I had a great experience working with Mr. Kroger and his staff. From the beginning, they were…read moreprofessional, knowledgeable, and attentive with my case. I felt like my case was being taken seriously and that I had someone in my corner who genuinely cared about helping me. Im very grateful for his guidance and would recommend Mr Kroger to anyone!

I highly recommend William Kroger. He is extremely attentive, punctual, honest, and genuinely…read morepassionate about his work. He takes the time to make sure you understand everything and truly cares about his clients. His dedication and professionalism made a huge difference...I'm very grateful for his help. five stars!

I cannot say enough good things about Sheida Shoalehvar and her team…read more About two years ago, I found myself facing a serious criminal case that completely changed my life. I had lost government-issued licenses that prevented me from working, and I honestly didn't know what my future was going to look like. When I first met Sheida, she reassured me that she would take care of me and fight to get me the best possible outcome. At the time, I was a little doubtful because of how serious my situation was. She asked me to complete certain classes and explained that doing so was not an admission of guilt, but rather part of a mitigation package she was putting together to strengthen my case. Sheida fought for me every step of the way. We went back to court time after time, dealt with three different DAs, and she never gave up. Ultimately, she was able to get my charge reduced and eventually DISMISSED. But what makes Sheida special goes beyond what she did for me. I have referred several people to her over the years, and I have heard nothing but positive results. She and her team have also continued to check in on me over time, always treating me with genuine care, love, and respect. Sheida also helped my wife get her record completely cleaned up. When your freedom, career, family, and future are on the line, having an attorney you can truly trust means everything. If there is one attorney I would trust with my eyes closed, it is Sheida Shoalehvar. Sheida, thank you again for everything you and your team have done for me and my family. I will never forget it! -- D. from Riverside

I honestly wish Sheida would be D.A. or run for office or something. I had erased my yelp from 6…read moreyears ago because I was embarrassed and ashamed of my criminal record. I went to jail three times for a misdemeanor each time. It was mortifying. I had severe anxiety and panic attacks years after the experience. Regardless of my personal issues, I was so fortunate that Sheida represented me. She negotiated with the district attorney to meet at her office instead of the courtroom and the negotiation led to dropping all charges. Currently, I am attending USC grad school to get my MSW in social work. I keep thinking back to this person who made it possible.

My experience with the Hart Levin team was great. They were readily available to answer any…read morequestions or help with specific needs. The team was successful in getting my case dismissed. I would recommend them to anyone looking for help.

This was my first time ever having to deal with a legal issue, and Claudia Martinez made the entire…read moreexperience much easier and less overwhelming for me. My case involved a car-related legal matter, and from the beginning Claudia was incredibly responsive, patient, and thorough. She always took the time to explain what was happening, what my options were, and answer any questions I had in great detail. What I appreciated most was never feeling rushed or left in the dark. Since I had never been through anything like this before, having someone who was willing to patiently walk me through the process made a huge difference. Claudia was professional, knowledgeable, and easy to communicate with throughout my case. I'm very grateful for her help and would absolutely recommend her to anyone who finds themselves needing legal representation, especially if it's your first time dealing with the legal system.

