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H.f. Layton  

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When you are struggling with a difficult divorce and family law issue, reach out to the attorney who has the necessary experience to determine your best course of action. Attorney H.F. Layton's common areas of concentration include child custody, child support, divorce, spousal support, prenuptial agreements, and postnuptial agreements. Before securing his position as one of the best divorce and family law attorneys, Attorney H.F. Layton graduated from the Loyola Law School, Loyola Marymount University. In order to secure the proper representation you deserve during one of the most difficult times of your life, contact Attorney H.F. Layton today!

Fee Structure: Serving Contra Costa County and the Greater Bay Area

 Website justia.com

Review

by Google
4.40
7 reviews  

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!!!!

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

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.

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!!!

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.

  • Review

    by Google
    4.40
    5 reviews  

    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!!!!

  • Review

    by Google
    4.40
    5 reviews  

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

  • Review

    by Google
    4.40
    5 reviews  

    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.

  • Review

    by Google
    4.40
    5 reviews  

    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!!!

  • Review

    by Google
    4.40
    5 reviews  

    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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Karen S Brown  

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In times of family turmoil, rely on the expertise of one of the best attorneys in the business. Although Attorney Karen S. Brown covers all aspects of divorce and family law, her more common cases consist of divorce, family law appeals, child custody, and child support. Recognized as one of the best in the field of divorce and family law, Attorney Karen S. Brown has received several high accolades, such as the American Institute of Family Law Attorneys - 10 Best Law Firms in Client Satisfaction. Attorney Karen S. Brown is privy to the emotional element of divorce and family law and applies her New York Law School education to properly representing her divorce clients. For your initial consultation with a determined attorney who will fight in your corner, call Attorney Karen S. Brown's office now.

 Website

Review

by Google
4.20
5 reviews  

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

  • Review

    by Google
    4.20
    5 reviews  

    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.

  • Review

    by Google
    4.20
    5 reviews  

    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.

  • Review

    by Google
    4.20
    5 reviews  

    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.

  • Review

    by Google
    4.20
    5 reviews  

    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.

  • Review

    by Google
    4.20
    5 reviews  

    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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Joseph Land 

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When you hire Attorney Joseph Land, you may feel confident that your divorce and family law case will be handled by an accomplished attorney. Attorney Joseph Land focuses on matters involving divorce, child custody, child support, domestic violence, father's rights, and grandparent's rights. Attorney Joseph Land is a member of several prestigious legal organizations, including the American Bar Foundation. A William & Mary Law School graduate, Attorney Joseph Land 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 wish to hire an attorney who is passionate about his career, then call Attorney Joseph Land, the attorney who cares.

 Website

Review

by Google
4.90
82 reviews  

I have nothing but good things to say about the land legal group. They were very attentive and helpful when i was going through a tough time with my family. The Land legal group treats you as if you are it's top priority, always promptly responding to issues and concerns. Joseph Land gives his clients the attention they deserve and gets the results you want. I highly recommend the land legal group for any family law issues.

I had a consult with Mr. Land and we was super kind and generous with his time. I called him up on a random Tuesday and he spent the time necessary with me to flesh out my legal issue. I was truly impressed with his professionalism and energy. Thank you so much!

I am so blessed I found Joe. Since day one he was very patient, helpful, understanding, took his time to answer all my questions and concerns. Everything he told me he did and much more. He helped me through a very difficult process. I would definitely recommend Joe to anyone out there looking for an attorney. He is smart, a hard worker that brings a great outcome to your case. Joe is so amazing and fights for you all the way. I was able to reunify with my son and have full custody again. Thank you Joe. He is ALWAYS AVAILABLE to answer his phone, text messages, etc as he dedicates his time to his clients. Thank you so much Joe for everything you have done and continue doing for me. I appreciate you Evelyn

Land Legal Group took my case when others wouldn't. I reached out to five other firms and Joseph was the only one who took interest in my case. My only regret is that I didn't engage his service sooner. I felt supported and respected throughout the case. It was great working with Joseph and Alexandria, their efforts on my behalf was appreciated. I was always informed of the process and what to expect. I completely trusted them. I highly recommend Land Legal Group and will recommend to anyone I know in need of legal service.

So grateful to have found Joseph Land and his team. He has helped me with my on going child custody case for years now, starting in 2017. The Staff is very friendly and your concerns are always addressed right away. They make you feel comfortable and helped in a very stressful situation. Important things get done quickly! Highly recommend!

  • Review

    by Google
    4.90
    5 reviews  

    I have nothing but good things to say about the land legal group. They were very attentive and helpful when i was going through a tough time with my family. The Land legal group treats you as if you are it's top priority, always promptly responding to issues and concerns. Joseph Land gives his clients the attention they deserve and gets the results you want. I highly recommend the land legal group for any family law issues.

  • Review

    by Google
    4.90
    5 reviews  

    I had a consult with Mr. Land and we was super kind and generous with his time. I called him up on a random Tuesday and he spent the time necessary with me to flesh out my legal issue. I was truly impressed with his professionalism and energy. Thank you so much!

