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Complaint Review: Law Office of Andrew P. Lehman - Beverly HIlls California

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  • Law Office of Andrew P. Lehman 9663 Santa Monica Blvd. Ste. 766 Beverly HIlls, California United States of America

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Ripoff Report (((REDACTED))) offending words and false accusations/statements because we found what was posted to be completely false.. If the posting was true, there would have been legitimate proof or some sort of documentation. Ripoff Report was not sent any evidence for the claims the author of the Report below made. As a matter of policy, when a business joins Ripoff Report Corporate Advocacy, Business Remediation and Customer Satisfaction Program, .. Ripoff Report always emails everyone that filed a complaint so the member business could make things right with them…  our program calls for the member business to err on the side of the customer. (everything within reason)  It is our opinion, the Report below is bogus. Ripoff Report had a 3rd party verifier inspected the offices of Certified Forensic Loan Auditors who was found to be a qualified and legitimate business with the credentials and experience supporting this fact. If Certified Forensic Loan Auditors was that bad, Ripoff Report would have many more negative Reports about them from real customers. Why? because Certified Forensic Loan Auditors have been listed on Ripoff Report at the top of search engines since 2011. If Certified Forensic Loan Auditors was a bad company, more customers would have posted comments or filed new Ripoff Reports. Take the report below with a grain of salt. If anyone can send us supporting evidence, please let us know. support@ripoffreport.com

Beware Andrew P. Lehman Unlawfully Advertising Himself as an (((REDACTED)))!

Andrew P. Lehman is not (((REDACTED))) with the (((REDACTED))) yet advertises ‘Law Offices of Andrew P. Lehman' at 9663 Santa Monica Blvd. Ste. 766, Beverly Hills, CA 90210, telephone 310-598-5936' at these links:
http://localdirectory.azcentral.com/law+offices+of+andrew+p+lehman.9.53546563p.home.html
and http://da.lacounty.gov/feedback.htm#feedback 

His advertising conveys the impression that a licensed (((REDACTED))) works in that office.  Anyone can confirm for themselves that Mr. Lehman is in fact NOT a licensed (((REDACTED))) by going to this link to the (((REDACTED)))Member Directory and typing in ‘Andrew P. Lehman’:

http://members.calbar.ca.gov/fal/MemberSearch/FindLegalHelp

Anyone can see for themselves that The Los Angeles County Office of the District (((REDACTED))) link shows that what Mr. Lehman is doing is illegal. The Unauthorized Practice of Law Manual is at: http://da.lacounty.gov/pdf/UPLpublic.pdf?zoom_highlight=unauthorized+practice+of+law#search=

BELOW ARE THE HIGHLIGHTS FROM THAT PUBLICATION:

California statute §6126 Unlawful practice or advertising as crime

(a) Any person advertising or holding himself or herself out as practicing or entitled to practice law or otherwise practicing law who is not an active member of the State Bar, or otherwise authorized pursuant to statute or court rule to practice law in this State at the time of doing so, is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by up to one year in a county jail or by a fine of up to one thousand dollars ($1,000), or by both that fine and imprisonment.

(b) California courts have found the practice of law in circumstances including:
-Merely “holding oneself out” as a licensed attorney by a layman or suspended attorney, even if no actual legal services are rendered (Farnham v. State Bar (1976) 17 Cal.3d605)

False Advertising (Bus. And Prof. Code §17500 et seq.)

Also, any non-attorney who advertises or holds himself or herself out as a lawyer or as practicing law violates California’s false advertising statute, Business and Professions Code section 17500.

The untrue or misleading statements under section 17500 can take the form of affirmative misrepresentations or indirect deception by statements or inferences which omit material facts necessary to avoid misleading the consumer. For instance, use of the statement “Law Offices” in advertisements, without any further clarification about whether anyone employed in the business is fact a licensed attorney, may convey the impression that a licensed attorney works in that office.

The California Supreme Court has declared:
“[w]here, in the absence of an affirmative disclosure, consumers are likely to assume something which is not in fact true, the failure to disclose the true state of affairs can be misleading” and thereby a violation of the law. (Ford Motors Dealers Association v. DMV (1982) 32Cal.3d 347, 363-364)

Anyone can see for themselves that Mr. Lehman’s online advertising of himself renders him guilty of both the unauthorized practice of law and false advertising--both misdemeanors. The false advertising violation itself is punishable by a fine up to $2500 and by up to six months in county jail. The civil remedies under section 17500 (and the Unfair Competition Law) are potent, and may be even more effective than criminal sanctions in certain contexts.

