team-member

Elena Rivkin Franz

San Mateo, CA

N/A

Law Degree

Awards

Primary Practice Area

Real Estate

Language

English

About

If you have a real estate issue, give me a call. I handle all things real estate, whether it's litigation, transactions, or planning on how to pass real estate to your loved ones through a trust or other estate planning mechanism. I handle real estate disputes ranging quiet title and partition actions, to easement and boundary disputes, to construction disputes relating to defects, non-disclosure, or financing concerns. Being a real estate litigator has prepared me to provide both practical and creative solutions for my clients who are primarily real estate owners, developers and investors. I understand the issues the children of my clients may face when they inherit real property, and can help provide for the disposition of assets and planning in both family businesses and real estate ownership.Unlike many other attorneys, my background is in real estate.  As a former real estate appraiser, property manager and project manager for condominium conversion work, I understand the issues that those in the real estate industry face to achieve their goals.  You are welcome to contact me at (855) 239-4554 or [email protected]  

Practices Areas

Estate Planning

Business

Litigation

Real Estate

Language

English

Contact

Rivkin Firm951 Mariners Island BoulevardSuite 300San Mateo, CA, 94404 Office (855) 239-4554 951 Mariners Island BoulevardSuite 300Suite 300San Mateo, CA, 94404 Office (855) 239-4554(855) 239-4554

Office: (650) 521-5015

Website: N/A

Reviews

Yan
January 11, 2018

The Rivkin Firm is my go-to legal counsel. Elena has the amazing ability to translate complicated legal concepts into actionable terms and effective strategies. Her dedication to her clients and deep knowledge makes me feel I'm always in good hands. If you're looking for the best, look no further.

anonymous
December 11, 2017

Elena advised me on how to set up and structure my business. She's very knowledgeable, direct, and helpful. Highly recommended!!

Michael
December 8, 2017

Elena Rivkin is talented, competent and diligent litigator. She helped us greatly in several employment related cases.

Vladimir
May 24, 2016

Elena vigorously pursued my case which resulted in a very favorable settlement. Being a real estate developer her extensive knowledge of real estate contract law and builders liability was invaluable. Highly recommend and would use again should the circumstances dictate.

Joshua Spindel
September 4, 2015

Elena was extremely knowledgable in our case working with the bankruptcy court and other lawyers. She did spend extra time with me to help me understand the process. I would seek her council and her firms again.

Sam T.
November 18, 2012

I used Elena Franz services in the field of real estate. Elena is friendly and very professional. She is very well versed in the field of real estate and after listening to my situation, quickly and clearly highlighted my legal options on the matter. Elena was also diligent in explaining possible impacts on some of my decisions and made sure to highlight them to me. Another strength for Elena is her availability to answer questions either by phone or email on a timely manner. I would definitely recommend Elena to anyone for legal counsel.

Vladimir
October 29, 2012

I had a construction loan with countrywide and after they failed it was taken over by another lender, whose name I will not mention other than they have initials B and A in their title. This lender cut off my funding and shortly thereafter considered my loan in default since I was not moving forward with construction, irrespective that stop in construction was caused entirely by this lender cutting off the construction funding. Mrs. Franz file a lawsuit and after almost a year and a half of discovery and many, many months of posturing by the lender the lawsuit was settled in mediation. Although I cannot disclose the particulars of the settlement, I was able to complete construction and the matter was resolved. If it wasn’t for the due diligence and remarkable ability of Mrs. Franz in educating the opponents attorneys of the problems with their case and the facts, I would still be in litigation and likely would have lost the property. I highly recommend Elena Franz.

Loren
March 28, 2012

Called the office and stated my issue. The receptionist then passed me on to a lawyer who talked me through what they can do and the process. They were up front and told me that they probably would not be able to help me at this time, and took the time to explain why. I felt that they were honest and were not trying to upsell me to really get me to buy into their service. Rather, I felt like this was a group I could trust and would definitely reach to because they answered the questions I had during my call. I would certainly recommend contacting them, and I would use them in the future if I am able to utilize their services.

anonymous
September 28, 2008

Elena is very good at what she does. She goes the extra mile for her clients, if she doesn't know the answer she will get it for you. She is very pleasant to work with and she puts her whole heart into what she does.

Yan
January 11, 2018

The Rivkin Firm is my go-to legal counsel. Elena has the amazing ability to translate complicated legal concepts into actionable terms and effective strategies. Her dedication to her clients and deep knowledge makes me feel I'm always in good hands. If you're looking for the best, look no further.

anonymous
December 11, 2017

Elena advised me on how to set up and structure my business. She's very knowledgeable, direct, and helpful. Highly recommended!!

Michael
December 8, 2017

Elena Rivkin is talented, competent and diligent litigator. She helped us greatly in several employment related cases.

Vladimir
May 24, 2016

Elena vigorously pursued my case which resulted in a very favorable settlement. Being a real estate developer her extensive knowledge of real estate contract law and builders liability was invaluable. Highly recommend and would use again should the circumstances dictate.

Joshua Spindel
September 4, 2015

Elena was extremely knowledgable in our case working with the bankruptcy court and other lawyers. She did spend extra time with me to help me understand the process. I would seek her council and her firms again.

Sam T.
November 18, 2012

I used Elena Franz services in the field of real estate. Elena is friendly and very professional. She is very well versed in the field of real estate and after listening to my situation, quickly and clearly highlighted my legal options on the matter. Elena was also diligent in explaining possible impacts on some of my decisions and made sure to highlight them to me. Another strength for Elena is her availability to answer questions either by phone or email on a timely manner. I would definitely recommend Elena to anyone for legal counsel.

