Gerry and Team are extremely professional, reliable and efficient. Handled my divorce issue efficiently and in the quickest time possible.
I was fortunate to find them online and am so glad I trusted them with my case; can’t recommend them enough.
Review Left On 03/01/2020
Wei Lwz
Mr. Maggio and his team representing me during my toughest time. Gerry is extremely generous, polite, on-time and professional. He guided me through the unfamiliar details with knowledge, patience, kindness and value of the family. Gerry use MyCase as excellent electronic documentation and communication system, all the team member are very polite and responsive. I would recommend Gerry Maggio and his team to anyone looking for a Family law Attorney. Thank you again!
Review Left On 03/01/2020
Sol Naman
Gerry, has helped me for several complicated issues involving several years of service. He has assisted in surveillance and negotiations with opposing attorney in expediting a divorce settlement from life time alimony to a single payoff , Good work
I can not thank Gerry & Team enough for what they have done for me during what has been a very difficult time of my life. Gerry is a very intelligent attorney, he listened to me carefully, set realistic expectations and kept me posted on everything. I was very impressed with the attention to detail & accuracy in all his communications. Finally what started as a complicated case, settled out of court because of the efforts of Gerry & his team. I wish the team very best and would highly recommend them to anyone looking for family law attorney.
Review Left On 03/01/2020
Jeff Howell
Divorce is never easy but having Mr. Maggio and his team representing me during this tough time made it so much easier. Gerry is generous with his time and is extremely professional. He guided me through the unfamiliar details with knowledge, patience and kindness. I would recommend Gerry Maggio and his team to anyone looking for an Attorney. Thank you again!
Review Left On 03/01/2020
DA Igels
Best Attorney in OC! To say I had a challenging situation is an understatement. I hired Gerry and the amount of passion and professionalism he exerted in my case (divorce/custody) was a breath of fresh air. Gerry truly cared about me and my case and I could not have been happier with his service. Going through my situation was not easy but i could not have done it without Gerry. I would recommend him hands down over any other attorney in OC. He has a calm demeanor, and he is extremely knowledgeable and will fight for his clients in their best interest.
Review Left On 03/01/2020
Christine Odum
I hired Mr. Maggio for my divorce and custody battle. They were always friendly and explained things in a way I could understand. They would take the time to answer all my questions. No matter how busy they were, I always got a fast reply through email or a phone call. They took the time to get to know me and my case. They made me feel like I wasn't just some random client and truly cared about me and my case. I would recommend this law firm!
Review Left On 03/01/2020
Lindsey Verslype
Hes fantastic..
Review Left On 01/01/2020
Andrea Esser
After having started with another attorney and getting nowhere, I switched to Mr. Maggio's office. Mr. Maggio took my case after I had little faith in the system, and he got me results in the time frame he originally projected. My previous attorney had my case for over 4 years, whereas, Mr. Maggio had results and full closure in less than 1.5 years. Mr. Maggio and his team gave me hope. They were dependable and answered all my questions throughout the entire process. If you want results, I would recommend Mr. Maggio.
Review Left On 01/01/2020
choochoo yen
It is unusual but TRUE, I am giving the excellent/5-star-rating to the lawyers of my “ex”, The Law Office of Maggio in Irvine, Calif.
I never met Mr. Maggio nor his staff attorney, Ms. Julie Ringquist, who primarily worked on our case. However, through the legal process, their accomplishment was remarkable, and I was very impressed. In spite of a very difficult relationship, including much mistrust, between my husband and myself, Mr. Maggio was ethically working with my “ex” for the peaceful settlement, instead of wasting money in court fighting.
Day in day out, Ms. Ringquist was extremely diligent in the required legal work, extremely patient with my “ex”, and she was very thorough in her explanation and instruction at each and all my inquiries/requests. She did her utmost best to maintain peace as well.
