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24 Mar, 2022 by Melissa
Cory and his team are the best in Colorado Springs ! I have had a difficult divorce for the past 5 years. I hired Cory 3 years ago to help me with a contempt of court. I am so glad I did. He is articulate, personable, attentive, and professional. He is incredibly knowledgeable and all around good person. I am so thankful for him. He is an aggressive attorney that always looks out for your best interest. Very grateful that I was directed to Aviso Law.
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25 Feb, 2021 by Chad
Cory Tuck is a top-notch Family Attorney specializing in divorce and separation. His professionalism, work ethic, moral compass, and ability to seek out alternative, positive solutions to any obstacle is truly exceptional. Cory is on your side from day one. My case involved a 2 plus year mental marathon that wouldn't have been possible, and successful, without the guidance and support of Cory and his team. Cory's personal interest, steadfast loyalty, and discipline is above reproach. Divorce sucks, and having someone like Cory on your side during the process is invaluable - mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. Cory and his team successfully and routinely handled all the big and small issues that surfaced from my case, often with little on no effort on my part. If you are going through troubling times, and divorce/separation is imminent, look no further than Cory Tuck. His resume includes thousand of cases, all varying in slightly different nuances, making his breath of knowledge focused, practical, and refined. You will not be disappointed in Cory Tuck.
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13 Aug, 2019 by Maria
I had two terrible divorce lawyers before finding Cory Tuck. After having a phone interview with him, I was convinced that he is the lawyer I was always hoping to have. I hired Cory! My life and my divorce situation improved instantly. Cory is very honest, hardworking and, most importantly, gets results! He is also very professional and confident: he stands up in front of the judge and states your arguments in a logical and assertive manner. He won both of my recent cases: Contempt of Court and Motion to Modify Spousal Maintenance. Cory focuses and knows what’s important to win your case. He takes charge of the situation and avoids getting intimidated by the other party. His office staff is friendly and communicates clearly, and quickly. Cory is also a trial lawyer - this is the type of lawyer you want presenting evidence to the judge and crossing your ex on the stand. I highly recommend Cory Tuck of Aviso Law!!!
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10 Oct, 2023 by Karen
Attorney Wing took a very difficult divorce and helped make the outcome as positive as possible for both parties. The process was challenging, due to unforeseen circumstances. His professionalism with the opposing side along with his knowledge of the court process, made the divorce less painful. Attorney Wing takes the time to listen to his clients and help get the best outcome as possible.
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25 Jul, 2022 by Benjamin
Attorney Wing helped me to create and send a demand letter when my former landlord failed to pay me back my duly owed security deposit. His assistance gave me the confidence to pursue a matter that felt intimidating.
In the past, I've dealt with lawyers that came off as being aloof and unpersonable. Attorney Wing, by contrast, is an extraordinarily genuine person who simultaneously manages to deftly navigate the law for his clients-- a balancing act which was impressive to behold, and which made me feel at all times that I was in good hands. I also had the chance to work with Karen, his paralegal, who was attentive and quick with communications.
I could not recommend Attorney Wing's services more highly.
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16 Nov, 2020 by Anonymous
Do not. I repeat do NOT settle for a subpar attorney when your reputation rests on another mans shoulders. This lawyer knows how the legal system works from a to z and if you are being falsely accused he will fight for you until the end. He worked tirelessly along with is assistant to get a false charge dismissed and was successful. Do not waste your time looking at reviews that say anything negative about this lawyer. He works extremely hard to uphold the the law and integrity of his clients it is on another level. Thanks jim and i appreciate your punctiality proffesionalism and attention to detail and payment flexibility.
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29 Apr, 2024 by Fahad
Thank you so much for your time and help me, you are the best in the state .
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26 Feb, 2024 by David & katie
John Simpson has handled my family’s legal matters for several years with unwavering devotion. He has been extremely dedicated to us as he puts his heart and soul into his duties and fights for life changing results. An honorable and brilliant man, we couldn’t be happier with the ways in which he has gone exceedingly above and beyond for our family. With his diligent and faithful work ethic, John genuinely cares about making a positive difference in our lives and I can truly say that he is the biggest contributing factor to our overall success. I would strongly suggest Mr. Simpson to anybody who is searching for an attorney that will fight relentlessly for you until the very end. We are forever grateful for him.
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16 Oct, 2023 by Anonymous
I have never had an attorney who puts people before the money, as John does. Of course, he needs to be paid and should be paid top dollar but John doesn’t fit into the mold of a streotypical money-hungry/ cut-throat/ self-centered attorney. He’s wise and honest and will tell you the truth— not just what you want to hear— and, most of call, he actually cares and will take the time to listen and offer the best advice.
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03 Jul, 2024 by 3x returning client
One versital attorney... Personable and friendly to clients... But, a rockstar warrior in the arena! I was recommended, by an attorney, who said, he's the only person she'd use. You know he's awesome, when, other lawyers consider him a top pick! I'm a returning client and have recommended him to many friends. All who have were very pleased with their results and now recommend him to others. Opposing party will either, grimace or shutter, when you walk through the door with Mr. Leavitt.
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13 Jul, 2020 by Rachel
Troy and his team are outstanding! He did everything he could for me and I are extremely pleased with the outcome. He was compassionate during my worries and always answered any questions we had. He’s very affordable, hard working and worth every penny. Truly there for his clients. I have used him for custody over my son and to get a ticket off my record. My fiance has used him for 2 major custody battles and a few other things and has done a great job along with his whole team. Everyone is welcoming and truly cares. Cant thank them all enough!!
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28 Nov, 2018 by Heidi
Troy represented me and my family in a crisis. He did everything he could for us and we are extremely pleased with the outcome. He was compassionate during my worries and always answered any questions we had. He’s very affordable and hard working. Truly there for his clients. Plus he has SO much experience across the board and years of experience in our justice system not only as an attorney but as a prosecutor! HIGHLY RECOMMEND HIM AND CANT THANK HIM ENOUGH FOR ALL HES DONE!
