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25 Jun, 2024 by Ashley scates
20 Jun, 2024 by Pablo o'brien
The attorneys and staff at McDowall Cotter are always professional, prepared and respectful of their clients. I have worked with them jointly with a number of my clients and they have always provided high quality results. Roxanne Jen, Karishma Patel and Alison Youssef are all smart, sensitive and creative in helping their clients through the complexities of estate planning.
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14 Jun, 2024 by Anita gat
Roxanne Jen of McDowell Cotter is a true professional estate planning attorney helping my senior clients update and amend their trusts. She is a trusted, caring and empathic expert. Anita Gat, Keller Williams Realty, A Realtor for Seniors.
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05 Dec, 2024 by Keri p
My experience has been really great. Cary is very knowledgeable, and makes me feel heard. In a situation that seemed insane, he really had my back. His help is extremely valuable in the advice he offers. Also he and his team were really quick to call me back. He’s a good person to have in your corner.
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31 Aug, 2024 by Anthony estelita
Cary and Kletter Law was able to address matters with my rental property fast and effectively. Thank you for the help!
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01 Aug, 2024 by Garrett kelly
Cary is by far the most thorough, thoughtful, knowledgable, professional, and ethical lawyer I've ever worked with. With how expensive hiring legal representation can sometimes be, I always want to feel that my lawyer cares about me as a client and that I'm getting exceptional value. From day one I've always felt both from Cary. If you find yourself in need of legal support, I couldn't recommend Cary and his team enough!
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19 Jan, 2025 by William henry
We had a tenant from hell—damaged the property and refused to leave. In my experience, eviction seemed impossible. These folks stepped in and, wow, everything changed. They handled all the legal filings, went to court for us, and guess what? It was resolved faster than we thought. To sum it up, they turned a disaster into a manageable situation. Amazing work!
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16 Jan, 2025 by Bernard chen
Evictions can be really messy, but not with these folks. From the first call to the final hearing, they handled everything like pros. I’ve noticed that they keep you in the loop, so you never feel lost. If I had to describe it, I’d say it felt like teamwork. Just saying, having them handle my case gave me peace of mind. 10/10 would recommend their service.
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14 Jan, 2025 by Devon harmon
From my perspective, they turned a super stressful eviction into a manageable task. TV to their team for being so supportive. Would definitely recommend.
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19 Nov, 2015 by Julie
I had a probate issue and Mr. Loew was extremely generous with his time, talking to me at length on two occasions about my options and never charging me for his time. I decided not to pursue the case. I felt Mr. Loew was quite fair and rational in his discussions. I felt confident that he was providing me with the best information to make a decision.
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20 Jan, 2025 by Jesse lares
Carmen and team are great. I am trying to help my aging folks navigate thru complicated legal issues and she was very patient and explained everything for them to understand.
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28 Nov, 2024 by Martha cervantes
Carmen Rosas, has tended to our living trust needs. She was kind, respectful and especially patient in explaining procedures and details to us. We would highly recommend her services to friends and family.
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11 Sep, 2024 by Elaine fonseca, realtor
I'm a bay area real estate broker/agent. I've referred Carmen to a few of my clients. All of which would tell me she would never return their calls or they could never connect with her. Should have learned then but instead I decided I should give her a try myself for my estate planning documents especially since we had done some events together. Never did I think my estate planning documents would take over a year to complete.
I signed our engagement letter 6/3/22, the first payment link was sent to me on 6/4/22 (quick turnaround). I had an in-person meeting with her on 7/28/22 after rescheduling on my end a few times due to personal reasons. Soon after I provided all of my documents to her and we scheduled a follow up meeting for 9/22/22.
I didn’t hear anything back from her until 11/14/22, with another payment link for another service she provided. At that moment I inquired about finalizing my trust documents, her office told me they were going to mail them to me the following week. One month goes by and I inquire again on 12/6/22. She claims she is onboarding new team members and has been understaffed. On 12/20/22 I ask her if she was able to find an attorney out of state to put my properties in the trust. She claimed she did and that she would have the deeds ready the following week. January came and went and zero communication from her or her office. I inquired again on 2/3/23 - following up on the mobile notary to sign & finalize trust documents. Another person in her office responds back and I finally get a mobile notary scheduled for 2/9/23. I assumed this was it and I was just waiting around for my executed county stamped documents to get mailed back to me. Well June comes around and I still haven’t received anything back. I inquire again on 6/6/23. She says she is checking with her assistant. No communication again until I inquire again on 6/27/23. One property was finally taken care of and confirmed received by the county on 7/11/23. The other property was finally taken care of in late Sept 2023.
