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Posted by anonymous | January 13, 2019 | Hired Attorney

The Very Best

I have worked with many attorneys since my separation and divorce, ten years now. Most recently, I had a different lawyer for a modification that Carlos could not assume because he moved to a new firm, where my ex had been a client. I really missed Carlos' absolute excellence and strategy. Carlos ...will defend YOU and what you are looking to obtain. He will not play judge (which is something many lawyers do, to lower their clients expectations). Carlos is a magnificent lawyer and has the skills to get you as far as you can go, within the context of your own case and circumstance.

Carlos Lastra

Replied last January 13, 2019

Thank you so much for leaving this review. I regret that my new firm caused a irreconcilable conflict precluding me under the ethical rules from helping you. Nevertheless, I enjoyed representing you before and I hope that you are able to achieve the same success as before.

Posted by Laura | January 13, 2019 | Hired Attorney

Exceptional divorce attorney

I engaged two other lawyers before I found Carlos Lastra, and I am so thankful that I made the change. Mine was a complicated divorce, with an uncooperative, volatile and verbally abusive spouse, and Carlos put a lot of thought into strategy, while maintaining the flexibility to adapt to the constan...tly changing events as they unfolded. He was compassionate in working with me, and I could tell that he truly cared about me and fought hard to get me the best possible outcome. He also did an excellent job preparing me and my witnesses for our testimony and had full command of the case in the courtroom. His knowledge, experience, hard work, and strategy ultimately paid off and he was successful in obtaining the best possible results for me. I cannot endorse Carlos highly enough; he is truly an exceptional attorney.

Carlos Lastra

Replied last January 13, 2019

Thanks Laura for your review and the opportunity to get you a good outcome. I thank you for your words concerning my approach to representing clients so that other might know too. I wish you all the best.

Posted by Lisa | January 13, 2019 | Hired Attorney

Highly Recommended

Carlos Lastra guided me though a non-contested, no-trial divorce which was my desire and was to the benefit of all parties. His professionalism was impeccable. He was well organized, thorough and responded quickly. He was an attentive listener and communicated clearly. Obviously, going though a divo...rce is an extremely personal and painful process. I found Carlos to be kind, very respectful and never judgmental. I give him my highest recommendation.

Carlos Lastra

Replied last January 13, 2019

Thanks Lisa! I am so happy to know that you were pleased with the result and the manner and means by which it was accomplished. Thank you for letting me know.

Posted by Lyat | January 13, 2019 | Hired Attorney

Wonderful Attorney

During the enormous stress of my legal case, the one consolation I had was knowing that I was in the best hands possible. I have hired two previous family law attorneys and Carlos's intelligence,experience and interpersonal skills are incomparable. I really hope I will not need an attorney again, b...ut if I do- I would would never work with anyone other than Carlos. I am very grateful for Carlos's depth of knowledge of the law, and his communication skills. Once again, his intelligence- for which there is no replacement in the court of law- really allowed me to sit back and put my faith in him during an incredibly stressful trial.

Carlos Lastra

Replied last January 13, 2019

I appreciate the review Lyat. Thank you for letting others know how I approach trial work and the impact it had on you and your case. I wish you well.

Posted by anonymous | January 13, 2019 | Hired Attorney

Your best asset in litigation

Mr Lastra has been my attorney for several years for the simple reason that he seeks and delivers the best possible outcome for my case every time. As his client, I observed and benefited first hand from his extensive knowledge of the law, his impeccable professionalism, his complete command of the ...courtroom, and his negotiating savoir-faire at the mediation table. Highly ethical and sensitive to my financial situation, Mr Lastra's professional skills and efficiency ensure that his fees are money well spent and utilized in the most effective way to ultimately accomplish the best results. Above all Mr Lastra is a brilliant strategist. And that in itself is an asset that is priceless. When it comes to the welfare of your children or your assets, you simply can't afford not to hire Mr Lastra and you definitely can't afford your ex to hire him before you do.

Carlos Lastra

Replied last January 13, 2019

Everything is strategic -- especially if you want to accomplish the best results. Understanding the client's goals and their resources to achieve them are also indispensable. Thank you for sharing your views on how that was addressed in your case. I am thrilled I met your needs.

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