I cannot recommend Michael Blackburg at Blacksburg Law enough. Estate planning can be a daunting…read moreprocess, but Michael made it incredibly approachable. From our first meeting, he was warm, friendly, and genuinely willing to spend as much time as we needed to understand the details. What impressed us most was his ability to think through scenarios we hadn't even considered. He didn't just fill out forms; he really looked at our specific situation and helped us plan for 'what-ifs' that were completely off our radar. If you are looking for an attorney who is thorough, patient, and a pleasure to work with, look no further than Michael.

Michael Blackburg and teams attention to detail was amazing! Anytime we had questions regarding…read moreour Estate Planning one of his colleagues either Liz, Allyson or Stephanie were quick to respond. I highly recommend Michael Blackburn and team.

Erika completed my Living Trust after a thorough review of my special needs. My Trust was…read moreunusually complicated because I wanted to bequeath my estate to a large number of family and non family beneficiaries. Because I am visually impaired,, she needed to spend more time than usual carefully explaining the law and the process. I think what makes Erika effective is her attention to detail, responsiveness and personal engagement. She is a pleasure to work with.

My wife and I had met with Erica twice. She said it would be easy; but, received her addendum with…read moreerrors in September 2025. Multiple requests to meet with her to complete/correct addendum had failed. Sent her certified letter and no response. It's been 8 months. Need to file complaint against her with the Bar and Better Business Bureau.

Our experience with Mari started out great, but then communication became more and more sparse. We…read morewere SO close to completing paperwork when she simply stopped returning our messages. The last step was for her to send in the completed papers and that was 5 months ago. Very disappointed.

Update: I received…read moreMarizen's private message and her request to edit or remove my review--this request was notably left off her public comment as noted in the screenshot attached. Since the 2 stars (which equates to the "[service] could've been better") were due to the unprofessionalism and inattentiveness shown (not due to her being an LDA), I have no reason to change my rating or delete my review. TL;DR: Marizen is NOT a lawyer. She is a Legal Document Assistant that cannot provide you with legal advice. She is a significantly affordable option for a Living Trust but she is unprofessional and has poor attention to detail-- key characteristics that are paramount to detailing an important document. Details: I left a Living Trust inquiry via her site and Marizen emailed me back within 1 day to "text" her back for a scheduled over-the-phone consult. Upon speaking with Marizen it was clear she did not take the time to review the few questions I had sent her in my initial inquiry as she was confused as to what the consult would primarily be regarding. Her rates were significantly less than what other competing services were offering which raised an orange flag for me. Upon further research, I realized Marizen was NOT a lawyer, but rather a "Legal Document Assistant (LDA)." According to the CA Attorney General, LDAs cannot give legal advice. This was my first encounter with an LDA, which allowed me the opportunity to do the necessary research to make a more educated investment. Had Marizen gotten back to me with the necessary next steps and questionnaire as she had promised (it's been over 1.5 weeks), I may have considered her as a possible option to complete my Living Trust needs. But if you are looking for a more affordable option, perhaps Marizen is a good fit for you.

Mr. Ferris did our Trust/Will. So Happy with his services. 1. it was fast ,but the nicest thing was…read morethat he put all the cost upfront. No surprises He always responded promptly and really knows his stuff. Would recommend him in a heart beat. Also his Notary was very nice and accommodating. Thank you so much Susanne & Andy

I'm glad I came into contact with Mr. Ferris. He took over my probate case and handled things…read moreexceptionally well despite the circumstances we were put in due to my previous attorney not doing his job. Mr. Ferris was easy to work with, great communication, and always has the best interest for his clients. I would definitely recommend him!

We completed our estate planning process with Jelena - she was clear, communicative, and explained…read moreevery step in excellent detail. Highly recommended!