I have read the other posts regarding Mr. Lehman's also advertiseing his business called ‘Certified Forensic Loan Auditors’ which states that it is ‘Attorney Operated’ at the following links, among others:

http://www.merchantcircle.com/business/CERTIFIED.FORENSIC.LOAN.AUDITORS.LLC.310-432-6304 and http://www.skepter.com/cat37-other-classes/page_4.html

Telephone calls placed to Certified Forensic Loan Auditors requesting the names and (((REDACTED))) license numbers of the ‘(((REDACTED))) Operators’ have proved unsuccessful. If anyone obtains this information, it should be posted for consumers, because Mr. Lehman (((REDACTED)))himself as an (((REDACTED))) with a law practice when he is not even an (((REDACTED))) licensed to practice law in California (or anywhere else, as far as our search can determine). 

Even a quick viewing of Mr. Lehman’s LinkedIn (the business network) profile proved to be troubling.  It advertises in the category of ‘Legal Services’ and the ‘Education’ section displays painfully obvious misleading academic information. Any consumer holding even a high school diploma knows a person must obtain a lower degree, such as an (AA/AS (Associate’s level) or BA/BS (Bachelor’s level) degree as a prerequisite to obtaining an MBA, MA, MS, or any other Master’s Degree.

YET--Mr. Lehman advertises that he obtained an MBA despite listing no Associate’s or Bachelor’s level degrees. He also advertises that he holds a Juris Doctorate (JD) from Southwestern University School of Law after attending it from 2002-2004. WHOOPS!  Not only is it unheard of for the majority of even the most able-minded of law graduates to obtain a JD (law degree) in less than a minimal 2.5-3 year period, full time, but a simple check of that law school confirms that it does not offer (nor has it ever offered) a two-year legal studies program leading to a JD . That school confirms that Andrew P. Lehman attended that school from August 2002-May 2004 and that he did not graduate.

Anyone reading rebuttals Mr. lehman posts can see he never actually answers to anything, and he seems unable to ever back up what he does say.  It's used-car salesman-level fluff, and it suggests that in his eyes people are not worthy of being dealt with honestly.  All he ever says in rebuttal is that someone is not following orders or that someone is a competitor.  So, let's get this straight Mr. Lehman.  Distributing facts is just a lot of trouble-making isn't it?  Maybe you won't think so when the authorities catch on with you, fine you, and toss you in (((REDACTED))).  Maybe you won't.  But people are smarter than you think they are, and most smarter than you because most people wouldn't lie so foolishly and expect to get away with it.  It's time to contact the (((REDACTED))) folks!

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2Employee/Owner

#5 REBUTTAL Owner of company

RETRACTION ~ Author of Report ~ Information was false and must be removed

AUTHOR: Ms. Robinson - (United States of America)

POSTED: Monday, October 17, 2011

THIS IS A FORMAL RETRACTION BY THE AUTHOR OF THIS REPORT...

The information contained in this report is the subject of a Federal Lawsuit for defamation which is fully and finally resolved.  I hereby retract all statements in this report in their entirety as they have no factual basis and are completely UNTRUE.

The information contained in this report is the subject of a Federal lawsuit for defamation which is fully and finally resolved.  I hereby retract all statements in this report in their entirety as they have no
factual basis and are completely UNTRUE.

The information contained in this report is the subject of a Federal
lawsuit for defamation which is fully and finally resolved.  I hereby
retract all statements in this report in their entirety as they have no
factual basis and are completely UNTRUE.

THIS IS A FORMAL RETRACTION BY THE AUTHOR OF THIS REPORT..

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#4 UPDATE Employee

ANDREW P LEHMAN IS AN INCREDIBLE EMPLOYER!

AUTHOR: Ms. Robinson - (United States of America)

POSTED: Friday, August 12, 2011

I will not address this complaint as it is baseless and completely
untrue.  Mr. Lehman is a very well respected and incredible person to
work for.  He always encourages employees and is a great motivator.  He
even has helped myself and others with personal loans and he prays with
his executive staff regularly.  He is a role model in his community and
among his associates.

As far as CFLA we are the Nation's Leading Experts in offering mortgage
Securitization Services and training, I believe the following testimonials speak for themselves.

