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13 Sep, 2024 by Elias pizano
Today we celebrate a hard-won victory in a challenging case,
And the Master mind behind this victory is my incredible attorney !Clayton Robertson!
His unwavering dedication and passion for justice are truly inspiring, im so lucky to have you by my side in this difficult case, If you need a Legal Champion who will fight for you with heart and soul look no further,
"Clayton Robertson" is a Top-notch Legal Professional who truly cares for you.
For being a Shining Star in the Legal world
and truly frien to me, you deserve all the Accolades and More!
#Grateful Client...
#Exceptional Attorney ...!
#Legal Rockstar.....!
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13 Sep, 2024 by Guerra guerra
Gracias un equipo profesional e eficiente se los recomiendo 👍
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07 Sep, 2024 by Josie mendoza
I travel to California, presented my case to doctor alex and he kindly listen to all details and was blessed by all the help I received from all his experience.
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13 Sep, 2024 by Elias pizano
Today we celebrate a hard-won victory in a challenging case,
And the Master mind behind this victory is my incredible attorney !Clayton Robertson!
His unwavering dedication and passion for justice are truly inspiring, im so lucky to have you by my side in this difficult case, If you need a Legal Champion who will fight for you with heart and soul look no further,
"Clayton Robertson" is a Top-notch Legal Professional who truly cares for you.
For being a Shining Star in the Legal world
and truly frien to me, you deserve all the Accolades and More!
#Grateful Client...
#Exceptional Attorney ...!
#Legal Rockstar.....!
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13 Sep, 2024 by Guerra guerra
Gracias un equipo profesional e eficiente se los recomiendo 👍
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07 Sep, 2024 by Josie mendoza
I travel to California, presented my case to doctor alex and he kindly listen to all details and was blessed by all the help I received from all his experience.
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05 Apr, 2024 by Jen deal
I was injured at work and hired Ratto law Firm to represent me with my Workman’s compensation claim. This was a very long 12 year life changing experience for me and my family. I couldn’t have gotten through this without the help and knowledge of Yuvanna Davis. Yuvanna is a very empathetic , knowledgeable attorney, she actually listens to you. Being involved in a workman’s compensation case is very depressing among so many other things. Halving someone by your side who actually cares about you, your health and your future means a lot. The workman’s comp system is not looking out for you. Make sure you give Ratto law firm a call, so they can help you move on and you can start living a life worth living.
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26 Mar, 2024 by Rosa perrymen
Yuvanna M. Davis
Is a great Lawyer,. Hard Worker And
Knows how to get the work done.
Is a Beautiful Person. Well recommended.
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01 Mar, 2024 by Mayra leyva
Yuvana Davis Excelente abogada
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18 Oct, 2024 by Ron allen
Annie and Bob Beles (the two lead attorneys of the firm) were both very helpful in my case. I faced very serious criminal charges. Annie was my lead attorney. Without her great legal expertise and spunky street smarts, I would have been falsely convicted and sent to prison, after a terribly contentious and emotional trial. Thank you both, for saving my life! I highly recommend this firm!!!
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25 Jul, 2023 by Kefi ho
Rude
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06 May, 2022 by P lo
18 Oct, 2024 by Ron allen
Annie and Bob Beles (the two lead attorneys of the firm) were both very helpful in my case. I faced very serious criminal charges. Annie was my lead attorney. Without her great legal expertise and spunky street smarts, I would have been falsely convicted and sent to prison, after a terribly contentious and emotional trial. Thank you both, for saving my life! I highly recommend this firm!!!
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25 Jul, 2023 by Kefi ho
Rude
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06 May, 2022 by P lo
25 Mar, 2024 by Philip patrick
01 Feb, 2024 by Michon blount
They work but not at reasonable prices! I wouldn't have used.
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10 Apr, 2023 by Chris kirschenheuter
He can't respond in a timely manner. Either he is too busy or he doesn't' recognize he's pushing prospective clients away.
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07 May, 2015 by Joanna
We engaged Ms. Traum to represent us in a civil suit against our HOA. We had been experiencing inequitable enforcement of the governing documents and discrimination.
