Moksha Smith is one of the most genuine and compassionate attorneys I know, yet she is equally…read morefierce in determination. She is thoughtful and warm, and truly takes the time to listen. She is also incredibly driven and proactive, will stand her ground, and lead with heart, integrity and strength. I highly recommend Moksha.

I honestly can't believe I wasted so much time and money on this group. STAY AWAY. Seriously…read more They are fundamentally incompetent. My case was a total mess by the time I finally fired them. They kept telling me exactly what I wanted to hear--painting these beautiful pictures of getting significant support from my ex-spouse. It was all a complete fantasy. The whole time, it felt like they were just trying to keep the clock running and keep the invoices coming. I was constantly being billed heavily, and when I looked at the actual results? Zero progress. I paid them tens of thousands of dollars for absolutely nothing but delays and bad advice. It genuinely felt like they were milking me dry. It was only when I finally wised up, cut my losses, and switched to a genuinely competent lawyer that things moved. My new attorney settled the entire thing--including fixing all the previous firm's mistakes--in about four months. Do yourself a huge favor and find someone else. This firm only knows how to run up a massive bill.

This review is for Jessica Huey. Jessica was the attorney assigned to my daughter as minors…read morecounsel. To say I could not stand her presence in the case is an understatement. From day 1, I gave this woman no chance. I had already made up my mind that she was there to ensure my daughter was taken permanently from me. I argued with her, found fault in everything & anything she did, and I went as far as contacting airport security on her and making a bar complaint. Despite all this , she never wavered in her commitment to my daughter. She was there for her beyond any minors counsel that I've ever seen in Delinquency & dependency courts. She went above and beyond and it was not until after the case ended that I realized just how devoted she was. Keep in mind this woman was receiving payment at a reduced rate of $100 hourly, by the court as neither the dad or I could afford her typical fee which is at least 4x that amount! She's responsive , organized, and most importantly , Judges and other attorneys highly respect her. We went through 3 Judges during the course of the case and all of them clearly took her input at high consideration. From the 16 months in our case , I saw her skills. She knows family court well. Her rapport with the other attorneys brings advantage in getting cases negotiated or settled. Overall, if you are needing a family court attorney and your case is in family court , she is in the top 10% in this county, so you can't go wrong. And she is ethical. She has boundaries in place within reason but will not over-bill- even at her reduced rate I checked the billing summary and she was meticulous in her billing and fair . She's just a good person and that is coming from someone who gave her every reason to not be good to me, but she didn't retaliate or act unkind. That spoke to her character.

Going through a divorce with significant financial considerations, finding the right legal…read morerepresentation was extremely important to me. From the beginning, Audrey made a difficult and quite stressful situation feel more manageable. She represented me in a way that made me feel heard, respected, and supported throughout the entire process. Audrey took the time to listen to what mattered to me and helped me navigate decisions thoughtfully and calmly. She explained things clearly, kept me grounded when things felt overwhelming, and never made me feel rushed or dismissed. She was also extremely mindful of overall costs and gave me clear advice on paths that were more cost-efficient for me. Having someone who was both knowledgeable and genuinely attentive made a real difference. What I appreciated most was her balance of professionalism and empathy. She was responsive, detail-oriented, and steady, which gave me confidence and peace of mind during a very stressful time. I'm truly grateful for her guidance and would highly recommend Audrey and Huey & Gamble Family Law to anyone looking for experienced and trustworthy representation during a divorce.

Finding a lawyer who is reliable, prompt, kind, compassionate, dedicated and down-right tough…read moreduring such a pivotal time in your life is not easy. I am so grateful that I had Karen in my corner. She was straight forward, realistic and transparent, which I appreciated and desperately needed at such a confusing time. I never for one second doubted that she wasn't going to fight for me to get me what I was entitled to during my divorce. Meanwhile, my ex partners lawyer was not very diligent and really tried to drag this out, which is both unfortunate & costly (and for people who have kids and businesses I'm sure exhausting) However, Karen was on top of it. Constantly communicating and trying to get the ball rolling. Her services are worth every penny and I would recommend her to anyone going through a divorce. It was a really tough time for me personally, and I broke down in her office several times, however, she extended nothing but kindness & patience in those tough moments. Thank you so much Karen!! You're truly the best.

Karen is amazing! She streamlined a very difficult process and took away all the stress. It's rare…read moreyou meet a professional when you are going through such a difficult time that holds your hand and listens with a kind and caring ear. She listened to what I wanted from my divorce. I hesitated getting an attorney for so long because I was concerned that it would add animosity to an already difficult situation. Thank you Karen for your professionalism, your speed, and your advise! I can now move forward in a healthy and harmonious way! I am so grateful to you and I would highly recommend anyone considering a family law attorney to consider this amazing professional! She's five stars all the way! Thank you from the bottom of my heart! I really cannot express in words how great she is!

