Charles is truly the best lawyer! During one of the most…read morestressful times in my life, when no one else helped, he stood by me--for free. I was facing a lawsuit from the insurance company over a trucking accident, and he stepped in, sent one strong email, and completely stopped the lawsuit. He asked for nothing in return--just for me to pay it forward. He went far beyond what I ever hoped for. I truly believe God sent him to rescue me. Thank you, Charles. Your kindness changed everything.

Charles is very professional and highly knowledgeable. He is not afraid to call out the opposing…read moreattorney when they are wrong. He stood up for me in court. His attention to detail is impeccable. He is very thorough when I ask questions. His response to all my concerns are quick and clear. He is always willing to understand your given situation. I was going through a financial hardship and Charles went above and beyond with a very reasonable payment plan.His complete honesty made me feel comfortable. He truly has your best interest at heart. His administrative team is amazing and supportive. I would highly recommend this office to anyone. They all definitely make you feel like family! Client. Karen shi

Excellent service . Answered my questions . Called me back right away …read more Would recommend and use again

These folks spoke to me thoughtfully, knowledgeably, and patiently about a real estate issue when…read moredozens of other firms would not, after hours of calls going nowhere. Furthermore, they advised on some additional techniques to try to resolve it without litigation, for everyone's benefit. For customer service, kindness, and familiarity with the law alone, they have my vote for excellence.

I cannot say enough about my experience with Mr. Chan! I needed an attorney locally in San Joaquin…read moreCo. as I am out of area. He was very responsive. I left a message and was responded to in a matter of minutes. He then took my call just a bit later (office staff was pleasant to work with as well) and was fully prepared to talk specifics. Other attorneys that I had spoken to previously could be bothered to look at the specifics. Mr. Chan looked at the details, listened, made calls on our behalf. He then called us back and took the time to explain the process for the county, status, next steps, etc. He was patient and compassionate to the situation. I had a clear understanding of everything and felt very calm. Mr. Chan was very professional, honest, and most of all, he was kind.

Clarence Chan is a responsive, high quality lawyer. I would recommend him to anyone.read more

Mr. Small successfully defended me in a land use lawsuit. His professionalism and attention to…read moredetail created a positive environment to conduct business. I was promptly informed about each step in the case and Mr. Small excelled at clearly communicating the steps he would use to defend the case. A legal win is always sweeter when handled with the ease demonstrated by an attorney such as Mr. Small.

I have been a paralegal my entire life and embarrassed to say that I found myself in a horrible…read morecivil litigation matter. I purchased a home in December 2012 only to find leaks, mold, and dry rot the day I moved in. Even though I hired a home inspector and obtained pest and roof inspections, they all failed me and the seller lied and didn't disclose the massive mold and dry rot issues and standing water under the home. It was a nightmare and I had to move out of 1/3 of my home and seal it off due to hazardous contamination. The seller later filed bankruptcy. I first hired Michael Fluetsch in Lodi who essentially did nothing but bill us $10,000 in a 6 month period. I then went to Art Small in Stockton, who took my case on contingency. If it weren't for him trusting in me and our case, I would have been screwed and lost everything. The case was complicated because of the bankruptcy, but Art fought on my behalf in both BK and civil court and ultimately I received far more than I ever would have expected. I won't be rich but can now finally make all repairs and then some. Art went above and beyond and put up with my constant questioning. I now consider him a personal friend. He is hard working, honest, and fair...something hard to find these days especially in an attorney. I've worked with many, but Art is as good as they come. He really knows his stuff, especially in debt collection and litigation, and how to play the game. Fluetsch basically told me I had no case but took my money anyway. Art worked his ass off for 2.5 years because he believed I was wronged and that meant everything. Fortunately, it finally paid off for both of us. I highly, highly recommend him!!

This law firm is quite good at first I was hesitant but honestly their service is excellent they…read moregot us in right away. They are very explicit and concise with their service pertaining the kind of help we need. They are friendly very attentive, comfortable to talk with. Well for my husband and I, if all the qualities, their values and feeling assured then it's worth a visit. So if needing some help regarding Will & Trust it's worth the call ask questions first about their service and make an appointment..

