Reviewers praise the firm for clear communication, detailed explanations of legal processes, and responsive support during criminal and family law cases. Clients frequently note the attorney's courtroom preparation, strategic focus, and efforts to manage costs. However, a minority of low-star reviews criticize unprofessional phone handling, claiming callers were redirected to other staff or ignored, which contradicts the generally positive feedback regarding accessibility.
Google rating: 4.9 out of 5 from 188 reviews (98% five-star).
Reviews on this page: 188 Google reviews (157 with written comments, 2 with photos).
Owner responses: the business replied to 98% of reviews.
Most recent review: November 4, 2026.
Service: Domestic Violence Lawyer serving San Jose, California.
Data from Google, last updated November 10, 2026.
Star ratings
188 Google reviews we collected
4.9of 5
5 stars18498%
4 stars00%
3 stars00%
2 stars00%
1 star42%
Praise vs complaints
Phrases our text analysis found in 157 written reviews
96%praise
Praise31896%
Complaints134%
Topic share
How often each topic comes up in the written reviews
7topics
Staff & attitude8124%
Would recommend8024%
Communication4514%
Speed & response4213%
Quality & results3210%
Honesty & trust3210%
Price & value196%
What customers talk about
We read 157 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“Dmitry was incredibly helpful and supportive throughout the entire process of my case!”
“I consider this behavior unprofessional and unethical for an attorney.”
“He won my case, and based on my experience, I recommend him with confidence.”
“I absolutely cannot recommend.”
“He guided me through every step, explained what to expect, and took the time to answer all of my questions.”
“However, in reality, I was not listened to and was redirected to other lawyers.”
“Dmitry is an experienced, highly skilled attorney who thinks quickly in court and has an impressive memory for case details.”
“Thanks to his knowledge, experience, and dedication, we were able to reach a successful resolution, and I won my case!”
“…le lawyer boy I won't use him as he isn't ever available he tells his incompetent receptionist to say he's unavailable and he doesn't call back what a…”
“Throughout the process, he helped me stay encouraged while making a genuine effort to keep costs down.”
“He is honest, fair and knows the law as well as all the players.”
People customers mention
Dmitry62 reviews
Candy7 reviews
Court5 reviews
Dimitry5 reviews
praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.
Dmitry is an experienced, highly skilled attorney who thinks quickly in court and has an impressive memory for case details. He handled my case with determination and followed through from start to finish. Throughout the process, he helped me stay encouraged while making a genuine effort to keep costs down. I particularly valued his combination of legal skill, persistence, and personal support. He won my case, and based on my experience, I recommend him with confidence.
coco liu1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews coco has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Dmitry was incredibly helpful and supportive throughout the entire process of my case!
He guided me through every step, explained what to expect, and took the time to answer all of my questions. He was always reassuring and made me feel confident knowing he was committed to fighting for the best possible outcome.
Thanks to his knowledge, experience, and dedication, we were able to reach a successful resolution, and I won my case! I’m truly grateful for all of his help and would highly recommend Dmitry to anyone looking for someone knowledgeable, supportive, and committed to their case.
Response from the owner · 2 weeks ago
Dear Ignacio,
Thanks so much for taking the time to leave a review and share your experience with others. I know just how stressful deadling with the legal system can be - I've been there myself. My goal is to always not only fight for the best possible outcome, but also to reasure my clients by explaining how the system works, and hopefully take away some of the stress of having to deal with it.
Thanks again!
- Dmitry
Jean ViarengoLocal Guide · 265 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Jean has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Dmitry and the entire team at Stadlin Law were honest and encouraging in my situation. They made the entire process easy to understand and listened without judgement. I highly recommend Dmitry Stadlin and Stadlin Law for your legal needs.
Response from the owner · a month ago
Dear Jean,
Thanks for your kind words! It’s not my place to judge my clients, and in fact - I don’t want to even if I could. I like taking sides and being on my client’s side.
