Rodney Thomas Gould

Rodney Thomas Gould

also known as Law Office of Rodney Gould, BeatDMV.com

4.8
Rating: 7.0

Licensed for 34 years

Probate Lawyer at Sherman Oaks, CA
Practice Areas: Probate, Estate Planning, Licensing ... +2 more

14827 Ventura Blvd Ste 210, Sherman Oaks, CA

About Rodney

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Probate 40%

Probate Administration, Small Estate Administration w/o probate. Statewide representation of estates, executors and administrators. Non-probate asset transfers.

21 years | 250 cases

40%
Estate Planning 30%

Full service estate planning - Revocable Trusts, Wills, Durable Powers of Attorney, Advanced Healthcare Directive

28 years | 800 cases

30%
Licensing 10%

Representation before DMV; negligent operator hearings; priority examinations; lack of skill hearings; APS hearings; commercial driver licenses; any issues with loss of license or specialty certificates; writs of mandate

21 years | 250 cases

10%
Trusts 10%

Trusts provide an efficient transfer of your estate to beneficiaries without the potential costs and delays associated with probate.

26 years | 500 cases

10%
Wills and Living Wills 10%

If you die without having a will (intestate), California law will decide who gets your property, using a formula that starts with your closest relatives and moves out to include cousins and your spouse’s relatives.

26 years | 300 cases

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 24 years

State: California

Acquired: 2002

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Michigan for 34 years

State: Michigan

Acquired: 1992

Active in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Rodney Thomas Gould

14827 Ventura Blvd Ste 210, Sherman Oaks, CA, 91403

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Rodney Thomas Gould's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

25 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 9 reviews | Case Results

Posted by Naakia | September 06, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Probate

Highly recommend!

I want to thank, The Law Office of Rodney Gould and his amazing staff! The loss of my father was tough for me and my three siblings. Searching for a probate lawyer was a stressful time in our lives. While getting things in order with my father's estate in the Los Angeles area. We reached out to Mr. G...ould's Law office on an early Saturday morning. Mr. Gould was able to schedule a face to face appointment with in that same hour. Visiting from Texas, we were pressed for time. Immediately after speaking to Mr. Gould in person, we knew he was the right person for the job! He took his time and answered all of our questions about the probate process. During the meeting we kept a poker face but we knew as soon as he gave us his condolences and explained why he chose this profession, my brothers knew he was the right person for the job. He looked over all the papers we presented to him and he gave us the news we needed to hear. My father's estate had to be legally transfer into our names by filing it through probate court. Mr. Gould and his staff successfully completed the probate process with my father's estate. We are so happy for with his services and I highly recommend The Law Office of Rodney Gould for any of your probate questions or representation. Thank you, Naakia McWright

Posted by Dan | July 27, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning

Easy to work with

Not knowing really what I needed, I enquired locally for advice on estate planning and trusts, After being quoted many thousands of dollars, I was referred to Rodney by our regional church. He worked with me online and over the phone and got the job done at a reasonable price.

Posted by Meaghan | February 27, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Administrative Law

Beat DMV...now with Rodney & Lee

Rodney & Lee did an amazing job helping me get my license back! They were so responsive even when I didn't give them very much lead time. Rodney even made a special trip to represent me at my hearing right after Christmas and knew my hearing officer. And Lee was a true professional taking the time to... prepare me for my hearing the Saturday before the holidays. I am so grateful for their help and 100% recommend them to anyone needing assistance navigating the DMV Safety Department!

Posted by Manuel | January 03, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Trusts

Clarence Darrow

My former attorney has passed I was recommended by a friend to Rodney. The transition on my trust was so easy, I was stunned. A total professional with regard to detail, and planning. My partner had also passed, so a lot of weight was taken off my shoulders in a comfortable, professional and ca...ring way. He's a hero !

Posted by anonymous | January 03, 2019 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Issues with an Old DUI

My license had been re-suspended for a 20-year-old DUI. It was required of me to retake the 18-month drunk driving program. I was also going to have to re-install the ignition interlock device. I had had a valid drivers license for 18 years and was in good standing, so this was a shock to have thi...s pop up after all that time. I had spoken to other attorneys who told me there wasn't anything I could do about it and I would have to submit to these requirements if I wanted my driver's license back. Then my husband found Rodney online, and he said there would be a way to fight it. Well, Rodney was successful in getting my case heard by a judge and I got my driver's license reinstated without having to retake any classes. It's worth it to stand up for yourself, but it's essential to hire an attorney who knows how to handle a case like this.

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Rodney Thomas Gould's Lawyer Endorsements

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Steven Richman

Unknown lawyer | Jan 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Rodney Gould. He is intelliigent, dedicated and cost conscious.."

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Judd Nemiro

Unknown lawyer | Feb 09

Relationship: Other

"An attorney that is great at what he does and knows the law. I endorse this lawyer."

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Oct 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."

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Julia Simmons

Administrative law lawyer | Oct 28

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"DMV isn't fair nor do they follow the law 100% of the time. Sometimes, you need a writ attorney to step in and fight the DMV on appeal. Rodney Gould is the only attorney I will refer possible writ cases to. Every one of my client's Mr. Gould retained for writ has resulted in a reversal of the DMV decision as well as a stay of suspension. I endorse Mr. Gould and look forward to working with him in the future."

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Julia Simmons

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Experience

Rating:  7.0 (Very Good)

Honors

2015

Outstanding Alumni Achievement Award, Eureka College

2004

Ovation Leader Award, MCI

Work Experience

2008 - Present

Attorney, Law Office of Rodney Gould

2004 - 2008

SVP, Marketing Compliance, Bank Of America, N.A.

2003 - 2004

Assistant General Counsel, MCI

2000 - 2003

Chief Privacy Officer; Assistant General Counsel, Netcentives

1991 - 2000

Attorney, US Postal Service

Associations

2018 - Present

San Fernando Valley Bar Association

Member

2018 - Present

National Association of Elder Law Attorneys (California chapter)

Member

2012 - Present

California DUI Lawyers Association

Attorney Member

Sample of Legal Cases

DMV Suspension Overturned on Appeal

Oveturned Suspension

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Education

1991

University of Illinois College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1987

Eureka College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2019

Radio Show

So What's Your Problem

2018

Douglas Elliman Broker Brilliance

Exploring Probate Sales

Languages

English

Activity

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