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Employment and labor Attorney | Jun 16
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"Lyo is a dedicated and hardworking attorney who really cares for his clients and takes the time to get to know their cases. I have personally seen him advocate for his clients and can attest that he does a great job. I would definitely recommend him."
Unknown Attorney | Aug 16
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Mr. Figueroa and I came to know one another through the attorney community and have since become good friends. He is a passionate and genuine person and that serves his clients well as he represents them with the utmost zeal and professionalism. I have referred Mr. Figueroa many clients, including my own family members."
Employment and labor Attorney | Apr 13
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I met Lyo through affiliate organizations of the Orange County Bar. I have seen him rise to the top as a leader by being voted as a Board of Director in the Hispanic Bar Association. Lyo is also a very dedicated attorney and have worked together with him on an employment matter he referred to me where he displayed great work ethic, detailed knowledge of his client case and zealous advocacy. I highly endorse this lawyer."
Litigation Attorney | Apr 13
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"I enthusiastically endorse this lawyer. Lyo and I worked together on several landlord/tenant cases that he's taken on a pro bono basis from the Public Law Center. He has negotiated great settlements for his pro bono clients so that they are able to stay in their homes and avoid homelessness. I am also familiar with Lyo's work as a fellow member of the Board of Directors of the OC Hispanic Bar Association. He is dedicated to achieving results for his clients and is a well respected member of the legal community."