team-member

Neil Forester

El Dorado Hills, CA

Licensed for 17 years

Law Degree

Awards

Primary Practice Area

Child custody

Language

English

About

Amid COVID-19 conditions, my virtual law firm prioritizes confidential out-of-court solutions – a blend of ADR methods and discrete advisory counseling. As an arbitrator or private judge, I help clients resolve a divorce, parenting disputes, and other family law conflicts with time-sensitive factors.CLIENT SERVICE. The pandemic reframed my professional outlook. Our traditionally adversarial court process will leave families in limbo. Coronavirus poses new problems for cases with big financial stakes. Arbitration and private judging solutions can provide a best-case option for clients seeking efficient and cordial outcomes. With a virtual business model, I can extend these tools to a broader clientele while operating contactless, paperless, cloud-based, and eco-minded.CREDENTIALS. I'm a Fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers and a Certified Family Law Specialist, awarded by the State Bar of California's Board of Legal Specialization. These credentials underscore my ability to arbitrate and counsel for complex cases... particularly those which may not fare well in courtrooms where traditional litigation drives unpredictable and protracted outcomes. EXPERIENCE. Over 15+ years, my work has covered marital dissolution, business valuations, property division, child custody orders, child support calculations, and spousal support awards. I also help individuals with prenups, adoptions, cohabitation agreements, LGBTQ+ legalities, and pet custody contracts. A portion of my time is donated to DV survivors, with a focus on safety planning.SERVICES. Clients engage me as arbitrator, private judge, consulting attorney, litigation concierge, and premarital counselor. Because I spent much of my career negotiating and litigating marital dissolutions, I can offer expertise and real-world perspective about the realities of family court. My practice now emphasizes creative ADR methods — instead of lawsuits, court hearings, and expensive lawyering.COMMUNITY. Between and beyond my lawyer-life, I show up for the communities I care deeply about. I’m honored to hold volunteer roles directing the mission of NorCal Boxer Rescue and coaching Folsom High School’s Speech & Debate team. As a Board Member, Past President, and Legal Committee Chair for WEAVE, I support Sacramento County’s crisis intervention services for survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault. It’s a privilege to share space with the staff and volunteers who work tirelessly to create safety and belonging. The UN has described the worldwide increase in domestic abuse as a “shadow pandemic” alongside COVID-19 ~ it’s never been more important to stand up for vulnerable people.PERSONAL. Divorce demands a commitment to well-being. It’s a talk I need to also walk. For me, self-care is smoking ribs in my Big Green Egg, cheering on the Tottenham Hotspur Football Club, dreaming of a vaccine and future foodie getaway, puzzling over the NYT crossword, listening to a true-crime podcast, closing all three Activity Rings on my smartwatch, or couch-cuddling with my wife and our rescue pup Marlee.ACCOMPLISHMENTS. I was recently named on the Northern California Super Lawyers 2020 "Top 25 Sacramento Super Lawyers" List, and have also ranked in the Sacramento Business Journal’s “Best of the Bar” list and Sacramento Magazine’s “Top Lawyers” list. In 2014, I was honored to receive a Hero of Human Services Award by the Sacramento County Board of Supervisors, recognizing my role as a chief architect of WEAVE Legal, the redesigned program which ensures DV victims have access to free and discounted legal assistance. My 10+ years of community service to WEAVE was further highlighted by the Placer County Bar Association's Annual Pro Bono Award, received in 2019.

Practices Areas

Child custody

Child support

Divorce and separation

Family

Language

English

Contact

Forester Family Law PC5170 Golden Foothill Pkwy(BY APPOINTMENT ONLY - NO WALK-INS)El Dorado Hills, CA, 95762

Office: N/A

Website: N/A

Reviews

Larisa
October 25, 2016

I researched extensively to find a lawyer who was not only smart (Neil was an Anthony M. Kennedy Fellow) but also unwilling to take anything but the high road. I also wanted an attorney who would listen to my concerns, complaints, and even demands, but still keep me on the high road as well. In spite of many personal attacks on me and even on Neil by my ex-husband and his lawyer, Neil continued to focus on issues and avoid the low ground that so many divorce cases and custody cases can travel. In my case, I had an ex who after not paying his full child support for six years and owing over $40,000, decided to take me to court to dispute the arrears and get more custody. Yes, that sounds ridiculous and that is exactly the right word to explain the proceedings that took 6 months due to my ex continually making claims and filings that prolonged the inevitable. Throughout the entire 6 months there were many times I was ready to either throw in the towel, or go for the jugular. In each case Neil clearly laid out the correct course of action and stuck to it. Not only did he keep me on the right track, Neil kept himself on the moral high ground. My ex and his attorney resulted to personal attacks on Neil in their court filings, but Neil refused to respond and stayed on point. I believe his approach saved me from getting into an even longer battle of he said/she said. He was fair in his billing, honest in his approach with me and my ex, and clearly experienced with the courts and family law. I highly recommend Neil!!

Mark
August 21, 2015

Neil took on my case regarding family law. I found him thoughtful, resourceful, thorough, and insightful. He provided solid counsel, and very competent help. I would recommend him to anyone needing a very good family law attorney

Annie
August 20, 2015

Neil and his team were amazing helping me through my divorce proceedings this year! He and his staff were professional, kind, patient and supportive throughout the process. They made a very difficult time more bearable with their compassion, attention to detail and responsiveness. I was always able to get a hold of someone via phone or email and they were more than happy to answer all my questions along the way. I would recommend them to anyone. These guys are awesome and they were worth every cent!

Steven
August 20, 2015

I have enjoyed working with Neil.I had a very difficult divorce case and my wife's attorney did everything possible to fuel the flames. Neil was able to help me resolve many custody and support issues in a collaborative fashion to minimize the costs and obtain a quick resolution. I have a lot of respect for Neil and his office staff - Dorinda his paralegal as well as Kali. I appreciate Neil's approach --he's very calm mannered reasonable and tries to discuss the risks and benefits of different options. At the same time he is realistic and is very efficient overall in getting back to you. Overall I highly recommend him as an attorney.

anonymous
August 22, 2012

Neil helped me out - I was in a really tough situation and very concerned about my child's well-being. He was honest and worked with me financially. You could see that he cared about the well-being of my child and he did not rush me through the meeting, I felt like i mattered to him. I would highly recommend Neil.

anonymous
June 3, 2010

Neil Forester is a top notch attorney who leaves no stone unturned. I used Neil in a complicated dissolution involving not only community property but also a co-owned business. There were many issues I would not have had proper knowledge of had it not been for Neil's ongoing diligence. I would highly recommend him for anyone looking for an outstanding resource representing the law.

anonymous
May 13, 2010

Neil did a professional job in representing me in my divorce

Matthew
May 6, 2010

Neil did a good job helping me resolve a long and difficult divorce. He considered the expenses associated with litigation and worked with me to bring the proceeding to closure as efficiently and expeditiously as possible.

anonymous
June 6, 2017

Used him as my lawyer and I fully regret it. Never contacted me to update me on my divorce. Always had to go in to figure out what was taking so long with the paperwork and would always beat around the bush and give me some BS excuse. And when I did hear from him, it was him sending me a bill or letting me know he needed more money. So while he did absolutely nothing for my case, he still charged me thousands of dollars...for what?? But the receipt says he charged me $160 for "updating his assistant on the case." Give me a break. This guy will charge you an arm and a leg just to walk over to the fax machine. After 18 months of this nonsense, I hired a new lawyer and she got it done in just a few months. If you wanna be taken advantage of and legally robbed, go for it. But do yourself a favor and look elsewhere.

Larisa
October 25, 2016

I researched extensively to find a lawyer who was not only smart (Neil was an Anthony M. Kennedy Fellow) but also unwilling to take anything but the high road. I also wanted an attorney who would listen to my concerns, complaints, and even demands, but still keep me on the high road as well. In spite of many personal attacks on me and even on Neil by my ex-husband and his lawyer, Neil continued to focus on issues and avoid the low ground that so many divorce cases and custody cases can travel. In my case, I had an ex who after not paying his full child support for six years and owing over $40,000, decided to take me to court to dispute the arrears and get more custody. Yes, that sounds ridiculous and that is exactly the right word to explain the proceedings that took 6 months due to my ex continually making claims and filings that prolonged the inevitable. Throughout the entire 6 months there were many times I was ready to either throw in the towel, or go for the jugular. In each case Neil clearly laid out the correct course of action and stuck to it. Not only did he keep me on the right track, Neil kept himself on the moral high ground. My ex and his attorney resulted to personal attacks on Neil in their court filings, but Neil refused to respond and stayed on point. I believe his approach saved me from getting into an even longer battle of he said/she said. He was fair in his billing, honest in his approach with me and my ex, and clearly experienced with the courts and family law. I highly recommend Neil!!

Mark
August 21, 2015

Neil took on my case regarding family law. I found him thoughtful, resourceful, thorough, and insightful. He provided solid counsel, and very competent help. I would recommend him to anyone needing a very good family law attorney

Annie
August 20, 2015

Neil and his team were amazing helping me through my divorce proceedings this year! He and his staff were professional, kind, patient and supportive throughout the process. They made a very difficult time more bearable with their compassion, attention to detail and responsiveness. I was always able to get a hold of someone via phone or email and they were more than happy to answer all my questions along the way. I would recommend them to anyone. These guys are awesome and they were worth every cent!

