Sullivan-Law & Associates exceeded my expectations during one of the most difficult times in my…read morelife. Thank you so much for your outstanding work! I highly recommend Richard and his staff if you ever need a Family law attorney.

When divorce is inevitable or necessary, finding the right person to guide you through this…read moredifficult process can be one of the most stressful steps. The divorce process is extremely painful, regardless of which side you are on. Finding someone to trust with your past, present, and future is a daunting experience. When attorney Marie Braun decided to take my case after our initial interview and consultation, I was relieved. I did not know what to expect, as this was my first and hopefully only time navigating a divorce process. Attorney Braun's exceptional knowledge, compassion, and patience helped me find a sense of direction and hope, even in the most difficult moments. Through this experience, I learned that trust and positive change are possible, and that a supportive and skilled law firm like hers can make all the difference. Attorney Braun was our light at the end of the tunnel, never giving up on me even though I think I was so much to handle at once. Attorney Richard Sullivan's extraordinary expertise and compassionate passion to uplift many of us to navigate the complex journey of the divorce process has brought together the most exceptional team to make you feel inspired, safe and valued in every single aspect, from the moment you arrive at the law firm, Jaden at the front desk/reception is warm and attentive, Stacey Rozell consistently excels in the financial aspect of this process, is a phenomenal, brilliant and patient professional, always available to guide you and answering any questions you may have through the process from his area of expertise. Karen, attorney Braun's paralegal was always on top of every single detail. I am in the final stages of this difficult divorce and all that I can say is my mental and physical health are thriving because faith was the cornerstone and TRUST that I had the most outstanding representation. Richard, Marie, Jaden, Stacey and Karen from the bottom of my heart thank you so much for everything. Words are and will never be enough to thank each one of you and show appreciation for everything you have done for us. Thank you, God bless you all!

AMAZING! I went through several not-so-great attorneys before I found this gem. She is…read moreknowledgable, helpful, kind, and does what she says she is going to do (a rarity in this field). She honored her time lines and did meticulous work. She read everything and didn't pretend to know my case - she truly knew it inside and out. I cannot recommend her enough.

After getting a same day response from Barbara, we set up a call the same day. Immediately, she…read moreassessed the possibilities of my situation and quickly analyzed info she was able to obtain while on the phone. She answered my questions with the competence and confidence of a very experienced attorney who knows well the ins and outs of Family Law. I was very impressed with how much she covered in such a short amount of time. Highly recommend her if you need expert guidance in Family Law.

Shannon is an absolutely exceptional family law attorney. Going through a custody litigation case…read morecan be one of the most stressful and traumatic experiences a parent can go through. Child custody issues are intensely personal and can be heart wrenching. Shannon is powerful, articulate and knows family law over and above some of the most supposedly sought out attorneys in Orange County. Trust me, when I say the previous attorneys I had multiple interviews with, before meeting Shannon and her team, were just small fish in the sea. Shannon Payne's Group is undeniably the best in family law! I know first-hand. My 4 day trial just ended this week and I have never felt so protected, heard and my rights represented. And yes, my move-away was granted with my children and all the false allegations against me from opposing counsel were not even a concern as they were proven to be without merit from the very beginning. Shannon is meticulous, strategic, and incredibly prepared for whatever may come her way. Her recall of events, details, and specifics in the courtroom was superior. She simplifies complex situations to what really matters, keeps emotions in check, and will not back down. Shannon will not waste your money or time by stringing you along. From what I have experienced, if you're authentic and want what is in the best interest for your children and family, there is no other choice but Ms. Payne. Emotions and hostility for your ex aside, handling those emotions and putting your energy and the direction of your case in the hands of Shannon's team to achieve the best outcome possible is priority. Focus, get Shannon and her team the information they ask for and the relevant information you have for your case. You are not alone when you have them on your side. Although, my case initially started with my ex-husband and his attorney filing frivolous allegations without merit against me, the case took a strong and most favorable turn once I found Shannon Payne and her authentic and meticulous team. I especially want to mention Grace who is an absolute amazing Paralegal. She is quick, thoroughly on top of things and most exceptionally kind and empathetic. I had hired an attorney before I sought out Shannon and let me just say that that firm was encouraging me to give up my rights without any intention of defending me. My ex-husband's attorney literally bullied that firm to the point of exhausting my retainer and the amount of lies opposing counsel said about me became a circus of fabrications and blatant lies. That attorney quickly caved in to the hostility of opposing counsel's empty threats. That firm basically took my money, increased the magnitude of my case, and had me feeling hopeless that the legal system had failed me. After that ordeal, I fired that firm and relentlessly searched under a strained time frame for another attorney, interviewed several until I found Payne Law Group. Shannon calmed the chaos I was experiencing and kept things focused and fought steadily and fiercely for my children and my sanity, our rights and we prevailed. Unmistakably, I came out of this situation with the utmost respect for the law and Ms. Payne. Having a moral compass, integrity and backbone is an absolute must and this team has all of that above and beyond. I was able to achieve a very positive resolution and could not be happier. If you want an attorney who is sharp, composed, respected, and truly on top of every detail, Shannon is the one. She's a genuinely kind person but do not mistake it for weakness. She is the toughest out there and brilliant in her strategy and has a rare competitive fire in her. Thank you Shannon for everything. I will be forever grateful for your expertise and believing in me.