Ms. Traum advised us to start by having her place a pone call to the HOA attorney suggesting ADR, prior to filing papers. We discussed our budget and what we were looking for in a law firm. She gave us her hourly rate and the amount she would require to make a call and file papers. We were to be refunded the difference should the call be successful and from the start it was to be a limited scope agreement. We notified her to go ahead with the call in response to her detailed (overly detailed and often redundant) email. A few days later she informed us she would not make a call, wanted twice the amount we had paid her to put her name on our filings and that we had to be in pro per. Exactly what we did not want to be. It was too late for us to engage anyone else as it was at the 11th hour she made this complete switch and in contradiction to our retainer agreement both written and oral. She
painted us into a corner, deprived us of a very important first step which we had relied on her and her word to perform. We now had to file, and it was two hours before the deadline to do so that she finally emailed us the documents. They were incomplete and inaccurate, and there was nothing we could do. No time to revise, no time to amend. She had taken our funds, paid for specific services she did not perform. Our case was low priority, and our opinion, taken for easy money. To add insult to injury, she then attempted to justify this highly unacceptable conduct through an invoice in which she
claimed she gave us a deal. Highly insulting and extremely false. We deeply regret our association with her.
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26 Feb, 2014 by Erica
Sheryl Traum handle a very big commercial real estate case for me. She is very knowledgeable in real estate disclosures/contracts, as well as building construction. Always kept me informed and gave me excellent advice on how to move forward with my case. When I would call her she was always available or would call me back within 1 hour. Sheryl is very calm and professional and knows her law and court cases.
Sheryl Traum also represented me on a small condominium case. We won both cases. I would highly, highly recommend her as your next attorney. If you would like to talk to me in person, Sheryl Traum has my phone number, be glad to talk to you via phone or in person.
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26 Feb, 2014 by Cathy
I would recommend Sheryl Traum without hesitation. She addressed my legal situation with the utmost professionalism, and exhibited patience and fairness throughout the entire process.
She was thorough in her research and understanding of the challenges I faced, and was able to expedite what could have been a very lengthy legal battle in a timely and efficient manner. We settled our case within a few short months with a positive outcome.
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11 Oct, 2013 by Anonymous
Peter Smith and his firm, Dhillon Smith, are corporate counsel for the company I serve as CEO.Peter represented the company in numerous actions, including our counter-suits, involving a former employee. The nature of the actions involved fraud, concealment and failure to disclose material facts to prospective investors, breach of fiduciary duties, self-dealing, etc. The former employee's attorney took on his case on contingency fees, and attempted to shakedown and bully the company and its executives at depositions and in court.
Peter's handling of the actions could not have been more effective and successful. He was calm, competent, low-key and very effective where it matters. While the other attorney was into theatrics and intimidation/bullying. Peter's style was focused, nuanced, and demonstrative of sound legal judgment and high quality professionalism. Peter created a simple, effective legal framework for the company to present his case for the company, presented it to the judge in a trial lasting several days. The result speaks for itself: the judge overwhelmingly ruled in favor of Peter and the company.
To make it more satisfying, the judge on separate occasions admonished the other attorney for conduct. In contrast, the judge was very satisfied with Peters conduct and professionalism.
At all times in this multi-year, multi-action process Peter kept the Board and CEO fully informed of what he is doing. He discussed his legal strategy, asked for feedback, incorporated those elements that we offered he found of value, explained why some of my other points didn’t matter, etc. In other words, his working style enabled the company and its executives to feel part of a team in working with the outside counsel in a very important matter.
Peter, considering the company's interests, had also filed court papers to insure the other party would be held liable for the attorney's fees in the frivolous actions they imposed on the company. The company is waiting for the judge to complete their ruling and expects to recover its costs (plus damages).
I've worked with some of the best attorneys in corporate law/litigation in the bay area. I'd rate Peter Smith and Harmeet Dhillon among the top. Their firm is small, the service is personalized, your case would be handled by the name partners, their cost structure is far lower than a big law firm so you get excellent value for your money.
If you are a CEO/head of a small or medium business I'd suggest you consider Peter Smith as corporate counsel. If you are an executive or founder of a company and need a sound, competent, low-key attorney to protect your interests, I'd suggest you consider Peter Smith. Lastly, if you are faced with someone attempting to intimidate/bully you with legal threats you'd do well to consider Peter Smith to represent you.
