I cannot say enough wonderful things about Kelli and Haley. I've been a client of this firm for years, and once again they exceeded every expectation when helping me renew my DVRO. From start to finish, they were professional, knowledgeable, and incredibly thorough. Most importantly, I felt heard, supported, and genuinely protected during a very vulnerable process. They took the time to explain everything clearly, prepared me for each step, and handled my case with both strength and compassion. If you are looking for a firm that stands by their clients long-term and delivers exceptional representation, I wholeheartedly recommend them. read more

Kelli was outstanding throughout my divorce process. From the very beginning, she took the time to clearly explain every step so I always knew what to expect. She is incredibly knowledgeable and truly fierce when advocating for her clients. At the same time, she remained professional, strategic, and focused on getting the best possible outcome. Kelli and her staff were always prompt and responsive, which made a huge difference during such an emotional time. I never felt left in the dark and always felt supported. Most importantly, she got the job done. I'm very grateful for her guidance and highly recommend Kelli to anyone looking for a strong, reliable, and dedicated divorce attorney. read more

Kelli is the only person I trusted to protect me in the most difficult time of my life. She represented me when I needed a temporary restraining order for myself and my 6-week-old child. As a trial attorney myself, I had high standards for my representation and spent weeks calling and interviewing lawyers only to feel discouraged by the lackluster consultations I received. When I finally met Kelli and heard her recommendations during our consult, I sensed the confidence, skill, and precision she possessed. She is well-known in the family law field and has a stellar reputation. She will get you the outcome desired. Thank you Kelli. read more

Kelli is literally the best. So cool, so calm, so knowledgeable and a total SHARK. She has helped myself and a very good friend thru some gnarly legal problems and I wouldn't recommend anyone other than her to represent me. read more

Kelli and her firm are the absolute GOAT. They made more progress in my divorce case in a month than my previous lawyer had in 14 months. My case had been dragging on for years, and she had the entire ordeal wrapped up in 8 months. Kelli is always available and responsive and takes rapid, actionable steps for any and all issues that arise. Avallone and Associates are worth every penny and then some. I'd give six stars if I could. Absolutely recommend. read more

Once again my experience with Kelli, Raquel, and the attorneys at Avallone & Associates exceeded my expectations. I worked with Raquel exclusively for the most part for a custody RFO. Since the divorce process started over 18 months ago, the case in my opinion has never been cut and dry and has always been pretty dynamic. Throughout the RFO process, Raquel was on top of every situation. We communicated frequently and she always does an exceptional job communicating with the other party to keep things moving forward. At one point she even said, "Shaun, I was thinking about this last night, I think we should go a different direction." Just lets me know that they're invested and interested in getting the best result for their clients. These situations are never easy and often gut wrenching, but when you have an attorney team that performs at the highest level at all times - there's peace in that. I couldn't be happier with the outstanding service that Raquel, Kelli and the team provided once again. read more

Q: What do you call a legal ninja combined with a shark? A: Kelli Avallone Serious talk, I am beyond grateful for having Kelli on my side throughout my incredibly long 5+ year divorce case. I hired Kelli after a recommendation from a divorce coach and I have never looked back. She has an incredible memory and will recall even the simplest of details. Seeing her in action in multiple depositions and TWO multi-day trials has been an exhilarating ride. I am so thankful that I'm seated next to her instead of across from her. She will dig and dig until she uncovers the truth. I have even heard judges remark how well-prepared. Kelli and her co-counsel Suzanne are a dream team. They strategize, they consult, they attack. No attorney can guarantee that you will win your case but I firmly believe that Kelli is the reason that I have made it as far as I have. Divorces are hard so it's incredibly important to have someone on your side that isn't afraid to go to bat for you AND to tell you the hard truth when it's needed. read more

Kelli and her team came highly recommended and they didn't disappoint. I worked closely with Attorney Everett and Attorney Martin and they were down to earth and honest. They were quick and precise in all their work and so helpful with all my questions! read more

I have been on a legal battle with my ex for YEARS because he keeps trying to get money from me. I met with Kelli and she immediately put my mind and anxiety at ease. I knew I was in good hands. One email from her office and he hasn't bothered me in months. If you want someone that is upfront and no BS, look no further. read more