  • Review

    by Google
    4.90
    5 reviews  

    I am so blessed I found Joe. Since day one he was very patient, helpful, understanding, took his time to answer all my questions and concerns. Everything he told me he did and much more. He helped me through a very difficult process. I would definitely recommend Joe to anyone out there looking for an attorney. He is smart, a hard worker that brings a great outcome to your case. Joe is so amazing and fights for you all the way. I was able to reunify with my son and have full custody again. Thank you Joe. He is ALWAYS AVAILABLE to answer his phone, text messages, etc as he dedicates his time to his clients. Thank you so much Joe for everything you have done and continue doing for me. I appreciate you Evelyn

  • Review

    by Google
    4.90
    5 reviews  

    Land Legal Group took my case when others wouldn't. I reached out to five other firms and Joseph was the only one who took interest in my case. My only regret is that I didn't engage his service sooner. I felt supported and respected throughout the case. It was great working with Joseph and Alexandria, their efforts on my behalf was appreciated. I was always informed of the process and what to expect. I completely trusted them. I highly recommend Land Legal Group and will recommend to anyone I know in need of legal service.

  • Review

    by Google
    4.90
    5 reviews  

    So grateful to have found Joseph Land and his team. He has helped me with my on going child custody case for years now, starting in 2017. The Staff is very friendly and your concerns are always addressed right away. They make you feel comfortable and helped in a very stressful situation. Important things get done quickly! Highly recommend!

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Michael L. Whitmarsh 

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For nearly 5 years, Attorney Michael Whitmarsh has refined expertise in the area of divorce and family law. Driven to guarantee client satisfaction, Attorney Michael Whitmarsh is present for his clients at every stage of their divorce, child support, child custody, spousal support, domestic violence, and prenuptial agreements cases. Attorney Michael Whitmarsh earned his JD from Southwestern University's School of Law and has applied compassion and professionalism to every case he manages. Regardless of the nature of your family case, Attorney Michael Whitmarsh is prepared to assist.

 Website justia.com

Review

by Google
4.50
8 reviews  

Horrible service. Felt like he was on my husbands side the whole time. Wasted $5000 on nothing. I had to keep calling to see what was happening with my case. Could not confine in him. Charged me for ridiculous work, calls and emails. I ended up going back with my husband and stopped the divorce/case. I suggest a real lawyer. My husbands, Gille Kaye Law Group, PC . Pasadena CA. Great people nice and actually wanna do the work and help. They even gave back my husband his half deposit back $2,700. Unlike these people rip off, there only in it for the money.

We had multiple cases to face while Michael was representing me, and we literally won all of them. He maintained good communication an always worked with me when it came to money. Not once did he stress me about paying him etc. He fought for my daughter and I, and I could not thank him enough. It was a very stressful situation for many reasons, and having Michael represent me made me feel at ease, ESPECIALLY after the first hearing and seeing how well he prepped etc. We went up against a “high rated” attorney etc with a great amount of experience, and it looked like Michael was the one with decades of experience and confidence. I highly recommend Michael! Thank you all from Michael to his amazing office staff! This year battle has finally concluded because of a job well done!

Michael and his team are exemplary professionals. Michael listens intently to his client's needs, and acts with compassion and sincerity. Michael delivers practical, no-nonsense advice. He is very good at what he does, and has a great team around him. They will take care of you.

I cannot speak highly enough of Whitmarsh Family Law. Michael has continuously gone above and beyond to provide the best service for me. When I first retained Michael as my attorney I was in a really tough spot and needed some legal help on an extremely tight timeline. He was able to make time for me right away and I was in his office preparing paperwork and within a couple hours of contacting him. He continued to work on my case well into the evening to make sure that everything was done correctly and ready to be filed with the court in the morning. He walked me through the process step by step and made sure I understood and was comfortable with each decision. He has continued to provide this level of service for almost 2 years now as my case continues to progress. He promptly responds to any emails or calls and is very good about checking in with me from time to time to make sure I don’t have any questions or need anything. From his work it is obvious the amount of care and attention he puts into everything he does. I have been impressed with his skills when arguing in court, his writing skills, and his overall ability to see the big picture of a case and formulate a long term strategy that best serves me. He spent several long days in the courtroom with me on my case and having him arguing my side made me feel comfortable and certain that I was going to get the best possible result.

I needed help with my custody case and found Michael Whitmarsh after a long list of searches. I went for a consult and asked as much questions about his experience and history with similar cases. I found Michael to be very knowledgeable and professional. Michael has been very helpful with my case year after year.

  • Review

    by Google
    4.50
    5 reviews  

    Horrible service. Felt like he was on my husbands side the whole time. Wasted $5000 on nothing. I had to keep calling to see what was happening with my case. Could not confine in him. Charged me for ridiculous work, calls and emails. I ended up going back with my husband and stopped the divorce/case. I suggest a real lawyer. My husbands, Gille Kaye Law Group, PC . Pasadena CA. Great people nice and actually wanna do the work and help. They even gave back my husband his half deposit back $2,700. Unlike these people rip off, there only in it for the money.