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24 Sep, 2013 by Shri
Peter (as he prefers to be called) is a great trail attorney. He is a partner of his small but extremely effective firm Dhillon and Smith LLP. He along with his partner Harmeet Dhillon have, I think, put together a great team to help people like me to navigate complicated legal trials and processes emerging from some knotty business partnership disputes.
Peter has a great temperament to deal with the highs and lows of the emotions that I went through with my business issues and calmly helped me to make decisions by explaining the legal and trail nuances leading to successful solutions each step of the way.
In conversations with Peter I felt the dept of his experience and that was very reassuring to me. I am not an attorney or an expert in the Law by far and this is just from my experience as a layman client.
His firm, Dhillon & Smith LLP, have rates that are slightly on the higher side but they are very efficient with their hours. They are client friendly and work through any issues that may come up.
Thanks Peter and Harmeet ... and team.
I highly recommend them.
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18 Sep, 2013 by Bob
We hired Harold Smith to represent the company as general counsel. As founder, CEO,and largest shareholder I had a ring-side seat in observing Harold's performance as counsel for about four-five years. Harold is expensive and ok value in select areas: real estate transactions and contracts and litigation, dealing with the city and state departments involving commercial and residential real estate. He was not as effective in other areas, specifically litigation involving business or commercial entities, employee-employer risk management, negotiating and settling with attorneys representing irate customers or business partners or employees, smoothing through upset shareholders, etc. Harold's inexperience, and his refusal to acknowledge it, complicated matters very much and proved in time to be expensive for my company. The company concluded we needed someone that was more experienced in those areas Harold was not strong, we needed less of real-estate focused legal help where he is ok. So we switched to another firm. Harold's handling of our decision to switch legal representation made things very difficult and he could have been more professional.
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30 Nov, 2008 by Anonymous
We used Ms. Dabis for a fairly straightforward eviction a few years ago. She was very good and efficient. She made time, was responsive, and did what she said she would do.
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03 Jun, 2024 by Oso california
21 Jun, 2023 by Dominic rivera
I just want to say James Latimer and the whole Ladimir law. Firm was great awesome from start to finish except for Sergio Monteon, who was very rude condescending and answered questions in tone not very customer service oriented, but I’d have to say Mr. Latimer and the rest of the team is awesome not only did he achieve in winning my case with Workmen’s Comp., but also went above and beyond with applying me for subsequent injuries, benefits trust fund, and also won my case at 100% disabled. God bless you James God bless your entire team.
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17 Aug, 2022 by Bridg blount
I have been a client for a few years since the onset of my wc injury. Throughout my entire time being a client I have experienced good customer service from both staff and attorneys. However, their Office Manager Monroe, is very rude and unprofessional. I find this to be so disappointing that he interacts with clients is this tone. It is also unfortunate because he is a representative of the firm.
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27 Oct, 2018 by Anonymous
This is an outstanding no nonsense workmen’s compensation attotney who bring 35+ years experience to his work and it shows! Mark did a free comprehensive workmens compensation phone consultation with me and he also did a 1:1 live meeting with me. Mark cleared up any and all confusion I had on my case. By time I left i had so mich more knowledge about workmen’s compensation law and how the system works. I am very thankful that there are outstanding attorneys of Matk’s calliber who practice in my community. I wanted to hire Mark as my attorney but he encouraged me to try to finish my case first with my current workmen’s compensation attorney. If you want the best that out community has to offer speak with Mark. You will be glad you did!
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29 Jan, 2018 by Anonymous
I engaged Mr. Rubke in resolving the dissolution of assets between myself and my ex.
Mark and I had one initial free consultation and I paid him $1500 retainer to start work. As per what was discussed, I outlined all the assets as well as the proposal of division and organized all the supporting paper trail for him. This was February of 2017.
Several weeks went by and I had seen or heard nothing from him. I attempted to contact him by calling and emailing. No communication was returned.
One of the assets (house) was to be sold in a couple of months and I still had no document which would have outlined the division of profit from the sale of this asset (as well as all other assets).
finally in August (6 months after initial contact) and post the sale of 1 asset (but prior to any future sales), I received a draft agreement which was no better then a boiler plate with both partie’s names added. Nothing in the document addressed any asset by name, any proposal of dividing the asset, pay schedules, etc. Etc. The language was completely generic and unuseable.
