Hannah passed me off to an associate, very slow very unresponsive, I had a time sensitive case…read moreand I was willing to pay extra, she charged more than any other attorney, but never acted until I called, total waste of money for nothing, I to am a veteran, she is not your attorney if you want to settle an estate, I got alot of calls on distribution date because Hannah Sargent did not do what I hired her to do, I fired her and went with a cheaper but efficient attorney MARK S

I'd work with Hannah again for any case she'd accept…read more In 2016 Hannah and I incorporated a 501.c3 nonprofit. My friends were thrilled that I took on the project. Hannah made it pretty easy for me. Later, Hannah reviewed a real estate contract. She broadened my thinking about the deal and implications of various clauses. She gave clear, insightful ideas and sent me away with things to research In 2018 I looked for a trust attorney and wanted to work with Hannah. She was too busy to take my case, but she quickly reviewed some paperwork on a weekend, answered a few questions, and saved me from sleepless nights. Hannah referred me to a great attorney so I felt well cared for, even if I couldn't work directly with her. She's made legal stuff understandable and actionable. It's a bonus that Hannah's brilliant, organized and nice. If you need a lawyer with Hannahs's specialties, I highly recommend contacting Hannah.

On a friend's recommendation, I hired Deb Graceffa, Esq. from…read more Gargalicana/Graceffa LLP as my lawyer for an Owner Move In eviction and lawsuit against a former landlord. Deb helped me navigate the original OMI notice, and a year later (when I found out the landlord did not move in) Deb represented me in the lawsuit. Lawsuits are scary- Whether you are a plaintiff or defendant. Deb took the time to walk me through the process and explain what would happen with each twist and turn. She was working on a contingency of the lawsuit earnings, and I had to pay for the admin costs. Before moving forward with a private investigator or paperwork, She checked in with me and got my approval of the estimated expenses. I really appreciated this! Deb is whip smart and really knows her stuff. As a landlord and tenant, she knows both sides equally well. In my deposition, I watched her alter her tone, behavior and emotions to get information from the defendant, witnesses and lawyer. Depending on the need, she can be friendly and understanding or forceful and aggressive. She cared about getting justice for me and my case. My lawsuit was settled during mediation with a payment in my favor. Even at the end, Deb was able to negotiate a little bit more- she definitely earned her contingency! Paperwork and payment was prompt as well! I highly recommend Deb Graceffa and Gargalicana/Graceffa LLP. They transformed a very stressful, victimized period of my past into a positive, empowering step toward my future.

Rowena and Deb helped me through one of the darkest and most challenging times in my life. I was…read moreconnected to them through a colleague/friend, and I am beyond grateful that they were able to take on my civil/family law case. I had searched high and low for Bay Area family law attorneys with experience in domestic violence cases AND civil cases involving real estate between LGBTQ partners. They were the ONLY firm in which I felt I could place my complete trust, and they passionately advocated for the best results possible. Rowena was steps ahead every time throughout the process, reassuring, and compassionate. This review doesn't do them justice, but they helped me find that (justice!) in a system that too often rewards and empowers abusers.

After searching for estate planning attorneys for quite a while, I found Nerisha on Yelp...and I'm…read moreso glad I did. I was helping my parents find an attorney they'd feel comfortable with, and she was exactly that. Nerisha was incredibly responsive and always made time for our questions. Her warm, understanding approach put my parents at ease, and her knowledge and approachability made a difficult process feel manageable. After years of trying to help my parents get their affairs in order, it's such a relief to finally have it done...and done in a reasonable amount of time, with a process that felt smooth every step of the way. Don't look any further. I'd recommend Nerisha to friends and family in a heartbeat.

I'm so glad I found Nerisha on Yelp because she's the only one that I felt was perfect do my living…read moretrust with. Including all the 5 star reviews as proof. I had a video consultation with her where she told me the process and procedures for a living trust for a single individual. She answered all my questions and made it easy to understand. Stress and confusion drastically faded as we moved closer to the finish line. It took almost 3 months to complete, but that's a real good timeframe. Especially when I'm busy with my kids, I had to find the right time to schedule our meetings. I had one consultation via zoom, two zoom meetings, then in person signing. I really like how Nerisha made the process very simple and educated me on everything that was included in the living trust package. The price was fair, if you need to get a living trust done-- do it now! Don't wait like I did because it'll only get more expensive. She's a very sweet and knowledgeable woman. I love how professional she is while being a friendly face with empathy. I will definitely recommend her to all my friends! I can't wait to receive everything in the mail and officially be done adulting!

When I reached out to Norah, I was facing an urgent and high-stakes custody hearing. She stepped in…read morelate in the day, quickly understood the complexity of the situation, and immediately got to work. Despite the time pressure, she provided me with a clear, strategic courtroom script that helped me stay focused and preserve critical issues on the record. As someone who has been navigating this process pro se, going up against an extremely litigious opposing party and what feels like a very father-leaning courtroom dynamic, Norah has been the edge I needed. She is sharp, strategic, and deeply knowledgeable -- but what sets her apart is that she combines that precision with empathy. She doesn't minimize your situation or default to "well, this is what you signed up for." She meets the facts head-on and builds a plan. Norah is astute, composed, and tactically thoughtful. She understands both the legal framework and the human dynamics of family court. If you need someone who can move quickly, think clearly under pressure, and equip you with strategy rather than platitudes, she is that lawyer.

