I'm updating my original 5-star review with another 5-star review. Leslie and Jimmy went above and…read morebeyond the call of duty when they took my divorce case last minute DURING THE HOLIDAYS at the end of 2018. They speedily (less than 7 days start to finish) ushered us through a complicated process and made it clear and as easy as things like this can be. My ex and I felt supported every step of the way. Recently, my ex died. I needed a copy of the divorce papers amid COVID-19 conditions and Leslie offered to take care of that for me only charging me the court cost. This act of kindness and goodwill shows that Amicable Divorce Services is truly a class act. FOR SOME REASON MY ORIGINAL REVIEW DOES NOT SHOW. HERE IT IS: What to do when tax laws change and you need to get paperwork in to the court ASAP and a series of miscommunications leaves you very few days to do that AND needing an entirely new team? Leslie and Jimmy and the rest of the team jumped in feet first ready, willing, and able to make it happen! True, we needed to do our part and get a large amount of paperwork done in a short amount of time...but Leslie and her team made everything incredibly organized and clear and were open and available for questions. They turned on a dime and were able to prioritize our case so that we were able to do years worth of work in just a few days. On top of all that, they made us feel good. We went in expecting just to do the bare minimum, but ended up lovingly and easily addressing every issue! With Leslie's guidance. we both felt great about the process and the end result.

BEWARE. The incompetency of Leslie and her team is truly mind-blowing. My ex and I hired Leslie to…read morehandle our mediation, and it is my belief that she personally worked to derail the case. She canceled our first mediation 5 minutes after it was set to start. She would continually send invoices at strange, seemingly calculated times. The mediation fell apart and my ex and I are STILL in litigation. Leslie is unprofessional and seemed to play both sides of the case, not work to resolve it "amicably". I wish I could give zero or negative stars. DO NOT work with this mediator; there are plenty out there who actually understand what is required to finalize a case.

I initially had a positive impression of this firm. My consultation with Mr. Chiao went well. He…read moreclearly explained my legal options, came across as warm and earnest, and made me feel comfortable retaining the firm. Unfortunately, once my case began, serious organizational and communication issues emerged. Although the complaint itself was well written, it was filed with the wrong court and contained an incorrect address. I was never informed of this mistake and had to discover it on my own. Correcting the issue required a change of venue, which cost me significant time and money for an error that was not mine. Communication throughout the case was inconsistent. At times, staff were responsive and reassuring; at other times, follow-up emails went unanswered and seemed to fall through the cracks. When I informed the firm that the opposing party was making threatening communications, my concerns did not appear to be taken seriously. After deciding to retain new counsel, I was surprised by how aggressively this firm interacted with my new attorney during the transition. Even more concerning, when my case files were transferred, I was mistakenly sent documents belonging to a different client. This raised serious concerns about their internal controls and confidentiality practices. I was also charged approximately $600 for work the firm claimed had been completed but which was never included in the file transfer. When I requested a refund, I was told the work had been done and that I would need to absorb the cost, despite having to pay my new attorney to redo it. Overall, this firm's lack of organization and efficiency ended up costing me more time, money, and stress than necessary. Based on my experience, I would strongly recommend shopping around for other firms, even if they are located outside the Pasadena area.

Needed a legal consultation and the attorney thoroughly reviewed the contract, clearly explained…read morewhat we were entitled to, and guided us on next steps. Thanks to their advice, we ultimately got what we wanted. The price was very fair for a one-hour consultation. I would absolutely use their services again if needed.

Miss Patron is the best ! professional, as for the service ?…read more5 stars . She answered all my questions and provided guidance . She cannot by Law provide legal advice . But she knows her stuff! Five stars !

I had a very positive experience working with Moryah on my domestic partnership termination. She…read morewas professional, responsive, and kept me informed throughout the entire process. This was not an easy situation for me personally. Moryah made a stressful situation much easier to navigate. I especially appreciated her clear communication and timely updates from start to finish. Thank you again for your support and guidance.

This review reflects services provided to John Gaff at the Pasadena, CA office:…read more "Staff was very personable and provided information in an easy to understand manner. The documents that I needed were prepared in a timely fashion. "The round trip from San Francisco to Pasadena and back was well worth every mile."

I had a great experience with this Legal Documents office…read more (Living Trust ). Staff was very Professinal &knowedgeable.Very helpful throughout the entire proccess. They took the time to explain legal terms in plain english ,making everthing easy to undersatnd. Work was completed accurateley and in a timley manner.As somone in the medical field ,I was especially impressed with the Medical Advance Directive Document. Price fair & reasonable. Thank you Nancy & Secretarial staff.....

I highly recommend Kat! She was professional, patient, and efficient. She was able to get my case…read morestarted, deceleration completed, and filed all within just a few days. The prices were also affordable and honestly Kat was able to articulate my deceleration better than my opposing lawyer. The judge criticized opposing counsels deceleration while my deceleration was so well-written, the judge was essentially my lawyer; I didn't even have to speak. Thank you for your help and my daughter is now able to play her sports full-time!

