"Just a note of appreciation for the many years of first-rate legal services you have provided to me, my company, my family, and my colleagues, in resolving disputes with and without litigation. Your e...agerness to help, top-notch legal skills, creative problem-solving ability, and concern for reducing the financial and emotional costs of legal disputes have always assured me that you are the right lawyer to resolve most disputes—and that you will refer a matter to another lawyer when appropriate. Since so many of my clients are in the film and TV business, not only is your professionalism a blessing, but so is your ability to deal with unique and, shall we say, 'interesting,' people. That’s why I have confidently referred any number of people to you. Thank you for your dedication and the security you provide." - M. Jason, President/CEO
Litigation
William Dickerman was recommended to me by a lawyer who had opposed him in court.
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OUTCOME: Very Satisfied
"William Dickerman was recommended to me by a lawyer who had opposed him in court. She told me how favorably he had handled the litigation. I had been defrauded in a complex financial matter involvin...g $500,000, and had been ill-served by my lawyer. I was opposed by two international banks with unlimited financial and legal resources, and the complexities of international trade law. At our first meeting, I was impressed by how carefully Bill listened and took copious notes. I was amazed at how quickly he grasped the salient points of my case; none of the scores of lawyers I had interviewed compared. Bill took on my case with only a few months to go before trial. The more contact I had with him, the more impressed I became. By hiring one of the top experts in international trade law, he forced the other side to the bargaining table. The results were beyond my expectation: Bill's legal acumen, skill, and strategic vision led to the banks' returning my money and paying my legal fees. I found that, as important as it is to choose a lawyer knowledgeable in the law, that is only one of the qualities that make Bill an outstanding lawyer. He is first and foremost an honest man. He is also a skilled strategist and negotiator. You cannot find a better advocate."
- E.C.P., Film producer/director/writer
Real estate
Bill Dickerman helped us resolve a very difficult situation with our condominium complex.
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OUTCOME: Very Satisfied
"Bill Dickerman helped us resolve a very difficult situation with our condominium complex. The building failed to maintain the elevator, and as a result, our child with special needs had limited acces...s to our home on the third floor. After repeated failed attempts to resolve this on our own, we sought Bill’s assistance. From the moment he took our case, we felt reassured and supported. Over the course of three years, Bill expertly navigated the entire litigation process. From the initial complaint to the multiple motions he filed and opposed, he was extremely specific and detailed in his legal documentation, leaving little room for the other side to defend. He repeatedly convinced the judge to rule in our favor. Bill was always mindful of our costs and he did not waste money on unnecessary motions or depositions. Yet he never hesitated to get a second opinion from other counsel when dealing with the complexities of condominium and insurance law. We were always involved in his decisions and kept aware of all progress. When our case was to be heard at a settlement conference, Bill understood we needed to show the judge and the other side the emotional component of the case. He knew that simply discussing the legal merits was unlikely to get the opposing side to settle, let alone do what was right and fix the elevator. Bill recruited a filmmaker to really show our story in a video. The morning of the settlement conference, we didn’t know what to expect, but when we heard the judge very clearly state, “Mr. Dickerman, your brief was the only one I received that was worth reading,” we knew that we were in good hands. Once the video was played, the opposing attorneys understood they needed to settle before trial. It was the combination of Mr. Dickerman’s detailed legal writing and creative approach that ultimately led to our victory.As our case reached settlement, Mr. Dickerman did not rest on his well-deserved laurels. He continued to fight for us and demanded that the details of the settlement agreement serve our needs. He never once waivered in his support for us, and the result was a dramatic victory for our family. We give Bill Dickerman our highest recommendation without reservation."
- R.M., Physician
Appeals
I contacted William Dickerman when my husband was faced with an appeal.
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OUTCOME: Very Satisfied
"I contacted William Dickerman when my husband was faced with an appeal. I had been given his name by a UCLA legal insurance that we have. I also read his yelp reviews. All I can tell you is that the r...eviews are all correct. Although we ended up with another attorney due to conflicting dates, Bill’s advice was extremely valuable, and he took interest in the case and followed it through with us. He was a wonderful, competent and thoughtful attorney. I would have no problems referring my friends and patients to him. Although I would rather not have had the circumstances that we met under, I am happy that I have him on my team if I should need him in the future."
- Dr. J.H.
Litigation
I have many friends and business acquaintances who are attorneys, but..
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OUTCOME: Very Satisfied
"I have many friends and business acquaintances who are attorneys, but I always tell people who need legal representation to call Bill Dickerman first. The reason is simple. For the several legal matte...rs you’ve handled for me over the years, I’ve always been impressed by your ability to apply your legal expertise in a practical, efficient manner, bringing issues to a speedy conclusion with a minimal of hassle and expense. Like my relationship with my dentist, I hope I never see you again, except for a non-working lunch."
- B. Usen, President/CEO
Residential real estate
For three years I suffered almost daily torments and abusive sexual and emotional taunts from my building’s resident manager.
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OUTCOME: Very Satisfied
"For three years I suffered almost daily torments and abusive sexual and emotional taunts from my building’s resident manager. When the situation escalated to a serious threat of physical violence, ter...rified and alone I turned to Bill Dickerman for help. Though I was unable to pay his normal rate, he did not turn me away as so many others had. Instead, we quickly went to court to obtain a restraining order. Mr. Dickerman aggressively challenged the defendant in an exhaustive six-hour hearing in which the defendant’s attorney called multiple witnesses to defame me. Mr. Dickerman’s solid presentation of the facts, withering cross-examination, and compelling arguments resulted in the judge’s grant of not only the requested restraining order, but also a substantial increase in the protections available to me under the law and beyond those usually granted. I am deeply grateful to Mr. Dickerman for fighting for me when no one else would, for enabling me to remain in the home I had lived in for over 20 years, and for, quite possibly, saving my life."
- F.E., Communications Consultant
Litigation
My partner and I didn’t agree on how the business was to be run;
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OUTCOME: Very Satisfied
"I have known William Dickerman for many years, first as my attorney, then as my friend and client. He is an extraordinarily competent attorney with a strong common-sense approach to business. I co-own...ed and operated a successful chain of sporting goods stores. My partner and I didn’t agree on how the business was to be run; the viability of the business was in jeopardy. Luckily, I hired Bill as my litigation attorney. My partner counter-sued, but Bill’s bull-dog tenacity and superior litigation skills scared the other side into submission. Bill’s negotiating prowess resulted in my being fairly compensated for my half of the business, and enabled my ex-partner to continue to operate the business thereafter. Since that first positive experience, I have frequently sought Bill’s legal advice on other business matters, and he has always been generous with his time and support. I have learned a lot from Bill over the years, and he has been an instrumental part of my business success."
- E. Matloff, CEO/President
