There is not enough I can say for all Melissa has done for me and my children. I hired Melissa after having 2 other local attorneys. I won’t mention their names, however I don’t feel with them they had the best intentions of my children involved. From the start with my consultation, Melissa always had not only my protection legally/financially at the top, but the protection of my children first and foremost. It had taken me three years, thousands of dollars, and two attorneys before Melissa came and finished my case with the amount of money and time she told me she would. She actually finished my three year long case in just 6 months. If you are from an abusive relationship and are wondering where to go next and who could help you finish a long horrible process, I would definitely consult Melissa to help you. I do believe she is an angel for me and my kids...there just aren’t any more words or better way to put it. Thank you Melissa and all the staff that helped us too
Amy Redman and the M&Ms

SAVE YOUR MONEY!!! I COULD HAVE REPRESENTED MYSELF SO MUCH BETTER. SHE MADE LOOK SO DUMB , TURNED IN PAPERWORK LATE , & KEPT GETTING DATES AND EVENTS CONFUSED. SHE TURNED IN DOCUMENTS EVEN A DAY BEFORE ( WHICH THEY DONT CONSIDER BECAUSE ITS TOO LATE FOR THE COURT TO REVIEW ) & THE JUDGE WAS APPALLED. HIGHLY UPSET AND DISAPPOINTED! WASTE OF MY MONEY & TIME! I SWEAR SHE DIDNT EVEN REVIEW MY CASE !!!

I had the pleasure to work with Melissa and her staff on a last minute custody case. We had very little time to prepare! I am so thankful that Melissa was my first call. After just a few minutes on the phone, I knew we had made the right choice! We are located in California and had no knowledge of attorneys in the area, it was a huge relief knowing we had found the right attorney! The time she took to get to know us, as well as, the other party involved, really warmed our heart. She truly cares about people! Fast forward a couple of weeks and Melissa was able to resolve the matter without further court hearings. We are so lucky and blessed to have worked with Melissa and her entire team, every bit of the process was flawless! Her team is extremely friendly and knowledgeable. I highly recommend her services, it is by far one of the best experiences we have had. Thank you Melissa and team at Ascher and Denton!

Melissa intervened with amazing promptness, knowledge, wisdom and compassion to help all parties see what was best for the child, and each other. She has counseling skills so your getting double service from one person. Thank you so very much from the bottom of my heart. You helped everyone.

When it came time to look for a Family Law Attorney, Ascher and Denton was referred to me by a "friend of a friend". I met Ingrid Zerpa who immediately made me feel comfortable with the process I was about to embark on. Ingrid was very professional, yet caring about my situation and remained patient throughout the entire process, which took over a year to complete. I would definitely recommend Ingrid and her staff to anyone in need with professional Family Law situations in the future. Thank You Ingrid and Ascher& Denton for your services.

I would highly recommend Ingrid at Ascher and Denton. She will work tirelessly for you. I found her to be caring, compassionate, and professional the entire time we worked together.

Melissa's extensive experience, coupled with her professionalism and warm demeanor, have made what I expected to be a difficult time to be relatively painless. Melissa and her assistant, Jay, were always available for any question or concern I had. Highly recommend Ascher & Denton!!

We hired them on a very sensitive family matter and couldn't be happier with the job they did.I would highly recommend them . Very caring and professional.

Melissa and her team were very patient and knowledgeable and helped me work through a very difficult divorce that lasted nearly a year. The results I achieved were unexpected and due to Melissa's expertise, I was able to resolve my case in mediation. Her advice and counsel helped me achieve a peaceful divorce and I was able to settle custody issues with results I didn't think I would get. Highly recommend to any fathers out there who are having multiple and complicated issues. Thank you again for all your help!

I am very lucky to have found lawyer Ms. Denton and exceptionally happy with her service! She is phenomenal, not only knowledgeable, professional, on point, but also compassionate, witty, highly intelligent. I highly recommend her for anyone seeking a super lawyer without reservation.

After interviewing several family law attorneys I was delighted to meet Melissa. Right away I felt like I could place myself and my needs in her very experienced, capable hands. She was strong and solid as a rock while I was in my weakest emotional state. Her ability to take command and do what is necessary was such a relief to me. As a result we got a ruling that I believe is fair, and am very happy with. I'm also very happy with her pricing structure. I feel its the best money I've spent in a very long time. I've continued to retain Melissa as my family law attorney and call on her frequently to help me with details in the aftermath of my divorce. I recommend Melissa highly. I want to also put in a mention for Kaylene. She is absolutely amazing. Her expertise, attention to detail and "bedside manner" are phenomenal. Thank you both for everything you've done and continue to do on my behalf. -Carl

Horrible communication! I do not recommend!

