Business Details
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Lodi, CA
We are a law firm formed by a dedicated team of attorneys committed to delivering high-level legal expertise and personalized service. Our diverse backgrounds and specialized practices allow us to address complex legal challenges across multiple domains, including business law, estate planning, land use, and tax litigation. With a philosophy rooted in creativity, professionalism, and integrity, we prioritize long-term client relationships and tailored solutions.Our mission is to provide exceptional legal representation while maintaining close, transparent communication with clients throughout their cases. Our attorneys are recognized specialists in their fields, with extensive experience in mediation, arbitration, and litigation, serving individuals and businesses throughout California and beyond.
Services
Business & Commercial Transactions
Estates & Trusts
Land Use & Water Law
Mediation & Arbitration
Personal Injury
Taxation
Highlights and features
- We offer decades of combined legal experience in specialized practice areas.
- Our attorneys are recognized specialists in taxation, mediation, and land use law.
- We prioritize personalized client communication and tailored legal strategies.
- We serve clients across California with local knowledge and statewide expertise.
- Our team includes AV-rated attorneys and former judicial appointees.
Associations and certifications
- Certified Specialist in Taxation Law
Services
Business & Commercial Transactions
We provide comprehensive legal counsel for business formations, contracts, mergers, and commercial disputes. Our attorneys handle complex transactions and litigation with strategic expertise. Clients benefit from our deep understanding of corporate law and industry-specific regulations.
Estate & Trust Planning
Our firm specializes in creating tailored estate plans, including wills, trusts, and probate strategies. We help clients protect assets and ensure smooth wealth transfer. Our experience spans federal and state tax implications for estates.
Land Use & Water Law
We advise on land development, zoning, water rights, and environmental compliance. Our attorneys represent clients in regulatory matters and disputes involving agricultural and commercial properties. Expertise includes California-specific land use policies.
Mediation & Arbitration
With over 250 annual cases handled, we offer skilled mediation and arbitration for civil disputes. Our AV-rated attorneys resolve conflicts in personal injury, employment, and business matters efficiently. Services available virtually and in-person.
Tax Litigation
We represent clients in IRS audits, tax disputes, and litigation for federal and state tax matters. Our team includes a Certified Specialist in Taxation Law with expertise in income, estate, and employment tax issues.
People
Francis X. Mohan III
Partner
Certified tax law specialist with expertise in federal and state tax planning, estate tax, and IRS litigation. Holds an LLM in Taxation from McGeorge School of Law. Represents clients in complex tax disputes and audits.
John M. Harris
Partner
AV-rated attorney specializing in mediation and arbitration. Conducts 250+ cases annually, including Fortune 500 disputes. Former Judge ProTem and law professor with 45+ years of legal experience in California courts.
S. Dean Ruiz
Partner
Land use and agribusiness attorney with a background in water resources consulting. Focuses on agricultural law, special districts, and business litigation. Admitted to California State Bar since 2000.
Questions
What practice areas does MOHANHARRIS RUIZ LLP specialize in?
We specialize in business and commercial law, estates and trusts, land use and water law, mediation and arbitration, personal injury, and taxation.
How experienced are your attorneys in tax litigation?
Our tax attorney holds a Certified Specialist in Taxation Law designation and has over 30 years of experience handling IRS audits, estate tax disputes, and complex tax litigation.
Do you offer mediation services for business disputes?
Yes, we provide mediation and arbitration services for business conflicts, with an attorney conducting over 250 cases annually across California.
What geographic areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Lodi, Stockton, and San Joaquin County, with clients across California and beyond in specialized legal matters.
