Mitchell Reed Sussman

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Mitchell Reed Sussman

also known as Susssman & Associates

4.6
Rating: 9.7

Licensed for 48 years

Real estate Lawyer at Newport Beach, CA
Practice Areas: Real Estate, Litigation, Commercial ... +3 more

2901 W. Coast Hwy, Newport Beach, CA

Virtual Consultation Available

About Mitchell

Biography

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

6

Practice Areas

Real Estate 35%

Attorney / Broker handling closings, real estate contracts, partnership and development agreements.

49 years | 2,000 cases

35%
Commercial Real Estate 20%

20%
Litigation 20%

Real Estate, Timeshare, Foreclosure, Specific Performance, Title Disputes, Construction,

49 years | 20,000 cases

20%
Consumer Protection 10%

Specializing in timeshare exit, cancellation and relief for embattled timeshare owners no longer interested in paying the ever escalating fees that are associated with timeshare ownership.

10%
Residential Real Estate 10%

10%
Bankruptcy and Debt 5%

Specializing in chapter 7 for consumer and business debtors. Also handling real estate Chapter 11's and relief from stay matters.

49 years | 2,000 cases

5%

Fees and Rates

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Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2021 2020 2016
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Top Contributor
Top Contributor
2012

Licenses

Licensed in California for 48 years

State: California

Acquired: 1977

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Sussman & Assoc.

2901 W. Coast Hwy, Newport Beach, CA, 92663

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Sussman & Associates

9453 Wilshire Blvd, Penthouse, Beverly Hills, CA, 90212

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Sussman & Associates

1053 S. Palm Canyon Dr., Palm Springs, CA, 92264

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Sussman & Associates

410 South Rampart, Suite 390, Las Vegas, NV, 89145

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Mitchell Reed Sussman's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.6 /5.0

31 Client Reviews

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Posted by Johnathan | September 28, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Debt Settlement

Unprofessional and deceitful

I hired Mitchell Reed Sussman's office to help me get out of my two timeshares. I explained I have numerous medical conditions from 9/11 that have prevented me from using my timeshares, one timeshare of which I had for 15 years. I provided all the medical records confirming my conditions. I also e...xplained I do not want to, nor should I have to, ruin my credit in order to get the timeshare company to allow me to exit, based on the medical documentation. They understood and agreed. I signed a retainer only to learn him and his colleagues wanted me to stop paying the timeshare and maintenance fees, which would have tarnished my credit. When I emailed them questions to make sure we were on the same page, no one wanted to answer them. I was basically put on a conveyer belt and simply just another number. He then said he would stop work on my timeshare and either refund me the $500 I paid up front or have me sign a new retainer, in which he raised the fee by about 2k, that I would have to pay him. After asking for clarification on the grounds he will be getting the exit of my timeshares completed, he once again responded rudely via email, attempted to berate me by lecturing me on how much experience he has and told me I was making libelous statements due to my being wary of those who say they can help get me out of my timeshares, who end up being a scam. Long story short; I got my refund, dealt with my timeshare myself, provided medical records and they allowed me to exit the two timeshares without ruining my credit, without paying any additional money and most importantly, without an attorney... especially one who is unprofessional. Mr. Sussman, you have some audacity to imply I made libelous claims against you. What I said was I am sure you understand my asking numerous questions due to all the scams out there regarding those who say they'll get you out of your timeshare, only to walk with your money. That is not a libelous statement towards you. I saved our email correspondence containing your unprofessionalism, rudeness and abruptness with me, a then, client of yours. Be careful who you threaten to sue, whether directly or indirectly. Folks, if you have illnesses that have prevented you from utilizing your timeshare/s, you can get out of it without paying an attorney. Knowledge and determination can help you achieve that. You don't always have to rely on an attorney to do things you can do yourself.

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Mitchell Reed Sussman's Lawyer Endorsements

Endorse Mitchell
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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Feb 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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Hovanes Margarian

Unknown lawyer | Nov 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Todd Mouser

Real estate lawyer | Dec 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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David Gutierrez

Lawsuits and disputes lawyer | Aug 10

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"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."

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Marshall Pearlman

Litigation lawyer | Mar 19

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"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"

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Mark Gershenson

Chapter 11 bankruptcy lawyer | Jun 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Gary Woods

Entertainment lawyer | Mar 23

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"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."

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Cameron Quinn

Business lawyer | Mar 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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"

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Thurman Arnold

Real estate lawyer | Aug 16

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"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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Susan Budowski

Real estate lawyer

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Harvey Stern

Real estate lawyer

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David Gutierrez

Foreclosure lawyer

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Marshall Pearlman

Litigation lawyer

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Mark Gershenson

Family lawyer

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Thurman Arnold

Family lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.7 (Superb)

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 District

Member

2002 - Present

U.S. Tax Court

Member

1995 - Present

State Bar of California, Litigation Section

Member

1985 - Present

U.S. District Court, Ninth Circuit, Northern District

Member

1985 - Present

U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit

Member

1980 - Present

Riverside County Bar Association

Member

1977 - Present

State Bar of California

1977 - Present

State Bar of California

Member

1977 - Present

U.S. Disctrict Court, Ninth Circuit, Central District

Member

1981 - 1982

Riverside County Bar Association

President of Bankruptcy Section

1980 - 1981

Orange County Bar Association

President of Bankruptcy Section

1977 - 1998

Orange County Bar Association

Member

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

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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

2012

2012

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

Top Contributor

Mitchell earned significant contribution points in 2012.

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