When I reached out to Norah, I was facing an urgent and high-stakes custody hearing. She stepped in…read morelate in the day, quickly understood the complexity of the situation, and immediately got to work. Despite the time pressure, she provided me with a clear, strategic courtroom script that helped me stay focused and preserve critical issues on the record. As someone who has been navigating this process pro se, going up against an extremely litigious opposing party and what feels like a very father-leaning courtroom dynamic, Norah has been the edge I needed. She is sharp, strategic, and deeply knowledgeable -- but what sets her apart is that she combines that precision with empathy. She doesn't minimize your situation or default to "well, this is what you signed up for." She meets the facts head-on and builds a plan. Norah is astute, composed, and tactically thoughtful. She understands both the legal framework and the human dynamics of family court. If you need someone who can move quickly, think clearly under pressure, and equip you with strategy rather than platitudes, she is that lawyer.

Norah was super helpful and very friendly. She was very thorough on giving me the information that…read moreI needed with my case and reassuring. I highly recommend her.

I am beyond grateful that Dorothy was recommended to me. I reached out the very same day, and…read morewithin an hour she personally called me back. From day one, I have never once doubted having Dorothy by my side. No second guessing, and no uncertainty. I trust this woman completely. As a mother, navigating a difficult child custody case while trying to protect and advocate for my son has been one of the most emotionally draining and heartbreaking experiences of my life. There were moments where I felt overwhelmed, exhausted, scared, and emotionally worn down trying to balance court, parenting, work, and simply holding myself together through it all. Dorothy never once made me feel like I had to carry that weight alone. What truly sets Dorothy apart is that she does not treat you like "just another client." She takes the time to genuinely know you as a person, your life, your family, your fears, your goals as a parent, and what truly matters to you and your children. She understood that this was not just a legal case to me. This was my child, my family, my everyday life, and my future as a mother. Every conversation, every hearing, every late-night worry answered through an email, and every difficult moment throughout this process has shown me how deeply invested Dorothy is in helping her clients and protecting families. She fights for you with the same passion and dedication as if your case were her own. In moments where I felt emotionally defeated or uncertain, Dorothy helped me feel grounded, reassured, and supported. Dorothy is honest, compassionate, incredibly knowledgeable, and always responsive. During such a long and emotionally exhausting custody case, having an attorney who communicates in a timely manner and consistently stands beside you makes all the difference. Her professionalism and courtroom experience are undeniable, but it is her heart, dedication, and genuine care for people that truly make her exceptional. You can tell this firm is built on integrity and compassion. Her husband, Matthew Losinski, has also always been extremely welcoming, kind, and professional whenever I've visited the office. You immediately feel comfortable walking through their doors. It truly feels like a family-oriented law firm that understands the human side of family law, not just the legal side. As a parent, putting your trust in someone during one of the hardest periods of your life is not easy. But I can honestly say Dorothy made me feel heard, protected, supported, and never alone! If you are looking for an attorney who will genuinely care, fight tirelessly for you, guide you honestly, and stand beside you through one of the hardest times in your life, I wholeheartedly recommend Dorothy Chow-Losinski and Matthew Losinski.

Dorothy is a wonderful attorney. I have had a previous very bad interaction with an attorney who…read morewas just in it for the money and charged me so much for doing nothing. Dorothy is not this. She always had honest talks with me about what was worth doing on my own to not incur charges with her and she fought very well in court. She is extremely well prepped and will fight hard for your cause. 100% will be using again (as family law never ends, does it?)

I couldn't be happier with the service and the result. I hired Pamala because I felt it was crucial…read moreto present my case professionally rather than appearing on my own. It was my first time at a civil hearing, and frankly, I was shocked watching others present themselves unprepared. It made me so glad to have Pamala by my side. She was completely prepared, knew exactly what to do, and took all the pressure off me. I only had to answer a few easy questions regarding dates, while she presented the evidence efficiently--focusing only on what mattered to the judge. I realized that what the court thinks is important isn't always what I think is important. I am so glad I left this to a professional; I was granted the order I sought, with a longer duration than usual. Not only that, I was happy to hear from Pamala that the hearing did not use up my entire retainer. Thanks, Pamala!

Hello, The Pamela Ross Legal Services was referred to me to…read moreassist in preparing a pre-nup in a very short amount of time. As we procrastinated on getting started we had about 10 days before the wedding. Everything was very simple, no back and forth so all Services and deadlines were met on time. Upon shopping around the value for the Services was in our budget. I would definitely recommend her Services. She was very pleasant to speak with and very professional. Thank you E. Johnson

If you are a mother who is getting a divorce, do NOT hire this firm…read more After working with them for a year, they encouraged me to relinquish all child support and more. They did not advocate for me. They were very unresponsive to emails and failed to file or send paperwork on time. Unfortunately, my experience showed that these attorneys do not have one's children's best interest at heart. Read more

I feel so lucky that I found Deborah. Her reviews on Yelp inspired me to reach out. I am so glad I…read moredid! She helped me understand the process of divorce. She gave me an excellent recommendation for a mediator. I utilized Deborah for advice and to help me with paperwork during the mediation. My situation is a little bit tricky, but she helped me think it through. Thanks to her support, our process was fairly painless and we ended on good terms. Divorce is so overwhelming, Deborah helped me take it one step at a time. I am so grateful.