Ms. Ringquist was among the most brilliant attorneys I have met, and her writing/communication skills were excellent, and thus very efficient. She was able to figure out exactly each party’s personality and stress level, though she never met me. She was very professional and carrying out the terms for both sides. She could see through who, what, why, how and did her very best to get the divorce done. She went extra steps at the court to follow up promptly.
Above all, I am most grateful for her sincere kindness, her compassion extended to me. Not a single word from her that I was not her client. I received her attention as if I were her client. No word can fully express my appreciation to her and that I am still alive to see the end of my marriage.
Ms. Ringquist is an outstanding family attorney beyond the legal process. I can see her most wonderful for difficult cases, especially involving children before and after divorce.
C. Ha - almost 70 years old divorcee (ha!)
Review Left On 10/01/2019
Mila tv
Mr. Maggio is very polite during consultations, and he made me believe that he could help me with my case. I paid twice for his consultations. He said he was going to take on my case, but when I went to sign the agreement another lawyer was waiting for me. This was a meeting that Mr. Maggio agreed to and was supposed to show up at, in HIS offices.
Julie Ringquest was waiting for me, who apologized for his absence and explained that she could help me. I didn't think that he would approve for anyone for a meeting in his offices who was not a part of his company. I was misled, I ended up hiring her being. She ruined my case, I lost so much time and money. She did nothing for my case; she wasted my time, money, and ruined my case.
Mr. Maggio should not have been a part of misleading me. When I emailed to confront him, he completely denied that he accepted to take on my case. Then I don't see why he confirmed an appointment in his offices. He should not allow for lawyers that are not associated with him to have meetings in his offices. Steer clear, don't get tricked.
Review Left On 03/01/2018
Bobby Grant
I had the pleasure having Gerald Maggio as my attorney through my divorce. Although my case was low profile compared to some of the very high-profile cases that mr. Maggio works with, he was always very diligent in making sure everything was taken care of promptly. I would highly recommend his services to anyone needed assistance through a divorce or child custody.
Review Left On 03/01/2018
Raymond Cohen
My experience with Gerry Maggio, Esq. was very positive. I changed Attoneys midstream in my case and was pleased I made the decision.
Gerry is authentic, provides solid dispassionate advice and has lots of personal integrity. If you value a person who listens more than he talks, he’s someone to seriously consider working with.
Gerry is a rare breed of family law attorneys who is committed to getting you the result you are seeking in your divorce matter - as opposed to padding his fees and dragging things out. And since Gerry is a solo practitioner, he’s also very efficient.
Perhaps you can find a bigger firm with lots of staff and a fancy office - however, if it’s results you are seeking at a reasonable price, then Gerry Maggio is a perfect choice!
Review Left On 03/01/2018
Ximena Harris
Gerry and his team are amazing. They resolved my case right away. Gerry is honest and very professional. I am happy to be in good hands. I recommend him 100%
Review Left On 03/01/2018
Mindy McDaniel
Thank you, Gerry! I do appreciate the work you and Carol did to help move my case along. The confidence you gave me was priceless and I would not be happily moving along, as I am, without you.
Review Left On 03/01/2018
Kino Diaz
After meeting with Gerry, I felt good about his knowledge and ability to understand my situation. He was able to provide guidance on what to expect during the divorce process, set realistic time expectations for the case and answer my questions on likely outcomes. During the process Gerry was able to answer questions on my "what if" scenarios and also keep me focused on the overall case so we can get to resolution instead letting me get too worked up on winning small battles that came up. HIs price and retainer were very fair and overall I was pleased with how Gerry represented me.
