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25 Feb, 2024 by Bill uriarte
Extremely knowledgeable lady Attorney that have known known for over 30 years. Highly recommend in her area of the Law.
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22 Jan, 2024 by Jesse lehmann (jesse lehmann)
There is no more effective or trustworthy legal team in Sonoma. Excellent folks.
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24 Apr, 2020 by Fancy flush now the posh privy
We love working with the Fritz's, both Teresa and Bill are a wonderful duo that have helped us out tremendously over the years. Always around if I have a quick question, and they have even referred us to some of their clients as well!
They are a green company like us and use solar power in their office as well as electric vehicles as well
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05 Dec, 2023 by Kelly fleury
Worst experience with an attorney in my entire life- I couldn’t afford to pay his exorbitant costs anymore and as such he said he was dropping my case
Instead he continued to work behind my back with my ex husband and his lawyer for 3 months and attempted to have my son taken away from me
He never once made any contact with me or my children or ex lawyer to hear anything we had to say
Worst parenting coordinator in Sonoma County by far
Don’t use him unless you want to give him all of your money to get him on your side
Otherwise he leaves you out to dry
Run if the courts suggest you use him
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19 Aug, 2023 by Jared bertoli
Shawn Bunyard is a great attorney and more importantly a great man. I can assure you he and his firm have the child's best interest in mind.
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17 Dec, 2021 by Khristina
Robin is kind, honest and direct. I hired her because I wanted to approach my divorce in a respectful way and she appropriately handled my case this way. She is very knowledgeable about and can successfully navigate the Sonoma County Superior Court system which is beneficial to her clients.
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20 Dec, 2024 by Ramón ulice hernández jiménez
26 Nov, 2024 by Dennis barella
21 Nov, 2024 by Sara brett
Evan Zelig is the best criminal law attorney in Sonoma county. I had someone wrongfully accused of DV, and we called Evan immediately. He educated us on the law and the likely outcome. The charges were dropped in the interim but Evan still supported us as a courtesy on the hearing date to drop the charges and emailed back later to answer more questions I had. He's very responsive and I like that he helped me understand how the laws work for criminal cases so I could understand what was going on. He has reasonable prices (even though I didn't need to hire him) and a great attitude. Don't look elsewhere if you find yourself or a loved one charged with a criminal charge.
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31 Jan, 2025 by Remon tawasha
I just would like to say that I did not have a pleasant experience with the law offices of J Chrisp at all. The reason why for that is after a year of J Chrisp law firm accepting my case, they finally tell me again after a year later, that there is nothing we can do for you that we have no case at all just by looking at the police report.
I asked the law offices of J Chrisp law firm What was on the police report that made us have no case at all to go after the insurance? Officer Schwartz of the Santa Rosa Police department stated in his statement that he cannot determine who was out fault at the accident, which is complete bullshit. I explained exactly how she was at fault for merging onto our lane. Not only at the time of the accident that he let the old lady who was at fault to leave the accident scene without even providing me her insurance information But Officer Schwartz of the Santa Rosa Police Department only stated this false information on the statement because he is white and the old lady is white and I am tan color skin.
I could tell you the whole story but it’ll take too long. All I know is the other party was at fault she merged onto my lane Sent me my wife and my kid to the emergency room. We have been doing physical therapy for almost a year now and we are still not getting better And I’ve been paying everything out of my own expense to get from supposedly an almost 5 star law firm office telling me that at the beginning you have a great case to all of a sudden zero case.
People please do not be deceived. The law offices of J Chrisp is the worst law firms I have ever experienced in my entire existence. do not be deceived of the almost 5 star reviews. It’s ridiculous if they really claim to be an almost really 5 star review law firm they would have told me last year when my accident first happened to inform me that we have no case here instead of them telling me we have such a great case here and getting my hopes up.
They have so many clientele that they can’t even start your case until probably eight months later or more is what it looks like to me.
Did you know not once have I ever spoken to an actual attorney at this law firm but all paralegals which is ridiculous
Jesus Christ, my God is my witness that’s all it matters at the end of the day. My wife knows, my infant baby knows that the lady was at fault.
I forgive you law offices of J Chrisp, I forgive you, Officer Schwartz of the Santa Rosa Police Department for falsifying your report because I’m not white, and I also forgive you old lady for crashing into our vehicle though you know deep down from your heart old lady that you were at fault
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25 Nov, 2024 by Maisy de leon
I highly recommend the Law Offices of J.Chrisp to anyone who has received even the smallest injuries in a car accident. He was able to get me over 3x the amount of money that I had originally hoped for. Getting in a car accident can be stressful and traumatic but he helped my family get the best out of an awful situation.