My frustration is the lack of customer service/communication. I understand small businesses tend to get understaffed or are going through business changes but if my services are paid for and I have to constantly be contacting you for an update and most of the time you don’t respond, then there is something wrong! This tells me this business doesn’t value its clients. Posting this review now in case this will help others determine whether to use her services or not. I also know other small businesses that have used her & have had a similar or worser experience so that tells me I’m not the only one.
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12 Aug, 2021 by Tj
April and her team are among the best employment attorneys in the Bay Area. I would highly recommend her services to any business that needs quality advice and defense.
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09 Jan, 2019 by Michelle
I have referred numerous clients to the Chauvel & Glatt LLP for Estate Planning, Probate reconciliation, establishing a business and creating employer guidelines/handbooks. The quick response from the team, highest level of service and personal connection that April Glatt and her experienced responsive team delivers is top notch.
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09 Jan, 2019 by Pam zaragoza
April Glatt is exceptional in her field. Driven, thorough, has clients best interests in mind. Very detailed. She is fierce and you will win if you hire her to be your attorney. She has a great track record in many fields but I know her thru real estate transactions. I refer her, trust her and have seen great results with my clients that I have referred to her. She is passionate about her work and her clients. I highly recommend her. Your solution and outcome will be a success.
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08 Feb, 2025 by Charles kyle
24 Jan, 2025 by Hazel swinton
21 Jan, 2025 by Lori goff
18 Sep, 2008 by Don
Michael did an excellent job for us.
Don Turner
President
Golden Bear Inn, Inc.
Berkeley, CA
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17 Sep, 2008 by Darlene
He handled my auto accident and I could not have asked for a better, more thorough lawyer who really worked for my best interests. His paralegal was also very thorough and caring and was very patient in explaining complex legal situations. Together they made a great team. I highly recommend Mr. Farbstein.
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21 Dec, 2022 by Mojtaba
I started with Andrew as my civil lawyer, and after frustration with my family lawyer, I hired Andrew for my family case too. Andrew and his colleague, Lindsey, are the strongest attorneys I would vouch for. Extremely knowledgeable, experienced, and professional. My former attorney made (/forced) me a settlement to share legal and physical custody of my minor. That was nothing but a disappointment. It made my case stretch over and over. When Andrew and Lindsey took over my case, I ended up getting full legal and physical custody of my daughter while the judge was boldly against me in every single hearing and trial. But Andrew navigated the case for me and made me gain full custody of my daughter. Andrew was transparent in presenting the case. He allowed me to express myself in the court. I have to add that Andrew is very fair and reasonable in his fees and charging me. I could not think of any better service.
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21 Aug, 2015 by Vince
We sat down and told him what I wanted in an operating agreement and he did a good job on the first draft and we signed 2 days later without much back and forth. He did everything I asked and gave me good advice. I am very satisfied.
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17 Jun, 2024 by Mary kylia spenger
Ara pushed through the bureaucratic process for us to hopefully resolve a hit and run. Unfortunately there was not enough data for us to find the person responsible. But I commend Ara Jabagchourian whole-heartedly for all his efforts on our behalf. Great work!
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03 Nov, 2023 by Harrison hanley
I had the absolute pleasure of working with Ara after I was injured in my first car accident. After a very scary and unsettling experience, I felt incredibly well represented and safe. Ara displayed personalism and professionalism, and throughout the entire process I felt secure knowing that Ara was working in my best interest. He was personable, efficient, and truly cares about his clients, not to mention a fantastic lawyer. I would highly recommend to anyone in need of legal services. Thanks Ara!
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03 Nov, 2023 by Bryant welch
I had the privilege of speaking with Ara regarding a dispute. I appreciated his candor, empathy, and willingness to listen and consider all issues so that an amicable solution could be found. I highly recommend him if you need advice or expertise relating to a dispute and resolution.
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19 Jun, 2018 by Carmelita
Jamay was my attorney in a probate matter involving my a dispute about my cousin's will. We won at trial and she also won a motion for attorney's fees against the other party. She is very professional, knowledgeable about her area of practice, and very responsive. I would highly recommend Jamay.