One thing I wanted to add but couldn't because of the character limit for my first review…read more.. This is not me trying to diss Google reviews or act like Yelp is perfect. Yelp has its own issues too. But in my experience -- especially with law firms, mechanic shops, rental-related services, healthcare specialties, and other service-based businesses -- Google reviews can be very misleading. Some businesses have nearly perfect Google ratings, but when you look closer, some of the reviews feel like bots, fake reviews, or paid reviews. Then you check Yelp and the picture looks completely different. For example, I came across a law firm with nearly perfect Google reviews, but on Yelp, that same firm averaged around 3 stars. Other locations for the same firm were closer to 1-2 stars, with detailed complaints that sounded much more like real customer experiences. Another tip for fellow Yelpers searching for lawyers: if a law firm has no negative reviews anywhere -- not on Google, Yelp, Avvo, Facebook, or any other platform -- that's a red flag to me. You really think they met every client's expectations? Every single time? Yo..let's not be naive lol. That doesn't mean every negative review is fair, and it doesn't mean every positive review is fake. But I've learned to actually study the content of both. What are people complaining about? What are they praising? Would those issues matter to you? And honestly, this applies to a lot of services -- not just law firms.but mechanics, doctors, therapists, contractors... oh yes, contractors are a big one. I'll have to write a whole separate review for the contractors I've used while remodeling and flipping houses. Different day. So no, I don't blindly trust Google reviews. I'm not saying Yelp is perfect, but Yelp gave me a better sense of the full picture. I hope this helps a mom, a dad, or a family, because some of these services and reviews we rely on are not as simple as finding who has the best tacos.

I have decided to update my review because I felt like maybe I misjudged the attorney. I think she…read morewas just being too direct in her questioning my motive to want to be in my son's life. When people ask me why I want to be my son's father, it almost comes off like an insult because it's a question that shouldn't be one and that's why I felt how I felt before. But even though I didn't end up hiring her, I change my mind about her as she did clarify on her comment that she actually intended to help me and I just misunderstood her intentions and motive. Btw she didn't talk to me or pay me to write this change of review. I just had a gut feeling that I misunderstood her judgement and I think she was asking me in the same manner that you would ask someone in court the reason for wanting or not wanting something.

I had the Writer Law Group Represent me during a period of time during me divorce case in 2025. I…read moreabsolutely loved Ms Writer and her paralegal Sanaz. They were warm, supportive and compassionate in what they do. I especially appreciated Ms Writer's knowledge as a minor's counsel which immensely helped me navigate through the laws/rights concerning my children. Unfortunately they couldn't see me through the end of my case because it reached a point where my case needed services they couldn't provide at that time. But regardless I would highly recommend them to anyone seeking a family law attorney.

I worked with Ron in 2015-2017. Ron and his amazing team helped me go through a divorce as amicably…read moreas possible. He was very conscious about my finances and always responded to my calls or emails right away. Ron helped me draft our divorce paperwork and we were able to meet in office with my ex husbands lawyer to resolve issues rather than going through a lengthy court process. He was very honest with me and made sure I was not being selfish but at the same time making sure I was not giving everything away. After our divorce was finalized Ron helped me again with some custody concerns. He always responds and is reliable! I recommend everyone to him. It stinks to need him but if you do I wouldn't pick anyone else. I interviewed 8 other lawyers prior to choosing Ron. I picked Ron because he was so honest and straight forward with me.

Rios and Rios is by far the most ethical and compassionate Family / Divorce law firms I could find…read more Ron Rios did an excellent job representing me in one of the most stressful times of my life. He was strategic yet conservative. He did not take advantage of the situation by over-billing and dragging my case on as most attorneys do. Ron consistently tried to work toward a quick resolution. Also, Sarah (the secretary) was patient and calm while directing me in gathering proper documents throughout the process. I would recommend anyone needing a Divorce / Family law attorney to consult with Ron as he is a Top Notch attorney in his field.

I highly recommend Jan Inoue and & her team at Moore Bryan Schroff and Inoue. Ms. Jan Inoue is an…read moreexcellent attorney. I had a family law issue that I had to take care, so I searched for the right attorney for a long time. I had initial consultations with at least four other attorneys. Jan was the most knowledgeable and straight forward. Her legal fee was more than reasonable while her work was perfect. Most of all, I could really feel that Jan actually cares about her client. I highly recommend Jan for your family law matter.

THIS IS THE WORST LAW FIRM EVER. They deserve no stars. Sharon Byran took my retainer, took…read moreadvantage of my emotional stat and before you know it she had burned through 10k and not even shown her face in court let alone file officially my concerns . And if had known that Sharon had no intention of going into court to fight on my behalf, I would never have hired her. Guessing from the other Yelp reviews this firm needs to get a clue.

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.

Colleen is pragmatic, efficient, sensible, and well-informed. I wouldn't hesitate recommending her…read moreto anyone needing mediation.

My consultation lasted less than 10 minutes and felt extremely rushed. I came prepared with notes…read moreand background information, but I was repeatedly interrupted and told to get straight to the question. Because my situation involves sensitive family and safety concerns, I expected a more patient and thorough conversation. Instead, the consultation felt dismissive, and I left without feeling heard or properly advised. Overall, this was a very bad experience. I would not recommend this attorney to clients dealing with complex or emotionally difficult family law matters who need time to explain their situation.

Bill and Mike are a great team. They guided me through…read morechild custody battles in extremely stressful times. Bill is very knowledgeable of the law and the court system, and is very good at strategizing to get the best result. I left court each time feeling like we had a win. Bill genuinely cares about his clients and their children. I fully trust them as a professional team to get the job done. Best possible experience in rough times. Thank you both!