San Diego · Civil Litigation

The Next Generation
of Attorneys.

Gietzen is a boutique civil litigation practice that blends major-firm litigation experience with next-generation legal technology to streamline every step of your case. We deliver modern, strategic representation in business, real estate, and employment disputes through efficient case management, transparent communication, predictable costs, and the direct attorney access modern clients deserve.

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BOUTIQUE ATTENTION
BIG-FIRM CAPABILITY
TECH-FORWARD
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How we help
— Employment

Employment Law

Drafting durable contracts, defending wage & hour actions, and resolving disputes through negotiation, administrative claims, or litigation. For employers and employees alike.

— Business

Business Law

From contested dissolutions to fraud and partnership disputes. Where preventive counsel falls short, we move decisively to courtroom strategy backed by data-driven preparation.

— Contract Law

Contract Law

Well-drafted contracts prevent disputes before they start. We draft, review, and negotiate agreements across all business and personal contexts — and litigate when the other side doesn't hold up their end.

— Real Estate

Real Estate Litigation

Partition actions, lease disputes, boundary disputes, and fraud. We protect property owners, investors, and developers across Southern California.

— General Counsel

Outside General Counsel

In-house insights without in-house overhead. Predictable, scalable legal partnership for startups and growing companies: contracts, formation, transactions, and risk.

— Judgment Enforcement

Judgment Enforcement

A judgment is only as valuable as the recovery behind it. We locate assets, secure liens, and execute post-judgment remedies until what you're owed is actually collected.

Chandler R. Gietzen, Managing Partner
Behind the firm

Experienced. Strategic. Tech-Forward.

Gietzen, PC is a boutique civil litigation firm led by Chandler R. Gietzen. The firm's cases revolve around contract disputes, employment actions, real estate litigation, business law, and transactional matters.

We deliberately kept the firm small so every client works directly with the attorney handling their matter. We deliberately invested in the same case-management and analytics infrastructure used by major firms, so "small" never means "under-resourced."

The Gietzen system

Smart Technology. Superior Results.

A boutique firm can move fast, but only if the infrastructure can keep up. Gietzen runs on an integrated stack of case-management, document intelligence, and discovery automation tools. The advantage is measurable: faster turnaround, lower per-hour cost, and the analytical depth normally reserved for AmLaw 200 budgets.

  1. Integrated Case ManagementSingle source of truth from intake through judgment.
  2. Encrypted Client PortalDocument exchange, e-signature, and status. Securely, on your schedule.
  3. Automated Evidence OrganizationDocument indexing and timeline reconstruction at scale.
  4. Streamlined WorkflowsPredictable cadence. Faster filings. Lower friction.
The Gietzen Difference

Built Differently. On Purpose.

These aren't slogans on a values page. They are the operating constraints that govern how Gietzen takes on work — and what every client can expect, from the first call through final resolution.

Boutique Attention,
Big-Firm Capability.

Direct access to the attorney handling your matter, paired with the strategic depth and resources of a major firm.

Personal · Resourced

Modern Litigation,
Streamlined.

Advanced case-management technology and efficient workflows that control cost without compromising thoroughness.

Efficient · Precise

Clear Communication, Every Step.

Virtual meetings, transparent updates, and rapid responses, so you always know where your matter stands.

Responsive · Open

Free Consultations, No Pressure.

A 30-minute conversation to evaluate your matter and outline next steps. Most scheduled within 48 hours of inquiry.

Easy · Honest
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Recognition

In Their Own Words.

All testimonials

The result was a complete victory where we divested and removed our problematic partners, recovered over half a million in attorneys' fees, and even secured punitive damages for fraud. I would absolutely recommend Chandler and his team to anyone in need of a strong advocate.

Randy Business Dissolution / Fraud

Chandler was patient, thorough, strategic, and highly communicative from start to finish. He developed a clear step-by-step strategy, adjusted when needed, and helped navigate a stressful process with confidence and professionalism.

Anonymous Employment Law · Severance

Chandler stepped in and within a few months, I can proudly say that I'm sole owner of my home. This would not have happened without Chandler's expertise. I can't express how thankful I am for his hard work and kindness.

Reach

Serving Clients Throughout California.

Headquartered in San Diego with representation across the state. We appear regularly in Superior Courts, Courts of Appeal, and district courts for the Ninth Circuit in California.

  • San DiegoHQ
  • OceansideN.County Sup.
  • CarlsbadN.County Sup.
  • TemeculaRiverside Sup.
  • FresnoFresno Sup.
Gietzen service area — Southern and Central California
Free Consultation

Partner with the Next Generation of Civil Litigation Attorneys.

A 30-minute conversation costs nothing. We'll listen to the matter, give you our honest read on strategy and likelihood, and lay out next steps. Whether or not you decide to engage us.

  • Direct attorney access — never an intake bot.
  • Virtual or in-person meetings, on your schedule.
  • Plain-language strategy. No legalese, no surprises.
  • Most consultations scheduled within 48 hours.
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Step 02 / Of 02 — Your Matter

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