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Howard Bennett Hellen

San Diego, CA

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Law Degree

Awards

Primary Practice Area

Estate Planning

Language

English

About

I have been a practicing attorney for 21 years. I have two major specialties. First, I specialize in wills, trusts, and estates, including estate planning and drafting, as well as probate and trust administration. My other speciality is assisting and representing people who have been wrongfully denied medical and/or disability benefits, either under group plans through employment or individually-purchased policies. Landmark Ninth Circuit cases include Lang v. Standard Insurance Co., Walker v. UNUM, and others.I have never had any complaints in my 21 years of practice to any federal, state, county or local bar association, and have never had a claim presented to my malpractice carrier. I have been a member of the Better Business Bureau for at least 11 years with no complaints and have earned their highest "A+" rating.We beleve in providing a very high level of personal attention to our clients, and are happy to provide client recommendations upon request. In addition, I can arrange for my attorney colleagues to speak with any potential client about me.  We also care about our community, and volunteer with the Patient Advocate Foundation as well as the Multiple Sclerosis Society, providing free advice and occassional lectures about protecting your legal rights when denied a valid health or disability claim.  For much more information about me and my firm, please visit my website at www.erisaltdlaw.com.  

Practices Areas

Estate Planning

Language

English

Contact

Howard Bennett Hellen16870 West Bernardo Drive Suite 400San Diego, CA, 92127-167816870 West Bernardo Drive Suite 400San Diego, CA, 92127-1678

Office: N/A

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Reviews

Simone
November 12, 2010

I was lucky to have found Howard to take my case. Due to his expert knowledge of ERISA law, tireless work ethic and determination, my denied disability benefits were reinstated on appeal. He has been representing me on an annual basis for the past decade, and I could not be more satisfied with his service. Since day one, Howard has been truly interested in my case and genuinely concerned with my best interest. He is professional, yet compassionate. I will forever be grateful for everything he has done for me. Lawyers such as Howard are few and far between. Howard is a brilliant attorney, a man of integrity, and I would not hesitate to recommend his services.

Paul
October 24, 2010

Howard created a revocable living trust for my family in 2004 and for my uncle's family in 2008 (I was the 1st successor trustee). In 2009, my uncle was incapacitated and passed several months later. Howard did a great job assisting and advising me with the administration of the trust. He prepared a certification of trust that I used several times with various financial institutions, pension providers, etc., to quickly gain access to and control of trust assets. He created a schedule of important action items and dates to help me navigate the critical 3 to 4 months after my uncle’s passing. For example: lodging the original pour-over Will, creating an EIN (Tax ID) for the trust and contacting the CPA. We communicated on a regular basis and agreed on which tasks each of us would perform. He was always available and helpful when I had questions. Howard prepared all the transfer documents in connection with the distribution of the trust and communicated with the trust beneficiaries. The whole process moved along smoothly and efficiently. With Howard’s help, I was able to distribute and sunset the trust within one year of my uncle’s passing.

Patricia
October 19, 2010

Howard worked under a critical deadline to win substantial disability payments from my employer. Howard knew the law and discussed the entire process with me before proceeding. I was kept informed throughout and he met every professional expectation. I was pleased with his work and would recommend him without hesitation.

anonymous
January 15, 2014

This lawyer was non-responsive, did not get the facts of my case even close to correct, and verged on improper conduct. He relies on his wife/secretary to do a lot of his legal analysis which I find unprofessional since she is not an attorney. He allows her to weigh in with legal opinions which is improper since she is not a licensed attorney. After speaking to other attorneys, I learned that his (his wife's?) legal conclusions were completely wrong which would have severely prejudiced my rights. I WOULD NEVER USE THIS LAWYER AND DON'T THINK HOWARD HELLEN SHOULD BE PRACTICING GIVEN THE REPEATED MISTAKES I SAW HIM MAKE. IF I WERE YOU, I WOULD RUN!

Simone
November 12, 2010

I was lucky to have found Howard to take my case. Due to his expert knowledge of ERISA law, tireless work ethic and determination, my denied disability benefits were reinstated on appeal. He has been representing me on an annual basis for the past decade, and I could not be more satisfied with his service. Since day one, Howard has been truly interested in my case and genuinely concerned with my best interest. He is professional, yet compassionate. I will forever be grateful for everything he has done for me. Lawyers such as Howard are few and far between. Howard is a brilliant attorney, a man of integrity, and I would not hesitate to recommend his services.

Paul
October 24, 2010

Howard created a revocable living trust for my family in 2004 and for my uncle's family in 2008 (I was the 1st successor trustee). In 2009, my uncle was incapacitated and passed several months later. Howard did a great job assisting and advising me with the administration of the trust. He prepared a certification of trust that I used several times with various financial institutions, pension providers, etc., to quickly gain access to and control of trust assets. He created a schedule of important action items and dates to help me navigate the critical 3 to 4 months after my uncle’s passing. For example: lodging the original pour-over Will, creating an EIN (Tax ID) for the trust and contacting the CPA. We communicated on a regular basis and agreed on which tasks each of us would perform. He was always available and helpful when I had questions. Howard prepared all the transfer documents in connection with the distribution of the trust and communicated with the trust beneficiaries. The whole process moved along smoothly and efficiently. With Howard’s help, I was able to distribute and sunset the trust within one year of my uncle’s passing.

