Luis Santiago Valencia, experienced Litigation attorney in Cerritos, CA with 198 reviews
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Luis Santiago Valencia

10900 183rd St # 171 D, Cerritos, CA

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2008:
University of California at Los Angeles School of Law, JD - Juris Doctor
2008:
Univ of California at Los Angeles, BA - Bachelor of Arts

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4.8 198 reviews
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Sofia nelson

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15 Dec, 2024
They did an awesome job on my case and was very helpful.
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Sijia liu

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12 Dec, 2024
Professional and responsive! Highly recommend.
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John halili

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07 Dec, 2024
The team helped and always answered my calls.
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Pros
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Exceptional legal expertise and professionalism
“Top-notch legal expertise coupled with a client-first approach. This injury attorney's dedication to securing favorable outcomes is evident in every case they handle.”
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Responsive and attentive communication
“They were extremely responsive and attentive to my needs throughout the entire process.”
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Compassionate and supportive service
“The team is exceptional. From the first communication through settlement, listened to and advocated for me.”
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Efficient and timely case handling
“They literally laid out everything perfectly, and they make you feel super confident.”
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Reasonable and transparent pricing
“Their prices for the services are reasonable.”
Cons
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Inconsistent quality of service from different team members
“The Spanish speaking lady treated me badly and made me feel ignored.”
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Potential delays or issues with certain case types
“Horrible service, thief's and deceiving people. Not professional at all.”

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LAUSD, 18th Street and inner ethnic gangs

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