Many of these Yelp reviews are about this law firm doing lightweight legal work or providing an initial consultation. Any decent attorney can do that by writing a strongly worded letter or making a few phone calls to solve a conflict. However, I don't see any reviews about a client going through years of a litigation nightmare like I did with them. So, I have a very different perspective. Hiring them was the worst mistake of my life. My case was handled by a newbie attorney who had just passed the Bar Exam mere weeks before. His meekness and inexperience proved to be a disaster. For example, if the opposing counsel would cry, begging for an extension on a deadline, the newbie attorney would comply. He was sanctioned by the judge for $1500 but didn't tell me about the sanction. This is just one illustration regarding the lack of transparency. A friend of mine, a retired judge, said that getting sanctioned is a red flag, and it "never looks good in the eyes of a judge." I was offered a settlement for a "paltry $20,000" (the newbie attorney's words, not mine). He and the partner did not even bother to proofread the settlement offer. It had the incorrect County, and unbelievably, it did not include one of the main reasons I was suing the Defendant in the first place. Because I felt I had been wronged by this law firm, I filed a complaint with the State Bar. The State Bar Investigator suggested I contact an attorney specializing in legal malpractice or go through fee arbitration. I opted for fee arbitration as this was the only viable option for me financially because this case wiped out my savings. It's a good thing I did go through fee arbitration: I prevailed with the three arbitrators. Fortunately, I did not have to pay this law firm the thousands of dollars remaining on my bill. At least there was some justice. The most upsetting aspect for me personally was this law firm never disclosed any information about the partner's case from the California State Bar. This was not disclosed prior, and I never would have hired a law firm based on this. This indicates questionable judgment. Clients want an attorney they can trust, at least I do. The partner was found to have committed "moral turpitude" due to his lying to police officers. Why would anyone hire an attorney who committed moral turpitude? In my opinion, this demonstrates very questionable judgment. This is disgraceful and erodes client confidence. What the attorneys at this firm did was unforgivable. They were not upfront with me about my case. They did not manage my expectations. They were not truthful about legal strategies nor the costs involved (like the tens of thousands of dollars for drafting a PAL, which the three fee arbitration judges ruled was far too expensive). They refused to do crucial discovery that would have changed the outcome drastically. My case was possibly a tort, which is usually done on a contingency fee basis, not hourly. Because of the inadequate legal counsel I believed I received, they almost ruined my marriage. They did ruin my savings. They ruined my health--physically, emotionally, and mentally. They ruined my faith in attorneys. They ruined my life. read more

As a condo homeowner, I have faced my fair share of challenges with my Homeowners Association (HOA) board. It wasn't until I sought the assistance of Lubin Pham Caplin that I felt supported and understood. This law firm has consistently demonstrated honesty and integrity, and I cannot recommend them highly enough for anyone dealing with an HOA board that is overstepping their boundaries. From the moment I stepped into their offices, I felt welcomed and respected. The team at Lubin Pham Caplin took the time to listen to my story and understand the challenges I faced with my HOA board. They treated me with dignity and assured me that they would work tirelessly to address the board's mismanagement and abuse of power. Throughout the entire process, Lubin Pham Caplin showed an unwavering commitment to transparency and open communication. I was regularly updated on the progress of my case and felt confident that they were advocating for my best interests. Their team took the time to break down complex legal concepts, ensuring that I was well-informed and empowered to make decisions. What truly sets Lubin Pham Caplin apart is their dedication to honesty and integrity. They are not just looking to win cases, but to make a positive impact on their clients' lives. This was evident in their approach to my situation, as they worked to ensure that the HOA board was held accountable for their actions and that the rights of condo owners like myself were protected. In conclusion, I wholeheartedly recommend Lubin Pham Caplin to anyone struggling with an uncooperative or abusive HOA board. This firm's honesty, integrity, and genuine concern for their clients' well-being are truly commendable. If you're looking for a team that will fight for you and ensure that your rights as a homeowner are protected, look no further than Lubin Pham Caplin. read more

We had a fantastic experience working with Divya at Lupin, Pham & Chaplin Attorneys. Our HOA was unfairly imposing on our rights, entangling us in a bureaucratic mess that felt overwhelming, and segregatory. From the moment we connected with Divya, we felt we were in capable hands. She was everything we could have hoped for in legal representation- knowledgeable, persistent, and refreshingly honest. Her deep understanding of HOA law and her professional, diplomatic approach made all the difference in getting the HOA to take us seriously. Divya went above and beyond to educate us on our rights as homeowners, which was invaluable in protecting ourselves from the HOA's overreach. With her help and knowledge we were able to address the false violation claims against us and , ultimately achieved a resolution we were pleased with. If you're in need of representation, especially in a HOA dispute, I highly recommend Divya and the team Lubin, Pham, Caplin. They were fair, helpful and truly had our best interest at heats. read more