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30 Oct, 2024 by Veronica lawrence
Do you need a Barracuda? Then she is your best bet.
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31 Jan, 2025 by Remon tawasha
I just would like to say that I did not have a pleasant experience with the law offices of J Chrisp at all. The reason why for that is after a year of J Chrisp law firm accepting my case, they finally tell me again after a year later, that there is nothing we can do for you that we have no case at all just by looking at the police report.
I asked the law offices of J Chrisp law firm What was on the police report that made us have no case at all to go after the insurance? Officer Schwartz of the Santa Rosa Police department stated in his statement that he cannot determine who was out fault at the accident, which is complete bullshit. I explained exactly how she was at fault for merging onto our lane. Not only at the time of the accident that he let the old lady who was at fault to leave the accident scene without even providing me her insurance information But Officer Schwartz of the Santa Rosa Police Department only stated this false information on the statement because he is white and the old lady is white and I am tan color skin.
I could tell you the whole story but it’ll take too long. All I know is the other party was at fault she merged onto my lane Sent me my wife and my kid to the emergency room. We have been doing physical therapy for almost a year now and we are still not getting better And I’ve been paying everything out of my own expense to get from supposedly an almost 5 star law firm office telling me that at the beginning you have a great case to all of a sudden zero case.
People please do not be deceived. The law offices of J Chrisp is the worst law firms I have ever experienced in my entire existence. do not be deceived of the almost 5 star reviews. It’s ridiculous if they really claim to be an almost really 5 star review law firm they would have told me last year when my accident first happened to inform me that we have no case here instead of them telling me we have such a great case here and getting my hopes up.
They have so many clientele that they can’t even start your case until probably eight months later or more is what it looks like to me.
Did you know not once have I ever spoken to an actual attorney at this law firm but all paralegals which is ridiculous
Jesus Christ, my God is my witness that’s all it matters at the end of the day. My wife knows, my infant baby knows that the lady was at fault.
I forgive you law offices of J Chrisp, I forgive you, Officer Schwartz of the Santa Rosa Police Department for falsifying your report because I’m not white, and I also forgive you old lady for crashing into our vehicle though you know deep down from your heart old lady that you were at fault
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25 Nov, 2024 by Maisy de leon
I highly recommend the Law Offices of J.Chrisp to anyone who has received even the smallest injuries in a car accident. He was able to get me over 3x the amount of money that I had originally hoped for. Getting in a car accident can be stressful and traumatic but he helped my family get the best out of an awful situation.
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30 Oct, 2024 by Veronica lawrence
Do you need a Barracuda? Then she is your best bet.
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31 Jan, 2025 by Remon tawasha
I just would like to say that I did not have a pleasant experience with the law offices of J Chrisp at all. The reason why for that is after a year of J Chrisp law firm accepting my case, they finally tell me again after a year later, that there is nothing we can do for you that we have no case at all just by looking at the police report.
I asked the law offices of J Chrisp law firm What was on the police report that made us have no case at all to go after the insurance? Officer Schwartz of the Santa Rosa Police department stated in his statement that he cannot determine who was out fault at the accident, which is complete bullshit. I explained exactly how she was at fault for merging onto our lane. Not only at the time of the accident that he let the old lady who was at fault to leave the accident scene without even providing me her insurance information But Officer Schwartz of the Santa Rosa Police Department only stated this false information on the statement because he is white and the old lady is white and I am tan color skin.
I could tell you the whole story but it’ll take too long. All I know is the other party was at fault she merged onto my lane Sent me my wife and my kid to the emergency room. We have been doing physical therapy for almost a year now and we are still not getting better And I’ve been paying everything out of my own expense to get from supposedly an almost 5 star law firm office telling me that at the beginning you have a great case to all of a sudden zero case.
People please do not be deceived. The law offices of J Chrisp is the worst law firms I have ever experienced in my entire existence. do not be deceived of the almost 5 star reviews. It’s ridiculous if they really claim to be an almost really 5 star review law firm they would have told me last year when my accident first happened to inform me that we have no case here instead of them telling me we have such a great case here and getting my hopes up.
They have so many clientele that they can’t even start your case until probably eight months later or more is what it looks like to me.
Did you know not once have I ever spoken to an actual attorney at this law firm but all paralegals which is ridiculous
Jesus Christ, my God is my witness that’s all it matters at the end of the day. My wife knows, my infant baby knows that the lady was at fault.