Review Left On 03/01/2018
K Kimi
After spending countless hours reading online reviews of all the possible divorce attorneys in Orange County, I finally decided to consult with Gerry. With 3 young kids at home and being new to this whole "divorce" process, I felt completely overwhelmed. From all the legal terminology to the different "FL" forms i needed to complete and what my legal rights were, i was in desperate need of legal advice and assistance. After my initial consult with Gerry, my mind was at ease. Never once did i feel pressured during that meeting to retain him. He was confident and reassuring and provided me with the direction I needed. I am extremely satisfied with the services received and happy I made the decision to retain him. He was extremely professional, compassionate and knowledgeable throughout the whole process and a true pleasure to work with. I was also amazed by how fast he returned my final judgment. Thank you Gerry for all your help and hard work.
Review Left On 03/01/2017
CYNTHIA VU
I was referred to Gerry by a former colleague. Initially, I thought my case would be impossible to have a post marital/post nuptial agreement as courts treat them with special caution. Gerry informed me of the California laws and also ensured that my husband was entitled to be represented as well to protect his rights. Gerry and his staff was on key in organization, communication and following through. The whole settlement process went smooth and made our closing experience a great one. We could not be more satisfied with our experience. I have enjoyed working with Gerry and his staff. I give this Firm a two thumbs up!
Review Left On 03/01/2017
Rachel Ochoa
My case was not simple to say the least. My ex filed for divorce in two counties simultaneously and tried to hide his income to avoid child support in addition to being a very high-conflict individual (and more). Gerry dealt with my ex's shenanigans with a forceful tone when necessary, but is very even-keeled and calm. He also doesn't encourage useless filings just to be able to charge you for them, which is much appreciated. I was in court almost every other month for a year, but having Gerry fight for me made it more bearable. His staff is great too. I highly recommend him!
Review Left On 03/01/2016
adrienne reddick
I could sit here all day and brag about my experience with Gerry. He was wonderful from beginning to end. He took the time to explain details to me along the way that I didn't understand as this was my first time getting a divorce and dealing with Child Custody. He was patient, kind, and honest with me the entire time. From the first time I sat down in our consultation I knew that this was the Attorney for me. He is an expert in his profession and had a response for every question I asked, even if I thought my question didn't make sense. He made me feel comfortable, less stressed, and gave me the constant feeling that I would make it through this time in my life and be able to breathe again. I plan on calling upon him again should I need assistance in the future. I highly recommend Gerry to anyone who is in need of a Divorce attorney. I hope you are as pleased as I have been.
Review Left On 03/01/2016
Andrea Monet
Mr. Maggio is my Legal Superhero. I am very happy with the outcome of my case and it would not have been possible without Mr. Maggio and his team, including Carol Sullivan, who were so wonderful to work with! I am thankful for all of the hard work and effort that they put into my case. I come to the end of my professional relationship with his firm with mixed feelings. Delighted on one hand that we achieved the goal and outcome I was seeking, but sad too, as I feel like I am parting from trusted friends I have gained on this journey. While I hope that I do not need Mr. Maggio’s services ever again for a divorce case, I know that I have a trusted legal team to go to for any of the other services he provides.They have my wholehearted and highest recommendation for anyone needing a divorce and/or family law firm.
Review Left On 03/01/2016
Joel Dishno
I hired Gerry in October of 2014 to help me with my divorce. Throughout the process Gerry and his entire staff were great to work with. From the get go I felt extremely comfortable with Gerry and knew that he was the type of person that I wanted to work with. He kept me informed throughout the process, provided me with advice and options, and helped ensure that the divorce process went as smoothly as it could. I am extremely pleased with, not only the outcome, but also with Gerry and his team and would highly recommend him to anyone. He is kind, understanding, intelligent, and provides the best advice based upon your circumstances.
Review Left On 03/01/2016
Leslie Dowd
I highly recommend this office! My divorce was simple, but still a very stressful time to go through. From beginning to end, Gerry was a pleasure to work with. He always had an upbeat attitude, which made me feel more relaxed. He turned what could have been a purely negative experience to a tolerable experience. Thank you, Gerry!
