During the pandemic last year, I bought a house and was pregnant with baby#3. I also wanted to…read morelegally change my child's middle name due to cultural reasons. I was stressed, paranoid and wanted to ensure my family was taken care of should anything happen to me. Through ARAG, I found Heather Mayer and she helped me with getting my child's name change and helped me established a living trust as well. Heather was patient and informative as I was new to both of these processes. She answered all my questions, and always made the entire process stress free. Even weeks after the court paperwork were done for the name change, she offered to notarize the county paperwork for free! Finding the right lawyer is an intimidating process, but Heather treats you like a friend and never makes you feel like just another number. She is kind, personable and responsive. I highly recommend Heather and will definitely refer her all my family, friends and even strangers because she is that good!

Poor initial service. 30 days to get paperwork ready for signature on a simple name change. I had…read moreto go into the office to get things moving and they had the gaul to tell me the normally dont do name changes even though its on there web site. I would never recomend or use them again.

Kat is wonderful! have used her multiple occasion, very thorough and gets the job done! highly…read morerecommend!

Was referred to Legal Doc and could not be more pleased that I was. Mine has been a high need legal…read morecase and her attention to detail, dedication to service and amazing support have made all the difference not only in my life legal success to date- but also confidence in navigating a very complex legal process and system. Best decision I have made during this difficult and emotional time was to call Legal Doc!

My husband and I selected Melinda's business because she is very clear about her priority to ensure…read morethat the divorce process is focused on what really matters, which in our case is our children.

Melinda is committed to negotiating a sustainable and fair solution for both of us. A great…read moreresource if you're trying to move on, and want a guide to help navigate the process smoothly

I hired Tyler Janke as my attorney dealing with a child custody case. Tyler is responsive,…read moreprofessional, and cost efficient. This is my first time hiring an attorney. I was not even sure if I needed an attorney. My family members urged me to get an attorney for my case anyway. I was referred to Tyler and am very grateful for the hard work he put into my case. I know that my case would have been way more difficult and the results would not be what I wanted without him. The cost was way less than what I anticipated. Tyler was very professional, but I also felt like I had a friend to help me along the difficult path of child custody. Tyler Janke has earned a client until my son is considered an adult.

Many thanks for the outstanding work on behalf of my attorney, Justin Barrell. Without your great…read moreefforts, I am not sure how I would've faired without your professionalism and knowledge. The outcome was extremely positive. Dealing in Family Law can be very stressful and challenging but Justin handled the court case like a true field general. In addition, Mr. Barrell dealt with the judge, DCSS counsel and opposing counsel with true expertise. But besides winning the case, I am truly appreciative of his time, response, work ethic, knowledge, and steadiness. I will be sure to recommend him highly. Thank you so much! -Alonzo Arteaga

I urge caution if considering this attorney due to a documented history of disciplinary actions by…read morethe State Bar. In 2011, the attorney was suspended and placed on probation for 2 years where she was not eligible to practice law in California due to disciplinary actions related to multiple counts of misconduct. These included failure to perform competently, failure to communicate with a client, and failure to cooperate in a State Bar investigation, among others. Additionally, court records indicate several professional challenges, including instances where the truthfulness of provided information was brought into question in formal proceedings. You can verify this information through the State Bar of California's official website for further details and make your own informed decision. If you would like to report her, I recommend you do the following : 1.) Collect all pertinent information that supports your complaint. This includes the attorney's name, the details of the case or situation in which the misconduct occurred, any relevant documents, and a detailed explanation of why you believe the attorney acted unethically. 2.) Download and fill out the Complaint Form available on the California State Bar website. Be detailed and factual when describing the misconduct. Please refrain from opinions. 3.) Submit the Complaint Online through the California State Bar's official website. Do your homework. Her CA State Bar Number is # 197975.

Christie Mitchell is not only well respected in the courtroom and a powerhouse of an attorney, but…read moreshe's also an angel on this side of heaven in my opinion. I have been blessed to be Christy's client for over a decade. She's handled my divorce, bogus allegations, and an intense ongoing custody battle that included trial. She's won every single time we stepped into the courtrooms. She has treated my time and money as if it were her own and didn't waste either. Her efficacy is unmatched. My children's best interest is and has always been her first priority! She has absolute incredible integrity. She is a straight shooter, she tells the truth, she has a photographic memory, she is strategic and she knows the law. I have yet to meet another human being who holds themselves to such a high standard of integrity, plays by the rules and still wins consistently in life or in court. She is truly a warrior. If you have the opportunity and privilege of being represented by Ms. Mitchell you will witness first hand the undeniable respect she commands in the courtroom by both the Judges and her peers. You couldn't have made a better choice! Elizabeth

Tiffany is very professional, informative, and compassionate. We had a very tricky issue with a lot…read moreof hiccups on the county side of things and she bent over backwards to keep things moving and provide guidance. I feel very satisfied (and relieved) with her assistance.