I forgive you law offices of J Chrisp, I forgive you, Officer Schwartz of the Santa Rosa Police Department for falsifying your report because I’m not white, and I also forgive you old lady for crashing into our vehicle though you know deep down from your heart old lady that you were at fault
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25 Nov, 2024 by Maisy de leon
I highly recommend the Law Offices of J.Chrisp to anyone who has received even the smallest injuries in a car accident. He was able to get me over 3x the amount of money that I had originally hoped for. Getting in a car accident can be stressful and traumatic but he helped my family get the best out of an awful situation.
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30 Oct, 2024 by Veronica lawrence
Do you need a Barracuda? Then she is your best bet.
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31 Jan, 2025 by Remon tawasha
I just would like to say that I did not have a pleasant experience with the law offices of J Chrisp at all. The reason why for that is after a year of J Chrisp law firm accepting my case, they finally tell me again after a year later, that there is nothing we can do for you that we have no case at all just by looking at the police report.
I asked the law offices of J Chrisp law firm What was on the police report that made us have no case at all to go after the insurance? Officer Schwartz of the Santa Rosa Police department stated in his statement that he cannot determine who was out fault at the accident, which is complete bullshit. I explained exactly how she was at fault for merging onto our lane. Not only at the time of the accident that he let the old lady who was at fault to leave the accident scene without even providing me her insurance information But Officer Schwartz of the Santa Rosa Police Department only stated this false information on the statement because he is white and the old lady is white and I am tan color skin.
I could tell you the whole story but it’ll take too long. All I know is the other party was at fault she merged onto my lane Sent me my wife and my kid to the emergency room. We have been doing physical therapy for almost a year now and we are still not getting better And I’ve been paying everything out of my own expense to get from supposedly an almost 5 star law firm office telling me that at the beginning you have a great case to all of a sudden zero case.
People please do not be deceived. The law offices of J Chrisp is the worst law firms I have ever experienced in my entire existence. do not be deceived of the almost 5 star reviews. It’s ridiculous if they really claim to be an almost really 5 star review law firm they would have told me last year when my accident first happened to inform me that we have no case here instead of them telling me we have such a great case here and getting my hopes up.
They have so many clientele that they can’t even start your case until probably eight months later or more is what it looks like to me.
Did you know not once have I ever spoken to an actual attorney at this law firm but all paralegals which is ridiculous
Jesus Christ, my God is my witness that’s all it matters at the end of the day. My wife knows, my infant baby knows that the lady was at fault.
I forgive you law offices of J Chrisp, I forgive you, Officer Schwartz of the Santa Rosa Police Department for falsifying your report because I’m not white, and I also forgive you old lady for crashing into our vehicle though you know deep down from your heart old lady that you were at fault
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25 Nov, 2024 by Maisy de leon
I highly recommend the Law Offices of J.Chrisp to anyone who has received even the smallest injuries in a car accident. He was able to get me over 3x the amount of money that I had originally hoped for. Getting in a car accident can be stressful and traumatic but he helped my family get the best out of an awful situation.
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30 Oct, 2024 by Veronica lawrence
Do you need a Barracuda? Then she is your best bet.
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08 Jul, 2024 by Glory grosso
Horrible office. J Milligan threatened me many times. Gave me a wrong court date that I would have flown 6 thousand miles for nothing if I had not checked the court calender myself. When I asked for a refund he threatened to have me arrested. He is a real prima donna. If you want an attorney who can not tell the differance between a felony and a lesser charge then he is your man.
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08 Jul, 2024 by Esteban ramirez
I highly recommend Fiumara & Milligan Law Firm. Their commitment and advocacy to education is what brought them to my attention. They have now successfully represented me on two legal matters. Their dedicated staff worked tirelessly until achieving my desired goals. I will always be thankful for the end results. A big thank to the Fiumara & Mulligan Team!
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08 Jul, 2024 by David eubanks
Amazing experience working with this law firm. Jessyca, Caroline and Michael are TOP-NOTCH criminal defense lawyers! The are professional and highly skilled at what they do! You can tell they have extensive experience to get criminal charges reduced or dismissed as their track record proves that!!
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08 Jul, 2024 by Esteban ramirez
I highly recommend Fiumara & Milligan Law Firm. Their commitment and advocacy to education is what brought them to my attention. They have now successfully represented me on two legal matters. Their dedicated staff worked tirelessly until achieving my desired goals. I will always be thankful for the end results. A big thank to the Fiumara & Mulligan Team!
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08 Jul, 2024 by Glory grosso
Horrible office. J Milligan threatened me many times. Gave me a wrong court date that I would have flown 6 thousand miles for nothing if I had not checked the court calender myself. When I asked for a refund he threatened to have me arrested. He is a real prima donna. If you want an attorney who can not tell the differance between a felony and a lesser charge then he is your man.
