Commercial Litigation
Representation for breach-of-contract, vendor, customer, insurance, indemnity, surety, and commercial collection disputes, with strategy tailored to California state court, federal court, arbitration, or negotiated resolution.
When a commercial dispute threatens your contracts, cash flow, or ownership interests, Carno Law Group helps California businesses move decisively. From Orange County to Los Angeles, Riverside, San Bernardino, and San Diego, our team handles breach-of-contract claims, shareholder conflicts, vendor disputes, insurance issues, arbitration and litigation with practical strategy, clear communication, and focused advocacy through resolution.

Strategic representation for California businesses facing lawsuits, arbitration, commercial conflicts, and pre-litigation disputes.
Representation for breach-of-contract, vendor, customer, insurance, indemnity, surety, and commercial collection disputes, with strategy tailored to California state court, federal court, arbitration, or negotiated resolution.
Guidance for owners, members, shareholders, and partners facing governance breakdowns, dissociation issues, control disputes, buyout conflicts, or claims involving duties owed within closely held California businesses.
Support for mediation, arbitration, and direct negotiation when a business dispute can be resolved cost-effectively without sacrificing leverage, documentation, or readiness for court if talks fail.

We review contracts, correspondence, invoices, corporate records, insurance issues, and damages evidence to identify viable claims and defenses. The team also evaluates whether the matter belongs in California Superior Court, federal court, mediation, or arbitration.
Trusted by contractors, suppliers, and California businesses facing high-stakes commercial and construction disputes.
Carno Law Group combines litigation strength with practical business judgment.
Commercial litigation experience in California state and federal courts, arbitration, and mediation.
Strategies designed to protect operations, cash flow, contracts, and business assets.
Serving Southern California companies across Orange, Los Angeles, Riverside, San Bernardino, and San Diego.
Tenacious representation grounded in integrity, clear communication, and superior client service.
Meet the team protecting California businesses.

President
Anna M. Carno is the President of Carno Law Group, A Professional Law Corporation, and the driving force behind one of California's preeminent construction litigation firms. Based in Laguna Hills, Anna leads a practice dedicated to serving contractors, subcontractors, haulers, and material and equipment providers across Orange, Los Angeles, Riverside, San Bernardino, and San Diego Counties. Her deep expertise spans mechanic's lien law, stop notice claims, bond claims, bid disputes, and WBE/MBE/DBE/DVBE certification issues. Anna brings an unmatched combination of tenacity and integrity to every case, representing clients in both state and federal courts. She is an active member of numerous professional organizations, including the Orange County Bar Association and California Women Lawyers, and is committed to delivering superior client service and meaningful results.

Of Counsel
Samuel Romero serves as Of Counsel at Carno Law Group, A Professional Law Corporation, bringing seasoned legal insight to the firm's robust construction litigation practice. In his Of Counsel role, Samuel supports the firm's representation of contractors, subcontractors, engineers, and material suppliers on both private and public works construction projects throughout California. His experience complements the firm's expertise in mechanic's lien law, surety matters, bond claims, and general business litigation. Samuel is committed to helping clients navigate complex legal challenges with clarity and confidence, contributing to the firm's track record of significant and successful outcomes. His collaborative approach and depth of knowledge make him a trusted resource for clients across Orange, Los Angeles, Riverside, San Bernardino, and San Diego Counties.

Associate Attorney
Joseph Cumming is an Associate Attorney at Carno Law Group, A Professional Law Corporation, where he plays an integral role in the firm's construction litigation and business law practice. Joseph works closely with clients including general contractors, specialty subcontractors, material suppliers, and equipment providers, assisting them with a wide range of legal matters from mechanic's lien claims and stop notices to corporate formation and indemnity issues. His dedication to thorough legal analysis and client advocacy reflects the firm's core values of excellence and superior client service. Joseph is committed to providing aggressive, results-oriented representation while helping clients minimize disruptions to their business operations across Southern California.

Paralegal
Kayla Trujillo Perez serves as a Paralegal at Carno Law Group, A Professional Law Corporation, providing essential legal support to the firm's attorneys and clients across a broad range of construction litigation and business law matters. Kayla assists with case preparation, document management, research, and coordination, ensuring that every matter progresses efficiently and accurately. Her organizational skills and attention to detail are vital to the firm's ability to deliver timely, cost-effective legal services. Kayla is dedicated to maintaining the high standards of client service that define Carno Law Group, and her contributions help clients in Orange County and throughout Southern California feel supported at every stage of the legal process.

Legal Assistant
Mary Jane Ollaca is a Legal Assistant at Carno Law Group, A Professional Law Corporation, where she provides vital administrative and legal support to the firm's attorneys and staff. Mary Jane plays a key role in ensuring smooth day-to-day operations, assisting with client communications, document preparation, filing, and case coordination. Her professionalism and commitment to superior client service help create a welcoming and efficient experience for contractors, subcontractors, material suppliers, and all other clients served by the firm. Mary Jane's dedication to excellence supports Carno Law Group's mission to deliver outstanding legal representation to businesses throughout Orange, Los Angeles, Riverside, San Bernardino, and San Diego Counties.

Legal Assistant
Kiana Rauda is a Legal Assistant at Carno Law Group, A Professional Law Corporation, contributing her skills and dedication to the firm's fast-paced construction litigation practice. Kiana supports the legal team with administrative tasks, document management, client correspondence, and case logistics, helping ensure that every client receives attentive and responsive service. Her commitment to accuracy and professionalism reflects the firm's core values of excellence and dedication. Kiana's contributions are essential to the firm's ability to efficiently handle matters ranging from mechanic's lien claims to corporate legal issues for contractors and suppliers across Southern California, including Orange, Los Angeles, Riverside, San Bernardino, and San Diego Counties.
A commercial litigation attorney or business litigation lawyer is typically best for suing a company. You want counsel experienced with breach-of-contract claims, shareholder or partnership disputes, vendor conflicts, collections, business torts, arbitration clauses, and the correct court forum. Carno Law Group represents California businesses in state and federal courts and uses negotiation, mediation, or arbitration when those routes can protect leverage and reduce disruption.
Discuss your dispute with a California business litigation team.
Licensed to practice law in California.
Construction industry membership supporting contractor advocacy.
National construction association industry affiliation.
Tell us about your dispute, deadlines, contracts, and preferred outcome. Our team will review the information and help identify the next practical step.
For immediate assistance, feel free to give us a direct call at +1 949-540-0320.
For immediate assistance, feel free to give us a direct call at +1 949-540-0320.