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Michael Andrew Carlovsky

4.1
Rating: 7.0

Licensed for 33 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Bakersfield, CA
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Family, Child Custody, Child Support

5001 California Avenue, Suite 212, Bakersfield, CA

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 33 years

State: California

Acquired: 1992

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Michael A. Carlovsky

5001 California Avenue, Suite 212, Bakersfield, CA, 93309

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Michael Andrew Carlovsky's Reviews

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4.1 /5.0

34 Client Reviews

Showing 6 - 10 of 19 reviews | Professionalism

Posted by Laura | October 20, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Family

Carlovsky Law

Prior to reaching out to Carlovsky, I originally signed on with another attorney because I felt comfortable with that attorney. After 8 years, you realize comfort is not what does best in court. I truly wish I would have signed on with Mike and his amazing team in the beginning, as I know things wo...uld have been different for us. I have been blessed to be with their offices for about 5 years now, and I haven’t looked back. We have had excellent results in court, and I have never been fed a false narrative about what will be done for us. I’ve read the other reviews, and was surprised. I’ve worked with both Sara and Charlie. They are both professional and extremely well-versed in their knowledge of family law. Unfortunately, their business is not an easy one. Family law is built on emotions and an overburdened system. I would recommend their law offices (and have on numerous occasions) to anyone going through a divorce or custody dispute. They are passionate about their work and fair with their clients. If you truly understood what they do both in court and behind the scenes, there would be no complaints. Invoices are thoroughly detailed defining each charge, and have never included any questionable items. Divorce, especially that involving child custody, is absolutely awful, but Mike and his staff have made our journey far easier.

Posted by Sarah | October 20, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Above and beyond

First, I'd like to say that anytime you need a family lawyer, life isn't going great but it will get better. Lawyers are expensive but necessary and Mike Carlovsky treated me with the utmost respect when he could have turned me away. I had started my divorce by hiring an inexpensive lawyer that was ...so inept I temporarily lost custody of my kids to their father. Mike took over my case and he and his staff made the transition easy for me. Ultimately, he helped me get my children back. I was awarded child support and even some court costs. Second, the court system is an extremely slow process. Patience is key. Mike and Sarah eased my nerves by explaining how it all works and made the process go as quickly as possible. Mike and his team went above and beyond. They explored every avenue, answered every question, eased my nerves and won my case. I couldn't recommend them more!

Posted by Dennis | October 20, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Professional Service

I was involved in an 18 year unhappy marriage with two children, one an adult the other a Junior in high school. I was referred to Mike Carlovsky by my now fiancée. He immediately took me in for a consultation and we hit it off immediately. He was a consummate professional that knows his way around t...he courtroom. His staff was awesome and were very responsive to my concerns and prompt in preparing the paperwork for court. Divorce is an expensive endeavor, but just like everything else in the world “You get what you pay for.” I ultimately ended up with primary custody of my son and Mike has successfully defended attempts by my now ex-wife to increase alimony as well. Kudos to Mike and the Carlovsky team. They truly care about their clients.

Posted by Kimmie | October 20, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Completely Satisfied

I hired Michael Carlovsky to represent me in a child custody and support case where I had previously represented myself. Carlovsky and his staff showed me the utmost respect and professionalism. When Mr. Carlovsky was attending other cases in court his paralegal Sarah always responded to my question...s and concerns within a timely manner; they were always accessible to my needs. Mr. Carlovsky fought for everything that I wanted and needed for my child, and won! He and his staff are well educated and know the law. I am forever grateful for what Carlovsky Law Office did for my child and I.

Posted by Cindy | October 20, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Family

Confident and Legally Sound Representation

I hired Michael Carlovsky and his competent team to assist me in my family law matter. Mike is very knowledgeable and worked extremely hard on my behalf. He will give you sound legal advice, which will include being honest about what can and cannot be legally done. I like that he is realistic abou...t what can be accomplished within the law. I have always found Mike , his staff and especially Charlie, to be clear in their communication with me. I felt informed and consulted every step of the way of my legal journey.

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Experience

Rating:  7.0 (Very Good)

Honors

2015

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

1992

American Jurisprudence Award,

Associations

Kern County Bar Association

Member

State Bar of California

Member

2000 - 2000

Kern County Family Law Bar Association

President

Education

1992

California Western School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1989

California Polytechnic University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Publications

N/A

Unknown Kern County Local Rules for Appointment of Minor's Counsel
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