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12 Aug, 2017 by Anonymous
He clarified every aspect of the case and left nothing to chance.
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01 Aug, 2023 by Kai-man lee
I hired Matt Metzger in a bankruptcy case where I was the creditor. He usually works on the behalf of the debtor. The debtor cheated myself and 49 other creditors, then fled to bankruptcy court to escape her debt. So this was a different case for Matt who normally works for the other side, but could be an advantage since he would know their usual strategy.
Matt is an energetic, hard working, and innovative attorney. To say that he is a multitasker underestimates all that's going on in his head. He is good at looking for and finding "out of the box" solutions to legal problems. His persistence and diligent hard work ultimately pays off. I only had one issue with Matt, he wanted me to settle at a sum that I felt was insulting and ridiculous so I refused. The debtor ultimately came up to my sum and we settled. I would recommend Matt to anyone who needs legal assistance in the realm of bankruptcy. I don't think you will find a better or harder working attorney. BTW, he appears to have a solo practice, unusual these days but seems to fit his lifestyle.
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10 May, 2023 by David michlin
Having skillfully led the navigation of a complex legal challenge we were facing, I can say from direct experience that Mr. Metzger has consistently proven himself to be an extensively seasoned, highly effective, and genuinely caring lawyer.
Matt generously applied his expertise to our case with rare focus, unwavering execution, and incredible client loyalty.
While Belvedere Legal needs no further 5-star client testimonies to find its diverse law services as being ranked among the finest in the San Francisco (a simple Google search will confirm the firm’s bonafides and peer recognition), ultimately it was Matt's direct "hand-on" approach to client and case management that earned our trust and made all the difference.
In our search for top-tier legal counsel we reached out to 11 leading Bay Area firms to find the right fit, but wish we’d have called Belvedere Legal first. Within the first five minutes (of an entire half hour initial discovery call - free of charge), we knew we had found the capacity, expertise, and professional care we were looking for.
If you're facing challenges which require unquestionably top counsel, Matt at Belvedere is a smart first call and the only law firm we’ll be using from here on out.
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01 Apr, 2023 by Bryan bent
Matt’s calming presence with my case through some very anxious times, was a godsend! His vast knowledge and experience steered me through my different steps of my legal preceding. When things got tough, he knew exactly what to do and say. I will be forever indebted to him.
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25 Jun, 2024 by Ashley scates
20 Jun, 2024 by Pablo o'brien
The attorneys and staff at McDowall Cotter are always professional, prepared and respectful of their clients. I have worked with them jointly with a number of my clients and they have always provided high quality results. Roxanne Jen, Karishma Patel and Alison Youssef are all smart, sensitive and creative in helping their clients through the complexities of estate planning.
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14 Jun, 2024 by Anita gat
Roxanne Jen of McDowell Cotter is a true professional estate planning attorney helping my senior clients update and amend their trusts. She is a trusted, caring and empathic expert. Anita Gat, Keller Williams Realty, A Realtor for Seniors.
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19 Jan, 2025 by William henry
We had a tenant from hell—damaged the property and refused to leave. In my experience, eviction seemed impossible. These folks stepped in and, wow, everything changed. They handled all the legal filings, went to court for us, and guess what? It was resolved faster than we thought. To sum it up, they turned a disaster into a manageable situation. Amazing work!
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16 Jan, 2025 by Bernard chen
Evictions can be really messy, but not with these folks. From the first call to the final hearing, they handled everything like pros. I’ve noticed that they keep you in the loop, so you never feel lost. If I had to describe it, I’d say it felt like teamwork. Just saying, having them handle my case gave me peace of mind. 10/10 would recommend their service.
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14 Jan, 2025 by Devon harmon
From my perspective, they turned a super stressful eviction into a manageable task. TV to their team for being so supportive. Would definitely recommend.
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20 Jan, 2025 by Jesse lares
Carmen and team are great. I am trying to help my aging folks navigate thru complicated legal issues and she was very patient and explained everything for them to understand.
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28 Nov, 2024 by Martha cervantes
Carmen Rosas, has tended to our living trust needs. She was kind, respectful and especially patient in explaining procedures and details to us. We would highly recommend her services to friends and family.
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11 Sep, 2024 by Elaine fonseca, realtor
I'm a bay area real estate broker/agent. I've referred Carmen to a few of my clients. All of which would tell me she would never return their calls or they could never connect with her. Should have learned then but instead I decided I should give her a try myself for my estate planning documents especially since we had done some events together. Never did I think my estate planning documents would take over a year to complete.