Steven
August 20, 2015

I have enjoyed working with Neil.I had a very difficult divorce case and my wife's attorney did everything possible to fuel the flames. Neil was able to help me resolve many custody and support issues in a collaborative fashion to minimize the costs and obtain a quick resolution. I have a lot of respect for Neil and his office staff - Dorinda his paralegal as well as Kali. I appreciate Neil's approach --he's very calm mannered reasonable and tries to discuss the risks and benefits of different options. At the same time he is realistic and is very efficient overall in getting back to you. Overall I highly recommend him as an attorney.

anonymous
August 22, 2012

Neil helped me out - I was in a really tough situation and very concerned about my child's well-being. He was honest and worked with me financially. You could see that he cared about the well-being of my child and he did not rush me through the meeting, I felt like i mattered to him. I would highly recommend Neil.

anonymous
June 3, 2010

Neil Forester is a top notch attorney who leaves no stone unturned. I used Neil in a complicated dissolution involving not only community property but also a co-owned business. There were many issues I would not have had proper knowledge of had it not been for Neil's ongoing diligence. I would highly recommend him for anyone looking for an outstanding resource representing the law.

anonymous
May 13, 2010

Neil did a professional job in representing me in my divorce

Matthew
May 6, 2010

Neil did a good job helping me resolve a long and difficult divorce. He considered the expenses associated with litigation and worked with me to bring the proceeding to closure as efficiently and expeditiously as possible.

anonymous
June 6, 2017

Used him as my lawyer and I fully regret it. Never contacted me to update me on my divorce. Always had to go in to figure out what was taking so long with the paperwork and would always beat around the bush and give me some BS excuse. And when I did hear from him, it was him sending me a bill or letting me know he needed more money. So while he did absolutely nothing for my case, he still charged me thousands of dollars...for what?? But the receipt says he charged me $160 for "updating his assistant on the case." Give me a break. This guy will charge you an arm and a leg just to walk over to the fax machine. After 18 months of this nonsense, I hired a new lawyer and she got it done in just a few months. If you wanna be taken advantage of and legally robbed, go for it. But do yourself a favor and look elsewhere.

Larisa
October 25, 2016

I researched extensively to find a lawyer who was not only smart (Neil was an Anthony M. Kennedy Fellow) but also unwilling to take anything but the high road. I also wanted an attorney who would listen to my concerns, complaints, and even demands, but still keep me on the high road as well. In spite of many personal attacks on me and even on Neil by my ex-husband and his lawyer, Neil continued to focus on issues and avoid the low ground that so many divorce cases and custody cases can travel. In my case, I had an ex who after not paying his full child support for six years and owing over $40,000, decided to take me to court to dispute the arrears and get more custody. Yes, that sounds ridiculous and that is exactly the right word to explain the proceedings that took 6 months due to my ex continually making claims and filings that prolonged the inevitable. Throughout the entire 6 months there were many times I was ready to either throw in the towel, or go for the jugular. In each case Neil clearly laid out the correct course of action and stuck to it. Not only did he keep me on the right track, Neil kept himself on the moral high ground. My ex and his attorney resulted to personal attacks on Neil in their court filings, but Neil refused to respond and stayed on point. I believe his approach saved me from getting into an even longer battle of he said/she said. He was fair in his billing, honest in his approach with me and my ex, and clearly experienced with the courts and family law. I highly recommend Neil!!

Mark
August 21, 2015

Neil took on my case regarding family law. I found him thoughtful, resourceful, thorough, and insightful. He provided solid counsel, and very competent help. I would recommend him to anyone needing a very good family law attorney

Annie
August 20, 2015

Neil and his team were amazing helping me through my divorce proceedings this year! He and his staff were professional, kind, patient and supportive throughout the process. They made a very difficult time more bearable with their compassion, attention to detail and responsiveness. I was always able to get a hold of someone via phone or email and they were more than happy to answer all my questions along the way. I would recommend them to anyone. These guys are awesome and they were worth every cent!

Steven
August 20, 2015

I have enjoyed working with Neil.I had a very difficult divorce case and my wife's attorney did everything possible to fuel the flames. Neil was able to help me resolve many custody and support issues in a collaborative fashion to minimize the costs and obtain a quick resolution. I have a lot of respect for Neil and his office staff - Dorinda his paralegal as well as Kali. I appreciate Neil's approach --he's very calm mannered reasonable and tries to discuss the risks and benefits of different options. At the same time he is realistic and is very efficient overall in getting back to you. Overall I highly recommend him as an attorney.

anonymous
August 22, 2012

Neil helped me out - I was in a really tough situation and very concerned about my child's well-being. He was honest and worked with me financially. You could see that he cared about the well-being of my child and he did not rush me through the meeting, I felt like i mattered to him. I would highly recommend Neil.

anonymous
June 3, 2010

Neil Forester is a top notch attorney who leaves no stone unturned. I used Neil in a complicated dissolution involving not only community property but also a co-owned business. There were many issues I would not have had proper knowledge of had it not been for Neil's ongoing diligence. I would highly recommend him for anyone looking for an outstanding resource representing the law.

anonymous
May 13, 2010

Neil did a professional job in representing me in my divorce

Matthew
May 6, 2010

Neil did a good job helping me resolve a long and difficult divorce. He considered the expenses associated with litigation and worked with me to bring the proceeding to closure as efficiently and expeditiously as possible.

anonymous
June 6, 2017

Used him as my lawyer and I fully regret it. Never contacted me to update me on my divorce. Always had to go in to figure out what was taking so long with the paperwork and would always beat around the bush and give me some BS excuse. And when I did hear from him, it was him sending me a bill or letting me know he needed more money. So while he did absolutely nothing for my case, he still charged me thousands of dollars...for what?? But the receipt says he charged me $160 for "updating his assistant on the case." Give me a break. This guy will charge you an arm and a leg just to walk over to the fax machine. After 18 months of this nonsense, I hired a new lawyer and she got it done in just a few months. If you wanna be taken advantage of and legally robbed, go for it. But do yourself a favor and look elsewhere.

Larisa
October 25, 2016

I researched extensively to find a lawyer who was not only smart (Neil was an Anthony M. Kennedy Fellow) but also unwilling to take anything but the high road. I also wanted an attorney who would listen to my concerns, complaints, and even demands, but still keep me on the high road as well. In spite of many personal attacks on me and even on Neil by my ex-husband and his lawyer, Neil continued to focus on issues and avoid the low ground that so many divorce cases and custody cases can travel. In my case, I had an ex who after not paying his full child support for six years and owing over $40,000, decided to take me to court to dispute the arrears and get more custody. Yes, that sounds ridiculous and that is exactly the right word to explain the proceedings that took 6 months due to my ex continually making claims and filings that prolonged the inevitable. Throughout the entire 6 months there were many times I was ready to either throw in the towel, or go for the jugular. In each case Neil clearly laid out the correct course of action and stuck to it. Not only did he keep me on the right track, Neil kept himself on the moral high ground. My ex and his attorney resulted to personal attacks on Neil in their court filings, but Neil refused to respond and stayed on point. I believe his approach saved me from getting into an even longer battle of he said/she said. He was fair in his billing, honest in his approach with me and my ex, and clearly experienced with the courts and family law. I highly recommend Neil!!

Mark
August 21, 2015

Neil took on my case regarding family law. I found him thoughtful, resourceful, thorough, and insightful. He provided solid counsel, and very competent help. I would recommend him to anyone needing a very good family law attorney

Annie
August 20, 2015

Neil and his team were amazing helping me through my divorce proceedings this year! He and his staff were professional, kind, patient and supportive throughout the process. They made a very difficult time more bearable with their compassion, attention to detail and responsiveness. I was always able to get a hold of someone via phone or email and they were more than happy to answer all my questions along the way. I would recommend them to anyone. These guys are awesome and they were worth every cent!

Steven
August 20, 2015

I have enjoyed working with Neil.I had a very difficult divorce case and my wife's attorney did everything possible to fuel the flames. Neil was able to help me resolve many custody and support issues in a collaborative fashion to minimize the costs and obtain a quick resolution. I have a lot of respect for Neil and his office staff - Dorinda his paralegal as well as Kali. I appreciate Neil's approach --he's very calm mannered reasonable and tries to discuss the risks and benefits of different options. At the same time he is realistic and is very efficient overall in getting back to you. Overall I highly recommend him as an attorney.

anonymous
August 22, 2012

Neil helped me out - I was in a really tough situation and very concerned about my child's well-being. He was honest and worked with me financially. You could see that he cared about the well-being of my child and he did not rush me through the meeting, I felt like i mattered to him. I would highly recommend Neil.

anonymous
June 3, 2010

Neil Forester is a top notch attorney who leaves no stone unturned. I used Neil in a complicated dissolution involving not only community property but also a co-owned business. There were many issues I would not have had proper knowledge of had it not been for Neil's ongoing diligence. I would highly recommend him for anyone looking for an outstanding resource representing the law.

anonymous
May 13, 2010

Neil did a professional job in representing me in my divorce

Matthew
May 6, 2010

Neil did a good job helping me resolve a long and difficult divorce. He considered the expenses associated with litigation and worked with me to bring the proceeding to closure as efficiently and expeditiously as possible.

anonymous
June 6, 2017

Used him as my lawyer and I fully regret it. Never contacted me to update me on my divorce. Always had to go in to figure out what was taking so long with the paperwork and would always beat around the bush and give me some BS excuse. And when I did hear from him, it was him sending me a bill or letting me know he needed more money. So while he did absolutely nothing for my case, he still charged me thousands of dollars...for what?? But the receipt says he charged me $160 for "updating his assistant on the case." Give me a break. This guy will charge you an arm and a leg just to walk over to the fax machine. After 18 months of this nonsense, I hired a new lawyer and she got it done in just a few months. If you wanna be taken advantage of and legally robbed, go for it. But do yourself a favor and look elsewhere.

Larisa
October 25, 2016

I researched extensively to find a lawyer who was not only smart (Neil was an Anthony M. Kennedy Fellow) but also unwilling to take anything but the high road. I also wanted an attorney who would listen to my concerns, complaints, and even demands, but still keep me on the high road as well. In spite of many personal attacks on me and even on Neil by my ex-husband and his lawyer, Neil continued to focus on issues and avoid the low ground that so many divorce cases and custody cases can travel. In my case, I had an ex who after not paying his full child support for six years and owing over $40,000, decided to take me to court to dispute the arrears and get more custody. Yes, that sounds ridiculous and that is exactly the right word to explain the proceedings that took 6 months due to my ex continually making claims and filings that prolonged the inevitable. Throughout the entire 6 months there were many times I was ready to either throw in the towel, or go for the jugular. In each case Neil clearly laid out the correct course of action and stuck to it. Not only did he keep me on the right track, Neil kept himself on the moral high ground. My ex and his attorney resulted to personal attacks on Neil in their court filings, but Neil refused to respond and stayed on point. I believe his approach saved me from getting into an even longer battle of he said/she said. He was fair in his billing, honest in his approach with me and my ex, and clearly experienced with the courts and family law. I highly recommend Neil!!

