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18 Dec, 2019 by Big ant
26 Sep, 2019 by Michelle mcdaniel
05 Oct, 2016 by Anonymous
For someone that is looking for representation I wouldn't recommend John Tijerina. My father used him a lot when I was younger and I decided to give him a chance. For my consultation with him I had several ideas and he brushed them off and the way he reacted it made it seem that he wasn't interested in the case. I had several legal questions to ask after doing some online research not one time did he recommend any of that. Anyways, John is probably interested in making a quick buck on unsuspecting folks. So beware, on the Brightside consultation was free and enough to know he's not worth my money.
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09 Dec, 2017 by Anonymous
Andrew and his paralegal Teri were extremely bad. He represented me in my divorce in 2013 and was awful. He did not fight for me, and in the end, I ended up with paying for all my legal bills and my ex’s too. He left vaguely worded statements in the decree about who was responsible for paying credit card bills after the divorce was filed. I had to constantly call their office to get information on my case, and the only thing they were good for was increasing their billable hours. Run as fast as you can from these guys.
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30 Jun, 2014 by Nash
Andrew Stacio, Terri and all Stacio & Stacio staff made our adoption as painless and enjoyable experience. All document requests were thorough, complete and error-free. All documents were submitted in a timely manner to the Court house. From start to finish, entire process was completed within 8 weeks. An amazing time-frame given complexity of our case. I would recommend Stacio & Stacio to anyone who would ask me for a referral.
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15 Feb, 2013 by Sabrina
Stasio and Stasio have represented me for over 4 years on various issues and each time they have been exceptional to say the least. They are part of just a select few of the most highly respected attorneys in Tarrant Co. I would recommend this firm 100% to anyone for their remarkable representation
*As far as some of these other reviews by these few unsatisfied clients, there are some cases that the clients themselves can destroy by not following the direction of their attoney(s)
It is up to you to whether or not you want your case to succeed. *
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22 Oct, 2018 by Timothy
I contacted Mrs. Bowers in May and explained I had been arrested in Tarrant County on a possesion charge, while also on the final year of a 5 year felony probation out of Johnson County. I had already been contacted by Johnson Co. and told that regardless of the outcome in my Tarrant Co. case, they were filing to revoke my probation so I would have need also require an Attorney there because being charged with a crime is a violation even if you are found not guilty. Mrs. Bowers agreed to represent me in both cases but it would cost a little more than usual because of the MTR hearing being a seperate case even though it resulted from the same charge. I agreed to the price and gave her 50% down and would payment plan the remaing. Four months later (Thanksgiving Eve no less) while driving through Hood Co I get pulled over for a headlight warning and taken into custody and held without bond for Johnson Co. on a warrant for probation violation. Johnson Co. can't technically take me into custody until after the Tarrant Co. case has been been resolved. So I sit in Hood Co. jail for 58 days and I tried to call Mrs. Bowers at her office everyday to let her know what was happening and to let her know I had $500 on me when I was pulled over she could have and I would pay the final $500 2 weeks later. She never accepted my prepaid calls from Hood Co. Jail. Her secretary told my sister they couldn't discuss my case with her when I had her call. January 20th I am transfered to Tarrant Co. jail and I try every hour to call her office because I am told I will go to court in 30 days. I write several letters to Mrs Bowers granting permission to talk to my sister who I released my car and money and has the $1000 still owed to Mrs Bowers. Never hear anything back, and it is day of court and judge starts to give me a Public Defender and I tell him Mrs. Bowers has been my Attorney since the start and she was the one who kept postponing the case so I could keep working and going to NA meetings and counceling for the 4 months prior to Hood Co. The judge told me she was never listed as my Attorney of record which should have been done as soon as any payment is accepted. He rescheduled for 10 days later and said I had to accept public defender if she didn't show. She didn't and I took advise of public defender and accepted 60 days county jail in return for no contest plea. I had already been in custody for over 3 months so the judge said they were giving me time served and releasing my to Johnson Co. 3 days later while still waiting for Johnson Co. to pick me up, I receive a letter from Mrs. Bowers that says she is no longer willing to represent me and that they had not been aware I had been in custody since November. That was all, no further explination why, I asked my sister to contact her office since I had already written permission to discuss with her. I asked my sister to let Mrs. Bowers know I wanted her for my Motion to Revoke hearing or I wanted my money back. Mrs. Bowers refused to discuss either option with my sister even after I provided Notarized written authorization. When I got to Johnson Co. I was given a photocopied piece of notebook paper with writting that was not legible and was told it was my public defenders name and contact info. When I asked the guard who gave it to me what it said he was not able so I filed a complaint. Finally 6 days later the Assistant Warden was able to find out the info. Evidently a whole lot of people were disturbed because my public defender didn't provide her info typed up on letterhead like a normal person and when I met her (3 minutes before the hearing) she was hostile towarfds me and suggested I accept 20 month prison sentence. The max sentence for my charge is 2 years and I have been in jail 9 months but she says I will only get credit for 3 months so I tell the judge and she yells out it was a misunderstanding. I settle for 15 months w/ 9 months credit. Still want explination & refund Randy!
