Reviews

Dallas helped our family through a very difficult and complicated custody case and we are very grateful for his expertise. Our case was not straightforward, to say the least. Dallas was extremely responsive and patient. His professionalism and skills are bar none. If we ever have a need for a family law attorney in the future (Let's hope not!) he would be the first call we make. His paralegal, Karyn is always there to help as well. Fantastic office all the way around.

I will be grateful to Dallas all the days of my life. He understands the significance of court battles for child custody and preserving relationships between co-parents and families, even in highly difficult circumstances. There is no doubt in my mind that he aims to first preserve a marriage and family unit. If that is not to be, he is very wise, supportive and also highly empathetic in helping a client proceed with the divorce process in the best possible manner. This was my experience with Dallas. He went above and beyond the call of duty for my immediate Butler family and I. He even offered to have family phone calls with us all which helped all of my family and I to better be on the same page and remain united throughout all stretches of a highly difficult family and legal situation. My family and I love Dallas and consider him a part of our family. There is not a person on the planet that I would not recommend to Dallas given a need for his services.

Dallas helped my family navigate through a difficult child custody visitation and support matter. His competency, knowledge, attention to detail, kindness, and confidence made all the difference for us. I can't imagine working with anyone else.

Dallas represented a man who I just recently married. Dallas taught my husband all he knows about how to communicate with a difficult ex wife while fighting hard for him to gain 50/50 custody of his children. Dallas is a wonderful life coach in addition to excellent lawyer. He is good with people and loves his clients. I would have never married my husband if it weren't for the help Dallas gave him in the past. My husband has handled his divorce in a way that will make our lives together better in the future. That help and assistance came from Dallas.

I am so thankful I happened upon this attorney. Due to the expense and importance of the proceedings to your family, you will need the very best attorney to represent you through the legal labyrinth. Once Dallas was hired, my case proceeded just as he told me it would. I had complex custody and child support issues. I was ready to fight as long as it took... but guess what? Suddenly, Dallas had a settlement offer ready before my next hearing. It was nice to know I could accept the offer or continue to fight. Dallas informed me about the pros and cons of settling or continuing to fight, without any pressure to pick one avenue over another. But he kept me informed all the way through. Dallas actually listens to you, his client, very carefully. I've had several different attorneys since divorcing my litigious X, so I can say Dallas is a real catch for anyone facing the daunting and expensive legal system. Dallas also will fight to protect and ensure the safety and security of all involved children. Dallas has spectacular communication skills, and has a special ability to distill what is important and what is not. He will help you, during emotional times, to find the signal and discard the noise.

Dallas Simkins was my lawyer. He was amazing. He understood the legal and financial issues well. He stood up for me with the other attorney and in the courtroom. My case has gone on long enough that i have had several attorneys and the other side has had several attys, so i have seen the spectrum of potential talent and ability and Mr. Simkins was by far the best for me. He helped restore rights that my previous attorney gave away so casually.

We retained the services of Dallas Simkins in our attempt to gain grandparent visitation.  Mr. Simkins was careful to point out that such cases are rare, but that our situation did meet the requirements under California case law.  He also warned us that the process would likely take about a year, that it would be relatively expensive, and that there was no guarantee of winning.  He was very careful and thorough in preparing our case, and did an excellent job of keeping us focused on what we needed to prove to win our case, letting us vent when our emotions got to us, sympathizing, and then reminding us what was necessary and what was just "noise".  He asked appropriate, pointed questions of the court-appointed evaluator, which the evaluator answered in his report to the court.  We believe that this, more than anything else, led to a successful resolution of our case.  We were consistently impressed with Mr. Simkins's demeanor, knowledge of the law, and patience with us through this long emotional ordeal.  We believe anybody would be lucky to have him in their corner in a similar situation.

Dallas helped me with an alimony matter where I was being dragged back to court four times for more alimony when it was already concluded. The first few times I represented myself. Then.... I found Dallas! Tadah!! He read the fine print of orders I didn't even know were given, in the minutes of the case. Wow. He slam-dunked this issue legally, professionally, and with humor. What a wonderful, creditable lawyer. Thank you, Dallas!!

I am a female and I needed someone to stand up for my rights in the court system. Going to court is not an experience that you plan for and you need to be able to have trust in the person representing you. Dallas Simkins was that person for me. He listened to my issues and concerns and explained each step of the process that was going to happen. He was honest, direct and companionate to my situation. When it came time to go to court it was very comforting and very clear he had my best interest in the fore front. He was not the type of attorney that wants to just settle to make it easy for them. Dallas is a very competent, knowledgeable of the laws and court system and a vey ethical attorney.

Dallas has represented me in highly complex and conflictual family law matters including divorce, custody, child/spousal support, arrears, etc. He is extremely detailed, articulate, professional and fair minded yet firm. He is confident in the law and the courtroom and has advocated, facilitated and succeeded in upholding the law in the best interest of my family.

On September 13, 2016 I consulted with Mr. Simkins. He was very organized and detail oriented. He recognized mistakes in my case that other attorneys overlooked. His advice put me on a better path to win my ongoing child custody case. I appreciate his advice and highly recommend his services. Thank You!

I had a difficult situation with arrears and I was at the end of my child support when my ex-wife tried to get me for an additional $80K, Dallas fought for me and he succeeded in defending my position. He is not only a great and competent attorney but a better person who cares for his clients. Thanks Dallas for being my "b*tching post" all those months. :)