I was looking for an attorney when I came across EmClara Law and Ms. Melissa Bright, Esq. on Yelp…read more She actually came up as one of the top 10 attorneys in the area, so I decided to take a chance and give her a call. I was pleasantly surprised when she answered the phone herself. I explained my situation to her, and she spoke to me as a human being first, before even treating me as a client. I'm a newer entrepreneur building my business, so I really appreciated that Ms. Bright works with entrepreneurs who are in the early stages of their journey. I was dealing with a contract that I needed legal advice on, and she helped me take a step back and separate my emotions from the situation so I could make a more informed decision. She was incredibly pleasant, understanding, honest, and real throughout our conversation, and that conversation gave me the clarity I needed to take the next step. I also really love that EmClara Law is a woman-owned firm. As a newer entrepreneur, I found Ms. Bright's extensive experience working across big law, tech startups, and global corporations especially valuable. Her background gave her a perspective that felt very relevant to the situation I was navigating, and I really appreciated the knowledge and guidance she brought to our conversation. I would definitely work with Melissa Bright, Esq. again in the future for any legal matters concerning my business. I truly appreciate having someone like her in my corner as I continue on this journey. I highly recommend reaching out to her if you're an entrepreneur looking for an attorney who will take the time to listen, understand your situation, and give you honest guidance.

I went to Emclara for a legal matter and was very happy with how they handled my case and the…read moreoutcome. Ms. Bright was the lawyer who handled my case, and she was professional, gave me detailed explanation, and executed the law well. She even received a public accolade from the Judge for her preparation and knowledge of the law during a motions hearing. I recommended Emclara to 2 of my friends/family, and they were also happy with their interaction with this law firm. I recommend Emclara and would not hesitate to use them again.

I had several conversations with Olesya regarding a difficult trust & will issues. Olesya was…read moreaccessible, prompt, and very helpful.

Losing a family member can turn your life upside down. Then it goes into probate, which you have no…read moreidea what to do. We reached out to Olesya Sidorkina for help. She was very professional and friendly, and willing to help. She always kept in touch whether it was email text or a phone call to see how we were doing. She always explained everything along the way, and it made our lives easier. She is a very trustworthy Professional. Wendy, and I highly recommend Olesya

Roxan Kerr is an amazing attorney! I highly recommend her firm for all of your legal needs. She…read moretakes the time to explain the pros and cons of every decision so the client can make an informed decision. Her knowledge and expertise is commendable. She is thorough, diligent, and consistently prioritizes her clients' best interests. Roxan Kerr's approach is both professional and personable, making her an outstanding choice for anyone in need of legal services. Whether you're facing a complex legal issue or just need straightforward advice, you can trust her to guide you with clarity and integrity. Her dedication to her clients and her deep understanding of the law truly set her apart in the legal field.

I had a great consultation with Attorney Kerr. She has a lot of experience with landlord and tenant…read morematters and real estate in DC. I would recommend her as an attorney.

I had the absolute pleasure of working with Ms. Turley on a complex legal matter. From our first…read moremeeting, Ms. Turley demonstrated she was highly knowledgeable. Ms. Turley communicated promptly and clearly. She is incredibly professional, reliable and thorough. Her efforts lead to a successful resolution for which we are incredibly grateful. I couldn't recommend Ms. Turely enough for highly skilled legal representation.

Sara Turley absolutely changed my life with her affordable, timely legal services in DC. Thanks to…read moreher help, I was able to quickly resolve a nasty neighbor stalking case. She was knowledgeable in housing law, disability rights, and the ins and outs of domestic violence cases. Plus, she had sensible retainers and clear invoices. I definitely know who I'm calling again if I ever need counsel in the future! I highly recommend her.