TL;DR? Jelena's a fantastic attorney who provides patient and informative guidance as you work…read morethrough an estate plan together. I was on the lookout for a new attorney to help me update a prior estate plan after getting married last year, having found my previous attorney well-informed, but not as communicative and articulate/descriptive as I would have liked for the answers I was seeking. I came across Jelena and several other attorneys through my legal insurance network, and after having had an initial chat with them all, found it pretty easy to move forward with her, having appreciated how well she communicated her ideas and suggestions, as well as the particular guidance path she recommended. A few forms and meetings later, my plan was done and updated, and seemingly (to my untrained legal eye) much more comprehensive than my prior one. After everything is complete, she'll send you docs that are easy to update as needed, as well as detailed instructions for any next steps needed to finish documenting/setting up your estate. Overall, she's a great attorney to work with, who's well-informed and willing to explain whatever you have questions about, but also very honest about when she doesn't know the answer to something, which she'll also quickly research and follow up with you on: something far more preferable than a professional that'd just pretend to know everything. Highly recommend!

We needed to redo our estate documents. Most attorneys we checked out wanted 3x what Mary Gemma…read moreO'Keeffe ended up charging us AND it was clear she knew exactly what to do to fix what we needed fixed (and why). She was also super fast. Good, fast, and inexpensive! What else would one want in an attorney?

Gemma did my husband's living trust and will as well as mine. She is fantastic, patient and…read morethorough. She also did my elderly mother's and my older brother's living trust and will. I highly recommend Mary Gemma O'Keeffe for any and all estate planning. She is well worth what ever she charges because of her kindness and amazing amount of knowledge. Whenever someone asks me who I would recommend for this kind of assistance, I always give them Gemma O'Keeffe's name, phone number, and address. In my book, five star plus.

I have had the most positive experience working with Irina. She assisted my wife and I in having…read moreour estate plan drafted - we had 3 meetings - during which Irina took her time to sit down with us to explain how the process was going to work, to review our goals, and to discuss her fees, which are very reasonable, by the way (we have called around before deciding to hire Irina.) The signing meeting was easy and pleasant. Irina continued to chat with us, while notarizing our documents. Now our family is protected. Thank you, Irina!

Avoid this firm. They are completely incapable of getting things done…read more We tried working with them for nearly two years to establish a trust via our employer's LegalEASE network. It was a massive waste of time. The firm is plagued by constant delays, non-existent responsiveness, and a total lack of any strategic plan. After two years of dragging their feet, we finally gave up and hired a new lawyer to start the entire process over from scratch. Do not work with them--go find someone else who is actually competent.

From intake to execution seamless (intake form, calendaring, follow up, follow through, edits,…read moreperspectives, scenarios). Sarah, Kate, Christian, Naomi, are all rockstars in their own right. Excellent experience with a legal plan, great outcomes, and on point value. Thank you for making the process seamless!

I want to sincerely thank the incredible team at Summerall Law for all their help and support…read more They've provided us with outstanding customer service and are truly wonderful people to work with. They're A++++. Their dedication genuinely reflects the company's core values--a special shout-out to Ms. Sarah, Naomi, and Christian for their fantastic assistance and support. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend this company to all my family and friends

Great experience with John Saadeh Law Firm. Professional, responsive, and very helpful throughout…read morethe process. Highly recommend their services!Union/Franklin

I had contacted Saadeh in regarding an issue I had and he was very professional and expertly…read moreanswering all my questions. I absolutely recommend contacting with Saadeh for legal needs. Thank you.

Service is everything to me. You always remember how people make you feel. This is the second time…read moreI use the services of Bay Area Legal Ally. Joe is responsive, knowledgeable and to the point. I appreciate all the work he put into my case while he ensured I focused on my recovery. He humanized me to me that was priceless. Joe, thank you for everything you did last time and now this time. You truly are my ally.

After my car accident, I was looking for a personal injury representative, and I'm so glad I found…read moreBay Area Legal Ally in Daly City. Joseph was incredibly helpful and knowledgeable throughout the entire process. Communication was always prompt and clear, which I really appreciated during a stressful time. Thanks to their expertise, I feel confident I'm getting the maximum compensation I deserve. If you need legal assistance, especially for personal injury, I highly recommend them! Conclusion: great guy, great value!