I cannot thank Lamano Law enough for the outstanding work they did on my case. After being pulled over by CHP on the freeway and charged with a DUI, I was extremely worried about my future, especially because I hold a commercial driver's license. From the very beginning, the team at Lamano Law was professional, knowledgeable, and reassuring. They handled every aspect of my case and provided excellent representation in court. Thanks to their hard work and expertise, my DUI charge was reduced to a wet reckless, which was a huge relief. I was placed on probation for two years, and once my probation was completed, Lamano Law successfully helped me get my case expunged. Most importantly, they helped protect my commercial driving license, which allowed me to continue working and supporting myself. Their dedication, communication, and results exceeded my expectations. If you are facing DUI charges and need a law firm that truly fights for its clients, I highly recommend Lamano Law. They made a difficult situation much more manageable and achieved an outcome I am incredibly grateful for. read more

Givelle Lamano talks the talk and walks the walk! I called to schedule a consultation and was lucky enough to get Givelle herself as my advisor. She was the most honest, knowledgeable, and clear attorneys that I have spoken to about my case by a large margin (including Claude and Chat GPT). She gave me the most actionable information possible and a very honest assessment that was extremely useful for me. She even supplied me with extra resources that I had not known of or considered. 100% recommend if you are looking for someone who knows what they are doing and what they are taking about. read more

Best attorney I spoke to. Other lawyers weren't as detailed. After speaking with the team and going over my case I knew I was in good hands. read more

I came across Lamano Law Office while searching for legal support during a difficult chapter in my life. I was on disability, with no income and limited resources, and hesitant to pay a consultation fee. But after speaking directly with Givelle, her clarity, compassion, and genuine care made me feel safe enough to invest in myself--despite how vulnerable I felt. She asked if I wanted to fight the DMV hearing to keep my license, explaining the cost and the low odds. I said yes--because I knew I was telling the truth and had advocated for myself at the time of the accident, even though I was terrified of the police. Her team, Manjula and Shawn, uncovered key evidence that validated my experience. Lamano Law Office won the DMV hearing. When it came time for court, Manjula and Justine were responsive, thorough, and deeply invested. They treated me like a person, not a case file--explaining every option, answering every question, and honoring my circumstances with care. Now that my case has come to a close, I can say the outcome surpassed anything I expected, especially after all the research I did and stories I'd heard from others. Manjula was a driving force in bringing it to that powerful close! Her dedication, clarity, and care made me feel supported every step of the way. I keep telling my friends and family: hiring Lamano Law Office was the best decision I made for myself. Even though I didn't have extra money to hire an attorney, I found a way and they worked with me every step of the way. If you're someone who's on the fence about seeking legal support, I hope my experience offers the reassurance you've been looking for. Lamano Law Office will always have my support, and I wish them continued success. To Givelle and the entire Lamano Law Office team--thank you from the bottom of my heart. Your belief in me, your fierce advocacy, and your unwavering care changed the course of my life. I'll never forget it. read more

Worst experience of my life. Lack of follow up, unorganized and absolutely doesn't take any feedback. The owner is got a bit unhinged when I asked for better follow up..Would have been better off going to court by myself. All she cares about is reviews...not the client. I waited to post this review because I was concerned about their vindictive nature (just wait until they reply to this post and you will see.) RUN away from these folks as fast as you can! read more

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I paid for a phone consultation, and I haven't hired them yet, but the quality of the phone consultation was much better than free consultations. I did lots of research before paying the fee because I was hesitant, but I was able to learn a lot from the call in addition to learning about the law firm. I was seeking legal representation for an incarcerated friend. I called the first time and found out that I have to pay for the consultation fee. After calling a couple other lawyers for free consultations and understanding the situation better I felt comfortable paying the fee. I called back a week later and gave the receptionist my info. She was able to schedule me in for a same day consultation with Givelle. Before the call I looked up her history and I was really happy that the primary attorney was calling me directly. Givelle took down some information and looked up my friends documents. She helped me better understand the charges. I told her what we are hoping for and we discussed payment plans. Honestly they're really expensive but they offer payment plans so it's something for me to consider. Givelle also provided me with lots of resources. I believe this phone call was better than free consultations because 1) the primary attorney called me directly 2) she actually looked up and read through the available documents 3) she gave me additional resources read more

Lamano Law is the only firm that has ever represented me, and their professionalism, timelines, courtesy, and results are the BEST in the business. My attorney, Manjula Martin, embodies all that (and more) whenever I need her to help me out of a tough spot. read more

