I was hoping this firm would help me with a potential employment law case, but they charge a…read moreridiculous consultation fee. What's more shady is that the phone receptionist couldn't even give me a solid price when I asked, just "it can range anywhere in the hundreds. Beware.

As mentioned by someone else when I asked for a consultation, the reply I got back was a curt it'll…read morecost you $800. iMessage back can you please give me some contact for what that entails and got no reply. I then tried to call but no one picked up. Obviously, there's a cost for using their service but maybe providing a little context for how they are going to help me besides just saying it'll cost $800 would be advisable. Needless to say, I decided to go with someone else.

My parents were referred to attorney Mark Ruiz for their trust paperwork set up. His honest…read moreapproach and communication surpassed their initial reserve in ever attempting this in the past. Don't wait until it can be too late. He will guide you and walk you through the process in a seamless manner.

Mark Ruiz is incredible! He helped my mom with her Living Trust, and from the very first meeting,…read moreit was clear how much he genuinely cares about his clients. He took the time to explain everything in plain language, patiently answered all our questions, and made a process that can feel overwhelming completely manageable. Beyond being knowledgeable and professional, he's kind, approachable, and truly puts people at ease. We're so grateful to have worked with him...he's simply the best!

I worked with David Finkelstein on a difficult California real estate contract/escrow dispute and…read morereally appreciated his help throughout the process. He was calm, practical, responsive, and gave very grounded advice during a stressful situation. What I appreciated most was that he clearly explained both the legal risks and realistic negotiation strategies instead of making unrealistic promises. He helped us navigate the dispute professionally and ultimately reach a reasonable resolution. I would definitely recommend him to anyone dealing with a real estate contract or escrow issue.

I unfortunately found myself in a lengthy property boundary dispute that I was unable to resolve on…read moremy own. Irene stepped in, and she was fantastic. From our first conversation, it was obvious she was the right choice and someone I definitely wanted in my corner. I'm very happy to report that we recently crossed the finish line and resolved the matter successfully. Talking with Irene is like consulting a friendly encyclopedia, she has an incredible wealth of knowledge at her fingertips. She walked me through every step of the process, always clearly explaining our legal strategy and all available options in a way that gave me confidence that my interests were protected. Irene's paralegal, Bryce, was great, too. He was always very quick to respond and made document management, signatures, and everything in between easy for me. I'm very thankful that Irene and Bryce were able to resolve what was the biggest headache I've ever had as a homeowner!

Total waste of time and money, over charging for everything even a simple phone call. And after all…read morethey sent me an invoice with $800 less than what i paid, and when i asked for the right invoice they never got back to me. They asked me questions that shows they never read any of the papers i sent them, just charged me for the time consumed for reading them.

Pretty bad experience. Broken promises, self-serving attitude, unresponsiveness…read more Sadly the games around personal life issue to justify slow responses were also played on me. Also inflated billing in retrospect. Don't recommend.

Mr. Hartnett, I am very grateful that I found you. You are…read moreso honest. You took the time to help me understand my situation, declined my request, and advised me to find the right lawyer. You are an incredible person. God bless you. Thank you, and I truly appreciate all your help.

I recently needed a real estate attorney for a non-transactional matter. I contacted several…read moreattorneys from SJ to SF, including the East Bay, and found that their responses generally fell into the following categories: 1) Ghosted / never returned my calls. 2) Some replied with a menu of fees with one asking for a $600 consultation fee (a neutral statement, not a judgment on how anyone runs their business). 3) Several days to respond to each message. 4) One launched into a monologue about how he could take my case all the way to the Supreme Court. Eric was the only attorney who responded the same day. He even took the time to decipher my nearly inaudible voicemail, which had been garbled by poor cell reception. He was direct and transparent from the start and spent more than 30 minutes speaking with me before deciding to take on my case. He is exceptionally intelligent, efficient, and highly knowledgeable about real estate law. The level of time and care he devoted to my case made me feel like I was his only client. In addition, he is a skilled litigator, making him a one-stop resource for any legal issues that may arise. He will always be the first person I think of if I or my friends ever need legal advice. If you need someone who is a master of his craft and doesn't play games, Eric is the one.

