Reviews

You would be naive to choose any other attorney in the state of California. We worked with over a dozen different legal teams across California, and Stephen was the only “human” we had the pleasure working with. Rather than equip us with toxic ammunition to attack each other through the court process (I promise you every other law office will try and put you on the offensive against your ex), he found common ground where there was none in sight, he led us to peace when the violence/confrontation was at an all time high. I don’t write reviews, but given the weight of going through a divorce, I felt compelled to share this. So whoever reads this, knows they need not search any further for their divorce attorney. The process sucks but Stephen makes it bearable while being genuine and TRUSTWORTHY. It’s SoCal, not common in an attorney. Hope this helps someone going in to what I just came out of.

Stephen Chen was absolutely great to work with in my divorce. I met with many attorneys prior to Stephen, all who seemed competent but pushed to take the most difficult and expensive route possible. Stephen understood my situation, listened to what I wanted and how I wanted it handled and he delivered it. I am very thankful for how painless he made the process for me. Each time we met, he was fully caught up on my case and I didn't need to remind him of my details or particulars. If you are in the unfortunate situation of needing a Family Law Attorney you will be doing yourself a favor by contacting his office.

STEPHEN CHEN was a God send in my divorce case matters. First off, he and his associate Nora will so gentle, clear, and thorough explaining the process of how it all works, what to expect, what it will cost, and if they thought they can make a difference in my case. After interviewing 3 offices, it was clear I was going with Stephen. Stephen is a husband and a father, and he really gave me great advice on how to approach my case, rooting in integrity and fairness. He wasn't pushing me to do what's best for me, but what was best for my family. And that showed me he really cares about humanity. He's not a yes man, but a great man! My case went as smooth as a baby's but. I only ended up paying $150 more than the original retainer you projected based on what my case would entail, which was so honorable, as many would be afraid of more bills stacking up. My case reached a settlement within 2 months, and the court approved it within 24 hours. It was honestly record time with no bumps or bruises. I can't thank Stephen enough, and I will consider him a friend for life now. I would hire him in a second again, but hopefully I won't have to to through another divorce. :). Lots of love

If you don't believe there are good lawyers in this world that are not just out for money, then you haven't met Stephen. I needed a good lawyer for my contentious divorce and Stephen was my number one pick based off reviews and after our consult, I knew I wanted him on my side. I liked how he was straight to the point but also offered compassion and words of encouragement when things got tough. He even told me how I should compile discovery to make it less work for him and ultimately less expensive and I really appreciated that. His billing was extremely fair for his level of work and he didn't nickel and dime everything. He also took us down the path of least resistance and most cost effective. I never had to initiate anything or reach out asking for updates because he was always on the ball and has lightening fast response times. He did everything he could to keep me out of court and he not only did that but we settled on a number that was below my max. I'm forever grateful to Stephen for guiding me through these rough 9 months and leaving me in a good spot for the next chapter of my life. If you find yourself needing a family lawyer, please do yourself a favor and meet with Stephen first. I cant recommend him enough.

Finding someone you feel Comfortable with for this process isn’t easy as well as making sure you get what you pay for. Stephen did a great job handling my divorce. He was always on the ball and easy to contact and respond to questions I had. Thankful it’s over !

Stephen Chen and his services are impeccable! When it comes to family law, there are often a lot of uncertainties, fear, and trauma surrounding the thing most precious to us all...Our children! Stephen is an extremely skilled and thorough attorney, who somehow has also maintained the ability to encompass empathy for the requirement to even need his services. Which alone is a foreign and lost skill with MOST high-priced attorneys! They always tend to make you feel like they're doing you a favor, even though you may be paying exasperated costs for their services! But not with Stephen! Stephen assisted my family with recovering our abducted child who had been whisked to another State; a state unwilling to consider the already sole legal and physical custody orders previously obtained in California, many years prior to the abduction. Stephen did not leave my family's side until all required legal formalities were met, and our loved one was returned. How can you put a value or determine the cost on the safe return of your abducted child? You can't! But Stephen's costs and expenses, and itemized explanation of costs, only relieved an already traumatic situation! He's just the BEST! Professional, Thorough, Communicative, Comparably Priced, Great Follow Up and Follow Through...And absolutely the attorney YOU NEED to help you with your difficult situation! Don't believe me...Just schedule your consultation and thank me later!

Stephen is an exceptional and compassionate attorney. He guided me through many nuances and details of a complex divorce. He is innovative and a strong advocate for his client. He is also affordable, which is very important. His billing practices are fair and reasonable - he does not waste time or create any unnecessary work. Highly recommended.

I can't say enough how grateful I am to have found Stephen to guide me in such a challenging divorce, especially with kids involved and having a difficult time to communicate and reach an agreement with my ex. He is a strategist, extremely professional and knowledgable of the Law. At the same time he is sensible and attentive to his clients. We were finally able to settle our case after more than a year in the process, avoiding litigation which would be terribly stressful for the kids and saving a lot of money, time and stress. Stephen is the best!

Stephen and Ñora made our divorce process as simple as it can get. Granted we were uncontested, they took care of everything digitally, were VERY organized and precise, and so professional. I highly recommend this team to anyone needing help with getting family matters resolved the right way. Straight to the point and genuinely just wants to help you get your case resolved so you can continue living your life. Thanks for making this as painless as possible. You guys rock

Stephen is honest, compassionate, and will get you through *what may feel like* the most difficult time in your life in one piece. He's truly great at his job.

Divorce is not easy but hiring Stephen Chen was the best decision I made. He listened carefully to what I wanted and effectively obtained a favorable outcome for my case. No detail was overlooked in my divorce settlement and Stephen ensured my interests were protected. Stephen addressed all my concerns and questions, always responding promptly to emails and phone calls. He demonstrated an ability to respond with patience and provided guidance based on his professional knowledge. I would highly recommend Stephen for any area of family law!

I hired Stephen to put together a “fair and reasonable” settlement. Not the usual "win" mentality. He did an excellent job. He presented opportunities and approaches, including ones that could possibly net more but held true to my philosophy. Additionally, he was amazingly professional. His timeliness was excellent. Conversations were always meaningful and concise. A real benefit in an hourly rate situation. He is passionate about his work and was empathetic about my situation. He was always aware of even the smallest details of the case. I never felt I was just another client. I felt like I had a friend helping me through the process. He’s everything you could want in an attorney. I highly recommend Stephen for family law.