Introductory call went very well. Robert answered all my questions and added so much more. Zoom…read moremeeting is next after I gather the information suggested from our first call with the aid of a very comprehensive PDF document to fill out. The paperwork looks daunting but Robert assures me that digging deep into my financial profile isn't the aim, it's really a simple gathering of assets to figure out what my plans are if I become incapacitated in any way. I love that Robert was attentive, and especially when I told him that my 3 cats' lives were important to me should I be unable to care for them. I look forward to working with Robert to secure my assets and the care of my 3 cats should I be unable to do so.

Robert took a really long time, far beyond the 15 minutes initial free consultation most attorneys…read moreoffer to dig into my situation and help me figure out what went wrong with my late father's trust. I truly felt like I was talking not just an attorney - a very competent one - but a caring friend.

I had an outstanding experience working with Paul van der Walde and his incredible team after my…read moreaccident. From the very beginning, he was professional, attentive, and genuinely cared about my case. He took the time to explain everything clearly and ensured I understood each step of the process, which gave me real peace of mind during such a stressful time. What truly sets Paul apart is his commitment to his clients. He was always accessible, clear, and never made me feel like just another case. His communication was consistent and transparent, which built a strong sense of trust throughout the entire process. If you're looking for an attorney who is not only highly skilled but also truly dedicated and willing to go above and beyond, Paul van der Walde is the one you want on your side. I highly recommend him without hesitation. Thank you Paul , Shawn , Evangelina .

I called Caputo & Van Der Walde late on a Friday afternoon, expecting to get a voicemail, but Don…read moreanswered right away. I was calling for a friend who had just been in a car accident and was feeling overwhelmed. Don was incredibly professional and courteous, and he patiently walked me through the entire process. You can tell they are passionate about what they do and genuinely care about helping people. I really appreciated how transparent he was about everything. If I ever need a personal injury attorney myself, they will be my first call. Highly recommend!

It is very difficult to find the BEST words to describe the professionalism of Stephanie Rickard!…read moreWhat I can say is you will never find anyone who goes above and beyond in representing you. She has the respect from the judge, the courts, and everyone she comes in contact with. To include knowing all about the military and helping veterans goes way beyond my expectations. As far as service fee's they are very reasonable and worth every cent. From this point forward, I gained a best friend. Thank you for everything you do for me. I am forever in your debt!!!!

Stephanie is very good, professional, friendly and supportive. She helped me with my case and got…read morethe best result for me (dismissal!), which went far beyond my expectation. Stephanie worked hard to dig into the case details and was being very thoughtful and responsive all the time, even during the free consultation session! I asked Stephanie to represent me when my previous lawyer lost my trust over time by laying back and being unsupportive and unresponsive. After I switched to Stephanie, the quality of service she provided is such a surprise. Now I wish I would reach out to Stephanie in the first place!

Huma Ellahie is everything you want in a lawyer for setting up and ongoing management for your…read morefamily Trust. She set my Mothers trust helping us to reconstitute a previous family trust set up well over a decade ago requiring major changes to Power of Attorney, Executorship, and updated wishes for distribution to grandchildren and great grandchildren, etc. She is very professional, polished, and up to date on California state laws. She listens to your needs and wants. She helped us navigate some sticky family issues too. She has now helped us establish our Family Trust, friends too. I continue to recommend Huma and the Ellahie Law firm to friends and family. I found her fee to be quite reasonable for all the work she has to do in setting up a Family Trust.

I set up a call with Huma. She called the next day as scheduled and gave me excellent advice. She…read moreexplained the pros and cons very well. Very appreciated!

Kirk W. Elliot has been my go to lawyer for a few cases and he handled them all and even got my of…read moremy cases dismissed. The man is pretty straight up and great to hear from. Also a very outgoing man, he is a great energy to be around.

I shall attempt not to write a verbose review, but Attorney Kirk Elliot, indispensably, saved me…read morefrom guaranteed destitution. I, much to my chagrin, accrued a slew of Traffic Tickets. Seven in a year to be precise. I was stricken in grief when I received three unbeknownst to me in the mail, all generated in a week. I hired California Traffic Defenders, and after a year of continuances, the Attorney No Showed in Court on three tickets. Had to work to get first attorney disbarred. After successfully doing so, I intimately explained all my travails. I deliver food for a living, so keeping my license was indispensable. I would be homeless otherwise. Miraculously Mister Elliott got my three cases reopened. Then he took possession of my other four cases. I had six cases dismissed without any points except one. I feel indebted beyond words to convey my unmitigated gratitude, to Attorney Elliott. His acumen to command the courtroom adroitly is obviously second to none. His office has been resoundingly lucid in all communications throughout this lengthy process. Mister Elliott, I am in near tears, to express my humility for your godsend service.

Losing our mom was incredibly difficult, and we initially thought things would be straightforward…read moresince she had both a will and a trust in place. Unfortunately, complications came up right away--from accessing her bank account to managing a reverse mortgage. We contacted David Park for help, and although his initial To Do list felt overwhelming, he put us at ease during our consultation. He walked us through each step in a clear, organized way--explaining what needed to be done, who should handle it, and what he would take care of on our behalf. David was a huge help to us during this time. He's very knowledgeable and thorough, and he always took the time to explain things. Additionally, he's really patient and always got back to us right away when we had questions. If you're looking for someone to guide you through the complex process of estate planning or need support after losing a loved one, I would definitely suggest reaching out to David. He's really helpful and can make a big difference during a difficult time.

