Reviews

I highly recommend Linda Mariani. She handled my divorce over the course of a year and was a calm, rational influence throughout the process. She resisted the temptation to run up the legal fees when I wanted to extend the conflict further. At the same time, she made sure I was adequately provided for. She responded quickly to my emails even on weekends and vacations. In meetings, she showed her incredible mental aptitude by listening and contributing, while at the same time taking notes that would have impressed a stenographer. She made sure to maintain a friendly, pleasant relationship with the opposing counsel, something that disturbed me at first but I came to understand as a wise approach. She forgave me when I flew off the handle, and maintained her sense of humor throughout. Choosing a divorce lawyer is an incredibly important decision at a very stressful time. I'm glad I chose Linda.

An excellent team of attorneys. A real pleasure to work with.

I hired Linda Mariani to represent me in my divorce. At our initial meetings she discussed the probability that I would get a portion of my house. After a $7,500 retainer and $24,500 in additional hourly fees, I went in front of the judge. He gave my ex the house, ordered me to pay my ex $25,000, give up all furnishings, and pay alimony. When I asked if I could have a jury trial, the judge said "I won't be your judge at trial, but I think it possible another judge would increase your alimony by $300 weekly and keep all other terms." Linda said nothing, except to tell me to take the offer. So, I spent $32,000, lost everything obtained during my marriage, and got to see my kids every other weekend. I felt like I was railroaded and Linda was driving the locomotive: she ran up my legal tab and accomplished nothing. I think I could have gotten a better deal on my own.

Absolutely the worst experience one could ever experience in a divorce. Day one pulls a no show at our first court date and sends another attorney that had no clue what was going on in my case and leads you to leave your home believing it was temporarily but it was permanent and to only have it used against me in a custody fight against my alcoholic spouse, Has a bogus hair follicle test done for my EX which my Ex probably had her sisters hair sent out instead of her own.......no way in hell she could have passed that but his failure of letting them delay may had everything to do with it.......that would be like getting pulled over for drinking and driving but they don't do a breathalyzer until months afterwards so one can cleanup and wait until it's out of your system.......with my Ex I'm positive it was put the marijuana aside now, the alcohol party is back on afterwards! Note: I also requested at the time that she and my teenage son be tested for marijuana since I've caught them both smoking it together several times.......never happened / tested. Throws your case to another attorney in the firm with not even half the experience" didn't know what she was doing in my opinion", Drains your retainer, then demands for another to continue your case, refuses to continue on a payment arrangements and files with the court to withdraw representing me after totally screwing up my case because the lack of interest......four weeks just before a major divorce trial may I add. Being a disabled person on a limited income, they were well informed / aware of my financial abilities before taking the case, it was hard enough coming up with the first retainer. Its pretty bad when you have to call your attorneys office and make them aware we have court the next day since they didn't contact you and find out they were unaware of it. This firm totally threw me under the bus and has the nerve to expect me to pay the unpaid balance. The way I look at it, they owe me for the damages they caused in my case. They are suppose to be one of the best in the area, think again! After being forced to self rep in my case in a major trial, I learned my attorney didn't file half the stuff he should have and was inform by the judge the firm failed to file contempt against my Ex more than once after explaining the situation. Beware!!!!

Very kind and professional organization. Very good and heartfelt advice given. The firm has a very personal feel and I highly recommend them.

Looking back on it years later, I am extremely grateful to Linda and her team for all they did and accomplished for me and my little boy.

I was a client with a chronic disease, MS which has progressed in the two years since my divorce. I can only work a very part time job:about 10 hours a week. My alimony will run out in 10 years,which leaves me very small disability check. My only complaint is that the lawyer and staff take the time to become familiar with client's illnesses. Mine is called the invisible disease on most days I look good,how I feel every day tells a different story MS. is a progressive and there is no cure.I am very afraid about what the future will bring. I could have fought harder and longer for more money but the stress of the divorce was taking a toll on my health.

Terrible experience beyond explanation. I was on the phone explaining my case to a paralegal in that office, without an Amen she hanged up on me. When I called back the secretary put me on hold to check with her. As a result, she said their office don't handle that type of case. Therefore, if you speak with an accent don't even bother calling these people.

Mariani Reck Lane helps you from start to finish with all commercial and residential real estate matters, making sure each detail of your transaction is handled properly and professionally, while keeping you fully informed of any issues or updates.