Mr. Layton and his team are very professional and responsive. They are great team and work well together professionally...I am very happy with the result of my long lasting stressful case. You will not regret having him as your representative! You can rest a sure he will fight for your rights...Mr. Layton is the best!!!!

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Deffiny Vanh Soungpanya
over 5 years ago

They are great team managing family law well recommended....!!!

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Gus Espinel
over 5 years ago

A divorce is a difficult stage in a life of a person. Mr. Layton made this process easier for me, getting the best results. I highly recommend Mr. Layton as a lawyer due to his professionalism, knowledge, integrity, punctuality and dedication. Mr. Layton explained to me every step during the process. The staff is always very friendly, helpful and personable. If you have any question, they always respond immediately. Since the first day I spoke with Mr. Layton, I knew he was a GREAT representation.

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Gisella Rossi
over 8 years ago

The H.F. Layton Law Office has represented us in several cases, all of which we have won. One of the cases was delicate and difficult to say the the least. Mr. Layton and his staff worked tirelessly and proficiently on our behalf. Even in stressful moments Mr. Layton was patient, encouraging and understanding. Whenever we had a question there was always immediate follow through and a response. Mr. Layton and staff were enjoyable, and professional. In court it was very obvious that Mr. Layton was well liked and respected by his peers (from the Judge, court clerks and opposing counsel). We were lucky to have found him. He is deeply and personally invested in his work. This is an impressive office! I cannot recommend the offices of H.F. Layton more highly!!!

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Tim Combs
over 12 years ago

H.F. Layton Law Office went above and beyond my expectations. Mr. Layton and his staff are incredible. I am forever grateful for his unwavering commitment to get me what I deserved.

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Meteka Jackson
over 8 years ago

I am very disappointed with the service they provided me. Attorney Morris was very busy and they referred me to someone who does not accept his referrals. Not professional.

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Beatriz Boyker
over 4 years ago

Mr. Morris and his team have been extremely instrumental in facilitating my case. Mr. Morris did a great job in explaining the process and allayed concerns I had regarding Family Law. He did such a wonderful job that I recommended him to several friends for their Family Law cases.

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Brenda Castro
over 5 years ago

Charles Morris is very comforting in a time of high stress. He is extremely knowledgeable about the law and takes the time to teach his clients. He is very diligent and on time with all his appointments and court appearances. His staff is very friendly and emotionally supportive. Divorce can be a very stressful time and they have been extremely helpful in easing the stress by guiding me through the process.

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Rox Taormina
over 6 years ago

I contacted Charles to see if he could help me modify the spousal support I was paying. After a couple visits back to court he got the job done for me and better than I had hoped. He is very professional and the office staff is helpful also.

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G R A
over 6 years ago

Awesome ????

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Rooks Entertainment
over 4 years ago

Christine provided excellent service throughout the process. She had excellent communication throughout and was also mindful throughout. Always was prompt with responses and thorough with any questions. She is also very helpful throughout the process and tough. Your best interest is important to Christine and I would highly recommend. Thank you again Christine.

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Miguel Torres
over 4 years ago

Christine Thielo is very knowledgeable, thorough, ethical, experienced, tough and confident. She worked hard to get me the best possible outcome in my child support matter. She took the time to review everything so she could fully understand my case and be able to adequately represent me. From the date I retained Christine to the date we went to court, I never doubted that with her representing me I would get a favorable and fair result -- whether we settled or went before a judge. She was well prepared on the day we were in court. She is confident, she stands her ground, is not intimated and she will fight for your best interest. Christine and her assistant, Linda, respond to emails and calls in a timely manner and they keep you updated on your case, which not many attorneys do. I would highly recommend Christine Thielo for any family law matter.

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Anthony Mendoza
over 5 years ago

If I could give Christine 10 stars I would. I can’t say enough nice things about her. I came in crying and she calmed me down during my long drawn out divorce (because of ex). She took care of everything and more. I got the settlement I want and much more. She went above and beyond for me. If you want a kick butt lawyer give her a call. She is very knowledgeable about the law and helps you every step of the way. She goes way above and beyond for you. Thanks Christine.

