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Arlene M Benton, experienced Government, Litigation attorney in Dover, DE with 67 reviews
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10 Dec, 2024 by Bea lorilla
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04 Nov, 2024 by Tara brenner
Sean has represented me for over two years, he is literally the best lawyer. He truly cares for his clients and shows real empathy. I can’t thank Sean enough for always having my back. He’s professional and funny and is attentive to even the smallest details. His office staff is amazing too. Every time I call they are quick and efficient. Thank you guys!
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02 Oct, 2024 by Cynthia c
I'm sorry , but I did not like the receptionist who I spoke to on the phone, she did not want to give any information until I had a court date. I told her we were in the process and she still did not want to give me any information about his schedule. I finally said, I need to know if he is booked far out because if your asking me to call tomorrow and he's booked out far, then it was a waste of time calling you back, that's when she said lawyer is available mid November. All of that could of been avoided if she actually took the time to see if I needed the lawyer sooner rather than later.
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Melissa A Hopkins, experienced Child Custody, Child Support attorney in Dover, DE with 8 reviews
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01 Aug, 2023 by Celeste
I retained Mrs. Hopkins to represent me in a complex custody case, where I was seeking relocation. She was able to reach a settlement for us that was almost exactly the same arrangement I had proposed to the opposing party. If she wasn't able to convince the opposing party to commit to this settlement, she was fully prepared for trial, where I believe she would have conquered. She was a pleasure to work with. She took my concerns very seriously and I felt that she truly had the best interest of my child at heart. She worked tirelessly on my case- even on nights and weekends, ensuring that if a trial was necessary, she would be well equipped to represent me. This attorney has a heart for her clients and I highly recommend her. I can not thank her enough for helping me to navigate the most trying time in my life.
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31 Mar, 2020 by Dustin
Melissa is the best lawyer you can get in my opinion when it comes to the family court system! She was very attentive to my case, and her as well as all the staff treated me like family throughout the entire process. Whenever I had a question, heck whenever I needed anything they all were just a phone call, email, or text message away! That right there shows how Melissa and all the staff put their clients first. Thanks everyone for all your help throughout this long battle.
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26 May, 2017 by Anonymous
Melissa was most amazing in my case. She gave her cell phone number to boot. I was going to Jail but she negotiated and I actually won my case. I wouldn't trust anyone else to represent me. She's the best of the best!!!
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David Thomas Pryor, experienced Business, Real Estate attorney in Dover, DE with 84 reviews
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21 Aug, 2024 by B h
Horrible customer service. I wanted to change my will, the person on the phone asked me numerous of times why I had an attitude. I’m not sure if it is because I’m black that they assumed I had an attitude. I assured her numerous of times that I did not have an attitude and that I just wanted service. She told me to find another firm and hung up on me.
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16 May, 2024 by Good company
Ouŕ company had a great experience with this firm, would 100% recommend to anyone.
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Jeffrey A Young, experienced Civil Rights, Criminal Defense attorney in Dover, DE with 21 reviews
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10 Dec, 2024 by Bea lorilla
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19 Jun, 2024 by Nee wilson
I hired tetra because I thought she would be able to help win back my daughter's children's Rights. As a respectful former client, Tetra was very judgmental from the moment i walked into her office. She supports the system 100% even when you are innocent and frantic. Tetra did not respect me as a client nor did she support my daughter's children's rights as well. God has worked in mysterious ways in my favor and my daughter was able to relocate with me to Arizona. Just remember to you Tetra, your shoes can fit other clients feet as well. I regret hiring any person who attended Widener law school whom ranked worst colleges in the United States. Google it. No lies told in this statement. Psalms 105:17, Roman's 8:28, ISAIAH 54:17 beloved.
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30 May, 2024 by Hollie lilly
Had a consultation with Arlene Benton. Very informative and helpful.
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D. Barrett Edwards IV, experienced Business, Personal Injury attorney in Dover, DE with 7 reviews
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02 Jul, 2024 by Tinisha wheeler
He represented my fiance and did very good always kept me in the loop with everything communicated very well with both of us he made sure we both understood everything he actually really treated us like family I'd recommend him to Anyone he actually got my fiance the very least amount of time compared to what he was facing ❤️
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28 Mar, 2023 by Darwin daniel cedeno vera
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02 Mar, 2023 by Bryan whitacre
You get what you pay for. Basically a public defender you pay too much for.