Patricia
October 19, 2010

Howard worked under a critical deadline to win substantial disability payments from my employer. Howard knew the law and discussed the entire process with me before proceeding. I was kept informed throughout and he met every professional expectation. I was pleased with his work and would recommend him without hesitation.

anonymous
January 15, 2014

This lawyer was non-responsive, did not get the facts of my case even close to correct, and verged on improper conduct. He relies on his wife/secretary to do a lot of his legal analysis which I find unprofessional since she is not an attorney. He allows her to weigh in with legal opinions which is improper since she is not a licensed attorney. After speaking to other attorneys, I learned that his (his wife's?) legal conclusions were completely wrong which would have severely prejudiced my rights. I WOULD NEVER USE THIS LAWYER AND DON'T THINK HOWARD HELLEN SHOULD BE PRACTICING GIVEN THE REPEATED MISTAKES I SAW HIM MAKE. IF I WERE YOU, I WOULD RUN!

Simone
November 12, 2010

I was lucky to have found Howard to take my case. Due to his expert knowledge of ERISA law, tireless work ethic and determination, my denied disability benefits were reinstated on appeal. He has been representing me on an annual basis for the past decade, and I could not be more satisfied with his service. Since day one, Howard has been truly interested in my case and genuinely concerned with my best interest. He is professional, yet compassionate. I will forever be grateful for everything he has done for me. Lawyers such as Howard are few and far between. Howard is a brilliant attorney, a man of integrity, and I would not hesitate to recommend his services.

Paul
October 24, 2010

Howard created a revocable living trust for my family in 2004 and for my uncle's family in 2008 (I was the 1st successor trustee). In 2009, my uncle was incapacitated and passed several months later. Howard did a great job assisting and advising me with the administration of the trust. He prepared a certification of trust that I used several times with various financial institutions, pension providers, etc., to quickly gain access to and control of trust assets. He created a schedule of important action items and dates to help me navigate the critical 3 to 4 months after my uncle’s passing. For example: lodging the original pour-over Will, creating an EIN (Tax ID) for the trust and contacting the CPA. We communicated on a regular basis and agreed on which tasks each of us would perform. He was always available and helpful when I had questions. Howard prepared all the transfer documents in connection with the distribution of the trust and communicated with the trust beneficiaries. The whole process moved along smoothly and efficiently. With Howard’s help, I was able to distribute and sunset the trust within one year of my uncle’s passing.

Patricia
October 19, 2010

Howard worked under a critical deadline to win substantial disability payments from my employer. Howard knew the law and discussed the entire process with me before proceeding. I was kept informed throughout and he met every professional expectation. I was pleased with his work and would recommend him without hesitation.

anonymous
January 15, 2014

This lawyer was non-responsive, did not get the facts of my case even close to correct, and verged on improper conduct. He relies on his wife/secretary to do a lot of his legal analysis which I find unprofessional since she is not an attorney. He allows her to weigh in with legal opinions which is improper since she is not a licensed attorney. After speaking to other attorneys, I learned that his (his wife's?) legal conclusions were completely wrong which would have severely prejudiced my rights. I WOULD NEVER USE THIS LAWYER AND DON'T THINK HOWARD HELLEN SHOULD BE PRACTICING GIVEN THE REPEATED MISTAKES I SAW HIM MAKE. IF I WERE YOU, I WOULD RUN!

Simone
November 12, 2010

I was lucky to have found Howard to take my case. Due to his expert knowledge of ERISA law, tireless work ethic and determination, my denied disability benefits were reinstated on appeal. He has been representing me on an annual basis for the past decade, and I could not be more satisfied with his service. Since day one, Howard has been truly interested in my case and genuinely concerned with my best interest. He is professional, yet compassionate. I will forever be grateful for everything he has done for me. Lawyers such as Howard are few and far between. Howard is a brilliant attorney, a man of integrity, and I would not hesitate to recommend his services.

Paul
October 24, 2010

Howard created a revocable living trust for my family in 2004 and for my uncle's family in 2008 (I was the 1st successor trustee). In 2009, my uncle was incapacitated and passed several months later. Howard did a great job assisting and advising me with the administration of the trust. He prepared a certification of trust that I used several times with various financial institutions, pension providers, etc., to quickly gain access to and control of trust assets. He created a schedule of important action items and dates to help me navigate the critical 3 to 4 months after my uncle’s passing. For example: lodging the original pour-over Will, creating an EIN (Tax ID) for the trust and contacting the CPA. We communicated on a regular basis and agreed on which tasks each of us would perform. He was always available and helpful when I had questions. Howard prepared all the transfer documents in connection with the distribution of the trust and communicated with the trust beneficiaries. The whole process moved along smoothly and efficiently. With Howard’s help, I was able to distribute and sunset the trust within one year of my uncle’s passing.

