To whom It May Concern, On November 17, 2017, after a night of celebrations for my wedding anniversary, I woke up early to go shopping with my wife, as we are traveling to the USA from Brazil, taking advantage of the special date to make purchases of products surcharged in our country. I left SFO towards a Shopping Mall in Santa Marta. Arriving there, we shopped for about 4 hours and returned to SFO. On the highway at San Mateo County, I was stopped by a CHIP's car, whose officer asked me for the usual paperwork, and asked a few questions, including whether I had drunk alcohol. My response was sincere, as I advise everyone should always be. I replied that not at that moment, but the night before, because of the celebration. He went through routine tests and finally the breathalyzer test. I did not oppose or offer any kind of resistance, which I also advise everyone to do in the same way, for the laws of California are strict in that regard. To my surprise, my alcohol content was still 0.1% above that allowed. The absorption of alcohol is variable in each organism and individual. Of course, I was arrested immediately, handcuffed as usual, and taken to the county jail of Reedwood, San Mateo County jail. I went through all the normal procedures like a new breathalyzer, a more precise device, criminal identification, and so on. They changed my clothes, donned the famous orange jumpsuit, and got stuck in a two-occupant cell for about 24 hours, until the initial custody hearing, with the judge assigned to the case. I was released on a commitment to attend the next hearing scheduled on that occasion for approximately 45 days after. In addition, they scheduled for 7 days to meet with a probation officer, for whom I would report periodically. As a foreigner, since I declined my visitor's status, and my address in Brazil, the visit to the officer was quite cutting and she determined that I would contact her every week by telephone, and eventually if there was any change of address or phone, you will be informed immediately. This was done between the first week after the meeting, until the final judgment of the case in August 2018. Nevertheless, I was advised to seek a lawyer to represent me at the San Mateo court, both for my own safety and for compliance of the legal criteria that involve such processes in the USA, especially in California. So when looking for a qualified professional, God and luck came to my side. I found HAITAM G. AMIM (SAM), a brilliant lawyer, who works ethically and aggressively in SFO and surroundings, within the legal representation I needed. Since our first discussion, it was objective and clear, leaving no edge of doubt or fear as to its capacity and knowledge of the cause. I felt calm and confident, because better than anyone else I can recognize a good lawyer, because I am, but in my country, Brazil. I was charged the fair, we agreed the entry and the payment method, agreed in contract and we proceeded towards the first hearing scheduled for the end of January 2018. Obviously I had extra expenses to come back and make myself present at this hearing, but which unfortunately was absolutely necessary, even for the free conviction of the Judge that I had no intention of avoiding justice and any penalties to which I should be condemned. This is extremely important, since the application of the law when guaranteed early, gives tranquility to those who judge and who processes, in the case the local DA. Already in the first hearing, with the specific presences of SAM, and obviously mine, the physical presence of the other subsequent audience was dispensed with, which would only serve the presence of my legal representative, in this case my brilliant SAM lawyer. So it was until August 10, 2018, when we accepted an agreement with the local DA, where I was fined a certain amount that was also parceled me out thanks to the intervention of SAM, as well as two restrictive penalties of rights, whether it be , community service rendering and attendance at a steering driver recycling group, all of which are allowed by the court, to be complied with in my country of origin, Brazil, by all means, it is logical to document it. SAM, stayed all this period through my internet and telephone, being always available for clarification and direct assistance. My primary objective with this report is to exalt the ethical and professional behavior of this exemplary lawyer, and to give anyone who may be interested, my full endorsement of his action, recommending it to all who for some reason may go through this misfortune in only Californian or American. Thanks SAM!! read more

SAM OF AMIN LAW IS AN EXCELLENT AND HIGHLY COMPETENT CRIMINAL DEFENSE ATTORNEY AND DUI LAWYER I'd like to start by saying that I don't typically write reviews, yet, I'd felt compelled to write one for this particular attorney, Sam Amin of Amin Law. I've never been in trouble and have never needed a Criminal Defense Attorney, DUI Lawyer or any type of attorney for that matter until recently. I was introduced to Sam Amin by another attorney that I'd called as I was making my way down the Yelp search results for DUI Lawyers and Criminal Defense Attorneys. One of the attorneys I'd called did not have the experience to handle my case, so he gave me Sam's number. I spoke with Sam over the phone and within a few minutes into the conversation I'd felt comfortable with him. I didn't feel pressured into hiring him. He provided me with all the answers to my questions. After I'd explained my situation, he provided me with a complete list of options to my case. Sam provided the best case scenario and the worst case scenario. He even provided the mostly likely outcome and he was right all along. As the case progressed, Sam provided me with regular updates. He answered, returned my phone calls and replied to my email messages within minutes at times. Sam never made me feel rushed nor had I ever felt that I was "taking up too much of his time." One of the top complaints that most lawyers are guilty of is not being available or hard to get a hold of after you hire them. Not Sam. I'd never felt like it was difficult to get a hold of him on the telephone to discuss my case. Sam is a rare breed who deeply cares about his clients. He knows our criminal justice system inside and out. He understands that there's no true justice within the "justice system." Sam provides representation with compassion and integrity for his clients. He is intelligent and specifically highly knowledgeable in the areas of Criminal Law and DUI Law. I would highly recommend Sam to anyone looking for an attorney! He is hands down one of the best lawyers I have come across. He is very reasonable and informative. Sam would definitely be my go-to Criminal Defense and DUI Attorney should any of my friends or family members ever need to hire an attorney. Sam of Amin Law is an excellent and highly competent Criminal Defense and DUI Attorney! read more