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16 Sep, 2022 by Owen
Jack Denton is among the most honorable and hardworking people I have met. I began helping my father with his divorce case in late 2021, and at the time, was frustrated by a different attorney’s lack of attention and focus on my dad’s case. I am my father’s power-of-attorney but live in Texas while dad still lives in Mississippi. My father has dealt with some cognitive decline in recent years and has a hard time keeping track of key details, so I knew I’d have to replace dad’s previous lawyer with one I could fully trust. I wanted to find a lawyer who didn’t know my family for various reasons, so I found Jack on Google and was immediately impressed with the large number of high ratings and positive reviews. I found one negative review but the context and complaint seemed laughable to me, and I was even more convinced at how outlandish that complaint was after I began interacting with Jack, myself. I called his office one day, and Jack spoke with me on the phone, at length, and gave me good (free) advice on how to try one last time with dad’s current lawyer at the time. He was complimentary of that other lawyer and gave me some context about the situation. He said he would be available if I chose to go a different route or things didn’t work out with that lawyer. Read that again: despite my explicit frustration with the previous lawyer, Jack didn’t swoop in to make a buck—he gave me sound advice on the next steps before I made a move to retaining him as dad’s lawyer. Long story short, I did, and Jack helped us navigate a final effort at negotiating with the other party in the divorce, helped us file necessary pleadings to push the process along, and gave all of us good and clear updates along the way, adapting to our unique needs because of my location and my dad’s memory difficulties. He helped shepherd us through some of the toughest months of my dad’s life, and sure enough, his advice and judgment was sound, time and again. He nudged us in the right direction at times, and advised against certain things at other times, and generally helped us keep the peace with the other party in the divorce. I can’t think of a better experience from a divorce attorney. He charged us far, far too little for the quality of service he provided, and that’s the truth. Jack Denton is a good lawyer and an even better person, and I highly recommend him. I hear he does property title work, too. I just wish I had a house to buy in Mississippi to send more business his way. There are several good lawyers in south Mississippi, but Jack Denton has earned my full trust.
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24 Mar, 2022 by Anna
I am not from Mississippi and was very afraid about having a legal issue here as I had no connections or support. I found Mr. Jack Denton as a referral from a friend of a friend. I have never worked with a lawyer previous to this experience.
I originally contacted his office on a weekend, and his receptionist answered. She was incredibly kind and supportive and was able to schedule a consultation appointment within 24 hours. I met with Mr. Denton for that consultation and entered the room just terrified and overwhelmed by my current situation. He calmly and confidently explained how he would approach my situation and was incredibly supportive. He reassured me that this was easily something that we could handle. I immediately retained his services without hesitation. I left feeling relieved and calm.
We worked together for several months, during which time there were many ups and downs in the preparation for my case. This was out of both of our control and I was emotional at every turn. Mr. Denton always responded quickly to my questions with patience and support. He took care of everything immediately and responded with reasonable solutions that made the entire situation much more approachable and achievable. I feel that I should have paid much more for all of the work he put into my case and for how much advice he offered. I cannot put a value on the reassurance and security he provided.
Our case ended with the best possible outcome that I could have imagined. Having someone in my corner who not only knows the legal system in Mississippi but also has the experience and connections to gain better insight into my case and the realistic outcomes that I could expect made me feel confident. I was very impressed by this process and ecstatic with the outcome.
I wholeheartedly recommend Mr. Denton to anyone in need of legal services. He is kind, honest, patient, exceptionally capable, and well connected within the legal community.
Thank you so so much, Mr. Denton!
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09 Feb, 2022 by Anonymous
Mr. Denton handled my divorce very well. He made it a smooth and painless process.
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30 Mar, 2022 by Anonymous
Ms. Condon recently handled my criminal case, and it was a complex case to say the least. She was appointed to me by the court and she still gave my case the utmost attention and passion. Throughout the entire case she was extremely thorough, she discovered numerous discrepancies, and she went to bat for me from start to finish. I can’t thank her enough for all the work she did and she is a lawyer that you can feel comfortable representing you, no matter the severity of your case. If I could give her more than 5 stars I would.
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18 May, 2021 by Dan
Krysten and I met when I needed some legal assistance immediately. She made sure she was available on a Friday afternoon to make sure that my legal rights were not being violated. She answered emails the same day, returned phone calls quickly and made me feel comfortable during the whole process. Sometimes dealing with legal issues can be stressful, but knowing I had her in my corner made it all feel less stressful. Long story short is the issue we were working on ended in my favor. I look forward to working with her in the future should I find myself in need.
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06 May, 2019 by Richard
Krysten was truly excellent to work with on my recent wedding agreement. A professional lawyer in every sense, she was very thorough and fair, explained line by line what everything meant, and was extremely personable and fun. She helped make our wedding a joyous event, and I heartily recommend her services.
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04 Sep, 2022 by Brooklyn
I hired Andrew Bryant as my lawyer in my child custody case that was a complete nightmare! Both Andrew and Emily worked tirelessly dealing with with custody and criminal aspects of my case. They also worked with me and stayed on through the entire multitude of the cases, of what ended up being a couple years. They were supportive and informative through everything! I couldn't have made made it through such an intricate and intimidating custody battle for my son, and criminal case paired with it, without their no-nonsense drive, expertise, and absolute devotion to their clients and cases! I would go to Andrew immediately in the future if I need a lawyer again, and will continue to recommend him to anyone who needs a lawyer in the future!
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30 Jun, 2022 by Jen
Going through a divorce can be so hard, especially with all the uncertainty. With every call, hearing, and court appearance, Andy's knowledge and confidence proved successful time and time again. His No-BS approach has the opposing counsel scrambling. We won and got everything we asked for. Hiring a lawyer is daunting; but if you hire Andy, know you'll be well taken care of, from day 1!
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01 Nov, 2021 by Malinda
Andy is one of the best lawyers to work with! He's great at what he does and is a bulldog in the courtroom! His wife and staff were awesome, as well! Well worth the money spent!
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26 Apr, 2023 by Traiza
Andrea Sugar is the best lawyer I saw ever, professional, responsible, reply quickly and very cooperative and compassionate. I had a divorce case with her. It was done so fast less than 6 months. She was very professional and experienced in the court. It was so easy and fast case. And my financial experience with her was perfect. I was so worried about this part. At the end of my case, I could not believe how my case was that fast, successful and it did not cost me that much money. It was a very perfect experience with her.
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12 Jan, 2023 by Jill
Extremely professional and compassionate! If she says is going to do something, she is doing it NOW! Andrea Sugar handled an out of state custody/visitation for us and we were over 700 miles away so if not for google sights such as this one, we would not have found her and went with her on solely the reviews. I feel we hit the jackpot finding her and getting the exact outcome we had hoped so much for!
