Derek Smith Law Group, PLLC

“Spoke with Zac Rosenbaum about a legal matter and was very impressed. He was very knowledgeable and insightful.”

“I'm waiting this bc, I had a such a fantastic service from Derek Smith law firm. Olivia was extraordinary at all time”

“I had the pleasure of working with Casey Barkhordarian, I couldn’t recommend him enough thank you for fighting for me.”

“Jorge listened, helped and supported me tremendously I feel special, important but most of all safe. Thank You so much.”

“Olivia Uzan has always provided good advices and outstanding results in a short notice. I highly recommend Olivia as a lawyer.”

“Jorge listened, helped and supported me tremendously I feel special, important but most of all safe. I highly recommend! Thank You so much”

“Attorney Jorge Hechavarria is an amazing attorney. He is very reliable, always anwers phone calls and is completly transparent with me. I would highly recomend him.”

“Jorge Hechavarria is a excellent lawyer. He represented me to his fullest. I will use Jorge again if I need to. I appreciate everything Jorge and his team did for me.”

“Olivia Uzan is a great employment law attorney, willing to get the best out of a case, with the empathy and tenacity that you would expect from a lawyer. Highly recommended.”

“matt is an excellent attorney. he handled my case with the utmost care and highly exceeded all expectations. i could not recommend derek smith and esp. matt finkelberg enough :)”

“Words can’t express how happy I am with the job John Mack did for me. John is truly on point and goes above and beyond always. Super happy with this law firm. Thank you so much John”

“I had the pleasure of working with Olivia. She handled a huge, stressful, situation for me and made the procedure fast and seamless. Excellent communication and great personality. I highly recommend working with her.”

“I reached out to Abe Melamed and received a very professional service. Abe is very professional and answered all of my questions very promptly! He will be the first one I'll go back to if I have additional questions.”

“Thank you Jorge H for helping me with my case I 100% recommend them. Sorry for the long overdue review. He went above and beyond and actually cared about me as a person not just a case number and that meant the world to me.”

“Worked with Matt Finkelberg at Derek Smith Law Group was an amazing experience, he was thorough, punctual and informative of the whole process. I’d definitely use this law firm again if something were to ever arise. Thanks again Matt!!”

“Olivia Uzan is a passionate and dedicated lawyer. She has shown excellent negotiation skills in my file. We worked as a team all along the way and she succeeded to get way more than what other lawyers had predicted. I highly recommend her.”

“Matt was an absolute angel. He helped me every step along the way. He helped easy the anxieties, and answered any questions, any time of day. Choosing Derek Smith Law Group was the best decision. Being assigned Matt was a blessing. I highly recommend.”

“I have used this firm several times to review employment agreements and I am very pleased with them. I spoke with Abe and was met right away with professionalism, experience and understanding to my unique case. I would strongly recommend using this firm.”

“Olivia went above and beyond for my case. She was so informative, professional, made me feel like my case mattered and that I wasn’t just another client. I can’t thank her enough for all that she has done for me and my family. I would highly recommend her!”

“Derek Smith Law Group are true professionals and they provided me with the greatest experience in a most uncomfortable situation that I had to deal with. They were Awesome!!! I would not have been able to do this without them. Thank You so so much, Sara!!!”

“It was such a joy having Casey Barkhordarian help me navigate some legal issues I was experiencing. Even though I didn’t end up pursuing my case and didn’t retain any attorney, Casey’s guidance was still a tremendous help. I’m very happy I called this firm”

“Olivia went above and beyond for my case. She was so informative, professional, made me feel like my case mattered and that I wasn’t just another client. I can’t thank her enough for all that she has done for me and my family. I would highly recommend her!”

“Very professional group. I highly recommend Abe Melamed for his service. I reached out to him for my employment issue. He was perfect in responding . I felt Abe really cared and was very helpful!! He went above and beyond of what I expected. Would absolutely recommend.”

