Profile
Lawrence C. Ecoff is a powerhouse in the legal world, known for securing victory in some of the most complex, high-stakes business, corporate, real estate, and civil litigation cases. As the Founding Partner of Ecoff Campain & Kay, LLP, Lawrence has earned a reputation as a relentless trial lawyer with the ability to tackle the toughest legal challenges head-on.
With over 35 years of experience, Lawrence has earned the prestigious AV® Preeminent rating from Martindale-Hubbell®, the highest possible honor awarded to an attorney. He has also been named to the Southern California Super Lawyers® list, placing him among the top legal minds in the country, and has been recognized by other organizations for his remarkable results.
Lawrence’s reputation was solidified with his recent win in the Jogani v. Jogani case, a 21-year legal battle that involved five brothers from India with extensive holdings in the diamond trade and Los Angeles real estate. In this landmark case, Lawrence represented Shailesh Jogani and was instrumental in securing a $10 billion verdict. This case is one of the largest property disputes in U.S. history, involving an oral contract and breach of partnership with the division of assets consisting of 187 apartment buildings. Shailesh Jogani was awarded his agreed upon shares in the family’s vast real estate portfolio. The case is often compared to the complexity of Charles Dickens’ Bleak House. It showcased Lawrence’s extraordinary skill in navigating intricate legal landscapes, securing one of the most notable verdicts in recent years.
In addition to his trial work, Lawrence has argued before the numerous federal circuit courts of appeal, including the Ninth Circuit, Fifth Circuit and Federal Circuit. He has represented clients in cases in federal courts across the country, including the California District Court, Southern District of New York, District Court of Massachusetts, District Court of Minnesota, Delaware District Court, Delaware Chancery Court, District Court of Northern Texas, and South District of Florida. His impressive trial record, which includes jury trials, bench trials, and binding arbitrations, further cements his status as a top-tier lawyer.
Lawrence earned his B.A., cum laude, from the University of California, Irvine in 1986. He then went on to earn his Juris Doctor from Loyola Law School, Los Angeles, in 1989. He is a proud member of the State Bar of California and is admitted to practice before all California State Courts, including the California Supreme Court and the California Court of Appeals. He has earned a reputation as a zealous advocate in both trial and appellate law.
Lawrence’s experience, however, is not limited to litigation and trials. He also represents clients with respect to the transactional needs. Lawrence has handled hundreds of millions of dollars in real estate, including purchase and sale agreements, financing and portfolio lending. His transactional background includes from formation to the countless business, employment and transaction agreements that cross his desk. His extensive transactional experience serves to compliment and enhance Lawrence’s abilities in the courtroom. He has earned the trust of developers, investors, and corporate leaders alike, ensuring their success in both litigation and high-value transactions.
Lawrence is unwavering in his fight for his clients and achieving exceptional success for his clients.
Representative Cases
- Shashikant Jogani v. Haresh Jogani et al., 4+ month jury trial begins in multi billion dollar family dispute involving 5 brothers.
- Fa-Hsing Lu v. Hyper Bicycles, Inc, defense Motion for Summary Judgment granted in patent infringement case.
- (Confidential Case), Motion for Summary Judgment granted to enforce settlement agreement.
- Barry Judenfriend v. Steven Miller, trial victory for client after 2 month jury trial over improprieties by hard money lender.
- PDH Partners v. EP Monterey, LLC, defense verdict for client in jury trial over $17M real estate dispute.
- Gevorkyan, et al. v. Ekimyan, successful verdict for client in jury trial over partnership dispute.
- Chima v. Rebecca Lynn Chima, et al., trial victory for client in quiet title and fraudulent conveyance case.
- Mansour Ali, et al. v. Saedi, successful trial verdict in shareholder derivative action.
- Marafu Casing v. Venus Foods, Inc., obtained directed verdict in jury trial over trade secrets.
- Strause v. Atmajian, successful represented creditor in non-dischargeability action.
- Banafsheha v. Nassir, defense verdict for client in intentional tort case.
- Sify Limited v. Clairvoyant, defense verdict for client in million dollar non-solicitation case.