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Diana Kutzke
over 5 years ago

Christine is the type of lawyer you imagine in a movie, she comes in and takes charge. We visited several lawyers before coming to her and it seemed like all lawyers would give us the same spill regarding family law and never really took time to listen to our concerns. Christine took the bull from the horns right from the get go and told me to hire her and man let me tell you if I hadn't things would be so much different for us. Now, I will never go to court without her. Spend the money and get the results this is not a matter you want to mess around with.

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Emilio Rodriguez
over 5 years ago

If you are looking for a no nonsense Attorney who gets it done, go to Christine Theilo. Christine not only takes pride in her work but she loves what she does and she is efficient. She also provides a high level of comfort in a distressing time. I was blown away by her compassion and insight. I could not have gone through this process without her. Thank you Christine, you are amazing!

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Mark Shaw
over 5 years ago

Karen did an amazing job with a very difficult case. Coming from a family of attorneys it takes a lot to impress me and Karen always did. Definitely happy she was on my side and made me feel like I was getting the best advocate out there.

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Peter K
over 4 years ago

Karen Brown is by far the best family law attorney I have ever worked with!! I was working with a couple of attorneys from San Diego that completely ruined my current family custody case. My previous attorneys took advantage of my situation and didn't do anything in my best interest and against by wishes. Karen Brown sat down with me and helped me regain control of my case, my handle on life and my world which is my son. She spent countless hours rebuilding my case to make it the strongest possible. Not only was my case extremely well put together but she did an excellent job in the courtroom; this resulted in the judge granting me everything I requested and a few additional last minute additions. As a result of her strong litigation skills and abilities to build the strongest case possible, I was granted more time with my son which will allow me to give him the attention he deserves from his father and allow me to mentor him into being an upstanding citizen and human being. I also requested for my son to have my last name, and due to Karen Brown's extensive knowledge of the legal system and tough litigation skills, I was allowed to change his last name to mine which will allow him to carry on my family name and legacy. I would recommend Karen Brown's legal services to anyone seeking a strong family law attorney and have done so on many occasions. If you are looking for or are in need of a strong attorney make sure you stop by and visit her first. She will go out of her way to help you and your loved ones as well as ensure you have the strongest case possible before stepping into the courtroom or into out of court negotiations. She is invested in her clients and their best interest.

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Gio Nunez
over 7 years ago

I had 5 attorneys before I I hired Karen Brown. I had spent a lot of money and had gotten nothing. Two of my lawyers worked with my ex wife's lawyers and I was sent down the river without a paddle. Karen took a difficult case and fought for me because she cared about the children and believed me. Karen is ethical and truly represents her client with loyalty.. Thank you Karen Brown that I now spend such wonderful times with my two daughters.

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maria disalvio
over 8 years ago

I wish divorce on nobody. It is about one of the ugliest things one can experience; but, of course, it is also one of life's unfortunate realities. Because of its inflammatory nature, who you have in your corner fighting for you is crucial. I had an unusual case in that I was already divorced (foolishly I was unrepresented in the initial proceedings) but my ex-wife was planning on relocating with my children to a different city (without my consent). Because I had no representation the first time around, I got completely squeezed financially with a support schedule I couldn't handle, and I needed it reduced legally. I interviewed three other divorce attorneys before a friend recommended Beverly Hills family law specialist Karen Brown. Every attorney I spoke with told me that I had a case, but Karen got the ball rolling immediately. She demonstrated her expertise in the area of family law, and I could tell that she was tough, and that's what I wanted, as I was dealing with some irresponsibly ruthless people and needed somebody strong by my side. Karen was definitely that. She was tough on me too, which was good because she prepared me for the difficult questions I would surely face in court (and which I did). Karen was thorough and always open for communication. Although it wasn't cheap (I only bring this up so you don't fool yourself in believing there will be an inexpensive way out, as some family law attorneys will lead you to believe. It just isn't so), she was mindful of my financial situation and allowed me to take care of anything I could that would keep costs down. When it became apparent that the other side was not willing to negotiate on any issue, Karen was an excellent strategist, making moves that ultimately secured our argument--I could not have asked for more. Come game day, Karen was prepared and solid in the courtroom, and everything turned out alright. Although I was unsuccessful at stopping the relocation, I received a great custody schedule--fair with time made up during summer for that which I'd lose as a result of the move away--my support obligation was lowered to a more reasonable schedule, and most importantly my ex-wife learned that she couldn't just arbitrarily and unilaterally make decisions regarding the children without a strong response from Karen's office, which ultimately has kept her in check. Again I say I wouldn't wish divorce on anyone, but if it is unavoidable, you need a strong professional in your corner, someone who understands family law comprehensively and who will be there for you during tough times, and not just dump you off on an inexperienced associate. I cannot recommend Los Angeles divorce attorney Karen Brown highly enough. For one of the most important decisions you may ever make--hire Karen Brown: you will not be disappointed.

