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Gregory L. "Greg" Bentley, Insurance Attorney in Newport Beach, California

focused on Insurance, Personal Injury, and Product Liability

Bentley & More LLP

Newport Beach, CA

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Gregory L. "Greg" Bentley is an attorney based in Newport Beach, CALIFORNIA. The practice focuses on Insurance, Personal Injury, and Product Liability. Currently practicing at Bentley & More LLP.

Based in
Newport Beach, CALIFORNIA
Experience
attorney
Known for
Insurance · Personal Injury · Product Liability
  • Handles Insurance, Personal Injury, and Product Liability matters from Newport Beach, CALIFORNIA.
  • Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs (Orange County) (2026).

About Gregory L. "Greg" Bentley: Gregory L. "Greg" Bentley is an attorney based in Newport Beach, CALIFORNIA. The practice focuses on Insurance, Personal Injury, and Product Liability. Currently practicing at Bentley & More LLP.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Gregory takes on

Gregory concentrates on insurance, personal injury, and product liability. Each area below outlines the kind of case Gregory handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Insurance cases in Newport Beach, California

Gregory takes insurance 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 Gregory agrees to represent you.

Personal Injury cases in Newport Beach, California

Gregory takes personal injury 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 Gregory agrees to represent you.

Product Liability cases in Newport Beach, California

Gregory takes product liability 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 Gregory agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Gregory L. "Greg" Bentley — insurance lawyer in Newport Beach

Gregory L. "Greg" Bentley is an attorney based in Newport Beach, CALIFORNIA. The practice focuses on Insurance, Personal Injury, and Product Liability. Currently practicing at Bentley & More LLP.

Gregory L. Bentley is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Insurance Law, Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs and Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs.

Gregory L., who practices law in Newport Beach, California, has been recognized since 2017. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Gregory L. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Gregory's approach to insurance cases

Gregory L. Bentley is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Insurance Law, Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs and Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs. Gregory L., who practices law in Newport Beach, California, has been recognized since 2017. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Gregory L. is…

The kind of cases Gregory takes

Gregory reviews new inquiries case-by-case for insurance, personal injury, and product liability matters in Newport Beach and the surrounding California area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • Western State University College of Law

    J.D. · 1990

Gregory studied at J.D. in Western State University College of Law.

Law school and academic background

Gregory completed J.D. in Western State University College of Law. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Gregory runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Recognition and thought leadership

Gregory has received 9 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Lawyer of the Year — Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs (Orange County)

    2026

  • Lawyer of the Year — Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs (Orange County)

    2023

  • Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Insurance

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Bad Faith

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Lawyer of the Year — Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs (Orange County) (2026). Lawyer of the Year — Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs (Orange County) (2023). Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026).

Locations

Gregory L. "Greg" Bentley's office in Newport Beach

Gregory's primary office is at 4931 Birch Street, Newport Beach, California, 92660. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Bentley & More LLP

4931 Birch Street

Newport Beach, California 92660

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Hiring guide

How to hire Gregory L. "Greg" Bentley — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

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

Questions to ask a insurance attorney in Newport Beach, California

A short list to run through before you commit: How many insurance 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 Gregory

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

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every insurance 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. Gregory confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

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

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Gregory L. "Greg" Bentley

  • How much does it cost to hire Gregory for a insurance case?

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

  • Does Gregory offer a free consultation?

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

  • How long do insurance cases in California typically take?

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

  • Can Gregory take my case if I'm outside Newport Beach?

    Gregory 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 — Gregory 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 Gregory?

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

  • Is Gregory accepting new insurance clients right now?

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

Areas served

Insurance attorneys serving Newport Beach, Los Angeles and San Francisco in California

Gregory handles insurance matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified insurance attorneys in that community.

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