Tara supported me and my brothers after the passing of my parents and through the probate process,…read moreand we give her the highest marks and recommendations. Probate is long and cumbersome. However, Tara makes it simple and the least amount painful. She takes you through it step-by-step explaining the whys behind it all. She is the most responsive professional I have ever engaged with, which says a lot about the level of service she provides. We had such a positive experience with her, that my brother engaged Tara to facilitate the development of his living trust. He shared how easy Tara made that process as well. If you are in need of the legal services Tara offers, I highly suggest you work with her.

Although my case was not right for Ms. Burd, she e mailed me some references and was so helpful!read more

I don't find myself drawn to write reviews, but this experience comes as a welcomed exception…read more Recently I was up against a time-sensitive tax matter and found myself in a chase to find counsel to quickly assist. I had spotted the firm's name a number of times in years past on San Diego billboards but beyond that I was unfamiliar with RJS. Thankfully, when I dialed their offices I was met with an immediate warm greeting and full attention to my matter. What followed was a refreshing exchange with one of their attorneys. At the time I was traveling overseas and their team managed to make my top priority, their priority - working with my time zone challenges, panicky manner (never want to be on the opposing side of the FTB), and my half-baked understanding of the underlying issue. Their team was thorough, efficient, and above all informative and calming. What felt like a gigantic mountain to climb became a matter that together we resolved. Grateful for the professionalism and personal care shared with me. I don't wish for any future tax issues, but if issues arise in the future, I know whose shoulder I'm leaning on for trustworthy counsel. Thank you, Team RJS. JTA

I filled out their form for a tax audit situation. Chris called me and left me a VM, text, and an…read moreemail for a follow-up. I called him back and he was so sweet, kind, and a great listener. He really gave sound advice and was upfront about the costs to work with them. My audit was too small to justify the cost, BUT I would've paid for their services if my audit was in the tens and thousands. I really appreciate you, Chris. You really helped us out today and took the stress away by giving me the steps - which were way easier than I thought. Thanks for making it simple to understand.

I met Ashley Teague a few years ago while looking for an estate planning attorney. Of the…read moreattorneys we contacted she was most responsive and friendly. We had a lot of questions and it took us a while to make our final plans but she was very helpful, patient and informative along the way. Over the years I've had to ask Ashley questions and she's been able to assist me with other legal matters. In my current profession, I work with lawyers on a regular basis and Ashley is one of my favorite. She is very detail oriented and easy to work with. I would recommend Teague Law to any friends that have estate planning needs.

I have worked with Ashley many times. She is a very knowledgeable and thorough as a estate planning…read moreor probate attorney. She is quick to respond to clients, and always has a great attitude. Customer Service is her main focus. Always giving her clients amazing service. I highly recommend her.

Amazing attorney has helped me and several of my colleagues with our Trust documents. I highly…read morerecommend her. I don't recommend any other attorney when it comes to all things related to Trust . She's very personable and professional.

My wife and I worked with Brianna for trust planning as we purchased a new home. She was excellent…read more Her level of communication was the best, and she walked us through the process. She was very accommodating and also kept us on track as we navigated everything we were working on! She worked quickly and got everything taken care of.

The team at Lancier is top notch. This is my second time setting up a living trust so I have the…read moreprevious experience to compare with confidence. Very friendly, thorough, progressional, and caring. My wife and I feel relieved to know our assets are protected correctly.

I wanted to discuss a unique situation as my estate includes out of state real estate and sought…read moreadvise on how to best be protected from expensive and nightmarish probate costs and delays and the tax advantages of having a living trust. After speaking with an estate planning attorney at the firm, I was left very impressed by the depth of knowledge, patience and commitment to understanding the unique issues presented. They took the time to throroughly explain and answer my myriad of questions. I also liked that their only focus is estate planning and so I'd recommend to anyone to consider for their estate planning needs.

This is the best legal team in California! They always know…read morewhat buttons to press to get the best results! Not only am I a client, I refer all my clients to Hoffman and Forde knowing they will take care of my clients and get the very best results! Thank you Schuler and Dan!

Working with Hoffman & Forde -- specifically Mike Dicks -- was one of the most frustrating…read moreprofessional experiences I've ever had. My sister and I hired the firm to represent us in a construction defect case involving our home. At first, our case was assigned to a junior attorney. When that attorney left the firm, Mike Dicks took over. From that point on, the entire process became far more stressful and chaotic than it needed to be. Instead of feeling like our attorney was advocating for us, it constantly felt like we were being pressured, dismissed, or talked down to. Any time we asked questions or pushed back on changes, we were treated as if we were the problem. One of the most maddening patterns was being told that parts of the settlement agreement were "final." We were repeatedly told we could not make further changes. Then the defense would make additional changes anyway, and suddenly those changes were allowed. When we asked questions about those changes, we were told we were jeopardizing the deal. This happened over and over again and created constant confusion about what was actually finalized and what wasn't. Another major issue was the lack of attention to detail. We provided extensive documentation of the problems with our house, including photos and written descriptions. Despite that, several critical issues were not properly addressed in the settlement scope. My sister repeatedly had to review and redline documents herself just to correct errors or omissions that should have been caught by our attorney. A perfect example involves two large floor-to-ceiling windows. Multiple experts who walked through the house suspected those windows were leaking, but we did not yet have clear documentation of water intrusion. Then, right around the time we were being pushed to sign earlier versions of the settlement agreement, a storm came through. During that storm my sister was able to record water visibly running down the inside of one of the windows. Despite that evidence, those windows were still not included in the final settlement scope, even though they were clearly part of the water intrusion issues affecting the property. The office also seemed extremely disorganized. We were asked multiple times for documents we had already provided. Outdated versions of the settlement agreement were circulated and referred to as the final version. At times it genuinely felt like no one was carefully reviewing the documents being sent to us. We were also repeatedly told the defendants were essentially insolvent and that we needed to accept the settlement because there was no money to pursue. When we asked how that determination had been made, the only documentation referenced was a financial disclosure sheet completed by the defendant himself listing limited assets. We were never informed if the actual business's financial records had been reviewed. Throughout all of this, the firm's partner, Daniel Forde, was copied on many of the communications but never stepped in to address the obvious problems. To be clear, the construction work that is now being completed at the property has addressed many of the defects. In fact, the damage turned out to be so extensive that the contractors ultimately ended up doing far more work than what was originally contemplated in the settlement. But that outcome came despite the legal representation, not because of it. What should have been professional legal guidance instead turned into months of unnecessary stress, confusion, and frustration. Far too often it felt like we were the ones doing the detailed review work while also paying legal fees. If you are considering hiring Hoffman & Forde, I strongly recommend asking very direct questions about who will actually handle your case and how closely documents will be reviewed before anything is finalized. Our experience with Mike Dicks was chaotic, exhausting, and deeply disappointing.