Patricia
October 19, 2010

Howard worked under a critical deadline to win substantial disability payments from my employer. Howard knew the law and discussed the entire process with me before proceeding. I was kept informed throughout and he met every professional expectation. I was pleased with his work and would recommend him without hesitation.

anonymous
January 15, 2014

This lawyer was non-responsive, did not get the facts of my case even close to correct, and verged on improper conduct. He relies on his wife/secretary to do a lot of his legal analysis which I find unprofessional since she is not an attorney. He allows her to weigh in with legal opinions which is improper since she is not a licensed attorney. After speaking to other attorneys, I learned that his (his wife's?) legal conclusions were completely wrong which would have severely prejudiced my rights. I WOULD NEVER USE THIS LAWYER AND DON'T THINK HOWARD HELLEN SHOULD BE PRACTICING GIVEN THE REPEATED MISTAKES I SAW HIM MAKE. IF I WERE YOU, I WOULD RUN!

Simone
November 12, 2010

I was lucky to have found Howard to take my case. Due to his expert knowledge of ERISA law, tireless work ethic and determination, my denied disability benefits were reinstated on appeal. He has been representing me on an annual basis for the past decade, and I could not be more satisfied with his service. Since day one, Howard has been truly interested in my case and genuinely concerned with my best interest. He is professional, yet compassionate. I will forever be grateful for everything he has done for me. Lawyers such as Howard are few and far between. Howard is a brilliant attorney, a man of integrity, and I would not hesitate to recommend his services.

Paul
October 24, 2010

Howard created a revocable living trust for my family in 2004 and for my uncle's family in 2008 (I was the 1st successor trustee). In 2009, my uncle was incapacitated and passed several months later. Howard did a great job assisting and advising me with the administration of the trust. He prepared a certification of trust that I used several times with various financial institutions, pension providers, etc., to quickly gain access to and control of trust assets. He created a schedule of important action items and dates to help me navigate the critical 3 to 4 months after my uncle’s passing. For example: lodging the original pour-over Will, creating an EIN (Tax ID) for the trust and contacting the CPA. We communicated on a regular basis and agreed on which tasks each of us would perform. He was always available and helpful when I had questions. Howard prepared all the transfer documents in connection with the distribution of the trust and communicated with the trust beneficiaries. The whole process moved along smoothly and efficiently. With Howard’s help, I was able to distribute and sunset the trust within one year of my uncle’s passing.

Patricia
October 19, 2010

Howard worked under a critical deadline to win substantial disability payments from my employer. Howard knew the law and discussed the entire process with me before proceeding. I was kept informed throughout and he met every professional expectation. I was pleased with his work and would recommend him without hesitation.

anonymous
January 15, 2014

This lawyer was non-responsive, did not get the facts of my case even close to correct, and verged on improper conduct. He relies on his wife/secretary to do a lot of his legal analysis which I find unprofessional since she is not an attorney. He allows her to weigh in with legal opinions which is improper since she is not a licensed attorney. After speaking to other attorneys, I learned that his (his wife's?) legal conclusions were completely wrong which would have severely prejudiced my rights. I WOULD NEVER USE THIS LAWYER AND DON'T THINK HOWARD HELLEN SHOULD BE PRACTICING GIVEN THE REPEATED MISTAKES I SAW HIM MAKE. IF I WERE YOU, I WOULD RUN!

Simone
November 12, 2010

I was lucky to have found Howard to take my case. Due to his expert knowledge of ERISA law, tireless work ethic and determination, my denied disability benefits were reinstated on appeal. He has been representing me on an annual basis for the past decade, and I could not be more satisfied with his service. Since day one, Howard has been truly interested in my case and genuinely concerned with my best interest. He is professional, yet compassionate. I will forever be grateful for everything he has done for me. Lawyers such as Howard are few and far between. Howard is a brilliant attorney, a man of integrity, and I would not hesitate to recommend his services.

Paul
October 24, 2010

Howard created a revocable living trust for my family in 2004 and for my uncle's family in 2008 (I was the 1st successor trustee). In 2009, my uncle was incapacitated and passed several months later. Howard did a great job assisting and advising me with the administration of the trust. He prepared a certification of trust that I used several times with various financial institutions, pension providers, etc., to quickly gain access to and control of trust assets. He created a schedule of important action items and dates to help me navigate the critical 3 to 4 months after my uncle’s passing. For example: lodging the original pour-over Will, creating an EIN (Tax ID) for the trust and contacting the CPA. We communicated on a regular basis and agreed on which tasks each of us would perform. He was always available and helpful when I had questions. Howard prepared all the transfer documents in connection with the distribution of the trust and communicated with the trust beneficiaries. The whole process moved along smoothly and efficiently. With Howard’s help, I was able to distribute and sunset the trust within one year of my uncle’s passing.

