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07 Sep, 2023 by Lybah asad
Hard to reach by phone. Charge crazy amount for consultation
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10 Feb, 2023 by Jesse woods
25 Oct, 2022 by Northern california “ncbp” breakthrough parenting
We always have a wonderful working relationship with Mr. Banks, and his office. As a provider, we appreciate his quick and thorough responses. He is the type of colleague we appreciate working with, to help make all the family law transitions seamless. They are always a ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ to us, and their clients always report their satisfaction of this firm to us during feedback.
- Thank you Keith and team 💫
NCBP appreciates you all!!
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25 Apr, 2024 by Sin c
The firm was great at answering all my questions. They were extremely polite and considerate of my situation, I highly recommend them!
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25 Apr, 2024 by Chantelle
Mark was hired by my fiance
My fiance had to pay double than what he was expected to. My fiance also added up all the numbers all of his income for mark and my fiance continuously called Mark to make sure he had all the numbers correct. Mark assured him and my fiancé ended up paying more than what he makes. Mark lacks communication, empathy, experience. There have been other poor reviews but they seem to get erased he took his last site down with all the poor reviews he received. Mark promised reimbursement since it was his wrong doing and never received a dime. DO NOT go to Mark unless you want to get screwed over!
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22 Apr, 2024 by Xavier m
I WOULD HONESTLY GIVE 0 STARTS IF I COULD!!! REEL FATHERS RIGHTS IS HERE FOR YOUR MONEY AND NOT YOUR RIGHTS!
I would run like your hair is on fire there is nothing good to say about this corrupt practice. I spent over $15,000 in 2 months with Reel Fathers Rights not doing ANYTHING for me. When I said they did NOTHING they really did NOTHING the only thing I got out of it was a scheduled FaceTime call with my son. We were supposed to go in for a custody battle (with LOADS) of evidence that would have made it an easy case yet NONE of the evidence was provided and nothing was even talked about. Heath was the one to suggest we push back the hearing for my case back (so they could keep stealing my money for the next 2 months).
THEN after the case I was not and still have not be contacted AT ALL about what was actually done during court (this was in January). It has been over 3 months and I was not been reach out to by anyone except the billing lady even after I reloaded my “trust” ($3500) TWICE (paid them $7,000) when the firm wasn’t even doing anything and I had 2 months until we present all the evidence that I had already been billed for and paid.
I have called them multiple times to try and get that paperwork and everything that they have “filed” and spent with my $15,000 I have paid in the last 2 months and I have yet to be sent anything except for a bill.
During my time having these guys as my attorney the best part was firing them and finding a new attorney. BUT (not to my surprise) when I fired them my “trust” went from $700 all the way down to $200 so it essentially costed me $500 to fire them and of course there was no explanation and there were charges added that didn’t occur and I can prove.
I have never felt like a company left me worse off than I started with but this firm is TERRIBLE. Heath would tell me “we should file this” then when I would give them the go ahead to do it then he would turn around THE NEXT DAY and tell me “ah nah let’s not file that anymore not worth it” EVEN THOUGH I HAD ALREADY PAID AND BEEN BILLED OVER A $1,000 FOR THEM TO DO IT!!!!
I really don’t want YOU to have this experience as I know MANY MANY MANY others have had the exact same experience as me so please DO NOT let this firm steal your money switch to an attorney who is cheaper won’t add and make up fake charges to bill you for and actually does there job. (Such as saying that you had an hr phone call with the attorney when you didn’t and have phone records to prove it). I know there is many people who have filed a complaint with the California bar against these guys which goes to show how bad and corrupt of a business they are running.
Heath baker is the laziest attorney I have ever met, will not represent you in person, wastes time on your call (that is $600 an hr) talking about things that are not relevant to your case whatsoever, and will not follow up after court or even send an email. There is a lot more that I could say and share from my experience but I think that you get the point by now.
TAKE YOUR BUSINESS ELSEWHERE!!!!!
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10 Sep, 2024 by Danny chu
10 Sep, 2024 by Amanda t.
24 Jul, 2024 by Celestial being
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4.2
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10 Sep, 2024 by Danny chu
10 Sep, 2024 by Amanda t.
24 Jul, 2024 by Celestial being
06 May, 2024 by D rey
Working with Aman after my vehicle accident was a great experience. He is knowledgeable and thorough. He answered all of my questions and provided me with all of the information I needed to make informed decisions pertaining to my case. Aman was a great advocate for me throughout this process and I am grateful I was able to work with him
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11 Apr, 2024 by Steve kwak
I was referred to Mr Kang and his office. He went above and beyond and took his time to provide sounding advise and direct me to right direction.
His staffs (specially Valerie) was also very prompt and helpful.
Highly recommend him and his team!
All the best!
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11 Mar, 2024 by Jason pak
Paul and his team was amazing through the entire process. He really fought for me and made sure I was taken care of! Huge shout out to Kang Law! Thank you for your awesome service! Highly recommend going with this team!