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John C Andrade, experienced Business, Intellectual Property attorney in Dover, DE with 1 reviews
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12 Jan, 2020 by Shannon hynson
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Scott Emory Chambers, experienced Criminal Defense, Litigation attorney in Dover, DE with 110 reviews
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13 Dec, 2024 by Alcyone king
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08 Oct, 2024 by Darlene hitchens
I like S&R. Mr. Catts also Mr. Eliason. They helped me a lot. Mr. Eliason years ago. Mr. Catts recently.
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16 Sep, 2024 by H tayag
I used Schmittinger & Rodriguez (Gary Junge) as my team. They were highly recommended by someone that I know. Gary & his team Chantel did a great job at representing me. They answered all my questions and responded promptly to emails and phone calls. They are very knowledgeable and would highly recommend this firm.
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Richard E Berl Jr., experienced Business, Family Law attorney in Dover, DE with 7 reviews
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02 Jul, 2024 by Tinisha wheeler
He represented my fiance and did very good always kept me in the loop with everything communicated very well with both of us he made sure we both understood everything he actually really treated us like family I'd recommend him to Anyone he actually got my fiance the very least amount of time compared to what he was facing ❤️
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28 Mar, 2023 by Darwin daniel cedeno vera
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02 Mar, 2023 by Bryan whitacre
You get what you pay for. Basically a public defender you pay too much for.
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William A Denman, experienced Personal Injury, Real Estate attorney in Dover, DE with 11 reviews
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17 Dec, 2024 by Shan t
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17 Jun, 2024 by Danette cordone
I wanted to do estate planning. I called the Dover office and was given an appointment along with the Dover address. I got there and was told that my appointment was in the Rehoboth office. The receptionist was very rude and acted like the mistake was mine. I did go to Rehoboth, but as a result, had to take a whole day off from work instead of the planned half day. After I met with the lawyer, I was told I'd have my paperwork for review in 2 weeks. It's been almost a month and nothing. I called the office, but haven't heard back. I'll update this review if I ever get this process completed.
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13 Mar, 2024 by Esther curtis
Jessie Benavides is incredibly good at her job. I am so happy I hired her to help in an awful situation. I am so grateful to have her next to me in Family Court. Thank you, Jessie.
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I. Barry Guerke, experienced Appeals, Lawsuit / Dispute attorney in Dover, DE with 11 reviews
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17 Dec, 2024 by Shan t
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17 Jun, 2024 by Danette cordone
I wanted to do estate planning. I called the Dover office and was given an appointment along with the Dover address. I got there and was told that my appointment was in the Rehoboth office. The receptionist was very rude and acted like the mistake was mine. I did go to Rehoboth, but as a result, had to take a whole day off from work instead of the planned half day. After I met with the lawyer, I was told I'd have my paperwork for review in 2 weeks. It's been almost a month and nothing. I called the office, but haven't heard back. I'll update this review if I ever get this process completed.
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13 Mar, 2024 by Esther curtis
Jessie Benavides is incredibly good at her job. I am so happy I hired her to help in an awful situation. I am so grateful to have her next to me in Family Court. Thank you, Jessie.
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Michael W Teichman, experienced Government, Insurance attorney in Dover, DE with 11 reviews
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17 Dec, 2024 by Shan t
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17 Jun, 2024 by Danette cordone
I wanted to do estate planning. I called the Dover office and was given an appointment along with the Dover address. I got there and was told that my appointment was in the Rehoboth office. The receptionist was very rude and acted like the mistake was mine. I did go to Rehoboth, but as a result, had to take a whole day off from work instead of the planned half day. After I met with the lawyer, I was told I'd have my paperwork for review in 2 weeks. It's been almost a month and nothing. I called the office, but haven't heard back. I'll update this review if I ever get this process completed.
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13 Mar, 2024 by Esther curtis
Jessie Benavides is incredibly good at her job. I am so happy I hired her to help in an awful situation. I am so grateful to have her next to me in Family Court. Thank you, Jessie.
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Bradley S Eaby, experienced Bankruptcy attorney in Dover, DE with 6 reviews
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09 Jan, 2015 by Andrew
I was going through a rough time and needed help with finances. Mr Eaby and staff were patient with me and helped me out and explained everything to me so I understood it. Now I got a chance to start over.
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05 Nov, 2014 by Nancy
Moving from my childhood home in New Jersey was hard for me but Brad helped me every step of the way with my real estate settlement. We wanted to get into our new house before Christmas and I know without Brad and his staff, we probably wouldn't have been able to.
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05 Nov, 2014 by George
I have worked all my life and have always been able to pay my bills. An unexpected hospital stay caused me to get behind and not be able to catch up. Brad and his staff helped talk me through how bankruptcy could help me. In the end, I decided to file and it has given me the relief I needed to start over.
