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Catherine Ann Schwartz 

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No matter how amicable or complex your divorce and family law matter is, Attorney Catherine Schwartz is able to assist. Attorney Catherine Schwartz helps with conflicts stemming from divorce, child custody, child support, property division, LGBTQ marriage rights, and high-net-worth divorce. Attorney Catherine Schwartz graduated from Thomas Jefferson School of Law and has since earned recognition as one of the top divorce and family law attorneys in the US. To receive assistance from one of the top divorce and family law attorneys, call the attorney with over 9 years of proven success.

 Website justia.com

Review

by Google
4.20
21 reviews  

I can't say enough about this office and the people who work here. Malvina was by the far the best attorney I've ever had and did the impossible. She poured her heart into my case and cared as much as I did. Use these people for your family law needs they are a family and will treat you as such. They will do everything they can to help you and will go above and beyond

I have to say that this office and their staff are amazing! I am a battered woman with a child! Catherine and her staff fought for my child and myself! As if it was their own situation! I can’t can not express how thankful I am. Catherine seen the situation I was in. Agreed to a lowered retainer fee and she also accepted payments for any fees after the retainer! I can say that this practice works on the cases with their hearts! Thank you Catherine and staff. You guys are amazing

This law office was incredible! Ms. Ovanezova accomplished what other lawyers couldn’t! VERY RESPONSIVE, CARING AND FAIR! I’d recommend 10/10 every time!

He's been a blessing.. Vary Good and Helping in his Work.

I have been knowing her for years I knew I needed help an I have had other attorneys I got my cash together an finally got who I wanted but ultimately needed no one better period!!!!! The office folks are nice very passionate about there job an give you a family feel

  • Review

    by Google
    4.20
    5 reviews  

    I can't say enough about this office and the people who work here. Malvina was by the far the best attorney I've ever had and did the impossible. She poured her heart into my case and cared as much as I did. Use these people for your family law needs they are a family and will treat you as such. They will do everything they can to help you and will go above and beyond

  • Review

    by Google
    4.20
    5 reviews  

    I have to say that this office and their staff are amazing! I am a battered woman with a child! Catherine and her staff fought for my child and myself! As if it was their own situation! I can’t can not express how thankful I am. Catherine seen the situation I was in. Agreed to a lowered retainer fee and she also accepted payments for any fees after the retainer! I can say that this practice works on the cases with their hearts! Thank you Catherine and staff. You guys are amazing

  • Review

    by Google
    4.20
    5 reviews  

    This law office was incredible! Ms. Ovanezova accomplished what other lawyers couldn’t! VERY RESPONSIVE, CARING AND FAIR! I’d recommend 10/10 every time!

  • Review

    by Google
    4.20
    5 reviews  

    He's been a blessing.. Vary Good and Helping in his Work.

  • Review

    by Google
    4.20
    5 reviews  

    I have been knowing her for years I knew I needed help an I have had other attorneys I got my cash together an finally got who I wanted but ultimately needed no one better period!!!!! The office folks are nice very passionate about there job an give you a family feel

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Michael Dennis Iverson 

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To receive the persistent care needed for your divorce or family case, turn to the attorney who is one of the best in the business. While Attorney Michael Dennis Iverson may help in any type of divorce and family law dispute, he provides keen expertise in child abduction, child custody, divorce, parental rights, relocation, and spousal support cases. Attorney Michael Dennis Iverson is a member of several prestigious legal organizations, such as the Association of Certified Family Law Specialists and the International Academy of Family Lawyers. Recognized for his insightful contributions to the legal profession, Attorney Michael Dennis Iverson received the National Association of Distinguished Counsel - Top 1% of Attorneys in the Nation and National Institute for Trial Advocacy Certificate of Appreciation awards. If you are looking for an attorney who will bring compassion yet professionalism to the table, then reach out to Attorney Michael Dennis Iverson and his team today.

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Review

by Google
4.30
13 reviews  

I was going through a simple divorce so I thought I could do it myself. Well after almost 2 years of dealing with Riverside Family Court I decided I couldn't do it. Less then a month after my consultation it was done. Everyone is awesome and very helpful on any questions I had. I highly recommend them to anyone. Don't do it yourself it ended up costing me more then what they actually charge. A very fair price with quick closure.

Well run organization. Very competent staff!

Created my own account with the court so I would be able to view my case status. Once in, I saw the timeline of everything filed by Danielle and her group. Everything filed spot on. Timing and turnaround at every stage was excellent. It is not the easiest filing but they have helped me through every issue. Highly recommend!!

I had a complicated real estate forgery issue with an adversary who was an experienced real estate attorney/litigator. I had consulted three other attorneys who had made suggestions that were less certain in outcome than this firm. Mr. Iverson and his staff exceeded my expectations and met their commitments to me. So if you need a legal response that requires: 1. Fast (timely) responses, ...or the 2. Best knowledge in terms of protecting the client (reading the adversary and those involved), ...or services that are 3. Affordable and extremely efficient, saving unneeded expenses (while friendly and professional), ...or you have a complex issue requiring 4. Detailed insight as to the technical issues of a complex situation while identifying and prioritizing the really critical issues with which to be dealt. This firm will be a great, and possibly, the best choice for your project. I hope this long narrative helps. I rarely, if ever, have submitted reviews but this issue affected my daughter and me. Hence, this response..

I had a bad experience with this attorney they never did what they supposed to do And they never fought for me in any way shape or form. They would also never call you back or even told you that they moved to a different location and had nobody there to talk to. So that's y I gave them a bad review on everything that they did for me. And I was not satisfied with the outcome of my case. I would never refer anybody to this law firm at all.