  • Review

    by Google
    4.50
    5 reviews  

    We had multiple cases to face while Michael was representing me, and we literally won all of them. He maintained good communication an always worked with me when it came to money. Not once did he stress me about paying him etc. He fought for my daughter and I, and I could not thank him enough. It was a very stressful situation for many reasons, and having Michael represent me made me feel at ease, ESPECIALLY after the first hearing and seeing how well he prepped etc. We went up against a “high rated” attorney etc with a great amount of experience, and it looked like Michael was the one with decades of experience and confidence. I highly recommend Michael! Thank you all from Michael to his amazing office staff! This year battle has finally concluded because of a job well done!

  • Review

    by Google
    4.50
    5 reviews  

    Michael and his team are exemplary professionals. Michael listens intently to his client's needs, and acts with compassion and sincerity. Michael delivers practical, no-nonsense advice. He is very good at what he does, and has a great team around him. They will take care of you.

  • Review

    by Google
    4.50
    5 reviews  

    I cannot speak highly enough of Whitmarsh Family Law. Michael has continuously gone above and beyond to provide the best service for me. When I first retained Michael as my attorney I was in a really tough spot and needed some legal help on an extremely tight timeline. He was able to make time for me right away and I was in his office preparing paperwork and within a couple hours of contacting him. He continued to work on my case well into the evening to make sure that everything was done correctly and ready to be filed with the court in the morning. He walked me through the process step by step and made sure I understood and was comfortable with each decision. He has continued to provide this level of service for almost 2 years now as my case continues to progress. He promptly responds to any emails or calls and is very good about checking in with me from time to time to make sure I don’t have any questions or need anything. From his work it is obvious the amount of care and attention he puts into everything he does. I have been impressed with his skills when arguing in court, his writing skills, and his overall ability to see the big picture of a case and formulate a long term strategy that best serves me. He spent several long days in the courtroom with me on my case and having him arguing my side made me feel comfortable and certain that I was going to get the best possible result.

  • Review

    by Google
    4.50
    5 reviews  

    I needed help with my custody case and found Michael Whitmarsh after a long list of searches. I went for a consult and asked as much questions about his experience and history with similar cases. I found Michael to be very knowledgeable and professional. Michael has been very helpful with my case year after year.

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Warren Robert Shiell 

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A top family attorney in his field, Attorney Warren Robert Shiell is well-equipped to represent you in your time of need. Attorney Warren Robert Shiell is an asset in the field of divorce and family law and has handled cases involving child custody, business divorce, child support, adoption, surrogacy, and tax consequences of divorce. Attorney Warren Robert Shiell holds memberships with the Lawyers Club and the Iranian American Bar Association. Attorney Warren Robert Shiell is the proud recipient of the National Association of Distinguished Counsel - Top 1% of Attorneys in the Nation and National Institute for Trial Advocacy Certificate of Appreciation awards. To make sure all of your divorce and family law concerns are taken care of, call Attorney Warren Robert Shiell now!

 Website

Review

by Google
4.30
6 reviews  

WOW is the first word that comes to mind about Warren.  I had a tough case fighting for custody of my teenager.  It is hard to enforce custody orders when your child is older and it was imperative to have enforceable orders as the clock was running out.  His orders along with Ex Parte's to get the job done in the shortest time we could do, were amazing.  Warren knew just the orders to ask for that were enforceable.  If you are coming from your heart as a parent for the best interest of your child, taking steps towards that goal consistently and with determination. Warren can help you move forward as soon as possible for the best interest of your child.  I highly recommend him so very much!! I highly recommend him so very much!!

Warren did a fine job. I think we worked together, and communicated well, as a team. We established three or four key points. Gathered facts and data, and presented those in very clear, almost irrefutable Exhibits. Being as highly motivated as I was to win this case, I was willing to put in whatever hours were needed to generate documents that supported the arguments as Mr. Shiell indicated. All in all, the outcome was better than I had hoped.

Warren is conscientious, reliable, intelligent, and professional. He did great work for me and I'd happily work with him again in the future. He explained everything to me clearly in terms I could understand, and followed through with excellent results. His knowledge and experience in family law is unrivaled - some of his work has become case law! In fact, the lawyer on the other side of the table clearly respected Warren very highly, which helped resolve things very quickly and effectively.

Warren Shiell did an excellent job representing me. He clearly knows his subject matter inside and out, and is highly articulate in his arguments. I found him to be not only very responsive but also proactive, as well as reliable and easy to work with. I would highly recommend Warren in any matter regarding family law. He is very smart, an expert in the field and an excellent person to have on your side.