Mark
August 21, 2015

Neil took on my case regarding family law. I found him thoughtful, resourceful, thorough, and insightful. He provided solid counsel, and very competent help. I would recommend him to anyone needing a very good family law attorney

Annie
August 20, 2015

Neil and his team were amazing helping me through my divorce proceedings this year! He and his staff were professional, kind, patient and supportive throughout the process. They made a very difficult time more bearable with their compassion, attention to detail and responsiveness. I was always able to get a hold of someone via phone or email and they were more than happy to answer all my questions along the way. I would recommend them to anyone. These guys are awesome and they were worth every cent!

Steven
August 20, 2015

I have enjoyed working with Neil.I had a very difficult divorce case and my wife's attorney did everything possible to fuel the flames. Neil was able to help me resolve many custody and support issues in a collaborative fashion to minimize the costs and obtain a quick resolution. I have a lot of respect for Neil and his office staff - Dorinda his paralegal as well as Kali. I appreciate Neil's approach --he's very calm mannered reasonable and tries to discuss the risks and benefits of different options. At the same time he is realistic and is very efficient overall in getting back to you. Overall I highly recommend him as an attorney.

anonymous
August 22, 2012

Neil helped me out - I was in a really tough situation and very concerned about my child's well-being. He was honest and worked with me financially. You could see that he cared about the well-being of my child and he did not rush me through the meeting, I felt like i mattered to him. I would highly recommend Neil.

anonymous
June 3, 2010

Neil Forester is a top notch attorney who leaves no stone unturned. I used Neil in a complicated dissolution involving not only community property but also a co-owned business. There were many issues I would not have had proper knowledge of had it not been for Neil's ongoing diligence. I would highly recommend him for anyone looking for an outstanding resource representing the law.

anonymous
May 13, 2010

Neil did a professional job in representing me in my divorce

Matthew
May 6, 2010

Neil did a good job helping me resolve a long and difficult divorce. He considered the expenses associated with litigation and worked with me to bring the proceeding to closure as efficiently and expeditiously as possible.

anonymous
June 6, 2017

Used him as my lawyer and I fully regret it. Never contacted me to update me on my divorce. Always had to go in to figure out what was taking so long with the paperwork and would always beat around the bush and give me some BS excuse. And when I did hear from him, it was him sending me a bill or letting me know he needed more money. So while he did absolutely nothing for my case, he still charged me thousands of dollars...for what?? But the receipt says he charged me $160 for "updating his assistant on the case." Give me a break. This guy will charge you an arm and a leg just to walk over to the fax machine. After 18 months of this nonsense, I hired a new lawyer and she got it done in just a few months. If you wanna be taken advantage of and legally robbed, go for it. But do yourself a favor and look elsewhere.

Larisa
October 25, 2016

I researched extensively to find a lawyer who was not only smart (Neil was an Anthony M. Kennedy Fellow) but also unwilling to take anything but the high road. I also wanted an attorney who would listen to my concerns, complaints, and even demands, but still keep me on the high road as well. In spite of many personal attacks on me and even on Neil by my ex-husband and his lawyer, Neil continued to focus on issues and avoid the low ground that so many divorce cases and custody cases can travel. In my case, I had an ex who after not paying his full child support for six years and owing over $40,000, decided to take me to court to dispute the arrears and get more custody. Yes, that sounds ridiculous and that is exactly the right word to explain the proceedings that took 6 months due to my ex continually making claims and filings that prolonged the inevitable. Throughout the entire 6 months there were many times I was ready to either throw in the towel, or go for the jugular. In each case Neil clearly laid out the correct course of action and stuck to it. Not only did he keep me on the right track, Neil kept himself on the moral high ground. My ex and his attorney resulted to personal attacks on Neil in their court filings, but Neil refused to respond and stayed on point. I believe his approach saved me from getting into an even longer battle of he said/she said. He was fair in his billing, honest in his approach with me and my ex, and clearly experienced with the courts and family law. I highly recommend Neil!!

Mark
August 21, 2015

Neil took on my case regarding family law. I found him thoughtful, resourceful, thorough, and insightful. He provided solid counsel, and very competent help. I would recommend him to anyone needing a very good family law attorney

Annie
August 20, 2015

Neil and his team were amazing helping me through my divorce proceedings this year! He and his staff were professional, kind, patient and supportive throughout the process. They made a very difficult time more bearable with their compassion, attention to detail and responsiveness. I was always able to get a hold of someone via phone or email and they were more than happy to answer all my questions along the way. I would recommend them to anyone. These guys are awesome and they were worth every cent!

Steven
August 20, 2015

I have enjoyed working with Neil.I had a very difficult divorce case and my wife's attorney did everything possible to fuel the flames. Neil was able to help me resolve many custody and support issues in a collaborative fashion to minimize the costs and obtain a quick resolution. I have a lot of respect for Neil and his office staff - Dorinda his paralegal as well as Kali. I appreciate Neil's approach --he's very calm mannered reasonable and tries to discuss the risks and benefits of different options. At the same time he is realistic and is very efficient overall in getting back to you. Overall I highly recommend him as an attorney.

anonymous
August 22, 2012

Neil helped me out - I was in a really tough situation and very concerned about my child's well-being. He was honest and worked with me financially. You could see that he cared about the well-being of my child and he did not rush me through the meeting, I felt like i mattered to him. I would highly recommend Neil.

anonymous
June 3, 2010

Neil Forester is a top notch attorney who leaves no stone unturned. I used Neil in a complicated dissolution involving not only community property but also a co-owned business. There were many issues I would not have had proper knowledge of had it not been for Neil's ongoing diligence. I would highly recommend him for anyone looking for an outstanding resource representing the law.

anonymous
May 13, 2010

Neil did a professional job in representing me in my divorce

Matthew
May 6, 2010

Neil did a good job helping me resolve a long and difficult divorce. He considered the expenses associated with litigation and worked with me to bring the proceeding to closure as efficiently and expeditiously as possible.

anonymous
June 6, 2017

Used him as my lawyer and I fully regret it. Never contacted me to update me on my divorce. Always had to go in to figure out what was taking so long with the paperwork and would always beat around the bush and give me some BS excuse. And when I did hear from him, it was him sending me a bill or letting me know he needed more money. So while he did absolutely nothing for my case, he still charged me thousands of dollars...for what?? But the receipt says he charged me $160 for "updating his assistant on the case." Give me a break. This guy will charge you an arm and a leg just to walk over to the fax machine. After 18 months of this nonsense, I hired a new lawyer and she got it done in just a few months. If you wanna be taken advantage of and legally robbed, go for it. But do yourself a favor and look elsewhere.

Larisa
October 25, 2016

I researched extensively to find a lawyer who was not only smart (Neil was an Anthony M. Kennedy Fellow) but also unwilling to take anything but the high road. I also wanted an attorney who would listen to my concerns, complaints, and even demands, but still keep me on the high road as well. In spite of many personal attacks on me and even on Neil by my ex-husband and his lawyer, Neil continued to focus on issues and avoid the low ground that so many divorce cases and custody cases can travel. In my case, I had an ex who after not paying his full child support for six years and owing over $40,000, decided to take me to court to dispute the arrears and get more custody. Yes, that sounds ridiculous and that is exactly the right word to explain the proceedings that took 6 months due to my ex continually making claims and filings that prolonged the inevitable. Throughout the entire 6 months there were many times I was ready to either throw in the towel, or go for the jugular. In each case Neil clearly laid out the correct course of action and stuck to it. Not only did he keep me on the right track, Neil kept himself on the moral high ground. My ex and his attorney resulted to personal attacks on Neil in their court filings, but Neil refused to respond and stayed on point. I believe his approach saved me from getting into an even longer battle of he said/she said. He was fair in his billing, honest in his approach with me and my ex, and clearly experienced with the courts and family law. I highly recommend Neil!!

Mark
August 21, 2015

Neil took on my case regarding family law. I found him thoughtful, resourceful, thorough, and insightful. He provided solid counsel, and very competent help. I would recommend him to anyone needing a very good family law attorney

Annie
August 20, 2015

Neil and his team were amazing helping me through my divorce proceedings this year! He and his staff were professional, kind, patient and supportive throughout the process. They made a very difficult time more bearable with their compassion, attention to detail and responsiveness. I was always able to get a hold of someone via phone or email and they were more than happy to answer all my questions along the way. I would recommend them to anyone. These guys are awesome and they were worth every cent!

Steven
August 20, 2015

I have enjoyed working with Neil.I had a very difficult divorce case and my wife's attorney did everything possible to fuel the flames. Neil was able to help me resolve many custody and support issues in a collaborative fashion to minimize the costs and obtain a quick resolution. I have a lot of respect for Neil and his office staff - Dorinda his paralegal as well as Kali. I appreciate Neil's approach --he's very calm mannered reasonable and tries to discuss the risks and benefits of different options. At the same time he is realistic and is very efficient overall in getting back to you. Overall I highly recommend him as an attorney.

anonymous
August 22, 2012

Neil helped me out - I was in a really tough situation and very concerned about my child's well-being. He was honest and worked with me financially. You could see that he cared about the well-being of my child and he did not rush me through the meeting, I felt like i mattered to him. I would highly recommend Neil.

anonymous
June 3, 2010

Neil Forester is a top notch attorney who leaves no stone unturned. I used Neil in a complicated dissolution involving not only community property but also a co-owned business. There were many issues I would not have had proper knowledge of had it not been for Neil's ongoing diligence. I would highly recommend him for anyone looking for an outstanding resource representing the law.

anonymous
May 13, 2010

Neil did a professional job in representing me in my divorce

Matthew
May 6, 2010

Neil did a good job helping me resolve a long and difficult divorce. He considered the expenses associated with litigation and worked with me to bring the proceeding to closure as efficiently and expeditiously as possible.

anonymous
June 6, 2017

Used him as my lawyer and I fully regret it. Never contacted me to update me on my divorce. Always had to go in to figure out what was taking so long with the paperwork and would always beat around the bush and give me some BS excuse. And when I did hear from him, it was him sending me a bill or letting me know he needed more money. So while he did absolutely nothing for my case, he still charged me thousands of dollars...for what?? But the receipt says he charged me $160 for "updating his assistant on the case." Give me a break. This guy will charge you an arm and a leg just to walk over to the fax machine. After 18 months of this nonsense, I hired a new lawyer and she got it done in just a few months. If you wanna be taken advantage of and legally robbed, go for it. But do yourself a favor and look elsewhere.