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26 Apr, 2024 by Aaron g
I deeply regret my decision to hire this law firm to represent me in court, as they failed to fulfill their duties. Initially, they demanded a retainer fee of $5,000, which they quickly depleted within a month without any tangible progress. To make matters worse, they then requested additional funds. It took them two weeks after our initial meeting to even file the necessary documents stating that they were my attorneys, and even that was the extent of their efforts in court. If it were possible, I would rate this firm with negative scores. I strongly advise against wasting your time with them, as all the positive reviews are deceitful. This firm should be permanently closed down and prohibited from assisting anyone. I simply needed one task accomplished for my divorce, but instead, they consumed all the retainer fees by excessively communicating through emails and phone calls, which proved to be fruitless. I find myself in the exact same situation as when I first started, having wasted an entire month that I can never retrieve.
It is crucial to seek out genuine lawyers rather than unscrupulous individuals.
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29 Jan, 2024 by Gabby suthakar
27 Sep, 2023 by Erik mickelson
Friendly staff, hard-working and diligent attorneys
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4.2
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30 Nov, 2023 by Its me
25 Jun, 2023 by Christian ibarra
Amazing lawyers and the team they have. They explain everything in detail and give me calls to let me know any updates. They have kept me out of trouble and our Grafeful for their services.
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04 Oct, 2022 by Joseph h
23 Jun, 2024 by Jonathan stolarski
I was initially put off by the consultation, but upon further reflection of my situation involving child custody and visitation, I realize Mr. McHugh was honest and straight to the point, not wasting time on frivolous talk. If you need some professional advice, it's well worth the consultation, just make sure you write questions down in advance because he cannot read your mind. His opinion was valuable to me and I appreciate his honesty.
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19 Mar, 2024 by Janelle cutrer
21 Jan, 2024 by Zak schulps
Definitely one of the best, if not the best family law, practice and lawyer in Butte County 😉👍🏼🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
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18 Jul, 2024 by Scott kirby
In a very difficult time support and knowledge is there! Highly recommend and beyond satisfied with service provided. You are in good hands with Jennifer Granger!
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08 Jul, 2024 by Sierra spaulding
Absolutely would recommend Jennifer and her law office to anyone that may be in need of legal services. She was incredibly helpful and knowledgeable, always quick to respond and keep me informed. She was very clear about what was happening all along the way and helped me feel confident and kept clear expectations about my case. 10/10, 5 stars, A++++ !
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23 Mar, 2024 by Susan da costa
I had a great experience with Ms Granger and her assistant, Susie. Knowledgeable, professional and just wonderful to work with during this difficult time. Everything went so much more smoothly than I had anticipated. Thank you!
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04 Jun, 2024 by Troy whiteto
She took my money, made what turned out to be empty promises. Charged me near $1000 for a video hearing where she spent more time playing around in her office than pating attention. Alloed my due process rights to be violated. Late filings, no filings. Charged me for giving her the information needed for court, and sat there quiet... never using it. The other party committed perjury 3 times in one 45 min hearing, and although Anne had the evidence right in front of her, ahe chose not to us it, layer telling me it was now moot. Whrn i asked why she did not present it, she told me that it was not her job to present facts that discredit the other side... it was for the judge to figure it out. When i asked her to correct her mistakes, she sent me an additional bill, and yried to extort me for money, or let her quit after making a big mess. There is more than this, but dont believe these reviews about how great she is... she will scam you out of your mo ey, and find an exit ramp soon after. We are going to court abd i will be filing a state bar complaint, to try to get my money to pay someone to fix her negligence and malpractice. YES I HAVE PROOF!
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21 Mar, 2024 by Deann chase
Sacks Law Group is the best employer works compensation defense law firm. They have impeccable service in workers compensation law. Their prices are fair and reasonable.
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21 Mar, 2024 by Juss meilo
Sacks Law Group is very easy to work with. They guide you and know the work comp system very well. Their service is something you can count on. I always felt comfortable. And their prices are more than fair. Highly recommend.
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27 Mar, 2024 by Brett constant
06 Sep, 2023 by Shalique sm ellison (my novel mercedes)
My attorney was Jeffrey Valladolid and I really recommend this law firm. He is honest straight forward and to the point. Everyone in the office is welcoming and inviting. This firm genuinely wants to help people. Diane is amazing as well she is definitely a driving force. I can't thank everyone enough for all the help and advice I received for the 1 ½ years my case went on.
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04 Mar, 2023 by Shawn chowdhry
Blake is a great lawyer and he takes his work seriously and I have great working rationship with him.
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3.6
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21 Dec, 2023 by Bruce w. tyler, ea
Mr. Koch and his staff have been very patient, helpful and most of all, understanding during a very difficult time. HIGHLY recommend. (Disclaimer: No compensation in any form was received or promised by the law firm regarding the content in this review).
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15 Jun, 2023 by April holzer
The attorney was dismissive and persuasive when it fit his schedule. He pretended as if he was concerned but at the end of the day I was mislead and misrepresented. Do not use this attorney. Do your research and you will see. Give your money to someone that is willing to work for you.
