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03 Mar, 2019 by A. f.
I think Jen was motivated more by wanting to remain chummy with my ex's attorney, than represent me. In addition, her lack of professionalism was stunning. Whenever she had to give me bad news, she insisted I come to her office. The problem was that her assistant would call me to schedule an appointment, but due to Jen's calendar, it might not be for 1-2 weeks. That meant 1-2 weeks of needless anxiety and sleepless nights. When we did meet, Jen had an amazing ability to make it about herself. One time, I was struggling to hold it together and Jen recounted that when her parents divorced when she was a freshman in college, she too struggled and turned to a life of promiscuous behaviors. In another instance, when she delivered bad news regarding money and I became upset, she told me that she too struggles with money as her husband buys and sells used cars which isn't overly profitable. Thanks Jen, but didn't need to hear either of those. In my own career, I work hard to build a professional reputation. In reading Jen's reviews, the platitudes and banalities indicate that they were not written by actual clients. Given that all court records can be easily corroborated via the clerk of the Court website,
http://www.alachuacounty.us/depts/clerk/publicrecords/pages/courtrecords.aspx
it was easy to confirm that a number of Jen's reviews are fictitious.
Ruth McIlhenny- Ms. McIlhenny wrote in part, "Jennifer's deep knowledge of collaborative family law and her empathy were key to having a positive divorce experience. She always listened, and clearly explained current law to me." Jennifer responded to the post saying, "Thank you for your review and feedback! I really enjoyed representing you." Interestingly, a search of Alachua County court records indicates that Ms. McIlhenny has never filed for divorce. However, court records indicate that she had a March 4, 2009 traffic violation in which she failed to stop at a red light. She paid a $125 fine and court records indicate that she did not retain Jennifer to assist with the payment. As a side note, I know of Ms. McIlhenny. She is a lawyer in town and presumably, would have a better than average understanding of divorce law.
Coral Cribb- Ms. Cribb wrote in part, "Absolutely LOVED working with Jennifer. She was able to take my concerns, feelings, and explanation of events and articulate them perfectly in a way I couldn't for myself." Unfortunately, a search of Court records indicate that Ms. Cribb has never filed for divorce. The only record on file is a Sep 27, 2017 speeding violation; she was driving 48 in a 35 mph zone. She paid a $159 fine and wrote a reflection on the consequences of speeding. The reflection is quite interesting and is worth a look if you have a few minutes to kill. Unfortunately, court records indicate that Ms. Cribb did not retain Jennifer for help with either paying the fine or writing the essay.
Suzy Forbes- In 2018, Ms. Forbes wrote in part, "Jennifer is so professional and caring. She really listens and goes the extra mile. I highly recommend her." A review of Court records indicates only one file on record; a divorce decree that was filed by a Suzanne Forbes in 2006. Unfortunately, court records indicate she was represented by Kevin Jurecko, ESQ, and not Jen.
There are several others that are fake including Joe Hancock. In sum, Jen spends most of her time creating online profiles for people that do not exist or coercing her friends to write about divorces that never occurred. Check it out for yourself. I long to think that if Jen had instead been invested in my case rather than concocting fictitious reviews, my outcome would have been better. With the number of attorneys in this town, you have a great many options. If you chose to hire Jen as your attorney, you do so at your own peril.
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05 Oct, 2018 by Virginia h.
I was so grateful to have Jennifer's represent me in my recent divorce. With her help, the process went quickly and things were resolved fairly. She is very knowledgeable, compassionate, and skilled in advocacy. She is also approachable and easy to talk to about difficult things, but also an excellent an zealous advocate. I have and will continue to refer friends and colleagues to her.
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20 May, 2018 by Peter s.
