Donald R. Holben

Donald R. Holben

4.4
Rating: 7.7

Licensed for 43 years

Employment and labor Lawyer at San Diego, CA
Practice Areas: Employment & Labor, Business, Administrative Law ... +2 more

5030 Camino de La Siesta, Ste 350, San Diego, CA

About Donald

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Employment and Labor 50%

Employment / Discrimination

50%
Business 20%

Small Business Litigation

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 43 years

State: California

Acquired: 1983

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Donald R Holben & Associates APC

5030 Camino de La Siesta, Ste 350, San Diego, CA, 92108

Donald R Holben & Associates APC

777 E Tahquitz Canyon Way, Ste 200, Palm Springs, CA, 92262

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Donald R. Holben's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.4 /5.0

15 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 8 reviews | Lawsuits & Disputes

Posted by anonymous | June 21, 2022 | Hired Attorney

Hang on to your wallet

OMG. I have NEVER been treated worse in my 71 year life. These ruthless people are not only inept but they pad the bill, BIG TIME! They were even charging me for using a online research company. For $325 an hour arent they supposed to know what they're doing? They charged me thousands to learn. They... tried to charge me travel time for trips thst didn't exist. The owner actually told me to replenish the retainer or get another attorney. Or else, really? He ripped me off for $15K and did ABSOLUTELY NOTHING! We had 1 court appearance and they didn't even know the case that would have won my motion. Pay attention, please for the good of mankind. Let's get rid of the unscrupulous.

Donald Holben

Replied last February 05, 2019

Thank you for your comments. As an initial matter, at the time you retained our firm, you fully reviewed and executed our retainer agreement, which called for the replenishment of funds as each invoice was received. At no time following the execution of our agreement did you fully comply with the terms of the agreement. Despite that fact, we continued to professionally represent you until your actions, not related to funding, forced our withdrawal. Further, the fees you paid to our firm to handle the resolution of your matter were more than reasonable and customary for the Palm Springs area. You were not charged for unnecessary travel and we went out of our way to ensure that the fees that you incurred for both travel time and in-court time were kept to a bare minimum. Additionally, the fees and costs incurred in connection with conducting legal research were necessary in order to ensure that all legal arguments were adequately briefed and presented to the court in order to posture your case in the light most favorable to you. The amount of time spent researching the issues relevant to the development of your case reflects our dedication to presenting the strongest arguments possible based upon the facts that you presented to us. However, as your case progressed, certain facts came to light which forced us to withdraw from our representation of you due to ethical considerations applicable to all lawyers practicing in the State of California. While we understand that you may be frustrated with the most recent developments in your case, we were simply left with no alternative. Rest assured that our firm prides itself on client satisfaction and obtaining the best results possible for each and every client we represent.

Posted by Barbara Bixler | March 24, 2021 | Hired Attorney

Extremely satisfied

This firm was very helpful and quick to respond to me. Because of Don Holben and Associates my last employer followed through with a court order. Now I can move on with my life with the monies that were due to me.

Posted by G | November 04, 2019 | Hired Attorney

Helped me with my HOA

When my HOA refused to enforce our rules concerning dogs off leash Donald helped me to get them to do their job and provide a safe walking environment. Thank you Donald!

Donald Holben

Replied last November 04, 2019

We are so glad to have been able to help. Thank you so much for your review.

Posted by John | November 04, 2019 | Hired Attorney

THANK YOU!

I want to shout the praises of the Holben Law Firm, especially the guidance of Eugene Long. I filed a wrongful termination suit, and Gene worked with me throughout the whole process. In the end, we were more than successful. Beyond the outcome, I appreciated the way he listened, how thoughtfully h...e guided me, and the fact that he cared. I highly recommend Holden and Associates.

Donald Holben

Replied last November 04, 2019

Thank you so much for your words of appreciation and for your review.

Posted by Jerry | December 01, 2015 | Hired Attorney

Appreciation for this Law firm

I write this review with the highest of honor, praise and respect. I have used the attorney’s at Donald R. Holben and Associates, APC for my legal issues and I must say if anyone I know or even a stranger were to ask, I would refer them to this office. In my experience with this office I felt like ...I was the most important client the firm had. The greetings from wonderful ladies in the front office are warm and extremely caring from the time I walk in the office to the moment I leave. When it came to making certain that my issues held the same level of care that I needed I felt like more than a client I felt as though I was dealing with friends. Mr. Holben personally spent time sharing and keeping me informed on all progress and made certain that I understood what was before me and the best directions to take. The other associates who assisted with the case made me feel equally important and with confidence made me comfortable from the first to the last meeting. Mrs. Holben is quite simply a beautiful spirit who just has a very special knack for making me feel special, important and not the impersonal feeling that I have felt in the past with other attorneys or businesses. In this office there was that element that felt trustworthy and I was valued like in the year’s past where the personal service mattered, my best interests were definitely a priority. I feel confident that of all the choices of attorney’s in this city, Holben and associates will remain my attorney’s for years to come and will receive my highest referral for any and all future legal matters. Very respectfully, Rev. Jerry

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Donald R. Holben's Lawyer Endorsements

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Michael Doland

Employment and labor lawyer | Jun 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Although relatively new as an Avvo volunteer attorney, it is immediately obvious that the answers of Mr. Holben are accurate, full of analysis, and customized to the needs of the Avvo askers. These are exactly the qualities that every client would look for when hiring an attorney. I have looked at the "negative" Avvo "client reviews" and I find the responses of Mr. Holben to each complaint to be detailed, non-emotional, and in the highest standards of the legal profession"

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Paul Molinaro

Real estate lawyer | Sep 15

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | May 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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Michael McGlinn

Employment and labor lawyer | Apr 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Donald Holben has many years of experience handling employment/labor law issues. He has a team of three competent lawyers who work for him. As a team they do a very good job of representing their clients. They also handle other kinds of civil and family law cases."

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Ryan Mcglinn

Employment and labor lawyer | Apr 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Holben is highly experienced and been a respected lawyer in this community for many years. I endorse Mr. Holben and the team of lawyers at his firm."

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Experience

Rating:  7.7 (Very Good)

Honors

2020

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

Client Choice Award, Avvo

Work Experience

2000 - Present

CEO/President/Practicing Attorney, Donald R. Holben Associates, APC

1998 - 2000

CEO/President/Practicing Attorney, Donald R. Holben & Associates

1992 - 1998

Managing Partner, Holben & Roper

Associations

2014 - Present

U.S. Association of Accredited Business

Member

2011 - Present

State Bar of California

Fee Arbitrator

2004 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

1999 - Present

San Diego County Bar Association

Fee Arbitrator

1989 - Present

San Diego County Bar Association

Member

Education

1983

California Western School of Law

JD

1979

University of Arizona

BBA/BS

Languages

English

Activity

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