Working with Amber was one of the best decisions I made. She is an exceptional attorney -- sharp,…read morecompassionate, and incredibly thorough. She not only handled my case with skill and professionalism, but also took the time to ensure I understood my rights and options throughout the entire process. I always felt heard, respected, and well-advocated for. Beyond her legal expertise, Amber is deeply client-centered and genuinely cares about the people she represents. She is strategic, thoughtful, and calm under pressure -- exactly the kind of advocate you want in a stressful situation. Thanks to her guidance, the outcome of my case was better than I could have imagined. I'm extremely grateful for her support and would recommend her without hesitation.

Super unprofessional... entirely spoke over me and handled the consultation poorly. Invalidated my…read moreexperience wholly. Better lawyers out there, have spoken to others in the Bay who gave truly nuanced consultations and offered solutions that made sense. She felt very inexperienced, relying on "what the law says" versus negotiation nuance. She frames it as an "intake call" in her response but she was offering me guidance on what to do even though I kept saying I didn't think her guidance made sense in my situation. Update: she just viewed my LinkedIn in response to this review and has not sent a letter to state she is not my attorney. Update: the non-attorney letter did go to my spam but it was wholly unprofessional as well. She was defensive for our conversation, blaming the "short nature" of it and "my timeline" and said "I believe you just posted a Yelp review and I am sorry that you felt the need to post that. It is your prerogative. I wish you the best and I hope you are able to find a satisfactory resolution." So, she was more focused on defending herself and arguing she was "right" than my case. I am greatly concerned about the ethics of this practitioner who prioritizes her own 5-star rating over reflecting on how she communicates with prospective clients. Employment law is a highly sensitive area, I hope people are able to find compassionate and knowledgeable individuals to serve them, not ones who are defensive and operate in an ethical gray area.

So far, I am completely appreciative and impressed by the time Salma Suleyman of Gomerman | Bourn &…read moreAssociates responded to my inquiry. Salma was full of information about what to do, expect, and how to proceed was terrific. She wasn't pushing any agenda and asked some great questions. She felt my pains and was matter of fact. She spent a good amount of time talking me through processes. I feel good about this women run law firm.

I contacted this firm to help with a medical malpractice case. They weren't able to take my case,…read morebut helped me anyways. I reached Salma who was caring and extremely helpful. She took the time to speak with me, review documents for my case and referred my case to another attorney. I am so grateful for their expertise and help.

I had the pleasure of working with Sonya, Debby and Evan over the past couple of years regarding my…read morecase. The team is extremely knowledgeable and driven. If I didn't understand the legal jargon they broke it down to laymen's terms for me. Punctual, forthcoming and overall a great team to work with. I will definitely recommend their firm to anyone looking for legal advice. Thank you for being the voice I needed.

I rarely write reviews anymore and almost never write bad reviews at all…read more The background -- I am an enterprise salesperson working in a high tech industry. I had an issue where my company was withholding a large sum of commission, probably somewhere in the ballpark of ~$200k. When I reached out to Minnis & Smallets, I received a prompt response to my inquiry that I was not a client they wished to represent -- was not even granted a brief call with an actual attorney to explain my situation. They literally have an entire page on their website (too wordy btw) devoted to NON-PAYMENT OF COMMISSIONS. So, I'm very curious as to what level of compensation issue cases they are handling if they have the privilege to turn down a probable six-figure judgment in my/their favor...? Oh, and the woman I spoke to was very inarticulate as to why the representation was denied, which was also odd. Bad experience and am happy to go elsewhere.

I had a great experience with Jeremy and his team, who successfully represented me over the course…read moreof the last 2 years. It was clear to me almost immediately that Jeremy was someone with deep legal knowledge and experience, who understands exactly what it takes to win a case. I found Jeremy to be generous, efficient, highly strategic, and quick to respond. If you work with him expect a direct, concise, and no-BS style of communication. He's a kind person with a great sense of humor, but he also won't allow you to waste his time (and won't waste yours either) -- a great quality for a lawyer to have tbh.

Mr. Pasternak, you did not keep your scheduled telephone appointment with me. You did not bother to…read morecancel or explain. I do not understand why you have so many positive reviews because they do not reflect my experience with an insensitive and arrogant person. Moreover, you lack wisdom. You assume that because the potential client's salary is not high that the case is not worth your time. You are wrong. I am thankful that you did not take my case because I did very well without your assistance.... justice prevailed and I don't need to share my win with you. It's been a learning experience for me. I now understand that for lawyers, it's all about money and that reviews are not reliable.

Arkady represented me in a wrongful termination/civil rights violation case. Specifically it was a…read morereligious and political discrimination case. It was a 4 year long battle and Arkady never gave up on me even though at times it appeared there was no light at the end of the tunnel. The employer had 3 well paid attorneys vs. a lone Arkady so it was a David vs. Goliath situation. You may think you are looking for an attorney to do all the work for you but you really should be looking for a good partner that you can brain storm and collaborate with because each industry is unique and each industry represents a different set of challenges that your attorney may not be familiar with. A good case is built on a good partnership between you and your attorney. Arkady quickly got up to speed in my specific niche industry and we formulated a plan of attack specific to my unique situation. In the end Arkady helped me build an amazing slam dunk case and negotiated a wonderful settlement 1 month before our jury trial was scheduled to start. I was so grateful with what he did for me and my family that I named my son after him.

