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David Andrew Brown, experienced Trusts attorney in Newport Beach, CA with 129 reviews
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Christopher Chase Dibbern, experienced Car Accident, Personal Injury attorney in Newport Beach, CA with 84 reviews
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Reuben David Nathan, experienced Business, Class Action attorney in Newport Beach, CA with 13 reviews
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11 Jul, 2021 by Cara
I was very fortunate to have met Reuben in early 2000 and he represented me in Hilliard vs Ameriquest Mortgage, a class action case for failure to pay overtime. Not only is Reuben a great friend but he’s just really brilliant and a pleasure to know. No regrets at all. Thank you Reuben Nathan. God bless you.
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27 Feb, 2019 by Anonymous
Reuben is extremely brilliant attorney. He won dozens of class action cases for unpaid OT, commission, and illegal employment contacts. He is very knowledgeable, so he can tell you rather or not there is a case within five miniutes. He also didn’t need to charge a retainer fee because he is confident in winning the case for his clients. Unlike other attorneys, he takes time and explains to you as why there is a case. He was referred to me by several of my friends and ex-colleagues. I am extremely happy with the outcome of the case. Thus, I am willing to work with him again for “another” case. If I knew Reuben back in 2014, I would have asked him to represent me against one of the largest multi billion dollar mortgage company and also the publically traded company under NASDAQ I used to work for many years. Reuben is the most ethical, caring, and honest attorney. He is not just an attorney, but he treats his clients as if he is your friend.
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21 Sep, 2018 by Dustin
I used Mr Nathan in a class action and he went above and beyond. If I could give him a 10 I would.
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Robert John McKennon, experienced Business, Consumer Protection attorney in Newport Beach, CA with 12 reviews
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05 Dec, 2024 by Sandi
I highly recommend McKennon Law Group. They not only won my case but Robert McKennon, Cory and Debi have been amazingly kind and compassionate during the entire stressful process. My case was in Orange County, but I know they have an office in San Diego as well. When my long term disability insurer abruptly stopped paying me, I was completely stressed and distressed. The insurance rep was uncaring and didn't convey any understanding of my medical condition, even ignoring my Dr. Once I found McKennon Law Group, I knew I was in the right hands. Everyone made themselves available and took the time to listen and help me get through the stressful process. McKennon got my benefits reinstated and prior benefits paid. They are here for the long haul with me, even after my case was settled, to ensure my insurer doesn't falter on the payments/settlement.
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13 Aug, 2024 by Gary
My father, a WWII veteran and Purple Heart recipient, suffered a fall at the age of 101 that resulted in his death 30 days later. The insurance companies were reluctant to pay out his AD&D policies, but McKennon Law Group PC created a plan and worked at it diligently on our behalf. They ultimately secured the $500,000 of benefits we deserved. I highly recommend them!
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26 Jan, 2024 by Charles
McKennon law firm is simply the best law firm i have ever had the pleasure of working with Bob and his team are second to none, I was never left in the dark about the progress of my case. I couldn't be happier that I chose them.
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Brendan Scott Burns, experienced Car Accident, Personal Injury attorney in Newport Beach, CA with 148 reviews
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25 Nov, 2024 by Dora lepe
She is absolutely the best! She listened to me and was very detail oriented. She absolutely knows her stuff! I highly recommend her. I will come to her first if I ever need her services again. She is a little spitfire! In a good way.
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12 Nov, 2024 by Nina cruz
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Theodore Michael Hankin, experienced Business, Estate Planning attorney in Newport Beach, CA with 9 reviews
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14 Feb, 2024 by Anonymous
Yes, I can be a bit dramatic, but let me say it again, WoW! I liked his picture and "ready for a courtroom showdown" so gave him a cold call. He was the most gracious, well mannered attorney I've spoken to. I'm a Paralegal and have a pending probate case so that says a lot! Aside from his excellent manner and professionalism, the guy knows his stuff. I have been through five (thought it was only 3:) probate attorneys for the last 9 years and Mr. Hankin gave me information that was pivotal to the success of my case; information that I should have already been told. I know, where was he 9 years ago! Let me tell you, he would have been my attorney and this case would have come to a conclusion years ago. Thank you again Mr. Hankin, your kindness put my trust back in humanity. ~A
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16 Aug, 2018 by Anonymous
Needing help with probate court and how to best deal with our trust litigation matter at hand, I was referred to Ted Hankin. We had a family dispute after the passing of my father and his trust, and Ted helped us save a considerable amount of money by taking the right steps. He will answer your questions along the way and keeps you informed of the process.
