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Mitchell Reed Sussman
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Mitchell Reed Sussman is a real estate attorney and broker, practicing law in the state of California since 1977. He is a nationally recognized leader in
timeshare exit, timeshare cancellation, and timeshare litigation, with a proven
track record of successfully prosecuting actions against some of the world’s
largest timeshare companies. His firm, Sussman & Associates, has secured the release of tens of
thousands of clients from the obligations of unwanted timeshare ownership. A
Brooklyn native, Mr. Sussman earned his Bachelor of Business Administration
from George Washington University in 1973 and his Juris Doctor from Pepperdine
University School of Law in 1976. Practicing since 1977, he has been listed in
"Who’s Who in America" and has built an accomplished career in real
estate, business, and entertainment law with offices in Beverly Hills, Newport Beach,
and Palm Springs. In 2008 he along with his brother, Robert,
pioneered the field of timeshare exit and release. Recognized as the
"godfather" of this legal field, he retired in 2022 with his daughter,
Juliet, taking over the practice which now consists of offices in
Beverly Hills, Newport Beach, Las Vegas, Palm Springs and San Diego.He
has been a lecturer on the subject of real estate, bankruptcy and
timeshare law for the past forty (40) years Mr. Sussman and has served
as a panelist for the Beverly
Hills Bar Association's Benjamin Crocker symposium. Additionally, he co-founded a television production company Raven Productions,
Inc., and has played a pivotal role in launching broadcast media initiatives in
the Coachella Valley.
Now living in Las Vegas, he still consults on legal issues and enjoys playing golf and music in his spare time.
Mitchell Sussman has been licensed as a Real Estate Attorney / Broker for over 40 years.
Specializes in complex real estate litigation in state, federal and Bankruptcy court.
Mitchell has been a real estate Attorney/Broker in the state of California for over 40 years.
Specializing in complex title issues, easements, partition, broker lititation and formation of real estate business entities.
Specializing in timeshare exit and cancellation
Specializing in real estate litigation, quiet title, foreclosure, partition and HOA issues.
Emphasis on title disputes, foreclosure and HOA issues.
Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
Real Estate
35%
49 years | 2,000 cases
Commercial Real Estate
20%
Litigation
20%
49 years | 20,000 cases
Consumer Protection
10%
Fees and Rates
Awards
2021 2020 2016
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1
2012
Licenses
Licensed in California for 48 years
State: California
Acquired: 1977
No misconduct found
Location
Sussman & Assoc.
(800) 233-8521
Fax
(888) 352-6302
Mobile
2901 W. Coast Hwy, Newport Beach, CA, 92663
newportbeachrealestateattorney.com/Sussman & Associates
9453 Wilshire Blvd, Penthouse, Beverly Hills, CA, 90212
newportbeachrealestateattorney.com/Sussman & Associates
(760) 325-7191
Fax
1053 S. Palm Canyon Dr., Palm Springs, CA, 92264
newportbeachrealestateattorney.com/Sussman & Associates
(760) 325-7258
Fax
(888) 352-6302
Mobile
410 South Rampart, Suite 390, Las Vegas, NV, 89145
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Practice Areas
Contracts & Agreements (14)
Consumer Protection (11)
Lawsuits & Disputes (10)
Real Estate (7)
Litigation (4)
Residential (4)
Debt Settlement (3)
Business (2)
Foreclosure (2)
Commercial (1)
Corporate & Incorporation (1)
Credit Repair (1)
Estate Planning (1)
Family (1)
Intellectual Property (1)
Landlord & Tenant (1)
State, Local And Municipal Law (1)
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Posted by anonymous | May 10, 2016 | Estate Planning
Always Helps Me
This lawyer always helped me. He hired people who needed help or didn't fit in. He takes care of the community and frankly, he tells some of the best historical stories about Palm Springs early days before it was the place we know today. He could charge for how entertaining and fun his star studded a...
Posted by Annette | May 10, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Debt Settlement
Yes, you can get rid of your timeshare !!!
I cannot thank Mitchell Sussman & associates enough ! I had two timeshares that I could not sell or give away, I was paying maintenance fees that I could no longer afford, for timeshares I could no longer use. Thank you so much !