Larisa
October 25, 2016

I researched extensively to find a lawyer who was not only smart (Neil was an Anthony M. Kennedy Fellow) but also unwilling to take anything but the high road. I also wanted an attorney who would listen to my concerns, complaints, and even demands, but still keep me on the high road as well. In spite of many personal attacks on me and even on Neil by my ex-husband and his lawyer, Neil continued to focus on issues and avoid the low ground that so many divorce cases and custody cases can travel. In my case, I had an ex who after not paying his full child support for six years and owing over $40,000, decided to take me to court to dispute the arrears and get more custody. Yes, that sounds ridiculous and that is exactly the right word to explain the proceedings that took 6 months due to my ex continually making claims and filings that prolonged the inevitable. Throughout the entire 6 months there were many times I was ready to either throw in the towel, or go for the jugular. In each case Neil clearly laid out the correct course of action and stuck to it. Not only did he keep me on the right track, Neil kept himself on the moral high ground. My ex and his attorney resulted to personal attacks on Neil in their court filings, but Neil refused to respond and stayed on point. I believe his approach saved me from getting into an even longer battle of he said/she said. He was fair in his billing, honest in his approach with me and my ex, and clearly experienced with the courts and family law. I highly recommend Neil!!

Mark
August 21, 2015

Neil took on my case regarding family law. I found him thoughtful, resourceful, thorough, and insightful. He provided solid counsel, and very competent help. I would recommend him to anyone needing a very good family law attorney

Annie
August 20, 2015

Neil and his team were amazing helping me through my divorce proceedings this year! He and his staff were professional, kind, patient and supportive throughout the process. They made a very difficult time more bearable with their compassion, attention to detail and responsiveness. I was always able to get a hold of someone via phone or email and they were more than happy to answer all my questions along the way. I would recommend them to anyone. These guys are awesome and they were worth every cent!

Steven
August 20, 2015

I have enjoyed working with Neil.I had a very difficult divorce case and my wife's attorney did everything possible to fuel the flames. Neil was able to help me resolve many custody and support issues in a collaborative fashion to minimize the costs and obtain a quick resolution. I have a lot of respect for Neil and his office staff - Dorinda his paralegal as well as Kali. I appreciate Neil's approach --he's very calm mannered reasonable and tries to discuss the risks and benefits of different options. At the same time he is realistic and is very efficient overall in getting back to you. Overall I highly recommend him as an attorney.

anonymous
August 22, 2012

Neil helped me out - I was in a really tough situation and very concerned about my child's well-being. He was honest and worked with me financially. You could see that he cared about the well-being of my child and he did not rush me through the meeting, I felt like i mattered to him. I would highly recommend Neil.

anonymous
June 3, 2010

Neil Forester is a top notch attorney who leaves no stone unturned. I used Neil in a complicated dissolution involving not only community property but also a co-owned business. There were many issues I would not have had proper knowledge of had it not been for Neil's ongoing diligence. I would highly recommend him for anyone looking for an outstanding resource representing the law.

anonymous
May 13, 2010

Neil did a professional job in representing me in my divorce

Matthew
May 6, 2010

Neil did a good job helping me resolve a long and difficult divorce. He considered the expenses associated with litigation and worked with me to bring the proceeding to closure as efficiently and expeditiously as possible.

anonymous
June 6, 2017

Used him as my lawyer and I fully regret it. Never contacted me to update me on my divorce. Always had to go in to figure out what was taking so long with the paperwork and would always beat around the bush and give me some BS excuse. And when I did hear from him, it was him sending me a bill or letting me know he needed more money. So while he did absolutely nothing for my case, he still charged me thousands of dollars...for what?? But the receipt says he charged me $160 for "updating his assistant on the case." Give me a break. This guy will charge you an arm and a leg just to walk over to the fax machine. After 18 months of this nonsense, I hired a new lawyer and she got it done in just a few months. If you wanna be taken advantage of and legally robbed, go for it. But do yourself a favor and look elsewhere.

Larisa
October 25, 2016

I researched extensively to find a lawyer who was not only smart (Neil was an Anthony M. Kennedy Fellow) but also unwilling to take anything but the high road. I also wanted an attorney who would listen to my concerns, complaints, and even demands, but still keep me on the high road as well. In spite of many personal attacks on me and even on Neil by my ex-husband and his lawyer, Neil continued to focus on issues and avoid the low ground that so many divorce cases and custody cases can travel. In my case, I had an ex who after not paying his full child support for six years and owing over $40,000, decided to take me to court to dispute the arrears and get more custody. Yes, that sounds ridiculous and that is exactly the right word to explain the proceedings that took 6 months due to my ex continually making claims and filings that prolonged the inevitable. Throughout the entire 6 months there were many times I was ready to either throw in the towel, or go for the jugular. In each case Neil clearly laid out the correct course of action and stuck to it. Not only did he keep me on the right track, Neil kept himself on the moral high ground. My ex and his attorney resulted to personal attacks on Neil in their court filings, but Neil refused to respond and stayed on point. I believe his approach saved me from getting into an even longer battle of he said/she said. He was fair in his billing, honest in his approach with me and my ex, and clearly experienced with the courts and family law. I highly recommend Neil!!

Mark
August 21, 2015

Neil took on my case regarding family law. I found him thoughtful, resourceful, thorough, and insightful. He provided solid counsel, and very competent help. I would recommend him to anyone needing a very good family law attorney

Annie
August 20, 2015

Neil and his team were amazing helping me through my divorce proceedings this year! He and his staff were professional, kind, patient and supportive throughout the process. They made a very difficult time more bearable with their compassion, attention to detail and responsiveness. I was always able to get a hold of someone via phone or email and they were more than happy to answer all my questions along the way. I would recommend them to anyone. These guys are awesome and they were worth every cent!

Steven
August 20, 2015

I have enjoyed working with Neil.I had a very difficult divorce case and my wife's attorney did everything possible to fuel the flames. Neil was able to help me resolve many custody and support issues in a collaborative fashion to minimize the costs and obtain a quick resolution. I have a lot of respect for Neil and his office staff - Dorinda his paralegal as well as Kali. I appreciate Neil's approach --he's very calm mannered reasonable and tries to discuss the risks and benefits of different options. At the same time he is realistic and is very efficient overall in getting back to you. Overall I highly recommend him as an attorney.

anonymous
August 22, 2012

Neil helped me out - I was in a really tough situation and very concerned about my child's well-being. He was honest and worked with me financially. You could see that he cared about the well-being of my child and he did not rush me through the meeting, I felt like i mattered to him. I would highly recommend Neil.

anonymous
June 3, 2010

Neil Forester is a top notch attorney who leaves no stone unturned. I used Neil in a complicated dissolution involving not only community property but also a co-owned business. There were many issues I would not have had proper knowledge of had it not been for Neil's ongoing diligence. I would highly recommend him for anyone looking for an outstanding resource representing the law.

anonymous
May 13, 2010

Neil did a professional job in representing me in my divorce

Matthew
May 6, 2010

Neil did a good job helping me resolve a long and difficult divorce. He considered the expenses associated with litigation and worked with me to bring the proceeding to closure as efficiently and expeditiously as possible.

anonymous
June 6, 2017

Used him as my lawyer and I fully regret it. Never contacted me to update me on my divorce. Always had to go in to figure out what was taking so long with the paperwork and would always beat around the bush and give me some BS excuse. And when I did hear from him, it was him sending me a bill or letting me know he needed more money. So while he did absolutely nothing for my case, he still charged me thousands of dollars...for what?? But the receipt says he charged me $160 for "updating his assistant on the case." Give me a break. This guy will charge you an arm and a leg just to walk over to the fax machine. After 18 months of this nonsense, I hired a new lawyer and she got it done in just a few months. If you wanna be taken advantage of and legally robbed, go for it. But do yourself a favor and look elsewhere.

Larisa
October 25, 2016

I researched extensively to find a lawyer who was not only smart (Neil was an Anthony M. Kennedy Fellow) but also unwilling to take anything but the high road. I also wanted an attorney who would listen to my concerns, complaints, and even demands, but still keep me on the high road as well. In spite of many personal attacks on me and even on Neil by my ex-husband and his lawyer, Neil continued to focus on issues and avoid the low ground that so many divorce cases and custody cases can travel. In my case, I had an ex who after not paying his full child support for six years and owing over $40,000, decided to take me to court to dispute the arrears and get more custody. Yes, that sounds ridiculous and that is exactly the right word to explain the proceedings that took 6 months due to my ex continually making claims and filings that prolonged the inevitable. Throughout the entire 6 months there were many times I was ready to either throw in the towel, or go for the jugular. In each case Neil clearly laid out the correct course of action and stuck to it. Not only did he keep me on the right track, Neil kept himself on the moral high ground. My ex and his attorney resulted to personal attacks on Neil in their court filings, but Neil refused to respond and stayed on point. I believe his approach saved me from getting into an even longer battle of he said/she said. He was fair in his billing, honest in his approach with me and my ex, and clearly experienced with the courts and family law. I highly recommend Neil!!

Mark
August 21, 2015

Neil took on my case regarding family law. I found him thoughtful, resourceful, thorough, and insightful. He provided solid counsel, and very competent help. I would recommend him to anyone needing a very good family law attorney

Annie
August 20, 2015

Neil and his team were amazing helping me through my divorce proceedings this year! He and his staff were professional, kind, patient and supportive throughout the process. They made a very difficult time more bearable with their compassion, attention to detail and responsiveness. I was always able to get a hold of someone via phone or email and they were more than happy to answer all my questions along the way. I would recommend them to anyone. These guys are awesome and they were worth every cent!