  • Review

    by Google
    4.30
    5 reviews  

    I was going through a simple divorce so I thought I could do it myself. Well after almost 2 years of dealing with Riverside Family Court I decided I couldn't do it. Less then a month after my consultation it was done. Everyone is awesome and very helpful on any questions I had. I highly recommend them to anyone. Don't do it yourself it ended up costing me more then what they actually charge. A very fair price with quick closure.

  • Review

    by Google
    4.30
    5 reviews  

    Well run organization. Very competent staff!

  • Review

    by Google
    4.30
    5 reviews  

    Created my own account with the court so I would be able to view my case status. Once in, I saw the timeline of everything filed by Danielle and her group. Everything filed spot on. Timing and turnaround at every stage was excellent. It is not the easiest filing but they have helped me through every issue. Highly recommend!!

  • Review

    by Google
    4.30
    5 reviews  

    I had a complicated real estate forgery issue with an adversary who was an experienced real estate attorney/litigator. I had consulted three other attorneys who had made suggestions that were less certain in outcome than this firm. Mr. Iverson and his staff exceeded my expectations and met their commitments to me. So if you need a legal response that requires: 1. Fast (timely) responses, ...or the 2. Best knowledge in terms of protecting the client (reading the adversary and those involved), ...or services that are 3. Affordable and extremely efficient, saving unneeded expenses (while friendly and professional), ...or you have a complex issue requiring 4. Detailed insight as to the technical issues of a complex situation while identifying and prioritizing the really critical issues with which to be dealt. This firm will be a great, and possibly, the best choice for your project. I hope this long narrative helps. I rarely, if ever, have submitted reviews but this issue affected my daughter and me. Hence, this response..

  • Review

    by Google
    4.30
    5 reviews  

    I had a bad experience with this attorney they never did what they supposed to do And they never fought for me in any way shape or form. They would also never call you back or even told you that they moved to a different location and had nobody there to talk to. So that's y I gave them a bad review on everything that they did for me. And I was not satisfied with the outcome of my case. I would never refer anybody to this law firm at all.

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Linda J J Claypool 

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For over 18 years, Attorney Linda J. Claypool has refined expertise in the area of divorce and family law. Attorney Linda J. Claypool has fostered particularly favorable results for families facing asset division, child abduction, child custody, military divorce, divorce, and visitation. Widely recognized for her commitment to her practice, Attorney Linda J. Claypool has been featured as a Best Attorneys in America and Super Lawyer award winner. Before securing her position as one of the best divorce and family law attorneys, Attorney Linda J. Claypool graduated from the California College of Law. If you are looking for aggressive representation for your divorce and family law matter, then call Attorney Linda J. Claypool's office now!

 Website justia.com

Review

by Google
4.40
19 reviews  

Ms. Linda Claypool has went above and beyond in helping me with my custody battle. My case has been very complex and Ms. Claypool has been a blessing. She genuinely cares for my children’s safety and well being. She is very professional yet caring with a gentle side. I would highly recommend Ms. Linda Claypool to any person in need of a great attorney.

I chose Linda Claypool to represent me in a child custody, child support case because her rate seemed reasonable when she offered her services. However, she charged me for every minute I had to provide clarification on anything she would not understand the first time it was conveyed to her such as determining % of visitation with both parents. This is how she takes clients money. Then she had the audacity to charge me for a hearing that was canceled by the non-custodial parent. He informed her that it was canceled. And I confirmed that with her verbally.Yet she did not cancel the hearing, attended the hearing and did not notify me. She is sneaky and dishonest. There were no changes done on my case. It was waste of my money. I did not even have the opportunity to attend myself. I attempted to to discuss the matter with her. Yet she would not refund me the $900 she charged me for court fees in addition to charging me other fees. I previously worked with another attorney and they provided excellent service and would keep me informed and prepared for a court hearing. She failed to do so. She went to court which a case was cancelled and she took $900 from my deposit. It’s sad she has to take money from a struggling single parent.

i needed help with child support and divorce and Linda was kind and willing to help in any way possible. im hoping i dont have to use her again but if i do i will go back to her

Linda Claypool, Family Law Attorney, has been a blessing to me. I received notification that my ex-husband was no longer going pay spousal support when he was already a month and a half delinquent, I became very emotional and frightened as my social security will not cover necessary living expenses and my health issues will not allow returning to work. Living on the east coast all I could do was start searching the web for an attorney in California. When I read Ms. Claypool's profile & reviews I knew she was my best choice. During our first consultation I found her to be very professional as she explained every step of the process proving her expertise, compassion and knowledge of family law. Preparing the necessary documents to file in the court system we were assigned a court date only to have it canceled due to the pandemic of Covid 19 closing down the courts. It was 5 months before the court started taking telephonic cases, my case will be heard next month and I'm confident it will go well. I would recommend Linda Claypool as she is not only professional & knowledgeable, she listens to what you are saying and you can feel the passion she has for family law.

Divorce is very emotional and stressful. Linda was recommended by a stranger who overheard my conversation with a friend regarding filing for divorce. I have not regretted doing so and have recommended her since to a few of my colleagues. Her pricing is reasonable and her expertise is very good. She is very honest and will help you obtain the best outcome for you and your children. I continue recommending her to many.

  • Review

    by Google
    4.40
    5 reviews  

    Ms. Linda Claypool has went above and beyond in helping me with my custody battle. My case has been very complex and Ms. Claypool has been a blessing. She genuinely cares for my children’s safety and well being. She is very professional yet caring with a gentle side. I would highly recommend Ms. Linda Claypool to any person in need of a great attorney.

