Total lack of customer service. Posted an inquiry on their Yelp channel on Wed…read more Today is Saturday zero response

I cannot thank this law firm enough for the outstanding service they provided. Thanks to their…read moreexpertise, my charges were significantly dropped to a minor charge, which was a huge weight off my shoulders. My attorney, Mike Silveira, truly went above and beyond by attending multiple court dates on my behalf, sparing me the stress and inconvenience of having to be there. Throughout the entire process, he was incredibly courteous, professional and extremely patient with all my questions. I truly felt like I was in capable hands the entire time. I highly recommend this firm to anyone seeking legal representation. If I ever need legal help again (though I hope I don't!), I wouldn't hesitate to hire them again. Extremely satisfied with the outcome, and yes, I'm a real person with a genuine experience!

"Charge Dismissed and Sealed"…read more When my past came back to haunt me, I didn't know what I was going to do. I began my search for a lawyer and was impressed with The Law office of Stephanie's 5-star ratings, reviews on google and yelp. I thank God for placing Stephanie in my path to help me get through this last stretch of my past and to leave it behind. Thank you for your help, support and knowledge in every way possible through this. We couldn't have seen it through without your expertise and experience. I also appreciate your quick response to any telephone calls and text messages it reassured me on your professionalism and that my case was equally important to any case you're handling. Your direct manner and understanding is what made all the difference. Thank you Stephanie and Linda for All you do!

Stephanie was an absolute beacon of hope and advocate for a second chance that I desperately…read moreneeded. It was through her representation that I was able to move on after a bad decision. Without her I have no idea where my future would have been headed. Her representation saved my life and wellbeing. I will forever be grateful.

Nan Bucknell is an outstanding DUI attorney. She is professional, knowledgeable, and very clear…read moreabout what to expect throughout the process. From the start, she was organized, responsive, and easy to communicate with. What really stands out is how confident and prepared she is. You can tell she has extensive experience in DUI law and takes her work seriously. She handles everything with professionalism and focus, which makes a stressful situation feel much more manageable. If you're looking for someone who is skilled, straightforward, and dependable, I highly recommend Nan Bucknell.

DO NOT HIRE NAN BUCKNELL. Highly unprofessional and discriminatory…read more I paid Nan Bucknell $12,000, and it was a terrible experience. I eventually lost all trust, terminated her services, and hired a competent attorney to fix the situation. 1. Racist & Discriminatory Behavior: As an Asian immigrant, I was subjected to deeply offensive remarks. She openly referred to Black and Mexican immigrants as "low-quality people." Furthermore, during our case discussions, she frequently and condescendingly criticized my English grammar instead of focusing on my defense. I hired a lawyer, not an arrogant tutor. 2. Gross Incompetence & Blaming the Client: She failed to advise me on critical steps regarding my immigration status. I proactively introduced her to my immigration attorney via email, and she even replied to it. Yet, she completely failed to follow through or state what documentation was necessary. This resulted in missing materials at my first court appearance, delaying the entire case and severely threatening my H1B application timeline. To make matters worse, she then falsely blamed me, claiming she had told me when she never did. 3. Aggressive Communication & Public Embarrassment: Her tone in many of our interactions and emails was aggressive, rude, and dismissive. For example, inside the courtroom, she publicly raised her voice and aggressively repeated "What is your current address?" three times in a row without giving me a split second to answer. It was incredibly combative and deeply embarrassing in front of the court. 4. Unhelpful & Slow to Respond: It frequently took 2-3 days to get an email reply, if at all. She refused to provide any proactive support or guidance on gathering necessary third-party evidence, leaving me to handle it alone. My replacement lawyer later handled this easily. She was only prompt when collecting my money. Save your money and your sanity--find an attorney who respects clients and knows how to do their job.