Vladimir
October 29, 2012

I had a construction loan with countrywide and after they failed it was taken over by another lender, whose name I will not mention other than they have initials B and A in their title. This lender cut off my funding and shortly thereafter considered my loan in default since I was not moving forward with construction, irrespective that stop in construction was caused entirely by this lender cutting off the construction funding. Mrs. Franz file a lawsuit and after almost a year and a half of discovery and many, many months of posturing by the lender the lawsuit was settled in mediation. Although I cannot disclose the particulars of the settlement, I was able to complete construction and the matter was resolved. If it wasn’t for the due diligence and remarkable ability of Mrs. Franz in educating the opponents attorneys of the problems with their case and the facts, I would still be in litigation and likely would have lost the property. I highly recommend Elena Franz.

Loren
March 28, 2012

Called the office and stated my issue. The receptionist then passed me on to a lawyer who talked me through what they can do and the process. They were up front and told me that they probably would not be able to help me at this time, and took the time to explain why. I felt that they were honest and were not trying to upsell me to really get me to buy into their service. Rather, I felt like this was a group I could trust and would definitely reach to because they answered the questions I had during my call. I would certainly recommend contacting them, and I would use them in the future if I am able to utilize their services.

anonymous
September 28, 2008

Elena is very good at what she does. She goes the extra mile for her clients, if she doesn't know the answer she will get it for you. She is very pleasant to work with and she puts her whole heart into what she does.

Yan
January 11, 2018

The Rivkin Firm is my go-to legal counsel. Elena has the amazing ability to translate complicated legal concepts into actionable terms and effective strategies. Her dedication to her clients and deep knowledge makes me feel I'm always in good hands. If you're looking for the best, look no further.

anonymous
December 11, 2017

Elena advised me on how to set up and structure my business. She's very knowledgeable, direct, and helpful. Highly recommended!!

Michael
December 8, 2017

Elena Rivkin is talented, competent and diligent litigator. She helped us greatly in several employment related cases.

Vladimir
May 24, 2016

Elena vigorously pursued my case which resulted in a very favorable settlement. Being a real estate developer her extensive knowledge of real estate contract law and builders liability was invaluable. Highly recommend and would use again should the circumstances dictate.

Joshua Spindel
September 4, 2015

Elena was extremely knowledgable in our case working with the bankruptcy court and other lawyers. She did spend extra time with me to help me understand the process. I would seek her council and her firms again.

Sam T.
November 18, 2012

I used Elena Franz services in the field of real estate. Elena is friendly and very professional. She is very well versed in the field of real estate and after listening to my situation, quickly and clearly highlighted my legal options on the matter. Elena was also diligent in explaining possible impacts on some of my decisions and made sure to highlight them to me. Another strength for Elena is her availability to answer questions either by phone or email on a timely manner. I would definitely recommend Elena to anyone for legal counsel.

Vladimir
October 29, 2012

I had a construction loan with countrywide and after they failed it was taken over by another lender, whose name I will not mention other than they have initials B and A in their title. This lender cut off my funding and shortly thereafter considered my loan in default since I was not moving forward with construction, irrespective that stop in construction was caused entirely by this lender cutting off the construction funding. Mrs. Franz file a lawsuit and after almost a year and a half of discovery and many, many months of posturing by the lender the lawsuit was settled in mediation. Although I cannot disclose the particulars of the settlement, I was able to complete construction and the matter was resolved. If it wasn’t for the due diligence and remarkable ability of Mrs. Franz in educating the opponents attorneys of the problems with their case and the facts, I would still be in litigation and likely would have lost the property. I highly recommend Elena Franz.

Loren
March 28, 2012

Called the office and stated my issue. The receptionist then passed me on to a lawyer who talked me through what they can do and the process. They were up front and told me that they probably would not be able to help me at this time, and took the time to explain why. I felt that they were honest and were not trying to upsell me to really get me to buy into their service. Rather, I felt like this was a group I could trust and would definitely reach to because they answered the questions I had during my call. I would certainly recommend contacting them, and I would use them in the future if I am able to utilize their services.

anonymous
September 28, 2008

Elena is very good at what she does. She goes the extra mile for her clients, if she doesn't know the answer she will get it for you. She is very pleasant to work with and she puts her whole heart into what she does.

Yan
January 11, 2018

The Rivkin Firm is my go-to legal counsel. Elena has the amazing ability to translate complicated legal concepts into actionable terms and effective strategies. Her dedication to her clients and deep knowledge makes me feel I'm always in good hands. If you're looking for the best, look no further.

anonymous
December 11, 2017

Elena advised me on how to set up and structure my business. She's very knowledgeable, direct, and helpful. Highly recommended!!

Michael
December 8, 2017

Elena Rivkin is talented, competent and diligent litigator. She helped us greatly in several employment related cases.

Vladimir
May 24, 2016

Elena vigorously pursued my case which resulted in a very favorable settlement. Being a real estate developer her extensive knowledge of real estate contract law and builders liability was invaluable. Highly recommend and would use again should the circumstances dictate.

Joshua Spindel
September 4, 2015

Elena was extremely knowledgable in our case working with the bankruptcy court and other lawyers. She did spend extra time with me to help me understand the process. I would seek her council and her firms again.

Sam T.
November 18, 2012

I used Elena Franz services in the field of real estate. Elena is friendly and very professional. She is very well versed in the field of real estate and after listening to my situation, quickly and clearly highlighted my legal options on the matter. Elena was also diligent in explaining possible impacts on some of my decisions and made sure to highlight them to me. Another strength for Elena is her availability to answer questions either by phone or email on a timely manner. I would definitely recommend Elena to anyone for legal counsel.