A difficult & abused feeling experience with this firm…read more I needed legal help to process the estate of my deceased mother. I ended up wasting six months and about $4K, paid in fees, with no outcome with Geller Law. I was first requested to have a mandatory paid initial consultation session to go over my legal help needed. I was introduced to Julie S. during this session. After describing my specific case & needs, she informed me that Geller Law can handle my case. What followed was months of emotional stress & redundant conversations with the staff of this firm that yielded no results. It became clear to me that they didn't know how to legally handle my case. Some staff members were argumentative & appeared trying to take advantage of this emotional situation for me. There were redundant conversations that I was later billed for. I concluded that this firm is not the choice that can handle my case professionally. I terminated my work with them. The new law firm I selected to handle my case turned out to be more knowledgeable for my case. And, more compassionate with me. The process was handled smoothly & professionally to completion.

Mr. Robert Miller was a great guide. Frank Papa who handled my case directly is a 5 star World…read moreclass Attorney. You continue to follow through and help me well past the engagement. I could not recommend the Geller firm or Frank Papa more highly

Kerri is both a caring and very knowledgeable trust snd estate attorney. From the first call you…read moreknow that she cares deeply about her clients and that she'll work hard to make sure everything goes well. Highly recommended!

I have confidently referred clients to Kerri for years knowing that she places their interests…read morefirst. I find her to not only be knowledgeable in her field, but through strong communication skills takes the time to address and explain topics in easily understood terms. This ability to communicate complex subjects effectively should not be overlooked! She has a calm yet upbeat demeanor and is without hesitation someone I would trust.

Top notch firm, hands down. Did my company's incorporation, trademark, and NDA documents. Consult…read morethem when we have a contract, especially with tricky IP clauses. When we want the best, we go to them. Heard fantastic things from those in my circle about other practices within the firm, but mine experience is with the IP and business group.

I would strongly suggest staying away from this law firm. I spent a year working with them and had…read morewhat I believe to be false promises and radically high billing throughout the entire process. In the end they delivered less than I ever would have expected and I could not be more disappointed.

There is no question in my mind my children are healthy and safe today because of the immediate and…read moredecisive actions Laila Raheen took following a troubling situation that put my children at risk. Earlier this year, I found myself in an incredibly difficult position. Due to unexpected and unfortunate mental health issues with my ex-wife, I believed my children were no longer safe in the current custody agreement we had. I did not know what I could do or what my options were, but knew I needed to act immediately to protect my children. Ms. Raheen had represented me during my divorce three years prior. During that time, I had gained a great deal of trust and respect for Ms. Raheen and her paralegal Taryn Arp. Three years later when my children's safety became a concern, I immediately called Ms. Raheen again and requested her help. I was pleased to learn that even though several years had passed since my divorce, Ms. Raheen was still familiar with the facts of my case and she was prepared to tell me my options. She was decisive and acted quickly to move my children legally into my custody until we could ensure their safety. In addition, I also had Jennifer Huchler and Paralegal Taryn Arp working on my case. I valued Ms. Huchler's input and was confident in the work she did on my behalf. Ms. Huchler and Ms. Raheen were knowledgeable experts I could trust to safely voice my concerns to and ask questions of during our meetings. They were all easily accessible, quick to respond, and always thoughtful with my time. This was a difficult case with complicated issues. Ms. Raheen always made keeping my kids safe her number one priority, and she produced results that did exactly that. I am so grateful for the work done by Ms. Raheen, Ms. Huchler, and Ms. Arp.

Honestly, if I could give 0 stars, I would…read more Whatever you do, don't hire this firm. They are extremely expensive and, in my experience, seemed more focused on billing than on helping their clients. I worked with Teddi and Sunny, and I regret my decision. I spent over $12,000 on my case and was repeatedly told they could handle it. I shared how serious and urgent my situation had become, but I felt very little was done to move my case forward. After my first court hearing, they chose to withdraw from representing me, which was both surprising and disappointing. Another frustrating issue was being billed for reviewing and responding to numerous emails sent by the opposing parties. Even though I wasn't the one initiating those communications, I was still charged for the time spent addressing them, which significantly increased my legal fees. After hiring a new attorney, I was told that my case should have been handled differently. Looking back, I wish I had known more about the firm's experience with family law before retaining them. Had I known, I would have chosen different representation from the beginning. This was my personal experience, and unfortunately, I cannot recommend this firm. For the amount I paid, I expected far better communication, advocacy, and results.