I hired Warren Shiell to deal with a relatively straightforward matter involving the renegotiation of the final stages of my divorce agreement. While the legal aspects were not complicated, I needed someone who could help me plan out a strategy in advance (I came to him almost six months before a deadline mandated in the agreement) and be sensitive to the psychology of the situation. I’m sorry to report he was inattentive both to the case and to the notes I gave him about dealing with my ex, was difficult to reach, called out of the blue only when it suited him, failed to draft a proposal letter as I repeatedly ask him to do and then, with just a few weeks to go before deadline, disappeared on vacation for a month without any forewarning. The one document he produced was a strategy sheet, which largely reproduced work done by a forensic accountant (for which I had paid separately) and proved to be almost entirely unusable after I hired a new – fabulous, efficient, attentive and effective – attorney. After I dismissed him, it took him more than a month to provide a final billing and a check for the balance of my retainer, and then only after repeated reminders that became necessarily more insistent. In the wake of his dismissal, he charged three times as much for the last month as he had for previous four. He insisted he had charged me correctly for the work he put in, but I saw scant evidence that that was the case. I was deeply disappointed because Mr. Shiell came warmly recommended as a tough but fair-minded divorce lawyer who charged reasonable rates and gave clients their money’s worth. That was not my experience, on any front. Perhaps he didn’t find my case all that interesting. If so, he should have turned me down and/or referred me elsewhere, not wasted my time and my money. Others beware.

  • Review

    by Google
    4.30
    5 reviews  

    WOW is the first word that comes to mind about Warren.  I had a tough case fighting for custody of my teenager.  It is hard to enforce custody orders when your child is older and it was imperative to have enforceable orders as the clock was running out.  His orders along with Ex Parte's to get the job done in the shortest time we could do, were amazing.  Warren knew just the orders to ask for that were enforceable.  If you are coming from your heart as a parent for the best interest of your child, taking steps towards that goal consistently and with determination. Warren can help you move forward as soon as possible for the best interest of your child.  I highly recommend him so very much!! I highly recommend him so very much!!

  • Review

    by Google
    4.30
    5 reviews  

    Warren did a fine job. I think we worked together, and communicated well, as a team. We established three or four key points. Gathered facts and data, and presented those in very clear, almost irrefutable Exhibits. Being as highly motivated as I was to win this case, I was willing to put in whatever hours were needed to generate documents that supported the arguments as Mr. Shiell indicated. All in all, the outcome was better than I had hoped.

  • Review

    by Google
    4.30
    5 reviews  

    Warren is conscientious, reliable, intelligent, and professional. He did great work for me and I'd happily work with him again in the future. He explained everything to me clearly in terms I could understand, and followed through with excellent results. His knowledge and experience in family law is unrivaled - some of his work has become case law! In fact, the lawyer on the other side of the table clearly respected Warren very highly, which helped resolve things very quickly and effectively.

  • Review

    by Google
    4.30
    5 reviews  

    Warren Shiell did an excellent job representing me. He clearly knows his subject matter inside and out, and is highly articulate in his arguments. I found him to be not only very responsive but also proactive, as well as reliable and easy to work with. I would highly recommend Warren in any matter regarding family law. He is very smart, an expert in the field and an excellent person to have on your side.

  • Review

    by Google
    4.30
    5 reviews  

    I hired Warren Shiell to deal with a relatively straightforward matter involving the renegotiation of the final stages of my divorce agreement. While the legal aspects were not complicated, I needed someone who could help me plan out a strategy in advance (I came to him almost six months before a deadline mandated in the agreement) and be sensitive to the psychology of the situation. I’m sorry to report he was inattentive both to the case and to the notes I gave him about dealing with my ex, was difficult to reach, called out of the blue only when it suited him, failed to draft a proposal letter as I repeatedly ask him to do and then, with just a few weeks to go before deadline, disappeared on vacation for a month without any forewarning. The one document he produced was a strategy sheet, which largely reproduced work done by a forensic accountant (for which I had paid separately) and proved to be almost entirely unusable after I hired a new – fabulous, efficient, attentive and effective – attorney. After I dismissed him, it took him more than a month to provide a final billing and a check for the balance of my retainer, and then only after repeated reminders that became necessarily more insistent. In the wake of his dismissal, he charged three times as much for the last month as he had for previous four. He insisted he had charged me correctly for the work he put in, but I saw scant evidence that that was the case. I was deeply disappointed because Mr. Shiell came warmly recommended as a tough but fair-minded divorce lawyer who charged reasonable rates and gave clients their money’s worth. That was not my experience, on any front. Perhaps he didn’t find my case all that interesting. If so, he should have turned me down and/or referred me elsewhere, not wasted my time and my money. Others beware.

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Jackie A. Abboud 

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Has your spouse abandoned you? Are you looking for a modification in child support? Are you disagreeing with your significant other concerning your property? Look no further, as Attorney Jackie A. Abboud is your key to recovery. Attorney Jackie A. Abboud helps with conflicts stemming from family law appeals and divorce. She also serves as a member of the American Association for Justice and the American Bar Association. Widely recognized for her commitment to her practice, Attorney Jackie A. Abboud has been featured as a Super Lawyer and Lawyers of Distinction - Nationwide Top Ten Percent of Lawyers award winner. Attorney Jackie A. Abboud earned her JD from Georgetown University's Law Center and has applied compassion and professionalism to every case she manages. To ensure your rights are protected by an experienced attorney, contact Attorney Jackie A. Abboud, the professional who has dedicated more than 19 years of her practice to helping families.