Vladimir
October 29, 2012

I had a construction loan with countrywide and after they failed it was taken over by another lender, whose name I will not mention other than they have initials B and A in their title. This lender cut off my funding and shortly thereafter considered my loan in default since I was not moving forward with construction, irrespective that stop in construction was caused entirely by this lender cutting off the construction funding. Mrs. Franz file a lawsuit and after almost a year and a half of discovery and many, many months of posturing by the lender the lawsuit was settled in mediation. Although I cannot disclose the particulars of the settlement, I was able to complete construction and the matter was resolved. If it wasn’t for the due diligence and remarkable ability of Mrs. Franz in educating the opponents attorneys of the problems with their case and the facts, I would still be in litigation and likely would have lost the property. I highly recommend Elena Franz.

Loren
March 28, 2012

Called the office and stated my issue. The receptionist then passed me on to a lawyer who talked me through what they can do and the process. They were up front and told me that they probably would not be able to help me at this time, and took the time to explain why. I felt that they were honest and were not trying to upsell me to really get me to buy into their service. Rather, I felt like this was a group I could trust and would definitely reach to because they answered the questions I had during my call. I would certainly recommend contacting them, and I would use them in the future if I am able to utilize their services.

anonymous
September 28, 2008

Elena is very good at what she does. She goes the extra mile for her clients, if she doesn't know the answer she will get it for you. She is very pleasant to work with and she puts her whole heart into what she does.

Yan
January 11, 2018

The Rivkin Firm is my go-to legal counsel. Elena has the amazing ability to translate complicated legal concepts into actionable terms and effective strategies. Her dedication to her clients and deep knowledge makes me feel I'm always in good hands. If you're looking for the best, look no further.

anonymous
December 11, 2017

Elena advised me on how to set up and structure my business. She's very knowledgeable, direct, and helpful. Highly recommended!!

Michael
December 8, 2017

Elena Rivkin is talented, competent and diligent litigator. She helped us greatly in several employment related cases.

Vladimir
May 24, 2016

Elena vigorously pursued my case which resulted in a very favorable settlement. Being a real estate developer her extensive knowledge of real estate contract law and builders liability was invaluable. Highly recommend and would use again should the circumstances dictate.

Joshua Spindel
September 4, 2015

Elena was extremely knowledgable in our case working with the bankruptcy court and other lawyers. She did spend extra time with me to help me understand the process. I would seek her council and her firms again.

Sam T.
November 18, 2012

I used Elena Franz services in the field of real estate. Elena is friendly and very professional. She is very well versed in the field of real estate and after listening to my situation, quickly and clearly highlighted my legal options on the matter. Elena was also diligent in explaining possible impacts on some of my decisions and made sure to highlight them to me. Another strength for Elena is her availability to answer questions either by phone or email on a timely manner. I would definitely recommend Elena to anyone for legal counsel.

Vladimir
October 29, 2012

I had a construction loan with countrywide and after they failed it was taken over by another lender, whose name I will not mention other than they have initials B and A in their title. This lender cut off my funding and shortly thereafter considered my loan in default since I was not moving forward with construction, irrespective that stop in construction was caused entirely by this lender cutting off the construction funding. Mrs. Franz file a lawsuit and after almost a year and a half of discovery and many, many months of posturing by the lender the lawsuit was settled in mediation. Although I cannot disclose the particulars of the settlement, I was able to complete construction and the matter was resolved. If it wasn’t for the due diligence and remarkable ability of Mrs. Franz in educating the opponents attorneys of the problems with their case and the facts, I would still be in litigation and likely would have lost the property. I highly recommend Elena Franz.

Loren
March 28, 2012

Called the office and stated my issue. The receptionist then passed me on to a lawyer who talked me through what they can do and the process. They were up front and told me that they probably would not be able to help me at this time, and took the time to explain why. I felt that they were honest and were not trying to upsell me to really get me to buy into their service. Rather, I felt like this was a group I could trust and would definitely reach to because they answered the questions I had during my call. I would certainly recommend contacting them, and I would use them in the future if I am able to utilize their services.

anonymous
September 28, 2008

Elena is very good at what she does. She goes the extra mile for her clients, if she doesn't know the answer she will get it for you. She is very pleasant to work with and she puts her whole heart into what she does.

Yan
January 11, 2018

The Rivkin Firm is my go-to legal counsel. Elena has the amazing ability to translate complicated legal concepts into actionable terms and effective strategies. Her dedication to her clients and deep knowledge makes me feel I'm always in good hands. If you're looking for the best, look no further.

anonymous
December 11, 2017

Elena advised me on how to set up and structure my business. She's very knowledgeable, direct, and helpful. Highly recommended!!

Michael
December 8, 2017

Elena Rivkin is talented, competent and diligent litigator. She helped us greatly in several employment related cases.

Vladimir
May 24, 2016

Elena vigorously pursued my case which resulted in a very favorable settlement. Being a real estate developer her extensive knowledge of real estate contract law and builders liability was invaluable. Highly recommend and would use again should the circumstances dictate.

Joshua Spindel
September 4, 2015

Elena was extremely knowledgable in our case working with the bankruptcy court and other lawyers. She did spend extra time with me to help me understand the process. I would seek her council and her firms again.

Sam T.
November 18, 2012

I used Elena Franz services in the field of real estate. Elena is friendly and very professional. She is very well versed in the field of real estate and after listening to my situation, quickly and clearly highlighted my legal options on the matter. Elena was also diligent in explaining possible impacts on some of my decisions and made sure to highlight them to me. Another strength for Elena is her availability to answer questions either by phone or email on a timely manner. I would definitely recommend Elena to anyone for legal counsel.

Vladimir
October 29, 2012

I had a construction loan with countrywide and after they failed it was taken over by another lender, whose name I will not mention other than they have initials B and A in their title. This lender cut off my funding and shortly thereafter considered my loan in default since I was not moving forward with construction, irrespective that stop in construction was caused entirely by this lender cutting off the construction funding. Mrs. Franz file a lawsuit and after almost a year and a half of discovery and many, many months of posturing by the lender the lawsuit was settled in mediation. Although I cannot disclose the particulars of the settlement, I was able to complete construction and the matter was resolved. If it wasn’t for the due diligence and remarkable ability of Mrs. Franz in educating the opponents attorneys of the problems with their case and the facts, I would still be in litigation and likely would have lost the property. I highly recommend Elena Franz.