Review Left On 03/01/2015
Trent Rollow
Smart, personable, straightforward, dedicated. Gerry didn't pull any rabbits out of a hat, he just executed solid legal work that saved me a bundle on what was an essentially exaggerated case brought by a vengeful ex-spouse. Gerry's hard work won the day and provided an equitable support agreement for my beloved daughter. I'd use him again in a heartbeat, and knowing my ex, I'll probably do just that sometime in the future.
Review Left On 03/01/2015
ELBA VARGAS
Words cannot express my appreciation with the job Gerald Maggio did for my sister Gloria Salcedo on her divorce case. He showed extraordinary responsiveness and willingness to help us in every way he could in this case. His work was crucial since Gloria was suffering with a terminal cancer.
His professionalism, legal experience, compassion and caring for Gloria through her difficult time were admirable and remarkable. I will not hesitate to contact him in the future, or to recommend him to others when the occasion arises.
Finally, I personally appreciate the fact that he made himself available to us on numerous occasions to answer questions not directly related to the work he had undertaken with regard to Gloria’s case. I view Mr. Maggio as one of my most reliable resources and I look forward to working with him again in the future.
Review Left On 03/01/2015
Jay Roth
Divorce is never easy, but Gerry made a tough time much easier than it could have been. He managed to keep the divorce negotiations calm and focused, even though O/C liked to take on the incendiary tone of my ex on occasion (not to mention keeping me from being my own worst enemy). One of my children has autism, and Gerry was very sympathetic to that, and to the entire family situation. He helped me to see what was best for us all, and focus on being the best dad I could be under the circumstances. I was dreading the experience (who wouldn't?) but Gerry made it all happen as smoothly as it could. At the end of it all, I looked back and realized how much worse it could have been if not for Gerry. The stories I have heard from others about their divorces make me cringe, and appreciate how my situation turned out even more. Thanks Gerry!
Review Left On 03/01/2015
Jamie Flores
How can i put this, i said 4 words after Mr Maggio was done representing me. Thank you your honor, Mr Maggio was very professional on handling my case. Very happy on the outcome. A no non-sence lawyer, knows his job and will fight for you. I have no hesitation recommending him. He is a true 5 star lawyer and worth every penny. Thank you Mr Maggio!!! Albert Flores
Review Left On 03/01/2015
Carla Robles
After having one attorney not really do much and just show up for my case, and basically not fight for me. it was refreshing to have someone like Gerry to fight in my corner. He explained everything and sought out the best options. He fought for me, and was even sympathetic to my situation. Even after the case was settled, I can still call on him with questions, support, and help. I not only respect him, I recommend him to everyone I know
Review Left On 03/01/2015
Rob Rutherford
Gerald is a kind man who works with you in a proactive, supportive way. I think it was key that he helped me understand and condense the legal vernacular into something I could understand. All paperwork, phone-calls were handled in a timely fashion. He is very calm, polite and professional. He has an astute ability to work with opposing counsel in a manner that was positive and moved my divorce into the arena of mediation rather than confrontation. I think his pleasant, honest demeanor and support helped get me through a very tough time. I deeply appreciate his efforts; as we got further into the process, his guidance gave me a sense that all would be well. He certainly helped me lower my stress level. I would highly recommend Gerald to someone who is seeking a seamless, non-confrontational separation. Many thanks Gerald.
Review Left On 03/01/2015
Krista Sargent
Gerry represented me with my divorce and child custody case. He was always professional and helpful. I never felt like he was judging me even when the "dirty laundry" was aired and I appreciated it immensely. His knowledge of the law and the family court system was very good. His office staff have always been professional and helpful too.
During the last decade when there have been issues or questions, I have always been able to talk to Gerry or someone in his office and get help right away. Nobody wants to go through a divorce or deal with custody issues. Having an attorney like Gerry who genuinely cares about you and your case makes it easier to handle. I always felt like he worked towards making sure that my child and I had the best outcome.
