OVER 75 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE

FAMILY LAW ATTORNEY

We are dedicated to assisting our clients with all of their
family’s law needs.

Carla L. Hartley
ABOUT US

Hartley Lamas Et Al.

At Hartley Lamas Et Al., we are family law attorneys dedicated to assisting our clients with all of their family’s law needs. We handle traditional family law issues like divorce, child custody and adoption. We are also skilled at representing clients in complicated matters such as military divorce, grandparents’ visitation rights, and child abduction cases, as well as complicated property issues including business valuation and the like.

Carla L. Hartley

FOUNDER

What We do

Areas of Legal Practice

Child Custody & Support

Child Custody and Support Attorney

Child Custody and Support Attorney

In any family conflict with children involved, the top priority is to ensure that those children have safe, stable homes...

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Divorce Attorney

Divorce Attorney

Divorce is never easy. If you are considering marital dissolution for reasons ranging from infidelity or domestic abuse to persistent...

Domestic Violence And Abuse

Domestic Violence And Abuse Attorneys

Domestic Violence And Abuse Attorneys

Dealing with divorce, or the possibility of divorce, is tension-filled, and this tension often leads to violence or the threat...

Elder Protection

Elder Law Attorneys

Elder Law Attorneys

People leading their lives based on Christian values or otherwise strong ethical principles are appalled by elder abuse in any...

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Adoption Attorneys

Adoption Attorneys

Adoption is the natural culmination of cases in which a non-parent has assumed the duties of care and custody of...

Why Choose us

Hartley Lamas Et Al. Approach

Quality

High-Quality Services

We are a close-knit unit dedicated to assisting our clients, focused on delivering high-quality legal services.

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Client-based Approach

We use a variety of tools in solving our clients' individual needs, advising, negotiating and litigating cases as needed to reach our clients' goals.

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Fight for Justice

Helping our clients obtain righteous and equitable results is the cornerstone of our legal practice.

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Attorney Experience

Over 75 Years of Combined Attorney Experience In Family Law Helping the afflicted and the oppressed obtain just, equitable results is the cornerstone.

Justica

Fight for Justice

Helping our clients obtain righteous and equitable results is the cornerstone of our legal practice.

Attorney

Attorney Experience

Over 75 Years of Combined Attorney Experience In Family Law Helping the afflicted and the oppressed obtain just, equitable results is the cornerstone

Meet Our Team

Hartley Lamas Et Al. Team

Carla Hartley View Profile

Carla L. Hartley

MANAGING PARTNER

Attorney Patricia Lamas View Profile

Patricia Lamas

PARTNER

Attorney John Castellano View Profile

John Castellano

PARTNER

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R. Benjamin Vojtik

ATTORNEY

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Kelly Clunan

SR. PARALEGAL

Carla Hartley View Profile

Carla L. Hartley

MANAGING PARTNER

Attorney Patricia Lamas View Profile

Patricia Lamas

PARTNER

Attorney John Castellano View Profile

John Castellano

PARTNER

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R. Benjamin Vojtik

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Kelly Clunan

SR. PARALEGAL

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TESTIMONIALS

Words From Clients

Ms. Hartley Lamas Et Al and her team are outstanding They are very professional and communicate well. Ms. Hartley is intelligent, caring attentive, and assertive. She handled my case better than I could have asked for. I have had to hire her to represent me twice and will only go to her for any of my custody issues. She is the best family law attorney, I am so thankful I was referred to her!

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Ildi R.
Camarillo, CA
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Carla Hartley is my attorney. Despite the stunningly stupid things that I did with my ex wife during our marriage (putting her name on deeds on property that I paid for etc.) Carla literally saved my retirement despite some overwhelming odds. My life could have been a financial disaster if I had gone to another attorney! In addition to being a great lawyer she is a warm, caring person - absolutely no arrogance. She is also very personable, actually the...

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Warren S.
Oxnard, CA
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Carla and her team are true professionals. They handled my case while I was located overseas and my spouse (now ex) is in another county. The communication between myself and her and her team were easy. Carla provided all necessary advises and answered my questions. From the moment that I hired their firm, stress level has gone down drastically because I knew that I am in good hands. Definitely worth hiring! I highly recommend Carla and her team for any...

