Brian Raymond Cullen, Foreclosure Attorney in Santa Monica, California
Over 29 years of legal practice · focused on Foreclosure and Real Estate
Santa Monica, CA
Practicing foreclosure in Santa Monica since 1997.
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- Years practicing
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Brian Raymond Cullen is an attorney based in Santa Monica, CA. The practice focuses on Foreclosure and Real Estate. Brian has over 29 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Santa Monica, CA
- Experience
- over 29 years
- Known for
- Foreclosure · Real Estate
- Handles Foreclosure and Real Estate matters from Santa Monica, CA.
- Over 29 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Brian Raymond Cullen: Brian Raymond Cullen is an attorney based in Santa Monica, CA. The practice focuses on Foreclosure and Real Estate. Brian has over 29 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Brian takes on
Brian concentrates on foreclosure and real estate. Each area below outlines the kind of case Brian handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Foreclosure cases in Santa Monica, California
Brian takes foreclosure matters in Santa Monica, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Brian agrees to represent you.
Real Estate cases in Santa Monica, California
Brian takes real estate matters in Santa Monica, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Brian agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Brian Raymond Cullen — foreclosure lawyer in Santa Monica
Brian Raymond Cullen is an attorney based in Santa Monica, CA. The practice focuses on Foreclosure and Real Estate. Brian has over 29 years of legal experience.
Brian Raymond Cullen is a lawyer practicing real estate, foreclosure. Brian received a degree from Loyola Law School, Los Angeles, CA, and has been licensed for 29 years. Brian practices in Santa Monica, CA.
How Brian handles foreclosure matters
Brian Raymond Cullen is a lawyer practicing real estate, foreclosure. Brian received a degree from Loyola Law School, Los Angeles, CA, and has been licensed for 29 years. Brian practices in Santa Monica, CA.
The kind of cases Brian takes
Brian reviews new inquiries case-by-case for foreclosure and real estate matters in Santa Monica and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Loyola Law School, Los Angeles, CA Univ of California Berkeley, Berkeley, CA
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Jurisdictions
Brian's state bar admissions
California
1997 · ACTIVE
Brian studied at — in Loyola Law School, Los Angeles, CA Univ of California Berkeley, Berkeley, CA.
Law school and academic background
Brian completed — in Loyola Law School, Los Angeles, CA Univ of California Berkeley, Berkeley, CA. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Brian runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Brian Raymond Cullen's office in Santa Monica
Brian's primary office is at 814 6th St Apt 2, Santa Monica, CA, 90403-1418. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Brian Raymond Cullen — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new foreclosure attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Brian usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Brian charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Brian's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Brian will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a foreclosure attorney in Santa Monica, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many foreclosure matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Brian
Brian discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in foreclosure practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every foreclosure matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Brian confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Brian's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many foreclosure practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Brian Raymond Cullen
How much does it cost to hire Brian for a foreclosure case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Brian walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Brian offer a free consultation?
Brian charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Brian's office. Some foreclosure attorneys offer free consults — check Brian's current terms during booking.
How long do foreclosure cases in California typically take?
Simple foreclosure matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Brian gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Brian take my case if I'm outside Santa Monica?
Brian is licensed in California. Matters governed by California law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Brian will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Brian?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Brian will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Brian accepting new foreclosure clients right now?
Brian's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Foreclosure attorneys serving Santa Monica, Los Angeles and San Francisco in California
Brian handles foreclosure matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified foreclosure attorneys in that community.
- Santa Monica2,756 attorneys
- Los Angeles39,975 attorneys
- San Francisco26,380 attorneys
- San Diego16,903 attorneys
- Sacramento10,561 attorneys
- Irvine6,831 attorneys
- Oakland5,709 attorneys
- San Jose5,009 attorneys
- Palo Alto4,084 attorneys
- Beverly Hills3,348 attorneys
- Newport Beach3,106 attorneys
- Pasadena2,894 attorneys
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