Review Left On 03/01/2015
David Currier
Mr. Maggio gave me excellent support for my divorce. He worked with me to get a solution with which I was comfortable and yet made sure that I understood my situation and protected my interest. Every step of the way Mr. Maggio explained my options clearly in an even way, letting me make my decisions with full understanding. I would recommend Mr. Maggio to anyone needing family law assistance.
Review Left On 03/01/2015
Ricardo Fernandez
Mr. Maggio represented me in a family matter. I came to Mr. Maggio from a yelp search which was risky I know. But when I informed Mr. Maggio that the previous attorney really took me for a ride Mr. Maggio really did make me feel comfortable and more importantly made me feel that I could trust him with proper billing. Billing aspect aside Mr. Maggio handled my case professionally and efficiently. I was so happy just to have someone fight for me as if it were his own personal case in court that at the end of the proceeding I gave him a hug. And I'm not a huger I'm more of a firm hand shake kind of guy! I would definitely use him again and definitely would recommend Mr. Maggio!
Review Left On 03/01/2015
Scott Siciliano
I started working with Mr. Gerry Maggio in December of 2010. I was a few months into my divorce. Sadly, I was working previously with another lawyer that absolutely made the process ten times as bad as it already was. I was overcharged, treated disrespectfully, and was put in positions to shovel out more money for court appearances that could have been avoided. My stress levels were unbearable. I knew I needed someone else to represent me.
I found Gerry through a radio referral program on KFI called “Handle on the law”. (It is important to note that there were only a handful of attorneys that were referred). I read some of the testimonials on his site, and boy, this was the kind of man I needed to represent me. Not only do you need a good attorney in what has definitely been the most difficult time of my life, but a friend as well. Gerry was both. I also really enjoyed my conversations with Susan. They were both empathetic to my situation and worked to resolve each issue to my satisfaction.
In my line of business, you only succeed if you are trustworthy, dependable and honorable. Gerry is all that, which is why we worked well together. I found his fees to be reasonable as well, especially for the Newport Beach area.
My divorce in now final, although I am certain I will continue to need his services going forward (I have one of those kind of Ex’s).
I wish all of you reading this the best luck in your difficult situation. Your first step is to call Gerry. ~Scott
Review Left On 03/01/2015
Ann Sarrao
Gerry was so awesome. My divorce was so smooth from start to finish and he made the whole process painless. He definitely has my recommendation to anyone in need of a family law attorney. Hands down one of the best family law attorneys in the OC in my opinion.
Review Left On 03/01/2015
Amy Becker
Gerry gave me excellent support and guidance during my divorce mediation. He worked with us to get a solution and avoid the cost of going to court. He clearly explained the process and was very professional and patient during this stressful period. He was easy to work with and efficient, I did not experience any major delays or unexpected hours billed. I highly recommend him and would not hesitate to use him in the future.
Review Left On 03/01/2015
Marsha Jacobs
Gerry Maggio is a knowledgable understanding attorney I feel so lucky to have found him. I was so worried about my case since I was living out of state during my divorce process. I couldn't be there for appointments but Gerry kept me informed through emails and voice mail messages and never once was I disappointed. He handled everything with care, concern and with the perfessionalism I was expecting. He kept me informed and was able to get me what I needed in my case with out an ugly battle. I was so impressed and will continue to seek his advice in the future if needed. Thanks Again Gerry!!
Review Left On 03/01/2015
Kevin Orton
Gerry helped me through the most trying part of my life. He was there to answer any and all questions my family and I had even on the weekends. The case was resolved; I have started a new chapter in my life. To this day Gerry has remained a good friend.
Review Left On 03/01/2015
Ana Contreras
Gerry Maggio is a good lawyer, he listens and is very knowledgeable in business. He helped me years ago and I have referred him to people, because I honestly believe he is the best!
