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05 Dec, 2014 by Toni
Dayla Pepi took my case via St. Mary's Legal Aid (pro-bono) and it ruined my life forever. I lived homeless in Haven for Hope because she wanted my kids to remain with their wealthy father. She broke the law and told me a piece of paper allowed my children to legally reside with their dad. The paper wasn't a valid legal document. (According to experienced attorneys and the judge) That was back in 2012, then she convinced me that a judge would never believe me if I went to court to ask them to review the documents.
When my children began to become brainwashed against me, due to the long periods of separation. I only saw them 6 times in 2012. I kept begging her to take my case to the judge, but she refused. Even when my kids showed up in smelly and dirty clothing, Dayla still felt that living with their father was in their best interest. I could be with my children right now, but Dayla told me I couldn't "live off their child support" in so many words. I have the documents to prove every word I typed and more. She's no "Saint" even is she does work for St. Mary's.
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22 Sep, 2015 by Stanton
Ms. Maloney never bothered to return my phone calls after I discussed my case in detail with her assistant Eileen.
After several phone calls to find out why Ms. Maloney would not return my calls, some assistant got on the phone and told me she was not interested in handling my case.
She refused to speak with me to at least explain why she would not handle the case, and her assistant Eileen also refused to speak with me again to explain why Ms. Maloney would not handle the case.
At this point, I would not hire Ms. Maloney to handle a traffic ticket, much less a medical malpractice case with good merits.
I would not recommend her to anyone who needs any type of legal help.
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25 Dec, 2016 by Anonymous
Mr Segovia handled my case a few years ago and after paying retainer and upfront fees, he was very hard to get a hold of. He kept asking for more money and paralegal did all the work. I was the plaintiff in the case and the respondents attorney was the one that did the final decree which I did not agree with.
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28 Jan, 2018 by Anonymous
I hired him thru Thomas Henry, I rarely got any updates on my case and when I did it was from his secretary only. His medical secretary knew more about my case then both of them combined. The few times I did speak with him while he was cordial he had a very arrogant tone and did not seem to treat his staff properly. I scheduled a meeting with him in which he was late to, and while speaking about settlement offers I had specific questions that to this day remain unanswered. I ended up terminating his services. You have been warned.
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23 Jan, 2013 by Anonymous
A WASTED OF TIME AND MONEY
BY USING CAMACHO AS MY ATTORNEY
IN A DIVORCE WITH WIFE OF 27 YEARS
WAITS TO LONG TO COUNTER TO WIFE ATTORNEY
AGREES WITH WIFE ATTORNEY, WITHOUT GIVING
A CHANCE TO REVIEW YOUR OBTIONS
DOES NOT WANT TO ARGUE POINTS OF YOUR
BEST INTEREST IN YOUR CASE--SITES WITH
WIFE ATTORNEY. DOES NOT SHOW UP
TO COURT. HARD TO DEAL WITH.
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08 Oct, 2022 by Aaliyah
Within my title, those 5 words would be how I would describe my "lawyer". He was my court appointed attorney, however, if that is how he works with his clients when its free, I can only imagine what he would do if you pay him money. I am not going to disregard his experience nor education, but when I was his client, it never felt like he was on top of things. In April he stated he would file for a speedy trial for my case, but it wasn't filed until August, essentially a day or two before my next court date, which had gotten pushed back an additional 30 days after that. After telling him my entire situation, it felt he had no care in the world to actually help me. For example, I wanted him to apply for a dismissal and he kept informing me with legal jargon of why he couldn't do that. Little did he know, I have a relative who works for SAPD, and explained the situation exactly the same, and stated there's no reason why the case should be dragging on any further. I even talked to a lawyer I was willing to pay my last dime on, who sated the same thing. My lawyer failed to address to the court my medical history, the lack of evidence the courts and police have, as well as address the fact that if my BAC was 0.0%, and if the courts are wanting to test for drugs, how come its taking them almost two years to test for substances? I am led to believe that he was being careless the whole time, due to how much time had gone by as he was my attorney. Another issue that could've helped my case, would have been him looking at all 15 hours of the police body cam, so that he can note that there was no sobriety test given nor was the police asking me questions on my medical history as well. It makes no sense that Mr. Garcia stated that he was still never able to get the footage, when my new attorney had watched 10 out of 15 hours already and was just appointed last month. *Did I mention that when I had asked for a dismissal, that he stated he didn't want to bother the judge? To me when I hear those words that doesn't sound like a lawyer, or at least an aggressive one. Just because you are a court appointed attorney doesn't mean you should shrub off your clients nor not execute as if the client was paying you, because if he had been paid, then my request more than likely would have been filed. I have had past court appointed attorneys who have been heavily on my case, communicating me through the whole process, and making sure I end up scot free, because the charges were nonsense. When I started to communicate to him more, he got more squirmy, dismissive, and unresponsive at times. As in he was rushing me off the phone when I had several questions. So much so that when I had asked for more help, he decided to withdraw from my case as my court appointed attorney. If you chose this career path as a free lawyer, you have to understand customer service, and based on our interaction he has none. There was a point in our phone conversations, that when I was asking him all these legal questions he stated "Did you get a law degree"? I am not sure if that is what he says to all his clients, but no I got a Health science degree from the #1 university in the state of Texas, and because I felt like this entire case is a form of discrimination (non racial), I am disappointed in the fact that this is ongoing, and he did nothing to resolve it. Otherwise I would be leaving a very different review.
