United Law Group

United Law Group Helps Prominent Podiatrist Reduce Mortgage by $3,347 Monthly and Save $925 Monthly on the Loan Held By Her Disabled Parents

United Law Group — Tue, 26 Feb 2010 9:00:00 PST

United Law Group clients continue to benefit from the firm's ongoing litigation efforts. Dr. Vanessa Taylor of Norco received a permanent loan modification that reduced the rate from 9.5% to 4.98% for her disabled, aged parents who found themselves in a predatory loan. This will save the couple $288,600 over the 26-year life of the loan. Dr. Taylor's ARM which was over 8% is now set at 4.9% rate.

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United Law Group Sends Notice of Intent to Sue on Behalf of Disabled Man and His Wife - Couple to Save over $600 on Their Monthly Payment

United Law Group — Tue, 16 Feb 2010 9:00:00 PST

United Law Group stands by existing clients and pursues justice with litigation efforts. Recently ULG's legal efforts resulted in the bank extending a trial loan modification that cut $600 per month off the monthly mortgage payment for a couple that provides emergency foster care to children.

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Emergency Bankruptcy Filing Saves Home for Single Mother in Fontana, CA

United Law Group — Fri, 12 Feb 2010 9:00:00 PST

After numerous attempts at negotiation were ignored by her bank, one Fontana, CA, woman sought an emergency bankruptcy filing to protect her home. United Law Group's bankruptcy team helped Blanca Haro save her house for her children and herself.

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United Law Group to Appeal Ruling in Case Against Bank of America and Subsidiary Countrywide Home Loans

United Law Group — Mon, 8 Feb 2010 9:00:00 PST

United Law Group is appealing the dismissal of their suit alleging that Bank of America and its subsidiary Countrywide Home Loans deliberately and maliciously sought to harm United Law Group's reputation with its clients in order to mislead consumers. This appeal comes on the heels of allegations of fraud against Bank of America Corp., its former Chief Executive Kenneth Lewis and former Chief Financial Officer Joe Price.

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United Law Group Staffs Up to Take on Banks in Major Class Action Law Suits

United Law Group — Wed, 3 Dec 2010 9:00:00 PST

Taking on the big banks spurs growth at United Law Group. Actively seeking an additional 30-40 employees, the Irvine-based law firm heeds President Barack Obama's call to increase jobs while making a difference to homeowners in distress.

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United Law Group Offers Relief to People Struggling With Auto Loan Payments

United Law Group — Fri, 15 Dec 20109:00:00 PST

United Law Group announced a program to help distressed families who are struggling to make their auto loan payments. Auto Payment Relief is a service offered by the law firm to help people who have been victimized by illegal practices and those facing financial hardships.

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United Law Group Litigating on Behalf of Homeowners Victimized By Lenders and Servicers Who Arent Honoring President Obamas Home Affordable Modification Program - HAMP

United Law Group — Tue, 09 Dec 2009 9:00:00 PST

United Law Group today announced a plan to help distressed current and former homeowners by filing litigation and class action lawsuits against lenders and mortgage servicers. Anyone that has been harmed by these companies can contact the firm for a free consultation or to be entered into the class action suit for no charge.

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United Law Group to Litigate on Behalf of Over 40,000 Homeowners Against Major Servicers and Lenders for Alleged Improprieties

United Law Group — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 9:00:00 PST

United Law Group announces class action Lawsuits alleging misconduct by Bank of America, Countrywide, Washington Mutual, JP Morgan Chase, Wachovia, Ocwen and several others with over 40,000 defendants.

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United Law Group Granted Trial Against Bank of America and Subsidiary Countrywide Home Loans

United Law Group — Wed, 21 Oct 2009 9:00:00 PST

Lawsuit alleges that Bank of America and its subsidiary Countrywide Home Loans deliberately and maliciously sought to harm United Law Group's reputation with its clients in order to mislead consumers. A judge denied the bank's motion to dismiss the lawsuit in the Santa Ana Federal Court.

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United Law Group Applauds Governor Schwarzenegger's Veto of State Bar Fee Bill

United Law Group — Tue, 20 Oct 2009 9:00:00 PST

Governor Schwarzenegger's veto of SB 641 has full support from United Law Group. The firm employs over 130 attorneys, paralegals, and support staff and litigates on behalf of consumers in complex cases concerning abusive banking practices, breaches of contract and violations of state and federal laws.

