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07 Mar, 2024 by Jonathan perks
Criminals
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07 Mar, 2024 by Moustafa hassan
Unethical
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29 Feb, 2024 by Refat “refat58” a
25 Jun, 2024 by Zoraida cordova
If you’re a creative, especially in film in LA, find a law group that knows how to handle a contract and negotiate things in favor of their clients.
I’ve been an author for 12 years, and I would not recommend at all.
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25 Jan, 2024 by Pau wes
They are ambulance chasers. They search court records for new filings and then email you to get your case. Never ever use them
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28 Sep, 2023 by Christian daniels
Stay away. They don't make you feel like a priority and they do very sloppy work. I had to constantly stay on then, almost begging them, for progress on my case. Their good lawyers of the firm left years ago. That tells you something.
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25 Jun, 2024 by Zoraida cordova
If you’re a creative, especially in film in LA, find a law group that knows how to handle a contract and negotiate things in favor of their clients.
I’ve been an author for 12 years, and I would not recommend at all.
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25 Jan, 2024 by Pau wes
They are ambulance chasers. They search court records for new filings and then email you to get your case. Never ever use them
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28 Sep, 2023 by Christian daniels
Stay away. They don't make you feel like a priority and they do very sloppy work. I had to constantly stay on then, almost begging them, for progress on my case. Their good lawyers of the firm left years ago. That tells you something.
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25 Jun, 2024 by Zoraida cordova
If you’re a creative, especially in film in LA, find a law group that knows how to handle a contract and negotiate things in favor of their clients.
I’ve been an author for 12 years, and I would not recommend at all.
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25 Jan, 2024 by Pau wes
They are ambulance chasers. They search court records for new filings and then email you to get your case. Never ever use them
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28 Sep, 2023 by Christian daniels
Stay away. They don't make you feel like a priority and they do very sloppy work. I had to constantly stay on then, almost begging them, for progress on my case. Their good lawyers of the firm left years ago. That tells you something.
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16 Feb, 2024 by Bradley ball
In my opinion, the Attorney for this firm, Natasha Domek, lied to me and it cost me money. Do not trust
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16 Aug, 2023 by Kerrington johnson
50 state partner….. they are the best at insurance defense
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10 Dec, 2019 by John freed
11 Mar, 2013 by Anonymous
Just like any human being Leo Terrell is human and is subject to imperfections. All in all Mr. Terrell kept his word and refunded our money. Leo has a thick skin and that is what makes him an excellent lawyer. His name alone has clout in and out of the courtroom. Without his representation we would not have ever gotten a three year restraining order against racist gang members who were terrorizing us for years. Thank you Leo.
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28 Feb, 2013 by Anonymous
Leo passes himself as vocal civil rights attorney on talk shows to drum up his business but in my experience as paying client he cannot care less about your civil rights or your legal rights as client. Much has been written about Leo recently. Leo's own staff and previous employee referred to Leo as “scumbag lawyer” and for that I do believe there is a valid reason. If you search the internet you will find it.
In time when he took my money I did not know that he has 36 other cases and will delay filling of my case more than 6 months. I did not know Leo Terrell will than file mediocre pleading and ignore my litigation objectives, emails and calls. I did not know when I hired him that I will have to live in fear of losing my sizable retainer and endure yelling, threats and other abuse.
In my experience, the only thing Leo cares about is MONEY. His gig is to take sizable retainers from unsuspecting clients (reportedly $10,000 - $15,000) to keep his bank account balance bloated and then he flat out ignores client and does whatever he wishes with the client's case.
In mediations he intimidated me and threatened to walk on me if I do not obey his directive, irrespective of my litigation objectives. When he couldn’t settle the case Leo lied to the judge and dropped my case on false pretexts. Leo also uses one trick that you should be aware of. Leo will use his low paid associate as witnesses against you if he decides to drop you case. Be careful! It happened to me and it seemingly happened to others so while this appears to be a pattern one can only consider this report and few others on AVVO a “tip of the iceberg”.