- Dmitry
lynette mendez1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews lynette has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I am extremely grateful for the professional and compassionate representation I received throughout my civil harassment restraining order case. My attorney was knowledgeable, responsive, and took the time to clearly explain the process and my options. I felt heard, supported, and well represented every step of the way. I truly appreciate the dedication and guidance I received and would highly recommend their services to anyone in need of legal representation\.
Response from the owner · a month ago
Dear Lynette,
Thank you for leaving such a positive review and sharing your experience with my firm. I know that oftentimes the legal process moves quickly, but I try to make every client feel heard - not just do what we need for the case.
Thanks again!
- Dmitry
Christina Mendez2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Christina has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Dmitri represented my family with professionalism, respect, and genuine care. He successfully won our case while keeping us informed throughout the entire process. He took the time to explain the law in detail and clearly outlined the potential outcomes of our case, which gave us confidence and peace of mind.
His secretary, Candy, was also incredibly helpful whenever we called with questions. She was always polite, kind, patient, and professional.
We truly appreciate the excellent representation and support we received from Dmitri and Candy. I would highly recommend them to anyone looking for knowledgeable and compassionate legal representation.
Response from the owner · a month ago
Dear Christina,
Thank you so much for leaving a positive review and sharing your experience. Candy is awesome! And it was our pleasure to help you and your family. Take care.
- Dmitry
James C. Garcia1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews James has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Mr. Stadlin was professional at all times, prompt, answered all my questions and concerns. Walked me through the process making me comfortable with the decisions I needed to make. I would highly recommend his services to family and friends.
Response from the owner · a month ago
Dear James,
Thank you for sharing your experience with us, and for your kind words. I appreciate it and wish you all the best.
- Dmitry
Haris Safi8 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Haris has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I want to post this to recognize Dmitry and his outstanding assistance through my whole process. Dmitry was recommended to me from someone and I must say that he is great at what he does. Communication and availability was amazing throughout the entire process. One thing I wanted to add specifically was how thorough he was around explaining everything and helping you understand every detail of the circumstances. If you’re looking for an attorney to represent you, I would highly recommend Dmitry based on my experience.
Response from the owner · a month ago
Dear Haris,
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review about your experience. It’s my pleasure to assist you, and I love explaining the legal system to people. Once I do, often they see hope rather than despair, because they understand what we can do.
Thanks again!
Ariel L3 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Ariel has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Dmitry is a highly experienced attorney who knows the Santa Clara County Family Court very well. He was patient, strategic, and able to identify the key issues in my case and explain everything clearly.
His courtroom experience was exceptional. When the opposing party attempted to distract from the facts with misleading statements and irrelevant arguments, Dmitry remained focused and kept us from being drawn into unnecessary debates. With his representation, I obtained a three-year restraining order, which was the best possible outcome based on the circumstances of my case. I finally received the legal protection I needed and was able to begin rebuilding a peaceful life.
Dmitry also supported me through other important parts of the case. He patiently communicated with the opposing party and helped me recover my attorney’s fees. I would also like to thank his assistant, Candy, for consistently following up on my case and supporting me throughout the process.
When I felt isolated, overwhelmed, and emotionally exhausted, Dmitry’s professionalism, patience, and steady guidance supported me through a difficult four-month legal process. His work helped me regain my safety, freedom, and peace of mind. I am deeply grateful for everything he and Candy did for me, and I highly recommend Dmitry to anyone who needs a skilled, experienced, and dependable attorney for a restraining order case.
Response from the owner · 2 months ago
Dear Ariel,
Thanks so much for your kind words, and for sharing your experience with my firm. It is so fulfilling to receive praise like yours, and to feel like I am making a positive impact in my client's lives. On behalf of Candy and myself, thank you!
- Dmitry
Mark Sterns1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews Mark has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Dmitry is an excellent layer, not only did he listen to my every word and understand my problem completely, but he also had an incredible way of simplifying it all for me to make it seem very clear. The case, the process the trial...not to mention we WON!
Response from the owner · 2 months ago
Thanks so much for the kind words, Mark! I know that clients are often anxious about the legal system - and my approach is to explain it to them and make it relatable. That way, my clients are informed of their choices and calmer about the process since they know what’s coming. Congrats on the win!
- Dmitry
