We hired James Burns to help us create our living trust. He was nothing short of exceptional. As…read morethis was our first time going through this process, James was very patient and explained every detail to us. I found James on Yelp and he certainly lived up to his 5 star reviews. Setting up an initial appointment with him was easy peasy. We actually did a zoom call for the first meeting, as it occurred during the Covid pandemic. He sent us some initial paperwork to fill out, and that's what we discussed during our zoom call. The second meeting was at his office, as we had to sign the paperwork with a notary present. The meeting went smoothly and fast. Their office is located in Aliso Viejo in a professional office environment. The next day, our binder with all the paperwork was available for pick up. We were so impressed with how organized and efficient they are! We enjoyed James's mild demeanor, kind personality and strong attention to detail. We are so glad that we chose James to help us through this process, and would highly recommend him to anyone!

Working with James was a pleasure. We were fish out of water trying to execute a will and have…read morenever done this before. He was very helpful very quick in getting us the paperwork we needed to satisfy the bank. It was a little bit of a rough start with him and we all thought that one another was being rude when we all took time to explain what was going on for us as individuals everybody was able to take a deep breath calm down and he gave us fantastic customer service.

I have primary custody since 2023 thanks to christie who helped me get there …read more This year I was served because the father wanted to change the order . This was extremely stressful for me so I decided to reach out to Christie right away since she has worked on my case before . Though , christie was away from her office at that time she responded through text promptly giving me the steps to do while she's away for me to take care of . I find this a testament of the kind of dedication she has to respond to me while she's away and even before we could sign contracts for our agreement . Christie took great care ! Listened to all the details , took notes. Nothing was missed. She's been on my case since 2021. Brought all of our paperwork with her to the hearing , went over important details and just highlighted the facts. This woman is amazing! I felt so strong with her next to me . The judge made a very fair ruling with the child's best interest in mind . No changes were granted ! Christie and I walked away with another win. I cant thank her enough, and i cant recommend a better attorney. She's it!

There are not enough words to describe how amazing Christie is! I started off with a very…read moreincompetent, unresponsive attorney and my divorce (with my very difficult ex) was getting nowhere. I then found Christie and retained her soon after our consultation. She is extremely knowledgeable, explains the process thoroughly and goes over all options for each scenario. Christie isn't pushy and does not nickel and dime you like other attorneys. Although I hope to not need her services again, I would pick her everytime.

I recently had to return to court as my ex sought to have the previous judgment vacated. Once…read moreagain, I requested Mr. Stivers' assistance. He went in depth with the response, citing cases and applicable laws regarding the laws affecting this matter. It was truly complete and I believe the response was approximately 15 pages. The judge had to review the factual response and it was irrefutable. The court agreed with Mr. Stivers response and ruled in my favor. My opinion is that the response Mr. Stivers submitted covered all legal bases, and provided other similar rulings in similar cases. I believe this was the difference between having a ruling in my favor and losing with a ruling not in my favor. Mr. Stivers is a highly competent attorney. I strongly recommend Mr. Stivers and believe he will give you the best opportunity for fairness and success in court.

Atty Stivers was professional, knowledgeable, informative and kind. His representation was most…read morehelpful.

I had a consultation with Jeff Kominsky. He was very knowledgeable and compassionate. I just signed…read moremy retainer with them and am hoping my situation with my HOA gets resolved. I'll post an update. So far so good!

Despite not being the right fit, Kitty made sure I still felt like part of the family. A true…read moreprofessional and genuinely kind and compassionate throughout an unexpectedly enjoyable conversation. If speaking with Kitty is the worst case scenario when calling this firm, I'd be looking forward to the worst each day

Mr. Nokes and his paralegal, Denise is absolutely fantastic and always three steps head…read more.. My client was needing a real estate attorney and not knowing who to call, so she turned to Yelp and found myself in contact with Mr. Nokes. I've clearly won the lottery because, not only was he extremely knowledgeable as he represented us, but he did it as though he was a friend, advocating for us and explaining each step of the way. He is the kind of lawyer everyone wishes they could find, but generally doesn't exist; professional, experienced, and genuinely a very nice, trustworthy guy that wants to help. His assistance is greatly appreciated and he will certainly be the first real estate attorney I refer to my clients for legal services in the future. In case you read this, thank you, Mr. Nokes & Denise!!

I had an issue with a purchase that went south and needed some solid advice on how to move forward,…read moreI was very impressed by the legal help I got from Tom , very knowledgeable and understanding ,I would highly recommend him Thank you again

We brought Keith Wisbaum in during one of the most vulnerable moments of our lives, when our…read more88-year-old mother was in the hospital and needed someone to truly stand up for her. Keith didn't approach this as a case. He approached it as a responsibility. From the start, he was focused on protecting her dignity, her voice, and her well-being at a time when she could not fully advocate for herself. He listened carefully, spoke plainly, and acted with purpose. Just as important, my brother and I felt genuinely heard by Keith. In a moment when everything felt overwhelming, that alone made a difference. His willingness to listen, validate our concerns, and stand shoulder to shoulder with us gave us the strength, clarity, and resolve to fight for our mom when it mattered most. What mattered most was that Keith showed up not just professionally, but personally. He was willing to say the difficult things, push when it was uncomfortable, and make sure our mother was not overlooked or treated as an afterthought. In a moment where we felt powerless, his advocacy gave us reassurance and resolve. If you are facing an elder care situation or a family crisis where someone needs a strong, compassionate advocate, Keith Wisbaum is someone you can trust to step in and do what is right. -- Jim McGrory

Keith is a kind and ethical attorney I wish everyone was like him! I have recommended numerous…read moretimes and used them in the past.

I highly recommend Michael. He was extremely professional, knowledgeable, and responsive throughout…read morethe entire process. He always took the time to answer our questions clearly and thoroughly, and we never felt rushed or unsure about the next steps. Michael provided thoughtful guidance and excellent recommendations that helped us make informed decisions with confidence. His attention to detail, communication, and willingness to be available whenever questions came up made the experience much easier and less stressful. We truly appreciated his support and professionalism and would not hesitate to work with him again or recommend him to others.

Let me start by saying, when I leave a review for a business, it must mean that I was thoroughly…read moreimpressed by their services. I can't say enough good things about Coast Counsel. I came to them with a breach of contract issue and was honestly feeling pretty overwhelmed. Initial contact from Coast Counsel was very fast. I spoke with Michael who offered a free phone consultation and he put me at ease. He really knew the ins and outs of the situation and explained everything in a way that made sense, which took a huge weight off my shoulders. His phone etiquette was stellar and i felt valued and understood. What I appreciated most was how fair and accommodating Michael was when it came to pricing. It never felt like it was just about money--Michael genuinely cared about helping me resolve my issue; he did some additional research in relation to my issue which I thought was amazing of him to do! Communication was also excellent. Anytime I had a question or concern, Michael was quick to respond and always kept me in the loop so I never felt left in the dark. Thanks to Michael's guidance, I feel as if I was led to the best possible solution for what I came to him for. I'm so grateful I found Coast Counsel and Michael, and would recommend them to anyone looking for an attorney who is not only knowledgeable but also compassionate and easy to work with.

Leslie is a dream to work with. Smart, efficient, fair and open on Saturday mornings to accommodate…read morebusy schedules. She earns my highest recommendation and I will refer relatives to her next month.

I would not hire this company to write my estate planning. Price is high and have terrible client…read moreservices. I very much regret hiring Leslie.