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Elisabeth Ann Pellegrin, experienced Immigration attorney in Oakland, CA with 108 reviews
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26 Dec, 2024 by Jean lebouquin
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29 Nov, 2024 by Alycia galdamez
Carolyn has been a wonderful attorney who I have worked with for a few years now. She has helped my family custody situation immensely, as well as estate planning and she always had very sound legal advice. She was responsive and communicative in all matters. I highly recommend Carolyn or the Law Offices of Robert Goodman to everyone who needs compassionate, effective legal services.
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21 Nov, 2024 by Hannah creasy
I had a 30 minute phone conversation regarding the divorce process and relevant issues. So very appreciated and enlightening. Robert is patient and thorough. Thank you for your time and attention.
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Arthur William Lazear, experienced Business, Class Action attorney in Oakland, CA with 106 reviews
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26 Dec, 2024 by Jean lebouquin
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29 Nov, 2024 by Alycia galdamez
Carolyn has been a wonderful attorney who I have worked with for a few years now. She has helped my family custody situation immensely, as well as estate planning and she always had very sound legal advice. She was responsive and communicative in all matters. I highly recommend Carolyn or the Law Offices of Robert Goodman to everyone who needs compassionate, effective legal services.
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21 Nov, 2024 by Hannah creasy
I had a 30 minute phone conversation regarding the divorce process and relevant issues. So very appreciated and enlightening. Robert is patient and thorough. Thank you for your time and attention.
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Michael Espinosa, experienced Personal Injury attorney in Oakland, CA with 106 reviews
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26 Dec, 2024 by Jean lebouquin
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29 Nov, 2024 by Alycia galdamez
Carolyn has been a wonderful attorney who I have worked with for a few years now. She has helped my family custody situation immensely, as well as estate planning and she always had very sound legal advice. She was responsive and communicative in all matters. I highly recommend Carolyn or the Law Offices of Robert Goodman to everyone who needs compassionate, effective legal services.
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21 Nov, 2024 by Hannah creasy
I had a 30 minute phone conversation regarding the divorce process and relevant issues. So very appreciated and enlightening. Robert is patient and thorough. Thank you for your time and attention.
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Andrew Joe Christensen, experienced Bankruptcy attorney in Oakland, CA with 108 reviews
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05 Dec, 2024 by Sabra ganbay
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18 Nov, 2024 by Joey herrera
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11 Nov, 2024 by Maryjane love
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Randy Sue Pollock, experienced Criminal Defense, Drug Crime attorney in Oakland, CA with 14 reviews
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26 Sep, 2024 by Anonymous
Randy is a highly knowledgeable lawyer who know is patient, highly intelligent, and calming. There is nothing more daunting than knowing that the US gov't is your adversary looking to end your freedom, career, family, and everything else that means the most from you. In times like this, Randy is the lawyer who you need to stand by your side and fight for your life. Not only is she fantastic in the courtroom, her experience allows her to see many steps ahead when most defendants are left in a constant state of uncertainty, and she will guide you through every step of the way to reach phenomenal outcomes. For her services, her pricing is unbeatable, and there is no other attorney I would trust more than her.
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01 Apr, 2024 by Terry
Ms. Randy exemplifies professionalism and expertise while consistently demonstrating compassion in every interaction. We have full confidence in her abilities, and her dedication and sterling reputation among legal circles are widely acknowledged. Working with Ms. Randy has been a pleasure, and we wholeheartedly endorse her to anyone seeking an attorney who champions justice and steadfastly defends their case. In my situation, her impact extended beyond measure, not only for me but for my entire family. Describing the complexity of our circumstances in a few sentences is challenging. However, Ms. Randy adeptly navigated a serious case with multiple serious charges, resulting in minimal disruption to our lives. Thanks to her skillful assistance, I was able to retain my licenses and continue my professional pursuits. Importantly, she treated me not merely as a client, but as a cherished member of her extended family.
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22 Mar, 2022 by Deborah
Always professional, knowledgeable and personable. Randy walked me through every aspect of the process and explained my options. I appreciated her flexibility as some of our consultations were on weekends and late evenings. I believe that Randy provided excellent counsel and achieved the best outcome based on federal law.
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Michael Olaf Stephenson, experienced Personal Injury attorney in Oakland, CA with 8 reviews
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09 Dec, 2024 by Ashish s
Harris Personal Injury Lawyers transformed a stressful situation into a manageable one. I was impressed by the professionalism and dedication of Attorney Megan . Her knowledge, responsiveness, and genuine care for my case made all the difference. I felt informed and confident throughout the entire process. Paralegal Stephanie was exceptional . She was always available to answer my questions and provided invaluable support. If you need a personal injury lawyer, look no further! The team at Harris Personal Injury Lawyers is top-notch.
