Ryan got my Felony Dui down to a misdemeanor which was my desired outcome. Everything went as…read moreplanned Thanks!

Ryan Murphy helped me get through a difficult time and was an effective advocate for my case…read more Highly recommend.

NOBODY likes being in court, it gives you a bad feeling like what am I going to do? Yeah, you get a…read morepublic defender but they leave you feeling like is that really the best you can do for me? If you ever feel like that I HIGHLY recommend calling them and talking/meeting with Roland Soltesz! I called their office for a consult and I was met with Mr. Soltesz, he was VERY nice and made me feel like I wasn't alone and kind of lifted this heavy burden off my shoulders. He talked to me about my situation and also gave me some advice to reassure my choices. Also, talked to me in ways it was relatable like a friend and gave me examples haha. He also gave me the best price in town compared to other offices. Don't take my word for it just go ahead and call around. I found this office by doing a google and yelp search of best attorneys around Monterey County and they were number 2. The number 1 person wanted to start 4k for misdemeanor cases... Mr. Soltesz even met me a second time after I got more files even for free as another consult. I can tell Mr. Soltesz was very genuine and wasn't all about the money only. He really does care for you and your situation and I really appreciate him for that. I even saw him at the courthouse and walked up to him to ask him one last time of all the questions I had and he took time to talk to me and reassure me of my options. Mr. Soltesz if you're reading this I REALLY appreciate all the time you took to talk to me out of your busy schedule and THANK YOU. Just know I've been referring people to you because I know they'll be in good hands with you.

I consider myself incredibly fortunate that I found William Pernik…read more In a world where it often feels impossible to find an attorney who is both exceptionally skilled and genuinely cares about his clients, Pernik is the rare exception. From day one, he treated my case with the seriousness, attention, and strategic insight that you hope for but rarely see. He didn't just take my case -- he understood it. He understood me. He asked the right questions, caught details other attorneys had overlooked, and moved with a level of precision and professionalism that immediately gave me confidence. What impressed me most was that he balances brilliant legal ability with real humanity. He is calm, patient, direct, and honest -- no ego, no drama, just sharp legal work and steady guidance. At a time when I felt overwhelmed, he gave me clarity. At a time when I felt vulnerable, he gave me a plan. And at a time when I needed someone truly in my corner, he showed up 100%. Pernik is the kind of attorney who earns trust because he deserves it. He listens. He prepares. He anticipates. He fights smart. And he genuinely cares about the people he represents. If you're looking for an attorney who combines elite legal skill with integrity and compassion, you will not find better than William Pernik. I'm grateful for everything he's done, and I would recommend him without hesitation to anyone who needs serious, competent, and committed legal representation.

Mr Kingshaven, our attorney, was very organized, personable and knowledgeable, which I appreciated…read morevery much.

Sam is literally a life saver. I can't recommend him enough. Going through a divorce and custody…read morecase was the most stressful experiences of my life, and he guided me thorugh it far better than I ever could have hoped. He is incredibly responsive and consistently thoughtful in explaining my options and what to expect at each step. I never felt rushed or just like another case; he took the time to really listen and understand what mattered most to me and my family. Beyond being a skilled attorney, he was genuinely kind and compassionate, which made a huge difference in an emotional time and was always available when I needed clarity or reassurance. Most importantly he is completely trustworthy, I never doubted he was acting in my family's best interest & his advice let to better outcomes that I ever thought possible. Sam is one of those rare people who embodies everything you want in an expert and confidant. There simply is no one better.

Sam was a highly effective lawyer for us. He helped create exactly the outcome we needed, without…read moreneeding to go to court. Amazing bedside manner, always calm, friendly, sympathetic, and with some humor here and there to lighten the mood. For context, our case involved consumer law and digital property, a dispute with a provider of cloud file storage that had deleted our account without sufficient notice. We contacted many lawyers for help and it seems unthinkable in 2026 but so many of them said they just had no idea about digital property. Or the ones who did have expertise were only interested in defending a big company not helping the little guy. Not only did Sam confidently take on our case but he had excellent advice about open source software that would help us be more self-reliant in the future so we're not as exposed to the whims of cloud providers.

One of the greatest attorneys and I'm forever grateful for his advice and leaning ear when I…read moreneeded. You will be forever in our hearts Dave.

I'm very surprised about the other reviews here. I had nothing but good experiences with David…read more From the beginning, David was able to calm my nerves about this very stressful part of my life. He's been doing family law for (I think) about 40 years, so he's seen it all. My ex tried a few dirty tricks and he assured me that everything would be fine, and it was. He firmly but fairly pressed my case with my ex and her lawyer. David and his staff were very diligent about getting back to me; I never had to chase them to get things done. My ex finally did settle, and the negotiations with her lawyer were efficient and fair. I never felt like David was running up the bill, and in fact I was pleasantly surprised at the final cost. I felt like I had a strong advocate in my corner, and couldn't be more pleased. I didn't "get away" with anything, but I also didn't get screwed over by the other side or by the court. I think that's about the best one can (or should) wish for with these things.

GARY THELANDER is amazing. He's always helpful when needed. And does work with you with payments.read more

Mr Thelander was great to work with. He was thorough and got the job done. I would highly recommend…read morehim.

Having to talk to a lawyer is almost by definition, a very uncomfortable position to be in for most…read morepeople. I recently saw myself in the need of legal help and the person I spoke to, was very aloof, distant and he didn't really listen or look at all the moving parts of my predicament. He didn't seem too bothered about my situation or really invested in helping me solve it, but on the other hand, he was very quick to ask for fees and upfront payment, while offering no real reassurance about a positive outcome. It was a crushing experience. I came to Stephen for a second opinion, and the difference couldn't have been more obvious. While talking to Stephen and Angelica, his wonderful assistant, I was very pleasantly surprised of how quickly they understood my situation, and the different components to it, but also, that these were very patient people with a great sense of empathy, which is extremely rare in the realm of professional services. These are people who care. Not only did they offer me a variety of solutions, they also offered encouragement and, believe it or not, actual emotional support. I left their office feeling I had solutions at hand and that I had regained control of my problems. That is what professional is for. To help people solve their problems, not leave you feeling burdened and numb. I really can't thank Stephen and Angelica enough.

I truly cannot express how grateful I am for Mr. Kim and his assistant, Angie. From my first…read moreconsultation all the way to the end of the process -they were there to help every step of the way. They never made me feel bad for the dozens of questions I had and Mr. Kim always got back to me right away. They took what could have been a very stressful situation for me and turned it into a very positive experience. Because of them I have a new, fresh start. I would highly recommend their office. Mr. Kim has a plethora of knowledge in his field and made me feel very confident. He is the calm within the storm and I am so glad I chose him to represent me.

Darn good lawyer. Went up against a major bully of a person with a ruthless attorney. This man is…read morea legend and I will forever be grateful for his service.

I have had the pleasure of knowing Bob Pitman for 30 years, helping in our family law concerns and…read moreproblems. He is very thorough and has your best interest always. A very reputable and trustworthy person.