Based on good internet reviews, I wanted to hire Samin to help me with my divorce, but she wasn't taking new clients. So I worked with her colleague, Elizabeth. Elizabeth provided great service and information in a timely, professional manner. At some point, she announced she was leaving the practice, for reasons I don't know. So I was transferred to Samin. Samin and I met over zoom a few times. She was friendly, informative and helpful. Then we decided that mediation wasn't working and I needed to take my husband to divorce trial. So I hired her to represent me instead of on a consultation basis. That's when things started going wrong. Over the next few months, it became harder to get in touch with her. Email responses would take 3-4 business days. Her paralegal was helping me put together forms to file (FL-150) but edits back and forth would take days to come back for my review, wheras I made sure I always returned my part within 1 business day to them. It took 2 1/2 months for her firm to complete the form and file it!!! All the while I was losing out on having the form filed for the purpose of retro spousal support. More than once when they returned the forms for my review there were errors, some glaring, which required more time on my part, more emails back and forth and -yup- more time billed to me. So one day I called the office to express my anger and frustration at the process and asked for a call back so we could talk live instead of email. I never got a call back!! Four business days later I got a stern email. Never was there an explanation or apology for why I couldn't get them to speed up or attend to my case. At one point, Samin told me it was my fault for changing my mind (for 24 hours) and telling her that I thought I might try mediation again instead of court, but then told her never mind and to proceed. Divorce is messy-it is normal to have doubts and 2nd thoughts. Instead of telling me that it's MY fault that the process is taking so long, maybe guide me through the pros and cons of each option and have a little sympathy. Plus, that mixed message only accounted for 2 business days. Not the 2 1/2 months that it took to get that form finished. After feeling ignored, underserved, overwhelmed and uncared for, I finally pulled the trigger and let Samin go. I hired Honorable Legal Services-DeAnn Salcido, who has been phenomenal. Attentive at every step, incredibly informative, educational. She gives me notes, articles with highlights an annotations for me to read. She explains my options clearly. She responds in 1-2 days every time. We've done multiple zoom calls. And her office has a marvelous online system that organizes my files, forms, correspondence and upcoming dates in a way that is clear to both of us. AND she costs LESS than Samin! If I had had DeAnn from the start instead of Elizabeth and Samin, this process would have gone a LOT smoother and faster. read more

Going through a divorce is one of the most painful and overwhelming experiences a person can face, and mine was especially high-conflict. I honestly don't know how I would have gotten through it without Samin Beringer by my side. From the very beginning, Samin made me feel heard, supported, and protected. Her communication was clear and compassionate, and her professionalism gave me a sense of stability when everything else felt uncertain. She told me the truth, even when it was hard to hear, and helped me face each step with realistic expectations. I always knew she was fighting for me and that meant everything. Samin didn't just represent me, she stood with me. I will forever be grateful for her strength, wisdom, and unwavering support. I would wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone going through a divorce. She made one of the hardest chapters of my life a little easier to bear. read more

Ms. Beringer and her team are great. I voiced my concerns and they were extremely receptive to my case. Ms. Beringer is impressive in her ability to represent her clients. She is intelligent, thoughtful, and thorough. I would recommend her to any of my family and friends in need of her services. read more

My husband and I have been working with Ms. Beringer for the past couple of years, and we cannot recommend her highly enough. She is firm, respectful, and incredibly thorough. Her communication is always clear and professional--she's confident in her abilities and has every reason to be. In our complex family law matters, Ms. Beringer has consistently ensured that our side was not only heard but truly understood by the judges. She doesn't sugarcoat things--she's realistic and manages expectations with integrity, which we deeply appreciate. Her strategic thinking and calm confidence have made a world of difference in how we've been able to navigate our cases. If you're looking for someone who will advocate fiercely and fairly for you, she's the one you want by your side. read more

This review is for Elizabeth Molea. She seemed very competent and caring during the initial consultation, but once she got the retainer, she was the opposite- inattentive, uncaring, and only doing the bare minimum. read more

When I was first served with divorce papers I was in complete shock. That feeling turned to devastation when I saw that my ex-wife was seeking full custody of our two young daughters. I didn't know where to turn. I reached out to several attorneys for consultations, but none of them gave me the confidence that they could handle such a difficult and emotional situation, until I met Samin. From our first consultation, she made me feel heard, reassured and confident that she would fight for a fair outcome. She took the time to answer all of my questions thoroughly and with compassion, always offering detailed explanations that helped ease my anxiety. What stood out most was her attention to detail. She kept an organized binder with all of our case notes and referred to it often, which made it clear how invested she was in my case. She came to court fully prepared every time and watching her in action gave me the confidence that I was truly in good hands. Thanks to her hard work and dedication, we were able to put together a child custody schedule that allows me to see my daughters six days a week, something I never thought would be possible when this all began. That schedule has brought stability and a sense of normalcy back into our lives. Now that the divorce is finalized, I'm in a much better place to move forward and focus on the next chapter of my life. I'm incredibly grateful for everything Samin and her team have done to support me and my daughters through this process. Her professionalism, compassion and commitment made all the difference. =) read more