I approached Jennifer about representing me in a "Collaborative Divorce." Collaboratives are where each person has a lawyer, plus there is a "financial neutral" and a "mental health coach." At my first meeting with Jennifer, she assured me that she had done numerous "collaboratives" and could represent me well. She explained how collaboratives are different from litigated divorces, and I understood those important differences. I eventually asked, "How much will all this cost (ie, for all four professionals)?" She hemmed and hawed and did not want to give me a number. She said that each situation is unique and costs can vary greatly. I told her that I understood this, so I then asked her for the costs for her last five collaboratives, since she had done so many. She was even more uncomfortable with the question. I told her that perhaps a collaborative process wasn't for me, at which time she said, "About $10,000 total." I asked, "Worse case scenario?" She said, "$12,500." I retained her at that time. The billing was slow at the beginning, but once my financial information was provided to the collaborative team, the billing picked up. When those subsequent bills hit, the total cost was at $24,835, and we were only half way through the process. While Jennifer has the right to bill whatever she deems is appropriate, misrepresenting those costs made me quite upset. Jennifer and the other 'professionals' told me that in exchange for paying current invoices, all future billing would be suspended. I expressed my disgust with Jennifer in very clear terms. Her response was, "Had you litigated the divorce in court, the costs would have been much higher." I replied, "That may very well be true, but it is irrelevant, as I did not ask for the cost of a litigative divorce." I challenged Jennifer and told her that if she produced the total costs for her last five collaboratives, and the average cost was $10,000 or less, I'd donate a $1,000 to the charity of her choice. She declined my offer. The "financial neutral" was Helen Gyllstrom and the "Mental Health" professional was Bill Farley. Both were equally complicit in the fraud as they saw and heard Jennifer's $10,000 estimate several times and said nothing, yet knowing full well that the costs would go well beyond $10K. I spoke with a friend in Nebraska who is a divorce lawyer. After explaining my situation to him, he stated that while each circumstance is unique and there are differences from state to state, my divorce should have costed around $5K - $6K. Honestly, the Gainesville Collaborative Divorce group is run like a criminal cartel with Jennifer being one of the crime family heads. In closing, I can't tell you who to retain as your divorce lawyer. What I can tell you however, is that Jennifer and her colleagues were not truthful about the collaborative divorce process. Jennifer is also being reported to the Bar for this. It is frustrating when you're paying someone to professionally represent your interests and that person looks you straight in the eye on Day 1, and is not truthful.
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27 Mar, 2020 by Fahad
Hired him for my divorce case had to withdraw him due to his milky way of charging fees. He's been doing practicing for long in family law he couldn't figure out in 2 months how much will be the child support which i have to pay very poor performance. I understand child support numbers can be up and down he should have given me some hint and every lawyer does that to their client and for that he charged me for the work in the billing statement mentioning my paralegal Lauren did work on child support calculation what a big LIE. If you are looking for a milky lawyer he is the right choice.
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07 Aug, 2017 by Anonymous
This opportunity to review Knellinger Law is too short a space to provide all the accolades I can easily attribute to the entire team. My litigation stretched out for years, so I am especially qualified to share my lengthy, ongoing, month-after-month experiences with anyone seeking methodical, competent, thorough, dedicated, and exceptionally professional representation. My experience with Knellinger Law is simply beyond reproach. If possible to prevail, they will.
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02 Aug, 2017 by Anonymous
Richard Knellinger, the entire team at Knellinger Law, are incredibly effective. I am very pleased with how responsive they are to my needs, and truly listen to my concerns. Mr. Knellinger provides keen insight and easily communicates the complexity of law. He exemplifies true focus and determination; standing with me as zealous advocate, prevailing in every instance before the Court. Richard Knellinger is one of the most ethical lawyers I have ever known; his commitment and attention to his clients is unparalleled.
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10 Dec, 2019 by Desi
I want thank you and your firm for all that you did for me dealing with my car accident. Very professional with the way you stayed in contact with me to let me know what was going on step by step, even when it cam to the mediation more prepared than any of the other lawyers that were there hands down I would recommend you to anyone.
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07 Dec, 2019 by Stacey
I was involved in a very serious car crash where the guy smashed into the back of my car while I was sitting at a red light. Thankfully I was buckled but I was still severely injured and I ended up having to go to The ER and later on to physical therapy Sessions and then I had a microdiscectomy to fix the disc in my neck. From the very beginning Ms. Rush and her assistant, Angie, helped me with all of my bills and expenses. Ms. Rush told me my job was to get better and she’d take care of all of the legal matters surrounding my crash and that’s exactly what she did. I received a very large settlement and I am beginning to feel almost completely perfect again. My husband and I are VERY thankful for Ms. Rush and the Rush law firm and I highly recommend them!
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31 Oct, 2014 by Anonymous
Marian Rush is the most difficult attorney I have ever encountered. She is incredibly condescending, does not keep you updated or informed, and works closely with horrible doctors. I never thought an attorney would ever treat me the way she did. I would recommend absolutely anyone over this awful lady. She is incredibly rude and will make you feel stupid every time you talk to her. She did not make me feel like I was in good hands. Please, go to anyone besides her.
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10 Nov, 2018 by Matthew
This review is exclusively for Casey Thompson. I'm not living in Florida anymore, but he was able to handle a relatively "messy" divorce. With kids from multiple fathers. (Which if you didn't know, all are considered yours if you are married!) I never had to step foot on a plane or anything like that. I happened to be on a somewhat fixed income, and he made sure to not go over what I could afford (hourly). I'm pretty sure he didn't charge me for some of it. And best of all is whenever I needed to talk to him, he either picked up right away or got back to me promptly. We also had a good email relationship. He definitely made a bad situation seem effortless. I strongly recommend him. Casey, if you're reading this.... thanks again!!
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09 Nov, 2018 by C.m.
