63/100LFR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Real estate attorney”.
Real Estate Lawyers in La Jolla, CA: 2026 rankings
102 real estate lawyers ranked by LFR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
- 1
Highest LFR Score in La Jolla: Astuno Realty, Inc., LFR Score 63/100; 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.
- 12
Open 24 hours (per Google): The San Diego Business Law Firm, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #12 of 102.
- 29
Most-reviewed: Roosevelt Law Center, 742 Google reviews at 4.9★, the most of 102 ranked; ranked #29.
Rankings can't be bought. Lawyers can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
102 La Jolla real estate lawyers are ranked here by LFR Score, from nine published factors. 9 are open 24/7, 23 open Saturdays and 17 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.8★ across 102 rated law firms.
Top 10 real estate lawyers in La Jolla at a glance
Ranked by our published LFR Score from public data, not by payment; a rank is not an endorsement or a prediction of results.
| Rank | Business | LFR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Notable for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Astuno Realty, Inc. | 63 | 5.0★ (4) | La Jolla | Sat · Sun | Top score |
| 2 | Equity Legal LLP | 63 | 4.8★ (124) | San Diego, 11 mi away | — | — |
| 3 | Webb Law Group | 62 | 4.8★ (46) | San Diego, 5 mi away | — | — |
| 4 | Artemis Law Group | 62 | 4.8★ (59) | San Diego, 7 mi away | — | — |
| 5 | Melody Samuel, REALTOR | 61 | 5.0★ (10) | San Diego, 12 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 6 | Landlord Solutions San Diego | 61 | 4.7★ (29) | San Diego, 11 mi away | Sat | — |
| 7 | Equity Legal LLP of La Jolla | 61 | 5.0★ (10) | La Jolla | — | — |
| 8 | Law Office of Lori Bessler, APC | 61 | 5.0★ (34) | Solana Beach, 10 mi away | — | — |
| 9 | Law Office of David J. Hollander | 60 | 5.0★ (25) | San Diego, 10 mi away | — | — |
| 10 | Safer Law | 60 | 4.3★ (18) | San Diego, 11 mi away | Sun | — |
All 102 real estate lawyers in La Jolla, in rank order
Ordered by LFR Score, a 0–100 score from nine published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Ranked by our published LFR Score from public data, not by payment; a rank is not an endorsement or a prediction of results.
Scores below: based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected. Hatched segments mark factors we don't have yet.
Based in San Diego, 11 mi away
63/100LFR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 124 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Real estate attorney”.
Based in San Diego, 5 mi away
62/100LFR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 46 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Real estate attorney”.
Based in San Diego, 7 mi away
62/100LFR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 59 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Real estate attorney”.
Based in San Diego, 12 mi away
61/100LFR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Real estate attorney”.
Based in San Diego, 11 mi away
61/100LFR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.7★ from 29 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Real estate attorney”.
Based in La Jolla
61/100LFR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Real estate attorney”.
Based in Solana Beach, 10 mi away
61/100LFR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 34 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Real estate attorney”.
Based in San Diego, 10 mi away
60/100LFR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 25 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Real estate attorney”.
#10 Safer Law
Based in San Diego, 11 mi away
60/100LFR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.3★ from 18 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Real estate attorney”.
Based in San Diego, 6 mi away
60/100LFR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 12 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Real estate attorney”.
Based in San Diego, 7 mi away
59/100LFR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 78 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Business attorney”.
Based in San Diego, 8 mi away
58/100LFR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.6★ from 11 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Real estate attorney”.
Based in San Diego, 9 mi away
58/100LFR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.7★ from 10 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Real estate attorney”.
Based in San Diego, 11 mi away
58/100LFR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 12 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Real estate attorney”.
#16 Stokes Legal
Based in San Diego, 10 mi away
58/100LFR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 9 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Real estate attorney”.
Based in La Mesa, 16 mi away
58/100LFR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 22 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Real estate attorney”.
Based in La Jolla
58/100LFR ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 19 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Business attorney”.
Based in San Diego, 11 mi away
57/100LFR ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.6★ from 9 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Real estate attorney”.
#20 Redd Law
Based in San Diego, 11 mi away
57/100LFR ScoreRanked #20 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.3★ from 12 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Real estate attorney”.
Based in San Diego, 11 mi away
57/100LFR ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 142 Google reviews.
#22 Hanecak Law Inc
Based in San Diego, 4 mi away
57/100LFR ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 24 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Personal injury attorney”.
#23 Wade Litigation
Based in San Diego, 4 mi away
57/100LFR ScoreRanked #23 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 20 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Family law attorney”.