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22 Feb, 2019 by Lynn
Due to major medical errors by my orthopedic surgeon, I am now living with the most painful chronic disease known to mankind. Our land/property attorney referred me to Samuel W. Royston to handle a medical malpractice case for me. We received NO communication from him for almost a year, other than through our property attorney. He never followed through with anything and deserves no less then a ZERO star rating. Because of his unprofessional attitude and lack communication, our case lapsed past the time when it was no longer a viable case. When he finally met with us, it was simply to apologize for not doing his job and to inform us that our time to file a suit had passed. Of course we were cognizant that there was a time limit, therefore our experience with Mr. Royston was an exercise in futility from beginning to end. Both my husband and myself would strongly suggest that you look elsewhere for an attorney.
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12 Jan, 2024 by Unknown
*** Warning - Disaster Attorney ***
This is Been The Worst Heartless Disaster Attorney I've Ever Had or Seen!!!
* Doesn't Care for Family's
* Doesn't Care for Kids
* Ignores Phone & Text Messages
* Lies about Utube Advertising
* Takes All of Your Money
* Selfish
* Waste of Time
* Employees are the Same
Please Don't Get This Attorney or UnProffessional Law Wanna Be Firm!!
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02 Jul, 2023 by Anonymous
Totally incompetent as is his daughter. I wouldn’t hire him to count pennies much less represent me in court again. Buyer beware
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18 Apr, 2021 by Anonymous
Roy G. Franco charged my sister 1000.00 to represent me. He sent lawyer George B. Dombart to represent me AFTER I HAD POSTED MY OWN BOND AND ARRANGED MY OWN DEFENSE WHEN I WAS RELEASED. I had never met with either attorney before I had my first court appearance and was shocked when George B. Dombart appeared instead of the public defender that I had previously requested and qualified for. I fired attorney Dombart on the spot and arranged to hire a new attorney who successfully brought in witnesses who testified to my innocence and the charges against me were dismissed and the case was closed. The reason I adamantly declined anyone associated with Mr. Franco is that he has a history of alcohol abuse, and even admitted to the use of illegal drugs. He had harassed me earlier about my religious/faith practices during unsolicited late night phone calls in which his speech was slurred and his temperament was bizarre. He also spread misinformation about me to our family members. Mr. Franco now refuses to take my phone calls, as well as my sister’s. He also refuses to return voice messages left on his answering machine. He has not responded to letters of demand for reimbursement of the 1000.00 that were sent via certified mail. Mr. Dombart, his associate, has behaved the same and my sister and I have filed formal grievance with the State Bar of Texas.
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23 Oct, 2008 by Anonymous
I was reffered to this lawyer back in 2003 when I was in an accident. I was 18 at the time and didn't know any better. I finally settled the case in Feb '08 and to this date Oct '08 my medical bills have yet to be paid off. And in the 5 years I have been dealing with her most of the calls have been initiated by me. Very few if any courtesy update calls.
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23 Jan, 2016 by Hassan matthew kukah
I`d never seen an attorney getting to the court house all smelling alcohol.
More importantly, is his claim of help. Nothing falls free from the Sky.
Finally, he does more damage to poor uneducated immigrants cases than assist their sorry situation, using "Pro-Bono" to lure these unsuspecting already traumatized immigrants is unethical, selfish and inhuman which circumvents the basic principle of fundamental human rights.
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07 Sep, 2019 by Anonymous
Mr. Hernandez was a court appointed attorney for my son in a criminal case. He took many months to even visit my son in jail. He did not file any motions on his behalf for many months. His bedside manner was horrible. He does not return your calls until the day before court. My son spent about a year in jail before the case was settled. My son is now paying the price, in prison.
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10 Jan, 2010 by Anonymous
This lawyer made my divorce a living hell. Lots of misinformation and misrepresentation. Made me question whether she was working for me or the other party. Cost me a furtune and I was very unpleased with the results. Seemed like the other party's lawyer worked for me better than her. Please choose another attorney and save yourself some therapy later.
