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Cardwell Steigerwald Young LLP

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Legal services in San Francisco, CA

San Francisco, California
Family law attorney
5.0 - 6 Reviews

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Bar #256961 · Admitted 2008

Last verified September 5, 2026.

Source: California public attorney records. No affiliation or endorsement.

About the Attorney

Cardwell Steigerwald Young LLP is a law firm in San Francisco, California. State Bar records currently associate Suzanne Ahlport Tong (aka Suzanne Ahlport-Tong) with this office. State Bar records list an active license and admission in 2008. The profile identifies University of Oregon School of Law in Eugene OR as the law school. The attorney’s profile identifies Family Law as a practice area self-reported to the State Bar. The State Bar reports a certified specialty in Family Law (State Bar of California). The profile reports California Lawyers Association membership in the Family Law section.

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Nelson Dominguez
2/18/2026
I came to CSY during an incredibly stressful and emotionally heavy divorce process. From the beginning, the team was professional and clear about strategy and next steps. Exactly what I needed when everything felt overwhelming. Elsa-Marie Medeiros was exceptional. She explained the process in a way that made me feel informed and in control, and she helped keep the case moving forward when timing mattered. Suzanne Ahlport Tong’s guidance was also invaluable. Thanks to their work, my case reached a resolution that I’m truly grateful for, and I felt supported throughout the entire process. I highly recommend CSY Family Law Group.
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esther westwood
12/16/2025
Elsa-Marie Medeiros and Laura were exceptional from start to finish. Their guidance, clarity, and steady support through an incredibly high-stress situation made all the difference. They are smart, responsive, compassionate, and truly know how to navigate complex family law matters with both strength and humanity. I’m deeply grateful for their work and couldn’t recommend them more highly. Our lives are forever changed. This was for a move away case.
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Amy Goddard
6/09/2025
Charlie and Laura supported me through a drawn-out and highly acrimonious situation. Going to court is never fun (unless you’re into that kind of thing..?), but I always felt safe going in with Charlie, knowing I had a brilliant and steady advocate on my side. He and Laura kept me up to date, which was no small task with the twists and turns of my case. They were both so patient with my questions, confusion, and periods of frustration. I often felt calmer after talking to Charlie because there was always a plan or path forward. In the times I worked directly with Laura, she was kind, warm, and SO on top of everything. I trust them both implicitly, and while I am relieved this chapter of my life is coming to an end, I will miss working with them. 10/10 recommend.
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XYI- VAM
6/03/2025
I had an excellent experience working with Charlie Young. He was very knowledgeable, responsive, and truly dedicated to my case. His clear communication and strategic approach gave me confidence every step of the way. The outcome exceeded my expectations. I highly recommend Charlie Young to anyone in need of reliable and professional legal representation.
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RJ Mahadev
1/09/2025
Michelle is truly amazing & a pleasure to work with. She worked with us a settlement master and displayed a level of dedication and thoughtfulness that has renewed my faith in what I considered a broken legal system. Thanks Michelle!!
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Bar #256961 · Admitted 2008

Last verified September 5, 2026.

Source: California public attorney records. No affiliation or endorsement.

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