Working with Hoffman & Forde -- specifically Mike Dicks -- was one of the most frustrating…read moreprofessional experiences I've ever had. My sister and I hired the firm to represent us in a construction defect case involving our home. At first, our case was assigned to a junior attorney. When that attorney left the firm, Mike Dicks took over. From that point on, the entire process became far more stressful and chaotic than it needed to be. Instead of feeling like our attorney was advocating for us, it constantly felt like we were being pressured, dismissed, or talked down to. Any time we asked questions or pushed back on changes, we were treated as if we were the problem. One of the most maddening patterns was being told that parts of the settlement agreement were "final." We were repeatedly told we could not make further changes. Then the defense would make additional changes anyway, and suddenly those changes were allowed. When we asked questions about those changes, we were told we were jeopardizing the deal. This happened over and over again and created constant confusion about what was actually finalized and what wasn't. Another major issue was the lack of attention to detail. We provided extensive documentation of the problems with our house, including photos and written descriptions. Despite that, several critical issues were not properly addressed in the settlement scope. My sister repeatedly had to review and redline documents herself just to correct errors or omissions that should have been caught by our attorney. A perfect example involves two large floor-to-ceiling windows. Multiple experts who walked through the house suspected those windows were leaking, but we did not yet have clear documentation of water intrusion. Then, right around the time we were being pushed to sign earlier versions of the settlement agreement, a storm came through. During that storm my sister was able to record water visibly running down the inside of one of the windows. Despite that evidence, those windows were still not included in the final settlement scope, even though they were clearly part of the water intrusion issues affecting the property. The office also seemed extremely disorganized. We were asked multiple times for documents we had already provided. Outdated versions of the settlement agreement were circulated and referred to as the final version. At times it genuinely felt like no one was carefully reviewing the documents being sent to us. We were also repeatedly told the defendants were essentially insolvent and that we needed to accept the settlement because there was no money to pursue. When we asked how that determination had been made, the only documentation referenced was a financial disclosure sheet completed by the defendant himself listing limited assets. We were never informed if the actual business's financial records had been reviewed. Throughout all of this, the firm's partner, Daniel Forde, was copied on many of the communications but never stepped in to address the obvious problems. To be clear, the construction work that is now being completed at the property has addressed many of the defects. In fact, the damage turned out to be so extensive that the contractors ultimately ended up doing far more work than what was originally contemplated in the settlement. But that outcome came despite the legal representation, not because of it. What should have been professional legal guidance instead turned into months of unnecessary stress, confusion, and frustration. Far too often it felt like we were the ones doing the detailed review work while also paying legal fees. If you are considering hiring Hoffman & Forde, I strongly recommend asking very direct questions about who will actually handle your case and how closely documents will be reviewed before anything is finalized. Our experience with Mike Dicks was chaotic, exhausting, and deeply disappointing.

We hired Hoffman & Forde to represent us in a construction defect case involving our home…read more Initially, we were assigned a junior attorney. After that attorney left the firm, the senior attorney on the case, Mike Dicks, took over. From that point forward, the experience deteriorated significantly. My sister and I genuinely dreaded seeing Mike's name appear in our inbox. Interactions with him were consistently stressful, confusing, and unproductive. Instead of feeling like our attorney was advocating for us, we often felt pressured, dismissed, or talked down to. One of the biggest problems was communication and consistency. Mike frequently declared things "final" instead of asking for our input. Later, the defense would make additional changes and those changes would suddenly be allowed. When we asked questions or pushed back, we were told we were jeopardizing the deal or creating problems. This happened repeatedly and made an already stressful legal process even more frustrating. Another major issue was the lack of attention to detail and organization. Despite providing extensive documentation and photos of the defects in our home, several important items were not properly addressed in the settlement scope. We repeatedly had to review and redline documents ourselves to correct errors or omissions that should have been caught by our attorney. At one point, outdated versions of the settlement agreement kept being circulated and referred to as the final version. Despite raising concerns, the version that ultimately ended up executed still reflected earlier drafts that had known issues. In addition, two large floor-to-ceiling windows that we had documented leaking with video evidence were not included in the settlement scope. Repairing those windows could cost tens of thousands of dollars out of pocket, despite being verbally agreed upon during mediation. Another troubling issue involved the claim that the defendants were essentially insolvent. When we asked how that conclusion was reached, we were told that the defense provided a financial disclosure sheet completed by the defendant himself listing a house owned by his wife. Despite the defendant owning a construction business, our attorneys did not obtain the financial records or tax returns of the business owned by the defendant. That left us with serious questions about how the insolvency conclusion was reached. The office also appeared extremely disorganized. We were asked multiple times for documents we had already provided, including basic tax information, and there were frequent email exchanges correcting mistakes or clarifying issues that should have been handled internally. What made the experience especially concerning was that the firm's partner, Daniel Forde, was copied on many of these communications but never stepped in to address the issues. To be clear, the construction work that is now being completed at our house has ultimately addressed many of the defects. In fact, because the damage to the house turned out to be more extensive than anticipated, the defendants ended up doing significantly more work than what was originally contemplated in the settlement. That is one of the few silver linings in an otherwise extremely frustrating process. However, the legal representation itself was disappointing. We expected an attorney who would carefully review documents, communicate clearly, and advocate for our interests. Instead, we often felt like we were the ones doing the detailed review work ourselves while also paying for legal services. If you are considering hiring Hoffman & Forde, I would strongly encourage you to ask detailed questions about who will actually handle your case and how closely documents and settlement terms will be reviewed before anything is finalized. Our experience with Mike Dicks was disorganized, stressful, and far below the level of professionalism we expected when hiring legal counsel.