Arkady represented me recently following my separation from my employer. I made an initial contact…read morewith him over a holiday weekend and he responded almost immediately, even though I wasn't his client at that point and he didn't know me. From there, we had a call where he asked me a lot of questions (all good) and got to understand me and the situation very quickly. He's absolutely wonderful to work with and unbelievably responsive. I've read that responsiveness is the number one complaint that people have about their lawyer, but that won't be an issue with Arkady. I really appreciated his candid counsel with me and at the same time his willingness to think through all options. I also appreciated that he is very ethical and scrupulously honest. He negotiated an outcome for me that surpassed my expectations and he went the extra mile to fight on my behalf. I couldn't recommend any attorney more than Arkady and feel so fortunate to have had someone recommend him to me (another attorney recommended him, which tells you something).

I was incredibly fortunate to have found attorney Alan Cohen during an extremely stressful…read moreemployment dispute. He was extremely knowledgeable about employment law, always kept me informed throughout the process, and fought tirelessly to secure a positive outcome for my case. His professional demeanor and genuine concern for my situation made a difficult time much more manageable. I would highly recommend him to anyone facing an employment issue, his expertise and guidance are unsurpassed. If you are still searching for "the best attorney" don't waste any more precious time, just call call Alan...you will be in the right hands.

Super responsive (1/2 day to get in touch) and incredibly informed on employee rights. Alan came…read morehighly recommended to me, and I would pass along a similar high recommendation to anyone else seeking an experienced lawyer specializing in employee rights.

DO NOT EVEN THINK ABOUT THEIR IMMIGRATION SERVICES…read more They will do absolutely everything to extend your case, they will not share the projected timeline of your case, they will not keep in touch, they will loose absolutely every single green card lottery if you will hire them as a company when you will ask if someone is qualified for O1 visa they will tell you they are not, then this person will get the same exact visa in a few months via different immigration attorney the absolutely worst experience, they just want their check in - not to solve your problem

Just became a U.S. citizen yesterday…read more I first arrived in 2008 on a student visa. Since then, I've worked with more than a dozen immigration attorneys across multiple visa categories and stages. I've seen the full spectrum. Suhi stands alone. She didn't just process paperwork. She changed the trajectory of my case -- and as a result, my life. At critical moments, she thought strategically, not mechanically. She saw angles others missed. She moved decisively when it mattered. Immigration law isn't abstract. It determines where you live, what you build, and who you become. The stakes are singular and enormous. Very few professionals operate at that level of consequence with that level of competence. Suhi does. If you're choosing an immigration attorney, stop searching.

I reached out several times regarding a potential case but never received a call or email. Totally…read moreUnresponsive. You'd think the firm would at least acknowledge receiving the emails and calls. I also submitted a questionnaire through their website. Other law firms responded and we selected one and moved forward.

Review of Tracy Lemmon -- Lemmon Employment Law & Conflict Resolution…read moreI was terminated by a major technology company while on protected medical leave, with active internal complaints and external agency filings pending. The company had locked me out of all systems within hours of my filing complaints, and opposing counsel was running out the clock while offering nothing substantive. I needed someone who could force a real conversation. Tracy did that. She engaged opposing counsel directly and didn't let mischaracterizations stand -- she quoted their own words back to them in writing and held the line. When the other side tried to reframe the narrative, Tracy kept the record clean and the pressure consistent. She coordinated strategy across multiple state and federal agencies simultaneously, which created the kind of leverage that actually moves a large employer off its default position of silence. The monetary result was strong -- meaningfully above what I expected going in, and well beyond the company's initial posture. But Tracy didn't stop at the headline number. She optimized the tax structure of the settlement in a way that materially increased what I actually took home, secured employment record protections that matter for future background checks, and ensured that every internal investigation was formally closed. Those details compound long after the check clears, and she understood that from the start. She's also genuinely collaborative. She kept me copied on everything, ran drafts past me before sending, and respected the documentation I brought to the table rather than sidelining it. If you show up organized and prepared, she'll put your evidence to work. I'd strongly recommend Tracy for anyone facing a California employment dispute against a well-resourced employer. She got me to a pre-litigation resolution that I didn't think was possible when I first engaged her.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

Traci Hinden was prompt, attentive, and provided advice as well as reassurance. I felt her work was…read moreprovided at a great value. She provided guidance and a steady hand as she helped me exit my place of employment. She reassured me that my experience was not a singular event.

I can't thank Traci Hinden enough for everything she did for me. After my injury, I truly felt like…read moremy life was over. I was overwhelmed, in pain, and unsure of what the future would hold. But from the moment I met her, she gave me hope. Her dedication, compassion, and professionalism were evident every step of the way. She took the time to explain the entire legal process in a way I could understand and was always available to answer my questions and concerns. She fought hard for me, never gave up, and in the end, helped me win my case. Because of her hard work, I feel like I've been given a second chance at life. I'll always be grateful for her support and strength during one of the darkest times in my life. If you're looking for a lawyer who truly cares and will fight for you, look no further.

Attorney Kuchinsky was genuinely sympathetic with my wrongful termination case and was the only…read moreattorney out of the dozen that I had called or emailed to explain exactly why my case would be difficult for any attorney to pick up. He gave me realistic next steps and made me aware of a short deadline that I could still make. Had it not been for him, I would continue to struggle calling around. He would be a strong attorney for anyone he can represent. Thank you Alexei!

Simply the best. I worked with Alexey and he is always responsive and very creative and…read moreknowledgeable about the law. He helped me on two small instances one of which was a scam that he helped to stop.