Contract Drafting
We draft commercial contracts, service agreements, vendor terms, NDAs, employment agreements, and operating documents with California-specific enforceability and practical business risk allocation in mind.
Carno Law Group helps Southern California business owners draft, review, negotiate, and enforce contracts built for California law. From Orange County vendors to Los Angeles construction firms and San Diego service companies, our attorneys focus on clear obligations, practical risk allocation, and litigation-tested language that protects revenue, relationships, and operating continuity before disputes disrupt your business.

Contracts counsel for drafting, reviewing, negotiating, and resolving business agreements under California law across Southern California.
We draft commercial contracts, service agreements, vendor terms, NDAs, employment agreements, and operating documents with California-specific enforceability and practical business risk allocation in mind.
Our attorneys review existing agreements for California statutory compliance, unclear obligations, indemnity exposure, termination rights, payment terms, dispute clauses, and provisions likely to create future litigation risk.
Carno Law Group helps business owners negotiate key terms, document revisions, and preserve important commercial relationships while protecting revenue, operational flexibility, and long-term leverage.
For companies needing ongoing legal support, the firm provides outside general counsel services, including recurring contract review, governance guidance, compliance coordination, and dispute triage.
We prepare teaming and joint venture agreements for federal contractors, construction clients, DBE-prime relationships, mentor-protege structures, and California-specific project partnerships.
When business agreements break down, Carno Law Group represents clients in breach of contract claims, partnership disputes, commercial collections, mediation, arbitration, and litigation.

We begin with a free initial consultation to understand your company, contract purpose, counterparties, leverage points, and risk tolerance, whether you operate from Orange County, Los Angeles, the Inland Empire, or San Diego.
Southern California companies rely on Carno Law Group for practical contracts counsel and dispute-ready legal strategy.
Work with a focused California law firm that understands contracts, disputes, and business operations.
Contracts are reviewed for California-specific enforceability, including Southern California business and construction concerns.
The firm drafts with courtroom, arbitration, and dispute resolution realities in mind.
Carno Law Group serves as corporate counsel to clients needing ongoing contract guidance.
Strong experience with contractors, suppliers, federal contractors, and Southern California commercial clients.
Experienced counsel and support for California business clients.

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 business contracts attorney drafts, reviews, negotiates, interprets, and enforces agreements used in day-to-day commercial operations. This can include vendor agreements, service contracts, NDAs, employment and independent contractor agreements, operating agreements, buy-sell terms, teaming agreements, and settlement agreements. Carno Law Group also evaluates California-specific enforceability issues so contract language supports the intended business outcome.
Speak with Carno Law Group about your agreement before signing.
Licensed to provide California legal representation.
Active professional connection in Orange County law.
Construction industry involvement supporting business contract insight.
Share your contract concern, timeline, and business goals. Carno Law Group will review your request and help you understand the next step for drafting, review, negotiation, or dispute support.
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.