Abbie was our agent when we sold and bought a house in Burlingame, CA. I have to admit that the…read moreprocess of selling and purchasing is not the most pleasurable experience but Abbie made it bearable for us. I always felt like Abbie had our backs, providing guidance throughout the whole process and negotiating with the sellers to get us a deal we were comfortable with. We've dealt with other agents in the past and Abbie stands out as being very business-oriented and professional. It also helped that she was a lawyer and was able to answer all our questions with the mountain of paperwork involved. I felt very confident that Abbie was handling our sale and purchase with the appropriate amount of attention to detail (that we don't have). If we ever decide to sell our current house we will definitely use Abbie again.

Full disclosure; I haven't asked her to help us buy or sell a house. But she did help us out with a…read morecomparative market analysis on our property at the beginning of our refinance. She explained her process while giving us a mini lesson on how and why the market ebbs and flows. Calmly and politely, she gave us her thoughts. Very helpful. That was months ago. Since she's been checking in on us periodically, and sending us monthly emails on the state of the RE market. They're informative and not written as if for RE professionals. So nice! As an aside, we are relatively new to the area, and have a new baby. She was kind enough to recommend a couple of good daycares, and didn't even blink when we asked her! In a nutshell, Abbie is just a great, kind lady. She's the sort of person you'd want in your corner whether or not you're in the housing market.

I worked with David Finkelstein on a difficult California real estate contract/escrow dispute and…read morereally appreciated his help throughout the process. He was calm, practical, responsive, and gave very grounded advice during a stressful situation. What I appreciated most was that he clearly explained both the legal risks and realistic negotiation strategies instead of making unrealistic promises. He helped us navigate the dispute professionally and ultimately reach a reasonable resolution. I would definitely recommend him to anyone dealing with a real estate contract or escrow issue.

I unfortunately found myself in a lengthy property boundary dispute that I was unable to resolve on…read moremy own. Irene stepped in, and she was fantastic. From our first conversation, it was obvious she was the right choice and someone I definitely wanted in my corner. I'm very happy to report that we recently crossed the finish line and resolved the matter successfully. Talking with Irene is like consulting a friendly encyclopedia, she has an incredible wealth of knowledge at her fingertips. She walked me through every step of the process, always clearly explaining our legal strategy and all available options in a way that gave me confidence that my interests were protected. Irene's paralegal, Bryce, was great, too. He was always very quick to respond and made document management, signatures, and everything in between easy for me. I'm very thankful that Irene and Bryce were able to resolve what was the biggest headache I've ever had as a homeowner!

For the first time in my life I found myself in need of expert advice from a Real Estate Tax…read moreAttorney. I needed someone to usher me through an incredibly complex, emotionally-fraught Trust real estate tax situation that had been in limbo for 21 years. The possible financial consequences to me were significant. Janet Fogarty was referred to me by a local financial adviser, and I have to say, she was an answered prayer. In late October of 2019 I met her for the first time, for an in-office consultation. Her manner was caring, focused, serious and utterly professional. She listened attentively, asked a lot of questions and took copious notes while I explained my situation. She then offered several scenarios whereby this problem could be solved. None of them a guarantee - but in that first visit she allowed me to see this was, in fact, a solvable problem. Unsurprisingly, this did not happen quickly as the wheels of bureaucracy, mired as they are in red tape, never move fast. So it took several months for this to finally be solved. She was very good about maintaining contact and keeping me apprised of the progress, which ended up coming to a near-halt in early March because of the pandemic. Yet, she persevered. In mid-April she called with the wonderful news that the issue had been solved, and to my very great advantage. Her decades-long relationship with the San Mateo County Tax Assessor's Office was a HUGE "plus" in reaching the resolution I needed. She knows the personnel, she knows how to interact with them, and she knows the exact right questions to ask. I could not be happier. If I am ever in need of real estate tax advice again - she will be my first call. I've already recommended her to two friends. My gratitude is beyond words. (I have zero personal relationship with her. I am receiving no "compensation" for this review. This is from the bottom of my heart. Nothing but thanks.)

I was not represented fairly. I regret choosing her as my lawyer. She did not really do what she…read morecould and should have done in my defense. Not assertive enough reactive not proactivand Total waste of money

Mr. Richard Avila is a great and experienced attorney. Mr. Avila was so generous, he gave me a…read moreone-hour free consultation, patiently listening to my case and giving me good & valuable legal feedback. I would recommend Mr. Richard Availa.

My wife and I would like to highly recommend Mr Avila! He is a sharp point Mont Blanc in a drawer…read moreof dull, recyclable pens with no ink. His integrity, knowledge and expertise is balanced by his his sense of humor, kindness and communication skill. Fear not- in shark infested waters- there is a champion Dolphin who makes the water safe to enjoy! eddie and sherrie gutfeld

Mike was a fine attorney. Did a lot of work for me over the years. I considered him a friend…read more RIP, Mike.....

Mr. Valencia helped my mother draft her living trust and update her will after my father died, and…read morethen helped me settle the trust after my mother's death. I found him an excellent lawyer. He was clear about why the trust and powers of attorney could be useful, explained legal terms when we had questions, and was very good about checking with my mother about her intentions and goals and asking her about her wishes in situations she may not have thought about. His office was also really efficient - on days when we were signing papers, he had everything ready and a notary ready for us. He was also able to pull in an accountant with tax knowledge when we had questions about how to settle the trust. The process of creating the documents and settling the trust went much smoother than I expected, and his fees were both clear and reasonable. I was very grateful for his help and would recommend him without reservation.

What a pleasant surprise to work with everyone at this law firm. Everything went so smooth. I…read morethought our needs were quite complicated and difficult to resolve. Lisa listened with patience and asked questions till we were able to articulate exactly what we were trying to accomplish. Then she delivered in no time and at a cost that was way below our expectations. Can't recommend Danfoura strongly enough.

I don't usually give a review for services rendered, however, I absolutely recommend the law firm…read moreof Danfouralaw, in Burlingame, CA. We utilized the estate planning services of Lisa Law Kohli, in particular. Ms Kohli intently listened to our many wishes and executed our many needs while quickly preparing our needs within our almost impossible short time frame. Her expertise is clear and sharp as a diamond. I will be referring her to our friends and family.

Great experience with John Saadeh Law Firm. Professional, responsive, and very helpful throughout…read morethe process. Highly recommend their services!Union/Franklin

I had contacted Saadeh in regarding an issue I had and he was very professional and expertly…read moreanswering all my questions. I absolutely recommend contacting with Saadeh for legal needs. Thank you.

Catalina was amazing - professional, knowledgeable, kind, and incredibly generous with her time…read more We reached out to her regarding the purchase of a property, and she provided valuable insights into several issues we were already concerned about. Her guidance helped us better understand the risks involved and gave us the confidence to make a more informed decision. Throughout the process, Catalina was responsive, thoughtful, and genuinely focused on helping us rather than simply closing a transaction. We truly appreciated her honesty and expertise. If I could give her 10 stars, I would. I would not hesitate to work with Catalina again in the future and highly recommend her services to anyone looking for a trustworthy real estate attorney.

Provide quick instant message regarding to Customer case, she is very professional attorney from…read morethe interaction with her, will continue to work with her, thanks for this recommendation.