I Highly Recommend Marya McFadden. She helped me so much in my contentious divorce and I couldn't…read morehave asked for a better attorney. It was the hardest thing I have gone through. Very grateful I found her. If I could give more than 5 stars I would. She is the best.

Marya was wonderful to work with. I really appreciate her kind understanding while being realistic…read morein what to expect and how things work. I would recommend her 11 out of 10.

Experienced, compassionate, knowledgeable, patient, mediators await your commitment to resolving…read moreyour matter on your own terms. Services also available at Small Claims court in Ventura on Friday mornings and Simi Valley small claims courthouse on Monday afternoons-pro bono. Even if you choose to mediate and you are unable to resolve your issue before court, you are still able to have your hearing before the judge. There are many mediators to choose from, all with a vast array of specific expertise.

Big disappointment. Attorney was not knowledgeable about the area of law involved. Did not…read morereview the brief ahead of time. Arrived half hour late due to scheduling errors. Had absolutely no suggestions to offer to either side. Simply listened to each side and said he didn't think mediation could help. Was unable to define any of the legal concepts involved for parties. Both parties requested a full or partial refund. Ventura Center for Dispute Settlement refused even a partial refund saying that we were at an impasse and they did nothing wrong (except offer no advice at all which was why they were hired). Our impasse was not so critical that a volunteer from our group had the problem resolved within the next week. This was a waste of time and money.

Katie is amazing. I needed a family law attorney to review some documents at the end of mediation…read more She was super quick to respond, understood exactly what I needed and made me feel comfortable enough to retain her at the end of our 15 minute consultation. She got the work done super fast and I was able to get started with the next chapter of my life. I would recommend her to anybody that needs a family law attorney.

Karen Oakman and I hit it off from day one! It's like she could read my mind on what I was looking…read morefor, and she calmed my nerves since I was scared and never gone through a divorce before. She suggested I retain her on a "limited scope" basis to save me money, and consult her as-needed. What attorney wants to save you money?! And she's awesome too! Knowledgeable and responsive even via text, etc... I would totally recommend her if you want someone who's there for you, smart, and responsive!

I would Highly recommend Angela for any family law issues you need help with. I was in a nasty…read morecustody battle with my kids mom and Angela was very compassionate and loving with a BIG HEART!!!!! we won the custody battle and I'm for ever great full for having Angela's help keeping my family together.

Call Angela for your family law needs she's seriously the best keep up to date with you makes sure…read moreyou are ok and things are well just an amazing family law Attonrey. She deserves an award for kindest Attonrey ever. But she's a monster in the court room I would give here 100 stars if I could she's just that good. She cares about clients which most just look at them as bags of money. Call her for all family law needs. AMAZING BEST IN THE AREA

Oh crap, I asked myself, "how am I going to go through another divorce. I was 65 years old and…read moremarried for 7 years. How could I not have seen this coming? I was in a panic, I called Barton Pokras. He was local and had great reviews. He saw me right away. I was put at ease with his experience and honesty. He identified my ex's 'personality type' and advised me that her personality type usually can lie easily without remorse. That worried me so I asked, "How can we fight someone so good at lying?" He replied, "with the FACTS, you fight that with the facts!" He was right! After we prevailed in almost every issue brought before the judge, She (my ex) was ready to settle. Thanks, Mr. Pokras.

Words cannot express how tremendously grateful I am to Mr. Barton Pokras for his sincere compassion…read moreand legal guidance during the most challenging event in my life. Barton's level of expertise and professionalism went far beyond even my greatest expectations. Mr. Pokras is genuinely committed to his clients while preserving the family bonds during the most difficult of divorces. Regardless of his busy schedule, I always felt that my case was the most important to him. He provided a support system while serving as a mentor, something unheard of in today's field of law. He could take mountains of information I gave him and present it to the courts in a concise and professional manner, which is probably why we never lost one single motion. Simply put, attorneys like Barton Pokras are truly and exceptionally rare and I highly recommend him to anyone looking for a strong and intelligent advocate in their corner.