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Pros
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Exceptional knowledge and expertise in the law
“Ms. Sullivan has actively engaged in challenging and updating Alabama law. Recent changes regarding forced payment of college for children in divorce settlements is one example of unjust law Ms. Sullivan has successfully challenged.”
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Personalized and dedicated representation
“It was abundantly clear that she had a personal interest in us not just as clients but as people. Her representation of us in court was head and shoulders above our first attorney and I have no complaints whatsoever about the way she handled our case.”
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Skilled in appeals and written arguments
“As mentioned by another reviewer, she is the editor of Alabama Law Weekly and is intimately familiar with decisions that are being written by all levels of the judiciary in this state. Her appeals arguments are extremely well written and the facts well documented.”
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Aggressive and effective in the courtroom
“I have been in and out of court several times on this custody situation and have been forced to file multiple appeals, but it is in no way a reflection of poor representation on Joan-Marie's part. I have recommended her to others and will continue to do so.”
Cons
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Difficulty in communication and responsiveness
“I retained Joan Marie with a very high retainer and could not get her to call me back with additional information. I left ove”
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Scheduling conflicts leading to missed court appearances
“Problems occurred during the first week when she was suppose to be in court representing me before the judge; Mrs. Dean stated she had a conflict and couldn't appear so she had another lawyer attend for her.”
