Client Testimonials

Sandy is genuine & experienced

After talking with different attorneys, I chose Ribera Law Firm because they seemed the most genuine. All lawyers run a business, but that they care about you as a person first has made working with them a pleasurable experience. They make it easy to work with by being detail oriented, sensitive of my time, and to the point. This has allowed me to work efficiently with them and also has set proper expectations. In other words, their methodology lends itself well to putting their clients at ease or making things as good as they can be. I’m happy to serve as a referral to anyone considering working with Sandy and her team.

Compassionate Law Office

I was a victim of a violent crime (attempted murder) in 2014. Sandy Ribera was referred to me by another attorney. From the first time we spoke on the phone, she assured me she cared about me as a person, showing me compassion and patience and empathy. I looked forward to correspondence with Sandy during these dark days. She was a breath of “fresh air” during the most painful and depressing period in my life. During litigation I observed her. She is a strong, intelligent, confident attorney who loves her work and brings a positive attitude to the table, no matter what. Sandy won a settlement on my behalf that was quadruple the amount of my workers compensation settlement. Four years after this brutal attack on my life, I am happy, content and very comfortable with my lifestyle. This would not be possible without the fine legal representation I received from Ribera Law. A+ service.

Sandra Ribera believes passionately that every child has the fundamental right to have a childhood where you don’t become a victim of a violent and heinous sexual assault. If you are an adult as I am now and were victimized you need to call Sandra Ribera. Sandra will be sensitive to your emotional state, willingness to listen and very attentive to detail. Sandra showed me great compassion, very strong knowledge of the law regarding my rights to find and seek justice and restitution. Sandra was able to do that pre litigation. Sandra is an amazing attorney. Sandra clearly and articulately explained the law and my rights, was always reassuring whenever we spoke and never made me doubt that she wasn’t fighting for me. With the expertise that Sandra has and that she exhibited in the pre litigation process is why she was successful. I would without a doubt highly recommend Sandra Ribera to any woman who has stayed silent for so many years out of fear and the shame you feel that she will fight for you and allow you to reclaim some of the dignity and self-worth you’ve felt you lost so long ago.

I contracted HIV while I was working in the adult film industry in 2013. After looking for a lawyer to handle my case for about a year and a half, I met Sandy in 2015. My case was not easy. However, after listening to my story, Sandy agreed to take my case because she knew that what happened to me was wrong. Sandy fought to get me justice when nobody else would even try. She put on her warrior face and went to work.

That case went on for 2+ years. During that time, Sandy fought for me like she was fighting for her own life. She ate, slept, and breathed my case, and she made me know that no matter what happened, we were in it together to the end.

Even now that my case is over, Sandy is still there for me and remains a huge part of my life. I’m very happy with the results Sandy was able to accomplish in my case. I am finally able to move on with my life. I honestly can’t tell you where I would be without Sandy representing me in this matter.

There are no amount of things I can say to truly express my gratitude for her. For those of you out there that may be in need of a lawyer, if you really want somebody with a ton of integrity who will fight tooth and nail for you and has the balls to keep on fighting when most people would just give up, then Sandra Ribera Speed is the attorney for you.

For months, I had tried to enlist a number of lawyers to take my sexual abuse case against the Diocese of Oakland and its Bishop Michael Barber, but to no avail.  Then I approached Sandy Ribera Speed who listened to me, believed in my story, and agreed to take my case.  At the time I was at a low ebb following my assault and my subsequent mistreatment by Bishop Barber who treated me as if I were the perpetrator of a brutal sexual assault, instead of the victim.  From the very beginning, Sandy Ribera Speed gave me courage, empathy, and hope.  My case was difficult due to the fact that I was an adult when I was sexually assaulted by Fr. Van Dinh.

Thus, it was difficult for some to understand my reaction or lack thereof throughout the assault.  Later revelations explained why, but they came many months later.  Sandy sustained my spirits throughout many depressing months and fought valiantly and skillfully on my behalf.  She mounted an excellent case against powerful, and at times ruthless, opponents – amassing evidence on my behalf and exposing a number of false witnesses. What other lawyers had viewed at best as a weak case, Sandy gradually overcame many attacks on my character and validated all my statements.

