Superb customer service, my sister is using their services for her divorce and I went there for setting up a trust. Very friendly and compassionate. read more

No attorney is cheap but boy is Monica Levavi is worth every penny! She is empathetic, kind and has extensive knowledgeable in the law. Don't be fooled by her small stature. She is a force to be reckoned with. She is quick on her feet, eloquent with her words, and will not let the not let the other side walk all over you. Most importantly, she will fight for what you want and has your back 100%. Unfortunately she was not recommended to me sooner because of cost, but having gone through a few attorneys before Monica, having her from the start would saved me more money and also brought me closer to where I want to be in my case. Since having Monica as my attorney she has been steadily moving the case along in the right direction. Court cases take a long time, but with every hearing we are making progress. She even makes huge strides outside of courtroom by being able to negotiate with the other side. Monica is beyond amazing! She is so easy to talk to I sometimes forget she is my attorney. I couldn't be happier and am so grateful for all that Monica has done for me to this day. Oh and she writes great declarations too! read more

From my experience, this is one of the top family law practices in the entire bay area. I could not have navigated my complicated divorce without the help of Rubin and Levavi. Some attorneys have good people skills, but lack sufficient knowledge of the law. While other attorneys know the law, but lack people skills. Rubin and Levavi is the rare firm that possess both. And trust me, you absolutely need both! My case was stressful and complex. But Monica Levavi always explained it to me in a way I could understand, while also easing my anxiety. She navigated my case from start to finish, which involved a "move away" attempt of my 10 year old daughter, a vocational assessment, an independent medical exam, numerous court appearances and the settlement conference process. Divorces are never fun, but I can honestly say Monica was a pleasure to work with. I always had the feeling that it was rather easy for her, which makes sense given her years of experience in SF family law. She proved to be an expert in all of the areas needed to get my case resolved. Monica is excellent at the art of diplomacy, and at the same time, can be tough as nails when the situation warrants it. My ex-wife was determined to take our divorce all the way to an expensive and stressful trial, but Monica was deftly able to avoid that and instead I came away with a settlement even higher than I hoped for and stability for my daughter. I highly recommend this firm! read more

We are incredibly grateful to Monica and her whole team for supporting and representing us during an "unnecessarily" nasty and prolonged child custody dispute. Her "high road", mentality and professionalism stood out above the bulldog tactics, game playing, and tiresome mudslinging. She came highly recommended and we couldn't be happier with the results. We ended up exactly where we had hoped to be at the end of the process, exceeding our expectations, in fact! Her support and humor throughout the entire ordeal made all the difference. We have toasted to her success and just as importantly our renewed sense of peace. read more

The best lawyer in town!!! I knew right away that she will be there to accompany me through the toughest time of my life! I searched and searched for someone and interviewed them and could not trust anyone wholeheartedly. Monica was highly recommended by another lawyer and she told me to call her right away. Monica kept me calm and confident. She was very patient and firm when she needed to tell me what was good for me to focus on. She was very honest from the get go until the very end. I was so lucky to find her when I was pushed to the corner to get help urgently. I'm doing very well now. It is mostly because she was there by my side from the moment we shook hands. Thank you so much, Monica Levavi and thank you to your awesome team!!! read more

Nancy Rubin did a great job with handling my divorce. Always cared very much for getting what I wanted and making sure the children were well-cared for. She did such a great job in fact that my ex-husband chose her when he needed to divorce his second wife! read more