Going through a divorce after 40 years being with someone is never easy…read more Thank you, Lydia and Kelsey. You treated me with respect, extremely knowledgeable and communicative with fast response time. I can't thank you both enough. I highly recommend this firm especially for women. Sue K

After a devastating tragedy caused an ensuing family legal issue that we needed help with, we were…read morereferred to Foster Hsu. I will forever be grateful for that referral, because now about 18 months later and after observing other attorneys in court representing other cases during multiple hearings, as well as interacting with numerous other attorneys in the course of our case, I now understand that not every attorney is professional, knows the law, responds timely, nor presents cases thoroughly and factually for their clients. The attorneys at Foster Hsu do all of these things and more. They aren't just incredible at their jobs. They are incredible people, and that matters. We've mainly worked with Lydia and Sarah who have been fantastic, but during the course of our case we have also had occasion to work with Kara and Kelsey. Every single one of them have consistently provided tremendous care and responsive help in our crisis. Even their office staff, Lillian and Hannah, are kind, professional, responsive, and caring. Though our case is likely not nearly over due to the other party's actions, Sarah Stull has consistently represented our case thoroughly and has achieved the goals we were hoping for. As we continue on this necessary legal journey, we cannot imagine having any other team in our corner. They feel like supportive family members walking alongside of us during our unexpected difficulties providing the expertise and advice we need in a compassionate way. Thank you Foster Hsu and team. We would not be where we are today in this matter without all of you, and we are so tremendously grateful!!

I was not the client in this case, but I was closely involved and had direct visibility into the…read moreattorney's conduct throughout the representation. From what I observed, the attorney repeatedly failed to consult the client before taking significant actions, including initiating communications with opposing counsel after the client had clearly requested that strategy first be discussed privately. Those boundaries were disregarded rather than respected. Billing practices were also troubling. Charges accumulated quickly for decisions and communications that the client was neither consulted on nor agreed to, and requests for clarity were met with defensiveness rather than transparency. Most concerning was the attorney's response to the client's experience of assault by her ex-husband. The issue was minimized in tone and substance, in a way that felt dismissive and condescending, and that reflected a broader pattern of diminishing women's experiences of harm. Legal representation--especially in matters involving trauma--requires trust, respect, and client agency. Based on what I directly observed, this attorney failed to meet those basic standards. I would caution others, particularly women or survivors, to ask very direct questions before engaging this attorney.

I wholeheartedly recommend Nicole Myers of Kennedy Myers Law Offices LLP. Nicole is an outstanding…read moreattorney who skillfully balances effort with results. I have been her client for several years while navigating an extremely high-conflict divorce. My case has involved complex international child custody issues, multiple evaluations, a move-away request, and serious false accusations. The situation was further complicated by a series of frequently rotating judges, who are often the most unpredictable and influential aspect of any case. Nicole has also successfully handled critical financial matters, including support and asset division. Throughout this process, she has been an unwavering advocate--focused, determined, and highly strategic. Nicole has an exceptional memory for key details and consistently hones in on the most important aspects of the case. Her team is equally exceptional, ensuring the process runs smoothly and efficiently while allowing Nicole to focus her expertise where it's needed most. In the courtroom, Nicole's preparation and skill are unmatched--her expertise and calm, strategic demeanor make a significant impact. For anyone working with Nicole, remember that this is your life. Nicole will provide legal advice and advocate for your interests, but the key decisions are ultimately yours to make. The more engaged and proactive you are, the better your outcomes will be. Nicole combines professional expertise with compassion, but emotional support should come from your personal network while Nicole concentrates on your case. If you need a family lawyer who offers legal excellence, strategic guidance, and practical advice, I highly recommend Nicole Myers. Contact her for a consultation--you'll be in excellent hands!

Very professional and supportive law practice. Truly appreciate the expertise Nicole comes with.read more

I can't recommend Aeschleman Law enough. Nicole's empathy and knowledge came through in our…read moreconsultation. I felt heard by Nicole and her experience with difficult custody cases made me confident that I was hiring the right attorney for my case. Everyone at Aeschleman Law has supported me through this time.

A true professional. Not only was she able to help with my case, but walk me through the necessary…read moresteps needed. She stayed after hours just to answer my questions, showed true dedication. Thank you so much!