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25 May, 2017 by Peter piazza
I recently posted a review of this attorney but my review may have been premature, as we were not yet finished completing our exchanges. Since my earlier review Mr. Hankin wrote to me again. He shed tremendous light on the one pressing question that baffled me, and he did so in a professional manner. My initial aim was to utilize his services in the Appellate Courts, but it appears my case lacks the "teeth" for a successful appeal. If that were not my unfortunate predicament I'd most assuredly hire Mr. Hankin. Sometimes the devil is in the details. He's a details oriented attorney who takes the time to explain matters to his clients and prospective clients. I can't speak to other areas of his law practice, but for anything pertaining to California Trusts or Probate matters he's the "go-to" attorney!
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Aimee Ashby Flanagan, experienced Adoption, Child Custody attorney in Newport Beach, CA with 9 reviews
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03 Aug, 2023 by Anonymous
Ms. Flanagan helped me straighten out a problem I encountered with an adoption that was previously in process before I met her. She is trustworthy, knowledgeable, meticulous, and sympathetic. She knows how to handle difficult situations and thinks them through to avoid future problems. Her genuine care for her clients results in the best outcomes. I highly recommend Ms. Flanagan.
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07 Apr, 2021 by Tracey
When searching for an attorney to handle a personal and emotional matter, the need to find someone who is professional, knowledgeable and compassionate can be a difficult task. I found all of these characteristics and more in choosing and hiring Aimee Ashby Flanagan to handle my dissolution of marriage. During our initial phone call, Aimee and I discussed the particulars of my marriage and as uncomfortable as it was for me to approach the conversation, Aimee's calm and comforting demeanor quickly settled my unsure nerves. Upon our first face to face meeting (during the Covid -19 pandemic), Aimee politely answered each of my many questions, took ample time discussing the divorce process and welcomed my feedback. Never was I rushed into signing an agreement or pressured to hurry the process. Her communication, whether by email, telephone or in person was always articulate and excellent and her response time throughout the duration of my case was immediate an on-point. She continually provided status updates, which I appreciated greatly. I was made aware of any email communication between she and my future ex-husband; each time impressed with her professionalism and expertise. When the time came to file the final documents with the court, Aimee made sure I was 100% satisfied with the judgment agreement, spent ample time interpreting each document and again, answered my many questions. The decision to end a marriage can be direful and as to be expected, emotional. Aimee has a keen way of not only listening; but, reassuring that you will be all right. Any fear I experienced at the beginning of this process has transpired to an overwhelming sense of relief and gratitude. I highly recommend Aimee Ashby Flanagan. She is simply outstanding!
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20 Aug, 2019 by Robert
My divorce had a number of uncommon situations that might easily have baffled another attorney. Aimee not only navigated the difficult situations for me, but she also handled the divorce in such a manner that we resolved it completely with my ex-spouse as harmonious as possible. Most important, Aimee provided me with warm human understanding, coupled with her superb legal expertise. I could not have hoped for a better outcome and was so lucky to have the very best attorney.
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Reid A. Winthrop, experienced Business, Insurance attorney in Newport Beach, CA with 8 reviews
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03 May, 2019 by Anonymous
Reid was fantastic and provided me with peace of mind. A person can't place a dollar value on that. His time and patience with me was outstanding. Lawyers have a known reputation that isn't always positive and Reid is positively the exception not the rule. He was always a phone call away and kept me well informed. I cannot say enough good things about this mans knowledge in his field. Thank you Reid!!
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31 Oct, 2018 by Jacqueline
Reid was not only thorough and concise but he took the time to really figure out our needs. He made my sister and I feel like we were his only clients, and since it was a stressful time for us, that was a nice addition. I would recommend Reid over and over again!
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29 Aug, 2017 by Anonymous
Reid handled my property damage/insurance case with utmost professionalism, competence, confidence and transparency. He helped me get a favorable outcome before going to court. He was on top of it everything, along the way. He communicated very frequently and explaining all steps involved in a very detailed manner. Couldn't be more appreciated. There were never any surprises. I would definitely use Reid's representation in the future if needed. Look no further.
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Stephen Gregory Hammers, experienced Business, Litigation attorney in Newport Beach, CA with 8 reviews
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11 Mar, 2016 by Shep
Stephen Hammers was a referral from another lawyer who could not represent my case, and I approached hiring Steve with some anxiety because I had always applied the skills of the referring lawyer over the past many years. I had no previous knowledge of Steve's work, and hoped that this referral was a solid recommendation. My matter was involved, and the case appeared to be risky. In fact, the referring lawyer (my long time friend) advised me that I stood little chance of prevailing. All that I knew was that I was in the right, and that a good lawyer might be able to prevail. Steve was cautious about giving me any hope at first, but he could see clear pathways to defeating the defendants. He applied his boundless energy to the intellect and resourcefulness that has made him such a superstar in Orange County, and we worked together in an efficient yet highly effective manner to hone the case. His persistence along certain lines of advice that at times were lost on me became invaluable to the direction that the case took, and we developed a momentum that was itself very effective for our success. While we spent time and effort on certain details, Steve never appeared to delay nor overstudy any point. At no time did I ever have the slightest doubt that he had my best interests as his own, and that he was keeping the billing as low as practicable without creating any new difficulties. He predicted a wide variety of events which all came to pass as he described, and portrayed undesirable outcomes that we avoided altogether largely because of how well he articulated their potential negative impacts to me. He kept or improved the calendar originally set, and maintained in his keen mind each item of concern and advantage without the level of discussion that I had anticipated. In fact, he demonstrated extraordinary capacity to divine the intentions and thought patterns of each defendant, whom he never met, better than I ever could and I had known each for over ten years. We prevailed in what I term a "100% victory" over the defendants. Steve took it all in stride, and yet I cannot ever say enough to express my appreciation of his character, his professionalism, his friendship to me during rough periods, and his overall value to the legal profession. He is what ANY client would hope for when life events require legal counsel or representation. I am not a litigious individual, but he was right there when I needed the right lawyer, and I am forever grateful to him and the staff that he has deservedly assembled around him. He is an inspiration to me, and I am quite certain that he will continue to serve as an inspiration to those who need the best lawyer! He is a superb human being, and I am able to enjoy my life day by day going forward simply because of his formidable skills and sharp focus as my lawyer when I needed his help.