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08 Jul, 2024 by David eubanks
Amazing experience working with this law firm. Jessyca, Caroline and Michael are TOP-NOTCH criminal defense lawyers! The are professional and highly skilled at what they do! You can tell they have extensive experience to get criminal charges reduced or dismissed as their track record proves that!!
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16 Nov, 2023 by Ez tree inc tree group
Elissa and her staff are literally the best when it comes to Family Law. From our first meeting, She explained everything to me in terms I could easily understand and was always very responsive whenever I had any questions.
If anyone is looking for a knowledgeable attorney who is compassionate about her work , call Elissa and her staff!
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09 Sep, 2023 by Macy-june brooks
Elissa is extremely kind, compassionate, very intelligent! And Heather is so on top of things! Great team I highly recommend!
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25 Aug, 2023 by Michael ferran
Eric is an extraordinary attorney who relentlessly advocated for me against a platoon of defense attorneys. He prevailed against significant game playing resistance by the defense while obtaining the evidence we needed that no other attorney would have been able to obtain. He previously successfully argued a personal injury case for his client in the Supreme Court, and established precedent law that other PI attorneys now utilize to advocate for their PI clients. Remember the line from the movie 'Taken'..."What I do have are a very particular set of skills, skills I have acquired over a very long career" That's Eric Young
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19 Apr, 2024 by Simon raya
Needed help with cyber and direct harassment for my online profile. Davin and his team are fantastic. I feel good that I have connected with them. I have also used Davin and Jeff in the past for suit to quiet title actions in the past. These gentleman can help with disputes and litigation. 5/5
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08 Apr, 2024 by Austin locke
Kim Marois is the best! She told me I was incapable of taking care of a pet. Now there are several and Chippy just had five kittens. They are 1/2 leopard and 1/2 tabby. They go purr 😸 all day long and bite everybody else and their pets, except me. Chippy's labor was extremely difficult, she took a 24 hour break but still accepted food. Well, it seems that my pets are weird but controllable. It would be my honor to offer one to Kim, only after teaching it to only piss on the floor. And other things. Because Kim is so great she deserves this. A nice kitten. 🐱
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08 Sep, 2019 by Stephen zang
14 Feb, 2024 by Anonymous
Christine is a charismatic litigator and strong personality in court. She excels in domestic violence actions and setting client expectations in each of her matters.
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08 Nov, 2024 by Jeannine sheppard
I can’t say enough about the kindness and compassion shown by Erika as she helped me get my affairs in order. I’d been putting it off for years, honestly out of superstition—I kept thinking that once I had everything in place, something bad might happen to me. But Erika truly put my mind at ease, never rushing me, always understanding, and guiding me every step of the way. Now, instead of fear, I feel peace knowing that my loved ones won’t have to wonder or guess about my wishes. If you’re hesitant or nervous, trust me, Erika is the person to help you through it.
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19 Aug, 2024 by Bruce hoberg
Excellent law firm, we had our family trust updated from 2002.
It is amazing how much had in 20 years. I have referred family and friends and they were all happy
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19 Aug, 2024 by Gary foss
Skilled, professional legal services/advice, good follow up by staff
and easy to work with as changes occur during the life of the trust
and related legal documents.
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01 Apr, 2022 by Eduardo ruiz
Diana and everyone at this office were great to work with! You can really tell they care about your case and want to do the best they possibly can to help you out, which I really appreciated.
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26 Aug, 2021 by Kelli ruderman
I spoke with Diana at Max Arnold's office and she is amazing! Turns out they couldn't help me with the issue I was having but she made a couple calls anyway. And that extra effort solved my issue!!! So great to find people that care. I will definitely go here if I need legal help.
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25 Nov, 2020 by Alex wroten
They treated me personally not just like a number ! They were amazing they helped me through the whole process and helped me take care of my family while i was injured and could not . They are a very good law firm !!! I would strongly recommend them!!!
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04 Dec, 2024 by James searles
Honest, fair and easy to work with!
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04 Sep, 2024 by Jg bracco
Called this jerk for a consultation on property issues. Tried to give him the basic background and issues I was facing and he kept interrupting and telling me how he does this and that, without hearing me out or accurately understanding what I was asking. Then when I tried to tell him what my real issues were, he gets pissed and tells me off. Who argues with people trying to give them business? Maybe lighten up on the caffeine.
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08 Jul, 2024 by Ashley stegner
Joe works miracles literally my fiancé was for sure on his way to prison and he got him out of a prison twice!!!! I would highly recommend him to anyone !! BEST DEFENSE Lawyer in Sonoma county!!