I had an excellent experience with Manjula and Lamano Law. I got myself into a whole heap of trouble with a DUI and I feared the worst. I noticed that they had a lot of positive reviews online so I wasted no time in giving them a chance to work on my case and I thank God everyday that I did. Manjula and Lamano Law helped me get my life back on track . They are encouraging, honest, professional, punctual, direct, and compassionate. They got me the best possible out come that I could have asked for. They saved me a lot of time, stress, and headaches, by taking care of all of my court dates/issues. They directed me with exactly what I needed to do to fix my situation and I truly appreciate everything they have done for me. I would definitely recommend Manjula and Lamano Law to anyone that needs help getting out of a bad situation. They have excellent reviews for a reason. Thank you Manjula and Lamano Law! read more

Sooooooo, I was really nervous because I wanted to level up in life and get my record expunged, but I didn't know how to get started. I decided to call Lamano Law to get a consultation. During my consultation I spoke to Givelle Lamano. My consultation was supposed to be 15 minutes, but Ms. Lamano actually gave me 30 minutes of her time, and I am very grateful for that. She left me clear instructions and great advice on the next steps I need to do to get my record expunged. Thank you so much Ms. Lamano for caring and for being honest with me. I really appreciate it. I would definitely recommend this law firm.!!!!! I'm very pleased with the service they provided. 5 starts!!!! read more

Manjula went to bat for me in court and got me a heck of a deal, and Givelle has been likewise helpful and responsive. Do yourself two favors: 1) If you are charged, hire an attorney; and 2) Give Lamano Law a call and chat them up. They advised me how to conduct myself during my case, and gave me accurate expectations of how my case could pan out. I appreciate their candor and warmth. They're real and local - not a 1-800 lawyer who's going to send you a bunch of embarrassing junk mail after you click on their website. I'm more than happy with my experience with them. read more

The best and they really cared about me and my case and even followed up after we were done

Givelle Lamano gave an awesome and inspiring talk at a leadership summit I attended last weekend. She was sharp, concise, and engaging with the audience with her presentation, breakout activities, and Q&A. I believe the service she provides to anyone is high quality and is someone I would recommend. read more

This law firm is the best. manjula is just an amazing lawyer. could have not ask for a better Lawyer.

Had a great consultation with Givelle. She's honest, caring and ready to take time to understand the root cause of your issues. While it didn't work out for us (her focus in law was different from my needs) she took the time to help and put me in the right direction. I would highly recommend her to someone looking for a sharp, caring and personable lawyer. read more

Givelle listened, answered our questions, provided advice and set us at ease. 10/10 recommend reaching out to Lamano Law when you need a trusted and experienced attorney. read more

Attentive service, professional and competent staff, clear and upfront cost. Thank you read more

Plenty of other lawyers who won't charge a consultation fee. You can expect certain outcomes with most DUI cases (unless more complex) so the fact they're charging a consultation fee is such a waste of time read more

Givelle and her team got me out of a VERY difficult situation. I would highly recommend her and her team for anyone in Oakland that needs a solid attorney that actually cares about your case. read more

Absolutely fantastic support from Givelle and her team! Prompt responses to concerns and questions. Givelle connects with her clients in both professionally and personally. The compassion and empathy she has with my situation was awesome. The award of Best DWI Attorneys is well deserved!! read more

Working with the team at Lamano Law was an amazing experience. I had never needed legal help before, so I didn't know where to start. I was looking for firms through reviews, and I'm very grateful that I went with this team. Everyone I worked with was incredibly professional but also empathetic and compassionate, since my first consultation to the end of our services. They were extremely kind, helpful and informative throughout the process, so I felt well taken care of. Truly appreciate all the support I received from them! read more

Honest, helpful, and effective representation. She dealt with me fairly and decently, when others had tried to take advantage of me.

The team at Lamano Law was incredibly professional and helpful with my case. From the first conversation with paralegal Carolina Arana, I felt heard and taken care of. Carolina spent time discussing the details of my case and how Lamano Law could step in and help--later meeting with Givelle, who was very knowledgeable about what steps to take next in my case. Givelle and her team wasted no time; they quickly jumped on my case to ensure I was in good hands. Manjula was constantly in communication with me and Carolina would include me in the conversation of my case to discuss the pros and cons of decisions. I would highly recommend Lamano Law as they quickly settled my case, and made sure I received the best outcome. read more

My brief interactions with the Lamano law team made me understand why so many people gave them high reviews. I was looking for legal advice and reached out to Lamano Law. Not only did they get back to me quick but they were able to schedule me for an online consultation the same week on a Saturday since I was to busy with my job over the weekdays which was so convenient! These people are very active in getting you the help you need!!! I got the pleasure of speaking to Givelle and it turned out that my unique legal needs wasn't in their jurisdiction but she was still able to help by giving me 2 references to other lawyers that were perfect for the job. And not only that but when we spoke about my situation, she offered words of comfort that made me day better. At times I look back at my rap sheet and am hard on myself for making the mistake I made but Givelle made me feel like it was okay, everyone makes mistakes, we're all putting effort to making our situation better, and that it won't be the end of the world. In my experience 100% would give Lamano Law a call. Even if your case isn't in their field, they will still try to help lead you in the right direction. Looking forward to my next DUI so i can work with these people XD !!! read more

$250 for a consultation? No. I want to feel a relationship and your expertise in the subject matter.