If you have a current case with Leo and he doesn't treat you right, keep the good record and file BAR complain early. Taking abuse from Leo DOESN'T PAY! Multiple lawsuits against Leo Terrell have been filed in Superior Court over the years by clients and vendors . Go to any Superior Court and search his name. Record shows that Leo is sued by clients and service providers many times. This pattern of abuse where clients and providers end up losing their money, while Leo Terrell keeps their money and their work product is something the California BAR should look into closely.
"Leo’s way" caused harm and I wish I NEVER gave my case to this “civil rights imposter lawyer”.
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11 Jun, 2011 by Behtaj amiri aka richard amiri
Anti antisemitism by a new manager at a fortune 100 computer company ruined my 15 years of company documented exemplary service. The company covered up my requests for help against the manager. 4 Independent examiners sided 100% in my favor in the underlying workman's compensation case leading to a civil case in which Leo Terrel was hired.
Leo Terrel Spent $250,000 on my case over 3 years. He conducted 33 depositions. He paid for 10 days of court and confidently passed summery judgement, and then he abandoned my case 5 days before trial. To leave the case he told the judge that he did not know of the 11 tape recordings I had of the defendant, when in fact he used the recordings during some of the depositions.
Later, another attorney estimated that Leo Terrell spent $200,000 of his own money and $50,000 of his time in preparing my case over 3 years. He said Terrell even paid $13,000 for 10 days of court time for trial, just days prior to suspeiciously removing himself from the case. I only paid a $5,000 retainer when I hired Terrell.
Worthy of inspection are:
1. How can a judge approve Leo Terrell's request to leave me just days prior to trial when in fact he knew that Terrell used the tapes while deposing witnesses? This approval was done in Santa Monica court on record.
2. I had witnesses (my brothers and their wives) sitting in the court room ready to testify that at the start of the case, Terrell instructed them to listen and categories the tape recordings, but the judge did not allow their testimony, telling me that the appropriate introductions were not made. Considering the fact that I'm not an attorney, plus I didn't even know why we were in court, one would expect an HONORABLE judge to delay his judgement and give me time to bring witnesses forward the right way. But instead the judge granted Mr. Terrell's request to leave my case just 5 days prior to trial.
Another judge in downtown Los Angeles who found out about this, told me that I should sue Leo Terrell for malpractice. He said this on record in his court room in front of an audience.
I couldn't find an attorney to take over my case because I couldn't reopen discovery.
The devil interrupted the Garden of Eden, after which G-D gave humanity one chance after another to be good. G-D never got what he wanted from us. The bad in the world causes pain and damage. This has made me what I am today. G-D's warrior with a mission to Significantly Improve the World at any cost.
Now Significantly Improving the World daily at www.Behtaj.com
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02 Jun, 2020 by Anonymous
Very rude. Kept trying to overtalk me and wouldn’t even listen. I kept trying to give her facts and details about what I needed help with and she just insisted she already knew what I was talking about and had absolutely no idea. I have never actually sat down and have a conversation with a more disconnected from reality person in my life. It was amazing to me that she was able to function day to day in a professional capacity
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02 Jun, 2020 by Anonymous
I will not be following through with this attorney's services. This lawyer was mean and condescending -- and, quite frankly, acted like a bully towards me. She did not answer my questions about my case; she was cold, she was rude and she was wholly unprofessional. Marla talked over me, and made me feel small and insignificant. I didn't feel like she cared about me in the slightest as a potential client. I highly recommend looking elsewhere for legal assistance.
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29 Mar, 2021 by Anonymous
Tim HSU in his profile indicate he is also a California Certified public Accountant as of 3/26/2021. In fact his cpa license expired in 11/30/2015. And was cancelled by the board of accountancy as of 02/15/2021. In court paper he filed still indicated he is a CPA. He over charges his clients. Make simple thing complicated. Attempted to temper the witness statement, Aware of groundless lawsuit with no merit still induce his clients to continue the lawsuit and and wasting money and time. Never use this lawyer.