  • Review

    by Google
    4.40
    5 reviews  

    I chose Linda Claypool to represent me in a child custody, child support case because her rate seemed reasonable when she offered her services. However, she charged me for every minute I had to provide clarification on anything she would not understand the first time it was conveyed to her such as determining % of visitation with both parents. This is how she takes clients money. Then she had the audacity to charge me for a hearing that was canceled by the non-custodial parent. He informed her that it was canceled. And I confirmed that with her verbally.Yet she did not cancel the hearing, attended the hearing and did not notify me. She is sneaky and dishonest. There were no changes done on my case. It was waste of my money. I did not even have the opportunity to attend myself. I attempted to to discuss the matter with her. Yet she would not refund me the $900 she charged me for court fees in addition to charging me other fees. I previously worked with another attorney and they provided excellent service and would keep me informed and prepared for a court hearing. She failed to do so. She went to court which a case was cancelled and she took $900 from my deposit. It’s sad she has to take money from a struggling single parent.

  • Review

    by Google
    4.40
    5 reviews  

    i needed help with child support and divorce and Linda was kind and willing to help in any way possible. im hoping i dont have to use her again but if i do i will go back to her

  • Review

    by Google
    4.40
    5 reviews  

    Linda Claypool, Family Law Attorney, has been a blessing to me. I received notification that my ex-husband was no longer going pay spousal support when he was already a month and a half delinquent, I became very emotional and frightened as my social security will not cover necessary living expenses and my health issues will not allow returning to work. Living on the east coast all I could do was start searching the web for an attorney in California. When I read Ms. Claypool's profile & reviews I knew she was my best choice. During our first consultation I found her to be very professional as she explained every step of the process proving her expertise, compassion and knowledge of family law. Preparing the necessary documents to file in the court system we were assigned a court date only to have it canceled due to the pandemic of Covid 19 closing down the courts. It was 5 months before the court started taking telephonic cases, my case will be heard next month and I'm confident it will go well. I would recommend Linda Claypool as she is not only professional & knowledgeable, she listens to what you are saying and you can feel the passion she has for family law.

  • Review

    by Google
    4.40
    5 reviews  

    Divorce is very emotional and stressful. Linda was recommended by a stranger who overheard my conversation with a friend regarding filing for divorce. I have not regretted doing so and have recommended her since to a few of my colleagues. Her pricing is reasonable and her expertise is very good. She is very honest and will help you obtain the best outcome for you and your children. I continue recommending her to many.

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David K. Wilkinson 

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When Attorney David K. Wilkinson is on your side, you may feel relieved that your divorce and family law case will be left in competent hands. Primarily focused on the practice of divorce and family law, Attorney David K. Wilkinson handles cases involving business divorce, child support, and divorce. Attorney David K. Wilkinson is an active participant in the legal community and maintains memberships with the American Association for Justice and the American Bar Association. Attorney David K. Wilkinson has received numerous accolades for his hard work, including the Super Lawyer and American Institute of Legal Advocates - Top Ten Award. Attorney David K. Wilkinson earned his JD from California Western School of Law and has applied compassion and professionalism to every case he manages. Allow Attorney David K. Wilkinson the opportunity to represent you in your current legal struggle by calling his office today!

Fee Structure: NO WIN NO FEE

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Review

by Google
4.50
16 reviews  

Great at filling out court documents, however, as a limited scope client that paid $3,400 for representation at a custody hearing, I was not advocated at all during my hearing against the petitioner that was lying under oath. My attorney did not object or even refer back to parenting history once. I even had the CCRC recommendation amended due to a lie from the petitioner and had the judge state the petitioner was "admirable" for the lies he said under oath. Nothing was advocated for me on record. I was crushed. As a mother that raised my son nearly 4 years, I will now not see my son for practically 4 days and the father lives 50 miles away. To the prospective clients seeking representation for custody hearings, make sure you're hiring an experienced attorney at this particular firm, mine was practically new in her career. I trusted her to represent me, but if I had a re-do I would've gladly paid more money for an attorney with more experience. And even if the outcome didn't change, I would've felt vindicated by my attorney to at least have tarnished the petitioners credibility. It's like he was allowed to say whatever he wanted and I just sat their helpless agreeing to it. I felt so underrepresented and will find a different legal counsel I can hopefully trust again. All these good reviews are with an attorney I didn't have. I was "represented" by Ms. Thompson. I write this honest review so what happened to me doesn't happen to another parent seeking help. Strong, seasoned legal experience matters, especially when it comes to your child.

We had an issue come up in our family and needed the legal services of Wilkinson and Finkbeiner. We could not be happier with the outcome of the case. Drew was extremely attentive and thorough throughout the whole process. He answered all our questions, was extremely patient and was able to come up with a resolution that that all parties agreed to. Our family is very appreciative and happy with the services we received.

I had the great pleasure and opportunity to work with Joe and Drew on two seperate cases. One assigned to each case. Their entire team, including their office staff was extremely respectful, professional, and effective in their practice. I felt comfortable visiting them and left with meaningful knowledge of how to handle both of my cases. They empowered me to make the decisions I needed to get on top of everything, even in moments where I felt powerless and unsure of my rights. I felt confident. I'll recommend any friend or family member that that needs their legal counsel. To the folks at the firm: A referral is a great responsibility- it is also the best compliment your client can give. You have my business. Thank you.

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I had a great experience with Mr. Andrew Tran. He was prompt and professional concerning my legal matter. It is scary to look for legit legal counsel when it comes to family issues. Very glad I found this firm! Dollie at the front desk is awesome as well.

