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Posted by JR McKee | June 29, 2015

One of an elite group of attorney's with integrity, focus and sense of urgency to perform.

First of all David was referred by a trusted friend. From the very beginning it was clear he was a bottom line, to the point, let's get it done, no BS kinda guy, no "fluffy" or vague answers just to get billable hours on the clock, just honest, from the heart, genuine responses based on his exten...sive experience. Davids knowledge and expertise was absolutely key in the quick, fair resolution of what could have escalated, in the hands of a lesser skilled attorney, into a full blown knock down drag out battle which we were both (David & I) clearly worked hard to avoid. Davids candor, sense of humor and reassuring command of the law, backed up with his experience made the process smooth, reasonably predictable and while not enjoyable due to the gravity of going through the divorce process, a far less traumatic experience than it could have been. In my opinion, having seen many colleagues, friends and clients go through this process, I cannot imagine going to court with anybody of lesser ability or style. David's got swag, charm and a no nonsense, but commanding presence which commands respect in personal interview situations, negotiations with other attorney's and in court. I pray to God I never go through divorce again, however in highly unlikely event I were to find myself in that situation, David would, without question be my go to authority. Having referred many clients to him since my divorce, I've received nothing but high praise of David's work, echoing my personal experience. I would hands down recommend David.

Posted by Alan | January 21, 2015

David Luca didn't disappoint

I highly recommend David. Got referred to him by an acquaintance. Office staff was very friendly and laid-back. David greeted with a smile and stuck to the details and work at hand. He helped me calm down and relax, but didn't take too long with the small talk and then got down to details and lega...l advice. I didn't want to contest the divorce, and David just helped me through the process, and helped make sure I didn't get screwed by my ex. I was certainly at his (or any divorce attorney's) mercy as I was in uncharted waters. But I trusted him and he didn't disappoint. He even went 'beyond' by answering some of my emails with some legal advice. He could have said, "Just come and we'll talk about it" and billed me, but he didn't.

Posted by Evan | July 17, 2014

The Way A Lawyer Should Be

From start to finish David was nothing short of incredible, and he continues to be. He is extremely knowledgable, straight-forward and kept me imformed every step of the way. There were many points of the process where he would have been well within his rights to say he did the best he could and gott...en me a less than favorable result. But he stuck with me, put in extra time and effort, fought for me and got me an adjudication far better than I could have ever hoped for. All of this was for the same reasonable rate he initially quoted me. Most other attorneys will try to bleed you dry knowing they have the leverage of your freedom in their hands. I have consulted David on other legal issues as well. If something is not within his area of expertise then he'll be up-front about it and refer you to one of his colleagues. This is the guy you want on your side. Extremely sharp, responsive, connected and most important of all he is HONEST. If you need an attorney, do yourself a favor and call David.

Posted by Deb | April 06, 2014

Great attorney

David is a knowledgeable and cost effective attorney. I felt very comfortable in his hands and I felt he always had my back. He cut through all the legal ease and got straight to the point. He didn't promise me anything he knew was not possible. He was always available for me and kept me up to dat...e on what was happening. Since retaining an attorney is scary enough by itself, I am thoroughly pleased with David and I truly appreciate his help and support. It made my divorce seem less painful. Thank you David. My best, Deb B.

Posted by susan | March 29, 2014

Read the agreements and ask every question before you sign. Even if your Lawyer says its a good deal

I hired Dennis but was pond off on David. In mediation he advised me to sign an agreement that wasn't in my children's favor because it left something called a Wats credit reserved to my husband. So while living in the family home with our two kids I was without knowing accumulating a huge amount ...of debt to my ex. When we sold the house he wanted reimbursement of Wats credits for all the time we lived in the home. Never once did anyone tell me that we were accruing such debt. I'm paying for this oversight now not him.

David Luca

Replied last March 29, 2014

The veracity of this complaint is suspect. There is no “pawning off” of cases handled though this office. Each attorney in our office works their own cases and no attorney works on the other’s cases. That being said, a Watts charge is a discretionary reimbursement claim that arises when one spouse lives in a home owned by both spouses after marital separation. The “out spouse” can ask the Court charge the “in spouse” 50% of the fair market value rent as a Watts charge. Normally, the Watts charge is offset in part or whole by the “in spouse’s” Epstein credits against the “out spouse” for 50% of the mortgage, property taxes and homeowner’s insurance payments. The complaint never mentions whether the discretionary Watts charge was imposed, whether the Epstein credit existed to offset it nor whether any money was ever owed. For my part, in the past three years of practice, I have not had any of my clients ever pay out of pocket for a Watts charge claim; another reason I doubt the validity of the complaint.

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