CONSUMER LAWYERS FOR CALIFORNIA

Located in Corona but serving all of California, the law firm of Fransen & Molinaro handles matters in the area of Consumer Law - which we define as representing the little guy against the big guy. We handle legal matters for individuals and small businesses involving Civil Litigation, Real Estate Law, Personal Injury, Bankruptcy, Debt Issues, Estate Planning, Medical Malpractice, and More.

RECENT NEWS:

-- Recognizing the great value in getting sound legal advice when taking part in any real estate transaction, more and more and more clients are hiring us for the "one hour real estate consultation." During your one hour one-on-one consultation one of our attorneys will provide advice on any of the following: (1) New Home Purchases and Loans - verify the truth of what your agents and brokers have been telling you while one of our attorneys goes over the documents with you; (2) Loan Modification - find out if you really have a chance of getting your loan modified and what to expect if you do, or don't, discuss your lender's offer of trial or permanent modification and the accompanying paperwork and learn what "trial modification" means and what it does not mean; (3) Short Sale - discuss the short sale process and the liability associated with it and discover whether your agent or broker told you everything you really should know; (4) "Strategic Default" - discuss the the legal ramifications of allowing foreclosure and find out if you can really just "walk away from an upside down home; (5) Suing Your Lender - learn whether you should get a forensic loan document audit, whether you can sue your lender, and what to expect if do sue your lender in California State or federal Court; (6) Unsecured Debts - obtain advice on how to negotiate with creditors, discuss the bankruptcy option, and find out what rights you have to protect you from creditor harassment.

We handle matters involving:

(1) CONSUMERS WHO ARE VICTIMS OF FRAUD, NEGLIGENCE, OR BREACH OF CONTRACT - Many individuals and small businesses fall victim to scam artists who lie, cheat, and steal or get bullied by larger businesses who use their size to their illegal advantage. Fransen & Molinaro likes to level the playing fields by providing aggressive and professional representation for the "little guy." If you are the victim of a contract gone bad, fraud, or negligence, please contact Fransen & Molinaro to learn how we can help.

(2)REAL ESTATE NIGHTMARES - As brokers and attorneys, Nathan Fransen, Esq. and Paul J. Molinaro, Esq. provide professional legal representation to all of the individuals and businesses involved in real estate transactions. We represent buyers, sellers, tenants, landlords, borrowers, private lenders, agents, brokers (real estate and mortgage), property inspectors, escrow officers, appraisers, and more. Our services include litigation (plaintiff and defense), Department of Real Estate defense, breach of sales contract, listing agreement disputes, all mortgage matters, failures to disclose defects, short sale contract review, commission disputes, protection of seller's rights, and white collar real estate crime defense. Also, for those buyers/borrowers looking to avoid problems before they occur, we offer a paid consultation to review your sales contract and loan documents before they get signed. Call us for more details.

(3) INDIVIDUALS AND SMALL BUSINESSES WITH SERIOUS FINANCIAL PROBLEMS - As the number of individuals faced with overwhelming debt continues to increase, we continue to offer legal representation in bankruptcy matters (Chapter 7 or 13) as well as well as provide defense against creditors who have sued in court or who have threatened to sue.

(4) INDIVIDUALS ABUSED BY DEBT COLLECTORS - We also represent borrowers who suffered harassment by creditors. If calls, letters, and other collection actions violate the laws of California or the United States, we know how to stop the abuse and obtain compensation for victims. Courts take these matters seriously. So do we, and so should you.

(5) PERSONAL INJURY - If you have been seriously injured in a motor vehicle (car, truck, motorcycle) accident, in a commercial building, or by a defective product, Fransen & Molinaro can help you learn how to recover for your losses. We represent victims of motor vehicle accidents against negligent or drunk drivers and victims of defective products against the makers and sellers of those products.

(6) MORTGAGE DOCUMENT REVIEW - With all of the problems facing the mortgage industry in the past few years, many people faced with buying a home have legal questions that should not be answered by their agent or broker. We offer a one on one meeting with one of our lawyers to go over real estate and mortgage documents before they are signed. This allows the buyer/borrower to be more informed about what is being signed and the rights and obligations that go with a mortgage.

(7) ESTATE PLANNING (WILLS AND LIVING TRUSTS) - Many of our local residents are young parents who have no will or trust and no knowledge of what they need and retirees with outdated wills and trusts. We provide the advice needed to determine what documents are necessary and then draft those documents.

(8) MEDICAL MALPRACTICE - If you have suffered a catastrophic injury as a result of the actions of a medical professional, please call Physician and Attorney Paul J. Molinaro, M.D., J.D. for a consultation.

(9) REAL ESTATE PROFESSIONALS' COMPLIANCE TRAINING - Because many real estate professionals find themselves named as defendants simply as a result of not knowing the laws which apply to them, Fransen & Molinaro, LLP offers training seminars and education to the staff of real estate, mortgage, and escrow offices. In some cases, our seminars are free. Please call us for details.