The paralegal I had was amazing just not the attorney.
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19 Apr, 2023 by Deb becker
Ended up with nothing O support, no healthcare( i have cancer.) .Mr koch will not fight for you He actually said he dont care to me..I never went to court He drags case out so long you go broke.over 5 years $12,000 for what Ended up being uncontested devorce. Could of save the money did it myself. Does not tell u QDRO is$1400 more . up to u to get ex to pay his share after devorce Don't waste your money.
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29 Aug, 2024 by Erika descoust
The Weed Law Group delivers on their promise to fiercely advocate for clients. Their responsive, compassionate and highly competent approach is very reassuring. Weed Law is an excellent team to have working on your behalf!
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14 May, 2024 by Teresa
12 Mar, 2024 by Nancy cooksey
Knowledgeable experienced people whom take action and get results.
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24 Sep, 2024 by Eduardo reyes
My name is Eduardo Reyes and this has been long overdue. My partner (future wife) Erica and I started fighting for our Son in 2021. Prior to hiring Norma and working with her team it was a slow process actually extremely slow but nevertheless with some process. While things seem to have been progressing we started to realize that we needed legal assistance. My partner (future wife) Erica has always been my support time and time again she’s always came through with whatever the case was, which is exactly how we came across Norma Hernandez law firm after a few failed attempts we most definitely had a good feeling about her firm and staff, from her receptionist Marisol to her team that I’ve had a pleasure of working with April Duran, Dominic Chacon and of course Ms Norma Hernandez. Putting our faith in her and her team and most importantly God has been the best decision we’ve ever made. Our fight is far from over but with the help from Ms Hernandez and her staff things are being done “one step at a time”. This review is not complete yet but I can assure you if you feel like your back is against a wall and have no idea what your next step is, I can assure you that the best thing you can do is call Normas office and you’ll be greeted by Marisols friendly tone that’s ready to help you with the next step. Thank you Norma and thank you to your entire staff that have been helping us Fight for the best interest of our Son 🙏🏼 God Bless you and your entire team 🙏🏼
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11 Apr, 2024 by David blanco
worst lawyer ever I hired him to represent me but it seem to me like the was on the others parties side and not wanting to fight for me! also he is more worried about his money then to represent you! don't recomm to anyone
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10 Nov, 2023 by Norma hernandez
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6 Reviews
5.0
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12 Aug, 2022 by Ashley farrah
Highly recommended & Best attorney around for family law.
Absolutely amazing job at representing our case in court and has the best interest at heart for our children.
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30 Jun, 2018 by Maila gurung
08 Jun, 2018 by Joe
I came to Renee after my friend had recommended her to me. My ex-wife refused to let me see my daughter and I was not going in the direction I wanted to in the court system.
At the outset, Renee was extremely helpful, diligent and eager to help me get custody of my daughter. After a short period of time with her representing me, I now have custody of my daughter and will be going back to court with Renee to get more time.
Renee's fee structure is also reasonable given her experience in this area of law. I am very happy with Renee and the work she has done for me.
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08 Feb, 2024 by Elza
I highly recommend Mrs Purcell. I used her serviced in a highly complex court case in a paternal case and her delivery was exceptional. She was fast understanding the case and she put an extra effort finding our information that was highly relevant supporting my case. She delivered on time and was absolutely one of the best lawyers I have ever consulted. I highly recommend her.
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11 Jul, 2023 by George skaljac
Cliff Palefsky is a great attorney. You can't go wrong by using his services. If I could give him 10 stars I certainly would.
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20 Jan, 2023 by Anonymous
Was not pleased that I took advice she gave me during our consultation. Other attorneys who were more confident gave me the right advice but it was too late for me. Hopefully this review can save you from her apathy
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09 Sep, 2024 by Krista conte
Lori and her team are responsive, thoughtful and sensitive. They helped me through a tough time and also gave me great counsel along the way. I would highly recommend the Costanzo Law Firm.
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24 Aug, 2024 by T williams
Great Firm, very corresponding and versatile to their clients needs. Agenda and goal oriented in seeking justice.
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19 Aug, 2024 by Raquel riopel
30 Aug, 2024 by Raina
Melissa has a thorough understanding of the law and I highly recommend her legal services. She will handle your case with extreme professionalism and truly wants the best for her clients.
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30 Aug, 2024 by Third eye champagne psychic kirsten langston
I cannot say enough about Melissa Cianci. She is a tireless advocate who not only cares deeply about her clients and helping them but has an undeniable talent for litigation. Her performance in the court room is phenomenal. She will fight for you, period. She give you realistic expectations regard your outcomes and she provides top notch client care and goes above and beyond for you. In court, she's nothing less than dazzling. She is kind, intelligent, and extremely good at what she does.
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20 Mar, 2024 by Clarence patterson
Great firm, they are very knowledgeable in the field with a great reputation!
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09 Sep, 2024 by G m
I have personally used Mr Thomas Debenedetto and His firm. The firm is extremely helpful, kind, Understanding and get you the help you need to move forward. Thank you for all of your help!!! Gina Mcgraw
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02 Jun, 2024 by Kevin butler
Wow! What a great experience!! I recommend using Thomas Debenedetto!!
