Morris & Stone - Lake Forest, CA

Premier Trial and Appellate Advocacy in Southern California

Formed in 1991, Morris and Stone has established a preeminent reputation across Southern California for aggressive trial advocacy, exceptional legal scholarship, and landmark courtroom achievements. Located in Lake Forest, California, the firm provides sophisticated legal counsel for businesses, executives, and individuals facing high-stakes civil disputes. Led by veteran litigators Aaron Paul Morris and Deanna Stone Killeen, the practice handles complex courtroom conflicts with unmatched dedication. If you need to find an attorney with a proven track record, Morris and Stone delivers strategic solutions tailored to protect your interests.

Nationally Recognized Defamation and Anti-SLAPP Defense

In the digital age, a single false publication can inflict catastrophic damage on personal reputation and enterprise revenues. Morris and Stone is widely recognized as California's foremost authority in internet defamation and First Amendment litigation. Founding partner Aaron Morris serves as President of the California Defamation Lawyers Association and regularly authors influential legal commentary.

Defamation and Free Speech Protections

• Internet Libel and Slander: Defamatory statements and fraudulent online reviews demand swift legal action. The firm represents plaintiffs seeking to restore their reputations, having secured multi-million-dollar defamation judgments, including a historic $3.9 million award for a defamed medical professional.
• California Anti-SLAPP Motions: California's anti-SLAPP law protects citizens from meritless lawsuits intended to chill valid speech. The firm routinely files and defeats anti-SLAPP motions, recovering mandatory attorney fees and initiating SLAPP-back lawsuits to compensate clients for damages.
• Content Removal: Assisting executives and businesses in removing harmful content and unmasking anonymous wrongdoers.

Strategic Business Litigation and Contract Law

Commercial stability depends on enforceable agreements and vigorous legal enforcement when counterparties fail to honor their obligations. Acting as knowledgeable contract lawyers, Morris and Stone guides business owners and shareholders through breach of contract disputes, partnership dissolution, and licensing issues.

Commercial Disputes and Appellate Advocacy

When negotiations break down and you need to hire a business litigation lawyer, the firm acts decisively to protect commercial assets. As business litigation lawyers, the attorneys handle trade secret disputes, corporate fraud, and unfair competition. Furthermore, the firm maintains an extraordinary appellate record, having repeatedly prevailed on appeals before California appellate courts and the Ninth Circuit.

Employment Law and Wrongful Termination Representation

In addition to commercial litigation and defamation matters, Morris and Stone provides authoritative legal representation in employment conflicts. Serving as skilled employment and labor lawyers, the firm assists clients with claims involving wrongful termination lawyers, workplace discrimination lawyers, and harassment lawyers under California labor laws.

Schedule Your Consultation with Morris and Stone

When facing urgent business litigation, internet defamation, or contractual disputes, prompt legal intervention is vital. Morris and Stone provides a no-cost telephone consultation to evaluate your case and explain your legal options. Contact the Lake Forest office today to speak directly with an experienced California trial attorney.