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Hon. Michael I. LevanasJudgeSuperior CourtLos Angeles
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Comment # Occupation Rating CommentsDate & Time Actions
131407LitigantNo RatingI am an attorney but appeared in front of this RETIRED judge as a plaintiff in a small claims hearing. He was extremely rude to me, cutting me off mid sentence and yelling at me for no reason. He is the typical crotchety old man. ...Read More03/10/2025 05:23 PMContact reviewer
120037OtherNo RatingClearly Judge Levanas loves his work and treats the court process and each person involved with a deep respect. It was a joy to be in his courtroom as a potential juror. I did not have to serve ultimately but witnessed him over 4 ...Read More08/17/2023 07:37 PMContact reviewer
104921Criminal Defense Lawyer
View Details		Excellent judge. Fair, treats all parties with respect, listens to the evidence, and makes sound rulings.05/17/2022 03:31 PMContact reviewer
103503Criminal Defense Lawyer
View Details		He was very competent, intelligent, even-tempered, and fair. I was granted a permanent DVRO, where other party and his attorney were trash-talking me and had no evidence. I had plenty of evidence. Judge Levanas saw right through o...Read More03/17/2022 10:24 AMContact reviewer
55858OtherNo RatingLavanas did not read any of the evidence I placed into the courts he heard lies and dishonesty and completely ignored it. I find him to be heartless and racist. He discriminates 's against those who may lack education or court exp...Read More05/09/2018 08:20 PMContact reviewer
49499OtherNo RatingWe requested a re-hearing which is guaranteed "as of right" by WIC 252 since there was no official reporter (court reporter) at the hearing. Judge Michael I. Levanas, as the presiding judge, ignored the plane language of WIC 252 a...Read More05/16/2017 02:25 PMContact reviewer
36877Criminal Defense Lawyer
View Details		He is unjust and a part of the good old boy system. He dose not care for the truth only his friendship with is lawyer buddies. He uses his position to further his friends. I'm glad he is know longer a probate Judge but any where h...Read More08/13/2015 03:39 AMContact reviewer
34386OtherNo RatingUnfair and unjust sides with lawyers that are his friend instead of the truth. Contradicts himself and is not a man of his word. He side with those who have money and allows his friend to get away with lying under oath.04/25/2015 05:36 PMContact reviewer
33793OtherNo RatingI dealt with Judge Levanas for years before he went to his new post. I ALWAYS found him to be fair and VERY patient. Over the past 4 1/2 years I have sat through lots of drama from other cases in his courtroom and could not believ...Read More04/01/2015 01:25 PMContact reviewer
28739Criminal Defense LawyerNo RatingThis Sterling case shows he is abomination in the legal world. What a disgrace and certainly not fit to sit on the bench.08/12/2014 03:28 PMContact reviewer
26772LitigantNo RatingHas lost his judicial inquisitiveness, maybe he never had it though. He should not be on the bench.05/05/2014 10:49 AMContact reviewer
23117LitigantNo RatingAwful. He didn't remember anything that was testified to, other than the crooked attorney who we're fighting against. This attorney stands to steal our last asset, and Judge Levanas hasn't paid attention to the facts. He has delay...Read More08/31/2013 01:14 AMContact reviewer
21421OtherNo RatingI think Judge Levanas is fair, demonstrates professionalism and expertise. He can be abrupt, but only in the face of ill-preparedness or incompetence. His courtroom runs smoothly and he can, on occasion, show a good sense of hum...Read More04/29/2013 06:41 PMContact reviewer
20793LitigantNo RatingI was reading a recent Praise of Judge Michael I. Levanas. If this is a true endorsement Judge Levanas must have mended his ways. I have been dealing with this Judge in my probate matter for several years & I have never seen this ...Read More03/28/2013 02:05 PMContact reviewer
20789Civil Litigation - Private
View Details		He conducted our settlement conference and was instrumental in getting the other side (a highly emotional pro per who wouldn't listen to anyone regarding the legal merits) to settle for a reasonable sum. He was compassionate with...Read More03/28/2013 12:49 PMContact reviewer
20732LitigantNo RatingDoes not listen,shows bias towards certain attorneys,& litigants does not use the evidence or facts that are presented to him.Only his opinion matters. He is Rude & is to old to be in touch with the reality of your case.03/24/2013 11:38 PMContact reviewer
16286OtherNo RatingHe allows his "intellect" to take over vs. the facts presented in front of him. Transfer your case out of his department immediately. I'm partially convinced he is a judge that only aims to keep his job alive by creating more he...Read More07/15/2012 11:43 AMContact reviewer
15881LitigantNo RatingArrogant, behaves like a bully. Absolutely ignorant of elder abuse issues or doesn't care. Shameful misuse of obvious intelligence or clever use of laziness- either inexcusable.07/03/2012 03:27 PMContact reviewer
3176Civil Litigation - Private
View Details		Doesn't seem to be inclined to decide anything. "Let's have another hearing..."; "I sit as a court of equity and want to do the 'right thing.'" Justice delayed is justice denied and the clients run out of money - bad for clients ...Read More10/21/2008 04:40 PMContact reviewer

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