Choosing a family lawyer is one of the most important decisions that you can make. Our clients have sought out our San Francisco family law practice in some of the most trying times in their lives. They are facing separation from a spouse or partner, divorce, conflicts over child custody, seeking or defending against domestic violence restraining orders, and dealing with the issues of child or spousal support.
If you are looking for an attorney who is a true advocate, someone who vigorously defends you and your children and meticulously researches the laws affecting your life, contact our San Francisco family law office for a consultation. Being a true advocate means getting to know you, finding out about what keeps you up at night when you're worrying about your divorce, separation, or child custody situation.
If you are looking for an attorney who is a true advocate, someone who vigorously defends you and your children and meticulously researches the laws affecting your life, contact our San Francisco family law office for a consultation. Being a true advocate means getting to know you, finding out about what keeps you up at night when you're worrying about your divorce, separation, or child custody situation.
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Larry Ellsworth
Apr 20, 2021
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Positive: Professionalism, Quality, Responsiveness, Value
She is VERY experienced, VERY professional and VERY knowledgable. In short, this is exactly what you want from an attorney. She came highly recommended and now I too would highly recommend her for family law cases. You won't be disappointed !!
She is VERY experienced, VERY professional and VERY knowledgable. In short, this is exactly what you want from an attorney. She came highly recommended and now I too would highly recommend her for family law cases. You won't be disappointed !!
Hazel Images
Mar 17, 2021
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Liat is absolutely wonderful!!! She is such a brilliant lawyer; smart, organized, on-time, and prepared for any scenario. I am so grateful for her passion, dedication, and professionalism. I've hired lawyers before, but Liat is truly the best I've ever worked with. If in the future I have any family law needs, I will go right back to Liat! Thank you so much! JE
Hope Arnold
Mar 11, 2021
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Joshua Ridless
Mar 11, 2021
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Kathleen D.
Mar 10, 2021
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Kind, knowledgeable, strong, fierce and organized are just some words I would use to describe Liat Sadler. She somehow manages to be both direct and warm when providing legal support. Her experience shows and she follows through with great organization and precision. I have recommended Sadler Family Law many times and will continue to do so.
Alex S.
Nov 09, 2018
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Candice Evans
Dec 30, 2017
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I cannot speak more highly of Liat and Elisha's efforts to help finalize my divorce. They were extremely thorough in capturing all relevant details, empathetic to my busy schedule yet persistent, and completely transparent throughout the entire process.
After flailing at multiple attempts to do it myself, I luckily was referred to Sadler Law through a mutual friend. Liat and Elisha took the time to understand the complexity of my situation, capture key objectives, and outline a clear plan to complete filing with full cost and timeline estimates. Her office sent detailed reminders and invoices
After flailing at multiple attempts to do it myself, I luckily was referred to Sadler Law through a mutual friend. Liat and Elisha took the time to understand the complexity of my situation, capture key objectives, and outline a clear plan to complete filing with full cost and timeline estimates. Her office sent detailed reminders and invoices
KayLee L.
Aug 12, 2017
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Divorce is never easy, Its a hard process one have to go through. I'm so greatful to have met Liat,
Not only she's professional, know what she's doing, giving the best advice but also make you feel comfortable, like the everything is going to be ok again.
I probably never thanks you enough but still want to say this, Thank You for everything.
Not only she's professional, know what she's doing, giving the best advice but also make you feel comfortable, like the everything is going to be ok again.
I probably never thanks you enough but still want to say this, Thank You for everything.
H. L.
Aug 02, 2017
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Secretary asked me a bunch of personal questions to which I responded in detail, and then the same secretary called hours later to say that this lawyer could not represent me and that she had a referral for me instead. I asked why the lawyer could not take the case and was refused an explanation.
-Update: lawyer called immediately after this review to apologize for the negative experience I had and to offer an explanation, which was a perfectly reasonable one. If the secretary has simply said what the lawyer explained on the phone, I would have taken the referral. But the meantime, I have already
-Update: lawyer called immediately after this review to apologize for the negative experience I had and to offer an explanation, which was a perfectly reasonable one. If the secretary has simply said what the lawyer explained on the phone, I would have taken the referral. But the meantime, I have already
Tamara M.
Oct 13, 2015
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I cannot recommend Liat enough. She has an amazing personality combination which was exactly what I needed at the time of revisiting my child custody situation. A very sharp, smart, to the point and yet very compassionate person. I felt incredibly well taken care of, well guided and supported by someone who was in the driver's seat when I couldn't be.
I recommend her wholeheartedly.
I recommend her wholeheartedly.
Audra K.
Oct 09, 2015
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The circumstances leading me to Mrs. Sadler's care were not of the warm-and-fuzzy variety.
Emotionally, I was a complete code red : a tangle of devastation and pain.
This was an incredibly vulnerable time in my life however, I didn't want to be coddled.
I needed sound council from someone who would be straight with me and take the reigns - stat.
Liat immediately garnered every ounce of my trust - she was an instantaneous advocate and anchor.
There was no question my wellbeing was her top priority - i was not about billable hours - she honored my humanity.
Throughout, I was repeatedly
Emotionally, I was a complete code red : a tangle of devastation and pain.
This was an incredibly vulnerable time in my life however, I didn't want to be coddled.
I needed sound council from someone who would be straight with me and take the reigns - stat.
Liat immediately garnered every ounce of my trust - she was an instantaneous advocate and anchor.
There was no question my wellbeing was her top priority - i was not about billable hours - she honored my humanity.
Throughout, I was repeatedly
Rebekah T.
