John Secrest Richards

John Secrest Richards

also known as J.R. Richards, John Richards

5.0
Rating: 9.2

Licensed for 18 years

Real estate Lawyer at Danville, CA
Practice Areas: Real Estate, Business, Landlord & Tenant

261 Hartz Avenue, Danville, CA

About John

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Real Estate 50%

Advocacy for wide variety of real estate disputes including quiet title, boundaries, tree and view, easements, purchase and sale, real estate fraud, construction, and agent liability.

18 years | 200 cases

50%
Business 30%

Resource for contract drafting, negotiation, breach of contract, and real estate investments.

18 years | 100 cases

30%
Landlord or Tenant 20%

No nonsense landlord representation.

18 years | 200 cases

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 300-300 per hour

Contingency

5%-10%

Pro bono

5 %

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 18 years

State: California

Acquired: 2007

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Richards Law

261 Hartz Avenue, Danville, CA, 94526

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John Secrest Richards's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

8 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | August 18, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Private Party Real Estate Sale

JR handled the sale of my mother's house upon her passing. He handled a sale between private parties, saving us commissions and we successfully avoided onerous provisions the title company attempted to impose upon us, avoided an arbitration clause and successfully navigated a deal with a stubborn bu...yer. JR was friendly, competent. and flexible. I would definitely use him in the future should the need arise.

Posted by Shanif | January 1, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Excellent leadership

JR Richards took on my rental real estate case dealing with a non-paying tenant .. tenant was illusive when it came to rent payments .. tenant began to assume that since his long term vision (and he had no cash) was to purchase the property that he can ignore paying rent .. JR navigated the case beau...tifully with full knowledge of the process, JR was compassionate yet realistic and guided me and set expectations of what to expect and JR delivered .. JR filed the case and we won, tenant got evicted even though he tried to pull all stops, JR always seem to know what might happen and stayed a step ahead .. my full recommendation for JR to lead any of your real estate related cases! Very knowledgeable, strategic and anticipates with deep insights!

Posted by Duane | February 3, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Relief

JR helped me resolve a frivolous lawsuit by a person who had no representative. Being from the east coast, I had no knowledge of the laws around a demur. With his expert knowledge and background in financial affairs and real estate, he managed to get us a settlement vs. an expensive demur and possi...ble court appearance. What a weight off my mind! JR is committed, knowledgeable, and looks out for your best interest and not his pockets. How do you spell relief? JR I would recommend him every time for your real estate or funding real estate legal needs.

John Richards

Replied last February 4, 2016

Thank you, Duane. It's good to see that my office is actually following our business model.

Posted by Ingrid | February 24, 2015

Life saver

I have had JR with Richards Law help my small business for the past two years with several unfortunate lawsuits. I have been pleased with the communication and response time I have been given. There is no price that can be given for the peace of mind and the reduced stress in my life because of my ...association with Richards Law. I recommend JR to everyone I come in contact with. I know he can help you as well.

Posted by Rick | July 29, 2014

Honest, Trustworthy, Knowledgeable, Responsive, Reasonable Attorney (no, I'm not his Mother - just a very satisfied client)

I couldn't be happy with JR! As a former police officer and as a property manager and businessman, I have worked with dozens of attorneys on both criminal and civil cases. JR is truly top drawer- was obviously well-versed in his area of law, outlined our options and strategies, very personable and u...nderstandable, kept me informed, responded quickly and was very fair in billing. JR truly puts his client's interests before his own - as all attorneys are supposed to do, but few actually do. You can't go wrong with JR.

John Richards

Replied last February 4, 2016

Thank you, Rick. We pride ourselves on developing long term relationships with clients like you.

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John Secrest Richards's Lawyer Endorsements

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Ruben Sundeen

Real estate lawyer | Aug 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Real estate lawyer | Jul 07

Relationship: Co-worker

"Committed to ethical and aggressive client representation."

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Paul Molinaro

Real estate lawyer | Sep 14

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Doland

Real estate lawyer | Aug 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Although new to Avvo, it is clear that Mr. Richards has a lot of practical, valuable experience. His answers are accurate and analytic and customized to the needs of the Avvo askers. These are exactly the qualities that every client would look for when hiring an attorney."

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Allison Surowitz

General practice lawyer | Aug 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I've known John for over a decade, and strongly endorse his services. He is attentive and responsive. John truly looks out for the best interest of his clients."

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Karen Neri

Real estate lawyer | Jul 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"In addition to being affable, John Richards is an excellent real estate attorney. He is very knowledgeable, conscientious and dedicated to his clients."

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Matthew Quiring

Real estate lawyer | Jul 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"J.R. is an active and well-connected attorney in the East Bay."

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Experience

Rating:  9.2 (Superb)

Honors

2016

Certified Member, Lawyers of Distinction

2012

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2006

Juris Doctorate with Honors, Golden Gate University School of Law

2006

Certificate of Specialization: Real Estate Law, Golden Gate University School of Law

Work Experience

2012 - Present

Partner, Richards Law

2007 - 2011

Associate, Bardellini, Straw & Cavin, LLP

Associations

2017 - Present

State Bar of California, Real Property Law Section

Executive Committee

2017 - Present

Contra Costa County Bar Association, Real Estate Section

Executive Committee

2012 - 2014

Alameda County Bar Association, Real Estate Section

Chairman

2012 - 2016

Alameda County Bar Association

Volunteer Attorney: VLSC

2008 - 2014

Alameda County Bar Association, Real Estate Section

Executive Committee

Sample of Legal Cases

Mortgage Rescue Disaster

$800,000.00 +

Constructive Trust

Title to Home or just compensation

Loan Dispute Victory

$377,000.00 collected.

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Education

2006

Golden Gate University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1992

Denison University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Publications

2013

East Bay Rental Housing Association Tenant Early Move-Out

2013

East Bay Rental Housing Association Tenant With Bad Credit

2013

East Bay Rental Housing Association Landlord Tenant: Megan's Law and Sex Offender

2013

East Bay Rental Housing Association Nudity In A Residential Unit

Languages

English

Activity

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