My family and I had an experience with this law firm during the administration of my aunt's…read moreCalifornia probate estate. The estate contained limited assets. According to probate filings, the executor received nearly $75,000 in compensation and reimbursements, and the attorneys received more than $16,000 in legal fees. Based on our understanding of the will, several beneficiaries did not receive property or distributions that they believed were contemplated, and no one received any amount as much as the executor for assets less than $325,000, some assets were never addressed at all ii the final accounting, where the family had to purchase the last legal filings themselves. One concern relates to notice and transparency during the administration of the estate. Following service of the Inventory and Appraisal in April 2025, additional filings were made with the court through November 2025. It is our understanding that only one beneficiary signed a Waiver of Notice of Proposed Action in April 2023, while other beneficiaries did not waive notice. Subsequent filings after April 2025, including the final accounting and distribution documents, were not served on all beneficiaries, including matters involving compensation. If accurate, this raises questions about whether all interested parties were provided notice and an opportunity to participate in the probate process. Another concern involves accounting and financial disclosure. A family member requested a complete accounting of the estate's assets, expenses, and distributions on multiple occasions, including through formal service upon the law office. According to our records, a full accounting was not provided in response to those requests. There were also concerns regarding communication. As the probate progressed, communication became more limited. Requests for information and clarification were not consistently addressed, and responses were not always provided in a timely manner. In one instance, a named heir who asked questions was informed by Terry Loa that she was not a party to the case. When Rebecca Sem was contacted directly, a similar response was received. Concerns were also raised regarding the handling of vulnerable individuals. Family members informed both the executor and the attorneys that the decedent's son had lifelong cognitive impairments and later experienced a stroke affecting his decision-making capacity. Based on our observations, no formal evaluation or action addressing these concerns was evident during the administration of the estate. Privacy issues were another area of concern. Despite notification that a granddaughter had a no-contact order involving her father, probate documents continued to include her address in filings and correspondence. Questions also arose regarding the distribution of estate property. The distribution of certain items, including antiques, jewelry, and a vehicle, differed from what some family members understood to be the intended allocations under the will. Those distributions did not align with the decedent's intent based on available information. When Atty Sems was asked directly what had happened to a great-great grandmother's rocker and other assets, the response was that the son was given the option and any remaining items were disposed of. Overall, based on our review of the probate record and our experience, there were concerns regarding communication, notice, accounting, and the administration of the estate. Probate attorneys and executors have responsibilities that include providing notice, maintaining transparency, and administering the estate in accordance with applicable law and the decedent's wishes. This review reflects my family's experience and our understanding of the probate record. Individuals considering this firm for estate administration may wish to review court filings, inquire about attorney fees and executor compensation, and seek clarification regarding notice requirements and accounting procedures. This law office failed in our opinion to follow legalities and allowed an exector, the law firm and her spouse (who had no family relations) to profit from a families traumatic event.

Easy to work with, fast service. I was updating my revocable trust and the update was completed in…read morea timely manner

Looked for an Estate Planning attorney and she immediately returned my inquiry . What a pleasant…read moresurprise at the meeting. Very meticulous and cautious, ensuring the protection of her client.

I can't recommend Spencer enough! He's the kind of attorney every small business owner dreams of…read morehaving. I used his services for my restaurant, and not only was he incredibly knowledgeable and professional, but he also made the entire process smooth and stress-free. Spencer explained everything in plain language, always took the time to answer my questions, and handled every detail with care. What I really appreciate is that he's honest and fair with his billing -- he won't overcharge you for work he doesn't do, which is rare to find in this field. If you need an attorney who is sharp, approachable, and truly has your best interests at heart, Spencer is the one. I'll definitely be using him again in the future!

Very appropriate everything that Adam and Spencer did for my Company, very patience and…read moreunderstanding. We need this kind of Lawyers around. The most important thing is that they believe in integrity. Thank you both for an outstanding job.

I hope people understand that rating a business or lawyer or anything for that matter shouldn't be…read morebased on person feelings or a perfect ending. For instance Mr.Ellis and I decided not to proceed further at the end of our second meeting. So why am I giving them 4 stars? That's quite simple he's professional, he's knowledgeable, he's most likely a very efficient divorce attorney, he has a great staff, they return calls promptly, there very polite and helpful and they do more then the expected. Also when we mutually agreed it wasn't the right fit, there was no animosity and even though I didn't want or expect a full refund he offered to do so. I tried to tell him the full amount in unecessary but it was decided. If your looking for a firm you should at least meet with them because they really are a very professional and helpful.

My experience was poor; lawyer was too busy, charged top dollar for sub-par work, reactive,…read moreargumentative, and seemed to operate under her own agenda rather than what was in my best interest as her client.

Kristi Barnard represented my husband in our custody and visitation case in 2016, and we will…read morealways be grateful for everything she did for our family. She was knowledgeable, honest, responsive, and made a very stressful process much easier to navigate. It was clear she was well respected in the courtroom, and her confidence and skill gave my husband peace of mind every step of the way. Thanks to her hard work, we achieved an outcome that was truly in our child's best interest. I have recommended Kristi to friends and family over the years, and I would not hesitate to hire her again. If you need a family law attorney who genuinely cares about her clients and knows how to advocate for them, I highly recommend Kristi.

Kristi was referred to me by a family friend to help me with my child custody case. Even when I…read morewas feeling overwhelmed and very emotional, she took the time to listen, show empathy and guide me thru the process every step of the way and answered all of my questions with kindness and support making me feel at ease (Im an over thinker and just keep coming up with so many scenarios!!) If it wasnt for Kristi idk how I would have gotten thru this stressful process. If youre looking for an attorney for child custody I would highly recommend you give Kristi's office a call.

Dropped my case because the other party was not willing to settle. This guy just wants the easy…read moremoney. He is not willing to fight for you. He dropped my case and didn't even tell me. Once I finally got a hold of him he told me I provided him multiple email addresses and he was unable to reach me. I only have one email address...

I sent a request to Marks office for an employment issue. He returned my call within the hour. Mark…read morespent about 20 minutes discussing the issue and giving advice. He's friendly and doesn't talk down to you. I will definitely use Mark when proceeding.