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26 Oct, 2022 by Phyllis
Andrea helped me through a custody case for my great grandson. She was tough and amazing. A real go getter! I would recommend her to anyone who needed lawyer. She did a great job for me & my great grandson.
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01 Jun, 2020 by Lisa
I recently hired Henry Kass and am so glad I did. Although I had a small matter, Henry treated me like I was his only client. He was professional, knowledgeable, expedient and his follow up was amazing. More importantly, he cared. He was able to use his relationships at the courthouse to our benefit. I highly recommend Henry Kass.
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21 Nov, 2019 by Art
I would absolutely recommend Henry and the MKFM firm to all my friends and family. My case was a contested adoption and ended up also including a side appeal case as well. It was an extremely long and litigious case that required patience, expertise and attention to detail. We won our case handedly and we would not have without Henry's extensive knowledge in case law, brilliant trial composure and overall calm, composed and very confident demeanor. In fact, the Appellate court saw fit to have Henry's arguments entered into case law for future cases.
If you need an attorney who can get the job done, look no further, this firm does not mess around.
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17 Jun, 2019 by Anonymous
I came to Henry with a divorce case previously handled by another attorney that was extremely long, complicated, and for which there was no similar precedent. Add to that a change in the divorce law while in process, and the complexity magnified. I truly believe had it not been for Henry's intelligence, tenacity, deep understanding/amazing total recall of the law, and spirited desire to make things right, my outcome would have been financially and psychologically disastrous. I cannot say enough good things about Henry's skill, competence and patience, and would highly recommend Henry to anyone looking for an ethicial and upstanding attorney for the best possible legal outcome.
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18 Jan, 2024 by Anonymous
Camy Schawm Wilcox and her team are some of the best family law attorneys in Central Florida. Camy handled my divorce and dependency case involving a termination of parental rights. I believe Camy is the only family law attorney in Central Florida who could have achieved the outcome we did, most attorneys in the area were simply not qualified or willing to take on a case this complicated.
Camy was on top of everything from day one and addressed every curveball thrown at us with speed and efficiency, (and boy were there a lot of them). Camy is very honest and straightforward with her thoughts and opinions. Personally, I love that! I never found myself wondering what she meant when she said something. I tend to be blunt myself and appreciate direct communication.
Camy can absolutely be aggressive in court when she needs to be however she’s also very respectful and courteous to all parties involved in your cases. Camy works very hard for her clients and makes it a point not to engage in unethical or unprofessional behavior. Even when the opposing side is engaging in this type of behavior Camy maintains her integrity. Time and time again, the outcomes in the end were a good reflection of her professional behavior. This certainly doesn’t go unnoticed by the judges or their assistants either.
To say Camy is a hard worker is an understatement!! She is a machine!! Camy and her team always communicated with me regularly. Camy even worked my case from her mother’s hospital bedside when it became necessary and it wasn’t uncommon to see an email come through during the evening hours. That said, when there’s nothing really happening (which happens a lot in the court system), Camy NEVER bombarded me with trivial things just to bill hours. If everything was quiet, then everything was quiet. This can be nerve wracking, however running up your bill with unnecessary questions and comments when there’s no reason would be nerve wracking as well.
Camy, associate attorney Leah, paralegals Gio and Shannon, and firm administrator Debbie are an incredible team of professionals who worked tirelessly for my family. They are absolutely the ONLY attorneys who could have done what they needed to do to protect innocent children from being placed in harm’s way due to a biological connection.
I highly recommend Camy and her team to anyone who needs a family law attorney or an attorney for a dependency case. I haven’t had a need for representation in any of the other areas of law that the firm practices in, but I wouldn’t hesitate to call them should the need arise. Camy doesn’t take on cases in areas of the law that she isn’t familiar with and if something happens to come up that she isn’t familiar with, (as it did in my cases) she never hesitated to reach out to a colleague for assistance. That speaks volumes about her character to me.
My cases certainly were not considered “normal” circumstances and this firm fought long and hard for my family until we were ALL safe. For our family, they are Superheroes!! I still think of these ladies often and my youngest still asks about them and misses them too! After going through something like we did with an amazing team of “Superheroes” standing beside us throuought the duration, there is a fondness in my heart almost like that of family that just can't be explained in words. Thank you Camy Wilcox and Associates for all you do!!
The slogan on their website without a doubt sums it up “When you're going through your worst, we are at our Best”
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20 Aug, 2021 by Neil
Camy , Shannon and the rest of the team were professional and effective. I highly recommend them for any legal issue you have. Thank you.
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28 Aug, 2020 by Yuriy
I am very grateful Camy for the successful work. It was well organized and very professional. Her help was invaluable. I was always aware of the progress of my case and I really felt support from the lawyer and her team. I would highly recommend Camy Beth Schwam-Wilcox for anyone.
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24 May, 2023 by Anonymous
One of the best in Cherokee for sure. straight to the point and professional, Not guilty verdict in 20 minutes of deliberation.
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19 Jun, 2022 by Jamiel
He absolutely went above and beyond! He managed to get me rehab not once but twice! I would not even think to hire any one other than mr. Bishop if it came down to it again! Without a doubt, I deserved prison, and was so addicted to drugs and just hopeless but because of the chance I was given through Drew , I'm sober and have everyday to spend with my 1 year old baby!
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31 Jul, 2021 by Katie keais
Drew Bishop is an excellent attorney he goes above he goes above and beyond do returns phone calls and he's one on one he's very involved in carrying I couldn't ask for a better attorney who takes payment plans and works with you there's also another case he can't take
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24 Mar, 2023 by Anonymous
I cannot recommend Sharon Diamant strongly enough. I consulted with her in early 2022, and her approach was refreshing, real and utterly straightforward. She did not sugarcoat what sort of results she could produce, and she was very straightforward in giving me all of my options.
Sharon always got back to me when I texted her. If she was in Court, she said so. She met with me on my schedule, which usually included Saturday mornings.
When we were in Court, she was organized and prepared. My custody case actually wound up going before a Judge, and she presented my case in a methodical and easy-to-follow way. She simplified a very complex process.
She appears to be incredibly well-liked by her colleagues and the Court, and it was clear to me she is well-respected.
I was very impressed by her calm, rational and reasoned demeanor. She answered every question I had and was never condescending, nor did she ever make me feel like I wasn't the most important client she had.
On a personal note, Sharon is an absolute sweetheart. She always insisted I call her by her first name, and it is very clear this lawyer has no ego. She is there to get a job done.