Loren
March 28, 2012

Called the office and stated my issue. The receptionist then passed me on to a lawyer who talked me through what they can do and the process. They were up front and told me that they probably would not be able to help me at this time, and took the time to explain why. I felt that they were honest and were not trying to upsell me to really get me to buy into their service. Rather, I felt like this was a group I could trust and would definitely reach to because they answered the questions I had during my call. I would certainly recommend contacting them, and I would use them in the future if I am able to utilize their services.

anonymous
September 28, 2008

Elena is very good at what she does. She goes the extra mile for her clients, if she doesn't know the answer she will get it for you. She is very pleasant to work with and she puts her whole heart into what she does.

Yan
January 11, 2018

The Rivkin Firm is my go-to legal counsel. Elena has the amazing ability to translate complicated legal concepts into actionable terms and effective strategies. Her dedication to her clients and deep knowledge makes me feel I'm always in good hands. If you're looking for the best, look no further.

anonymous
December 11, 2017

Elena advised me on how to set up and structure my business. She's very knowledgeable, direct, and helpful. Highly recommended!!

Michael
December 8, 2017

Elena Rivkin is talented, competent and diligent litigator. She helped us greatly in several employment related cases.

Vladimir
May 24, 2016

Elena vigorously pursued my case which resulted in a very favorable settlement. Being a real estate developer her extensive knowledge of real estate contract law and builders liability was invaluable. Highly recommend and would use again should the circumstances dictate.

Joshua Spindel
September 4, 2015

Elena was extremely knowledgable in our case working with the bankruptcy court and other lawyers. She did spend extra time with me to help me understand the process. I would seek her council and her firms again.

Sam T.
November 18, 2012

I used Elena Franz services in the field of real estate. Elena is friendly and very professional. She is very well versed in the field of real estate and after listening to my situation, quickly and clearly highlighted my legal options on the matter. Elena was also diligent in explaining possible impacts on some of my decisions and made sure to highlight them to me. Another strength for Elena is her availability to answer questions either by phone or email on a timely manner. I would definitely recommend Elena to anyone for legal counsel.

Vladimir
October 29, 2012

I had a construction loan with countrywide and after they failed it was taken over by another lender, whose name I will not mention other than they have initials B and A in their title. This lender cut off my funding and shortly thereafter considered my loan in default since I was not moving forward with construction, irrespective that stop in construction was caused entirely by this lender cutting off the construction funding. Mrs. Franz file a lawsuit and after almost a year and a half of discovery and many, many months of posturing by the lender the lawsuit was settled in mediation. Although I cannot disclose the particulars of the settlement, I was able to complete construction and the matter was resolved. If it wasn’t for the due diligence and remarkable ability of Mrs. Franz in educating the opponents attorneys of the problems with their case and the facts, I would still be in litigation and likely would have lost the property. I highly recommend Elena Franz.

Loren
March 28, 2012

Called the office and stated my issue. The receptionist then passed me on to a lawyer who talked me through what they can do and the process. They were up front and told me that they probably would not be able to help me at this time, and took the time to explain why. I felt that they were honest and were not trying to upsell me to really get me to buy into their service. Rather, I felt like this was a group I could trust and would definitely reach to because they answered the questions I had during my call. I would certainly recommend contacting them, and I would use them in the future if I am able to utilize their services.

anonymous
September 28, 2008

Elena is very good at what she does. She goes the extra mile for her clients, if she doesn't know the answer she will get it for you. She is very pleasant to work with and she puts her whole heart into what she does.

Yan
January 11, 2018

The Rivkin Firm is my go-to legal counsel. Elena has the amazing ability to translate complicated legal concepts into actionable terms and effective strategies. Her dedication to her clients and deep knowledge makes me feel I'm always in good hands. If you're looking for the best, look no further.

anonymous
December 11, 2017

Elena advised me on how to set up and structure my business. She's very knowledgeable, direct, and helpful. Highly recommended!!

Michael
December 8, 2017

Elena Rivkin is talented, competent and diligent litigator. She helped us greatly in several employment related cases.

Vladimir
May 24, 2016

Elena vigorously pursued my case which resulted in a very favorable settlement. Being a real estate developer her extensive knowledge of real estate contract law and builders liability was invaluable. Highly recommend and would use again should the circumstances dictate.

Joshua Spindel
September 4, 2015

Elena was extremely knowledgable in our case working with the bankruptcy court and other lawyers. She did spend extra time with me to help me understand the process. I would seek her council and her firms again.

Sam T.
November 18, 2012

I used Elena Franz services in the field of real estate. Elena is friendly and very professional. She is very well versed in the field of real estate and after listening to my situation, quickly and clearly highlighted my legal options on the matter. Elena was also diligent in explaining possible impacts on some of my decisions and made sure to highlight them to me. Another strength for Elena is her availability to answer questions either by phone or email on a timely manner. I would definitely recommend Elena to anyone for legal counsel.

Vladimir
October 29, 2012

I had a construction loan with countrywide and after they failed it was taken over by another lender, whose name I will not mention other than they have initials B and A in their title. This lender cut off my funding and shortly thereafter considered my loan in default since I was not moving forward with construction, irrespective that stop in construction was caused entirely by this lender cutting off the construction funding. Mrs. Franz file a lawsuit and after almost a year and a half of discovery and many, many months of posturing by the lender the lawsuit was settled in mediation. Although I cannot disclose the particulars of the settlement, I was able to complete construction and the matter was resolved. If it wasn’t for the due diligence and remarkable ability of Mrs. Franz in educating the opponents attorneys of the problems with their case and the facts, I would still be in litigation and likely would have lost the property. I highly recommend Elena Franz.

