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From clients of our Palo Alto and Los Angeles offices. Below are recent five-star reviews in their own words.
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Ross Petersen
Very informative, clear spoken information and very polite. Thank you Marie.
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J M
Thank you so much to Bay Legal for providing guidance during our phone consultation. We were dealing with a contractor issue and needed advice, and Clarence Olson was extremely helpful and knowledgeable in construction law.
During our call, he outlined clear options to help us reach our goals, gave detailed advice on the specific problems we needed to address, and offered fresh perspectives on points we had been considering. I really appreciate Clarence Olson’s time, kindness, and willingness to assist further if needed! - G
bernadette castaneda
Attorney Maraj, Ashley made this process very easy for us. He was very attentive to our needs. Bay Legal , PC was. very clear with the process, and answered all our questions clearly.
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Anthony Caires
Marie impressed me by how quickly and thoroughly she understood all the situation details that I provided. Yes, Exceptional.
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Alan Natale
Marie was extremely helpful and explained the process and details well.
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jason smith
Mario has been great! Guiding me through the Intake process and keeping me calm during it all, can’t wait to speak to Mr Livingstone
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Abdalla
Leading up to my consultation, I honestly couldn't have been more satisfied. It took a bit of time to find a lawyer willing to listen to what I had to say about my hostile landlord situation. Clarence Olsen was very respectful and VERY patient. He truly did make me feel a lot safer and gave me a realistic and plausible vision of how my situation could work out. Not only that, but as a part-time student who works a lot, he was very aware and conscious of my financial limits and walked me through full transparency which I respect a ton. He is definitely the lawyer I will keep in touch with for future matters or any related situations. Thank you!
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Chica Freddy
The intake process was exceptionally well handled by Ms. Kaye, the Client Manager. She demonstrated a high level of professionalism, knowledge, patience, and genuine dedication to her work. We truly appreciate how she guided us throughout the process, making us feel comfortable and confident in sharing the details of our case.
Her ability to listen attentively, ask relevant questions, and explain everything clearly made the entire experience smooth, organized, and stress-free. She showed compassion, understanding, and a sincere willingness to help, which made a meaningful difference to us.
I would like to sincerely commend Ms. Kaye for her outstanding service and exceptional communication skills. She is truly an asset to the organization, and we are grateful for the care, respect, and professionalism she extended to us. **Thank you, Ms. Kaye, for making us feel heard, understood, and well supported throughout the intake process.** - G
Rafaella
Marie was great. She connected me with a lawyer promptly since we needed help on a short notice. Very helpful!
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Eirene A.
He gave us a clear explanation of complex topics such as Trust vs. Probate, clarified the roles like Trustee, Successor Trustee, Executor, and the Pour Over Will. Additionally, he gave us concrete and detailed instructions on how to process the title for future properties directly into the Trust or our own preference.
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S Vas
I was really glad I reached out to Bay legal to get some clarity on vesting questions. Wasn't sure the difference between a few of the options and Jacq when above and beyond to help explain and make sure I understood everything while writing it down. Great service is very professional would recommend!
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— Lee T.,
Marie was very helpful with getting the ball rolling with my case. Additionally, Clarence Olsen aided so incredibly much in the outcome of my case with my previous landlord. It was the best possible outcome I could have asked for, and without us having to go to court.
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Josey Z.
Jayson and Ashley have helped me tremendously with a construction dispute in which my previous general contractor demanded an unreasonable payment. Jayson quickly identified the key issues in the case and guided me through the entire process, advising me on the specific evidence needed to effectively challenge both the contractor and their attorney.
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Adam G.
He patiently listened to me and clearly explained two paths that I could take regarding my dispute with a contractor. I have a feeling that I have found the right legal office for my current and future needs.
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James Gant
My experience with Bay Legal was fantastic. I entered into the meeting with limit knowledge and Sivendra Maraj spend time to understand my situation and explaining all of my options and answering all of my questions. Seeking legal services is an intimidating situation but he made this process as simple as possible while remaining thorough in his explanations.
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Matthew McKinney
Marie was a phenomenal client manager. She asked a lot of questions that were not just perfunctory but showed she was thinking critically about my case. I have an official consultation in a few days, and depending on how that goes I will be retaining the firm. Very good first impression speaking with Marie over the phone. I will provide an updated review if I hire the firm and will relay the outcome here.