Patricia
October 19, 2010

Howard worked under a critical deadline to win substantial disability payments from my employer. Howard knew the law and discussed the entire process with me before proceeding. I was kept informed throughout and he met every professional expectation. I was pleased with his work and would recommend him without hesitation.

anonymous
January 15, 2014

This lawyer was non-responsive, did not get the facts of my case even close to correct, and verged on improper conduct. He relies on his wife/secretary to do a lot of his legal analysis which I find unprofessional since she is not an attorney. He allows her to weigh in with legal opinions which is improper since she is not a licensed attorney. After speaking to other attorneys, I learned that his (his wife's?) legal conclusions were completely wrong which would have severely prejudiced my rights. I WOULD NEVER USE THIS LAWYER AND DON'T THINK HOWARD HELLEN SHOULD BE PRACTICING GIVEN THE REPEATED MISTAKES I SAW HIM MAKE. IF I WERE YOU, I WOULD RUN!

Simone
November 12, 2010

I was lucky to have found Howard to take my case. Due to his expert knowledge of ERISA law, tireless work ethic and determination, my denied disability benefits were reinstated on appeal. He has been representing me on an annual basis for the past decade, and I could not be more satisfied with his service. Since day one, Howard has been truly interested in my case and genuinely concerned with my best interest. He is professional, yet compassionate. I will forever be grateful for everything he has done for me. Lawyers such as Howard are few and far between. Howard is a brilliant attorney, a man of integrity, and I would not hesitate to recommend his services.

Paul
October 24, 2010

Howard created a revocable living trust for my family in 2004 and for my uncle's family in 2008 (I was the 1st successor trustee). In 2009, my uncle was incapacitated and passed several months later. Howard did a great job assisting and advising me with the administration of the trust. He prepared a certification of trust that I used several times with various financial institutions, pension providers, etc., to quickly gain access to and control of trust assets. He created a schedule of important action items and dates to help me navigate the critical 3 to 4 months after my uncle’s passing. For example: lodging the original pour-over Will, creating an EIN (Tax ID) for the trust and contacting the CPA. We communicated on a regular basis and agreed on which tasks each of us would perform. He was always available and helpful when I had questions. Howard prepared all the transfer documents in connection with the distribution of the trust and communicated with the trust beneficiaries. The whole process moved along smoothly and efficiently. With Howard’s help, I was able to distribute and sunset the trust within one year of my uncle’s passing.

Patricia
October 19, 2010

Howard worked under a critical deadline to win substantial disability payments from my employer. Howard knew the law and discussed the entire process with me before proceeding. I was kept informed throughout and he met every professional expectation. I was pleased with his work and would recommend him without hesitation.

anonymous
January 15, 2014

This lawyer was non-responsive, did not get the facts of my case even close to correct, and verged on improper conduct. He relies on his wife/secretary to do a lot of his legal analysis which I find unprofessional since she is not an attorney. He allows her to weigh in with legal opinions which is improper since she is not a licensed attorney. After speaking to other attorneys, I learned that his (his wife's?) legal conclusions were completely wrong which would have severely prejudiced my rights. I WOULD NEVER USE THIS LAWYER AND DON'T THINK HOWARD HELLEN SHOULD BE PRACTICING GIVEN THE REPEATED MISTAKES I SAW HIM MAKE. IF I WERE YOU, I WOULD RUN!

Simone
November 12, 2010

I was lucky to have found Howard to take my case. Due to his expert knowledge of ERISA law, tireless work ethic and determination, my denied disability benefits were reinstated on appeal. He has been representing me on an annual basis for the past decade, and I could not be more satisfied with his service. Since day one, Howard has been truly interested in my case and genuinely concerned with my best interest. He is professional, yet compassionate. I will forever be grateful for everything he has done for me. Lawyers such as Howard are few and far between. Howard is a brilliant attorney, a man of integrity, and I would not hesitate to recommend his services.

Paul
October 24, 2010

Howard created a revocable living trust for my family in 2004 and for my uncle's family in 2008 (I was the 1st successor trustee). In 2009, my uncle was incapacitated and passed several months later. Howard did a great job assisting and advising me with the administration of the trust. He prepared a certification of trust that I used several times with various financial institutions, pension providers, etc., to quickly gain access to and control of trust assets. He created a schedule of important action items and dates to help me navigate the critical 3 to 4 months after my uncle’s passing. For example: lodging the original pour-over Will, creating an EIN (Tax ID) for the trust and contacting the CPA. We communicated on a regular basis and agreed on which tasks each of us would perform. He was always available and helpful when I had questions. Howard prepared all the transfer documents in connection with the distribution of the trust and communicated with the trust beneficiaries. The whole process moved along smoothly and efficiently. With Howard’s help, I was able to distribute and sunset the trust within one year of my uncle’s passing.

