The attorney's at Feldsott, Lee & Nichter do the minimum needed and then the quality of work is very questionable. An example, our HOU needed a draft notification of an emergency special assessment that all of our electrical panels needed replacement due to fire hazards. An emergency special assessment needs the legal reason that the assessment was a safety issue and that it was urgent-by CA law. The document that was offered to the board gave a totally imagined reason since the attorney never bothered to ask the board the accurate (and legal) reason. Had we distributed this inaccurate notice to our angry homeowners, we would have been at risk of a law suit. I have a VERY different idea of what good legal advice is that I can trust. I now chose Iger & Wankle in Orange County. read more

This firm made many errors and charged me for them and their billing seems to be excessive and deceptive. I recommend that you resear them and look for more acceptable representation. read more

I needed help with a civil litigation with my former roommate, and also a friend of mine needed a notary to sign some paperwork so we went together - and they were good on both counts! Christian is a great attorney with a laid-back attitude, and was very cordial to me and my needs. We ended up winning that case btw - and their notary, Ivan, helped out my friend as well! For me, money well worth spent!! read more

My home, along with 36 others in my neighborhood, was recently destroyed in the Eaton fire in Altadena. In the aftermath, my neighbors and I, who live on a private road, needed legal advice regarding forming a road association and contacted Feldsott, Lee & Nichter. I initially spoke with a paralegal, Ivan, who was pleasant enough. Given our circumstances, he said he'd check if the usual $250 consultation fee could be waived. He later confirmed a free 30-minute consultation. The morning of our scheduled meeting, Ivan emailed to say, "The attorney said he could meet with you for a 30-minute free consultation. However, we can no longer do it at 2:00 pm today. Would you like to reschedule it for tomorrow morning, at 10:00 am perhaps?" I had hoped to share information with my neighbors at a meeting that evening, so after some back and forth, he then suggested I call after 3:30 pm, saying, "Feel free to call any time after 3:30 pm, ask for me, and then I will transfer you over to the attorney." At 4:07 pm--as I was returning from the site of my burned-down house and just before I was about to call--I received another email. This one stated that because I hadn't called precisely at 3:30 pm the attorney had left, and the promised pro bono consultation was now off the table. Instead, they now wanted to charge me $250, as the email stated: "The attorney just left for the day. He asked me to let you know if you would like to reschedule the appointment it would be a $250 consultation." This bait-and-switch tactic, especially after they had rescheduled me themselves and given the devastation we've experienced, is beyond disappointing. It's a sleazy move that demonstrates a complete lack of compassion. I'm not someone who typically asks for handouts, but in this situation, every bit of help matters. The $250 isn't the point; it's the principle. I'm happy to pay for good legal services, and regularly do in my professional life. But in this case I needed guidance on HOA law, which is outside the area of expertise of any of the lawyers I know. In the wake of this fire, the outpouring of support from the vast majority of people has been overwhelming and heartening. But it's disappointing to encounter a firm like Feldsott, Lee & Nichter, which seems so disconnected from that spirit of generosity. Their actions speak volumes. My experience with them is a reminder that not everyone prioritizes helping others, and I hope this review gives others the opportunity to look elsewhere before seeking their legal counsel. read more

The only way they probably make money is through billing judgements on non-clients because no likes to waste money. Which is exactly what they did, waste money by racking bills " reviewing documents " the a amount of time they build through the total amount of documents that are even available to read. They would have to read at a third grade level. Oh let's add lying to the judge saying they spent the bare minimum. This case couldn't have been simpler and short yet managed to rack up 15k. So you read it here according to them, you will not be able to retain their services for under $15,000 buyer beware read more