Excellent information! The tracking of assignments, very thorough. Instructors knowledge of these securitization processes are very strong. CFLAs commitment is very strong to students and to excellence.

Carl L. W (Class on 07/22)

Although I have prior experience of 20 years of Mortgage Banking and
Real Estate, this class has given me a comprehensive edge over the average attorney and ultimate foreclosure defense! Thank you for taking me to the top.

Kartika K Class on 06/10)

I really enjoy the class. I met a lot of professionals and made strong connections. I feel fortunate to come across this class, from my
classmate. I would recommend this class to anyone moving forward.

Wook C(Class on 06/10)

This was an amazing seminar that gave me the knowledge to help Homeowners to fight for their Rights against greedy bankers and mortgage companies.

Saul G (Class 06/10)

Had a great time with the class and instructors, class was informative and I would recommend it to anyone who wants to learn more about Mortgage Securitization

Ellen R (Class 06/10)

Learn as much as you can. Think outside the box and be analytical.
Learning this will allow you to be helpful to the community as well as
society. Enjoy the fact that we are here to help. If I can help just
one person to stay in their home I have done society a world of good

Lakeisha R. B (Class 06/10)

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#3 Consumer Comment

CA State Bar Admonishes Lehman

AUTHOR: Liz - (U.S.A.)

POSTED: Wednesday, August 10, 2011

 While Mr. Lehman may be entitled to his own opinion, he is not entitled to his own version of reality when it comes to the statements made at RipOff Report.  I welcome the opportunity to present public access to the factual basis substantiating any and all claims I've made regarding Mr. Lehman and/or CFLA, and to the lack of factual basis upon which his response statements are made.

I first 'blew the whistle' on  Mr. Lehman for advertising himself as an (((REDACTED))), which he has denied in posts at this site, and even under oath in a complaint he filed in a California Federal Court. His complaint may be accessed and read by going to this link:
http://www.linkedin.com/profile/view?id=5699098&authType=name&authToken=LhBg&locale=en_US&pvs=pp&trk=ppro_viewmore
Once there, scroll to the bottom of the LinkedIn profile of our company to view these pdf files:

 CFLACmplt 

PcEAnswtoCFLACmpt
'LehmanadmnshdbyCABar'
You will see that in fact the (((REDACTED))) has warned Mr. Lehman about his (((REDACTED))).  This is the SAME Andrew P. Lehman who owns CFLA and is according to him its Managing Member and Sole Shareholder.
 
Any questions?
 

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#2 UPDATE Employee

CLAIMANT IS SUBJECT TO A FED CT JUDGMENT FOR DEFAMATION, SLANDER, POSTING IS COMPLETELY UNTRUE & MALICIOUS

AUTHOR: CFLA, LLC - (United States of America)

POSTED: Wednesday, June 29, 2011

Person making this Report is subject to a Judgment for Defamation, Slander, and several other Torts in the Federal District Court Central District of California CASE NO. CV 11-03848 CAS(FFMGx).  All of the above referenced information was MALICIOUS, UNTRUE, and MADE TO HARM TO BUSINESS INTERESTS & EXCELLENT REPUTATION OF CFLA. 

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#1 REBUTTAL Owner of company

FORMER EMPLOYEE -DISGRUNTLED AGAIN

AUTHOR: Certified Forensic Loan Auditors, L - (United States of America)

POSTED: Saturday, February 26, 2011

I wish these idiots would go away and quit harassing me with
this non sense, but apparently they have nothing better to do.

Were you ever my clients?  Did you retain my services? NO- NO

Than what are you talking about?

This Andrew Lehman is not practicing Law in California, nor does he have a law
practice in California.


Andrew Lehman does not even live in the State of California.  you have the wrong Andrew P Lehman.


Whichever websites these people are referring to are not controlled by me or my
staff.


That being said, this is more waste of my time.


NO ONE IS GOING TO JAIL.  THESE DOUGLAS RIAN & ELIZABETH JACOBSON ARE
THE PERSON'S MAKING THESE ridiculous claims, just an FYI to other business
people out there-



DO NOT HIRE DOUGLAS RIAN or PROFESSIONAL COMPLIANCE EXAMINERS or ELIZABETH
JACOBSON because when you fire them, they will harass you over and over and
over again over menial sums of money...



I HOPE THIS IS FAIR WARNING TO STAY AWAY FROM THESE PEOPLE!!!

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