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Your Trusted Personal Injury & Estate Planning Attorney in Clovis, CA
Val Dornay Attorney At Law has been serving clients in Clovis, CA and the Greater Fresno Area since 1976. With over four decades of experience in personal injury law, probate, and estate planning, our firm combines deep legal expertise with a client-centered approach. As a former Deputy District Attorney for Fresno County, Val Dornay brings prosecutorial insight to every case, ensuring aggressive representation and thorough understanding of the judicial system. We specialize in complex personal injury claims, including auto accidents, wrongful death, dog bites, and premises liability, operating on a contingency fee basis to ensure accessibility. Our team prioritizes personalized service, offering one-on-one consultations to address individual legal needs while maintaining a commitment to transparency and ethical practice.

We serve both English and Spanish-speaking clients, providing clear guidance through probate administration, will creation, and living trust establishment. Our reputation for reliability and results-driven advocacy has been built through consistent delivery of favorable outcomes across generations of clients. By focusing on direct communication and detailed case preparation, we ensure clients receive the full attention their situations require. Our office hours are designed to accommodate working individuals, with extended availability Monday through Friday. For over 40 years, we have remained dedicated to upholding the highest standards of legal professionalism while maintaining a compassionate approach to client care.
Services
Personal Injury Auto Accidents Wrongful Death Living Trusts Probate Administration Estate Planning Premises Liability Dog Bite Claims
Details
  • Year established: 1976
Highlights and features
  • We have over 40 years of experience in California legal practice
  • Our attorney brings prosecutorial experience from Fresno County DA's office
  • We operate on a strict no recovery, no fee contingency basis
  • We provide personalized service with detailed case attention
  • Our firm offers bilingual (English/Spanish) legal consultation options
Services
Personal Injury
Our personal injury practice handles cases resulting from auto accidents, slip and falls, and premises liability. We represent clients in securing compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering. With decades of trial experience, we negotiate aggressively with insurance companies to ensure fair settlements.
Wrongful Death
We assist families pursuing justice for loved ones lost due to negligence. Our firm handles complex wrongful death litigation involving medical malpractice, vehicle accidents, and unsafe premises. We guide families through probate court proceedings while seeking comprehensive damages for funeral costs and emotional distress.
Living Trusts
Our estate planning services create customized living trusts to protect assets and avoid probate. We draft revocable and irrevocable trusts tailored to individual financial situations, ensuring smooth asset transfer while minimizing tax implications for beneficiaries.
Probate Administration
We guide executors through California's probate process, handling will validation, asset inventory, and debt settlement. Our services include court representation for contested estates and assistance with trust administration to ensure legal compliance and efficient estate closure.
Premises Liability
We represent clients injured due to unsafe commercial properties, including slip and fall accidents and building code violations. Our firm investigates premises conditions, documents evidence, and pursues compensation for medical costs and related damages from property owners.
People
Val Dornay
Attorney at Law
Val Dornay has practiced law since 1976, specializing in personal injury and estate matters. As former Deputy District Attorney for Fresno County, he brings prosecutorial expertise to civil litigation. He focuses on client communication and trial preparation.
Questions
What areas of law does Val Dornay specialize in?
We specialize in personal injury litigation, wrongful death claims, probate administration, and estate planning including living trusts.
How does your contingency fee arrangement work?
We charge no legal fees unless we recover compensation for you. Our payment comes from the settlement or court award.
What experience does Val Dornay have with trials?
With over 40 years practicing law and former prosecutorial experience, we have extensive courtroom experience handling complex litigation.
Do you handle cases outside Fresno County?
While based in Clovis, we handle cases throughout California's Central Valley and surrounding regions.
What estate planning services do you offer?
We create customized living trusts, draft wills, and provide probate guidance to protect assets and ensure proper inheritance.