I cannot say enough incredible things about Shirley Chim at Safi, Duran & Chim. I came to work with…read moreher after reaching out to the Lawyer Referral Service through the Fairfax Bar Association, and I truly am so grateful for the chance referral that has led to top-notch representation since I first met her around May 2024. Through a protective order hearing, emergency hearings, a full day trial, and two settlements, Shirley always made me feel heard and has helped me see the bigger picture of the long-term. She is a mother of three herself and very attuned to concerns that mothers have, particularly when dealing with substance abuse and high-conflict individuals. I worked with three other attorneys prior to her in my custody matters involving my children, and I am truly blown away by her knowledge, empathy, and commitment to her clients. The difference in representation was immediately clear to me. Whether it was in Arlington or Fairfax, JDR or circuit court, Shirley has always gone above and beyond for me in two intertwined and complex custody cases. Shirley is exceptionally well-versed in family law and understands not only the legal framework, but the strategy behind it. She is thoughtful, thorough, and incredibly prepared. What sets her apart, though, is her ability to combine sharp legal skill with genuine compassion. She listens carefully, validates concerns, and then goes above and beyond to advocate effectively. Throughout my cases, I felt supported, informed, and confident that I had someone in my corner who truly cared about achieving the best possible outcome for my children. Her work ethic and attention to detail are unmatched. If you are navigating a complex custody situation and want an attorney who is brilliant, strategic, and deeply dedicated to her clients, I highly recommend Shirley.

I've heard horror stories about lawyers who disappear the second you pay a retainer, but Shirley is…read morethe exact opposite. From day one, her responsiveness and accessibility were incredible. Divorce and custody battles are inherently stressful, but never once did I feel like I was navigating the Virginia court system alone. Shirley is incredibly sharp and doesn't waste time on fluff. She gave me realistic expectations right out of the gate, telling me exactly what was achievable rather than just telling me what I wanted to hear. That upfront honesty saved me a massive amount of time, money, and unnecessary anxiety. When it came to litigation and dealing with opposing counsel, she was an absolute powerhouse. She was able to see what I wasn't able to and her attention to detail in our discovery and filings was so helpful. She cuts right to the heart of the matter, and protects your interests without dragging out the drama. If you want an attorney who is highly efficient, completely transparent, and executes a case with total precision, Shirley is the only person you should call. She wrapped up a brutal chapter of my life with an excellent result, and I cannot thank her enough.

Mark Bayer is a phenomenal attorney. He seamlessly handled a very complicated transaction, with…read morereasonable and fair legal fees. I will be referring Bayer and Kaufman to all my colleagues and friends. His expertise in foreign nationals purchasing property in the US is extensive, highly recommended.

I was considering purchasing a newly renovated 2 BR condo in DC. The developer wanted to use a…read morenon-standard contract and I needed to have an attorney look it over on fairly short notice, as I had questions about some of the terms. Despite DC having more lawyers than anywhere else in the country, this was surprisingly difficult to find someone to do. Robert Kaufman agreed to do the review for me. He provided incredibly sage advice which allowed me to understand the transaction I was getting into, and he suggested some modifications that I might want to make to the contract. Mr. Kaufman was exceptionally knowledgable and the money I spent for this service was well worth it. I would not hesitate to engage Bayer & Kaufman again on real estate matters and would highly recommend them to others.

We are so glad we hired the Geller Law Group for our estate planning! They made the wills/trusts…read moreprocess so easy. It's uncomfortable to think about awful possibilities, but the wonderful GLG team got us through it. We feel confident and secure, knowing we are thoroughly prepared for the unexpected. A recent serious illness rocked our family, but one worry we didn't have was "what if" because we have a plan. We can't recommend the firm enough!