Patricia
October 19, 2010

Howard worked under a critical deadline to win substantial disability payments from my employer. Howard knew the law and discussed the entire process with me before proceeding. I was kept informed throughout and he met every professional expectation. I was pleased with his work and would recommend him without hesitation.

anonymous
January 15, 2014

This lawyer was non-responsive, did not get the facts of my case even close to correct, and verged on improper conduct. He relies on his wife/secretary to do a lot of his legal analysis which I find unprofessional since she is not an attorney. He allows her to weigh in with legal opinions which is improper since she is not a licensed attorney. After speaking to other attorneys, I learned that his (his wife's?) legal conclusions were completely wrong which would have severely prejudiced my rights. I WOULD NEVER USE THIS LAWYER AND DON'T THINK HOWARD HELLEN SHOULD BE PRACTICING GIVEN THE REPEATED MISTAKES I SAW HIM MAKE. IF I WERE YOU, I WOULD RUN!

Simone
November 12, 2010

I was lucky to have found Howard to take my case. Due to his expert knowledge of ERISA law, tireless work ethic and determination, my denied disability benefits were reinstated on appeal. He has been representing me on an annual basis for the past decade, and I could not be more satisfied with his service. Since day one, Howard has been truly interested in my case and genuinely concerned with my best interest. He is professional, yet compassionate. I will forever be grateful for everything he has done for me. Lawyers such as Howard are few and far between. Howard is a brilliant attorney, a man of integrity, and I would not hesitate to recommend his services.

Paul
October 24, 2010

Howard created a revocable living trust for my family in 2004 and for my uncle's family in 2008 (I was the 1st successor trustee). In 2009, my uncle was incapacitated and passed several months later. Howard did a great job assisting and advising me with the administration of the trust. He prepared a certification of trust that I used several times with various financial institutions, pension providers, etc., to quickly gain access to and control of trust assets. He created a schedule of important action items and dates to help me navigate the critical 3 to 4 months after my uncle’s passing. For example: lodging the original pour-over Will, creating an EIN (Tax ID) for the trust and contacting the CPA. We communicated on a regular basis and agreed on which tasks each of us would perform. He was always available and helpful when I had questions. Howard prepared all the transfer documents in connection with the distribution of the trust and communicated with the trust beneficiaries. The whole process moved along smoothly and efficiently. With Howard’s help, I was able to distribute and sunset the trust within one year of my uncle’s passing.

Patricia
October 19, 2010

Howard worked under a critical deadline to win substantial disability payments from my employer. Howard knew the law and discussed the entire process with me before proceeding. I was kept informed throughout and he met every professional expectation. I was pleased with his work and would recommend him without hesitation.

anonymous
January 15, 2014

This lawyer was non-responsive, did not get the facts of my case even close to correct, and verged on improper conduct. He relies on his wife/secretary to do a lot of his legal analysis which I find unprofessional since she is not an attorney. He allows her to weigh in with legal opinions which is improper since she is not a licensed attorney. After speaking to other attorneys, I learned that his (his wife's?) legal conclusions were completely wrong which would have severely prejudiced my rights. I WOULD NEVER USE THIS LAWYER AND DON'T THINK HOWARD HELLEN SHOULD BE PRACTICING GIVEN THE REPEATED MISTAKES I SAW HIM MAKE. IF I WERE YOU, I WOULD RUN!

Simone
November 12, 2010

I was lucky to have found Howard to take my case. Due to his expert knowledge of ERISA law, tireless work ethic and determination, my denied disability benefits were reinstated on appeal. He has been representing me on an annual basis for the past decade, and I could not be more satisfied with his service. Since day one, Howard has been truly interested in my case and genuinely concerned with my best interest. He is professional, yet compassionate. I will forever be grateful for everything he has done for me. Lawyers such as Howard are few and far between. Howard is a brilliant attorney, a man of integrity, and I would not hesitate to recommend his services.

Paul
October 24, 2010

Howard created a revocable living trust for my family in 2004 and for my uncle's family in 2008 (I was the 1st successor trustee). In 2009, my uncle was incapacitated and passed several months later. Howard did a great job assisting and advising me with the administration of the trust. He prepared a certification of trust that I used several times with various financial institutions, pension providers, etc., to quickly gain access to and control of trust assets. He created a schedule of important action items and dates to help me navigate the critical 3 to 4 months after my uncle’s passing. For example: lodging the original pour-over Will, creating an EIN (Tax ID) for the trust and contacting the CPA. We communicated on a regular basis and agreed on which tasks each of us would perform. He was always available and helpful when I had questions. Howard prepared all the transfer documents in connection with the distribution of the trust and communicated with the trust beneficiaries. The whole process moved along smoothly and efficiently. With Howard’s help, I was able to distribute and sunset the trust within one year of my uncle’s passing.