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24 May, 2024 by Jaime cortez
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4.1
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28 Feb, 2024 by Yeyssica valentin
01 Jan, 2024 by Rodney laurence
Excellent lawyer . I needed one for my divorce and I'm so glad I chose Mrs. Penley . She definitely knows her business . Very , very pleased with her professionalism . She gets things done quickly . I highly recommend that you give her a call . You won't be sorry .
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01 Jan, 2024 by Dana turner
Knowlegable lawyer who gets stuff done quickly and efficiently.
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15 Jul, 2024 by Torry heard
Attorney Aja Mann, was my lawyer for 13 years. In those 13 years of representing me, she was outstanding! Not only did she advise me with wisdom and grace, she taught me that you must be fair and compassionate when it comes to difficult situations while co-parenting. Because of her I was able to obtain full custody of my son, and I thank her every day for in some form or fashion for bringing me joy and peace.
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14 Jul, 2024 by Emerson depaz
After visiting my son who lives out of state, I was deeply concerned by his emotional struggles and the difficulties he was facing at home with his mom. As a divorced parent living in another state, I felt powerless to advocate for him and feared I was failing as a father. My visitation rights and other arrangements had always been unfair, dictated by the terms of the other party.
From our first conversation, Aja reassured me that I had parental rights and a voice in my son's well-being. Her exceptional negotiation skills and unwavering advocacy led to more equitable arrangements for our family, prioritizing my son's health and happiness. We are incredibly grateful for her efforts and highly recommend her to anyone in need of a sharp, dedicated attorney who will fight for you.
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13 Jul, 2024 by Iman abron
Aja Simplis was very attentive. She helped me from start to finish and is very professional.
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30 Nov, 2023 by I am bbjnene
Scammers. They had me pay all of the money they were charging me for my case then claim that their business was closing because the owner had “cancer” and I couldn’t get my money back WOULD NOT RECOMMEND. THEY WILL TAKE YOUR MONEY.
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05 Jun, 2022 by Linda l. keating
June 5, 2022 GOLDEN STATE LAW GROUP is EXCELLENT & OFFERS SUPERIOR SERVICE. THANK YOU again for all your great help.
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25 Dec, 2019 by Flint lorraine
I was uncomfortable from the first time I walked into the office. I felt like I was in the middle where they just grind out bankruptcies. I was not happy about filing a bankruptcy but it needed to be done. In the meantime things went from bad to worse my son died and I was in the hospital for a month. When I told them I really wanted to go with a different firm one of their employees told me that they would keep me in court to use all the money. I was talking about small claims court. She was almost yelling at me. I’m thinking about making a complaint with the state attorney board. But I warn you right now stay away from them. I am shortly going to be 74 years old. And the way she yelled at me it was almost elder abuse. I believe their shysters. And due to my failing health. I’ve been delayed and filing a small claims court. To my knowledge you cannot be represented by an attorney in small claims court. But apparently their employee thought differently. Beware
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23 Jun, 2024 by David brown
Helped me out for a couple hundred bucks and got out the case of court really professionally done
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23 Jun, 2024 by Eduardo marcos
Dennis is a superstar. Excellent and professional service. Prompt resolution and we won!!!
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19 Jan, 2024 by Maddy mccollum
18 May, 2023 by Brian
I spoke with Gary Cornwall over the phone during the beginning phases of my divorce. Gary called me back after I left a message asking for his help. Gary didn’t ask for a consultation fee and provided amazing insight to the divorce process and my needs. Gary felt my case would be better represented by someone he felt was a match. My experience with Gary was amazing. I felt he put me at ease and more importantly gave me the confidence I needed to continue. I would recommend anyone starting a divorce to give Gary a call. Maybe he is perfect for your case, maybe he is not, but one thing is for sure, he will guide you in the right direction and give you the confidence you can get through this processes with peace and security for your future.
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25 Jul, 2022 by Sharon
Gary Cornwall is absolutely my Hero. He restored my faith in myself so I could fight the good fight. He is such a compassionate, decent Human being who truly cares about his clients and we all know that's hard to find these days. I prevailed because of Gary, because he gave me hope when I wanted to give up. I was recovering from the bad Covid and nearly died. I am still getting back on my feet and didn't think I had the energy to stand up for myself. After talking to Gary, I had the energy and fight left in me. I rose like the Phoenix out of the ashes and won my case. Truly, it was Gary's words, encouragement, and kindness that gave me strength. I can never thank this man enough. God bless him. He's the real deal folks. A genuine gentleman, a great Lawyer, and just a really nice guy.
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10 Feb, 2022 by Nick
I was referred to Gary to get help with my former spouse. Gary acted super fast and got everything taken care of with just a phone call to my ex’s lawyer. He truly went above and beyond what was expected and most importantly thanks to Gary I feel like I can rest easy again. I would refer him to anyone.