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05 Nov, 2013 by Anonymous
I called Stephen G. Hammers to handle a real estate transaction for me because I was having problems reaching an agreement with another party. From the beginning, Mr. Hammers put my mind at ease by telling me what to expect, exlained the procedure and my options and offered some very useful suggestions in going forward with my case. Throughout the process, he kept me informed and answered all my questions. Mr. Hammers also kept my best interests in mind. He did his absolute best and got me the outcome I wanted. I am extremely satisfied with his service.
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21 Sep, 2012 by Wendy
We reside in New Jersey and had an issue with a California rehabilitation facility that refused to appropriately refund to us a large amount of money. Although the facility was horrible, we did not want to get into a lawsuit with them, we just wanted our refund. Mr. Hammers listened to our situation, acted quickly and appropriately on our behalf, and resolved the matter just as we had hoped. We found he and his staff a pleasure to work with, always responding to our inquiries and asking our opinions on how we wished to proceed. We believe that Mr. Hammers' excellent reputation was why our situation was settled quickly, the opposing counsel simply did not want to battle him in court. The attorney fees charged were explained to us up front, and the fees were fair and accurate. We knew nothing about attorneys in California. Stephen G. Hammers was recommended to us from a friend of a friend, and we got lucky. I was a legal secretary for many years, and my husband and I have had to deal with a few legal issues over the years, and I can honestly say that Stephen G. Hammers was one of the best attorneys with whom we have ever worked. If you need a lawyer in California, in our experience, Mr. Hammers is the best, and if he does not handle whatever type of law you need, I would completely trust his recommendations. We never had the pleasure to meet Mr. Hammers in person, but from our phone conversations and correspondence I would have to say he just seemed like a really great guy!
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Lisa Kim Risner, experienced Family Law attorney in Newport Beach, CA with 8 reviews
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08 May, 2024 by Thomas
We recently worked with attorney Risner and her team on a “Stipulation and Order” here in Orange County, California, and we couldn’t have been more pleased with the high level of care and experience she brought to the table for us. We were able to formulate a solid plan, execute it, and get the signed paperwork filed through the court system so quickly. All this was accomplished at a very fair price. I would absolutely recommend Lisa. She’s a wonderful family attorney!
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14 Jan, 2024 by Amber
Lisa consulted on my divorce judgment and did an outstanding job. She proposed language that protected me further, and she dug into a pretty major error with the equalizer payment. She definitely saved me with her diligence! Highly recommend
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17 Nov, 2023 by Stacey
In one of the worst times of your life, you meet an advocate, cheerleader, and confidant that will advise and guide you to a complete resolution, so you can move on to the next chapter. Lisa and her staff did that for me, and some of my closest friends and family. She’s kind, smart, calm, and extremely knowledgable and the law and life in general. If you ever find yourself or a loved one in need of legal counsel, she’ll do everything in your power to get you to the other side as quickly and professionally as possible. Don’t hesitate to call upon Lisa!
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Linda A Iannelli, experienced Business, Criminal Defense attorney in Newport Beach, CA with 8 reviews
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15 Mar, 2023 by Mychal
I have used Linda for all my traffic violations (close to 10) for the better part of a decade. She has delivered nothing but outstanding results for each and every case I've brought to her or referred to her. 10/10 recommend.
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10 Dec, 2021 by Carol
Once again, Linda has come to my rescue. Earlier this year I was issued a speeding ticket from Anaheim Police Department (doing 65 in a 35.) I was worried that my insurance was going to go through the roof due to this violation. I contacted Linda, sent her my citation and I didn’t think twice about it. Linda kept me informed every step of the way - when she got court appearance extensions, when she was attending my arraignment and when she attended my trial. Of course, she was able to get my case DISMISSED!! LINDA IANNELLI IS THE ONLY WAY TO GO!!!!! Carol I. Crazy driver
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29 Oct, 2021 by Anonymous
Beyond impressed with the professionalism and responsiveness from Linda Iannelli. Day one, she told me she doesn’t like to lose, I can tell you from personal experience she’s a winner! Tenacious, Intelligent, Brilliant. She is the best of the best! I highly recommend her to anyone and everyone!