We hired Lamano Law for one of our family members and have nothing but praise for this company and all of its amazing women! From the first phone call, through all the court dates and to the last phone call, we felt completely taken care of and in good hands. The legal process is daunting and scary so it's good to have a strong and caring team by your side and that's what you get here. Special thanks to Attorney Martin, Attorney Lamano, Carolina, and Molly for all of their great communication, we are forever grateful towards you. read more

I have nothing but positive things to say about Lamano Law Office. Recently sought legal advice from this boutique firm and I can totally see why they have so many stellar reviews on Yelp. As a legal professional myself, I immediately knew I had to talk to an attorney when I had some traffic related legal matters to deal with even after doing my own research on the California Transportation code. I did look at FindLaw and other attorney listings. But as an avid Yelper, I knew I could count on Yelp for finding reputable legal services as well. After requesting a quote on Yelp, the paralegal lady at Lamano Law Office called me right away. She took notes of the matter and arranged a free consultation for me immediately. A couple of hours later, I received a phone call from attorney Givelle. She first spent time carefully listening to me describing my legal matter and expressing my concerns. She then basically gave me a crash course on California criminal procedures and provided very insightful legal advice. When I looked at the clock, I was so surprised that she spent almost 45 mins on the phone providing service free of charge. AND her conclusion was that it was unnecessary to hire an attorney at the moment for the minor traffic matter I was involved in. If that doesn't show how genuine Givelle was and how much she cared about her clients, I don't know what does! At this day and age when money is everything, it's not easy to find good attorneys who are passionate about what they do and care about defending innocent people from the imperfect justice system. For that, I highly recommend Givelle and the Lamano Law Office. And I wish nothing but success to them. read more

I was fighting my first DUI case and had no idea how tough it would be without an attorney. As I was researching for great attorneys with great reviews Lamano Law office was the first one I came across. I called for a consultation and what I heard was real truth. They did not sugarcoat anything. I ended up hiring the team and they fought the case for me. In the end my charges were lowered which made me eligible to keep my Class A. I would definitely recommend the Lamano Law Group. read more

I cannot more highly recommend Lamano Law. I called them about an arrest that was over 20 years old. An arrest that didn't turn into a conviction. In fact it was thrown out by the judge! Yet it's followed me for years! They not only spent time on the phone with me talking me through everything I needed to know but they looked it up, recommended some other attorneys to work with since it wasn't in their jurisdiction (unlike I had thought). She spent WAY MORE time with me that was necessary especially since she wasn't paid for it. I can't thank them enough. read more

This is my 2nd time using Lamano Law and I must say they are the best! Thank you so much to Givelle, Mitchell, Molly, Mandela and the rest of the legal team! read more

We received excellent and professional service. Attorney Lamano and her staff are very respectful and walked us through the process. We definitely recommend and we received a positive outcome! Thank you!!!!! read more

The Lamano Law office has been nothing but above and beyond in representing me in my case. From the beginning up to the closing of my case, Givelle and her team (Molly and Attorney Manjula Martin and Mitchell Barraza) have been professional and very helpful and insightful. They answered every question I had in a timely manner and kept me in the loop as soon as any changes or events were happening with my case. And to top it off, they got me the best deal I could get out of my case! I highly recommend the Lamano Law firm to represent your corner because they will really fight for you. I truly appreciate them so much and what they do! read more

Attorney Givelle Lamano is as professional, bright, kind and knowledgeable as it can get! Her office picked up the phone right away and located my case that was almost 10 years old. She spent over 20 minutes on the phone with me explaining the step we will take to clear my record from a felony that has been haunting me for nearly a decade. I called nearly 30 other law firms who either didn't answer or were too busy to even talk to me. I seriously highly recommend her law firm if you want to get things done the right way! read more

I highly recommend this law firm. If you are looking for an office that is professional, maintains constant communication and explains every step of the way, this is the law firm you should hire. They did a wonderful job on our case and I felt my family was in good hands. I am more than completely satisfied. read more