Oh my gosh! Jon was a treasure trove of information and really helped set my mind at ease with a…read morerather difficult real estate issue and pending legal ramifications I am currently facing. He took the time from his busy schedule to listen to my real estate woes and articulated sound advice. If I ever have to use a law firm for a real estate issue again, Jon Webster will definitely be the one I call first! Jon, thank you for a very insightful and delightful conversation tonight! God bless you!

I didn't get the chance to work with Jon but in a really desperate time he was the only person that…read moregot back to me. He gave great advice on what I might do next and was so genuinely kind. Jon, I think I accidentally replied to you directly with my frustrations but those words were not meant for you and I'm sorry. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for being so helpful and good.

Angela and the entire team at Lokk Legal / Khashayar Law Group helped us survive one of the most…read morestressful and painful experiences of our lives -- and not only get through it, but come out on top. From the very beginning, they treated us with genuine kindness, compassion, and respect. They were patient with our questions, steady when we felt overwhelmed, and consistently made us feel like we were in capable hands. What sets this firm apart is the combination of professionalism and humanity. They were incredibly organized, detail-oriented, and strategic, but also gracious and supportive through every step of the process. Communication was excellent -- we were never left wondering what was happening or what the next step would be. They kept us informed, prepared, and grounded throughout a process that can feel completely consuming. Gianna is an absolute delight to work with and was such a calming presence during trial. She helped keep us sane, answered questions quickly, and made sure we always felt supported. The entire team was responsive, thorough, and truly invested in the outcome. Angela and Daryoosh are the dream team. Their skill, confidence, and courtroom presence were exceptional, and we will forever be grateful for the way they fought for us. They were relentless in the best way -- prepared, sharp, and committed to protecting our interests at every turn. If you are looking for a law firm that is both highly competent and deeply compassionate -- a team that will take your case seriously and stand by you like it matters -- we cannot recommend Lokk Legal / Khashayar Law Group strongly enough. We are forever indebted to them.

My experience over the years with CNS has been alright, companies I've worked for used there…read moreservices over the years. I started my own business did reach with the varies company handing Construction Industry paperwork needs, decided to use CNS. David Fink has been extremely helpful, attentive, friendly, has made the whole process much easier for me using the various services they offer. You can tell new management is in place they are now more focused on customer service, support, satisfaction, pricing is reasonable. No subscription fees need to join. Happy I made the choice to use them over other competitors. Juliann Foley- Business Owner Credit Division, LLC

We called this attorney's office and received a call back within an hour. Attorney Pettit spent…read moretime on the phone with me and was so helpful and gave me information without ever pushing for business! We will definitely use this Attorney!

I hired Ross to assist me in obtaining a settlement from a car insurance company who refused to…read morenegotiate further on a property damage claim. From my initial meeting with Ross in his Point Loma office, I found him to be very professional and responsive, in person, by phone and email. His work included a demand letter to the insurance company and negotiating the settlement amount I eventually agreed to. While handling my case, Ross always asked me what I wanted to do, provided me with his professional opinion, and let me know of the potential pros and cons of my decision(s). Overall, I would evaluate my experience with Ross to be very positive and I feel confident that if a legal situation presented itself in the future, I would not hesitate to call upon his legal expertise again.