Norah was super helpful and very friendly. She was very thorough on giving me the information that…read moreI needed with my case and reassuring. I highly recommend her.

I am beyond grateful that Dorothy was recommended to me. I reached out the very same day, and…read morewithin an hour she personally called me back. From day one, I have never once doubted having Dorothy by my side. No second guessing, and no uncertainty. I trust this woman completely. As a mother, navigating a difficult child custody case while trying to protect and advocate for my son has been one of the most emotionally draining and heartbreaking experiences of my life. There were moments where I felt overwhelmed, exhausted, scared, and emotionally worn down trying to balance court, parenting, work, and simply holding myself together through it all. Dorothy never once made me feel like I had to carry that weight alone. What truly sets Dorothy apart is that she does not treat you like "just another client." She takes the time to genuinely know you as a person, your life, your family, your fears, your goals as a parent, and what truly matters to you and your children. She understood that this was not just a legal case to me. This was my child, my family, my everyday life, and my future as a mother. Every conversation, every hearing, every late-night worry answered through an email, and every difficult moment throughout this process has shown me how deeply invested Dorothy is in helping her clients and protecting families. She fights for you with the same passion and dedication as if your case were her own. In moments where I felt emotionally defeated or uncertain, Dorothy helped me feel grounded, reassured, and supported. Dorothy is honest, compassionate, incredibly knowledgeable, and always responsive. During such a long and emotionally exhausting custody case, having an attorney who communicates in a timely manner and consistently stands beside you makes all the difference. Her professionalism and courtroom experience are undeniable, but it is her heart, dedication, and genuine care for people that truly make her exceptional. You can tell this firm is built on integrity and compassion. Her husband, Matthew Losinski, has also always been extremely welcoming, kind, and professional whenever I've visited the office. You immediately feel comfortable walking through their doors. It truly feels like a family-oriented law firm that understands the human side of family law, not just the legal side. As a parent, putting your trust in someone during one of the hardest periods of your life is not easy. But I can honestly say Dorothy made me feel heard, protected, supported, and never alone! If you are looking for an attorney who will genuinely care, fight tirelessly for you, guide you honestly, and stand beside you through one of the hardest times in your life, I wholeheartedly recommend Dorothy Chow-Losinski and Matthew Losinski.

Dorothy is a wonderful attorney. I have had a previous very bad interaction with an attorney who…read morewas just in it for the money and charged me so much for doing nothing. Dorothy is not this. She always had honest talks with me about what was worth doing on my own to not incur charges with her and she fought very well in court. She is extremely well prepped and will fight hard for your cause. 100% will be using again (as family law never ends, does it?)

Steve, Joelle, and Eric have been our trusted advisors for over two decades. Eric recently helped…read moreus restate our living trust, delivering nothing short of excellent service. He worked relentlessly with us to revise every fine detail, patiently presenting the pros and cons of different structural arrangements so we could make informed decisions. Eric has a rare gift for breaking down complex real estate tax strategies into clear, actionable steps. Throughout the entire process, his patience and courtesy were unmatched. Thank you all for your continued guidance and the invaluable peace of mind you provide!

Eric Davidson is one of the very best estate planner attorney in the whole Bay Area, friendly and…read morewas very easy to talk to. He took time explained in every little details of the process, if you're looking for someone knowledgeable and trustworthy then look no further. Davidson Estate Law office's very conveniently located in the heart of downtown of Oakland. Thank you for all of your help to prepared our family's Living Trust, would definitely recommended! Thinh Le & Cuong Hoang

Mae has been my estate attorney for many years. She is super knowledgeable, while at the same time…read morepractical and pragmatic. She provides great feedback and advice. Her fees are very reasonable. I highly recommend. A great estate and trust attorney.

Back in 2013 during period of time when my elderly Mothers health had declined to the point she…read moreneeded additional care, financial support, and future possible skilled care needs. A family friend had suggested reaching out to Kathleen Day-Seiter to discuss Elder Law, Trusts and Estate planning. Kass meet with my Mom, brother and I to discuss our needs and options, including use of a trust and applying for Medi-Cal to have if needed for additional care needs of my mom. In 2020 Kass guided our family through the process of closing the trust and estate after Moms passing. Later, my wife and I again meet with both Kass and Thomas and were again very helpful with our estate planning, including helping to create our wills, trust, power of attorney for my wife and I, including documentation of our future wishes such as end of like care and after our passing to reduce this burden on our children. Thank you both for all you help and support over the past many years. Chris & Sandra

Attorney Day-Seiter has all of the characteristics a client would want in an attorney. She's deeply…read moreknowledgable, an excellent communicator, diligent and thorough, and a zealous advocate. She sets expectations appropriately, and if her clients do as she instructs, my guess is that her success rate is exceptionally high. She was recommended to me by a retiring lawyer who led this field for many years and he endorsed her wholeheartedly. (I had also tried a couple of other lawyers initially who did not have the superb communication skills and experience that Day-Seiter has.) As a client who had a complicated case and needed a lot of Attorney Day-Seiter's time and expertise, I can similarly recommend her services without hesitation. If you need help with what she does, you should not hesitate to hire her.