Patricia
October 19, 2010

Howard worked under a critical deadline to win substantial disability payments from my employer. Howard knew the law and discussed the entire process with me before proceeding. I was kept informed throughout and he met every professional expectation. I was pleased with his work and would recommend him without hesitation.

anonymous
January 15, 2014

This lawyer was non-responsive, did not get the facts of my case even close to correct, and verged on improper conduct. He relies on his wife/secretary to do a lot of his legal analysis which I find unprofessional since she is not an attorney. He allows her to weigh in with legal opinions which is improper since she is not a licensed attorney. After speaking to other attorneys, I learned that his (his wife's?) legal conclusions were completely wrong which would have severely prejudiced my rights. I WOULD NEVER USE THIS LAWYER AND DON'T THINK HOWARD HELLEN SHOULD BE PRACTICING GIVEN THE REPEATED MISTAKES I SAW HIM MAKE. IF I WERE YOU, I WOULD RUN!

Simone
November 12, 2010

I was lucky to have found Howard to take my case. Due to his expert knowledge of ERISA law, tireless work ethic and determination, my denied disability benefits were reinstated on appeal. He has been representing me on an annual basis for the past decade, and I could not be more satisfied with his service. Since day one, Howard has been truly interested in my case and genuinely concerned with my best interest. He is professional, yet compassionate. I will forever be grateful for everything he has done for me. Lawyers such as Howard are few and far between. Howard is a brilliant attorney, a man of integrity, and I would not hesitate to recommend his services.

Paul
October 24, 2010

Howard created a revocable living trust for my family in 2004 and for my uncle's family in 2008 (I was the 1st successor trustee). In 2009, my uncle was incapacitated and passed several months later. Howard did a great job assisting and advising me with the administration of the trust. He prepared a certification of trust that I used several times with various financial institutions, pension providers, etc., to quickly gain access to and control of trust assets. He created a schedule of important action items and dates to help me navigate the critical 3 to 4 months after my uncle’s passing. For example: lodging the original pour-over Will, creating an EIN (Tax ID) for the trust and contacting the CPA. We communicated on a regular basis and agreed on which tasks each of us would perform. He was always available and helpful when I had questions. Howard prepared all the transfer documents in connection with the distribution of the trust and communicated with the trust beneficiaries. The whole process moved along smoothly and efficiently. With Howard’s help, I was able to distribute and sunset the trust within one year of my uncle’s passing.

Patricia
October 19, 2010

Howard worked under a critical deadline to win substantial disability payments from my employer. Howard knew the law and discussed the entire process with me before proceeding. I was kept informed throughout and he met every professional expectation. I was pleased with his work and would recommend him without hesitation.

anonymous
January 15, 2014

This lawyer was non-responsive, did not get the facts of my case even close to correct, and verged on improper conduct. He relies on his wife/secretary to do a lot of his legal analysis which I find unprofessional since she is not an attorney. He allows her to weigh in with legal opinions which is improper since she is not a licensed attorney. After speaking to other attorneys, I learned that his (his wife's?) legal conclusions were completely wrong which would have severely prejudiced my rights. I WOULD NEVER USE THIS LAWYER AND DON'T THINK HOWARD HELLEN SHOULD BE PRACTICING GIVEN THE REPEATED MISTAKES I SAW HIM MAKE. IF I WERE YOU, I WOULD RUN!

Simone
November 12, 2010

I was lucky to have found Howard to take my case. Due to his expert knowledge of ERISA law, tireless work ethic and determination, my denied disability benefits were reinstated on appeal. He has been representing me on an annual basis for the past decade, and I could not be more satisfied with his service. Since day one, Howard has been truly interested in my case and genuinely concerned with my best interest. He is professional, yet compassionate. I will forever be grateful for everything he has done for me. Lawyers such as Howard are few and far between. Howard is a brilliant attorney, a man of integrity, and I would not hesitate to recommend his services.

Paul
October 24, 2010

Howard created a revocable living trust for my family in 2004 and for my uncle's family in 2008 (I was the 1st successor trustee). In 2009, my uncle was incapacitated and passed several months later. Howard did a great job assisting and advising me with the administration of the trust. He prepared a certification of trust that I used several times with various financial institutions, pension providers, etc., to quickly gain access to and control of trust assets. He created a schedule of important action items and dates to help me navigate the critical 3 to 4 months after my uncle’s passing. For example: lodging the original pour-over Will, creating an EIN (Tax ID) for the trust and contacting the CPA. We communicated on a regular basis and agreed on which tasks each of us would perform. He was always available and helpful when I had questions. Howard prepared all the transfer documents in connection with the distribution of the trust and communicated with the trust beneficiaries. The whole process moved along smoothly and efficiently. With Howard’s help, I was able to distribute and sunset the trust within one year of my uncle’s passing.

Patricia
October 19, 2010

Howard worked under a critical deadline to win substantial disability payments from my employer. Howard knew the law and discussed the entire process with me before proceeding. I was kept informed throughout and he met every professional expectation. I was pleased with his work and would recommend him without hesitation.

anonymous
January 15, 2014

This lawyer was non-responsive, did not get the facts of my case even close to correct, and verged on improper conduct. He relies on his wife/secretary to do a lot of his legal analysis which I find unprofessional since she is not an attorney. He allows her to weigh in with legal opinions which is improper since she is not a licensed attorney. After speaking to other attorneys, I learned that his (his wife's?) legal conclusions were completely wrong which would have severely prejudiced my rights. I WOULD NEVER USE THIS LAWYER AND DON'T THINK HOWARD HELLEN SHOULD BE PRACTICING GIVEN THE REPEATED MISTAKES I SAW HIM MAKE. IF I WERE YOU, I WOULD RUN!