  • Review

    by Google
    4.50
    5 reviews  

    Great at filling out court documents, however, as a limited scope client that paid $3,400 for representation at a custody hearing, I was not advocated at all during my hearing against the petitioner that was lying under oath. My attorney did not object or even refer back to parenting history once. I even had the CCRC recommendation amended due to a lie from the petitioner and had the judge state the petitioner was "admirable" for the lies he said under oath. Nothing was advocated for me on record. I was crushed. As a mother that raised my son nearly 4 years, I will now not see my son for practically 4 days and the father lives 50 miles away. To the prospective clients seeking representation for custody hearings, make sure you're hiring an experienced attorney at this particular firm, mine was practically new in her career. I trusted her to represent me, but if I had a re-do I would've gladly paid more money for an attorney with more experience. And even if the outcome didn't change, I would've felt vindicated by my attorney to at least have tarnished the petitioners credibility. It's like he was allowed to say whatever he wanted and I just sat their helpless agreeing to it. I felt so underrepresented and will find a different legal counsel I can hopefully trust again. All these good reviews are with an attorney I didn't have. I was "represented" by Ms. Thompson. I write this honest review so what happened to me doesn't happen to another parent seeking help. Strong, seasoned legal experience matters, especially when it comes to your child.

  • Review

    by Google
    4.50
    5 reviews  

    We had an issue come up in our family and needed the legal services of Wilkinson and Finkbeiner. We could not be happier with the outcome of the case. Drew was extremely attentive and thorough throughout the whole process. He answered all our questions, was extremely patient and was able to come up with a resolution that that all parties agreed to. Our family is very appreciative and happy with the services we received.

  • Review

    by Google
    4.50
    5 reviews  

    I had the great pleasure and opportunity to work with Joe and Drew on two seperate cases. One assigned to each case. Their entire team, including their office staff was extremely respectful, professional, and effective in their practice. I felt comfortable visiting them and left with meaningful knowledge of how to handle both of my cases. They empowered me to make the decisions I needed to get on top of everything, even in moments where I felt powerless and unsure of my rights. I felt confident. I'll recommend any friend or family member that that needs their legal counsel. To the folks at the firm: A referral is a great responsibility- it is also the best compliment your client can give. You have my business. Thank you.

  • Review

    by Google
    4.50
    5 reviews  

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  • Review

    by Google
    4.50
    5 reviews  

    I had a great experience with Mr. Andrew Tran. He was prompt and professional concerning my legal matter. It is scary to look for legit legal counsel when it comes to family issues. Very glad I found this firm! Dollie at the front desk is awesome as well.

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Lara T Abuzeid 

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When you hire Attorney Lara Abuzeid, you may feel confident that your divorce and family law case will be handled by an accomplished attorney. Attorney Lara Abuzeid's knowledge extends to the areas of divorce and family law appeals. Before securing her position as one of the best divorce and family law attorneys, Attorney Lara Abuzeid graduated from Chapman University's School of Law. Attorney Lara Abuzeid has developed her divorce and family law practice as one of the most trusted in the US.

 Website

Review

by Google
5.00
11 reviews  

From the moment I called this office, I was very impressed by the level of professionalism and the courteous manner I received from the office staff alone... When I personally met the attorney “Lara”, I was immediately struck by how professional, personal and empathetic she was. She TRULY had an extremely caring and understanding demeanor and I would HIGHLY recommend her law firm to anyone who is going through difficult times in their life!

I have known Lara Abuzeid Personally & Professionally. Lara and her staff has assisted my family & friends without hesitation at a moment's notice. As a Lawyer, she is a TRUE professional who treats clients as FAMILY... Professionally, I've worked with several Law Firms nationwide and dealing with Lara Abuzeid and her staff has been a blessing in disguise. To me personally & professionally, Abuzeid Law is not only extremely ethical and professional, it is my goto Law firm to represent my family and I personally and professionally...

I've been a client of Abuzeid Law Firm for several years for both personal and Business related Attorney services. Lara Abuzeid is not your average lawyer because she cares deeply about her clients and works hard to ensure they obtain the outcome they want and deserve. I highly recommend Lara.

Lara is the best attorney in town! She helps me with my business in Surrogacy and I couldn't be more happy with her attention to detail and diligence in handling everything I need. I highly recommend her if you need a great attorney in Temecula Valley

I had the absolute best experience at Abuzeid Law. She was super helpful and it was easy to tell she was there to help me. The entire staff js friendly and family like, so it is a very welcoming environment! I definitely recommend going to see her with any of your needs

  • Review

    by Google
    5.00
    5 reviews  

    From the moment I called this office, I was very impressed by the level of professionalism and the courteous manner I received from the office staff alone... When I personally met the attorney “Lara”, I was immediately struck by how professional, personal and empathetic she was. She TRULY had an extremely caring and understanding demeanor and I would HIGHLY recommend her law firm to anyone who is going through difficult times in their life!

  • Review

    by Google
    5.00
    5 reviews  

    I have known Lara Abuzeid Personally & Professionally. Lara and her staff has assisted my family & friends without hesitation at a moment's notice. As a Lawyer, she is a TRUE professional who treats clients as FAMILY... Professionally, I've worked with several Law Firms nationwide and dealing with Lara Abuzeid and her staff has been a blessing in disguise. To me personally & professionally, Abuzeid Law is not only extremely ethical and professional, it is my goto Law firm to represent my family and I personally and professionally...

  • Review

    by Google
    5.00
    5 reviews  

    I've been a client of Abuzeid Law Firm for several years for both personal and Business related Attorney services. Lara Abuzeid is not your average lawyer because she cares deeply about her clients and works hard to ensure they obtain the outcome they want and deserve. I highly recommend Lara.