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29 Oct, 2014 by Anonymous
She is one of the best attorneys in fort wortht. She cared about my case and was able to get my case dismissed. Would definitely recommend randy!
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29 Jan, 2024 by Kasy
I was arrested and booked into a county that is known for piss poor court appointed, or outrageously expensive attorneys. Where if you're broke you're gonna not only sit in jail for months on end but def get the short end of the stick. This man was a court appointed and he took care of business. I watched men go into court and back to jail over and over waiting on a lawyer to get it together. I was in and out of jail that day with much desired sentence. He helped give me a chance at starting over and my life has never been better. Thank you sir.
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12 Jan, 2024 by Anonymous
Wth is wrong with this guy. Where is he. And why does it take so long to hear from him.
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10 Jan, 2024 by Amaris castillo
Personally, I would not recommend Sylvia. She was very helpful initially, as I was recommended her by a close friend. I paid her retainer to her in cash, then I was informed that she moved to a new firm shortly after hiring her, then was asked for another retainer with her new firm. Not sure if this is normal, but the way I was communicated with about the situation by the new firm wasn't very professional and quite rude.
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07 Jan, 2020 by Leittia knight
Sylvia is an amazing attorney! She is very knowledgeable in regards to Family law. Sylvia is very easy to talk to and compassionate as well. Don't be fooled though, she is tough and will go to bat for her clients. I am very pleased and will use her in the future.
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09 Jan, 2015 by Kay
I hired Mr. Glover for a case and from the first meet his compassion and concern is what struck me the most. Mr. Glover kept me inform about every move the case made. He made it clear that he was fighting for me and any decision that was made or needed to be made Mr. Glover made sure I was comfortable and informed. The outcome was a win. He is an attorney that I will keep on file because he will be my go to guy if need be. Mr. Glover knows his stuff.
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10 Jun, 2013 by Anonymous
He lied about his experience as a criminal defense lawyer. He took on my complicated case with no intentions on seeing it all the way through. Once he got my money, he used scare tactics to get me to sign a plea deal. He said we had a great case, open and shut. Until he received the last payment, then he decided it wasn't that great, and said things like "when we lose, your looking at 99 years" Its your life, your the one thats got to do the time.
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10 Jan, 2024 by Amaris castillo
Personally, I would not recommend Sylvia. She was very helpful initially, as I was recommended her by a close friend. I paid her retainer to her in cash, then I was informed that she moved to a new firm shortly after hiring her, then was asked for another retainer with her new firm. Not sure if this is normal, but the way I was communicated with about the situation by the new firm wasn't very professional and quite rude.
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07 Jan, 2020 by Leittia knight
Sylvia is an amazing attorney! She is very knowledgeable in regards to Family law. Sylvia is very easy to talk to and compassionate as well. Don't be fooled though, she is tough and will go to bat for her clients. I am very pleased and will use her in the future.
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01 Mar, 2021 by Anonymous
After getting off to a great start with someone I thought would be compassionate and highly responsive, it went downhill from there. Court appearances were disasters, hearings held without my knowledge or input, deadlines missed which caused irreparable harm, appointments missed. Zero remorse or any offer to make good on these issues. Would not recommend.
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17 Sep, 2018 by Shirley shepler
Absolutely incredible attorney!!
Nancy Bonilla is a professional, attentive and in-touch attorney. Nancy cares about her clients.
Nancy was by our side for the last 7 months. I have such high regard for her knowledge and diligence!
This case involved our precious grandson and Nancy delivered.
