I came to Ms. Sherine Pahlavan's office for a very simple and straightforward joint filing case (in…read more2015). After she (or her paralegals) put together draft of the case. She sent the whole case to me for final review. I found several shortcomings and mentioned that to her in a written email. She responded that she would incorporate them, and she forgot to do that and submit the case without modification! After I hit some legal walls (as direct consequence of her negligence) I came back to her and seriously asked her why she forgot to submit the corrected forms. - First she dragged me over without answering, or making up lame quick responses. - After I showed her the details and attached all of our correspondence, instead of covering her negligence, she switched to another channel: "Now you can fill this secondary correction if you want and it costs you $XYZ". I think there was two consecutive unprofessional behavior, first submission of wrong case and second shift blame and lack of corrective action after a client hit a wall due to that mistake. ######################################################## THIS PART IS WRITTEN AFTER HER RESPONSE (In response to the comment of Ms. Shirine Pahlavan, below I was client of her office in Davis, and I paid her for summery dissolution, and I have the receipts of the check which was written to her and she cashed that! and I have my documents which were sent with her address and signature! and I post that as proof here!) This is a very solid proof of my write up above, she is not careful in her legal work and and even does not bother herself to do a simple search in her computer or email before typing her response to my Yelp comment.

First impressions, I called two weeks ago and scheduled an initial consultation which I was told…read morecosts $100. I blocked out my afternoon and waited. No phone call no email no text no nothing. I called the next day to inquire and the woman couldn't even admit they made a mistake and apologize. I requested a call back with an explanation from Sherine and so far nothing, not that I would hire and pay thousands for such a unprofessional staff and behavior. When "professionals" don't act professional that is a glaring red flag for anyone interested in paying a "professional" to do a job.

My tax guy (from TaxAce, which is amazing by the way) referred us to Jennie and DWT, and I couldn't…read morebe happier. I've been dealing with a very tough time in my life caring for elderly parents and dealing w/tough family situations, and Jennie was so professional and great at explaining all my options. My first order of business was actually to just get our own Trust (for our kids) squared away, but I've been so happy with Jennie's help that I'm looking to her for all my future trust legal needs (in particular administering my parents trust). I felt like her fees were reasonable and I was happy with her succession plans as I am always thinking ahead to the future and ensuring continuity from my parents to trust to my own trust. Davis is a bit of a drive for me, but it's worth it. Can't recommend her enough!

Attorney Jennie Bretschneider and her team were so helpful helping us set up our family trust . As…read morean older couple with a 'blended' family, we had concerns which she patiently helped us resolve. We feel confident our children and grandchildren are protected and will be able to consult with her if need arises. We are so glad to have a local family firm to turn too. Many Thanks to Davis Wills & Trusts Dean & Patricia G.

Beth is a very knowledgeable and understanding attorney. My whole family looks to her for our legal…read moreneeds.

Very rude and unprofessional. I met this woman at a custody hearing. She was an attorney for my…read morenephew's father. She tried to bully and intimidate my sister into handing over document she brought to court and my sister not knowing gave them to her and we watched her walk over and hand them over to her client and his wife to read over. Since she is friends with her client there has been multiple occasions where my sister is being harassed/followed by people on social media come to find out these people are friends with "Beth". So it's very clear she is speaking on this case with her friends since like I stated before she is friends with her client. This is a huge conflict of interest and disgusting behavior on her part.

She has helped and guide us with our family trust, advance directive and power attorney. I highly…read morerecommend her and her office.

I desperately needed a lawyer in Davis California to handle a family trust. I was staying in a…read morelocal hotel while dealing with very ill relative. I contacted this firm and spoke with them. After that point, I could never get a returned call. Waisted my time waiting on them. I can understand if they were too busy or just didn't want the job, but they should have just told me so. It was very inconsiderate of them to not just simply tell me to go elsewhere.

I called today and spoke with Christina. What an awesome, professional and honest person…read more She helped me with so much information in a short amount of time on the phone. If you want honesty, professionalism and intelligence this is the place for you Thank you so very much Dana

Christina did an awesome job on my case and was extremely helpful in every way. With her help I was…read moreable to get Ssdi on the appeal. I would definitely recommend her .

I put a review on here a couple of weeks ago and I can't see it. So I'll review her again. She was…read moreamazing and knowledgeable and put me at ease. Having to file bankruptcy is a stressful thing and she's very good at taking stress away. The process was much easier than expected. She's very precise I telling me what I need to bring and what I needed to do. No miscommunication. I'm grateful that Angel Hendrickson referred her to me. Thank you Mary Ellen

Angel in disguise!! She works magic when its hopeless. From start to finish you know you are in…read moregood hands her knowledge and compassion. She helps make a scary/stressful experience bearable. She truly cares about her clients and give you 110%. My parents will live the rest of their lives comfortable because of her and I will never be able to repay her for what she has done for this family!!!

Erin and Tim were excellent! They're smart, efficient, and professional -- and they're also fun to…read moretalk to. Both of them have great personalities. I hope I won't need more legal advice anytime soon but, if I do, I'll be calling them again.

We worked with Erin to set up our trust and she was great-very professional, reliable and answered…read moreany questions that came up during the process. Highly recommend!

My experience has been terrible thus far. I was advised by ARAG that Ms Sirota best matches my…read moreneeds, and that she accepts ARAG clients. I called her 2 times to schedule, both times who answered was a remote service/receptionist that knew nothing but promised to pass my name along. I also emailed twice. All this was over a week's time. There has been no response. Not sure if Ms Sirota is getting my messages or not, or even if she accepts ARAG or not, because she won't return any communication. Her customer service needs much improvement and I wouldn't recommend her.

Marissa made estate planning easy. When my father passed away Marissa help to navigate the…read moreconfusing time of trust administration. Marissa's pricing is fair for the service she offers. I would recommend Marissa for all estate planning needs.