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07 Nov, 2024 by Arya varshoei
I had a great experience with this team; their communication is excellent. While the medical services they provide are surprisingly expensive, they are reliable. I came in with a severe back injury, and everything worked out perfectly over a span of about 20 months. I truly appreciate the efforts of Harris Lawyers and would recommend their services to others.
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17 Oct, 2024 by Abhishek arora
I had an exceptional experience with Harris Personal Injury. The attorneys fought tirelessly against a large commercial company and refused to settle for a lowball offer. They truly advocated for my rights and ensured I received the justice I deserved. The team promptly scheduled my medical appointments and handled every aspect with professionalism and care. Above all, my attorney took the time to personally strategize each step of the case, which was exemplary. Given the circumstances, they secured the highest possible payout for me. I highly recommend Harris Personal Injury for anyone in need of a dedicated and tenacious legal team.
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Suzanne Ahlport Tong, experienced Family Law attorney in Oakland, CA with 307 reviews
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17 Jan, 2025 by Sharann gomez
Ravi is a top-notch attorney. Very knowledgeable in the Heggstad petition and helped me so much during the process. He checked in often & kept me informed during the process. His cost was incredibly reasonable. I had two other consultations before I chose Ravi and I couldn't have asked for more. If you're in doubt, don't, hire him, you won't regret it.
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16 Jan, 2025 by Stacey warren
Navigating the sale of my business was one of the most stressful experiences I’ve faced, but Vincent Tong of TONG LAW made it manageable and even seamless. Vincent helped me establish a thorough strategy, drafted necessary contracts that protected my interests and walked me through each step of the process, ensuring I understood all the details. Vincent is also an expert in the area of employment law; Vincent helped me with a separate situation with an employer. Vincent's expert advice and calm, steady counsel turned what could have been an overwhelming ordeal into a smooth and successful transaction. Thanks to his guidance, I felt confident and assured every step of the way. If you are a business owner, especially one who is considering buying or selling a business, or if you are an employee or employer dealing with an employment issues, I can’t imagine a better legal partner than TONG LAW. :)
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27 Dec, 2024 by Natacha lopez
The journey through the immigration process seemed daunting and choosing an attorney seemed perhaps even more daunting. After a first consultation with Kevin, the process just appeared very straightfoward. All the information he gave was clear and concise, bringing alot of needed reassurance. He consistently remained accessible during the entire process with upmost patience answering any new questions that would arise. There we're some complex aspects to my case that required in depth law expertise and Kevin went above and beyond to finalize brilliantly! I couldn't have found a better attorney! For the success of my applications but also for the extra kindness demonstrated along the way. I also want to mention how Immigrating is and can be a very costly journey to embark on. Affordability and unseen costs we're a concern. I have appreciated that Kevin kept all fees transparent and consistently fair from go to finish! I think he could charge more in regards of his time offered, so many other attorneys do so ruthlessly but this too reflects kevin's integrity and dedication to helping others. I classify Kevin in the world of attorneys as a rare gem and find. He's been a blessing on my journey 🙏
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Monica Burneikis, experienced Personal Injury, Wrongful Death attorney in Oakland, CA with 42 reviews
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09 Oct, 2024 by Maksymilian michal dabkowski
I highly recommend Burneikis Law, P.C. I had the pleasure of working with Monica after an accident. She made the whole process easy, explaining at every step what was needed and what to expect. Our communication was very fast, and Monica cared about getting the best outcome for me. The settlement I received was larger than what I expected. I couldn’t have asked for a better attorney!
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05 Sep, 2024 by Carolynn haydu
I am so grateful to Monica Burneikis for helping me navigate through the aftermath of a bad accident and everything it involved. She was tough, professional, compassionate and focused. I couldn't have asked for a better lawyer to represent me. She got the job done and now I feel I can put that chapter behind me!
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29 Aug, 2024 by Jason todd
I had the pleasure of working with Monica Burneikis after my accident, and I couldn’t be happier with the outcome. She was incredibly professional, attentive, and always kept me informed throughout the entire process. Monica fought hard to ensure I received the compensation I deserved, and her expertise was evident every step of the way. I highly recommend her to anyone in need of a dedicated and skilled personal injury attorney.