Samin is hands down the best family law attorney in San Diego. She is extremely professional & truly cares for her clients. She values the power of family & the best interests of children. The world would be a better place if all family lawyers shared her values. Thank you Samin for your exceptional service. read more

Samin represented me during my divorce process. She is very responsive, reasonable, professional and sticks with the law for what is right and wrong. It lead a very focussed process and stayed with what is right in the framework of law. I highly recommend her if you are looking for a fair process. Thank you Samin and members of your firm!! read more

I hired Samin Beringer as my counselor and was wholly impressed with the entire experience. Granted, divorce is rough everyone, but particularly a man (and father) and sole provider in the state of California, where it felt everyone was out to get a piece of me. To her credit and professionalism, Mrs. Beringer listened to my concerns, questions, and needs, identified gaps in my 'logic', helped correct my path and was critical in creating a strategy where, in the end, I feel I won... all without going to court! I absolutely give her my highest rating, and thank her for her tremendous counsel. read more

I can not recommend this firm enough. They are responsive, professional, level headed, timely, reasonable and get the job done perfectly. I've used services here a couple times over the last decade and each time I've been satisfied. You won't be disappointed when you choose this place! There is a reason this place has all 5 stars. read more

I find it suspicious that there are only 5 star reviews here.... My experience with Samin Beringer and this firm was poor. Many mistakes were made along the way. I got the feeling that Ms Beringer had too many cases and couldn't keep the facts of my case straight, having to be reminded of pertinent details more then once. She confused the detail of my case with someone else. In looking at the details of my bill I realized I was charged for the time that was spent recalculating and filing due to her mistakes. In the end, even though the judge ordered by ex to pay arrears plus attorney fees, Ms Beringer was not willing to even bill him, much less try very hard to collect without me putting up another retainer to move forward with her. I found a more professional firm to work with. Based on my experience, I would not recommend this attorney. read more

I had a difficult divorce that began in 2013, nothing was going my way and it was taking years. I made the mistake of initially hiring a big name firm in SD and it dragged on and on and it cost me a fortune and we were getting nowhere. Finally I was referred to Samin by a friend and she took over my case. She is younger but she was very professional and got me on track. Helped me get through a custody battle with success. She knows how to utilize local professionals to help the case. We negotiated a settlement that wasn't easy and just got the settlement signed by the judge last week. I'm so happy!!! :) Also her fees are reasonable and she uses her paralegals to handle a lot of the paperwork and bills at a lower rate for that. read more

I had a very pleasant experience with Beringer Law Firm. I didn't need representation, but I did need assistance with a legal document. Their paralegal Courtney was able to assist me at very reasonable price, and offered great communication. read more

I hired Samin and her team to help me with my pre-nup before my wedding. From start to finish, they were great. Samin clearly knew what she was doing and gave me great advice. I am very happy with the final product and it was done with plenty of time before our wedding so i didn't have to stress. I highly recommend Samin if you need legal help, she is smart, reasonable and great to work with!! read more

Elizabeth Molea did a nice job with my difficult divorce, using her fine negotiating skills and very good legal knowledge. My ex was difficult and unreasonable and with Elizabeth's guidance the matter was brought to about the best resolution I could have hoped for. I had previously retained a highly-rated and expensive local divorce attorney who did me more harm than good and cost a fortune. I fired that attorney and got Elizabeth instead. Do yourself a favor and talk with Elizabeth, or the owner Samin Beringer, first. They are ethical, conscientious, and I never once had the feeling they were doing anything but working to wrap up my case with a minimum of expense and pain. I highly recommend this office, and Elizabeth especially. read more

If anyone is in need of a family law attorney, I highly recommend Samin Beringer. She is very sufficient and dedicated to her work. Samin is kind and caring on top of her knowledge with family law. She really knows what she's doing. I trust Samin and I highly recommend her. read more

"Disputes regarding child custody and child supports are one of the most emotional and stressful situations one can experience in their life. After multiple interviews with other lawyers in the area I chose Samin because she made me feel like a friend, rather than just a client with a price tag. She really listened to my concerns; it was the best decision I could have made. Shortly after our initial meeting we already had an action plan and strategy in place. Her assertive attitude gave me a great sense of security, and her confidence, knowledge and skill won my case. Samin goes above and beyond to keep her client happy, and to keep a parent and child together. I will never be able to thank her enough for representing me." B.L. read more

