Unified Hub

Trusted Counsel • Strategic Solutions

Expert legal counsel for businesses and people.

Unified Hub provides thoughtful, outcome-focused legal services across corporate, real estate, family, civil litigation, employment and intellectual property law. Our attorneys combine seasoned expertise with personalized service to protect your interests and advance your goals.

Located: 1247 Harbor View Drive, Suite 400, Costa Mesa, CA 92626 • Founded: 2022
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How we help
  • Strategic counsel for transactions and disputes
  • Practical solutions with clear next steps
  • Dedicated attorneys who prioritize client goals

Practice Areas

Comprehensive legal services tailored to your needs. Each practice area is supported by experienced attorneys and a proven approach to achieve practical results.

Corporate & Business Law

We advise corporations, partnerships, and startups on formation, governance, mergers & acquisitions, commercial contracts, and shareholder matters. Our team helps clients anticipate risk, negotiate durable agreements, and execute transactions efficiently.

Typical matters:

  • Entity formation & governance
  • Mergers, acquisitions & asset purchases
  • Commercial contracts, NDAs, licensing
  • Corporate compliance & director duties

Clients receive tailored corporate playbooks, risk assessments, and hands-on support throughout negotiations and closings.

Real Estate Law

We represent owners, developers, lenders, and tenants in both transactional and litigation matters. From purchase agreements to title disputes and leasing, our team ensures outcomes that preserve value and mitigate exposure.

Typical matters:

  • Commercial purchase & sale agreements
  • Leasing negotiations & tenant advocacy
  • Title review, due diligence & escrow
  • Zoning, land use & development agreements

We partner with surveyors, title companies, and municipal counsel to provide cohesive real estate solutions.

Family Law

Our family law practice handles sensitive matters with discretion and clarity — including divorce, custody, spousal support, prenuptial agreements, and asset division. We prioritize clients’ long-term wellbeing in every negotiation and court appearance.

Typical matters:

  • Divorce and legal separation
  • Child custody and visitation
  • Spousal & child support calculations
  • Prenuptial and postnuptial agreements

We offer mediation-focused alternatives when appropriate, reducing cost and emotional strain while protecting rights.

Civil Litigation

From contract disputes to business torts and regulatory matters, our litigators craft persuasive strategies to pursue or defend claims in state and federal courts. We emphasize early case assessment and cost-effective dispute resolution.

Typical matters:

  • Breach of contract
  • Business torts and partnership disputes
  • Complex commercial litigation
  • Alternative dispute resolution (mediation/arbitration)

We build litigation plans focused on case value, timeline, and client objectives — from demand letters through trial and appeal.

Employment & Labor Law

We counsel employers and employees on workplace issues, policy development, and dispute resolution. Our practice covers wage & hour compliance, discrimination claims, wrongful termination defense, and employment agreements.

Typical matters:

  • Employee handbooks & workplace policies
  • Employment contracts and restrictive covenants
  • Discrimination and harassment claims
  • Internal investigations and regulatory defense

We help employers implement compliance programs and advise employees on enforcement of workplace rights.

Intellectual Property

Protecting innovations and creative assets is core to our IP practice. We assist clients with trademark clearance and registration, copyright matters, licensing agreements, and IP enforcement strategies.

Typical matters:

  • Trademark search and registration
  • Copyright registration and enforcement
  • Licensing and technology transfer
  • IP due diligence for transactions

We coordinate with patent agents when inventions require patent protection and offer holistic IP strategies aligned to business goals.

About Unified Hub

At Unified Hub we combine legal excellence with a practical approach. Our attorneys deliver strategic counsel grounded in client objectives and commercial realities.

Founded in 2022, Unified Hub was created to offer modern legal services that balance deep legal knowledge with pragmatic solutions. We advise entrepreneurs, established businesses, and individuals on matters that shape outcomes—transactions, disputes, regulatory issues, and personal legal decisions.

We value clarity. Clients can expect plain-spoken advice, transparent fee estimates, and a partner-style approach where your priorities guide every recommendation. We invest in continuing legal education and collaborative staffing to ensure each case benefits from specialized experience.

Our Approach

We combine rigorous legal analysis with pragmatic business sense. Our approach includes:

  • Immediate case triage and risk assessment
  • Customized strategy aligned to client goals
  • Clear timelines and transparent communication
  • Cost-aware and efficient matter management

Attorneys

A focused team of experienced litigators and counselors. Three lead attorneys provide direct access and senior-level oversight to every engagement.

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Michelle Hernandez

Managing Partner — Lead, Civil Litigation & Family Law

Michelle is a seasoned trial attorney known for clear strategic thinking and persuasive advocacy. She leads our civil litigation and family law practices, combining courtroom experience with high-level negotiation skills. Michelle has successfully handled large contract disputes, complex custody matters, and appeals at the state level.

Bar admissions: California (2014). Education: J.D., University of California Law School.

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Anthony Rivera

Partner — Corporate & IP Counsel

Anthony advises founders and corporate clients on entity formation, M&A, licensing, and intellectual property protection. He blends transactional precision with practical business insight, supporting growth-stage companies and established enterprise clients alike.

Bar admissions: California (2012). Education: J.D., Stanford Law.

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Sophia Lee

Senior Counsel — Real Estate & Employment

Sophia focuses on commercial real estate transactions and employment matters. Her experience spans complex lease negotiations, land use matters, employment contracts, and workplace compliance. Sophia is valued for her meticulous due diligence and practical counsel on transactional risk.

Bar admissions: California (2010). Education: J.D., UCLA School of Law.

Client Testimonials

We measure success by client outcomes and long-term relationships.

“Unified Hub guided our acquisition with precision and poise. Their diligence uncovered potential issues early and saved us weeks of delay. Highly recommended.”
— James Patel, CEO, VerdeTech
“Michelle handled our custody matter with empathy and strength. Her strategy was both realistic and protective of our children’s long-term interest.”
— L. & T. Ramirez
“Anthony’s guidance on our licensing agreements allowed us to scale internationally with confidence. Clear, efficient, and commercial.”
— Priya Das, Founder, BrightApps

Legal Insights

Short, practical articles from our attorneys on legal trends, compliance, and best practices.

By Michelle Hernandez • Sep 3, 2025

When to Consider Litigation vs. Settlement

Deciding whether to litigate or settle requires balancing legal merits, cost, time, and business strategy. This post outlines an early assessment framework, key cost drivers, and tactical steps to preserve leverage.

By Anthony Rivera • Aug 12, 2025

IP Basics for Growing Startups

Protecting brand and tech early can unlock commercial value. Learn practical steps for trademark clearance, trade secret protection, and drafting enforceable licensing terms.

By Sophia Lee • Jul 21, 2025

Commercial Lease Pitfalls to Avoid

Common lease issues include ambiguous renewal language, expense pass-throughs, and insufficient termination protection. This guide highlights clauses to negotiate and red flags to watch.

Awards & Recognition

Our work has been recognized by peers and industry publications for client service and excellence.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions clients ask when considering legal representation.

Do you represent out-of-state clients?

Yes. We frequently represent clients with matters affecting California law and collaborate with local counsel in other jurisdictions when necessary. For multistate matters, we coordinate cross-jurisdictional strategies.

Can you help with urgent matters?

We prioritize urgent matters and provide expedited consultations when required. Please indicate urgency when contacting us and we will do our best to accommodate same-day or next-day availability.

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