I went to Ben Adams at Adams Fietz to form a business entity. Ben seemed like an honest lawyer and well-intended. My goal was to have him form what is called a collective. He asked for a $5000 retainer which I paid him with the understanding that any legal work he did for me would be charged against the $5000. The money you pay a lawyer as a retainer is supposed to go into an escrow account and not comingled with other funds as that money is supposed to cover any legal services the lawyer provides at their billing rate. Ben Adam didn't actually ever form the entity nor register it, but rather produced a 3 page letter that named the entity, a collective. He put this letter into a 3-ring binder with generic information not specific to my organization. I decided not to request additional services from Ben Adams and now he won't refund my unused funds. Ben says that these funds were for on-call services and my time to request these funds back has expired. He refused to return my unused balance despite his legal obligation to do so; unused retainers are legally the property of the client who paid the retainer. On-call lawyers are very rare and are only found with lawyers who are very very well known in our society like Rudy Giuliani. And Giuliani charges an hourly rate. Good honest lawyers conduct monthly reviews of all of their retainers in escrow and refund clients who do not use the law firm's services. Again, the money should be kept in an escrow account as it's not the lawyer's money to keep; it's their client's. Ben Adams does no such thing. He'll keep your retainer despite not doing any work to earn it. Unfortunately, I'm now in the position to have to sue Ben Adams to get my unused retainer back. Buyer beware of Ben Adams of Adams Fietz! Benjaman Tabiess Adams State license #207281 1510 4th St, Santa Rosa, CA 95404 County: Sonoma County Phone Number: (707) 999-9999 Fax Number: (707) 583-7649 Email: ben@adamsfietz.com read more

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Ben A. Is an outstanding lawyer. I only can recommend him in any way. Basically I went into his office and explained him my situation in 15 minutes. He didn't make any promises but I immediately felt his engagement and willingness to help me as good as possible in the situation. He even provided me honestly with alternative options (competitors) to explore before I commit to hire him. He was constantly available and responded to all my questions and requests within minutes during the entire time he defended me and my case. Finally even after successful completion of the case he still supported me with additional advice and information. Excellent experience!!! read more

Jeremy Fietz helped me and a friend out with a brutal car accident, getting my friend more in cash than the at-fault driver's policy was even worth. Jeremy is super nice, and super smart. He seems to love what he does, and he seems to love it for the right reason, which is making things right for people who would be screwed over by default. He's accessible, and his team is cool and understanding and smart. What more could you ask for? read more

My case was a legitimately difficult one. I was being charged for an assault I did not commit, and the bulk of the testimony against me came from Law Enforcement Officers. When the dust finally settled, my lawyer, Mr. Izaak Schwaiger, had essentially gotten my case dismissed. I am absolutely happy with the results, and if you are truly in need of a GREAT Lawyer, not a good lawyer, or a mediocre one, but a very determined, and competent Lawyer, one who will fight for you like he's the best, well, Izaak Schwaiger, from Adams Fietz, IS THE BEST CRIMINAL DEFENSE LAWYER IN SONOMA COUNTY, bar none. Look for yourself: http://www.pressdemocrat.com/article/20140509/articles/140509533 read more

Stellar every time! My experience with Jeremy Fietz has been absolutely outstanding. Jeremy has consistently provided excellent advice and solid direction over the years. His thorough legal knowledge and ability to effectively communicate with a friendly and professional approach makes all the difference. Always helpful and easy to reach. Definitely representation worth pursuing... you will not be disappointed. read more

Very thankful to have met Izaak Schwaiger for my case. Wonderful wellspoken lawyer and very patient. Had the time to see me on my busy schedule and Everything went very well, rapid and ... listened to, respected and acknowledged in my needs. My case was dismissed! appreciate everything he did for me. Highly Recommended to anyone in need. read more

Would highly recommend Ben Adams, Victoria Shanahan, and his team. He/they gave great legal advice, was very efficient, and made the whole process easier. His team is very knowledgeable and respected! read more

