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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No misconduct found

Licensed in Colorado for 41 years

State: Colorado

Acquired: 1984

Active

No misconduct found

Location

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 11 - 15 of 22 reviews | Advocacy

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.

Posted by Bob B. | December 06, 2013 | Real Estate

Paul Stansen equals RESULTS!!!

As a Real Estate agent who has experience with closing several "Short Sales" I found myself about to lose my first short sale transaction. It was discovered that there was a $42,000 judgment against the property, the buyer decided to back out, the property was scheduled for a "Trustee Sale" within tw...o weeks and the lender refused to grant me an extension. As a last resort, I swallowed my pride and called Paul Stansen, who had done a presentation several months earlier at our office. I did not hold out much hope that even Mr. Stansen could negotiate a successful short sale transaction with the seemingly insurmountable amount of obstacles that I had asked him to leap over! Not only did he negotiate a settlement of $2,000 on the original $42,000 judgment, the Trustee Sale was postponed "As a direct result of Paul Stansen's track record of Professionalism" a quote from the lender's negotiator, we were able to close a success transaction after only 3 weeks of Mr. Stansen's involvement. Thank you Paul Stansen!!!

Posted by Pam | December 03, 2013 | Real Estate

SUPERB REPRESENTATION!

Paul handled my complex real estate short sale with impeccable skill, navigating and negotiating with Bank of America and buyers in timely manner. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND PAUL!

Posted by Nate | March 31, 2013 | Real Estate

Paul was invaluable!

Paul was called in to assist our family in the 11th hour of a declining situation. Paul was decisive and aggressive in our defense. He was able to get through to the bank long after we thought any possibility of a short sale was lost, and after some jumping through hoops, he pushed our sale throug...h. His service was invaluable to our small family and I would recommend him with the highest of confidence to anyone facing a challenge with the banks.

Posted by anonymous | November 28, 2012 | Real Estate

Best short sale lawyer availabile

I worked with Paul through the short sale of my house and have to say that I am thoroughly impressed with the work he did on my behalf. I was always in the loop on where things stood and he went above and beyond to ensure we received the best deal possible. I would recommend him highly!

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Patricia Rodriguez

Real estate lawyer | May 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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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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