Nick Caplin gave me amazing service beyond my hopes in addressing HOA issues with a board that was bullying residents in general and harassing me specifically. As I have had disappointing to dismal experiences with lawyers in the past, I now do my own research about any legal issue in my life before I turn them over to a lawyer as a last measure. So, I was extremely appreciative of the EXCELLENT research and work that went into my requested action to the board. When I usually feel I have to micro-manage things, Nick is the only lawyer I've used in my 30 years of business who gave me the full confidence to turn the matter fully over to him. His communication and response times were always immediate and his knowledge of HOA and tenant legalities went 500% beyond what my own initial research came up with. The final letter to the board was incredibly impressive with multiple legal cases supporting my issues. Best Regards, Lisa Precious read more

I had my strategy session yesterday with Andrew Hertzog. He was amazing. He went thru all my options for now and gave me ideas to assist me prior going full force on the association even to the point of free services. i got exactly what i was looking from this meeting. Attorneys are expensive but i feel the time i was given and the information i received was worth every penny. Andrew was amazing and spoke to me so i would understand all the legal mumble jumble and costs. i hope that my issue was resolved thru a violation hearing with the hoa but now i know where to go if my problems persist - to Andrew!!! Thank you Andrew for your concern, advice and understanding. The way i have been treated by the association and the person complaining over and over and over about me (lies), i have a feeling i will need you in the future. Again, many thanks. read more

I called these guys to get some guidance on what to do for my mother, who lives down in south Orange County and was dealing with some HOA nonsense. I spent a good amount of time on the phone with Nick Caplin who gave me all the information I could have possibly needed. Most impressively, he steered me in the direction that was best for me and my family, and not for himself and the firm. I didn't end up using Lubin Pham + Caplin as a result of Nick's honest assessment of the situation, my needs at the time, and what just made good common sense. This leads me to believe that they are exactly the type of firm I would want to use should the time come again. Sometimes, the best case of customer focus doesn't even require a transaction. I wouldn't hesitate to call them again if needed. read more

BAR COMPLAINTS FILED against this law firm Lubin Pham Caplin Law Firm (and their lawyer Nickolas Caplin was arrested for DUI intoxication and does not put this on their website);; Brock Kaminski and 25-O-19363 JC Chimoures, 25-O-19354 Michael Craig Lubin, 25-O-19355 Namson Nguyen Pham, 25-O-19356 Nicholas James Caplin, 25-O-19358 Andrew Scott Herzog, 25-O-19360 William Joseph Idleman ELDER ABUSE LAWSUIT will also be filed against ALL lawyers for acts and ommissions. AND have support from local groups that will show the world that this law firm is trying to hide and not disclose to the public about bar dicipline and dui history with news coverage and mailers. read more

We thank the lucky stars that led us to Nick Caplin when we had a problem with our HOA Board. His counsel was perfect -- first made sure we were clear on our goal, helped us figure out how the law could help us reach this goal (and how it couldn't), gave us excellent advice on choosing a path forward, and then executed it perfectly. He always had our interests first and passed up a few opportunities to make more money off us. Couldn't ask for a better partner if you have to enlist legal help for a problem. We recommend him without reservation. read more

I just had an amazing interaction with: Divya Bhavsar, Esq. Senior Associate Lubin Pham + Caplin LLP 19200 Von Karman Ave., Suite 400 Irvine, CA 92612 Main: 949.979.7010 Ms. Bhavsar gave me the answers to the questions I needed, she was very professional, kind and sympathetic to my issue. I would highly recommend her to all of my family and friends. Sincerely, Angela Donald read more

I was living in San Diego and had a problem with my neighbor. Long story short, this firm took what I thought was an unsolvable problem and resolved it for me with one letter. I would highly recommend them to anyone that needs similar help. read more

I was assisted by Michael, who is very knowledgeable, helpful and offered his expert advise on a few questions I had. Thank you for turning a bad experience into a great one. read more

I received a call from Charli at LP&C. I believe that there was a misunderstanding on both of our ends. Thank you for taking the time to reach out to me. Best of luck. read more