I had an outstanding experience working with Paul van der Walde and his incredible team after my accident. From the very beginning, he was professional, attentive, and genuinely cared about my case. He took the time to explain everything clearly and ensured I understood each step of the process, which gave me real peace of mind during such a stressful time. What truly sets Paul apart is his commitment to his clients. He was always accessible, clear, and never made me feel like just another case. His communication was consistent and transparent, which built a strong sense of trust throughout the entire process. If you're looking for an attorney who is not only highly skilled but also truly dedicated and willing to go above and beyond, Paul van der Walde is the one you want on your side. I highly recommend him without hesitation. Thank you Paul , Shawn , Evangelina . read more

I called Caputo & Van Der Walde late on a Friday afternoon, expecting to get a voicemail, but Don answered right away. I was calling for a friend who had just been in a car accident and was feeling overwhelmed. Don was incredibly professional and courteous, and he patiently walked me through the entire process. You can tell they are passionate about what they do and genuinely care about helping people. I really appreciated how transparent he was about everything. If I ever need a personal injury attorney myself, they will be my first call. Highly recommend! read more

I highly recommend Caputo & Van Der Walde LLP. My wife was involved in an accident, and I was referred to Shawn Smith by a friend who is an executive at State Farm. He told me, "Every time State Farm goes against Caputo & Van Der Walde LLP, State Farm loses." That immediately spoke volumes about Caputo & Van Der Walde's reputation. Shawn met with us, explained the process clearly, and outlined the goals of our case. From start to finish, he managed everything with expertise and kept us informed along the way. Thanks to his dedication, we received a maximum settlement in record time. If you're seeking justice for an injury, this is the firm to trust! May God bless Shawn Smith and his team. read more

Paul Van Der Walde and his amazing staff are the most kind, attentive and professional legal team a person can encounter. Evangelina, Corene and Julia are uncanny in the support they provide and Paul's genuine concern for your needs is superior at the least. The anticipation of a legal battle is stressful for anyone, especially in times of tragedy. This group knows how to puts you at ease. I highly recommend Paul and his team. You will not find one comparable in the Bay Area. read more

Paul and amazing support staff: We can't thank you enough for resolving this case for us. You don't know how much it meant to me to have your entire office team there when I needed someone to listen, calm me down and take care of the many things that came up over these past years. You all are awesome and we are so happy that we chose Caputo & Van Der Walde to handle this case for us. read more

Caputo & Van Der Walde took my case when I had little hope of recovering any type of compensation for an auto accident I was involved in. My hope was restored when this team took over my case. I worked with Shawn Smith, who was very professional, well organized and optimistic. Communication was clear and concise and very helpful and he was very supportive. The team went above and beyond my expectations with very little stress to me. I highly recommend this team of professionals to you if you want and need a firm that has your best interest on their side. read more

I am grateful for the team at Caputo & Van Der Walde. Initially I was very stressed out and afraid of what would happen and how to navigate the legal process, but Corene and Don put my mind at ease. They were able to speak to me calmly and help me to organize my thoughts and understand how the process would work. Paul Caputo is an exceptional attorney and did an excellent job of giving information about the legal process and options without overwhelming me or making it more convoluted than it is. More than anything, the team at Caputo & Van Der Walde made me feel like I could trust their opinion and proceed with confidence. I would highly recommend them for any civil court actions you may be faced with. read more

Caputo & Van Der Walde are an excellent Law Firm. They are on top of things and really know what they are doing. Paul is an Excellent Attorney and did a great job with my case! Shawn also knows the business well and also helped me out. They really look out for you and take good care of their clients. Paul was very supportive and kind and new exactly how to handle my case. They always returned my phone calls and responded to my emails in a very timely fashion. I can't Thank all of you enough! I'm so glad I found them!!! read more

Paul Caputo and his team assisted me in a difficult personal injury case that was very stressful to me. They were professional, timely and laid their costs and expenses out clearly with no surprises. You can trust this firm to do a great job with your situation and be easy and professional to work with. read more

I cannot say enough great things about Paul Van Der Walde and the entire team here. They were extremely helpful, detailed, compassionate, caring, strategic, and overall helped make an extremely painful situation as painless as possible. I would reccomend them to absolutely anyone in need of a personal injury lawyer. Through their hard work and attention to my case, they were able to get me a great settlement that could have never been possible without this team. I was absolutely lost before I found them, but they guided me through the entire process, and displayed a caring connection to me and my family throughout. They were also easy to reach whenever I had questions and went out of their way to make me feel welcome and at ease. Thank you for a life changing experience. read more

Paul Van Der Walde & his team are amazing! My case was handled with professionalism, care, and extreme attention to detail. From my first phone call through the entirety of my case I never felt worried or confused. I always felt prioritized and knew I would be taken care of. I'm incredibly grateful & can't recommend them enough! read more