I don't write many reviews, but after the outcome of my case, I felt David Russomanno deserved one…read more I am an attorney myself, so I am extremely particular about who I trust to represent me. This was also not an ordinary legal matter. It was a highly contested dual restraining order case with significant personal and professional consequences for me, and the outcome was extremely important. I was the person who originally filed for a restraining order. After my petition was filed, the other party filed a competing restraining order request against me. In my view, the other petition essentially took many of the issues and allegations I had raised, mirrored them back against me, and created a false and misleading narrative portraying me as the wrongdoer. Suddenly, I wasn't just pursuing my own restraining order--I also had to defend myself against serious allegations that I knew were not true. Being an attorney didn't make that easier. In some ways, it made it more difficult. When someone is making false statements about you and your reputation and career are potentially at stake, your instinct is to respond to everything and immediately correct every misrepresentation. This is where David's representation really made a difference. From the beginning, David had a strategy and a plan. He understood that we couldn't simply react to every accusation the other side made. We needed to take control of the narrative, establish the chronology of what actually happened, identify the inconsistencies in the competing petition, organize the evidence, and present the complete story to the court. As a lawyer myself, there were certainly times when I had my own ideas about how we should respond or what we should emphasize. But I also recognized that I was personally invested in the case and needed someone who could remain objective. I trusted David's judgment, followed his guidance, and allowed him to execute the strategy we had developed. That trust paid off. When it came time for the hearing, we were prepared. David was able to cut through what could easily have become a confusing "he said/she said" situation involving two competing restraining order petitions. David was able to join the cases before the first hearing date. Then at the hearing he first succeeded in modifying the other party's temporary orders by presenting the evidence and sequence of events in a way that allowed the court to understand what had actually occurred and see through the false narrative being presented against me. After David modified the temporary order the other party wanted a 2nd call to speak to David and he persuaded the party to drop their restraining order. Looking back, I have an even greater appreciation for David's strategy. He wasn't concerned with winning every small argument or reacting emotionally to every allegation. He was thinking several steps ahead and positioning the case so that when it mattered most--in front of the judge--we were ready. As a fellow attorney, I understand the difference between simply knowing the law and knowing how to strategically litigate a difficult case. When you're personally involved, however, maintaining that same objectivity becomes incredibly difficult. David provided that objectivity while also understanding just how important the outcome was to me. This case had enormous personal and professional importance to me. I put my trust in David Russomanno's judgment, preparation, and strategy, and he delivered the result we were working toward. As both a client and a fellow attorney, I highly recommend David. If you are dealing with a complicated or highly contested restraining order matter--particularly one involving competing allegations--you want someone who can look beyond the accusations, focus on the evidence, develop a strategy, and effectively present the true story to the court. That's exactly what David did for me.

I hired David after a California domestic violence restraining order petition was filed against me…read moreby a family member. I live out of state, had never been in this type of situation before, and was terrified--not only because of the court process, but because of the possible professional consequences if the case went badly. The first law firm I hired reviewed the facts and essentially concluded that I was probably going to lose. I then found David, and from the very first conversation, it was clear he saw the case differently. He did not minimize the situation or sugarcoat anything, but he immediately understood that there was more going on than what appeared on paper. He had a command of the procedural issues, the courtroom dynamics, and the strategy in a way that gave me confidence when I had almost none left. What stood out most was that David was not just technically excellent--he was creative, strategic, responsive, and genuinely caring. He understood my state of mind, took my fears seriously, and explained his plan in a way that made me feel protected rather than judged. He was always available when I needed him and treated the case with urgency and humanity. In the end, my mother and I did not even have to fly to California or appear remotely. David appeared for us, spoke directly with the other side at court, and by the time the matter resumed, the petitions against both of us were dropped. That result was an enormous relief. I went from believing I was about to lose everything to walking away with the case dismissed. David is the kind of lawyer people hope exists when they are scared and overwhelmed--the kind of lawyer you see in movies but do not expect to find in real life. I am incredibly grateful that I called him and trusted him.

Exceptional Attorneys Who Helped Save My Future…read more I cannot recommend Jilbert and Andrew Tahmazian highly enough. I was facing a potential life sentence under California's Three Strikes law. My future was on the line, and the possibility of spending the rest of my life in prison was very real. Jilbert and Andrew fought for me when I needed it most. Through their dedication, hard work, and commitment to my case, I was given an opportunity to enter a treatment program instead of serving a lengthy prison sentence. They didn't just represent me in court. They helped give me something I thought I might never have again--a future. Today, I have an opportunity to rebuild my life, maintain my sobriety, and become a better person. I will never forget the role these two attorneys played in making that possible. If you or someone you love is facing serious criminal charges, I strongly recommend Tahmazian Law Firm. I trusted them with my future, and I am profoundly grateful for what they helped me achieve. -- William Meyers

Amazing attorneys that pay attention to their clients. Every question I had was answered and fully…read moreexplained even twice when I didn't understand the response.

Mariya Melkonyan is extremely conscientious, Professional, efficient, personable and very smart…read moreattorney. She is responsive to communications and a great listener. Equally important, she cares about her clients and fight for you. I highly recommend!!!

What a lawyer! What a person! I was restrained from seeing my kids, facing violence and false…read moreimprisonment allegations. Mariya got the whole thing dismissed! She listens and remembers. She's attentive and catches important detail. She's very smart and quick thinking. She's also very responsive and in touch even outside of business hours. I was amazed when found out she had been in DA's office for 14 years. So she knows how the whole thing works. Just trust her and do as she says. Call her office and go win your case buddy!