This might be a bit too personal, but I feel that it is a story worth sharing. I chose to get a divorce at the end of 2017. I lost everything and gained a bunch of debt in the process. I was also court ordered to pay an unjustifiably exorbitant amount alimony to my ex. I couldn't keep up with the new debt and the alimony. I fell into a deep depression. I called the suicide hotline as I didn't know where to turn. They lent me an ear and helped me find a lawyer.
I was quickly referred to Casey Thompson. I explained my situation to him and he agreed to take me on as a client. With the help of Casey and a few weeks of solid effort, she agreed to terminate the alimony. I will forever be grateful for to him for this, he literally helped save my life.
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08 Nov, 2018 by Anonymous
We hired Mr. Thompson for a family issue. He suggested a plan A and charged us for that saying that it will be enough and he know what needs to be done. After a couple of months, he proposed another plan B with some additional cost. We asked him to follow the previous plan, but all he did was to schedule a hearing with the judge. It took him almost 4 months to file for a hearing! He didn't try to find any supporting document/evidence for the judge. He was hoping that the judge would make a decision in our favor based on nothing essentially.
Anyway, in the court he was not even prepared to present our case correctly such that the judge stopped him and started asking questions to understand the case. Then judge told him what he needs to do for the next session. As a lawyer you are supposed to know them! I wouldn't recommend him.
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07 Aug, 2020 by Cody karras
22 Feb, 2017 by Jacob kupp
22 Apr, 2016 by Dakota salamander
Delivered food there and didn't get tipped. If an attorney can't afford to tip someone, then they probably care more about money than people.
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26 Nov, 2024 by Anthony perera
Highly disappointed in the Jack Ross and the firm. Recommend finding legal counsel who is actually committed to its paying clients.
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19 Nov, 2024 by Ary lamme
I used them back in 2023. A female legal associate of Mr Ross lost crucial evidence pertaining to my case which was security cam footage from three cameras.
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26 Apr, 2024 by Kayleigh ratliff
The receptionist is extremely rude. I called to inquire about assistance with the issue I’m having with my leasing office and she immediately made assumptions about my income based on the sound of my voice. She was not helpful in any way and made me feel like I was not good enough to be a client of this office.
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11 Apr, 2024 by Anonymous
I cant get into the specifics of the case but I was in deep trouble with my landlord was taking advantage of my situation and I decided to have Mr.Whitten help me with this and he more or less was a win for my side and without Mr.Whitten joining the case I would not be here doing as well now.
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26 Mar, 2024 by Chris
Professional and effective. Treated my case with importance and got the job done in court!
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24 May, 2018 by Anonymous
Mr. Whitten seemed really gung ho to take on our case. While speaking with him he was very energetic and ready to take on all the issues we were having. He had a plan of action of things that he would be doing in order to assure that the case went in our favor. We spoke often, and we would mention things that we had discussed prior and he would act like those conversations never happened.
Things were left undone. His reason was just lets see where this takes us. Wait for the other party to make the move.
Four years in, nothing is resolved, and in my opinion, worse off than where we started.
Talk is cheap!
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07 Aug, 2020 by Cody karras
22 Feb, 2017 by Jacob kupp
22 Apr, 2016 by Dakota salamander
Delivered food there and didn't get tipped. If an attorney can't afford to tip someone, then they probably care more about money than people.
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24 Jun, 2022 by Anonymous
Maritza Arroyo did NOT advocate for me at all during my divorce. Just fell to her knees in front of my ex-husbands divorce attorney, Cynthia Swanson. It was unbelievable. It was like she was a groupie of hers; in awe of her ball-buster reputation.
I had a solid case of an ex husband who was/is a DANGER to my 3 year old's welfare due to documented drug abuse, but she convinced me to mediate and accept my ex-husbands proposals. Terrified me with the prospect of going to trial since I had no financial resources and he had all the money. It was unbelievably unethical. Rude paralegal as well (Kayla). They both made me feel like I was always bothering them when I contacted them. Wish I had trusted my gut and went with another attorney
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18 Jul, 2014 by Anonymous
Ms. Arroyo is an outstanding attorney. I have used her on more than one occasion for various legal issues and have been very pleased each time. If at any time in the future I need legal advise, I will turn to Ms. Arroyo. I have complete trust in her knowledge of law and recommend her to others all the time. If you need an attorney that knows law, that can be trusted and will keep you up to date on your case, Ms. Arroyo is the person to help you. Not only is she an amazing attorney, her staff is very knowledgeable and helpful too.
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15 Feb, 2018 by Patrick
Gary is a board certified family lawyer with 45 years experience. He is very compassionate towards his clients and uses his vast experience to get the most for your case. Gary uses the law and the resources it provides to win your case. I would highly recommend Gary. He is not part of a huge law firm and he takes each case to heart and gets to know the person he is representing. He is willing to meet you after normal office hours when he is available. Gary is a great lawyer.
