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Simon Mkrtychan, experienced Litigation attorney in Van Nuys, CA with 10 reviews
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26 Nov, 2024 by David nava
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03 Oct, 2024 by Jim roberson
Attorney Nader handled a difficult tenant situation with ease, his clear understanding and prompt response is priceless.
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17 Sep, 2024 by Morgan hatch
Called for advice on an eviction, answered on second ring, and gave me his opinion. Very professional and helped me sort through a difficult decision.
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Joseph Martin Roberts, experienced Litigation attorney in Van Nuys, CA with 20 reviews
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18 May, 2020 by Michelle
I had little success with my case prior to hiring an attorney. The only compromise being made was by me which only empowered my ex husband. The success that I did have was the divorce itself. I gave up a lot for the legal parting of ways with my ex husband but he wanted my misery, and he went above and beyond to hurt me and make my life difficult . I am the least likely person to do the things that he was accusing me of, in the presence of strangers or meeting people for the first time it was difficult knowing that their only idea of me is coming from a man intent on taking my children away because that is the most pain he could inflict on me. My ex created a narrative about me that described a horrible mother a horrible person in general, court was very intimidating, he said everything that would make me look like an unfit mother. I was frequently rendered speechless in court, always emotional. My judge was not empathetic to an emotional display. I would leave court feeling defeated. I was getting nowhere. I began to realize that anyone could say anything about someone in court and bring them to court for any reason. After four years of court appearances I saw the light and hired Joe to represent me. The relief I felt after our first appearance was incredibly uplifting. I wasn't feeling defeated leaving court for the first time in years because Joe is in his element in front of a judge. Outside of court Joe is not a man of many words but what he does say is well thought out, honest and impactful. It's easy to tell someone what they want to hear or mislead a person to get their business. I was told what to expect and to be in it for the long haul which definitely was not what I wanted to hear, court is seriously costly. Knowing what to expect takes a lot of the stress out of the situation. I no longer have to speak to my ex-husband, he speaks to Joe and Joe knows how to handle the bitter ex and move the conversation forward which has been incredibly satisfying. Not only are we moving forward while my ex-husband’s stall tactics have been rendered useless. I have the right person to speak on my behalf, I couldn’t ask for more, Joe continuously finds tactful ways to convey to the judge the character flaws that made it necessary I get out of a marriage that had become a prison sentence. The huge amount of gratitude I have for Joe’s integrity and commitment to the outcome of my case and his unburdening me of the bullying and torment that comes with personally corresponding with my ex husband cannot be measured. There has been a positive change in my overall well-being that Joe has given me. Joe is a very talented attorney, he doesn’t just blandly write a response he composes a statement that better expresses my experience than I did for him. . I now enter the court room with confidence, I leave having made a step in the right direction and I see that there will be an end to this stage of life of frequent visits to court. There are times in life that require you to leave it to a professional. With something as personal as your time with your children being in serious jeopardy it is very hard to hand it over and trust that it will work out. Joe can be trusted to handle the delicate and personal issues of your life with great care while relieving you of the stress that can diminish your quality of life. I did not expect to know what it is to be relaxed again. Nothing compares to peace of mind. Hire Joe to represent you, bring peace into your life.
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09 Sep, 2019 by David
I had hurt my back pretty bad at the beginning of the year. The place I worked didn’t believe me and the insurance didn’t believe me either. There were days I couldn’t walk or move. Mr. Roberts really stepped up for me. Just being able to talk with him when I needed helped to keep me calm during the whole ordeal and he fought to help me be able to back to school and settle my case. He’s no nonsense and a straightforward person and that meant so much to me.
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20 Jun, 2019 by Mike
My name is mike and I hired Mr Roberts to represent me with my case which he did a excellent job with and helped me to understand the legal aspects and my options in terms that I could understand as it was very confusing .He handled my case quickly and effectively and went above and beyond to make me feel comfortable through the whole process . I would definitely recommend him to anyone needing legal help with confidence .
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Zhenia Burgis, experienced Litigation attorney in Van Nuys, CA with 444 reviews
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20 Dec, 2024 by Josias martinez
Back in February 2024 I caught a gun charge. With my luck, Barry was able to expunge my criminal offense and maintain my record with no charges. My gun charge was expunged November 2024 thanks to Barry.
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16 Dec, 2024 by Jose malvido
Mr. Mora and his team are the ultimate professionals ! Helped me with my case and got great results! Highly recommend them to anyone looking for WC attorney! The best in the business!!!
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16 Dec, 2024 by Vc chappell
I had a great experience with Matt. He helped me alot with my case. Working with him was awesome and I really felt like I had someone on my side. Thanks Matt!
