Fantastic litigation attorney. Our company, as well as many other defendants, was involved in a 4+ year class action lawsuit. Krista and her team did an excellent job of defending our position and managing us through the never ending process, while always being very mindful of time & costs. I would highly recommend Krista, and would definitely use her services again.
After several residents of San Clemente were removed from the Council meeting, denied the right to speak during meetings, denied the right to address individual council members, and were subject to interruption and were denied access to city documents, we retained [lawyers] to safeguard our constitutional rights. Krista was the lead attorney. While she met great resistance from the City Attorney, over a few months she successfully negotiated a complete victory for her clients including recovery of her law firm’s fees. It was a pleasure being a client as her professional ability was extraordinary. She was able to successfully navigate the constant city attorney obstacles. She always consulted each of the three plaintiffs before moving forward on very complicated negotiations. In any event she is a go-to attorney regarding various constitutional rights. I recommend her highly.
Excellence in every aspect of her job. Krista is that very rare gem of an attorney who exceeds one’s expectations at each and every facet of her profession. I came to her with an important First Amendment case involving a government entity. Her enthusiasm to “fight the good fight” was immediately evident. Her grasp of the issues and attention to detail were impressive, as was the speed with which she evaluated the facts and issues. She communicates very effectively and responds quickly, both with the unexpected bonus of always being courteous and pleasant. At the same time, she has a strong writing voice which results in skillfully worded and firmly precise legal documents. Her initial assessment of the case proved to be entirely accurate, as well as completely successful. She approached the defendants aggressively, and swiftly negotiated a fully favorable outcome. There is no better endorsement than prompt success. I wholeheartedly recommend Krista to anyone needing professional and effective representation.
I couldn’t have asked for a better attorney to fight by my side. Krista is thorough, detailed oriented and super considerate. She didn’t just provide impeccable legal service, but also a sense of companionship. She understood what I was going through emotionally and never forgot to take care of my feelings. I had so many questions along the way but she always explained things in a way that I can easily understand. I still remember our first meeting. Her compassionate, warm and firm tone really calmed me down from the panic of being served. I understand most attorneys’ time is super valuable- especially someone at Krista’s level- but she listened to me patiently and never for once cut me off. Our anti-SLAPP motion was granted and the case was dismissed within 8 months of me being served. Going with Krista was one of the best and most important decisions I’ve made in my life. A good lawyer doesn’t just give you victory, but also better sleep every night and a peace of mind. I was only able to focus on my own profession and continue driving my own career because of Krista!
THE BEST! Exceptional Advocacy with Unmatched Clarity and Communication. Krista Baughman represented me from 2024-2025, during one of the most difficult and professionally destabilizing periods of my career, involving defamation from a co-worker and from the company itself. From the very beginning, she demonstrated exceptional professionalism, clarity, and integrity. Krista is not only a highly skilled trial attorney, but also deeply thoughtful and strategic in how she manages complex, emotionally charged litigation. One aspect of her representation that I appreciated immensely was her consistent transparency. She regularly forwarded correspondence and updates from opposing counsel, ensuring that I always understood where my case stood in the litigation process. I was never left wondering what was happening, whether progress was being made, or whether I needed to follow up — her communication was proactive, clear, and steady throughout. Reading the correspondence between Krista and opposing counsel further reinforced the strength of my decision to have her represent me. Her writing and advocacy were precise, intelligent, and well-reasoned, even when engaging with multiple attorneys on the other side. After listening/reading Krista converse with the opposing counsel, they sounded less educated than her- and frankly, not nearly as smart. She articulated arguments with a level of clarity and sophistication that stood out, and it gave me great confidence knowing my case was being handled with such competence and care. What truly sets Krista apart is her ability to advocate fiercely while remaining ethical, measured, and deeply human. She listened carefully (through all my tears), respected my voice, and ensured I felt informed and supported at every stage. At times when the process felt overwhelming, her steadiness and professionalism made a meaningful difference. She was able to take my emotional turmoil and translate it into power legal dialect. I am profoundly grateful for Krista’s representation and would recommend her without hesitation to anyone seeking a principled, intelligent, and committed advocate. Any client fortunate enough to work with her will be in excellent hands. She is the total package, and worth her weight in gold.
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