While at all times a prudent professional and doughty fighter, Sandy never forgot my fragile personality in light of all that I had suffered. I can now say that I feel psychologically much stronger and more confident in myself thanks to all the help that I received from Sandy, not only that; I feel vindicated in my person and feel that I have won worthwhile compensation both socially and monetary.   I am delighted to write these words to help express my thanks and gratitude to Sandy Ribera Speed for the powerful representation and the solicitude that she has delivered on my behalf.

Sandy is a top-notch attorney who actually cares about her clients, which is rare. Her expert experience yielded a better result than imagined. When no other attorney wanted my case, Sandy eagerly took it on and patiently guided me through all of its twists and turns with ease. She is an expert and will totally commit and never waiver. I highly recommend her when you need a personal injury attorney who will get the job done, and will care about you while she does it. Sandy is also a quality person who also happens to be an excellent attorney. I consulted with at least 15 other attorneys, and even if any of those would have been willing to take my case, I would have chosen Sandy.

Sandra is on entirely different level, Excellent in every aspect!

Working with Sandra and her colleagues was by far the best experience I had regarding a legal matter! She helped me navigate a complex and very personal case. Which required a deep understanding of very intimate elements. Sandra showed great empathy, always treated me with dignity and respect. I felt that I could share any detail as she created a safe environment and empowered me immensely. I can’t even find the proper words to describe Sandy’s qualities as well as her colleagues. Navigating the US legal system as a foreigner is anxiety inducing. Having the right attorney is vital! Sandra, on top of being super competent, has a great personality. I found myself most of the time not even thinking about my issue. My anxiety went completely away once I knew I was in very good hands! Luckily, she was recommended to me and her firm was the first one I reached out to. I feel if I took the phone to dial random attorneys, I would have given up by the first call as I would have felt unsafe to share all the intimate details. If you are looking for an attorney, just stop looking, you just found the best! Thanks to Sandra, now I can finally create my charity dedicated to help many people. I am eternally grateful!

In 2013 I contracted HIV while working in the adult film industry. I met Sandra in the summer of 2015. After meeting Sandra and her hearing my story she told me it sounds like you have a case. No other lawyer wanted to even touch this case nor stand up to the adult film industry. Sandra went all in, stood up for me and had my back when nobody else did. I am so grateful and thankful that she was brought into my life to help me in this horrible situation. Sandra actually cared and took time out of her own life to help take care of me.

I’m very happy with what she accomplished for me. She will always be a huge part of my life not only for all the hard work and dedication she put into my case but because she is an amazing human being. If you ask if I would recommend her, that’s like asking if you would want Michael Jordan on your basketball team! If you want a lawyer who will fight for you through thick and thin and actually care about you as a person and not just a pay check then I full heartily recommend Sandra Ribera!!

I was involved in a road traffic accident on my bike. As I was in the country on a short-term visa it meant I had to return home and leave the US after my accident giving me little hope of being compensated for my accident. From the minute I contacted Sandy she was honest about my case and confident she could get a result. The whole process was very efficient despite me being in a different country and her team were also very efficient throughout the process. I got a successful result all thanks to Sandy and her team and I can’t recommend her highly enough.

Very great firm! They do a very good job making you feel important regardless of how big the case is. Highly recommend this firm to anyone dealing with personal injuries.

If you are looking for a great attorney, Attorney Sandra Ribera & Ribera Law Firm is the right place for you. They treated me with kindness and respect throughout the whole process and they make you feel like a family member.

Sandy is very intelligent and has a reputation for being fair and honest. She also is the best advocate for you in a battle. She will fight for your rights and best interest and when it comes to monetary compensation she is the right person to go to battle for you she is one tough, knowledgeable, Attorney with a wonderful group of legal staff that live up to her standards and treat you the same. I’m glad that I found Ribera Law Firm it was the best decision I made to hire them.

Luckily, she was recommended to me and her firm was the first one I reached out to. I feel if I took the phone to dial random attorneys, I would have given up by the first call as I would have felt unsafe to share all the intimate details.

If you are looking for an attorney, just stop looking, you just found the best!

Thanks to Sandra, now I can finally create my charity dedicated to help many people. I am eternally grateful!

Professional and compassionate

I was very happy with the settlement of my case. Sandra combined professionalism with compassion and concern for my well-being. My only regret, with the social distancing guidelines, I could only give her a virtual hug in gratitude.

I had a last minute decision to make for representation in regards to my sexual assault in 2014. But that’s a whole other complicated story, not helpful for my review of Sandra Speed Attorney at Law.