Izaak Schwaiger is not just a lawyer to me who helped me get out of jail n helped me in my dui case, he is a man who truly cares and has helped me to change my life for the better! He saw hope in me when I didnt. I've been sober n working on seeing what he saw in me!! Izaak is amazing at what he does and it shows! I will forever be grateful for his compassion and help through this trying time in my life. I would recommend him in a heartbeat!!! read more

I was the victim of a severe motorcycle injury. Jeremy Fietz was extremely helpful and made it much easier for me to make informed decisions about my situation. He took the time to talk with me in layman's terms and I found his experience invaluable. And even more important, I came to trust him completely as an attorney looking after my best interests. I hope that I am never in need of his services again but if I am, he will be my first call. I recommend Jeremy Fietz and without hesitation. read more

Izaak Schwaiger is a truly amazing individual. I called his office in a state of desperation on the eve of a jury trial. Izaak took the time to meet with me that very night. He was incredibly down to earth, making me feel instantly at ease. Unfortunately, because of the limited time and resources he was not able to take my case... But, what he did do completely amazed me! He called a friend in the county where my case was pending and asked him to step in and help me in a time of need. I was so moved by his compassion and willingness to find a solution. He is an amazing lawyer who will go above and beyond. I am incredibly grateful for him and his team at Adams Fietz. If you're looking for an amazing lawyer he is definitely the man for the job! read more

I hired Ben Adams as my attourney about 2 months ago and he was able to achieve a full dismissal for my case. Ben is great guy, very easy to work with, and most importantly: this guy KNOWS HIS SH*T. I noticed very quickly that Ben has also earned a great amount of respect from his peers. Compared to most cases he works mine was fairly small time, but I wouldn't have wanted any other attourney on my side. read more

After receiving legal assistance from Izaak Schwaiger with Adams Fietz I was very pleased with what they have to offer. I needed legal advice in a time of need and Izaak was knowledgeable and willing to explain things in laymen terms for someone who does not have an expert understanding of the law like him. I highly recommend Izaak Schwaiger because you will not be disappointed with how he deals with his clients. In court, he reduced my misdemeanor charge down to an infraction. Thank you for your help! read more

This legal service did everything they promised for me. Ben Adams, a lawyer, provided me with perfect legal advice and helped me through the roughest times I highly suggest them. read more

Good Criminal Defense lawyers are hard to find,but to my surprise they do exist. Schwaiger is confident, well spoke, knowledgeable, and completely down to earth. He makes the law so easy to understand. He is a good person who is always looking out for his clients best interests. My case was dismissed and I'm so lad I found a lawyer who gets the job done. Schwaiger is dependable and professional these two qualities go along way in the justice system. You can definitely feel confident once you get him on your side. He works with clients one on one no secretaries or assistants doing the work for him. I have a very busy schedule and he was able to work around it. He also called me with every new development not just an email , which I do very much appreciate. Schwaiger gave 100% to my case. He is an awesome lawyer, and I highly recommend his services. read more

I was going through one of the biggest ordeals in my life with being charged with a serious felony. I have made mistakes in my past as a teenager (18) which I paid my debt to society. Being released from prison I got my life back on track working at my job for 18 years being a single father raising my son. I purchased a home had everything anyone could ask for. At 41 years of age over 20 years of being out of incarceration I was faced with loosing everything I've worked so hard to achieve. With all this stress and the fear of being taken out of my sons life I had to obtain the best counsel ever! That being Ben Adams and Victoria Shannahan. They both realized what I had at steak and knew I had changed from that kid into a productive member of this society. The both of them went to work fighting for my life in court proving to the judge that my past mistakes was not the person I was today. It was a long stressful process but they made me feel so at ease knowing I had the best lawyers in Sonoma County on my side. The DA pushing to send me back to prison Ben & Victoria presented my case and had the judge see who I really was. I was given probation saving my job and keeping me in my sons life. I am so thankful for them. I hope Im not ever in that type of situation again but I know if anything like that ever happens again I 100% know that they will be the first people I call!! Best Lawyers in the world!! read more

Izaak Schwaiger represented me during my first brush with the law. He talked me through the whole process and in the end I was very pleased with the outcome. He's worked in the DA's office so he knows the how everything works on the other side. I'd absolutely recommend Adams Fietz for your legal defense. read more