Fee Structure: Free Consultation Credit Cards Accepted

 Website justia.com

Review

by Google
5.00
23 reviews  

Best attorney ever! She is an amazing person. I found her based on her good reviews on google. I can’t believe what she has done for me so far. She knows everything and she is a very experienced attorney. I was totally lost, and she helped me to solve my problem. I had a divorce case with a bunch of narrow areas, but she helped me to finish that chaos. She is very responsible and loyal to her work. She won’t waste your time. She won’t charge you extra or for nothing.( this is a very important part, usually you get charges from your attorney and you don’t even know why!? But you won’t get that kind of experience from her.) I wish I had more space to write plenty of good things about her. She is awesome. I love her, and I feel she is one of my family members because she always cared about me and my family. Thank you Jacki, and wish the best for you.

Jackie is a Grate attorney, strong and know what she is doing, she working on my sister's complicated case, so we feel like we can rely on her and achieve right goals.

Jackie is the best attorney you can have by your side. She is very knowledgeable, caring and straight forward. I am very grateful that I found her for my case.

First off, Jackie A is the best lawyer I have worked with. My case got so messy to the point where multiple lawyers were involved before her, but she was amazing. She was honest and real about everything in my case. She definitely knows what she's doing and does it in a great way. I've recommended her to others and have heard nothing but the best about her. I would highly recommend her to anybody that needs a lawyer.

I was introduced to Jackie by her former client with high recommendation. Jackie took her time to explain the process by addressing all the issues I had. Jackie has helped me to navigate thru the divorce process by advising me what my expectations should be from the legal point of view by weeding out my emotional driven expectations. She kept me informed at every stages of the process. She communicated very well and replied to my phone calls promptly. I was able to witness Jackie’s ability to keep the legal fees at a minimum which was well integrated with her dedication to win the case in a timely manner. She is detail oriented, very knowledgeable, and skillful. Jackie is a lawyer I highly recommend for anyone going through a divorce. Thanks Jackie

  • Review

    by Google
    5.00
    5 reviews  

    Best attorney ever! She is an amazing person. I found her based on her good reviews on google. I can’t believe what she has done for me so far. She knows everything and she is a very experienced attorney. I was totally lost, and she helped me to solve my problem. I had a divorce case with a bunch of narrow areas, but she helped me to finish that chaos. She is very responsible and loyal to her work. She won’t waste your time. She won’t charge you extra or for nothing.( this is a very important part, usually you get charges from your attorney and you don’t even know why!? But you won’t get that kind of experience from her.) I wish I had more space to write plenty of good things about her. She is awesome. I love her, and I feel she is one of my family members because she always cared about me and my family. Thank you Jacki, and wish the best for you.

  • Review

    by Google
    5.00
    5 reviews  

    Jackie is a Grate attorney, strong and know what she is doing, she working on my sister's complicated case, so we feel like we can rely on her and achieve right goals.

  • Review

    by Google
    5.00
    5 reviews  

    Jackie is the best attorney you can have by your side. She is very knowledgeable, caring and straight forward. I am very grateful that I found her for my case.

  • Review

    by Google
    5.00
    5 reviews  

    First off, Jackie A is the best lawyer I have worked with. My case got so messy to the point where multiple lawyers were involved before her, but she was amazing. She was honest and real about everything in my case. She definitely knows what she's doing and does it in a great way. I've recommended her to others and have heard nothing but the best about her. I would highly recommend her to anybody that needs a lawyer.

  • Review

    by Google
    5.00
    5 reviews  

    I was introduced to Jackie by her former client with high recommendation. Jackie took her time to explain the process by addressing all the issues I had. Jackie has helped me to navigate thru the divorce process by advising me what my expectations should be from the legal point of view by weeding out my emotional driven expectations. She kept me informed at every stages of the process. She communicated very well and replied to my phone calls promptly. I was able to witness Jackie’s ability to keep the legal fees at a minimum which was well integrated with her dedication to win the case in a timely manner. She is detail oriented, very knowledgeable, and skillful. Jackie is a lawyer I highly recommend for anyone going through a divorce. Thanks Jackie

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Karie Boyd 

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In times of family turmoil, rely on the expertise of one of the best attorneys in the business. Attorney Karie Boyd is a skilled mediator who has shown success in guiding families toward amicable resolutions in the event of asset division, child custody, celebrity divorce, child abduction, and child custody disagreements. Attorney Karie Boyd holds memberships with several legal associations, including the American Bar Association and the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers. For her success in the field of divorce and family law, Attorney Karie Boyd has earned the Super Lawyers - Top 50 Women Lawyers and Super Lawyer awards. A well-respected divorce and family law attorney, Attorney Karie Boyd began her legal career after graduating from the California School of Law. To receive the representation you deserve, from the attorney who possesses the elevated knowledge needed to achieve favorable results, contact Attorney Karie Boyd today.