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15 Feb, 2018 by Ben a
Horribly slow
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13 Apr, 2013 by Anonymous
Extremely unstable in presentations, Lacks sensitivity to those he's speaking to. Poor listener. Has trouble with "critical intersections" where he appears confused. Can';t hold teaching job. Rubs peolple the wrong way. Extremely poor communicator.
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What a Civil Rights Lawyer Can Do for You
A civil rights lawyer focuses on protecting individuals whose constitutional rights have been violated by government authorities, employers, or private organizations. These lawyers specialize in cases involving discrimination, police misconduct, freedom of speech, and other fundamental rights guaranteed under the U.S. Constitution and civil rights laws, such as the Civil Rights Act, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and the Fair Housing Act.
Whether you've been discriminated against due to race, gender, religion, disability, or other protected characteristics, or you believe your civil rights have been violated by a government entity, a civil rights lawyer can help you seek justice, hold wrongdoers accountable, and secure compensation for any harm you've suffered.
When Should I Hire a Civil Rights Lawyer?
You should hire a civil rights lawyer when your constitutional rights or other protected rights have been violated, and you need legal assistance to seek justice. Some key situations in which you may need a civil rights lawyer include:
- Employment discrimination: If you have faced discrimination at work based on race, gender, age, religion, national origin, or disability, a civil rights lawyer can help you file claims under laws such as Title VII of the Civil Rights Act or the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
- Police misconduct or brutality: If you were the victim of police brutality, unlawful arrest, racial profiling, or other forms of misconduct, a lawyer can help you file a lawsuit for violations of your Fourth and Fourteenth Amendment rights.
- Freedom of speech or assembly violations: If your First Amendment rights to free speech or peaceful assembly have been restricted by the government, a civil rights lawyer can represent you in challenging the violation.
- Housing discrimination: If you’ve been denied housing or faced unfair treatment due to your race, ethnicity, gender, or disability, a lawyer can help you file a complaint under the Fair Housing Act.
- Voter rights violations: If you believe your right to vote has been unfairly suppressed or you’ve faced discrimination in the voting process, a civil rights lawyer can help you fight for your rights.
- Disability rights violations: If you’ve faced discrimination in accessing public spaces, employment, or services due to a disability, a lawyer can help enforce your rights under the ADA.
- LGBTQ+ rights violations: If you've experienced discrimination based on sexual orientation or gender identity in employment, housing, or public services, a civil rights lawyer can help you pursue legal remedies.
Hiring a lawyer early on can help you understand your legal options and build a strong case to protect your rights.
What Does a Civil Rights Lawyer Do?
A civil rights lawyer provides legal representation and advocacy to individuals whose rights have been violated. Their work can include:
- Filing lawsuits: A civil rights lawyer can represent you in court by filing lawsuits against individuals, businesses, or government entities that violated your rights.
- Advocating for policy changes: Civil rights lawyers often engage in advocacy work, pushing for reforms to laws and policies that infringe upon people's rights.
- Representing clients in discrimination claims: These lawyers help clients file claims with federal or state agencies, such as the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) or the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).
- Negotiating settlements: In many cases, civil rights lawyers work to negotiate settlements for their clients before a case goes to trial, securing compensation for damages such as lost wages, emotional distress, or legal fees.
- Defending freedom of expression: Lawyers may represent clients whose rights to free speech, assembly, or protest were violated by government restrictions or other actions.
- Handling appeals: If your civil rights case has been decided but you wish to appeal the ruling, a civil rights lawyer can help you through the appeals process.
How Are Civil Rights Lawyers Paid?
Civil rights lawyers typically charge for their services based on the complexity of the case and the type of legal work involved. Common payment structures include:
- Contingency fee: Many civil rights lawyers work on a contingency basis, meaning they only get paid if they win your case. Their fee is typically a percentage (usually 25% to 40%) of the settlement or damages awarded.
- Hourly rate: For cases that require extensive legal research or litigation, some lawyers charge by the hour, with rates ranging from $150 to $500 or more, depending on the lawyer’s experience and location.