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Katherine Rose Siegfried, experienced Appeals, Social Security & Disability attorney in Oakland, CA with 113 reviews
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19 Dec, 2024 by Gabriel
Katherine is an exceptional attorney. Her staff is just as focused, driven and personable as she. (Jacob especially) Calls are returned, sessions are scheduled, and she is superb in crafting briefings to the judge which lays the groundwork for the disability claim. I came to her after I was with another attorney for two years, who finally looked at my file six weeks before my scheduled court date and withdrew. I was under fifty and she felt she couldn’t win my case. It was an ethical breach, and no other attorneys would take my case as they had to start researching/writing a brief immediately even with a rescheduled court date. Not only did Katherine take my case, but with a full client roster, over three thousand pages of medical records, won my case before an administration law judge with a scant three months as my attorney. She and her team are simply amazing. They are kind, welcoming, and lovely people. Winning my disability case helped me and my family so much. I thank my stars I found her and you will too.
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13 Dec, 2024 by Elizabeth
Mika, Jacob and the rest of the team took our case seriously, handled each step of the process with compassion and professionalism. We never felt like we were “just another case,” and were impressed with the care that the office took to prepare the case and us for our hearing. Definitely a positive experience and a successful outcome.
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07 Nov, 2024 by K
There is not enough room here to share all my gratitude for the amazing legal team at this attorney's practice. They are LGBTQA+ friendly (correct pronouns!). They are respectful and communicative with developmentally disabled adults (of which I am one). They are an intelligent, methodical team and fight for you, not just for their paycheck. They helped me win my 2+ year-long disability appeal process and stuck with me through the entire run(after I hired them). They never gave up and were kind all the way through. This is a legal team with integrity that definitely deserves their percentage cut at the end of it all. I doubt I would've been able to navigate the SSA labyrinth on my own. They are an invaluable resource and 'one of the good ones'. If you're looking for representation, look for further. Please reach out to them today. If they CAN help you, they will: absolutely. They won't just look for an excuse to pass on your case. The consult is free and they receive no payment unless you get approved for benefits. I really cannot say enough nice things about them. Staff, if you're reading this, you're the best!! Stay awesome. I'll always be grateful for everything all of you did for me and my case.
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Lawrence Anthony Organ, experienced Sexual Harassment attorney in Oakland, CA with 2 reviews
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07 Apr, 2017 by Natalie carpenter
Larry's team helped me find a resolution to a wrongful termination case. Sometimes when seeking a skilled lawyer to resolve such matters, you must forgo having a compassionate and enjoyable experience. Not in the case with Larry. He was able to make me feel validated in my pursuit while playing hardball with my former employer. I never felt like he was negotiating with opposing counsel to my detriment. He always had my back. He is accessible and engaged - a lawyer with his heart truly in the right place for us little guys. He has built a team around him that is like-minded and equally skilled. I can't recommend him and his firm enough.
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13 Sep, 2010 by Richard
Larry represented me in an age discrimination case with two other plaintiffs. He was always professional and thorough in the way that he approached the tasks, yet he took the time to understand my particular case too. I always felt like I had a strong advocate on my side. Although we were fighting a Fortune 500 company, he did not back down. We ultimately received a settlement much higher than I ever believed possible. Richard
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Devin Cannell Coyle, experienced Discrimination, Sexual Harassment attorney in Oakland, CA with 301 reviews
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17 Jan, 2025 by Sharann gomez
Ravi is a top-notch attorney. Very knowledgeable in the Heggstad petition and helped me so much during the process. He checked in often & kept me informed during the process. His cost was incredibly reasonable. I had two other consultations before I chose Ravi and I couldn't have asked for more. If you're in doubt, don't, hire him, you won't regret it.
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16 Jan, 2025 by Stacey warren
Navigating the sale of my business was one of the most stressful experiences I’ve faced, but Vincent Tong of TONG LAW made it manageable and even seamless. Vincent helped me establish a thorough strategy, drafted necessary contracts that protected my interests and walked me through each step of the process, ensuring I understood all the details. Vincent is also an expert in the area of employment law; Vincent helped me with a separate situation with an employer. Vincent's expert advice and calm, steady counsel turned what could have been an overwhelming ordeal into a smooth and successful transaction. Thanks to his guidance, I felt confident and assured every step of the way. If you are a business owner, especially one who is considering buying or selling a business, or if you are an employee or employer dealing with an employment issues, I can’t imagine a better legal partner than TONG LAW. :)
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27 Dec, 2024 by Natacha lopez
The journey through the immigration process seemed daunting and choosing an attorney seemed perhaps even more daunting. After a first consultation with Kevin, the process just appeared very straightfoward. All the information he gave was clear and concise, bringing alot of needed reassurance. He consistently remained accessible during the entire process with upmost patience answering any new questions that would arise. There we're some complex aspects to my case that required in depth law expertise and Kevin went above and beyond to finalize brilliantly! I couldn't have found a better attorney! For the success of my applications but also for the extra kindness demonstrated along the way. I also want to mention how Immigrating is and can be a very costly journey to embark on. Affordability and unseen costs we're a concern. I have appreciated that Kevin kept all fees transparent and consistently fair from go to finish! I think he could charge more in regards of his time offered, so many other attorneys do so ruthlessly but this too reflects kevin's integrity and dedication to helping others. I classify Kevin in the world of attorneys as a rare gem and find. He's been a blessing on my journey 🙏
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Jayme Lee Walker, experienced Civil Rights, Personal Injury attorney in Oakland, CA with 1 reviews
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26 Jun, 2021 by Sarah
Very professional and satisfied with results and win huge in our current case . I strongly recognize their hard work .
