The man is unprofessional and probably will cause a bigger headache than whatever help you think he…read moremay give. Check out his history as a bad attorney for yourself. http://www.metnews.com/articles/2017/shalaby112417.htm "By filing various amendments and advancing a number of arguments not supported by bankruptcy law, Shalaby prolonged the duration of the proceedings and delayed the debtor's discharge, which resulted in greater cost and detriment to the debtor and the estate. The bankruptcy court found Shalaby's services were neither necessary nor beneficial to the debtor."

This was my first time meeting with a lawyer. I was nervous, unsure of what to expect, and worried…read moreabout the price. Andrew was down to earth, approachable, and generous with his time and advice. I have an ongoing situation with the city of El Cerrito and the renovation of my front yard. Andrew listened and shared his advice; I felt a lot better after our meeting. I recommend him and feel better knowing I can rely on him in the future.

Update: few a weeks state bar's fee arbitration program help me got most of money back from…read moreChristopher Leung and I got a lots msg on Yelp asking which lawyer I used for my eviction case. Andrew W. Shalaby East Bay Law 7525 Leviston Avenue El Cerrito, CA 94530 Tel. 510-551-8500 Fax: 510-725-4950 andrew@eastbaylaw.com East Bay Law 7525 Leviston Avenue El Cerrito, CA 94530 Tel. 510-551-8500 Fax: 510-725-4950 I end up using Andrew Shalaby and he did a great job. Sorry for these people who msg on Yelp I don't check Yelp often.

Chris helped me and my family out with a living trust. He was thoughtful of each of my family…read moremember's questions and points of view. Having a professional like him is incredibly valuable in these complicated matters.

My partner and I worked with Heinrich Law after a serious car accident. It was a really stressful…read moretime, and the case took about a year and a half to resolve. From the beginning, everyone at Heinrich Law was kind, knowledgeable, and easy to work with. We worked mostly with Marjorie, who kept us updated, answered our questions without making us feel like a burden, and was always patient when we weren't sure what came next. Nobody wants to need a personal injury lawyer, but having people who care makes a very big difference. We always felt the Heinrich team was looking out for our best interests rather than just trying to get the case off their desk, and we're very grateful to them for guiding us through a difficult chapter in our lives.

I cannot say enough about the professionalism, clarity, high level of skill, and thoroughness of…read moreMarjorie Heinrich and her team. She worked on a case that was complex, regarding a dog bite lawsuit. She is an incredibly knowledgeable, insightful and incredibly smart attorney. She also is very empathetic and a good communicator. Her staff attorneys and administrators were also exceptionally helpful and kind, and made the process as clear and smooth as possible, considering a personal injury case is a very emotionally charged experience. I will be forever grateful to Marjorie and her team for ensuring a good resolution to my case; and *if* I ever had to hire a personal injury attorney in future, I would call her in a heartbeat.

I engaged the assistance of Laura Mazza in 2024 when I was terminated by my former employer and…read moreoffered a one sided severance agreement. I was concerned about finding an attorney online but could not have been more impressed and completely satisfied with her guidance and depth of knowledge. Laura Mazza guided me through the process which led to an extremely good agreement Fast forward, two years when I started to receive medical bills from 2024 which should have been paid. I posed a question to Laura Mazza about the agreement. Her response was quick and very helpful. I highly recommend Laura Mazza and this firm. I continue to be impressed.

I worked with Laura Mazza on two employment contracts and was very impressed with how efficiently…read morethe work was done. I also was able to provide an employer feedback from Laura's redline that influenced them to change their baseline documents. I highly recommend Laura and this practice to anyone seeking advice on employment matters.

After a serious car accident left me injured, overwhelmed and unsure of my next steps, a family…read moremember referred me to Kevin Taguchi. I suffered a number of injuries that I needed to give complete attention to in order to get my life back. Kevin connected me with superior medical treatment that I know otherwise wouldn't have accessed. Words truly can't express the gratitude my family and I have for Kevin, his staff, and his medical group. They didn't just treat the injuries; they all treated me with dignity, kindness, and humanity when I needed it most. By Kevin providing me with a top-tier medical attention for my injuries, I was able to fully focus on my health and recovery, while Kevin was working on my case. Kevin worked hard and fought harder to take care of all the legal burdens, negotiated a great settlement, and ensured all my medical bills were paid. I was able to move forward with my life thanks to Kevin's dedication and professionalism. I wholeheartedly recommend him!

I am very happy with my experience, Kevin and his team were very attentive and helpful. I would…read morerecommend them to family, friends and others they definitely put my mind at ease after my accident. The process was straightforward and the settlement was terrific. Thank you again.

