L. Sue Loftin

L. Sue Loftin is a founding partner/managing counsel of Loftin | Bedell P.C., Carlsbad, California. Loftin | Bedell P.C. is a versatile legal firm that caters to clients all over California. Their services encompass real estate, finance, corporate law, and litigation support, including trusts and estate planning. The firm prides itself on delivering outstanding legal assistance that prioritizes innovative problem-solving and personalized attention. With a client-centric approach, they are committed to providing top-notch legal services at reasonable rates. Ms. Loftin is a highly-rated attorney who serves clients throughout San Diego, California, and other parts of Southern California. Her practice is primarily focused on real estate law, where she represents real estate owners and developers in various cases, including sales, rental documents, leases, and acquisitions. Additionally, Ms. Loftin handles corporate and business operations, business financing, and governmental compliance issues. With 40 years of experience as an attorney, she graduated from the Thomas Jefferson School of Law with a Juris Doctor and holds a license to practice in California and before the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 9th Circuit and the Supreme Court of California. She completed her Bachelor of Arts in History and Philosophy at Oklahoma City University in 1972.

During her extensive career, Ms. Loftin has successfully represented numerous clients and has even contributed to shaping California law through her involvement in several reported decisions. Some of these landmark cases include San Marcos Mobilehome Owners' Assc. et al v. City of San Marcos, et al., 192 Cal.App.3d 1492, 1987, CA 4th Dist., Property Owners of Whispering Palms, Inc. v. Newport Pacific Inc. et al., 132 Cal App 4th 666, 2005, CA 4th Dist., and Palm Springs Investment Company LP v. City of Palm Springs, 2010 Cal.App. Unpub. Lexis 1193 (February 19, 2010), among others. Her practice is backed by a wealth of experience and legal knowledge, leading her to receive various awards for her work, including the 2016 Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce's Business Person of the Year. A life member of the National Registry of Who's Who, Ms. Loftin also received the Star Award from the San Diego Performing Arts Association, the Presidential Award from the California Ballet Association, and the Spirit of Dance Award - California Ballet, among others. 

Ms. Loftin is an active participant in various professional organizations, such as the San Diego County Bar Association, North County Bar Association, California Bar Association, the Irish American Bar Association, Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce, Encinitas Chamber of Commerce, and WMA - Western Mobilehome Park Owners Association. Ms. Loftin has given several presentations on topics related to her practice areas and has authored several scholarly works. Additionally, Ms. Loftin is involved in volunteer and community service activities. She serves as the Vice President of the Board of Directors of the Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce, the Executive Board of Directors of the Carlsbad Chamber Foundation, and the Board of Directors of New Village Arts. Ms. Loftin is a frequent donor to Batiquitos Lagoon Foundation and Brooke Theater. A horse owner, Ms. Loftin also enjoys riding horses, skiing, and hiking in her free time.