I was recently asked by a friend if I might recommend a mediator. The fourth sylable in the…read morequestion was drowned out by my immediately blurting out "Dina Haddad". My experience, several years ago, was wonderful. I found her reasonable, empathic and mostly....psychic! She warned my ex that enagaging an attorney would result in them looking at our home and putting a lien on it. My ex had issues with how things were going and ended up aborting mediation (Dina was our 2nd attempt). She engaged an attorney. Fast forward TWO FULL YEARS : $35,000 in liens from her attorney alone, and she got nothing more than she would have had she stuck with Dina to come to a settlement. Don't be short sighted - work to resolve as amacably as possible ( your grudge dies with you, as did my ex's) and a far less costly and more resonable resolution.

Going through a divorce is not fun, and I wasn't sure what to expect from mediation. But honestly,…read moreit went way better than I thought it would. Our mediator Samira was incredible. She was kind, patient, and genuinely knowledgeable. She never made either of us feel judged, and you could tell she really knew her stuff. Whatever a situation came up, she either had an answer or knew exactly where to find one. These are clearly people who have done this a hundred times and bring real expertise to the table. Everyone there genuinely cared about making things fair for both sides ,not just pushing paperwork through. They kept things calm even when it got emotional, and communication was great the whole time. I always knew what was going on and never felt lost in the process. We got to a fair agreement way faster than going to court would have taken. If you're going through something like this and need people who actually care, considering giving them a call.

Going through a divorce with significant financial considerations, finding the right legal…read morerepresentation was extremely important to me. From the beginning, Audrey made a difficult and quite stressful situation feel more manageable. She represented me in a way that made me feel heard, respected, and supported throughout the entire process. Audrey took the time to listen to what mattered to me and helped me navigate decisions thoughtfully and calmly. She explained things clearly, kept me grounded when things felt overwhelming, and never made me feel rushed or dismissed. She was also extremely mindful of overall costs and gave me clear advice on paths that were more cost-efficient for me. Having someone who was both knowledgeable and genuinely attentive made a real difference. What I appreciated most was her balance of professionalism and empathy. She was responsive, detail-oriented, and steady, which gave me confidence and peace of mind during a very stressful time. I'm truly grateful for her guidance and would highly recommend Audrey and Huey & Gamble Family Law to anyone looking for experienced and trustworthy representation during a divorce.

This review is for Jessica Huey. Jessica was the attorney assigned to my daughter as minors…read morecounsel. To say I could not stand her presence in the case is an understatement. From day 1, I gave this woman no chance. I had already made up my mind that she was there to ensure my daughter was taken permanently from me. I argued with her, found fault in everything & anything she did, and I went as far as contacting airport security on her and making a bar complaint. Despite all this , she never wavered in her commitment to my daughter. She was there for her beyond any minors counsel that I've ever seen in Delinquency & dependency courts. She went above and beyond and it was not until after the case ended that I realized just how devoted she was. Keep in mind this woman was receiving payment at a reduced rate of $100 hourly, by the court as neither the dad or I could afford her typical fee which is at least 4x that amount! She's responsive , organized, and most importantly , Judges and other attorneys highly respect her. We went through 3 Judges during the course of the case and all of them clearly took her input at high consideration. From the 16 months in our case , I saw her skills. She knows family court well. Her rapport with the other attorneys brings advantage in getting cases negotiated or settled. Overall, if you are needing a family court attorney and your case is in family court , she is in the top 10% in this county, so you can't go wrong. And she is ethical. She has boundaries in place within reason but will not over-bill- even at her reduced rate I checked the billing summary and she was meticulous in her billing and fair . She's just a good person and that is coming from someone who gave her every reason to not be good to me, but she didn't retaliate or act unkind. That spoke to her character.

I'm incredibly grateful for the guidance and support I received from this Angelo J. Lagorio during…read morea very difficult time in my life. When I first reached out, I was in a fragile state navigating a divorce involving domestic violence. Even though he wasn't able to take my case, he generously offered a free consultation where he not only helped validate my overall approach, but also showed genuine compassion and understanding. What stood out was his willingness to go a step further--he helped me sanity-check the lawyer I was planning to hire, which gave me much-needed confidence in my next steps. Six months later, when I found myself struggling with a lack of responsiveness from my attorney and growing concerned about delays, I reached out again to see possible options and if switching lawyer would be necessary. Once again, he was incredibly generous with his time. He didn't just listen--he provided clear, practical strategies that helped me re-engage my lawyer effectively. As a result, my case moved forward and was ultimately resolved within two months. One time, I was so stuck, Angelo called me immediately when he saw my message without any charges. I also really appreciated how thoughtful and efficient he was in preparing for the consultations. The information he requested ahead of time ensured that our conversations were focused and made the best possible use of investment made. His professionalism, empathy, and willingness to help--even without taking on the case--truly set him apart. I would highly recommend him to anyone looking for a knowledgeable and compassionate family law attorney.

Great quality and timely and efficient! I'd recommend him for others interested in his services!read more

Jeff was my mentor attorney when I was starting my law practice. He not only knows family law like…read morethe back of his hand and how the judges think and operate, but he also always has good ethics. Jeff always puts his clients first by negotiating a strong out-of-court settlement. He has experience with extremely high conflict situations with personality disorders and domestic violence, but even in these cases, he can get a strong settlement or great court orders if the court is necessary.

I got referred to Jeffrey through our corporate attorney at WilmerHale. I needed someone reliable…read moreto take care of a postnup quickly during a major round of financing for a venture-backed startup I co-founded. Jeffrey was very responsive and proved himself a very capable negotiator with the opposing counsel. He cleared all roadblocks with thoughtfulness and polite firmness. He displayed a thorough and deep understand of the legal issues at stake. I recommend him highly.