Sandra took my case faster than lightning and trust was easily established. I had researched and interviewed quite a few but she HEARD ME! For a sensitive case like mine against a huge entity is I realized huge undertaking and Sandra showed no fear from the start. Respectfully “you don’t wear flip flops to a real fight”! We both agreed to that before even actually meeting. I knew she was the one!

I first met Sandra Ribera Speed about two years ago. She was the attorney representing my husband, who had been injured in an auto accident. It was my first experience with litigation. Litigation can be very nerve-wracking. Sandra was always available to answer my questions and never failed to return my many phone calls.

In preparation for my deposition, Sandra spoke with me in detail about what to expect and showed me genuine compassion. When the time came for mediation with the insurance company’s three representatives, she was a tiger, pressing for the best award possible.

Sandra worked long hours, and pulled an “all-nighter” in preparation for the day of the mediation. She presented a superior summation of the facts and our demands to the mediator and the insurance company representatives. After nearly a day-long session of back and forth negotiations, Ms. Ribera Speed was victorious! She was able to secure for us a six-figure settlement—the best possible award that could be granted and achieved final resolution of the matter.

Personable and experienced trial attorney, very honest!

Sandy did a free consultation for me when I had a complex legal issue appear in my life. I was really impressed with how much time she spent on this evaluation without charging me. After she analyzed my situation, she determined a lawyer in a different type of practice, criminal law, would be more appropriate for me. Even though she wasn’t a fit for my case, I was very impressed with her knowledge of the law and her attention to my legal problems. She gave me a good, detailed overview of the trial process, which was really helpful to me when considering my options. Because of this, I plan on reaching back out to her for a related legal issue once my initial problems are addressed. I would definitely recommend her and I especially appreciate how personable she was!

Working with Sandra and her colleagues was by far the best experience I had regarding a legal matter! She helped me navigate a complex and very personal case. Which required a deep understanding of very intimate elements. Sandra showed great empathy, always treated me with dignity and respect. I felt that I could share any detail as she created a safe environment and empowered me immensely. I can’t even find the proper words to describe Sandy’s qualities as well as her colleagues. She encouraged me both legally and emotionally. She is a passionate fighter.

Sandra Ribera Speed is well recognized for her tenacity and being a zealous litigator. She is not only detail oriented but also well respected by her colleagues. She provided me with excellent advice and helped alleviate any concerns I had about the litigation process. I am very happy with her professionalism and outstanding service!!
Thank you, Sandy, you are a gem!!!!!

Sandy Ribera was referred to me by Angela Alito after a co-worker mistakenly contacted Angela on my behalf regarding a tragic event. I was brutally attacked and almost murdered on my job. I was in a state of shock, traumatized and all alone in a new city without family support. From the beginning, our initial phone call, Sandy expressed great concern for me as a person and showed me compassion and respect. My contact with Ribera Law leading up to our first litigation was always very supportive and compassionate. She made me feel as though I would be all right. Her confidence was a light in my otherwise stressful and complicated life dealing with daily medical appointments and relentless defense tactics by my employer’s insurance company.

Watching Sandy advocate for me, I describe her as tough, intelligent, thorough and very passionate about her role as client advocate. She is also a lovely human being who I will always feel lucky to have met. We settled my case before trial for a large amount of money. My personal injury case with Ribera Law settled 18 months before my worker’s compensation case settled; my worker’s compensation settlement would turn out to be only a fraction of the settlement Sandy got for me. I will not be able to return to the work I did before my assault to a diagnosis of PTSD. I used my settlement from Sandy to return to grad school and start my own business. I work for myself now and I have never been happier on the job. I give Sandy a lot of credit for this.

I was in a motorcycle accident, hit by an underinsured driver. Ribera Law did not end up taking my case, but they (Nick, I believe) gave me some excellent guidance that helped me negotiate with my health plan provider. I hope I’m not in a similar situation in the future, but if it does happen, I’ll call Ribera first.

One minute all is normal the next, everything is changed. An accident like ours is a very traumatic event and to have Sandra Ribera Speed as our advocate and advisor throughout these last few years has been a blessing. I want to thank her for all her hard work and for believing in my family’s personal injury lawsuit.

I don’t think I could have gotten a better lawyer to handle our case. Sandra’s passion for the law and drive to win really set her apart from the other law firms. She had no problem going up against the large big dollar lawyers and getting us a fair settlement.