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Theo M.
Frankfurt, Germany
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This law firm is fantastic! Me and my husband had three cases going on at once. (Termination of parental rights, step parent adoption, and custody) We knew going into this that this was going to cost allot. But it was worth every penny. Carla Hartley is very knowledge with what she does. Carla and her team are efficient and will make sure your case is handled right the first time.

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Natalie V.
Santa Paula, CA
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I am a client of Carla Harley and I have nothing but great things to say about this woman. She would rearrange her schedule so we could meet always told me exactly what i needed to do, and helped me keep a level head as I went through my divorce. She works quickly, efficiently, and thoroughly could not of gotten through my divorce without her and her great staff if you need a trustworthy lawyers then look no further

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Tiffany A.
Bakersfield, CA
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Hartley Lamas representing me in my divorce process. I was referred by a colleague who she represented in the past and was very impressed with her professionalism. I can say that I now share the same experience with my colleague. It was my first time seeking legal counsel but Carla was very personable and hold my hands with the right advice. I expressed to her what I wanted and she explained the process to me at great length. Yes, divorce...

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Mackenson M.
Bakersfield, CA
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Case closed! Carla Hartley and her firm are a true blessing to family law. Carla and her team since the very beginning approached my case diligently and swiftly. This was my second time having to hire a family law attorney and the first attorney left me wondering if they could have tried harder. This was never a concern of mine during or after working with Carla Hartley and her firm. It was refreshing to feel as if it wasn't just...

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Brock W.
Thousand Oaks, CA
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There aren't any words to describe this wonderful ,amazing, and brilliant woman! She is personable and non-judgemental. She was straight foward and honest. She directed me through the HARDEST time in my life. All she asked of me was to be honest and trust her to do her job. I did so and and she did her job, ABOVE AND BEYOND anything I asked of her. Carla is absolutely amazing and completely professional in all aspects.... I have never been...

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santina platt
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Carla Hartley and her firm has represented me in two different family law cases. Both times, Carla has been nothing short of amazing with her thoroughness, professionalism, and her ability to achieve the results she promised. Carla and Frances worked together on our most recent case, and they were both wonderful to work with. They kept us updated during the whole process, always responsive to emails and phone calls and most importantly, they listened to us and cared about our...

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Laura Young
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Best decision I could have ever made !!!! The first part of my review is a big Thankyou to Patricia lamas and her team experience responsive and just all around we'll worth it !!!! Without her and her teams guidance,support and legal aid threw this process I don’t know If it’s even possible to begin to imagine my hardships . I think it’s important to note that every individual case is unique in many ways And I believe this. Law...

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Alamillo Family
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Great firm with helpful and professional staff. They don't treat their clients as an opportunity to make money. They have true honest attorneys who works for their clients and handle different types of legal issues.

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Liam Noble
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Before I called Ms Hartley Lamas Et Al.’s office, I extensively researched best attorney in Ventura county and was impressed with Ms Hartley Lamas Et Al. The receptionist after consulting with Ms Hartley Lamas Et Al. was able to bring me in the same day after listening to my call of desperation and confusion about divorce process. When I met Ms Hartley Lamas Et Al., I felt an immediate relieve that I made the right decision to hire her for...

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Souha Ghafri
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In one of the darkest times of my life, Carla was definitely the light I needed. She was there for me 110% and fought for me and my best interests during the whole divorce process. Most of all, she understood the love I have for my Daughter and the importance of having and keeping a relationship with her as my ex-wife was trying her hardest to hinder it. She was recommended to me from a fellow active duty military member...

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dustin loftice
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Prior to contacting Hartley Lamas Et Al. I had consulted 5-6 other attorneys in Ventura County. At each consultation I learned the attorney’s fees and how said fees were calculated but I learned little to nothing about anything else so after each consultation I left feeling confused, defeated and hopeless... Carla Hartley was my saving grace. From the second my call was answered by HL staff, I felt a sense of relief. I was treated with kindness and understanding and...

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Mimi Moon
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After getting failed while trying to file my divorce documents on my own, I decided to hire a professional lawyer who could help me out with the overall process and it was worth hiring. If you are looking for a divorce lawyer who truly cares about the work he/she is doing for his clients then Hartley Lamas Et Al. Carla  Law is highly recommended. They won’t disappoint you and help you throughout the process!