Fee Structure: NO WIN NO FEE

 Website

Review

by Google
4.30
11 reviews  

Karie Boyd and her team are some of the most amazing, caring lawyers out there. I have known her and her colleagues both as a colleague and as a client. I can't say enough good things. Honest, reliable, professional, and get the job done. They helped me with two separate issues and did it fast and in a very cost-effective way. Thank you, Boyd Law!

I cannot say enough to express my satisfaction and positive experience in regards to Boyd Law. My experience with Karie Boyd surpassed my expectations . She listened, cared, answered with detail, simplified the processes where I needed clarification, and was more responsive than I could have ever imagined. A true professional and top lawyer!

Very impressed! Karie and her team are super professional, fair prices, great energy and they actually care about me and my case. If you want someone hands-on and you want to win, call Boyd Law.

They stand by their clients and get the job done well! Divorce is stressful enough as it is, you need a lawyer who will help you, be there for you, and do it well. Hiring this firm to help me was the best decision I ever made.

Big thanks. We really appreciate your understanding. You are great.

  • Review

    by Google
    4.30
    5 reviews  

    Karie Boyd and her team are some of the most amazing, caring lawyers out there. I have known her and her colleagues both as a colleague and as a client. I can't say enough good things. Honest, reliable, professional, and get the job done. They helped me with two separate issues and did it fast and in a very cost-effective way. Thank you, Boyd Law!

  • Review

    by Google
    4.30
    5 reviews  

    I cannot say enough to express my satisfaction and positive experience in regards to Boyd Law. My experience with Karie Boyd surpassed my expectations . She listened, cared, answered with detail, simplified the processes where I needed clarification, and was more responsive than I could have ever imagined. A true professional and top lawyer!

  • Review

    by Google
    4.30
    5 reviews  

    Very impressed! Karie and her team are super professional, fair prices, great energy and they actually care about me and my case. If you want someone hands-on and you want to win, call Boyd Law.

  • Review

    by Google
    4.30
    5 reviews  

    They stand by their clients and get the job done well! Divorce is stressful enough as it is, you need a lawyer who will help you, be there for you, and do it well. Hiring this firm to help me was the best decision I ever made.

  • Review

    by Google
    4.30
    5 reviews  

    Big thanks. We really appreciate your understanding. You are great.

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Nydia Loya 

 Website

In times of family turmoil, rely on the expertise of one of the best attorneys in the business. Within her practice, Attorney Nydia Loya handles mediation, QDROs, relocation, and restraining orders. Attorney Nydia Loya devotes her time to the American Bar Association and the American Bar Foundation. Attorney Nydia Loya is the proud recipient of the Attorney of the Year and American Institute of Family Law Attorneys - 10 Best Family Law Attorneys awards. Attorney Nydia Loya is a graduate of the New College of CA School of Law. When you hire Attorney Nydia Loya, you will never feel as though you have to handle your divorce and family law case alone.

Fee Structure: FREE CASE CONSULTATION

 Website justia.com

Review

by Google
5.00
31 reviews  

She is such professional and sharp lawyer and on the other side she exactly knows what she is doing in a very caring and disciplined manner!! I don’t think you can find anyone better than Rozzana in family law field!! For sure 5 stars

Rozanna Velen is an excellent family law attorney. Look at her retainer as a long term investment-you pay a bit now, but save a bunch in the long run. Rozanna will give the facts and law to you straight, and let you know your options and risks. There are not many attorneys who will tell you to take a route that will make her less money...but that's how much of a straight shooter she is. I've sent dozens of people over to Rozanna. She is a respected professional in the legal community. She has obtained excellent results for myself, my friends and associates- including someone who originally (before retaining Rozanna) agreed to pay their spouse $80k...but after hiring Rozanna my friend RECEIVED $80k from their spouse. (Don't try to do a divorce alone if you have assets.) Some family attorneys are sleazebags who wring every drop of $ out of their client, bully, yell and scream at opposing parties, and don't care about the welfare of the child or adults involved. Rozanna is the opposite. She's got a good grasp on keeping things calm, and she focuses on the best interest of the child and other humans in the family matter. Hire Rozanna Velen.

Rozanna is an extraordinary family law attorney - one of the best! I hired her a year and a half ago and I couldn't be happier. What I like most about Rozanna is her direct approach and her willingness to keep things in perspective. She places me in a winning strategy and she gets me the results I deserve. She is also one of only a few honest attorney's whose sole mission is to HELP YOU rather than fatten their pocketbooks. Believe me, she will do everything she can to help you. Hiring Rozanna was one of the best decisions I have ever made in my life.

Rozanna is amazing lawyer, she did excellent job handling my divorce. She is extremely professional and offered best advices as she was a true guard at my gate going through rough divorce. She is one of the best attorney and I highly recommend her to anyone who is in the same situation.