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United Law Group Helps Joseph Pieciak to Fight for His Home

United Law Group — Thur, 15 Oct 2009 9:00:00 PST

Joseph Pieciak's story reads like that of so many others. When the housing bubble burst he lost 1/3 of his income. He kept his position in research and development for a fastener company but lost the overtime and bonus opportunities, which he'd been using to make his monthly mortgage payments. Fearing foreclosure on his home, this father of four contacted his lender directly. Months of the run-around convinced him that he needed an attorney.

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United Law Group Provides Over $1 Million in Pro Bono Litigation Services to Homeowners in Need

United Law Group — Tue, 29 Sept 2009 9:00:00 PST

United Law Group proved itself to be a leader in homeowner protection by handling litigation services for cases that furthered the cause for California homeowners at its own expense. Focused on compelling judges to establish precedents for California Civil Code Section 2923.5, the firm went to court on behalf of over 30 clients with expenses exceeding $1 million.

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United Law Group Recruits Veterans to Help Distressed Homeowners

United Law Group — Wed, 23 Sept 2009 9:00:00 PST

United Law Group today announced its participation in the Camp Pendleton Fall Career Fair to recruit spouses new to the area and transitioning service-members seeking employment. The semi annual Camp Pendleton Career Fair hosts over 100 employers. The event offers major companies within high-growth, high-demand industries the opportunity to connect with veteran military personnel who are actively seeking positions. United Law Group hopes this event will support its efforts to hire additional employees to help distressed homeowners from its Irvine, CA offices.

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United Law Group Joins More Than 30 Top Law Firms In Crisis Commission on Homeowner Representation

United Law Group — Thur, 17 Sept 2009 9:00:00 PST

United Law Group, the leading provider of legal foreclosure prevention and foreclosure litigation services today announced that it joined forces with over 30 top law firms becoming part of the Crisis Commission on Homeowner Representation. The commission's first objective is to seek the modification of language in SB 94 that would impede the rights of distressed homeowners by making it impossible for attorneys to provide counsel in these situations.

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Seasoned Litigators Vito Torchia, Jr. and Jerold Gardner Join United Law Group

United Law Group — Tue, 15 Sept 2009 9:00:00 PST

Vito Torchia, Jr. and Jerold Gardner add to the collective breadth of experience at United Law Group. Individually each attorney brings a unique understanding of the complexities and subtleties of real estate law that can tip the scales in favor of United Law Group's clients.

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United Law Group Helps Patricia and John Gallup Save Their Home by Reducing Their Monthly Payment from $1,528 to $468.47

United Law Group — Tue, 08 Sept 2009 9:00:00 PST

Patricia and John Gallup were losing hope. This disabled couple had been taken advantage of by unreliable contractors and ended up in a predatory loan as they attempted to make needed improvements to their almost 100 year old home in Redlands, CA. The couple called United Law Group to help. Seven months later, their payment has been reduced from $1,528 to $468.47, a monthly savings of almost $1,100.

"We feel blessed that United Law Group cared enough to represent us and that we now have a home to live in, and are moving forward in our lives. I just hope that other people understand that no matter how bad things seem, there are options and there is hope."

Read the full story at: http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/09/prweb2843414.htm

United Law Group Negotiates Payment Reduction of $1,542 Per Month for Jean Russell of Altadena, CA

United Law Group — Thur, 30 Jul 2009 9:00:00 PST

Foreclosure loomed ominously in front of Jean Russell. This retired nurse spent over 20 years in her home. She saved and planned. But circumstances conspired against her. Caring for her sick mother, rebuilding a home destroyed by a tree and dealing with the fallout from the banking and housing meltdown, Jean was afraid. But this Altadena, CA woman didn't sit back and take it. She came out of retirement, returned to her position at USC Medical Center and called United Law Group to help her save her home. Nine months later, she has a payment of $2,570 - down from $4,112 - which she can afford.