I signed our engagement letter 6/3/22, the first payment link was sent to me on 6/4/22 (quick turnaround). I had an in-person meeting with her on 7/28/22 after rescheduling on my end a few times due to personal reasons. Soon after I provided all of my documents to her and we scheduled a follow up meeting for 9/22/22.
I didn’t hear anything back from her until 11/14/22, with another payment link for another service she provided. At that moment I inquired about finalizing my trust documents, her office told me they were going to mail them to me the following week. One month goes by and I inquire again on 12/6/22. She claims she is onboarding new team members and has been understaffed. On 12/20/22 I ask her if she was able to find an attorney out of state to put my properties in the trust. She claimed she did and that she would have the deeds ready the following week. January came and went and zero communication from her or her office. I inquired again on 2/3/23 - following up on the mobile notary to sign & finalize trust documents. Another person in her office responds back and I finally get a mobile notary scheduled for 2/9/23. I assumed this was it and I was just waiting around for my executed county stamped documents to get mailed back to me. Well June comes around and I still haven’t received anything back. I inquire again on 6/6/23. She says she is checking with her assistant. No communication again until I inquire again on 6/27/23. One property was finally taken care of and confirmed received by the county on 7/11/23. The other property was finally taken care of in late Sept 2023.
My frustration is the lack of customer service/communication. I understand small businesses tend to get understaffed or are going through business changes but if my services are paid for and I have to constantly be contacting you for an update and most of the time you don’t respond, then there is something wrong! This tells me this business doesn’t value its clients. Posting this review now in case this will help others determine whether to use her services or not. I also know other small businesses that have used her & have had a similar or worser experience so that tells me I’m not the only one.
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14 Apr, 2015 by Anonymous
Paul Barulich represented me through one of the most complex, high-stakes probate situations in the history of San Mateo County, and in the process became my trusted advisor and advocate. The litigation was resolved successfully due to Paul's excellent guidance, and he continued to offer strategic input afterwards to the great benefit of myself and my family. I highly recommend him and his firm.
Paul's deep knowledge of the law and workings of the local court system, along with his sharp strategic guidance, creative thinking and consistently thoughtful response to my many questions along the way were invaluable to me. He treated me with the respect of an esteemed colleague while guiding me wisely past my occasionally impetuous tendencies or naive suggestions. He was adept at keeping things calm and steady in the potentially charged emotional situations that can come up in litigation.
Paul and his team were confident, assertive and bold on my behalf, but never overly aggressive. They followed my requests and concerns closely. Their counsel was based in reason and balance, and always with the highest professionalism, integrity and respectful treatment of all involved. They never lost sight of the higher, long term goals we were striving to achieve in planning for the estate and trust.
Paul brings the true meaning of "advocate" to the term. More than just representing me, he and his staff had my and my family's best interests at heart at every turn, and in the process earned my deepest gratitude.
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11 Feb, 2013 by Anonymous
was referred to this firm and met with him and another attorney...paul is very intelligent and knows what he's doing but also arrogant and condescending and didn't feel comfortable with him. on the other hand, if you want a shark on your side, he's the man. he doesn't come cheap though...$565/hr! yikes...
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31 Dec, 2017 by Farhang
He really worked hard on my case and got unexpected result.
Punctual, efficient and friendly while professional.
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30 Dec, 2017 by Behrooz
I had the privilege of being represented in a couple of important legal cases by Mr. Cooke. In my extensive experience with various lawyers during the past decades, I came to the conclusion that Mr. Cook is not only an extraordinarily competent and polished advocate, but he also always demonstrated outstanding level of personal integrity in all his dealings with me. Without any reservation, I highly recommend him to anyone in need of a seasoned and qualified lawyer.
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24 Jan, 2025 by Sunshine rose
From my first phone call to GFF&F, all the way to reaching the settlement of my case, every individual in this firm has been professional, patient, kind, knowledgeable, and informative. This was my first ever (and hopefully last) claim against another party’s insurance company, due to an accident. Dealing with a physical injury and incapacitation was very overwhelming, and it would have been impossible for me to deal with the other party’s insurance company on my own. GFF&F gently guided me through this, and had me take important steps to get the care and information that I needed in support of my case. GFF&F won my case and obtained a fair settlement on my behalf. I highly recommend this firm to family, friends, and anyone in need.