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18 Aug, 2023 by Anonymous
I had a consultation with Ms. Browne when looking for an attorney. I could not work with her for personal reasons. I strongly recommend her. She is wise, kind, and knowledgeable. Not a combination that is easy to find,
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21 Feb, 2022 by Gloria
Divorce something I never thought I would be going through. I was desperate and needed guidance and I found Jeanne!! Can't thank her enough for her services. She made things seem so easy during the process, she cares about the people she's helping. Thanks to her I found courage and strength during this hard time I could not have done this without her. I left it all in her hands and I would do it again if I had to. Thank you very much Mrs. Jeanne my children and I are forever grateful.
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08 Jul, 2019 by Anonymous
I was often frustrated with how long it took Jeanne to follow through on things during divorce process. Things she should have taken care of didn't get done. I relied on her to know, and make sure I knew, the things that needed to be done. Ultimately, she didn't follow through on a very important final detail. It resulted in costing me several thousands of dollars and months of time consuming/stressful phone calls and letters to unraveling the mess. when I contacted her for help, she was willing to talk with me, send me a copy of my settlement, and make a phone call; but anything more than that and she "would have to charge me for her time". Not exactly the way I would have handled it if I had made that mistake.
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30 May, 2024 by Melvin151515
Under the best of circumstances, divorce is difficult. I didn’t think I needed an attorney. I was wrong. Joann and company did not tell me what I wanted to hear. They told me what I needed to hear. In the end, it came down to the fact that I had a much better attorney. More organized. More proactive and knowledgeable. And dare I say it, more aggressive. Divorce is like whack a mole. And a box of chocolates.
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25 Apr, 2023 by J. a.
I recently used Joann Campoy at a Family Law Firm for my complicated divorce. Joann Campoy and Team are such a knowledgeable and caring group of people who showed me compassion and support throughout my Divorce. Joann helped me stay grounded and focused during the emotional times as well as she helped guide me through all the overwhelming legal jargon and paperwork. Equally caring, her staff showed me kindness and understanding for my situation. Both Joann and Team always provided professional replies to my many questions and they were always answered in a timely manner. Throughout the entire process, I felt I was always kept up-to-date and included in every email and correspondence . I am grateful for her patience and her caring ability to get me through to the otherside. I highly recommend Joann Campoy and a Family LawFirm.
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06 Sep, 2022 by Noah lowry
I recommend A family Law for your legal needs. They are friendly, competent, efficient, and good communicators. I used them for my divorce and got it finalized when other firms couldn’t. Ideally I won’t have to use them again for another divorce, lolz, but I do recommend them for others. Cheers
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09 Nov, 2024 by Jm miller
One’s own death is the most personal thing of all, yet there are legal requirements, financial consequences, and medical decisions one had best consider in advance.
I’ve worked with two other estate planners, compared to whom Roy Johnston has clearly superior skills, experience, and temperament.
Now, following several meetings, and at very reasonable cost, I’ve got a reliable plan for dealing with both the uncertainties and inevitabilities in my future.
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03 Aug, 2024 by Mrmediatoday
The best knowledge able and honest attorney l
Deal with in my life.
Big thanks 🙏
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30 Jul, 2024 by Kim hardisty good
Roy is wonderful! He walked me through a very hard decision process step by step and I feel very good about the decisions I made. I would highly recommend him to anyone without hesitation!
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22 May, 2024 by Paul jenkins
Where did this clown get his education? He threatens opposing parties and honestly should be disbarred. If you want to waste money and time, he is your council. He knows nothing about court rules or immigration, don’t be foolish infact, hire a monkey before you consider wasting your money and timeon this obvious idiot.
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26 May, 2017 by Anonymous
Do not choose James Sansone, if you are looking for someone to represent you diligently; I feel I was better off without representation than have him as my attorney. He showed no motivation or competence. He has poor written and oral skills. He was consistently uninformed about my case. He was not aware of court dates and left me hanging and stressed out; he called me 5 minutes before a court appearance to tell me I have to be in court. He showed a complete lack of interest in learning the details of my case and therefore did not provide any support or helpful advice during mediation. He stood over me during mediation and demanded that I sign a stipulation which had items added that I had no knowledge of nor agreed to. The stipulation that he worked on my behalf stated that Louise Fightmaster, the mediator, without my knowledge was appointed as child custody recommending counselor, which is in conflict with being the divorce mediator. After I fired, James Sansone, my new attorney found this item and it was retracted from the stipulation because it was in violation. As an attorney he is a poor choice.