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Caroline Noel Valentino, experienced Business, Family Law attorney in Oakland, CA with 110 reviews
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05 Nov, 2024 by Sebastian lindner
No divorce is ever easy, but being a military member half way around the world, Jackie and her team worked with me and finally gave me the peace I needed. I strongly recommend giving your trust and faith into this team to give you the same!
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18 Oct, 2024 by Michael dore
AJ was great to work with. As an experienced attorney, I can say that having someone who specializes in family law can make a huge difference in terms of money and years spent in a difficult and contentious situation. AJ knew the landscape and helped tremendously.
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03 Oct, 2024 by Justin tarpley
I had the pleasure of working with the Hart Ginney team while battling through my divorce. Jackie Khong gave me the best advice and really knows what she is doing. She was always there to help when I needed her most. She always responded to me in a timely manner and answered every question I had. I definitely recommend anyone that needs help in family law to request Jackie. She was absolutely amazing and handled everything as expected. Thanks Jackie!
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Andrew Kevin Jacobson, experienced Business, Intellectual Property attorney in Oakland, CA with 102 reviews
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05 Nov, 2024 by Sebastian lindner
No divorce is ever easy, but being a military member half way around the world, Jackie and her team worked with me and finally gave me the peace I needed. I strongly recommend giving your trust and faith into this team to give you the same!
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18 Oct, 2024 by Michael dore
AJ was great to work with. As an experienced attorney, I can say that having someone who specializes in family law can make a huge difference in terms of money and years spent in a difficult and contentious situation. AJ knew the landscape and helped tremendously.
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03 Oct, 2024 by Justin tarpley
I had the pleasure of working with the Hart Ginney team while battling through my divorce. Jackie Khong gave me the best advice and really knows what she is doing. She was always there to help when I needed her most. She always responded to me in a timely manner and answered every question I had. I definitely recommend anyone that needs help in family law to request Jackie. She was absolutely amazing and handled everything as expected. Thanks Jackie!
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Kathryn C. Padilla, experienced Family Law attorney in Oakland, CA with 101 reviews
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05 Nov, 2024 by Sebastian lindner
No divorce is ever easy, but being a military member half way around the world, Jackie and her team worked with me and finally gave me the peace I needed. I strongly recommend giving your trust and faith into this team to give you the same!
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18 Oct, 2024 by Michael dore
AJ was great to work with. As an experienced attorney, I can say that having someone who specializes in family law can make a huge difference in terms of money and years spent in a difficult and contentious situation. AJ knew the landscape and helped tremendously.
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03 Oct, 2024 by Justin tarpley
I had the pleasure of working with the Hart Ginney team while battling through my divorce. Jackie Khong gave me the best advice and really knows what she is doing. She was always there to help when I needed her most. She always responded to me in a timely manner and answered every question I had. I definitely recommend anyone that needs help in family law to request Jackie. She was absolutely amazing and handled everything as expected. Thanks Jackie!
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Michael Robert Hoffman, experienced  attorney in Oakland, CA with 297 reviews
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17 Jan, 2025 by Sharann gomez
Ravi is a top-notch attorney. Very knowledgeable in the Heggstad petition and helped me so much during the process. He checked in often & kept me informed during the process. His cost was incredibly reasonable. I had two other consultations before I chose Ravi and I couldn't have asked for more. If you're in doubt, don't, hire him, you won't regret it.