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Jam Mays
I contacted Bay Legal for guidance on pursuing a civil lawsuit against a former attorney. Although they couldn’t take my case, their representative, Dave, went above and beyond to help. He provided useful resources, clear advice, and pointed me in the right direction as if I were a client. Dave was professional, easy to understand, and genuinely helpful.
I highly recommend reaching out to Bay Legal, even if they can’t represent you, because of the excellent service I received from Dave. Legal matters can be costly and time-consuming, but kindness and good customer service are free, and that’s exactly what Dave delivered. - G
Sue Martin
Dave was very helpful and professional. I highly recommend Bay Legal.
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Rui Jin
Sivendra was extremely helpful in quickly answering my questions on estate planning and my trust document. Highly recommend to schedule a consultation with him.
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Shitzo Ohara
Justin was a very nice person. You went above and beyond to help me get seen. I just hope my case goes just as well
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David
Dave was able to help me schedule an appointment quickly and easily, very much appreciated their assistance
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Horia Said
Omg the best law firm in the US my experience with the law firm is the best
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N B
Kelsey is so nice and knowledgeable! She connected with me on a personal level and validated me! She also explained the laws surrounding the subject and what the next steps are.
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Timothy Sandvall
I really appreciated my conversation with Kelsey Ibarrola. She was very knowledgeable about real estate law, but was also transparent enough to suggest reaching out to another attorney when the discussion left her area of expertise. I appreciated that she was confident enough to tell me where her expertise ended instead of giving me bad advice.
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Salman
Excellent Professional Law firm with quick turnaround.
I'm grateful to Mr. Evan Livingstone and Miss Amy Bevan for their support and guidance. Thank you. - G
Samantha Butler
The whole process was as painless as a legal situation can be. Communication was great, and Jayson really went the extra mile.
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MINGYUR DORJEE
Justine was very informative and helped me book appointments with their firm , he was very knowledgeable and kept professional during our call .
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Swas P.
Sivendra Maraj was an absolute pleasure to work with. The prospect of completing my Estate Planning was extremely daunting but Sivendra was very patient with me and extremely professional. He has an amazing way of taking confusing legal jargon and translating it into simplified language that even I could understand. I’m so grateful that this really important process is done and even more grateful that it was done with so much ease. I strongly recommend anyone needing to get their Estate Planning done to reach out to Sivendra.
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Sarrah U.
Attorney Berg was very patient and detailed in explaining the requirements and process. We are very confident working with her.
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Nick R.
I recently had the pleasure of working with Jayson Elliot, and I cannot recommend their services highly enough. They took the time to thoroughly understand my situation and provided clear, concise guidance every step of the way. Jayson was always accessible and responsive, promptly addressing any questions or concerns I had. Their in-depth knowledge of the law, combined with a strategic approach to my case, made me feel confident and secure throughout the entire process.
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Robert C.
Clarence and the paralegal team are so professional, warm, kind and astute. Such a pleasure working with them through a relatively difficult situation.
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David I.
I cannot imagine how we would have navigated through our conflict with our contractor, had it not been for Jayson. He was professional, compassionate, informative and responsive.
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— Daniel R.,
As a fellow attorney, I’ve had the opportunity to get to know the team at Bay Legal, PC, and I feel fully confident referring matters their way. The firm is professional, responsive, and I highly recommend.
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Alexander B.
Clarence was great at helping us navigate and understand our situation and choosing paths forward!
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Erica B.
Each question I had was answered in a prompt fashion and very courteous. My demand letter came very quickly and even my subsequent questions were answered.
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Tatjana
I had great experience with Bay Legal from the moment I requested their services and assistance for the living trust. Fast, reliable, approachable, pleasant….Answered all my questions, and many more follow up questions, and provide all the clarifications and guidance as many times as I needed. I already have and will continue to recommend them to everyone I know. Special thanks to Agnes and Amy.
Response from Bay Legal, PC
Thank you, Tatijana! We really appreciate your review. We're glad our Agnes & Amy could assist you effectively with the living trust. Let us know if we can serve you at all in the future!
—The Bay Legal Team - G
Monica Garcia
Ashley is very kind and was very helpful answering all my questions and concerns I had. I would definitely recommend. Thank you Ashley.
Response from Bay Legal, PC
Thank you so much, Monica! We’re thrilled to hear Ashley was able to answer your questions and make you feel supported. Kindness and clarity are values we really care about. We truly appreciate the recommendation! Let us know if we can serve you in the future.
