Mary Elizabeth Castro-Ayala

Mary Elizabeth Castro-Ayala

4.2
Rating: 7.1

Licensed for 19 years

Family Lawyer at Fresno, CA
Practice Areas: Family, Litigation, Divorce & Separation ... +3 more

191 W Shaw Ave Ste 102, Fresno, CA

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 19 years

State: California

Acquired: 2006

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Law Offices of Mary Elizabeth Castro-Ayala

191 W Shaw Ave Ste 102, Fresno, CA, 93704

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Mary Elizabeth Castro-Ayala's Reviews

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4.2 /5.0

10 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 5 reviews | Child Custody

Posted by John | February 06, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Price gouged , Hustler

So I was priced gouged and asked for retainer money constantly , but what this lawyer did was not matching the money! So got new lawyer they used law and 1500$ later I won my son back! Paralegal is family so Mary takes care of her on your dimes or I means 1,000$ , Cindy Hopper is the best , no star w...ould be better

Posted by James | September 28, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Amazing!!

My ex decided to have a few affairs and informed me she was going to take me to the cleaners. Mary & Kim made sure that didn't happen! Even with the emotional struggles I was going through both Mary & Kim were there as a support system. They explained the process completely and thoroughly, they wa...lked me through every single step. They were very fast to respond to every question and make adjustments to my case as needed. I've never worked with an attorney who was so passionate about their clients and what they do, I can say they took a heart breaking experience and made it rather enjoyable. In the end I kept the kids, jeep, and everything else. God forbid you ever have to experience what I did but if you do this is the attorney you want by your side!

Posted by Crystal | July 10, 2014 | Child Custody

My life is complete!

Would I recommend Mary ayala? Yes! I would. I don't think there are enough words that can describe what an amazing person Mary is. What I can say is I needed someone who was going to stand right next to me and my family. She was there 100% . If you need someone that is going to care about your situat...ion and not only see you as another paycheck then Ayala is the person for you. My son is now back with me where he should be and that definitely couldn't be accomplished without her!

Posted by anonymous | July 04, 2011 | Child Custody

She just totally put me at ease and gave me my life back!

Heck yes! She really stepped up and out for me when my ex filed for custody of our 11 yr old son. I cannot even begin to tell you the wonderful things she did for me. But the main thing is, I have my son, because of her. She has a heart of gold, and I truly believe she takes each situation she deals ...with and looks at it at a personal level. She is a gem!!! I got lucky, she was the first attorney I ever had to hire and I got a rockstar!

Posted by Daniel | February 27, 2011 | Child Custody

Family Law Excellence! A VERY Happy Father Who Now Has His Kids 50/50.

Mary has worked miracles with my case. I have had a rough legal background, the Ex HATED me, I was even on probation, and my children were taken away briefly by CPS due to false allegations by former spouse. In a few short weeks, I had custody of my children 50/50 physical and legal, and they were... back in my home, and still are more than half the time. She has helped me smooth over issues with former spouse as they arise without expensive litigation. When it came time to protect my kids, Mary moved fast and furious, and had the at-risk child back in my home full time until matters could be resolved. Mary has always made time for me, when I needed to speak to her, and again... solved many issues with former spouse for me without court, saving me money. She has been my lawyer now for 3 years, and I cannot imagine finding anyone like her. Thank you so much Mary!

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Mary Elizabeth Castro-Ayala's Lawyer Endorsements

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Lenden Webb

Family lawyer | Nov 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mary knows how to fight for her clients. She has a wealth of experience and is creative in crafting her litigation strategy. I encourage anyone considering Mary to meet with her immediately."

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Gregory Fox

Family lawyer | Apr 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Castro-Ayala is by far one of the most knowledgeable family law attorneys in the Central Valley. Over the years I have observed Ms. Castro-Ayala's professionalism in and out of the court room. She is a zealous advocate on behalf of her clients and well respected by her peers in the legal community. If you are in need of a family law attorney, you should contact Mary Castro-Ayala at Miller & Ayala immediately."

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Erin Childs

Family lawyer | Feb 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. She is smart, ethical and very easy to work with, even on the most contentious cases. I would work with her any day and have even referred friends and family to her."

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Experience

Rating:  7.1 (Very Good)

Education

2002

San Joaquin College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1999

California State University, Fresno

BS - Bachelor of Science

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