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Nick Campos
over 11 years ago

david d. david d. Los Angeles, CA 1 friend 3 reviews Share review Embed review Edit review 5.0 star rating 5/17/2018 Karen Brown was a godsend for me in my divorce case. Prior to hiring Karen, I had 5 attorneys, and $100,000 later. Two of these unethical attorneys betrayed me and worked with my ex's attorneys. The other 3 were useless and were intimidated by ex's attorneys. My ex came from lots of family money and very legally savvy and played the divorce court game extremely well. She hired two and three attorneys at a time, and they lied and coerced, and pressured me to agree to their demands. When Karen came on the scene, things changed for me and my children. She believed me and in me, and in the truth, and never gave an inch to the requests of my ex's attorneys. She stood strong and in the end the judge saw the true picture. I now enjoy great times with my two daughters, the two most important people in my life. Thanks to Karen's ethical standards, and care for the truth, and what is good for the children my life looks far brighter than it did when I had the worst representation with the previous 5 attorneys. Thank you, Karen Brown.

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David di salvio
over 7 years ago

Attorney Dennis Fuire is not only one of the most excellent attorney's i've ever met, but also extremely intelligent, ethical, a person of great character, and the only one I would ever trust handling any of my legal matters. He has handled several matters to include all of my estate planning, and in all he was outstanding.

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1731 California
over 6 years ago

I have found Dennis P. Fuire to be an exceptional lawyer in creating and dealing with my Trust. I was very pleased at the variety of ideas and options which Dennis P. Fuire presented me. Dennis constantly keeps me updated and is always easy to reach. My overall experience with Fuire Family Law has been and still is excellent.

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Kevin Williams
over 8 years ago

Lyle and I had an excellent experience with Mr. Dennis Fuire. Fuire is well informed, and delivers the results that you would expect. He was very courteous, respectful and responsive to our needs. We would use his services again, gladly recommending him to our family, friends, and anyone in need of an exemplary attorney. Respectfully, Miqtlayohually Isabella Xochipilli & Lyle Craig Hill

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M.Isabella Xochipilli-Hill
over 10 years ago

I needed a local Calabasas divorce attorney to help with my recent divorce. Dennis was extremely helpful and communicative through the entire process. I highly recommend him to everyone looking for a divorce lawyer.

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Pamela Sam
over 8 years ago

Prior to finding Dennis, my fiancé had spent years (and a substantial amount of money) on trying to get divorced with his ex, who lives overseas. When we accepted that nothing would be done if we didn't take action ourselves, I began my hunt for an attorney. After 2 weeks, multiple referrals, and several phone calls to attorneys and law firms, I stumbled on Dennis and felt good about him immediately. He did not try to rush my phone call with him, he sounded genuinely interested in helping us, and his rates and method of payment to his law firm, were far more reasonable than all the lawyers I'd spoken to in the last two weeks. I told my fiancé we'd found his lawyer, and we began working with Dennis right away. Throughout the course of the divorce process, Dennis was very prompt in responding to emails, always answered any questions we had, was very concise in explaining things to us, and overall a pleasure to work with :) I cannot say enough good things about him. I recommend him highly, and would refer him to anyone needing his services. The dissolution of my fiancés past marriage, was executed in a timely manner, and we're happily free to carry on with our lives. So happy we found Dennis and had the pleasure of working with him. My fiancé and I are infinitely grateful :)

