Sandra Maria Nutt

Sandra Maria Nutt

4.8
Rating: 8.4

Licensed for 16 years

Chapter 7 bankruptcy Lawyer at Van Nuys, CA
Practice Areas: Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Chapter 13 Bankruptcy, Divorce & Separation ... +2 more

5910 Van Nuys Boulevard, Van Nuys, CA

About Sandra

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Chapter 7 Bankruptcy 60%

Consumer bankruptcy filings, advising, etc. Unlawful detainer defense

12 years

60%
Chapter 13 Bankruptcy 15%

Chapter 13 plans, full service. Unlawful detainer defense.

12 years

15%
Divorce and Separation 15%

Including Child Custody, Visitation, Modification of Orders, Limited Scope Representation

15%
Bankruptcy and Debt 5%

Negotiate debt settlements.

12 years

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 1-300 per hour

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Michigan for 5 years

State: Michigan

Acquired: 2020

Active in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in California for 16 years

State: California

Acquired: 2009

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Sandra Maria Nutt

5910 Van Nuys Boulevard, Van Nuys, CA, 91401

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Sandra Maria Nutt's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

16 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 3 of 3 reviews | Character & Conduct

Posted by anonymous | September 14, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Caring, knowledgeable and honest

Having an extremely difficult case when all should have been simple, Sandra was very honest with me the entire time. She made sure to keep me informed and give me all possible options before proceeding. She took her time explaining all aspects of my case and put herself in my shoes when giving me opt...ions for proceeding with my case. My case took many unnecessary turns due to opposing counsel, and Sandra was able to navigate through all of them, in stride. Sandra knows the laws and was able to propose reasonable offers to close my case and when the opposition was stuck with what the judge would do they ultimately had to give in to our very reasonable settlement without going to trial. Sandra did everything possible to keep from going to trial when it was not necessary and ultimately closed my case with a win for our side (and saving me a lot of money). Sandra is very open and honest when it came to handling ever aspect of my case. She also responds very quickly and kept me in the loop anytime she had communication with opposing counsel. I hope my friends to not need her, but she will always be in my contacts in case anyone needs her services.

Posted by anonymous | May 02, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Child Support

I obtained her for a custody battle for my kids

Not only did she not want to go in front of the judge she pushed me to sign an agreement that screwed me over in more ways than one. The agreement she came to with my exs lawyer for child support turned to 75 percent of my income. She had zero fight for me. On top of everything I was never informed w...hen my retainer ran out.

Sandra Nutt

Replied last May 02, 2017

Since it is not appropriate to discuss the facts of a specific case, I will not. I will give some general advice to potential clients and/or those seeking legal assistance from ANY lawyer. If an attorney is honest and tells you your chances of getting what you want are slim to none but you don't want to hear that, or don't believe it - don't waste your money on an attorney. Either represent yourself or rethink your case. Or go get other opinions. You can usually find someone who will tell you want you want to hear. You always have the option of NOT hiring an attorney who gives you an honest opinion such as -- "You're going to lose this one." With that knowledge, if you choose to retain me, I am going to fight for the most I can get you, I am going to fight the good fight. But don't hire an attorney if you don't believe me/him/her from the start. And if you are given effective steps you need to take in order to bolster your case and you opt out of exercising those steps, you have shown poor judgment. If we have settlement around 10AM but you want to "fight" and we're at court negotiating until 3PM, (a) I am billing; and (b) I am not accounting the depletion of your retainer at 12:35PM at the court house. I do that in my office on the computer after the fact. But I give all of my clients my hourly rate and method of billing. There is no reason not to know the difference between one hour of my time versus six hours of my time. If you hire any attorney and you do not know how they bill - demand that information or move on. Finally, If you decide to lie to your attorney and also lie under oath and opposing counsel provides documented proof of your lies and/or contradictions - I am still going to fight for you and try to mitigate the damage you have created. Sometimes the fight is better left between the lawyers - not presented to the Judge. But when you don't appear before Judges on a regular basis you cannot know this. So it's all in the knowledge of "having been there." I and other attorneys are often required to protect our clients from themselves. And that is often a thankless job. But I meet the task with vigor and zealousness.

