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Nicholas Basil Spirtos
also known as Nick Spirtos, Nick B. Spirtos
About Nicholas
Practice Areas
6
Practice Areas
Construction and Development
25%
28 years | 500 cases
Litigation
25%
28 years | 500 cases
Business
15%
28 years | 500 cases
General Practice
15%
28 years | 1,000 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 250-400 per hour
Contingency
25%-45%
Retainer
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in California for 27 years
State: California
Acquired: 1998
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2019
Location
Law Offices of Nicholas B. Spirtos
166 San Lorenzo Street, Pomona, CA, 91766
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Nicholas Basil Spirtos's Reviews
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Posted by Alice | December 14, 2016
This attorney was very helpful and knowledgable
This attorney was very helpful and knowledgable , I have no hesitation to hire him.
Posted by anonymous | October 24, 2013
Great advice
This attorney was very helpful in answering questions. He has answered various questions of mine and was very honest. He was clear and didn't sugar coat it.
Posted by Sherry | March 27, 2013 | Social Security Disability
His advice was up front, honest and worth more than I could have hoped - it worked!
We needed a videotape from a store. They wanted a court order, we didn't want to sue, only wanted it for SSDI/medical reasons. Atty Spirtos was honest that they didn't have to produce it, but offered up the suggestion to have my boyfriend's treating physician write a letter to the store. The docto...
Posted by isamonde | October 08, 2012
neighbor's camera
His response was informative and weighed the pros and cons of the problem. He also sounded approachable.
Posted by anonymous | August 21, 2012 | Lawsuits & Disputes
WORST LAWYER IN PLANET
STAY AWAY HE IS A CROOK WILL TAKE YOU FOR WHAT YOU HAVE AND THEN LOOSES THE CASE
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"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Nick Spirtos is a very experienced, very creative litigator. It was a pleasure to watch him work in the matter we had together!"
"I enjoy reading Mr. Spirtos responses to AVVO posts as they provide valuable to the point information. He is a great asset to this community and I am certain his clients are ably served by his counsel."
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"Nick is an experienced, highly respected attorney who always represents his clients with the utmost of skill,knowledge and understanding.i can readily endorse him without hesitation or reservation."
"It's plain and simple Nicholas is a Great Lawyer. I endorse him."
Stephen McArthur
Construction and development lawyer | Feb 25
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Experience
Professional misconduct
This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2019.
Disbarment issued in CA, 2019
updated on 01/22/2020Disbarment is the most serious penalty for a lawyer. If this attorney is currently practicing law, you should contact the California State Bar to understand the reasons for disbarment.
Honors
2016
Top Contributor, AVVO
2016
Top Attorney, AVVO
2015
Top Contributor, AVVO
2015
Top Attorney, AVVO
2014
Top Contributor, AVVO
Work Experience
1998 - Present
Attorney, Law Offices of Nicholas B. Spirtos
1992 - Present
General Contractor, N.R. Builders
1997 - 1999
Associate, Law Offices of Russel Shields
1997 - 1999
Associate, Law Offices of Gregory Jon Anthony
Associations
Los Angeles County Bar Association
Orange County Bar Association
Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles
San Bernardino County Bar Association
Sample of Legal Cases
CSLB Arbitration - Owner v Contractor - competing claims
Owner's claims denied - contractor awarded $5000.
CAL-OSHA CITATION DEFENSE
CAL-OSHA Withdrew the citation on the day of trial
Anti-SLAPP Defense & Award of Fees
Dismissal for client and award of fees
Collection Fraud
Verdict in favor of Defense
Employee v. Employer - wage claims
High 6 figure judgment after trial in favor of employee
Patient v. doctor - sexual asault
6 Figure settlement on eve of trial
Pool Contractor vs Homeowner
Settled for $15,000 payment from contractor to owner
HOA Association v Contractor
Settled for very nominal $1500
Buyer of Condo v Seller of Condo
Settled during trial - payment from seller to buyer
Buyer of Commercial Building v. Seller
Settled at mediation for payment of rent and attorney's fees
Buyer of commercial property v. Seller and Broker
Jury verdict for the broker and award of attorney's fees
Girlfriend v. Boyfriend and Boyfriend v. Girlfriend
Settled during trial - Girlfriend awarded title to the condo and attorney's fees
Owner v Contractor
Arbitration award for contractor
Car buyer v. Auto Dealer
Class action settled at mediation - Fund established to repair all impacted vehicles
State of California v Contractor
Retention of license with no penalty
State of California v Contractor
Retention of license with no penalty
Education
1997
Western State Univ COL
JD - Juris Doctor
N/A
University of California - Irvine
Speaking Engagements
2016
Western Pool and Spa Show - Long Beach Convention Center
The CSLB - the Biggest Enemy of Every Contractor
2016
Western Pool and Spa Show - Long Beach Convention Center
California Home Improvement Contracts Law
2016
Palm Desert Contractor's Summit
New laws for 2016 that Businesses Need to Know About
2016
Los Angeles Contractor's Summit
New laws for 2016 that Businesses Need to Know About
2015
Orange County Contractor's Summit
Protecting Your Construction Business
2015
National Plasterer's Council Annual Convention - Phoenix
Construction Projects- Avoiding Problems and Getting Paid
2015
Los Angeles Contractor's Summit
Mechanic's Liens
2015
Inland Empire Contractor's Summit
Construction Contracts
2014
National Plasterer's Council Annual Convention - Nashville
Obamacare - What It Means For You
2013
Construction Law Section Meeting
Strategies for Handling Swimming Pool & Spa Defect Claims
2012
NPC National Annual Convention - San Diego
Does California Hate Swimming Pool Contractors?
2012
NPC National Annual Convention
New Developments in Laws Affecting Pool Contractors
2010
NPC National Annual Convention - Florida
Hot Water - How to Avoid It & What to do When You Step In It
2005
Pool and Spa Professionals Round Table Event
Clean Water Act Compliance
Publications
2011
NPC - Online
Warning Signs - What to Look For in Deciding to Enter into a Contract
2010
NPC Online
Defending Your License
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
I have a $45 Lien against my property that was purchased for me in 2004.
05 Sep 2018
Q&A
Can a sue the previous home owner for asbestos ?
29 Aug 2018
Q&A
How do I stop our renters’ neighbor from digging (a trench) under the fences that separate the two properties?
11 Jan 2018