Loren
March 28, 2012

Called the office and stated my issue. The receptionist then passed me on to a lawyer who talked me through what they can do and the process. They were up front and told me that they probably would not be able to help me at this time, and took the time to explain why. I felt that they were honest and were not trying to upsell me to really get me to buy into their service. Rather, I felt like this was a group I could trust and would definitely reach to because they answered the questions I had during my call. I would certainly recommend contacting them, and I would use them in the future if I am able to utilize their services.

anonymous
September 28, 2008

Elena is very good at what she does. She goes the extra mile for her clients, if she doesn't know the answer she will get it for you. She is very pleasant to work with and she puts her whole heart into what she does.

Yan
January 11, 2018

The Rivkin Firm is my go-to legal counsel. Elena has the amazing ability to translate complicated legal concepts into actionable terms and effective strategies. Her dedication to her clients and deep knowledge makes me feel I'm always in good hands. If you're looking for the best, look no further.

anonymous
December 11, 2017

Elena advised me on how to set up and structure my business. She's very knowledgeable, direct, and helpful. Highly recommended!!

Michael
December 8, 2017

Elena Rivkin is talented, competent and diligent litigator. She helped us greatly in several employment related cases.

Vladimir
May 24, 2016

Elena vigorously pursued my case which resulted in a very favorable settlement. Being a real estate developer her extensive knowledge of real estate contract law and builders liability was invaluable. Highly recommend and would use again should the circumstances dictate.

Joshua Spindel
September 4, 2015

Elena was extremely knowledgable in our case working with the bankruptcy court and other lawyers. She did spend extra time with me to help me understand the process. I would seek her council and her firms again.

Sam T.
November 18, 2012

I used Elena Franz services in the field of real estate. Elena is friendly and very professional. She is very well versed in the field of real estate and after listening to my situation, quickly and clearly highlighted my legal options on the matter. Elena was also diligent in explaining possible impacts on some of my decisions and made sure to highlight them to me. Another strength for Elena is her availability to answer questions either by phone or email on a timely manner. I would definitely recommend Elena to anyone for legal counsel.

Vladimir
October 29, 2012

I had a construction loan with countrywide and after they failed it was taken over by another lender, whose name I will not mention other than they have initials B and A in their title. This lender cut off my funding and shortly thereafter considered my loan in default since I was not moving forward with construction, irrespective that stop in construction was caused entirely by this lender cutting off the construction funding. Mrs. Franz file a lawsuit and after almost a year and a half of discovery and many, many months of posturing by the lender the lawsuit was settled in mediation. Although I cannot disclose the particulars of the settlement, I was able to complete construction and the matter was resolved. If it wasn’t for the due diligence and remarkable ability of Mrs. Franz in educating the opponents attorneys of the problems with their case and the facts, I would still be in litigation and likely would have lost the property. I highly recommend Elena Franz.

Loren
March 28, 2012

Called the office and stated my issue. The receptionist then passed me on to a lawyer who talked me through what they can do and the process. They were up front and told me that they probably would not be able to help me at this time, and took the time to explain why. I felt that they were honest and were not trying to upsell me to really get me to buy into their service. Rather, I felt like this was a group I could trust and would definitely reach to because they answered the questions I had during my call. I would certainly recommend contacting them, and I would use them in the future if I am able to utilize their services.

anonymous
September 28, 2008

Elena is very good at what she does. She goes the extra mile for her clients, if she doesn't know the answer she will get it for you. She is very pleasant to work with and she puts her whole heart into what she does.

Yan
January 11, 2018

The Rivkin Firm is my go-to legal counsel. Elena has the amazing ability to translate complicated legal concepts into actionable terms and effective strategies. Her dedication to her clients and deep knowledge makes me feel I'm always in good hands. If you're looking for the best, look no further.

anonymous
December 11, 2017

Elena advised me on how to set up and structure my business. She's very knowledgeable, direct, and helpful. Highly recommended!!

Michael
December 8, 2017

Elena Rivkin is talented, competent and diligent litigator. She helped us greatly in several employment related cases.

Vladimir
May 24, 2016

Elena vigorously pursued my case which resulted in a very favorable settlement. Being a real estate developer her extensive knowledge of real estate contract law and builders liability was invaluable. Highly recommend and would use again should the circumstances dictate.

Joshua Spindel
September 4, 2015

Elena was extremely knowledgable in our case working with the bankruptcy court and other lawyers. She did spend extra time with me to help me understand the process. I would seek her council and her firms again.

Sam T.
November 18, 2012

I used Elena Franz services in the field of real estate. Elena is friendly and very professional. She is very well versed in the field of real estate and after listening to my situation, quickly and clearly highlighted my legal options on the matter. Elena was also diligent in explaining possible impacts on some of my decisions and made sure to highlight them to me. Another strength for Elena is her availability to answer questions either by phone or email on a timely manner. I would definitely recommend Elena to anyone for legal counsel.

Vladimir
October 29, 2012

I had a construction loan with countrywide and after they failed it was taken over by another lender, whose name I will not mention other than they have initials B and A in their title. This lender cut off my funding and shortly thereafter considered my loan in default since I was not moving forward with construction, irrespective that stop in construction was caused entirely by this lender cutting off the construction funding. Mrs. Franz file a lawsuit and after almost a year and a half of discovery and many, many months of posturing by the lender the lawsuit was settled in mediation. Although I cannot disclose the particulars of the settlement, I was able to complete construction and the matter was resolved. If it wasn’t for the due diligence and remarkable ability of Mrs. Franz in educating the opponents attorneys of the problems with their case and the facts, I would still be in litigation and likely would have lost the property. I highly recommend Elena Franz.

