I had an excellent experience working with Colleen as my mediator. From start to finish, she was…read moreincredibly professional, kind, and reassuring. She took the time to explain each step clearly, which helped reduce a lot of stress during what could have been an overwhelming process. She was also extremely efficient -- respectful of everyone's time while still being thoughtful and thorough. Her calm presence and balanced approach made it much easier to communicate and move forward productively. Choosing mediation instead of traditional litigation was absolutely the right decision, and having a mediator like her made all the difference. I would highly recommend her to anyone considering mediation and looking for someone who is compassionate, knowledgeable, and truly effective at what they do.

Colleen was so polished and professional....during a difficult time in…read moreMy life and trying to decide do I need an attorney or can we manage thru mediation...she made the choice easy. She was fair and easy to work with. Highly recommend!

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.

Cheryl is amazing!! I highly recommend her! She's very thorough, responsive and timely. From the…read morestart, she clarified and answered all my questions as she drafted my prenup. My prenup ended up being pretty complex because of my own background and preferences, but she was patient and communicative every step of the way. Because of the complexity, I ended up needing multiple drafts and changes but Cheryl was more than accommodating and even met me on my wedding weekend so the prenup can be locked in in time! She's worth every penny!

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 :-)

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!

I cannot say enough great things about Attorney Anna Brace. When she took over my case, it was…read morehonestly in very bad shape and felt completely destroyed. I was overwhelmed, stressed, and unsure if anything could be done at that point. From the very beginning, Anna showed incredible knowledge, confidence, and dedication, and she immediately gave me hope. Anna carefully reviewed every detail of my case, explained things clearly, and put together a solid plan that got everything back on the right track. Her professionalism, attention to detail, and strategic thinking truly made a difference. She didn't just handle my case -- she rescued it. What stood out the most is how much she genuinely cares about her clients. She was always responsive, patient with my questions, and honest about expectations. I always felt supported and well-represented. She fought for me and worked tirelessly to protect my interests. Thanks to Anna Brace, my situation completely changed for the better. She turned a very difficult and discouraging case into a positive outcome. If you are looking for an attorney who is intelligent, hardworking, trustworthy, and truly exceptional at what she does, Anna Brace is the best attorney you can have on your side. I highly recommend her without hesitation.

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 has been excellent to work with. He is wonderful at setting expectations, spending time…read morewith the client and is great at meets deadlines as promised. He's been super helpful keeping me organized. I highly recommend him.

Michael was wonderful to work with. He explained everything clearly and went above and beyond by…read moremeeting with us outside of normal business hours to finalize everything and have virtual meetings to accommodate our schedules. His prices were very transparent and reasonable. I would absolutely work with him again and will recommend him to others without reservation.

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.

This one's for Matthew Buttacavoli whom I never met in person nor formally hired, yet he made a…read morehuge impact on my life from just a couple convos and emails. Years ago when I needed help, Matthew took the time to guide me, point me in the right direction, and refer me to the right people. He did this generously and professionally. It's rare to encounter someone who makes such a meaningful difference. Matthew restored my faith in the legal profession and reminded me that there are people who genuinely care about doing the right thing. Thank you, Matthew Buttacavoli. Your help mattered more than you know. I am so very grateful and continue to be years later.