The staff at The Angell Law Firm have been extremely helpful over the last few years. They were…read moreable to help my Husband and I avoid a very unique (yet ultimately bad) real estate deal and later helped us purchase our new home via private sale with ease. I trust their abilities and also appreciate their willingness and availability to answer my questions. It's very easy to feel left out of these big life events and real estate deals. Often there are realtors, loan officers, and title companies just going through the motions like you know whats happening. This team takes the time if needed to explain what is going on. I have just reached out to them again regarding a new deal and look forward to working with them again.

I received a falsehood ridden Cease and Desist letter from this firm that included threats of…read morefurther action. The letter ended with: "...please do not hesitate to contact me directly." Yet they refuse to take or return my calls, and multiple written communications sent to them have been ignored. I believe this review is compliant with the written Yelp Guidelines which state: "address the core of the consumer experience"

Updating my estate plan had been on my To Do list for over 10 years! My original estate planning…read moreattorney retired several years ago and I just kept procrastinating until I finally committed myself to this important task in early 2026. I scanned through Yelp and discovered Blacksburg Law and found the reviews very encouraging, and appreciated how robust and informative the firm's website was. I submitted an inquiry via Yelp and we were off to the races! The entire process was excellent and seamless, from first contact to final delivery of my estate plan. The team was incredible - professional, knowledgeable, efficient, and personable. I greatly appreciated the team's use of technology -- from the intake questionnaire, Zoom meetings, client workspace portal, and remote notary. These tools made the entire process frictionless and allowed me to complete my "homework" even while traveling. I highly recommend Blacksburg Law for either creating your first estate plan or updating one that is overdue for a revision. Thank you Michael and Team!

I highly recommend Michael Blacksburg and the entire Blacksburg Law team for estate planning. I…read morefirst worked with them to create my original living trust and recently returned to complete a comprehensive restatement of my trust. Michael, Natalie Carrera, and the entire team were knowledgeable, professional, responsive, and incredibly thorough throughout both processes. Estate planning can feel overwhelming, but they took the time to explain everything clearly, answer all of my questions, and ensure that every detail reflected my wishes. The final documents were exceptionally well organized, and I left with complete confidence that my estate plan is exactly what I wanted. Their attention to detail and commitment to their clients really stood out. If you're looking for an experienced, trustworthy, and caring estate planning law firm, I would not hesitate to recommend Michael Blacksburg, Natalie Carrera, and the Blacksburg Law team.

My husband and I recently worked with James Stein to create our living trust, and we couldn't have…read moreasked for a better experience. James was extremely knowledgeable and did an amazing job explaining complex information in a way that was easy for us to understand. He was also very pleasant, personable, and made us feel comfortable throughout the entire process. Our trust was a bit complicated and had many moving parts, but James handled everything effortlessly. He took the time to provide clear examples, answer all of our questions, and offer thoughtful advice along the way. We truly appreciated his expertise, patience, and professionalism. I would absolutely recommend James to my friends and family!

We had a great experience working with James for our estate planning needs. He was knowledgeable,…read moreprofessional, and took the time to walk us through the process and answer all our questions. We appreciated his attention to detail and the care he showed in helping us make important decisions for our family's future. The entire experience was smooth and reassuring, and we feel much more confident knowing our affairs are in order. We would highly recommend James to anyone looking for estate planning services!

I truly felt like I had thrown my entire life away that night I was arrested for a DUI. When I got…read morehome, I felt hopeless and terrified, as though my soul had been completely broken. It felt like I had reached rock bottom and was trapped in a deep, dark hole with no way out. I found myself on my knees, crying and praying that somehow this was all just a terrible nightmare. By the grace of God, I received a glimpse of hope when I was referred to Attorney Thomas Fleming. Mr. Fleming took me under his wing. In the span of just a few days, I experienced a level of legal expertise, compassion, mercy, trust, and love that I had never felt before. I felt truly seen and cared for, as though God had placed him in my life exactly when I needed them most. He gave me guidance and recommendations that would not only help my case, but also guide me toward becoming the person I was intending to be. I committed myself to the recommendations he laid out and faithfully followed them for several months. In the end, they contributed not only to my case, but also to a profound transformation in my life. He is truly a miracle worker. My alcohol level was .18 BAC, profoundly high, and with bad driving reported by another citizen, the potential consequences I was facing were extremely serious, including the possibility of jail time and significant penalties. Yet, through the grace of God and Thomas's exceptional professional expertise, what initially felt like an impossible situation ultimately resulted in an actual (not guilty) acquittal on the DUI charges. He also convinced the judge to issue a court order that DMV must also acquit me! Thomas was able to email my court order of not-guilty to the right person and right department at DMV. DMV then instantly emailed Thomas a DMV not-guilty order for my case. This meant that I get to keep my license! Nothing is impossible for God. I am incredibly grateful that I received no jail time and was instead given volunteer hours at a charity or church. My whole case will then be expunged in only one year! This is an outcome I never could have imagined when I was at my lowest point. I am truly blessed--not only by the outcome of my case, but by the way God brought him into my life. Looking back, I can see that meeting Thomas was something much greater than simply a fortunate circumstance, it was a blessing that reminded me of God's presence and His plan for my life. If you are ever in a situation similar, where you feel hopeless or unsure of where to turn, I cannot recommend Mr. Fleming enough. You need to inquire with them. His legal expertise may change the course of your case, but more importantly, his compassion, guidance, recommendations, and genuine care may change the course of your life, and turn something bad into something very good.

