Verified Company
Attorney Sethi, Attorney Leyan as well with assistant Sammy were all amazing with my child custody. Not only did they do everything in their power to keep my baby at home they went beyond and above with helping me with everything I had going on. Mentally physically and attorney Leyan still keeps in touch giving me advise or even a listening ear. Definitely will recommend this firm.
I worked with Rj Seth and his team on a family matter, and I can say he handled it with both professionalism and care. These situations are stressful, and having someone who communicates clearly and keeps you informed makes a big difference.
Rj took the time to understand my situation, explain the strategy, and make sure everything stayed within my budget and retainer. I felt supported throughout the process and never felt like I was dealing with things alone.
I would definitely recommend him to anyone going through a difficult legal situation.
The firm responded publicly in general terms, but has not publicly disputed the specific documents I posted, including the court email stating no Notice of Appearance had been filed and the later settlement proposal conditioning a full refund on signing a release and removing reviews.
I retained Sethi Law LLC August 22nd 2025 for a serious, time sensitive interstate custody/jurisdiction matter involving my child, and my experience was extremely disappointing.
I hired the firm because I needed urgent filings, clear strategy, and actual courtroom representation. Instead, I experienced repeated delays, vague responses, poor communication, and a lack of follow through. No Notice of Appearance was filed in my New York case, even after I retained the firm and repeatedly asked for confirmation. When my court date came, I was told no New York licensed attorney was available and that I should try to get an adjournment myself. I had to appear in court alone after paying for representation.
Throughout the case, I was repeatedly told things were “done,” “ready,” or would be filed soon, but I often was not given filed copies, proof of filing, or clear confirmation of what had actually been completed. My calls, emails, and texts were often ignored or answered vaguely. I was left chasing updates in a case involving my child.
The same pattern carried over into the New Jersey side of the matter: delays, confusion, missed follow-through, and excuses after important dates had already passed. In my experience, the firm did not show the urgency, organization, or reliability that a complex custody case requires.
I retained this firm for a specific purpose: to help me recover custody of my son and properly handle the jurisdiction and enforcement issues. I do not believe they fulfilled that role. At critical moments, I felt unsupported and effectively unrepresented.
If you are considering hiring this firm for a custody or jurisdiction matter, ask very specific questions about who will actually appear in court, when filings will actually be made, and how often you will receive real updates and proof of work. Based on my experience, I do not recommend Sethi Law LLC for a serious family law matter. A clear order stating my son was to be returned back to me existed for months and Sethi Law never put in a notice of appearance to get my son back. After the order wasn’t followed by the mother. My son lost his routine livelihood attending his charter school being with his friends and has been missed deeply by his siblings. Sethi law would ignore my calls. I would have to call from different numbers. My household and I spent sleepless and hopeless nights. While Sethi prioritized keeping secret his status representing me in New York. I had to research my self to find out that he was delinquent in NY.
Additionally, after I posted my review and demanded a full refund, I was told the firm was willing to return the full retainer only if I signed a separate agreement stating the matter was fully resolved and agreed to remove public reviews/statements. In other words, the refund was not offered unconditionally.
The firm later put in writing that the refund it offered was “not an admission of wrongdoing” and “not intended as compensation for additional claims,” only an effort to close the matter. In my view, the refund was being framed on the firm’s terms while responsibility for the underlying representation was still being denied. With all documented evidence from the court sharing how not only he didn’t fulfill his assigned duty. He ignored the courts email. RJ still admits to no wrongdoing. If you want a firm that makes excuses and doesn’t take accountability. You’ve landed in the right place. I’ve shared attachments. Not only to prove the conduct of Sethi law who is ran by “RJ Sethi”. I’m posting my encounter as a real testimony. This is an example of the practice of Sethi law. I lost time. I missed deadlines. I’ve been abandoned. I’ve been ignored. Many calls I’ve made to find out the status. During a fully paid retainer.
Reply from Sethi Law LLC
2026.04.08
We strongly disagree with the statements made in this review, which present a misleading and incomplete account of the representation.
Due to our professional obligations, we cannot disclose confidential communications or case details in a public forum. However, the client was advised of the legal strategy after review, scope of representation, and retainer limitations throughout the matter, and actively participated in decision-making at each stage.
At all times, our firm acted in good faith, performed substantial work on the client’s behalf, and communicated regarding strategy, filings, and next steps within the agreed scope of engagement.
We take client concerns seriously and made good faith efforts to resolve this matter privately. Unfortunately, the characterization presented here does not accurately reflect the full record of communications and work performed.
We remain confident in the services provided and stand by our professional obligations and conduct.
Due to our professional obligations, we cannot disclose confidential communications or case details in a public forum. However, the client was advised of the legal strategy after review, scope of representation, and retainer limitations throughout the matter, and actively participated in decision-making at each stage.
At all times, our firm acted in good faith, performed substantial work on the client’s behalf, and communicated regarding strategy, filings, and next steps within the agreed scope of engagement.
We take client concerns seriously and made good faith efforts to resolve this matter privately. Unfortunately, the characterization presented here does not accurately reflect the full record of communications and work performed.
We remain confident in the services provided and stand by our professional obligations and conduct.