I highly recommend Samin Vali. She is very professional, personable, and clear. Moreover, she goes above and beyond the basic-service- type treatment and doesn't try to crank up some extra fees or prices, which makes her very trustworthy! I really appreciated her flexibility beyond her working hours to help me out on a time-sensitive issue. She is patient, succinct, and very responsive, which is rare! Highly recommend her services! read more

During a difficult time in my life, I was blessed to have met Samin Vali Beringer. During my first meeting with Samin, I felt like I was talking with a close friend who really cared about my situation. Samin was very personable and attentive. She communicated in a clear and concise manner and informed me every step of the way so I always knew what to expect. She handled everything and made the process go as quickly as possible while being conscientious of my budget and the fees for her services are beyond reasonable! Samin was very responsive and was always available to answer my questions/concerns - I especially appreciated her flexibility in assisting me even while she was on vacation! It is very obvious that Samin has the knowledge and skills to succeed in her field of expertise. If you want aggressive and "win-at-any-cost", then Samin is not the attorney for you. Samin proved to be an ethical and trustworthy professional. Samin exudes a pleasant confidence and assertiveness, which always made me feel secure and assured me that I was being respectfully represented in the best way possible. In the courtroom, I was proud to be represented by Samin. I ended up not proceeding with a trial but had I done so, I am confident that Samin would have accomplished a fair outcome with my best interest at heart. If you desire an ethical, respectful, and trustworthy attorney with the knowledge and expertise to help you succeed with your goals, then, I highly recommend Samin Vali Beringer- she is without a doubt, one of the most excellent professionals in her field! Thank you again Samin, I am so grateful for your services! read more

Divorce sucks all around, and the only things that help are a great attorney, laughter, and well, maybe a margarita or two. Samin Beringer was my great attorney and I even managed a few laughs along the way! From the first meeting she listened, spoke honestly, was efficient, answered every silly question that popped into my head and never made me feel like a dollar sign. I would not hesitate to recommend her to anyone seeking quality legal advice. read more

You know those silly made-for-television movies that depict an overly deceitful spouse? Yep, that's what I was married to and he did everything in his power to screw me over. Thankfully I had Samin and the Beringer Law Firm in my corner and I couldn't be more thankful as she protected me throughout the process. Ms. Beringer is nothing short of amazing. She continually goes above and beyond no matter the situation and is extremely thorough in everything that she does. Samin is incredibly well respected by her peers (something that became very obvious to me throughout the process) and is one of the kindest people you'll ever meet. That said, don't take her kindness for weakness as she will fight relentlessly for your rights as she did for me. She is a powerhouse. Samin always made time for me and was there to answer any question I had, doing whatever she could to ease my fears though at the same time being honest which I very much respected. It's very clear that you're not just a number with Samin. She treats her clients with an extreme about of respect, kindness and empathy. She is very understanding of your situation and is a true asset to her profession. An absolutely wonderful attorney (and better person) who deserves every ounce of praise often bestowed upon her. I'm lucky I had her and the entire Beringer Law Firm in my corner to defend me. read more

Don't be fooled by the 5 star reviews! Samin has to be one of the worst attorney's in San Diego County. I know, regrettably I've had to use several over the years fighting alimony and support costs. Samin is EXPENSIVE, dis-engaged, and moreover lacks the necessary experience for complicated matters! If you want your case run by the receptionist, and junior paralegal at the cost of a high-paid attorney, then use Samin. If you want sound experience, and someone who really has your interest at heart, go to one of the big name firms and get a real attorney. Don't be fooled thinking you're getting an A league firm - you're NOT! When your attorney considers writing emails and requesting information that as a client you've paid for "verbally abusive", you know that they do not have your best interest at heart. When you've expended tens of thousands of dollars as a family to resolve a matter and your attorney is disengaged, its a problem. Samin will call it 'verbally abusive', if you have an opinion at all on how you want YOUR case handled or if you should be upset in any way with the service. NEVER at any point, did any member of our family, yell, curse, or defame Samin or her staff in any way. Rather, we simply asked for a job to be done, that we were paying for $$$$ and we expressed dis-satisfaction when it wasn't. Each and every time, we expressed dis-satisfaction with the service and representation, Samin went on a tangent saying we were verbally abusive. We were in the process of changing attorneys, when we made our last request for our documents. In short, Samin blew up and filed a substitution. For the record this firm is NOT competent, not engaged, and not helpful. read more

I made a BIG mistake NOT hiring Elizabeth. I realized when it was too late to do much for my case but Elizabeth provided me with invaluable guidance as I represented myself in the final stages of the trial. I know hiring an attorney is one of the most important decisions you'll ever have to make. Do yourself a favor...hire her to represent your family law case. read more

