Richard C Koman

Richard C Koman

4.8
Rating: 8.5

Licensed for 17 years

Landlord or tenant Lawyer at Petaluma, CA
Practice Areas: Landlord & Tenant, Litigation, Personal Injury

PO Box 750034, Petaluma, CA

About Richard

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Landlord or Tenant 70%

Representing tenants in actions against landlords for habitability, retaliation and other actions.

18 years | 10 cases

70%
Litigation 15%

Affirmative litigation for tenants against residential landlords; collection cases for commercial landlords; other business cases.

8 years

15%
Personal Injury 15%

Representing injured persons in personal injury/emotional distress matters.

15%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 300-450 per hour

Contingency

33%-40%


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 17 years

State: California

Acquired: 2008

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Richard C. Koman

PO Box 750034, Petaluma, CA, 94952

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Richard C Koman's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

22 Client Reviews

Posted by Aimee | July 26, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

The best of the best!

If you're looking for an attorney Richard is the best of the best! Not only did he defend us but he Vindicated us. Not only did he resolve our case satisfactorily he healed us from the damage we had experienced. I wish I could say there are other attorneys in Sonoma County willing to fight for their ...clients in the way that Richard does, but you won't find one. Richard goes above and beyond to fully understand your case, fights for you and doesn't stop day and night until everything is resolved. Personally I feel blessed and lucky to have found him and would highly recommend him to anyone who needs a top notch attorney. Thank you Richard!!!

Posted by Elena | December 14, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

My hero

Richard was not only a lawyer ... He was a support system and he went above and beyond to make sure I grew from the experience. He is a hero to me and my family. He stuck up for me when no one else would. He gave 110% to make sure the process was also part of my closure. I will forever be greatful to... him.

Posted by anonymous | August 13, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Richard Koman is the Legal Expert...You will not find better!

After being threatened with false allegations by my opponent, while working with another attorney who was encouraging me to settle, telling me that the opposing party had me on a "technicality" and telling me I did not have any other choices. I did not buy what I was being advised, nor was I going ...to give up until I found another attorney with experience with my situation,and what was really going on. This is when I finally found Richard Koman. Upon my first meeting with him, he put me at ease, told me that these false allegations that my opponent was accusing me of, was indeed a technicality, and continued to educate me and what I was being accused of meant and how it did not pertain to me. I just knew and felt I was secure and that this man knew what he was doing and immediately knew I was in good hands with him. Mr Koman took my case and ran full steam ahead. Richard Koman is a brilliant man, confident and not a bit afraid. He is as sharp as they come!!! He knows the laws and exactly what they mean!! He is somebody you need to have on your side. Richard smashed my opponents attorney who thought he had a case on me. Richard is highly skilled and extremely qualified, not to mention his many years of on going experience. I would confidently recommend Richard for ANY AND ALL legal matters that may ever come your way! Richard saved my future and he can save yours too!!

Posted by Lennie | July 20, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

The Best in the West

Clear, concise, knowledgeable, candid, full of integrity, thoughtful, centered, Mr Koman is the best lawyer I have ever encountered. Honestly, actually restored some faith. He stood firm, pulled no punches, told me the truth. Truly counseled me. Explained the issues I had to work with once he asked ...tough, piercing questions. I felt safe in his hands. No matter what the outcome, which I must say could not have been better in my case, I consider it a blessing to work with such a fine man.

Posted by Deborah | February 13, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

He helped with a bad situation

I had contacted other lawyers about my case and decided to hire Mr. Koman. I am not sorry I did. Though we are not done yet, I am happy with the progress.

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Richard C Koman's Lawyer Endorsements

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Hovanes Margarian

Unknown lawyer | Dec 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Robert Bialkin

Landlord or tenant lawyer | May 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Richard Koman is an excellent Real Estate and Landlord / Tenant Attorney in Sonoma County."

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James Sansone

Landlord or tenant lawyer | Dec 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Richard is dedicated to taking an innovative and individualized approach toward representing his clients. His experience and dedication really have helped his clients enforce their legal rights, both against disreputable landlords and problemed tenants."

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Peter Goldstone

Landlord or tenant lawyer | Oct 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"In our work together and multiple discussions of tenant advocacy, Richard has consistently demonstrated a high degree of dedication, enthusiasm and passion for the work."

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Michael Lynch

Landlord or tenant lawyer | Jan 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Richard will work tirelessly for your rights."

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Experience

Rating:  8.5 (Excellent)

Honors

2009

Award of Appreciation, Legal Aid of Sonoma County

2007

Award of Appreciation, California Rural Legal Assistance

2005

Presidential Certificate of Appreciation, President of the United States

Work Experience

2008 - 2010

Attorney, Law Offices of Richard Koman

2008 - 2009

Volunteer Attorney/Clek, Legal Aid of Sonoma County

Associations

2010 - Present

National Associaton of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys

Member

2009 - Present

Consumer Attorneys of California

Member

2005 - Present

Sonoma County Bar Association

Board Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Parties Secret

Settlement

Parties Secret

Case was dismissed

Petaluma Theater District v. Teaspots

Stipulation for Judgment

people v polanco

case dismissed!

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Education

2008

Empire College School of Law

JD

1983

George Washington University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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