Diane is a great family law attorney. Her many years of experience, her knowledge of the courts in…read morethe area, and her energy make a big difference. Diane is also very supportive and understanding, which helps a lot in these difficult situations.

The Law Office of Christiana E Samuels is PHENOMENAL. Christiana and every one of her support…read moremembers is uber competent. This makes working with the team seamlessly efficient.  She has trial experience. This is hard to come by for a family law attorney because only about five percent of divorce cases go to trial. She is cost conscious about the divorce process for her clients. This is also difficult to find. An attorney either becomes thoroughly familiar with trial because she's had enough case loads or she's always looking for a fight to increase her revenue. Christiana is definitely NOT the latter but she will put up a good fight when you need it. My story is a long one but it needs to be told to show the experience I've gained to discover and identify an excellent attorney. It is always best to try and settle matters peacefully without involving the Court. It can become insanely expensive and the overall family loses when you want to fight about every little thing. I was the unfortunate five percent that was trapped in the family court for 13 years. My ex-husband's favorite books were Sun Tzu's, "The Art of War" and Hitler's "Mein Kampf". I was not paying enough attention and stupidly entered that marital contract with him. Almost 10 years and a child later, I finally found the courage to exit from the toxic. Upon service of divorce papers, he went to the bank and seized all of our accounts. He was combative and loved the litigation. He had figured out the defects in the family law court- the penalty for perjury is not enforced. He spun his lies so well, a burnt out judge at the end of 8 years into our case ruled that I was not credible. He got to keep most of our assets and only needed to return the money he had taken from me 8 years earlier- with ZERO interest. True to his abusive nature, he wanted more and continued to legally harass me. He wouldn't move on even after remarrying. He wanted me back in Court while he was defaulting on child support and hadn't returned my money. I had 3 attorneys and a dozen more that I was consulting throughout the 13 years. One let the case drag on for seven years. One was not prepared for trial. The third one pretty much took a retainer and disappeared. I hesitated to hire any attorney for a while. Christiana was the fourth attorney. She was one of the dozen that I was consulting while I gathered evidence. She did not pursue my "business". She was fine being there to help with advice and ready to take the case if he wanted trial. After I discovered that he had tucked away $31,000 of our retirement and hidden it from the division, he insisted we go to trial so he can once again flaunt his flagrant dishonesty. Christiana exposed his lies during trial beginning with his whited out bank documents to not "remembering" he had stolen the $31,000. This should have been fraud but we had a new judge and she was too nice. For the first time in 13 years, the family court had finally delivered some relief for me. He was ordered to return my money WITH interest immediately, pay heavy sanctions, part of it being 90% of my legal costs. I am so grateful to this attorney. She was not there to run up the hours and take my money. She worked collaboratively well through all of my concerns. She stayed through the collection of this 13-year debt. Everyone has to get paid for their work and her office was worth every penny! Not for the win in court or the amount of money I was awarded but for the lesson that this bully needed to learn - his criminal behavior was no longer going to be rewarded. Instead, it is now recorded forever in public records in a judgment. Thanks to the Law Office of Christiana E Samuels.

How interesting: I'm one of the only real reviews on here, and I'm one of the only negative ones…read more Huh, I wonder how you get so many fake (good) reviews..... My honest review: I hired the Law Offices of Christiana Samuels to aid in my divorce. I am not an attorney, nor am I a divorce attorney. However, I believe that I have been mistreated as a client, and I am pursuing recourse through the California State Bar. I spent thousands of dollars, and months of my divorce, trying to work with this firm, and, during that time, I actually moved backwards in my divorce. In fact, my attorney never provided one solution or answer to what my ex was doing/arguing. I've now lost privileges to my child, and I'm facing a much more dire financial situation due to the mistreatment I received here. I never imagined I would hire an attorney who would make things worse--and then ask for more money. So, after over 6 months, thousands of dollars, and feeling like I am now in a WORSE place, I cannot recommend that anyone employ this firm. Our legal troubles are too important to be dismissed like this, which is the treatment I got the most from this firm. They won't want anything to with you... until you need to pay more money, of course. In fact, right in the middle of a very intense battle with my ex, my attorney abruptly STOPPED answering my calls and emails because "the retainer was too low." Can you believe that? You will be abandoned by this firm if you are a little low on the retainer. It doesn't matter if you need your attorney in that moment--money comes first for the Law Offices or Christiana Samuels. Please, learn from my mistake and take your challenging, confusing, and painful legal matters somewhere else. Because, at that made-up firm, you might actually find a lawyer who cares about you. You won't find that here.