Kelli is phenomenal. Please trust her with your legal needs. I came across Kelli on here to represent me for a legal case. She is really is no nonsense. She will be fighting for you no matter what else is on her plate and will get you what you need. She is feisty but approachable. Calm, yet aggressive. As long as you tell her and give her what she needs to defend you, she will hit the ground running. Shes the type of person who will fight for the timid, shy and anxiety prone folks. Kelli is also very prompt, professional and communicates with you. I gave her all my documents and gave me all the options that I can take with this legal issue. She made sure I was still making decisions on my own behalf. At the end of it all, case dismissed. Trust me, she is worth it. Don't think about the money, think about the peace of mind she gives you. read more

The best attorney you can ask for! Kelli goes to bat for me in court every time we show up. She is professional, tough, and prepared! She and her coworkers Raquel and Sue have been amazing in court and in communication. I'm always kept up to date, getting quick responses to problematic situations and I know when we show up in court Kelli will do everything she can to get the best outcome for me! read more

I didn't plan on needing an attorney for my divorce, but unfortunately, I was wrong. Luckily through a trusted friend, I was introduced to this firm. Like anyone, I was hoping for an amicable agreement with my ex. The divorce went in the other direction. Kelli delivered. She is sharp, decisive, in charge, forward thinking, and above all else, brutally honest about the avenues I was about to pursue. She really is a high conflict attorney to have on your side. Her staff is responsive, they listen to what I wanted most out of my divorce agreement, and they guided me through the process with transparency. Today, I can say that I got everything I wanted, which was a fair custody agreement for my two young boys. If your ex is planning on putting you through the ringer, hire Kelli before they do. read more

Kelli is the best! I work around attorneys and one thing that's different about Kelli is she invest her whole heart into your case. I remember talking to her in person one time and in the conversation she referenced my children and knew their birthdays. It's little attentions to details like this rest assured you know Kelli's got your back in court. I had 2 attorneys before Kelli, they were absolute garbage, and in it for the money, nothing got handled. The day I hired Kelli 5 years ago the tables immediately began to turn, I felt like I had a voice in court and I had never experienced that in family court. I feel like it's a common story for men in California to get shafted in family court and I know every case is different, let's just say I went from having minimal custody to having primary custody in my case. She is articulate. She is sharp and intelligent. She is a fighter. But I must say Kelli is amazing but that's only with the help of her team. I have never been more impressed by her team, Suzanne, Raquel, and Maddie. These are some of the prettiest and most intelligent, hard-working, ladies you will ever meet. One thing I've learned when you have a great attorney and team, is availability, every-time I've needed legal advice Kelli and her team have been available answering in timely manner regardless of weekday or weekend. You get results with This team. If you want to go hire Temu lawyers you will end up with more headaches, no results, and wasting money. Kelli and team are a one stop shop and I continue to refer people to her. Lastly, just about every court appearance we've had, when we walk out of the court room people In the court room that watched her performance, come out and ask for her contact info before she leaves, she's the real deal! read more

I would definitely recommend Kelli she is an AMAZING! ATTORNEY! She really fights for what it is you want I am so grateful she got me everything I asked for and more! She is very professional and patient when explaining the process and answering any questions you have. It was a great experience watching her work and how she fought for what was best for my daughter. I would definitely recommend her and would hire her again in a heat beat if I ever needed too she is worth every penny spent for her services. read more

Thank you again to Kelli and her team for helping us get through a horrific time in our lives. We were just notified that everything has been finalized and we are so very grateful to be able to kick off the New Year and have this behind us. PLEASE stop your search and make sure you contact this incredible firm. read more

We had a very unusual and stressful case but Kelli, and her team, handled our situation with professionalism, competence, kindness and efficiency. We cannot adequately express how wonderful and incredible Kelli is! We are SO grateful to her and her team! read more