Steven
August 20, 2015

I have enjoyed working with Neil.I had a very difficult divorce case and my wife's attorney did everything possible to fuel the flames. Neil was able to help me resolve many custody and support issues in a collaborative fashion to minimize the costs and obtain a quick resolution. I have a lot of respect for Neil and his office staff - Dorinda his paralegal as well as Kali. I appreciate Neil's approach --he's very calm mannered reasonable and tries to discuss the risks and benefits of different options. At the same time he is realistic and is very efficient overall in getting back to you. Overall I highly recommend him as an attorney.

anonymous
August 22, 2012

Neil helped me out - I was in a really tough situation and very concerned about my child's well-being. He was honest and worked with me financially. You could see that he cared about the well-being of my child and he did not rush me through the meeting, I felt like i mattered to him. I would highly recommend Neil.

anonymous
June 3, 2010

Neil Forester is a top notch attorney who leaves no stone unturned. I used Neil in a complicated dissolution involving not only community property but also a co-owned business. There were many issues I would not have had proper knowledge of had it not been for Neil's ongoing diligence. I would highly recommend him for anyone looking for an outstanding resource representing the law.

anonymous
May 13, 2010

Neil did a professional job in representing me in my divorce

Matthew
May 6, 2010

Neil did a good job helping me resolve a long and difficult divorce. He considered the expenses associated with litigation and worked with me to bring the proceeding to closure as efficiently and expeditiously as possible.

anonymous
June 6, 2017

Used him as my lawyer and I fully regret it. Never contacted me to update me on my divorce. Always had to go in to figure out what was taking so long with the paperwork and would always beat around the bush and give me some BS excuse. And when I did hear from him, it was him sending me a bill or letting me know he needed more money. So while he did absolutely nothing for my case, he still charged me thousands of dollars...for what?? But the receipt says he charged me $160 for "updating his assistant on the case." Give me a break. This guy will charge you an arm and a leg just to walk over to the fax machine. After 18 months of this nonsense, I hired a new lawyer and she got it done in just a few months. If you wanna be taken advantage of and legally robbed, go for it. But do yourself a favor and look elsewhere.

Larisa
October 25, 2016

I researched extensively to find a lawyer who was not only smart (Neil was an Anthony M. Kennedy Fellow) but also unwilling to take anything but the high road. I also wanted an attorney who would listen to my concerns, complaints, and even demands, but still keep me on the high road as well. In spite of many personal attacks on me and even on Neil by my ex-husband and his lawyer, Neil continued to focus on issues and avoid the low ground that so many divorce cases and custody cases can travel. In my case, I had an ex who after not paying his full child support for six years and owing over $40,000, decided to take me to court to dispute the arrears and get more custody. Yes, that sounds ridiculous and that is exactly the right word to explain the proceedings that took 6 months due to my ex continually making claims and filings that prolonged the inevitable. Throughout the entire 6 months there were many times I was ready to either throw in the towel, or go for the jugular. In each case Neil clearly laid out the correct course of action and stuck to it. Not only did he keep me on the right track, Neil kept himself on the moral high ground. My ex and his attorney resulted to personal attacks on Neil in their court filings, but Neil refused to respond and stayed on point. I believe his approach saved me from getting into an even longer battle of he said/she said. He was fair in his billing, honest in his approach with me and my ex, and clearly experienced with the courts and family law. I highly recommend Neil!!

Mark
August 21, 2015

Neil took on my case regarding family law. I found him thoughtful, resourceful, thorough, and insightful. He provided solid counsel, and very competent help. I would recommend him to anyone needing a very good family law attorney

Annie
August 20, 2015

Neil and his team were amazing helping me through my divorce proceedings this year! He and his staff were professional, kind, patient and supportive throughout the process. They made a very difficult time more bearable with their compassion, attention to detail and responsiveness. I was always able to get a hold of someone via phone or email and they were more than happy to answer all my questions along the way. I would recommend them to anyone. These guys are awesome and they were worth every cent!

Steven
August 20, 2015

I have enjoyed working with Neil.I had a very difficult divorce case and my wife's attorney did everything possible to fuel the flames. Neil was able to help me resolve many custody and support issues in a collaborative fashion to minimize the costs and obtain a quick resolution. I have a lot of respect for Neil and his office staff - Dorinda his paralegal as well as Kali. I appreciate Neil's approach --he's very calm mannered reasonable and tries to discuss the risks and benefits of different options. At the same time he is realistic and is very efficient overall in getting back to you. Overall I highly recommend him as an attorney.

anonymous
August 22, 2012

Neil helped me out - I was in a really tough situation and very concerned about my child's well-being. He was honest and worked with me financially. You could see that he cared about the well-being of my child and he did not rush me through the meeting, I felt like i mattered to him. I would highly recommend Neil.

anonymous
June 3, 2010

Neil Forester is a top notch attorney who leaves no stone unturned. I used Neil in a complicated dissolution involving not only community property but also a co-owned business. There were many issues I would not have had proper knowledge of had it not been for Neil's ongoing diligence. I would highly recommend him for anyone looking for an outstanding resource representing the law.

anonymous
May 13, 2010

Neil did a professional job in representing me in my divorce

Matthew
May 6, 2010

Neil did a good job helping me resolve a long and difficult divorce. He considered the expenses associated with litigation and worked with me to bring the proceeding to closure as efficiently and expeditiously as possible.

anonymous
June 6, 2017

Used him as my lawyer and I fully regret it. Never contacted me to update me on my divorce. Always had to go in to figure out what was taking so long with the paperwork and would always beat around the bush and give me some BS excuse. And when I did hear from him, it was him sending me a bill or letting me know he needed more money. So while he did absolutely nothing for my case, he still charged me thousands of dollars...for what?? But the receipt says he charged me $160 for "updating his assistant on the case." Give me a break. This guy will charge you an arm and a leg just to walk over to the fax machine. After 18 months of this nonsense, I hired a new lawyer and she got it done in just a few months. If you wanna be taken advantage of and legally robbed, go for it. But do yourself a favor and look elsewhere.

Larisa
October 25, 2016

I researched extensively to find a lawyer who was not only smart (Neil was an Anthony M. Kennedy Fellow) but also unwilling to take anything but the high road. I also wanted an attorney who would listen to my concerns, complaints, and even demands, but still keep me on the high road as well. In spite of many personal attacks on me and even on Neil by my ex-husband and his lawyer, Neil continued to focus on issues and avoid the low ground that so many divorce cases and custody cases can travel. In my case, I had an ex who after not paying his full child support for six years and owing over $40,000, decided to take me to court to dispute the arrears and get more custody. Yes, that sounds ridiculous and that is exactly the right word to explain the proceedings that took 6 months due to my ex continually making claims and filings that prolonged the inevitable. Throughout the entire 6 months there were many times I was ready to either throw in the towel, or go for the jugular. In each case Neil clearly laid out the correct course of action and stuck to it. Not only did he keep me on the right track, Neil kept himself on the moral high ground. My ex and his attorney resulted to personal attacks on Neil in their court filings, but Neil refused to respond and stayed on point. I believe his approach saved me from getting into an even longer battle of he said/she said. He was fair in his billing, honest in his approach with me and my ex, and clearly experienced with the courts and family law. I highly recommend Neil!!

Mark
August 21, 2015

Neil took on my case regarding family law. I found him thoughtful, resourceful, thorough, and insightful. He provided solid counsel, and very competent help. I would recommend him to anyone needing a very good family law attorney

Annie
August 20, 2015

Neil and his team were amazing helping me through my divorce proceedings this year! He and his staff were professional, kind, patient and supportive throughout the process. They made a very difficult time more bearable with their compassion, attention to detail and responsiveness. I was always able to get a hold of someone via phone or email and they were more than happy to answer all my questions along the way. I would recommend them to anyone. These guys are awesome and they were worth every cent!

Steven
August 20, 2015

I have enjoyed working with Neil.I had a very difficult divorce case and my wife's attorney did everything possible to fuel the flames. Neil was able to help me resolve many custody and support issues in a collaborative fashion to minimize the costs and obtain a quick resolution. I have a lot of respect for Neil and his office staff - Dorinda his paralegal as well as Kali. I appreciate Neil's approach --he's very calm mannered reasonable and tries to discuss the risks and benefits of different options. At the same time he is realistic and is very efficient overall in getting back to you. Overall I highly recommend him as an attorney.

anonymous
August 22, 2012

Neil helped me out - I was in a really tough situation and very concerned about my child's well-being. He was honest and worked with me financially. You could see that he cared about the well-being of my child and he did not rush me through the meeting, I felt like i mattered to him. I would highly recommend Neil.

anonymous
June 3, 2010

Neil Forester is a top notch attorney who leaves no stone unturned. I used Neil in a complicated dissolution involving not only community property but also a co-owned business. There were many issues I would not have had proper knowledge of had it not been for Neil's ongoing diligence. I would highly recommend him for anyone looking for an outstanding resource representing the law.

anonymous
May 13, 2010

Neil did a professional job in representing me in my divorce

Matthew
May 6, 2010

Neil did a good job helping me resolve a long and difficult divorce. He considered the expenses associated with litigation and worked with me to bring the proceeding to closure as efficiently and expeditiously as possible.

anonymous
June 6, 2017

Used him as my lawyer and I fully regret it. Never contacted me to update me on my divorce. Always had to go in to figure out what was taking so long with the paperwork and would always beat around the bush and give me some BS excuse. And when I did hear from him, it was him sending me a bill or letting me know he needed more money. So while he did absolutely nothing for my case, he still charged me thousands of dollars...for what?? But the receipt says he charged me $160 for "updating his assistant on the case." Give me a break. This guy will charge you an arm and a leg just to walk over to the fax machine. After 18 months of this nonsense, I hired a new lawyer and she got it done in just a few months. If you wanna be taken advantage of and legally robbed, go for it. But do yourself a favor and look elsewhere.