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Leigh Stacey Leshner, experienced Civil Rights, Copyright Application attorney in Van Nuys, CA with 92 reviews
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20 Dec, 2024 by J
I wanna thank you Palo for the help that you’ve given me and my kids. Thank you for always keeping in touch with me about my case and I really appreciate how much you got back to us. We are satisfied with your work and how you defended us. Thank you. you are a good lawyer and I appreciate it
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14 Dec, 2024 by Eric
Very happy with attorney. They had great business, Great communication during the whole process and will Recommend to my family
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05 Dec, 2024 by Alan melgar
Hired Pablo for my case and he handled it quick and he got the best possible outcome!!
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Marshall C Sanders, experienced Estate Planning, Litigation attorney in Van Nuys, CA with 1 reviews
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08 Jan, 2016 by Yanny
Great Attorney. Handled my case extremely professionally and I received my check less than 1 month after judgement. Highly recommended . These kind of professional and polite attorneys are getting harder and harder to find by everyday ! Marshall is extremely professional attorney and a pleasure to deal with. Thanks for all of your help Marshall!! -Yanny
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Payam Paul Aghabala, experienced Appeals, Litigation attorney in Van Nuys, CA with 43 reviews
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14 Jan, 2025 by April diaz
My experience with prestige law has been a great one they answered all my questions and got in contact with me in a timely manner also they get you to the best doctors who work around your schedule... from Todd to Harrison and Daniel and Christine they are wonderful!
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Loren Nizinski, experienced Criminal Defense, Estate Planning attorney in Van Nuys, CA with 1 reviews
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10 May, 2011 by Alberto
i had a mess going on, my business partner tried to rip me off while he and my wife had an affair, then tried to have me arrested for sexual assault. Loren was able to get my business contracts in order, Handled my divorce and custody issues, then he was also able to hande the criminal case and get the DA to throw it out completely!! i can not express how truly amazed i am that this all happened to me, and more importantly that LOren and his staff were able to sort out all my problems.
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Julia Sklar, experienced Criminal Defense, Litigation attorney in Van Nuys, CA with 1 reviews
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21 Dec, 2017 by Anonymous
If you hire julia make sure its written that she will pay from her share doctors or groups she uses to help your case. Im still paying for groups she used to help my case. Julia took 40% of my settlement its not fair that one has to pay people she contracts.
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Stephanie Soyoung Choi, experienced Litigation, Real Estate attorney in Van Nuys, CA with 1 reviews
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02 Dec, 2014 by Papayaw
This was the worst lawyer I dealt with in my life. She doesnt do anything but the bare minimum and tries to crush your hopes. Did not know simple term e.g. 'ROR' (Release on Own Recognizance), several different motions.
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Cheryl B. Frumes, experienced Litigation, Workers Compensation attorney in Van Nuys, CA with 0 reviews
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Adam Joshua Peck, experienced Litigation attorney in Van Nuys, CA with 0 reviews
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Eugene Andre Ahtirski, experienced Child Custody, Child Support attorney in Van Nuys, CA with 0 reviews
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Arin Diane Friedman, experienced Business, Litigation attorney in Van Nuys, CA with 0 reviews
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John Schlanger, experienced Family Law, Litigation attorney in Van Nuys, CA with 0 reviews
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Gregory James Carpenter, experienced Business, Insurance attorney in Van Nuys, CA with 0 reviews
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Lisa Michelle Freeman, experienced Litigation attorney in Van Nuys, CA with  reviews
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Jose Anthony Almodovar, experienced Litigation, Workers Compensation attorney in Van Nuys, CA with 0 reviews
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Brian H Burke, experienced Civil Rights, Criminal Defense attorney in Van Nuys, CA with 0 reviews
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Miguel Angel Muro, experienced Litigation attorney in Van Nuys, CA with 0 reviews
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Gregory J. Ford, experienced Litigation attorney in Van Nuys, CA with 0 reviews
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Mohammad P Saboorian, experienced Litigation attorney in Van Nuys, CA with 0 reviews
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Ravash R Ram, experienced Litigation attorney in Van Nuys, CA with 0 reviews
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Nancy Ann Young, experienced Litigation attorney in Van Nuys, CA with 0 reviews
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Jordana Lynne Siracusa, experienced Appeals, Government attorney in Van Nuys, CA with 0 reviews
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Robert Gray Martin, experienced Business, Criminal Defense attorney in Van Nuys, CA with 0 reviews
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Houri Ohannes Sassounian, experienced Class Action, Litigation attorney in Van Nuys, CA with 0 reviews
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What a Litigation Lawyer Can Do for You