“I worked with Olivia she is amazing very helpful, understanding and made me feel safe with my situation. Olivia answered my phone calls at any time Answered all my questions that I had. Olivia is just the sweetest person. I'm thankful for her that everything went well.”

“We worked with Olivia Uzan, and we must say it was a true privilege. Olivia is trustworthy and reliable, she is also relentless in fighting for her clients. She is someone you would trust to do the right thing for you when you are in a difficult situation. We highly recommend her!”

“Olivia Uzan is amazing! We worked with Olivia Uzan, and we must say it was a true privilege. Olivia is trustworthy and reliable, she is also relentless in fighting for her clients. She is someone you would trust to do the right thing for you when you are in a difficult situation. We highly recommend her!”

“Matt Finkelberg was absolutely phenomenal! His dedication and commitment to outstanding service is truly incredible. I sincerely appreciate his professionalism. Working with him was seamless and personally I love his honesty and communication. Thank you Matt, for going above and beyond. I wish you continued success!”

“The Law firm particularly Tadeh was exemplary in the professionalistic as well as expeditious nature in which he constantly maintained communication as to not leave me hanging at any point during the Workers Compensation Claim. Thanks so much for Tadeh and the whole team at Abramson Law Group ! Keep it up...Great job !”

“It was a pleasure to have Matt represent me. He was very empathetic and truly supportive through my whole case. He was always there when I had any questions and concerns and was provided me with excellent devotion. I would definitely recommend him for anyone in need of a lawyer for discrimination. Thank you again Matt!”

“I had such a wonderful experience with Olivia Uzan, Derek Smith Law Group. Olivia was very responsive, always available when I wanted to reach out to her. She showed great empathy, persistence and guidance all through the process. I highly recommend Olivia and Derek Smith Law Group to anyone looking for legal…”

“Olivia is an amazing attorney that I would highly recommend to anyone. She was extremely diligent, fought hard for me, kind, and was always available to answer any questions I had. She made me feel very calm and in control in a very complex and tough situation. I am very happy with my experience working with her and…”

“I want to give my most heartfelt thanks for Matt’s legal advice and skill. He is a kind, supportive, intelligent, and incredibly skillful attorney. I spoke to many law firms before I decided to work with Derek Smith Law Group. Now I am just so glad that I made the right choice. Matt is the best. I would totally…”

“Sara is great! Even though her firm could not take me on as a client, she still took the time to talk to me and gave me some general advise that really helped me out with the issues that I was having at work. She’s really empathetic and cares about helping people. I really appreciate her help and highly recommend her…”

“I would like to thank greatly thank Jorge Hechavarria for his tremendous support and dedication to my case. I have to say that if it wasn't for his hard work,my case wouldn't have gone the way it did. I recommend this firm to anyone who needs a great team on there side and Jorge Hechavarria is an outstanding Lawyer…”

“Olivia Uzan is an excellent attorney who really goes above and beyond for her Clients . Her no- nonsense style and knowledge of the law and system are invaluable . I not only recommend attorney Olivia but i guarantee once you have used her service you too will look no further. I highly recommend her to anyone who need…”

“You will be in great hands at this firm! Alyssa the managing paralegal is an absolute professional who excels at what she does. You can tell she truly cares about providing the best service possible, and is passionate about helping her clients. With Alyssa at the helm, this firm is a top-notch choice for anyone…”

“Through my personal and professional career - I have met and dealt with a lot of attorneys both white-shoe law firm and boutique law firm. I would say that Matt Finkelberg outshines them all for his professionalism and being true advocate for his clients. He truly puts vested interest in his client first. I would not…”

“I had an excellent experience with Zac Rosenbaum. Zac carefully listened to my concerns and provided honest and practical guidance. He demonstrated a high level of professionalism and clearly explained my legal options in a thorough and understandable manner. Zac’s depth of experience was evident from our first…”

“Matt was there and helpful for every thing and every step along the way. He listened and was very compassionate/empathetic to my situation, very knowledgeable and direct. Matt made a process that is generally not enjoyable very easy to go through, and I couldn't have had a better experience. No question I would…”