Larisa
October 25, 2016

I researched extensively to find a lawyer who was not only smart (Neil was an Anthony M. Kennedy Fellow) but also unwilling to take anything but the high road. I also wanted an attorney who would listen to my concerns, complaints, and even demands, but still keep me on the high road as well. In spite of many personal attacks on me and even on Neil by my ex-husband and his lawyer, Neil continued to focus on issues and avoid the low ground that so many divorce cases and custody cases can travel. In my case, I had an ex who after not paying his full child support for six years and owing over $40,000, decided to take me to court to dispute the arrears and get more custody. Yes, that sounds ridiculous and that is exactly the right word to explain the proceedings that took 6 months due to my ex continually making claims and filings that prolonged the inevitable. Throughout the entire 6 months there were many times I was ready to either throw in the towel, or go for the jugular. In each case Neil clearly laid out the correct course of action and stuck to it. Not only did he keep me on the right track, Neil kept himself on the moral high ground. My ex and his attorney resulted to personal attacks on Neil in their court filings, but Neil refused to respond and stayed on point. I believe his approach saved me from getting into an even longer battle of he said/she said. He was fair in his billing, honest in his approach with me and my ex, and clearly experienced with the courts and family law. I highly recommend Neil!!

Mark
August 21, 2015

Neil took on my case regarding family law. I found him thoughtful, resourceful, thorough, and insightful. He provided solid counsel, and very competent help. I would recommend him to anyone needing a very good family law attorney

Annie
August 20, 2015

Neil and his team were amazing helping me through my divorce proceedings this year! He and his staff were professional, kind, patient and supportive throughout the process. They made a very difficult time more bearable with their compassion, attention to detail and responsiveness. I was always able to get a hold of someone via phone or email and they were more than happy to answer all my questions along the way. I would recommend them to anyone. These guys are awesome and they were worth every cent!

Steven
August 20, 2015

I have enjoyed working with Neil.I had a very difficult divorce case and my wife's attorney did everything possible to fuel the flames. Neil was able to help me resolve many custody and support issues in a collaborative fashion to minimize the costs and obtain a quick resolution. I have a lot of respect for Neil and his office staff - Dorinda his paralegal as well as Kali. I appreciate Neil's approach --he's very calm mannered reasonable and tries to discuss the risks and benefits of different options. At the same time he is realistic and is very efficient overall in getting back to you. Overall I highly recommend him as an attorney.

anonymous
August 22, 2012

Neil helped me out - I was in a really tough situation and very concerned about my child's well-being. He was honest and worked with me financially. You could see that he cared about the well-being of my child and he did not rush me through the meeting, I felt like i mattered to him. I would highly recommend Neil.

anonymous
June 3, 2010

Neil Forester is a top notch attorney who leaves no stone unturned. I used Neil in a complicated dissolution involving not only community property but also a co-owned business. There were many issues I would not have had proper knowledge of had it not been for Neil's ongoing diligence. I would highly recommend him for anyone looking for an outstanding resource representing the law.

anonymous
May 13, 2010

Neil did a professional job in representing me in my divorce

Matthew
May 6, 2010

Neil did a good job helping me resolve a long and difficult divorce. He considered the expenses associated with litigation and worked with me to bring the proceeding to closure as efficiently and expeditiously as possible.

anonymous
June 6, 2017

Used him as my lawyer and I fully regret it. Never contacted me to update me on my divorce. Always had to go in to figure out what was taking so long with the paperwork and would always beat around the bush and give me some BS excuse. And when I did hear from him, it was him sending me a bill or letting me know he needed more money. So while he did absolutely nothing for my case, he still charged me thousands of dollars...for what?? But the receipt says he charged me $160 for "updating his assistant on the case." Give me a break. This guy will charge you an arm and a leg just to walk over to the fax machine. After 18 months of this nonsense, I hired a new lawyer and she got it done in just a few months. If you wanna be taken advantage of and legally robbed, go for it. But do yourself a favor and look elsewhere.

Larisa
October 25, 2016

I researched extensively to find a lawyer who was not only smart (Neil was an Anthony M. Kennedy Fellow) but also unwilling to take anything but the high road. I also wanted an attorney who would listen to my concerns, complaints, and even demands, but still keep me on the high road as well. In spite of many personal attacks on me and even on Neil by my ex-husband and his lawyer, Neil continued to focus on issues and avoid the low ground that so many divorce cases and custody cases can travel. In my case, I had an ex who after not paying his full child support for six years and owing over $40,000, decided to take me to court to dispute the arrears and get more custody. Yes, that sounds ridiculous and that is exactly the right word to explain the proceedings that took 6 months due to my ex continually making claims and filings that prolonged the inevitable. Throughout the entire 6 months there were many times I was ready to either throw in the towel, or go for the jugular. In each case Neil clearly laid out the correct course of action and stuck to it. Not only did he keep me on the right track, Neil kept himself on the moral high ground. My ex and his attorney resulted to personal attacks on Neil in their court filings, but Neil refused to respond and stayed on point. I believe his approach saved me from getting into an even longer battle of he said/she said. He was fair in his billing, honest in his approach with me and my ex, and clearly experienced with the courts and family law. I highly recommend Neil!!

Mark
August 21, 2015

Neil took on my case regarding family law. I found him thoughtful, resourceful, thorough, and insightful. He provided solid counsel, and very competent help. I would recommend him to anyone needing a very good family law attorney

Annie
August 20, 2015

Neil and his team were amazing helping me through my divorce proceedings this year! He and his staff were professional, kind, patient and supportive throughout the process. They made a very difficult time more bearable with their compassion, attention to detail and responsiveness. I was always able to get a hold of someone via phone or email and they were more than happy to answer all my questions along the way. I would recommend them to anyone. These guys are awesome and they were worth every cent!

Steven
August 20, 2015

I have enjoyed working with Neil.I had a very difficult divorce case and my wife's attorney did everything possible to fuel the flames. Neil was able to help me resolve many custody and support issues in a collaborative fashion to minimize the costs and obtain a quick resolution. I have a lot of respect for Neil and his office staff - Dorinda his paralegal as well as Kali. I appreciate Neil's approach --he's very calm mannered reasonable and tries to discuss the risks and benefits of different options. At the same time he is realistic and is very efficient overall in getting back to you. Overall I highly recommend him as an attorney.

anonymous
August 22, 2012

Neil helped me out - I was in a really tough situation and very concerned about my child's well-being. He was honest and worked with me financially. You could see that he cared about the well-being of my child and he did not rush me through the meeting, I felt like i mattered to him. I would highly recommend Neil.

anonymous
June 3, 2010

Neil Forester is a top notch attorney who leaves no stone unturned. I used Neil in a complicated dissolution involving not only community property but also a co-owned business. There were many issues I would not have had proper knowledge of had it not been for Neil's ongoing diligence. I would highly recommend him for anyone looking for an outstanding resource representing the law.

anonymous
May 13, 2010

Neil did a professional job in representing me in my divorce

Matthew
May 6, 2010

Neil did a good job helping me resolve a long and difficult divorce. He considered the expenses associated with litigation and worked with me to bring the proceeding to closure as efficiently and expeditiously as possible.

anonymous
June 6, 2017

Used him as my lawyer and I fully regret it. Never contacted me to update me on my divorce. Always had to go in to figure out what was taking so long with the paperwork and would always beat around the bush and give me some BS excuse. And when I did hear from him, it was him sending me a bill or letting me know he needed more money. So while he did absolutely nothing for my case, he still charged me thousands of dollars...for what?? But the receipt says he charged me $160 for "updating his assistant on the case." Give me a break. This guy will charge you an arm and a leg just to walk over to the fax machine. After 18 months of this nonsense, I hired a new lawyer and she got it done in just a few months. If you wanna be taken advantage of and legally robbed, go for it. But do yourself a favor and look elsewhere.

Larisa
October 25, 2016

I researched extensively to find a lawyer who was not only smart (Neil was an Anthony M. Kennedy Fellow) but also unwilling to take anything but the high road. I also wanted an attorney who would listen to my concerns, complaints, and even demands, but still keep me on the high road as well. In spite of many personal attacks on me and even on Neil by my ex-husband and his lawyer, Neil continued to focus on issues and avoid the low ground that so many divorce cases and custody cases can travel. In my case, I had an ex who after not paying his full child support for six years and owing over $40,000, decided to take me to court to dispute the arrears and get more custody. Yes, that sounds ridiculous and that is exactly the right word to explain the proceedings that took 6 months due to my ex continually making claims and filings that prolonged the inevitable. Throughout the entire 6 months there were many times I was ready to either throw in the towel, or go for the jugular. In each case Neil clearly laid out the correct course of action and stuck to it. Not only did he keep me on the right track, Neil kept himself on the moral high ground. My ex and his attorney resulted to personal attacks on Neil in their court filings, but Neil refused to respond and stayed on point. I believe his approach saved me from getting into an even longer battle of he said/she said. He was fair in his billing, honest in his approach with me and my ex, and clearly experienced with the courts and family law. I highly recommend Neil!!

Mark
August 21, 2015

Neil took on my case regarding family law. I found him thoughtful, resourceful, thorough, and insightful. He provided solid counsel, and very competent help. I would recommend him to anyone needing a very good family law attorney

Annie
August 20, 2015

Neil and his team were amazing helping me through my divorce proceedings this year! He and his staff were professional, kind, patient and supportive throughout the process. They made a very difficult time more bearable with their compassion, attention to detail and responsiveness. I was always able to get a hold of someone via phone or email and they were more than happy to answer all my questions along the way. I would recommend them to anyone. These guys are awesome and they were worth every cent!

Steven
August 20, 2015

I have enjoyed working with Neil.I had a very difficult divorce case and my wife's attorney did everything possible to fuel the flames. Neil was able to help me resolve many custody and support issues in a collaborative fashion to minimize the costs and obtain a quick resolution. I have a lot of respect for Neil and his office staff - Dorinda his paralegal as well as Kali. I appreciate Neil's approach --he's very calm mannered reasonable and tries to discuss the risks and benefits of different options. At the same time he is realistic and is very efficient overall in getting back to you. Overall I highly recommend him as an attorney.

anonymous
August 22, 2012

Neil helped me out - I was in a really tough situation and very concerned about my child's well-being. He was honest and worked with me financially. You could see that he cared about the well-being of my child and he did not rush me through the meeting, I felt like i mattered to him. I would highly recommend Neil.

anonymous
June 3, 2010

Neil Forester is a top notch attorney who leaves no stone unturned. I used Neil in a complicated dissolution involving not only community property but also a co-owned business. There were many issues I would not have had proper knowledge of had it not been for Neil's ongoing diligence. I would highly recommend him for anyone looking for an outstanding resource representing the law.

anonymous
May 13, 2010

Neil did a professional job in representing me in my divorce

Matthew
May 6, 2010

Neil did a good job helping me resolve a long and difficult divorce. He considered the expenses associated with litigation and worked with me to bring the proceeding to closure as efficiently and expeditiously as possible.

anonymous
June 6, 2017

Used him as my lawyer and I fully regret it. Never contacted me to update me on my divorce. Always had to go in to figure out what was taking so long with the paperwork and would always beat around the bush and give me some BS excuse. And when I did hear from him, it was him sending me a bill or letting me know he needed more money. So while he did absolutely nothing for my case, he still charged me thousands of dollars...for what?? But the receipt says he charged me $160 for "updating his assistant on the case." Give me a break. This guy will charge you an arm and a leg just to walk over to the fax machine. After 18 months of this nonsense, I hired a new lawyer and she got it done in just a few months. If you wanna be taken advantage of and legally robbed, go for it. But do yourself a favor and look elsewhere.