—The Bay Legal Team - G
SV Tribal
Thank you Abigail for the guidance even if you weren't able to take my case. I still appreciate the help you gave. I will recommend this firm.
Response from Bay Legal, PC
Thank you! We’re so glad Abigail was able to offer helpful direction, even if we couldn’t take your case. Taking the time to support people—whether or not we’re the right fit—is something we truly value at Bay Legal. We appreciate your trust and your recommendation more than you know.
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J Angeles.
Rachael Berg worked on my families probate to complete what another attorney did not finish. She did a great job helping me understand what needed to be done and prepared the paperwork. She is very helpful and easy to meet with. Bay Legal also has a very easy way to make appointments and are very communicative.
Response from Bay Legal, PC
Thank you! We’re so glad Rachael was able to step in and bring clarity and momentum to your probate process. It’s incredibly important to us that clients feel supported and informed every step of the way—and it means a lot to hear that reflected in your experience. Let us know if we can serve you in any way in the future!
—The Bay Legal Team - G
Joel A
Abigail gave me direction on which attorney will be best to help me as my situation was outside of their scope of practice. She was patient, kind and informative. Highly recommend.
Response from Bay Legal, PC
Thank you, Joel! We're so glad Abigail could offer guidance and clarity, even though your matter was outside our scope. Your recommendation means a lot! Please let us know if we can serve you at all in the future!
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Bijan B.
Bay Legal responded to my inquiry immediately and Clarence was very cordial and professional in his communication and followed up with an email explaining my options the same day.
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Dirk T.
I had the pleasure of working with Kelsey and she was fantastic! Her work on an agreement review was comprehensive and she went out of her way to make I understood everything.
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Alex
It was a pleasure speaking with Ashley she was able to provide me great feedback regarding my car accident even though it’s not something Bay Legal practices.
Response from Bay Legal, PC
Thank you, Alex! We’re so glad Ashley was able to support you with helpful guidance, even outside our usual practice areas. Wishing you the very best as you move forward, and don’t hesitate to reach out if we can assist with anything else.
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Cathy Casas
I had the pleasure of speaking with Sivendra Maraj at The Bay Legal Team, and I can’t recommend him enough. He answered all my estate planning questions with clarity, compassion, and genuine care. Sivendra is very pleasant to talk to and took the time to ensure I felt heard and understood. Unlike others I’ve spoken with who were all business and lacked warmth, Sivendra brought both professionalism and heart to the conversation. I trust him completely and know he’ll be great to work with moving forward.
Response from Bay Legal, PC
Thank you so much, Cathy. We’re truly grateful for your thoughtful words. It means a lot to hear that Sivendra provided both clarity and compassion—because that’s exactly how we believe estate planning should feel: informative, supportive, and human. We’re honored to earn your trust and look forward to continuing to serve you.
—The Bay Legal Team - G
Neha B.
Sivendra was kind, thoughtful and went above and beyond to direct us in the right way. Without his guidance we would not have known about certain watchouts.
Response from Bay Legal, PC
Thank you, Neha! We're so glad Sivendra was able to guide you with care and clarity. Identifying those key “watchouts” is exactly why we do what we do—so you can move forward with confidence. We appreciate your trust and are always here if you need us again.
—The Bay Legal Team - G
Ru R.
Attorney Sivendra Miraj did a great job explaining our options and what to expect. Looking forward to working with him on our trust.
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— Tim W.,
I called Bay Legal to inquire about Trust Beneficiary Representation and received excellent customer service. … I had an outstanding experience with Sivendra. He demonstrated professionalism, integrity and a deep understanding of Trust Law. He listened to my concerns and was extremely patient! He clearly explained the Trust Administration process and put me at ease. … Sivendra responsiveness and genuine concern for my case, really impressed me. He offered strategic advice and made me feel confident in my next step.
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Kim A.
She helped us to work through how opening our new business will effect your estate and she offered to help update my trust. She was kind and calm and a great listener.
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Mauricio L.
Its been great to work with Jayson and his office. Very professional individuals who care about their clients.
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Cody R.
Clarence was very useful in giving us advice on what our rights were as tenants. He was super responsive and made us feel like someone had our backs in a very stressful situation. Thank you, Clarence!
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Alexa B.
Clarence Olson was diligent and very communicative. My issue was resolved with a very light lift on my end. I got the resolution I was looking for and I would use Bay Legal again!