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16 Jan, 2025 by Stacey warren
Navigating the sale of my business was one of the most stressful experiences I’ve faced, but Vincent Tong of TONG LAW made it manageable and even seamless. Vincent helped me establish a thorough strategy, drafted necessary contracts that protected my interests and walked me through each step of the process, ensuring I understood all the details. Vincent is also an expert in the area of employment law; Vincent helped me with a separate situation with an employer. Vincent's expert advice and calm, steady counsel turned what could have been an overwhelming ordeal into a smooth and successful transaction. Thanks to his guidance, I felt confident and assured every step of the way. If you are a business owner, especially one who is considering buying or selling a business, or if you are an employee or employer dealing with an employment issues, I can’t imagine a better legal partner than TONG LAW. :)
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27 Dec, 2024 by Natacha lopez
The journey through the immigration process seemed daunting and choosing an attorney seemed perhaps even more daunting. After a first consultation with Kevin, the process just appeared very straightfoward. All the information he gave was clear and concise, bringing alot of needed reassurance. He consistently remained accessible during the entire process with upmost patience answering any new questions that would arise. There we're some complex aspects to my case that required in depth law expertise and Kevin went above and beyond to finalize brilliantly! I couldn't have found a better attorney! For the success of my applications but also for the extra kindness demonstrated along the way. I also want to mention how Immigrating is and can be a very costly journey to embark on. Affordability and unseen costs we're a concern. I have appreciated that Kevin kept all fees transparent and consistently fair from go to finish! I think he could charge more in regards of his time offered, so many other attorneys do so ruthlessly but this too reflects kevin's integrity and dedication to helping others. I classify Kevin in the world of attorneys as a rare gem and find. He's been a blessing on my journey 🙏
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Aanand Mehtani, experienced Discrimination, Sexual Harassment attorney in Oakland, CA with 297 reviews
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17 Jan, 2025 by Sharann gomez
Ravi is a top-notch attorney. Very knowledgeable in the Heggstad petition and helped me so much during the process. He checked in often & kept me informed during the process. His cost was incredibly reasonable. I had two other consultations before I chose Ravi and I couldn't have asked for more. If you're in doubt, don't, hire him, you won't regret it.
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16 Jan, 2025 by Stacey warren
Navigating the sale of my business was one of the most stressful experiences I’ve faced, but Vincent Tong of TONG LAW made it manageable and even seamless. Vincent helped me establish a thorough strategy, drafted necessary contracts that protected my interests and walked me through each step of the process, ensuring I understood all the details. Vincent is also an expert in the area of employment law; Vincent helped me with a separate situation with an employer. Vincent's expert advice and calm, steady counsel turned what could have been an overwhelming ordeal into a smooth and successful transaction. Thanks to his guidance, I felt confident and assured every step of the way. If you are a business owner, especially one who is considering buying or selling a business, or if you are an employee or employer dealing with an employment issues, I can’t imagine a better legal partner than TONG LAW. :)
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27 Dec, 2024 by Natacha lopez
The journey through the immigration process seemed daunting and choosing an attorney seemed perhaps even more daunting. After a first consultation with Kevin, the process just appeared very straightfoward. All the information he gave was clear and concise, bringing alot of needed reassurance. He consistently remained accessible during the entire process with upmost patience answering any new questions that would arise. There we're some complex aspects to my case that required in depth law expertise and Kevin went above and beyond to finalize brilliantly! I couldn't have found a better attorney! For the success of my applications but also for the extra kindness demonstrated along the way. I also want to mention how Immigrating is and can be a very costly journey to embark on. Affordability and unseen costs we're a concern. I have appreciated that Kevin kept all fees transparent and consistently fair from go to finish! I think he could charge more in regards of his time offered, so many other attorneys do so ruthlessly but this too reflects kevin's integrity and dedication to helping others. I classify Kevin in the world of attorneys as a rare gem and find. He's been a blessing on my journey 🙏
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J. Edward Kerley, experienced Car Accident, Insurance attorney in Oakland, CA with 100 reviews
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42,91
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05 Nov, 2024 by Sebastian lindner
No divorce is ever easy, but being a military member half way around the world, Jackie and her team worked with me and finally gave me the peace I needed. I strongly recommend giving your trust and faith into this team to give you the same!
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18 Oct, 2024 by Michael dore
AJ was great to work with. As an experienced attorney, I can say that having someone who specializes in family law can make a huge difference in terms of money and years spent in a difficult and contentious situation. AJ knew the landscape and helped tremendously.
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03 Oct, 2024 by Justin tarpley
I had the pleasure of working with the Hart Ginney team while battling through my divorce. Jackie Khong gave me the best advice and really knows what she is doing. She was always there to help when I needed her most. She always responded to me in a timely manner and answered every question I had. I definitely recommend anyone that needs help in family law to request Jackie. She was absolutely amazing and handled everything as expected. Thanks Jackie!
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Mark Alan Vickness, experienced Lawsuit / Dispute, Workers Compensation attorney in Oakland, CA with 97 reviews
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42,85
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05 Nov, 2024 by Sebastian lindner
No divorce is ever easy, but being a military member half way around the world, Jackie and her team worked with me and finally gave me the peace I needed. I strongly recommend giving your trust and faith into this team to give you the same!
