Stephen Chen is an excellent lawyer. I agree with all the good things written about him in these…read morereviews. He's everything you'd want in a lawyer. I found him to be very knowledgeable, available, thorough, easy to talk with, and respectful. As for the people who left bad reviews because they didn't get a response from back from him when they inquired: I don't think that's very fair. They should have checked his website for important, current information on his availability first before judging him. When I first looked for lawyers on Yelp, I saw the good reviews on him, and I went to his website. I appreciated that at that time on his website it stated clearly that he was full with current cases, and not accepting new ones. This means he's busy because he is excellent, not that he's too snobby to take your case or looking to make as much money as he can. If I had just looked up his phone number texted/called him at that time, I might not have been called back either. Instead I checked back every few weeks until I saw that his availability was open (the "not accepting new clients" notice was gone) and I promptly contacted him and became a happy client. If you are on the fence, check his website and contact him to see if he is available: you won't regret it.

I had an exceptional experience working with Stephen Chen on my judgment amendment case. His timely…read moreresponses, practical advice, and prompt actions were instrumental in successfully completing the amendment process. Throughout the case, he demonstrated a high level of professionalism, knowledge, and commitment. What impressed me most was his dedication and responsiveness. Having worked with many lawyers across different fields, I can confidently say that Stephen's level of client service and attention to detail is truly outstanding. He consistently kept me informed, addressed my concerns promptly, and took proactive steps to move the case forward. I highly value his expertise and would not hesitate to seek his assistance again in the future. In fact, he will be the first lawyer I think of whenever I have a legal matter within his area of practice. I am grateful for his support and excellent work, and I wish him continued success and all the best in his career.

I had the privilege of working with Hossein Berenji and his team for more than two years on a very…read morecomplex and high-conflict case. The opposing party engaged in extensive gamesmanship, attempting to conceal income and international properties and mislead the court. Hossein's sharp legal strategy, attention to detail, and persistence ensured that every one of those tactics was exposed and properly addressed before the judge. Throughout the process, Hossein demonstrated exceptional professionalism, calm confidence, and genuine care for his clients. His team reflected the same values, always responsive, organized, and committed to achieving the best possible outcome. I am deeply grateful for Hossein's expertise, integrity, and tireless advocacy. I would highly recommend Berenji & Associates to anyone seeking strong, honest, and capable representation in a difficult family law matter.

I had the pleasure to be working with Berenji & Associates. They have been absolutely excellent…read morefrom coordinating to communicating and excellence in the legal field. I highly recommend them. Thank you

Daniel is the best lawyer around and will work hard to help you in your legL matter. He honest hard…read moreworking smart creative and doesn't give up ! You can trust him to handle you matters as if it were his own and not just take the easy way out! You won't be let down if you use his services.

I was e-mailed by William about the Yelp review I left him below. He tried to appear genuinely…read moreconcerned but then sent another e-mail asking me to make my review more "factual." He is correct, I forgot to add that he filed an ex-parte that he said probably wouldn't work (very positive mindset) and then of course it was denied. I ended up beating the attorney he lost to pro se by using the self-help center at Stanley Mosk Courthouse. I forgot those key facts.

I have asked him for advice over the years and he has always given me true and worthy answers…read more It came to one point where I really needed his help and he and his law firm or there for me.

I contacted this firm with an inquiry regarding a construction-related matter. Although I did not…read moreretain Attorney M. Horowitz, he answered my call and provided clear, thorough, and helpful information in response to my questions. I am grateful for the time and professionalism he extended to me. Thank you again for your assistance.

I have been a family law forensic CPA for over a dozen years and I have been privileged to have…read moreworked with many of the best family law attorneys in the Los Angeles area. I count Warren Shiell among these best lawyers. He is a highly intelligent and skilled attorney. From my point of view, working both on his team and against his team, Warren Shiell does an excellent job zealously and reasonably representing his clients' interests. On cases in which I have been involved with Warren Shiell, he is professional, attentive to detail, responds in a timely fashion, and always carefully supervises his expert's work. Also based on my knowledge of quality family lawyers, his legal rates are exceptionally reasonable given his expertise and experience. Warren Shiell seeks to resolve his cases with the appropriate level of work. Warren Shiell uses his sound judgment in advising his clients which issues are worth fighting for (or defending against) and which issues are not. Bottom line: I do not hesitate to recommend Warren Shiell.

From my experience, Mr. Shiell's greatest strength is billing…read more I felt consistently disrespected and ultimately taken advantage of. I can't recall a single time that I felt he acted in my best interests. Instead, I believe that he made my divorce contentious and eliminated any friendliness left between me and my ex, the other parent of my children. I eventually fired him, after which he billed me more, and I didn't get anything back from my retainer. After working with another divorce lawyer, I had serious concerns about how Mr. Shiell handled my case and whether he acted in my best interests. I believe I was taken advantage of financially and feel like I had been scammed. Based on my experience, I consider him untrustworthy and I recommend finding someone else.