Run away! Think twice before retaining Sethi law LLC
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I hired Sethi Law LLC for an urgent interstate custody/jurisdiction matter involving my child, and my experience with this firm was one of the most disappointing and damaging professional experiences I have ever had.
I retained this firm because I needed immediate, competent legal help in a very serious case involving custody, jurisdiction, enforcement of court orders, and related New Jersey and New York proceedings. I made it clear from the start that time mattered, filings mattered, and court appearances mattered. I was not looking for general advice or delay. I was paying for real representation and action.
Instead, what I experienced was a pattern of delay, vague promises, missed follow-through, poor communication, and failure to appear when it counted most.
One of the biggest issues was that no Notice of Appearance was ever filed in my New York case, even after I retained the firm and repeatedly asked about it. I kept being led to believe they were handling the matter, but when my court date came, I was left effectively unrepresented. I texted asking who would be there to represent me and was told there was no New York licensed attorney available and that I should try to get an adjournment myself. I had to stand in court alone in front of the judge in a high-stakes custody matter after paying this firm to represent me.
That was not an isolated problem. Communication throughout the representation was extremely poor. I repeatedly received statements like “it’s done,” “it’s ready,” “it’s finished,” “I’m doing it now,” or “it’ll be filed tonight,” but I was often not given actual filed copies, proof of filing, or any concrete confirmation that the promised work had really been completed. My calls, emails, and texts were often ignored or answered with vague responses. I felt like I was constantly chasing basic updates in a case involving my child.
I also dealt with repeated excuses that made no sense in the context of an urgent family law matter. At different points, delays were blamed on strategy, court confusion, scheduling issues, office problems, or waiting on something else. There was always another reason why what needed to be done had not yet been done. But from a client’s point of view, the pattern was the same: delay, no clear result, and no accountability.
The New Jersey side of the matter was handled just as poorly. There were issues involving service, subpoenaed evidence, reconsideration, and hearing dates. I was told things would be addressed, only to later learn hearings had gone forward without proper follow-through, counsel had not appeared, or the firm needed more time after the fact because something still had not been done. In one instance involving subpoenaed footage, I was told a reconsideration motion would need to be filed after the matter had already gone sideways. In another, I was left dealing with the fallout of counsel not appearing and then being told the matter was “not calendared” on their end. That is not the level of reliability anyone should accept in an active custody case.
What made all of this worse was that I retained this firm for a specific purpose: to help me recover custody of my son and properly litigate the interstate jurisdiction and enforcement issues. Instead, I felt like the representation drifted, changed, and shrank over time to fit what the firm was actually willing or able to do. A client does not sign a retainer so that months later the law firm can effectively change the practical scope of the representation after it becomes obvious they are not keeping up. You do not take someone’s retainer in a highly specialized custody/jurisdiction matter and then leave them unrepresented in court while still acting as if the case is being handled.
I also had serious concerns about whether the firm was truly equipped for the kind of case I hired them for. This was not a simple matter. It involved UCCJEA issues, New York and New Jersey proceedings, enforcement of prior return orders, domestic violence implications, service issues, subpoena practice, and court coordination. In my experience, the firm did not demonstrate the level of organization, urgency, or subject-matter command that this type of case required. I was the one constantly forced to track dates, follow up, press for filings, and remind counsel what was pending. That should never be the client’s role in a retained custody case.
My frustration was not based on one bad day. It was based on a documented pattern. I repeatedly raised concerns in writing. I asked direct questions about whether they were representing me in New York. I asked when a Notice of Appearance would be filed. I asked for itemized billing and work product. I asked for proof of filings. I asked who would appear for me in court. The responses were too often delayed, vague, or nonresponsive.
From my perspective, Sethi Law LLC did not fulfill the core purpose for which I retained them. Their lack of follow-through, failure to appear, and poor communication harmed my position in an already difficult custody case. I paid for representation, but at critical moments I was left to fend for myself.
Potential clients should ask this firm very specific questions before paying a retainer:
Will a licensed attorney in the correct state actually appear in court?
When exactly will a Notice of Appearance be filed?
Will the firm promptly send filed copies and proof of submission?
Who is actually handling the file day to day?
What is their real experience with interstate custody and jurisdiction matters?
What happens if a court date is scheduled and no attorney is available?
If I had known my case would be handled this way, I would never have hired this firm.
Based on my experience, I do not recommend Sethi Law LLC for a serious custody or jurisdiction matter. I believe the firm owes me a full refund of my retainer because it failed to provide the representation I retained it for.
Date of experience: 26 March, 2026
Date of experience: 26 March, 2026
I’m very grateful for the support I received from Sethi Law and Mr. Sethi during a challenging time. He was patient, professional, and took the time to clearly explain my options, which helped me feel more at ease throughout the process. I truly appreciated his calm demeanor and the genuine care he showed. I would recommend Sethi Law to anyone looking for honest and reliable legal guidance.
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Hi my name is Rohan.I am truly grateful for the wonderful help my lawyer has given me. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for preparing my document and supporting me through this whole process. Your kindness, professionalism, and dedication mean so much to me, and I will never forget the help you provided. I am very happy and deeply appreciative of everything you have done.