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22 Jan, 2025 by L. eberhart
I came to work with Chantel and Justine at GFF&F after I was hit by a vehicle while walking my dog. My dog perished on scene and I was devastated afterwards. While I was healing from 4 broken bones I decided I could not deal with insurance companies and my grief at the same time. I am so glad I found GFF&F - Chantel and her team were so compassionate and understanding. They helped me understand what I needed to do and helped me resolve the case in record time. I recommend them very highly.
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30 Dec, 2024 by Ty seng
They handled everything involving the insurance claim which let me focus on getting better after my accident. I felt like they kept me updated on their progress and were very clear on how the case was developing. If Im ever unfortunate enough to be hit by a car again they'll be the first people I call!
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24 Jan, 2025 by Sunshine rose
From my first phone call to GFF&F, all the way to reaching the settlement of my case, every individual in this firm has been professional, patient, kind, knowledgeable, and informative. This was my first ever (and hopefully last) claim against another party’s insurance company, due to an accident. Dealing with a physical injury and incapacitation was very overwhelming, and it would have been impossible for me to deal with the other party’s insurance company on my own. GFF&F gently guided me through this, and had me take important steps to get the care and information that I needed in support of my case. GFF&F won my case and obtained a fair settlement on my behalf. I highly recommend this firm to family, friends, and anyone in need.
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22 Jan, 2025 by L. eberhart
I came to work with Chantel and Justine at GFF&F after I was hit by a vehicle while walking my dog. My dog perished on scene and I was devastated afterwards. While I was healing from 4 broken bones I decided I could not deal with insurance companies and my grief at the same time. I am so glad I found GFF&F - Chantel and her team were so compassionate and understanding. They helped me understand what I needed to do and helped me resolve the case in record time. I recommend them very highly.
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30 Dec, 2024 by Ty seng
They handled everything involving the insurance claim which let me focus on getting better after my accident. I felt like they kept me updated on their progress and were very clear on how the case was developing. If Im ever unfortunate enough to be hit by a car again they'll be the first people I call!
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26 Jan, 2013 by Anonymous
Great lawyer. I had been to 3 previous lawyers with my divorce case and Mr. Davis turned the case around even though he said he did not think he could repair the damage that had already been done. I did not get everything I should have gotten but I sure got more than I had already lost due to 3 previous incompetent lawyers. He was very aggressive and the other attorney could not keep up wih him.
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19 Jan, 2025 by William henry
We had a tenant from hell—damaged the property and refused to leave. In my experience, eviction seemed impossible. These folks stepped in and, wow, everything changed. They handled all the legal filings, went to court for us, and guess what? It was resolved faster than we thought. To sum it up, they turned a disaster into a manageable situation. Amazing work!
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16 Jan, 2025 by Bernard chen
Evictions can be really messy, but not with these folks. From the first call to the final hearing, they handled everything like pros. I’ve noticed that they keep you in the loop, so you never feel lost. If I had to describe it, I’d say it felt like teamwork. Just saying, having them handle my case gave me peace of mind. 10/10 would recommend their service.
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14 Jan, 2025 by Devon harmon
From my perspective, they turned a super stressful eviction into a manageable task. TV to their team for being so supportive. Would definitely recommend.
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19 Jan, 2025 by William henry
We had a tenant from hell—damaged the property and refused to leave. In my experience, eviction seemed impossible. These folks stepped in and, wow, everything changed. They handled all the legal filings, went to court for us, and guess what? It was resolved faster than we thought. To sum it up, they turned a disaster into a manageable situation. Amazing work!
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16 Jan, 2025 by Bernard chen
Evictions can be really messy, but not with these folks. From the first call to the final hearing, they handled everything like pros. I’ve noticed that they keep you in the loop, so you never feel lost. If I had to describe it, I’d say it felt like teamwork. Just saying, having them handle my case gave me peace of mind. 10/10 would recommend their service.
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14 Jan, 2025 by Devon harmon
From my perspective, they turned a super stressful eviction into a manageable task. TV to their team for being so supportive. Would definitely recommend.
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09 Sep, 2024 by Anonymous
Michael looked into my case during the phone consultation and provided helpful suggestions. Thanks a lot!