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18 Oct, 2024 by Michael dore
AJ was great to work with. As an experienced attorney, I can say that having someone who specializes in family law can make a huge difference in terms of money and years spent in a difficult and contentious situation. AJ knew the landscape and helped tremendously.
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03 Oct, 2024 by Justin tarpley
I had the pleasure of working with the Hart Ginney team while battling through my divorce. Jackie Khong gave me the best advice and really knows what she is doing. She was always there to help when I needed her most. She always responded to me in a timely manner and answered every question I had. I definitely recommend anyone that needs help in family law to request Jackie. She was absolutely amazing and handled everything as expected. Thanks Jackie!
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Marlon Lateef Monroe, experienced Business, Criminal Defense attorney in Oakland, CA with 113 reviews
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21 Nov, 2024 by Dorothy wong
Professional and knowledgeable service. Eric explained everything in a clear, concise manner.
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03 Oct, 2024 by Saul grimaldo
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01 Oct, 2024 by Samuel geller
My wife and I recently decided to set up a trust after discussing it for a few years. Part of the reason we were dragging our feet was because some topics are really difficult to discuss when it concerns what happens after one’s passing. We called Eric upon a recommendation from our financial planner and set up a consult. The consultation was very informative and he helped make some parts of the conversation easier to discuss and contemplate. Eric was able to break down all the details in such a way that made certain concepts easier to understand from a legal perspective. While we still dragged our feet even after the consult, Eric was patient while at the same time giving us reason to put a trust in place. After we got all the details sorted out, he put everything together for us in a nice and organized binder that we can refer to as the years pass. Thanks Eric.
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Elva Doris Harding, experienced Real Estate attorney in Oakland, CA with 94 reviews
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05 Nov, 2024 by Sebastian lindner
No divorce is ever easy, but being a military member half way around the world, Jackie and her team worked with me and finally gave me the peace I needed. I strongly recommend giving your trust and faith into this team to give you the same!
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18 Oct, 2024 by Michael dore
AJ was great to work with. As an experienced attorney, I can say that having someone who specializes in family law can make a huge difference in terms of money and years spent in a difficult and contentious situation. AJ knew the landscape and helped tremendously.
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03 Oct, 2024 by Justin tarpley
I had the pleasure of working with the Hart Ginney team while battling through my divorce. Jackie Khong gave me the best advice and really knows what she is doing. She was always there to help when I needed her most. She always responded to me in a timely manner and answered every question I had. I definitely recommend anyone that needs help in family law to request Jackie. She was absolutely amazing and handled everything as expected. Thanks Jackie!
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Timothy B Mccormick, experienced Lawsuit / Dispute, Litigation attorney in Oakland, CA with 93 reviews
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05 Nov, 2024 by Sebastian lindner
No divorce is ever easy, but being a military member half way around the world, Jackie and her team worked with me and finally gave me the peace I needed. I strongly recommend giving your trust and faith into this team to give you the same!
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18 Oct, 2024 by Michael dore
AJ was great to work with. As an experienced attorney, I can say that having someone who specializes in family law can make a huge difference in terms of money and years spent in a difficult and contentious situation. AJ knew the landscape and helped tremendously.
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03 Oct, 2024 by Justin tarpley
I had the pleasure of working with the Hart Ginney team while battling through my divorce. Jackie Khong gave me the best advice and really knows what she is doing. She was always there to help when I needed her most. She always responded to me in a timely manner and answered every question I had. I definitely recommend anyone that needs help in family law to request Jackie. She was absolutely amazing and handled everything as expected. Thanks Jackie!
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Eric Albert Nyberg, experienced Business attorney in Oakland, CA with 43 reviews
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21 Oct, 2024 by Demarko wheeler
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09 Oct, 2024 by Dan
Having to declare bankruptcy is a very hard decision. I had a huge amount of apprehension while driving to my first meeting with Eric. He made me feel very comfortable and understood my needs as well as what needed to be done. He went through the options with me, made sure I understood them and then we made a decision to file. If I had questions, they were always answered. Be prepared when you meet him and follow through with any requests. If you follow this simple rule, I believe you will be happy with the results.
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06 Jun, 2024 by Kevin l. nichols
Vernon Goins is the chair of my nonprofit organization, The Social Engineering Project, Inc.'s, board of directors and also serves as general counsel. Day or night, Vernon is always available to counsel me on human resource issues, general liability, labor and employment law, contract law, and general liability issues that may negatively impact the organization. Without his advice, advocacy, and thought leadership, there is no way that we could positively impact the thousands of young lives of underrepresented students of color who are now pursuing careers in technology and STEM-related fields.
