Carlos Guillermo Salinas

I sought the counsel of Carlos Salinas for an order of protection from my husband after a very terrifying situation. Carlos was a calming and confident presence during very difficult court proceedings. From the instant I began working with Carlos, it was apparent that he was beyond knowledgeable and... experienced with not only family law, but domestic violence and orders of protection as well. Carlos walked me through every step of the process in a manner that was reassuring and comprehensible. It was not just Carlos’s professionalism and expertise that stood out to me however. Carlos was compassionate and relatable. I knew that he genuinely cared, and his sincerity made all the difference while going through such a difficult situation. I never felt like "just a case" to Carlos. It was clear that we were a team, and Carlos was there for support and to fight for me. I am very fortunate to have had Carlos Salinas represent me. I cannot say enough positive praises- I highly recommend Carlos Salinas!

I initially found Carlos through this site. I read through many of his client reviews that told a story similar to mine: bad advice from a previous attorney, resulting in their having signed an unfair/burdensome possession order. I scheduled my consultation, hoping that he could get me the just and f...air shared custody I wanted. I was pleased by his straightforward manner, and that he had a casual, but professional demeanor. Do not let his casual vibe fool you. Carlos is a bulldog on your side. He understands the emotional and psychological toll family law proceedings take on you. He will counsel you when to take a strong stand, and when to hang back and let the other side hang themselves with their own actions. Do you have a narcissist ex-partner who is seemingly dedicated to making your life as difficult as possible, even if it causes suffering for your child/ren? Carlos is your best defense - both shield and sword. He knows the law and its applications, as well as what family law judges do and do not want to hear/see. He is motivated by a desire for justice, fighting for those who feel powerless or taken advantage of. Finally - and this was important to me as a single mom receiving no child support - his rates are reasonable. He is very invested in making sure you get the best representation for your money. If this is all new and overwhelming to you, you couldn't ask for a better guide on when and how to spend the funds in your retainer. This is crucial in cases that can drag out for months due to hearings on motions, negotiations on agreements, and mediation. Family court sucks. But you can feel confident you'll get your best outcome with Carlos on your side.

Carlos is patient, intelligent, but most of all, kind. He never loses sight of the people behind the paperwork, and works hard to reach a final outcome that’s ethical and fair. He was calm when I wasn’t, and angry on my behalf when I couldn’t be. He provided both information and advice, each in the... right amount, and at the right time. He was a knowledgeable guide through a place I didn’t really want to be who consistently protected me from pitfalls I couldn’t see, and kept me from fixating on dangers that weren’t as likely as I feared. He’s able to translate from lawyerese into layman, and distill actionable steps from arcane requirements. He was compassionate when things were hard, tough when they were scary, and best of all, he got me where I wanted to be— divorced, with my kid’s interests protected, and money in the bank. I don’t suppose anyone’s happy to need a divorce lawyer, but I’m happy Carlos was mine.

Mr. Salinas is an exceptional attorney. He is ultra-competent, sharply focused and will advocate on your behalf. To work with an attorney who is not only professional, but honest, insightful, knowledgeable, and compassionate was refreshing. In a setting where emotions run high, he was able to gui...de me, keep me grounded and give me realistic solutions to my case. His strong negotiation skills gave me the security to stay focused. Most importantly, I trusted Mr. Salinas and that he had my best interest in mind. He also has an incredibly nice staff that's efficient and helpful. Everything was done in a timely matter and I was never once feeling left in the dark. For a very unpleasant experience, I'm incredibly grateful that Mr. Salinas represented me. He supported and validated me by hearing my needs, concerns and priorities and took care of them accordingly. I hope I won't need an attorney in the future, but if i do, I would only want his representation. Mr. Salinas stands out from all the rest.