Sam is literally a life saver. I can't recommend him enough. Going through a divorce and custody…read morecase was the most stressful experiences of my life, and he guided me thorugh it far better than I ever could have hoped. He is incredibly responsive and consistently thoughtful in explaining my options and what to expect at each step. I never felt rushed or just like another case; he took the time to really listen and understand what mattered most to me and my family. Beyond being a skilled attorney, he was genuinely kind and compassionate, which made a huge difference in an emotional time and was always available when I needed clarity or reassurance. Most importantly he is completely trustworthy, I never doubted he was acting in my family's best interest & his advice let to better outcomes that I ever thought possible. Sam is one of those rare people who embodies everything you want in an expert and confidant. There simply is no one better.

Sam was a highly effective lawyer for us. He helped create exactly the outcome we needed, without…read moreneeding to go to court. Amazing bedside manner, always calm, friendly, sympathetic, and with some humor here and there to lighten the mood. For context, our case involved consumer law and digital property, a dispute with a provider of cloud file storage that had deleted our account without sufficient notice. We contacted many lawyers for help and it seems unthinkable in 2026 but so many of them said they just had no idea about digital property. Or the ones who did have expertise were only interested in defending a big company not helping the little guy. Not only did Sam confidently take on our case but he had excellent advice about open source software that would help us be more self-reliant in the future so we're not as exposed to the whims of cloud providers.

Paula is the Lawyer you need and want. She reviews everything and documents prior cases, summarize…read morein a clear precise manner. I needed her help regards to my divorce .You will find ourself poring out your soul, and I am not one to let on about my private life. I make my mistakes but prefer to learn from it and move on. She never rushes, keeps you informed and updated. She works long hours and I can attest to that by the emails that she wrote and sent in the early morning hours. She has a very calm way about her that will calm you down. If you need help, at least see her and find out for yourself. I would have given her 10 stars if I could. Valerie S.

I utilized Paula's services to represent me in a very difficult, complicated divorce. She is well…read moreknown and highly respected by her peers and judges in Monterey County. She is knowledgeable in the laws, a great negotiator, fair, a good listener, diligent and extremely maticulate in her work. All traits of an outstanding lawyer. I would highly recommend her.

Oh my God finally an attorney with a brain. Expensive yes but worth it. Why are divorces so…read moreexpensive? Because they are worth it that's why. After two amazingly crappy attorneys (not just my opinion there are other reviews to attest to this), Geoffrey got it done. Took a while because my idiot ex-husband Julian kept dragging it out, but the case was resolved to my advantage. It did not help that the other two incompetent attorneys who didn't last very long on my case did not work out. Sometimes you just have to find the right fit. not sure how the first two attorneys Jennifer and Keith stay in business. Ms. rude and mr. stupid. So thanks Geoffrey, for saving the day.

From the owner: Our office prides itself on client satisfaction and local representation. I have been practicing…read morein Monterey County, San Benito County and Santa Cruz County since 1990. We have Spanish speaking staff as well. Our practice areas include all types of family law cases, domestic violence cases, as well as a wide variety of personal injury and wrongful death cases to assist people in our local community. We look forward to helping you with your legal matter.

I started working with Barbara over 13 years ago when seeking a divorce. Over those 13 years,…read morethere were numerous times I would have to re-hire her for support and court appearances. I cannot say enough about her as a person and her skills. I always admired how she represents herself in the court room as well as her representation of my case in our numerous court appearances. You will not regret hiring Barbara!!

We were so very pleased to have Barbra representing us in a recent court case. It was a very…read moredifficult situation, and she handled it with the upmost professionalism. She is able to present a strong case while keeping a calm and knowledgeable demeanor. We just cannot say enough praises to express how happy we were with her services.

We are having some issues with our apartment. I had called 3 other attorneys today…read more Mike answered the phone and gave me a 30 minutes consultation for free. I was able to ask questions and explore my issues with him. Thank you!!

Forget the stereo typical all lawyers are lying scum bags…read more Mike actually is honest . I've been using him for eight years and this is after nearly forty years of business . I've had lots of lawyers ,some good some bad. I can say this if Mike accepts you and you do what he asks , he knows he can and will win . He won't take you just to get some money . He is driven to win period .