From our initial experience, Seth and his team were responsive, knowledgeable, and genuinely easy…read moreto work with. They brought clarity to a complex situation and gave us confidence in how to move forward. If you own rental property in San Diego and need accessible, proactive, and affordable legal guidance, I would not hesitate to recommend Landlord Solutions.

I highly recommend Landlord Solutions. Seth and Mackenzie truly know the ins and out of landlords…read morerights in relation to tenants. The are very responsive and never hesitated to answer my many questions during this process of evicting a tenant. With their help I was able to get a tenant out within less than 90 days. I appreciate them greatly.

I had hired a attorney named Latoya Redd and my experience was not pleasant. I have had a few…read moredifferent attorneys for different business and personal related cases. She was by far the least professional and did not reside in the state of California. All meetings were virtual and short she did not work hard for me. I contacted a lawyer by the name of Josh SEARCY and he got everything done and settled in 2 weeks what I asked Latoya to do in 3 or more months. Do your research before hiring her. Proceed with extreme caution.

Attn Landlords, Owners, and Property Manager:…read more You need to have LaToya/Redd Law saved to your favorites! Ms. Redd's legal expertise is an invaluable resource. My family and I can't thank her enough for all that she did for us! With all the changes to tenant owner/landlord laws in San Diego, there's no longer "a simple eviction, "even for an at-fault eviction. Since COVID tenants' rights continue to increase. It's imperative that you have an expert on your side. Ms. Redd has a wealth of knowledge, she's about business, she can recite laws and codes verbatim, she's kind, personable, extremely detail-oriented and thorough, and an absolute pleasure to work with. My family had an at-fault eviction for non-payment that we thought we could handle ourselves until we got slammed with paperwork and deposition requests from our tenant's legal aid attorney. Such tactics put immense stress on my elderly parents, who've always gone above and beyond for their tenants. Thankfully the company that processes our evictions connected us with Ms. Redd of Redd Law. Ms. Redd was kind enough to take our case on during the middle of the holidays with a tight deadline by opposing counsel and take on the additional task of correcting the errors we made in trying to represent ourselves. Our initial decision for self-representation was a BIG mistake and could have been an even bigger mistake had we not been connected to Ms. Redd/ Redd Law. Again, with all the changes and nuances to the law (that do not favor landlords or owners) we didn't stand a chance despite our eviction being an at-fault eviction for nonpayment. Ms. Redd/Redd Law saved us from what could have turned into a bigger financial loss and further legal headaches. Ms. Redd properly advised us and fought for us. Due to her attention to detail and unrelenting diligence, my parents were able to get their property back on their terms within a quick time frame.

Wow I thought I had a resource I actually found a lady's dog that she's told me if I needed any…read morehelp ever that I could come see her about legal assistance but I called this company and it was a guy that answered the phone that was very uptight I will say. I even asked if it was a lady with a dog there but he says no I thought hard and long on calling but I needed some assistance in the legal field so I said hell I'm going to give it a shot but I feel like that was the wrong thing to do. Wish I had better luck she seems so sincere

Princeton pedigreed law firm that gets results. This firm provides excellent service and…read moreoutstanding advice negotiating legal minefields. Hiring an EXPERIENCED, HIGHLY INTELLIGENT lawyer is well worth it if you want results! Mr. Campbell has given me invaluable legal advice for more than ten years. In addition, on a referral note - I have sent several others to him for assistance with various matters large and small. Those individuals I have personally referred for help regarding a wide spectrum of legal matters have been EXTREMELY SATISFIED.

I have been scrambling to find an attorney to help with a time sensitive contract review and it is…read moreso hard to get most firms on the phone. However, Patrick was very responsive and helpful listening to my needs. He was busy and unable to take my case but was kind enough to send me multiple recommendations and even called me back to make sure I got the information I needed. That is the kind of person I would want to hire for my legal needs!

One of the best attorneys I have ever worked with, Patrick provided excellent service…read more He was honest/clear from the start and explained all options and risks involved. He's very knowledgeable, experienced and thorough in his work and easily accessible. Highly recommend!