If you need help navigating a divorce or child custody matter, look no further than Ms. K…read more Schwenke, LDA, PC. 5 stars without hesitation! She was exceptional in reviving my case from 2022 and guiding it from start(Jul'26) to finish(Sep'26), all the way until the final judgment was executed. She is remarkably fast, highly proactive, and brings rigorous precision to every detail, all while maintaining a warm, supportive, and professional demeanor. During a complex and stressful situation, she brought the exact relief, clarity, and results I needed most. Outstanding work--she is a genuine gem in her field! - R. Sanchez

Greg is an exceptionally gifted and compassionate professional who helped me navigate choppy waters…read morein the darkest period of my life. Not only was he patient, he treated me with dignity and never made me feel like I was alone in my fight. You need Greg on your side. He truly cares for his clients, and the results show. No overbilling here as he is conscious of circumstances. I can't imagine what life would be like if I didn't have Greg in my corner.

I have no choice but to leave this review, because I know for sure that theres no way that I'm…read moreGregs favorite client. Gregs level of patience is unmatched. I've been working with Greg for over a year and im sure there are times where he's thought about dropping me, but I'm extremely grateful to have met someone who refuses to give up on me. I haven't told greg this but on top of my current life challenges, i also struggle with an unhealthy level of anxiety in addition to some other cognitive challenges that i can do nothing about. I don't like to talk about them because it makes me feel weak so i just try to power through them. But I don't always do the best job of powering through them. I get stuck and have to dig my way out of these mental downward spirals and its hard. Because I can't help it, it's nice to work with someone who gives cares well beyond the money. Georges commitment is what's most important to me and i'm glad that i have someone who isn't treating me like im just another transaction.

I had an exceptional experience working with Stephen Chen on my judgment amendment case. His timely…read moreresponses, practical advice, and prompt actions were instrumental in successfully completing the amendment process. Throughout the case, he demonstrated a high level of professionalism, knowledge, and commitment. What impressed me most was his dedication and responsiveness. Having worked with many lawyers across different fields, I can confidently say that Stephen's level of client service and attention to detail is truly outstanding. He consistently kept me informed, addressed my concerns promptly, and took proactive steps to move the case forward. I highly value his expertise and would not hesitate to seek his assistance again in the future. In fact, he will be the first lawyer I think of whenever I have a legal matter within his area of practice. I am grateful for his support and excellent work, and I wish him continued success and all the best in his career.

Stephen Chen is an excellent lawyer. I agree with all the good things written about him in these…read morereviews. He's everything you'd want in a lawyer. I found him to be very knowledgeable, available, thorough, easy to talk with, and respectful. As for the people who left bad reviews because they didn't get a response from back from him when they inquired: I don't think that's very fair. They should have checked his website for important, current information on his availability first before judging him. When I first looked for lawyers on Yelp, I saw the good reviews on him, and I went to his website. I appreciated that at that time on his website it stated clearly that he was full with current cases, and not accepting new ones. This means he's busy because he is excellent, not that he's too snobby to take your case or looking to make as much money as he can. If I had just looked up his phone number texted/called him at that time, I might not have been called back either. Instead I checked back every few weeks until I saw that his availability was open (the "not accepting new clients" notice was gone) and I promptly contacted him and became a happy client. If you are on the fence, check his website and contact him to see if he is available: you won't regret it.

I interviewed a handful of lawyers before meeting Kelly. She was a godsend! Before I met her, I…read morevisited her website and was impressed by her expertise in her field and specific stance on the sanctity of family even in the sad reality of severe marriages. She provided valuable insight as a consulting lawyer in my legal separation that involved custody of my then 1 year old daughter. She valued my priorities & provided reasonable, well-informed advice. She was a sounding board throughout my meditation process, which gave me peace when I signed the final papers. A light of truth and hope in the dark world of divorce law.

Kelly and Erica were extremely attentive, straightforward and helpful in helping me finalize what…read moreshould have been (IMO) a super easy divorce. When it (surprise) wasn't, they swept in and got it resolved for me within a week. They were quick to reply, organized and generally knew exactly what they needed from us to get it done. My only regret is not calling sooner!

I had an excellent experience with this law firm from start to finish. The team was professional,…read moreknowledgeable, and genuinely cared about my situation. They took the time to clearly explain every step of the process, answered all my questions, and made sure I felt confident moving forward.

A divorce can be messy, and expensive and extremely difficult to navigate. After getting a real…read morehorrible deal with my prior attorney. I came across Hannah and her team. For the last 6 years they have been extremely supportive, helpful and most importantly patient. They will always walk you through the difficulties and complexities of family law. Now that my divorce is done. I can take a deep breath and move on with my life. I can't recommend enough Hannah and most especially the one attorney on her team Sara. She was amazing, patient and most importantly really understanding when it comes to children's well being. If you're looking for a firm that will get you from A-Z, I highly recommend them. It's a process but I can assure anyone they truly have your best interests.

I can't say enough good things about Rocky and his team. Rocky was very professional,…read morecompassionate, and incredibly supportive during a very stressful time. He made everything easy to understand and helped ease my anxiety throughout the divorce process. A special thanks to Kristina as well. She was always so kind and pleasant to speak with. That really made a difference. I'm very grateful for their help and would highly recommend them!

I hired Rocky to help me with my divorce and let me tell you it felt like I already knew him for a…read morelong time? Very patient, really listens and is very straight forward. If you are looking for an attorney he is the man! Thank you Rocky and your team for being on top of my case and responding to my questions on a timely manner.