I highly recommend Colleen McNamee for divorce mediation. She handled our process with kindness,…read morefairness, and professionalism. She was extremely prepared, clearly explained each step, and made what could have been a very stressful process feel smooth and manageable. We completed everything in just five appointments, and I felt the cost was very fair, especially with the fees divided equally between us. Mediation saved us both time, stress, and the expense of hiring two separate attorneys. I left the process feeling very good about the experience and am truly grateful for Colleen's guidance. I would definitely recommend her!

Working with Colleen made a challenging process as seamless as possible. She is exceptionally…read moreknowledgeable, highly professional, and remained fair and balanced for both sides. Partnering with Colleen will save you significant time, money, and stress. I cannot recommend her highly enough to anyone navigating a divorce.

Cheryl deserves all the stars and more for her meticulous, prompt, and thoughtful work. Very…read morepersonable from the get-go as she explained the ins and outs of prenups. It felt like such an easy process and we are more than happy with everything. She did a friendly follow up on details when we lagged on our side and I highly recommend. Very easy and actually fun to worth with. Cheryl, thank you so much for everything! You made what could have felt like an awkward process into something very natural, easy, and straightforward. Maximum appreciation and respect! All the best to you.

I highly recommend Cheryl Kang Prout. She was incredibly responsive and accommodating, helping me…read morewith a quick turnaround on my case. Cheryl explained legal jargon in a way that was easy for me to understand, and ensured I understood a concept before moving on to the next step. She was always available for questions and provided timely updates on the progress of my case, making me feel supported every step of the way. I reached out to multiple lawyers for assistance, and all of them told me they couldn't accommodate my timeline. However, Cheryl immediately took on the challenge and helped me without making me feel rushed. I never felt the need to check in for updates, as she was always on top of things. I definitely recommend her! I felt like she truly cared about my needs and I am very grateful to have found her to represent me in my prenuptial agreement.

We just got our decree of divorce in the mail today, and I can't tell you what a relief it is to…read morehave the whole process behind me! Gravitas Mediation handled the entire process for us. Glenn was our mediator, and Gravitas created and filed our paperwork once my husband and I were happy with the settlement we negotiated. I highly recommended Glenn and his team at Gravitas Mediation. They educated us about the process, answered our questions, and help us stay focused and amicable so we could resolve all the required issues without resorting to litigation. When it was all said and done, their approach proved to be a totally winner, minimizing both the costs and the time needed to complete things. A word to the wise - due to Glenn's extensive experience with the hundreds of divorce cases he's handled over the years, he proved to be very effective at helping us avoid "re-inventing wheels". By that I mean that he shared verbal illustrations of how other clients handled some of the issues that we needed to work through. This helped us save tons of time and avoid a lot of frustration. Now I'm a free woman, ready to go forward and restart my life :-)

Glenn at Gravitas Mediation handled our divorce mediation. He was honest, straightforward, very…read moreresponsive, and immensely knowledgeable. Thanks to him, we made it through the process smoothly and quickly, for a very reasonable cost. Expertly guiding us step by step through the divorce process, Glenn worked with us to resolve our issues and set the stage for amicable co-parenting of our two kids after the divorce. I highly recommend Glenn and the team at Gravitas. They handled everything seamlessly, and we ended up with a decree of divorce without ever having to appear in court :-)

I can't believe I have yet to review Anna. She is a shark of an attorney that you definitely want…read moreon your side. She represented me during my custody battle and I won sole custody. My ex gave up completely afterwards and we have yet to hear from him again years later. She is well prepared, tells you what you need to know and focus on, and guides you throughout what can be a very emotional and challenging process. When she says oh this will be fun, that's code for the other side better buckle up buttercup. I refer her to everyone I know who needs a good family law attorney. Family law cases are extremely emotional, draining, and genuinely awful but she helps you make sense of it- even if she needs to occasionally give you some tough love. She's also reasonably priced.

Anna and her team are simply amazing. They are responsive, reasonable and are aggressive when…read moreneeded. I highly recommend this legal team for family law matters!

Alan is the best! I have been calling around with a family law issue that NO attorney wanted he…read morehandle. He did not shy away from the complex issue, he explained the law, outlined in clear language and the steps in the process that needed to be done. He was reassuring, articulate, knowable and effective. He was so patient and willing to help me out as best as he could. Alan goes above and beyond for his clients. I highly recommend him to anyone who needs sound legal advice and representation.

Alan was extremely helpful and knowledgeable. I noticed he has one thing that is often missing from…read moreyounger attorneys: A command of the English language. He is sharp, personable and clearly knows not only the letter of the law, but where the rubber meets the road. Anyone can Google the Family Code but very few have enough experience to know what each judge wants as well as a likely outcome based on the facts in front of him. My experience was that he was understanding and compassionate in a difficult situation and was willing to work with me, although I was the one who made a mistake. A good lawyer isn't cheap, so you should know that you will be billed accordingly upon the first in-person meeting but its an overall investment into your end goal. His background in mental health gives him an additional toolbox to work from which is extremely helpful. The case isn't looked at in just strict legal terms, but how the family members' mental health can affect the outcome as well. His office is a somewhat interesting spot in Carlsbad, I think he's got another one in San Francisco, so it seems small and personable. He's the one you'll most likely talk to directly, not a junior associate or receptionist.