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18 Oct, 2022 by Anonymous
BEWARE, Mike Prozan is a HORRIBLE and DISHONEST attorney!!!!! I do NOT recommend him. He is the WORST attorney I have ever had.
Mike Prozan does NOT care about your case details nor does he care about you. I paid him a lot of money yet he did very little work and did a TERRIBLE job. He did NOT even know the basic case details. He also overcharged me, and he is extremely RUDE. He will charge you huge amounts of money while doing the LEAST amount of work possible!!!
Mike Prozan is a HORRIBLE and DISHONEST attorney!!!!!
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13 Sep, 2021 by Anonymous
Mike was extremely responsive and went out of his way to consult with me on contract issues I had. He provided examples of other cases and shared his recommendations. He is willing to communicate effeciently and not waste anybody's time. If I ever need assistance again he is my top choice.
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05 Dec, 2024 by Keri p
My experience has been really great. Cary is very knowledgeable, and makes me feel heard. In a situation that seemed insane, he really had my back. His help is extremely valuable in the advice he offers. Also he and his team were really quick to call me back. He’s a good person to have in your corner.
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31 Aug, 2024 by Anthony estelita
Cary and Kletter Law was able to address matters with my rental property fast and effectively. Thank you for the help!
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01 Aug, 2024 by Garrett kelly
Cary is by far the most thorough, thoughtful, knowledgable, professional, and ethical lawyer I've ever worked with. With how expensive hiring legal representation can sometimes be, I always want to feel that my lawyer cares about me as a client and that I'm getting exceptional value. From day one I've always felt both from Cary. If you find yourself in need of legal support, I couldn't recommend Cary and his team enough!
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03 Sep, 2023 by Mercedes galloso
Very good!
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15 Feb, 2023 by Rex baird
As the second attorney I've had I'll say Attorney David Lowe helped me feel more like a human than I have since the beginning of my injury. With his help I got doctors that spend more time examining me than I spend in the waiting room trying to make myself comfortable. I don't know what I would have done if my girlfriend didn't recommend this attorney.
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25 Sep, 2020 by Stella miranda
David Lowe is very knowledgeable and always very helpful. I recommend this law office to many potential clients because I know they are in good hands. You can always count on Wendy and Laura to help when David is unavailable. The staff is very helpful and knowledgeable. If they can’t answer the question ( which is very rare). They find the answer and get right back to you the same day.
They are the best.......
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20 Jan, 2025 by Jesse lares
Carmen and team are great. I am trying to help my aging folks navigate thru complicated legal issues and she was very patient and explained everything for them to understand.
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28 Nov, 2024 by Martha cervantes
Carmen Rosas, has tended to our living trust needs. She was kind, respectful and especially patient in explaining procedures and details to us. We would highly recommend her services to friends and family.
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11 Sep, 2024 by Elaine fonseca, realtor
I'm a bay area real estate broker/agent. I've referred Carmen to a few of my clients. All of which would tell me she would never return their calls or they could never connect with her. Should have learned then but instead I decided I should give her a try myself for my estate planning documents especially since we had done some events together. Never did I think my estate planning documents would take over a year to complete.
I signed our engagement letter 6/3/22, the first payment link was sent to me on 6/4/22 (quick turnaround). I had an in-person meeting with her on 7/28/22 after rescheduling on my end a few times due to personal reasons. Soon after I provided all of my documents to her and we scheduled a follow up meeting for 9/22/22.
I didn’t hear anything back from her until 11/14/22, with another payment link for another service she provided. At that moment I inquired about finalizing my trust documents, her office told me they were going to mail them to me the following week. One month goes by and I inquire again on 12/6/22. She claims she is onboarding new team members and has been understaffed. On 12/20/22 I ask her if she was able to find an attorney out of state to put my properties in the trust. She claimed she did and that she would have the deeds ready the following week. January came and went and zero communication from her or her office. I inquired again on 2/3/23 - following up on the mobile notary to sign & finalize trust documents. Another person in her office responds back and I finally get a mobile notary scheduled for 2/9/23. I assumed this was it and I was just waiting around for my executed county stamped documents to get mailed back to me. Well June comes around and I still haven’t received anything back. I inquire again on 6/6/23. She says she is checking with her assistant. No communication again until I inquire again on 6/27/23. One property was finally taken care of and confirmed received by the county on 7/11/23. The other property was finally taken care of in late Sept 2023.