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Tsion Chudnovsky, experienced Business, Criminal Defense attorney in Newport Beach, CA with 191 reviews
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08 Jan, 2025 by Jacqueline f
I wanted to take a moment to express my deepest gratitude for the outstanding service Sky Law Group has provided throughout my case. From start to finish, professionalism and dedication were evident at every turn. I am particularly grateful to Rosie, who was truly exceptional in every aspect. She consistently went above and beyond to assist me, always being available to answer my questions and guide me through each step of the process. The entire team’s expertise and support have made a significant difference, and I feel fortunate to have had the opportunity to work with such a talented and compassionate group of professionals. Thank you once again for everything. I will certainly recommend your firm to others in need of legal assistance.
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05 Dec, 2024 by Peidong xu
Daniel and his team members are professional and successfully resolved our problems with FTB and IRS. I highly recommend him if you have any tax issues.
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26 Oct, 2024 by Mehrdad esfahani
Caring & understanding attorney. Took the time to answer my questions and give me perspective regarding my legal issue.
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Steven Douglas Hillyard, experienced Personal Injury attorney in Newport Beach, CA with 4 reviews
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12 Nov, 2015 by Lynn
Steven Douglas Hillyard is an attorney with integrity. He is knowledgeable in his field and was committed to my case. He kept us informed of the process. His work ethics are of high standards and I would recommend him as a skilled attorney.
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02 Oct, 2015 by Christina
This was surprisingly a very pleasant experience for my husband and I. We met with several lawyers who did not want to take our medical malpractice case due to the potential settlement not being worth the time. When we met with Steve we had everything laid out and he agreed to take our case on the spot. His staff was on top of everything and we were eventually able to reach a fair settlement. It was refreshing to know that there are lawyers out there who don't only take cases with big payouts. We will forever be great full for everything this office and Mr. Hillyard have done.
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01 Oct, 2015 by Anonymous
I considered Mr Hillyard to be a very prepared lawyer with a very nice attitude. He helped our family get through a very tough trial regarding out mother's death. We were successful in the lawsuit and I give Mr. Hillyard all the credit for helping us and presenting our case. I would recommend him if you want a lawyer who is very comfortable to work with and very prepared . I certainly appreciate what he did for me. A satisfied client
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John F. Christl, experienced Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence attorney in Newport Beach, CA with 4 reviews
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17 Oct, 2024 by Tim roberts
The most capable Attourney in the Southern California area. Not only has he been representing folks out here forever, he delivers on what’s discussed! Highly recommend, extremely satisfied client! If you need legal representation, this is the best decision you can make!
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08 Aug, 2024 by Kevin mathy
I spoke with John a couple of times about an issue we were having and he had a thorough knowledge of the law and what could be done. He was able to give me some advice but not take on a case, which was very helpful in a difficult situation.
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28 Dec, 2021 by Fiona arbor
I appreciated all the insight and support I received from Newport Divorce Attorney. I'm glad I contacted these Newport Beach, CA divorce lawyers when I did. I recommend them to anyone in the area seeking a divorce, especially if it's complicated like mine was.
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Elisabeth Celeste Camaur, experienced Child Custody, Family Law attorney in Newport Beach, CA with 55 reviews
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14 Nov, 2024 by Gina smith
From the moment we met Jillyn, we knew this was the team that would stand by us until the very end. Nadeen truly understood our concerns and was incredible in her efforts to get everything done. Her responsiveness, support, and understanding have been invaluable. We can’t thank you enough, Nadeen.
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31 Oct, 2024 by Marietta
Words can’t express how grateful I am for Nadeen Farra for all the incredible work she did for my case. I was going through the most difficult and stressful time with my mother’s passing, and a contesting beneficiary regarding her estate. Nadeen has exceptional legal skills, highly professional, responsive, compassionate and truly cares. She brought me peace of mind under the most trying circumstances. Thank you so much Nadeen for being the very best Attorney for me and my family!
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27 Sep, 2024 by Lisa feitler
Hess-Verdon has handled our estate planning and trust documents since 2016. A highly professional firm with a sophisticated level of understanding to navigate complicated estate and tax planning issues. Jillyn explains everything so it is easy to understand and has taken the time to get to know us as a family so her recommendations were tailor made for us. Jillyn and her staff make a difficult task easy to accomplish!