  • Review

    by Google
    5.00
    5 reviews  

    Lara is the best attorney in town! She helps me with my business in Surrogacy and I couldn't be more happy with her attention to detail and diligence in handling everything I need. I highly recommend her if you need a great attorney in Temecula Valley

  • Review

    by Google
    5.00
    5 reviews  

    I had the absolute best experience at Abuzeid Law. She was super helpful and it was easy to tell she was there to help me. The entire staff js friendly and family like, so it is a very welcoming environment! I definitely recommend going to see her with any of your needs

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Edward G Topolski 

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Attorney Edward Topolski delivers only the top-quality representation for his divorce and family law clients. He mainly handles cases that include alimony, child abduction, child protective services, child custody, domestic violence, and conservatorship. Attorney Edward Topolski is an accomplished and valued member of the International Network to Promote the Rule of Law and the Association of Family and Conciliation Courts. Attorney Edward Topolski has previously earned the American Institute of Legal Advocates - Top Ten Award and Lawyers of Distinction - Nationwide Top Ten Percent of Lawyers awards. A divorce and family law attorney for almost 26 years, Attorney Edward Topolski will guide you through your difficult time with determination and reliability.

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Review

by Google
4.70
27 reviews  

Great guy, very kind, understanding and professional. Not too many like him. He made by bankruptcy process a breeze. Highly recommend him.

Didn’t listen. Was horrible to my mother and I. We got there right at 2pm and the door was locked. When he finally answered, he was rude and rushed us through the consult. He was condescending and Made my mom feel like a criminal because of the debts she owed. She cried when we left. This is the most unprofessional and worst experience with an attorney ever.

Ed Topolski is exactly what his reviews say he is. He is very sympathetic, he is definitely not all about the money, if he feels you can take care of your problem with nothing more than advice from him. He will gladly tell you. He makes you feel very comfortable, at the same time very professional. I have and will recommend him

Awesome. Not your typical Lawyer. Not about $$ he cares about finding a solution that works to make your life better

Ed was more than helpful and I would recommend him!

  • Review

    by Google
    4.70
    5 reviews  

    Great guy, very kind, understanding and professional. Not too many like him. He made by bankruptcy process a breeze. Highly recommend him.

  • Review

    by Google
    4.70
    5 reviews  

    Didn’t listen. Was horrible to my mother and I. We got there right at 2pm and the door was locked. When he finally answered, he was rude and rushed us through the consult. He was condescending and Made my mom feel like a criminal because of the debts she owed. She cried when we left. This is the most unprofessional and worst experience with an attorney ever.

  • Review

    by Google
    4.70
    5 reviews  

    Ed Topolski is exactly what his reviews say he is. He is very sympathetic, he is definitely not all about the money, if he feels you can take care of your problem with nothing more than advice from him. He will gladly tell you. He makes you feel very comfortable, at the same time very professional. I have and will recommend him

  • Review

    by Google
    4.70
    5 reviews  

    Awesome. Not your typical Lawyer. Not about $$ he cares about finding a solution that works to make your life better

  • Review

    by Google
    4.70
    5 reviews  

    Ed was more than helpful and I would recommend him!

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Lloyd S Costales  

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No matter how amicable or complex your divorce and family law matter is, Attorney Lloyd S Costales is able to assist. Attorney Lloyd S. Costales has fostered particularly favorable results for families facing divorce, child custody, and child support cases. Attorney Lloyd S. Costales’s noteworthy accomplishments have led to his receipt of the American Institute of Family Law Attorneys - 10 Best Law Firms in Client Satisfaction award. A well-respected divorce and family law attorney, Attorney Lloyd S. Costales began his legal career after graduating from the New York Law School. Attorney Lloyd S. Costales has developed his divorce and family law practice as one of the most trusted in the US.

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Review

by Google
3.70
9 reviews  

Lloyd helped me with the family law settlement case. Here are few things I liked about him: 1. He is professional. He has calm demeanor. 2. He doesn't bring his own emotions into the settlement. He keeps it logical and practical. This quality is very important for family law settlement divorce attorney, because everyone have their own set of circumstances and they want to settle their dispute based on those life-situations. Lloyd never tried to force his opinion or popular society opinion on me. He respected my personal preferences and my life situations. 3. He made me well aware about my rights. He didn't hide anything from me. This was very important, because when we don't know about our rights, we let popular society opinion dictate our decisions. In fact, he answered my questions to my satisfaction, in his first meeting only (which was a free consultation. He was not being paid for it, still he answered all questions, made me aware about my rights, made me aware about the law and order boundaries). In fact, due to this, he won me as his client. And in the end, the final settlement happened amicably. Thanks again for your help Lloyd.

I have known Mr. Costales for years since we both practice family law in Riverside and San Diego. Mr. Costales has handled many of my hearings since 2019. I trust Mr. Costales to take care of my client's cases when I cannot be there. Mr. Costales has never let me down, nor my/our clients. Mr. Costales has always been more than prepared for all our hearings, and trials. Thank you for all your help and knowledge!

BUYER BE WARE, HE WILL SPEND YOUR MONEY, AND DO NOTHING FOR YOU, SHOW UP TO COURT UNPREPARED AND CHARGE YOU , HORRIBLE , HORRIBLE, HORRIBLE, SAVE YOUR MONEY

Lloyd helped me with my divorce and was responsive to any question that I had. No question was a dumb question, and I appreciated that he would break things down for me so I could understand the process-step by step. I highly recommend him as I have already referred people to him because of my overall positive experience.

Horrible lawyer to hire. Unprofessional, he will take your money and do nothing to help.

  • Review

    by Google
    3.70
    5 reviews  

    Lloyd helped me with the family law settlement case. Here are few things I liked about him: 1. He is professional. He has calm demeanor. 2. He doesn't bring his own emotions into the settlement. He keeps it logical and practical. This quality is very important for family law settlement divorce attorney, because everyone have their own set of circumstances and they want to settle their dispute based on those life-situations. Lloyd never tried to force his opinion or popular society opinion on me. He respected my personal preferences and my life situations. 3. He made me well aware about my rights. He didn't hide anything from me. This was very important, because when we don't know about our rights, we let popular society opinion dictate our decisions. In fact, he answered my questions to my satisfaction, in his first meeting only (which was a free consultation. He was not being paid for it, still he answered all questions, made me aware about my rights, made me aware about the law and order boundaries). In fact, due to this, he won me as his client. And in the end, the final settlement happened amicably. Thanks again for your help Lloyd.

