I engaged the assistance of Laura Mazza in 2024 when I was terminated by my former employer and…read moreoffered a one sided severance agreement. I was concerned about finding an attorney online but could not have been more impressed and completely satisfied with her guidance and depth of knowledge. Laura Mazza guided me through the process which led to an extremely good agreement Fast forward, two years when I started to receive medical bills from 2024 which should have been paid. I posed a question to Laura Mazza about the agreement. Her response was quick and very helpful. I highly recommend Laura Mazza and this firm. I continue to be impressed.

Katie was responsive and answered all my questions in evaluating a new employee agreement. She…read morecalled out transparently what is out of her scope. Fees were communicated upfront which was helpful when compared other businesses. I recommend this firm.

Honest, hard working and knowledgeable. I've used him on 2 separate occasions and highly recommend…read morehim.

If a divorce can ever be a dream, Robert Menache is as close as it ever comes. Yes, a very good…read moredream! Robert Menache is impressively professional, experienced, intelligent, knowledgeable, high integrity, calm, and meticulous. Happily, Robert is gracious and kind too. You might think that you're better off with a mean, aggressive lawyer to represent you. Or a glitzy uptown law firm. Not so. The best, very smart, professional, experienced, focused lawyer gets the best results. And costs way less too. Mr. Menache is indeed the very best. He does what is exactly necessary to get the best fair result, without wasteful drama or grand-standing. He came through for me. Wonderfully! And it was a long hard case. I wouldn't want to go through another divorce. But if I did, I would definitely want Robert Menache to represent me. No question about it! I'd give Mr. Menache 6 stars if I could! Robert Menache actually *is* a dream lawyer. Big appreciations to this top professional.

Wonderful experience from start to finish. The reasonable fees sure were a plus. Very…read moreprofessional and would seek him out again if needed.

Tim Broderick is an outstanding attorney. Intelligent, knowledgeable, resourceful; genuine with his…read moreconcern and reassuring. I had a difficult, and personally painful, case. I consulted other lawyers who gave me little hope that promises would be honored, even though witnessed by many, nor any chance for redress. Years earlier I had naively signed a document, without reading or understanding its implications. Tim Broderick helped me to set realistic expectations and then he went on to win the case. I was despondent, scared, and angry. He listened and then presented workable ideas on how to proceed with my case. I appreciate his optimistic and sensible approach, always keeping me informed of my options. He let me know that there was help to get me through; and I wasn't alone. He has a great staff, they really shine! They listened, kept me on schedule, were prompt with all necessary work and documents, and helped me to stay focused and positive. (which was difficult) Best of all Tim helped me put a painful chapter of my life behind me. I find it difficult to convey how much I admire and appreciate him. Thank you, Tim Broderick, you're the Best!

Harvey Ziff promptly returned my call on Saturday during a 3-day weekend! He was kind and helpful,…read moreand referred me to an excellent colleague for my particular need. SO much appreciated!

Compassionate, Knowledgeable, and Reassuring -- Mr. Harvey Ziff is Outstanding!…read more I recently consulted Mr. Ziff regarding a very difficult situation involving my son's car accident. Mr. Ziff took the time to truly understand the details and provided calm, clear, and professional advice at a time when I felt overwhelmed and uncertain. He explained my potential civil liabilities in a way that was easy to understand, and most importantly, he assured me that my exposure was limited -- which allowed me to finally breathe easier. Mr. Ziff's experience and empathy really stood out. He didn't pressure me or push services; he just gave me the straight answers I needed. If you're looking for an injury lawyer who combines legal expertise with human decency, Harvey Ziff is the person you want in your corner. I can't recommend him highly enough!

Lauren was very thorough, knowledgeable, a great communicator with attention to detail. Very…read morepleased to work with her. Highly recommended.

Update: I have received a very courteous call from Lauren Rios after posting my review; she…read moreexplained their intake process and I suggested it would have been nice to hear something along the lines of "if your case can wait till the month of _________, we'd be happy to consider it at the time." Bumping my review by one star. After reading glorious reviews, Lauren Rios was my number one choice and the first attorney I contacted. The receptionist took down my personal details only to inform me right away that they are not accepting new clients at this time. I wasn't asked for any details of my situation to determine whether the firm has the expertise or the bandwidth to take on my case, now or in the future. This left me wondering whether my Jewish-sounding last name made them turn me away without any further consideration. After all, it would be enough to ask for a first name only in order to carry on a conversation.

My housemates and I were seeking legal advice regarding a dispute we've had with the…read morelandlord/property management team. Nicholas was patient in fully hearing out my situation before providing me with extremely helpful advice. He was easy to talk to and made sure explain concepts I wasn't familiar with. It's easy to tell that this is a capable attorney that truly cares about others. I'm grateful to them and would highly recommend The Jellins Group to anyone for their legal matters.