I started talking with Tiffany in January. She was very straightforward and clear. She told me what…read moredocuments I needed to have. I got all the necessary documents by July. I then hired her and she put together the paperwork needed to finish my divorce. The divorce was finalized this month in December. The whole process took just a few months. I am very happy my divorce is now final. I had two attorneys prior to working with her. The first attorney didn't prioritize my case. The second attorney ripped me off. I'm glad I went this route. Her price is fair. I recommend working with Tiffany Berry.

Most negative reviews come from clients who lost their case. This is not one of those situations…read more After being transferred to Ms. Stowell, I spent approximately 18 months under her representation with little to no substantive progress made on my case. Communication became minimal, I was repeatedly asked to resubmit information that had already been provided, and key issues, especially custody, were never meaningfully advanced. This ultimately resulted in roughly two years of delay in securing an updated custody agreement that proved to be in the best interest of my children and myself. I was also encouraged to consider a settlement that was not in my best interest and would have increased my financial burden. After my case was finalized, I took the time to carefully review my experience. My priority with my new representation was seeing the divorce through to completion, not raising disputes mid-process with this firm & Ms. Stowell. After my case was completely wrapped, I then reached out to Ms. Stowell in good faith to address these concerns and her performance directly and in private. The response from the firm focused only on a 10-day billing dispute window and did not address the substance of the issues raised. The contrast after switching attorneys was immediate. Within weeks, my new counsel moved the case forward and achieved a significantly more favorable outcome. The financial settlement was more than double the prior proposals, and the matter was resolved more efficiently and at nearly half the cost. Most importantly, custody was prioritized and resolved within a few months of the transition. This stood in clear contrast to the repeated delays I had previously been given, where I was consistently told action was only a few months away, yet no progress was made. I would also encourage anyone considering Ms. Stowell to look closely at the substance and timing of her reviews across platforms. In my experience, many are dated, clustered, or very general, and do not reflect the level of detail or outcomes that matter in a case like this. Based on my experience and the clear difference in results after changing counsel,I do not recommend this firm or Ms. Stowell.. Beyond the financial outcome, the delay in addressing custody had a meaningful impact on my family, as it prolonged a situation that could have been resolved much earlier with appropriate action.

The Best Family Law Attorney You Could Ask For…read more Juliana is truly an extraordinary attorney and person. From the very beginning, she believed in me and treated me with respect and compassion during one of the most stressful and emotional times of my life. She is thoughtful, thorough, and incredibly well-spoken. Unlike many attorneys in family law, who can sometimes become hardened or impatient with the tears, fears, and high emotions, Juliana shows remarkable patience and understanding. She never makes me feel rushed, and she takes the time to truly hear me out and understand my concerns. What stands out most about Juliana is her ability to handle even the most difficult personalities with grace. My ex has always been challenging to deal with, but Juliana knew exactly how to approach the situation and was able to negotiate firmly yet fairly. She secured exactly the outcome I had been hoping for--something I never thought would be possible. The difference this has made in my life cannot be overstated. Because she is on retainer, my ex finally has boundaries he must respect. That shift alone has greatly improved my quality of life. For the first time in a very long time, I feel like I can breathe. I have the time, space, and emotional security to focus on what matters most: building the relationship I am meant to have with my child. With Juliana's help, we are finally beginning the healing process that I thought might never come. Juliana is not only a skilled attorney but also a genuinely good person. She brings humanity, empathy, and strength into a process that often feels cold and overwhelming. She has made my life better in countless ways, and I am so grateful to have her by my side. If you are looking for someone who will advocate for you with intelligence, patience, and heart, Juliana is the one. I cannot recommend her highly enough.

Very honest attorney. Unfortunately, was unable to retain her. She wasn't able to represent me…read morebecause of my complex case, but after paying for a consultation where she informed me of her own situation, she refunded me the fee because she couldn't focus on the issues I was facing . I really wish I could have retained her for my Attorney. It's important that folks know there are GREAT Lawyers out there and she is one of them!

Very responsive, efficient, insightful, straight to the point, fair, and accurate with billing. She…read moregets the job done without the fluff.