I went through 2 other attorneys before I found Samin and hopefully I'll never have to work with anyone else because she is FAR superior to the previous two that I worked with. She is honest and has integrity unlike so many in this field who just prey upon people that are already at their lowest. Her fees are more reasonable than most and like another reviewer said, she is great at having her paralegal do as much as possible which keeps her billable hours to a minimum. I won't lie, she is tough to get a hold of at times, but she does always get back to me within a reasonable time frame. She has been great at working with the opposing attorney (who is not an easy guy to work with!) and keeping us out of court as much as possible. The few times we had to go to court, she did a great job in presenting my side of things and getting the fairest agreement in place when my ex was trying to get as much money and custody as possible. I think part of the reason she is tough to get a hold of at times is because she is so busy and gives each client great attention when working on their case. I think she is busy because she is GOOD. I would never want to work with another attorney. read more

I went thru a difficult divorce and the pain kept going long after divorce because of a very difficult ex. I did not know how to go about it from a legal stand point. Elizabeth from the Beringer Law Firm have been holding my hand every step of the way. And being my voice when I did not know what to say. She was the wise friend that guides you thru difficult times. She calmed me and reassured me when I was in doubt. Her help over the years have been simply completely out of the norm. I feel incredibly blessed that I found a lawyer like her to help me along the way of the most difficult time of my life. Please trust in her.. Elizabeth you are amazing. read more

Divorce sucks. It just does. We all know this and the process of legal representation is not an easy one to choose. Why do I know this? Because, I spoke to 12 different Attorney's as I went through the process of choosing the right Attorney to deal with my difficult Divorce. Luckily, Samin Beringer was recommended to me and it was clear after 15 minutes of speaking with her she not only understood what needed to be done but also how to deal with the circumstances of difficult situations. Basically, she made the situation as smooth as possible. She's a pro with a deft touch of understanding the nuances of your side and that of the other party. However, she's relentless in protecting you. She communicates great (an anomaly in this field) and is willing to do what she has to do to get the end result. Yeah, she's great and I hope I never have to speak to her again - for obvious reasons. Hire her. read more

Samin helped me with my divorce in 2007/2008. I was initially very concerned with the amount of time, money and energy that the divorce would take. However, Samin made the process much less daunting. She was understanding and responsive. Samin helped me complete all of the paperwork and the case was resolved more quickly than I expected. She helped me obtain a fair settlement and I was THRILLED that I never had to step foot in a court room. If I ever have to go through any sort of family law proceedings again, I would hire Samin in a flash read more

Samin Beringer is a highly competent, caring, and qualified attorney. I hired her to handle my divorce after I had previously hired an attorney who did not care about my case. This individual took my retainer, provided little counsel, and did not consider my needs. Therefore when I hired Samin I could tell the difference between an unqualified and a highly qualified attorney. She was professional yet caring. Always kept me apprised of the progress of my case. She was always available when I needed to communicate with her. I was able to contact her through email and phone and she always promptly replied. Of course she is also available for office visits when it is necessary. The beauty of the system is that you are not wasting money when maybe you just have a concern or maybe just a small question. My husband hired an expensive and highly rated male attorney. This man was insulting and difficult for me to stomach when it came time for negotiations. Samin was up to the fight. She was prepared, thought ahead, and definitely was up to the match. She is very smart. I was also very pleased with my settlement. I would highly recommend Samin Beringer to handle your needs at a critical time in your life when you were undergoing a highly stressful divorce. She's great. read more

Samin was a huge help! She was happy to answer all my questions and she helped me through the entire process which I would not be able to do on my own. She was able to get all the court orders I wanted. I would recommend Samin to everyone! read more

I have been going through a divorce for about a year or so. My previous attorney was financially draining me from what I now see as misguided advice to only take advantage of my time and money. His only focus was to use up my retainer as quickly as possible so I would keep replenishing it. I even got billed for asking about billing. Samin not only saved my case but did it in a carrying and professional manner that was not a misuse of time and money. Upfront she was compassionately realistic and she explained the law and what could be done. We ended up negotiating with my husband and his attorney and completely closed the case outside of Court. I would personally recommend Samin to anyone. Thank you Samin for helping me get through the hardest time in my life. read more

I hired Samin Beringer after I was sued by my ex in-laws for Grandparent visitation of my 2 children even though they had never been denied visitation. I found Samin to be compassionate and caring and very, very smart. She is unflappable and determined and made sure to prepare me and my family for what to expect. She guided me through our options - we elected to go to an evidentiary hearing - and she was up against a ruthless and non-ethical attorney (was a perfect match for her clients). We won our case with absolute victory and I thank God every day that as I was perusing possible attorneys somehow I saw her in the listing and felt like she would be the one. I hope I never need her services again, but if I ever have another issue she'll be the one I call! read more