Armine was great throughout the long process of my accident claim. it was a difficult situation to…read moredeal with since the person who hit me lives out of state and was in a rental car when the accident happened. It took us a lot of time to actually find him and serve the lawsuit, but she was on top of it and kept trying until we were successful. After we were able to serve him and got the settlement, she helped me with negotiating all the bills that we had, and I got to keep a good amount of the settlement. I am very happy with the results. Thank you Armine

Armine is great at what she does, her knowledge of consumer law and the details she provides…read morespecifically of a slip and fall issue is second to none. I highly recommend Armine, she's easy to relate to and a very capable attorney!

My mom was involved in a workers' compensation case, and Melkonyan Law Firm exceeded our…read moreexpectations and reached a successful outcome. Given the often hectic nature of law firms, we are so impressed by their commitment to promptly addressing client inquiries without delay. I wholeheartedly recommend Melkonyan Law Firm to anyone in need of legal assistance. Thank you for your exceptional service and for keeping my mother informed throughout every stage of her case!!

I had a workers' compensation case, and Melkonyan Law Firm handled it exceptionally well. Melkon is…read morea true professional--attentive to every detail of my case and consistently helping to ease my worries throughout the process. He was always available to answer my questions and offered support in every way he could. My case was handled efficiently and in a timely manner. Not only is Melkon a great attorney, but his staff is also very caring and responsive. Yasmin guided me through every step and ensured I was prepared for all my appointments. I am very grateful to have had Melkon on my side. I would recommend Melkonyan Law Firm time and time again. If you need a law firm that will take great care of you, I highly recommend Melkonyan Law Firm.

Me and my partner had each a criminal case ! I can't recommend her enough! She is amazing. I've…read moredealt w different types of lawyers In the past and she's been the best by far. When I first contact her I explained her our case she listened to me (even though she wasn't sure we were going to hire her) she never rushed me, took time to listen to our long n emotional case. She made me feel like I was talking to a friend. She guided us all a long through the process made it simple for us by writing down step by step (with details) what we needed to do in order get our case dismissed. Which She did this week .she got both our cases dismissed. Can't be happier. thank you Ann. I have my peace of mind back :) Definitely 5 stars !!

After being charged, I first contacted the attorney who had handled my previous case, but he had…read moreretired. I then began searching for a new attorney and spoke with several specialists before finding Ann Gottesman. From our very first phone conversation and meeting at her office, I knew I could completely trust her with my case. After thoroughly reviewing my situation, Ann honestly explained that because of my prior record and the circumstances of my case, the chances of getting my charge reduced were extremely low. She was straightforward and did not want me to spend unnecessary attorney fees pursuing unrealistic expectations. Even so, I asked her to continue and do everything possible for my case. Throughout the entire process, Ann guided me step by step and clearly explained everything I needed to do. English is my second language, but she always took the time to make sure I fully understood every detail. She consistently kept me informed about updates in my case and responded promptly whenever I texted or emailed her. Ann is calm, knowledgeable, professional, and highly respected. It was clear to me that her experience and communication skills carried significant weight with the district attorney's office. After nearly a year of persistent work -- including personal conversations, texts, and emails with the district attorney supervisor -- she was eventually able to negotiate a reduced charge for my case. One thing I learned from this experience is how important it is to have an attorney who is familiar with the court system, judges, and district attorneys. Everything I read in Ann's reviews turned out to be completely true. By the end of my case, the outcome itself almost became secondary because I was so impressed by Ann's dedication, honesty, and hard work. She truly treated my case as if she genuinely cared about me as a person, not just as a client. She went above and beyond in every aspect and even continued to help and support me after the case was over. Ann deserves far more than 5 stars -- not only because she achieved a favorable result, but because she truly cares about her clients. If you need legal representation, I highly recommend Ann Gottesman. She is the one attorney who will genuinely help and support you every step of the way.

Hands down, this is the best law firm in the city! From start to finish, the entire staff was…read morecourteous, respectful, and always available to answer any questions or address concerns throughout the process. Thanks to the dedication, expertise, and hard work of Mr. Shaheen Manshoory and his team, my younger brother was given a second chance and spared from entering the prison system. Their commitment to their clients truly makes a difference. A special thank you to Mr. Manshoory and everyone at Manshoory Law Group for their outstanding representation and support. I highly recommend this firm to anyone in need of exceptional legal services!

Manshoory Law Group has been there for me as a client every step of the way. They were very quick…read moreand communicative during my time of uncertainty (due to my situation). I appreciate all the hard work and effort into getting my case dismissed successfully. I thought my future was going to be in jeopardy and my lawyers didn't let me down. Thank you so much for everything. I will definitely refer my friends and family to this law firm.