Reviews

Eli Hammond is a compassionate and extremely competent attorney. Watching him in court, he is very skilled, aggressive and a great advocate for his client. The legal advice he provided me has been practical, assertive and caring. I have recommended Eli Hammond to many friends and family over the years and everyone I have recommended to him has come back thanking me for the referral. Elena

Last November I left my wife after years of dysfunction and drama. A few weeks after I left, my ex served me with divorce papers. She hired an attorney, and she was out to burn me. She was wanting full custody of our son, child support, spousal support, and attorney's fees from me. She alleged that I was a drug addict and a violent husband. Needless to say, I realized it was time for a lawyer. I had a few phone consultations before I called CnG. Once I spoke with C&G, I felt like they were the firm for the job. I met with an attorney named Eli Hammond. Once I met with Eli, I explained to him the situation, and I explained to him my desired outcome. Eli really took the time to listen and ask questions, and he seemed genuine. I was charged a $3500 dollar retainer, and Eli Hammond officially became my divorce lawyer. After I further explained the relationship problems with my ex, with the physical abuse at me over the years, and verbal/mental abuse towards the kids, Eli immediately suggested that I file a restraining order against my ex. So, I did. We won the order of protection, and my ex was given a stiff dose of reality. She immediately expedited the RO hearing, and we were scheduled to appear in court a few days later. long story short, My RO was upheld and her counter RO was denied! What a victory, seemed justice was working! My son was returned to me after weeks without seeing him. The next time we went to court we were scheduled for custody mediation. I asked for 50-50 custody, she wasn't budging however. She insisted on wanting full custody. So, we saw the judge and the judge ordered 50-50 custody for my son and 8 hours visitation a week with my step daughter(who I raised most her life) I was especially impressed about my daughter because I have no legal rights to her honestly. But Eli was good, explaining everything in detail to the judge. This custody order was temporary until we returned to finalize the divorce. In turn I dropped my restraining order so the kids could see their mom. Eli went to work, contacting my witness list of people who had witnessed my ex hit me or abuse me. He gathered multiple witness statements, and he was able to submit them to the judge as bargaining power in case we went to trial. Trial was postponed until July, 8 months later. Over that span, Eli remained in contact with me, my exs attorney, and he was able to schedule a sit down with me, my ex, and our lawyers to attempt to solve the divorce. My ex and I didn't own too many things, vehicles and furniture, a couple atvs, and a hot tub. She had 25000 in her IRA, but not much else. We had similar incomes, although on paper my ex made more. I was asking for 50-50 custody, splitting holidays and costs for my son. I asked for 8 hours a week with my step daughter, zero alimony, zero child support, and half the marital assets. My ex was asking for 100% custody with support and alimony, and no assets to be given to me. Eli had developed such a strong case against my ex that he thought I would win full custody. He explained this to the opposing council, and he used the facts of the case as leverage to negotiate a great order! As of last week, I am divorced!! I got 50-50 custody, Zero child support/alimony, and all marital assests divided!! I couldn't have asked for a more perfect outcome! Needless to say, it was a huge win, and I owe so much to Eli and to Claery and Green! Getting divorced is not easy. It was definitely a transition for me. I have struggled to pay the balance owed to the firm, but they have been so patient and cool, and still represented me, even after I was behind over 4 months with the bill! Truly, I would HIGHLY recommend the firm to anyone going through a tricky divorce! These guys are truly the best in the business, and they deliver results! Thanks Eli, thanks C&G, and all those involved!

This law firm is awful! They have you pay for a retainer to start, then every day are asking for more money for something else. Not to mention they will pass you from one Jr attorney to the next. I started the process of trying to gain custody of my children, and thought that I was hiring Lance Cleary. Only to find out that he doesn't practice anymore, he only advises the Jr attorneys. My case was then given to Andrew Tran, who sounded like he knew what he was doing. But when my case went to the court he couldn't show up and had another Jr attorney show up for him. Then I guess he was to busy or couldn't handle the work load because he handed it off to the other Jr attorney. I can't give you a review on her because the Judge decided that San Diego did not have jurisdiction. I would absolutely NOT recommend this law firm for family matters.

Failed to move simple case forward - TWICE - by simply not sending clients the documents to fill out. Kept billing of course. After the the first time you'd think the client wouldn't have to follow up to be sure everything is moving forward, but you'd be wrong because that's exactly what happened. At least three attorneys came and went in our basic case (hopefully they took their career to better places). Hire a paralegal instead or learn to be one because even filing and mailing was beyond their abilities in our experience.

Robert Lemle represented me as my attorney in a difficult personal injury case. He was knowledgeable, tenacious, tough and professional. As my attorney, Robert Lemle was able to cut through the diversionary tactics of the opposing insurance company and bring the case to a successful conclusion. He provided excellent counsel, offered an effective strategy and executed the strategy in an expert manner. I would highly recommend the services of the Lemle Law Group.

I paid them to tell me that I needed to file papers. When I didn't have enough for the court documents they continued to bill me. Even now they continue to bill me when then never even did anything for me or my child custody case. Claery & Green LLP is a utter and complete FRAUD!!!!! DO NOT WORK WITH THESE PEOPLE!!!! THEY DON'T WANT TO HELP YOU ALL THEY WANT IS YOUR MONEY!!!!

it is an embarrassment walking into court with eli Hammond doesn't seem to know what he's doing,stutters to much doesn't know how to fill out paper work from court didn't get any type of respect from the judge i highly don't recommend this firm too anyone i was quoted one price an charge triple the amount for him just to show an didn't have anything to say i have the by far the worst experience ever with this firm.

Great people and they helped me get my son back. Highly recommended.

I can't give zero so I have to give one. Trying to bill me 30,000 dollars for a restraining order I never should have gotten awarded against me. LET ME REPEAT 30,000 DOLLARS FOR A RESTRAINING ORDER. Basically won the case and the lawyers pressed me for depositions etc. The entire thing took over six months. I was divorced for a fraction of the cost they are trying to bill me. Horrible service, inarticulate lawyers that were an embarrassment to stand next to, and ultimately, it all cost me the case and several thousand dollars for nothing. They are unwilling to help in most cases and the only time I really heard from them was from billing. THEY DO NOT CARE ABOUT YOU OR THE OUTCOME OF YOUR CASE--STAY AWAY FROM THESE PEOPLE AT ALL COST. If you fail to believe me, contact me personally and I will be glad to prove how horrible they are.

My son was attacked by a dog, causing him serious injuries. I retained McGee & Lerer after the dog owners and their insurance company tried to brush off the incident and responded in a rude and mute manner. I frequently work with attorneys because of my business, so I can tell a professional and caring lawyer when I see one; and Catherine Lerer is certainly one of them. She and her staff worked very hard and did a splendid job in representing my son. I would definitely recommend this law firm to anyone who may have a personal injury case. Unlike other attorneys, they do not put your case in an assembly line.

Great Experience.. Thank you so much for your knowledge , support and direction... Most importantly your customer service.. You made a difficult situation almost easy.. Thanks so much!

Hi there!!! I was extremely pleased with the outcome of my custody and child support case. Everyone in the firm was so loving and understanding to my situation. I really appreciated the hard work and dedication that was given to my case. I can truly say that everyone went above and beyond. I wasn't very familiar with the legal terminology and they made sure to explain everything to me in detail. They were so reassuring. I'm sure I drove them crazy at times....lol. Thank you so much Autumn for preparing me for court and reassuring me that everything will be just fine. Michael you were fabulous in court and on point about everything!!!! Thank You, Thank You, and Thank You!!!!!!! ;-)