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12 Aug, 2018 by Michael
He's one of the finest men and best attorneys I've known in my lifetime. If you read anything negative, the person thinking negative is not stable. Honestly, Art's handled cases for me, including one character who went to Texas Death Row and has been executed. He's top of his field in my book, both civil and criminal cases. Personal experience here. He's without doubt a winner and quality all the way.
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05 Feb, 2018 by Connie
This case took way too long to settle, 5 years. I was rear ended by a driver that was on a cell phone while on the freeway. My car was totaled, I suffered injury. The driver's insurance company made some unacceptable offers. The two year limit expired, still no mention of the driver being on the phone was made. In the mean time I had another accident which made settling for a fair amount difficult according to Art. After depositions, meetings, paying for medical records for YEARS it finally dawns on Art to ask for phone records. Of course the time that lapsed made things difficult in obtaining the phone records. Apparently that was the straw to break the camel's back & a settlement was made. I would've been better off dealing with the insurance company directly. This guy got 1/3 of my pain & suffering for absolutely NOTHING. Do not hire him unless you have time to waste & money to burn. He will not help.
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13 Mar, 2021 by Oscar
Hunter Thorne McLean is one of the most disgusting, repugnant attorneys out there.
I hired him on a case for my business in which he faulted to show up for court.
BIG MISTAKE!!!
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01 Nov, 2013 by Corrie
I was having an issue with a builder contract and I found Hunter McLean on Avvo and a bunch of other lawyers as well. The next morning the only one who responded was Hunter and he was extremely responsive and we talked about my issue. He was conscious of the fact that I'm building a home and finances may be tight and instead of just saying oh well these are my fees he actually recommended an associate that was a little less expensive and could handle this simple issue. One might thing that was the end of his involvement but NOT AT ALL!! We ran into an issue where the associate wasn't 100% sure of if the lack of markings on the contract invalidated that piece so he called Hunter in. Hunter didn't just answer his question but he came in and sat down with me and explained the missing piece. He didn't even charge me more. And after they emailed my builder they were IMMEDIATELY back to work with nothing else to say. If I have any legal issues regardless of whether its real estate or anything else I will be contacting Hunter and either using his expertise or seeing if he could advise me as to who in his firm handles that particular issue.
The best example I can give of Hunter's service is a waiter that doesn't ignore you after you already left the tip. It shows TRUE desire to help!
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23 Jan, 2020 by Landon red
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24 Nov, 2017 by Champion triangle
Not good service
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23 Jan, 2020 by Landon red
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24 Nov, 2017 by Champion triangle
Not good service
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23 Jan, 2020 by Landon red
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24 Nov, 2017 by Champion triangle
Not good service
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23 Jan, 2020 by Landon red
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24 Nov, 2017 by Champion triangle
Not good service
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23 Jan, 2020 by Landon red
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24 Nov, 2017 by Champion triangle
Not good service
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06 May, 2024 by Rabidjedi pigion
The Law Office of David Sloan was vigilant in my defense and was always available to answer my questions.
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12 Apr, 2024 by Kareem moore
First off I'm not much of a drinker but Andrew is the type of guy you could have a drink with. From the start I was totally comfortable and felt a sense of security with Andrew. I told him what I wanted and he got it done for me... Actually more than what I expected. I had a felony and misdemeanor. He got the felony thrown out and a light smack for the misdemeanor and he got my guns back to me which is what I really wanted. He's funny, has swag and has a presence in the court room. His colleagues seem to have respect for him, and the judge called him by his first name with a certain tone of professional respect. Andrew will always be my favorite officer of the court and id recommend him to anyone looking for a solid defense. Trust me I've dealt with a lot of lawyers, and Andrew's knowledge and professionalism takes the cake.
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11 Apr, 2024 by Chris knox
Andrew Deegan is an amazing attorney that truly cares about his clients. He got me a way better deal than I ever expected. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend him to anyone.
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05 Aug, 2024 by Bill lane
Big Firm, Big Reputation, Very poor representation, no client advocacy, billing so high they would need to add hours in a day to justify. Intentional delays at every corner. All about double and triple billing. Stay away if you want to win your case and have a good experience.
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06 Jul, 2024 by Joe frunzi
Read into the AA case, whoever was the genius to come up with that defense should be fired, and anyone who concurred or ran it up the ladder...