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Fulvio Francisco Cajina, experienced Business, Civil Rights attorney in Oakland, CA with 43 reviews
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25 Nov, 2024 by Patreece wells
Mr Costy is definitely true to his craft!! He went above and beyond to make sure he got me the best deal in my case. He is a great lawyer and looks for the best option for you.He is attentive and cares about you. I’d recommend him.
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24 Jul, 2024 by Aiden cavestany
Demetrius helped me out so much! He gave me peace of mind through the process of multiple nerve racking situations, and helped me receive the best possible outcome. Demetrius is MY lawyer!
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13 Jun, 2024 by Sai
Fulvio is a top notch Bay Area employment attorney. He is extremely knowledgeable in his areas of practice. He took a lot of time listening to and understanding the intricacies of my case before offering advice. He is very accessible and cares more about the long term goals and well being of his clients.
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Joel Hugo Siegal, experienced Car Accident, Personal Injury attorney in Oakland, CA with 111 reviews
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26 Dec, 2024 by Jean lebouquin
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29 Nov, 2024 by Alycia galdamez
Carolyn has been a wonderful attorney who I have worked with for a few years now. She has helped my family custody situation immensely, as well as estate planning and she always had very sound legal advice. She was responsive and communicative in all matters. I highly recommend Carolyn or the Law Offices of Robert Goodman to everyone who needs compassionate, effective legal services.
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21 Nov, 2024 by Hannah creasy
I had a 30 minute phone conversation regarding the divorce process and relevant issues. So very appreciated and enlightening. Robert is patient and thorough. Thank you for your time and attention.
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Randall Edward Strauss, experienced Sexual Harassment, Wrongful Termination attorney in Oakland, CA with 296 reviews
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17 Jan, 2025 by Sharann gomez
Ravi is a top-notch attorney. Very knowledgeable in the Heggstad petition and helped me so much during the process. He checked in often & kept me informed during the process. His cost was incredibly reasonable. I had two other consultations before I chose Ravi and I couldn't have asked for more. If you're in doubt, don't, hire him, you won't regret it.
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16 Jan, 2025 by Stacey warren
Navigating the sale of my business was one of the most stressful experiences I’ve faced, but Vincent Tong of TONG LAW made it manageable and even seamless. Vincent helped me establish a thorough strategy, drafted necessary contracts that protected my interests and walked me through each step of the process, ensuring I understood all the details. Vincent is also an expert in the area of employment law; Vincent helped me with a separate situation with an employer. Vincent's expert advice and calm, steady counsel turned what could have been an overwhelming ordeal into a smooth and successful transaction. Thanks to his guidance, I felt confident and assured every step of the way. If you are a business owner, especially one who is considering buying or selling a business, or if you are an employee or employer dealing with an employment issues, I can’t imagine a better legal partner than TONG LAW. :)
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27 Dec, 2024 by Natacha lopez
The journey through the immigration process seemed daunting and choosing an attorney seemed perhaps even more daunting. After a first consultation with Kevin, the process just appeared very straightfoward. All the information he gave was clear and concise, bringing alot of needed reassurance. He consistently remained accessible during the entire process with upmost patience answering any new questions that would arise. There we're some complex aspects to my case that required in depth law expertise and Kevin went above and beyond to finalize brilliantly! I couldn't have found a better attorney! For the success of my applications but also for the extra kindness demonstrated along the way. I also want to mention how Immigrating is and can be a very costly journey to embark on. Affordability and unseen costs we're a concern. I have appreciated that Kevin kept all fees transparent and consistently fair from go to finish! I think he could charge more in regards of his time offered, so many other attorneys do so ruthlessly but this too reflects kevin's integrity and dedication to helping others. I classify Kevin in the world of attorneys as a rare gem and find. He's been a blessing on my journey 🙏
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Joseph Steve Franco, experienced Personal Injury, Workers Compensation attorney in Oakland, CA with 122 reviews
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28 Feb, 2025 by Claritza martinez
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27 Feb, 2025 by Scott smith
Highly recommend to anyone who needs top-notch Legal representation. Steve Franco went above and beyond to guide me through my workers comp case with professionalism and clear communication. I felt confident and supported the whole way.
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26 Feb, 2025 by Carina santiago
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Jocelyn Burton, experienced Discrimination, Sexual Harassment attorney in Oakland, CA with 45 reviews
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04 Jan, 2025 by Anonymous
Receptionist is mean and the attorney is rude aswheel. I thought the customer service would be a lot better but to my surprise it was not .
