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09 Sep, 2022 by Melvin hedgepath-shaffer
A very knowledgeable attorney you can trust her with your life
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05 Jan, 2022 by Brandy smith
We have retained Mrs Brassel on several occasions, she diffently knows her way around a court room and shes worth every dollar charges.
She always returns your calls or has her another attorney in the office follow up with you.
Her clients become part of her family, and she put the children's needs first. She is easy to work with, very perfessional and get the job done.
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31 Aug, 2021 by Lj harrison
16 Oct, 2024 by Kay leah (kaypricot)
Rick cleared up so many questions and concerns for me in a compassionate, comprehensive way and I will definitely be utilizing Rick's services if I have anything to file.
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20 May, 2024 by Robert sands
Rick helped me immensely with some desperately needed legal advice when I suddenly found myself dealing with my deceased parents estate. They had little to no estate plan, and I had to learn, and do, a lot in a short period of time.
His advice , and compassionate support, was truly a Godsend.
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20 May, 2024 by Kurt guth
Your willingness to explain and explore topics touching on both of our areas of expertise were admirable. I had a very good professional exchange every time we talked.
That he or she would be in good hands and if they were a mutual client of ours, I'd have confidence that the advice and work would be solid and fully executed.
I've enjoyed our conversations about the legal process itself and about practice management. I hope you find great success in Utah.
The process of settling an estate is always seemingly complex and bespoke to the situation. In addition to dealing with a grieving relative and unhelpful financial institutions, there are due diligence aspects that are just heck to figure out. I never look forward to these situations while knowing they are unavoidable.
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19 May, 2024 by Luke forth
I will leave a honest review not because I feel I was misrepresented or anything but my truth
She is damn good in family court val can be ruthless when needed however don't ask her any questions or she will drop you as a client and leave you with nothing like you found her. Again val is damn Good but 80$ a question with little info given about your case isn't worth your time if you are being alienated by the other parent
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10 May, 2024 by Robin etheridge
Absolutely loved working with Amy Vinton. She handled the Guardianship procedure for our special needs son, and created our living trust that included a special needs trust within it. She’s easy to work with, affordable, and she explains all the “legal speak” so you really understand what’s going on. I highly recommend Vinton Moore.
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23 Apr, 2024 by Laney mcfarland
Amy was my lawyer and got our adoption done fast and was a great experience!
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15 Jan, 2025 by C nightingale
Brian Bina and his team did a great job preparing our trust documents. They communicated very well and were very helpful with answering our questions and acknowledging our remarks as we went through the whole process.
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21 Aug, 2024 by Landon smutz
Didn’t hire them, just came to say they told me day after day they’d get into contact with me and they never did.
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21 Aug, 2024 by Landon smutz
Didn’t even hire them, just came on here to say their communication is horrible. Was told three times someone would give me a call back this day and that day and so on…never happened.
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20 Apr, 2023 by Stacy crow
Megan and her associate Kayla were not only extremely knowledgeable but also compassionate and poured their hearts into our two girl’s cases. Don’t let those pretty faces fool you, these two are bull dogs that give 110% in fighting for justice for children!!!
They took on the DCF establishment which helped us adopt our special needs child with an adoption subsidy that met her needs!! Every child deserves a family!!
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08 Oct, 2018 by Pat
In what was easily the most difficult situation/scenario we could have envisioned as we entered into a contested adoption for our daughter, Megan served as a pillar of strength, hope and most importantly unparalleled legal advice.
She did a fantastic job of balancing the heightened sensitivity and emotion of the situation with the professional, well-organized and meticulous expertise necessary to obtain the desired result (which ultimately culminated with the birth father agreeing to an open adoption half-way through Megan’s deposition).
She was extremely detailed in keeping us apprised of developments as they occurred and used her wealth of experience to provide invaluable insights and recommendations in crafting an initial strategy and modifying/revising her approach based on the evolution of the matter.
We cannot thank her enough for her efforts and would highly encourage anyone in need of representation to utilize Megan and the rest of the team at Martin Pringle.
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09 Jan, 2017 by Anonymous
I endorse Attorney Megan Monsour. Adoption and surrogacy are collaborative processes and frequently involve attorneys licensed in different states. I have worked with Ms. Monsour many times in the last five years and always had excellent experience with her. She is professional and knowledgeable. She has an impeccable reputation and demonstrates commitment to the best legal and ethical practices.
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17 Dec, 2024 by Brandyn pluchino
Professional approach with positive results
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30 Oct, 2024 by Nicole prince
14 Jun, 2024 by Ne’kara carlisle
JUSTICE FOR KOURTNEY
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20 Oct, 2016 by Vanessa
Austin Kent Vincent has helped us through 2 adoptions and almost another adoption. He is very easy to work with, responds quick to text, emails or calls, he has exceptional-high character and does his upmost to stay above board on every aspect of the adoption process. During these two years of working with him we have considered him a friend and would recommend him to anyone.
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19 Oct, 2016 by Leah
I have worked with Kent on several adoptions. Always professional, polite, friendly and so supportive of these girls as they make life-changing decisions.
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18 Oct, 2016 by Sara
Vincent went above and beyond in his service to us. He does excellent work and genuinely cares for his clients. We are so grateful that he was there for our adoption journey.
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09 Nov, 2023 by Danielle
Carol is extremely thorough, knowledgeable, poised, and professional. Her paralegal paid close attention to detail and was always very timely in responses and available to answer questions and coordinate with Carol as needed. Carol, staff, and firm as a whole are very organized, communicative, and helpful. Highly recommend!
