I feel good with the advice I received from Laura and it helped me move forward in my life with…read moremore confidence and understanding. I came to her during a difficult time and needed clear, honest guidance. She was incredibly responsive and took the time to do a thorough review of my situation and the employment contracts and agreements I sent over prior to our meeting. She asked thoughtful questions, walked through the details, and helped me understand my options. I got strong expertise, relatable examples and not just generic legal advice. What stood out was how she was helpful after the meeting. She followed up with clear emails, practical advice, helpful next steps, and made herself available when additional questions came up. If you're dealing with an employment issue and want someone who is sharp, responsive, and genuinely interested in helping empower you with the knowledge you need to navigate your situation well, I'd highly recommend Laura. If a situation arises in the future where I need advice again, I know where to find it.

I worked with Laura Mazza for a contract review and had an excellent experience. Immediately after…read moreour initial call, she sent a concise roadmap that clarified my options and how we'd proceed. Over the following weeks, Laura remained fast to reply, thorough in her explanations, and patient through each revision--never rushing, never losing focus, and always advocating for my interests. Just as important, her fee was fair and transparent; she didn't try to add unnecessary work or push me toward higher costs. Thanks to her steady, strategic approach, we finalized a stronger agreement, and I felt fully supported from start to finish. Strongly recommend!

A couple of weeks after my house was on the market, I was happy to receive an offer from a couple…read more As per standard practice, 3% of the agreed price was wired by the buyers to the title company handling the escrow. The buyers then proceeded to do their due diligence with various inspections, etc. Once the buyers were totally satisfied, they then removed all contingencies. I thought the rest of the process would be straightforward as we counted down towards the mutually agreed close-of-escrow date. But it turned out that the buyers' lending bank, which had earlier preapproved the buyers, decided at the last minute to back out, so the escrow fell through. I then had to go through the process of putting my house on the market again. Two months after that failed escrow, I received a letter from an attorney representing the unsuccessful buyers who argued that these buyers should get all their initial Ernest Money Deposit (EMD) back (this EMD was still being held by the title company). It was then that I contacted Cary Kletter's office to see if they would represent me in dealing with the buyers' attorney. Upon learning the key facts of this aborted escrow, Cary believed that I had a good case and agreed to represent me. So Cary wrote a very firm letter to the buyers' attorney. By first reminding the buyers the salient facts of this case, and why the escrow failed, Cary easily dismissed any basis the buyers might have for laying claim to the EMD. Nonetheless, Cary offered the buyers a small percentage of the EMD to settle the matter; the alternative being to go to mediation. Cary made it very clear to the buyers that should they lose in mediation, they would be responsible for all associated costs, including attorney fees. Thus with this one well-articulated and forceful letter, Cary was able to gain the upper hand in the negotiation that followed. This negotiation in fact went on for two more rounds. With each round, the buyers' attorney showed that they were willing to take a smaller and smaller percentage of the EMD. With the buyers evidently in retreat, Cary then issued a very strong 'take-it-or-go-mediation' final offer. The buyers' had little choice but to accede. Even though I did not get all the EMD and was quite sure that I would win in mediation, I was very happy with the final settlement. I was most relieved that we managed to avoid all the time and hassle of the mediation process. So I have to say Cary really knows his stuff when it comes to such negotiations! I was very impressed by Cary's negotiating style and tactics, and I am most grateful that he represented me.

As mentioned by someone else when I asked for a consultation, the reply I got back was a curt it'll…read morecost you $800. iMessage back can you please give me some contact for what that entails and got no reply. I then tried to call but no one picked up. Obviously, there's a cost for using their service but maybe providing a little context for how they are going to help me besides just saying it'll cost $800 would be advisable. Needless to say, I decided to go with someone else.

Although I did not retain Attorney Ashley Pellouchoud for my employment case, I was very impressed…read morewith her professionalism and expertise during our consultation. She listened carefully, spoke in clear, straightforward language, and was both transparent and empathetic. Her experience and successful track record speak for themselves. I would gladly contact her again and highly recommend her to anyone seeking a knowledgeable employment attorney. ~Kimberly Williams ~

I was treated very poorly when I was let go. I was discharged from the hospital the morning my…read morecompany let me go.... At the end of the month - which meant I had to scramble for health insurance for our family of 5! (I was at the company for 7 years). Thank god for Maria! Because of her, she got my company to pay for my COBRA for 4 months - and we are still negotiating my severance package. She gave me ease of mind and time to find a new place to work. She also made me feel very validated! The folks here are kind understanding, and truly want to help. I highly recommend them, 20/10!

Protects and advocates for women. Very helpful and understanding. It is nice to see people doing…read moregood things.

It was unfortunate that Mr. Drew wasn't able to take on my case, but I truly appreciated the…read moreexperience. While many attorneys tell you what you want to hear, Drew spoke to me honestly and treated me like family. Good lawyers are easy to find, but genuine ones are not--I wish more were like him. If you're on the fence, I'd absolutely recommend giving him a call. Thank you for your kindness, professionalism, and most importantly, for taking the time to truly listen. Thank you Drew Lewis

I consider Scott and Stacy to be two of the most ethical and authentic attorneys that I've ever…read morebeen lucky enough to work with. Scott has been a trusted professional friend of mine for 6 years as well as dependable employment legal counsel in both good and bad situations. Listening is such a crucial process when determining legal courses of action. Scott and Stacy are both impeccable listeners. Their ability to gather all the pertinent details, as well as their ability to provide objective and mature soundboarding enable them to be at the top of their industry. The outcome of their efforts has been 100% positive for me. Once you have engaged with this legal team, you will not only sleep better; but, you will quickly begin to feel confident in making better decisions about your legal employment decisions. Scot and Stacy are equally effective in helping professionals like me before we enter into employment agreements. Imagine the hours and dollars saved by entering into healthy and legal agreements, versus having to fight for past wages? This is well worth the effort to engage Scott and Stacy during an employment offer period. I highly recommend Berman North to any California employees and employers who want to be protected by the best of the best in California employment law.

