Louden, Katz, McGrath & Bryan, LLC

David McGrath is an outstanding attorney. His knowledge of the law along with his compassion for his clients, professionalism, comprehension of complex cases, and humor at just the right moments, is unmatched.

David always made me feel supported in my goals and heard in what my concerns were. He took the time to guide me through understanding the legal process, which at times, felt frightening and overwhelming. My custody case was complicated and contentious. Fortunately, in working with David, I feel we were able to meet our desired outcomes.

I have, and will continue to, recommend David McGrath as a family attorney.

David and his entire team were fantastic throughout a very difficult process of divorce after 26 years. From the first phone call, I knew they cared about how I was doing and what I needed. David is also very knowledgeable about the law and very good at predicting and talking through the reactions from the other lawyer and my ex which was extremely helpful in deciding how to proceed. David is also extremely honest and up front about how events would unfold and what I could expect, he did not let me have unreasonable expectations which I found extremely helpful. I would highly recommend David as a divorce and family attorney.

I have used Attorney McGrath for some time now and he has always been an exemplary professional. His attention to detail is unmatched and his cheerful, good nature made dealing with an extremely difficult custody matter much easier on all parties involved. His methods for resolving conflict without courtroom drama proved highly efficient and as a result, my ex and I have a fair and balanced custody arrangement that benefits our son greatly.

David is a great attorney and I believe the value he provides is unmatched. If you are going through a divorce I cannot recommend him enough.

Attorney Cervin and her team were fantastic. She’s the best family law attorney I have ever worked with. From our first meeting, she explained everything to me in terms I could easily understand and was always very responsive when I had questions outside of our meetings.
If anyone is looking for a great law firm, LKM is the one.

Dave and his team are exceptional. They were responsive to all my questions, professional, kind, and understanding. Dave made me feel comfortable and confident. I felt very much a part of the proceedings. He helped me to understand and navigate through the various proceedings. I highly recommend his office.

Attorney Carla Zahner was wonderful. She helped me through a difficult divorce in a supportive and knowledgeable manner. She helped me to yield the desired results and fought hard to make sure I was not taken advantage of by my ex and his attorney. She was professional and respectful, I highly recommend her services and would gladly use her again if the need arises.

I had a great experience working with David McGrath. He was a key component in achieving the outcome that we did in my divorce and custody settlement. David made me feel comfortable and safe while going through a very difficult time. If I need any attorney services in the future I will be delighted to work with Dave again.

Carla was refreshing to work with... I was faced with a very toxic divorce with just layers upon layers of challenges and she navigated it fluidly with a well thought out plan, she implemented it, and made the painful process less painful. I unfortunately, have been exposed to many attorneys in my time and mostly every single one; all with great reputations, have failed me. I felt like a billable guinea pig and was charged numerous hours to explain over and over the issue and they never quite captured the weight of my problem or fought for the results I needed.

Carla quite the opposite! She was empathetic and got the results I needed. In my opinion, there are way too many attorneys in the market that frankly shouldn’t be. A piece of mind comes when working with Attorney Zahner.

My only regret is that I didn’t meet her soon enough. MY first attorney, again very reputable… who handled my divorce did a terrible job and did not get me a fair deal. If Carla handled it from the start, I would have never needed to change council and would have saved me a ton of heartache. The nice part is the annuity is over and I do not think I will ever have to use her again on the problem she solved. Refreshing when that happens!

David McGrath was amazing to work with! He was referred to me by a friend who had a great experience him and I could not agree more. David first took the time to listen to my personal situation and give me his perspective and time to decide on the right next steps for me. My situation ended up being more complicated than I initially thought and David was able to change course quickly and give me perspective, possible outcomes and options with complete honesty and humor where appropriate. I highly recommend David whether the situation seems to be amicable and straightforward or difficult and complicated.

I was unexpectedly served divorce papers without having an attorney on my side. I reached out to Carla because she was referred to me by a friend and she immediately called me with plans for court. During my divorce proceedings I was emotional and couldn't think straight on what I needed to fight for. Carla was compassionate and professional with me and helped me figure out what I was entitled to and what was fair. I couldn't have gotten through the whole debacle without her.
Although I wish no-one ever has to go through a divorce in their lifetime, I do highly recommend Carla if you are ever in the situation of finalizing your marriage. She will be there for you no matter what time of the day it is or what you need.
Thank you Carla for making an extremely difficult time of my life more tolerable. I truly appreciate all that you did for me.