I was looking for a painless, inexpensive, easy solution for my ex-wife and I to process our…read moreuncontested divorce and it just happened that my first choice was Mr. Butler. He was very easy to communicate with, and he stated our situation was the easiest he has come across in his career. Our first mediation session took only a half an hour, most likely because my ex and I had all the answers/agreements to our MSA already before mediation. I understand everyone's situation is different and some are easy and some are more complex. But overall I am happy with the service he provided in this situation and would definitely recommend his services to others who are looking for a fair, easy process moving forward in a divorce. Thank You John!

From the owner: Virtual Practice. Over 20 years experience helping couples minimize trauma during their…read moredissolution. I can do all paperwork for you and am responsive and helpful when you need it most. Conflict and litigation can be disruptive and costly, especially in divorce and family matters where they are often overwhelming. When emotions run high and the challenges are complex, a skilled professional mediation process may be the answer at a fraction of the cost of hiring an attorney. If you are ready to take control of the conflict and your life as you negotiate a fair settlement peacefully, efficiently and affordably, put my expertise, extensive training and years of experience to work for you. See reviews on the "Virtual Divorce Mediation" listing on Yelp in Roseville.

Horrible. Took $400 for a 30 minute consultation that literally consisted of nothing of value…read more Never followed up. Can't help but feel that they took my consultation money, gave me nothing of value, and thats it.

One of the worst lawyers in town Betty Mac especially was a new mother, was in her night gown…read moreappearing for court for my DVRO case. Without care for the sensitivity for my case and she treated me with complete disrespect. If you want your case to be sidelined and railroaded towards a disaster please choose this lawyer. I would caution anyone trying to higher this firm for work for divorce or child custody. Absolute horror story. I wish i could get a negative review for Betty Mac's service.

Separation and divorce can be a grief-stricken experience, and navigating the legalese around it…read morewas the last thing I wanted to deal with. My ex and I decided to end our marriage cordially, amicably and with respect. We had a shared goal of preserving our finances for the family's future and keep the legal expenses to an absolute minimum. Sheila is very knowledgeable and accomplished at her craft. She understood our situation and expectations right off the bat. In our very first meeting, she assured us that the process can be as simple, humane and financially efficient as we want it to be, and the truth couldn't be any further. She was very calm and empathetic throughout our engagement. She was prompt, responsive, reasonable and always gave us the space to make decisions. I highly recommend Sheila to anyone that's committed to making their separation peaceful and respectful.

It was great working with Sheila Harrington. She met my goals in every aspect and did so in quick…read moreand efficient fashion! I was referred to her via a mutual acquaintance after having had bad representation elsewhere. I wish I had found Sheila Harrington from the beginning! I'm incredibly grateful and would 100% work with her again without hesitation. Thank you, Sheila Harrington!!

Greetings! I'm very…read morehappy to recommend this agency and Ken Spalasso, its Director/Mediator, to anyone who, just like me, may want to try to sue the rich... No matter how right you are, first ask Ken if it's worse trying to punish the one who is absolutely wrong. I can tell that it was too courageous of me to try, and it was also too dangerous. At the last moment, one day before the scheduled hearing, I realized that my family was in danger because of my "bravery". I asked Ken to help, and he did. The mediation happened, and my family could start to recover from all the horror we've been experiencing for about three months. Ken Spalasso is a wise, intelligent and kind person, whose approach to his business is least commercial but is rather soulful. Please, read a quote from his letter, sent to me in response to my words about seeing the world as something totally poisoned: "Sometimes when you have a scab or a cut, that was done to you by someone else, you have a choice. You can pick at the scab every day because it bothers you, or you can leave the scab alone and let it heal with time. It is very likely we may get hurt again in our lives, but how we react to those setbacks is what makes us who we are. You have chosen to leave this scab alone, and let it heal. Perhaps you may gain some insight down the road to avoid another scab. But either way, sometimes injustices happen to us. We can dwell on them or we can focus on getting back on the road to happiness". Yes, I feel like the road of happiness and Real Life are much better than the darkness of the war, especially if one knows there is No Way to Win. You think of it!

From the owner: Professional Mediation, Arbitration, & Conflict Resolution Training for individuals, companies, and…read moreorganization. One of the most affordable sources of dispute resolution around. Experience mediating virtually every subject matter including: Consumer Debt Mediation, Personal Injury Mediation, Commercial Real Estate, Startup Mediation, Business Contracts Mediation, Construction, Divorce Mediation, and many more.

I am extremely dissatisfied with Bressman Law to the point i feel I was taken advantage of…read more I retained them for 8 months and by the time I fired them they invoiced around 6k. AFTER I fired them (for poor performance and suspected bill padding) they magically produced new invoices totalling 35k which are highly inflated in my opinion. Per contract they were supposed to invoice monthly but they have delayed invoices and I could not detect overcharges and fire them promptly. Quality of services provided was horrible in my opinion. After 40k+ in invoices they no child support was ordered, no dvro evidentiary trial happened and we haven't even exchanged satisfactory financial disclosures. Julia rescheduled trial day 1 at last moment and didn't show up for trial day 2 at all. Andrew who had no trial experience was driving a car and seemed completely unprepared to represent me, but he joined the call and I've lost 50% of custody that day. Yet, after this disaster, they charged me 17k for that month!!! When I confronted Andrew with poor results while charging too much Andrew replied "Results are irrelevant per engagement agreement".

I was so lucky to work with Bressman Family Law on my matter. Julia and Andrew are a brilliant…read moreteam and the backbone of the firm - if you need a family law attorney, then you need to talk to them! They listened and understood what mattered to me from the start, then worked tirelessly to navigate some very complex and challenging chapters of my divorce. I am forever grateful for their support and expertise.