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02 Oct, 2024 by Anonymous
Roy Doppelt was grossly unprepared during court hearings. So much so, I almost felt sorry for my ex-husband who he hired to represent him. My attorney ate him for lunch and it left my ex worse off than when he started. He immediately fired Roy to seek new counsel. Roy’s attempts to go for the jugular, play dirty and act like a big shot, ended up shooting my ex in the foot. Not to mention he has no problem fabricating horrific stories and situations in a scummy way to get a leg up in the case (ie, the Silver Bullet offense). In the end, the judge saw through his tactics and reversed all prior orders against me.
He has zero integrity and can’t effectively litigate, so he decides to just throw out untruths to muddy the waters. He’s why divorce attorneys have a bad name. He is inept, unorganized, and dubious.
Don’t fall for his “nice guy” demeanor or placating tone of voice. He is a snake.
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16 Sep, 2023 by Marjie brewer
Brooks was amazingly sympathetic to my situation and took the time to really understand my needs. Even though my situation was not in his wheelhouse he kindly referred me to another firm.
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28 Apr, 2023 by Kim
In order for Roy Doppelt to decide whether he wanted to take my case, he had me provide him a copy of the six-volume court file. I organized everything into binders with hundreds of tabs marking the docs. After reading my file, he decided not to represent me in court but agreed to help me with an upcoming trial. He then decided to removed all the docs from binders, remove my hundreds of tabs and Post-It notes, and put the docs in a box, out of order, turned around, upside down -- when I have an upcoming trial and REALLY need those docs organized. When I expressed my disappointment, he told me I can have another attorney re-tab it. So basically, I paid Roy $8,226 to review my file, say no, and remove my many hours of file organization, AND I will need to pay another attorney to re-organize it.
Also, I had an ex parte matter where I needed someone in the office to verify with a judge that I incurred many legal fees regarding an issue. The task would have only taken 20 minutes to review an invoice and testify remotely. An attorney reviewed my pleadings but was supposedly told by Roy to not respond. I lost the $10K case simply because I did not have that witness. Not only that, I requested five times for their $295 attorney fee to be removed, but Roy refused. I paid $295 for zero response, which caused my loss of $10K.
So basically, Roy cost me $8,226, $295, $10,000 + another $8K for another attorney to make sense of my disorganized file. That's $26,226.
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12 Apr, 2023 by Anonymous
I hired her as a family lawyer to get me child support from a completed Dissomaster that was completed by my previous attorney (in over a year she never got me anything nor was anything filed in court), she was to help with a breech of fiduciary responsibility (which is why I overturned a free hybrid judgment, never did anything), show the court the perceived neglect of my children from my ex (from many pictures and testimonial from people) never requested a court date, the divorce itself as I requested a trial and trial setting conference. She claimed she was super busy so I emailed her that she should put it on a date she could attend but, she booked it on dates she could not be there, she burned up my retainer, $3,000.00 and I supposedly owe her more for literally NOTHING COMPLETED. She filed a motion to be relieved after I went to court to find it had been taken off the calendar without notifying me. Now, I have two upcoming court dates with no family lawyer to represent me and a mediation conference. She worked with my Civil lawyer who said she was incompetent or surely extremely lazy. She seems to be in law to make money and not represent the clients with their best interest a heart. Many times I felt she was asking me for advice or to make decision that a well-versed lawyer
should be advising me on. We met initially in an office that was not her own, she never wanted to talk or meet face to iron out our plans or streamline the process for me. Ultimately she made excuses for failures and gaslighted me as if I were a lawyer ( would never step by step walk me through a process to complete anything and she would not complete anything). If you are treated like me she will take your ($5,000) money and charge you to make requests or send emails that she won't fulfill or complete while your conversations and email cost you, and she will make sure your retainer is vanishing talking to opposing counsel while accomplishing nothing. Instead of working harder or smarter, her true nature will come out and she will quit instead of doing what you paid her for. She also predicted Judge Silberman's responses or what she thought he would do to make excuses for why she couldn't or wouldn't do her job.
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13 Jan, 2022 by Benjy
Allison is an honest, practical, and compassionate attorney. In all my dealings with her, I found her to be a breath of fresh air in a field of law that is unfortunately known to many as being filled with money-hungry selfish jerks. She is a trustworthy person, and I have and will continue to recommend her to those in need during what is often the most challenging time in their lives or prepare them for marriage with a pre-nuptial agreement.
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07 Jan, 2022 by Donna
Allison got me thru a case where I would have lost it all if something went wrong and she didn't know what she was doing.
Well for being such an obscure type of case, she won it for me, and i will forever be grateful to her.
She is very very smart.
Donna R.
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09 Sep, 2023 by Anonymous
I consulted Alex re a family matter, and he was unprofessional, in a rush, and disrespectful. Family matters are sensitive topics, and to have some lawyer -- whom you'd like to hire! -- rudely downplaying your concerns is far from the type of lawyer you should retain. Don't waste your time. I've since hired another lawyer and my concerns have been addressed.