A difficult & abused feeling experience with this firm…read more I needed legal help to process the estate of my deceased mother. I ended up wasting six months and about $4K, paid in fees, with no outcome with Geller Law. I was first requested to have a mandatory paid initial consultation session to go over my legal help needed. I was introduced to Julie S. during this session. After describing my specific case & needs, she informed me that Geller Law can handle my case. What followed was months of emotional stress & redundant conversations with the staff of this firm that yielded no results. It became clear to me that they didn't know how to legally handle my case. Some staff members were argumentative & appeared trying to take advantage of this emotional situation for me. There were redundant conversations that I was later billed for. I concluded that this firm is not the choice that can handle my case professionally. I terminated my work with them. The new law firm I selected to handle my case turned out to be more knowledgeable for my case. And, more compassionate with me. The process was handled smoothly & professionally to completion.

My personal experience with this law firm has been very positive in many ways. I found the firm…read moregive an exceptional personalized service with the legal team taking the time to develop a winning litigation strategy. The legal fees seemed to be reasonable for the issue that I brought forward, which was great when dealing with matters of a hurtful nature. Five stars for sure!

I dealt with several attorneys regarding the death of a family member. Dealt with guardianship of a…read moreminor, contesting a will, estate issues, probate all kinds of heartache. Lorren was my third attorney getting through all of this. I WISH SHE WERE MY FIRST. SHE IS ALL YOU NEED. I cannot give a higher review and have more positive things to say. We are thankful we found her and she helped us. Highest recommendations.......

I've known Jehad for over 20 years. He is an outstanding attorney and is obsessed with justice. He…read moreoffers an amazing rate and I wouldn't pick anyone else for any legal needs. Highly recommend

Always provides great advice and the reasoning and sources behind his advice. Came in very handy…read morewhen I needed to file a claim with my employer!

I am extremely pleased with the professionalism and compassion that I received from Keithley Law,…read morePLLC. The counsel there is extremely pleasant to work with and helped me navigate through some rather unpleasant legal matters. I cannot recommend Keithley Law enough, they are wonderful. Ms Soo Keithley is extremely polished, professional, sharp, and truly well-versed in legal matters. She not only provided excellent legal services, she also made me feel like I wasn't in this alone which meant the world to me while I was dealing with that unpleasantness. This law firm is worth every nickel!

The best part of my experience, and the highlight of the entire experience was the initial…read moreconsultation with Soo. She gave excellent direction and fully explained all options available. After this, I was assigned to another attorney within the firm. The representation itself was fine, but I did feel that there was unneeded back-and-forth at times, with each message being billed at a rate of 6 minutes, it all adds up. The tipping point was when I emailed asking if we could reach out to the other party's representation and also asked if there were any strategies to move toward a resolution. I received a response stating "It is good to hear from you. It probably makes sense for you to reach out to [other party regarding my question] and the need to reach a resolution. If you are able to reach an agreement, then we can help you to memorialize its terms." I was surprised when I was charged for this, and when I asked if I was being charged, I was ignored. Finally, when I asked to end my relationship with the firm and requested a refund of my retainer, the amount billed for the aforementioned email response was deducted. While it was only ~$40, my question was not even answered. I was offered a 15 minute consultation at a later time, but since I'm no longer a client, asked if that was something I would even be able to use. A week later and I have not received a response. I would be cautious of this firm if your situation is not cut and dry and to whom you are assigned. In my experience, Soo Keithley is fantastic, but others may leave you wanting for more.

I met with Mr Weiss re a 401K rollover that was taxed because we missed the rollover deadline. He…read morewas very professional, knowledgeable, easy to understand and resolved my issue in a timely manner (the first meeting). He is very personable and made me feel at ease. I left his office relieved that everything would work out as I had hoped. I will return to Mr. Weiss for all my tax issues/concerns and to prepare my tax returns. I would highly recommend him for all your tax problems. MH, Sahuarita, AZ

Mr. Weiss was very kind and professional when I reached out to him about a potential tax issue I…read morethought I had. He responded right away to my initial email inquiry and took my phone call the next business day. He took his time to speak with me on the phone for a free consultation. He was also very honest in telling me I did not need a tax lawyer and could have my issue resolved for less money using a CPA or a tax preparation service like H&R Block. I really appreciated that he did not try to take advantage of me. If I ever have a serious tax problem in the future, I will definitely reach out to him again and refer others to him!