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Scott H. Talkov
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Biography
Scott Talkov is the Founder of Talkov Law where the emphasis of his practice is partition actions in California real estate. Before founding the firm, Scott was named partner of the year at a regional law firm in California dating back to 1897.
Scott has been named a Super Lawyer by Super Lawyers magazine in 2024 in addition to being named a Rising Star by Super Lawyers for nine consecutive years from 2013 to 2021.
Scott graduated cum laude from Washington University in St. Louis School of Law, where he was a member of the Board of Editors for the Washington University Law Review.
Beginning his studies at University of California, Riverside, Scott completed his bachelor’s degree as a 2004 graduate of University of California, Santa Barbara. Scott was an elected official and earned leadership awards for his role in student government at both campuses.
Scott’s articles on real estate law have been published in the Real Property, Trust and Estate Law Journal of the American Bar Association, California Real Property Journal of the State Bar of California, and Los Angeles Lawyer Magazine.
Scott has been featured on CNN, Fox News, and the Today Show, as well as in the Los Angeles Times, the San Diego Union Tribune, and ABC 7 News Los Angeles.
Scott’s state court experience includes the California Superior Court in Orange, Los Angeles, San Diego, Riverside, San Bernardino, and Ventura counties, as well as the California Court of Appeal, Fourth District, Second Division (Riverside) and Second District (Los Angeles).
His federal court experience includes the United States Bankruptcy Court for the Central District of California as well as bankruptcy appeals to the District Court for the Central District of California, the United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit Bankruptcy Appellate Panel, and the United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit.
Practice Areas
1
Practice Area
Real Estate
100%
18 years | 350 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in California for 16 years
State: California
Acquired: 2009
No misconduct found
Location
Talkov Law Corp.
4000 MacArthur Blvd, Ste 655, Newport Beach, CA, 92660
Talkov Law Corp.
10880 Wilshire Blvd Ste 1101, Los Angeles, CA, 90024
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Scott H. Talkov's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 7 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by anonymous | June 25, 2024 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Very bad experience
Very bad experience. I paid attorney Talkov $7000 for filing complaint with the court. Unfortunately I didn't have any documents to support my case and it was no documents for attorney to review. I still paid him $7000, as he asked, just to file the complaint I still dismissed his complaint. He is no...
Posted by Sherry | September 8, 2020 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Excellent Real Estate Attorney
It is no wonder Scott at Talkov Law is recognized as a Super Lawyer all these years. I hired him to handle my most difficult issues in real estate law and family law. He and his team are very professional and experienced in their domain expertise. Their assessment and knowledge of the law are rock s...
Posted by Dee and David | August 28, 2020 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
“There is Absolutely No Better Law Firm”
"Best legal advice you can get!! Amazing team of people who are really interested in finding the best solution to your problem. Words can't explain how thankful I am to Attorney Scott Talkov, who is not only an amazing lawyer with great legal know how but is also an extremely nice person, who take...
Posted by Coco | August 7, 2020 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Extremely professional and knowledgeable attorney!!
I'm glad that I found Talkov Law to resolve all of the complications in my life involving real estate and family law when I was pulled into someone else's bankruptcy. They clearly explained to me the pros and cons of different strategies to resolve the disputes. I will continue to recommend them to o...
Posted by Paul | July 7, 2020 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
He was all over the place
During my consult he repeatedly interrupted me, talked so fast I had to ask him to repeat himself, bounced from subject to subject. If I'm the customer/client then don't I have the right to choose how my case is handled? Not with this guy.
Scott H. Talkov's Lawyer Endorsements
"Scott is a smart person and even better lawyer. He is not afraid to dive into the most challenging dispute, and fight all the way through. I've referred clients to him before, and will continue to do so."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Mr. Talkov and I served on a Board together. He is awesome both in and out of the courtroom. I endorse this lawyer."
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"Mr. Talkov is a good friend and an even better attorney."
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"Scott is gifted with a sharp legal acumen that is further enhanced by his tireless work ethic. I endorse this lawyer."
"Scott is an excellent and outgoing attorney. His broad knowledge of the law, coupled with enthusiasm and drive, make him a great choice for anyone looking for a competent attorney."
"I know Scott personally and professionally through the local Riverside Barristers Association. He is a very intelligent lawyer with a great personality. I would not hesitate for a moment to refer any real estate issues to Scott. I highly endorse his work."
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Experience
Honors
2013
Rising Star (2013-Present), Super Lawyers
Work Experience
2020 - Present
President / Attorney, Talkov Law Corp.
2008 - 2019
Shareholder / Attorney, Reid & Hellyer, APC
Associations
2010 - Present
Associated Students of U.C. RiversideLegal Clinic Assistant Director
2008 - Present
Riverside County Barristers AssociationPast President
2008 - Present
Greater Riverside Chambers of CommerceMember
1999 - Present
National Eagle Scout AssociationMember
2008 - 2020
Riverside County Bar AssociationBoard of Directors (2011-12, 2013-14)
2007 - 2009
Washington University Law ReviewBoard of Editors
Sample of Legal Cases
Inland Western Temecula Commons v. Potter, No. E05785, 2014 Cal. App. Unpub. LEXIS 6590 (Cal. App. 4th Dist. Sep. 18, 2014)
Trial court found that tenant was not bound by lease; affirmed on appeal; attorney's fees awarded to tenant.
Ashworth v. Ehrgott, BAP No. CC-12-1591-TaDPa, 2013 Bankr. LEXIS 5256 (9th Cir. B.A.P. Dec. 16, 2013)
Creditor's non-dischargeable debt affirmed on appeal.
Eleiwa v. Whitmore, No. CC-12-1559-ClDKi (9th Cir. B.A.P. Jun. 5, 2013)
Order sustaining homestead exemption affirmed.
In re Matthew Banks Ashworth, No. 8:11-bk-10946-RK, 2012 Bankr. Lexis 4563 (Bankr. C.D. Cal. Oct. 1, 2012)
Objection overruled based on controlling precedent of Friedkin v. Sternberg (In re Sternberg), 85 F.3d 1400 (9th Cir. 1996). Affirmed on appeal to Ninth Circuit BAP.
Education
2009
Washington University in St. Louis
JD - Juris Doctor (Cum Laude)
2004
University of California - Santa Barbara
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2014
Real Estate Law and Business I, Prof. George Lefcoe, University of Southern California School of Law (Sep. 25, 2014)
Real Estate Recording Acts
2010
UCR Student Alumni Association: Legal Career Conference
Going to Law School and Practicing Law
Publications
2021
Los Angeles Lawyer
Protecting the Old Homestead
2014
California Real Property Journal
Mortgage Shotgunning and the Priority of Trust Deeds
2009
Real Property, Trust & Estate Law Journal (ABA)
Exposing the Myth of Mortgage Prepayment Penalties in the Aftermath of River East
Languages
English