A litigation lawyer specializes in representing individuals, businesses, or organizations involved in legal disputes. Whether you're the one filing a lawsuit or you're being sued, a litigation attorney will advocate on your behalf throughout the entire legal process. Their goal is to resolve disputes, either through negotiation, settlement, or trial. Litigation lawyers can help with a wide range of disputes, including contract disagreements, real estate issues, employment disputes, personal injury claims, and more.

Litigation lawyers provide strategic legal advice and manage all aspects of your case, from filing motions to representing you in court, ensuring that your rights are protected and that you have the best chance of achieving a favorable outcome.

When Should I Hire a Litigation Lawyer?

You should consider hiring a litigation lawyer if you're involved in a legal dispute that you cannot resolve on your own. Common situations include:

  • Breach of contract disputes: If a party to a contract fails to fulfill their obligations, a litigation lawyer can help you seek damages or enforce the agreement.
  • Business disputes: Litigation lawyers can represent you in cases of partnership disagreements, intellectual property disputes, or business fraud.
  • Employment disputes: If you're facing issues like wrongful termination, workplace discrimination, or wage disputes, a litigation lawyer can help resolve these matters through negotiation or court action.
  • Personal injury claims: If you've been injured due to someone else's negligence and are seeking compensation, a litigation attorney can help you pursue your case.
  • Real estate or property disputes: When there are conflicts over property ownership, boundary issues, or lease agreements, a litigation lawyer can assist in resolving the dispute.

Hiring a lawyer early in the process is beneficial, especially if a lawsuit seems imminent or you have already been served with legal documents.

What Does a Litigation Lawyer Do?

A litigation lawyer handles all aspects of your case, from the initial investigation to the trial and even the appeals process, if necessary. Their role includes:

  • Case assessment and investigation: Analyzing the facts of your case and advising whether it’s worth pursuing or defending.
  • Pleadings and motions: Drafting and filing documents to initiate or respond to a lawsuit, including complaints, motions to dismiss, and answers.
  • Discovery: Gathering evidence, including depositions, interrogatories, and document requests, to build your case.
  • Negotiations and settlement discussions: Attempting to resolve disputes through mediation, arbitration, or settlement talks before going to trial.
  • Trial representation: Presenting your case in court, examining witnesses, introducing evidence, and making legal arguments before a judge or jury.
  • Appeals: If necessary, filing appeals to challenge or defend the outcome of the trial.

Litigation lawyers are also skilled negotiators and often work to resolve disputes outside of court to save time, money, and stress for their clients.