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05 Nov, 2024 by Sebastian lindner
No divorce is ever easy, but being a military member half way around the world, Jackie and her team worked with me and finally gave me the peace I needed. I strongly recommend giving your trust and faith into this team to give you the same!
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18 Oct, 2024 by Michael dore
AJ was great to work with. As an experienced attorney, I can say that having someone who specializes in family law can make a huge difference in terms of money and years spent in a difficult and contentious situation. AJ knew the landscape and helped tremendously.
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Marshall David Altman Hammons, experienced Criminal Defense attorney in Oakland, CA with 375 reviews
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13 Feb, 2025 by Nicole johnson
Mr. Silver is such an amazing person! He is a person that actually cares about humans more than currency. If you want an attorney that cares about you, hire Elliot Silver! You will not be disappointed!
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10 Dec, 2024 by Bryant rieken
Truly horrible experience. Wasted $5000 on a laywer that wouldn't answer or return my calls. Service began decent and under the impression it would be handled by one attorney, and was handed around between 3 different attorneys without notice until landing with one. Once the last payment was received quality of service immediately declined. Could not get ahold of my attorney for weeks at a time despite trying to reach out through phone AND email. When I questioned this I was responded to in the way of an offended child, a lot of unjust finger pointing and a total lack of anything even resembling accountability. My experience was entirely opposite of the mission statement on the website. I have accomplished more headway in just ONE court date with a public defender than in 7 months with this law firm. I would suggest weighing options heavily before working out a large sum of money to a group of attorneys whose only concern, in my opinion, seems to be financial gain and not the wellbeing of its clients. I wish you all better a better legal experience than I had.
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26 Nov, 2024 by Manoj yadav
I would strongly warn anyone against hiring Silver Law Firm. My family hired them for my case, and the experience was nothing short of a disaster. Initially, Attorney Keenan promised to handle everything, including my bail. He visited me in jail and assured me that bail would be processed. However, on the court date, he suddenly changed his strategy, claiming filing a motion would be better. I agreed. But two days later, his colleague, Marshall, informed me they wouldn't file for bail at all, without any reasonable explanation. What's worse, Keenan completely ignored my family's attempts to communicate with him, despite me giving full consent for them to discuss my case. They were unresponsive and unprofessional throughout. This firm is deceitful -- they promise the world to get your money, then fail to deliver. After taking my payment, they backed out on filing the bail motion, leaving me in the lurch. I understand outcomes aren't always in our control, but they didn't even make the effort they promised. Avoid Silver Law Firm at all costs. They prey on vulnerable families, take your money, and leave you stranded with no real legal support. Wish the tool could let me select '0' rating cause that's what they deserve!!!
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Victoria A. Hirsch, experienced Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence attorney in Oakland, CA with 154 reviews
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15 Jan, 2025 by Prince-monye costallano
My attorney Michael L. Handled my case flawlessly! He went to bat for me and knocked it out of the stadium. My family and myself are very grateful.
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04 Jan, 2025 by Elvira garcia
The Nieves Law Firm is exactly who my father needed to help settle his case. It started with our intake person Aaron and quickly moved to getting assigned an attorney, Michael Levinsohn who is well qualified to handle restraining order cases. It was great to know his years of experience and being bilingual. We hired the Nieves Law Firm based on our research and many days/weeks looking for a Law Firm that would be willing to help with my father's case. We got turned down many times and felt taken advantage of even for a brief introduction from other law firms, BUT we were lucky to speak to Aaron who assured us that The Nieves Law Firm can help my dad. The outcome is never guaranteed but we were hopeful after talking to Michael on the phone that he would represent my father that best way he knew. Attorney Michael Levinsohn is understanding, compassionate, communicates well, and will fight for what is legally right. Michael represented my father in court with great professionalism while the other attorney made unnecessary remarks, Michael stood by my father and our family. Our case was very complicated, Michael worked the case in a fair manner and gone above & beyond our expectations. We were able to reach a resolution that favored my father without continuing any further ligation. Jo-Anna Nieves was able to help resolve difficult questions we had and we appreciate her taking the time to assist. Her staff was friendly, quick, and helpful to get things moving along from beginning to end. We highly recommend The Nieves Law Firm for anyone who has a restraining order case or issue, they helped my father and I'm sure they can help your case too. God bless.
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01 Jan, 2025 by Jorge salazar
Stay away from this Nieves law They make me deposit $5000 at the end they charge $2000 to me for doing nothing Alejesen de esta firma de abogados me hicieron depositar $5000 dls después a última hora no me ayudaron en nada y por dos llamadas me cobraron $1900 dls
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