Nicholas was very helpful during a phone consultation. When I had a real estate issue I had message…read morehim over Yelp. He not only responded promptly, but also spent over 20 mins on a weekend to understand my issue and gave me very good advice.

Thought it was quite charming when reading the reviews. Answers his own phone, etc. The problem is…read more- he doesn't do so in a timely manner. Our former (now retired) lawyer in SF recommended him. We booked an appt a few weeks in advance. Left a message, called back a few days later to confirm. Spent time compiling everything we needed for today's visit, drove down & he was a no show. Couldn't reach him by phone. Tried calling 4 times & gave up & left. Finally called back & said he got "caught up" & didn't have our number. SO anticipated getting our will updated & created a trust & 8-1/2 hrs later still bummed. (

We used Arthur for our living will and trust. He was referred to us by our accountant. He is very…read moredown to earth and gives practical, straight-forward advice. He is responsive, answers his own phone and get stuff done quickly without BS. We'd use him again in a heartbeat... Quick note, he works in a small office by himself in no-frills office. No receptionist or fancy lobby.

We came to Golden State Trust with an idea of what we wanted but weren't entirely sure of the…read moreprocess. They guided us every step of the way, helped us think through scenarios we hadn't considered, and made everything easy to understand. They were incredibly responsive, personable, and made the entire process feel simple and stress-free. We highly recommend them!

Smooth and easy estate planning experience, with friendly and knowledgeable attorneys. Would…read moredefinitely recommend!

I paid an exorbitant fee for a family law consultation expecting legal insight, guidance, and at…read moreleast some willingness to discuss potential options. Instead, I left feeling like I had paid hundreds of dollars simply to be told that nothing could be done unless I retained the firm. I presented evidence of financial abuse and explained the circumstances surrounding my case, hoping for meaningful advice or direction. Rather than receiving any substantive assistance, I was met with what felt like indifference and a sales pitch for additional legal fees. The message was clear: unless I was prepared to spend even more money, my concerns were not worth addressing. I understand that attorneys are not obligated to represent every client, but charging premium consultation rates while offering virtually no practical guidance is difficult to justify. What made the experience particularly disappointing was the complete lack of empathy. Family law clients are often facing some of the most stressful and financially devastating situations of their lives. A little compassion and professionalism would go a long way. This consultation felt less like a legal service and more like an expensive screening process designed to determine whether additional fees could be collected. I left feeling dismissed, frustrated, and no closer to understanding my legal options than when I arrived. I would strongly encourage anyone considering this firm to ask exactly what they will receive during a paid consultation before spending their money. My experience was that the cost far exceeded the value provided. Better yet just ask CHATGPT yourself save your money.

This firm does not care about their client and here is my story. I chose FKKB because of their…read morewebsite touting their ability to handle high asset and complex divorce matters. My Husband and I had a start-up, formed in 2012, initially headquartered in Walnut Creek, CA. In Fall of 2014, my husband moved our HQ to Denver, CO. With teenagers and aging parents in CA, I had to fly back and forth, while my husband stayed in Denver. Our Company was our ONLY ASSET. In December of 2016, our company received a valuation of $4 billion. I filed for divorce in February 2017 due to a health issue caused by the toll of having to fly back and forth all the time. When I filed, I worked with another firm. But, by June of 2017, I realized that first attorney was out of his depth. Within 4 months of filing, I then switched to FKKB based on my internet search. My husband was an MBA JD, but never practiced law. I told FKKB that he was smart and that they needed to get a jump on him. As soon as I filed, I was fired from our company, which was standard. Instead of a good salary for part-time work, now, I received unemployment in the amount of $2400/mo. With the first Attny my initial spousal support award was $8500/mo, based on my husband's salary of $28,000/month. The Spousal Support order was not 'permanent', but could be modified. Within 6 months of hiring FKKB, my husband permanently stopped paying any spousal support at all, forcing me to move again for the second time since filing. Could FKKB see the error in the support order and move to make it 'permanent'. Nope. During the course of their representation, when FKKB finally requested financial documents from our company in Denver (the only asset we had), we received a letter from Denver counsel that we had no jurisdiction, there. FKKB failed by not immediately getting local Denver Co-Counsel. So the complexity, in part, required action in Denver, which FKKB never asserted. If they are 'sophisticated', they should have anticipated a jurisdictional issue. For the next two years, through a series of strategic maneuvers, my husband outplayed FKKB and dumped our company into the bankruptcy court in April of 2019, just so I would get nothing. He continues to work, but now has a newly formed company, of which I am not a part. That was the objective. I told FKKB what he would do. I was married to him for 17 years. I knew his M.O. In the end, I got nothing. Even the $250,000 in spousal support arrears were erased, because they were not made permanent. Though I am not sure a 'permanent' order would have solidified the arrears, I think it would have been harder to erase them, especially since he never filed anything to reduce them. I spent all I had on these attorneys, which might not seem like a lot of money, but with no support, I spent $165,000 in fees to FKKB. I ran out of money in December of 2018. In my last meeting with FKKB, Partner Rolf Kruger said to me that my husband was the worst guy he'd ever seen, and that if I wanted to get my millions, I should just write a book. So my husband, who is not certified in family law, and never practiced law, was much more sophisticated in a divorce matter than FKKB. My husband out-maneuvered FKKB. So what does 'Complex' mean on their website? To me, 'complex' means, 'no matter where the money is hidden, even internationally, we'll find it and get it.' How good were they? What did I get for $165,000? Not one thing. At 60, I returned to the job market just to pay my bills. In June of 2020 I had to represent myself in an in-person, 8-hour divorce trial. I phoned FKKB to ask if they would please read my trial brief, which I had written, and I would pay them for their time. I spoke to Rolf Kruger. He said, "No, we're done with this matter". Nice. I would never recommend this firm. They only cared about earning fees, and never took my best interest to heart . As a client, I am smart, respectful, and deferential. I am not unstable. I don't take any prescription drugs. I was not bothersome to them, except that even I could see how inadequate their representation was, especially with regard to Colorado, and tried to convey the urgency. My warnings fell on deaf ears, and my worst fears were realized.