I don't recommend divorce, but if you have to go through a divorce or custody case, you cannot go wrong with Sharon.
I HIGHLY HIGHLY RECOMMEND HER.
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30 Nov, 2022 by Anonymous
Sharon is one of the best family attorney that America has ever produced that I've worked with. During my first meeting, she explained everything to me from the beginning to the end that i could understand and she was very involved and responsive to all of my questions in my divorce case. She represented me until I finally got my divorce. If anyone is looking for a knowledgeable, caring and family lawyer, at a reasonable price, than call the law office of Diamant Gerstein, LLC, and specifically ask for Sharon Diamant, Esquire. She's one of the "BEST" family lawyer that I had retained and I highly recommend her because she gets the job done in a timely manner.
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04 Jan, 2022 by Sheila
I live in South Carolina. My granddaughter lives in Maryland. I am a grandmother and great grandmother. Retired for over 20 years and I explained my dilemma as a retiree working on a budget. She was extremely understanding and worked with me to come up with a financial plan.
Thank you; your staff and Erin for the assistance with this difficult case
to ensure the best outcome possible.
As I mentioned before, I am so grateful to have found you to represent and advocate for my granddaughter. Although she and I knew that you were passionate about your work and very thoughtful of her continuing on with her life throughout this case, we both knew what had to be done in order for her to realize that she was not going to be exonerated from all of the charges. Sharon also worked me from
Lastly, thank you for assisting with expunging her record. I'm grateful for that also. I would recommend your firm to anyone. One thing for sure, I didn't have to do too much because you were behind the scenes working all the time although we thought you were not. Your work was fluid and you were direct with your actions the entire time. BRILLIANT WORK!
Sincerely,
"LL"--
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14 Nov, 2022 by Anonymous
Andrea was able to connect me with an experienced attorney that understands my situation. I explained to Andrea that money is tight right now and my attorney is working with me.
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07 Nov, 2022 by Adam
Andrea was not able to be involved in my legal matter but she thoughtfully heard out my situation and went to the trouble of contacting a fellow attorney to reach out and follow up with me. Highly professional and helpful.
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20 Jul, 2022 by Terri
I live in Kentucky but my mother lives in San Diego and I was needing help for my mother regarding some financial issues. Ms. Schneider steered me in the the direction with contacts to get the ball rolling on assessing my mothers situation. I am truly grateful!
Thank you so much!
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26 Jan, 2024 by Anonymous
Attorney Robidas and her team were thorough and precise when helping me deal with the ups and downs of family court. No matter what curveballs came up from my ex-spouse and their counsel, Attorney Robidas stayed grounded and focused and helped the whole process come to a close with an outcome that I was very happy with.
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14 Sep, 2023 by Micah
Could not have been more impressed with Attorney Robidas. Amazing work explaining things easily and making sure I had everything I needed. Stayed on top of things at all times and got things remedied quickly.
Would definitely hire again if the need ever arose.
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12 Jun, 2023 by Anonymous
Amy really came through for me when I was in a pinch. She was always quick to respond, on point, professional, and a huge help. I would definitely recommend her.
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15 Aug, 2023 by Fred
Sam was the third attorney which I hired in my very messy divorce. I should have hired him from the start. While this case has been ongoing for nearly 3 years, I have nothing but good things to say about his work thus far. Also, just to note, I was the husband, so Sam is not always representing women against men as was noted by another review.
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18 May, 2023 by Aleshia
Sam Brown has been able to get outcomes that I never expected. His due diligence and perseverance are top notch. He listens to his clients and understands and appreciates the toll that this process takes on his clients.
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26 May, 2022 by Gloria
I am extremely grateful for Sam Brown's professionalism and efficiency while representing me during my divorce. His compassion and advise guided me through a very difficult time in my life. His referrals were top notch. I never wish this on anyone, but if you find yourself in this unfortunate situation, I would highly recommend Sam Brown and his team.
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16 Nov, 2022 by Anonymous
Mr. Murphy is superb. He got my ''speeding in a school zone'' ticket dismissed. I went to court in October and the prosecutor offered me 2 days in jail, no fine to pay as an alternative. So, I plead not guilty and was given a trial date. I retained Mr. Murphy based on reviews on here and after speaking with him, I felt secure in him handling my case. I do not live in Mississippi, so I was not able to show up for trial date. He did his lawyer magic and got my ticket dismissed with only a $50 court fee! 10/10 do recommend!
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29 Aug, 2022 by Glenn
Hands down the most family feeling and trusted firm in Desoto county!!as soon as I walked in the door Ben listened to my concerns and was Precise on what we needed to do!any time I email or called night or weekend Ben replied back. It was a long journey but Ben accomplished what we was preceding for.I can not say enough for his dedication and great work.
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26 Aug, 2022 by Michael
Ben's consultation was nice polite and to the point. He explained and gave me different options to choose from. It was a process I wouldn't been able to litigate on my own. I would recommend his service's to friends and family.
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23 Dec, 2023 by Parli
When i went to Marc I was scared, emotional, stressed & lost with no clue of what had happened to me specially alone & far away from my home country Nepal here in the US with only help of my family friends. The minute Marc heard my story, did the discovery, saw all evidence & went deep into my matter he instantly figured i was used, played & betrayed. Talking to Marc right from the beginning i felt a sense of relief as he listened to me, he was very calm, supportive, clear & was extremely thoughtful. His attention to detail, dedication & he even helped me get through with the right suggestions as my ex had put a ARO on me, blamed me with creating all types of difficulties including taking possession of all my family assets & had total control of a joint bank account. I had lost faith & had no hopes of recovering from the emotional & financial trauma i was going through & the emotional stress my family went through at this time. The minute Marc decided to take my case from that day onwards i felt a sense of trust, kindness & along the way as i had more meetings with him felt a sense of relief & I was hopeful for the rite judgement & justice which finally happened for me, it did take a little while but i got all my family assets back , got compensated for my loss & was finally able to recover from the loss me & family had to go through. Today i truly believe in what Marc had told me in the beginning which was to be honest & have faith & I did rite from day one & it worked. He handled everything so well. I’am satisfied & so content & finally able to move forward & start a new life. I can never thank him & his team enough for what they’ve done for me. The amazing outcome. Also I would like to thank his team specially to Christopher Sambataro for being so helpful, supportive & kind & i genuinely recommend GRIMALDI/PESIRIDIS
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23 Dec, 2023 by Jyoti
"Truly a praiseworthy lawyer!" Marc grimaldi one of the best lawyers I know.