Genuine probate attorney with great insight on laws. Explains things easy to understand and…read moreoverall a great person. He should be on top of the list for your probate needs.

Michael has been my attorney since 2019. I am really lucky to have found him! He has represented me…read morein several court cases: 1) I paid $3,500 to a tax relief company that promised to negotiate with the IRS to reduce my indebtedness. The next year I received a tax refund that eliminated the debt. The tax relief company did not engage in negotiations with the IRS for a reduction. Michael sued the company for deceptive business practices because at the time I paid the money they already had information about my income and the upcoming refund. The company retained an attorney and later agreed to settle. I received the entire $3,500 back and Michael got attorney's fees. 2) A former healthcare provider disclosed my private information without my consent. Michael sued the provider for violation of the Confidentiality of Medical Information Act.The provider retained an attorney and later agreed to settle. I received a monetary compensation and Michael got attorney's fees. 3) In 2016 I filed with the Board of Psychology two complaints against a psychological assistant and her supervisor. When the investigations were still pending, the assistant obtained a psychologist's license. In August 2019, she reached a settlement with the board and agreed to a 5-year probation. In January 2020, the supervisor surrendered her license. However, in June 2019 they sued me for civil harassment alleging that my complaints were purportedly "fabricated" and that I purportedly "defamed" them by posting negative Yelp reviews that ruined their practices. Michael filed an anti-SLAPP motion which was erroneously denied. The appellate court reversed the denial even though the plaintiffs' appellate attorney had over 40 years of experience and was fighting tooth and nail. After the appeal, the case was dismissed and the plaintiffs paid attorney's fees. My reviews are still posted. 4) In 2019 Michael agreed to represent me in a civil case which is still ongoing. I am suing the former psychologist and her assistant (see (3) above) for engaging in deceptive business practices. Because the former psychologist had a malpractice insurance policy, the insurer was forced to provide a defense. The insurer retained an attorney with more than 40 years of experience in medical malpractice. The defense attorney has essentially unlimited financial resources and did everything imaginable to dismiss the case as well as to stonewall discovery. Even though Michael is a solo practitioner and has a very limited budget, he successfully defended me against two demurrers, a motion for judgment on the pleadings and a motion for summary judgment. Recognizing that the defendants cannot prevail on the merits, the defense attorney attempted to disqualify my attorney. This attempt failed. Despite gross disparity in experience and financial resources, the defendants' attorney was unable to dismiss the case even after more than 3 years. 5) In 2020 Michael agreed to represent me in a family case involving a dispute over spousal support. My ex-husband was represented by two attorneys who had significantly more experience and specialized exclusively in family matters. Opposing counsel argued that I must pay spousal support for the rest of his life. After a six-hour trial, the court rejected all arguments advanced by opposing counsel and sided with Michael who argued that I hadn't owed any spousal support since 2016. The court then ordered my ex-husband to pay attorney's fees. 6) In 2021 Michael agreed to represent me in a civil case where I asked to rescind a gift that I gave to my ex-husband in 2017 as a result of my illness. My ex-husband was represented by an experienced attorney who filed a demurrer challenging the complaint on multiple grounds, including on the basis of the statute of limitations. Michael successfully defended me against the demurrer. The court accepted Michael's arguments and rejected all arguments advanced by my ex-husband's attorney who had significantly more litigation experience and regularly serves as a judge pro tempore. Although I am not a lawyer myself, I hold the degree of Master of Legal Studies from Stanford Law School. The degree entitles me to teach law and conduct research in the area of law. During my studies at Stanford, I took Advanced Legal writing and coursework where I produced scholarly papers to pass the class. I am thus qualified to judge Michael's legal writing and can tell that it is spectacular. Michael is brilliant (I concur with another Natasha who reviewed Michael before me :)) and his writing is lucid, compelling, concise and cogent. That for Michael English is a third language (not even a second language) and he writes So Very Well is utterly amazing. If you speak Russian or Hebrew, Michael can distill complex jurisprudential concepts to you in accessible form in your native language. Michael is infinitely available on the phone any time I have a question. He has been a true blessing in my life. Highly recommended!!

He spent 20 minutes time without charging me and gave me very good advice for my car accident case…read more Thank you Michael.

This review is long overdue, but better late than never…read more David represented me in what ended up being an extended and difficult divorce. Due to children and financial complexities which legally favored my position, the proceedings became contentious and drawn out. From the start of this very emotional process, David's knowledgeable and strategic execution in all facets of the processes of discovery, deposition, negotiation, hearings, etc., were handled with utmost professionalism and a practiced and deliberate precision. Divorce is an ugly process and I learned some hard truths, no matter who you have representing you. - there are no true winners, and if children are involved, this is especially so - it doesn't matter what's fair, it's the law that counts - if both camps are unhappy with the end results, then an equitable solution was likely made Looking back at the process, for me divorce was absolutely the most devastating life event possible. David was there not as a friend, but as the consummate legal advocate, (though at times delivering tough love as required), who remained laser focused on the facts and strategy of the end game. He is a passionate and tireless champion of his clients, tenacious and scrappy. From what I saw he also has a great working relationship with the judges and they respect him, along with legal counsel across the table. David has been in this profession for a long time and his years of experience have made him a formidable force. It is good that he's on your side.

I work in the industry and when confronted with a difficult dissolution I turned to Mr. Sussman…read more He got me through all the trials of dealing with a probate/dissolution matter. It was a unique case by anyone's standards and I am happy to report that the case has been closed and resolved. Thanks to wonderful staff and all the court people that assisted as well.