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03 Apr, 2023 by Calvin
Alex and his team are the best attorneys I have ever worked with. Alex is straight forward, no nonsense, and realistic. He and his team explain everything and leave no stone unturned.
I got referred to Alex after spending a year and a half with a fraudulent attorney, who got nothing done and was milking me for money. Alex and his team came in fixed the mess my former attorney left. They even got better result than we we going after.
Alex was available and invested in my outcome throughout the whole process. Any time I would email him he responded swiftly.
My ex works for the most powerful attorneys in Los Angeles so having someone I could trust was very important.
I could not have gone through this process without Alex. I am very grateful to have met him!
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30 Sep, 2022 by Lisa
Very grateful to have Alex and his team represent my divorce case. He was direct, efficient and made this very difficult time as easy as possible for me.
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18 Sep, 2024 by Laura lopez burgdorf
Tara and the team at Dana L Campbell, Attorney at Law provide great care for clients that need estate planning. Providing peace of mind is such an important aspect of their work, it can really make a difference for clients navigating these important decisions for their families.
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30 Nov, 2023 by William g. apger
Smart, caring attorney. Her assistant, June, is the best in the area!
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11 Jan, 2023 by Daniel mauldin
Dana is great! I can always be assured that my clients will be well taken care of when they are referred to Dana. She specializes in estate transition and special needs.
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24 Jun, 2022 by Anonymous
i had him for 2 years and he did nothing but bill me would not take my calls or answer my emails he started off good but then would do nothing but argue with me and would not do anything I would ask him to don't go with this lawyer unless you want to spend a fortune and get nothing accomplished
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25 Apr, 2022 by Christopher
I used Rick in 2017 to draft the MSA (Marital Settlement Agreement) in my uncontested divorce - specifically to assist with disclosures and filing. Unfortunately, he did such a terrible job the judge threw my entire MSA out in June of 2020 after 3 more years in court battling my ex-wife. In his final ruling the judge identified a number of inconsistencies specific to disclosures, so rather than boring you with my story I’ll let the judge’s words from his final ruling speak for themselves:
1. There is no evidence that he supplied a statement of all material facts as to assets and obligations, nor did it include his last two years income tax returns (Family Code Section 2105 b)
2. His schedule of assets and debts contains no statements for the various accounts identified therein.
3. The personal loan from Christopher’s mother, is identified as being incurred during the marriage with a balance of $XX,XXX; no promissory note was attached, although one existed (exhibit 7).
4. Because he did not provide a statement of all material facts as required under Section 2105 b 3 there are no factual contentions provided to wife that would allow her to ascertain if the credit card could be her separate liability.
5. The court looks with suspicion at the conflation of the preliminary and final declarations of disclosure, which was done in this case; especially here given the very short time frame from the filing of the petition to the presentation of the disclosures in full marital settlement agreement. Add to this, that the disclosure itself was woefully inadequate.
6. Based upon the evidence addressed herein, the court finds that Christopher’s declaration of disclosure, which he identified as his “final declaration of disclosure”, fails to comply with Section 2105e. The court would set aside the MASA and judgement based upon this failure alone.
While I provided Rick with all of the documentation required it is apparent from the quotes above especially numbers 5 & 6 that said documentation was not included resulting in my disclosures being insufficient. Rick did not advise me on the incompleteness of my disclosures per our agreement and he also used a form in which my ex-wife adopted my disclosures. It was only later that I discovered this form is acceptable in Sacramento County, but Rick failed to make sure it would also be acceptable in Placer County and it wasn’t. As a result, I now need to pay my ex-wife money I do not have because I’ve spent all my money on attorney’s fees over the last 3 years to fight the motion to set aside my MSA which I thought was a solid case with solid disclosures.
I asked Rick for his money back and gave him 30 days to do so before I wrote this review and filed an official complaint with the California State Bar and he refused. Not sure why he made that decision based on the information above, but either way spare yourself the frustration and find another attorney.
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09 Jun, 2017 by Anonymous
Fredrick (Rick) Cohen is a highly experienced family law attorney. He's been a licensed attorney for almost 30 years, and is also a Certified Family Law Specialist. He was referred to me by another family law attorney who thought that Mr. Cohen could better manage my difficult divorce against my ex-husband. My ex was relentless on almost every issue throughout the entire divorce proceeding. Mr. Cohen's profound knowledge of the law helped me survived this very stressful period of my life. He's a competent attorney with proven litigation skills in and out of the courtroom. (Unfortunately for me, my case went to trial so I got to witness Mr. Cohen's trial skills and abilities.) He can be an aggressive litigator when it is appropriate to do so, but will also advise you when he believes it is best to compromise on certain issues. He is mindful of your intentions and how you wish to settle your legal matter. He is honest and upfront, and will not sugar coat your matter if he believes otherwise. As such, he may come across at times as being unsympathetic, but it is his role to provide legal guidance, not therapy. I would recommend Rick Cohen if you are seeking a strong attorney to represent you on your family law matter.