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United Law Group Negotiates Payment Reduction of $402 for David and Denise Miller of Uma Tilla, FL

United Law Group — Thur, 18 Jun 2009 9:00:00 PST

David and Denise Miller were 12 months behind on their mortgage when they retained United Law Group to prevent foreclosure on their Central Florida home. United Law Group worked with Countrywide to prevent foreclosure on their home and reduce their rate to 7.75%. With the $402 a month savings the Millers can get caught up on bills and stay in their home.

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United Law Group Negotiates 3.95% Interest Rate for Linda Smith of Red Bluff, CA

United Law Group — Tue, 16 Jun 2009 9:00:00 PST

Linda Smith retained United Law Group to prevent foreclosure on her Red Bluff, CA home. The firm worked with Ocwen to reduce her rate to 3.95%. - "Linda Smith is a prime example of why we do the work we do," said Sean Rutledge, Managing Director for United Law Group. "She's a hard working citizen who, through no fault of her own, needed help preventing foreclosure on her home. Our attorneys were able to negotiate a rate reduction from 11.75% to 3.95% on her second mortgage."

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United Law Group Reduces Payment from $1,146 to $714 for Randall Byrd of Fairfield, CA

United Law Group — Thur, 11 Jun 2009 9:00:00 PST

Randall Byrd retained United Law Group to prevent foreclosure on his Fairfield, CA home. ULG negotiated with CitiMortgage to reduce his rate to 3.5% for a savings of $431 per month. "The value of my home was falling and I didn't know where to turn," said Mr. Byrd. "United Law Group saved my home."

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United Law Group Donates $15,000 to Organization Rebuilding Bomb Shelters in Israel

United Law Group — Fri, 5 Jun 2009 9:00:00 PST

United Law Group made the first of several planned donations to Tikvat Am Yisrael. The Costa Mesa, CA based organization rebuilds private communal bomb shelters in Nahariya, a town located in the northern region of Israel. The United Law Group-sponsored shelter will house more than 60 men, women and children from this region in the event of an attack.

"We thank United Law Group and Tikvat Am Yisrael from the bottom of our hearts for all that you have done for our family and all the other families in our building. We now have the security of knowing that if another war breaks out, we will be safe from the missiles because we now have a clean and organized bomb shelter." - The Brosona Rodriguez Family

Read the full story at: http://www.prweb.com/releases/United_Law_Group/Tikvat_Am_Yisrael/prweb2502614.htm

United Law Group Sponsored Team in Newport Beach CA Relay for Life

United Law Group — Tue, 19 May 2009 10:00:00 PST

More than 50 people from United Law Group participated in the 2009 Relay for Life. They did it for their co-worker and cancer survivor Myrna Adriano and countless family and friends who have been touched by this disease.

"Myrna is a co-worker, a survivor and an important part of our United Law Group family," said Sean Rutledge, Managing Director for United Law Group. "Our office is involved in this event because we want to support her and all those who battle this disease."

Read the full story at: http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/05/prweb2433304.htm

John Wright Retracts Complaints and Substantiates United Law Group's Allegations that Banks Are Misleading Honest Citizens

United Law Group — Wed, 13 May 2009 9:00:00 PST

United Law Group, the leading provider of legal foreclosure prevention and foreclosure litigation services today announced that John Wright of San Jose, CA released a statement retracting his earlier complaints against the firm.

"I tried to modify my loan on my own through Countrywide." said John Wright. "I thought I could do this but they weren't cooperating very much. I felt swept under the rug. I needed help. I needed an attorney."

Mr. Wright retained United Law Group to represent him. ULG has since filed a complaint against Bank of America and its subsidiary Countrywide Home Loans for unfair business practices.

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Senate Bill 94 Threatens Citizens' Rights Even While It Claims to Protect Them

United Law Group — Tue, 12 May 2009 9:00:00 PST

United Law Group issued a statement today against SB 94 stating that the bill threatens the very rights it claims to protect. Authored by Senator Ron Calderon to prevent unethical loan modification companies from charging an upfront fee for services, the bill includes language that would prevent citizens from obtaining legal representation for foreclosure prevention and during foreclosure litigation proceedings.

