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18 Sep, 2024 by Guadalupe chaparro
This firm helped me exceptionally well by giving me a wonderful lawyer. Before i had a laywer who did nothing for 2 years to help resolve my divorce. With this firm they managed to close my case in a little under a year; and did a great job by helping me step by step throughout the case by answering my questions. They had a fast response time, and always kept me up to date with my case. I had a lovely team working with me to the very end and much thanks to my lawyer Ali Isroff who was kind and patient and always assured me. She fought well for me and overall had a great experience with this firm.
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13 Sep, 2024 by James milligan
Ali was awesome throughout the entire process! She kept me I formed and grounded through the roller coaster that is divorce. Can't recommend her enough
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13 Aug, 2024 by Kristin aleman
Sterling, especially my attorney Ali Isroff and her team, went out of their way to ensure that I understood the process and everything I would need to do. From the start to finish they were very supportive. While divorce is not easy, they all made the process efficient with a good outcome.
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01 Jan, 2025 by Jai w
26 Nov, 2024 by George woods
Very rude and disrespectful! I have never called a law firm, and immediately upon answer the attorney picks up and says “Who is this, and what do you want?” I honestly could not believe it. No website address posted on top of that! I’d never allow someone so distasteful to represent me. Don’t bother contacting this firm, you may get disrespected during your time of serious inspection.
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31 Oct, 2024 by Rabbi michael ben yosef
Attorney Shambee did a good job for me and l referred clients. All documents were filed in a timely matter. The Attorney defended me to get my criminal charges dropped
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06 Sep, 2024 by Sandra rome
I enjoyed work with Cryus Hosseini. Things took longer than expected. But We had a relationship where I felt like I was talking to someone I had known for a long time. He was very professional and made sure I understood the process. I would recommend him to a friend or family member
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17 Jan, 2024 by Tequila
Great communication, great attention to details, and very professional. Everything that I needed was completed. Cyrus didn't make me feel like a number he was very caring and made me feel like I was his most important client. After the case he called and checked on me and that showed excellent support and understanding of my situation. Cyrus listened to all my concerns, asked great questions, gave specifics to my case and he was completely honest about my situation. He listened to my needs and came up with very effective strategies. Cyrus made sure my kids received a good payout for child support and offered to assist me if my ex-husband refuses to pay. I would hire and keep in contact with Cyrus. Excellent lawyer he works in silence but presents loudly and effectively.
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14 Dec, 2023 by Elizabeth
He was so efficient with his service and was available whenever I called to ask questions . Thank you Cyrus. You truly a reliable one.
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28 Nov, 2017 by Nick joung
Charles helped me with a defense of an arbitration case, as well as bad check suit where i was looking for help recovering my funds. He navigated both issues for me successfully. This is a no frill, boutique firm with a very passionate attorney. I’ll take that any day over a high priced, fancy law firm where you’d likely be dealing with associates not the main guy. Charles was impressive with his skills and in depth knowledge of the process that really helped me set my mind at ease, he really came thru for me. I’ll always be grateful to him.
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13 Feb, 2014 by Esmerelda
Charles was able to keep me in my house for 2 years! While I worked on getting a loan modification. Everything worked out so well and I am so grateful. My husband got very sick and was unable to work and I was overwhelmed. Charles and his staff were so kind to me and really listened. Thank you so much!
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01 Oct, 2013 by Chuck
My wife was very sick and couldn't work and we ended up in foreclosure. Mr. Silverman was always available to talk - even on a Sunday! He did the best for us and kept us in the house until the bank was willing to give us a loan modification. Our case went on for over 2 years. We are very satisfied with the results.
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18 Sep, 2024 by Guadalupe chaparro
This firm helped me exceptionally well by giving me a wonderful lawyer. Before i had a laywer who did nothing for 2 years to help resolve my divorce. With this firm they managed to close my case in a little under a year; and did a great job by helping me step by step throughout the case by answering my questions. They had a fast response time, and always kept me up to date with my case. I had a lovely team working with me to the very end and much thanks to my lawyer Ali Isroff who was kind and patient and always assured me. She fought well for me and overall had a great experience with this firm.
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13 Sep, 2024 by James milligan
Ali was awesome throughout the entire process! She kept me I formed and grounded through the roller coaster that is divorce. Can't recommend her enough
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13 Aug, 2024 by Kristin aleman
Sterling, especially my attorney Ali Isroff and her team, went out of their way to ensure that I understood the process and everything I would need to do. From the start to finish they were very supportive. While divorce is not easy, they all made the process efficient with a good outcome.
