Joseph Brien

Joseph Brien

also known as The People's Addvocate

4.9
Rating: 7.5

Licensed for 33 years

Litigation Lawyer at Hallandale Beach, FL
Practice Areas: Litigation, Contracts & Agreements, Business ... +4 more

221 W Hallandale Bch Blvd, Ste 124, Hallandale Beach, FL

About Joseph

Biography

Practice Areas

7

Practice Areas

Business 20%

Helping Small businesses protect their interests and plan for the future.

34 years

20%
Contracts and Agreements 20%

Contracts and Agreements of all kinds, business, shareholder, settlement, entertainment

34 years

20%
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy 10%

Helping clients overcome financial difficulties with honesty and respect.

19 years

10%
Estate Planning 10%

Asset Protection

34 years

10%
Real Estate 10%

All areas involving Real Estate including commerical and residential and Foreclosure

34 years

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 33 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1992

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Joseph Brien

221 W Hallandale Bch Blvd, Ste 124, Hallandale Beach, FL, 33009

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Joseph Brien's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

39 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 11 reviews | Recommendation

Posted by Carla | February 13, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate

Poor communication and follow through

We hired Joseph Brien in Jan of 2020 to assist with an exit of a timeshare. We were told it could take a while, which we are well aware as we have been trying to exit for about 8 years. There has been very little communication. We were told we would get regular updates. The only time we do get an... update is when we reach out and then it is very vague. I have asked 5 times for an itemized list of activities that have done to help exit the timeshare. My first request was approximately one year ago. The last time I reached out, the end of January 2024, I didn't get any response, so reached out this week and was told they thought they had sent it and would get it out soon. I still have not received the info and have no idea how close we are to an exit. It does not feel like we have an advocate or representation at all. Timely and upfront information just doesn't happen. I would not recommend. We paid up front and do not feel like we have gotten anything close to what we paid for.

Posted by Bob | February 22, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Consumer Protection

Former HGVC timeshare owner

My wife and I were in search of a solution to get out out of our timeshare which was misrepresented to us. The staff at HGVC were ineffective in terms of helping us exit. Finally we were referred to Joe Brien and let's just say, the rest is history! He successfully obtained a release and my wife an...d I are no longer timeshare owners. Very professional and effective service!

Posted by Col(Ret) Charles | October 22, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate

Outstanding Representation/Service

The People’s Advocate Law Firm, Joseph Brien and staff provided me exceptional,efficient and timely representation in being discharged from my timeshare. Very professional,courteous and responsive from my initial contact to resolution. A must hire!

Posted by Walter | September 30, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Contracts & Agreements

They are the Best in the Business

Joe Brien and his staff are the best at what they do . I spoke with multiple offices about helping me get out of my Time Share , but all they wanted to do was list the Time Share and Charge me for marketing the unit . And on top of that , they couldn’t guarantee me that my unit would sell. Joe didn...’t do that . Joe told me he had the knowledge and experience to get me out of the near fraudulent contract that I had been misled into signing. I hired Joe and his team and I was not disappointed. I would Highly recommend Joe and his Team to anyone looking to get out of their Time Share.

Posted by Melene | September 21, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Debt Settlement

I never thought I could get out of it

I never thought I could get out of this seemingly lifelong commitment of owing a timeshare, but Joseph Brien and his team did it! I am no longer a prisoner and am cleared of all legal responsibility for my timeshare. It took almost a year but I am free! Joseph was very informative, was honest and... very reasonable in his fees. My credit did not take a hit and I am extremely happy with the service. He delivered everything he said he would do. I recommend anyone needing to get out of a timeshare to use Joseph Brien

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Joseph Brien's Lawyer Endorsements

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Gregg Weiss

Real estate lawyer | Jun 22

Relationship: Friend

"I endorse this lawyer without any reservations."

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Erik Lombillo

Unknown lawyer | Jan 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Joe is a fantastic attorney. He his well respected by his peers and knows the law. Joe has a way of seeing all sides of a problem and focusing in on what matters. I highly recommend him without hesitation."

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Eric Ansel

Unknown lawyer | Jan 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Grant Phillips

Foreclosure lawyer | Nov 30

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Joe is an excellent attorney who not only knows the law, but takes the time to listen and understand the client. He has a great knack for getting right to the heart of a legal matter. I have worked with Joe on several cases and referred others to him and have been beyond satisfied."

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Gerald Cowen

Foreclosure lawyer | Nov 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. I have referred several clients and they have all been satisfied with the caliber of his work. I will continue to make future referrals to Mr. Brien."

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Gregg Weiss

Personal injury lawyer

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Grant Phillips

Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer

Experience

Rating:  7.5 (Very Good)

Honors

1990

Goodwin Scholar Fellowship, Nova Southeastern Unversity

Work Experience

1992 - Present

, Joseph Brien, Attorney & Counselor at Law

2007 - 2009

Attorney, Prepaid Legal

1992 - 1996

Adjunct Professor, Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale

1989 - 1997

Instructor, Kaplan Educational Centers

Associations

2023 - Present

TARDA

Member

2019 - Present

Florida U.S. Middle District Court

Member

2008 - Present

Florida Southern District Federal Court

Member

2005 - Present

South Florida Federal District Court

Member

1998 - Present

Save Our Homes -Florida Bar

Pro Bono

1996 - Present

National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys

Member

1994 - Present

National Association of Consumer Advocates

Member

1993 - Present

Florida Bar

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Eminent Domain

All Costs of Environmental Level 3 Paid for

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Education

1992

Nova Southeastern University - Shepard Broad Law Center

Juris Doctorate

1988

Florida Atlantic University

B.Sc.

Speaking Engagements

2010

Residential Property Owner's Guide to Foreclosure

Foreclosure

2010

Mortgage Modification

The Truth About Modifications

2010

Homeowner's Guide to Foreclosure Defense

Foreclosure Defense, Asset Protection and Bankruptcy

Publications

2010

BREIA Homeowners Guide to Foreclosure Defense

Languages

English

Activity

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