Paul E. Stansen

Paul E. Stansen

4.9
Rating: 7.1

Licensed for 41 years

Real estate Lawyer at Montecito, CA
Practice Areas: Real Estate, Business, Estate Planning

1187 Coast Village Rd #701, Montecito, CA

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 32 years

State: California

Acquired: 1993

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Licensed in Colorado for 41 years

State: Colorado

Acquired: 1984

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No misconduct found

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Paul E Stansen, APC

1187 Coast Village Rd #701, Montecito, CA, 93108

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Paul E. Stansen's Reviews

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4.9 /5.0

37 Client Reviews

Showing 6 - 10 of 23 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by Michelle | April 24, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate

Gets the job done

We were referred to Paul by our real estate agent to assist us with a short sale of our home. From the moment Paul got involved the process went smoothly. He fought for our best interest and kept us informed every step of the way. Paul went above and beyond for us and I would highly recommend him....

Posted by Rebecca | May 30, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Landlord & Tenant

He got the job done in a straightforward and professional manner

We hired Paul Stansen to get our $10,000 rental deposit back from a real estate company/landlord and homeowner who weren't willing to return our deposit after we moved out of a rental house. He was smart, tenacious, and determined in his fight to get our money returned to us, reading the contract car...efully and pointing out to the landlord and owner (separately) their obligation to return the full deposit. He sought a second opinion from another firm (at no charge to us) and helped guide our response to the situation with clear and concise communication. He set deadlines for responses from the other parties, communicated actions to be taken, and demanded results from them. He responded quickly and assertively to responses from the parties we were battling. Thanks to him clearly, precisely, and repeatedly spelling out the obligations each party had, they returned our full deposit. We are thrilled with the result!

Posted by Janet | September 24, 2014 | Real Estate

Great Short Sale Negotiator

Paul assisted one of my clients as a short-sale negotiator. His professionalism, expertise and attention to detail were impressive. I found his attitude to be refreshing, and he responded to emails and calls in record time. Paul managed to get short-sale lender approval 20 days after seller accepte...d an offer, and the escrow closed on time 30 days later. My client has expressed to me how much she appreciates all he did to assist her with the process.

Posted by Anthony | July 03, 2014 | Real Estate

The Man on Point

Paul assisted my family with a short sale, and he saved us from disaster! As a man, he is genuine, intelligent, and full of raw courage. His efforts have given my family a peace and stability that we have not felt for quite some time. He responds to emails quickly and is absolutely transparent with i...nformation as well. As I went to work each day during this difficult time, it felt great to have a warrior like Paul defending us. This Independence Day will be uniquely special one for my family, and we have Paul to thank for that. If you have to go to battle, you want Paul on point. Thanks from the bottom of my heart Paul! Anthony Rodriguez

Posted by Mark | March 20, 2014 | Foreclosure

After You Read This, You'll Know Why He's So Highly Recommended!

Paul saved me from losing my house to foreclosure and actually got it sold for more than I owed, allowing me to pocket a much-needed 5-figures. I was in big trouble because I was locked into a listing agreement with a charismatic, yet incompetent, Realtor. I watched in horror as the foreclosure clock... ticked down and he did nothing but bumble around. I counted the days until I could get out of the agreement. I then immediately hired Paul with instructions to do whatever he could to save me from foreclosure, now mere weeks away. Now, after months of doing nothing, the other guy tried to confuse me with double-talk and then actually blocked our attempts to list the property! It’s situations like this that you want a Real Estate Attorney and not just a Realtor. Paul took care of that problem within a day. Without Paul, the delay tactic might have cost me my house. Not only does he get results, he explains to you exactly and very clearly what he’s doing and what the current status is. He is unbelievably organized and also has some very useful connections with lenders, which proved to be a godsend. Great guy, too. Having him on my side was a pleasure every single moment and his speed with dealing with the crooked Realtor saved my financial future. I give Paul my strongest possible endorsement.

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Patricia Rodriguez

Real estate lawyer | May 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jeff Berke

Real estate lawyer | Feb 28

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"If you have issues relating to any aspect of real estate matters, Paul is the expert. I highly recommend him."

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Experience

Rating:  7.1 (Very Good)

Work Experience

1984 - 2014

Attorney / Broker-Realtor, Paul E Stansen, A Prof Law Corp

Associations

1993 - Present

State Bar of California

Attorney

1986 - Present

California Department of Real Estate

Broker / Realtor

1984 - Present

Colorado Bar Association

Attorney

1984 - Present

National Association of Realtors

Realtor Broker

Sample of Legal Cases

Santa Ynez CA Real Estate Sale

CLOSED ESCROW

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Education

1983

Pepperdine Univ SOL

JD - Juris Doctor

1980

Fort Lewis Coll

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2014

Real Estate Sales Meeting

Distressed Real Estate Sales

Publications

2019

Self Age 50+ Home Ownership: Options, Opportunities, Solutions

2019

Self Cash Flow Challenges that Lead to Foreclosure

Languages

English

Activity

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