Mary listened to my concerns, reviewed my legal documents, peeled back the layers of legalise, set realistic expectations and I would say as characterized, my situation, is exactly the way things played out. A learning experience. Mary answered all my questions and added a few. I was surprised but pleased to learn in advance, elements of a will are not open interpretation. Whether in LA or Yreka. Hypothetically, If you're left out of a will, you're left out. She valued my time, did not insult my intelligence. All business. Pleasantly, justly, concluded. It's not always so clear cut, my case wasn't, but Mary was a great help. read more

Was very helpful when i called for information on litigation. She was understanding and pointed us in the right direction. Thank you! read more

Mary was an excellent lawyer. She gives attention to every details. We have been trying to get a settlement for my husband's case for over a decade and she was able to help us and was Able to have the opposing party work with her. She is worth every penny. read more

What a rude bunch of people. Good luck trying to reach them as Terry never calls back, and when he does he is arrogant and unhelpful.

Believe all the negative reviews here because the positive reviews are highly suspect. I used Terry for a legal matter and would not recommend him. I never had the urge to write a review on Yelp, but here I am and out of all the business establishments to write one about, it was a law firm and not a restaurant. My main issue I had was that Terry was very rude to me! He was rude to the person who was paying him. That alone should tell you everything. He secretly judges you. I honestly feel as if I was paying someone while they were not caring about my situation. Terry is one of the most u professional attorneys I have ever met. The fact that his wife lives on this page to cover up his actions is appalling. It's about time you stop enabling him! Please do your self a favor and find another capable attorney from a more reputable law firm. Some of the issues I had with Terry included him being abusive to me and yelling at me and cutting me off while talking. He also made me do my own legal work because he was so lazy. I had such an unpleasant experience with him. He mentally scarred me! He also was very unprepared. It's as if he never been to law school. He didn't know certain legal procedures to the point where I now have to hire another attorney. A more capable attorney to fix his mess. At least I am now treated with respect for my legal matter and he is handling it more professionally. Unlike Terry. I could go on but please save yourself and use another law firm. These reviews cannot be for the same person. A small law firm has reviews akin to a popular restaurant. Who are these people?! Terry also seems to have issues with billing. Especially from what I have read. It seems they do this often. I was also defrauded by this practice. Apparently he was also reported to the Bar. I suspect that this is normal business for this law firm. So if you use this firm, check your Billings or else they will just over-bill you for work never done. Please stay away! You are welcome. read more

PLEASE DO NOT USE THIS LAW FIRM DO NOT TRUST THE YELP RATING I'm sorry but I had to write this review after dealing with Terry Mayo and reading other people's reviews of this law firm. Do yourself a favor and use some other law firm instead. Save yourself money and the headache of dealing with Terry. I would not recommend this law firm to anyone. Their service is horrible, they gouge you on fees, and Terry is rude. I hired Terry to try my case and he was not prepared. He kept on asking me for more money even though he made me do all the work! I'm sorry, but that is shady. I literally filed my own documents! I do not know what I paid him for. I also believe that they are paying Yelp to scrub bad reviews even though Yelp says they do not do this. Yelp seems to scrub one star bad reviews using their software algorithms but keeps up 5 start reviews. If you look at the 5 star reviews they seem to come from accounts that are very new. That's fishy! I suspect Mayo & Mayo may be creating fake accounts to give themselves 5 star reviews. I honestly wouldn't put it past them. Knowing their reputation. Please look elsewhere for legal representation. read more

I needed assistance with details on making ammendments to my Will/Trust. I contacted Mary Mayo who was very refreshing to speak with. She gave me the details of what I needed to change and what wasn't necessary. Her detailed informative answers saved me $600 and she provided follow-up. I am thankful to have found such an ethical professional. Many, many thanks to you, Mary. read more

It is with sincere pleasure that I write this Yelp review on behalf of the above referenced Law Firm. I contacted the law office and spoke directly with Mary, a senior attorney to inquire about a real estate fraud matter. In speaking with the attorney, I received what I would deem as competent advice on how I should proceed concerning my legal matter. Most importantly, Mary was very knowledgeable and friendly during our discussion. I am glad that I had the opportunity to speak with the law office. read more

The Mayo's advise in the most ethical manner...and bend over backward to be understood clearly by people who are uninformed concerning the law. They helped my 30 year old son work thru a complicated real estate transaction.... and gave him both legal and practical advice. I wish I had not done my estate plans earlier... as Terry and Mary's understanding of the law and their practical sense of what happens in stressful circumstances would have made that process so much easier. read more

Had bad experiences with Terry. Wouldn't recommend this law firm. Bad representation that cost me and ended up losing my case. Terry also over charged me and took advantage of me to ask for even more money. Everything about this law firm is unprofessional. Please use another firm. read more

Thank you Mr Mayo for advice on property assessment. We did not use your legal services, but you were very helpful and pleasant to talk to during the consultation. read more

I wouldn't recommend Terry Mayo. I didn't like his manner with me regarding my legal work. Was very rude. It's been documented on yelp before. Please consider taking your business elsewhere. Also I think they are somehow paying to remove negative reviews. This is my second one that was scrubbed. read more

