Lurkis, Joyce & Del Bove, LLP

Sean Joyce was an incredible support during one of the most stressful times in my life. I first reached out to him after being denied a move-away request in San Francisco Family Court in 2024, and I was in a complete panic. He was calm, validating, and realistic about the challenges I was facing, which immediately helped me feel more grounded. He was always easy to work with and highly communicative, typically responding within 24 hours, which made a huge difference during such a difficult time. After reconnecting with him in early 2025, he represented me in a second move-away trial that was successfully granted in early 2026. Sean is honest, detail-oriented, and truly makes you feel heard and supported. He is also very mindful of costs and works efficiently, often checking in about where to focus his time, which I really appreciated. He took the time to thoroughly prepare me for trial, and I felt as ready as possible going into court. I truly can’t thank Sean enough and highly recommend him for family law matters. He's the real deal!

I’ve been working with Sean Joyce for over a year now, and he’s been incredible. It's been a very tough divorce and we’ve dealt with some really difficult/complicated issues. I don't know what I would have done without him. When I first started looking for a lawyer, I worried about two things. That they’d never have time for me, and that they’d drag things out just to rack up costs. Sean has been the exact opposite. We mostly communicate over email and he’s extremely responsive. And he genuinely tries to keep costs down and resolve things quickly. What I appreciate most is his calm, level-headed approach. He always tries to resolve things to avoid court. But when going to court is necessary, he’s confident and effective. And when we have gone, we’ve won.

Sean Joyce is the modern personification of Virgil from Dante's Inferno. He acted as a trusted guide as we both navigated the Hell of my divorce. Professional and responsive when things went sideways. His legal expertise and calm demeanor allowed him to be a powerful advocate for me while still ensuring that issues were settled ASAP and did not drag on ad infinitum. I recommend him without reservation.

I highly recommend Sean to anyone seeking an exceptional family law attorney. I am incredibly grateful a good friend referred me to him during a difficult time. I've been working with Sean for over a year on my domestic violence restraining order and impending divorce. He is competent, caring, and thorough, and has truly been a lifesaver as I've navigated the family court system. Sean is very responsive, always replying to my emails immediately and making time to speak with me whenever I have questions. He has patiently explained the legal process and prepared me for multiple hearings and trial, with his confidence and expertise putting me at ease during stressful periods. Beyond his expert legal advice, he has also guided me on financial matters, my living situation, and even how to manage communications with my ex. I feel that he prioritizes my case and genuinely cares about his clients. While I wouldn't wish my situation on anyone, if you ever find yourself in need of assistance with family court matters, I highly recommend reaching out to Sean.

I typically don't find myself eager to write reviews, but I feel compelled to express my gratitude to Sean Joyce. Since our first consultation, he has been exceptional! After dealing with four other attorneys, some overcharging me, I finally found the right one. While family law attorneys can be costly, Sean's rates are reasonable. His expertise, attention to detail, and responsiveness set him apart. He's empathetic, making me feel supported and ready to fight for my case. My only regret is not finding him sooner; perhaps my custody and financial situation wouldn't be as challenging. Despite the ongoing case, I trust Sean to continue fighting for me. Thank you, Sean, sincerely.

Sean Joyce was amazing to work with. No one wants to go through a divorce and I was not prepared. I actually started my divorce with another attorney since my husband was the one who filed. I wish I had started with Sean but I'm so glad I found him. I felt heard and seen in my divorce. He's incredibly fair and will work so diligently for you. It felt at times that I was the only case he was working on because he was so prepared. In court, he was amazing and really stood up for me and understood what I needed as well as what my daughter needed. He helped me see the long road and what was in my best interest. I can't say enough. He's also incredibly affordable. I'm forever grateful.

Sean Joyce and his paralegal Aaron were an incredible team who I highly recommend for any family law issues: divorce, mediation, custody, etc... Sean worked quickly and tirelessly on my unique situation to help me obtain the custody schedule I wanted with my son. He was thoughtful, a great listener, supportive, efficient, and effective. While offering his knowledge about the law and the options I had in front of me, he was soft in his approach allowing me to ultimately make the decisions that felt most comfortable to me. Custody battles can be drawn out and ugly and Sean did his best to make it quick and fully take the role as liaison between my ex and lawyer to alleviate any potential interactions or drama. If you are looking for a lawyer who is knowledgable, actionable, effective, yet warm and considers your feelings/opinions, and most importantly what's best for your child or children in the long run, I highly recommend looking to Sean Joyce. You won't be disappointed.