Tessa helped me tremendously through the darkest time of my life. My ex kept my children from me…read morefor two months and I had no avenue or knowledge of the system and what I needed to file to regain my children. My ex and I were separated at the time but not on paper, so going to the police did nothing for me. Even as the mother of my children, law enforcement told me their hands were tied without any legal documents. He had my children in another County away from our home and I feared that would complicate things. Since Tessa is a divorcee herself, she is highly relatable and eased me into the process with real life accounts and uplifting me during this tough time. She is realistic and supportive, she walked me through the processes and had pre-meetings with me for court dates anytime I requested it. She made getting my children back a priority. We did encounter some hurdles with the local police in the city my kids were being held but Tessa kept pushing forward with different options and avenues for me. I was able to get my children back right around Mothers day and it felt like a miracle! After the custody was all sorted out, she helped me get my divorce finaled...which is a long drawn out process, regardless of which lawyer you choose. Tessa and her staff were available to support me in anyway I needed, even from afar. I am based in Monterey County but I never once felt like they weren't providing me with excellent service and support. I highly recommend Tessa if you are looking for a supportive lawyer who will fight for you even when you feel like giving up. Divorce is not easy but there is light at the end of the tunnel and Tessa can help you navigate through the tough court system.

I was excited about Tessa's boss energy, and having a local fierce female attorney…read more Unfortunately it wasnt a good experience. They failed to handle my documents properly so the thing I paid them thousands to prepare wasn't even considered by the court. They were hard to get ahold of in general, and the preparation of said document was done with very little communication with me. It was sent to me to sign without any input or review at the VERY last minute and my request for edits was met with curt dismissal. Very disappointed.

Update: I am a…read morereturning customer/client, and Lisa has been super helpful. She is super nice, and her prices are reasonable. Trust me, call Lisa and trust the process! I will always support her business!

Location: Family Paralegal Services Date: April 13, 2026…read moreService: Probate Court Last year around the fall I started this journey to file paperwork for my child that was becoming of age and I require this paperwork to continue taking care of them. I went online I did research reviews and searched for services within my local area. I truly appreciate paralegal staff Lisa and the team and communicating with the clients the same day which rarely happens. Lisa went over with me at the appointment everything step by step made everything clear and precise I understood what I had to do if a documents had to be submitted by the doctor by myself it's a lot to process mentally and physically. Overall it's done Court is completed paperwork is completed overall I had a outstanding customer service experience at family paralegal services. I highly recommend you check them out when the time is needed.

Carolyn Harris and her assistant Melissa have handled my case for the past 5 years since the…read moreDecember 2019/January 2020. From my divorce, to custody battle, and a whole lot in between, Carolyn has been second to none when it comes to the value of handling my case(s). I would recommend Carolyn to any person who is in need of a true professional when it comes to Family Court. Please be mindful that an Attorney is only their best when you as a client handle your situation(s) professionally. I assure you the value you will receive in your case with Carolyn Harris as your Attorney will be more than you expect if you follow her guidance and knowledge in handling your case. Do not second guess this choice!!

Her assistant is super nice but Carolyn is mean and crabby. She kept telling me what the court…read morewants. The thing is, if I'm paying an attorney, that person is suppose to be my advocate. I spend 15 minutes with her explaining things and she insisted I was wrong when I provided all the documentation. I spent another 15 minutes watching her on zoom read my documents. It was a complete waste of money and she looked miserable. Not all lawyers are unhappy. Look for someone who actually is a compassionate person and will be your advocate. The whole reason why you get a lawyer is to protect your right. Not to tell you what the court wants!!!

They have helped me with getting my case moved to this state. They also handle it all. They have…read moretaken the time to not only talk about the here and now but also the path forward, ways to handle issues that came up along the way, and every time I need something they always are available or reach back in the same day. It has been one of the best experiences with a lawyer. I really want to point out they just seem to know everything. Well worth the investment.

I do not usually like to leave reviews, but there is one attorney changed that. My son and I were…read morein serious need of someone to care about our well being not just be a paycheck. Tyler Gesbeck did that for us. He made us feel special and so important. He went out of his way to truly make sure that we were happy and safe. Thank you Tyler!!!! I will never forget all of your support.

I can be more happier with MR YARDLEY my most sincere thanks…read morefor the most professional representation. you have stuck by me through the years in dealing with this very stressful case. i admire your composure, work ethic and most all excellent representation. thank you

I only spoke to Mr. Yardley on the phone and he was really a smart and terrifically nice person. I…read morepotentially could have been in some trouble (nobody hurt; not a DUI or any such thing), and worriedly, I phoned him. He asked relevant questions, gave me his take on things, made suggestions, was generous with his time, and all this on the phone: no charge. How refreshing to meet somebody in this day and age with integrity and generosity. Should I ever find myself in a bind (I hope not!!), I would not hesitate to see Mr. Yardley. I highly recommend him.