Carla C Kjellberg

Carla was the best Lawyer for my case. She made it quick and painless. I won my case within two court hearings. Many thanks to Carla Kjellberg and her assistant, Jan.

I was referred to Carla by a mutual friend. I felt I had an exceedingly difficult situation trying to find my way through the fog, threats, and abuse of a narcissistic spouse and mother of my children. My situation felt hopeless. Carla did not waste any time or money for that matter in my case. She knew exactly what to do and immediately went to work to resolve my difficult situation. I found Carla to be very direct and straight to the point. I appreciated this style of approach, as I was already in a difficult place and needed professional guidance that was to the point. I was very impressed and immensely relieved to find Carla. I must stress how very grateful I am to have found Carla. Thank you Carla!

I hired Ms. Kjellberg after growing frustrated with my previous lawyer who had scarcely advanced my case in nearly two years despite charging me tens of thousands of dollars. The difference was striking. Carla immediately got to work on my case and helped me resolve it in a very favorable manner in just seven months - a short time period for a difficult case like mine. I especially appreciated how targeted she was in the use of her time and mine. I knew that every hour for which I was charged was an hour she had actually spent working on my case, and if I was making an irrelevant point she would cut me off so that I wouldn't waste time for which I was being charged. This was a sharp contrast to my previous lawyer, whom I felt was looking for any excuse to drag out the process and milk me dry. Carla's communication style can be abrupt - as she will point out, she is a lawyer, not a counselor, so don't expect warm fuzzies. But if you are looking for a no-nonsense, effective lawyer I highly recommend her. She made a terrific advocate and you will be glad to have her on your side.

"I will tell you what you need to know, not just what you want to hear." This quote from Carla's own description is entirely accurate and reflects what every person unfortunate enough to require an attorney to resolve a family dispute should ask for. Carla excels at setting reasonable expectations based on her extensive experience in the family court system. She will not indulge wishful thinking about ways to exclude your ex from your children's life. She will outline for you how family court expects reasonable adults who are committed to coparenting to behave and be blunt about what is in the best interest of children. If your ex is truly a danger to your children, she will work tirelessly to protect your kids. Reality was sometimes hard for me to swallow, but even when Carla's advice was hard to hear, when I reflected on what she told me, I knew she was right. Attorneys bill their time in small increments. I further appreciated that Carla did not ever beat around the bush.

I hired Carla twice! She represented me through my divorce and then again, when my Ex didn't meet the required obligations. She is fair and honest and will tell you exactly how things are going to play out. That's because she has the experience, knowledge, and expertise to do so. The legal process can be intimidating, but hiring Carla eased my worries. She went to great lengths to understand my situation and work with me on the outcome, even financially. Don't hesitate to move forward with your legal process. Carla will take care of you!

I had a confusing situation, she was patient and understanding. She was prompt with her responses and provided the answers right away. She only reviewed my paperwork, but if I need her to continue I will be hiring her to represent me.

Carla is the best! I would highly recommend Carla to anyone going through a divorce. She helped me and my children through tough times when I got divorced 13+ years ago. If not for Carla, I have no doubt that I would have lost visitation of my children. To all you fathers out there who only want to raise your children and move on with your life. I know from personal experience with our legal system that the deck is stacked against you. You need someone who is highly knowledgeable of family law, who understands the importance of a father in their children’s lives. You need someone who is tough as nails and who will fight for you and you kids. Carla is that person.

I was really impressed with Carla. She is very knowledgeable and to-the-point and professional. Mine was a "simple" case, but Carla stood up for my interests and got tough when necessary. I would never have been able to stand up to my ex-husband and was very glad I had Carla on my side!!

Carla has the experience and knows how the courts work to protect my children and I from my ex-husband. When I got divorced in 2009, I did not have an attorney and thought I could advocate for myself in court. I was so wrong. Many years later, my decisions came back to haunt me, so this time around I searched for an attorney who would fight all the way for me. When I read Carla's reviews, what made me want to meet her and have her represent me was her diligence and years working with child custody court cases. I need someone with real experience because it makes a big difference. I really liked the quick and thought-out communition from her. I knew that my battle was going to be difficult because of the situation my children and I were in. After 5 months, my case has still not yet settle, but I believe Carla has the best interest in my children and I. Because of her, I can sleep at night knowing that she will do what it takes to make things right.

Several years after being divorced my ex dragged me into an acrimonious custody dispute and even withheld my children from me for several months. My previous attorney took my money while not providing resolution and in fact took actions that Carla later had to dig me out of. Once I hired Carla, I understood what a difference a competent attorney can make. Carla is effective, conscious of only undertaking effective work, and bills fairly. Your responsibilities will include doing good prep work, being honest to her, following her directions, and accepting her frank assessments. For family law if you need a strong defender who knows the system and how to proceed, I would hire Carla. You will be happy you did.