Stephen Paul Sommers

Stephen Paul Sommers

also known as Steve Sommers

5.0
Rating: 8.9

Licensed for 48 years

Corporate and incorporation Lawyer at Pasadena, CA
Practice Areas: Corporate & Incorporation, Tax

301 N Lake Ave, Seventh Floor, Pasadena, CA

About Stephen

Biography

Stephen P. Sommers has been an attorney in California since 1977. His legal practice concentrates on the area of nonprofit organizations.

Religious and charitable organizations are the major focus o...

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Corporate and Incorporation 60%

Represent nonprofit organizations

60%
Tax 40%

Tax-exemption issues for nonprofit organizations

40%

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 48 years

State: California

Acquired: 1977

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Location

Nonprofit Law Group (formerly Law Office of Stephen P. Sommers)

301 N Lake Ave, Seventh Floor, Pasadena, CA, 91101

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Stephen Paul Sommers's Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | September 08, 2015 | Business

Honesty and competence

In almost 40 years of law practice of my own, I have had multiple occasions to tap into Steve's expertise in the non-profit world on behalf of my wife and myself with our involvement on boards of non-profit organizations. We have found his counsel to be thoughtful, thorough, and committed to the high...est standards of honor and professionalism. I have always maintained that next to the word "honest' in the dictionary would be Steve's picture.

Posted by Bob | June 18, 2015 | Corporate & Incorporation

Great attorney

Steve basically resurrected my 501(c)3 foundation that had fallen into disuse and was able to negotiate the difficult and complex labyrinth of state and federal regulations to get our foundation back into good standing. Would recommend him.

Posted by anonymous | June 18, 2015 | Business

Client

I would highly recommend Stephen Sommers. He handles all situations with class and professionalism. He has been handling my non-profit legal matters for many years and I have received nothing but the best advice, service and guidance. He is dependable and supportive, no matter what circumstances a...rise. I don't believe I could have received any better legal advice and assistance over the years.

Posted by C Fred | June 17, 2015 | Corporate & Incorporation

Excellence in the Practice of Law

I have practice law now for more then 49 years and have had the opportunity to be acquainted with Mr. Sommers legal abilities for over 29 of these years. Mr. Sommers is an excellent attorney both in his legal skills and knowledge and the manner in which he works with clients. He is particularly knowl...edgeable in the corporate and non-profit areas. I give him my highest recommendation.

Posted by anonymous | June 16, 2015 | Business

Steve is an excellent attorney

Steve is an excellent attorney and he has guided us through a complex situation that our non profit organization is walking through. I would highly recommend him.

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Stephen Paul Sommers's Lawyer Endorsements

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Rogelio Vega

Corporate and incorporation lawyer | Jul 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Steve and his team are excellent and very knowledgeable in counseling non-profit organizations. I strongly endorse Steve and his team."

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Joseph Lee

Corporate and incorporation lawyer | Jul 06

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"When I was in-house counsel, I had the pleasure of working with Steve Sommers. He was professional, courteous and very effective, giving us the help we needed. Steve is an excellent attorney and I endorse him."

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Steven Adamian

Corporate and incorporation lawyer | Apr 23

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Steve has over 35 years of experience counseling nonprofit organizations, including helping such organizations incorporate, obtain tax-exempt status, facilitate board meetings, and provide general counsel as needed. He is very personable and genuinely cares about helping his clients achieve the best results. I gladly endorse Steve Sommers."

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Experience

Rating:  8.9 (Excellent)

Honors

2017

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

Top Attorney, Pasadena Magazine

2015

Client's Choice Award, Avvo

2014

Top Attorney, Pasadena Magazine

N/A

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

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AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

1988 - Present

Owner / Attorney, Law Office of Stephen P. Sommers

1900 - Present

Senior Counsel, Hunt Ortmann Palffy Nieves Darling & Mah, Inc.

1977 - 1988

Attorney, Private Law Firm

Associations

Christian Leadership Alliance - Los Angeles Chapter

Former President & Director

Lake Ave Church

Former Officer & Trustee

Azusa Pacific University

Former Lecturer on law and nonprofit organizations

Wycliffe Bible Translators

Former Audit Committee Member

Education

1977

Southwestern University School of Law

JD

1973

Stanford University

BA

Speaking Engagements

N/A

Former Class Lecturer for Azusa Pacific University

Law and Nonprofit Organizations

Languages

English

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