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29 May, 2024 by Mike giumento
The fact that they say it was a mistake with that statement, that means internally one of your lawyers wrote that out and thought it was a good idea because you wouldn't have accidentally sent it if it wasn't written or printed. Honestly, get a law firm that treats people like humans. Also, we need to know the lawyer's name who wrote that paper out. Protecting this person is disgusting. You should be blasting this person even if it was a mistake, which again, if it wasn't written or printed, you couldn't have made that mistake, which means at one point you thought it was a good idea.
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22 Aug, 2024 by Ahmad abunijmeh
Unacceptable
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17 Apr, 2024 by Chad
Absolutely disgraceful
Who in there right mind would use a law like this
Oh Tarrant county tax office would
I’ve spoken to people a few times as a business owner that prides himself on honesty
I would never not ever use this company
And from the one client I know they have
The likely isn’t a single attorney at this office that has the slightest bit of self respect
Facts are completely unintended side effect
I’ve dealt with quit a few attorney over the years
Theses are the type that have off shore accounts
It these folks are even licensed I’d be surprised
Hopefully my house isn’t bug
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12 Apr, 2024 by Sonia de hoyos
Rudest people I’ve ever met
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31 Oct, 2023 by Angela
I hired Elizabeth Rivera as my attorney for a complicated lawsuit, involving more than one party and including a corporation. As most people realize, the wheels of justice run slow. Covid interrupted my cases. However, even after all that, Elizabeth amazed me on many occasions. It was as if she had perfect recall of the details of all aspects of the case and quickly zoomed in on discrepancies by various parties. In court, she was professional, skilled and very prepared. I am happy with the results. In every aspect of the case I could win, I did. In the one aspect of the case that through no fault of Elzabeth I lost, Elizabeth's amazing court skills, used to argue against the outlandish attorney fees that the other side tried to make me pay, won me a favorable ruling.
Do I recommend Elizabeth Rivera to others? Absolutely! Will I use her again, if needed? Absolutely! Do I have anything negative to say about her or any of her staff? NO!
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07 Feb, 2022 by Sylvia
The worst unprofessional getto attorney and staff. Fin a professional ethical attorney because she is terrible
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01 Jul, 2021 by Anonymous
Attorney Elizabeth is a rip off and she tried to send me a extra bill when she owes me money DO NOT USE!!!
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31 Jan, 2024 by Anonymous
This man is about money and not your solution. Do yourself a favor and find someone with an office, the ability to socially speak to people and not use venmo for a payment option.
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19 Dec, 2023 by Anonymous
I hired Mr. Boothe to prepare my will for myself and my husband. I spoke with him over the phone and he seemed knowledgeable and professional. I paid him via Venmo. The draft of the Will came in with numerous spelling and grammar errors. He would never respond to emails texts or phone calls. He never corrected the errors or responded. Very disappointed. Finally had to hire another lawyer.
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13 Oct, 2023 by John
This guy will take your money and not do any work. He is a crook people. He’s all talk and no action. Please do not give this crook a dime. Just do a google search of all his disciplinary cases against his license and you’ll see that this guy is Sus!!!!!
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08 Nov, 2021 by Rickey hayes
17 Feb, 2019 by Amy bigham
Has a great experience years ago. The firm did not specalicze in what I needed and they went above and beyond to find me the attorney I needed for my case. Excellent client care.
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23 Apr, 2018 by Mohammad kadom
Bad attitude people in this office
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10 Jul, 2024 by Anonymous
I hired her back in 2020 and switched counsel after our first hearing. She didn't prepare me at all, I had to directly request the judge for drug tests because she didn't after telling me she would. She argued with everything I said at every phone call. She ate through 90% of my retainer for absolutely nothing. I'm so thankful I switched attorneys and got someone that CARED about children enough to try to keep them safe. We won!
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26 Jan, 2024 by Anonymous
Hired Shannon to represent me in a contested case and do not recommend her. She does not follow through and says she will do something many times and then not do it. I wish I could charge people what she does with that little effort. She did not communicate nor prepare me for court, tell me where to go and showed up late. She is not reliable and you will go to court-have to advocate to get in front of the judge and for her to actually file to reset cases. If something is too hard she won't fight for it. Do not hire her!
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21 Sep, 2023 by Anonymous
I never write reviews, but I have to try and save someone else from a huge mistake.