  • Review

    by Google
    3.70
    5 reviews  

    I have known Mr. Costales for years since we both practice family law in Riverside and San Diego. Mr. Costales has handled many of my hearings since 2019. I trust Mr. Costales to take care of my client's cases when I cannot be there. Mr. Costales has never let me down, nor my/our clients. Mr. Costales has always been more than prepared for all our hearings, and trials. Thank you for all your help and knowledge!

  • Review

    by Google
    3.70
    5 reviews  

    BUYER BE WARE, HE WILL SPEND YOUR MONEY, AND DO NOTHING FOR YOU, SHOW UP TO COURT UNPREPARED AND CHARGE YOU , HORRIBLE , HORRIBLE, HORRIBLE, SAVE YOUR MONEY

  • Review

    by Google
    3.70
    5 reviews  

    Lloyd helped me with my divorce and was responsive to any question that I had. No question was a dumb question, and I appreciated that he would break things down for me so I could understand the process-step by step. I highly recommend him as I have already referred people to him because of my overall positive experience.

  • Review

    by Google
    3.70
    5 reviews  

    Horrible lawyer to hire. Unprofessional, he will take your money and do nothing to help.

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Martin Raymond Bender 

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A highly acclaimed divorce and family law advocate, Attorney Martin Bender possesses the determination and drive to fight for his clients in and out of the courtroom. Attorney Martin Bender is determined to provide only the best guidance for his clients, who are dealing with matters of divorce, child custody, child protective services, and child support. To receive assistance from a well-qualified attorney who is ready to assist you in your divorce and family law case, reach out to Attorney Martin Bender.

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Review

by Google
4.40
35 reviews  

Contacting me one time to get my money haven't heard back from them in one month then they had someone else call me and tell me something different avoiding me for a week. Told me what I wanted to hear just to get my money and did nothing for me after that. Continue to lie to me telling me they didn't have my email which they have sent several since then continue to lie to me and say that they will call me back a week later and still have not done so. My case is not a big case but it's an easy open shut case and they still with that did not show me any type of Professional Service or courtesy of contacting me. Another wolf in sheep's clothing

0 stars if I could. REALLY!!!! Hiring this law firm was the biggest mistake I could have ever made. They should not have taken my case. They were good upfront until they got my money and went through it. Molly, my paralegal, was horrible. She was unresponsive and couldn't answer any of my questions, but I was charged for every phone call and every email. I was dealing more with Molly and getting no where rather speaking to the attorney I hired. I requested a refund or a partial refund and they denied it and sent me an inflated itemized list. Take your money and run if you could help it. These people should not be practicing law. Mike Bender was useless and almost missed my court date, can you believe it. He should be disbarred. Might file a bar complaint. Reach out to me if you have the same experience and let's share notes. Of course I did not use my real name for my confidentiality. I do not trust you guys. You stole money from me and did not deliver on your promise. I am shocked that you guys are still in business. You can hide behind your nice comments, but what you guys did to my case is unethical and unprofessional. You should not have accepted my case in the first place. I will be suing you.

I have been with this law firm since 2013. My case has been lengthy. This firm has done so much for me and my family and continues to provide great recommendations, customer service and is great at speedy responses. I would recommend Grey Legal Group to anyone as they are trustworthy, quick, honest and willing to go as far as it takes. Thank you Grey Legal Team!

Hands down, The Grey Legal Group is one of the best family law firms in Southern California! They have a great reputation and they are known for their EXCELLENT customer service, legal work, and results. I highly recommend them and I wouldn't hesitate to refer them to my friends or loved ones looking for a family law firm that provides outstanding legal representation.

I am so impressed with the attorneys at Grey Legal Group. As an attorney, I have very high standards regarding the quality of legal services I demand for my clients. I appreciate the quality of information, zealous advocacy and compassionate professional service they offer. My clients are in good hand with Grey Legal Group.

  • Review

    by Google
    4.40
    5 reviews  

    Contacting me one time to get my money haven't heard back from them in one month then they had someone else call me and tell me something different avoiding me for a week. Told me what I wanted to hear just to get my money and did nothing for me after that. Continue to lie to me telling me they didn't have my email which they have sent several since then continue to lie to me and say that they will call me back a week later and still have not done so. My case is not a big case but it's an easy open shut case and they still with that did not show me any type of Professional Service or courtesy of contacting me. Another wolf in sheep's clothing

  • Review

    by Google
    4.40
    5 reviews  

    0 stars if I could. REALLY!!!! Hiring this law firm was the biggest mistake I could have ever made. They should not have taken my case. They were good upfront until they got my money and went through it. Molly, my paralegal, was horrible. She was unresponsive and couldn't answer any of my questions, but I was charged for every phone call and every email. I was dealing more with Molly and getting no where rather speaking to the attorney I hired. I requested a refund or a partial refund and they denied it and sent me an inflated itemized list. Take your money and run if you could help it. These people should not be practicing law. Mike Bender was useless and almost missed my court date, can you believe it. He should be disbarred. Might file a bar complaint. Reach out to me if you have the same experience and let's share notes. Of course I did not use my real name for my confidentiality. I do not trust you guys. You stole money from me and did not deliver on your promise. I am shocked that you guys are still in business. You can hide behind your nice comments, but what you guys did to my case is unethical and unprofessional. You should not have accepted my case in the first place. I will be suing you.

  • Review

    by Google
    4.40
    5 reviews  

    I have been with this law firm since 2013. My case has been lengthy. This firm has done so much for me and my family and continues to provide great recommendations, customer service and is great at speedy responses. I would recommend Grey Legal Group to anyone as they are trustworthy, quick, honest and willing to go as far as it takes. Thank you Grey Legal Team!