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Callum Peters
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Sometimes you come across an attorney that truly cares about families. That is Carla. I hope when you read this review the first thing you do is make a phone call to her amazing staff. It will change your families life. My wife and I truly appreciate you Carla!

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Jeffrey H.
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Walking in Carla's office for the first time, I was warmly greeted by receptionist. Very clean, neat,and very professional atmosphere. I knew in The first few minutes that I was going to want Carla handling my very  difficult case. Right away she had a strong and confident demeanor, she gave me hope when I had lost all. Both , Carla And Pat handled my case and the communication between these to women was amazing. We were all on the same...

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Monet C.
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I was struggling for years representing myself trying to gain all parental rights of my daughter, until I met Bob, Debbie and Carla and that's when they saved my family. Using these wonderful attorneys was the best decision and investment I could have ever made. I gained all parental rights, and my husband who had been raising my daughter since she was a baby was finally able to adopt her and be the dad she deserved to have. I don't...

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Sally Wallace
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Carla is my attorney. Today she made a miracle happen. After fighting my family law case for 4 years with my former attorney, paying 30K and getting nowhere, she was able to settle my case. I was referred to her by another local attorney who did not want to take on my case. Carla made me feel comfortable and confident that she knew and understood all of the minutiae of family law. Carla and all of her staff are exceptionally...

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julie gathje
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I wanted to take the time to post this review because the hardest part of any legal action is finding an attorney who is honest, reputable, talented and concerned about their clients welfare. Going through reviews prior to choosing an attorney is tedious and you're never sure if they're real reviews and I assure you this is a real review from a real client of Carla Hartley's. I had met with several attorney's before I chose Carla. With other attorney's...

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Susan H.
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HIGHLY RECOMMENDED and OUTSTANDING Divorce Attorney Carla, was my divorce attorney in 2011. She helped me and my two teenage daughters during one of the most stressful times in my life. Carla, was very professional, caring and outstanding! I ended up with almost full custody of my daughters (they volunteered to stay with me full time as well). I retained my Navy retirement, my home and family. I couldnt of asked for a better outcome during my divorce. She, is...

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Randy Montrose
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I had a dispute with this law firm and Carla Hartley Lamas Et Al. took the time to go over the issue with me.

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Chanda Mallory
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We approached Hartley Lamas Et Al.  firm with our request to adopt our nephew. Our situation had some difficult hoops to jump through. During our consultation we immediately knew through Carlas knowledge and experience we wanted this firm to take on our case. Carla & Frances took the time to take explain our adoption process. They reassured us no case was too big or,tough. These attorneys have enormous confident. Our case closed out smoothly with no worries. We highly recommend...

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Lydia Delgado
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Best decision I could have ever made !!!! The first part of my review is a big Thankyou to Patricia lamas and her team experience responsive and just all around we'll worth it !!!! Without her and her teams  guidance,support  and legal aid threw this process I don't know If it's even possible to begin to imagine my  hardships . I think it's important to note that every individual case   is unique in many ways And I believe this....

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Mariah A.
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I've found my lawyer for the next 18 years. When I searched for top lawyers in Ventura, Yelp did not disappoint. This firm is incredible. In five years of being in the system (and 3 other lawyers) I've never experienced the level of professionalism and communication that I have here. They are a well oiled machine. When I called for a consult I was very clear that I was looking for someone that was aggressive and would collaborate and hear...

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Anna H.
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This is an excellent firm with incredibly helpful and caring staff.

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Josh Logue
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Very professional staff. To them the clients are actual people, not just an opportunity to make money. This is a highly ethical firm.

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David Bellos
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Great experience with a seasoned staff

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Mitzi R.
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I needed an exceptional attorney to obtain a move away order, handle revision of custody issues and ongoing financial support.  Carla Hartley is the best attorney - I trust her judgement, legal expertise, integrity and proven ability to get the job done.  There were extenuating circumstances in my case.  The case was not straight forward and there was significant opposition to accomplishing the end result, but Carla perseveres.  She advises, and if you follow that advice, justice will prevail. BC

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Berrie C.
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Before I called Ms Hartley's office, I extensively researched best attorney in Ventura county and was impressed with Ms Hartley. The receptionist after consulting with Ms Hartley was able to bring me in same day after listening to my call of desperation and confusion about divorce process. When I met Ms Hartley, I felt an immediate relieve that I made the right decision to hire her for my divorce case. Ms Hartley and staff were very welcoming, compassionate, empathetic and...

