About Kelly Hope
Kelly Hope Zinser is a licensed attorney admitted to practice law in California, Illinois, and Missouri. She was admitted to the California State Bar in 1998, the Illinois State Bar in 1996, and the Missouri State Bar in 1995. Her California Bar number is 196335, and her license is currently active. Ms. Zinser is a founding partner at Zinser | Hayes, a law firm located in Newport Beach, California. She has over 30 years of legal experience, serving clients in California and previously in Illinois and Missouri.
Ms. Zinser earned her Juris Doctor degree from Tulane University Law School, graduating with honors. During her time at Tulane, she served as the Articles Editor of the Tulane Law Review and externed with the Honorable Morey L. Sear, Chief Judge of the Eastern District of Louisiana. She completed her undergraduate studies at Washington University in St. Louis, also graduating with honors. Her academic background has provided a strong foundation for her legal career.
Ms. Zinser's practice areas include estate planning, business law, and bankruptcy. She assists clients with estate administration and probate matters, helping them navigate the complexities of estate distribution. In business law, she provides guidance on entity formation, strategic alliances, and deal negotiations, serving as outside general counsel for startup companies. Her bankruptcy practice involves advising clients on asset protection strategies and structuring deals to address financial challenges.
Throughout her career, Ms. Zinser has been admitted to practice before various courts, including the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California. She has represented clients in both state and federal courts, handling cases from initial evaluation through trial proceedings. Her extensive experience enables her to provide comprehensive legal services tailored to her clients' needs.
Ms. Zinser is an active member of the California State Bar and has been involved in the Orange County Bar Association's Commercial Law and Bankruptcy Section, serving as its Chair from 2011 to 2012. She has also been a member of the National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys and the Orange County Bankruptcy Forum. Ms. Zinser maintains a high rating on Avvo, reflecting her commitment to client satisfaction and professional excellence. She is fluent in English and Spanish, allowing her to serve a diverse clientele effectively.