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21 Jan, 2025 by Financial almanac
22 Nov, 2024 by Mo will
I was lucky to get Shay as my divorce attorney, the first phone call (consultation) i had with her. I immediately knew i wanted her to represent me. She was very professional, kind-hearted, sincere, and with so much information she had given me, i knew she knew the law very well. After i hired her, she put in an appearance the next day. This woman means business! I would highly recommend Shay.
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24 Sep, 2024 by Seema khatri
Divorce can be messy, challenging, and financially and emotionally draining. I was fortunate enough to have Shay representing me through it all. Unlike the previous lawyer I had hired, who was hostile, condescending, and dismissive of my concerns, Shay took the time to listen to my needs. She was not only patient, kind, and professional, she showed compassion. She always took the time to explain everything in detail and made sure I felt supported and understood. Because she was aware of my financial constraints, she made sure that whatever step we took was financially feasible for me. She provided genuine guidance; it wasn’t just about her making money. Once Shay took over my case, the long, drawn-out process quickly came to an end. Because of Shay’s dedication and empathy as well as the fact that she’s really good at what she does, she made a difficult time much more manageable. I wish I had hired her from the very beginning. I highly recommend Shay to everyone!
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21 Jan, 2025 by Financial almanac
09 Jan, 2025 by Anonymous
I have not met a lawyer of this unreceptive and slow caliber. Very much about what’s it’s in it for her.
Seems greedy.
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22 Nov, 2024 by Mo will
I was lucky to get Shay as my divorce attorney, the first phone call (consultation) i had with her. I immediately knew i wanted her to represent me. She was very professional, kind-hearted, sincere, and with so much information she had given me, i knew she knew the law very well. After i hired her, she put in an appearance the next day. This woman means business! I would highly recommend Shay.
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19 Dec, 2024 by Smooth_since_80 g
I believe your office represented me in 2001. I need someone from your office to contact me the matter is urgent. Your phone number isn’t working
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04 Dec, 2024 by Dena nejad
Neda represented us in the purchase of our home, and we couldn’t be more satisfied with her exceptional service. She is incredibly knowledgeable, communicative, and always made sure we felt informed and confident throughout the process. Neda is kind, responsive, and truly dedicated to her clients, taking the time to address every detail with care and expertise. We are so grateful for her guidance and professionalism and will absolutely work with her again in the future!
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24 Sep, 2024 by Wendi b
Excellent experience in every detail, shed light and clarity in a confusing situation, helped resolve matters quickly without fuss, offering specificity, context, perspective. Each member of Nozari's intake team was considerate, efficient, and friendly. Neda Nozari provided clear concise counsel in down-to-earth language, with good humor and empathy. Highly recommend!
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30 Oct, 2020 by Liam
In my divorce case, I unfortunately had to discover that there is a circle of legal professionals who throw up rhetorical sewage adding needless billable time as well as untruthful and unnecessary complexity.
Nonetheless, a response must be filed to these useless claims or you're going to look like you don't know what you're doing.
Leo is a research savant! In my divorce case, he dug in deep to disable a careless short-list of false dissipation claims that sent the opposing council out of the barnyard with their tail between their legs. Leo is a lawyer on the Doman Law legal team. He’s a person of integrity and truthful disposition who presents information tactfully and truthfully. A valuable asset on the Doman Law team. Leo is the perfect complement to the Doman Law philosophy of “cut to the chase and minimize the B.S.” It’s the nonsense and rhetoric that turns a fairly simple divorce event into a $100,000 ordeal.
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29 Feb, 2024 by Ana delvalle
Unfortunately they don't Review cases as well the judge doesn't look into cases. Megan isn't a good lawyer she been trying to help my mother over a year and a half. Taking food our of a young mother's mouth. Has to take care of many ppl in her family and Megan wasn't listening. She needs to be removed asap
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05 Dec, 2023 by Kait feriante
Redwood Literacy has partnered with the Moran Center over the last couple of years and cannot recommend them enough to families in the Evanston/North Chicago area who are looking for educational advocacy support. The Moran Center is both deeply knowledgable and passionate about supporting their clients in getting access to the educational support that they need and that they have a right to access. I highly recommend!
