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Donald Salvatore Desimone

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Rating: 6.7

Licensed for 27 years

Family Lawyer at Burbank, CA
Practice Areas: Family

303 N Glenoaks Blvd Ste 200, Burbank, CA

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 27 years

State: California

Acquired: 1999

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Law Offices of Donald S. Desimone

303 N Glenoaks Blvd Ste 200, Burbank, CA, 91502-1118

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Donald Salvatore Desimone's Reviews

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4.1 /5.0

21 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | August 31, 2026 | Hired Attorney

Truly Grateful !!!

I am so thankful to have found Donald DeSimone during an incredibly stressful and difficult time in my life. I spoke with many attorneys before finding Mr. DeSimone, and what immediately stood out to me was how genuinely confident he was in my case and how much he believed in me. He reassured me that... I had a strong case and, even if I ultimately chose not to retain him, that I was capable of representing myself. That was incredibly meaningful to me because, unfortunately, some of the other attorneys I spoke with made me feel as though I would not succeed without representation or that my case was not strong enough to take on. Mr. DeSimone never made me feel that way. He listened, took my concerns seriously, explained things clearly, and gave me confidence during a very difficult period. I trusted his judgment, and having him in my corner gave me a sense of reassurance and peace of mind that I desperately needed. Beyond his legal knowledge and experience, I can genuinely tell that Mr. DeSimone cares about his clients as people. He is compassionate, straightforward, professional, and, most importantly, a very genuine human being. I am incredibly grateful for the support and guidance he has given me, and I would absolutely reach out to him again and confidently recommend him to my friends and family. -AB

Posted by Connie | August 25, 2026 | Hired Attorney

Highly recommend!

Donald was very helpful and professional throughout the whole process. He helped me with my divorce and other family matters and made everything feel much easier to understand. I really appreciated his guidance and would definitely recommend him to anyone needing a family attorney.

Posted by Jake | August 11, 2026 | Hired Attorney

Excellent Legal Guidance from a Trusted Community Member

I know Donald through our church community, and when I needed legal representation for adjusting child and spousal support, I turned to him. Throughout this ongoing and sensitive process, Donald has been exceptionally professional, attentive, and reliable. Adjusting support agreements can be stressfu...l, but having someone knowledgeable and trustworthy on my side has made a world of difference. I highly recommend his services to anyone seeking professional legal guidance.

Posted by Ismael | May 13, 2026 | Hired Attorney

A truly caring and trustworthy family attorney

Going through a custody case is one of the most stressful experiences I’ve dealt with. I originally started the process representing myself, but it quickly became clear I needed experienced legal guidance. After researching and speaking with multiple lawyers, Donald DeSimone stood out immediately.... From our very first phone call, I felt heard and reassured that I had found the right attorney. Don and his Office Manager Careen were both incredibly helpful throughout the entire process. Their professionalism, communication, and support gave me a sense of relief during a very difficult situation. I truly appreciate everything they did for me and my son.

Posted by Fatim | April 21, 2026 | Hired Attorney

Great Family Lawyer in Burbank

Finding a lawyer who handles family matters with excellence as Donald did for my kids and myself. As these cases are usually incredibly stressful. He helps and guided me through the whole process with easy and calm.

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University of La Verne College of Law

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California State University, Northridge

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