Larisa
October 25, 2016

I researched extensively to find a lawyer who was not only smart (Neil was an Anthony M. Kennedy Fellow) but also unwilling to take anything but the high road. I also wanted an attorney who would listen to my concerns, complaints, and even demands, but still keep me on the high road as well. In spite of many personal attacks on me and even on Neil by my ex-husband and his lawyer, Neil continued to focus on issues and avoid the low ground that so many divorce cases and custody cases can travel. In my case, I had an ex who after not paying his full child support for six years and owing over $40,000, decided to take me to court to dispute the arrears and get more custody. Yes, that sounds ridiculous and that is exactly the right word to explain the proceedings that took 6 months due to my ex continually making claims and filings that prolonged the inevitable. Throughout the entire 6 months there were many times I was ready to either throw in the towel, or go for the jugular. In each case Neil clearly laid out the correct course of action and stuck to it. Not only did he keep me on the right track, Neil kept himself on the moral high ground. My ex and his attorney resulted to personal attacks on Neil in their court filings, but Neil refused to respond and stayed on point. I believe his approach saved me from getting into an even longer battle of he said/she said. He was fair in his billing, honest in his approach with me and my ex, and clearly experienced with the courts and family law. I highly recommend Neil!!

Mark
August 21, 2015

Neil took on my case regarding family law. I found him thoughtful, resourceful, thorough, and insightful. He provided solid counsel, and very competent help. I would recommend him to anyone needing a very good family law attorney

Annie
August 20, 2015

Neil and his team were amazing helping me through my divorce proceedings this year! He and his staff were professional, kind, patient and supportive throughout the process. They made a very difficult time more bearable with their compassion, attention to detail and responsiveness. I was always able to get a hold of someone via phone or email and they were more than happy to answer all my questions along the way. I would recommend them to anyone. These guys are awesome and they were worth every cent!

Steven
August 20, 2015

I have enjoyed working with Neil.I had a very difficult divorce case and my wife's attorney did everything possible to fuel the flames. Neil was able to help me resolve many custody and support issues in a collaborative fashion to minimize the costs and obtain a quick resolution. I have a lot of respect for Neil and his office staff - Dorinda his paralegal as well as Kali. I appreciate Neil's approach --he's very calm mannered reasonable and tries to discuss the risks and benefits of different options. At the same time he is realistic and is very efficient overall in getting back to you. Overall I highly recommend him as an attorney.

anonymous
August 22, 2012

Neil helped me out - I was in a really tough situation and very concerned about my child's well-being. He was honest and worked with me financially. You could see that he cared about the well-being of my child and he did not rush me through the meeting, I felt like i mattered to him. I would highly recommend Neil.

anonymous
June 3, 2010

Neil Forester is a top notch attorney who leaves no stone unturned. I used Neil in a complicated dissolution involving not only community property but also a co-owned business. There were many issues I would not have had proper knowledge of had it not been for Neil's ongoing diligence. I would highly recommend him for anyone looking for an outstanding resource representing the law.

anonymous
May 13, 2010

Neil did a professional job in representing me in my divorce

Matthew
May 6, 2010

Neil did a good job helping me resolve a long and difficult divorce. He considered the expenses associated with litigation and worked with me to bring the proceeding to closure as efficiently and expeditiously as possible.

anonymous
June 6, 2017

Used him as my lawyer and I fully regret it. Never contacted me to update me on my divorce. Always had to go in to figure out what was taking so long with the paperwork and would always beat around the bush and give me some BS excuse. And when I did hear from him, it was him sending me a bill or letting me know he needed more money. So while he did absolutely nothing for my case, he still charged me thousands of dollars...for what?? But the receipt says he charged me $160 for "updating his assistant on the case." Give me a break. This guy will charge you an arm and a leg just to walk over to the fax machine. After 18 months of this nonsense, I hired a new lawyer and she got it done in just a few months. If you wanna be taken advantage of and legally robbed, go for it. But do yourself a favor and look elsewhere.

Larisa
October 25, 2016

I researched extensively to find a lawyer who was not only smart (Neil was an Anthony M. Kennedy Fellow) but also unwilling to take anything but the high road. I also wanted an attorney who would listen to my concerns, complaints, and even demands, but still keep me on the high road as well. In spite of many personal attacks on me and even on Neil by my ex-husband and his lawyer, Neil continued to focus on issues and avoid the low ground that so many divorce cases and custody cases can travel. In my case, I had an ex who after not paying his full child support for six years and owing over $40,000, decided to take me to court to dispute the arrears and get more custody. Yes, that sounds ridiculous and that is exactly the right word to explain the proceedings that took 6 months due to my ex continually making claims and filings that prolonged the inevitable. Throughout the entire 6 months there were many times I was ready to either throw in the towel, or go for the jugular. In each case Neil clearly laid out the correct course of action and stuck to it. Not only did he keep me on the right track, Neil kept himself on the moral high ground. My ex and his attorney resulted to personal attacks on Neil in their court filings, but Neil refused to respond and stayed on point. I believe his approach saved me from getting into an even longer battle of he said/she said. He was fair in his billing, honest in his approach with me and my ex, and clearly experienced with the courts and family law. I highly recommend Neil!!

Mark
August 21, 2015

Neil took on my case regarding family law. I found him thoughtful, resourceful, thorough, and insightful. He provided solid counsel, and very competent help. I would recommend him to anyone needing a very good family law attorney

Annie
August 20, 2015

Neil and his team were amazing helping me through my divorce proceedings this year! He and his staff were professional, kind, patient and supportive throughout the process. They made a very difficult time more bearable with their compassion, attention to detail and responsiveness. I was always able to get a hold of someone via phone or email and they were more than happy to answer all my questions along the way. I would recommend them to anyone. These guys are awesome and they were worth every cent!

Steven
August 20, 2015

I have enjoyed working with Neil.I had a very difficult divorce case and my wife's attorney did everything possible to fuel the flames. Neil was able to help me resolve many custody and support issues in a collaborative fashion to minimize the costs and obtain a quick resolution. I have a lot of respect for Neil and his office staff - Dorinda his paralegal as well as Kali. I appreciate Neil's approach --he's very calm mannered reasonable and tries to discuss the risks and benefits of different options. At the same time he is realistic and is very efficient overall in getting back to you. Overall I highly recommend him as an attorney.

anonymous
August 22, 2012

Neil helped me out - I was in a really tough situation and very concerned about my child's well-being. He was honest and worked with me financially. You could see that he cared about the well-being of my child and he did not rush me through the meeting, I felt like i mattered to him. I would highly recommend Neil.

anonymous
June 3, 2010

Neil Forester is a top notch attorney who leaves no stone unturned. I used Neil in a complicated dissolution involving not only community property but also a co-owned business. There were many issues I would not have had proper knowledge of had it not been for Neil's ongoing diligence. I would highly recommend him for anyone looking for an outstanding resource representing the law.

anonymous
May 13, 2010

Neil did a professional job in representing me in my divorce

Matthew
May 6, 2010

Neil did a good job helping me resolve a long and difficult divorce. He considered the expenses associated with litigation and worked with me to bring the proceeding to closure as efficiently and expeditiously as possible.

anonymous
June 6, 2017

Used him as my lawyer and I fully regret it. Never contacted me to update me on my divorce. Always had to go in to figure out what was taking so long with the paperwork and would always beat around the bush and give me some BS excuse. And when I did hear from him, it was him sending me a bill or letting me know he needed more money. So while he did absolutely nothing for my case, he still charged me thousands of dollars...for what?? But the receipt says he charged me $160 for "updating his assistant on the case." Give me a break. This guy will charge you an arm and a leg just to walk over to the fax machine. After 18 months of this nonsense, I hired a new lawyer and she got it done in just a few months. If you wanna be taken advantage of and legally robbed, go for it. But do yourself a favor and look elsewhere.

Larisa
October 25, 2016

I researched extensively to find a lawyer who was not only smart (Neil was an Anthony M. Kennedy Fellow) but also unwilling to take anything but the high road. I also wanted an attorney who would listen to my concerns, complaints, and even demands, but still keep me on the high road as well. In spite of many personal attacks on me and even on Neil by my ex-husband and his lawyer, Neil continued to focus on issues and avoid the low ground that so many divorce cases and custody cases can travel. In my case, I had an ex who after not paying his full child support for six years and owing over $40,000, decided to take me to court to dispute the arrears and get more custody. Yes, that sounds ridiculous and that is exactly the right word to explain the proceedings that took 6 months due to my ex continually making claims and filings that prolonged the inevitable. Throughout the entire 6 months there were many times I was ready to either throw in the towel, or go for the jugular. In each case Neil clearly laid out the correct course of action and stuck to it. Not only did he keep me on the right track, Neil kept himself on the moral high ground. My ex and his attorney resulted to personal attacks on Neil in their court filings, but Neil refused to respond and stayed on point. I believe his approach saved me from getting into an even longer battle of he said/she said. He was fair in his billing, honest in his approach with me and my ex, and clearly experienced with the courts and family law. I highly recommend Neil!!

