Steven Ames Simons

Steven Ames Simons

5.0
Rating: 8.6

Licensed for 38 years

Litigation Lawyer at Northridge, CA
Practice Areas: Litigation, Lemon Law, Credit Card Fraud ... +4 more

16933 Parthenia St., Suite 202, Northridge, CA

About Steven

Biography

Practice Areas

7

Practice Areas

Lemon Law 25%

Got a lemon, then get some lemonaide. We have helped hundreds of clients who have problems with their cars - from frame damage, finance fraud and mutiple repairs. As former defense counsel to the dealers we know all th etricks.

36 years | 100 cases

25%
Litigation 25%

All forms of general litigation matters inclding trial and alternative dispute resolution.

39 years | 100 cases

25%
Credit Card Fraud 15%

Never agree to pay a debt collector the full amoun they are asking unless they can prove you owe the debt. There are many legitimate defenses to the claims of debt buyers, especially if the credit was not issued to you.

22 years | 25 cases

15%
Chapter 13 Bankruptcy 10%

In a Chapter 13 bankruptcy, you keep your property, but pay back all or a portion of your debts over a period of time. This is unlike Chapter 7 bankruptcy, where most of your debts are cancelled but you may have to surrender some property to the bankruptcy trustee to pay your creditors. Because you end up paying most of your debts over time in Chapter 13 bankruptcy, it is also called reorganization bankruptcy. See our office to determine if this is appropriate for you.

16 years

10%
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy 10%

Bankruptcy is a process that gives a you and your family a financial fresh start, freeing you from overwhelming debt burdens. Chapter 7, also called "liquidation" or "straight bankruptcy," is what many people connect with a bankruptcy case. As a debtor, your assets are sold, creditors receive payment, and you are freed from your debts.

15 years

10%
Identity Theft 10%

California law protects you if you have been a victim of identity theft. The debt collectors can not harrass you into paying. There are a few simple steps that can be followed to stop the harassment.

22 years | 25 cases

10%
Wills and Living Wills 5%

Both Wills and Trusts are devices which you can use to provide for the distribution of your estate upon your death. Deciding whether a Will or a Trust best fits your needs depends on your circumstances. A living Trust is a popular alternative to the traditional Will, you should consult an attorney as for the advantages and disadvantages of each before deciding on one form or the other.

15 years

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Contingency

25%-40%


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check

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Licenses

Licensed in Arizona for 11 years

State: Arizona

Acquired: 2014

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in California for 38 years

State: California

Acquired: 1987

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Steven A. Simons

16933 Parthenia St., Suite 202, Northridge, CA, 91343

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Steven Ames Simons's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

8 Client Reviews

5 star (8)
4 star (0)
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Posted by hyunjoon | November 14, 2012

recenty, I got cheated by car dealer. After then, Steven solved all that problems without any arguing.

Recently, I got cheated by car dealer. Eventhough, I had a no idea how to solve this kind of thing, I met car dealer serveral times in order to solve this problem. They said "No, We don't have any right for it" after then, I decided to ask someone who can handle it. After then, someone introduced me... Steven and He sent some letters to them. They turned into mild sheep.This lawyer was awesome. I swear to god that You woudn't believe, If you seeing what he did . He solved this poblem without any arguing. nobody can do that except steven !!! Thanks again Steven!! Its my lucky day!!

Posted by Kathy | July 27, 2012

Awesome Lawyer!!!

Steven is amazing!!! The most helpful and knowledgeable attorney I've ever dealt with. He was also extremely kind. How often do you find that in a lawyer? Never you say. Well, you've found it with Steven! If he's not in the office getting on the phone with you immediately then he's returning you ph...one call very promptly. He helped me out with a horrid RV dealership and deal gone bad. Thank you, Steven!

Posted by Rebecca | November 23, 2011

Steve against the Car Dealer

My father was an attorney and since he is no longer with us I have had trouble replacing him with someone as honest, knowledgeable and caring. Steve helped me over a 2 year period resolve a car case which was challenging to say the least. I was always full informed and protected by both the law and... his tenacity. I would recommend him to anyone.

Posted by Very satisfied client | July 8, 2011

Very knowledgeable, patient and helpful attorney

This attorney is an outstanding attorney and knows a great deal in many areas of law. He answered all my questions and was always ready and willing to help me when I needed counsel. So many attorneys don't take the time or have the patience to explain anything to us but this attorney went well beyon...d helping me. I felt I could always call him when I was concerned and unsure about the case . Again, if he wasn't in court with another case, he always recieved my calls with interest. He guided me step by step through the case and explained to me what to expect and how to proceed. He always made me feel assured that I was doing the right thing and corrected me if I wasn't doing the right thing, relating to the case. As a result, our case turned out in our favor, exactly as he felt It would and we were very pleased at the outcome. I would recommend this attorney to anyone who wants a very knowledgeable, thoughtful, experienced attorney at their side. I'm also sure he wins most of his cases because several people I have talked to know his name and location and give him a thumbs up as a very good attorney. He is also reasonable as far as his fees go. So if you need an attorney with all of these attributes, I would call Steven A. Simons to help you with your legal needs. I did and I am very happy I did.