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David Leslie Crockett, experienced Business, Estate Planning attorney in Newport Beach, CA with 25 reviews
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11 Aug, 2023 by Rebecca and terry
"We highly recommend that you speak with David L. Crockett before choosing an attorney for any estate or other legal matter. The trust property we had to deal with had not been maintained and had fallen into severe disrepair. Everything from plumbing to electricity to the building exterior and plant overgrowth was on the list. We worked long hours trying to sort and clear years of clutter and accumulation, make repairs, keep up taxes utilities etc. We kept the records we thought were needed and useful in developing a plan for progress. “Time went fast, and progress went slow.” Our struggles dealing with the trust were steadily moving beyond our abilities to resolve; we realized that we definitely needed help. Also we ourselves, as time passed, were contributing to our need for resolution. It was daunting that we would have to have help from a CPA, a licensed Real Estate Broker/Lawyer and someone who had the ability to communicate direction and legal advice specific to our situation. Multiple years of accounting and record keeping needed to be adequate and organized for negotiating the path from tax filings, title company closing and any other legal requirements of disclosure and trust distribution fulfillment. We had contacted several lawyers and professionals, but only became more confused actually. Then, fortunately we contacted David L. Crockett. David is prepared to guide and represent you in all of those areas. Mr. Crockett’s manner is professional, positive and efficient. Working with David L. Crockett was the best possible decision we could have made."
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29 Mar, 2023 by Jason salis
Mary Beth is the most cooperative, efficient, and valuable attorney I have ever worked with in any area of law. Her advice proved invaluable. She is a tenacious negotiator. Her fees proved to be completely reasonable. Most importantly she got results, where two previous attorneys floundered. Thanks so much.
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02 Jan, 2023 by Tedd saunders
Mary Beth Holloway rarely talked to me about my case. She never took my side and actually fought for me. If you want evidence I will gladly share a photo for you. Please look elsewhere for a family law attorney.
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Ivan Paul Cohen, experienced  attorney in Newport Beach, CA with 135 reviews
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25 Nov, 2024 by Dora lepe
She is absolutely the best! She listened to me and was very detail oriented. She absolutely knows her stuff! I highly recommend her. I will come to her first if I ever need her services again. She is a little spitfire! In a good way.
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12 Nov, 2024 by Nina cruz
I highly recommend Jeff and his team!!
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Brent James North, experienced  attorney in Newport Beach, CA with 129 reviews
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28 Dec, 2024 by Shelley dhillon
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25 Nov, 2024 by Dora lepe
She is absolutely the best! She listened to me and was very detail oriented. She absolutely knows her stuff! I highly recommend her. I will come to her first if I ever need her services again. She is a little spitfire! In a good way.
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12 Nov, 2024 by Nina cruz
I highly recommend Jeff and his team!!
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Frances-Marie Angeles Prizzia, experienced Criminal Defense attorney in Newport Beach, CA with 129 reviews
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28 Dec, 2024 by Shelley dhillon
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25 Nov, 2024 by Dora lepe
She is absolutely the best! She listened to me and was very detail oriented. She absolutely knows her stuff! I highly recommend her. I will come to her first if I ever need her services again. She is a little spitfire! In a good way.
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12 Nov, 2024 by Nina cruz
I highly recommend Jeff and his team!!
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Bethany Marie Taylor, experienced Family Law attorney in Newport Beach, CA with 52 reviews
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29 Dec, 2024 by Mr garcia
Best in the game.
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12 Dec, 2024 by Michael rotondi
As a male and in California it was unreal what I was going through. When I was introduced to Miss Alves my life turned around and everything made sense. Started from the Bottom now we Here to say the least xoxoxo
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11 Dec, 2024 by Mumder77
I absolutely consider Harmony our Attorney Angel! I was referred to her while trying to get some Family Law attorney recommendations for a child custody case that was getting increasingly unfortunate and ugly. Since I was recommended to her on Facebook, Harmony reached out to me via Messenger the same day I was given her name and offered to meet with us. I let her know that we had a court date coming up fast (one week out) and there were pages and pages of Declarations that I wanted her to review IF AT ALL POSSIBLE. Truly, I didn't at all expect her to take me up on it, but she asked me to email her all the docs (100+ pages!) and said she would review them before we did the free initial consultation with us. That alone would have been enough for me to worship her, but what she did next was the kicker. SHE GOT BACK TO ME AND INSTEAD OF TELLING US HOW TO RETAIN HER SERVICES, SHE TOLD US EXACTLY HOW TO FILE AND WHAT TO SAY IN THE RESPONSE. Her reasoning was that she didn't see the sense in us spending more money on an attorney when we could file the response ourselves prior to the court date and have the same outcome. I was hesitant because child custody is a very emotional issue and we didn't want to "mess up" in any way representing ourselves in court, but she literally told us how to word things, what forms to file, HOW to e-file and what to expect. She even advised us on how to format it so we would have a "guideline" of sorts to reference in court if we got tongue tied. I was SHOCKED, in a good way. Finances are important to everyone and can be overwhelming when dealing with legal issues, but here was Harmony, encouraging us NOT to spend more than necessary, while also explaining exactly how to do that. Crazy! Court went very well, and we are 1000% convinced this is because Harmony walked us through everything. With her advice, we were able to concentrate and speak more about moving forward for a child than about bashing anyone. She is ethical, kind, not at all judgmental or arrogant, and above all, HUMAN. Such a good, good, GOOD human. I would absolutely recommend Harmony to anyone needing assistance with any sort of Family Law case (I know she also practices Personal Injury as well!). If you are totally confused and overwhelmed, call or email Harmony. You won't regret it!