All major life decisions are difficult and making the decision to divorce my ex-wife was by far one of the most challenging decisions and experiences I’ve ever endured. My divorce from my ex-wife should not have been a complicated one, but my ex-wife and her “super lawyer” wanted to make it a long, drawn out and costly experience with the hope that by deploying underhanded delay tactics and never ending, senseless requests that my ex would be successful in stopping me from 50/50 legal and physical custody of my daughter, as well as other key divorce areas. I started my divorce journey by hiring “the wrong” attorney. I made an emotional decision related to my first attorney and hired an attorney who my friend had used for his easy divorce. After 1 year of endless mediation, countless emails, phone calls, senseless delays waiting for my ex to agree to 50/50 I was no farther along than when I started and had already spent thousands on attorney fees. I needed to find “the right” attorney to help me get divorced who was strategic, focused, ethical, responsive, thoughtful and would keep legal fees to only what was necessary. I fired my first attorney and after an in depth search including having my friends contact their inside/ back channel legal friends I found “the right” attorney in Rozanna Velen. Hiring Rozanna was the best decision of my life. Within 4 months of hiring Rozanna she pushed through the endless walls of delays and negotiated and procured a 50/50 legal and physical custody agreement and then helped me along that way to close out and finalize my divorce. Rozanna is highly intelligent, experienced, calm, strategic, responsive, ethical, focused and determined. I highly recommend Rozanna Velen.

  • Review

    by Google
    5.00
    5 reviews  

    She is such professional and sharp lawyer and on the other side she exactly knows what she is doing in a very caring and disciplined manner!! I don’t think you can find anyone better than Rozzana in family law field!! For sure 5 stars

  • Review

    by Google
    5.00
    5 reviews  

    Rozanna Velen is an excellent family law attorney. Look at her retainer as a long term investment-you pay a bit now, but save a bunch in the long run. Rozanna will give the facts and law to you straight, and let you know your options and risks. There are not many attorneys who will tell you to take a route that will make her less money...but that's how much of a straight shooter she is. I've sent dozens of people over to Rozanna. She is a respected professional in the legal community. She has obtained excellent results for myself, my friends and associates- including someone who originally (before retaining Rozanna) agreed to pay their spouse $80k...but after hiring Rozanna my friend RECEIVED $80k from their spouse. (Don't try to do a divorce alone if you have assets.) Some family attorneys are sleazebags who wring every drop of $ out of their client, bully, yell and scream at opposing parties, and don't care about the welfare of the child or adults involved. Rozanna is the opposite. She's got a good grasp on keeping things calm, and she focuses on the best interest of the child and other humans in the family matter. Hire Rozanna Velen.

  • Review

    by Google
    5.00
    5 reviews  

    Rozanna is an extraordinary family law attorney - one of the best! I hired her a year and a half ago and I couldn't be happier. What I like most about Rozanna is her direct approach and her willingness to keep things in perspective. She places me in a winning strategy and she gets me the results I deserve. She is also one of only a few honest attorney's whose sole mission is to HELP YOU rather than fatten their pocketbooks. Believe me, she will do everything she can to help you. Hiring Rozanna was one of the best decisions I have ever made in my life.

  • Review

    by Google
    5.00
    5 reviews  

    Rozanna is amazing lawyer, she did excellent job handling my divorce. She is extremely professional and offered best advices as she was a true guard at my gate going through rough divorce. She is one of the best attorney and I highly recommend her to anyone who is in the same situation.

  • Review

    by Google
    5.00
    5 reviews  

    All major life decisions are difficult and making the decision to divorce my ex-wife was by far one of the most challenging decisions and experiences I’ve ever endured. My divorce from my ex-wife should not have been a complicated one, but my ex-wife and her “super lawyer” wanted to make it a long, drawn out and costly experience with the hope that by deploying underhanded delay tactics and never ending, senseless requests that my ex would be successful in stopping me from 50/50 legal and physical custody of my daughter, as well as other key divorce areas. I started my divorce journey by hiring “the wrong” attorney. I made an emotional decision related to my first attorney and hired an attorney who my friend had used for his easy divorce. After 1 year of endless mediation, countless emails, phone calls, senseless delays waiting for my ex to agree to 50/50 I was no farther along than when I started and had already spent thousands on attorney fees. I needed to find “the right” attorney to help me get divorced who was strategic, focused, ethical, responsive, thoughtful and would keep legal fees to only what was necessary. I fired my first attorney and after an in depth search including having my friends contact their inside/ back channel legal friends I found “the right” attorney in Rozanna Velen. Hiring Rozanna was the best decision of my life. Within 4 months of hiring Rozanna she pushed through the endless walls of delays and negotiated and procured a 50/50 legal and physical custody agreement and then helped me along that way to close out and finalize my divorce. Rozanna is highly intelligent, experienced, calm, strategic, responsive, ethical, focused and determined. I highly recommend Rozanna Velen.