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16 Nov, 2013 by Lisatwo39
Jim helped me out in a family law matter. Ive worked with a lot of worthless lawyers and Jim is a good guy. He's honest and up front. He doesn't overcharge his clients.
He works with you when you can't afford it. He was a life saver, and a blessing after my other lawyer took me for a ride.
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29 May, 2015 by Anonymous
He get's a "good" not excellent, only because he is not personable---but that's not why you hire an eviction attorney. If you don't mind posting some of the notices, etc, you wll save money and should still get the eviction you need. Clockwork. Thanks Charles and Bonnie!
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24 Mar, 2022 by Lisa poore
27 Oct, 2021 by Jeni hough
22 Jul, 2021 by Colleen heinrich
Always professional, supportive and knowledgable. Thank you for your time in helping to sort out all the chaos making it smooth and painless...
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24 Mar, 2022 by Lisa poore
27 Oct, 2021 by Jeni hough
22 Jul, 2021 by Colleen heinrich
Always professional, supportive and knowledgable. Thank you for your time in helping to sort out all the chaos making it smooth and painless...
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24 Mar, 2022 by Lisa poore
27 Oct, 2021 by Jeni hough
22 Jul, 2021 by Colleen heinrich
Always professional, supportive and knowledgable. Thank you for your time in helping to sort out all the chaos making it smooth and painless...
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29 Nov, 2024 by Jeneane wagner
Scott was very professional, he was able to handle my case with efficiency and years of knowledge. I highly recommend hiring Scott Lewis.
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22 Nov, 2024 by Jan tyler
Scott Lewis is an excellent attorney and helped us to favorably settle our lawsuit.
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07 Nov, 2024 by Jon schutz
This firm was great at getting me through a rough divorce, Marla and her team kept me focused in a very emotional divorce. I highly recommend them for a divorce attorney and many other services they can provide. I got exactly what I paid for and understood most of the process, but I am far from an attorney. I believe I would have paid a lot more if not for the hard working team there and would like to thank all of them all over again! Thank you everyone that helped me through this difficult process.
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06 Nov, 2024 by Michael hohndorf
Unbelievably poor service . My mother passed well over three years ago. My sister was the Trustee for the trust. I requested copies of my mothers bank statements and was advised that they were Not going to provide them… I.have called and emailed numerous times to get clarification on the remaining fund distribution. I find it amazing that it has taken over three years to settle an uncontested trust. Communication is a great thing and I don’t understand the unprofessional attitude of these folks. I guess the longer they drag it out the more fees they collect. I cannot stand folks that don’t answere calls or emails. Finally, I did get ahold of the paralegal yesterday morning and “ Jonny” stated she would get back to me in one hour. I never received the call…,
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28 May, 2024 by B p
In 2022 I had came in and needed their services. I spoke with Julie and It was a tough situation revolving my father that passed away. She told me what they could do and they did their best to help me. I didn't understand certain things at the time and was under a cloud of pain among other things. They still gave me patience and took the time to listen to what had happened. I couldn't get a resolution in my case and retrieve my fathers items to this day, but it was never because of Brockway Law. Just an unfortunate series of events that made it difficult to continue further financially & emotionally. Brockway Law did the best they could and I will always appreciate it. Thank you
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04 Apr, 2024 by Cynthia healy
Dear Roy,
I know some folks who look back and think they could have gotten their awards from the Fire Victim Trust without an attorney.
That is not my experience. From my first meeting with you, I was comforted by your confidence that you would fight for us, even while you were dealing with your loss as well. That impressed me. You were clearly, “one of us”.
You have been consistently responsive and supportive in getting me and my family through this experience of joining the law suit. Your staff were always kind and helpful. And now you have helped me get to closure with my deceased husband’s claim. I thank you. And my sons do too.
You have my deep appreciation and admiration.
Cynthia Healy
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25 Nov, 2024 by Mouse mouse
Worst law firm I have ever used. I have never felt the need to go after a lousy lawyer and complain to the CA Bar, but I do now. Not to mention I have to go after them in Small Claims to return money that they were supposed to leave in my mom's trust to pay bill that have come up.
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21 Feb, 2022 by Raymond fleming
Exceptional service from all staff.
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29 Jan, 2022 by Darla arreguin
I highly recommend this law firm and particularly attorney Stephanie Hess. We've retained Stephanie for several years now for various reasons. Stephanie is a professional bulldog with a refreshing balance of humanity. Stephanie does not cut corners and covers all the bases! Dodi, who assists Stephanie is spot on every time something is needed. I'm embarrassed to say I do not remember the name of another attorney at the law firm, he was tall with red hair. He was outstanding with crunching numbers (this was a few years ago).