Based in San Diego, 11 mi away
57/100LFR ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.1★ from 9 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Real estate attorney”.
Based in San Diego, 9 mi away
57/100LFR ScoreRanked #25 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Real estate attorney”.
Real estate lawyers ranked #26 to #50
#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #50, in LFR Score order; each links to its profile. We publish the top 50 of 102 ranked real estate lawyers here; the rest are on their profiles.
Also serving La Jolla
20 more real estate lawyers within 25 mi that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a practice area we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.
| Business | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| ALL Trial Lawyers - CPS Defense Lawyers | 4.7★ (23) | In La Jolla |
| Astuno & Associates | 4.3★ (31) | In La Jolla |
| CATE LEGAL GROUP | 5.0★ (15) | In La Jolla |
| Chung Law Firm LLP | 4.9★ (40) | In La Jolla |
| Cline APC, A California Lemon Law Legal Group | 4.9★ (94) | In La Jolla |
| Fuentes Law, APC | 5.0★ (11) | In La Jolla |
| Holt Law - The Law Firm Built for Healthcare Businesses | 4.7★ (17) | In La Jolla |
| Jenkins Law Firm, A.P.C. | 4.6★ (22) | In La Jolla |
| Law Office of Kris Mukherji, APC | 4.9★ (47) | In La Jolla |
| Libutti Law | 5.0★ (22) | In La Jolla |
| M E G A H E D, E S Q. Inc. | 5.0★ (30) | In La Jolla |
| Mattis Law, A.P.C. | 4.8★ (65) | In La Jolla |
| Pacific Coast Trust | 5.0★ (13) | In La Jolla |
| Premier Legal Center, APC | 4.6★ (100) | In La Jolla |
| RRC Law Group | 4.9★ (31) | In La Jolla |
| Sanford Heisler Sharp McKnight | 4.7★ (14) | In La Jolla |
| The Law Office of Evan W. Walker | 5.0★ (71) | In La Jolla |
| The Singh Law Firm | 5.0★ (137) | In La Jolla |
| Wade Law Offices | 5.0★ (44) | In La Jolla |
| Warfield Law | 4.8★ (22) | In La Jolla |
How we ranked La Jolla real estate lawyers
We scored 102 La Jolla real estate lawyers on nine factors, weighted as shown. A law firm is ranked when its practice area is confirmed and it has 3 or more Google reviews or a claimed profile. A law firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency. Other unknown factors are left out, not counted as zero. Scores last refreshed November 9, 2026.
Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Attorney advertising businesses are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.
| Factor | Weight | Computed from | In La Jolla data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reputation | 25% | Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back it | Measured |
| Bar status | 10% | An active bar or law society record matched to a lawyer at the firm (not measured until a record source is loaded) | Not yet collected |
| Review volume | 10% | Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed firm on the list | Measured |
| Recency | 10% | Share of reviews from the last 12 months | Not yet collected |
| Availability | 5% | Weekly office hours, Saturday, Sunday, and phones answered 24/7 | Measured |
| Practice focus | 15% | How clearly the firm practises this area (its Google category and name) | Measured |
| Proximity | 5% | An office in the city scores highest, less the farther away it is | Measured |
| Claimed profile | 10% | The firm has claimed its Law Firms Ranked profile (free and paid earn the same) | Measured |
| Law Firms Ranked reviews | 10% | Verified client reviews collected by Law Firms Ranked: their rating and how many there are | Measured |
How to choose a real estate lawyer
- Check the lawyer’s status and any public discipline in the state bar or law society directory.
- Ask how many real estate law matters the lawyer handles each year, and who at the firm will do the work.
- Get the fee arrangement in writing: hourly, flat or contingency, and which costs are charged on top.
- Ask how and how often the firm will update you, and how fast it answers calls and emails.
- Read recent reviews for how the firm communicated and billed, not only for outcomes.
- Ask what the closing fee includes and which disbursements are charged on top.
- Meet more than one firm; many offer a short first consultation, sometimes free.
Questions to ask a real estate lawyer
- How would you approach a matter like mine, and what are the realistic options?
- How do you charge, and what will the total likely cost?
- Who will be my main contact, and how quickly do you reply?
- What does your closing fee include?
- Will you review the purchase contract before I sign?
- Is there any conflict of interest that would stop you representing me?
Terms explained
- Contingency fee
- A fee that is a share of the money recovered, paid only if there is a recovery. Common in injury cases; not allowed for criminal defense or for securing a divorce.