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Cole Michael Williams, experienced Criminal Defense, Family Law attorney in Newport Beach, CA with 32 reviews
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25 Jan, 2024 by Kyle worrell
John Bishop is a superb lawyer. His sharp intellect and ease in handling complex legal matters sets him apart. He upholds the highest standards of integrity in his legal practice, which is critical for his clients who have come to him with their licensure and career potentially on the line. His unwavering professionalism inspires confidence and highlights the genuine concern he has the well-being of his clients. Highly recommend!
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24 Jan, 2024 by Atticus n. wegman
I highly recommend John and his firm. Top notch!
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23 Jan, 2024 by Dallis cavallaro
As a criminal defense attorney, many of my clients find their professional licenses at stake when they are arrested and/or charged with a crime. Lindsay Johnson with Ray & Bishop is my go to referral for all my licensing defense issues, especially those that involve medical or nursing licenses. Lindsay is a smart, well-respected, tough attorney that achieves fantastic results for her clients, and I have the upmost confidence that all my clients are in fantastic hands with her.
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Joseph Glenn Higuera, experienced Personal Injury, Wrongful Death attorney in Newport Beach, CA with 85 reviews
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27 Nov, 2024 by Yekaterina kagan
If I could leave a negative review, I absolutely would. My experience with Sharman and her team has been deeply disappointing. Despite being entrusted with my case for nearly a year, no meaningful progress was made, and the situation was made worse due to her lack of preparation and attention to detail. Sharman clearly never took the time to study my case, which became evident through her repeated oversights and lack of understanding of critical details. Her inaction and carelessness have left me and my family in over $20,000 of debt. Worse, when I retained a new attorney, they discovered that critical documents—like the initial dissolution petition—were missing from the case file Sharman’s team provided. The contrast between my new attorney and Sharman’s approach is stark. My new attorney is working diligently to fix the damage caused, and the difference is night and day. Sharman’s lack of care and effort has turned my case against me, which no client should have to endure. I share this review not out of anger but to inform others of my experience. Single parents and vulnerable families deserve better than to be taken advantage of. Please do your research before retaining this attorney or firm.
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05 Nov, 2024 by Mike m
Mr. Mor has been a very helpful and generous soul this weekend. I am currently on unemployment and my unscrupulous former employers decided to challenge my approved claim. Mr. Mor was a cold call and he informed me I did not need to hire him and he spent about 40 minutes counseling me why and explaining some tips. He then had me send over a 40 page document involving the case and gave me another complimentary consultation regarding his thoughts. WHAT LAWYER IN THE WORLD WOULD DO THIS ALL FOR FREE? We had no prior relationship I simply google'd him and he was this kind to me. He specializes in wrongful termination and EDD/unemployment matters. I HIGHLY recommend consulting with this gentleman should a matter arise for you. What a great and caring man. Full disclaimer I had never met him before the cold google call. Sincerely, Mike M.
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12 Sep, 2024 by James bieber
He was a bumbling incompetent attorney and I got what I paid for - bargain basement. If you have zero issues he may fumble his way through your case. Anything complex and it’s over his head and he’s out lawyered. I got a call from his assistant on another post I made asking what they can do before responding. Not only is he incompetent- he’s keen to blame everyone but himself and his poor skills. Lots of other attorneys to pick from. Don’t waste your time and money with this guy who can’t add up basic numbers.
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Cyrus Mor, experienced Wrongful Termination attorney in Newport Beach, CA with 85 reviews
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27 Nov, 2024 by Yekaterina kagan
If I could leave a negative review, I absolutely would. My experience with Sharman and her team has been deeply disappointing. Despite being entrusted with my case for nearly a year, no meaningful progress was made, and the situation was made worse due to her lack of preparation and attention to detail. Sharman clearly never took the time to study my case, which became evident through her repeated oversights and lack of understanding of critical details. Her inaction and carelessness have left me and my family in over $20,000 of debt. Worse, when I retained a new attorney, they discovered that critical documents—like the initial dissolution petition—were missing from the case file Sharman’s team provided. The contrast between my new attorney and Sharman’s approach is stark. My new attorney is working diligently to fix the damage caused, and the difference is night and day. Sharman’s lack of care and effort has turned my case against me, which no client should have to endure. I share this review not out of anger but to inform others of my experience. Single parents and vulnerable families deserve better than to be taken advantage of. Please do your research before retaining this attorney or firm.