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Kashif Iqbal Chowdhry, experienced Appeals, Business attorney in Dover, DE with 11 reviews
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17 Dec, 2024 by Shan t
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17 Jun, 2024 by Danette cordone
I wanted to do estate planning. I called the Dover office and was given an appointment along with the Dover address. I got there and was told that my appointment was in the Rehoboth office. The receptionist was very rude and acted like the mistake was mine. I did go to Rehoboth, but as a result, had to take a whole day off from work instead of the planned half day. After I met with the lawyer, I was told I'd have my paperwork for review in 2 weeks. It's been almost a month and nothing. I called the office, but haven't heard back. I'll update this review if I ever get this process completed.
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13 Mar, 2024 by Esther curtis
Jessie Benavides is incredibly good at her job. I am so happy I hired her to help in an awful situation. I am so grateful to have her next to me in Family Court. Thank you, Jessie.
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Keith E. Donovan, experienced Business, Lawsuit / Dispute attorney in Dover, DE with 0 reviews
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Renee D Duval, experienced Estate Planning, Family Law attorney in Dover, DE with 2 reviews
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21 Mar, 2019 by Anonymous
Renee was hired for my child custody case. Did not provide important information regarding my child custody case. She arrived an hour late to court. Renee has a careless attitude.
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25 Aug, 2018 by Trish
She continually gave advice and then after she said she never said that. Did bare minimum to question witnesses. Showed up late to trial and kept billing me for things she did not do
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Thomas D Donovan, experienced Criminal Defense attorney in Dover, DE with 1 reviews
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23 Jun, 2014 by Marty
This so called attorney handle my PFA and child custody. He failed to repsent me in child custody. He was failed at repenting me in these cases. His main focus is criminal attorney, so if you have any other cases that you have don't go to this attorney. I WOULDN'T recommend him AT ALL! !
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Justin Weeks, experienced Personal Injury attorney in Dover, DE with 0 reviews
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Glynis Gibson, experienced Family Law, Real Estate attorney in Dover, DE with 2 reviews
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08 Nov, 2023 by Anonymous
We did not feel represented. First meeting we were promised the moon with no follow through. Not only no defense strategy, but no explanation of the legal language. The other attorney walked all over her. If we hadn't spent so much money I would have sought other council. The divorce settlement dragged on for 3 years quite unnecessariiy. She left her practice and took a government position which hopefully suit her better. We were notified that she was done a week prior to her departure. Luckily no one has to go through this experience with their divorce again. We feel ripped off and thoroughly frustrated with the entire experience.
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26 Apr, 2016 by Edwin
I hired this attorney to represent me in a PFA matter in Family Court Kent County and she used a damage control approach to my case. She crafted no defense strategy for my case at all. She not request the police reports that I requested that she obtain, she did use the line of questions that I provided along with my answer to the allegations that were written by my wife to get the PFA issued. She failed to do an effective cross examination of my wife on the stand when my wife lied and contradicted the information she wrote to get the PFA. Atty. Gibson never read the PFA and knew that my wife was lying on stand. That was the golden opportunity to discredit her testimony and Atty. Gibson failed to prepare for the cross examination and in doing that failed to offer me the quality defense I hired her to do. I would love to show more on how miserable Atty. Gibson did as an Family Law Atty. she was more concerned about the Petitioner than she was about me Respondent
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Robert J Taylor, experienced Personal Injury attorney in Dover, DE with 0 reviews
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Keith E Donovan, experienced Car Accident, Personal Injury attorney in Dover, DE with 0 reviews
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William D Fletcher Jr., experienced Personal Injury attorney in Dover, DE with 0 reviews
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R. Brandon Jones, experienced Business, Estate Planning attorney in Dover, DE with 0 reviews
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Douglas B Catts, experienced Litigation, Personal Injury attorney in Dover, DE with 0 reviews
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Stephen A Hampton, experienced Civil Rights, Consumer Protection attorney in Dover, DE with 0 reviews
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Clay T Jester, experienced Estate Planning, Family Law attorney in Dover, DE with 0 reviews
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Gary E Junge, experienced Business, Litigation attorney in Dover, DE with 0 reviews
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Nicholas H Rodriguez, experienced Personal Injury attorney in Dover, DE with 0 reviews
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Craig T Eliassen, experienced Family Law, Litigation attorney in Dover, DE with 0 reviews
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F. Michael Parkowski, experienced Business, Real Estate attorney in Dover, DE with 0 reviews
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Justin K Weeks, experienced Car Accident, Personal Injury attorney in Dover, DE with 0 reviews
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