Southern California Attorneys for Matters Involving Consumer Law, Civil Litigation, Real Estate, Bankruptcy, Personal Injury, Medical Malpractice, Estate Planning, and More

Serving All of Southern California, including the Inland Empire (Riverside County and San Bernardino County) and the Counties of Orange and Los Angeles

The law firm of Fransen & Molinaro, LLP prides itself on providing responsible yet aggressive representation to individuals and small businesses. Our services address the needs of California residents and small businesses, with a heavy emphasis in consumer law, real estate matters, mortgage law, debtor protection, and bankruptcy matters. Our lawyers have achieved significant results for our clients in the areas of real estate litigation, mortgage litigation, bankruptcy, debt relief, medical malpractice, and general civil litigation. Whatever your debt situation may be, you are invited to speak to one of our experienced Southern California mortgage and bankruptcy attorneys. This consultation will allow you to get your questions answered and allow the firm to determine how it may best assist you.

Mortgage Litigation (Plaintiff and Defense) - Predatory Lending, Hard Money Loans, Private Lenders, Large National Lenders, RESPA, TILA, HOEPA, California Financial Code. To hear attorney Nathan Fransen argue before the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals (Federal Court) CLICK HERE to be taken to an interview with Nathan and Martin Andelman of Mandelman Matters. The interview is intertwined with actual audio of Nathan arguing his case before the Ninth Circuit Appellate Court. Mandelman Matters is a website full of information about the mortgage crisis.

Real Estate Litigation (Plaintiff and Defense) - Purchase and Sale Disputes (court or arbitration), Landlord-Tenant, Title and Deed Issues, Nuisance, Trespass, Easements, Property Damage

Broker and Agent Compliance - Consultation and Education Regarding Office Procedures and Applicable Laws for Escrow Offices, Real Estate Brokers and Agents, Loan Officers, and Property Inspectors

White Collar Criminal Defense (Real Estate Crimes) - Defense against charges by the State and State Agencies such as the Department of Real Estate for Escrow Offices, Real Estate Brokers and Agents, Loan Officers, and Property Inspectors

Estate Planning Matters - Wills, Living Trusts, Powers of Attorney, Probate

Medical Malpractice - Birth Trauma, Catastrophic Brain Injury, Surgical Errors

Bankruptcy - From simple Chapter 7 filings to complicated Chapter 13 filings. Fransen & Molinaro, LLP provides personalized attention to its clients whether individuals or small businesses.

Personal Injury - Motor Vehicle Accidents and Product Liability

General Civil Litigation (Plaintiff and Defense) - State or Federal Court, Mediation, Arbitration

THE ATTORNEYS OF FRANSEN & MOLINARO, LLP

Nathan Fransen is a broker and attorney with extensive experience (owned a mortgage and real estate sale brokerage).
Paul J. Molinaro is an attorney/broker with considerable mortgage and real estate experience but has also been a practicing physician for twenty years.

Fransen & Molinaro is more than equipped to handle any legal matter involving the above areas. Fransen & Molinaro, LLP can handle the toughest cases involving national lenders or real estate brokers and maintain a one-on-one relationship with all its clients.

Contact a Southern California mortgage attorney, bankruptcy attorney, personal injury attorney, or medical malpractice attorney at Fransen & Molinaro LLP for a consultation about your legal needs.

CLIENT REVIEWS

"Professional, knowledgeable and their no-nonsense approach are what makes them stand out positively from the rest. They receive the highest marks in our book."

"Thanks to Mr. Paul Molinaro and his staff, I saved $170,000. Put your faith in them, they know what they are doing. Thank you Paul Molinaro for being so patient with my case."

"Great people to work with. Honest, speedy, and dependable went exactly as planned/described. I would use their services again if needed."

"They have assisted us with a number of things. They have helped us successfully file for a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy and have assisted us with a Short Sale, as well."

"My husband and I highly recommend Fransen and Molinaro and their associates. They have helped us get through some of the most difficult times in our lives."

"All of the associates have been extremely helpful and when necessary speak in "layman's" terms so that understanding complicated terminology is not as difficult and intimidating."

"We have already referred a close friend to their firm and will continue to refer others in the future."

" Fransen & Molinaro did my Chapter 13 bankruptcy . When I had no idea what to do, they helped me get through that time with dignity and hope for the future. I have recommended them to family and friends and will continue to do so."

" Gregg Eichler was the third attorney that I met with. He looked me directly in the eye and told me that I was not my FICO score, that it was just a number. He assured me that he and his staff would help me through this process. They treated me with absolute dignity and respect, something that I didn't have for myself any longer. I could not have asked for a better team. I will highly recommend them to anyone that is in this same situation."

"Having just completed a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy using Fransen & Molinaro , I give them a perfect 10. Everything happened exactly as they said it would. They communicated status changes/up-dates in a timely fashion."

"I live in Northern Ca., and each time that I have needed Mr. Fransen he has been here."

"Being in the service business myself I have found the firm to be upfront with me and do its best to manage my expectation even though in some cases I felt desperate to move quickly. The firm explained things to me in a way that helped me to relax and overcome my desperation and anxiety and I am glad because the outcome was as they explained and favorably."

Read More Client Reviews:
- TrustLink Reviews of Fransen & Molinaro
- Merchant Circle

GREGG A. EICHLER, ESQ. - Attorney Gregg A. Eichler passed away suddenly on November 12, 2011. Gregg was planning to leave us and retire to Hawaii in two years. He was not only respected as a highly skilled bankruptcy lawyer by the legal community, but loved by our clients and considered a friend by our staff. We will truly miss him.

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