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09 May, 2023 by Abigail turner
Waited for months for an appointment for a referral to get testing for ADHD. They don’t test for ADHD but will treat for it. First group session for treatment for ADHD was scheduled and I was given a time, the time was changed, No one notified me of the time change and I never got a letter in the mail stating the change. I’ve been waiting for months to get help for my daughter and have been failed at every turn.
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13 Dec, 2021 by Anonymous
When I was on deployment i hired this man to take care or my out of state DUI paperwork. The communication was terrible. Took weeks to get back to me. No picked up his phone calls. Filled out my paperwork incorrectly. Gave me no guidance for future problems with the Secretary of State. Honestly thought I was his first client ever.
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21 May, 2021 by Darren
Helped is close our first house. Mike's guidance was consistently effective.
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06 May, 2021 by Anonymous
I have worked with Michael Bonaguro for nearly 30 years. He has represented us in real estate closings and other matters. His advice is solid, and he is a man of very high integrity.
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02 Nov, 2023 by Anonymous
Everyone was very supportive, professional and timely with their responses. My case was settled faster than anticipated. Definitely recommend!
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05 May, 2023 by Anonymous
She represented me for free, but there was a conflict of interest. So it didn't end up working out. Honestly I wish I knew all this beforehand. Isn't that her job?
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25 Sep, 2021 by Arpan
She represented my Lim during a deposition of a heinous attorney that was using the deposition not for discovery but with respondents “f you” money to abuse and harass the petitioner. She was very assertive and defended her client. She did not hesitate. Allowed everything to proceed and objected when she needed to. So very grateful for her help.
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31 Aug, 2019 by Happy kids by three boys
06 Nov, 2018 by Berdo santana
Shady stay away waste of time and energy.
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What a Family Law Lawyer Can Do for You
A family law lawyer provides legal services related to family relationships, including marriage, divorce, child custody, and adoption. Family lawyers help clients navigate emotionally charged legal issues, providing guidance and representation in disputes that affect spouses, children, and parents. Whether you're going through a divorce, seeking custody of your children, or drafting a prenuptial agreement, a family law lawyer ensures your rights are protected and your interests are represented.
Family law attorneys often handle sensitive matters and offer objective legal advice, helping clients reach fair outcomes either through negotiation, mediation, or litigation.
When Should I Hire a Family Law Lawyer?
Hiring a family law lawyer is beneficial in several situations, especially when legal matters involve close personal relationships. Common reasons to hire a family law lawyer include:
- Divorce or separation: When ending a marriage, a lawyer can help you navigate issues such as division of assets, spousal support, and child custody arrangements.
- Child custody and visitation disputes: If you and your co-parent can't agree on custody or visitation, a lawyer can represent your interests and work toward a solution that benefits your children.
- Child support: Whether you’re seeking child support or defending against a claim, a lawyer can help ensure the appropriate amount is calculated and enforced.
- Prenuptial or postnuptial agreements: A lawyer can help draft or review agreements that protect your assets in case of divorce.
- Adoption: Family law lawyers guide you through the legal process of adoption, ensuring that all requirements are met.
- Domestic violence or restraining orders: If you're a victim of domestic violence or being falsely accused, a lawyer can help you obtain or challenge protective orders.
- Paternity cases: If there are questions about the paternity of a child, a lawyer can help establish or dispute legal fatherhood.
Hiring a lawyer early can prevent issues from escalating, and they can offer you the best chance of achieving a favorable outcome in emotionally charged situations.
What Does a Family Law Lawyer Do?
A family law lawyer provides a wide range of services depending on your specific legal needs. Their responsibilities may include:
- Advising on legal rights and options: Helping you understand your legal rights regarding divorce, child custody, support, and other family law issues.
- Filing legal documents: Drafting and filing petitions, motions, and agreements with the court, such as divorce papers, custody agreements, or support orders.
- Representing clients in court: Arguing your case in front of a judge if a settlement can’t be reached through negotiation or mediation.
- Mediation and negotiation: Assisting with alternative dispute resolution methods, such as mediation, to reach agreements on issues like custody, property division, and support without going to trial.
- Enforcing court orders: Helping you enforce court orders related to child support, alimony, or custody if the other party fails to comply.
- Drafting prenuptial or postnuptial agreements: Creating agreements that protect your assets in the event of a divorce.
- Handling adoption proceedings: Ensuring that the legal process of adoption is followed, from filing paperwork to finalizing the adoption in court.