I had an awful experience with Rubin & Levavi. Their "defense" of me in Family Court consisted of admitting guilt and contrition for what wasn't a crime, but rather an unchallenged perception. I became responsible for what a school staff person privately said to a student (characterizing me & describing the nature of an otherwise ambiguous "incident"). It mattered what the student thought, yet not where the prejudicial information came from, the unmonitored staff-to-student communication violating school procedures and qualifying as psychological child abuse. The attorney work-product gets high marks for effusive deference to authority. Lawyers should spot missing witness testimony (the number of actors different than the number of written statements). A friend of mine did (free), though too late. I like Nancy, and her daughter, Monica, but legally would only use them to establish an alibi. --------------- 01/29/15 - Reply to business owner's public response to me on January 27th ... In responding to my unfavorable Yelp review, Monica Levavi has discussed case details and possibly made it possible to identify me, conceivably breaching our attorney-client confidentiality. Yelp viewers will recognize the sudden burst of positive reviews here as damage control. My review sat alone for two months and now suddenly, in less than a week, a bunch of five-star reviews appear. I don't doubt the other reviewer's sincerity and I like Nancy and Monica, too. For me, though, their representation proved negligent and disastrous. Let's examine Monica's factual errors ... 1.) "We agreed to take on your case (when others wouldn't)." No. I was referred to them by another firm that lacked resources to take on an additional family law case. 2.) "You may recall that when you hired Nancy and me more than three years ago, you were not allowed to see your child." No, in fact the opposite. No restrictions existed on me seeing my daughter and I sought their help to impose order in a difficult co-parenting arrangement. 3.) "I was sad that our attorney/client relationship deteriorated so quickly - but as I told you then, I could not, in good conscious, continue to push an agenda that might not be in the best interest of the child." Who did they represent? Duties exist in an attorney-client relationship and Monica possibly adds new prejudice to earlier withdrawal-of-representation errors, when Nancy Rubin arrived in court 20 minutes late and, in front of the judge and opposing counsel, had me sign a representation release. This potentially violates several codes of professional conduct and, without doubt, damaged my case. The Family Law principle to put children first doesn't relieve attorneys of other mandated duties. Monica congratulates herself for pursuing a child's best interests, and yet didn't notice the missing testimony of a school staff person who had an hour to psychologically abuse my daughter. 4.) "You 'fell off the wagon' and turned against us - the very people who were trying to help you." I wasn't prohibited from drinking. I didn't endanger anyone. The subject is none of Monica's business, least of all to discuss at Yelp. Conclusion - I don't know why Monica gets basic facts wrong. I doubt that she or Nancy intentionally deceive. Sometimes they may not listen closely enough. I'm certain of my facts and now know an additional one, that Monica doesn't confirm details before speaking. I hope in time that my bad review becomes a rare anomaly that people can safely dismiss. Nancy and Monica are nice people and their practice does more good than harm. Personally, I don't want lawyers deciding for me what's best and "nice" isn't the main quality I seek from attorneys. Peter read more

I met with Nancy for a consultation around a family legal issue. I found her helpful and straightforward, and she gave me some useful information even on how to resolve the issue without litigation. read more

I never expected to require the services of a divorce & family law attorney, but I'm certainly glad that I was referred to Monica Levavi. I contacted Monica on the referral of another attorney and from our first meeting I knew that I was in the hands of a highly skilled attorney and an overall compassionate person. She listened to me, provided clear and guided expertise and expressed an elevated degree of empathy throughout my lengthy and unexpectedly complicated divorce. Monica was in my corner during every turn of the proceedings and her competence of family law was consistently demonstrated. Needless to say, I am grateful to have been able to retain the services of Monica and the team at Rubin & Levavi. read more

Two important things in life I've learned: a good doctor and a good lawyer. We'd like to think we'll never need their services, but then life happens. Nancy Rubin is truly a master at her skill as a family law attorney, and she has successfully mentored her daughter Monica Levavi with the same gift. Nancy is honest, caring, compassionate in her approach and is able to bring reason into the picture very effectively when emotions are high. She assisted me in my case and I would not hesitate to recommend her, or her daughter, for divorce & family law attorney representation. Very happy with my choice!!! read more

When I walked into Nancy and Monica's office, I felt stuck in an incredibly hopeless circumstance. After speaking with them for more than two hours (which I was not billed for) I felt cautiously optimistic and decided to go with them. Although I did not know it at the time, it turned out to be one of the best decisions I have ever made for me and, more importantly, my children. After being the primary caregiver of my two children, I was being denied custodial rights and my right to occupy my home. I interviewed several attorneys before Monica and Nancy, but they were the only ones who had an immediate plan. By that night, my children were back with me and by the next morning we had filed papers with the court. My divorce was contentious, but Nancy and Monica guided me through it the whole way. Their communication was excellent and their concern was always with the long term health of my children and me. In the end, they were able to make sure we got everything we were entitled to. Going through a divorce is a miserable experience, but Monica and Nancy were able to take care of the practical things that are necessary for future stability. Thanks to them, my children and I have been able to build a happy life. read more

Nancy and Monica are amazing! They bring enormous skill and humanity to their work. They guided, supported, and fought for me at every stage of my very contentious custody litigation. And they helped me maintain my sanity throughout. Their advice and approach were keenly strategic. I have no doubt their hard work and passionate commitment preserved my parental rights. In the process, I realized how consequential good lawyers are in the family court system! Nancy and Monica are the best. read more