He is excellent at what he does and also an amazing person.
We truly appreciate all that Mr. Grimaldi , chrishthoper sam barato and mr Grimaldi’s team has done.
We remain in his debt.
The successful outcome of my sons case proves Mr. Grimaldi to be a competent and trustworthy attorney.
He surely made the right decisions to protect my son throughout the entire process. My son got Justice due to mr grimaldi and his teams faithfulness , dedication and mr Grimaldi’s knowledgeable teams approach In my sons case . .
He was always helpful in answering any questions .
My sons case not only saw the light of the day but was won . Justice was served . A nightmare became a dream to my son and us .
Thanks mr Marc grimaldi, chrish and the whole team . Senate and JYOTI
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09 Feb, 2023 by Tim
I hired Marc’s firm four years ago because an extremely contentious situation involving my ex. I was referred to him by a family friend and I retained him almost immediately. After four years in litigation, the firm literally won every battle along the way, keeping my son safe and in the end, I came out ahead. Would refer Marc and his firm to anyone going through a really tough divorce that needs tough representation. It’s really that simple.
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21 Mar, 2024 by Emma
I could not have picked a better lawyer. He’s professional, personable and knows his way around the system. I recommend him to everyone and will never stop.
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02 Jun, 2023 by Anonymous
Joe was so good the first time that I had to hire him again. He is the truth and takes pride in providing the BEST service to his client. He gives it you raw so that there is no grey area about what he feels is best for you. I will FOREVER have him as my attorney. He won my first custody case. I'm so thankful for all he has done and continues to do.
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17 Oct, 2022 by Anonymous
I hired Joseph Lawrence to represent me in my divorce. He was confident without being arrogant, exceptionally knowledgeable and able to fully describe possible outcomes, procedures, etc., and was able to talk me off the ledge when I became worried. My ex-spouse took a while to hire representation and spoke to Joe a couple of times while he was looking for an attorney. To this day, he says that I definitely had the better lawyer. I agree. We had a very amicable divorce thanks to Joe's diplomacy, professionalism and tact. However, should issues have become contentious, I know that Joe would have fiercely protected my interests.
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10 Nov, 2022 by Kp
I am truly grateful to have had Teresa represent me in a custody case. She was thorough, responsive and professional. She made sure that I understood the process and had my back while dealing with a very difficult person. I consistently recommend her to others who are dealing with similar circumstances.
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30 Oct, 2022 by Donna
Trustworthy, conscientious, aggressive knowledgeable and confident are all words I would use to describe Teresa's character. I hired Ms. Hatfield to represent me in child custody and child support. We won! I am very happy to recommend her as a family law attorney.
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28 Oct, 2022 by Amanda
Teresa is an amazing person! So kind and helpful. She answered all my questions. She gave me great advice and helped to guide me on the steps to move forward.
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30 Apr, 2024 by Frank
Family-related legal issues are often an emotional rollercoaster. Shanin is personable, understanding, and patient with her clients. She explains the processes. When seeking help in family-related issues you may be emotionally vulnerable. You can trust Shanin to guide you with expertise. She will keep you focused because she tries to be cost-conscious. Shanin is experienced and knowledgeable and will advocate for you. Her fees are reasonable. I can tell you from my own experiences that some attorneys I have encountered do not demonstrate any genuine desire to fight for their clients as they should, or even as thoroughly as they should. Shanin Turner is not one of those types of attorneys. She responds to me in a timely manner, and she explains things to me in easy-to-understand terms. I trust Shanin Turner to represent my best interests in all family-related legal actions and I highly recommend her.
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13 Feb, 2024 by Sheila
I love Shanin! If you are looking for a lawyer who will fight for you, Shanin is your woman! She is kind, to the point, gives great advice and is very respectable. I love that she can intimidate "the others" just with her presence in the room. Shanin is awesome!
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29 May, 2023 by Todd
A friend of mine referred me to a lawyer, for advice, who specialized in child custody law suits, it was Shanin Turner. During that brief discussion, Shanin was direct and to the point on actions that were needed in our case. We did not retain her at that time but 6 months later we did. She understood our challenges both personal, legal and how to proceed. We needed someone to fight for us during this difficult time and Shanin did. She's professional, insightful and honestly, she's a tiger. My wife and I are so grateful we had her represent us. Thank you!
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26 Jul, 2021 by John palmer
Getting straight to the point! Ms. Felsen is an excellent attorney. I am 100% satisfied with her
representation. Her offices a walked me through the process and made it easy to understand. She
takes pride in her work, very knowledgeable and good at what she does. I would refer her to anyone!
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10 Mar, 2020 by Emily
Aniko really came through for me! I highly recommend her. She really fought for me in court, and helped resolve a tough custody battle for me. I could not be happier! Not only did she come through for me, but she was also great with communicating with me throughout the whole process.
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15 Jun, 2018 by Gary
Was the epitome of what a DUI lawyer should be. Very professional. Accomplished exactly what was talked about at the consultation.
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17 May, 2024 by Mayling
Mr. Fischer helped me through my divorce with a child. He was God sent, he put up a good fight in court and got exactly what I asked for when it came to the custody and child support. He really answers everything you are curious about, and he will tell you how it is if it’s not reasonable. He was always a call or text away and helped my daughter and I through so much. Very grateful and thankful for his services. Not to mention his doggos, they helped a lot through the case too.
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24 Jan, 2024 by April
Mr.Fischer represented me in a family court matter with only a couple days to sort things out. Not only did he work with me on the money side he won my case by a land slide, I was absolutely blown away and so very grateful and thankful for all of his help. He's very forward and to the point but made me beyond happy with the way my case went, I more than recommend him.
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08 Jun, 2023 by Kristina
I hired Steve for a complex child custody case in 2018. It took just over 5 years but Steve won my case. I was awarded sole and file custody of my daughter. Throughout the years, Steve went above and beyond for my family. He is extremely responsive, knowledgeable, and straight forward. I highly recommend him.
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21 Feb, 2021 by Ruby
James
He is a good attorney and take care of my case as his own .
He gave me some good advice and release my confused .
Thank you James
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07 Dec, 2019 by Amalia
I had a very good experience. He was very helpful, and did a great job. He took time to teach me how to breath good and how to control my anxiety and stress in court. He did a great job in the court while defending me.