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16 Oct, 2023 by Amy
This attorney got away with $10,000 of mine which I am currently trying to recoup in a lawsuit. This attorney had no idea what she was doing and was a bad case of ineffective assistance of counsel. She attempted to withdraw from my case in court because she was afraid and had no idea what she was doing and made me look like an idiot. I would not hire this attorney, she promises things she can’t deliver.
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10 Jan, 2017 by Jane
I hired John Serna to help me get visitation with my grandchildren after my son died. Mr. Serna was woefully unprepared for court and it showed as he was often reprimanded by the judge for being unprepared and forgetting courtroom protocol. He did not prepare me for what would happen in court or what kind of questions he would be asking and as a result he upset the judge by leading the witness; this could have been avoided with even a few minutes of preparation. Without my consent or input, Mr. Serna also turned down a deal to spend a few hours with my grandkids as he was convinced he could get more time without investing time on the case. As a result of his unsubstantiated cockiness and lack of research on the law, I received no time with my grandchildren and have not seen them in 4 years. When I asked for my money back due to his lack of preparation, he informed me that he had already given the money to his daughter. I would not recommend John Serna even if you have a simple parking ticket as he'd probably forget to take care of it and you will end up in jail. I would give him zero stars if I could. Please retire, Mr. Serna.
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03 Dec, 2014 by Laura
I hired Pamela Huff myself whenever I needed a trademark many years ago. She is an expert and very personable. She handled my matter efficiently and I was very pleased. I practice family law and tend to be a perfectionist so I am not easy to please, but Pamela's work is of the highest quality.
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12 Mar, 2012 by Anonymous
Is willing to turn and run at the slightest hint of a true court battle. Attorneys are suppose to fight for you even if they are hired to defend you by the State as a public defender. The "I dont get paid to investigate anything" attitude only shows, just plead guilty so I can get paid and go to the next.
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21 Feb, 2013 by Mariposa
She convinced me that I had a case that we could win, which we went to trial with. I now owe her a huge sum of money and lost the case.
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20 Jul, 2017 by Anonymous
He speaks to you like youre beneath him. If you tell him something and he doesnt hear you correctly he'll start screaming at you calling you a liar. He made me feel so uncomfortable and scared to even say anything because i didnt know if he was gonna snap on me or tell me he did not care about what i was telling him. I have never been so mistreated in my life.
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30 Oct, 2012 by Anonymous
He sit on paperwork signed by the judge for the release of my funds..he was to forward this paperwork to the Insurance headquarters office. He told me for 6 months he hasnt heard anything from Superior Health office..and instructed me not to call them cause he said they won't respond to me either.. Well i called the main office they called me right back and said Mr. Taylor never have sent them any paperwork from the judge,,,,I have been going through counseling, having nightmares, in financial stress and he showed no compassion for my family, he kept giving me excuses, everyone in this accident got there settlement except me. He dont return phone calls and when he did, he was not positive about my case that i had already won and that the Judge already signed off on.
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22 Feb, 2022 by Anonymous
Ms. McLaughlin - was wretched she was the worst attorney I have ever encountered, she had her noise to stuck up in the air to pay attention. She was annoying and rude and I would never recommended her to anyone. I'm only sorry I had to give her 1 star because she didn't deserve it.
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19 Jul, 2024 by Anonymous
This attorney is extremely unprofessional, deceptive and dishonest. It will be a matter of time before he gets disbarred so that he can never practice law again. Takes advantage of clients and is a hot head. Probably why he was arrested in 2003 for a road rage incident which resulted of him being sent to jail.
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09 Oct, 2021 by Soraya barragan
Disbarred and suspended attorney and still collecting fees
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16 Sep, 2024 by Valerie
Called him left voicemails didn’t receive call backs, sent text messages , showed message as being read abs never responded to messages sent. If possible, I would share screenshots of messages sent that were ignored.
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04 Aug, 2024 by Charles victor williams
Impersonating a judge May 2010
My name is Charles Victor Williams in May 2010 I witness the assistant of attorney general Nick Cato on the second floor and Bexar County After leaving the Court room in the basement run upstairs and putting on a judges robe and impersonated a judge and made a unfavorable ruling on my child support case he put me in contempt of court and forced me to pay money that was not due… witnesses to include my hired attorney Michael Collins of San Antonio -my ex-Wife’s attorney in Jeffrey Pfeiffer of San Antonio beside/ my ex-wife Florence Julie Harris Clark Williams of San Antonio this type of conspiracy:scam is harsh and harmful and unjustified to families and Military Personnel I was put in prison and not jail….Honorable Nick Catoe…now Judge of Bexar County since 2011 Please turn yourself in. … you are not fit to be on the bench you and I know that my allegations are 100% true!
Justice will prevail!!
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