Sam is generous with his time and will answer my questions even when I email him on a Sunday. Mr…read moreKan has taken the time and energy to fully understand my situation and customize a plan to help me resolve my tax issues. He can explain very complex tax rules in a way that things make sense for some of us that are foreign to the IRS world. Sam is knowledgeable, straightforward and trustworthy. I am exited that hopefully soon, he will be an extension of my organization by sharing her knowledge on a various tax subjects for a large audience.

This review is long overdue as SK accountancy has handled our taxes for businesses and personal for…read moremany years. SK's support and ability to communicate is very much appreciated. The staff is attentive and willing to meet when needed. Great job to Sam and his staff. We will see you next tax season!

Absolutely amazing. I had stan who is sadly no longer there but this firmed helped me out so much…read moreduring the worst period of my life. It's expensive but worth every penny. I'm in the coast guard and I would recommend to any one of my fellow coasties.

I thought very hard about writing this review, but I do feel other people ought to be warned. I am…read morea trans woman, and I wanted to hire a lawyer to do my name / gender change forms. I googled and found that Levine Family Law advertises this service. They charged, as I recollect, $3500. The forms went in fine, but then I waited for months for the court order to be entered. At first they said six weeks, but the timeline kept slipping. I started having calls with Levine asking what was happening--they said the SF court was backed up and that it would take time. But it became clear that they did not have a direct line to the courthouse and had a very difficult time getting hold of human beings over there: they were essentially blind. I asked for a call with my lawyer, Stan, but was informed he had left the practice (nobody had told me). I had a call with the office manager Katie, and she basically told me I'd just have to wait. It was very nice and all, but she said I just needed to wait. I live about 20 min drive from the courthouse, so after that call I got so frustrated I got in my car, and I went to the courthouse. There was no line at the records office. They pulled my application, and the clerk said he'd put it on the top of the stack on Monday. By Tuesday, my name/change order was granted, and I had my certified copies. What makes me angry is that I was repeatedly told that the courthouse was busy and, essentially, incompetent, but actually every interaction I've had with them, whether for this or for other records requests, has been prompt and efficient. There is almost never a line; they are very helpful in answering questions. It has become clear to me that Levine Family Law merely scapegoats the courthouse, and that the true issue is their inability to get anyone there on the phone. In the USA, we don't hire lawyers merely to fill out forms--we hire them to shepherd us through the legal process. Levine family law certainly would never be as cavalier about the fate of a child custody or divorce decree--it is only their trans clients that they leave to fend for themselves, twisting in the wind for months. It is unconscionable to charge people $3500 and then be unwilling to take twenty minutes to, say, show up at the courthouse and make sure the decree actually gets entered. If you're not willing to do what it takes to get the decree granted, please don't offer it as a service. As it is, I have no doubt that if I'd filled out the forms myself and gone to the courthouse on my own, I'd have gotten everything done much quicker and more cheaply. I want to reiterate that the forms they filed were apparently fine, but they had absolutely no orientation to actually following up with the court. No doubt they will respond to say that they did their job when they filed the forms. But I was advised by Stan specifically that he was going to be in my corner, following up on these forms. When a firm charges for this service, they are charging for peace of mind--the idea that they will handle everything. If all you want is someone to file forms, maybe this law office is fine, but if you want someone who will make sure the decree actually gets granted, you shouldn't go with them.

A good friend of mine recommended me to Kim. I've been coming here for 3 years now for my taxes…read more Kim is fast and efficient. When all is done all paperwork and clear instructions are enclosed in a green folder. In the past I've done turbo tax but I always get a better result when Kim does them for me. I also hold a renter's insurance policy with them. Affordable and easy to access. I have and will continue to recommend to friends.

We have been coming here for a few years now. Great service and a friendly environment. Highly…read morerecommended!

I worked with Michael a few times, once when I was renting out a property, then later selling that…read moreproperty and purchasing another. He was very personable, down to earth, practical and honest. He did an excellent job of clarifying issues that I had questions about, reviewing legal documents, and providing options so that I could make the best decision. He is great to work with and I would highly recommend him! His prices are fair and he is a great resource.

I hired Michael Notaro last November for an eviction case in Oakland. He was effective and helped…read moreus successfully regain possession of the property. Throughout the entire process, Michael communicated clearly, kept us updated, and explained our options. He also went above and beyond by offering practical advice and recommendations to help prevent similar issues with future tenants. I truly appreciated his professionalism and guidance. I would work with Michael again if I needed legal representation as a landlord.

Working with Ingrid was a dream experience! My family and I live in a 100 yr old home in Oakland…read morethat had a bathroom that desperately needed upgrading. Ingrid has an artistic eye that clicked perfectly with our design wishes. She listened to our ideas and compiled 3D drawings to help us visualise what our bathroom would look like. Once we decided on a few key features and a design template, our project design came together very quickly. We chose tiles, a custom built vanity and marble top, flooring and bathroom hardware with Ingrid's input over a few weeks and then building work started with a general contractor, Adam Arrington Construction, suggested by Ingrid. We had Ingrid as an invaluable link whilst the works were carried out. All in all, the project was thorough and executed with great skill and a keen eye for detail. Our new bathroom has all of the hallmarks of what can be built by skilled craftspeople when great design is guiding a project. We are so grateful to have found Ingrid and to have her and Adam's expert work adorn our home.