Kelli was recommended to our family by a gentleman who teaches parents how to co-parent in high-conflict environments. Upon learning our families circumstances in court, he said it was clear the other party's intentions was to use litigation without end to harm the parent/child relationship of our family member. He said there was no one better than Kelli to help our family and we should waste no time contacting her. His words could not have been truer. What I immediately noticed: She gets the details and quickly. You are not just another cookie cutter family court case and you will not be advised as such. She remembers the details of your case. If someone is making contradictory statements, you can count on her to catch it. She makes sure the most important details of your case are presented in the most impactful way to achieve the best outcome. She will give it to you straight. Court rooms can be unpredictable and she will not steer you in the wrong direction. She knows how to read the room and will advise you appropriately. She has a rapport within the industry and court rooms. You can trust her and her ability to guide you and represent you. I have been through the family court system for myself, friends, and family. I have seen well intentioned attorneys miss huge details. They either have too many clients or assume judges will make text book decisions and that your details don't matter. While they might mean well, they also tend to treat cases as they are all the same. Kelli does not. Kelli is tough when she needs to be, treats your case personally and has the ability to see through the mess of details and evidence to effectively help you get the best possible outcome for you and your family. We could not be more thankful for her! read more

Kelli is reliable, knowledgeable and transparent - everything I needed in an attorney. I felt confident in court since I had someone I trusted through it all; someone who didn't fluff up reality and told it like it is. Very high standards with Kelli! read more

Call Attorney Kelli to represent you now! She and her staff represented me in a case that I was not in the county for and worked to help me avoid a foreclosure from a high conflict divorce. Attorney Sue Yale worked closely with my case as well. They both were up-front, trusting, honest and timely the entire process. I couldn't recommend them any more. They are extremely knowledgeable and confident in what they do. I'm super grateful to have come across Kelli to say the least. If you want a badass attorney, get Kelli Avallone's firm to represent you. read more

Still crushing it! Been stuck in endless litigation over the same thing in a high conflict case. This time with a judge that wasn't taking into account the history seemingly at all. Kelli quickly maneuvered what could have been a a bad day in court to probably the biggest wins my daughter ever had. Didn't even take a full day. read more

Nothing but great experiences with Kelli and the entire staff there. From quick responses to quality and great service it was worth it. I would highly recommend their services especially for high conflict situations. I always felt at ease knowing I had Attorney Everett and Yale in my corner too. read more

To anyone who is dealing with a high conflict divorce case, this office is the one to represent you. Kelli is very talented, hard working and dedicated. She has an extraordinary knowledge about the law and superb ability to present your case. For more than 4 years I went through a very high conflict divorce proceeding. I had to defend myself against a Lot of untrue accusations that were merely the projection of the other party's own behavior and actions. Kelli represented me for the last year and did a phenomenal work. I also worked with Attorney Sue in this office who is very kind, knowledgeable and trusting. The office was always on time and delivered exactly what they had promised. read more

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what ever you do dont pay this lady $550 for a consultation! once you pay it she will get you in her office and scare you away. I feel like i was scammed. her first question for me was "do I live in Coronado"? very classist. read more

I hired Kelli to help me through a difficult time. She is extremely knowledgeable, sharp, and shuts down nonsense during hearings. A pretty penny but worth every bit. Will definitely recommend hiring her. read more

Kelli was recommended to me from a family member, my case was a very tough one!! She has done nothing short of an amazing job!!! In my situation I was up against a wall and had no visitation with my daughter, she turned that around in the first court date and now I have her full time!!! Something I didn't even think was possible!! Kelli is a straight SHARK!!!! Kelli is also very easy to talk to and will do anything in her power to make life easy through a tough time like divorce/custody. Kelli thank you for everything you have done,your an amazing lawyer!!!! read more

Words cannot express the amount of relief I felt after having my case in Kelli's hands. If you want to resolve yours in a timely manner then I highly recommend Kelli. From the jump she was on top of things. I didn't have to second guess or lay awake stressing about court. Any time I'd bring up concerns Kelli already had it covered, no joke, it was like she could read my mind. I recommend her with full confidence to friends, family, and honestly anyone. I wish I had met her sooner in the process that is why I'm writing this review. Hopefully you find her from the beginning. She is truly such a BADASS. read more