How Are Family Law Lawyers Paid?
Family law lawyers typically charge clients in one of several ways, depending on the complexity of the case and the lawyer’s experience. Common payment arrangements include:
- Hourly rates: Most family lawyers charge by the hour, with rates varying based on experience and location. Clients are billed for the time spent working on their case, including consultations, court appearances, and document preparation.
- Flat fees: For more straightforward legal services, such as drafting a prenuptial agreement or handling an uncontested divorce, some lawyers offer flat-fee arrangements.
- Retainer fees: In cases that are expected to require significant time and attention, such as contentious custody battles, a lawyer may charge a retainer, which is an upfront payment that covers the initial costs of legal services. The lawyer then bills against the retainer as they work on your case.
The exact cost will depend on the complexity of your case and the lawyer’s fee structure, which should be discussed upfront.
How Much Does a Family Law Lawyer Cost?
The cost of hiring a family law lawyer varies based on factors such as the lawyer's experience, the location, and the complexity of your case. Here are some general cost guidelines:
- Hourly rates: Family law lawyers typically charge between $150 and $500 per hour, depending on their experience and the complexity of the case.
- Flat fees: For simpler cases, such as drafting a prenuptial agreement or handling an uncontested divorce, fees may range from $1,000 to $5,000.
- Retainers: For more complex matters, such as contested divorces or custody battles, lawyers may charge a retainer ranging from $2,500 to $10,000 or more. The lawyer will bill against the retainer for the work they do on your case.
- Additional costs: You may also be responsible for additional costs, such as filing fees, mediation fees, or expert witness fees.
Always ask for a clear breakdown of the lawyer’s fees and any additional expenses during your consultation.
Top Questions to Ask a Family Law Lawyer
Before hiring a family law lawyer, it's important to ask questions to ensure they're the right fit for your case. Here are key questions to ask during your consultation:
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What experience do you have with family law cases like mine?
Make sure the lawyer has experience handling cases similar to yours, whether it's a contested divorce, child custody dispute, or adoption. -
How will you charge for your services?
Clarify whether the lawyer charges by the hour, a flat fee, or requires a retainer. Ask for an estimate of the total costs involved. -
What are the possible outcomes of my case?
An experienced lawyer should be able to give you a general idea of what to expect based on the facts of your case. -
What is your approach to resolving disputes?
Ask whether the lawyer tends to favor negotiation and mediation or whether they prefer to take cases to court. This can help you determine if their style matches your goals. -
How long do you expect my case to take?
While it’s difficult to predict, the lawyer should give you an estimate based on similar cases. -
Who will be handling my case?
In larger firms, junior attorneys or paralegals may do much of the work, so make sure you understand who will be your main point of contact.
How to Check the Credibility of a Family Law Lawyer
To ensure you're hiring a reputable family law lawyer, follow these steps to verify their credentials and reputation:
- Check state bar association records: Verify that the lawyer is licensed to practice in your state and is in good standing with no disciplinary actions.
- Read client reviews and testimonials: Look for reviews on websites like Avvo, Google, or Martindale-Hubbell. Previous clients can give you insight into the lawyer’s professionalism and success in family law cases.
- Request references: Ask the lawyer for references from past clients who can speak to their experience with the lawyer.
- Review their website or professional profile: Look at the lawyer’s background, case history, and areas of focus to ensure they have substantial experience in family law.
- Look for professional memberships: Membership in reputable organizations, such as the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (AAML), can indicate a lawyer's expertise and dedication to family law.
What Should I Prepare for My First Consultation?
To get the most out of your first consultation with a family law lawyer, it’s important to come prepared. Here’s what you should bring:
- Relevant documents: Bring any documents related to your case, such as marriage certificates, prenuptial agreements, financial records, custody agreements, or court orders.
- List of assets and debts: For divorce cases, prepare a detailed list of all assets (e.g., homes, bank accounts, retirement funds) and debts (e.g., mortgages, loans, credit card balances).
- Details of the family issue: Provide a written summary of the situation, including key dates and facts related to your divorce, custody dispute, or support issue.
- Questions for the lawyer: Write down any questions you have about the legal process, costs, and potential outcomes.
- Your goals: Be prepared to discuss your objectives, such as custody arrangements, property division, or spousal support, so the lawyer understands your priorities.
Being organized and clear about your situation will help the lawyer evaluate your case more effectively and offer the best advice for moving forward.
