I've been meaning to do some estate planning for years and have even spoken with other attorneys…read moreabout it, but Angie was the only person who demystified the process for me. We met once to game-plan, she drafted the documents and sent them electronically (encrypted) for review, we finalized them, and then we met again to sign everything. She recorded them with the county, provided electronic and physical copies of all the signed docs immediately, and we're all set now. I'm glad it's finally done and everything is written out so that we shouldn't have to update anything unless our wishes change. I have a legal insurance plan, which made getting a trust, will, power of attorney and medical directives executed at a very reasonable rate.

Engaged the services of Atty Elquist as part of the benefits from work. Couldn't be more pleased. I…read morepreviously spoke with another attorney on our plan and so glad I decided to find another option. Attorney Elquist helped us set up a Trust, Powers of Attorney for Health and Finances for both me and my husband, and couple other related documents. She was very organized and made what an otherwise complicated process smooth and easy to understand. She kept an open line of communication throughout and answered our questions in a timely manner. After the first meeting in person, we did everything else through email and only met again to sign the documents. She understood our time constraints and so she had everything ready to go and we finished everything during our lunch break. Having all these legal documents completed can be a daunting task so I'm very glad to have Atty Elquist to guide us throughout the process. I highly encourage everyone to (1) have the necessary legal papers in place; (2) check if this is something offered through work. The fees can be pricey (at least $2k), so having work cover part of it is a great benefit to take advantage of,; and (3) contact Atty Elquist for a consultation. Each family has different needs but she will be happy to walk you through what documents you need to have in place. I highly recommend!

Ms. Caffaratti represented my abuser in court proceedings. In that role, motions were filed that…read moreresulted in protective orders being dropped and required continued interaction with my abuser. Those outcomes were extremely harmful and retraumatizing for me. As a survivor of severe domestic violence, I have suffered life-altering physical injuries, including a double mastectomy due to blunt force trauma, removal of a significant portion of my chest cavity, and years of physical therapy related to neck injuries and nodules resulting from repeated strangulation. The legal outcomes in this case directly impacted my sense of safety while I was still coping with these serious medical consequences. I was 8 month pregnant when Ms. Caffaratti began assisting my domestic abuser. Based on my experience, I believe this advocacy showed a willingness to push ethical boundaries without adequate consideration for the real-world impact on survivors of abuse. This review reflects my perspective as someone directly affected by those legal actions.

Morgan is an outstanding attorney who truly cares about her clients and their cases. She is…read moreincredibly accessible, providing guidance and answering questions almost around the clock. Her expertise, combined with her personable approach, sets her apart--she isn't just a typical attorney, she genuinely invests in her clients' outcomes. I cannot recommend her enough!!

Patricia was wonderful, caring and extremely thorough in taking care of our family trust…read more Thank you Patricia!!!

I hired Patricia Halstead in January 2025 to move my legal case forward by scheduling a court date…read more Despite paying a $2,000 retainer and clearly stating my goal for a quick, conflict-free resolution, her approach proved to be inefficient, unresponsive, and misaligned with my priorities. I encountered several issues: 1. Unnecessary Escalation and Wasted Fees: Instead of scheduling a hearing, she sent an aggressive letter that I questioned. That she never followed through with the deadline she set on 2/28. This wasted time and money. I was billed $1,400 for the letter, $800 for a hostile phone call, and hundreds more for administrative tasks. 2. Lack of Progress: After filing a notice in January, no substantial work was done for months and zero documents were filed on my case. Once I terminated her services(4/28), the case started moving the next day. Also Once I requested her removal from my case, no action was taken for an entire day. I proceeded to file the notice of withdrawal myself and within minutes, Ms. Halstead began filing unnecessary documents under my case, which she continued the following day. She has since sent me emails justifying her filings despite confirmation from the courthouse that they were indeed unnecessary. 3. Misleading Billing Practices: My final bill totaled $4,684.62. Instead of refunding the unused portion of my $2,000 retainer, her office applied a "credit" to create the illusion of a discount. 4. Unprofessional Conduct: Ms. Halstead responded with hostility to a routine inquiry and billed me $800 for the call. Advice for Potential Clients: - Request flat fees or capped billing for specific tasks. - Ask for detailed, frequent invoices to monitor costs. - Ensure the attorney's approach aligns with your goals. - Document all communication and be cautious of unethical behavior. I regret that a straightforward task became months of delays, conflict, and excessive charges. Please learn from my experience and proceed cautiously when considering Patricia Halstead's legal services.