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05 Nov, 2024 by Mike m
Mr. Mor has been a very helpful and generous soul this weekend. I am currently on unemployment and my unscrupulous former employers decided to challenge my approved claim. Mr. Mor was a cold call and he informed me I did not need to hire him and he spent about 40 minutes counseling me why and explaining some tips. He then had me send over a 40 page document involving the case and gave me another complimentary consultation regarding his thoughts. WHAT LAWYER IN THE WORLD WOULD DO THIS ALL FOR FREE? We had no prior relationship I simply google'd him and he was this kind to me. He specializes in wrongful termination and EDD/unemployment matters. I HIGHLY recommend consulting with this gentleman should a matter arise for you. What a great and caring man. Full disclaimer I had never met him before the cold google call. Sincerely, Mike M.
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12 Sep, 2024 by James bieber
He was a bumbling incompetent attorney and I got what I paid for - bargain basement. If you have zero issues he may fumble his way through your case. Anything complex and it’s over his head and he’s out lawyered. I got a call from his assistant on another post I made asking what they can do before responding. Not only is he incompetent- he’s keen to blame everyone but himself and his poor skills. Lots of other attorneys to pick from. Don’t waste your time and money with this guy who can’t add up basic numbers.
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Joseph Ashkan Maleki, experienced Business attorney in Newport Beach, CA with 193 reviews
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08 Jan, 2025 by Jacqueline f
I wanted to take a moment to express my deepest gratitude for the outstanding service Sky Law Group has provided throughout my case. From start to finish, professionalism and dedication were evident at every turn. I am particularly grateful to Rosie, who was truly exceptional in every aspect. She consistently went above and beyond to assist me, always being available to answer my questions and guide me through each step of the process. The entire team’s expertise and support have made a significant difference, and I feel fortunate to have had the opportunity to work with such a talented and compassionate group of professionals. Thank you once again for everything. I will certainly recommend your firm to others in need of legal assistance.
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05 Dec, 2024 by Peidong xu
Daniel and his team members are professional and successfully resolved our problems with FTB and IRS. I highly recommend him if you have any tax issues.
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26 Oct, 2024 by Mehrdad esfahani
Caring & understanding attorney. Took the time to answer my questions and give me perspective regarding my legal issue.
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Robert A Clancy Jr, experienced Estate Planning attorney in Newport Beach, CA with 193 reviews
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08 Jan, 2025 by Jacqueline f
I wanted to take a moment to express my deepest gratitude for the outstanding service Sky Law Group has provided throughout my case. From start to finish, professionalism and dedication were evident at every turn. I am particularly grateful to Rosie, who was truly exceptional in every aspect. She consistently went above and beyond to assist me, always being available to answer my questions and guide me through each step of the process. The entire team’s expertise and support have made a significant difference, and I feel fortunate to have had the opportunity to work with such a talented and compassionate group of professionals. Thank you once again for everything. I will certainly recommend your firm to others in need of legal assistance.
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05 Dec, 2024 by Peidong xu
Daniel and his team members are professional and successfully resolved our problems with FTB and IRS. I highly recommend him if you have any tax issues.
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26 Oct, 2024 by Mehrdad esfahani
Caring & understanding attorney. Took the time to answer my questions and give me perspective regarding my legal issue.
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Beverly Ann Bradshaw, experienced Business attorney in Newport Beach, CA with 174 reviews
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26 Feb, 2025 by David tilove
So I hired Younglove law firm on October 24 of last year when I got into a car accident that totaled my car. I had soft tissue injuries and I knew I needed a law Firm to help me. So when I found them an interview them, they sounded fantastic. They took on my case got the maximum amount for me settled it in record time which is February 25 of this year. They were very professional they negotiated with the various people that I owed money to took the stress out of my life. And did an incredible job of keeping me informed all the time what was going on. I recommend them very highly if you ever need them to handle your car accident in case.
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13 Feb, 2025 by Ernesto serrano
Agradezco mucho a Younglove Law Group, por el apoyo en mi caso de accidente de carro que tuve, ellos me orientaron durante todo el proceso, me ayudaron en mi idioma (español), son muy profesionales en el trato, tienen un servicio al cliente súper bueno, Agradezco a Leslie por el apoyo en español, muy profesional también, a la Abogada Brianna Younglove, por su apoyo y paciencia durante todo el proceso.. yo recomiendo Younglove Law Group, con un 1000 %.. para casos de accidentes de carro, Younglove Law Group, tiene la solución… Suerte..Ernesto Serrano.
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02 Dec, 2024 by Eric hsu
Awesome lawyers with great care of their clients! Their communication is always very quick when I had questions. They addressed any questions/issues I had very quickly and truly cared about getting the best results for my case!