Last year, my spouse and I needed to set up our estate plan, and were encouraged by a previous…read moreclient of hers to contact Pratt Law. Word-of-mouth endorsement from a trusted friend was valuable to me, and so were the positive Yelp reviews I read when conducting my due diligence about Pratt Law. My experience was excellent, and my spouse and I came away from the process with a complete, organized estate plan, as well as a roadmap for getting all of our assets retitled into it. Analisa Pratt is an attentive, detail-oriented lawyer who treated our estate planning with the kind of granular analysis I previously thought only electron microscopes could perform. I, a person who habitually thinks and overthinks many scenarios, was awed/eclipsed by the sheer volume of life (and post-life) legal contingencies Analisa covered with us, step by step, in plain language that we could understand, offering us actionable decisions and their associated legal outcomes for probably everything two average people might experience in their lifetimes. Added bonus: I no longer have to overthink anything we covered in our estate plan, because it's all spelled out like a notarized Choose-Your-Own-Adventure book, less a few dragons. If you're considering creating an estate plan, I very highly recommend Analisa Pratt. I feel very confident in the work we did together, and very grateful for the diligence with which she conducted research, exchanged emails, filed forms, and prepared our meetings and our materials. I am thinking about the people who might read my review in the years to come, as you look for an estate planner, knowing that you are probably on some level wondering if planning your estate means you'll have to talk about *everything* that could happen in life and after, and how that might make you feel. Well, my spouse and I did have to talk about all of those things, and I feel so fortunate that we worked with Analisa, because she made it very easy and comfortable for us to do so. Her non-judgmental and warm treatment of us made me feel like helping us through this important life maintenance task was something about which she cared deeply. Estate planning is a subject about which I knew little, but felt I needed greatly. My spouse and I found Analisa to be so patient, so professional, and so committed to continuous learning about estate law, which made Pratt Law a great match for us. Thank you, Analisa!

My cousin has been trying to help my find a lawyer. She searched on Yelp and found Analisa Pratt…read more They had brief phone call on Monday, and Analisa sent us a long questionnaire which asks for all sorts of personal information that is dangerous to send via unencrypted SMTP email -- that's a common way that data breaches happen -- and says that she'll schedule a complimentary Zoom meeting. I wrote back on Monday and outlined the 3 points we need help with. No reply from Analisa. 2 days later I email Analisa to follow up. She asks for my phone number. I reply. Again nothing. 2.3 hours later I email to ask when I should expect her call so I'm ready. [I hate back & forth voicemail tag.] A few minutes later the phone rings, but when I stand up to answer it, I feel a bladder urgency and tell Analisa that I need to use the toilet and could I either put her on hold briefly, call he back, or have her call me back in 5 minutes. She sounds irritated and says she'll call me back. Then nothing. 18 minutes later I email Analisa to ask if she wanted me to call her. Who knows, perhaps I misheard her. I don't want to be waiting by the phone all day, I've got a lot on my plate currently. 8 minutes later Analisa emails me that she's not going to consider this matter, her schedule is completely booked with current clients. Gee, if that's the case and Analisa cannot take on new clients, why not say so up front? Why waste our time? I am concerned that this office does not seem to understand the security limitations of Internet based technology and does not want to use an encrypted secure document server to receive confidential information.