Ms. Amato is well organised and she is knowledgeable and responsive. She is a helpful estate…read moreplanner and I recommend her. - Kevin Tierney

Samantha was highly recommended for what I needed from our insurance company…read more I called and explained that I needed several documents done and within a month. She provided the documents and all done in under a month. She is highly efficient and knows her stuff because I didn't know what documents I needed but she knew EXACTLY what I was talking about. We really appreciate her and highly recommend Samantha handle your business.

I left my review too soon. Emailed Elaine to call this evening, she confirmed. Texted her at 7pm…read morethat I am walking the dogs til 730pm. It is now 8:30pm, NO CALL!!! Beware of her comments to sell you her business propositions, record everything. We opted for the higher priced option and DID NOT receive the higher level service and lifetime updates!!! The initial setup and creation of my trust was seamless and straight forward. Elaine's statement of "pay now and have a lifetime of updates" should have been recorded by cell phone and on paper. The definition of updates needs to be defined and expanded upon when the statement is made and recorded. After I started to transfer bank accounts, real estate, and stock portfolios to the trust, the agencies started to contact my trustees 3rd down on my trust succession. I tried to get a permit to fix my HVAC unit and the county said that my successors had to authorize and sign the paperwork. The assessors office and the tax office in Sonoma County started to input my trust successors as the current responsible parties of my property. I called Elaine and she said all documentation is correct, but the "translation" of legalese to everyone else in the world did not put my trust into action, the entire succession of survivors skipped my intended order and all the county and bank documents are screwed up. Emailed Elaine several times to have her explain the situation...she said everything is working correctly and the paperwork is fine. The understanding and perception of everyone reading the "Trust Transfer Deed" does not follow what I want, asking Elaine what can be done, ended up no where but to pay more to update something, when we were told free updates for something in the past. Photographic memory to what was discussed and seen is critical working as a physician, but that memory clip was deleted from Elaine's records and now I have to pay for any updates or changes. Record all meetings so you can have evidence of her statements.

Our family hired The Andrews Law Firm for estate planning and trust administration. Elaine did a…read morefantastic job. She is knowledgeable, professional and easy to work with. She resolved our very complex matter easily and expertly; and she did so without involving us in litigation which was pending when we met her. We highly recommend her for all your estate planning and trust administration needs!

Yesterday I met with Attorney Jennifer Mahe in Carson City for a consultation which by the way was…read morethe most affordable .Attorney Mahe is very welcoming and our meeting was extremely detailed and professional. I would highly recommend her if you find yourself in need of a highly qualified attorney, so sugar coating, she cuts right to the chase

Mahe is an Amazing lawyer. Her fees are reasonable and is the most honest lawyer I have ever met. I…read morehighly recommend her.

I recently spoke with [Lawyer's Name], and I'm incredibly grateful for the care and professionalism…read moreshe showed during a very difficult situation involving my daughter. She took time she truly didn't have to listen and guide me, and as a mother herself, she showed a level of understanding and empathy that most lawyers simply don't possess. I felt heard, supported, and genuinely cared for--not just like another case. Her compassion and willingness to help made a lasting impact, and I would highly recommend her to anyone in need of a dedicated and truly empathetic attorney.

Worst attorney ever. Ran up my bill and then removed her self from my case right before my…read moresettlement hearing due to it being a potential financial burden due to 3 motions needing to be filled on my X Tyrell in addition to the settlement hearing scheduled.

Made a home visit as I am elderly and have no transportation. Did everything I asked: removed my…read morelate husband from the house trust (after putting it back in. It was apparently taken out when we refinanced a few years ago), added my three children, quickly, efficiently. Friendly, Professional. The cost was absolutely reasonable.

Excellent service and customer care. They explained everything so well and helped me with…read moreeverything I needed. I highly recommend!!