Wolder & Associates, APC is dedicated to providing quality legal representation to the construction, engineering and real estate community. What sets us apart from other firms is our dedication to being responsive to our clients' needs, while maintaining cost effective approach. We understand that 95% of all disputes center around money and that your legal team must deliver value added results.
Our firm works on both contingency and hourly basis or a combination of both. You are advised that the acts of sending e-mail to or viewing information from this website does not create an attorney-client relationship | The verdicts and settlements listings are not a guarantee or prediction of the outcome of any other claims.
Our firm works on both contingency and hourly basis or a combination of both. You are advised that the acts of sending e-mail to or viewing information from this website does not create an attorney-client relationship | The verdicts and settlements listings are not a guarantee or prediction of the outcome of any other claims.
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At Wolder & Associates, APC, we are constantly keeping up to date with the latest statutes and case law and are experts at getting insurance coverage for most cases. Wolder & Associates, APC has prosecuted and defended numerous soil and landslide cases involving millions of dollars in property damage.
As a former mechanical engineer with Fluor Engineers & Constructors, Inc, Mr. Wolder understands engineering, design and construction from a practical perspective as well as from a legal perspective. Short term solutions in the field or in the court room often lead to disastrous results. We provide our clients with cost effective options, learned from years of practice and knowledge that obtain the results our clients expect of their legal team.
Transactions in real estate can be as simple as purchasing a home or as complicated as a public works project on private property, constructed by a private developer and a lease back provision wherein the public entity owns the land and building at the end of the lease.
Wolder & Associates, APC has provided contracts, legal opinions, leases and advice on easements, title disputes, lot line adjustments and payment remedies including mechanic's lien and stop payment notices to owners, developers and contractors for over 25 years.
Wolder & Associates, APC has provided contracts, legal opinions, leases and advice on easements, title disputes, lot line adjustments and payment remedies including mechanic's lien and stop payment notices to owners, developers and contractors for over 25 years.
Wolder & Associates, APC has successfully represented several large homeowner associations in construction defect and soils related litigation and is currently general counsel to an uber-exclusive homeowners association in South Orange County where the average home is valued at more than $8 million dollars.
Partnership disputes, stock purchase and buyouts, purchase and sale agreements, covenants not to complete and non-disclosure agreements are all matters that Wolder & Associates, APC have handled over the last 25 years. We have assisted clients in preparing the necessary documentation, registering the new entities with the State and Federal Government, and assisted in transferring licenses where applicable.
Reviews (18)
Iris Q.
Aug 19, 2021
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Mr. Wolder and his team are extremely professional, compassionate, and understanding. Mike has helped us with various matters regarding real estate and construction. He is always very responsive and explains everything in a very straightforward manner. He is someone we trust and is such a pleasure to work with. I would highly recommend anyone to reach out to him. You will not go wrong by choosing this firm to represent you.
Chris M.
Jul 09, 2021
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Landon R.
Mar 12, 2021
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I'm very happy with my experience with Mike. He was very knowledgeable and straightforward, as well as responsive. We had an issue with our landlord not returning the security deposit and Michael did everything he could, even initially sending a letter to the landlord at no charge to us. I would recommend him to anyone with landlord issues.
Brian M.
Dec 15, 2020
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I sent a query to several law firms about a rather simple matter relating to making a title transfer that would be exempt from re-valuation provisions of Prop 13. I got an email response from this law firm - from the owner, not some clerk - that was shockingly off base. Either he didn't read my query or he doesn't understand the law at all. Even I knew his response was just plain wrong, and what he suggested was the opposite of what was needed. All the other law firms who responded to my query understood what I wanted, and I proceeded to get it done with one of them.
Nichole C.
Nov 18, 2020
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A breath of fresh air in the legal profession is an understatement. Mr. Wolder has been my go to for real estate advice for the past couple years. Anytime I reach out, he responds promptly with an easy to understand, knowledgeable answer. A few years ago, I tried to speak with an attorney for the first time, paid $450 for an hour just to have an initial conversation that led no where. Shortly after, I found Mr. Wolder on Yelp. He discussed the issue with me and gave me advice before we discussed any kind of cost. I mention that to show he's not after your money, he truly wants to help. For
Dana P.