Went with Shannon after a recommendation and was very disappointed. She talks a real big game, but that's all it is, talk. She never knew the facts about my case, constantly told me incorrect information, and was only interested in billing hours. Especially for small business owners, stay far away, she does not understand even the basics. After almost 6 months of billing me with no work done, I had to work directly with opposing counsel and my ex to nail down child support. Turns out Shannon was the delay and I was paying her for it. The communication with her and her paralegal was absolutely horrible, would not receive updates for weeks/months. In the short time since I let her go as my attorney I've already regained custody time and been paid back attorney fees, all on my own. She made my divorce worse and more complicated, the exact opposite of what a good attorney should do.
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29 Sep, 2023 by Cody king
Filed an agreement with my custody of my son and after 3yrs I still haven't got to see him because you lied. You failed to file 1 out of 50 contempts, no such thing as perjury Texas penal code 37.02. You didn't show represent 11/22/2019 me nor file a appeal you then agreed to place my own supervised visitation which was already agreed to before trial and you already filed to withdrawal from my case and the opposing party was aware about it that is considered conspiracy, interfering with custody and malpractice what is your response to this. Remember that I have everything and I just found out
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08 Jan, 2023 by Anonymous
Mr. Wright did not represent me well during my divorce. He gave me very bad advise and had me settle when I actually had the upper hand. I hired another attorney to fix his damage.
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08 Aug, 2022 by Anonymous
Doug Wright is by far the worse attorney he lied to me for two years him and his paralegal he turned against me for the judge he is not to be trusted at all he screws over his clients especially minorities and he has his paralegal Caitlin lie for him this guy is really bad news
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11 Sep, 2024 by Lynsey
Andrea took excessive and unprofessional amounts of time to answer calls and emails in addition to preparing power of attorneys and LLC beneficiary designations. I was extremely unsatisfied to always leave a message with a receptionist and never receive a call, email or even a draft of documents. We were consistently told our file was “in review.” Thankfully Andrea refunded our retainer and we were able to hire an attorney who had the power of attorneys and other standard estate documents completed in 48 hours. We have no idea why it took Andrea over 6 weeks to provide us with form documents and ignored calls and emails. We do not recommend her or her firm.
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07 Jul, 2022 by Lynsey
Andrea does not professionally communicate by phone or email once taking deposits. She extends deadlines for paperwork, does not deliver documents when she commits to deliver them and cannot be bothered to address why she is running late. Her office is unorganized, frequently changes phone numbers, moves locations, closes during posted open hours and does not keep accurate client phone numbers and even left voicemails on wrong numbers. I highly recommend using an attorney who is more organized and experienced.
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30 Oct, 2019 by Anonymous
I consulted with Andrea and was disappointed that she had no interest in listening to my objection to her contract. Sadly she appears to wear her emotions on her sleeve!
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13 Feb, 2023 by Anonymous
If u care about your freedoms, run away. Truly an embarrassment to allow this man to practice law in texas. No phone call returns or adequate communication. Reception is no better.
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14 Nov, 2014 by Anonymous
Dnt return calls,then when he does you ask a question about the case and Mr.Boone rush off phone. You ask to speak with him &he gets mad when you dnt tell receptionist the questions that you have for him.Why ask her she not attroney
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28 Jan, 2011 by Crazy cheeze ball? marias friend
very sufisticated and gets the job done
i would highly recomend Brett to be your next lawyer
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01 Jan, 2015 by Will
What Mr. Morrison did was take stress out of my life created by a bad situation. He properly defended my Bankruptcy when needed to prevent dismissal by my original trustee. He gave sound advice and told me not to worry. He corrected bad legal advice that one of my creditors attorneys gave to my creditor. His demeanor was always professional and direct. I found Mr. Morrison to be very responsive.
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07 Dec, 2011 by Claude clanton
I was a client of Morrison, He took our money for our case and advised us that he would hold our money and if we changed our mind and decied not to file that he would return our money. Well we decided not to file and he refused to refund our money. He is right it was a Chapter 13 and not a chapter 11. But he refused to refund our money, so either way he is wrong. Since I am wrong I am sure I can expect as check in the mail in the next few days.