Ingrid and Emilie were a delight to work with. Highly highly recommend their work and level of…read moreservice, care and style. We needed to overhaul or family room and had no idea where to start or how to tackle some oddities in our old home. Ingrid provided ideas and expertise on both he decor but also some structural needs like removing an old window seat, and making sure all the door casings and trim matched and fit faithfully in our Victorian. She did an amazing job of marrying my style with my husband's and created a gorgeous room for us. We took a few calculated risks on paint colors and furniture we wouldn't have ordinarily chosen, and they turned out fabulous. Exactly why we chose a designer!

I only wish there were more than 4 stars!! Cleaning Nation does an amazing job!! I had gotten a…read more'deep cleaning' as a birthday gift from my son. They did a superior job covering all the tasks I had requested and did a whole lot more, even things like cleaning my electric toothbrush and taking care of my refrigerator. They also sent my son pictures of the work done for his approval. I can not say enough about Cleaning Nation, only that I have found my long-term cleaner!!

Worst cleaning experience. I expected the cleaners to already know what was to be cleaned as part…read moreof a deep clean in detail. When they "finished" none of the cabinet surfaces were cleaned, there were still cobwebs, the sink was still grimy, the windowsills were not even cleaned, and the backlash of the kitchen was still dirty. I had to babysit the cleaners to make sure they actually cleaned! And they kept talking back to me and saying this can't be cleaned more when I could clean it. And one of the cleaners spilled all over the back of an artwork. What a headache!

Simply put, there is no better CPA than Lars Hansson…read more He is professional and goes beyond what I believe is required of a CPA . Lars is accurate and concise, a no-nonsense business man who is still warm and friendly. He is accessible year-round by phone or email, answering questions in a timely manner. Lars has been doing our taxes for over 10 years. He was my husband's CPA when my husband owned a business. My father, who owns his own business, switched over to Lars because of my husband's high opinion and reviews of Lars. I am my father's bookkeeper for all things personal and business, so I am the main person who works with Lars. For years, I never quite had 100% faith in the CPA's we used. After we switched to Lars, I have 100% confidence that things are being done correctly. And, believe it or not, I actually enjoy going to visit Lars and his staff every year. Like Lars, his staff is wonderful, too.

Lars and his team are very reliable and easy to work with. I highly recommend him for tax and…read moreother financial support.

I highly recommend Tracy Lemmon at Lemmon Employment Law & Conflict Resolution. I feel incredibly…read morefortunate that I found her through Salma from Gomerman Bourn & Associates. Before working with Tracy, I consulted with three other employment attorneys about my situation. After hearing the facts, all three essentially advised me to accept the severance my former employer had offered and move on. Tracy saw the situation differently. She took the time to really understand what had happened, carefully evaluated my case, and was willing to advocate for me when others were not. Over the next several months, Tracy guided me through the entire process and ultimately represented me through mediation, where we reached a resolution that was dramatically better than the original severance offer and that I was very satisfied with. What impressed me most was not only the outcome, but how Tracy handled the process. She genuinely cared about me as a client, was thoughtful and strategic, communicated clearly, and gave my case very personalized attention. I always felt that she was advocating for my best interests rather than simply trying to move the case along. She was also very mindful of legal costs and handled the matter in a practical and cost-effective way. Employment disputes can be stressful and very personal, and having the right attorney makes an enormous difference. Tracy combined strong legal judgment and advocacy with compassion and personal attention. My experience with her was exceptional, and I would recommend her without hesitation to anyone looking for an employment attorney.

I reached out several times regarding a potential case but never received a call or email. Totally…read moreUnresponsive. You'd think the firm would at least acknowledge receiving the emails and calls. I also submitted a questionnaire through their website. Other law firms responded and we selected one and moved forward.

I was significantly injured by a car running a red light at 45 mph. The crash was caught on police…read morecam. The driver was apprehended at the scene. It was a strong, straight forward case. While the Berg Injury Law firm represented me 1) They did not initiate contact with me once 2) They never made a single discovery in support of my case. Because of their poor performance I terminated their services after 10 months. This time Berg Injury were quick on their feet to notify me, my insurance and the other party's insurance that they were to be paid $5,600 prior to me recovering my insurance coverage for my bodily harm. Very disappointed. I will get $0 from this accident that has left me with permanent damage while Berg grabs my insurance coverage.

I was in an accident and I used these guys. The communication is terrible. I have to call them to…read morefind anything out on my case. It's been over a year and a half and they told me my settlement is likely zero. Stay away from these guys.

Need I say more? They're architects and they do a damn fine job.read more

From Apple stores to cell phone towers that fit into church steeples, MBH delivers a designer punch…read moreto any project.