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Bay Area Probate Attorney - Steven M. Simrin
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2010/03/03 10:06
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The Law Offices of Steven M. Simrin provides legal services in the areas of tax representation, probate (wills and trusts), and conservatorships. We are dedicated to providing our clients with high-quality legal services along with the personalized attention that should be expected of a small law firm. Conveniently located near Jack London Square in Oakland, we serve clients from Oakland, Berkeley and the entire San Francisco Bay Area.
IRS Tax RepresentationCalifornia State and Local Tax RepresentationProbateTrust AdministrationTrust LitigationConservatorships
Steven M. Simrin has more than 12 years experience as both an attorney and a certified public accountant advising clients on tax, probate, trusts, and conservatorships. Our office provides the personalized and prompt service that we believe all clients should expect. Please call us today for a free telephone consultation on how we might be able to help you.
Law Offices of Steven M. Simrin
318 Harrison Street Suite 102
Oakland, CA 94607
Tel. (510) 444-4430 |
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U.S. Sugar settles class action
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2009/10/05 15:33
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U.S. Sugar Corp. said Friday it has agreed to settle a class action lawsuit brought by shareholders and members of its Employee Stock Ownership Plan for an $8.4 million payment to members of the settlement class.
An additional payment of $7.5 million, less plaintiffs' attorneys’ fees, will be made if U.S. Sugar closes its pending land sale with the South Florida Water Management District, according to a news release.
The company said the settlement was filed with the U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida.
Upon approval by the court, all actions against all defendants will be dismissed with prejudice, which means that the court ruling is final and the claims cannot be refiled.
This settlement was reached without any party admitting any liability.
"All of the defendants in this case have denied and continue to deny any wrongdoing, and indeed, most of the claims have already been dismissed by the court," said Robert Coker, U.S. Sugar’s senior vice president of public affairs.
In the settlement, U.S. Sugar said it entered into the settlement solely to avoid the cost, disruption and uncertainty of continued litigation.
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LawSchool.org makes the Law School search simple
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2009/09/23 10:57
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| With over 200 American Bar Association accredited law schoolsin the country, choosing the right one can be extremely difficult- Untilnow. LawSchool.org not only has profiles onevery lawschool across the country, but it also features a plethora of legal-relatedinformation. Each law school has their own personalprofile that includes all the relevant information which a potential law studentwould be interested in. With a vast array of statistics ranging fromlocation and tuition to enrollment and notable alumni, LawSchool.orgmakes your law school search simple. The site also has a number offeatures that cater to legal professionals including prevelant legalinformation, an education law section, an events gallery, LSAT informationand guides, Bar Examination info, as well as a Legal Career Center. Whether your trying to find the right law school or simply looking to keep upon your legal-related topics, LawSchool.org has it all. |
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Florida Foreclosure Law Firm Helps Clients
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2009/03/23 09:31
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The two-year-long meltdown in real estate values and sales has generated confusing options confronting property owners fearful of losing their homes as they fall behind in mortgage payments.
One well-known Tampa Bay law firm, which specializes in helping clients avoid foreclosure and stay in their homes, has recognized the growing "vogue" of mortgage modifications: the simple-sounding but complex process of working with lending institutions to decrease mortgage principals or interest rates, or extend the time for mortgage loan repayment, all of which decrease the financial burden on homeowners.
At its best, it is a good solution for some, says Shawn Yesner, managing partner in the firm of Yesner & Boss (www.YesnerBoss.com). At worst, it is a scam that can plunge desperate homeowners even deeper into the mortgage morass.
"Our goal for our clients is to make it possible for them to keep their homes with an affordable modification, or at least to reduce or eliminate their liability under their loans," said Yesner. "We don't want to add to their financial burdens, so we keep our rates low, much lower than fees demanded by 'foreclosure-rescue' scammers. Our work always includes legal services provided by a Florida-licensed attorney who specializes in foreclosure issues."
Yesner cautions that mortgage modifications are not a quick-fix for everyone. Many mortgages that are modified still go into default in a matter of months. Yet, the advantages for the property owner with a successful modification is being able to keep the home at an affordable monthly price. The incentive for the lender is the opportunity to turn a non-performing loan back into a good investment and sidestep foreclosure action in which the lender winds up owning a property it cannot sell while maintenance costs keep growing.
"So many people are desperate to save their homes they are vulnerable to scammers," said Christopher Boss, a partner in the firm Yesner & Boss. "Any time a company guarantees results, it should raise a huge red flag. And Florida law requires that homeowners be given certain disclosure documents. If they aren't provided, that should be a huge red flag." |
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