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Souha A.
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Patricia was amazing, although me and my wife decided to reconcile our differences. I think patricia has the drive and the motivation to fight and get justice for her clients. And what impressed me the most was her concern for our kids that they had what they needed from both of their parents.

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Elijah J.
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Carla is my attorney. Today she made a miracle happen. After fighting my family law case for 4 years with my former attorney, paying 30K and getting nowhere, she was able to settle my case. I was referred to her by another local attorney who did not want to take on my case. Carla made me feel comfortable and confident that she knew and understood all of the minutiae of family law. Carla and all of her staff are exceptionally...

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Julie G.
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Carla Hartley took care of my daughters divorce. The friendly environment helped my daughter feel at ease. Carla worked with my daughters schedule and made sure she understood everything that needed to be done regarding her divorce. Her compassionate spirit was evident as she walked my daughter through her divorce. She got things done quickly and efficiently. I highly recommended going to this law. You will not be disappointed.

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Brad S.
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From the moment I communicated with this law firm they provided me with the information I needed to keep my family safe. Going through a divorce can be scary and nerve-racking; however, Carla and her associates reassured me every step of the way. The hardest part in this situation is I, just like everyone else, at first expected this process to go quick and smoothly. Yet, through all the curve-balls thrown at us from the other side, this firm stood...

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Renee McIntire
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This firm is outstanding.

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Deborah Jurgensen
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Where do i begin.. For starters, Carla and her staff over at Hartley Lamas Et Al are so amazing. They truly care about you and always listen to your wants/needs. I have been in my step daughters life ever since she was 3 months old. In our case, my step daughter's biological father was not in her life whatsoever. My wife and i wanted to adopt my step daughter but did not know where to begin in something that required...

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Ricardo Najera
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Carla and her staff have been an impeccable team for my legal issues and incredibly empathetic to my situation. She is extremely efficient and very knowledgeable in all of the follow-through efforts as well. Even over a decade later, Carla took the time to express her interest in my current situation and provided me with all of the answers I required. I am indebted to her for all of the extra care and her listening ear.

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Rebecca Poda
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I appreciate Pat and Team for being in my corner through it all. The empathy and caring ways they showed in being by my side made the experience quite comforting. Thanks to their hardwork and dedication, my daughter and I get to live life together. No words can express the blessing. The journey of fatherhood continues. Pat and Team will forever be a part of our family. Thank you.

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Edwin Marinez
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Absolutely the best in the business. I have had a long professional relationship with this firm and I am grateful for their hard work!

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Stephanie H.
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In early 2020, after leaving the California court system with a feeling of being cast away, thrown out and discarded, it was recommended that I seek counsel to assist with my request to modify my child custody and visitation agreement from out of state. After doing some research, I knew that I needed a home run hitter in my corner. A firm that could navigate the troublesome waters of my particular situation. A team of professionals that would guide me...

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Mark G.
North Central Pensacola, Pensacola, FL
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We had a very complex termination of parental rights case that got caught up in all of COVID delays. Carla and her team despite many, many continuances from the other side and the court, were diligent to keep everyone focused and on task. Her strategy was solid from the beginning and we did prevail in the case. Her team is very responsive and also cognizant of spending your money by keeping communication on point. If you have a "family matters"...

Bill P.
Camarillo, CA
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I need to explain how amazing this woman is. I was led in a completely terrible direction with a awful lawyer in my custody arrangement from years ago. My old lawyer was late, never responded to me. Never mentioned she could help me with child support. Basically just ran up the costs for what? I'm not exactly sure. Not the case with Mrs. Hartley. She's a breath of fresh air. Her team and her do the work. In a matter...

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Jonelle K.
Chatsworth, CA
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Helping the afflicted and the oppressed obtain just, equitable results is the cornerstone of our legal practice. We are a close-knit unit dedicated to assisting our clients, focused on delivering high-quality legal services. We use a variety of tools in solving our clients’ individual needs, advising, negotiating and litigating cases as needed to reach our clients’ goals.

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