“Matt is someone you definitely want in your corner. He was amazing from beginning to end and explained any questions that I had. He made no moves or decisions until I understood everything and felt comfortable. I felt like he was truly my team mate and advocated for me every step of the way. I would recommend him to…”

“I was referred to this law firm from a friend and I was very lucky to have the opportunity to work with Mr. Casey Barkhordarian on my case. He explained my options in a very easy to comprehend manner and reached a speedy resolution with the other party before even scheduling a deposition. Will definitely recommend…”

“Matt Finkelberg is a top notch lawyer. He is very easy to talk to and truly cared about me as his client. He definitely earned my trust and confidence in his capabilities to represent me in the most professional respects. I give Matt and his firm the Derek Smith Law Group my highest recommendation to anyone who is…”

“Olivia is amazing! Olivia was very thorough, patient, and very detailed and descriptive regarding the process. She was very supportive! From the very start she communicated and would provide me with any updates. More importantly, she always extended that comfort level of trust which always made me feel at peace and…”

“I had the opportunity to work with John Bral and couldn’t be more grateful for his support and expertise. He brings a rare combination of sharp legal skill and genuine care for his clients. John was attentive, knowledgeable, and always prepared, which made a tremendous difference throughout the process. I highly…”

“Being in certain situations where we are made to feel vulnerable is very scary and sad! When I had to reach out for counsel, Jorge Hechavarria listened to what I had to say and never made me feel uncomfortable. He communicated with me closely, and always very helpful in explaining things in Layman’s terms. It was a…”

“Matt Finkelberg is Amazing and Devotional! It was a pleasure to have Matt represent me for my employment case. He was very attentive, supportive, and knowledgable throughout the whole process. Whenever I reached out he responded promptly which I greatly appreciated. Matt fought diligently and hard throughout my case…”

“I had a fantastic experience with Olivia Uzan and Derek Smith Law Group. Their kindness and constant updates throughout the process were remarkable. Olivia was not only kind and informative but also incredibly personable. She made me feel comfortable throughout the entire process, and her friendly demeanor made…”

“I had the pleasure of working with Olivia about a year, and she made what seemed so scary to me, feel safe. She guided me through the whole process and was there for me at any time of the day!! She was beyond helpful at gathering information, making it a speedy process and bringing it to a peaceful end for me. Her and…”

“Olivia is absolutely outstanding! She understands the emotional side of your case while being able to find the legal aspects of holding the employer accountable for breaking the law! Made a really terrible situation a little easier by explaining everything and helping me get everything in order and in the right hands…”

“This law firm is absolutely amazing!!! They went so above and beyond for me!!! I am so grateful for all their help with my difficult case!!! If you need a lawyer, you will be in great hands with their firm!!! And wait until you see the office! The building is so high tech I couldn't figure out how to get in the…”

“Matt Finkelberg was a huge help and did better than I could’ve asked for. He was outstanding with any questions I had, and quick to explain what I needed to know. He was able to ease any confusion/nerves during the process making me stress free during a very stressful time. I couldn’t have asked for a better attorney…”

“I not only recommend attorney Abe Melamed from the Los Angeles office at the Derek Smith Law Group, PLLC, but I guarantee once you have used his service you too will look no further. He responds in an extremely timely matter, is very knowledge and trustworthy. He was also reassuring, articulate, effective and provided…”

“Mr. Matt from Derek Smith Law Group was attentitive and thoughtful from our first conversation. Its never easy to trust someone with sensitive information but the entire process, from our phone calls to the visits to his office, made me feel safe. I truly believe Matt had my best interests at heart and the results…”

“Matt Finkelberg is an excellent lawyer and good at his trade. He is professional and at the same time personable to talk with. He has great patience and will explain each step of the judicial process with clients and makes it easier to understand. He lets the client know that they make the final decisions at all times…”

“It was great working with Casey Barkhordarian and having him help me through some issues at my workplace. I never had an attorney before and was nervous about reaching out to one, but Casey quickly put me at ease. He took the time to answer all my questions and explain everything clearly, which I really appreciated…”