  • Review

    by Google
    4.40
    5 reviews  

    Hands down, The Grey Legal Group is one of the best family law firms in Southern California! They have a great reputation and they are known for their EXCELLENT customer service, legal work, and results. I highly recommend them and I wouldn't hesitate to refer them to my friends or loved ones looking for a family law firm that provides outstanding legal representation.

  • Review

    by Google
    4.40
    5 reviews  

    I am so impressed with the attorneys at Grey Legal Group. As an attorney, I have very high standards regarding the quality of legal services I demand for my clients. I appreciate the quality of information, zealous advocacy and compassionate professional service they offer. My clients are in good hand with Grey Legal Group.

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Frank J Prainito 

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When you hire Attorney Frank Prainito, you may feel relieved to know he will be by your side every step of the way. Attorney Frank Prainito helps with conflicts stemming from child support, divorce, grandparent's rights, father's rights, domestic violence, and prenuptial agreements. For his success in the field of divorce and family law, Attorney Frank Prainito has earned the American Institute of Trial Lawyers - Litigator of the Year and National Academy of Family Lawyers Association - Top 10 under 40 awards. If you are looking for aggressive representation for your divorce and family law matter, then call Attorney Frank Prainito's office now!

 Website justia.com

Review

by Google
4.00
12 reviews  

Prainito was amazing from the start to finish. Talking to him at the initial consultation was reassuring since he was very knowledgeable regarding the topic of my case. Even after going forward to hiring him as our lawyer, he continued to be very responsive via emails, which I totally appreciate! Kept me updated every step of the way. Thanks Prainito!

We are so grateful that we were referred to Frank Prainito by a friend! He quickly drew up a will, trust, durable power of attorney, & arranged all the paperwork for Quitclaim Deeds in two different counties. He did it all 2 days after our meeting. He was always there when we had questions or concerns, even when we interrupted him during a meeting. He helping us through this difficult time with wisdom, tact, & professionalism!

We are so grateful that we were referred to Frank Prainito by a friend! He quickly drew up a will, trust, durable power of attorney, & arranged all the paperwork for Quitclaim Deeds in two different counties. He did it all 2 days after our meeting. He was always there when we had questions or concerns, even when we interrupted him during a meeting. Thank you for helping us through this difficult time with wisdom, tact, & professionalism!

I retained Mr. Prainito for a very complex divorce and I highly recommend his services. He was willing to fight for what I wanted in the outcome of the divorce, and constantly gave me advice of how to interact with my ex. My divorce was such a hard and emotional experience to go through, and Mr. Prainito was very aware of the emotional stresses I had, and was very good and helpful with guiding me through this experience. He would always prepare me for our court appearances, helping me settle my worries. He was extremely knowledgeable and kept me informed throughout the entire process, and was worth every penny!

Mr. Prainito's initial consultation with me was lengthy and reasonably priced. He spent a lot of time listening to the facts of my case and then reviewing the process. I felt comfortable hiring him as he seemed to understand the issues of the case, my concerns and was very experienced in handling child support matters. More importantly I was happy with the outcome of my case as he won me a significant decrease in child support payments.

  • Review

    by Google
    4.00
    5 reviews  

    Prainito was amazing from the start to finish. Talking to him at the initial consultation was reassuring since he was very knowledgeable regarding the topic of my case. Even after going forward to hiring him as our lawyer, he continued to be very responsive via emails, which I totally appreciate! Kept me updated every step of the way. Thanks Prainito!

  • Review

    by Google
    4.00
    5 reviews  

    We are so grateful that we were referred to Frank Prainito by a friend! He quickly drew up a will, trust, durable power of attorney, & arranged all the paperwork for Quitclaim Deeds in two different counties. He did it all 2 days after our meeting. He was always there when we had questions or concerns, even when we interrupted him during a meeting. He helping us through this difficult time with wisdom, tact, & professionalism!

  • Review

    by Google
    4.00
    5 reviews  

    We are so grateful that we were referred to Frank Prainito by a friend! He quickly drew up a will, trust, durable power of attorney, & arranged all the paperwork for Quitclaim Deeds in two different counties. He did it all 2 days after our meeting. He was always there when we had questions or concerns, even when we interrupted him during a meeting. Thank you for helping us through this difficult time with wisdom, tact, & professionalism!

  • Review

    by Google
    4.00
    5 reviews  

    I retained Mr. Prainito for a very complex divorce and I highly recommend his services. He was willing to fight for what I wanted in the outcome of the divorce, and constantly gave me advice of how to interact with my ex. My divorce was such a hard and emotional experience to go through, and Mr. Prainito was very aware of the emotional stresses I had, and was very good and helpful with guiding me through this experience. He would always prepare me for our court appearances, helping me settle my worries. He was extremely knowledgeable and kept me informed throughout the entire process, and was worth every penny!

  • Review

    by Google
    4.00
    5 reviews  

    Mr. Prainito's initial consultation with me was lengthy and reasonably priced. He spent a lot of time listening to the facts of my case and then reviewing the process. I felt comfortable hiring him as he seemed to understand the issues of the case, my concerns and was very experienced in handling child support matters. More importantly I was happy with the outcome of my case as he won me a significant decrease in child support payments.

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William Bratton 

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No matter how amicable or complex your divorce and family law matter is, Attorney William Bratton is able to assist. Within his practice, Attorney William Bratton represents those who are facing conflicts with property division, child support, child custody, and divorce. With memberships in the American Bar Association and the National Bar Association, Attorney William Bratton is easily one of the top attorneys to handle your divorce and family law case. Attorney William Bratton’s noteworthy accomplishments have led to his receipt of the Super Lawyer and National Advocates - Top 100 Lawyers awards. A Western State University College of Law graduate, Attorney William Bratton understands the stress associated with any divorce and family law complication and will provide supportive and reliable representation for his clients during their time of need. If you are looking for aggressive representation for your divorce and family law matter, then call Attorney William Bratton's office now!