Loren
March 28, 2012

Called the office and stated my issue. The receptionist then passed me on to a lawyer who talked me through what they can do and the process. They were up front and told me that they probably would not be able to help me at this time, and took the time to explain why. I felt that they were honest and were not trying to upsell me to really get me to buy into their service. Rather, I felt like this was a group I could trust and would definitely reach to because they answered the questions I had during my call. I would certainly recommend contacting them, and I would use them in the future if I am able to utilize their services.

anonymous
September 28, 2008

Elena is very good at what she does. She goes the extra mile for her clients, if she doesn't know the answer she will get it for you. She is very pleasant to work with and she puts her whole heart into what she does.

Yan
January 11, 2018

The Rivkin Firm is my go-to legal counsel. Elena has the amazing ability to translate complicated legal concepts into actionable terms and effective strategies. Her dedication to her clients and deep knowledge makes me feel I'm always in good hands. If you're looking for the best, look no further.

anonymous
December 11, 2017

Elena advised me on how to set up and structure my business. She's very knowledgeable, direct, and helpful. Highly recommended!!

Michael
December 8, 2017

Elena Rivkin is talented, competent and diligent litigator. She helped us greatly in several employment related cases.

Vladimir
May 24, 2016

Elena vigorously pursued my case which resulted in a very favorable settlement. Being a real estate developer her extensive knowledge of real estate contract law and builders liability was invaluable. Highly recommend and would use again should the circumstances dictate.

Joshua Spindel
September 4, 2015

Elena was extremely knowledgable in our case working with the bankruptcy court and other lawyers. She did spend extra time with me to help me understand the process. I would seek her council and her firms again.

Sam T.
November 18, 2012

I used Elena Franz services in the field of real estate. Elena is friendly and very professional. She is very well versed in the field of real estate and after listening to my situation, quickly and clearly highlighted my legal options on the matter. Elena was also diligent in explaining possible impacts on some of my decisions and made sure to highlight them to me. Another strength for Elena is her availability to answer questions either by phone or email on a timely manner. I would definitely recommend Elena to anyone for legal counsel.

Vladimir
October 29, 2012

I had a construction loan with countrywide and after they failed it was taken over by another lender, whose name I will not mention other than they have initials B and A in their title. This lender cut off my funding and shortly thereafter considered my loan in default since I was not moving forward with construction, irrespective that stop in construction was caused entirely by this lender cutting off the construction funding. Mrs. Franz file a lawsuit and after almost a year and a half of discovery and many, many months of posturing by the lender the lawsuit was settled in mediation. Although I cannot disclose the particulars of the settlement, I was able to complete construction and the matter was resolved. If it wasn’t for the due diligence and remarkable ability of Mrs. Franz in educating the opponents attorneys of the problems with their case and the facts, I would still be in litigation and likely would have lost the property. I highly recommend Elena Franz.

Loren
March 28, 2012

Called the office and stated my issue. The receptionist then passed me on to a lawyer who talked me through what they can do and the process. They were up front and told me that they probably would not be able to help me at this time, and took the time to explain why. I felt that they were honest and were not trying to upsell me to really get me to buy into their service. Rather, I felt like this was a group I could trust and would definitely reach to because they answered the questions I had during my call. I would certainly recommend contacting them, and I would use them in the future if I am able to utilize their services.

anonymous
September 28, 2008

Elena is very good at what she does. She goes the extra mile for her clients, if she doesn't know the answer she will get it for you. She is very pleasant to work with and she puts her whole heart into what she does.

Yan
January 11, 2018

The Rivkin Firm is my go-to legal counsel. Elena has the amazing ability to translate complicated legal concepts into actionable terms and effective strategies. Her dedication to her clients and deep knowledge makes me feel I'm always in good hands. If you're looking for the best, look no further.

anonymous
December 11, 2017

Elena advised me on how to set up and structure my business. She's very knowledgeable, direct, and helpful. Highly recommended!!

Michael
December 8, 2017

Elena Rivkin is talented, competent and diligent litigator. She helped us greatly in several employment related cases.

Vladimir
May 24, 2016

Elena vigorously pursued my case which resulted in a very favorable settlement. Being a real estate developer her extensive knowledge of real estate contract law and builders liability was invaluable. Highly recommend and would use again should the circumstances dictate.

Joshua Spindel
September 4, 2015

Elena was extremely knowledgable in our case working with the bankruptcy court and other lawyers. She did spend extra time with me to help me understand the process. I would seek her council and her firms again.

Sam T.
November 18, 2012

I used Elena Franz services in the field of real estate. Elena is friendly and very professional. She is very well versed in the field of real estate and after listening to my situation, quickly and clearly highlighted my legal options on the matter. Elena was also diligent in explaining possible impacts on some of my decisions and made sure to highlight them to me. Another strength for Elena is her availability to answer questions either by phone or email on a timely manner. I would definitely recommend Elena to anyone for legal counsel.

Vladimir
October 29, 2012

I had a construction loan with countrywide and after they failed it was taken over by another lender, whose name I will not mention other than they have initials B and A in their title. This lender cut off my funding and shortly thereafter considered my loan in default since I was not moving forward with construction, irrespective that stop in construction was caused entirely by this lender cutting off the construction funding. Mrs. Franz file a lawsuit and after almost a year and a half of discovery and many, many months of posturing by the lender the lawsuit was settled in mediation. Although I cannot disclose the particulars of the settlement, I was able to complete construction and the matter was resolved. If it wasn’t for the due diligence and remarkable ability of Mrs. Franz in educating the opponents attorneys of the problems with their case and the facts, I would still be in litigation and likely would have lost the property. I highly recommend Elena Franz.