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Tiffany Lauren Bennicke
over 10 years ago

Mr. Karney by far was the only person i spoke to that managed to calm me way down really fast and not only told me but showed the ways he would get my daughter back in 3 days. And HE DID JST THAT MY DAUGHTER WAS BACK HOME IN. 3 DAYS i dnt knw what i would have done if i handt found mr. Karney and Homar hes been reliable and completely in control of the entire case i am truly grateful to these 2 individuals like i cant evwn describe. The receptions is extreamly kind and comprehensive aswell . by far the best decision i ever made and worth every dollar. Without a dought

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Serg Brm
over 4 years ago

I am so glad I found Mark H. Karney and his team! I was about to hire another lawyer for my divorce and just before I signed that contract I decided to get another opinion and I'm SO glad I did. After speaking with Mark and his wonderful paralegal Tristina I realized I almost made a huge mistake. I found out because I was married for a short time and we were amicable, we could get a dissolution instead of a divorce. An important distinction the other local law firm didn't tell me - even though they knew all the same details. This saved me over $4,000. Mark & Tristina were honest, helpful, and responsive. And they treated my case with care. They answered all my questions, and even went above and beyond in helping me get paperwork I needed when I was purchasing a home. The genuinely cared about helping me secure my home and I couldn't be more grateful.

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Sarah Turner
over 5 years ago

I was a client of Fernandez & Karney, whom worked tirelessly to settle my case. Please be aware that divorce brings out the worst in people and there are reviews here that are purely acts of revenge (ie, not from actual clients). I will try to be brief, but know that there's no way I can summarize all the things I'm happy about with regards to this firm! First, here's my advice on deciding on a family law firm: decide if you need a lot of attention/hand holding or if you're comfortable with a team approach. There are pros/cons to both. F&K is going to be a team approach, you will not deal with just one main attorney and their assistant/associate. But, F&K's team approach is more cost effective and I liked having multiple view points. I think this is where people get confused when dealing with a firm like F&K, you have to be flexible and know your case- no one is going to hold your hand the whole time, but you can choose to spend a lot more money for that kind of assistance. Their approach worked well for me, but might not be for everyone. Now, here's a little about the specifics of my case. I tried to settle all issues outside of court, but unfortunately my ex was set to fight on every matter. So, I had issues with every aspect of my divorce: support, child custody, division of assets and property, etc. Throughout the entire process, F&K faced much adversity, aggression and gaslighting from my ex. They were always professional, stood their ground, were ready with sound advice and fought very hard for my case. My case was extremely difficult and F&K was a rock of support! In the end, my settlement was good and bad. But this is what to expect when you're dealing with the uncertainty of the legal system- nothing is black and white, you must make concessions in order to move on with your life.

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V
over 5 years ago

Go elsewhere for legal representation.

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Nikki Lowry
over 5 years ago

Most of society can go their whole lives without needing an attorney; family matters result in unexpected moments in court and it's in your BEST interest to be thorough in your search for representation. I vetted at least three attorneys and even then hired/fired the first one (different firm). After a bumpy start I struck gold when I had my consult with Steven Fernandez of Fernandez and Karney. Steven's intricate knowledge of family law and his readiness with solutions gave me a sense of support and protection that you are suppose to feel when hiring an attorney. Steven felt that an attorney on his team, Jean Kim, would be a perfect fit and YES...she was. Jean Kim is a listener, legal scholar, and court navigator with an amazing ability to activate. Jean is not only super knowledgeable about the infinite avenues/detours of family law; Jean makes it a priority to know the facts and details of your situation like she knows the law. Why is this important? In real-time, court has so many unexpected moments; but with an attorney like Jean...It didn't matter because she was ready to activate and SHE DID! Thank you Jean and thanks Steven for having amazing talent on your team! And did I mention I live in another state...Jean Kim is awesome!