- Pro bono or sliding scale: Some civil rights lawyers or organizations may work on a pro bono (free) basis or use a sliding fee scale for clients who cannot afford typical legal fees.
- Flat fee: In specific cases, a lawyer may charge a flat fee for services like drafting legal documents or filing a complaint.
It’s important to clarify the fee structure during your initial consultation to avoid unexpected costs.
How Much Does a Civil Rights Lawyer Cost?
The cost of hiring a civil rights lawyer varies depending on the complexity of the case, the lawyer’s experience, and the type of legal issue. General cost estimates include:
- Contingency fee cases: For cases taken on a contingency basis, the lawyer’s fee will typically range from 25% to 40% of the settlement or judgment awarded.
- Hourly rates: Many civil rights lawyers charge hourly rates ranging from $150 to $500 or more, depending on their experience and the complexity of the case.
- Flat fees: For straightforward legal tasks, such as filing a complaint with a government agency or drafting legal documents, flat fees may range from $1,000 to $5,000.
- Pro bono work: Some civil rights lawyers or nonprofit organizations provide free legal representation in certain cases involving important constitutional or civil rights issues.
Be sure to ask for a detailed estimate of costs during your consultation to understand the financial commitment involved.
Top Questions to Ask a Civil Rights Lawyer
Before hiring a civil rights lawyer, it’s important to ask the right questions to ensure they are the best fit for your case. Key questions to ask include:
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What experience do you have with civil rights cases?
Ensure the lawyer has experience handling cases similar to yours, whether it’s employment discrimination, police misconduct, or First Amendment violations. -
How do you charge for your services?
Clarify whether the lawyer works on a contingency fee basis, hourly rate, or flat fee, and ask for an estimate of the total cost of your case. -
What is the likelihood of success for my case?
Ask the lawyer to provide an honest assessment of your case, including the strengths, weaknesses, and potential outcomes. -
Have you handled cases like mine before?
Inquire about the lawyer’s experience in cases with similar facts and legal issues. -
What is the timeline for resolving my case?
While exact timelines can vary, ask for an estimate of how long your case may take, from filing to resolution. -
Will you handle my case personally?
In larger firms, junior attorneys or paralegals may work on parts of your case, so it’s important to know who will handle your legal matter directly.
How to Check the Credibility of a Civil Rights Lawyer
To ensure you are hiring a reputable civil rights lawyer, take the following steps to verify their credentials and track record:
- Verify their state bar license: Check with your state bar association to confirm that the lawyer is licensed to practice and has no disciplinary actions against them.
- Look for specific civil rights experience: Review the lawyer’s website or professional profile to ensure they specialize in civil rights law and have a history of handling cases like yours.
- Read client reviews and testimonials: Look for client reviews on platforms like Avvo, Martindale-Hubbell, or Google to see what previous clients have said about the lawyer’s professionalism and success rate.
- Ask for references: A credible lawyer should be able to provide references from past clients who can speak to their experience with civil rights cases.
- Check for advocacy or nonprofit work: Lawyers involved with civil rights organizations, such as the ACLU or NAACP Legal Defense Fund, may have a strong reputation in the civil rights legal community.
What Should I Prepare for My First Consultation?
To get the most out of your first consultation with a civil rights lawyer, it’s important to come prepared with relevant documents and information. Here’s what you should bring:
- A detailed account of the violation: Provide a written summary of the events, including dates, times, and any people involved in the violation of your rights.
- Documentation and evidence: Bring any supporting documentation, such as emails, letters, photos, or video footage that may help prove the violation of your rights.
- Records of complaints or reports: If you’ve filed complaints with a government agency or reported the violation, bring copies of those documents.
- List of questions: Write down any questions you have about the legal process, costs, and potential outcomes of your case.
- Information on damages or harm: Be prepared to discuss the harm you’ve suffered due to the violation, such as emotional distress, financial loss, or physical injury.
By preparing thoroughly for your consultation, you can help the lawyer assess your case more effectively and get the best possible legal advice on how to proceed.