How Are Litigation Lawyers Paid?

Litigation lawyers typically use a variety of fee structures depending on the type of case, the complexity of the legal matter, and the financial circumstances of the client. Common payment arrangements include:

  • Hourly rates: Many litigation attorneys charge by the hour, with rates varying based on experience and geographic location.
  • Flat fees: For specific, predictable legal tasks (such as filing a motion), lawyers may offer a flat fee.
  • Contingency fees: In personal injury or other cases where you seek damages, a lawyer may work on a contingency basis, taking a percentage of the settlement or award if you win.
  • Retainer: Some clients pay a retainer fee upfront to secure ongoing legal services. The lawyer then bills against this retainer as work is done.

The exact structure should be discussed in the initial consultation to ensure you understand how and when you'll be charged.

How Much Does a Litigation Lawyer Cost?

The cost of a litigation lawyer varies significantly depending on the nature of the dispute and the lawyer’s experience. Factors affecting the cost include:

  • The complexity of the case: More complex litigation involving extensive discovery, expert witnesses, or multi-party suits typically costs more.
  • Time spent: Litigation cases can be time-consuming, especially if they go to trial. The longer the case, the higher the legal fees.
  • Type of fee arrangement: Hourly rates can range from $200 to over $1,000 per hour, depending on the lawyer’s reputation and location. Contingency fees generally range from 25% to 40% of the settlement or award.
  • Stage of litigation: Cases that settle early in the process are often less expensive than those that proceed to trial or appeal.

It’s crucial to ask about cost estimates during your initial consultation to avoid surprises.

Top Questions to Ask a Litigation Lawyer

Before hiring a litigation lawyer, it's essential to ask key questions to ensure you're choosing the right representation:

  1. What is your experience with cases like mine?
    Ensure that the lawyer has experience handling your specific type of dispute, whether it's a contract issue, personal injury, or business matter.
  2. What are the potential outcomes of my case?
    Ask for an honest assessment of your case's strengths, weaknesses, and the likelihood of success.
  3. What is your fee structure?
    Clarify how you'll be charged, whether by the hour, a flat fee, or on a contingency basis.
  4. How long do you expect my case to take?
    While it's hard to predict, an experienced lawyer can give you a rough estimate based on similar cases.
  5. How often do you settle cases versus going to trial?
    Some lawyers are more inclined to settle, while others may be more experienced in the courtroom. It’s important to understand their strategy.
  6. What is your approach to resolving disputes?
    Some lawyers prefer aggressive litigation, while others focus on settlement or mediation. Choose one whose approach aligns with your goals.

How to Check the Credibility of a Litigation Lawyer

To verify a litigation lawyer’s credibility, consider the following steps:

  • Check bar association records: Ensure the lawyer is in good standing with the state bar and has no history of disciplinary actions.
  • Read client reviews and testimonials: Online reviews can provide insight into the lawyer’s professionalism and track record.
  • Look for litigation experience: Review the lawyer’s website or professional profile to ensure they have handled cases like yours and have a record of success.
  • Request references: Ask the lawyer to provide references from past clients who can speak to their effectiveness and approach.
  • Research their trial experience: If your case is likely to go to trial, ensure the lawyer has a history of courtroom success.

What Should I Prepare for My First Consultation?

To make your first consultation with a litigation lawyer productive, you should prepare the following:

  • A clear outline of the dispute: Provide a timeline and key details about the legal issue you're facing.
  • Any relevant documents: Bring contracts, emails, letters, or any other documentation that pertains to the case.
  • A list of key players: Provide the names of individuals or companies involved in the dispute.
  • Questions about fees and the litigation process: Make sure you understand how the lawyer plans to approach your case and how you will be charged.
  • Your goals and expectations: Be clear about what outcome you're hoping for, whether it's a settlement, compensation, or another resolution.

By coming prepared, you can ensure that your initial meeting with the lawyer is both efficient and insightful, giving you a better sense of how to proceed with your case.

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