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21 May, 2008 by Anonymous
Mr. Morrison is a liar. He told my wife and everything that he would hold some money and if we changed our mind and decided to go another route he would return our money. Well I am sure you know how well that went over. He sent a letter, no guts to return a phone call, and told us that he was applying the money to a CLOSED CASE. The worst part is that he LIED to us and never would even return our calls...DO NOT USE THIS MAN..CROOK AND LIAR
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24 Jul, 2019 by Sherrell
I hired Ms. McGinty back in 2009, I caught a controlled substance case and I got 5 years deferred adjudication probation. I've never been in trouble before so when I went to jail they had me on a $50,000 bond. She was able to get a bond reduction and I was out within hours on a Writ. She's an amazing lawyer who takes pride in her work and believes going the extra mile for her clients.
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15 Oct, 2015 by Anonymous
Only cares about her personal vacation plans and not her paying customers. She planned a court date, went on vacation and her assistant always gave wrong information. They never filed my divorce papers and pretended we never had the discussion although she already had my money. I would not suggest her.
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09 Jul, 2014 by Anonymous
McGinty filed my divorce and was negligent. She and her assistant told me that we could not go to court for Temporary Orders hearing due to a death in the judges family. As a result, I was not awarded spousal support (I was a stay at home mom), there were SEVERAL mistakes in the orders, and several items were left out of the orders. As a result, I was at a disadvantage for the remainder of the divorce. At least 4 other lawyers reviewed her work and all were surprised and appalled with the work that she had done (or didn't do). It was very hard to contact her and I consistently got conflicting advice. Please do not even consider using this attorney.
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22 Jun, 2022 by Tommy dowden
Do not go to trial with this lawyer. The opposing party ran away with the show and I lost my child. Any objections we're disregarded by the da and the judge let it happen. Other times I told lawyer to object and she didnt. 3 days trial over 10 grand later and the results don't add up. Sorry kayla, but im deeply unsatisfied with you overall.
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09 Nov, 2021 by Anonymous
At first glance, this attorney seems to care about you and your case. Once retained, it is an entirely different story. Nearly every conversation centered on what money was owed to her and her hardships and was never about the case. In the end result, I paid an entire “flat rate” fee—only to have her withdraw from my case—forcing me to retain and pay another attorney to start from scratch. Do NOT HIRE HER or work with her. It’s a huge mistake.
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27 Feb, 2019 by Efrain
She was very helpful and kind , told me what I needed to get done and gave me the time I needed to pay off my tickets! Good lawyer for court appointed
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11 May, 2023 by Tony
• ***I WOULD STEER CLEAR OF SEAN IF I HAD IT TO DO OVER AGAIN*** Sean was hostile and disrespectful to me during my divorce proceedings and I was shocked because he was supposed to be my advocate during a difficult time in my life. In addition, Sean came up with higher child support payments for me than the opposing party attorney did and when I re-calculated the child support payments, the opposing party lawyer ended up accepting my calculations. Sean told me about a deadline for a response on reading and responding to documents from the opposing party and then called me to yell at me and berate me when I texted him that I had emailed him a full response. I did ALL of the reading and work on my case. Sean was hard to contact and the opposing party lawyer even accused me of not having a lawyer because Sean was so hard to contact. The worst part of it all is that I had a few very reasonable requests for changes to the divorce decree that the opposing party had crafted and had sent them to Sean to relay to the opposing party lawyer. Sean never relayed my comments to the opposing party lawyer and merely told the opposing party lawyer that I wouldn't budge and that we would have to go to court to settle the issues. The opposing party contacted me directly, outside of both lawyers and asked why in the world I would want to go to court and spend a lot more money?! I replied that I certainly did not want to go to court and I sent her the email I had sent to Sean with my requests for changes to the divorce decree. She read it and found the changes I requested to be perfectly reasonable and ordered her attorney to make the changes I requested via an email which she cc'd me on. Her exact words were “The requests Tony has made are reasonable, I don't know why Tony's lawyer did not pass them on to you.” I normally give out great reviews to bless people. In this case, I felt like it was my duty to warn fellow people who might be in a desperate legal situation. It is a horrible thing to feel like your attorney, who is supposed to be your advocate, feels like an enemy.
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25 Nov, 2021 by Anonymous
This man is not a nice guy. He will treat you second class. Read the reviews, read other reviews. You will see the difference.