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United Law Group Files Lawsuit Against JP Morgan Chase and Washington Mutual

United Law Group — Thurs, 7 May 2009 9:00:00 PST

United Law Group filed a complaint in the Superior Court of the State of California against JP Morgan Chase and Washington Mutual alleging they made statements and recommendations to United Law Group's clients that caused undue distress and confusion regarding the services being performed by United Law Group.

"JP Morgan Chase and Washington Mutual made a calculated move to mislead our clients in order to weaken confidence in our firm and the process," said Richard Stinstrom, Senior Litigator for United Law Group. "Damaging the reputation of another is not only unethical, it's illegal. We filed this suit to protect our clients from further harm from these predatory bank negotiating tactics."

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United Law Group Reduces Monthly Payment by $459 for Gary and Sandra Fuller of Globe, Arizona

United Law Group — Wed, 6 May 2009 9:00:00 PST

Gary and Sandra Fuller received a rate reduction of 3.25% on their mortgage. Owing $141,000 on a home that had lost value, this retired couple was unable to manage their mounting bills and mortgage payments and considered foreclosure. "The process was intimidating and a bit overwhelming," said Mr. Fuller. "United Law Group simplified things and helped us to prevent foreclosure by working with the bank to reduce our interest rate and our payment." Previously the couple paid $1,351 per month. Their new payment of $892 will enable them to pay their bills and begin paying down their debt.

Read the full story at: http://www.prweb.com/releases/foreclosureprevention/fuller/prweb2394844.htm

United Law Group Prevents Foreclosure on DeLuca Family; Negotiates 2.25% Rate Reduction Enabling New York Couple to Keep Their Home

United Law Group — Tue, 5 May 2009 9:00:00 PST

Terry DeLuca and his wife Donna retained United Law Group nine months ago to prevent foreclosure on their home in Greenwich, New York. Having lost their granddaughter just two years prior, the couple was struggling under a burden debt and emotional despair. ULG worked with their lender to reduce the rate and incorporate their property taxes into the payment so the couple could weather this storm.

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United Law Group Negotiates $207,186 Principal Loan Reduction for Los Angeles Woman

United Law Group — Tue, 28 Apr 2009 10:00:00 PST

Gail Talbert retained United Law Group for foreclosure prevention services in October 2008 when she was unable to make her $2,198 house payment. Seven months later, United Law Group successfully negotiated a principal reduction from $409,000 to $211,250. Talbert's negative amortization loan was at 9.00% and scheduled to increase. With ULG's help, she is now paying 5.875% on a 30-year fixed rate loan.

United Law Group protected my rights," said Ms. Talbert. "I had no equity and couldn't make my payments. United Law Group got the bank to reduce my principal and my payments dropped to $1,652 on a 30-year fixed loan. Now I can stay in my house and sleep at night."

Read the full story at: http://news.yahoo.com/s/prweb/20090428/bs_prweb/prweb2361554

United Law Group Files Lawsuit Against Bank of America and Subsidiary Countrywide Home Loans

United Law Group — Tue, 28 Apr 2009 9:00:00 PST

The lawsuit alleges that Bank of America and it's subsidiary Countrywide Home Loans deliberately and maliciously sought to harm United Law Group's reputation with its clients in order to stall and mislead consumers.

"Representatives from Bank of America are telling our clients that we have not contacted them and that they have not received our notices and legal demands," said Richard Stinstrom, Senior Litigator for United Law Group. "This deliberate attempt to mislead our clients is a calculated move designed to shake consumer confidence so that these consumers cancel with United Law Group."

Read the full story at: http://money.aol.com/news/articles/_a/united-law-group-files-lawsuit-against//rfid208132352

United Law Group Targets Predatory Lenders That Failed to Provide Contracts in the Borrowers' Native Languages

United Law Group — Tue, 21 Apr 2009 10:00:00 PST

CA Civil Code Section 1632 is an often over-looked law that requires banks and lenders to provide contracts in the borrower's native language. Having received a number of complaints from citizens facing foreclosure, United Law Group is pursuing cases where lenders violated the borrowers' rights.