Simone
November 12, 2010

I was lucky to have found Howard to take my case. Due to his expert knowledge of ERISA law, tireless work ethic and determination, my denied disability benefits were reinstated on appeal. He has been representing me on an annual basis for the past decade, and I could not be more satisfied with his service. Since day one, Howard has been truly interested in my case and genuinely concerned with my best interest. He is professional, yet compassionate. I will forever be grateful for everything he has done for me. Lawyers such as Howard are few and far between. Howard is a brilliant attorney, a man of integrity, and I would not hesitate to recommend his services.

Paul
October 24, 2010

Howard created a revocable living trust for my family in 2004 and for my uncle's family in 2008 (I was the 1st successor trustee). In 2009, my uncle was incapacitated and passed several months later. Howard did a great job assisting and advising me with the administration of the trust. He prepared a certification of trust that I used several times with various financial institutions, pension providers, etc., to quickly gain access to and control of trust assets. He created a schedule of important action items and dates to help me navigate the critical 3 to 4 months after my uncle’s passing. For example: lodging the original pour-over Will, creating an EIN (Tax ID) for the trust and contacting the CPA. We communicated on a regular basis and agreed on which tasks each of us would perform. He was always available and helpful when I had questions. Howard prepared all the transfer documents in connection with the distribution of the trust and communicated with the trust beneficiaries. The whole process moved along smoothly and efficiently. With Howard’s help, I was able to distribute and sunset the trust within one year of my uncle’s passing.

Patricia
October 19, 2010

Howard worked under a critical deadline to win substantial disability payments from my employer. Howard knew the law and discussed the entire process with me before proceeding. I was kept informed throughout and he met every professional expectation. I was pleased with his work and would recommend him without hesitation.

anonymous
January 15, 2014

This lawyer was non-responsive, did not get the facts of my case even close to correct, and verged on improper conduct. He relies on his wife/secretary to do a lot of his legal analysis which I find unprofessional since she is not an attorney. He allows her to weigh in with legal opinions which is improper since she is not a licensed attorney. After speaking to other attorneys, I learned that his (his wife's?) legal conclusions were completely wrong which would have severely prejudiced my rights. I WOULD NEVER USE THIS LAWYER AND DON'T THINK HOWARD HELLEN SHOULD BE PRACTICING GIVEN THE REPEATED MISTAKES I SAW HIM MAKE. IF I WERE YOU, I WOULD RUN!

Simone
November 12, 2010

I was lucky to have found Howard to take my case. Due to his expert knowledge of ERISA law, tireless work ethic and determination, my denied disability benefits were reinstated on appeal. He has been representing me on an annual basis for the past decade, and I could not be more satisfied with his service. Since day one, Howard has been truly interested in my case and genuinely concerned with my best interest. He is professional, yet compassionate. I will forever be grateful for everything he has done for me. Lawyers such as Howard are few and far between. Howard is a brilliant attorney, a man of integrity, and I would not hesitate to recommend his services.

Paul
October 24, 2010

Howard created a revocable living trust for my family in 2004 and for my uncle's family in 2008 (I was the 1st successor trustee). In 2009, my uncle was incapacitated and passed several months later. Howard did a great job assisting and advising me with the administration of the trust. He prepared a certification of trust that I used several times with various financial institutions, pension providers, etc., to quickly gain access to and control of trust assets. He created a schedule of important action items and dates to help me navigate the critical 3 to 4 months after my uncle’s passing. For example: lodging the original pour-over Will, creating an EIN (Tax ID) for the trust and contacting the CPA. We communicated on a regular basis and agreed on which tasks each of us would perform. He was always available and helpful when I had questions. Howard prepared all the transfer documents in connection with the distribution of the trust and communicated with the trust beneficiaries. The whole process moved along smoothly and efficiently. With Howard’s help, I was able to distribute and sunset the trust within one year of my uncle’s passing.

Patricia
October 19, 2010

Howard worked under a critical deadline to win substantial disability payments from my employer. Howard knew the law and discussed the entire process with me before proceeding. I was kept informed throughout and he met every professional expectation. I was pleased with his work and would recommend him without hesitation.

anonymous
January 15, 2014

This lawyer was non-responsive, did not get the facts of my case even close to correct, and verged on improper conduct. He relies on his wife/secretary to do a lot of his legal analysis which I find unprofessional since she is not an attorney. He allows her to weigh in with legal opinions which is improper since she is not a licensed attorney. After speaking to other attorneys, I learned that his (his wife's?) legal conclusions were completely wrong which would have severely prejudiced my rights. I WOULD NEVER USE THIS LAWYER AND DON'T THINK HOWARD HELLEN SHOULD BE PRACTICING GIVEN THE REPEATED MISTAKES I SAW HIM MAKE. IF I WERE YOU, I WOULD RUN!