Ms. Ribera Speed’s ability to develop a legal strategy and think outside the box was tremendous. I especially liked the way she anticipated and out maneuvered the opposition, time and time again, it was fascinating to watch. Sandra’s professionalism is outstanding and she always kept us informed, provided the facts, and together we decided how to proceed. Sandra Ribera Speed is more than just our family’s attorney, she has become our friend and we highly recommend her as a very capable and very compassionate attorney.

Thank you.

The best attorney that you would ever want

Not only a highly skilled and competent attorney, who knows how to navigate a tough case, but a truly good person as well. Sandy was patient, diligent, and a fighter for me. The result was better than imagined. I highly recommend Sandy. She is an experienced pro who also cares, unlike other attorneys.

If you are looking for an attorney who is beyond measure; Sandy is the right person for you. Sandy took on an assisted living facility my Father resided in where he received inadequate care. During my quest to advocate for my father many lawyers listened to the first few sentences with unsympathetic disinterest and then turned me away. Just when I was about to concede; I found the Ribera law firm. Vanessa listened to my story intently and with compassion while we went over every detail, and there were many. Most importantly, she made sure to gather every piece of evidence including documents and pictures that would strengthen our case. While this took time Vanessa was willing to check and recheck all the information was correct and relevant to a strong case. Sandy went to bat for a man who could no longer articulate his thoughts in such a way that could let people know the details of what was happening to him exactly. Sandy, then, is one of those strong advocates for people who really need one. The outcome resulted in a monumental settlement that will provide extraordinary care for my Father for many years to come; however more than just monetary damages, justification that my Father was not being cared for properly was met. Again, if you are looking for an attorney you want to exhibit patience, compassion, competence and professionalism you need look no further.

Amazing Experience

Working with Sandy on a personal/private case was by far an amazing experience. She’s very supportive and helped me get closure from my complicated situation by bringing everything to an end/meeting in the middle. I appreciate her tenacity and help in getting my voice heard.

Successful negotiation – thank you!

Sandra represented me in a dispute with my employer and skillfully negotiated a very generous settlement for me. Throughout the process, she gave me actionable advice and set realistic expectations for the likely outcome. She was tenacious when the opposing counsel was difficult to engage and made sure I was always up to date on the latest. I’m so glad Sandra and her team was on my side!

Grateful for your services

I am very grateful to Ms. Ribera and her team for the wonderful accomplishment in my case. I would highly recommend her to anyone who needs an attorney, as she is an excellent attorney and has integrity and professionalism. God bless you for all your wonderful work!

It comes with great satisfaction that I offer this testimonial in regard to Ribera Law Firm.

I have had the distinct and professional pleasure to work with attorney, Sandra Ribera Speed, over the past several years. Throughout this time, I have found Ms. Ribera Speed to be an accomplished and well enlightened attorney. She has consistently provided unwavering expert advice to all the clients we have had the mutual opportunity to assist.

Ms. Ribera Speed and her team at Ribera Law Firm are true winners. Ribera Law Firm is made up of polished and consummate professionals who strive to provide the highest levels of legal representation.

I look forward to a continued relationship with Ms. Ribera Speed and Ribera Law Firm. One that has and continues to promote the best interests of our mutual clientele.

Sincerely,

Great lawyers and supported my mother and supported I and family during a tragic incident …thank you personally to Nick and all the staff at Ribera Law Firm.

Sandra Ribera Speed of the Ribera Law Firm has been the attorney for Maddan & Company, Inc. for the past two years. As a small, family-owned company, we really needed an attorney to help us deal with the variety of legal issues that arise in running a business. Ms. Ribera Speed has been just the right person to handle our company’s needs. Whether it is fine tuning our contracts or providing legal counsel regarding potential litigation exposure, Ms. Ribera Speed works hard to protect the interests of Maddan & Company, Inc. She is able to understand complex business issues and offer sound and pointed solutions.

Additionally, Ms. Ribera Speed always makes us feel that our company comes first. Her quick and personal response to our questions and concerns provide us with the peace of mind we need so that we may focus our energies on running our company.

I personally would not hesitate in recommending the Ribera Law Firm to any company or individual.

Sincerely yours,

She gives lawyers a good name. I am glad I met her.

Just damn good people.