Read the full story at: http://www.prweb.com/releases/foreclosure/cacivilcode1632/prweb2344574.htm

Richard J. Stinstrom Joins United Law Group as Senior Litigation Attorney; Puts Philanthropic Passion to Work

United Law Group — Fri, 17 Apr 2009 9:00:00 PST

United Law Group welcomes Richard J. Stinstrom to the role of senior litigation attorney. Focused on helping the firm's clients with foreclosure prevention and debt settlement, Stinstrom is an attorney with a passion for helping people. With over 15 years experience in the legal profession, this former Marine dedicates his down time to helping those in need.

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Citizens Demand Legal Protection from Predatory Lenders; United Law Group Responds

United Law Group — Wed, 15 Apr 2009 9:00:00 PST

United Law Group welcomes David Johnson, Thomas Neusom, and Mark Fisher to their team of expert litigators. Johnson brings expertise in civil litigation and malpractice. Neusom is a licensed real estate agent with experience in real estate and family law. Fisher has experience as a general counsel and business litigator. The addition of these attorneys solidifies the firm's commitment to meeting the growing demand for legal representation from homeowner's suffering from the housing and mortgage crisis.

Read the full story at: http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/04/prweb2326204.htm?infoid=104092636

United Law Group Supports Government Crackdown on Mortgage Scams and Provides Resources for Americans Who Have Been Victimized by Predatory Loan Modification Companies

United Law Group — Wed, 8 Apr 2009 9:00:00 PST

United Law Group issued a statement supporting the government's crackdown on mortgage scams. In addition to offering a full range of foreclosure prevention and foreclosure litigation services, the firm provides honest Americans with the resources to protect themselves from predatory loan modification companies.

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United Law Group is Working to Keep People in Their Homes

Brenda Craig, LawyersAndSettlements.com — Wed, 25 Mar 2009 9:00:00 PST

Attorney Sean Rutledge from the United Law Group spends more hours than you can imagine mowing through mounds of paper, writing letter after letter to banks trying to arrange loan modifications for clients teetering on the brink of foreclosure. "Unfortunately," says Rutledge, "the banks continue to phone and harass homeowners and use every possible excuse to delay a final decision on loan modifications." Judging from what Rutledge and his firm have experienced the last few months, the situation for homeowners is appalling.

Read the full story at: http://www.lawyersandsettlements.com/articles/12066/loan-modification-lawyer-interview.html

Michael J. Pitch, J.D. C.P.A. Joins United Law Group's New York City Office to Help Taxpayers Settle IRS Debt

United Law Group, Inc. — Tues, 24 Mar 2009 10:00:00 PST

United Law Group announced the addition of Michael J. Pitch as a partner in the New York office. Mr. Pitch has experience in tax law and will lead the firm's efforts to help taxpayers to navigate the challenging offer in compromise (OIC) and the partial-payment installment programs initiated by the Internal Revenue Service to help struggling taxpayers hit by the recession.

Read the full story at: http://news.yahoo.com/s/prweb/20090324/bs_prweb/prweb2260274_1

Seasoned Litigators Ruel Canada and Robert J. Buscho Join United Law Group

United Law Group, Inc. — Wed, 18 Mar 2009 9:00:00 PST

United Law Group welcomed 23-year veteran litigator Robert J. Buscho and veteran attorney Ruel Caneda. - Buscho and Caneda bring a wealth of experience that will expand the firm's expertise in real estate law.

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VIDEO CLIP: OC Metro Minute features United Law Group, Inc.

United Law Group, Inc. — Wed, 18 Mar 2009 8:30:00 PST

OC METRO MINUTE - President Barack Obama holds a town hall meeting in Costa Mesa today, 2009 Orange County Community indicators reports released this week, and United Law Group, the largest foreclosure prevention firm in the country, opens a new office in Irvine, CA.

Watch the video at: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QLhtKAU1Inc

United Law Group Announces Opening of New Office in Irvine, CA

United Law Group, Inc. — Mon, 16 Mar 2009 09:00:00 PST

United Law Group is hiring over 70 attorneys, paralegals, processors and customer service personnel to staff their new 33,000 square foot facility located in Irvine, CA. The focus of the over 200 United Law Group employees is providing affordable legal services to help distressed Americans navigate today's hard times. United Law Group is the leading provider of legal foreclosure prevention and debt resolution services.

Read the full story at: http://news.yahoo.com/s/prweb/20090316/bs_prweb/prweb2237674