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Child Custody
Posted by Chelo
August 12, 2025
Hired Law Firm
Geoff has represented me in regards to my two minor children for several years now. Although custody has changed over the years, he has always been an outstanding attorney, advocate, and counselor. He remains calm in what would otherwise be a highly emotional endeavor, bringing rational and thoughtful consideration to all issues in the matter. He is reasonable, both in approach to achieving the desired outcome, and the related fees for said services. He was also very adept at keeping me focused on the children’s best interest, and helping me avoid resentful feelings toward their mother. I am grateful for his counsel.
Geoff Goss is not only a fantastic attorney, he genuinely cares about his clients. Any court case is difficult but Geoff Goss and his team are extremely professional and did everything that they could possibly do to achieve the desired outcome...and it worked. I would 110% recommend GGG for legal issues and have referred several friends and relatives to retain their services. Geoff is great and I cannot imagine working with another attorney.
Goss Gustavel Goss is the definition of excellence! I cannot sing enough praise on the firm and have referred several friends to them, which have been happy with their professionalism. From start to finish they were there for me and always prepared for anything. The team is great and I will always recommend their services.
Wills and Probate
Posted by Melody
May 02, 2024
Hired Law Firm
Matthew Gustavel was a lifesaver. I hired him to help me through the probate process in addition to setting up conservatorships for my children. He was extremely knowledgeable and organized. I especially appreciated his compassion and kindness. He helped me navigate some very challenging circumstances. I would highly recommend Matthew. He is an expert in his field and produces positive results for his clients.
I came to Goss Gustavel Goss with the task of updating my will. A will is something that people avoid because it is mentally challenging to think about. Geoff Goss provided me with professional guidelines on all the legal items that needed to be addressed. Geoff has personally and professionally taken care of all of the legal items that needed to be completed. Without a family, he expressed how important it was to have my health care directives legally in place. Sadly, after that, I had a life-threatening accident, and Geoff came to the hospital to personally check on me. During the nine days in the hospital, I was able to focus on my health, knowing my legal concerns were professionally handled by Goss Gustavel Goss.
I came to Goss Gustavel Goss with the task of updating my will. A will is something that people avoid because it is mentally challenging to think about. Geoff Goss provided me with professional guidelines on all the legal items that needed to be addressed. Geoff has personally and professionally taken care of all of the legal items that needed to be completed. Without a family, he expressed how important it was to have my health care directives legally in place. Sadly, after that, I had a life-threatening accident, and Geoff came to the hospital to personally check on me. During the nine days in the hospital, I was able to focus on my health, knowing my legal concerns were professionally handled by Goss Gustavel Goss.
Geoff was extremely helpful and understanding, immense knowledge of his work was very efficient. Mr. Goss was very very helpful with every need we had and addressed and went over subjects very professionally and intelligible. Very kind and welcoming man.
Child Custody
Posted by Cody
August 12, 2021
Hired Law Firm
Matt came highly recommended by my fiancée, now wife for a child custody case. My case was complicated and took about 8 months work through. Matts organization and method was impressive to say the least. I emailed him hundreds or thousands of documents and he was able to somehow organize and prep them for trial. The opposing team was rude, snarky, and hateful. Matt kept the high road. At the end of trial we were granted EVERYTHING we asked for. It was the most stressful time of my life but Matt and his friendly staff became like family. If I were to describe Matt it would be warm, caring, compassionate, kind, and above all, a good man. I am grateful he was recommended to me and to now call him as a close friend.
Matt Gustavel is an outstanding attorney he and Sheila did an excellent job. My case was long and difficult. Matt told me from the onset exactly what evidence was needed and why. He and I worked closely together for a year building my case and had a mountain of evidence to support our claims. Matt won my case and I am beyond grateful for his knowledge, skill and compassion, I highly recommend him.
Matt and Sheila were wonderful to work with. I had interviewed multiple lawyers regarding my situation, and I felt that Matt was the only one who truly listened to me and understood. Matt was very responsive, and acted quickly to get results. While my situation has been difficult to deal with, Matt was calm and empathetic. I would recommend Matt without hesitation!
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