Do you have a narcissist husband or ex? If so, this is your attorney! My ex used the court system…read moreto over litigate to financially harm me and break me down. Ms Perez dealt with him along with his narc attorney with class and facts. She is completely focused on keeping finances low while attacking the opposing counsel with facts. She has high integrity and respect for my growing issues in court. I would highly recommend Ms Perez if you have a high conflict case and are struggling with finances. I am so proud that she is representing me!!

My Experience With Family Law Attorney Kerensa Perez…read more Good evening to everyone reading my review. This review reflects my personal experience, firsthand observations, and concerns regarding family law attorney Kerensa Perez. My experience was deeply disappointing. From our first interaction, I felt unwelcome, and throughout the case, I became increasingly concerned about how the people involved were treated and whether the children's best interests were being prioritized. I also had concerns about billing discrepancies involving increases of $1,000 to $2,000. In my experience, when these concerns were questioned, I felt that my treatment changed negatively. More disturbing were allegations involving my sibling's child, who was 15 at the time. The child told me and their parent that Kerensa Perez had threatened them with juvenile detention if they told the judge something contrary to what she wanted them to say. I cannot independently verify every detail, but I believe the child's account deserves serious consideration. Afterward, I observed a significant change in the child's demeanor. They became more withdrawn, and I was concerned about the effect the experience had on their confidence and willingness to speak up for themselves. I also recall the child telling me and their parent that Kerensa Perez said, "In life, we don't always get what we want, and this is a good lesson for you." Given the circumstances described to us, I found this statement particularly upsetting. I later emailed Kerensa Perez to express my concerns about what I believed was poor case management and unacceptable conduct. In response, she threatened me with a restraining order. I did not threaten violence; I expressed my opinion based on my observations and what had been communicated to me. I am willing to share screenshots of the correspondence with identifying and confidential information appropriately redacted so others can review the exchange and form their own opinions. Based on my experience, I encourage anyone considering hiring this attorney to research their options carefully, ask detailed questions about billing, and ensure their concerns are heard and addressed. Clear communication, transparency, and a genuine commitment to children's best interests should be important considerations when choosing legal representation. This experience has left me deeply disappointed. I believe the handling of this case negatively affected my relationship with my sibling's child and contributed to the child's loss of confidence during an already difficult period. My name is Josue, and this review reflects my personal experience, observations, and concerns.

Alanna and her team were so easy to work with. Assembling our Living Trust initially felt…read moreoverwhelming, but Alanna so clearly laid out every step, that the process was remarkably seamless from start to finish. She was very accessible, thoroughly answered all of our questions along the way and now that it\'s complete, we have peace of mind knowing that our estate is in order. You can tell that she actually cares deeply about the people she serves. We will be a client for life.

My family used Conscious Legal to set up a trust and will. Their process was extremely…read morecomprehensive and family centered. Not only were all our questions answered, the step by step process they have created really makes things user friendly. No one ever wants to talk about what happens if the worst happens, and Alana and Liz made it so comfortable. I highly recommend their services.

My lawyer in this firm was Anne Rudolph. I cannot say enough great things about Anne…read more Anne was professional and efficient. All things were explained in terms that I understood. Communication was quick and concise. Our plan was organized in its approach and execution Anne proved to be knowledgable and trustworthy. I will actually miss her now my case has come to an end Anne is the lawyer you want in your corner for any trust or estate issues.

One could not ask for an attorney more knowledgeable and pleasant to work with than Anne Rudolph…read more joni S

Honestly, overall, Nate Moore was fantastic. Very thorough, tried to take his time in…read moreunderstanding, incredibly empathetic, and an excellent negotiator in dealing with my difficult ex and brother. Craig Candlelore I interacted with less but he was also understanding and cared about seeing the case through properly. I really appreciate your team handling my divorce and am so glad it is DONE! Mens legal isn't just for men. Women can definitely come here too and I really appreciated how they handled my case.

Francisco and team at The Men's Legal Center are top notch. I was going through a difficult…read moresituation and the team helped me navigate the process and yielded favorable results that I was not expecting. They are consummate professionals and were fully prepared and encouraging with solid advice throughout the process. I would highly recommend them to anyone who wants a strong team behind them.