Loren
March 28, 2012

Called the office and stated my issue. The receptionist then passed me on to a lawyer who talked me through what they can do and the process. They were up front and told me that they probably would not be able to help me at this time, and took the time to explain why. I felt that they were honest and were not trying to upsell me to really get me to buy into their service. Rather, I felt like this was a group I could trust and would definitely reach to because they answered the questions I had during my call. I would certainly recommend contacting them, and I would use them in the future if I am able to utilize their services.

anonymous
September 28, 2008

Elena is very good at what she does. She goes the extra mile for her clients, if she doesn't know the answer she will get it for you. She is very pleasant to work with and she puts her whole heart into what she does.

Yan
January 11, 2018

The Rivkin Firm is my go-to legal counsel. Elena has the amazing ability to translate complicated legal concepts into actionable terms and effective strategies. Her dedication to her clients and deep knowledge makes me feel I'm always in good hands. If you're looking for the best, look no further.

anonymous
December 11, 2017

Elena advised me on how to set up and structure my business. She's very knowledgeable, direct, and helpful. Highly recommended!!

Michael
December 8, 2017

Elena Rivkin is talented, competent and diligent litigator. She helped us greatly in several employment related cases.

Vladimir
May 24, 2016

Elena vigorously pursued my case which resulted in a very favorable settlement. Being a real estate developer her extensive knowledge of real estate contract law and builders liability was invaluable. Highly recommend and would use again should the circumstances dictate.

Joshua Spindel
September 4, 2015

Elena was extremely knowledgable in our case working with the bankruptcy court and other lawyers. She did spend extra time with me to help me understand the process. I would seek her council and her firms again.

Sam T.
November 18, 2012

I used Elena Franz services in the field of real estate. Elena is friendly and very professional. She is very well versed in the field of real estate and after listening to my situation, quickly and clearly highlighted my legal options on the matter. Elena was also diligent in explaining possible impacts on some of my decisions and made sure to highlight them to me. Another strength for Elena is her availability to answer questions either by phone or email on a timely manner. I would definitely recommend Elena to anyone for legal counsel.

Vladimir
October 29, 2012

I had a construction loan with countrywide and after they failed it was taken over by another lender, whose name I will not mention other than they have initials B and A in their title. This lender cut off my funding and shortly thereafter considered my loan in default since I was not moving forward with construction, irrespective that stop in construction was caused entirely by this lender cutting off the construction funding. Mrs. Franz file a lawsuit and after almost a year and a half of discovery and many, many months of posturing by the lender the lawsuit was settled in mediation. Although I cannot disclose the particulars of the settlement, I was able to complete construction and the matter was resolved. If it wasn’t for the due diligence and remarkable ability of Mrs. Franz in educating the opponents attorneys of the problems with their case and the facts, I would still be in litigation and likely would have lost the property. I highly recommend Elena Franz.

Loren
March 28, 2012

Called the office and stated my issue. The receptionist then passed me on to a lawyer who talked me through what they can do and the process. They were up front and told me that they probably would not be able to help me at this time, and took the time to explain why. I felt that they were honest and were not trying to upsell me to really get me to buy into their service. Rather, I felt like this was a group I could trust and would definitely reach to because they answered the questions I had during my call. I would certainly recommend contacting them, and I would use them in the future if I am able to utilize their services.

anonymous
September 28, 2008

Elena is very good at what she does. She goes the extra mile for her clients, if she doesn't know the answer she will get it for you. She is very pleasant to work with and she puts her whole heart into what she does.

Yan
January 11, 2018

The Rivkin Firm is my go-to legal counsel. Elena has the amazing ability to translate complicated legal concepts into actionable terms and effective strategies. Her dedication to her clients and deep knowledge makes me feel I'm always in good hands. If you're looking for the best, look no further.

anonymous
December 11, 2017

Elena advised me on how to set up and structure my business. She's very knowledgeable, direct, and helpful. Highly recommended!!

Michael
December 8, 2017

Elena Rivkin is talented, competent and diligent litigator. She helped us greatly in several employment related cases.

Vladimir
May 24, 2016

Elena vigorously pursued my case which resulted in a very favorable settlement. Being a real estate developer her extensive knowledge of real estate contract law and builders liability was invaluable. Highly recommend and would use again should the circumstances dictate.

Joshua Spindel
September 4, 2015

Elena was extremely knowledgable in our case working with the bankruptcy court and other lawyers. She did spend extra time with me to help me understand the process. I would seek her council and her firms again.

Sam T.
November 18, 2012

I used Elena Franz services in the field of real estate. Elena is friendly and very professional. She is very well versed in the field of real estate and after listening to my situation, quickly and clearly highlighted my legal options on the matter. Elena was also diligent in explaining possible impacts on some of my decisions and made sure to highlight them to me. Another strength for Elena is her availability to answer questions either by phone or email on a timely manner. I would definitely recommend Elena to anyone for legal counsel.

Vladimir
October 29, 2012

I had a construction loan with countrywide and after they failed it was taken over by another lender, whose name I will not mention other than they have initials B and A in their title. This lender cut off my funding and shortly thereafter considered my loan in default since I was not moving forward with construction, irrespective that stop in construction was caused entirely by this lender cutting off the construction funding. Mrs. Franz file a lawsuit and after almost a year and a half of discovery and many, many months of posturing by the lender the lawsuit was settled in mediation. Although I cannot disclose the particulars of the settlement, I was able to complete construction and the matter was resolved. If it wasn’t for the due diligence and remarkable ability of Mrs. Franz in educating the opponents attorneys of the problems with their case and the facts, I would still be in litigation and likely would have lost the property. I highly recommend Elena Franz.

Loren
March 28, 2012

Called the office and stated my issue. The receptionist then passed me on to a lawyer who talked me through what they can do and the process. They were up front and told me that they probably would not be able to help me at this time, and took the time to explain why. I felt that they were honest and were not trying to upsell me to really get me to buy into their service. Rather, I felt like this was a group I could trust and would definitely reach to because they answered the questions I had during my call. I would certainly recommend contacting them, and I would use them in the future if I am able to utilize their services.

anonymous
September 28, 2008

Elena is very good at what she does. She goes the extra mile for her clients, if she doesn't know the answer she will get it for you. She is very pleasant to work with and she puts her whole heart into what she does.