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K J
over 6 years ago

Worst attorney in Los Angeles, she charged me $5000 dollars upfront without even showing once to court, her filing fees are ridiculous. The day before my hearing, she called me in her office just to have her accountant asking for another $5000, she delayed my hearing for an additional 3 months. It was a total waste of my time and money.

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Mrs. GRomero
over 5 years ago

Retaining this attorney was the worse mistake I had ever done. She is a money hungry attorney. paid her 15k in 5months. Because she was too interested in her vacations. This attorney abandoned my case for one month, missed several court appearances and did not tell me and at the end she said be prepared to pay alimony and child support. Entire office was unprofessional, would mail correspondence to wrong address and then tell me that the mail was returned. DUH wrong address. This happened multiple times. If there was a negative I would have give her one. RUN RUN RUN

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Julie Garcia Perry
over 6 years ago

Mrs. Gallegos represented me a few years back, she is an excellent attorney. Gets the job done efficiently. Would definitely recommend her!

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Yesi Y.P.
over 7 years ago

Not attentive to cliets

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Albert Williams
over 6 years ago

Great lawyer

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Jesse Mendoza
over 8 years ago

If I could give more stars, I would. Tamara literally saved my life from a dangerous predator. She knew exactly how to guide me through the process and made sure I understood everything before proceeding on to the next issue, and was always very straightforward and honest. Mine was a very long and drawn-out process due to the level of psychosis of the other party involved, and Tamara definitely went above and beyond to keep me safe and ensure that my property remained in my possession. She worked when she was sick, pulled all-nighters and hustled over the holidays to ensure my safety. She made sure I received the maximum amount of protection from the courts, and even helped me regain some of the legal fees. She truly cares for her clients and it shows. I know she had lots of other cases besides mine but she always made me feel as though she was always there for me, and always responded immediately in an emergency, no matter the hour. She is truly what a great attorney is SUPPOSED to be. I always felt confident with her support, and believe me when I say that you will do well to trust her. Addendum 07/18/2021: Well unfortunately I was in the position where I had to hire an attorney again because of the same vexatious litigant, but I am so grateful to have Tamara on my side! She once again came through for me when I needed her the most, put my fears to rest, and took care of business. You will not find a more hard-working and empathetic professional in this field. Guaranteed.

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Andy Peregrin
over 4 years ago

I looked at the reviews and they were really good so gave her a call to help me with my divorce case and she made an appointment and the consultation was $425 when there are other people who do free consultation. It was alot but she told me she would put it on my retainer fee. So we made an appointment with her and she said her secretary would send me an email to confirm and they never did. That was a red flag. But I gave her a chance and I called again to send the email and they did. Then we made an appointment. I was ready for my appointment and they cancelled on me when I payed the consultation already. We made another appointment. She was late for our new appointment and she called and she cut me off because she needed to "order lunch for her son for school." And I was like what kind of professionalism is this? Then I let her do what she needed to do which took like 30 minutes but it was fine because I'm also a mother but she could've done that before our appointment. At that point I regretted paying her. I asked how much I was going to pay to finish my divorce and she said $10,000. I was like omg to just finish? I thought it would be 2500 or something. I asked her for some of my money back because she didn't even anything and everything was incorrect and she started arguing with me when I didn't get my full hour consultation either. I thought everything would be fine but paying her in the first place was a big mistake. Shes not professional at all I don't recommend her. There are other people who give free consultation and do a good job unlike Tamara.