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04 Dec, 2019 by Amy myers
James has a unique way of quietly and confidently crafting a story that incorporates the law and is interwoven in the specifics of the case that leave opposing counsel clueless of what direction he is taking. He is brilliant at strategizing and understanding the unique nature of each individual case and made sure he addressed every issue of my case in a strategic and methodical manner. I have never experienced another attorney so skilled at managing case details so effectively. PLUS, he did not charge me for my initial consultation.
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05 Oct, 2022 by Jeff
I used Julie a few years ago to handle my divorce. I had been married for over 25 years, and in the course of finding her had consulted with about 6 other divorce/family law attorneys. I felt like the feedback that I was getting from the other attorneys was suspect, and even in some cases designed to drive up their fees. After consulting with Julie, I knew immediately that I had found the right attorney. I felt like she truly cares about her client, and is not just looking for ways to extend the process and therefore increase the fee. I would definitely recommend her!
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05 Jul, 2022 by Ghaith
I am Ghaith Saadoon Al sudani
I had a great experience with with Ms. Julie, and I can't recommend this location enough!.
I had worked with Attorney Julie since beginning 2018 and I got my divorce decree in April/2018.
Actually Great law firm, had a great experience with my case and got everything I wanted and more after suffering for more than two years with others lawyers before coming to Ms. Julie.
Attorney Julie is hands down one of the best you could ever encounter with family law attorneys, Attorney Julie is caring, knowledgeable and awesome and she is professional
Finally, Thankful to Ms. Julie for working hard on my case.
Again, if you're looking for a family law attorney , then I highly recommend Ms. Julie. The office is nice and the staff was super friendly and helpful.
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15 Nov, 2020 by Tracy
You will not find a better, more hard working lawyer than Julie. I hired Julie for my child support and She got me everything I asked for. I have known Julie since our child hood days and her hard work and dedication today hasn’t changed one bit from back then. I would highly recommend her for anybody that needs help with any type of family law.
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25 Jan, 2021 by Tank
Words cannot describe how fantastic my experience was with Miss Niki & Miss Gina. They have represented me in a custody case for the last few years that has finally come to a desired conclusion. When I say they go above and beyond not even that does the work they perform justice. They are professional, caring and honest. At the worst moments during my process they are there as if you're family to them. They worked tirelessly ensuring everything would work out as discussed and planned. If not for them this process would have been mentally draining. They made everything so much easier on myself that no amount of thank you's could show my appreciation. I can with 100% confidence recommend them for any legal matter someone needs representation with. They're knowledge and professionalism is unmatched and I'm so glad to have met them and hired them to help with my custody case.
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14 Nov, 2019 by Lynn
I was going through a hard divorce with my husband. He was not making it any easier. I searched for a good family law attorney and found Niki Pierce. I set up a consultation with her and we discussed my case and all of the issues going on. I hired her and I can not say enough great things about Niki. She handled my case perfectly, always keeping me informed. She answered any questions I had along the way. 5 stars plus for Mrs. Pierce
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13 Oct, 2019 by Susan morgan
My divorce was due to discovering my husband of 42 years had been having an affair for six months. I was devastated and hurt. Thank goodness I chose the right attorney. Niki Pearce made the situation as painless as possible. She gave smart advice and the turnaround tie was about six weeks from start to finish.
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04 May, 2024 by Anonymous
Alyse was very attentive to me and my case over a very long and drawn out divorce process. Alyse and her team made themselves readily available to speak with me whenever I needed, were very good with communication and helping set expectations throughout the process. Highly recommend working with Alyse and team if in need of divorce assistance.
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24 Aug, 2023 by Fritz
She is super-sharp, could answer questions that were involved and didn't have a simple yes/no answer, provided great guidance on what to expect, when, how various things might play out, and how the various judges in Travis County might view the facts of the case. On top of that, she's a great negotiator - she was in total command of all the numbers during mediation and was able to give solid counterarguments during that process, and she had rapport with the mediator.
She also was quick to respond and ensure that all my questions were answered throughout my entire case, be it via email, phone calls, or office visits.
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25 Apr, 2023 by Antonio
I am so grateful for the support, guidance, and commitment I've received for my legal team and this firm. I couldn't have done it without you, Alysse, Rachel, Kristin, and everyone at Kirker Davis who supported me throughout my divorce process.
Eternally thankful,
Antonio
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17 Apr, 2022 by Collins
I was exceptionally fortunate to have Valerie Arnold represent me during an extremely complex international separation and custody case dealing with challenging jurisdictional issues. The favorable outcome that the court ordered exemplified the knowledge, empathy, and determination that Valerie demonstrated to me since the first day. She went above and beyond to educate me on the process, explain in simple terms some legal theories that could be applied, and even used her French language abilities to hold consultations and establish a path forward. As the legal Motions were set in play, Valerie was equally determined to ensure that I have quality time with my kids who were wrongly removed from me as their father. Valerie was prompt to respond during a weekend visitation with my kids to quickly establish a supervision service so that I could spend additional time with my kids. Separation from my kids and divorce has been the most difficult time of my life and I am forever grateful for Valerie and her firm’s tireless and meticulous efforts to seek out justice, restore my parental rights, and obtain the favorable court ordered outcome. I enthusiastically recommend Valerie Arnold and her firm without hesitation.
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09 Sep, 2020 by Mh
From the very first appointment with Valerie I knew my complicated international divorce case was in best hands. Valerie and her team supported me in every step of this complex process with highest professionalism, patience and understanding while dealing with matters involving engagements in Europe and the US. Valerie´s international competence and experience was vital. She dedicated time to understand all cultural and personal particularities at hand. Valerie was always available, regardless of continental time differences. She acts with integrity and commitment. Valerie genuinely knows and cares about the impact a divorce has on one’s children an always helps with recommendations and finding positive solutions. I could not have wished for a better attorney to support me through this situation. I recommend Valerie with highest respect and appreciation!
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03 Jan, 2019 by Glenn
My international divorce was too much for the first attorney I hired. The case was complex involving European and US divorce laws, procedures and jurisdictions. Fortunately, I found Valerie Arnold. Valerie is very competent. She has an international practice and her Hague Convention experience was relevant to my case. She can handle the extra ambiguity associated with divorce proceedings in two countries. Valerie developed the case strategy for both jurisdictions with the support of a local attorney in Europe. She helped me to seek the most appropriate jurisdiction for each subject in my case. Valerie has a well- organized and responsive supporting team. They were a pleasure to work with during a stressful process. I highly recommend Valerie Arnold.