Request a consultation here first before going elsewhere, you won't be disappointed!
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25 Nov, 2024 by Mouse mouse
Worst law firm I have ever used. I have never felt the need to go after a lousy lawyer and complain to the CA Bar, but I do now. Not to mention I have to go after them in Small Claims to return money that they were supposed to leave in my mom's trust to pay bill that have come up.
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21 Feb, 2022 by Raymond fleming
Exceptional service from all staff.
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29 Jan, 2022 by Darla arreguin
I highly recommend this law firm and particularly attorney Stephanie Hess. We've retained Stephanie for several years now for various reasons. Stephanie is a professional bulldog with a refreshing balance of humanity. Stephanie does not cut corners and covers all the bases! Dodi, who assists Stephanie is spot on every time something is needed. I'm embarrassed to say I do not remember the name of another attorney at the law firm, he was tall with red hair. He was outstanding with crunching numbers (this was a few years ago).
Request a consultation here first before going elsewhere, you won't be disappointed!
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05 Dec, 2023 by Kelly fleury
Worst experience with an attorney in my entire life- I couldn’t afford to pay his exorbitant costs anymore and as such he said he was dropping my case
Instead he continued to work behind my back with my ex husband and his lawyer for 3 months and attempted to have my son taken away from me
He never once made any contact with me or my children or ex lawyer to hear anything we had to say
Worst parenting coordinator in Sonoma County by far
Don’t use him unless you want to give him all of your money to get him on your side
Otherwise he leaves you out to dry
Run if the courts suggest you use him
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19 Aug, 2023 by Jared bertoli
Shawn Bunyard is a great attorney and more importantly a great man. I can assure you he and his firm have the child's best interest in mind.
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13 Sep, 2021 by Be tron
I dont know what happened but shawn said he was going to fight for my mom. We didnt feel that it happened. He said he was going to fight for half of the properties the pention and spousal support the car and so on. None of that happened except half of the pention and the house was sold but my dad ended up keeping the properties and the car. And all this took forever to end but my mom isnt happy with the outcome of how he said he was going to get all this and didnt get it like he said. I honestly dont recomend. I thought he was going to do more and didnt. My dad basically got to keep everything
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05 Dec, 2023 by Kelly fleury
Worst experience with an attorney in my entire life- I couldn’t afford to pay his exorbitant costs anymore and as such he said he was dropping my case
Instead he continued to work behind my back with my ex husband and his lawyer for 3 months and attempted to have my son taken away from me
He never once made any contact with me or my children or ex lawyer to hear anything we had to say
Worst parenting coordinator in Sonoma County by far
Don’t use him unless you want to give him all of your money to get him on your side
Otherwise he leaves you out to dry
Run if the courts suggest you use him
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19 Aug, 2023 by Jared bertoli
Shawn Bunyard is a great attorney and more importantly a great man. I can assure you he and his firm have the child's best interest in mind.
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13 Sep, 2021 by Be tron
I dont know what happened but shawn said he was going to fight for my mom. We didnt feel that it happened. He said he was going to fight for half of the properties the pention and spousal support the car and so on. None of that happened except half of the pention and the house was sold but my dad ended up keeping the properties and the car. And all this took forever to end but my mom isnt happy with the outcome of how he said he was going to get all this and didnt get it like he said. I honestly dont recomend. I thought he was going to do more and didnt. My dad basically got to keep everything
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17 Apr, 2023 by Anonymous
He is by far no 5 star lawyer,, that is false. Richard Sax is nothing but a crook,, who overcharges his clients for things he doesn't do to defend you. My experience with this man was embarrassing when it came time to defend me. He babbled about taking the deal I was offered and in front of everyone he raised his voice telling me I was a drug abuser and put me down suggesting I was at fault when he was suppose to be defending me. He was fired directly after our conference with the other attorney wasting a year of my time making false statements to me saying how he would fight for me when he does nothing but get red in the face and flustered when put on the spot. He will not defend you,, he pushes off court dates and drags it on and on,, to make money off his clients. He is an embarrassment to have as your lawyer. I don't think he is capable of doing his job. You van do better defending yourself as he does nothing you ask,, always disagrees and does only what he wants n does not care about his clients at all. He will charge you for many things and then lose your case that's the truth. Stay away from this crook. I've never had a lawyer who is so stupid. I've watched him do the same thing to peeps I've net n known for years as he ripped them off and lost each case I've heard of threw his clients. Somebody should stop him from cheating people out of their money and time. He can't even defend himself for his lame actions. Dirtbag lawyer in my opinion. Fact
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12 Nov, 2020 by Scott
Richard may have been a good attorney once - I now think he doesn’t care about his clients. Everything here is my opinion, personal feelings or facts of the case.
