Lavender Bar Association

    Board Member) California Bar Association Orange County Bar Association Ohio Human Rights Bar Association (Former President · membership

Locations

Dennis Jay Rasor's office in Costa Mesa

Dennis's primary office is at 650 Town Center Dr Ste 1700, Costa Mesa, CA, 92626-7025. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

650 Town Center Dr Ste 1700

Costa Mesa, CA 92626-7025

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Hiring guide

How to hire Dennis Jay Rasor — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Dennis usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Dennis charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Dennis'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; Dennis will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a business attorney in Costa Mesa, California

A short list to run through before you commit: How many business 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 Dennis

Dennis discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every business 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. Dennis confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Dennis's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Dennis Jay Rasor

  • How much does it cost to hire Dennis for a business case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Dennis walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Dennis offer a free consultation?

    Dennis charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Dennis's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Dennis's current terms during booking.

  • How long do business cases in California typically take?

    Simple business 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. Dennis gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Dennis take my case if I'm outside Costa Mesa?

    Dennis 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 — Dennis 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 Dennis?

    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. Dennis will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Dennis accepting new business clients right now?

    Dennis's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

Business attorneys serving Costa Mesa, Los Angeles and San Francisco in California

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