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02 Oct, 2024 by Anonymous
I agree 110% with the other ONE-STAR review. >They will talk a good game and follow through well with responses when it involves retention; they will be available to respond to questions to get you to hire Dimitry.
They: Dimitry and his wife, Kristina, who is the “business manager.”
>>They act like they have compassion and creativity when it comes to solving divorce issues because they have gone through them themselves. But what I found is that they are close minded, jaded by their own past history and current step kid and coparent troubles, and the lack of compassion once hired shows.
>>>NOT a “free consultation” as stated on the website. Once you retain this firm, if you don’t go through with the “strategy” advised by Dimitry, they will charge you for that “free consultation”. And mind you, his rate is TOO HIGH based on the services provided. There are plenty of attorneys out there that will charge much less and provide better quality work and services.
For my case, the strategy advised was not able to be followed through with because the coparent I am going through issues with did not want to participate in it. To save money, I decided to ask my coparent directly if he would be willing to follow the strategy recommended by my lawyer, and he said no. Based on this, the consultation (no further legal services needed) should have been free, but Dimitry and his wife did not want to entertain it and did not stick to their word. They would rather have Dimitry get paid $465/hr to reach out to opposing counsel and my ex to incur costs (only to get a “no thank you” when asked to follow his strategy) - how CROOKED!!
Instead, they would rather sip bottles of Dom and buy expensive clothing then help clients and unethically make money off of our troubles.
BIG MISTAKE to go with them.
As a hard-working person who has dealt with Customer Service for over 20 years in a compassionate and genuine way, I’m appalled by this experience. Keep shopping folks - this is your family and your livelihood at stake!! Best to you!
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02 Aug, 2023 by Heather
I’m so happy we picked Dimitry as our attorney. He is incredibly knowledgeable about family law, and he is always available to answer questions and provide guidance. He is also very compassionate and understanding.
One of the things that I appreciated most about Dimitry was his customer service. He was always responsive to my emails and phone calls. He also took the time to explain everything to me in terms that I could understand, even though I don’t have any legal experience.
I would highly recommend Dimitry to anyone who is seeking a family law lawyer. He is knowledgeable, hardworking, and caring.
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17 Apr, 2023 by Mark
I've had the privilege of working with Dimitry on 2 contracts that were absolutely crucial for my business. Although Dimitry specializes in Family law, he was not only willing to help but extremely knowledgable and thorough during this process. As any business owner would know, contracts between yourself and any other party involved are important and certainly necessary. In my case, Dimitry helped me build a silent partnership agreement in 2019, as well as a termination agreement in 2023. Dimitry delivered both times with his professionalism, accuracy, and generosity. He continues to exceed my expectations and I intend to seek his legal advice in both professional and personal matters. I highly recommend Dimitry to any current or aspiring business owners who perhaps needs the guidance and peace of mind.
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What a Child Custody Lawyer Can Do for You
A child custody lawyer specializes in helping parents navigate legal matters related to the custody and care of their children, particularly in the context of divorce, separation, or other family disputes. These lawyers assist with determining custody arrangements, drafting parenting plans, and advocating for your rights in court. They also help resolve disputes over physical custody (where the child lives), legal custody (who makes decisions for the child), visitation rights, and modifications to existing custody orders.
Whether you're going through a divorce or need to change an existing custody arrangement, a child custody lawyer can help you understand your rights and protect your child's best interests throughout the legal process.
When Should I Hire a Child Custody Lawyer?
You should consider hiring a child custody lawyer in several situations, especially when disputes arise or complex legal issues affect your parental rights. Some common reasons to hire a child custody lawyer include:
- Divorce or separation: If you're going through a divorce or separation and need to establish custody and visitation arrangements, a lawyer can help ensure the custody order reflects your child's best interests.
- Disputed custody cases: If you and the other parent cannot agree on custody or visitation terms, a lawyer can advocate for your rights in court and help you develop a strong case.
- Modification of custody orders: If you need to change an existing custody arrangement due to changes in circumstances (e.g., relocation, changes in the child’s needs), a lawyer can help file a modification request.
- Parental alienation: If the other parent is interfering with your relationship with your child, a lawyer can help address these issues through legal action.
- Domestic violence or abuse: If there is a history of domestic violence or abuse, a lawyer can help protect you and your child by requesting restraining orders and advocating for appropriate custody arrangements.
- Grandparent or third-party custody: If you are a grandparent or another relative seeking custody or visitation rights, a lawyer can guide you through the legal process.
- Paternity disputes: In cases where paternity is in question, a lawyer can assist with establishing or challenging paternity, which may affect custody and visitation rights.
Hiring a lawyer early in the process can help protect your parental rights and ensure that the custody arrangement is in your child's best interests.
What Does a Child Custody Lawyer Do?
A child custody lawyer provides a variety of legal services to help parents resolve custody disputes and secure favorable custody arrangements for their children. Their responsibilities often include:
- Filing custody petitions: Helping you file the necessary paperwork to request custody or visitation rights and ensuring all legal procedures are followed.
- Negotiating custody agreements: Assisting in negotiating custody and visitation arrangements, often working toward a mutually beneficial parenting plan without going to court.