I got a horrible result from my 1st attorney in my divorce case concerning the Moore Marsden (the…read morecalculation to divide the community assets). I was fortunate to be referred to Attorney Seidel from the Accountant that was doing my calculations. Mr. Seidel gave me a realistic and informed outlook on my Appeal for my Moore Marsden court case. He was able to confidently get me through the process and win the Appeal saving me about $400,000 dollars. Yes, amazing. He really cares for his clients, and he is very knowledgeable about the Divorce Appeal process. You can be assured that Attorney Seidel cares and will work for your best interest. Thank you again Attorney Seidel. Steven H.

I retained Joel Seidel in October 2023 for a family law trial scheduled for February 2024 involving…read morecomplex financial and business valuation issues. Before retaining him, I specifically explained that my priorities were pursuing financial discovery, valuation of my ex husband's medical corporation, hidden income concerns, and a Family Code §2640 reimbursement claim exceeding $126,000. I was assured that these issues would be aggressively pursued and that his office had substantial experience handling high conflict financial family law litigation. I then spent months gathering and providing detailed financial documentation to his office, including bank statements, contracts, financial records, and evidence I believed demonstrated financial concealment and inconsistencies involving my ex husband's business operations. Despite this, meaningful discovery efforts did not begin until very late in the case. Subpoenas and discovery were initiated only shortly before the February 2024 trial date, leaving little time for proper follow through or enforcement. As trial approached, I became increasingly concerned that the case was not prepared for trial despite having retained counsel months earlier. Instead of moving aggressively forward with litigation, pressure shifted heavily toward settlement and Mandatory Settlement Conference discussions immediately before trial. Mr. Seidel repeatedly expressed skepticism that my ex husband's medical corporation had measurable value and characterized it more like a "loan out corporation" rather than a profitable medical business with enterprise goodwill and ongoing contract relationships. Yet the court later reserved jurisdiction over business valuation post judgment and moved toward appointment of an Evidence Code §730 neutral valuation expert. He also advised that my §2640 reimbursement claim was likely not provable despite my possession of checks and written documentation supporting the separate property contributions. I later prevailed on that claim at trial and was awarded reimbursement exceeding $126,000. One of the most difficult aspects of this experience was the repeated feeling that my concerns regarding financial concealment and economic abuse were not being taken seriously despite the amount of documentation I was providing. I have since come to believe many women experience what I call the "Cassandra Effect" in family law litigation: women raise concerns regarding hidden income, financial manipulation, coercive financial behavior, or business irregularities, but are treated as emotional or unrealistic until evidence later confirms many of those concerns. Ultimately, I achieved significantly better results at trial than what I had been repeatedly told was realistic or likely achievable. My experience with Joel Seidel left me feeling unheard, poorly advised, and pressured toward settlement despite substantial unresolved financial issues. If your case involves complex business valuation issues, hidden income concerns, financial manipulation, or economic abuse dynamics, I would strongly encourage you to carefully evaluate whether this attorney is the right fit for your case.

I can't recommend Stephen Cawelti enough. Not only are Stephen and his team excellent, thorough…read morelegal professionals, but they're also incredibly respectful, receptive, and compassionate human beings. Divorce and family law matters are inherently stressful and emotional. Stephen cuts through the chaos, however, by listening and presenting a clear, strategic path forward. He and his team provide calm during the storm. From our first meeting and across my whole legal journey, the SLC team made me feel like I mattered. I never felt as though my case was just "another one" in their books. Among the many reasons I would highly recommend the SLC team to anyone in need of a family law attorney: 1.) Stephen is very knowledgeable, and he's a straight shooter. His honesty saved me time, money, and a lot of unnecessary heartache. 2.) Stephen remains composed under pressure. In the courtroom and during mediation, Stephen is the calmest person in the room. He is professional and prepared, carrying a level of authority that gives you instant peace of mind. 3.) The SLC team is highly responsive. Unlike lawyers who may disappear for weeks, Stephen and his team were always communicative, keeping me updated and patiently answering my questions. 4.) Beyond his legal expertise, Stephen is a genuine person. He and his team handled the sensitive details of my family life with the utmost empathy and respect. I always felt supported by them. Going through a divorce is painful, but having Stephen Cawelti in my corner made the legal process as smooth as possible. I'm thankful to Stephen and his team for helping me reclaim my life.

I'm very grateful for Stephen's guidance in consulting on my case. He consistently provided…read moremeasured, thorough advice and gently helped me look at the situation from different angles, which made a real difference in how I thought through my options. I always felt comfortable asking questions and never felt rushed or dismissed--he created space for everything to be talked through carefully. His input was thoughtful, balanced, and insightful throughout the process, and I truly appreciated his professionalism, patience, and the care he took to ensure I felt clear and supported.

This arrogant attorney contacts me a week after inquiring about a case and has the nerve to have…read morethe claimant look up info yet can't have the basic energy of a man to do the job. What a joke. Also a side note , anybody calls after a week of inquiring is a clear image to stay away.

Sean was an excellent lawyer, strategic thinker and support in my complex divorce/domestic violence…read morecase. He was compassionate, honest, affordable, direct and patient. Highly highly recommend.