I attempted to contact him again to get a document that actually outlined a division proposal and listed the assets to be divided but never received anything.
In the end I sent him an email stating he was fired and requested that he refund the $1500 which netted me nothing in return. He has declined to do so.
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25 Aug, 2021 by Ronald
Omar and his team brought peace of mind to me when the got my money that was owed to me from a contractor in Santa Rosa Thank you.
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29 Jan, 2021 by Anonymous
1. Difficulty communication with client when the case was almost completed. 2.Did not return phone calls. 3. Put lien on property without communicating verbally or letter. 4. Difficulty releasing information to attorney.
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10 Mar, 2015 by Jaimie
I retained Matthew J. Webb to represent my company as a creditor in a bankruptcy case. It was a slam dunk case, yet he still filed the wrong documents, missed the statute of limitations and almost got my company and I sanctioned. I had to hire a new attorney who could not fix Matt's mistakes. As a result my company lost over $10,000.
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11 Mar, 2014 by David
Matt took us all the way to trial and won. Many times my family wondered whether the painful litigation, lasting several years, was worth the effort. This process is full of grief. In our instance, the defendant was held in contempt by the court for refusing to appear, show cause or produce records. Our litigation involved fraud by concealment in a commercial real estate transaction & a substantial amount of money - $100's of thousands of dollars. In the 1st instance, the court charged the defendant w/ contempt and fined him $50. $50 bucks ! That's less than a parking ticket. I think the 2nd contempt of court penalty was $75 bucks. The 3rd was a few hundred dollars. How the defendant could thumb his nose at the court & get away with this was a disheartening experience. Regardless, Matt took us all the way to a bench trial where the defendant was finally judged and found guilty of fraud. Without Matt's calm & confident demeanor my family would have given up because of what we perceived as the futility of the process. Matt is a great attorney who will go to trial if necessary.
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13 Aug, 2012 by Anonymous
Provides straight forward Bankruptcy services only. If you are having difficulties with your lender, this attorney can not help you. We came very close to losing our home literally by the skin of our teeth. We were so frustrated, that we sought the help of a different attorney who is well versed in Mortgage Law. Our new attorney saved our home by obtaining a very affordable loan modification that protects us for the next 24 years and he got us clean out of bankruptcy with our debts dismissed.
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What a Real Estate Lawyer Can Do for You
A real estate lawyer provides legal assistance in transactions and disputes involving property, including residential and commercial real estate. Whether you're buying, selling, leasing, or developing property, a real estate attorney can help ensure that your transactions are legally sound and your rights are protected. They review contracts, perform due diligence, resolve disputes, and provide legal representation in negotiations and litigation involving property matters.
Real estate lawyers are crucial in safeguarding your investment by ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal real estate laws, as well as protecting you from potential legal pitfalls related to property ownership and transactions.
When Should I Hire a Real Estate Lawyer?
Hiring a real estate lawyer is beneficial in various scenarios, including:
- Buying or selling property: When navigating complex real estate contracts, it’s advisable to have a lawyer review and ensure that the terms are favorable and legal.
- Commercial property transactions: For leasing, purchasing, or selling commercial properties, a lawyer can help manage the intricate legal aspects of such transactions.
- Zoning or land use issues: If you're planning to develop property or change its use, a real estate lawyer can guide you through zoning laws and land use regulations.
- Resolving property disputes: For boundary disputes, title issues, or disagreements over property rights, a lawyer can help mediate or litigate the matter.
- Foreclosures or evictions: If you're dealing with foreclosure or managing a tenant eviction, legal representation ensures that the process adheres to local laws and protects your interests.
- Title and deed issues: Lawyers can help clear title disputes, ensure the legitimacy of property deeds, and handle transfers of ownership.
What Does a Real Estate Lawyer Do?
A real estate lawyer provides a range of services to help with property transactions and disputes, including:
- Contract drafting and review: Ensuring that purchase agreements, leases, and other contracts are legally binding, fair, and protect your interests.
- Title search and clearance: Conducting a thorough title search to ensure that the property has no legal claims or liens that could affect ownership.
- Facilitate closing: Managing the closing process in real estate transactions, including reviewing final documents and ensuring that everything is in order before the transfer of ownership.
- Resolve disputes: Handling legal disputes related to property ownership, boundaries, zoning, or tenants.