Posted by anonymous | January 15, 2012 | Bankruptcy & Debt

A Great Professional

Sandy represented me in a very difficult time in my life. I had a very complex situation which included an illegal eviction and a bankruptcy. Sandy got me and my family back into our home for an additional month and a financial settlement. Sandy continued to represent me through the bankruptcy proces...s. She was professional and efficient while remaining a compassionate and understanding individual. I strongly recommend Sandy to anyone who is in need of legal services.

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Sandra Maria Nutt's Lawyer Endorsements

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Patricia Rodriguez

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Apr 05

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"Sandra is a caring, compassionate, and considerate attorney. She is a great advocate and highly recommended."

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Leonard Boyer

Divorce and separation lawyer | Dec 23

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"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Nutt is an excellent and passionate advocate for her clients."

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Debra Crawford

Divorce and separation lawyer | Dec 24

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jesus Zuniga

Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer | Dec 10

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Robert Taylor

Chapter 13 bankruptcy lawyer | Dec 09

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Ryan Fishman

Chapter 13 bankruptcy lawyer | Dec 09

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Hovanes Margarian

Unknown lawyer | Nov 30

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Lilian Demonteverde-Hoats

Chapter 13 bankruptcy lawyer | Sep 16

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Abraham Chaparian

Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer | Sep 03

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Thomas Mallon

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jul 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Joseph Torri

Unknown lawyer | Jul 14

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Sandra Nutt is an excellent advocate for her clients. She was opposing counsel on a case in Orange County, and I respect her advocacy. It is without hesitation that I highly endorse Attorney Nutt."

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James Shields

Unknown lawyer | Jul 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Gary Bollinger

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jun 04

Relationship: Other

"With her intimate knowledge of the local practice of bankruptcy, I am pleased to endorse this lawyer."

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Gina Famularo

Unknown lawyer | Jun 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Solid legal advice."

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John O'Brien

Chapter 13 bankruptcy lawyer | May 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community."

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Gary Stanley

Unknown lawyer | Dec 11

Relationship: Other

"I am very impressed with Sandra Nutt and her credentials. I endorse this attorney."

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Tatiana Kadetskaya

Unknown lawyer | Jun 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Excellent lawyer. Well respected."

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Jonathan Kramer

Business lawyer | May 12

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"Sandra is a caring and zealous advocate. Her eclectic approach to the law exceeds the mere holistic, all to the benefit her clients, and other practitioners who work with her to find client solutions."

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Howard Lewis

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Mar 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Nutt is one of the finest attorneys in her state. She is a strong and zealous advocate for her clients and a credit to the legal profession. I highly recommend her legal services."

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Ruben Fuentes

Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer | Jul 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Sandra Is a dedicated attorney, with vast knowledge of the law. She was chosen Valedictorian when she graduated from law school. Sandra is a good litigator but also a good negotiator. Any debtor will be in good hands when Sandra is their counsel."

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Experience

Rating:  8.4 (Excellent)

Honors

2009

Valedictorian, Abraham Lincoln University

Work Experience

2010 - Present

Attorney, Sandra Nutt, Attorney At Law

2010 - Present

Volunteer, Public Counsel

1999 - Present

Owner/Founder, Actress, Writer, Producer, Riprap Entertainment and Riprap Studio Theatre

1996 - 2011

Legal Secretary and Word Processing, Mitchell Silberberg & Knupp, LLP

Associations

2010 - Present

cdcbaa - Central District Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys Association

Member

2011 - 2013

Black Women Lawyers Association of Los Angeles, Inc.

Corresponding Secretary

2011 - 2013

Black Women Lawyers of Los Angeles

Internet Committee & Publicity Chair

2010 - 2012

National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys

Member

2009 - 2011

San Fernando Valley Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

In re Marriage of [NAME WITHHELD]

Dissolution granted.

Debtor v. New Homeowner

Win for Debtor wrongfully evicted after violation of automatic stay

Sandra Nutt v. Chase Bank

Case decided in my favor with full relief requested, reversal of accusations and complaints filed with Attorney General and OCC.

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Education

2009

Abraham Lincoln University

JD - Juris Doctor

N/A

University of Michigan

BA - Bachelor of Arts College of Literature Science and the Arts

Speaking Engagements

2013

Should I Or Shouldn't I Handle My Own Divorce?

Dissolution, Divorce

2011

Public Counsel - Chapter 7 Overview Bankruptcy

Publications

2012

2012 Outstanding Graduates and Famous Alumni (Page 4) JD, Solo Practice and Distance Education

Languages

English

Activity

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