Wish I had read yelps before I retained Austin. My 95 yr old mother moved from senior living and needed a home in a 55+. WE found a lovely community and a good condo in our price range. I am her POA. The attorney usually represents HOA's, so I was worried about a conflict of interest. He said NONE existed. WE let him know we were not DEEP POCKET Money clients and needed to get as much done with a threatening letter as possible. We have a lengthy list of issues which illustrate HOA failure to perform; failure to cite previous owners; inequities in service HOA enforcement; poor re-roofing job; failure to replace cracked skylight (resident safety); trip and fall hazards in areas the HOA maintains; over spraying our new windows with paint and much more. The HOA shows no respect for safety of their 55+ residents (roofer left hazardous debris in gutters, patio, common areas by using a blower to blow it off roof!). I think that's AGAINST their 55+ non-profit charter (tax shelter). We also think this is ELDER FRAUD but the attorney would not be proactive in filing these reports. Damages were well above the 12K for small claims ... if you include our lengthy list of retaliation and harassment, we thought we had a good case. Our attorney did nothing. Virtually rolled over a played dead. He failed to bring our only binder copy of the CC&R's to the IDR hearing ... and watched the VP of our HOA say false, unfounded, illogical and negative things about me without proof and without objecting. He made more work for us, not less. Then, both he and Christian went on summer vacation and totally DROPPED THE BALL. Then he had the nerve to ask for MORE MONEY! We have asked for 4k retainer to be returned, but we fear no recourse. SUCH a disappointment. We fired him and have another referral (with FAR better yelps) from a friend in real estate. read more

This lawyer was hired to compose a letter to HOA Board addressing neighbor complaint of a motion light in backyard. Bottom Line: initial phone conversation with MARY DEUTSCH lawyer stated it would cost approximately $500 for this letter and around 15 minutes time. They asked for a retainer of $3000.00 to be wired directly to a bank, which we did. After this I tried to call Mary but got no answer on her phone which made me nervous we had been played. Eventually she did provide and send the letter as requested but never discussed how much she was charging us or what other work she was doing on our behalf that we never requested. Basically we finally received a bill stating they used ALL of the retainer and even that we owed an additional $207.75. When finally talking to Mary on the phone after numerous attempts to contact her office and Firm owner, she was extremely rude saying "I can't deal with you and people like you - if you go to the grocery store do you dispute them on the charges?...Go find yourself another attorney, I'm done with you, I don't want to work with a guy like you.". It is my belief that this firm and/ or lawyer Mary Deutsch intentionally stalled communication to drain the retainer for what should have been a very simple process. Buyer beware. read more

this attorney feldsott charged our association over 10k fee just to collected about 1k in collection. stayed away from this law firm

Mr. Feldsott helped my family resolve a title issue quickly and effectively. We really appreciate his expertise. It saved us a lot of time and money. read more

I would give them no stars, I dealt with the lawyers assistant, and was sent an invoice for almost $3000.00 for her getting him to write ME a letter. EEk methinks not.... try and get to deal directly with the lawyer instead of working through their help. I would never use them again. read more

They deserve zero stars. They worst lawyer on earth. The best thing I did was leave this law firm. After taking us for a ride, he bailed. He will charge you an arm and a leg. If they were the last firm on earth, I would do it myself. Do yourself and lose their number. read more

I was able to receive great advice from this law firm and they gave me excellent service during the process of my case. I could tell that they were season lawyers and knew exactly what they were doing. They were able to not only help me with my case, but they enlightened me on new laws and regulations that I never even heard of. I genuinely recommend this law firm for their great service, knowledge, and prestigious due diligence. read more

My experience with this law firm was exceptional! I would recommend them to anyone. I've dealt with plenty of lawyers in my day..divorce, etc., and this firm is stellar. My attorney was Mr. Stanley Feldsott, he was sooo great!! Reasonable price for lawyers these days and on top of everything, resolved the matter the best I could've ever expected. He will be my lawyer on any other matters that arise, he was so great. And everyone that I dealt with at this firm....Jennifer & Ruth especially, were always so professional and kind to me. I cannot say enough positive things. If you hire Mr. Feldsott as your attorney, you will not be disappointed!! read more

These "attorney's" are a rip off. They are collection attorneys that charge you outrages prices for nothing. I am currently suing these attorneys for many reason including excess charges, not providing information and refusing to submit my correspondence to their client etc. please do not contract them or if they contact you do not communicate with them. They will charge you for every email you send them and they send you since they don't talk to you by phone. they will charge you attorney fess while the whole time your talking to some idiot paralegal that gives you the run around to keep adding fees. They have been sued before for their malpractices and lost. If your interested in joining my lawsuit send me a message. I am using the same attorney the one against them in the first case ever where a collection attorney lost. i met my attorneys client and he couldn't disclose what was awarded but he said he was very happy. read more