Carolyn is a wonderful attorney and a supportive, understanding human being. I am truly grateful…read morethat I had the opportunity to work with her. I spoke with several attorneys before making my decision, and from our very first phone call I could tell she was different. She did not rush the conversation or treat it like just another case, she listened carefully, understood the details of my situation, and provided thoughtful, practical advice right away. That first call lasted more than half an hour, and after it, I knew I wanted her to represent me. My divorce case was long and challenging, and Carolyn was exceptional throughout the entire process. She handled many responsibilities beyond what was expected and always remained solution-focused. At times, the mediator and the opposing attorney were difficult to work with, and there were even moments when it felt like she was doing more than her share just to keep the process moving forward. She was always accessible, I could reach her quickly whenever needed, we spent hours discussing important details, and she consistently responded to my emails in minutes. I was going through an extremely difficult time financially and emotionally, and Carolyn was incredibly supportive. Even during periods when I struggled to make payments, she continued to work hard and never pressured me. In fact, there were times when she first asked whether I was financially okay before even mentioning her fees. That says a lot about her character, she is not money-centered; she genuinely cares about her clients as people. There were moments when I shared my sadness and emotional struggles, and she was supportive like a friend and, at times, almost like a therapist. She guided me with honesty and professionalism, sometimes telling me things that were difficult to hear, but that honesty is exactly what makes her such an exceptional attorney. She does not sugarcoat reality; she is direct, logical, and always focused on achieving the best possible outcome. In the end, we were able to reach an agreement, and my divorce is now finalized. I truly owe this result in large part to Carolyn's dedication, intelligence, and steady guidance. I would highly recommend her to anyone who needs not only a highly skilled and successful attorney, but also a genuinely kind and compassionate human being.

Carolyn breaks legalese down and makes it understandable…read more She attentive, she moves efficiently, and she's thorough. She drafted a prenup for my partner and I that we both felt really good about and helped us go through the process without losing our minds. :) She's friendly and curious and thoughtful to boot - it's nice to work with someone who's both very professionally competent and also kind.

I can not say enough about Sarah. She was very quick to respond to all my questions and very…read morereassuring. I felt completely in good hands during my son's court case. Highly recommend her!

Sarah Welch was absolutely amazing. Out of all the lawyers I have worked with in the past, she was…read moreby far the easiest to get in touch with. I almost always heard back within a few hours at most, which to me, was above and beyond. She was not only incredibly responsive, but also gave me a lot of details, was proactive about my case and all actions leading up to it, and it was very clear that she cared about me and my case, and didn't take it lightly, even though it seemed like it would be a fairly simple win. She reached out to me regarding things I should be doing to be prepared and was 100% on top of everything. She was personable and kind as well, which was an added bonus. I also felt that the cost was reasonable and fair. Frankly, with other lawyers and firms in the past, I have paid MUCH more for MUCH less. I don't think that I could be any more pleased with her service or the firm as a whole. Even if the judge had not ruled in my favor, I believe I would feel exactly the same way. It has been just over a month since my court date and I have already referred two friends to their firm. Their cases don't fall under the type that Sarah handles, however I was so impressed by all the staff I interacted with, that I am confident in the ability of all of their lawyers. I wholeheartedly give Sarah Welch the highest recommendation possible.

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

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.

Liz did our estate planning with us a few years ago. I'll be calling her again soon to ensure our…read moredocs are still up to date in accord with current estate and tax law. Ably assisted by her indispensable right hand, paralegal Carla Solomon, she patiently and attentively works with you to ascertain your estate planning needs, proposes work to be done with clearly articulated fixed fees, and delivers an impressive, comprehensive, customizable product. We have been very pleased. Now, if you are looking for a bargain, look elsewhere, because Liz is not cheap, but the value is there. Competent estate planning can save a lot of money and considerable conflict and heartache for you and your heirs. We will confidently trust her with estate planning and other elder law requirements for ourselves and our family in the future.

Liz is a compassionate and skilled estate and elder law attorney. She and her staff provide a…read moregreat services to families. Liz also does a great job of effectively explaining the complexities of the important legal factors you need to consider. I would recommend Liz and her team to anyone.

I am incredibly grateful to my lawyer, Maria, for her hard work, dedication, and support throughout…read moremy case. She fought for me when I was facing the possibility of losing my home and helped me achieve the outcome I was hoping for, the ability to remain in my home. Maria was knowledgeable, professional, and committed to protecting my rights every step of the way. She took the time to understand my situation, guided me through a stressful and difficult process, and made sure my voice was heard. Thanks to her representation and determination, we won my case. I would highly recommend Maria to anyone looking for an attorney who genuinely cares about her clients and is willing to fight for them.

Ms. Patente is not only knowledgable within the legal field, but an amazing listener! She listened…read moreto my issue and provided the most honest and best legal advice an attorney could provide me with. I have had attorneys over the years that I have hired to help me with legal matters I was dealing with, but nothing like her services and experience! I wish there were more lawyers like her!

Mrs. Michele Burton is an exceptional attorney and litigator, but what truly sets her apart is her…read morecharacter. She is humble, empathetic, ethical, patient, and genuinely cares about her clients. Throughout our experience, we felt heard, respected, and well-represented. Her legal expertise, thoughtful guidance, and steady support made a difficult process much easier to navigate. Our family is incredibly grateful that we found her and would recommend her without hesitation.

I'm writing to share my highly unsatisfactory experience with Michelle Burton, a lawyer who…read morerepresented me in two custody cases. Her representation was consistently ineffective and communication was a significant issue. I felt my case lacked proper attention and proactive support, ultimately leading to a sense that my financial investment yielded no real value or clarity. Based on my experiences, I strongly advise against retaining her services.

Trish is amazing. She is thorough and extremely forthcoming with information to help us make the…read morebest decisions. She is extremely professional and uses all of her resources to provide us with a best strategic plan.

UPDATE AUGUST 2025: Five years after we competed our trust documents with Attorney Tichenor, we…read moresold our primary home residence. We retired, moved away, and bought a new primary home. Tish still provided unbelievable support and assistance by coordinating with our settlement company to ensure all documents were legally sufficient. She also arranged to get a copy of documents from our settlement company to update our Trust account to reflect our new home! Trish is an amazingly talented & knowledgeable attorney you need to have on your team. You will benefit greatly and appreciate her skills as she will always place your interests above all!!