Kelli is the best !!! I highly recommend for anyone who is seeking any legal support. She's professional and very knowledgeable. I can't explain how much I appreciate her for helping out my family with my case. read more

Another BIG WIN!!! I have been working with the Curran Law Firm for a couple of years. I was represented by Kelli Blackburn during my last hearing and here is what I experienced. For starters, Kelli Blackburn is smart, articulate, and a quick-witted attorney. Our briefing prior to the hearing was short and to the point. Kelli had everything under control, and she knew all the fine details of my case. Most importantly, she understood the defendant's antics. Kelli was stellar during her oral arguments. She was focused, and well organized while providing me guidance during the entire hearing. I was impressed at her quick thinking and felt proud she was on my team. I was awarded more than I anticipated due to Kelli's approach. I am eternally grateful for another win by The Curran Law Firm. Thank you, Kelli and team, you're the Best!!! Overall... The Curran Law Firm has taught me how to be calm in the midst of emotional chaos. They taught me how to strategically attack without erratic emotions. In other words, don't sweat the small stuff, go and confidently win big things. There are nuances and understandings in the courtroom that outsiders do not know nor understand. This is where your counsel thrives. This is their arena and they know how to strategically approach all courtroom participants. This is where I sat back and watched my counsel win. Helpful tips... Get to the point: Share your concerns and expectations, embrace your team, and allow them to rise to the occasion. Make things easy for them by being prompt and to the point in your responses and documentation. This is not their first rodeo, most likely it is yours, which is why I am sharing my experience. Thank you, Kelli and team. I couldn't have done this without you. I am truly grateful to you all. I highly recommend the Curran Law Firm for hire. read more

Kelli was recommended to me by someone in the military divorce group that I was a part of. Kelli is also a military spouse so she is very knowledgeable when it comes to the ins and outs of the military. She is known to be a "SHARK". She is very confident and makes sure that her client receives the best outcome possible. She listens and is also very empathetic. She always makes sure you understand everything and is always on time sending all the paper works needed. She is an absolute beast in the courtroom. She will go above and beyond for you. I am so happy and thankful that I came across Kelli. She is a very skilled/impressive attorney. I would highly recommend her to anyone who is facing the nasty world of divorce. read more

SUPER helpful lady!!!!! Kelli got back to me EVEN THOUGH it was out of her realm, kudos to this woman!! :-)

Kelli having stayed by my side since the beginning even after she stopped taking cases in Orange County she did not leave me and stayed with me through a 5 year case that we finally put to bed after a 6 day trial. Two years ago, Kelli, trying to save everyone money (mostly me) made a reasonable offer that was far better for my former spouse than what the Court eventually ordered. Opposing party turned it down. Kelli took the case to trial 39 weeks pregnant and after 6 days the court granted me nearly all of my requests, and my spouse had to cover 70% of my attorneys fees, pay me long term spousal support. Kelli was far more prepared than the other attorney at trial, but also in general; she always had a strategy and a plan throughout the litigation. In contrast, it seemed that opposing counsel was often lost, unprepared, or otherwise just fumbling through his statements to the court, and even his questions of his own client. In five years of representation, Kelli and her team were always there when I needed them, they gave me sound advice, helped look out for my best interest and strategize to save me attorneys fees. read more

If you are dealing with any family court issues, you need to hire Kelli Blackburn. Words cannot express how much help and care she exhibited. Court is not easy and dealing with it is even harder. Kelli in court was like watching a great white shark. She went above and beyond for our son, ensuring his health and safety. Don't waste your time and money with another lawyer, skip straight to the best. You will thank me later. To the team at Kelli Blackburn office thank you so much for the help you are truly appreciated. read more

Kelli Blackburn killed it! Seeing her live in trial was the most amazing thing I have experienced. I was worried at first but Kelli quickly showed me I had nothing to worry about. Opposing counsel was scared of kelli. They had stated that Ms. Blackburn had made this a trial by ambush. They looked completely unprepared compared to Keli. By the end of trial the court made a credibility findings against my ex. We got everything we had hoped for and more. Love her! read more