I was arrested for a felony hit and run, which injured a pedestrian. The prosecutor demanded from…read morea court that I serve months in jail. I am a nurse and I thought that would be the end of my life and my career. It was the darkest time in my life that I lost trust in the system and humans. During this time, I found and retained attorney Thomas Fleming. He assured me everything would be ok. Throughout the legal process, Thomas guided me every step, recommending a number of activities that are good for my case, and also helped me grow as a person. Thomas then used these activities and my growth in court as one of many reasons why the court should give me a second chance despite any mistakes I may have made. Thomas then asked the judge to divert and dismiss my case. The prosecutor strongly objected to this. But, amazingly, the judge believed and agreed with Thomas, and granted his request to divert and dismiss my case. Amazing but true, the court dismissed my case at his request! Thomas then filed a motion to seal any record of my arrest, the court granted as well! Thomas has a lot of faith. I found him to be a smart, trustworthy, honest, professional, compassionate and genuinely cared for me as a person. He got to know me and my family as well. He always wanted the best for me, it showed in the result. God bless Thomas!

I've shared quite a few reviews over the years, but this one feels deeply personal. It's from a…read moresituation that struck close to home, and I'm truly grateful to these lawyers for being there when I needed help the most. SERVICE REQUESTED A driver ran a red light and smashed into my vehicle, causing my airbags to deploy. The driver fled the scene, but a good Samaritan snapped a photo of their license plate and gave it to me before I was transported by ambulance. The police followed up and made contact with the driver. Justice was served. After I was released from the hospital, I went on Yelp and submitted a quote request for an Accident Attorney because I knew the medical bills would pile up. Within 5 minutes, I received calls from 15 different firms. I listened to each voicemail and looked up reviews for each one. Reviews for The Accident Guys stood out, so I returned their call. I spoke with Sara Chou, who made me feel so at ease during a stressful time. I vividly remember the emotions I experienced after being concussed in the accident. The pain was overwhelming, and the thought of what could have happened if my kids had been in the car brought me to tears on the phone, feeling utterly vulnerable. She was gracious and comforting, offering me reassurance and warmth. It was her empathy and understanding that made me choose The Accident Guys. QUALITY A meeting was set up with Margarita, a kind and accommodating person who picked a time that worked for me and met with me near my home to go over the paperwork and evidence I collected. She was very professional, and I felt that I was in good hands. My "hand-off" to the next person in the sequence of handling my case was seamless. Claudys Carlos was my case manager, and all I can think to describe her contribution was "responsive" and "helpful". She was such a patient and kind person who accepted my calls and communicated via text, which I, as a millennial, loved. I cannot say enough about the doctor assigned to my case, Dr. Shahrouz Dadfarin, MD. Our interactions were over the phone, and he paid special attention to my test results, listened to my feedback, and gave accurate and helpful recommendations. There were moments when he provided emotional support because he could sense I needed it as I talked about what I was going through. When the Bible says "[God's] grace is sufficient for you, for [God's] power is made perfect in weakness," I know that God does this by using people. And Dr. Dadfarin was willing to be God's instrument of grace in my life at some of those moments. VALUE In the final phase of my case, Miosha Jackson was INSTRUMENTAL in handling the compensation phase and negotiating with the insurance companies and medical providers. What I loved is that any time I needed to sign something, she would call ahead of time to let me know an email or DocuSign was incoming so we could handle it without delay. I really appreciated this level of communication as someone who can easily miss an email. The cherry on top was Miosha's positive, approachable demeanor and professionalism, which made this final phase feel like such a smooth process and conclusion. SECOND CASE SUCCESS 366 days later, I was rear-ended by a distracted driver. The amazing Sara Chou from the Accident Guys took my call and accepted the case. They fought for me and resolved that case to my benefit, as well. Throughout BOTH cases, The Accident Guys' team made me feel respected and looked after. Since then, I have referred a close friend to The Accident Guys, who accepted their injury case and are currently working on moving my friend to wholeness again. I know I can trust them with my loved ones and family, and I am proud to put my name behind them on Yelp!

Working with all the people involved in my case was a relatively painless and very good process…read more When I first contacted The Accident Guys in the L.A. office, they listened, asked me some questions and then proceeded to inform me of what I needed to do and get and connected me with the Medical personnel that I needed. They walked me through each step and as I made each appointment, they would check back with me to make sure everything was going great. They consistently received input from me on where my case was and how "I" was doing, especially P. Zarate. They did a really good job on my case, and I feel that I received adequate compensation for the injury to me and my car.