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Henriette Leba
over 5 years ago

Tamara knew exactly how to guide me from the first day she reviewed my situation. And even though court matters can take a while to settle in your favor, her advice was in alignment with what I needed to gain justice in a horrible situation. My situation was really bad because I lacked representation initially and had made mistakes of my own. I am overjoyed now that I did what she advised because it was such an enormous gain for me. So, thanking Tamara for what she did for me over time. She showed tremendous dedication in getting my visitation expanded and mapping out a way for me to gain my custodial rights back!! Tam, you proved to be a 300-mile-away gem in my personal journey of hardship!! Thankful to God for divinely having our paths cross at such a crucial and scary time for me. Sincerely, Ms. B.

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Belinda Morales
over 5 years ago

I highly recommend hiring the services of Tamara Benefield. My personal experience with ms. Benefield was 5 stars excellent. I felt like everything was taken care of in an exceptional manner. If you are in need of a Divorce & Family law attorney don't hesitate to call Tamara Benefield Law Office.

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Anthony Cortez
over 6 years ago

Tamara's knowledge of the law reflects her awesome pedagogical achievements from her university days it seems. She was like a walk dictionary of knowledge which was so very helpful to my case. Thank you so much Tamara.

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rudy rupak
over 6 years ago

Kyle is definitely a awesome attorney. Trust worthy, he knows his stuff. Unfortunately, in my particular case, the judge didn't side with me, but thats just how life goes. Sometimes the best person does not always win. Kyle was definitely the better attorney in my case. I will definitely use again, if needed. GUARANTEED!

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Juan Carlos Garcia
over 4 years ago

Kyle is one of a kind, awesome Lawyer who is there for all your needs. Kyle is very professional and listens to all of your concerns. I would recommend him to anyone who needs a great Lawyer to be by there side and represent you ????.

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Annette Stevens
over 4 years ago

Mr. Puro is honest, straightforward, not just out to get your money, and very knowledgeable. Worth every penny!

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Antonio
over 4 years ago

From the first conversation with Kyle I knew I was in good hands. His competence and guidance thru the process brought huge relief in a very stressful time. His communication was responsive and straightforward as he showed genuine concern for my case. It’s obvious Kyle Puro is passionate about helping people and getting the results they need.

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Beth Parotti
over 5 years ago

Awesome Layer ! He is a really good Lawyer. I had false allegations , kyle did a great job in dealing with this. The judge finally exposed her and told her that she has "serious credibility issues ". Kyle was fighting for the truth. Finally Truth won and lies and deceit lost. He is hardworking and knowledgeable and knows how to deal with false allegations. If you are truthful then you have found a good lawyer. Truth wins and so Justice wins finally .

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Ravi Srivastava
over 5 years ago

When the opportunity presents itself, I am always pleased to be able to recommend Gharibian & Oliver as the premier family law firm in all north Los Angeles County areas. I have partnered with them, as needed, now for over 6 years. Family law matters can be complicated, emotional, long-term in nature, and rarely are any fun. My case has received superior service and, with the team’s guidance, understanding, and representation, very favorable outcomes were achieved.

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Norm
over 10 years ago

Divorce is never easy, but I am more than thankful I went with Paulette Gharibian. She not only knows Family Law but treats her clients with incredible compassion. She worked extremely hard to ensure mine and my children's future even with the most challenging circumstances. She was always professional even faced with opposing council that didn't share the same value of that professionalism. It meant a lot to continuously meet other lawyers and even Judges that knew and respected Paulette. The staff at Gharibian & Oliver are also dedicated professionals that help you through all the difficult decisions and paperwork and make you feel every question or concern you may have is valid and answered. I have referred Gharibian & Oliver already and would again to anyone I care about!

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TheKwcrone
over 10 years ago

They are good at what they do & support you throughout your whole case.

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E-man C
over 7 years ago

April is very knowledgeable and great to work with. She took the time to answer my many questions. Working with April made my challenging custody matter much easier to get through.

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Stephanie Ardizone
over 10 years ago

I called, looking for a basic estimate and they said that I would have to come in and pay $200 to, potentially, waste my time. Every business is required to give a quote by law, why should people pay to get a quote here? Might wanna think that one over....looks like they like taking pictures more than lawyering.

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Anar Dadashov
over 9 years ago