Stacy was incredible! I was in a difficult and frustrating situation when I connected with her. I…read morecould not have asked for a better person to represent me. She was incredibly knowledgeable, understanding to my situation, responsive, and calculated in her positioning of arguments. Would recommend her highly!

I cannot say enough wonderful things about my experience with both Beth and Nedda! I needed some…read moreassistance with looking over employment severance documentation and reached out. The customer service was outstanding with fast turn around, continued updates, thorough review and support! I also found Beth to be extremely reasonable in her pricing. I highly recommend this team and know I have a contact going forward should anything else employment related arise. Thank you Beth and Nedda for your support!!

Filled out request form and Nedda called me the same day to do the intake regarding my severance…read morepackage. She was most helpful and her kindness as well as candor helped me to put my situation in perspective. I feel much more at ease with everything and am grateful to have had the chance to be listened to. Thank you, Nedda. Sometimes, people just need an experienced ear and some empathy. My best, Aura

I worked with Szeto-Wong Law for my religious and disability discrimination employment case. When I…read morewas initially searching for a lawyer, Szeto-Wong Law was one of the fastest offices to respond to my inquiry. They were very thorough in examining my case and quick to follow up. I knew this team would be the right one for me. I predominantly worked with Dean, who is very calm and communicative. Dean was always transparent about where we were in the process and what to expect next. Both Dean and Gina were very understanding and supportive during this stressful time. They were happy to jump on a call if I had any questions or concerns. Anytime I emailed the team, I would always get a prompt response within normal business hours. Dean and Gina are very knowledgeable about employment law, which gave me peace of mind. They helped explain the more complicated parts of the litigation in layman's terms, which allowed me to make the best decisions for myself. Dean and Gina always advocated for the best case outcome for me. I highly recommend Szeto-Wong Law for anyone looking for litigation support!

I am truly blown away by Attorney Gina Szeto-Wong's professionalism, dedication, and passion. From…read morethe very beginning, she has gone above and beyond in handling my case. She took the time to thoroughly explain the possible outcomes, walked me through each step, and offered thoughtful, strategic advice on what would be in my best interest. After speaking with more than ten different law firms, Gina stood out--not only for her legal expertise but also for her genuine care. This is the only firm where I truly felt that the client's well-being came first. Gina made me feel heard, respected, and supported every step of the way. I wholeheartedly recommend Gina to anyone in need of legal representation. I trust her professionalism, knowledge, and sincere commitment to her clients.

While I ended up choosing another lawyer who spoke Mandarin (since my family doesn't speak English…read morewell), I am incredibly grateful and impressed with how kind everyone in this office is! Attorney Donald Smith gave me the gift of his time, and gave me some great advice/insight to the case we were dealing with. Everyone was just really nice and quick to respond, and I would definitely recommend them based on our phone consult.

Fast and quality guidance. We worked on multiple h1b petitions with the firm and also took…read moreindependent advice.

I wanted to negotiate my severance package with my company under tough immigration deadlines…read more Salma was prompt, she cared and she helped a lot. I appreciate the work they did. Although she didn't schedule with me, she connected me with someone she trusts and didn't charge me a thing.

I would give highest rating as Salma was very responsive and willing to help me to connect with…read moreright professionals

This review is both a huge commendation along with a heartfelt thanks to Mr Gupta. After I…read moresubmitted an inquiry to his office through yelp, a short time later, he phoned me. Mr. Gupta spoke to me at length about my quandary and conundrum on how to proceed with a breach of contract situation. He never rushed, and provided a wealth of information to me as far as how I should proceed. He never once tried to convince me that I needed a legal representation to the tune of potentially thousands of dollars, he just explained to me exactly what I needed to do. Mr. Gupta is the antithesis of what we consider normal "shark" lawyers who most often are out to make a quick buck. I am beyond grateful for his time, knowledge, and generosity in sharing all of his years of experience with me. If ever, I should find myself in need of an attorney and he handles my type of legal necessity, I would not look elsewhere.

After talking to many attorneys in Bay Area as well as across different cities and going through…read moremultiple consultations, my husband and I were frustrated and unsure about our next steps. At one point, we even lost hope of recovering our investment from our LLC partnership exit. But then we met Varun. He patiently handled everything, communicated with the other party professionally, and put together a well-structured exit plan by rewriting all the terms and conditions that secured our investment. His calm and strategic approach made all the difference. Beyond business matters, he also provided us with valuable guidance on a civil case, always ensuring we were on the right path. On top of that, his fees are very reasonable compared to other attorneys, making quality legal support accessible. Varun is incredibly patient, knowledgeable, and truly one of the best attorneys in the Bay Area. We highly recommend him!