Yan
January 11, 2018

The Rivkin Firm is my go-to legal counsel. Elena has the amazing ability to translate complicated legal concepts into actionable terms and effective strategies. Her dedication to her clients and deep knowledge makes me feel I'm always in good hands. If you're looking for the best, look no further.

anonymous
December 11, 2017

Elena advised me on how to set up and structure my business. She's very knowledgeable, direct, and helpful. Highly recommended!!

Michael
December 8, 2017

Elena Rivkin is talented, competent and diligent litigator. She helped us greatly in several employment related cases.

Vladimir
May 24, 2016

Elena vigorously pursued my case which resulted in a very favorable settlement. Being a real estate developer her extensive knowledge of real estate contract law and builders liability was invaluable. Highly recommend and would use again should the circumstances dictate.

Joshua Spindel
September 4, 2015

Elena was extremely knowledgable in our case working with the bankruptcy court and other lawyers. She did spend extra time with me to help me understand the process. I would seek her council and her firms again.

Sam T.
November 18, 2012

I used Elena Franz services in the field of real estate. Elena is friendly and very professional. She is very well versed in the field of real estate and after listening to my situation, quickly and clearly highlighted my legal options on the matter. Elena was also diligent in explaining possible impacts on some of my decisions and made sure to highlight them to me. Another strength for Elena is her availability to answer questions either by phone or email on a timely manner. I would definitely recommend Elena to anyone for legal counsel.

Vladimir
October 29, 2012

I had a construction loan with countrywide and after they failed it was taken over by another lender, whose name I will not mention other than they have initials B and A in their title. This lender cut off my funding and shortly thereafter considered my loan in default since I was not moving forward with construction, irrespective that stop in construction was caused entirely by this lender cutting off the construction funding. Mrs. Franz file a lawsuit and after almost a year and a half of discovery and many, many months of posturing by the lender the lawsuit was settled in mediation. Although I cannot disclose the particulars of the settlement, I was able to complete construction and the matter was resolved. If it wasn’t for the due diligence and remarkable ability of Mrs. Franz in educating the opponents attorneys of the problems with their case and the facts, I would still be in litigation and likely would have lost the property. I highly recommend Elena Franz.

Loren
March 28, 2012

Called the office and stated my issue. The receptionist then passed me on to a lawyer who talked me through what they can do and the process. They were up front and told me that they probably would not be able to help me at this time, and took the time to explain why. I felt that they were honest and were not trying to upsell me to really get me to buy into their service. Rather, I felt like this was a group I could trust and would definitely reach to because they answered the questions I had during my call. I would certainly recommend contacting them, and I would use them in the future if I am able to utilize their services.

anonymous
September 28, 2008

Elena is very good at what she does. She goes the extra mile for her clients, if she doesn't know the answer she will get it for you. She is very pleasant to work with and she puts her whole heart into what she does.

Yan
January 11, 2018

The Rivkin Firm is my go-to legal counsel. Elena has the amazing ability to translate complicated legal concepts into actionable terms and effective strategies. Her dedication to her clients and deep knowledge makes me feel I'm always in good hands. If you're looking for the best, look no further.

anonymous
December 11, 2017

Elena advised me on how to set up and structure my business. She's very knowledgeable, direct, and helpful. Highly recommended!!

Michael
December 8, 2017

Elena Rivkin is talented, competent and diligent litigator. She helped us greatly in several employment related cases.

Vladimir
May 24, 2016

Elena vigorously pursued my case which resulted in a very favorable settlement. Being a real estate developer her extensive knowledge of real estate contract law and builders liability was invaluable. Highly recommend and would use again should the circumstances dictate.

Joshua Spindel
September 4, 2015

Elena was extremely knowledgable in our case working with the bankruptcy court and other lawyers. She did spend extra time with me to help me understand the process. I would seek her council and her firms again.

Sam T.
November 18, 2012

I used Elena Franz services in the field of real estate. Elena is friendly and very professional. She is very well versed in the field of real estate and after listening to my situation, quickly and clearly highlighted my legal options on the matter. Elena was also diligent in explaining possible impacts on some of my decisions and made sure to highlight them to me. Another strength for Elena is her availability to answer questions either by phone or email on a timely manner. I would definitely recommend Elena to anyone for legal counsel.

Vladimir
October 29, 2012

I had a construction loan with countrywide and after they failed it was taken over by another lender, whose name I will not mention other than they have initials B and A in their title. This lender cut off my funding and shortly thereafter considered my loan in default since I was not moving forward with construction, irrespective that stop in construction was caused entirely by this lender cutting off the construction funding. Mrs. Franz file a lawsuit and after almost a year and a half of discovery and many, many months of posturing by the lender the lawsuit was settled in mediation. Although I cannot disclose the particulars of the settlement, I was able to complete construction and the matter was resolved. If it wasn’t for the due diligence and remarkable ability of Mrs. Franz in educating the opponents attorneys of the problems with their case and the facts, I would still be in litigation and likely would have lost the property. I highly recommend Elena Franz.

Loren
March 28, 2012

Called the office and stated my issue. The receptionist then passed me on to a lawyer who talked me through what they can do and the process. They were up front and told me that they probably would not be able to help me at this time, and took the time to explain why. I felt that they were honest and were not trying to upsell me to really get me to buy into their service. Rather, I felt like this was a group I could trust and would definitely reach to because they answered the questions I had during my call. I would certainly recommend contacting them, and I would use them in the future if I am able to utilize their services.

anonymous
September 28, 2008

Elena is very good at what she does. She goes the extra mile for her clients, if she doesn't know the answer she will get it for you. She is very pleasant to work with and she puts her whole heart into what she does.