Posted by Marcia | April 06, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Contracts & Agreements
Timeshare Contract Released
I highly recommend Mr. Sussman and his team. I purchased a time share from Hilton thinking I was getting a good deal for vacations. Later found out that I was spending more money trying to keep the timeshare and didn't have the funds to travel. All information was not fully released at time of purc...
Posted by Sandra | April 01, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate
Experienced and Recomended for all Real Estate Law Needs
I needed legal help in the Coachella Valley regarding a joint property agreement I had made together without legal counsel. Everything seemed like a great plan until time went by and none of my co-investors were pleased with limitations we had failed to fully consider before committing. Mitchell Sus...
Posted by Adam | March 31, 2016 | Contracts & Agreements
Timeshare Advice
I was referred to Mr. Sussman through a mutual friend. I'm semi-retired and I run my own business. I was considering a time-share and felt there was something iffy about the contract terms, but I couldn't put my finger on it--legalese gives me a headache. I took it to Mr. Sussman and he very clearly ...
Mitchell Reed Sussman's Lawyer Endorsements
"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I am an Entertainment attorney with my own practice. Like many attorneys, I frequently get requests from my family for matters outside my practice area. I referred my parents to Mitchell Reed Sussman to try and solve a difficult problem they had been having with a timeshare they purchased while on a trip in Mexico. They were at wits end and really wanted to have it resolved. Mitchell quickly responded to both my initial inquiry and to the follow up contact from my parents. In less than a month he was able to successfully resolve this issue. I trust him completely and would gladly refer him to anyone in need of competent, dogged, and efficient counsel."
"I have been handling Personal Injury and Criminal Cases for over 15 years but I was lost in a Foreclosure case. A referral led me to Mitchell Sussman whom agreed to act as Lead Counsel. Mr. Sussman's expertise on the subject allowed our clients to remain in their home and are now working on a loan modification. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. In addition to his superb legal skills, what sets Mitchell apart from his peers are a combination of finely-honed tactical skills combined with uncommon common sense. It is one thing to know the law; it takes a rarer skill to implement it effectively. Mitchell proactively shapes the case to maximize his clients' chances for success, and does so in a thoroughly professional manner. I unreservedly endorse this attorney. Marshall Pearlman"
"Mitch is a sharp-minded lawyer with good business sense and good common sense. He has many years of experience and a thorough knowledge of bankruptcy law. He handles Ch. 11 cases for businesses, as well as consumer Ch. 7 cases. Mitch also is an experienced real estate attorney, and a tough and effective litigator. He is direct in his approach, and doesn't paint unduly rosy pictures for clients. I don't hesitate to recommend him to folks with bankruptcy or real estate matters."
"I endorse this lawyer. As a California licensed attorney and member of the Bar in good standing for 21 years I can unabashedly recommend and endorse Mitchell in my area of expertise which is entertainment law and in his areas which include litigation, real estate, bankruptcy and foreclosure."
"My name is Cameron James Quinn, and have been practicing law for over 30 years in Orange and Riverside Counties, with emphasis on criminal defense. During that time, I've known Mitchell Reed Sussman--at Pepperdine Univ. School of Law, and as an associate in his offices in Newport Beach and Palm Springs. His practice involves primarily business matters, debtor/creditor issues and bankruptcy proceedings. He is honorable, hardworking, sincere, and dedicated. As a civil litigator, he is focused and indefatiguable. His approach is reasonable and practical. Mitchell devotes time to his family--wife, Joni, and his children, and is active in his community. I stand ready to respond to any inquiry. Cameron James Quinn La Quinta, CA 92253 (760) 772-3663"
"I endorse this lawyer's work highly. I first met Mr. Sussman in 1993, in a very volatile case where the parties (I represented a home buyer and he a real estate brokerage firm which will not be named) were highly conflicted. Frankly, some lawyers seek to raise conflict either to increase their fees or because they become too identified with their clients. Mitchell Sussman did not pander to either. Instead, he vigorously and ethically represented his clients' interests, and while my clients did not get what they wanted, they almost got what was fair. If any other real estate litigator had represented Mr. Sussman's clients, the facts were bad enough that they would have had serious problems. Cheers Mitchell, you are a lawyer's lawyer!"