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05 Feb, 2024 by James
I worked with Robert as my attorney for the last 2 years for my custody case. As a unmarried father in Minnesota, the odds are definitely against you. Robert was there for me through and through, and he wouldn't quit fighting for me to have equal parenting time with my son. We just recieved the good news, after going to trial, that we won! I was awarded joint physical/legal custody with my son! I couldn't have done it without him! He's made a bigger impact in my life than he knows! I can't wait to spend quality time with my boy. A special shout out to his assistant Amber as well. If I ever had a question about the small details, she was always there to answer it for me. Thanks again guys!! If you want an attorney that will fight for what you deserve, I'd definitely recommend Robert Manson Law.
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05 Jan, 2024 by Beth
Robert Manson was referred to me by a very good friend of mine. She was extremely satisfied with his work with her brother’s divorce proceedings. Based on that referral, I had the utmost pleasure in meeting with Robert Manson to discuss my divorce issues. Immediately it was evident that he was focused on what was fair and reasonable for me and my son in the divorce. He was able to provide a safe space for me to discuss my issues, what my goals were and allow me to ask for the things that were needed in making sure I was able to get through the divorce proceedings fairly with his ongoing support. His knowledge and experience of Family Law is invaluable. Especially since he has sat in front of so many Family Law Judges, he really has a wealth of experience in what to expect when there are issues that are being argued between parties in Court. He also was always available when any emergency occurred. He knew exactly what to do, took the appropriate action and was able to advise me on what my next steps were to be. He validated my concerns throughout the process. He also never compromised the safety of myself or my son in any decisions that were made throughout the proceedings. In a time that was very stressful, he made it so much more tolerable. I would recommend Robert Manson anytime for any Family Law issues that one may have. You will be extremely satisfied during a tough season of high stress.
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14 Nov, 2023 by Anonymous
I hired Robert (Bob) to represent my daughter and I in Family Court. I was seeking full legal and physical custody of my daughter. When Bob and I first met, we were quickly able to see my situation was in dire need of legal assistance. As a single father, this was by far the scariest thing I have faced in my life. Bob was able to take a pragmatic approach, explain to me the processes within the court system, and guide me through litigation with confidence. There were false claims of abuse and Bob was able to not only deal with them, but to bring an emergency motion that granted me temporary custody. As a trial lawyer, I couldn't have been more pleased with Bob's professionalism, knowledge and legal advice. Bob represented me in court on several occasions leading up to and ultimately throughout a 4 day trail. Bob's experience and knowledge of MN state law was key in our outcome.
I was awarded full legal and physical custody of my daughter and mother had to do supervised parenting time. My situation deserved this outcome, but Bob was the individual who brought the argument to the court and ultimately won the case. He chewed up mother's expert witness. He also represented me in post decree matters and was always responsive and on point. His fees were reasonable as well.
I have since referred my friends and family to seek Mr. Manson's services if they find themselves with any family law issues. They have all been as pleased as I was with his services.
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13 Mar, 2024 by Yorlando97
I hired Rebecca to make changes to my parenting plan that was poorly done due to lack of representation in my final divorce hearing. My ex was taking advantage of the lack of clarity, detail and a parenting schedule. Rebecca was very direct, stern and played hard ball. She kept me informed every step of the way. She fought hard for everything that was in the best interest of my daughter and me. She was available everytime I needed her and had a question or concern. She was great to work with. I trusted her and that was a major thing because my daughters safety was a huge concern. I was very happy with the outcome of everything and happy I hired Rebecca.
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23 Jan, 2019 by Blake
I was fortunate enough to have Rebecca as an attorney for a few years. She represented my family with care and respect, particularly once she understood the dynamics of the situation well enough to see clearly through what was often a mire of lies and deception by the opposing council and their client.
I am thankful for Rebecca's legal support through the most difficult of times, and recommend her expertise wholeheartedly to anyone who would like to be represented by an attorney who consistently acts in an upright manner. If your case is about parental rights, you can rest assured that Rebecca will consistently place the best interest of the child(ren) first, and if you are like me, that will put your mind at ease when leaning on her council.
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20 Nov, 2018 by Julia
I was referred to Rebecca by a friend who hired her to assist with divorce and child custody matters. My friend could not say enough about how Rebecca made the entire process so much easier for her and in her words "Rebecca made me stronger and helped me have the backbone to stand up for myself". I took my friend's recommendation and now have worked with Rebecca on two separate occasions to make modifications to my parenting plan and custody agreement. Rebecca is professional, sharp and always made me feel as though she truly was on my side and cared about doing right by my children and I. I can't imagine going through the process without her by my side and would highly recommend her to anyone who is seeking counsel on family matters.
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16 Mar, 2016 by Nancy
She was amazingly helpful and empathetic and compassionate to my situation. I had an attorney prior to her who didn't do a darn thing for me for well over a year, but Jean got right on my case and kept it moving along. Her staff is so very helpful as well. I highly recommend Jean.
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09 Mar, 2016 by Anonymous
Very informative and dependable. Highly recommended
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12 Feb, 2016 by Trevor
Jean represented me during my divorce proceedings for a little over a year until an agreement was made. We were able to come to an agreement and settle out of court and mostly stay out of the court house. I felt represented very well and have the utmost confidence in Jean's legal prowess. Jean and her law office were always very easy to contact, I had no trouble getting ahold of someone if I had questions or updates for them. Jean and all her staff were very friendly and welcoming. I had as great an experience as one could have while going through the divorce process. Jean is an excellent lawyer and I would recommend her to anyone needing representation during divorce or custody battles.
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What a Child Custody Lawyer Can Do for You
A child custody lawyer specializes in helping parents navigate legal matters related to the custody and care of their children, particularly in the context of divorce, separation, or other family disputes. These lawyers assist with determining custody arrangements, drafting parenting plans, and advocating for your rights in court. They also help resolve disputes over physical custody (where the child lives), legal custody (who makes decisions for the child), visitation rights, and modifications to existing custody orders.
Whether you're going through a divorce or need to change an existing custody arrangement, a child custody lawyer can help you understand your rights and protect your child's best interests throughout the legal process.
When Should I Hire a Child Custody Lawyer?
You should consider hiring a child custody lawyer in several situations, especially when disputes arise or complex legal issues affect your parental rights. Some common reasons to hire a child custody lawyer include:
- Divorce or separation: If you're going through a divorce or separation and need to establish custody and visitation arrangements, a lawyer can help ensure the custody order reflects your child's best interests.
