“David Patton is a Great Mediator. Mr. Patton served as the mediator in a divorce case that had been ongoing for several years. He did an excellent job building goodwill with both sides, drawing on his deep knowledge of the law and using his personable, steady approach. The attorney on the opposing side had previously taken a highly contentious approach, showing reluctance to accept settlement or even meaningfully engage with counteroffers to our proposals. Mr. Patton effectively acted as the “adult in the room,” earning the respect of everyone involved. He clearly explained the relevant law to opposing counsel and outlined the risks and costs of proceeding to trial for their client. He helped both sides understand that the settlement being negotiated was in everyone’s best interest. His practical, real-world guidance gave the opposing side (both attorney and client) the confidence they needed to resolve a case that had dragged on for years. I strongly recommend Mr. Patton as a mediator.”
“I would like to express my sincere appreciation for the exceptional professionalism and unwavering support I received from Dave Patton and his remarkable A+ team … Their unwavering dedication and unparalleled expertise were pivotal in achieving an outcome that exceeded my expectations. I am truly grateful to David Patton for his exceptional leadership, insightful counsel, and invaluable guidance throughout the entire process. Without a doubt, I wholeheartedly endorse and highly recommend the services of Dave Patton.”
“David Patton completely earned my trust over the course of the year or so I worked with him. I have worked with many attorneys professionally and this was a difficult and very complex personal divorce case – I was extremely impressed. He was honest, smart, always had my best interests in mind, trustworthy, and responsive.”
“I cannot say enough positive things about Mr. Patton and the experience I had in getting my case solved and closed.”
“I appreciated David’s calm demeanor and steady approach. He knows the law, and he knows the judicial system. He was very proactive at keeping me informed as we went through the process. … David was genuinely interested and invested in my case. That sort of personal commitment went a long way toward making the whole experience, if not enjoyable, at least less miserable.”
“Patton is an expert on the Santa Clara court system, its rules and its people, but what makes Mr. Patton stand out is his skill at taking complex issues and reducing them to something that can be presented clearly in court. Not just reducing the issues, but also choosing the issues that matter to the court and presenting them in a way that connects.”
“David Patton is such an extraordinary lawyer – his wisdom, vast knowledge of law, and integrity coupled with his professionalism makes him simply one of the best in the field of family law. But his sincere caring and concern is what really set him apart from most attorneys. I am forever grateful for his hard work and relentless effort and persistence in pursuing a positive outcome. I can’t thank him enough for going over and beyond the call of duty to resolve the matter as fairly as possible.”
“From the very beginning, David was very honest with me and didn’t sugar coat. He gives you all your options and gives you the pros and cons for each one. He takes your case very seriously, and works with you every step of the way. He is very experienced and knowledgeable in his field. He is also very patient, and really listens to what you have to say. When you are going through something this emotional, you need someone like him.”
“David was simply outstanding in helping me bring longstanding issues surrounding spousal support to a successful conclusion. His professionalism, knowledge of the relevant legal issues and documentation involved, understanding of the situation, sensitivity, timeliness, and responsiveness exceeded my expectations in all respects.”
“I highly recommend David Patton. He is outstanding, personable, experienced, and very knowledgeable. He provides an honest, upfront description of the risks and benefits of various strategies. In addition, he provides potential outcomes, both good and bad.”
“David Patton was able to quickly evaluate my case. He doesn’t pound his fist nor raise his voice but make no mistake, his soft-spoken, calm demeanor shouldn’t be underestimated. He is TOUGH. His expertise stems not only from his grasp and understanding of complex and difficult family issues, but from his thorough preparation and attention to detail.”
“Dave was responsible for handling a very complex divorce involving several complicated issues. He was very knowledgeable and hands-on throughout the whole process.”
“Patton is the best! He is extremely knowledgeable, and always gave more than 100%. I highly recommend him!”
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