- Assist in financing: Reviewing loan agreements and mortgage documents to ensure the terms are fair and legally sound.
- Zoning and land use advice: Guiding clients through the complexities of zoning laws and building regulations for property development or renovation projects.
How Are Real Estate Lawyers Paid?
Real estate lawyers typically charge for their services in the following ways:
- Flat fee: Many real estate transactions, such as reviewing a sales contract or assisting with a closing, are charged on a flat-fee basis.
- Hourly rates: If a lawyer is handling complex disputes or litigation, they may charge by the hour. Hourly rates can vary significantly based on the lawyer’s experience and location.
- Contingency fees: In rare cases, such as property disputes or claims for damages, a lawyer may work on a contingency fee basis, meaning they only get paid if you win or settle the case.
- Retainer: For ongoing legal support, some clients may pay a retainer, which is an upfront fee used as a deposit for future legal services.
It's important to clarify the fee structure with your attorney before hiring them to avoid any surprises.
How Much Does a Real Estate Lawyer Cost?
The cost of a real estate lawyer varies based on the complexity of the matter, the location of the property, and the lawyer’s experience. Key factors that affect pricing include:
- Type of transaction or issue: Simple tasks, like contract reviews, typically cost less than handling a complex property dispute or litigation.
- Experience and location: More experienced lawyers or those in high-demand areas, like urban centers, often charge higher rates.
- Billing structure: Lawyers may charge a flat fee for basic services like document review or hourly for more time-intensive work such as disputes or litigation.
Flat fees for straightforward services like closing assistance may range from $500 to $1,500.
Hourly rates can range from $150 to $400 or more, depending on the attorney’s experience and location.
Always discuss fees upfront to understand the overall cost of the legal service you're receiving.
Top Questions to Ask a Real Estate Lawyer
Before hiring a real estate lawyer, ask the following questions to ensure they are the right fit for your legal needs:
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What experience do you have with real estate law?
Ensure the lawyer has experience in the type of real estate transaction or dispute you’re facing, whether residential, commercial, or development-related. -
What is your fee structure?
Ask how the lawyer charges for services - whether it's a flat fee, hourly rate, or retainer - so there are no surprises later on. -
How long will the process take?
Especially important for real estate transactions or disputes with deadlines, ask for a general estimate of how long the process will last. -
Have you handled cases similar to mine?
Experience with similar transactions or disputes can give you confidence that the lawyer knows how to handle your case. -
Will you handle my case personally, or will it be passed to another attorney?
Confirm who will be handling the bulk of your case work, especially in larger firms where junior lawyers may take on some responsibilities. -
Can you provide references?
Speaking with past clients can give you insight into the lawyer's experience and how they handle cases.
How to Check the Credibility of a Real Estate Lawyer
To ensure you’re hiring a reputable real estate lawyer, take these steps:
- Check with the state bar association: Verify that the lawyer is licensed and in good standing with no disciplinary actions on their record.
- Read online reviews and testimonials: Look for reviews on legal directories and platforms like Avvo or Martindale-Hubbell to see what past clients have said.
- Ask for references: A credible lawyer should have past clients willing to share their experiences.
- Review their track record and expertise: Look at the lawyer’s website or LinkedIn profile for information about their experience in real estate law and any relevant cases they’ve handled.
- Membership in professional organizations: Lawyers who are members of respected legal or real estate organizations, like the American Bar Association’s Real Property Division, often signal credibility and expertise.
What Should I Prepare for My First Consultation?
To make your first meeting with a real estate lawyer productive, you should prepare the following materials:
- Relevant property documents: Bring purchase agreements, lease contracts, mortgage documents, zoning permits, or any other paperwork related to your case.
- A summary of the issue or transaction: Be ready to explain the situation, whether it's a property dispute, contract negotiation, or development issue.
- Questions about the legal process: Prepare a list of questions about how the lawyer will handle your case and what steps are involved.
- Financial documents or loan agreements: If the case involves financing or a mortgage, bring any related documents for the lawyer to review.
- Your goals and timeline: Be clear about what outcome you're hoping for, and if there are any deadlines that need to be considered, such as closing dates or legal filings.
By coming prepared, you can ensure that your consultation is efficient and informative, allowing you to assess whether the lawyer is the right fit for your real estate needs.