- Representing you in court: If you and the other parent cannot agree on custody terms, representing you in court by presenting evidence and making legal arguments to support your case.
- Drafting parenting plans: Helping you draft a comprehensive parenting plan that outlines the schedule for physical custody, decision-making responsibilities, and visitation.
- Handling child support issues: Assisting with related issues such as child support, ensuring that financial obligations are properly calculated and enforced.
- Modifying custody orders: Helping you request a modification from the court if you need to change an existing custody arrangement due to significant life changes.
- Mediating custody disputes: Acting as a mediator to help both parents reach an agreement on custody and visitation without the need for litigation.
How Are Child Custody Lawyers Paid?
Child custody lawyers typically charge for their services based on the complexity of the case, the time involved, and the nature of the legal work. Common payment methods include:
- Hourly rate: Most child custody lawyers charge by the hour, with rates ranging from $150 to $500 or more, depending on the lawyer's experience and location. The total cost depends on the time spent preparing documents, negotiating, and representing you in court.
- Flat fee: For simple custody matters or uncontested custody agreements, some lawyers may offer a flat fee for specific services, such as drafting a parenting plan or filing a custody petition.
- Retainer: Many lawyers require an upfront retainer fee, which is billed against as the lawyer works on your case. The amount varies based on the expected complexity and duration of the case.
- Sliding scale or pro bono services: Some lawyers may offer reduced fees or pro bono (free) services for clients with limited financial means, particularly in cases involving domestic violence or other serious issues.
It’s important to discuss fees and payment arrangements with your lawyer during the initial consultation to understand how much you will be charged and what services are included.
How Much Does a Child Custody Lawyer Cost?
The cost of hiring a child custody lawyer depends on various factors, including the complexity of the case, whether it’s contested or uncontested, and the lawyer’s experience. General cost estimates include:
- Uncontested custody cases: Legal fees may range from $1,500 to $5,000 or more, depending on the complexity of the paperwork and any negotiations.
- Contested custody cases: Legal fees can range from $5,000 to $40,000 or more, depending on the complexity of the issues, the need for expert testimony, and the time spent in litigation.
- Hourly rates: Lawyers typically charge between $150 and $500 per hour, with higher rates for more experienced attorneys or complex custody disputes.
- Mediation services: If both parents agree to work through mediation, costs typically range from $1,000 to $5,000 or more for the mediation process.
Always ask for a clear cost estimate during your consultation to ensure that you understand the total legal fees and payment structure.
Top Questions to Ask a Child Custody Lawyer
Before hiring a child custody lawyer, it’s essential to ask the right questions to ensure they are the best fit for your case. Some key questions to ask include:
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What experience do you have with child custody cases?
Ensure the lawyer has experience handling cases similar to yours, especially if your case involves complex issues like domestic violence, relocation, or paternity disputes. -
How do you charge for your services?
Clarify whether the lawyer charges by the hour, offers flat fees for certain services, or requires a retainer, and ask for an estimate of the total cost. -
What is the likelihood of success in my case?
Ask for an honest assessment of your case, including potential challenges and expected outcomes. -
How long will the process take?
Inquire about the expected timeline from filing the petition to reaching an agreement or going to trial. -
Will you personally handle my case?
Ensure you know who will be managing your case and representing you in court. -
Can we pursue mediation or alternative dispute resolution?
Ask whether the lawyer recommends mediation or other forms of dispute resolution to avoid a lengthy court battle.
How to Check the Credibility of a Child Custody Lawyer
To ensure you are hiring a reputable child custody lawyer, follow these steps to verify their credentials and experience:
- Verify their bar status: Check with your state bar association to confirm that the lawyer is licensed to practice and has no history of disciplinary actions.
- Look for family law experience: Review the lawyer’s website or professional profile to ensure they specialize in family law and child custody cases.
- Read client reviews and testimonials: Look for client reviews on platforms like Avvo, Martindale-Hubbell, or Google to gauge the lawyer’s professionalism and success in child custody matters.
- Ask for references: A credible lawyer should be able to provide references from past clients who have worked with them on custody cases.
- Check for certifications: Look for lawyers who are board-certified in family law or have memberships in organizations like the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (AAML) or local family law sections.
What Should I Prepare for My First Consultation?
To get the most out of your first consultation with a child custody lawyer, come prepared with relevant documents and information:
- Court orders or existing custody agreements: Bring copies of any existing custody or visitation orders for the lawyer to review.
- Communication with the other parent: Provide copies of emails, texts, or letters regarding custody, visitation, or disputes.
- List of your child’s needs: Prepare a list of your child’s specific needs, such as medical care, education, and extracurricular activities.
- Timeline of the case: Outline key events related to your custody case, including changes in living situations or parental involvement.
- Questions for the lawyer: Write down any questions about the custody process, legal fees, and the lawyer’s strategy for your case.
By being well-prepared, you can help the lawyer assess your situation effectively and receive the best possible advice for protecting your rights and your child’s well-being.