Nov 12, 2020
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Mr. Wolder is a breath of fresh air in the legal profession. He's responsive which is so important but more importantly is his ultra-confident approach to the legal challenge. Many attorneys play it too safe (the self-preservation game) with "well it depends" answers leaving you stressed and allowing the issue too much room for negotiation or interpretation within the law. Mr. Wolder gives definitive and clear answers which indicate he will go to the mat and pursue the issue with confidence. Too many attorneys leave the outcome up to the participants in the process causing
Tamar S.
Jul 13, 2020
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We used Wolder & Associates for a landlord tenant dispute. We were very happy with their services on every level. The dispute was settled to our satisfaction with the best outcome possible. Mr Wolder and his firm were a pleasure to work with. They are approachable, easy to contact and communicate with, fair with their billing and obtained an excellent result. We would highly recommend them.
Thomas W.
May 23, 2020
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Danielle S.
May 02, 2020
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Our family recently went through a horrible situation with mold in the rental home we were living in. Our son was severely effected and we were finacially hurt as a result. When we found Mike he was honest and helpful. He truly cared about our situation and wanted to help. He has been such a blessing to us and if you need an honest man to help you have come to the right place!
Sherwin S.
Feb 23, 2020
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I had an issue with my home and I wasn't sure how to proceed. After I talked to Mike about my case, he quickly contacted all involved parties. In the end, I got the results I was looking for from both the HOA and builder with very little hassle. I am very pleased with Mike and would recommend him to everyone.
Lauri B.
Feb 12, 2020
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Krell S.
Aug 20, 2019
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Marilou F.
Jul 13, 2019
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I can't thank you enough for Wolder and Associates, as our counsel and arranging the mediation between our Property Manager and the Landlord with regards to our Security Deposit.
We were so frustrated and disappointed with the outcome of our deposit upon receiving the final accounting resulting only to a portion to none remaining deposit. As a tenant we know our responsibility. We took care of the house carefully and we left it as is when we first moved in.
We knew that we are being played and cheated by the Management and the Landlord. We do not know what to do after communicating, questioning
We were so frustrated and disappointed with the outcome of our deposit upon receiving the final accounting resulting only to a portion to none remaining deposit. As a tenant we know our responsibility. We took care of the house carefully and we left it as is when we first moved in.
We knew that we are being played and cheated by the Management and the Landlord. We do not know what to do after communicating, questioning
M. C.
Sep 02, 2018
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Mike Wolder is Trust worthy, reliable, with integrity and down to earth.
I had a situation that I attempted to resolve on my own to no avail. I felt that my situation was hopeless and I would be forced to "fold" with a very unrealistic insurance company. All I wanted was a realistic assessment from the insurance adjuster. (I'm guessing that insurance companies are NOT about helping victims.) I was literally forced to find an attorney to assist and give the insurance company a "reality check."
I called several attorneys but didn't feel comfortable or that I was getting
I had a situation that I attempted to resolve on my own to no avail. I felt that my situation was hopeless and I would be forced to "fold" with a very unrealistic insurance company. All I wanted was a realistic assessment from the insurance adjuster. (I'm guessing that insurance companies are NOT about helping victims.) I was literally forced to find an attorney to assist and give the insurance company a "reality check."
I called several attorneys but didn't feel comfortable or that I was getting
Hannah L.
May 05, 2018
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Regina S.
Jan 09, 2018
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Lucky D.
Nov 01, 2017
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Lacy F.
Nov 09, 2015
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Working with Mike Wolder was truly such a pleasure! After being told by several people that I needed to hire a lawyer I reached out to Mike, from the minute I first started speaking with him I instantly felt comfortable and felt as though he was taking the time to actually listen to my situation and gave me the feeling that he was going to be very hands on. Mike then took the time to review my case and was able to help me formulate a plan and provide me with guidance for moving forward. His quick replies and updates really set him apart from any attorney I've dealt with. Mike did a fantastic