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Mark Howard Karney 

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For over 25 years, Attorney Mark Karney has refined expertise in the area of divorce and family law. Clients retain Attorney Mark Karney's services for annulment, child custody, child support, divorce, domestic partnerships, and domestic violence. Attorney Mark Karney’s noteworthy accomplishments have led to his receipt of the American Institute of Legal Advocates - Top Ten Award and National Academy of Family Lawyers Association - Top 10 under 40 awards. To begin your first steps toward resolution in your divorce and family law conflict, consult with Attorney Mark Karney today.

 Website justia.com

Review

by Google
4.70
37 reviews  

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

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.

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.

Go elsewhere for legal representation.

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!

  • Review

    by Google
    4.70
    5 reviews  

    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

  • Review

    by Google
    4.70
    5 reviews  

    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.

  • Review

    by Google
    4.70
    5 reviews  

    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.

  • Review

    by Google
    4.70
    5 reviews  

    Go elsewhere for legal representation.

  • Review

    by Google
    4.70
    5 reviews  

    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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Lance Raymond Claery 

 Website

If you have been looking for a capable divorce and family law attorney but do not know who to trust, look no further, as Attorney Lance Claery consistently executes top representation for his clients. Within his firm, Attorney Lance Claery maintains expertise in matters involving divorce and family law appeals. A member of several legal organizations, Attorney Lance Claery has maintained a longtime affiliation with the Lawyers of Distinction. A well-respected divorce and family law attorney, Attorney Lance Claery began his legal career after graduating from California Southern Law School. When you hire Attorney Lance Claery, you will be sure to leave his office feeling confident that your divorce and family law case will be in the hands of a top attorney.

Fee Structure: Contact for details

 Website justia.com

Review

by Google
4.00
77 reviews  

We may not be happy with our outcome but I can not hold this firm at fault. I am thankful for Mrs Wong and the firm. I know the system was against us from the gate and you did your best... Thank you guys for your effort and also for straightening out the charges. My wife and I appreciate it . We wish your firm all the best and will recommend others to you. You were all extremely pleasant people. Thank you and God bless

Charlene Wong represented me in my child support case at Claery & Hammond, LLP, and I am very pleased with her work. In addition to being sympathetic, Charlene was also very professional. Throughout the case, she always kept me updated on the case and answered all my questions. Even when she was not available, her colleague Timothy McArdle was very professional and made me feel like I was the highest priority. Brianda Edwards, the paralegal, was also excellent. It is recommended that you utilize this law firm.

From the beginning and through two years in the court system, dealing with delays with Covid-19 the Claery & Hammond Law Firm was there all the way. Attorney Medill work with me and presented different approaches to succeed in winning the case. Attorney Joel Acuario presented the case at trial. Outstanding attorney when it came down to the issue at hand. Just want to thank everyone at the Claery & Hammond Law Firm.

I found Claery and Hammon law firm when I was searching for a divorce attorney online. During the initial phone consultation, Mr. Claery help me feel at ease, and assured me that his firm would do their very best. My representing attorney was Joel Acuario. From the very beginning, I felt his compassion and sincerity in his representation. Their office staff, Brianna, Teresa were very professional and kept informed of all filings and court dates. I definitely recommend this firm for representation.

Rebecca was my attorney. Really great attorney she helped me to stay grounded with my situation. She was even my in between person. Thank you for make me feel protected and defending me.

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    We may not be happy with our outcome but I can not hold this firm at fault. I am thankful for Mrs Wong and the firm. I know the system was against us from the gate and you did your best... Thank you guys for your effort and also for straightening out the charges. My wife and I appreciate it . We wish your firm all the best and will recommend others to you. You were all extremely pleasant people. Thank you and God bless

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    Charlene Wong represented me in my child support case at Claery & Hammond, LLP, and I am very pleased with her work. In addition to being sympathetic, Charlene was also very professional. Throughout the case, she always kept me updated on the case and answered all my questions. Even when she was not available, her colleague Timothy McArdle was very professional and made me feel like I was the highest priority. Brianda Edwards, the paralegal, was also excellent. It is recommended that you utilize this law firm.

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    by Google
    4.00
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    From the beginning and through two years in the court system, dealing with delays with Covid-19 the Claery & Hammond Law Firm was there all the way. Attorney Medill work with me and presented different approaches to succeed in winning the case. Attorney Joel Acuario presented the case at trial. Outstanding attorney when it came down to the issue at hand. Just want to thank everyone at the Claery & Hammond Law Firm.

  • Review

    by Google
    4.00
    5 reviews  

    I found Claery and Hammon law firm when I was searching for a divorce attorney online. During the initial phone consultation, Mr. Claery help me feel at ease, and assured me that his firm would do their very best. My representing attorney was Joel Acuario. From the very beginning, I felt his compassion and sincerity in his representation. Their office staff, Brianna, Teresa were very professional and kept informed of all filings and court dates. I definitely recommend this firm for representation.

  • Review

    by Google
    4.00
    5 reviews  

    Rebecca was my attorney. Really great attorney she helped me to stay grounded with my situation. She was even my in between person. Thank you for make me feel protected and defending me.

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