Kelli is absolutely a powerhouse. She represented my brother in a bogus domestic violence case. The stress of it all was overwhelming but she handled this flawlessly. She got the case dismissed and was able to bring to light all of the falsified statements made about him. I have heard wonderful things about Kelli and all of it was proven true. I would recommend her in a heartbeat. read more

I am so grateful for all the help I received from Kelli and her team (thank you Sue). I reached out to Kelli's firm after attempting to navigate a child support case by myself and having a demoralizing experience in court. I felt relieved from the first conversation I had with Kelli. She really seemed to understand the emotional and financial toll this process was taking on me and took the time to explain all my options clearly. I should mention my ex-husband is an attorney as well, so to have someone as knowledgeable as Kelli is, with a no nonsense while still cordial approach was priceless. I was able to negotiate a fair settlement and finally close that stressful chapter of my life. I highly recommend using Kelli D. Blackburn's law firm. read more

I had been enduring a high conflict divorce for 3 years with other lawyers, when I had the great fortune of being referred to Kelli by a class instructor. What was seemingly impossible for other lawyers, was solved by Kelli within a very short time. Look no further than Kelli, she's exactly what you need to solve a high conflict family law situation. She's got a precise understanding of all aspects of family law, and is excellent at communicating the intricacies of the law to her clients so they can understand what to expect. It was a pleasure to see her interact with opposing counsel, and be the fierce and determined representative I needed. If I have any family law matters to handle in the future, Kelli will be the first person I call. read more

I came into contact with kelli during a very stressful time in my life. I had just gotten my first DUI and was terrified that my life had reached that point. I called kelli and she immediately made me feel more comfortable about the situation. She guided me through the entire process, and was very easy to talk to. She makes you feel like your talking to your home town friend whose there to help you out. If you couldn't tell by the review, my case basically ended best case scenario. Kelli is amazing, from her customer service skills to her action in the court room. You'd be lucky to have such a confident and cunning young woman in your corner. 10/10 would recommend. read more

I first contacted Kelli after trying to divorce my husband for over a year. I was in a terrible place emotionally, living in constant panic and feeling physically ill from all of the anxiety. I was looking for a way out and after hours of research on Yelp and calling divorce attorneys all over San Diego, I finally found Kelli. When I first reached out to Kelli we had a 45-minute conversation and I immediately felt at ease and knew that there would be light at the end of the tunnel. I instantly knew she was the right attorney for me and would make a very muddled situation clear. Kelli was very direct and explained everything she was doing, making the process very simplistic. I appreciated that she was conscious of my money and advised me how to not waste it. She also worked with me directly, never passing my case off to paralegals. Kelli was like an angel by my side during this grueling process, I needed her so much both for legal representation and for my mental health. I truly feel like she saved my life during my divorce and  I cannot recommend her enough!! read more

Kelli is the best! She goes above and beyond for her clients and is extremely knowledgeable. I would recommend her to anyone I knew who needed legal representation. She is someone you absolutely want on your team! read more

Dealing with Family law, child custody/support is a high-stress situation for most parents. I was a mess trying to navigate, acquaint myself to a system/process with so many moving parts, on top of dealing with an irrational co-parent with constantly competing objectives. Kelli listened sensitively to my circumstance, assessed, and provided an action plan that PROMOTED MY INTEREST for regular (60/40) Visitation! PLUS a financial support plan that I feel good about, and is reasonable to meet my SON's NEEDS for his care while with Mom. MAKE NO MISTAKE...though friendly, empathic and energetic in her work; Kelli DOESN'T PLAY when it comes to ensuring her clients receive their most favorable outcomes! She was pivotal to convey a "friendly approach" with the other party; while still maintaining MY BEST INTEREST should Mom feel inclined to "fight us" further in trial proceedings. For this...SUCCESS shows in the results! I'm seeing my kid on a regular schedule and know he's taken care of by BOTH parents! Having Kelli Blackburn in my corner has renewed my confidence; I WILL obtain 50/50 custody with my son in the near future! Also, will do so while maintaining an amicable relationship with Mom, founded on mutual respect/understanding of BOTH OUR/AND SON's needs! You Rock Kelli! read more