“It was great working with Casey Barkhordarian and having him help me through some issues at my workplace. I never had an attorney before and was nervous about reaching out to one, but Casey quickly put me at ease. He took the time to answer all my questions and explain everything clearly, which I really appreciated…”

“Matt Finkelberg is an outstanding attorney. It was a pleasure to have him represent me for my employment case. He was very easy to talk to. He was very supportive and knowledgeable throughout the whole process. He explained the entire process to me and kept me informed every step of the way. Matt fought diligently…”

“Matt Finkelberg is a strategic and patient attorney. Not only is Matt a wonderful listener, he is an expert regarding employment and business law. Mr. Finkelberg is truly an amazing advocate, creative, and whip smart. He took the time to understand my situation, listened attentively, while offering insightful, and…”

“The level of professionalism and integrity demonstrated by Derek Smith Law Group are unmatched. A law firm that excels in communication is one that prioritizes responsiveness, clarity, and transparency with their clients. Derek Smith Law Group exhibited prompt responses to my emails and phone calls, as well as…”

“It was very nice to work with Matt on my employment case! He was always very patient, friendly whenever I was asking questions! He responded me very promptly whenever I reached out to him! He is also very professional ,honest and smart while handling my case, and he is a good listener too! I am happy with the outcome…”

“A FANTASTIC ORGANIZATION! Great customer support from beginning to end of the process. I had many questions, every time I called and spoke with Matt Finkelberg, he provided excellent support, and took the time to answer all of my questions, Matt is really informed and goes the extra mile at every stage. He had my…”

“Derek Smith Law Group Has a great team one of them being Matt Finkleberg who has been a tremendous help to me during one of the most difficult situations I have ever encountered, Matt was exceptionally supportive and knowledgeable, and when the time came to face mediation, I felt prepared and protected, He kept me…”

“Jorge Hechavarria was a pleasure to work with! I consulted with multiple attorneys for my case and Jorge was not only sympathetic but realistic and the best choice. Throughout the case, whether there was major updates or not, Jorge would check in consistently and made himself available at any time. I appreciate the…”

“I recently had the pleasure of working with Derek Smith Law Firm, and I couldn't have been more pleased with their services. From the moment I walked through their doors, I was greeted by attorney Olivia Uzan with warmth and professionalism. Throughout the entire process, they kept me informed of any updates and were…”

“Casey Barkhordarian is a fabulous attorney to work with. He explained everything to me about the case (including the millions of questions I asked) right from the start of our very first meeting. He did so in a way that I could understand and was very prompt and clear with communication the entire time. Casey…”

“Matt from the beginning was just as frustrated with hearing about my situation as a member of my own family was. What that that brings to the support system I needed, was a genuine attribute to the situation. I felt very comfortable with him, and at the “end of the day” was given an assurance he would fight for me!…”

“I want to thank the Derek Smith Law Group for helping me get through with confidence and diligence my harassment case. For quite a while i didn't know what to do about my situation, but Matt helped me to understand the laws and to know that there are people who truly care and are willing to help. Matt really took the…”

“Going through the kind of occurrence that brings you to a lawyer specializing in this type of law can be traumatizing, and draining. Matt Finkelberg is the kind of lawyer that is not only kind, and helpful but goes the extra step to help you feel safe, respected and welcomed. He is more than happy to hold your hand…”

“I'll never forget the day Matt O. Finkelberg responded to my voicemail and the first time we spoke on the phone. Matt is a very empathetic, knowledgeable attorney and he made me feel so comfortable. I felt I was talking to a friend. I was a complete mess when I reached out about my employment situation and traumatized…”

“Matt Finkelberg is a life saver. During this whole process not only did I have a great lawyer but I also made a great friend. Matt was very attentive to my case, and mental health. Matt helped me during probably the darkest time of my life and for that I am forever grateful to have came across the Derek Smith law…”