I reported my experience to the State Bar of California. Based on my complaint an attorney contacted me and asked me for specific documented evidence of my complaint. I sent it in. As a result it was handed to an investigator who's office requested more documented information. Based on all that, the State Bar of California has opened an official investigation into Terence O'Connell Mayo aka Terry Mayo. ( I had trouble beginning my complaint because I couldn't find any Terry Mayo in the attorney database of the California State Bar. Their office let me know it's because his registered as an attorney name is Terence O'Connell Mayo) read more

Terry Mayo helped me update my long-outdated Living Trust. I liked his thoughtful and professional suggestions, and his product, all at a very reasonable cost. Terry was charming, creative and easy to work with. I highly recommend him to others who wish to navigate the somewhat intimidating and arcane legal process. read more

Spoke with Mary over the phone, she had very sound advice with a real-estate agreement. Thanks for the help. read more

Mary Mayo, in my opinion, was not truthful with me ! Also I feel, Mary Mayo took short cuts, in doing so Mary Mayo did not complete the probate with all factors in mind! Also I feel that Mary Mayo manipulated me into removing myself as executor only to appoint herself as executor. (To receive the executor payment.) Also Mary Mayo did not take care of land issues pertaining to the estate! (There are multiple questions left unanswered after the fact.) I stand to lose 75 acres of land because of the lack of attention given to the real estate aspect of the probate. She was the executor she is responsible to complete all wishes of the deceased. This is fact! To read her point of view is a complete and total SMOKE SREEN!!! SHE LIED TO ME OVER AND OVER!!!!!!!!! I AM VERY UNHAPPY WITH THE OUTCOME! read more

I called Terry to get info on a real estate liability case and he gave an incredibly detailed description of my risks, options, and even contract language on the phone. I have had a lot of legal support over years and no one has been this forthcoming without a retainer. Bottom line these guys are smart, practical and not nickel and diming you once you hire them. Five enthusiastic stars. read more

First off, I was surprised at how hard it was a Probate Avoidance and Living Trust firm in the city of San Francisco. I found Mayo & Mayo through the Bar Association of San Francisco, and was happy to hear from Mary Mayo the following day. She was very helpful in walking me through what I needed, why I needed it and how long the process would take. Unlike other attorney's I had spoken to, she also told me about things I did not need that I was previously told I did. Working with the Mayo & Mayo law firm was a pleasant experience and, considering the task at hand, a short and painless one. I would highly recommend working with them for any of your Probate Avoidance and Living Trust needs. read more

Mary & Terry Mayo were absolutely wonderful to work with!! They answered all of my questions in regards to estate planning and helped me with ease in obtaining the living trusts that I needed for my mother and grandmother. It can be really overwhelming with all the information online about living trusts but Mary and Terry really simplified the benefits of estate planing and why things like probate avoidance are so crucial. I would highly recommend Mayo & Mayo to everyone I know!! A++ read more

I am so impressed with Mayo and Mayo. Terry spent 20 minutes on the phone with me explaining all my options free of charge. Mary and Terry were both super easy to work with, they were friendly, prompt and efficient. Mary went above and beyond even getting back to me with additional information when she knew the case was closed. I highly recommend this firm. You will not be disappointed! -- Thank you Mary and Terry! read more

I had been calling around and looking online for a probate attorney to help with a power of attorney for my grandmother. I called a bunch of different referral services and several lawyers and none of them seemed interested in taking enough time to hear what I needed unless I paid outrageous consultation fee. Mary Mayo, took my call (on a holiday) personally. She was interested to listening what I needed. I disagree with Legen E. because after much pre research, she seemed to know exactly what the law said and what I needed to do. It's hard now a days to find lawyers who actually care about your case and don't just look at you like a dollar sign. Mary Mayo is as genuine and professional as they come. I will most definitely work with her again and refer friends. read more

I hired Terry Mayo to help out with a real estate transaction. I found him to be totally trustworthy and he did a great job helping to keep me sane during the process. I would absolutely hire him again should the need arise. read more

I have used Terry on multiple occasions to represent me in as a buyer and seller in real estate transactions. He gives great advice and is knowledgeable about all things real estate. I can't thank him enough for how helpful he has been and at a reasonable price. I'm very lucky to have found him. I also used Mary to help me create a living trust. She hand held me throughout the entire process and listened to what I wanted and placed this eloquently in legal docs for me. Anything I didn't understand she explained in great detail in layman's terms. I can't recommend this couple enough for all things real estate & all things trusts, living wills. read more

As Executor/Successor Trustee I was forced to retain an attorney, based on the complications of my situation and the role I had to play. Combined with the significant loss of my last parent and the strain of responsibilities I knew it was in best interest to have my own representation. Called Mayo & Mayo, spoke with Terry Mayo briefed him of my situation and I was represented better than I could have ever imagined. My needs were put first and I was treated with respect & professionalism combined with sensitivity & sincerity for my loss. My opinions were valued and my doubts were always reassured. My nerves were calmed and the process was always explained. Terry, went above and beyond and did everything he could to ensure a great outcome. I couldn't have asked for a better law firm or attorney. "Appreciation is a wonderful thing. It makes what is excellent in others belong to us as well." Terry, thank you and thank you! read more