Nov 21, 2014
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Liat is Amazing!!!!! I'm so thankful that I found her to help me with my divorce! It was incredibly stressful and scary to go thru this process, especially with two little ones, but she has given me the support and confidence that I need. She is extremely intelligent, level-headed, supportive, and reasonable! I was anxious in the beginning thinking that I would have to go to court, but she gave me the peace of mind that I needed to get thru it and not be anxious.
I would highly recommend her to anyone going thru this difficult process. I am so thankful that I found her to represent me.
I would highly recommend her to anyone going thru this difficult process. I am so thankful that I found her to represent me.
Maraya H.
Oct 31, 2014
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Liat has that rare combination -- acute intelligence, intuitive insight, emotional intelligence, and human compassion. When you hand a heart-rending issue like child custody or property division over to a person like Liat, you can feel confident that she will clearly communicate your options, gently disabuse you of your misconceptions, and lead you to the best solution for your family.Our families, our strength and base, are at issue here and I would trust no one else to advocate for me in this vulnerable area. In fact, after she provided me valuable guidance about a delicate family situation,
Judy C.
Oct 23, 2014
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Beware. Unlike other initial conversations with attorneys, Liat has her assistant ask a ton of invasive personal questions but will not get on the phone to even speak with you. The office collects info such as full name of both parties, employment information and even salary under the guise that it will help speed up the process only to find that you have to go in person for a consultation. Liat claims she can't give legal advise on the phone even before you've asked. Just know that when you call her because you want to know what type of experience she has you won't get an opportunity
Holger B.
Jul 25, 2014
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Divorce: One of the most stressful live events anyone can experience.
I tried it the DIY way: "Yeah, I just fill out this form here, and then submit this other form, get that signature, pay something here... get a form back from the court because i forgot something, re-submit, go back to the court, wait in line, stare out of the window... slowly losing my mind... "
I tried it the cheap way: "Yeah, I just give $200 to 'MyDivorcePapers . com' and spend several nights filling out hundreds of website data, print the stuff out and then what?!?!? What shall i do with all
I tried it the DIY way: "Yeah, I just fill out this form here, and then submit this other form, get that signature, pay something here... get a form back from the court because i forgot something, re-submit, go back to the court, wait in line, stare out of the window... slowly losing my mind... "
I tried it the cheap way: "Yeah, I just give $200 to 'MyDivorcePapers . com' and spend several nights filling out hundreds of website data, print the stuff out and then what?!?!? What shall i do with all
Jason L.
Oct 29, 2013
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Going through a divorce, I had no idea where to start. I heard "get a mediator!" "don't deal with lawyers" "do it yourself" and may others. I'm so glad I found Liat to help me through the process. She explained very clearly what to expect. I found her to be incredibly easy to work with, honest, and flexible. She didn't push her services on me...she explained my options and let me decide. Very glad I decided to let her help.
Kate T.
Jul 27, 2013
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Liat is simply exceptional and I recommend her wholeheartedly. She navigated me through my divorce with professionalism, knowledge, and compassion.
In my case, my ex-husband and I began the divorce process with a mediator--hoping not to have to hire lawyers. As we progressed, complications arose and it became clear we should each hire our own attorney. Liat was on a very short list of referrals from my mediator. I chose her somewhat randomly but knew the first time we spoke on the phone that she was who I wanted to retain.
I did retain Liat, asking her to expedite the divorce process. We went
In my case, my ex-husband and I began the divorce process with a mediator--hoping not to have to hire lawyers. As we progressed, complications arose and it became clear we should each hire our own attorney. Liat was on a very short list of referrals from my mediator. I chose her somewhat randomly but knew the first time we spoke on the phone that she was who I wanted to retain.
I did retain Liat, asking her to expedite the divorce process. We went
Lucy M.
Apr 08, 2013
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I couldn't agree more with all the wonderful things said about Liat in the previous reviews. With whatever personal trial you are going through, you will want someone like Liat to see you through it.
From the moment I walked into Liat's office and met her, I knew she was Team Lucy and she easily earned my trust. She is down to earth and supportive, as well as extremely intelligent, professional and thorough. She is organized, communicates well and is clear about what options are available.
I highly recommend Liat if you want to work with someone who will have your back, is personable
From the moment I walked into Liat's office and met her, I knew she was Team Lucy and she easily earned my trust. She is down to earth and supportive, as well as extremely intelligent, professional and thorough. She is organized, communicates well and is clear about what options are available.
I highly recommend Liat if you want to work with someone who will have your back, is personable
Stella L.
Feb 05, 2013
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Liat is a kind, compassionate and fierce ally. She's committed to doing right by her clients, involved, engaged, kind and present. She's super smart and willing to go the extra mile, thinks creatively and believes in creating the best outcome for families! An excellent attorney, anyone is lucky to have her on her side.
Lisa P.
Mar 10, 2012
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Liat is a person that you definately want on your side. It is always comforting to know that you have a person who genuinely cares about the outcome of your situation, who is there if you need questions answered, and who can reassure you during those anxiety provoking moments. Dealing with a legal matter can be a scary venture for those of us unfamiliar with how it all works, and Liat guided me through rough waters with the utmost of professionalism and compassion.
Elizabeth H.
Feb 14, 2012
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Liat is an amazing lawyer. She is the perfect combination of everything you need in a great lawyer. She is compassionate, passionate, knowledgable, strategic, she thinks outside of the box, she knows her stuff and is at the same time humble. She has a way of making things easy for me to understand while having the background to use the language needed to get through all the legal bureaucracy that is involved with the court system. The work she has done to fight for me and my son has been all I could ask for and much more. She has shown me there is such a thing as an honest lawyer who will fight