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Experience
Honors
2018
Top Real Estate Lawyer, Palm Springs Life Magazine
1985
Who's Who In America, Marquis Who's Who in American Law
1982
Who's Who in California, marquis Who's Who in American Law
Work Experience
2007 - Present
Head of Litigation, Vacation Tree
2007 - Present
, Hampton Builders
2006 - Present
Attorney, The Wild Rabbit
2006 - Present
Litigation Head, Great Lakes Construction
2004 - Present
, Syber Sales & Mkt.
1998 - Present
Managing Member, PSTV Partners, LLC
1998 - Present
corporate counsel, New Horizons Realty
1992 - Present
Attorney, CM International Trading
1992 - Present
, Exotic Car Service
1990 - Present
, CM International Trading
1989 - Present
Vice President, Raven Productions, LLC
1988 - Present
, Riccio's Inc.
1986 - Present
, CM Automtive Systems, Inc.
2000 - 2006
Corporate Counsel, California Council on Problem Gambling
1996 - 2005
Corporate Counsel, Textek, Inc.
1995 - 2008
Head of Litigtaion, Colour Concepts, Inc.
1989 - 1998
Head of Litigation, Sun Presentations
1984 - 1996
Litigation Head, Prudential Real Estate
Associations
2009 - Present
U.S. District Court, Ninth Circuit, Southern DistrictMember
2002 - Present
U.S. Tax CourtMember
1995 - Present
State Bar of California, Litigation SectionMember
1985 - Present
U.S. District Court, Ninth Circuit, Northern DistrictMember
1985 - Present
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth CircuitMember
1980 - Present
Riverside County Bar AssociationMember
1977 - Present
State Bar of California
1977 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaMember
1977 - Present
U.S. Disctrict Court, Ninth Circuit, Central DistrictMember
1981 - 1982
Riverside County Bar AssociationPresident of Bankruptcy Section
1980 - 1981
Orange County Bar AssociationPresident of Bankruptcy Section
1977 - 1998
Orange County Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Bowers v. Weiss
Judgment for plaintiff quieting title & damages
Shallenberger v. Ravenna
defense verdict
Syber Sales v. Slayen
Appellate reversal of court ordered dismissal
Estate of Ross
$25 million dollar award to plaintiff
Colour Concepts v. Palmieri
$540,000 award for plaintiff
Education
1984
Pepperdine Univ SOL
JD - Juris Doctor
N/A
George Washington Univ
undergraduate
Speaking Engagements
2011
Real Estate Today - Foreclosure and the Bankruptcy Stay
Real Estate
2010
Real Estate Today - The Automatic Stay
Bankrupcty
2009
Real Estate Today
Real Estate - Loan Modification
2008
Real Estate Today
Bankruptcy
1992
Buying Homes in Foreclosure
Legal Aspects of Foreclosure
1983
Benjamin Crocker Symposium
Real Estate Issues in Chapter 11
Publications
2019
2012
The Niche Report
California's Short Sale Legislation
2012
The Niche Report
Tax Implications of Foreclosure
2011
The Niche Report
Can I Safely Walk Away from My Mortgage
2008
Legal Source Directory
Syber Sales v. California Building & Remodeling
2007
Legal Source Directory
Rubin v. Ross
2006
Legal Source Direct
CM Internationl v. Sood
2004
Lexis Nexis Global
Ravenna v. Shallenberger
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Top Contributor
Mitchell earned significant contribution points in 2012.
Legal Answers
Q&A
How or Is It possible to cancel or get out of a "Membership" with Diamond Resorts (Timeshare)?
09 Jun 2016
Q&A
Can I do a quit claim to transfer a Hawaii timeshare ownership and then pay for the title change separately?
05 Jun 2016
Q&A
I am a victim of Massanutten Resorts VA timeshare fraud.
16 Mar 2016
Legal Guides
Legal Guide
Total and Permanent Disability Discharge of Student Loans
11 Sep 2019
Legal Guide
BORROWER DEFENSE
11 Sep 2019
Legal Guide
Can I Qualify for Student Loan Forgiveness Through Public Service?
11 Sep 2019