Mayo and Mayo helped create my living trust documents and I found them to be very personable, easy to talk to, professional and helpful. They were also the most reasonably priced. read more

I was very happy with Mary's prompt service. She always got back to me quickly in time sensitive situations providing me with much needed documentation. She was also very friendly and explained legal matters in a language that I could understand. read more

My brother and I hired Mary Mayo to represent us in an estate matter. We live in the Midwest and the case was taking place in California so communication was something we were concerned with when seeking out an attorney. Mary was incredibly responsive and efficient in communicating the details and formalities required as we progressed through our case. We recommend her very highly. read more

After sharing all of my circumstances, Terry assured me he could help me in a large way so I agreed to hire him. Once he had me on the books he spent several conversations explaining how he could not lawfully do what I hired him to do. He did not listen to the details during our initial conversation and he misrepresented his ability to lawfully help me. In the end I paid hundreds of dollars for a single page document that I had to rewrite because it did not state names and facts specifically enough to accomplish anything. I voiced my concerns, to which he become defensive and rather than admit he didn't know the law related to my situation when we first spoke or did not listen to the specifics, he blamed the law itself and sent me a couple of bills. He did not do what he said he could. read more

I just called to make a brief appointment to ask some real estate questions. Terry happily answered my questions over the phone instead, free of charge. Terry was very helpful and patient. If I ever need a lawyer, I would certainly choose Mayo and Mayo based on this experience. read more

Terry was awesome and got my real estate transaction completed at a very reasonable price and with great advice. Cannot thank him more than I have other than to post a very positive review of my experience. He worked through the deal with the other party's attorney to a very satisfactory conclusion. Strange to yelp an attorney, but I always want to give credit and do not know any other way. read more

I worked with Mayo and Mayo in a real estate/failure to disclose case. I spoke to many lawyers before choosing them. Their prices were fair and I felt very comfortable with them. This was my first experience working with a lawyer, so I was pretty new to the entire process. Given this, and the fact that I am the type of person who needs to understand every little detail about things, I bombarded Terry and Mary with countless questions. They were extremely helpful in explaining details about the case, as well as the law in general as it pertained to my case. Needless to say, I was very happy with the outcome read more

I hired Mary as my probate lawyer for a family members death. This was my first time I had to do anything with probate and boy is there a learning curve. Mary was very good in explaining and walking me through what I needed to do. Even when I was at my most frustrated, Mary would calmly respond and walk me through it. She and her husband seem to have a great network of professionals and have a great reputation with them which shows me they have earned the respect in the community. I appreciate everything she did for me! read more

I just want to take a moment to say Thank You. I called Mayo and Mayo because we recently had a death in the family without a will and they took the time to fill me in on the legal steps I needed to take to work out the complications we were facing. Thank You Mayo & Mayo!! read more

My appointment with Mayo and Mayo was setup through the Bar Association of SF. At the beginning, I was not sure how much they are willing to tell/help me with the short consultation. It turned out Mary Mayo was very helpful, caring and pleasant to talk to. She explained the process to me, answered my list of questions/concern. Her professional advice in real estates and banking definitely is what I need. Thank you, Mary! read more

My husband and I worked with Mary to create an Estate Plan. She was wonderful to work with: extremely knowledgeable and patient with our many questions, easy to work with, friendly and reasonably priced. Should I have any other legal matters I would not hesitate to go to Mayo & Mayo in the future! read more

A great experience. She responded very quickly to my emails, even over a weekend. In the end she told me that I didn't need her help and directed me on what needed to be done. I will be filing her name away for future needs. read more

Good reason why Mrs. Mayo gets so many good reviews...Honesty and Integrity. This sounds crazy, but I went through 3 attorneys before her. Why? I can only tell you nothing would get done and they all seemed more interested in working for the "opposition" (It's Probate, not supposed to be an opposition). Within a week of hiring Mrs. Mayo tasks got done! read more

A top notch legal firm. Spoke to Terrence Mayo regarding my legal case; he was knowledgeable, experienced, and well versed in the legal matters under my consideration. I appreciated his honesty, straight forwardness, and expertise in the law. I would definitely recommend his firm. read more

I contacted the Mayo office to set up an initial consultation to get answers to a few questions about whether my father had an estate following his death given he didnt have a will or trust and only had a small business that incurred debt. Mary was gracious and spent a half hour with me asking the right questions to determine if there was even a need to meet with her. Our conversation went into great lengths and she advised me to think about a few ideas that can help protect my mom and her assets. In the end we determined that there was nothing to be probated so I didn't need a consultation with her but after our conversation I felt so relieved because Mary had lots of ideas I didn't even think about. THANKS to Mary for saving me lots of time and effort. read more

From my brief conversation with Mary, she told me way more information then I have received from any other attorney. She pointed me in the right direction and took time out of her day to make sure I was doing the right thing. read more