I had a chance to speak with this firm regarding an old issue I had and they're simply no nonsense ,beating around the bush straight forward and very transparent.we ended up putting things on hold for the time being but even with that they were very informative and still tried to help me out and give me free advise read more

I consulted with Givelle and she is so personable and genuinely cares about those she interacts with. She gives you her undivided attention and is reflected in the quality of advice you receive from her. I highly recommend her and her team for any of your legal needs! read more

Keydon Levy, Attorney at Law and team, including Molly McDermott, paralegal, handled our case this year. They achieved a win for my husband, which was huge for him. Keydon was warm, patient and provided explanations about the issues and the proceedings surrounding the case in a super timely and understandable way. Molly was wonderful as his paralegal. I would advise not to hesitate- Lamano Law firm is what you hope you get when searching for representation. read more

Attorney Givelle Lamano was a true pleasure to work with. She is kind, compassionate, professional, strategic, and knowledgable to give you advice on your situation. She is patient and clear in her communication. She was able to give me a free initial consultation that many attorneys charge money for. Above all, Lamano Law clearly cares about their clients and wants the best for you. read more

When i felt like my life was in shambles and called a jail mail lawyer. They made me feel like my life was over after a mistake made. making me feel non-human and like I was worthless I knew there would be a law firm out there that truly cared on helping people who make mistakes have a second opportunity to be reformed and fix their mistakes and continue being part of the community. Enter Lamano Law. from the initial consultation , I knew Givelle was not here to play and was ready to defend me and take my side no matter what was discussed from our consultation. She did not make any promises but was very concrete with how my case would play out. Givelle was also very transparent in how things could potentially play out but made sure ALL questions were answered with so much detail leaving nothing unanswered. At this point I knew this was the law firm for me and I knew I had someone on my corner that believed in giving people the second chance they deserve and had the compassion and empathy to have me feel hope! and to also show me that this one mistake doesn't define me nor you! if you're reading this. Once I knew that this will be the law firm for me I was introduced to my Attorney. The GREAT Attorney Manjula Martin! The values of Lamano Law are not just shown in the initial consultation but are shown all the way to home stretch! From my initial hearing Attorney Martin ensured I was taken care of, giving me precise detail and walked me through step by step on how my case was being handled and how it will be handled. Effective and transparent communication with follow ups usually and hour after court and if there were any times we had to speak over the phone to discuss updates regarding my case, she made sure it was at a time that was not only beneficial to her but to the both of us. Seeing her take the podium time after time to help me get the best results and making sure nothing was left out to help in my case brought joy to my soul as neared the conclusion to the case. After the long hard fought battle, I'm am pleased to say that we managed to obtain the best outcome for my case (which I personally will not disclose as I prefer it stay confidential) Not only did we obtain a great outcome but it exceeded my expectations. Avoiding prison time and partnering with LCA to still be able to continue to see my family, pets and work. I'm so grateful I came across Lamano Law and hope they can change and enrich peoples lives with pending cases as they did with me. Thank you greatly to Attorney Givelle Lamano, Attorney Manjula Martin, and soon to be Attorney Molly McDermott! Special Thanks to Molly. An amazing paralegal that was there everyday when a question arose and whenever there was any documentation needed, she was always one step ahead. I couldn't have asked for better support and I know you'll do amazing things! Overall, Lamano Law is the definition of a dream team. Results, Care, Compassion, Empathy, Professionalism. Characteristics not seen in any other law firm I have came across and reviewed. Lamano Law is a complete package and I'm glad I was able to have them all in my corner. Thank you once again! read more

First off it started with you are late for your consultation and your lawyer may not be able to do it today and possibly have to pay another consultation fee that's when I proceeded to tell my story and a real human over the phone That is very empathetic and sympathetic She went above and beyond knowing that the answer would most likely be you have to pay the consultation over again and reschedule thank God this was not the case I was able to be heard and got really good advice not only on my legal issues at hand but also some really heartfelt good advice when it comes to life attorneys and all their help are top notch I definitely wouldn't want anybody else on my side Givelle was straight to the point OnPoint and had all the information and answers to everyone of my questions she was fast thorough and she actually took a Minute or so to give us great advice save us money and let us know that there is actually genuine people on this earth that still care about one another but what does law firm did for us today can't can't be paid back With any currency only helping out others in the situation Givelle helped me grow as a human A helps B and A gets better!! God bless keep up the good work and have a epic day!! read more

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Attorney Lamano is fantastic! She is attentive and makes sure he clients concerns are addressed! Really felt satisfied with her work and going above and beyond, definitely worth choosing. read more