Review Left On 03/01/2015
Clorox Bleach
Mr. Maggio filed a divorce case for me in late 2010. My husband then filed a competing divorce case around the same time in another, distant county, we then had competing cases to deal with. Mr. Maggio was able to ultimately resolve the case in one of the counties and have that case consolidated into the other case and then transferred to the county that I live in with my children. Mr. Maggio came highly recommended by a friend of mine who had been represented by him, he is easy to work and speak with. He doesn't just tell you what you want to hear, I appreciated his honesty after speaking with a couple other attorneys. I was very happy with my decision in choosing Mr. Maggio to represent me in my divorce. He explained all of my rights, all scenarios and options in my case, and negotiated a very fair result in my case. His staff was also enjoyable to work with. I would not hesitate to refer any of my family or friends to Mr. Maggio.
Review Left On 03/01/2015
Dan Cabanas
Thank you for the legal services that you have provided us over the years. Even though this custody battle is over, you worked hard to help me get our fair share of time with my son. I especially appreciate the personal attention and genuine care that you gave my case. At first I was dismayed at the fact that your previous law firm had assigned our custody case to yet a fourth attorney, knowing what a burden it would be for a new attorney to get a handle on the long history involved. Yet you persevered and learned the facts of our case inside and out and were prepared to do whatever it took to obtain a fair settlement. For these reasons, we chose to retain your services when you moved to a couple of different law firms. Afterward, where once we only had two weeks in the summer, we were given custody of our son a full one-half of the summer, not to mention the fair division of various weekends and holidays throughout the year. Continue to fight the good fight for others.
Review Left On 03/01/2015
Matt Habi
“Gerald A. Maggio has represented me in an ugly, complicated divorce case for the past year, and my case is one with unusual circumstances that have convoluted many of the issues in the case. Moreover, although I know that many other divorcing persons feel the same way, my spouse in particular has been nothing but vindictive and vitriolic towards me on all issues in this case. I have had to deal with a business valuation, cash flow analysis, child custody evaluation, outrageous claims by my wife, a meritless restraining order, and a criminal case, among other issues, all instigated by my spouse with the intent to keep our children away from me and to take every last dime. I thank Mr. Maggio very much for helping me resolve these issues as favorable to me as I think was possible under the difficult circumstances of my case. I found Gerry to be easy to work with, knowledgeable, practical, and able to navigate me and my case through the most difficult time of my life with skill, caring, and compassion. Divorce is often expensive, and my case was one example of that, but I also feel it important to note that my wife’s legal fees were more than double what Mr. Maggio’s legal fees were, for essentially the same amount of work.”
Review Left On 03/01/2015
John Mark Jennings
In addition to being an exceptional family law attorney, Gerry is a fantastic mediator. He has the ability to bring parties together to discovery and craft collaborative solutions to very difficult and emotional problems. While Gerry is a strong, knowledgeable advocate when needed, he had the unique ability to infuse emotional issues with a sense of calm that keeps the parties focused on amicable, prudent resolutions. As a husband and a father, you can tell that Gerry truly understands what is truly at stake in a family law case and takes every opportunity to do what is in the long term best interests of not only the parties but the families that will be forever impacted by the outcome. Gerry has my highest recommendation and I will be forever blessed for having had his assistance.
Review Left On 03/01/2015
Robert San Luis
I retained Gerry about a year and a half ago to represent me in my divorce proceedings that were finalized in Feb. 2012. A friend recommended Gerry to me and I am glad I followed his advice. If you are facing the prospect of divorce, I strongly recommend that you hire Gerry to represent you. He is highly competent and has solid command of all the legal issues surrounding the typically contentious conflicts inherent in divorce cases. In my case we managed to avoid litigation and we resolved the issues with minimal drama. Gerry is a first class professional who served my interests and worked diligently to achieve an optimal outcome. I found him easy to work with and he was always willing to answer my questions and concerns. I trust and respect Gerry and I am happy to recommend him to anyone seeking a decent, reputable and honorable attorney.
