I found San Diego Divorce Lawyers through an online search. They were one of three firms I…read moreconsulted with to find the best fit. I chose SDDL because I appreciated the manner in which they explained the process to me, they weren't pushy and they were cost effective. I wanted a female representative and was paired with Andrella Gonzalez who was such a great fit for me. I was stressed and nervous and needed someone who was empathetic, listened to my concerns and advocated for me at every turn. That was Andrella. She was thorough, trustworthy and highly competent. Her assistant Kirsten was equally as easy to work with and helpful. The team made a challenging endeavor as smooth as possible. I highly recommend them.

I appreciated how patient and straightforward Puja was during my case evaluation. She made it clear…read morewhy she's often mentioned as one of the best divorce lawyers in San Diego.

She's amazing, good listener, good costumer service…read more Choosed best attorney to work in my case Thank you.

Marisa Freese took her time to listen to my situation with kindness, caring and expertise. I…read morehighly recommend her!

Julie took on a very complicated case when I hired her. I thought my case was daunting but she took…read moreit head on like a challenge. After I spent 3 months fighting CWS on my own during which I was given conflicting information, ignored, treated like a criminal, and told there was nothing to be done despite my proactive attempts to clear my name and do whatever they wanted for me to prove my kids were my topmost priority. Enter Julie, and this amazing woman accomplished within weeks what I had failed to do for months. And so very much more. She was able to have the finding changed despite having the deck stacked against us.

If you are researching attorneys to represent you for Family Law matters, you want someone who will…read moreadvocate for you and your children. You want Julie. I wish I had hired her when I first was dealing with Family Law issues, over 4 years ago. Her kind, confident, and fair dispute resolution technique will make you feel like you're her only case. She will make every attempt to resolve the issues between attorneys and mediation. However, if the other party wants to take a hard stance, she will take a stand for your best interest. She will advocate for a fair and reasonable outcome. With her representation, I was able to update my child custody agreement to include physical protection for my children, as well as improve the custody schedule and child support. My children are much happier, now. Thank you, Julie, for being there for me.

Meggin Hurlburt was amazing, I called her to get information about getting my divorce started and…read moreshe called me right away. She did all my paperwork via email and through phone conversation. which was nice because due to my work schedule it would've been hard for me to meet her during business hours. she made everything super super simple. She was able to explain to me step-by-step. What was going to happen throughout the time the divorce was taking process. Her prices are extremely reasonable. And she also was able to help me answer questions if I got paperwork. I will definitely recommend her to anyone that needs help regarding divorce, she is also pretty fast on getting everything done on time. I am extremely satisfied and I thank her so much for helping me through this time of need.

Meggin handled my divorce filling. Communication was easy and she explained everything. You…read moredon't need an attorney if you and your partner agree on most major things. I would highly recommend this company! Thank you!

Family law situations I'm sure are never pleasant and we had a particularly unique one. Lauren was…read moreprofessional, sharp, knowledgeable and definitely made me feel at ease knowing that my case was being worked on efficiently and with clear communication. She empathized and knew how sensitive the situation was for me and worked diligently to ensure we were ready for the hearing. When she spoke for me at my hearing, she presented my case in a way I could not have done on my own with all I had emotionally invested. She was thoughtful in her choice of words and her demeanor in court and was very well prepared. I couldn't be happier with the outcome and my representatives at Fair Cadora, because when it comes to fighting for what you love most in this world, you really can't put a price on it.

My experience was not a good one. After I submitted an outline of my situation to schedule a…read moreconsultation with an attorney, I was sent another form requesting more details. Instead of meeting with a lawyer, I received a call from a receptionist who, with no legal background, asked for more information about my case. I was told that in order to speak with an attorney and discuss the laws pertaining to my situation, I would first have to pay for their time. I can't recommend this firm. It felt unfair that I was expected to pay for a consultation just to understand the legal process of a divorce. I was never able to get clear information about how they would handle my case without paying them upfront.

I cannot recommend Avallone & Associates highly enough. Throughout my case, I felt informed,…read moresupported, and well represented. Communication was prompt, questions were answered thoroughly, and I always felt that my concerns were taken seriously. Kelli and her team were knowledgeable, professional, and strategic in their approach. They took the time to explain each step of the process and helped me navigate a extremely stressful situation with confidence. I am extremely grateful for their hard work and dedication and would not hesitate to recommend them to anyone seeking experienced legal representation, especially in a high-conflict custody case!

