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Mitchell Scott Ostwald

Law Offices of Mitchell S. Ostwald β€’ Sacramento, CA
ProbatePersonal InjuryReal Estate

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Contact

Email
Phone
(916) 512-8478
Address
3001 I Street, Sacramento, CA, 95816-4442, US

Professional

About

Mitchell Scott Ostwald is a distinguished attorney and the founder of the Law Offices of Mitchell S. Ostwald in Sacramento, California. With a focus on personal injury, probate, and real estate law, he is dedicated to providing exceptional legal representation to both consumers and businesses. Ostwald possesses extensive expertise in securities law, business and investor disputes, and construction defect litigation. Recognized for his unwavering commitment to justice, Ostwald approaches each case with professionalism, thoroughness, and creativity. His years of experience have instilled in him the importance of maintaining momentum in legal proceedings while seeking innovative solutions that align with his clients' interests. He believes that the key to achieving favorable outcomes lies in an attorney's determination and passion for fairness. Ostwald has achieved notable successes in civil litigation and securities arbitration, including landmark settlements and jury awards for his clients. Among his most significant victories are a $3.5 million and a $4.4 million settlement for homeowners, marking some of the largest awards in Sacramento County's history for construction defects. Additionally, he secured a $2.6 million jury verdict, including punitive damages, for a business client in a lender liability case against a major national bank. A graduate of UCLA and the University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law, Ostwald also holds a Diploma in Advanced International Legal Studies from the University of Salzburg, Austria. He is a member in good standing with several prestigious legal organizations, including the State Bar of California and the Public Investors Arbitration Bar Association (PIABA), and serves as an arbitrator for the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority.

About Probate Law

Probate attorneys guide families through the estate administration process after a loved one passes. They handle court filings, asset distribution, and dispute resolution. Common matters include estate administration, will contests, heir disputes, trust administration.

Credentials

Education
1984 McGeorge School of Law, University of the Pacific J.D. 1979 Univ of California at Los Angeles Bachelor of Arts

Recognition & Involvement

Awards
2018 AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell 2017 AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell 2016 AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell 2015 AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell 2014 AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
Publications
1997 Sacramento Bee Debunking the Myth of Construction-Defect Litigation
Associations
1996 - Present Financial Industry Regulatory Authority Arbitrator 1992 - Present Public Investors Arbitration Bar Association (PIABA) Member 1987 - Present State Bar of California Member 1987 - Present International Bar Association Member 1987 - Present American Bar Association Officer
Speaking
2010 Estate Planning Seminar Estate Planning 2010 Assets & Aging Radio guest with Bob Scrivano 2009 Estate Planning Seminar Estate Planning 2005 Your Money Radio Co-Host with David Oldenberg 2004 Your Money Radio Co-Host with David Oldenberg
Updated: Mar 25, 2026