Review Left On 03/01/2015
Maria bronfen
Gerry Maggio represented me in my divorce case in 2011-2012, and my case went all the way to trial because we did not get a reasonable settlement offer from the other side. We were in trial for 2 days, which was very emotional and exhausting for me. I found Mr. Maggio to be an excellent litigator in court and represented my position assertively while also being very comforting to me throughout the trial. The court made its ruling which resulted in an outcome that was definitely better than I had expected, and I was very pleased with the resolution of my case. I was very pleased with Mr. Maggio’s representation of me in my case and I would highly recommend him to anyone
Review Left On 03/01/2015
Mike Magdaleno
Mr. Maggio provided excellent representation to me during an unorthodox child support issue. He always provided me with the information I needed to make competent decisions that were in the best interests of the adult child and myself. Family law can be a very emotional process, Mr. Maggio possesses a very calm and reassuring demeanor coupled with the expertise to get the job done in a timely manner.
Review Left On 03/01/2014
Justin Glass
Gerry is a great lawyer, my divorce should not have needed attorneys but Gerry kept me informed, and kept costs as low as possible while protecting my interests. thanks!
Review Left On 03/01/2013
Dennis Wijnker
My divorce case was quite complex and had not moved forward for well over a year when I decided a change was needed and asked Gerry to take the reins. Gerry was personable, knowledgeable and professional at all times. Rather than forcing his opinion he would provide several options with positives and negatives. Most attorneys I interviewed prior to hiring Gerry tended to take an unrealistically positive view of things that would have only lead to disappointment. I felt Gerry was always honest and straightforward with me, presenting both best and worst case scenarios so I felt well informed and empowered to make the right decisions and consequently we were able to settle the case as quickly as possible.
Review Left On 03/01/2013
Gary Schmidt
“I retained Gerald Maggio and his firm, The Maggio Law Firm, in 2011 to deal with a Department of Child Support Services case that resulted in an unfair court order to me, as well as to try to resolve the issues of my divorce case which had not been finalized since it started back in 2004. Mr. Maggio is the fourth attorney that I have had on my case. I have found Mr. Maggio to be the most effective attorney and not only that, but I think he has been the most compassionate and caring. He was recently able to lower my child support to a more fair amount, handled a child support contempt matter favorably, and it appears that Gerry is on track to finally resolve my divorce case after 8 years. Gerry has been very reasonable in his legal fees. I consider him one of the ‘good guys’ and I appreciate all that he has done for me. I highly recommend him.” Gary Schmidt
Review Left On 03/01/2013
John Koukios
“I run my own business and I normally do not care to have to deal with attorneys. However, Gerald Maggio handled my divorce case and he helped me get my case resolved without a lot of headache and heartbreak. He answered questions whenever I asked, advised me of my rights, gave me solid advice, and navigated my case to a good resolution. I hope that I never have to go through another divorce in the future, but I know who to call if I ever do. Thanks for everything!”
Review Left On 03/01/2012
Julie LaCroix America's Career Counselor
Gerry Maggio is a true professional with a range of expertise to navigate complicated matters. When I engaged Gerry, he thoughtfully guided me through my new and confusing legal journey and brought clarity and answers which he then delivered on. Gerry cares about his clients. He leads with kindness but will be tough where needed and above all, always knows what is appropriate to get your agenda through. He is responsive, watchful of finances, and puts you at ease with his ability to stay focused on what is important to you. I give Gerry Maggio my highest recommendation as a legal representative who will understand and care about your intention, and get you the results you are looking for.
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I was fortunate to find them online and am so glad I trusted them with my case; can’t recommend them enough.
several years of service. He has assisted in surveillance and negotiations
with opposing attorney in expediting a divorce settlement from life
time alimony to a single payoff , Good work
settled out of court because of the efforts of Gerry & his team. I wish the team very best and would highly recommend them to anyone looking for family law attorney.