Hiring Ashlee Gonzales was one of the best decisions we've made as landlords. We were dealing with…read morea stressful situation involving a rental property near the beach, and a tenant who was making aggressive demands and threatening legal action. We felt overwhelmed and unsure how to respond, until we met Ashlee. She was patient, reassuring, and incredibly knowledgeable. Ashlee listened closely, asked thoughtful questions, and then laid out a clear plan that protected us and kept the situation from escalating. She has a rare ability to combine legal expertise with practical common sense, and she guided us through every step with confidence and care. Her communication was excellent, her strategy was smart, and she consistently looked out for our best interests. Having her in our corner made all the difference. We also want to acknowledge Kelly Moir, who stepped in seamlessly whenever Ashlee was in court or unavailable. It was genuinely comforting to know that we had a second attorney fully up to speed and ready to jump in without missing a beat. That kind of redundancy, like getting two attorneys for the price of one, gave us peace of mind during a very tense time. Kelly was professional, responsive, and clearly part of a well‑coordinated team. Most importantly, Ashlee (and Kelly) made us feel protected. Instead of feeling bullied by someone who didn't understand the law and was trying to squeeze us for more than was reasonable, we felt supported by people who absolutely knew what they were doing. The final outcome was fair, reasonable, and far better than what we feared at the beginning. We couldn't be more grateful to Ashlee, Kelly, and the entire team at Brewer Offord & Pedersen.

Responsive, professional and helpful all the way! Property…read moresituations can be tricky - we've all rented and think we know the ropes. But there are regs and processes that I did not know. Also, deadlines; don't want it to drag on. Kelly and team were on it from the day I called. Explaining and walking me through. Legal representation is expensive to be sure: but such a relief to have authority when you need it. I learned a lot, and process wrapped up without drama.

Brian represented me in a partition case to sell my parent's condominium. Brian proved to be very…read moreknowledgeable in real estate law. The partition lawsuit turned out to be a difficult case with many surprises along the way, but nothing Brian couldn't handle. Brian is meticulous in his work. He was able to anticipate or all possible contingencies so that we were prepared. He kept me informed every step of the way and explained the legal process so that I could understand. In court, I was impressed with Brian's knowledge and the judge even thanked him for being very thorough. At that point I knew without a doubt that I chose the right attorney.

I was referred to Brian by my real estate agent to discuss a clause in a rider for buying a condo…read morefrom a relocation company. It was a slightly special case that my real estate agent hadn't seen before. Brian read the agreement and walked me through exactly what it meant, explaining the various sections in detail and explaining how the applicable laws work here in California. His turnaround time was very quick, let me know timelines for completing some inspections, and gave me confidence in my decisions. I will definitely work with Brian again if I have future real estate questions!

My housemates and I were seeking legal advice regarding a dispute we've had with the…read morelandlord/property management team. Nicholas was patient in fully hearing out my situation before providing me with extremely helpful advice. He was easy to talk to and made sure explain concepts I wasn't familiar with. It's easy to tell that this is a capable attorney that truly cares about others. I'm grateful to them and would highly recommend The Jellins Group to anyone for their legal matters.

Nicholas was very helpful during a phone consultation. When I had a real estate issue I had message…read morehim over Yelp. He not only responded promptly, but also spent over 20 mins on a weekend to understand my issue and gave me very good advice.

Time is money, and hiring Mario was worth every penny. I sent a request through Yelp for help and…read morehe responded timely. We had a corporate litigation deadline, and Mario was able to resolve it within four days. Amazing ... Mario walked us through the strategies and helped guide us to the best result- even working on Sunday. Very thorough and efficient. I highly recommend Fausto Law.

Working with Mario has been amazing. I was nervous in the beginning because I had never worked with…read morea business attorney before, but this experience was flawless and so easy! Mario is truly very kind, sincere and goes out of his way to make sure everything gets done correctly. He also offered to explain everything I needed to know rather than quick short answers and rushing through the process. He took his time to make sure I was comfortable with my understanding of the subject matter. He got everything done in a very timely manner and not once did I have to remind him of anything. I highly recommend Fausto Law for your business needs! You won't be disappointed!

We came to Golden State Trust with an idea of what we wanted but weren't entirely sure of the…read moreprocess. They guided us every step of the way, helped us think through scenarios we hadn't considered, and made everything easy to understand. They were incredibly responsive, personable, and made the entire process feel simple and stress-free. We highly recommend them!

Smooth and easy estate planning experience, with friendly and knowledgeable attorneys. Would…read moredefinitely recommend!