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

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4.8 /5.0

22 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | August 13, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

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 Marg | September 11, 2013 | Landlord & Tenant

tenant/landlord case

I hired Richard because my former landlord would not allow my granddaughter to live with me after I became her guardian. Evidently my former landlord was the only one who did not know this was blatant discrimination. I wanted to avoid a long court process and requested to settle quickly so I could r...elocate. Richard was able to reach a fair settlement with the landlord's insurance company in a timely manner. I found Richard to be not only easy to reach but very helpful in answering all my questions. Richard was open and honest and gave me good advice. I would recommend him because of the positive experience I had with this case. I am now living across country in a wonderful little community where my granddaughter is thriving. I firmly believe this is due to Richard's skilled negotiating abilities. I am very pleased with the results and feel that we have our new lives because of his talents.

Posted by Christopher | December 27, 2012 | Debt Settlement

Intelligently honest and diligent

Richard started out by handling a bankruptcy for myself and my partner in July 2011. It was handled efficiently and painlessly from both our perspectives. He proved himself to be very organized and helpful in making sure the bankruptcy was understood by both of us, and made the process smooth . Ou...r personal fears were put to rest because of his knowledge and efficient processing of the paperwork, and court appearance. He adeptly informed us what to do, say and when. Because of that we hired him to represent us in a lawsuit against a debt settlement company that put on the road to bankruptcy. He worked diligently to make sure the case was broadened and complete enough that we did not have to go to court and forced the debt settlement company to offer a out of court settlement. Due to some personal crisis, both of us were very grateful. Richard is honest, competent, and thorough. He is very knowledgeable in all aspect of law that applied to both of our situations. We are very grateful for his handling of our case, and certainly would recommend him to others seeking an intelligent attorney to handle their particular situation.

Posted by Jeanne | January 15, 2010

Richard C. Koman

I don't know what I would have done without the expertise, calm presense and attention to my case by Mr. Koman. He was in constant contact with me, keeping me informed of every issue of this process and alleviated many of my concerns. I was amazed that I received return phone calls and emails after ...hours. I felt like a person and not just another client. Mr. Koman's knowledge of the law is extensive. I highly recommend him and would not seek counsel from any other attorney.

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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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