- Retainer
- Money paid up front and held in a trust account, which the lawyer draws on as fees are earned.
- Flat fee
- One set price for a defined piece of work, such as a will or an uncontested matter.
- Limited-scope representation
- Paying a lawyer for part of a matter only, such as reviewing documents or coaching for one hearing (also called unbundled services).
- Statute of limitations
- The deadline to file a lawsuit or charge. It differs by state or province and by type of claim.
- Good standing
- A lawyer’s status as active and eligible to practise with a state bar or law society.
- Law society
- The body that licenses and disciplines lawyers in a Canadian province or territory.
- Board certification
- Recognition in a field of law by a state program or an organisation accredited for that purpose. Lawyers may only claim it when they hold it, naming the certifying body.
- Attorney–client privilege
- The rule that keeps confidential communications between a client and lawyer, made for legal advice, out of court.
- Conflict check
- The search a firm runs before taking a matter to make sure it does not represent someone on the other side.
- Pro bono
- Legal work done for free, usually for people who cannot afford a lawyer.
- Legal aid
- Publicly funded legal help for people with low incomes, through legal aid offices, public defenders or provincial legal aid plans.
Real estate lawyers in La Jolla: frequently asked questions
Which real estate lawyer has the highest LFR Score in La Jolla?
By LFR Score, the highest-ranked real estate lawyer in La Jolla, CA is Astuno Realty, Inc. with an LFR Score of 63/100. It has 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. Equity Legal LLP (#2) and Webb Law Group (#3) follow. We ranked 102 real estate lawyers on nine factors, last updated November 9, 2026.
How many real estate lawyers are there in La Jolla?
LawFirmsRanked ranks 102 real estate lawyers serving La Jolla, CA. 4 of them are based in La Jolla; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Another 20 within 25 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of November 2026.
Which real estate lawyers in La Jolla are open 24/7?
9 ranked real estate lawyers in La Jolla post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are The San Diego Business Law Firm (#12), Next Era Legal | San Diego Business Lawyers (#18) and Hanecak Law Inc (#22). Hours come from each law firm's Google listing as of November 2026, so call to confirm.
Which real estate lawyers in La Jolla work on weekends?
23 of 102 ranked real estate lawyers post Saturday hours and 17 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Astuno Realty, Inc. (#1), Melody Samuel, REALTOR (#5) and Landlord Solutions San Diego (#6). Posted hours are office hours; many firms meet clients by appointment outside them.
What Google rating do La Jolla real estate lawyers have?
The median Google rating among 102 rated real estate lawyers in La Jolla is 4.8★, with a median of 12 reviews. Roosevelt Law Center has the most, 742 reviews, and ranks #29. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.
How does LawFirmsRanked rank real estate lawyers?
Each real estate lawyer gets a 0–100 LFR Score from nine published factors, led by reputation (25%), practice focus (15%), review volume (10%) and recency (10%). A law firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency; other factors we cannot measure are left out. Only law firms with a confirmed practice area and 3 or more reviews, or a claimed profile, are ranked.
Do real estate lawyers outside La Jolla count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 25 mi of the La Jolla city center, our service radius for real estate lawyers. Each listing shows where the law firm is based and how far away it is. Proximity is 5% of the LFR Score, so a nearby law firm gets a small edge.
Can real estate lawyers pay to rank higher on LawFirmsRanked?
No. The LFR Score never reads payment status, and this ranking has 0 paid placements. Up to 3 Featured law firms may appear above the list, labelled Attorney advertising and showing their honest rank.
How do real estate lawyers in La Jolla, CA charge?
Real estate lawyers often charge a flat fee for a residential closing and hourly rates for disputes and commercial work. Lawyers using Clio billed an average of $399 an hour in this area (Clio Legal Trends data, October 2026; all areas $362). Ask for the fee arrangement in writing before you agree.
Do I need a lawyer to buy a house?
It depends on the state: some states require or customarily use an attorney for closings, others use title or escrow companies. A lawyer can still review the contract before you sign. This is general information, not legal advice.
How is this list of real estate lawyers in La Jolla, CA ranked?
By LFR Score only, from public data on reviews, practice focus, office location and hours. Firms labelled “Attorney advertising” paid for that placement; payment never changes a rank, and a rank is not an endorsement.
Does a lawyer need an office in La Jolla?
No, but the lawyer must be licensed in your state (or, for federal matters such as immigration, in some state). A local office makes meetings and court appearances easier, so proximity is one of our factors.
Update log for La Jolla
- November 2026: LFR Scores recalculated for 102 real estate lawyers serving La Jolla.
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