I had chosen the office of Haitham (Sam) Amin, primarily due to what it seemed reasonable attorney hourly rates of $ 300/hr. Upon forwarding my first emails to Sam, he insisted I CC his partner Ali on everything going forward, which I did, although I never met or spoken to his partner before or until now. Upon reviewing their invoices, I realized that Ali was billing me as well for reading my emails although I had NO interaction what's so ever with him at all on this case. In addition to the above, their office charges full attorney rates for administrative work, such as billing, copying faxes, various documentation, etc. All other law firms would have a paralegal perform this work at rates hovering between $100 to $120 per hour and not $300/hr. as they do. Therefore, what initially seemed to be a reasonable legal hourly rate with this firm, became an outrageous hourly amount for less then mediocre work. Upon signing an agreement with Sam's office I provided him with a $15K retainer, or twice the retainer amount he asked for, however upon my balance getting below the retainer amount of $7,500, he communicated to opposing counsel that he was no longer representing me, although he just sent me an email two days prior about this matter and never gave me an opportunity to respond to him as this was the first time he mentioned this to me. Sam, spends more efforts leveraging his clients for money then doing anything else. He becomes very aggressive with the client, although he doesn't seem to do the same with his opposing attorney in the case. It's now been seven weeks since this event happened and I have not yet received my retainer balance from Sam or his office. I would strongly advise prospective clients seeking a good family attorney to steer clear of Sam and his office. read more

Sam was an excellent lawyer,best of the best ! I got 3 issues ,red camera,I stood on sign,and accidentally moved my car,but camera shoot me.This happened in San Francisco.The second case was i tried to finished a left turn,as 2 cars front of me stood too long,and when I finished a turn was red light and stooped cop,just followed me and gave ticket as I am turned on left turn with red light,this happened in San Francisco,of course for city need money. In Marina county,on redwood hwy,close to turn on Richmond bridge,the cop ,last name Carpenter gave me speeding ticket for speed,as I got 66m/h ,where sigh 55/hour ,i just following on traffic speed! I just made a decision,it will be less stress and problems to argue with cup,as cup always right by law,to hire a lawyer. So,I got speeding ticket,red camera violation and left turn violation and Sam was best of the best and all 3 cases was dismissed without traffic school and points on driver record.Highly recommend the service of Amin Law,remember monies you can earn,but points in drivers record in file for 7 years ! Thank you so much Sam,Nice to have business with you! read more

This review is for a criminal defense, family law, and restraining order case. Sam is an sharp, excellent, talented, and professional advocate. High caliber attorney. He presents his clients with all options at time of dire needs. We had a situation with our family where the police was involved and there was an arrest for domestic violence. The bail was $50,000. Sam was able to get rid of the bail completely. The DA filled criminal charges and after a lengthy battle Sam got the felony criminal case dismissed. Immediately after, the victim filed a restraining order and a petition for divorce. We hired Sam's firm to handle it. The service was top notch and Sam's team did a tremendous job. Again, they got the restraining order thrown out. Which was great for the child custody and spousal support issues. In conclusion, Sam's firm handled everything from start to finish. They were ethical, reasonable, and easy to talk to. I was able to reach Sam directly on his cell phone. Not one time did I feel rushed off the phone or pushed away. I highly recommend Sam for all your legal issues. read more

I cant say enough about Sam as an attorney. He has represented me in an almost year long custody dispute and I would not have wanted any other attorney by my side. When you call, you get Ali directly. Not a paralegal or third party. He is extremely responsive, knowledgeable, thorough and professional. Unlike many attorneys, his primary concern was always me and my family and not money. He ensured we knew what was happening every step of the way and never let us go without knowing what he knew or knowing what to expect. If your seeking someone to represent you and fight for you, look no farther. I cant emphasize this enough. If I ever need to, I will absolutely call him again in the future and I would refer him to anyone I love and care about to use as well. Legal things are always stressful, especially if your like me and have no knowledge of the legal system. But I feel confident saying that Sam will make you feel confident and secure in your case while fighting vigorously for you. Thank you for everything! read more

We had a "Breach of Contract" situation that had gone on for 10 years. Working with minimal documentation Mr. Yousefi and Mr. Amin were able to secure a full refund of a $100,000 loan that we had tried (unsuccessfully) to collect for 8 years and do it I'm a matter of 4 months without filing a lawsuit. Mr. Yousefi and Mr. Amin were diligent about reviewing our options with us and listening to our input as they helped guide us to what steps should be taken to find a successful outcome. They researched the fine points of the law, advised what might offer a successful outcome and what to avoid and shared that information with us in laymans terms. We turned the process over to them and with and 4 months later, a check in the mail. They listen, they care and give great legal representation. In our case, a "Breach of Contract" of "Debt Collection" scenario that we thought we would never see again they came thru like gangbusters. read more