They were amazing through the whole process. Super patient and knowledgeable which was great considering we had know idea what to expect or how to navigate in the legal world. Highly recommend giving them a call if you need personal injury legal help. They will fight for you like they have known you forever. read more

Caputo & Van Der Walde represented me in an auto injury claim. They were consummate professionals throughout my entire case. They went above and beyond and due to their efforts the settlement I received was a much larger sum than I had anticipated. Beyond happy with them and I highly recommend them! read more

Caputo and Van Der Walde (and their entire team) is a class act Law firm. Everyone I spoke with from my initial inquiry to seeing it through to the end were professional, patient, approachable, knowledgeable, friendly and extremely accountable throughout the entire process. My case was a little tricky, but Paul always kept things in perspective and guided me appropriately. He and his team responded to all my questions in a prompt and efficient manner. I am happy with the outcome and highly recommend Caputo and Van Der Walde to anyone seeking an injury lawyer. read more

I do apologize as this review my be a little lengthy, but the review itself is very open and honest about how I feel about Paul Van Der Walde and team. Where to begin....A few years ago I was in a very bad situation where my attorney who was representing me was not only incompetent, but was far from professional. Being that this was the first time that I needed to seek legal advice I really didn't know any better. Almost 2 years went by with little to no contact along with verbal altercations with this attorney to the point where I had to do something about it. I decided to reach out to Paul Van Der Walde for legal advice, which was ultimately the best decision I could of ever made. Paul was not only very professional, but he is also very kind, understanding and only wants to help his clients. He treated me as if I was family since day one. This not only applies to Paul, but to his team as well...especially Evangelina. As far as my case goes....it was a long drawn out process before I met with Paul, but Paul and his staff moved quickly to help resolve my issues in a timely manner. I do not need to discuss the case with this review as I do not believe that it is appropriate, but I will tell you this. When the settlement came and when it was time to stop by the office I was quickly greeted by Evangelina. Evangelina, Paul and I had several conversations over the course of time to the point where I felt like we had become family. We not only talked about the outcome, but we also talked in great detail about what has been taking place outside of the case. I have never felt so comfortable to be around 2 individuals that were complete strangers to me less than 2 years ago. You could easily tell that they both cared deeply about my well being and at one point it got almost emotional as they both gave me a hug before departing. On a side note my wife and I had some problems that took place and Paul was more than happy to talk to me outside of work about the problem. I not only got his advice, but he also reached out to his contacts for recommendations to places where I could take my dog to as we were dealt some unforeseen circumstances. I not only got some great advice from Paul, but he also played a big role in getting my dog's injury taken care of as I had some trust issues with the first place that I went to. I know this review was rather long, but it is well deserved. I could not of asked for 2 better people to enter into my life with Paul and Evangelina. It is not often that people tell you how much an attorney means to them, but in this particular case I can honestly say that Paul is as genuine as they come. Thank you again Paul for not only being a great representative, but also becoming a good friend. read more

Super friendly and caring people very honest. They didn't take my case but gave me great advice and honest opinion of how I should go about my case and answered any questions I had. read more

I was in an auto accident and had a serious head injury. A friend suggested that I see Rich Eichenbaum. What a gem!! Rich is extremely professional, knowledgeable and personable. He introduced me to Shawn Smith, who is an integral addition to the law firm. Shawn has previously worked for insurance companies and has a thorough knowledge of what to expect from those companies when settling a case. Needless to say we never had to litigate, however, you can be sure that Rich and Shawn will do whatever it takes to thoroughly work for their clients!!!! You will NEVER be disappointed!!! read more

My husband and I were in an accident and just figuring that we would settle with whatever the insurance company said. A friend of my husbands' suggested that we should call Rich Ichembaum with "Caputo and Van Der Walde,LLP. We are so grateful that we did! We could go on and on about the incredible care and job they did but you aren't looking for a book! They were professional, kind, compassionate and available! Not only did they answer any and every question, but they also helped us to know what questions needed to be asked. They have an incredible balance of professionalism, while at the same time, making you feel like you're talking with a friend! I couldn't say enough positive about our experience with them! No matter what circumstances you find yourself in these are the people you need to call!! read more

I recently had an amazing experience with Van Der Walde and Associates, and I highly recommend them. If you are someone who has a personal injury, please take the time to meet with them. The entire staff has a warm, caring side, with a side of sense of humor. I truly felt that they wanted the best for me, and weren't only worried about money. They were super responsive, and always called me back; regardless of how trivial or repetitive my questions may have been. In my situation, I had a case that was complex, with multiple parties, and a defendant who was not easy to work with. Van Der Walde and Associates never complained, nor gave up. They kept on working through things to find more and more details and witnesses to support my case. I truly felt that they were on my side. In the end, not only would I recommend them to anyone with a personal injury, but I would also consider them friends. How many lawyers would folks say that about? read more