I've known Melissa Denton for almost 25 years. She is a highly effective attorney.

I had a very tough and emotionally draining case that in the beginning looked like it should be simple. When I met Melissa Denton I was immediately impressed with her ability to be pragmatic and compassionate all in the same moment. At all times during this process she was professional and did a perfect job at making sure I understood my options for each moment I had to go through. I also had a huge amount of time spent with her staff......Kaylene and Dani......and again I was nothing but impressed with their ability to handle everything with grace, alacrity and sincerity. In addition, since this is a huge financial consideration, I was always charged in a more than fair manner and I left the entire experience feeling like these women were my guides through one of the most emotionally trying times in my life. My sincerest thanks to all of you for your efforts and for helping me to move forward with my life feeling like I was part of a something way more special than just a business transaction.

We were told that we could not appeal, not that we couldn't win the appeal. Found out that the information is wrong and we suffered.

For the owner to suggest that I am wrong and that they know something others don't is foolish. I am a respected member of the community with no record of any kind. I advocate for children daily.

You guys have my check with all my information on it, if you'd like to make it up, feel free to contact me. I balk when a family and child is hurt from legal ineptness of which I see way too often with in the state organizations already. I was hoping that paying for legal advice and seeing all the great reviews would help, it didn't. Just money flushed down the toilet. And now attorney wanting to pass blame to the client without any knowledge. Shows very little character.

Yes, I am also D Wilson. I can't seem to edit my other review, so I am doing this one. So many of the good reviews are from people out of state. Weird. Also, don't forget to look at Yelp.

If you have a bad experience with an attorney, dr, dentist, whatever, it is so important to share the information. Too much is hidden from regular people and reviews can be faked and skewed, especially positive ones. Also, beware of company owners who try to lay the blame at the reviewers feet without proof.

Stay far away from this place. I took my young friend there for legal advice. She said that the judgement couldn't be appealed. Today we went to get free legal aid and found out Zerpa was dead wrong. I only took him there because of the high ratings. Don't trust those rating. I paid her consultation fee thinking that she wouldn't be a hack. So disappointed.

I would recommend this company to anybody that needs a great family attorney. Thank you Melissa and Ingrid for your help! Amazing job!!

Ingrid did a fantastic job of managing my divorce. Divorce is complicated and emotional and Ingrid guided me every step of the way. She was supportive, very helpful in working with the other side, yet definately my advocate. I highly recommend her.

Very unhappy with service and lack of progress! Have paid a lot of money to get nowhere. Started working with them in January. Six months have passed and we are more stressed out about child support and parenting plan now. They are passive unmotivated and unsympathetic! Do not hire them!

Melissa represented me through my divorce. Her compassionate, sound advice was above and beyond what I expected from a divorce lawyer. Her professionalism stood out among others I looked at to handle my case. In the end I was extremely pleased with the results. Melissa's made me feel confident and sure things would be ok. I'm very grateful for her expertise and guidance through the entire process.

I just wanted to take a moment to let you know of my experience with Attorney, Melissa Denton and Law Clerk, Kaylene Petitt. Far too often, people are eager to write letters or make a phone call to complain, but I wanted to take the time to write to say that I am very pleased with their performance, support, professionalism and determination. Throughout my case, they were always very quick to respond, available, and always patient in explaining the status and details/developments of my case. Communication was excellent. Melissa took great care to listen to my concerns before, during, and after my case. Melissa also gave me the courage to do what is in the best interest and safety for me and my children.

Both Melissa and Kaylene did everything in their power to ensure this process had truly been as smooth and comfortable as possible. Every step along the way, I was kept informed of the progress, promises were maintained, and copies of communication between my lawyer and the defendant’s representatives were always sent to me. I could not have asked for more! I thank and commend Melissa Denton and Kaylene Petitt for providing highly professional and caring service throughout this process. I highly recommend Ascher and Denton Family Law. They have gone above and beyond what I expected of a law office to ensure that my family was taken care of and I am happy with the results of my case.

Melissa Denton is an incredible, compassionate lawyer with a wealth of knowledge in Family Law. She takes a personable and caring approach when working with her clients. Melissa made me feel at ease and confident that my case would be settled impartially and just. During the legal process, she ensured that I remained stress free, managing every detail of my case. I hired Melissa six years ago and when I was faced with another legal encounter, I didn't hesitate to call her again. She is truly an effective and efficient lawyer that is passionate about the law and her clients.

Melissa is more than an attorney she is somebody who cares and brings more to the table than just closing a divorce case. She listens and communicates many more objectives to a situation!

Melissa Denton made my divorce as quick and painless as possible. She was an amazing advocate for my children. This woman is fierce, smart, and fair.