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Jonathan Kouroush Reza, experienced Criminal Defense attorney in Newport Beach, CA with 66 reviews
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27 Nov, 2024 by Yekaterina kagan
If I could leave a negative review, I absolutely would. My experience with Sharman and her team has been deeply disappointing. Despite being entrusted with my case for nearly a year, no meaningful progress was made, and the situation was made worse due to her lack of preparation and attention to detail. Sharman clearly never took the time to study my case, which became evident through her repeated oversights and lack of understanding of critical details. Her inaction and carelessness have left me and my family in over $20,000 of debt. Worse, when I retained a new attorney, they discovered that critical documents—like the initial dissolution petition—were missing from the case file Sharman’s team provided. The contrast between my new attorney and Sharman’s approach is stark. My new attorney is working diligently to fix the damage caused, and the difference is night and day. Sharman’s lack of care and effort has turned my case against me, which no client should have to endure. I share this review not out of anger but to inform others of my experience. Single parents and vulnerable families deserve better than to be taken advantage of. Please do your research before retaining this attorney or firm.
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05 Nov, 2024 by Mike m
Mr. Mor has been a very helpful and generous soul this weekend. I am currently on unemployment and my unscrupulous former employers decided to challenge my approved claim. Mr. Mor was a cold call and he informed me I did not need to hire him and he spent about 40 minutes counseling me why and explaining some tips. He then had me send over a 40 page document involving the case and gave me another complimentary consultation regarding his thoughts. WHAT LAWYER IN THE WORLD WOULD DO THIS ALL FOR FREE? We had no prior relationship I simply google'd him and he was this kind to me. He specializes in wrongful termination and EDD/unemployment matters. I HIGHLY recommend consulting with this gentleman should a matter arise for you. What a great and caring man. Full disclaimer I had never met him before the cold google call. Sincerely, Mike M.
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12 Sep, 2024 by James bieber
He was a bumbling incompetent attorney and I got what I paid for - bargain basement. If you have zero issues he may fumble his way through your case. Anything complex and it’s over his head and he’s out lawyered. I got a call from his assistant on another post I made asking what they can do before responding. Not only is he incompetent- he’s keen to blame everyone but himself and his poor skills. Lots of other attorneys to pick from. Don’t waste your time and money with this guy who can’t add up basic numbers.
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Michael Gordon York, experienced Real Estate attorney in Newport Beach, CA with 29 reviews
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23 Jan, 2020 by Alex palmer
Best FBAR services!!!
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Randall Stephen Waier, experienced Civil Rights attorney in Newport Beach, CA with 26 reviews
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28 Oct, 2024 by Martha nevin
I had an excellent experience with Richard from my first visit and the following appointment to sign documents. Richard has the knowledge, experience and patience, explaining each section of the living trust and answering questions. Also, Richard is funny and it seems like we've known each other for a long time. I definitely recommend Richard B Rudolph.
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21 Oct, 2024 by Jim burns
My husband and I had a wonderful experience with Richard from our first zoom call to our follow up visit signing our trust documents. He did not rush us and he spent a considerable amount of time answering questions about things we needed to know about our parents trust as well as the one he had written for us. He spent time explaining each part of our trust and what we needed to do to "fund" our trust. I liked his organized way of presenting the trust in sections that were easy to read! Richard is fun and adds humor to his work, we would highly recommend Richard B. Rudolph!!
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09 Apr, 2024 by Bryan rodriguez
Great attorney!! Highly recommend!!
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Tiffany Lynne Bostinelos, experienced Family Law attorney in Newport Beach, CA with 33 reviews
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04 Nov, 2024 by Jenny
One of the most professional, empathic, kind, dutiful, diligent, knowledgeable, quick witted, intelligent, and incredibly hard working attorneys I have ever had the pleasure of working with! Kind, caring, honest, sincere, and extremely hard working - she will work hard for your case, and cares deeplyabout her clients! Highly recommended!
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03 Oct, 2024 by Manal mousa
I had a great experience with Sullivan Law and associates. I highly recommend it. Richard Sullivan is the best, he is a very professional attorney that properly represents his clients. Richard is very caring and treat you as family. Steve Ra also has very professional representation. I am so glad that I found this firm, they have done so much for me. They handled my case perfectly, their hard work helped me finish my 5 year case.
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24 Sep, 2024 by Divorce me oc
Wow, anyone need divorce attorney? Checkout Richard Sullivan. My spouse and attorney was doing everything possible to delay and obstruct the divorce process. After 3 years and trying couple attorneys, I found Mr Sullivan. He was the only one who got my case moving forward and to the end I noticed that some attorneys are just pushing papers, which is great for an easy-going divorce. However, reaching a settlement it’s always within your control. And I play that no one has to go through what I have. But if you have, or just want to avoid it, give Sullivan Law and associates a call. They continued to negotiate up to the last day, to avoid a trial and settle out of court. But Richard Sullivan is a trial attorney and sometimes you need a trial attorney to avoid a trial. Live well, and be true
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