- Disputed custody cases: If you and the other parent cannot agree on custody or visitation terms, a lawyer can advocate for your rights in court and help you develop a strong case.
- Modification of custody orders: If you need to change an existing custody arrangement due to changes in circumstances (e.g., relocation, changes in the child’s needs), a lawyer can help file a modification request.
- Parental alienation: If the other parent is interfering with your relationship with your child, a lawyer can help address these issues through legal action.
- Domestic violence or abuse: If there is a history of domestic violence or abuse, a lawyer can help protect you and your child by requesting restraining orders and advocating for appropriate custody arrangements.
- Grandparent or third-party custody: If you are a grandparent or another relative seeking custody or visitation rights, a lawyer can guide you through the legal process.
- Paternity disputes: In cases where paternity is in question, a lawyer can assist with establishing or challenging paternity, which may affect custody and visitation rights.
Hiring a lawyer early in the process can help protect your parental rights and ensure that the custody arrangement is in your child's best interests.
What Does a Child Custody Lawyer Do?
A child custody lawyer provides a variety of legal services to help parents resolve custody disputes and secure favorable custody arrangements for their children. Their responsibilities often include:
- Filing custody petitions: Helping you file the necessary paperwork to request custody or visitation rights and ensuring all legal procedures are followed.
- Negotiating custody agreements: Assisting in negotiating custody and visitation arrangements, often working toward a mutually beneficial parenting plan without going to court.
- Representing you in court: If you and the other parent cannot agree on custody terms, representing you in court by presenting evidence and making legal arguments to support your case.
- Drafting parenting plans: Helping you draft a comprehensive parenting plan that outlines the schedule for physical custody, decision-making responsibilities, and visitation.
- Handling child support issues: Assisting with related issues such as child support, ensuring that financial obligations are properly calculated and enforced.
- Modifying custody orders: Helping you request a modification from the court if you need to change an existing custody arrangement due to significant life changes.
- Mediating custody disputes: Acting as a mediator to help both parents reach an agreement on custody and visitation without the need for litigation.
How Are Child Custody Lawyers Paid?
Child custody lawyers typically charge for their services based on the complexity of the case, the time involved, and the nature of the legal work. Common payment methods include:
- Hourly rate: Most child custody lawyers charge by the hour, with rates ranging from $150 to $500 or more, depending on the lawyer's experience and location. The total cost depends on the time spent preparing documents, negotiating, and representing you in court.
- Flat fee: For simple custody matters or uncontested custody agreements, some lawyers may offer a flat fee for specific services, such as drafting a parenting plan or filing a custody petition.
- Retainer: Many lawyers require an upfront retainer fee, which is billed against as the lawyer works on your case. The amount varies based on the expected complexity and duration of the case.
- Sliding scale or pro bono services: Some lawyers may offer reduced fees or pro bono (free) services for clients with limited financial means, particularly in cases involving domestic violence or other serious issues.
It’s important to discuss fees and payment arrangements with your lawyer during the initial consultation to understand how much you will be charged and what services are included.
How Much Does a Child Custody Lawyer Cost?
The cost of hiring a child custody lawyer depends on various factors, including the complexity of the case, whether it’s contested or uncontested, and the lawyer’s experience. General cost estimates include:
- Uncontested custody cases: Legal fees may range from $1,500 to $5,000 or more, depending on the complexity of the paperwork and any negotiations.
- Contested custody cases: Legal fees can range from $5,000 to $40,000 or more, depending on the complexity of the issues, the need for expert testimony, and the time spent in litigation.
- Hourly rates: Lawyers typically charge between $150 and $500 per hour, with higher rates for more experienced attorneys or complex custody disputes.
- Mediation services: If both parents agree to work through mediation, costs typically range from $1,000 to $5,000 or more for the mediation process.
Always ask for a clear cost estimate during your consultation to ensure that you understand the total legal fees and payment structure.
Top Questions to Ask a Child Custody Lawyer
Before hiring a child custody lawyer, it’s essential to ask the right questions to ensure they are the best fit for your case. Some key questions to ask include:
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What experience do you have with child custody cases?
Ensure the lawyer has experience handling cases similar to yours, especially if your case involves complex issues like domestic violence, relocation, or paternity disputes. -
How do you charge for your services?
Clarify whether the lawyer charges by the hour, offers flat fees for certain services, or requires a retainer, and ask for an estimate of the total cost. -
What is the likelihood of success in my case?
Ask for an honest assessment of your case, including potential challenges and expected outcomes. -
How long will the process take?
Inquire about the expected timeline from filing the petition to reaching an agreement or going to trial. -
Will you personally handle my case?
Ensure you know who will be managing your case and representing you in court. -
Can we pursue mediation or alternative dispute resolution?
Ask whether the lawyer recommends mediation or other forms of dispute resolution to avoid a lengthy court battle.
How to Check the Credibility of a Child Custody Lawyer
To ensure you are hiring a reputable child custody lawyer, follow these steps to verify their credentials and experience:
- Verify their bar status: Check with your state bar association to confirm that the lawyer is licensed to practice and has no history of disciplinary actions.
- Look for family law experience: Review the lawyer’s website or professional profile to ensure they specialize in family law and child custody cases.
- Read client reviews and testimonials: Look for client reviews on platforms like Avvo, Martindale-Hubbell, or Google to gauge the lawyer’s professionalism and success in child custody matters.
- Ask for references: A credible lawyer should be able to provide references from past clients who have worked with them on custody cases.
- Check for certifications: Look for lawyers who are board-certified in family law or have memberships in organizations like the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (AAML) or local family law sections.
What Should I Prepare for My First Consultation?
To get the most out of your first consultation with a child custody lawyer, come prepared with relevant documents and information:
- Court orders or existing custody agreements: Bring copies of any existing custody or visitation orders for the lawyer to review.
- Communication with the other parent: Provide copies of emails, texts, or letters regarding custody, visitation, or disputes.
- List of your child’s needs: Prepare a list of your child’s specific needs, such as medical care, education, and extracurricular activities.
- Timeline of the case: Outline key events related to your custody case, including changes in living situations or parental involvement.
- Questions for the lawyer: Write down any questions about the custody process, legal fees, and the lawyer’s strategy for your case.
By being well-prepared, you can help the lawyer assess your situation effectively and receive the best possible advice for protecting your rights and your child’s well-being.