Mark
August 21, 2015

Neil took on my case regarding family law. I found him thoughtful, resourceful, thorough, and insightful. He provided solid counsel, and very competent help. I would recommend him to anyone needing a very good family law attorney

Annie
August 20, 2015

Neil and his team were amazing helping me through my divorce proceedings this year! He and his staff were professional, kind, patient and supportive throughout the process. They made a very difficult time more bearable with their compassion, attention to detail and responsiveness. I was always able to get a hold of someone via phone or email and they were more than happy to answer all my questions along the way. I would recommend them to anyone. These guys are awesome and they were worth every cent!

Steven
August 20, 2015

I have enjoyed working with Neil.I had a very difficult divorce case and my wife's attorney did everything possible to fuel the flames. Neil was able to help me resolve many custody and support issues in a collaborative fashion to minimize the costs and obtain a quick resolution. I have a lot of respect for Neil and his office staff - Dorinda his paralegal as well as Kali. I appreciate Neil's approach --he's very calm mannered reasonable and tries to discuss the risks and benefits of different options. At the same time he is realistic and is very efficient overall in getting back to you. Overall I highly recommend him as an attorney.

anonymous
August 22, 2012

Neil helped me out - I was in a really tough situation and very concerned about my child's well-being. He was honest and worked with me financially. You could see that he cared about the well-being of my child and he did not rush me through the meeting, I felt like i mattered to him. I would highly recommend Neil.

anonymous
June 3, 2010

Neil Forester is a top notch attorney who leaves no stone unturned. I used Neil in a complicated dissolution involving not only community property but also a co-owned business. There were many issues I would not have had proper knowledge of had it not been for Neil's ongoing diligence. I would highly recommend him for anyone looking for an outstanding resource representing the law.

anonymous
May 13, 2010

Neil did a professional job in representing me in my divorce

Matthew
May 6, 2010

Neil did a good job helping me resolve a long and difficult divorce. He considered the expenses associated with litigation and worked with me to bring the proceeding to closure as efficiently and expeditiously as possible.

anonymous
June 6, 2017

Used him as my lawyer and I fully regret it. Never contacted me to update me on my divorce. Always had to go in to figure out what was taking so long with the paperwork and would always beat around the bush and give me some BS excuse. And when I did hear from him, it was him sending me a bill or letting me know he needed more money. So while he did absolutely nothing for my case, he still charged me thousands of dollars...for what?? But the receipt says he charged me $160 for "updating his assistant on the case." Give me a break. This guy will charge you an arm and a leg just to walk over to the fax machine. After 18 months of this nonsense, I hired a new lawyer and she got it done in just a few months. If you wanna be taken advantage of and legally robbed, go for it. But do yourself a favor and look elsewhere.

Larisa
October 25, 2016

I researched extensively to find a lawyer who was not only smart (Neil was an Anthony M. Kennedy Fellow) but also unwilling to take anything but the high road. I also wanted an attorney who would listen to my concerns, complaints, and even demands, but still keep me on the high road as well. In spite of many personal attacks on me and even on Neil by my ex-husband and his lawyer, Neil continued to focus on issues and avoid the low ground that so many divorce cases and custody cases can travel. In my case, I had an ex who after not paying his full child support for six years and owing over $40,000, decided to take me to court to dispute the arrears and get more custody. Yes, that sounds ridiculous and that is exactly the right word to explain the proceedings that took 6 months due to my ex continually making claims and filings that prolonged the inevitable. Throughout the entire 6 months there were many times I was ready to either throw in the towel, or go for the jugular. In each case Neil clearly laid out the correct course of action and stuck to it. Not only did he keep me on the right track, Neil kept himself on the moral high ground. My ex and his attorney resulted to personal attacks on Neil in their court filings, but Neil refused to respond and stayed on point. I believe his approach saved me from getting into an even longer battle of he said/she said. He was fair in his billing, honest in his approach with me and my ex, and clearly experienced with the courts and family law. I highly recommend Neil!!

Mark
August 21, 2015

Neil took on my case regarding family law. I found him thoughtful, resourceful, thorough, and insightful. He provided solid counsel, and very competent help. I would recommend him to anyone needing a very good family law attorney

Annie
August 20, 2015

Neil and his team were amazing helping me through my divorce proceedings this year! He and his staff were professional, kind, patient and supportive throughout the process. They made a very difficult time more bearable with their compassion, attention to detail and responsiveness. I was always able to get a hold of someone via phone or email and they were more than happy to answer all my questions along the way. I would recommend them to anyone. These guys are awesome and they were worth every cent!

Steven
August 20, 2015

I have enjoyed working with Neil.I had a very difficult divorce case and my wife's attorney did everything possible to fuel the flames. Neil was able to help me resolve many custody and support issues in a collaborative fashion to minimize the costs and obtain a quick resolution. I have a lot of respect for Neil and his office staff - Dorinda his paralegal as well as Kali. I appreciate Neil's approach --he's very calm mannered reasonable and tries to discuss the risks and benefits of different options. At the same time he is realistic and is very efficient overall in getting back to you. Overall I highly recommend him as an attorney.

anonymous
August 22, 2012

Neil helped me out - I was in a really tough situation and very concerned about my child's well-being. He was honest and worked with me financially. You could see that he cared about the well-being of my child and he did not rush me through the meeting, I felt like i mattered to him. I would highly recommend Neil.

anonymous
June 3, 2010

Neil Forester is a top notch attorney who leaves no stone unturned. I used Neil in a complicated dissolution involving not only community property but also a co-owned business. There were many issues I would not have had proper knowledge of had it not been for Neil's ongoing diligence. I would highly recommend him for anyone looking for an outstanding resource representing the law.

anonymous
May 13, 2010

Neil did a professional job in representing me in my divorce

Matthew
May 6, 2010

Neil did a good job helping me resolve a long and difficult divorce. He considered the expenses associated with litigation and worked with me to bring the proceeding to closure as efficiently and expeditiously as possible.

anonymous
June 6, 2017

Used him as my lawyer and I fully regret it. Never contacted me to update me on my divorce. Always had to go in to figure out what was taking so long with the paperwork and would always beat around the bush and give me some BS excuse. And when I did hear from him, it was him sending me a bill or letting me know he needed more money. So while he did absolutely nothing for my case, he still charged me thousands of dollars...for what?? But the receipt says he charged me $160 for "updating his assistant on the case." Give me a break. This guy will charge you an arm and a leg just to walk over to the fax machine. After 18 months of this nonsense, I hired a new lawyer and she got it done in just a few months. If you wanna be taken advantage of and legally robbed, go for it. But do yourself a favor and look elsewhere.

Larisa
October 25, 2016

I researched extensively to find a lawyer who was not only smart (Neil was an Anthony M. Kennedy Fellow) but also unwilling to take anything but the high road. I also wanted an attorney who would listen to my concerns, complaints, and even demands, but still keep me on the high road as well. In spite of many personal attacks on me and even on Neil by my ex-husband and his lawyer, Neil continued to focus on issues and avoid the low ground that so many divorce cases and custody cases can travel. In my case, I had an ex who after not paying his full child support for six years and owing over $40,000, decided to take me to court to dispute the arrears and get more custody. Yes, that sounds ridiculous and that is exactly the right word to explain the proceedings that took 6 months due to my ex continually making claims and filings that prolonged the inevitable. Throughout the entire 6 months there were many times I was ready to either throw in the towel, or go for the jugular. In each case Neil clearly laid out the correct course of action and stuck to it. Not only did he keep me on the right track, Neil kept himself on the moral high ground. My ex and his attorney resulted to personal attacks on Neil in their court filings, but Neil refused to respond and stayed on point. I believe his approach saved me from getting into an even longer battle of he said/she said. He was fair in his billing, honest in his approach with me and my ex, and clearly experienced with the courts and family law. I highly recommend Neil!!

Mark
August 21, 2015

Neil took on my case regarding family law. I found him thoughtful, resourceful, thorough, and insightful. He provided solid counsel, and very competent help. I would recommend him to anyone needing a very good family law attorney

Annie
August 20, 2015

Neil and his team were amazing helping me through my divorce proceedings this year! He and his staff were professional, kind, patient and supportive throughout the process. They made a very difficult time more bearable with their compassion, attention to detail and responsiveness. I was always able to get a hold of someone via phone or email and they were more than happy to answer all my questions along the way. I would recommend them to anyone. These guys are awesome and they were worth every cent!

Steven
August 20, 2015

I have enjoyed working with Neil.I had a very difficult divorce case and my wife's attorney did everything possible to fuel the flames. Neil was able to help me resolve many custody and support issues in a collaborative fashion to minimize the costs and obtain a quick resolution. I have a lot of respect for Neil and his office staff - Dorinda his paralegal as well as Kali. I appreciate Neil's approach --he's very calm mannered reasonable and tries to discuss the risks and benefits of different options. At the same time he is realistic and is very efficient overall in getting back to you. Overall I highly recommend him as an attorney.

anonymous
August 22, 2012

Neil helped me out - I was in a really tough situation and very concerned about my child's well-being. He was honest and worked with me financially. You could see that he cared about the well-being of my child and he did not rush me through the meeting, I felt like i mattered to him. I would highly recommend Neil.

anonymous
June 3, 2010

Neil Forester is a top notch attorney who leaves no stone unturned. I used Neil in a complicated dissolution involving not only community property but also a co-owned business. There were many issues I would not have had proper knowledge of had it not been for Neil's ongoing diligence. I would highly recommend him for anyone looking for an outstanding resource representing the law.

anonymous
May 13, 2010

Neil did a professional job in representing me in my divorce

Matthew
May 6, 2010

Neil did a good job helping me resolve a long and difficult divorce. He considered the expenses associated with litigation and worked with me to bring the proceeding to closure as efficiently and expeditiously as possible.

anonymous
June 6, 2017

Used him as my lawyer and I fully regret it. Never contacted me to update me on my divorce. Always had to go in to figure out what was taking so long with the paperwork and would always beat around the bush and give me some BS excuse. And when I did hear from him, it was him sending me a bill or letting me know he needed more money. So while he did absolutely nothing for my case, he still charged me thousands of dollars...for what?? But the receipt says he charged me $160 for "updating his assistant on the case." Give me a break. This guy will charge you an arm and a leg just to walk over to the fax machine. After 18 months of this nonsense, I hired a new lawyer and she got it done in just a few months. If you wanna be taken advantage of and legally robbed, go for it. But do yourself a favor and look elsewhere.