I was arrested for a felony hit and run, which injured a pedestrian. The prosecutor demanded from…read morea court that I serve months in jail. I am a nurse and I thought that would be the end of my life and my career. It was the darkest time in my life that I lost trust in the system and humans. During this time, I found and retained attorney Thomas Fleming. He assured me everything would be ok. Throughout the legal process, Thomas guided me every step, recommending a number of activities that are good for my case, and also helped me grow as a person. Thomas then used these activities and my growth in court as one of many reasons why the court should give me a second chance despite any mistakes I may have made. Thomas then asked the judge to divert and dismiss my case. The prosecutor strongly objected to this. But, amazingly, the judge believed and agreed with Thomas, and granted his request to divert and dismiss my case. Amazing but true, the court dismissed my case at his request! Thomas then filed a motion to seal any record of my arrest, the court granted as well! Thomas has a lot of faith. I found him to be a smart, trustworthy, honest, professional, compassionate and genuinely cared for me as a person. He got to know me and my family as well. He always wanted the best for me, it showed in the result. God bless Thomas!

I contacted Thomas in November the day after I got arrested for a DUI…read more Thomas had accepted my call for help and immediately worked with me to create a plan on what to do for the coming months as I was awaiting my trial. Throughout the following months, Thomas gave me a number of recommendations to help me with my case and to re-evaluate myself and put myself on the right path towards bettering myself as a person. As the months had ticked away towards my trial, Thomas made sure to check in and give me and my family any updates he had regarding the case whether it was with the courts or with the DMV. About halfway to my court date, Thomas argued my case to the DMV and won my case with DMV, and Thomas was able to secure my license back. Fast forward to today, my final verdict with the court was that both my DUI charges were dismissed and I only received a wet reckless with only a 12 hour class and paying a $300 fine. No Jail time, no license suspension, and no other penalties. The work I had put in during those months of waiting for my trial had paid off and I cannot express how glad I am Thomas had me start those meetings early on. I truly feel Thomas had prepared me for everything I was going to face in this trial and was by my side every step of the way making sure that I was on the right trajectory to get my second chance. Before I had contacted Thomas, the reviews I read online were extremely positive and those reviews are a proper reflection of the work that he did for me!

Best lawyer ever in helping me with my divorce case. Very responsive and professional. Highly…read morerecommend Mr. Capitina for any family related legal issues!

Michael Capitina is a very knowledgeable and responsive attorney. He, with the help of Allison,…read moreworked efficiently on my divorce to get me some quick and excellent results. I was kept updated throughout, and Michael and Allison were always a phone call or email away. Michael is a superb advocate on your behalf and he knows the law and therefor asks the questions to help build your case. The office is so comfortable, friendly, and conveniently located. I cannot recommend Michael Capitina any more - he will not let you down.

I cannot fully express how grateful I am to have had Scotty represent me. I was facing serious…read moredomestic violence-related charges and felt completely overwhelmed and unsure of what to do. After finding Scotty on Yelp and seeing his 5-star reviews, I reached out--and it turned out to be one of the best decisions I could have made. From our very first conversation, Scotty stood out. Even before I officially hired him, he took the time to explain my options and walk me through what to expect. His honesty and patience immediately gave me confidence that I was in good hands. Once he began handling my case, he exceeded my expectations. Scotty was always responsive by text and email, kept me informed throughout the process, and made an extremely stressful situation feel far more manageable. Most importantly, thanks to his knowledge and dedication, he was able to get my charges reduced to a non-domestic violence related infraction--an outcome that made a huge difference in my life. What truly sets Scotty apart is that he genuinely cares. He didn't treat me like just another case. He listened carefully, understood my situation, and showed real empathy every step of the way. If you're looking for an attorney who is knowledgeable, responsive, and truly committed to his clients, Scotty is the person you want on your side. I highly recommend him--especially if you're a military veteran.

Writing this long overdue review…read more Scotty helped me with a DUI that I got in Alameda county and was totally awesome. He was honest, fair and upfront about everything to be expected and he helped me every step of the way. He also helped me avoid an ignition-interlock device being installed in my car. 12 years later he reached out about Alemeda county's clean slate program which I am going to check out and see if I can get my record 100% cleared. His fees are totally reasonable too.