Alternative Divorce Solutions handled my divorce 4 years ago. Since then the amount of ambiguity…read morethat they failed to address in the legal documents has lead me to a horrible fight for custody over my son. Take my recommendation and find someone else to help you.

These people took my friend's money and have done nothing except file the very first letter 7…read moremonths go. They have not sent her any accounting of what they have done with her money, and she has been ghosted by everyone there, by email, text, and phone. She now has to go to small claims court to get her money back.

Same was great to work with and even sent me a form years later to change my name at no additional…read morecharge

Sam was so very helpful during the most difficult time for me, I recommend using him if you are…read moregoing through divorce/separation. I have also reached out to him years later with questions and for a copy of my paperwork and he did not hesitate to help me again :)

Michael C. O'Young is not only an outstanding divorce attorney but also a genuinely kind and…read morecompassionate person. I had a time-sensitive case, and although he was unable to take it due to his heavy workload, he went above and beyond by referring me to several qualified attorneys. After meeting with one of his referrals, I still wanted Mr. O'Young's perspective, so I scheduled a free initial consultation with him. During our meeting, he carefully listened to my situation, outlined three possible approaches to my case, and offered valuable advice for both my immediate concerns and my long-term plans. His guidance gave me much-needed clarity during a very difficult time in my life. While I was disappointed that he couldn't represent me, I completely understood his situation and truly appreciated his honesty and professionalism. I am very grateful for his time, expertise, and kindness, and I highly recommend Michael C. O'Young to anyone looking for an experienced and trustworthy divorce attorney. Thank you again, Mr. O'Young, for your support and guidance.

I had a great experience working with Michael to prepare my prenuptial agreement. He was…read moreprofessional, knowledgeable, and thorough throughout the entire process. He took the time to explain the legal terms clearly, answered all of my questions, and made sure I understood the agreement before signing. He was also very helpful with providing attorney referrals to my partner. Michael made the process very simple and straightforward and even had a notary available at his office on the day of signing. I couldn't recommend Michael enough.

In mediation, nobody is ever going to walk out totally happy. DMS helped my ex and I come to a…read morereasonable solution that treats us both with dignity and respect. If you are unfortunate enough to be going through this process, the least I can say is that youll be treated honestly, fair, and with kindess here.

Daniel was incredibly helpful, knowledgeable, and professional. He always listened carefully,…read moreresponded promptly, and made sure I felt informed every step of the way. I'm very grateful for his help!

If I could give more than FIVE STARS, I would! I came to Matthew Buttacavoli and his team, Vicky…read moreZuberi and Christina Wheat, during a very stressful time in my life. I was facing an incredibly high-conflict family law matter that was destined for long and expensive litigation. I had been dealing with a very difficult & extremely high conflict situation for years, with long litigation in the past. As a result, I fully believed I would only obtain a reasonable & favorable resolution through court. A peaceful resolution seemed impossible. so, I felt like I needed a judge to step in and save me... But I was wrong. Matthew's negotiation skills are truly unmatched. He impressed me so much! I had read a review about Matthew that said something like, "Just pull out the popcorn and watch him work." Well, that was my experience with him as well! When it was action-time, it was like watching a movie! When dealing with the other side, he's very persuasive and his points are compelling. He had a way of articulating & advocating my position that they couldn't argue with. And not only did he get me a huge win, he was somehow able to help improve our co-parenting relationship, which I had believed to be too far gone. My situation was unique, nuanced, and very complicated, but he came up with a truly wise & highly strategic plan, and executed it perfectly from start to finish. Matthew is also very mindful of the costs. He purposefully didn't just 'run the clock'; he made sure to be perfectly prepared for everything, while at the same time hedging against extra costs. Matthew, Vicky, and Christina actively worked to find a path toward a settlement that I never thought was possible. They were absolute rockstars from start to finish. They are meticulous with details, always responsive, very professional, and incredibly supportive throughout the entire process. Matthew and his team achieved what my current wife and I thought was impossible. It's been over a week since our victory has been official, and we are still pinching ourselves! My family has been celebrating for over a week, and we're still celebrating! It feels unreal! If you want a lawyer that can truly fight for you, supports you, has unmatched negotiation skills, who will take a very strategic approach, can talk sense into the most difficult & unreasonable situations, and who genuinely cares, then you need to choose Matthew & his team! No matter what your situation looks like, he's more than equipped. He really has a way of cutting through the noise of a high-conflict case to focus on what actually matters. By reaching a settlement without having to litigate, Matthew, Vicky and Christina saved my family an incredible amount of time, stress, and money. Walking away with a victory for my family without the stress & cost of a courtroom battle is the greatest gift Matthew and his team could have given us. If you are looking for a legal team that is sharp, ethical, and capable of achieving the impossible, you need to hire them. They are, without a doubt, the best in the business.

I am blessed to have found Matthew Buttacavoli. I am incredibly grateful for his guidance during…read morethis challenging chapter and highly recommend him to anyone facing a complex family law matter.