Attorney McGrath helped me significantly throughout the process of dealing with a stressful child custody case. He was honest, punctual, and always kept the best interest of my child and myself first. He was great at preparing me for what was coming in court so I could be mentally ready. My case was multilayered, and he got me the results I was hoping to get accomplished. If I ever need legal representation again or someone I know is having family court issues I will be calling and/or recommending Attorney David McGrath.

I was fortunate to have Carla Zahner represent me in family court to resolve custody issues. During what was probably the most stressful and emotional time for me as a parent, Carla demonstrated compassion, patience, and reason while helping me to navigate a difficult process. I had previously enlisted the services of another attorney due to their proximity to my job and lack of familiarity with the system. Carla’s skill set when compared to my prior attorney was like night and day. She is efficient and effective and works hard in the best interests of her clients. She is a strong advocate who knows the ins and out of the legal system and is well-respected within her field. While I always felt well-represented by Carla, she also helped me better understand my rights as a parent and what I might expect in terms of outcomes of my case. She does not waste one’s time or resources for the sake of telling you what you want to hear, and I whole-heartedly appreciate and respect her for that. Carla was responsive, easy to work with, and trustworthy when it came to collaborating on matters that impact the wellbeing of my children and my family is better for it, as a result.

Atty McGrath is awesome. He appeared before me often over my tenure in family court. Very well respected, prepared and does a great job for his clients!

Attorney Carla Zahner is an excellent professional and understanding person. She is able to get us through the toughest of times and sensitive topics in a professional and kind manner. Any situation that requires a lawyer is already stressful, Carla gives you peace of mind and makes you feel like there is light at the end of the tunnel and she will get you there. I would highly recommend her for any legal assistance.

Retaining Attorney Carla Zahner is the smartest move I made in trying to resolve the dysfunction of my post-divorce communication and co-parenting for my children. I can't recommend her strongly enough. Smart, strategic, compassionate, tenacious are all words I would use to describe Carla's approach and work ethic.

To say my situation is complicated is a major understatement. From the moment I met with Carla, to interview her and see if she would be a good fit to work with, she was personable, knowledgeable, relatable and assured me she could help.

Since working with Carla, my life has become so much more manageable! I am able to focus on being a good, supportive parent for my 13 year old son and my 22 year old daughter in a much more effective way. I no longer have to deal with my ex-wife's threats of court action or erratic behavior because I refer to speak with Carla or I call Carla to get advice on how to handle a situation and her advice is spot on.

I also appreciate that Carla makes herself available when I need her counsel, and I never feel like I'm just billable hours to her. She make me feel valued, validated and like she is part of my team focused on being a better co-parent and raising two kids to be the best people they can be.

If you need high quality, well informed family legal services from a smart, competent and driven attorney, you will not find a better attorney than Carla Zahner!

Over the last 18 months, I had the opportunity to work with Attorneys Katz and McGrath, most recently with McGrath. Initially, wasn't sure what to expect, however, they were professional, patient, took the time to thoroughly walk me through the process that we were embarking on to ensure that all of my questions were addressed and communicate what to expect at different stages of the process etc. As time progressed, it was clear to Attorney McGrath and I that this case was a unique one in many ways. Knowing the challenges confronting us, he was consistently prepared, thoroughly researched case laws to support our position, and leveraged the experience/expertise within the firm and external peers. The length of the case afforded me the opportunity to see that Attorney McGrath is honest, hardworking, committed to his clients- will persevere, responsive, and resourceful.

I’ve worked with attorney McGrath for several years now. He’s a true professional who is sharp, listens well, and attentive to my needs. We’ve worked through several complex family court matters, and he’s facilitated an optimum outcome every time. This firm has always been a pleasure to work with, and they will always have my business.

I have been practicing family law for 40 years and have had the good fortune to have Carla Zahner on several of my cases. She is always professional and eager to negotiate on behalf of her clients. How good do I believe she is? -- in one instance when I was unavailable to represent one of my clients, I referred her to Carla -- subsequently my client thanked me profusely for the referral.

Attorney McGrath was nothing short of amazing. I came to him after previous council had made my case worse and not only did Attorney McGrath "right the ship" but he did so with clear and efficient communication. Well versed in the nuances of the law, he was able to prevent opposing council from manipulating the case. I highly recommend.

I was given a recommendation by a friend to work with attorney Carla Zahner, and I'm so glad I did. Carla helped me navigate a difficult situation, resulting in the best possible outcome for my family and I. She made communication easy, she listened, empathized, and gave me excellent legal advice. Court is never fun, but Carla made it as painless as possible. I highly recommend attorney Carla and the team at Louden, Katz & McGrath.