Finally catching up on writing Yelp reviews, and this one is long overdue…read more Silveira Law has successfully represented me a total of 4 times in the last year and a half. All moving violations throughout Alameda County. All dismissed either due to officer not present or because Atty. Silveira is a master at what he does. On one particular case, I sat in the courtroom and watched Mike fight on my behalf remotely on Zoom. The officer had a grudge against me and showed up to court nearly 2 years after he issued the citation (atypical). Mike's cross-examination techniques are so effective--within minutes, my case was dismissed and the officer literally stormed out of the court room in anger and glared at me on his way out. If I wasn't required to wear a face mask in the court room, I would have been picking up my jaw from the floor. I've sat through nearly all of my court cases and watched how other lawyers represent their clients. Mike actually FIGHTS on your behalf, most people hire an attorney who PLEADS OUT and never gets to a stage where the officer is cross-examined. Respect law enforcement, but also hold them accountable. Never put yourself in the court room without proper representation. Long story short: read a few more reviews--they're 5 Stars for a reason, then hire Silveira Law. Response times can be slow because the firm is busy, so plan accordingly. You'll interact mainly with his paralegals by emailing copies of your citation/license, then hear nothing until your case is dismissed. Showing up to court may or may not be required, but if you do show up, you might have the pleasure of watching Mike serve a masterclass in the court room. Trust the process, enjoy the results. Thank you Mike!

DUI case dismissed! I had a DUI in San Mateo and Mike got it dismissed within a year. With Mike the…read moreprocess was very strightfoward during this stressful time. My court appearance was not nessacary during the case. I have even reccomended Mike to my friends.

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

I spoke with Ryan Murphy about my upcoming divorce. We determined that he wasn't the right person…read moreto take my case. Instead, he gave me a referral and good general advice about navigating a divorce that I will use. Ryan was kind, personable, and professional throughout the call. I would work with him again if the opportunity arose.

I'm deeply grateful to have worked with Mr. Pisano to dissolve my marriage. After vetting several…read morefamily law attorneys in NJ and CA, his calm, steady, and grounded presence immediately set him apart. When I was ready to move forward six months later, he picked things up seamlessly and efficiently. Within a short time, everything was filed and in motion. Throughout what was an incredibly emotional process, he showed remarkable patience, respect, and understanding. What I appreciated most was the directness of our working relationship. I always communicated with him personally, which built a strong sense of trust and consistency. Even in a complex situation with my co-parent, he navigated everything with professionalism and integrity, maintaining clear boundaries while keeping communication respectful and effective. He handled every detail in a way that minimized stress, including helping me avoid court altogether. His approach was thoughtful, precise, and deeply considerate from beginning to end. If you're looking for someone steady, compassionate, and truly client-centered, you are in the best possible hands with Mr. Pisano.

I can't thank you enough for your hard work and dedication in getting the job done. I will…read moredefinitely reach out to you in the future and highly recommend your services. Thank you for helping me win this case, it will provide me and my family peace of mind but also the finances we needed.

Dmitry is awesome. I kind of think I should just leave it there, but I know, I should elaborate…read more.. My girlfriend has had to deal with a pesky ex who keeps trying to file bogus protective orders. Right away Dmitry understood the case. He listened to my girlfriend, did the research on all the prior harassing court behavior by the ex, and just got it. We didn't have to waste time walking him through the story. However, what was most impressive about Dmitry was how prepared and knowledgable he was about the Santa Clara courts. He correctly predicted the behavior and moves of the overly litigious ex, and was able to aptly and professionally steer the entire proceedings. In the courtroom, Dmitry's skills were on full display. He might've made 15 objections, and 14 of them were sustained. Conversely, the opposing counsel might've might 20 objections and 17 were overruled; Dmitry was simply head-and-shoulders more skilled in the courtroom than the opposing counsel. At one point, the judge got so frustrated with the opposing counsel that he began asking for Dmitry's input on questions he was trying to ask the opposing counsel; clearly the judge respected him. For prep, he was also great. My girlfriend can get a little...let's say "disorganized" when being questioned, and can easily stray off topic. Dmitry did a wonderful job prepping them to take the stand and giving them a sense for what questions would and wouldn't get asked. In every facet, we both loved working with Dmitry. He was friendly, but serious and professional. We're fully expecting the ex to file more bogus claims, and we would absolutely return to Dmitry to squash those as well. He's even mindful of the costs involved, and doesn't waste time or try running the clock up to bill more. Again, every facet of working with him was professional.

Attorney Dimitry Stadlin was professional, caring, and extremely knowledgeable. He clearly…read moreexplained every step of the process and always took the time to answer our questions. Communication was excellent, and we felt supported and confident throughout our case. Most importantly, he delivered a better than we hoped for resolution. We are very grateful for his dedication and would highly recommend him to anyone needing strong legal representation.