You hear a lot of horror stories about divorce. The fighting, the heartache, your kids hurting and you hurting for them… It’s all awful. My experience was no different. I have a particularly difficult ex wife who is very manipulative and methodical in the way she handled me, the kids and the divor...ce. She was emotionally and physically abusive in our marriage and blamed me for all of it. She used my job and work schedule against me to try and claim that I was unable to have the kids because my schedule wasn’t good for them. I work 12 hour shifts at night, 3-4 nights a week and have flexibility in what days of the week that I work. I have plenty of time off to spend with the kids but was being kept from the kids and not allowed to see them except when she thought it was necessary. My ex told me at the beginning of our separation that for custody and visitation we would start with a 1 hour afternoon visit, once a week. Then once she decided that the kids were ready, we could talk about changing it. She also told me that overnights were out of the question and we would revisit that idea in 3 to 4 years. My kids were 5 and 3 years old at the time. She even kept the kids from me for a month without letting me see them at all because she said I gave her my work schedule to late and the days off that I had didn’t work for her and the kids. I had a very difficult time explaining to an attorney, what was exactly going on because of how sneaky and manipulative things were being done. I was being left out of medical decisions. I was being left out of educational decisions. I was being lied about to the kids and talked bad about to the kids and would have to answer questions from my kids about why I had done the most recent lie she had told them. No one would listen to me. No one would help. I was told to settle. I was told to stop fighting because I was the Dad and had no chance of significant custody time. But I could not give up. I saw the hurt in my kids’ eyes when I would have to take them back before any of us were ready. I just needed to find someone who would listen to what was actually happening. One day I read a review much like this one. This person was talking about his work schedule and how he worked 12 hour shifts. He talked about how Mike Razo helped him get significant custody time with his kids even though his work schedule was being used against him. When I read that, I knew that I needed to speak to Mr. Razo. We set up a meeting to discuss the case with Mr. Razo and get his thoughts on the matter. It took no more that 2 minutes for me to realize this guy was different. He was listening. His responses to my information and questions were like he already knew what was going on. And more than that, he gave me hope that it wasn’t over and that he would do everything in his ability to help me. That began a journey with Mr. Razo that lasted several years. My ex fought everything in court, wouldn’t move forward unless ordered by a judge and dragged everything to a halt any chance she could get. It was bleak. I was way behind the 8 ball and fighting an uphill, seemingly impossible battle. All through this process I would get frustrated and upset about the process and the things she was “getting away with”. And every time, Mr. Razo was there to tell me the truth. It wasn’t always what I wanted to hear and wasn’t always the best news, but he always, 100% of the time, told me the truth. He always made me feel like someone was in my corner, someone was hearing my concerns and understood them and actually cared about what was happening to my kids. If he told me he was going to do something, he did it. If he told me this is what’s going to happen, then that’s what happened. He always called me back, emailed me back or contacted me whenever I had concerns or questions. He never gave up on me and my kids when others told me that I should just settle because she was going to win anyway. See p. 2

First I want to reiterate that Atty Mike Razo is not only is the best family law lawyer in Southern California but also the most experienced. My former lawyer who recently retired, who has been doing this for over 30 years personally recommended Atty Mike Razo. If I can give 10 stars ⭐️ I would. Fo...r the following reasons: Mike took on my case from my former lawyer who retired in March 2021 with finesse, grace and he was honest and upfront from the beginning. Secondly, the team at BRL law firm is a class act. They respond to your emails and phone calls like almost right away. Thirdly, Mike knows how to maneuver and set the tone of the negotiations with the opposing counsel and honestly I don’t have to give consent before he does it because he has his client’s best interest in mind. Fourthly, Mike has been working hard and would really be your advocate during the hearing and he is very sharp, professional and a gentleman even though the opposing counsel is being unprofessional. My case ended in July 2021 and I received the utmost respect and courtesy and professionalism from the people at BRL and Mike personally handles all the discussions and will explain to you every step of the way. I will use Atty Mike Razo’s services again. I am a true believer!

I don’t usually write review, but I am very pleased to write this review for Mr Razo. Mike Razo was not the first lawyer in my divorce case, he was actually the 3rd one. I really wish I have hired him from the very beginning. He was very thorough, respectful, prepared, and professional. He always co...mmunicates and keeps me updated. From the moment he started representing me, I felt like a weight has been lifted off me. He listens, does his research and comes prepared to court. He did not bill me unnecessarily as some other lawyers do who seems to care more for your money more than your case.

After getting blindsided by my daughters dad I was so lost and worried it was going to go so wrong. After having a consult with with the firm we decided to go with Mr. Razo and it was such a blessing. He reassured it me it would be a little long but it was going to be ok. I was always in the loop of... everything that was happening and he always made sure to keep my daughters best interests. I can not thank him enough!

It has been an honor to be represented by Mr. Razo. He helped me dismiss a Domestic Violence Restraining Order case filed against me. From the first contact we had over the phone he saw me as a human being not just another customer. He made feel that my case was his only priority. He took the time to... listen to my case. He never made promises he can't keep, he was very responsive and transparent with me. Court day came and his experience showed. He came prepare to expose the other party lies and serious allegation filed against me that could prevent me from seeing my son. Mr. Razo was sharp, very responsive, well prepared, truthful, very professional, and compassionate. Mr. Razo and his staff has always been there for me whenever I had questions and needed assistance. I recommend Mr. Razo 100% to anyone looking for a an attorney, he is the best attorney California can have! I do thanks Mr. Razo and staff for your assistance on help me be able to see my son again.