I'm a happy person post divorce. The reason I'm happy has everything to do with Monica, Nancy and the team at Rubin & Levavi. I have 50/50 custody of my two boys and a reasonable settlement with my ex wife. I came to them with a very desperate and unfair situation on my hands. I was lost on how to stop what was happening to me and how get things turned around. Even on the scale of rough divorce stories mine was a doozy. Monica and Nancy took me in, cared for me like family and passionately fought for me and my children. They were always thinking a few steps ahead and were ready and confident with their strategy. We adjusted when we needed to, fought softly when it was appropriate and stood firm on the things that really mattered. I'm two years past my separation and can look back and see the roadmap they created. My life now, the happiness I have is because of their work. They are smart, compassionate and very aggressive. My whole family feels very lucky to have them in our corner. I can't recommend them highly enough. read more

I had the privilege of having Nancy and Monica represent me in my custody case. These two are very hard working and diligent in their defense. Nancy and Monica helped me protect my 4 year old daughter from a mentally unstable and abusive 'father' who had the nerve to serve me with custody papers. These women were there for me every step of the way and made me a priority. They were available 24 hours a day if I needed them urgently. They were professional yet caring the entire time. Family court is not an easy process to go thru however I was able rest assured Nancy was doing everything in her power to ensure the welfare of my daughter. These two women kick butt in court and would highly recommend them to anyone who needs a great family law attorney. read more

Rubin and Levavi are a 5 STAR firm. I walked into their office with despair and no hope. I only saw my daughter hours in a week. In less then a year I am a very happy father with 50/50 custody of my daughter. I HOWL with joy. Two things a person should get if going through a child custody fight. 1. A good lawyer like Rubin and Levavi. 2. A copy of Dante's The Inferno. Rubin and Levavi were my Virgil. They keep me strong during a very tough legal process. read more

I wish I could give them more than these stars as I walked into a family when I walked into their office and was treated with great respect care and love. It was a time in my life that I never want to look back at expect that it was a time that I got to meet to wonderful ladies. Nancy always listened to me as well as her staff. Monica was always there supporting and listening as well. No matter what track the other side took Nancy and Monica always stayed on the right track. If you want people who will stand by you and people who are honest and will not take underhanded or dirty moves these lawyer are the ones to go with. They stand for the family and the honest right way to go. I can never say enough good things about Rubin & Levavi. read more

Although you never want to find yourself needing help like 'this' you do appreciate having an honest, empathetic and experienced ear. I found that 110% with Monica Levavi. Monica was an impressive listener (unlike most, who interrupt to let you know how they can 'handle that'....an obvious ploy to get your retainer). She must have taken really good notes because she seemed to get my background the first time. This helped me feel like she understood the particulars and wasn't going to offer her recommendations in a cookie cutter kind of way. She came across as very experienced from a legal perspective but never in a snooty way...just really capable and available. Monica shared that she was a parent herself and approached things with an utmost respect for kids and parents. Don't get me wrong...we didn't hold hands and sing Kumbaya; she's tough as nails when she needs to be and that's who you want representing you. read more

After 11 hard years and two extensive rounds of legal action with other attorneys, I finally got the support I needed to make a difference for my daughters custody situation with her mother. I hired Monica and Nancy with an existing 50/50 time share but was seeking more. I've never felt more equality and support from legal counsel. My initial consultation wasn't rushed and we took all the time we needed to lay the facts out on the table. I was fortunate enough to have *both* Monica and Nancy work on my case and represent me - for a single hourly rate. They are smart, strategic, fair and very reasonable. The result for my case was beyond my expectations and, because it was resolved in a timely manner, the cost was very modest. I've since referred many people to their firm and will continue to do so. I am so very grateful for the difference they made in our families lives. My only regret is that I didn't find them sooner. read more

Amid a child custody "battle" I didn't see coming I was referred to Rubin & Levavi. If you haven't heard or don't know the reality of what family court is truly like you are going to need a competent experienced lawyer who knows the lay of the land and will not back down from pursuing what is best for your child. Monica and Nancy have advocated for me and most importantly my child to make sure the "best interest of the child" is the final outcome. If you are dealing with a narcissistic adversarial "ex" then you need these lawyers on your side. There's nothing they haven't seen or heard and they not only know the law but they spot the "shady" tactics and know when and how to respond in an ethical manner. They have kept me sane and grounded in an atmosphere that has been nothing less then contentious, keeping me focused on what needs to be done and I have no doubt that at the end of it all, not only am I learning from their example of how to be a strong advocate for my child since this nightmare began, but I will be able to move forward and raise my son in a loving caring safe environment like every child deserves. read more