Fee Structure: NO WIN NO FEE

 Website justia.com

Review

by Google
4.60
64 reviews  

Mr. Razo recently represented me in a post-judgement trial that concluded in almost 3 times the support I was originally awarded, as well as, my ex having to pay a LARGE amount of my attorney fees. Mr. Razo is professional, prepared, compassionate, and thorough. He responds promptly to emails, phone calls and is always knowledgeable about my case. I never felt like just another client. While I cannot promise the same outcome in any other case, I can promise that if Mr. Razo is representing you, you will have the best chance with him as your attorney. I am HIGHLY recommending Bratton, Razo & Lord for any of your Family Law needs.

Great Service for a Difficult Time… 5.0 stars Posted by Seena July 7, 2021 Going in for a consultation with William Bratton was the best step I took at a very difficult time in my life. Getting a lawyer is expensive and stressful and for a divorce it is awful. However, William Bratton was kind and understanding as well as honest and up front about what had to be done for the best outcome for me and my kids. His expertise and clear communication helped me see that the complications of child custody, support, and finances would be dealt with efficiently, professionally, and with as minimal stress and drama as possible. My outcome was as good as it could be and I am glad I trusted William Bratton.

When I retained Mr. Bratton I had very high expectation. Right off the start Mr. Bratton was honest and up front with me. As my custody and visitation case moved along Mr. Bratton was always available and at my disposal. His aggressive demeanor in the court room was exactly what was needed to establish the sincerity of the need for my child in my life. Mr. Bratton and his office staff were empathetic and sincere the entire time. In the end I was awarded the custody I deserved and I was fully satisfied with Mr. Bratton's services. If you need a lawyer that is efficient and dedicated I highly recommend Mr. Bratton.

Working with Mr Razo and his team was just amazing. They made the entire legal process easy to understand and assisted with every step in the process. Mr Razo was great at explaining what the next steps were and I felt like I was part of the process. He and his team represented my family and I better than I could have ever hoped for. Mr Razo and his team are amazing and took great care of us.

I retained Mike Razo as my attorney in my Divorce. I consulted with a few attorneys, but Mr. Razo had a far better understanding of the unique issues of my case, in particular the financial nuances involved in separating our assets and debts that were entangled from our 10-year marriage. We had one particular asset that required specialized knowledge. Emotions were running very high and I could not have handled this matter without him. He was always available and extremely knowledgeable. He kept me from agreeing to things that were against my best interest. I would recommend Mike Razo and highly recommend you retain him at the onset of your divorce or separation so that you don't make any decisions that go against your best interest. Thank you, Mike, for helping me through one of the toughest experiences of my life.

  • Review

    by Google
    4.60
    5 reviews  

    Mr. Razo recently represented me in a post-judgement trial that concluded in almost 3 times the support I was originally awarded, as well as, my ex having to pay a LARGE amount of my attorney fees. Mr. Razo is professional, prepared, compassionate, and thorough. He responds promptly to emails, phone calls and is always knowledgeable about my case. I never felt like just another client. While I cannot promise the same outcome in any other case, I can promise that if Mr. Razo is representing you, you will have the best chance with him as your attorney. I am HIGHLY recommending Bratton, Razo & Lord for any of your Family Law needs.

  • Review

    by Google
    4.60
    5 reviews  

    Great Service for a Difficult Time… 5.0 stars Posted by Seena July 7, 2021 Going in for a consultation with William Bratton was the best step I took at a very difficult time in my life. Getting a lawyer is expensive and stressful and for a divorce it is awful. However, William Bratton was kind and understanding as well as honest and up front about what had to be done for the best outcome for me and my kids. His expertise and clear communication helped me see that the complications of child custody, support, and finances would be dealt with efficiently, professionally, and with as minimal stress and drama as possible. My outcome was as good as it could be and I am glad I trusted William Bratton.

  • Review

    by Google
    4.60
    5 reviews  

    When I retained Mr. Bratton I had very high expectation. Right off the start Mr. Bratton was honest and up front with me. As my custody and visitation case moved along Mr. Bratton was always available and at my disposal. His aggressive demeanor in the court room was exactly what was needed to establish the sincerity of the need for my child in my life. Mr. Bratton and his office staff were empathetic and sincere the entire time. In the end I was awarded the custody I deserved and I was fully satisfied with Mr. Bratton's services. If you need a lawyer that is efficient and dedicated I highly recommend Mr. Bratton.

  • Review

    by Google
    4.60
    5 reviews  

    Working with Mr Razo and his team was just amazing. They made the entire legal process easy to understand and assisted with every step in the process. Mr Razo was great at explaining what the next steps were and I felt like I was part of the process. He and his team represented my family and I better than I could have ever hoped for. Mr Razo and his team are amazing and took great care of us.

  • Review

    by Google
    4.60
    5 reviews  

    I retained Mike Razo as my attorney in my Divorce. I consulted with a few attorneys, but Mr. Razo had a far better understanding of the unique issues of my case, in particular the financial nuances involved in separating our assets and debts that were entangled from our 10-year marriage. We had one particular asset that required specialized knowledge. Emotions were running very high and I could not have handled this matter without him. He was always available and extremely knowledgeable. He kept me from agreeing to things that were against my best interest. I would recommend Mike Razo and highly recommend you retain him at the onset of your divorce or separation so that you don't make any decisions that go against your best interest. Thank you, Mike, for helping me through one of the toughest experiences of my life.

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