Posted by Cassandra | January 21, 2011

Amazing Consumer Advocate and Helpful Lawyer

I can't stop talking about how great it is to have Steven A. Simons on my side for automotive matters. A dealership damaged my new car, and then further damaged it in trying to repair it. It was a nightmare - but, thanks to Steven Simons, ten days of battling with the dealership were resolved i...n one afternoon. I can't imagine how this would have turned out without Steven's help. He was honest, straightforward, easy to deal with, and not intimidating (until he stands up - but by that point, he's intimidating the other side). He accompanied me to the car dealership to help resolve the issue, and provided invaluable service throughout the entire process. I have his number and contact information with me at all times now, and I've told all of my coworkers and friends. He's truly the go-to guy for consumer advocacy, especially with any issues relating to automobiles.

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Steven Ames Simons's Lawyer Endorsements

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Somair Alam

Litigation lawyer | Feb 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Steven is an exceptional litigation attorney whose reputation speaks for itself. Highly recommended lawyer."

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Luke Sinkinson

Unknown lawyer | Jul 27

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Very professional, knowledgeable, and a pleasure to work with."

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William Blasser

Consumer protection lawyer | Apr 22

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Steve and I were opposing counsel on several consumer fraud issues in the past. He is a tough, savvy and well prepared litigator who always puts on the best case possible for his clients."

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Asmik Gevorkyan

Unknown lawyer | May 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Randi Klein

Credit card fraud lawyer | Feb 08

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I am endorsing Steven, not only as a fellow lawyer, but also, as one of his former clients. I contacted Steven because I needed to consult with an attorney in his specialty. I was having problems with one of the major credit card companies. Steven consulted with me on the phone and coached me on how to deal with this company. The final result exceeded my expectations. I had contacted other consumer attorneys prior to talking to Steve. Steve was the best one, hands down. He knows his stuff and explains the process in understandable terms. He also has a good bedside manner and treats people respectfully. He made me feel as though my matter was important. He also always got back to me in a timely manner. I enthusiastically recommend Steven to anyone who is having problems with a credit card company, with overreaching collection agencies, or with consumer issues in general."

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Joseph Ostrowski

Litigation lawyer | Feb 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this Attorney Simons as a valuable member our profession and of this forum. Attorneys who participate in this forum are providing useful information for those in need and should be commended. Further, the type of information conveyed is in the true spirit of professionalism where information is provided to help those in need which is the underpinning of the legal profession. Often the users of this forum are given second opinions that expand on information or provide contradictory information. Providing information empowers the uninformed to go forward with confronting their legal problems. I recommend and endorse this attorney for all listed areas of practice in his profile."

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Ronald Burdge

Lemon law lawyer | Jan 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. His Avvo answers are always on target and right to the point and his Legal Guide on California's Lemon Law tells consumers just what they need to know and understand too. If you have a lemon motor vehicle and his office is near you, I recommend you contact him and see what your legal rights are. I recommend him to you."

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Scott Kaufman

Litigation lawyer | Aug 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Steve is hard working and dedicated to your matter. He's experienced and sharp. Steve is well respected on both sides of the aisle. I know Steve to be an excellent litigator and you'd be hard pressed to find any better advocate for your matter."

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Aurora Harris

Litigation lawyer | Jul 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Steve is an honest, hardworking lawyer and a capital guy."

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Robert Stempler

Litigation lawyer | Apr 02

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer's work. He is very honest and fair, and works hard for his clients."

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Asmik Gevorkyan

Lawsuits and disputes lawyer

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Scott Kaufman

Lemon law lawyer

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Aurora Harris

Debt collection lawyer

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Robert Stempler

Identity theft lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.6 (Excellent)

Work Experience

2005 - Present

Sole Prop., Law Office of Steven A. Simons (www.onesmartlawyer.com)

2000 - 2005

Partner, Brennan, Weiner & Simons

1989 - 1999

Senior Associate, Callahan, McCune & Willis

1984 - 1989

Attorney, LaFollette Johnson, DeHaas & Fessler

Associations

2007 - Present

Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles

Member

2002 - Present

National Association of Consumer Advocates

Member

1999 - Present

San Fernando Valley Bar Association

Member

1999 - Present

Los Angeles County Bar Association

Member

Education

N/A

Southwestern Univ SOL

law

N/A

California St Univ Northridge

undergraduate

Languages

Spanish

Activity

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