A person is using restraining orders to stalk me. Desperate to recover my life, I reluctantly sought a protective order. I told Richard I only want to proceed if he was certain we’d win; he was pretty sure we could. After 2 years extreme PTSD, I gathered up last savings, paid his retainer. A huge step for me just to be in the courtroom with my abuser.
We agreed to hiring a process server. His office called, insisted I find a friend to serve process or we’d miss filing date. High anxiety for me, never did get her served. I informed Richard, he said I’d wanted to be “near her.” First red flag for sure. Should have fired him then and there.
He refused to become familiar with the prior case, could not convince him to be prepared. He not being conversant cost us dearly. In the courtroom, he was a complete greenhorn.
My stalker took my claims and filed her own restraining order. Richard was unreachable - even his office doesn’t know how to reach him. When he finally responded, he said nothing new here - of course, it was my exact language!
My stalker charged at me on the beach screaming and cussing. I couldn’t prove it, then lo, she brought in video which did. The video showed she lay in wait and images further contradicted her own Declaration. She lied 2x. Richard couldn’t win with that.
My own witness described being harassed by my stalker 2x, followed out of the market by my ex with fists raised, spittle flying. She feared for her own safety and underwent six weeks of panic attacks. A County Supervisor’s wife, no less! Richard couldn’t win with that.
My ex’s argument for running a stop sign to hit me was there were places I could have pulled over. I said I did pull over, her fool attorney just repeated himself. She did not deny the violent attack with a motor vehicle.
Richard told me he’d won restraining orders just because someone gave someone the “bird”. I personally find it aggressive and yet my stalker proudly admitted it. Richard did not win.
Richard presented his bill as if he’d won the case, a full 25% over his rate. The whole courtroom seem embarrassed as this doddering man was fully out of step with the proceedings.
Ex and I were in the same restaurant together, no restraining orders issued. I never approached her, I never saw her. Oddly, my ex describes her own fixated behavior taking photos of me backwards over her shoulder, which photos contradict her own claims. Judge said ex gasped when she saw me, therefore deserves a 5 year restraining order against me, even though her testimony and declarations contradicted! I’m further entrapped by this person I only dated 1.5 years and want nothing more than to be left alone, worse off than before I’d met Richard.
He failed to object, despite being asked, to the other attorney’s highly inflated fees, costing me an additional $5,000. I was suffering from PTSD so badly I couldn’t earn income. One word, object, would have done it.
Richard’s invoice came in 3x over his quote, though no change in scope, venue, or the anticipated contention of opposing party, less work than promised, was unconversant.
Entitled to copies of exhibits, Richard failed to request real-time, then refused to get them for me. Basic stuff. I feared I may have to move from my home. Richard quipped, “I think we did a pretty good job.” Really?
She continues to stalk me. There’s nothing I can do, I’m disabled, terrorized, afraid to go out. COVID may have a single upside - I’ve been left alone more, and can finally get my head around what happened and write this review.
It is my view that Richard Sax does not care about his clients, cases, profession. He struck me as lazy, uninformed, unresourceful, unskilled. He got me into far worse territory than I was. I highly recommend avoiding -
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22 Apr, 2018 by Melissa
After fighting foreclosure on my own for years by raising legal challenges it was time to turn it over to a professional. Knowing that most homeowners lose I needed the best attorney possible because I couldn't lose my home of thirty years. After much research on Google scholar it was narrowed down to three or four attorneys or law firms in Northern California based on repeated success for homeowners against the banks. One stood out not only for having a published opinion but also because I'd hired him years earlier to successfully represent me in a partnership dispute and that was Richard Sax.
He has all the qualities that you want in an attorney. He's a sharp and experienced litigator who's driven to win and respected by the courts and the opposition. He's also honest and wants the best result for his clients. His communication skills are excellent, he listens and works with the client and always promptly responds to emails which I understand is kind of unusual.
There aren't that many attorneys willing to go up against big business and the banks on the behalf of the little guy but this is something at which Sax excels. Foreclosure litigation is complex involving multiple areas of the law and he is experienced in them all.
Making his representation even more effective his practice includes highly regarded real estate attorney, William Matz. His paralegals and staff are always cordial and helpful and this means a lot in something as nerve wracking as fighting a financial institution trying to take your home.
His successful representation has prevented my home from being foreclosed on and I give him the highest possible recommendation.
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