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17 Oct, 2021 by Anonymous
I will say Mr.Lynch isn't very good at communication. I will wait two weeks and than email or call to check to see what is going on. He will update I have filed this and that, Still waiting on a court date. Now I am not sure if Family Court are short staffed or not but it pretty crazy the Criminal Courts is throwing court dates as fast as you can blink. I just want to know why it take so long! I will advise you to start checking in with your paying customers! Updates maybe not once a week but EVERY TWO WEEKS WILL BE APPRECIATED! We are antsy parents who are just wanting this burden to be handle and over with!
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10 Jul, 2009 by Anonymous
Mr. Malanga did very little work on my case and largely relied on my footwork to deal with my case. I would not recommend this lawyer.
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Learn about their strategy, whether they prefer negotiation, mediation, or litigation. -
Who will be working on my case?
Find out if the lawyer will handle your case personally or delegate tasks to other attorneys or paralegals. -
How will you communicate with me throughout the process?
Establish expectations for updates, preferred communication methods, and response times. -
What is the likely timeline for resolving my case?
Get an estimate of how long the process may take from start to finish. -
Do you have references from past clients?
Testimonials or references can provide insight into the lawyer's professionalism and effectiveness. -
What are the strengths and weaknesses of my case?
Understanding potential challenges helps you prepare and sets realistic expectations. -
Are there alternative ways to solve my legal problem?
Discuss options like mediation, arbitration, or settlement to resolve the issue efficiently.
How to Check the Credibility of a Lawyer
Before hiring a lawyer, it's crucial to verify their credibility and ensure they're qualified to handle your case:
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Verify Their License:
Check with your state's bar association to confirm the lawyer is licensed and in good standing. -
Experience and Specialization:
Ensure the lawyer specializes in the area of law relevant to your case. -
Disciplinary Record:
Look up any history of disciplinary actions or complaints through the state bar association. -
Client Reviews and Testimonials:
Read reviews on legal directories like Avvo, Martindale-Hubbell, or Google to gauge client satisfaction. -
Professional Memberships:
Membership in professional organizations or specialty bar associations can indicate a commitment to their field. -
Awards and Recognitions:
Honors from reputable organizations reflect expertise and a positive reputation. -
Consultation Assessment:
Use the initial consultation to evaluate their communication skills, responsiveness, and willingness to address your concerns. -
Ask for References:
A credible lawyer should be willing to provide references from past clients.
What Should I Prepare for My First Consultation?
To make the most of your initial meeting with a lawyer, come prepared with:
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Relevant Documents:
Bring all documents related to your case, such as contracts, correspondence, legal notices, court papers, or evidence. -
Written Summary:
Prepare a concise written summary of your situation, including key dates, events, and involved parties. -
List of Questions:
Write down any questions you have about your case, the legal process, or the lawyer's experience. -
Financial Information:
If applicable, bring financial documents like pay stubs, tax returns, or bank statements. -
Contact Information:
Provide details of any witnesses or other parties relevant to your case. -
Personal Identification:
Bring a valid ID for verification purposes. -
Pen and Notebook:
Take notes during the consultation to remember important points. -
Budget Constraints:
Be ready to discuss your budget and any financial limitations.
How Much Does a Lawyer Cost?
The cost of hiring a lawyer varies widely based on several factors:
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Fee Structures:
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Hourly Rate:
Lawyers may charge anywhere from $150 to $500 or more per hour, depending on experience and location. -
Flat Fee:
For routine legal services like drafting a will or handling an uncontested divorce, lawyers might offer a flat fee. -
Retainer Fee:
An upfront payment against which the lawyer bills hourly fees. -
Contingency Fee:
Common in personal injury cases; the lawyer receives a percentage (typically 25% to 40%) of any settlement or award. -
Monthly Retainer:
For ongoing services, businesses might pay a monthly fee for a set number of hours or services.
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Hourly Rate:
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Factors Affecting Cost:
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Complexity of the Case:
More complex cases require more time and resources, increasing costs. -
Lawyer's Experience:
Highly experienced lawyers may charge higher fees. -
Geographic Location:
Legal fees can vary significantly by region or city. -
Additional Expenses:
Court filing fees, expert witness fees, travel expenses, and administrative costs may be extra.
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Complexity of the Case:
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Estimating Total Costs:
Request a detailed fee agreement outlining all potential costs.
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Negotiating Fees:
Some lawyers may be willing to negotiate fees or offer payment plans, especially for clients with financial constraints. -
Pro Bono Services:
For those who cannot afford legal services, some lawyers or legal aid organizations offer services at reduced rates or for free.