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04 Jan, 2011 by Anonymous
This lawyer charged me exhorbitant fees for his services, so much that even the judge who recently met with me was appalled. (I was too naive, never had a lawyer before and didn't know what normal charges should be. For all the money I gave him, he did absolutely nothing for me except pretend to care when I was upset.
He says he's a "specialist" in marital affairs- yet you might be surprised as I was, that he claims he had to do research after almost each and every contact.(actually, you might only see that when you get the bill.)
Also, he treated me as a child in the respect that after he told me something two times and I said "I understand, he tersely replied, "NO, you don't"- so he insisted on taking more time to tell me the same thing a THIRD time.
Certainly I need to be a bit familiar with it as things come up along the way- but it is HIS JOB to know the laws !!! May I suggest you watch what he researches,(remember, he claims he's a "specialist!) and keep very, very, careful records of every call, every conversation,and all dates of contact with him, too. I had to eventually fire him and start my divorce over from scratch.
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15 Aug, 2023 by Anonymous
This law firm is terrible. They were hired for a case and never return phone calls. You can not get an update on the case but they keep billing even when nothing new has been filed. They can not keep track and itemize things they have done and do not genuinely care about the work they do. terrible experience
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26 Jan, 2016 by Becker
I have hired Scott Toney on many occasions and for various reasons. I have also recommended him to my friends and family.
His work has ALWAYS exceeded our expectations.
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10 Jun, 2024 by Glenda
Ms. Slanker’s Bio speaks volumes but is by no means the end of the chapter. Once you meet and discuss your case with her you will immediately realize she is “The One” to handle your legal issues. She knows the ends and outs of both the plaintiff and defendant side of the judicial system. To me attorney/client communication is critical and she gave our case her attention as though it were her only case; fighting for us like we were family. Very, very often communicating via email on weekends if we had questions or concerns, even into the late evening if necessary. I could go on and on because she is just that good. Call her, you will not be disappointed. If needed again, We will certainly call her.
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03 May, 2024 by John
Michelle Slanker will say anything to convince you to hire her. An attorney left the firm and I was asked to choose between the laWyler that left (who I had worked with for some time) and Michelle Slanker (who has no local experience or track record.) instead of allowing me to consider my options, she used high pressure tactics to convince me to stay. Her tactics included stressing that I would not be refunded my pre-paid fees if I went with other lawyer (even though my case was only half over). While I elected to stay with my long-term lawyer and signed a letter confirming this choice, Ms. Slanker never passed the signed document on to the lawyer I selected and she refused to give me a copy. She also badmouthed my lawyer to persuade me to accept her instead.
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31 Jan, 2018 by Bryan t
Been using Mr. CARR, for 15 years, also many of my friends. He's always done a great job.. I've never done any prison time, he's always called me back,or I call his cell phone. Very smart, knows inside or a courtroom.. I've sent many many people to him over the years,and so have they...
I would highly recommend his services. Very good person and attorney
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29 Jan, 2016 by Tasha
I hired Mr Carr to represent my son, very bad move on my part. Never received straight answer to questions, never received requested documents, never returned phone calls, very hard to reach, upped price 4 weeks into case, seemed unknowledgeable, when we asked for a portion of the money back to help with continuing legal fees to retain another lawyer I was told sorry and good luck to me and my son.
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13 Mar, 2015 by Anonymous
Mr. Carr handled a moving violation for my son and did a good job and ask him if he also did family law, specifically if he handled divorce cases as I needed representation.
I retained Mr. Carr to represent me in my divorce. After attending mediation, he made the comment to me to get "ready to pay for the screwing in the divorce for the screwing you got in the marriage". It was a long drive home and at that point had lost hope and belief in the legal system. I hired another attorney to represent me and the outcome was 180 degress different from that comment. I wish he would referred me to an attorney whose focus is family law.
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30 Jul, 2020 by Zanyah
It took Miss Lopez two years and counting to do and process my adoption keys which she has made continuous and I cannot stress that enough continuous call out whether she “sick” or she’s going out of town on vacation. She is extremely rude when you complain and ask her what’s taking so long extremely passive aggressive despite you paying her I would never hire someone with incompetent and extremely rude in my life ever again. Having my life put on hold because she does It took Miss Lopez two years and counting to do and process my adoption keys which she has made continuous and I cannot stress that enough continuous call out whether she’s sick or she’s going out of town on vacation. She is extremely rude when you complain and ask her what’s taking so long extremely passive aggressive despite you paying her. 0/10 I wouldn’t recommend her to my WORST enemy.
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05 Sep, 2019 by Lee
(Family Law regarding Parental Alienation and Contempt of Court). Rarely responded to emails on issues, Became passive 2 days before hearing and wanted to drop all issues on contempt of court. Feel as though there was no consideration, compassion or care shown regarding clear issues.
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