I never met Mr. Maggio nor his staff attorney, Ms. Julie Ringquist, who primarily worked on our case. However, through the legal process, their accomplishment was remarkable, and I was very impressed. In spite of a very difficult relationship, including much mistrust, between my husband and myself, Mr. Maggio was ethically working with my “ex” for the peaceful settlement, instead of wasting money in court fighting.
Day in day out, Ms. Ringquist was extremely diligent in the required legal work, extremely patient with my “ex”, and she was very thorough in her explanation and instruction at each and all my inquiries/requests. She did her utmost best to maintain peace as well.
Ms. Ringquist was among the most brilliant attorneys I have met, and her writing/communication skills were excellent, and thus very efficient. She was able to figure out exactly each party’s personality and stress level, though she never met me. She was very professional and carrying out the terms for both sides. She could see through who, what, why, how and did her very best to get the divorce done. She went extra steps at the court to follow up promptly.
Above all, I am most grateful for her sincere kindness, her compassion extended to me. Not a single word from her that I was not her client. I received her attention as if I were her client. No word can fully express my appreciation to her and that I am still alive to see the end of my marriage.
Ms. Ringquist is an outstanding family attorney beyond the legal process. I can see her most wonderful for difficult cases, especially involving children before and after divorce.
C. Ha - almost 70 years old divorcee (ha!)
Julie Ringquest was waiting for me, who apologized for his absence and explained that she could help me. I didn't think that he would approve for anyone for a meeting in his offices who was not a part of his company. I was misled, I ended up hiring her being. She ruined my case, I lost so much time and money. She did nothing for my case; she wasted my time, money, and ruined my case.
Mr. Maggio should not have been a part of misleading me. When I emailed to confront him, he completely denied that he accepted to take on my case. Then I don't see why he confirmed an appointment in his offices. He should not allow for lawyers that are not associated with him to have meetings in his offices. Steer clear, don't get tricked.
Gerry is authentic, provides solid dispassionate advice and has lots of personal integrity. If you value a person who listens more than he talks, he’s someone to seriously consider working with.
Gerry is a rare breed of family law attorneys who is committed to getting you the result you are seeking in your divorce matter - as opposed to padding his fees and dragging things out. And since Gerry is a solo practitioner, he’s also very efficient.
Perhaps you can find a bigger firm with lots of staff and a fancy office - however, if it’s results you are seeking at a reasonable price, then Gerry Maggio is a perfect choice!
His professionalism, legal experience, compassion and caring for Gloria through her difficult time were admirable and remarkable. I will not hesitate to contact him in the future, or to recommend him to others when the occasion arises.
Finally, I personally appreciate the fact that he made himself available to us on numerous occasions to answer questions not directly related to the work he had undertaken with regard to Gloria’s case. I view Mr. Maggio as one of my most reliable resources and I look forward to working with him again in the future.
Albert Flores
During the last decade when there have been issues or questions, I have always been able to talk to Gerry or someone in his office and get help right away. Nobody wants to go through a divorce or deal with custody issues. Having an attorney like Gerry who genuinely cares about you and your case makes it easier to handle. I always felt like he worked towards making sure that my child and I had the best outcome.
I found Gerry through a radio referral program on KFI called “Handle on the law”. (It is important to note that there were only a handful of attorneys that were referred). I read some of the testimonials on his site, and boy, this was the kind of man I needed to represent me. Not only do you need a good attorney in what has definitely been the most difficult time of my life, but a friend as well. Gerry was both. I also really enjoyed my conversations with Susan. They were both empathetic to my situation and worked to resolve each issue to my satisfaction.
In my line of business, you only succeed if you are trustworthy, dependable and honorable. Gerry is all that, which is why we worked well together. I found his fees to be reasonable as well, especially for the Newport Beach area.
My divorce in now final, although I am certain I will continue to need his services going forward (I have one of those kind of Ex’s).
I wish all of you reading this the best luck in your difficult situation. Your first step is to call Gerry. ~Scott