Corrigan Welbourn Stokke, APLC

Corrigan Welbourn Stokke, APLC is a criminal defense law firm in Newport Beach, CA. The firm specializes in representing individuals and businesses facing criminal investigations and prosecutions in both state and federal courts. Its practice covers a wide range of charges, including misdemeanors, felonies, white collar crimes, drug trafficking, RICO cases, and violent offenses such as murder and sexual assault. The attorneys bring over 100 years of combined legal experience to their work, having all begun their careers as prosecutors. This background allows the team to understand the prosecution side of the courtroom and build proactive defense strategies. The firm serves clients in Orange County and surrounding areas, including Los Angeles, Riverside, San Diego, and San Bernardino. It holds a 5.00 rating based on 44 reviews.

The firm is a small practice where cases are never handed off to less-experienced staff. Instead, the three founding attorneys approach each matter collaboratively, ensuring that every client benefits from the full depth of the team's experience. Kate Corrigan focuses on federal criminal cases, including complex white collar crime and drug trafficking, and has served as President of the Orange County Criminal Defense Bar Association. T. Edward Welbourn, a former Orange County Deputy District Attorney, handles felony and misdemeanor cases, with specific expertise in high-profile jury trials involving special circumstance and death penalty charges. His work has been featured on national programs such as Dateline NBC and ABC's 20/20. The firm offers 24/7 availability and same-day appointments, maintaining a personalized approach to every legal challenge.

The office is located at 4100 Newport Pl Suite #550. It sits just off MacArthur Boulevard, about a tenth of a mile away, and is close to Newport Place Drive and Von Karman Avenue. The area is defined by these major roads, placing the firm in a central part of Newport Beach's commercial district.

The firm’s standing is built on a strong local reputation, reflected in its consistently high customer ratings and a steady record of repeat and referred clients. This trust is backed by the specific credentials of its attorneys, including AV-Rated status from Martindale-Hubbell and recognition as Super Lawyers and Top 100 Trial Lawyers. In Newport Beach, Corrigan Welbourn Stokke, APLC provides a focused, collaborative defense for those facing the most serious criminal charges.