I highly recommend Amin Law Firm for anyone seeking legal assistance in sensitive matters such as divorce, custody, or DVRO(Domestic Violence Restraining Orders). The attorneys are not only knowledgeable but also compassionate, understanding the emotional toll these situations can take on individuals and families. In my custody battle, they were relentless in advocating for my rights as a parent, always keeping the best interests of my children in mind. Their professionalism and attention to detail stood out at every step, and their clear communication made a challenging situation easier to navigate. Amin Law Firm genuinely cares about their clients, and it shows in the results they deliver. I highly recommend them for anyone dealing with family law issues. read more

After being the victim of a HIPPA violation from a large medical chain I needed to find legal representation. Several of the attorney's I spoke with did not want to take on the large chain. Fortunately I was referred to the law offices of Haitham Amin. Mr. Amin, and everyone in the firm, treated me with a great deal of professionalism and compassion. They gave me excellent legal advice and successfully settled the issue to my satisfaction. When I had a question, they took the time to make sure I understood every possible outcome in plain English. They communicated with me at every juncture and consistently kept me updated. I can recommend them without reservation for anyone needing quality, compassionate and experienced legal representation. read more

I cannot say enough good things about Ali Yousefi and his partner Haitham Amin.  They both did an amazing job handling my family court case. They were empathetic during a very difficult stage of my life.  Ali and Haitham were gracious with all of my questions and concerns, and always got back to me extremely quickly. They both understood that this was an emotional time for me and they kept their patience and professionalism through one of the toughest parts of my life.  Both were my best advocates with representing my best interests and got me the just results I asked for with my settlement.   I am very satisfied with the outcome of my case and the service Ali Yousefi and Haitham Amin provided me with. read more

I was very disappointed by Sam's services. The service was not satisfactory, his preparation in family law dubious and when I challenged him, he became aggressive. I choose Amin Law because of the stellar yelp reviews. However, I have noticed that any time he has a negative review, after a little while it disappears. So, don't get fooled by stellar Yelp reviews about him! I believe he finds a way to get rid of the negative ones and I start questioning the values of his yelp reviews considering the very bad experience I had with him. He got a big chunk of money from me without delivering. Pretty bad experience overall. read more

Fake Reviews!! This guy is a SCAM artist! Please DO NOT trust these fake reviews. I'm not sure why his law license hasn't been revoked yet. He took a ~$10k retainer from me and used it all up in just a couple of emails (I'm not even exaggerating)! He then threatened me with defamation/extortion if I posted a negative review. We all have freedom of speech and have the right to express our views/experiences. Don't be afraid to share your negative experience here; more people need to know about this scam artist. I'm in the process of reporting him to the bar. read more

I cant say enough about Sam Amin. I found myself stressed out and feeling all alone in the midst of my child custody dispute. With the help of Sam I found an ally that went through this difficult situation with me, and helped me build the best case possible. Sam went to battle for me to make sure I did not get taken advantage of by the other parties attorney without his help I fear what the outcome could have been. Very personable and compassionate lawyer the investment in my case that I felt from him was alone worth every dollar spent!!! read more

Mr Amin was very attentive to my needs and took my citation serious. He is very informative and I just didn't feel compelled to use him. He was very comfortable to talk to and He was always quick to answer or return my calls and that in itself is hard to find. I would highly recommend him and was very happy with his service even more ecstatic with the results! It pays to find someone that wants to genuinely help you and goes to the max to do so! read more

Mr. Amin is a professional all around. I was a total wreck when my husband got arrested for a DUI. He took out the time to explain everything in great details. He provided his personal cell phone number to call him or text him whenever I had a question. He took care of both the DMV suspension and the court issue. I was more than pleased with work ethics and the outcome. I'd definitely recommend Mr. Amin to anyone looking to hire a DUI lawyer. read more

I contacted Sam after many attempts at finding a knowledgable attorney. He is patient, sympathetic, and easy to understand. It was clear he knew what he was talking about from the time i contacted him. He told me exactly what I can expect from the legal process. And he was absolute correct about his predictions. He didn't waste my time. Took my matter seriously and saw the matter to conclusion. Thanks Sam! read more

Dear Mr. Amin, Thank you for everything that you did for our family. You answered all our questions in a timely manner and you have great verbal skills. We appreciated your hard work and determination on the case. You were very informative and we were very pleased with your service. We would highly recommend you to anyone needing legal services. Thank you again for everything that you did. read more

I recently had a consultation with Sam from Amin Law, and although I did not end up hiring their services, I was impressed by the professionalism and responsiveness throughout the process. Sam was prompt in communication, flexible in accommodating my schedule, and made sure all of my questions were addressed. I appreciated the effort and would certainly consider their services for future needs! read more

I consulted with Amin and my experience was horrible. He cashed two checks for a total of $15K from my partner and he basically provided no valuable service. He threaten me to get my first negative review removed. He works hard to get only positive reviews visible and keeps the negative ones under the radar. I wish he would work that hard to provide valuable service to his clients. read more