My frustration is the lack of customer service/communication. I understand small businesses tend to get understaffed or are going through business changes but if my services are paid for and I have to constantly be contacting you for an update and most of the time you don’t respond, then there is something wrong! This tells me this business doesn’t value its clients. Posting this review now in case this will help others determine whether to use her services or not. I also know other small businesses that have used her & have had a similar or worser experience so that tells me I’m not the only one.
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19 Nov, 2022 by Manu gujrati
Richard is exceptional — a fast worker, a stickler for detail, a legal nerd like no other and supremely practical. I was stuck in a protracted divorce proceeding in which my ex (from a short lived marriage) was insisting on going to trial. Richard talked her and her lawyer off the cliff. In a heroic twist of events, he got them to agree to a reasonable settlement. Acting against his own financial incentives, he saved me tens of thousands of dollars in legal fees. Divorce is a very emotional, expensive journey. You want a strategic thinker who can reduce the pain of it all. That’s Richard. Hire him. You chose the wrong partner. Now choose the right lawyer.
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02 Dec, 2020 by Emil varona
Richard is an excellent attorney. He's very professional, courteous, and responsive. He's also a decent human being, which is not always the case with family law attorneys.
If your case is in San Mateo county, you should consider hiring Richard.
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01 Jul, 2024 by Mohammad super
Overcharging. Not working on your case
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01 Jul, 2024 by Nader sadegh
Be careful, this place is a Scam. They will over charge you and they promise they going to win the case and they will leave you in the middle of the case. So shady business.
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20 Jun, 2024 by Pamela sandhu
Mr. Assad Stephan is an excellent attorney that I have trusted with my clients and my own family. He has a wealth of knowledge of property law, provides expert contract reviews and advice and is the attorney you can trust if you have a legal dispute. I highly recommend Allen Stephan and Baker for property related legal services.
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01 Jul, 2024 by Mohammad super
Overcharging. Not working on your case
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01 Jul, 2024 by Nader sadegh
Be careful, this place is a Scam. They will over charge you and they promise they going to win the case and they will leave you in the middle of the case. So shady business.
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20 Jun, 2024 by Pamela sandhu
Mr. Assad Stephan is an excellent attorney that I have trusted with my clients and my own family. He has a wealth of knowledge of property law, provides expert contract reviews and advice and is the attorney you can trust if you have a legal dispute. I highly recommend Allen Stephan and Baker for property related legal services.
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What a Litigation Lawyer Can Do for You
A litigation lawyer specializes in representing individuals, businesses, or organizations involved in legal disputes. Whether you're the one filing a lawsuit or you're being sued, a litigation attorney will advocate on your behalf throughout the entire legal process. Their goal is to resolve disputes, either through negotiation, settlement, or trial. Litigation lawyers can help with a wide range of disputes, including contract disagreements, real estate issues, employment disputes, personal injury claims, and more.
Litigation lawyers provide strategic legal advice and manage all aspects of your case, from filing motions to representing you in court, ensuring that your rights are protected and that you have the best chance of achieving a favorable outcome.
When Should I Hire a Litigation Lawyer?
You should consider hiring a litigation lawyer if you're involved in a legal dispute that you cannot resolve on your own. Common situations include:
- Breach of contract disputes: If a party to a contract fails to fulfill their obligations, a litigation lawyer can help you seek damages or enforce the agreement.
- Business disputes: Litigation lawyers can represent you in cases of partnership disagreements, intellectual property disputes, or business fraud.
- Employment disputes: If you're facing issues like wrongful termination, workplace discrimination, or wage disputes, a litigation lawyer can help resolve these matters through negotiation or court action.
- Personal injury claims: If you've been injured due to someone else's negligence and are seeking compensation, a litigation attorney can help you pursue your case.
- Real estate or property disputes: When there are conflicts over property ownership, boundary issues, or lease agreements, a litigation lawyer can assist in resolving the dispute.
Hiring a lawyer early in the process is beneficial, especially if a lawsuit seems imminent or you have already been served with legal documents.
What Does a Litigation Lawyer Do?
A litigation lawyer handles all aspects of your case, from the initial investigation to the trial and even the appeals process, if necessary. Their role includes:
- Case assessment and investigation: Analyzing the facts of your case and advising whether it’s worth pursuing or defending.
- Pleadings and motions: Drafting and filing documents to initiate or respond to a lawsuit, including complaints, motions to dismiss, and answers.