I cannot say enough wonderful things about Kelli and Haley. I've been a client of this firm for…read moreyears, and once again they exceeded every expectation when helping me renew my DVRO. From start to finish, they were professional, knowledgeable, and incredibly thorough. Most importantly, I felt heard, supported, and genuinely protected during a very vulnerable process. They took the time to explain everything clearly, prepared me for each step, and handled my case with both strength and compassion. If you are looking for a firm that stands by their clients long-term and delivers exceptional representation, I wholeheartedly recommend them.

Every saturday morning they have someone trim their grass and it's extremely loud. No one needs…read morethat at 7 am on a saturday. And it is most certainly not needed every Saturday. For those of us that work late hours, it is torture. Have not been able to sleep in on a saturday since I moved here.

If you are looking for a family law attorney, look no further than Lesa Christenson and the team at…read moreABC Family Law. I worked with her for about a year and a half in a very contentious custody battle. She is not only compassionate and deeply invested, but she also has the experience and sharp legal mind to get you good results. I would be happy to have her in my corner against any San Diego attorney in trial. She is well spoken, knowledgeable and a force to be reckoned with in court. I found her at all times to put the needs of my child, and myself above her own interests - she tried to save me money wherever possible, and delegated lighter tasks to her associates to keep the fees lower. She does not blow smoke - she is a realist and will tell you her honest assessment- good, bad or ugly. I always felt well informed of my options and in control of the process. I quickly found out that there are a couple different ways that attorneys operate in family law. Some use "shady" tricks or try to skirt the law. This is not the way Lesa and her team operate. You can be assured that they will represent you with integrity and do things the right way. I do believe that the sharp difference in approach by my attorney and that of opposing counsel was a helpful factor throughout the proceedings. It's so hard to really know what you are getting with an attorney before you are really in the thick of it, so I am so grateful to have been referred to Lesa. Multiple times during the process other third parties involved in the court system went out of their way to let me know that I had excellent representation when I told them who my lawyer was. It seems as though they have deservedly developed quite a strong reputation. Hiring a family law attorney is a massive investment - in the future of your family, and in many cases, financially as well. You owe it to yourself and your family to hire the best, and I believe that when it comes to family law in the San Diego area, there is none better than Lesa Christenson and ABC Family Law.

This review is long overdue. I hired Garwood Reeves for a family court custody trial, and I cannot…read moresay enough about how exceptional Lia Lorrick is. She stepped in on short notice and understood my case in a way that three prior attorneys from other firms could not. Lia is professional, extremely thorough, and highly strategic. She went head-to-head with a very experienced opposing attorney and executed with confidence and precision. Years later, I would still return to Lia for any legal matter without hesitation. Thank you as well to Mindy, Rebecca, and Casey for always taking my calls and offering support during an incredibly stressful time. I highly recommend the Garwood Reeves team.

I initially spoke with Emma (who was great during call). I asked to contact me once the retainer…read morewas exhausted since I am a single mom and not sure if I would have money to continue being represented. She agreed and said, they would contact me and would add a note on the file. That was the only reason why I went with the firm. I felt there was a mutual understanding so i decided to hire Garwood Reeves to represent me. When the retainer was exhausted, no one contacted me, they just sent a bill saying I owed them $$ XX since the retainer was exhausted. Invoices included inaccuracies. - they billed me for "calls" that did not occur. I keep screenshots of all of the calls to record the date and time. - 3 minute calls turned into .5 or more of billable work - 5 minute calls turned into 1 hour billable work. and that rate is at least $450 per hour After months of not talking, they sent me 2 additional invoices for services which I was not aware they were performing. I explained we hadn't talked for months and they had told me months ago we were done. And to top it off, a year later, I self-represented. They got wind I re-opened the case. they sent me a bill for over $2,000 for services I never approved. I was not even aware they were providing services for me. They never called me to discuss the matter. I am baffled. Luckily, I had an email from one year ago asking them to stop billing me (after the 2 invoice) and stop providing services. I am hoping they remove the bill from 2025 because I had specifically stated to stop providing services in 2024. This feels unethical. In hindsight, I feel misled by Emma Slattery so that I can be represented by Garwood. I feel taken advantage of. Also by looking at the several reviews, I am starting to see a pattern i believe that this is typical practice to rack up the billing. Either she is doing this because she's gaining commissions or she is practicing based on the company leadership. But regardless, it is not good. Several phone conversations that I had with her are null and void. She does not recall that I verbally told her several times to stop providing services in 2024. And then in 2025 I told her at least two times that I was self representing. Never did she mention that her company was working on my case . To it resulting in me getting invoiced for over $2000 for services that I was never aware of. My understanding is that we were done with them representing me in 2024.