To anyone who has been referred here or is looking for a reliable and caring lawyer, I highly recommend this office. They are patient, knowledgeable, and truly committed to helping their clients. You will be in very good hands.
I definitely recommend Mr. Sethi, he walked me through the process of divorce, any small question or concern he was easily reachable and was always able to give me excellent advice. Very professional and kind person. It can be very hard to go through this process, but to say the least it was smooth sailing having Mr. Sethi as my attorney!
Suraj Rj Sethi, Esq and Rasheta Butler, Esq. did an excellent job with my divorce case and false TRO from a spouse case. This law firm will fight your fights in court for you. They are like battle warriors. There is no BS in this law firm. I will recommend them to all my friends. They are highly skilled. They listen to their clients and communicate with them. Get a free consultation with them and you will see how good they are.
Terrible firm
I am writing this review to share my complete experience with Sethi Law LLC so other people don’t go through what I went through.
I hired Sethi Law for an extremely important and time-sensitive custody/jurisdiction case involving my child. I was very clear from the beginning that the situation required urgent filings, frequent communication, and accurate legal strategy. What I received instead was confusion, delay, misdirection, and an overall lack of execution.
From the start, the firm provided me with strategies that were unrealistic and legally impossible for the court to accept. I only learned this after wasting time, energy, and money following the direction they gave me. At no point did I feel they had a full grasp of the procedural requirements, deadlines, or the urgency of what needed to be done. It became clear to me that they were inexperienced in this specific area of law, despite telling me they had “decades of experience.”
The most concerning part was their inability to follow through on basic responsibilities:
• No Notice of Appearance was ever filed in my New York case, even though I had paid and repeatedly asked for confirmation.
• On my court date, I texted asking who would be there to represent me, and I was told no New York licensed attorney was available and that I should “try to get an adjournment.” I had to stand in court alone, unrepresented, in front of the judge.
• The firm repeatedly promised filings “today,” “tonight,” or “in an hour,” yet nothing was filed, and no actual proof of progress was ever provided.
• Communication was almost nonexistent. My messages and questions were routinely ignored or answered with vague responses like “we’re strategizing” or “it’s already done,” without ever sending anything to back that up.
• I was also told that delays were caused by problems with their copy machine or other office issues which is inexcusable when dealing with urgent court filings involving a minor child.
This experience caused enormous stress and confusion. The lack of urgency, lack of competence, and lack of basic communication put me in an incredibly vulnerable position during an already difficult legal battle. I hired this firm to help me navigate a serious situation, and instead I felt misled, unsupported, and left stranded at critical moments.
In my opinion, a law firm that practices numerous different areas of law should not take on a highly specialized, complex family-jurisdiction matter unless they truly have the knowledge and ability to handle it. From my experience, the way this case was handled made it clear that they were not prepared for the complexities of my situation.
This is my honest review. If you are considering hiring Sethi Law for a custody or jurisdiction matter, I strongly recommend that you ask very specific questions about their real experience, their ability to file on time, and whether an attorney licensed in your state will actually show up to court with you. My experience with this firm was extremely disappointing, and I hope that by sharing it, I can prevent someone else from going through the same thing. Rj and Lyan both practice the same habits. They’re liars and experience with wasting time. These two didn’t miss a beat operating directly the same. Over two months after signing the retainer and no filings were submitted to the court. Rj wasn’t even aware that he was representing me in NY. Not to mention I paid the retainer right inside his office as he gave me confirmation he received the payment. Lyan is a liar. She lied so much saying it’s done, it’s ready, it’s already finished. Sethi law has questionable reviews with last names like Seth. I believe the reviews are not what they seem to be. This firm is not a good firm. They ignored my case and ignored my calls, emails and text after being paid in full. Any attorney who doesn’t appear for their client is a terrible attorney.
Date of experience: 18 November, 2025
Date of experience: 18 November, 2025
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I had an excellent experience working with Suraj Sethi and his team. From the very beginning, they were professional, attentive, and highly knowledgeable. They guided me step by step through my divorce case, explaining every process clearly and keeping me informed at all times.
During my remote hearing, Suraj was with me throughout, providing guidance and support that made the process smooth and stress-free. He handled all the paperwork and communications efficiently, ensuring everything was done correctly and on time.
I truly appreciate his dedication, responsiveness, and professionalism. Thanks to his expertise, my case was resolved successfully with minimal stress. I highly recommend Suraj Sethi to anyone seeking a reliable and competent family law attorney in New Jersey.
I spoke to numerous Law firm pertaining to my situation. And I came across Sethi Law.
I spoke to a gentleman named Sammy He set the consultation up with Mr.Sethi From that moment on I knew, and I had a feeling that I was choosing the right Lawyer and firm
I would totally recommend him to family and friends, and even my enemies well spoken well mannered
Mark Farina
Honest and Affordable
I can’t say enough about my Attorney Rasheta Butler. I was returned phone calls promptly and explained step by step of the legal process. Rasheta was so nice and her legal knowledge was phenomenal. I would recommend Sethi Law if you are facing legal problems.
Thanks again Rasheta