Simone
November 12, 2010

I was lucky to have found Howard to take my case. Due to his expert knowledge of ERISA law, tireless work ethic and determination, my denied disability benefits were reinstated on appeal. He has been representing me on an annual basis for the past decade, and I could not be more satisfied with his service. Since day one, Howard has been truly interested in my case and genuinely concerned with my best interest. He is professional, yet compassionate. I will forever be grateful for everything he has done for me. Lawyers such as Howard are few and far between. Howard is a brilliant attorney, a man of integrity, and I would not hesitate to recommend his services.

Paul
October 24, 2010

Howard created a revocable living trust for my family in 2004 and for my uncle's family in 2008 (I was the 1st successor trustee). In 2009, my uncle was incapacitated and passed several months later. Howard did a great job assisting and advising me with the administration of the trust. He prepared a certification of trust that I used several times with various financial institutions, pension providers, etc., to quickly gain access to and control of trust assets. He created a schedule of important action items and dates to help me navigate the critical 3 to 4 months after my uncle’s passing. For example: lodging the original pour-over Will, creating an EIN (Tax ID) for the trust and contacting the CPA. We communicated on a regular basis and agreed on which tasks each of us would perform. He was always available and helpful when I had questions. Howard prepared all the transfer documents in connection with the distribution of the trust and communicated with the trust beneficiaries. The whole process moved along smoothly and efficiently. With Howard’s help, I was able to distribute and sunset the trust within one year of my uncle’s passing.

Patricia
October 19, 2010

Howard worked under a critical deadline to win substantial disability payments from my employer. Howard knew the law and discussed the entire process with me before proceeding. I was kept informed throughout and he met every professional expectation. I was pleased with his work and would recommend him without hesitation.

anonymous
January 15, 2014

This lawyer was non-responsive, did not get the facts of my case even close to correct, and verged on improper conduct. He relies on his wife/secretary to do a lot of his legal analysis which I find unprofessional since she is not an attorney. He allows her to weigh in with legal opinions which is improper since she is not a licensed attorney. After speaking to other attorneys, I learned that his (his wife's?) legal conclusions were completely wrong which would have severely prejudiced my rights. I WOULD NEVER USE THIS LAWYER AND DON'T THINK HOWARD HELLEN SHOULD BE PRACTICING GIVEN THE REPEATED MISTAKES I SAW HIM MAKE. IF I WERE YOU, I WOULD RUN!

Simone
November 12, 2010

I was lucky to have found Howard to take my case. Due to his expert knowledge of ERISA law, tireless work ethic and determination, my denied disability benefits were reinstated on appeal. He has been representing me on an annual basis for the past decade, and I could not be more satisfied with his service. Since day one, Howard has been truly interested in my case and genuinely concerned with my best interest. He is professional, yet compassionate. I will forever be grateful for everything he has done for me. Lawyers such as Howard are few and far between. Howard is a brilliant attorney, a man of integrity, and I would not hesitate to recommend his services.

Paul
October 24, 2010

Howard created a revocable living trust for my family in 2004 and for my uncle's family in 2008 (I was the 1st successor trustee). In 2009, my uncle was incapacitated and passed several months later. Howard did a great job assisting and advising me with the administration of the trust. He prepared a certification of trust that I used several times with various financial institutions, pension providers, etc., to quickly gain access to and control of trust assets. He created a schedule of important action items and dates to help me navigate the critical 3 to 4 months after my uncle’s passing. For example: lodging the original pour-over Will, creating an EIN (Tax ID) for the trust and contacting the CPA. We communicated on a regular basis and agreed on which tasks each of us would perform. He was always available and helpful when I had questions. Howard prepared all the transfer documents in connection with the distribution of the trust and communicated with the trust beneficiaries. The whole process moved along smoothly and efficiently. With Howard’s help, I was able to distribute and sunset the trust within one year of my uncle’s passing.

Patricia
October 19, 2010

Howard worked under a critical deadline to win substantial disability payments from my employer. Howard knew the law and discussed the entire process with me before proceeding. I was kept informed throughout and he met every professional expectation. I was pleased with his work and would recommend him without hesitation.

anonymous
January 15, 2014

This lawyer was non-responsive, did not get the facts of my case even close to correct, and verged on improper conduct. He relies on his wife/secretary to do a lot of his legal analysis which I find unprofessional since she is not an attorney. He allows her to weigh in with legal opinions which is improper since she is not a licensed attorney. After speaking to other attorneys, I learned that his (his wife's?) legal conclusions were completely wrong which would have severely prejudiced my rights. I WOULD NEVER USE THIS LAWYER AND DON'T THINK HOWARD HELLEN SHOULD BE PRACTICING GIVEN THE REPEATED MISTAKES I SAW HIM MAKE. IF I WERE YOU, I WOULD RUN!