Michelle has guided me through an extremely complex custody case and made progress at every step…read more She has an amazing memory, recalling details from months earlier and using them when they mattered most. She's also excellent on the spot, quick to adapt and make strong decisions in court. She is the most empathetic lawyer I've ever met - and is so safe to reveal anything to. Another outstanding trait is her integrity -- when she had a medical procedure, she made sure my child was protected by referring me to the best lawyer to stand in for her. Michelle is both ethical and effective, and she turned my case around 100%.

I worked with Paul Thorndal and wholeheartedly recommend him…read more I received surprise contact from my ex and was overwhelmed with how to handle our assets. Paul was understanding, calm, and kind and gave me such confidence that we could figure out a solution. We were able to resolve matters quickly and my stress melted away knowing I had someone great on my side.

I found Laura Owen on Super Lawyer site. I had a consultation with her. She listened and took notes…read moreand she suggested to see the mediation first. I was ok to try that first. After I came home and thoght about it and decided not to do the mediation now. I wanted to file the divorce and then I am willing to do the mediation. In the worst case, I need the lawyer represent in the court for me. I called the office to explain that my thoughts. Then, the secretary told me that Laura doesn't represent at the court. I felt like I throw money in the drain. They could tell me that from the beginning. I have to start all over again to find the lawyer who can represnt me at the court.

A friend of mine who is a lawyer recommended Donna -- she was on the other side of her divorce…read morewhich tells you something. I'm also a lawyer so a tough customer; Donna was terrific. She is smart and has good judgment (something that is rare in a lawyer). She gave me great advice in a divorce with significant sums at stake as well as custody issues. She knew the law and made recommendations which saved me tens if not hundreds of thousands of dollars down the line. She is also good at avoiding unnecessary litigation which is a common problem in divorce. I also think that she is patient and kind and able to deal effectively with the strong emotions which come with a divorce. I came out of this viewing her as a friend who helped me but also ably represented me to get the best deal possible. I don't think I will ever remarry again, but if I do and get divorced I will be calling Donna.

Attorney Mike Broad - East Bay Probate and Trust was absolutely wonderful to…read moreWork with and have me in my administrator position. With eight people to deal with after our mother passed the stress could be high. Mike moved beyond the personalities and kept the focus on The tasks at hand. He always knew easily the next step no matter what happened. Mike (East Bay Probate and Trust) is trustworthy and focused. He is a good person which showed through every step of the way. I recommend him to one and all! I will use him again.

Upon a recommendation from a friend, I hired Mike to represent me as Executor for my Uncle's…read moreprobate in the San Francisco probate court.  As the Executor I had many tasks to perform and many questions seeking answers. Mike made himself available via email or phone and gave me proper advice.  He always promptly returned my phone calls and answered my emails.  My friends told me Probate is a nightmare and it will take forever to resolve.  My Uncle's probate, with Mike's guidance, moved smoothly and it was resolved in less than a year.  Thank you Mike, for your work and guidance.  I highly recommend Mike if you're seeking a probate attorney.

Absolutely amazing. I had stan who is sadly no longer there but this firmed helped me out so much…read moreduring the worst period of my life. It's expensive but worth every penny. I'm in the coast guard and I would recommend to any one of my fellow coasties.

I thought very hard about writing this review, but I do feel other people ought to be warned. I am…read morea trans woman, and I wanted to hire a lawyer to do my name / gender change forms. I googled and found that Levine Family Law advertises this service. They charged, as I recollect, $3500. The forms went in fine, but then I waited for months for the court order to be entered. At first they said six weeks, but the timeline kept slipping. I started having calls with Levine asking what was happening--they said the SF court was backed up and that it would take time. But it became clear that they did not have a direct line to the courthouse and had a very difficult time getting hold of human beings over there: they were essentially blind. I asked for a call with my lawyer, Stan, but was informed he had left the practice (nobody had told me). I had a call with the office manager Katie, and she basically told me I'd just have to wait. It was very nice and all, but she said I just needed to wait. I live about 20 min drive from the courthouse, so after that call I got so frustrated I got in my car, and I went to the courthouse. There was no line at the records office. They pulled my application, and the clerk said he'd put it on the top of the stack on Monday. By Tuesday, my name/change order was granted, and I had my certified copies. What makes me angry is that I was repeatedly told that the courthouse was busy and, essentially, incompetent, but actually every interaction I've had with them, whether for this or for other records requests, has been prompt and efficient. There is almost never a line; they are very helpful in answering questions. It has become clear to me that Levine Family Law merely scapegoats the courthouse, and that the true issue is their inability to get anyone there on the phone. In the USA, we don't hire lawyers merely to fill out forms--we hire them to shepherd us through the legal process. Levine family law certainly would never be as cavalier about the fate of a child custody or divorce decree--it is only their trans clients that they leave to fend for themselves, twisting in the wind for months. It is unconscionable to charge people $3500 and then be unwilling to take twenty minutes to, say, show up at the courthouse and make sure the decree actually gets entered. If you're not willing to do what it takes to get the decree granted, please don't offer it as a service. As it is, I have no doubt that if I'd filled out the forms myself and gone to the courthouse on my own, I'd have gotten everything done much quicker and more cheaply. I want to reiterate that the forms they filed were apparently fine, but they had absolutely no orientation to actually following up with the court. No doubt they will respond to say that they did their job when they filed the forms. But I was advised by Stan specifically that he was going to be in my corner, following up on these forms. When a firm charges for this service, they are charging for peace of mind--the idea that they will handle everything. If all you want is someone to file forms, maybe this law office is fine, but if you want someone who will make sure the decree actually gets granted, you shouldn't go with them.