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.

I've enlisted the help of Ms. McNamara twice over the last few years and she has been nothing less…read morethan efficient, hard working, and patient. I wouldn't hesitate to retain her again or refer her to friends and family. Thanks for all the hard work, Barb!

We need legal assistance and Angela was great, very fast service without a lot of extra expenses…read more She gave great advice and did her best to save us money on our end and on her costs to us which is very rare.

Angela helped me with my divorce. She is a great professional and she was able to successfully…read moreaddress questions and concerns from both parties. She took care of the whole divorce paperwork and the only thing that we had to do is to sign papers. She kept us up to date with the progress and was always available to answer our questions when we dealt with the separation of assets and other related activities. I am definitely planning to use her services for other matters in the future.

Mr.Chris was very patient, professional, and friendly. I think that what we need from the attorney…read more He always responds no matter small questions or not. Very professional. Personally I think the attorney fee is very reasonable with the high quality of service that he provided.

As a follow up. Chris is a terrible lawyer and I would not recommend him to anyone (except maybe…read morethe ex-wife). I took forever to get back to me and I actually had to drive to his office and stand in-front of him to get him to do the job I was paying him to do. He did not do the proper process to get himself dis-associated to my case. He did not give me all the paperwork he was supposed to after the divorce. He screwed me in getting me stuck in paying $1,000/month of alimony to a gold digger that did not have any kids with me and did not pay a time to the household - I paid all the bills for 7+ years. He is quite incompetent and should not be practicing law!

Robert was able to quickly and efficiently resolve my problem! Thank you so much Robert and the…read moreteam for the help :)

I didn't use their service, but called and they were so helpful and gave me so much information…read more When it is time I will 100 percent use them. Customer service was great and goes a long way

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.

Responsive, knowledgeable, hardworking are just a few of the characteristics Karen has exhibited…read morefor my situation. She is absolutely the right person for those in need of a paralegal. She has my highest recommendation which is not an easy claim from me. I know what I want and have been described as demanding which came from my time on active duty as a Marine Corps officer, I have high expectations of those that worked for me during my time in the Marine Corps and although Karen didn't work for me as a Marine she possesses all the traits of an exceptional and dedicated professional. Her prices are very competitive. And after working with her I found my money well spent. I would have given her many more stars but Yelp doesn't allow more than 5. I shopped for paralegals for 2 months. Most are not responsive or end up playing phone tag and nothing gets done. Karen is quick to respond and provides pertinent information or directs you to the right source to get your inquiries answered. I'll use her again if I need her services. Thank you Karen!

Karen has been a blessing to work with. She is friendly, knowledgeable, a great communicator and on…read moretop of any task given to her. I would highly recommend her for anyone needing assistance with divorce or civil legal matters. If you are representing yourself in court, I highly recommend here. She is fair and worth every dollar spent. You are in good hands !!!

Trent and his staff make you feel comfortable, like you are part of their family. They delivered…read moreus a living will for a fair price. As we were putting it together they addressed items that we would have never thought of. They really went above and beyond and we couldn't be more pleased. We previously were working with attorneys at another firm that did our parents Trust and Will. The professionalism that Trent delivered vs my parents attorneys was night and day. We couldn't be happier with our final choice and outcome.

Trent was so kind and even though I ended up not needed to rewrite my moms existing will, he was…read morehappy to look it over and give us advice. Very nice man!

Alan is the best! I have been calling around with a family law issue that NO attorney wanted he…read morehandle. He did not shy away from the complex issue, he explained the law, outlined in clear language and the steps in the process that needed to be done. He was reassuring, articulate, knowable and effective. He was so patient and willing to help me out as best as he could. Alan goes above and beyond for his clients. I highly recommend him to anyone who needs sound legal advice and representation.

Alan was extremely helpful and knowledgeable. I noticed he has one thing that is often missing from…read moreyounger attorneys: A command of the English language. He is sharp, personable and clearly knows not only the letter of the law, but where the rubber meets the road. Anyone can Google the Family Code but very few have enough experience to know what each judge wants as well as a likely outcome based on the facts in front of him. My experience was that he was understanding and compassionate in a difficult situation and was willing to work with me, although I was the one who made a mistake. A good lawyer isn't cheap, so you should know that you will be billed accordingly upon the first in-person meeting but its an overall investment into your end goal. His background in mental health gives him an additional toolbox to work from which is extremely helpful. The case isn't looked at in just strict legal terms, but how the family members' mental health can affect the outcome as well. His office is a somewhat interesting spot in Carlsbad, I think he's got another one in San Francisco, so it seems small and personable. He's the one you'll most likely talk to directly, not a junior associate or receptionist.