- Discovery: Gathering evidence, including depositions, interrogatories, and document requests, to build your case.
- Negotiations and settlement discussions: Attempting to resolve disputes through mediation, arbitration, or settlement talks before going to trial.
- Trial representation: Presenting your case in court, examining witnesses, introducing evidence, and making legal arguments before a judge or jury.
- Appeals: If necessary, filing appeals to challenge or defend the outcome of the trial.
Litigation lawyers are also skilled negotiators and often work to resolve disputes outside of court to save time, money, and stress for their clients.
How Are Litigation Lawyers Paid?
Litigation lawyers typically use a variety of fee structures depending on the type of case, the complexity of the legal matter, and the financial circumstances of the client. Common payment arrangements include:
- Hourly rates: Many litigation attorneys charge by the hour, with rates varying based on experience and geographic location.
- Flat fees: For specific, predictable legal tasks (such as filing a motion), lawyers may offer a flat fee.
- Contingency fees: In personal injury or other cases where you seek damages, a lawyer may work on a contingency basis, taking a percentage of the settlement or award if you win.
- Retainer: Some clients pay a retainer fee upfront to secure ongoing legal services. The lawyer then bills against this retainer as work is done.
The exact structure should be discussed in the initial consultation to ensure you understand how and when you'll be charged.
How Much Does a Litigation Lawyer Cost?
The cost of a litigation lawyer varies significantly depending on the nature of the dispute and the lawyer’s experience. Factors affecting the cost include:
- The complexity of the case: More complex litigation involving extensive discovery, expert witnesses, or multi-party suits typically costs more.
- Time spent: Litigation cases can be time-consuming, especially if they go to trial. The longer the case, the higher the legal fees.
- Type of fee arrangement: Hourly rates can range from $200 to over $1,000 per hour, depending on the lawyer’s reputation and location. Contingency fees generally range from 25% to 40% of the settlement or award.
- Stage of litigation: Cases that settle early in the process are often less expensive than those that proceed to trial or appeal.
It’s crucial to ask about cost estimates during your initial consultation to avoid surprises.
Top Questions to Ask a Litigation Lawyer
Before hiring a litigation lawyer, it's essential to ask key questions to ensure you're choosing the right representation:
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What is your experience with cases like mine?
Ensure that the lawyer has experience handling your specific type of dispute, whether it's a contract issue, personal injury, or business matter. -
What are the potential outcomes of my case?
Ask for an honest assessment of your case's strengths, weaknesses, and the likelihood of success. -
What is your fee structure?
Clarify how you'll be charged, whether by the hour, a flat fee, or on a contingency basis. -
How long do you expect my case to take?
While it's hard to predict, an experienced lawyer can give you a rough estimate based on similar cases. -
How often do you settle cases versus going to trial?
Some lawyers are more inclined to settle, while others may be more experienced in the courtroom. It’s important to understand their strategy. -
What is your approach to resolving disputes?
Some lawyers prefer aggressive litigation, while others focus on settlement or mediation. Choose one whose approach aligns with your goals.
How to Check the Credibility of a Litigation Lawyer
To verify a litigation lawyer’s credibility, consider the following steps:
- Check bar association records: Ensure the lawyer is in good standing with the state bar and has no history of disciplinary actions.
- Read client reviews and testimonials: Online reviews can provide insight into the lawyer’s professionalism and track record.
- Look for litigation experience: Review the lawyer’s website or professional profile to ensure they have handled cases like yours and have a record of success.
- Request references: Ask the lawyer to provide references from past clients who can speak to their effectiveness and approach.
- Research their trial experience: If your case is likely to go to trial, ensure the lawyer has a history of courtroom success.
What Should I Prepare for My First Consultation?
To make your first consultation with a litigation lawyer productive, you should prepare the following:
- A clear outline of the dispute: Provide a timeline and key details about the legal issue you're facing.
- Any relevant documents: Bring contracts, emails, letters, or any other documentation that pertains to the case.
- A list of key players: Provide the names of individuals or companies involved in the dispute.
- Questions about fees and the litigation process: Make sure you understand how the lawyer plans to approach your case and how you will be charged.
- Your goals and expectations: Be clear about what outcome you're hoping for, whether it's a settlement, compensation, or another resolution.
By coming prepared, you can ensure that your initial meeting with the lawyer is both efficient and insightful, giving you a better sense of how to proceed with your case.