“Olivia is the best! Oliva was very thorough, patient, and very detailed and descriptive regarding the process. She was very supportive of my sexual harassment case. From the very beginning, she communicated and would provide me with any updates and she was always available when I needed anything. More importantly, she…”

“Have you ever wanted to pay your attorney more for the service they provided you? If you have never felt that way about an attorney before then you have never talked to Matt Finkelberg of the Derek Smith Law Group in LA. If you are unemployed through no fault of your own. This one call can change your life. Please…”

“I had i great experience with derek smith law group and my lawyer casey he was such a amazing person helped my case so much was always there explain the process of everything. always was there for me if i had any concerns,questions and support me through out the whole process it was truly an honor to have casey as my…”

“I had i great experience with derek smith law group and my lawyer casey he was such a amazing person helped my case so much was always there explain the process of everything. always was there for me if i had any concerns,questions and support me through out the whole process it was truly an honor to have casey as my…”

“I’ll be honest, going into this process, I didn’t really know what to expect. Olivia changed that fast. She was always available, no matter when I reached out, and had this way of explaining things that made the process feel a lot less intimidating. Every time I had a concern, she addressed it before it had a chance…”

“I’ll be honest, going into this process, I didn’t really know what to expect. Olivia changed that fast. She was always available, no matter when I reached out, and had this way of explaining things that made the process feel a lot less intimidating. Every time I had a concern, she addressed it before it had a chance…”

“It was a pleasure to have Casey represent and help me for my employment case. It was my first time needing an attorney, so I was a bit apprehensive at first – Casey took the time to answer all of my questions and fully explain everything to me, which really put me at ease. He was very attentive, supportive, and…”

“During the time that I really needed a good counselor and I was approaching different attorneys unfortunately before they heard the problem they were demanding a retainer fee. A friend of mine introduced me to the Derek Smith Law Group and I was very fortunate to be answered by Matt Finkleberg who was very polite and…”

“Best Lawyer, I more than recommend Matt 5.0 stars Posted by Anthony November 29, 2023 Matt handled a suit against the City of LA and members of the a Neighborhood Council for racial discrimination and harassment. Ths was the first suit of this type filed on a Neighborhood Council Matt handled it with poise and above…”

“I don't usually write reviews but I felt like I had to this time. When we first reached out to Derek Smith Law Group, honestly we didn't know what to expect. Legal stuff can feel intimidating and overwhelming, especially when you're already going through a tough situation. From the very first conversation with Olivia…”

“I don't usually write reviews but I felt like I had to this time. When we first reached out to Derek Smith Law Group, honestly we didn't know what to expect. Legal stuff can feel intimidating and overwhelming, especially when you're already going through a tough situation. From the very first conversation with Olivia…”

“Matt Finkleberg and his team at Derek Smith Law Group handled each and every one of my concerns flawlessly. All the emotions that had me feeling trapped for so long, they held with deep concern and care. I tend to ask a lot of questions, and at times my emotions can get the best of me; however, they were so patient…”

“Matt Finkleberg is by far the best attorney I’ve ever hired! From the outset, it was evident that he was not just another lawyer; Matt is nothing short of extraordinary. He possesses the ability to do his job phenomenally while somehow managing to give me hope during one of my darkest of hours. Matt consistently…”

“Matt is, without a doubt, the finest attorney I have ever had the privilege to hire. His knowledge is extensive and his approach is meticulous, leaving no stone unturned in his pursuit of justice for his clients. But Matt’s abilities extend far beyond legal prowess; he is genuinely kind and compassionate. He goes…”

“A sensational world class service from day one!!! Everyone at Derek Smith Law Group were very cordial, professional and caring. I was always greeted with smiles and the best cup of coffee. Their enthusiasm is most charming. Matt Finkelberg worked on my case diligently and with full devotion. I interviewed several…”

“I cannot speak highly enough about my experience working with Matt Finkelberg. From the very beginning, Matt approached my case with an incredible level of professionalism, knowledge, and dedication that immediately put me at ease. It is rare to find an attorney who not only possesses an impressive depth of legal…”