Fantastic folks who saved my otherwise hopeless auto accident case. It was so disheartening to be injured and exhausted, but everyone at Van Der Walde was professional and thorough, explained everything along the way as I was utterly clueless about the insurance settlement process. They stuck by me the whole way, going above and beyond anything I would have expected from a lawyer. Thanks so much to all of you at Van Der Walde! read more

This law firm was very helpful with my case. Dan was very nice and he did everything he could to help me out. I felt very taken care of and I knew that I could trust them in getting me through the case. Everyone there is so friendly and helpful and it almost felt like a family environment. Dan is an amazing lawyer and I thank him for everything that he did for me. If you're looking for a reliable and trustworthy law firm, I would definitely recommend them. read more

Don Peeler is the man! I got in an accident where I was rear ended and shoved into two cars in front of me. Don was great at explaining everything and I would definitely contact him again in the future should I need his services again. Highly recommend! read more

Everyone at the firm was extremely helpful during what is normally a very complicated and convoluted process. I was injured in a motorcycle accident, and they took care of everything from day one in a quick and efficient manner. As someone who hates dealing with insurance companies and having to talk to them at all, I really appreciated them taking care of all the hard work and getting me a great settlement. Highly, highly recommend. read more

Paul Van Der Walde and his team bent over backwards to help me secure a fair and just settlement resulting from a serious car accident. He and his staff were genuinely warm and concerned about my emotional and physical welfare post-accident. He asked about my healing on a regular basis and kept after me to do my PT and not give up. He fought hard for renumeration and explained in detail the ins and outs of the insurance process. He was always professional and kind, a very rare combination indeed. I would recommend him to my closest friends and family. read more

Paul Van Der Walde and his entire staff made what could have been a horrible, drawn out process into one that was easy to navigate and ended satisfactorily. They were great about communicating everything clearly as we went through the process. I always felt like I knew what was going on and why, and they were very patient with my complete lack of experience and all my questions. While I hope to never need another personal injury lawyer, if I do, I would absolutely go to them first. read more

I've have revised my 1* rating made a few days ago to a 4* rating. Brenda called me afterwards and went out of her way to find an attorney for me. read more

Capitol and VanDerWalde is a very compassionate law firm that helps people who have been hurt. They helped me sort out an ankle break dealing with a big corporation. They took the time to give me good advice and helped me through the process guiding me in the right direction to obtain the largest settlement possible. read more

5 Stars for Van der Walde and Associates. Paul represented me in a slip and fall accident and from the moment I met Paul and his team until we reached a very fair and equitable settlement they were outstanding and great to work with. This team is highly proficient and professional and they are also ethical, principled people. Paul and his staff stayed on top of the situation, carefully explained all aspects of what I could expect and there we no surprises. They could not have done a better job for me and I recommend Van de Walde & Associates enthusiastically. read more

My experience with Paul couldn't have been worse. Very slow on responding to my questions, yet very fast on billing me for the answers. There are plenty of other lawyers in Yelp. Avoid this firm at all costs. read more

After being in accident where i could have easily been killed, i was told by my insurance company i would need to find a lawyer to represent me. After doing a lot of research i came across Van Der Walde & Associates. i was extremely nervous that i needed to find a lawyer to represent me, but from the very beginning they made everything very easy. My life has dramatically changed since the accident. i have undergone 2 major back surgeries in less than 3 years. It plays on one mentally, but Paul was there if i needed support or just a quick phone call. After both surgeries multiple people from the office would just call to check to on me, and i could tell it was genuine concern not just for a legal document. i would highly recommend this firm to anyone in need of a solid lawyer. Besides winning my case, and getting me taken care of appropriately. i have met people who have helped me get through some of the hardest moments in my life. Paul, Julia, Edlina, and Irma will always be people that mean a lot to me. read more

Me and my wife would always recommend Paul and his associates as one of the best law firms for personal injury cases. When we approached Paul, we were in real painful state ( my entire family has gone through a horrific time after a car accident, my wife was bed ridden and insurance company of responsible party had denied coverage) . Paul and his team not only made us comfortable, they were kind enough to research our complex case and give us a confidence of we getting a fair compensation. In the entire process, Paul and his associates showed their knowledge of law (both US and international), their negotiation skills with insurance company and off course their thorough professionalism in giving attention to minutest detail. Even though final settlement took a while , Paul and his team never gave up and supported us with right suggestion at each and every step. The end result is something me and my wife will always owe to Paul. read more