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30 Mar, 2021 by Evan
Carol was incredible helping me with my case! We could not be happier with the outcome! She was always hard working and diligent in getting us our needed information and keeping us updated on the status of everything that was going on!
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30 Jan, 2020 by Cynthia
I lost my case I had really bad lawyer he didn't fight for at all just seats there say nothing at, that far. I should of have won or for went far, that case didn't because.it didn't add right to me tho. I seen with other people the same case as me they won there cases. But I wanted to go Court pointed attorney. Through court, mine is Family, custody, immigration custody ect. I think I say every right. I feel that case sad depointed and let my loves ones down. Plz help me for my case ill doing anything for my kids. People some bad chooses have to learn the hard way.
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30 Jan, 2020 by Anonymous
Sarah was able to pick my case up in only 1 day and represent the next. I had just been served papers as defendant for the case taking place in two days. Sarah became very familiar with the case, came prepared to fight, and was able to save us a ridiculous amount of time and money by talking sense into the petitioner about what exactly would happen if they proceeded. 10/10. Hopefully I don’t need her again, but if something happens, she’s my first call.
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17 Jan, 2020 by Anonymous
We have used Steve for several years for our small business, reviewing contracts, advising on corporate and tax issues, as well as to prepare our estate plan, wills and so on. He is responsive and helpful in guiding us through the legal maze.
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27 Nov, 2024 by Jason carley
Really enjoyed working with Alan as our mediator. He remained unbias on all counts and made sure we knew exactly what was going on through every step. Quick to respond and stayed on top of open actions throughout the course of the mediation.
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25 Jul, 2023 by Ty holler
Myndee and Chuck,
Thank you so much for helping us with our case. You were both professional, courteous and honest. You did the job you said you would do in a timely fashion. You truly cared about our famiy and what we were going through. We would not hesitate to recommend Lee Schwalb to anyone needing legal counsel.
Thanks again,
Ty and Paula Holler
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08 Aug, 2022 by Jasmine holloway
Myndee was no less than AMAZING. She helped me with my case quickly and made sure everything was accurate. Myndee was always available for any questions that I had, and I greatly appreciate her professionalism. I would definitely use her again!
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20 Nov, 2024 by Chris m
Anna and Kelly worked hard to help my wife and I on our case. Great communication through it all. Was brutally honest and amazing all around. Highly recommend
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19 Nov, 2024 by Krystal morales
Kelly and Anna are amazing. Won our case. Honest and hard working women. Truly cared. Supportive through the whole way. Highly recommend them.
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12 Nov, 2024 by Juliana phillips
I will always be eternally grateful for Kelly and the work she did for me and my family. If you want attorneys that will champion you until the end, look no further!
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07 Nov, 2024 by Kalen
These people are scamming people out of their money and not doing the services they promised Audra Asher and Tammy Brady took my wife money 750 and never heard from them again and won't answer phone calls. I've already filed complaints with kansas disciplinary administrator's office and other agencies. And there's multiple people that have been scammed out of their money and have lawsuits again Audra Asher and Tammy brady. And Tammy Brady has been impersonating a lawyer and took are money and rip this off. Impersonating a attorney is a Felony!!!
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17 Jul, 2024 by Jonathan wright
30 Apr, 2024 by Tyce bonjorno
Do not make the mistake and hire Audra Asher.🌈She will 100% do an incomplete investigation and steal your money.(FACT). She proposed to suspend my parental rights AND I HAD DONE ABSOLUTELY NOTHING WRONG TO MY CHILDREN. Looks like other MEN gave a 1 ⭐️. I’m Currently preparing a detailed proposal to the Kansas Disciplinary Committee. If Audra wants to propose to have my parental rights suspended for “Whatever reason”, I hope the Kansas Disciplinary Committee suspends her license for incompetence, diligence, and communication. Audra should not be treating fathers in a manner that she treated myself nor my children. Kansas attorney’s MUST follow Ethics and under Rule 226, 1.1, 1.3, and 1.4 she has failed miserably.
Audra Asher knows that..
1. Mother is on welfare and does not have a steady income and is not able to pay attorney fees.
2. I have a successful business in Texas, and able to provide for my children without welfare, and I am able to pay Attorney fees.
Because of this Audra Asher decided not to do what was for “the best interest of the children” and instead take the mother’s side (Even with all of the criminal activity). Because Audra Asher knows that I will continue to fight for the best interest of the children, therefore, Audra thought she could make attorney fees from myself. Audra Asher knows that mother is not able to pay attorney fees. (Let’s take away the father’s rights, Because the father will pay to have his rights restored, Disgusting!)
This is how Audra Asher Looks in a hearing “For the best interest of the children”. Stretched out T-shirt, sitting on a couch. Very unprofessional to say the least. Just a big fish and a small pond.
Audra you owe me a refund!
To be continued….
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31 Aug, 2023 by Austin mitts
He was extremely knowledgeable, professional and helpful.
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08 Aug, 2023 by Jarrell curne
the attorney had 2 meetings with me for a hour each and a hour phone call to a prosecutor, forgets everything i tell him, wrongfully stated some amount should be double, and told me he had not reviewed everything I gave him but that I used 17 hours. The attorney is dishonest and giving me a opinion to do something illegal.
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05 Aug, 2022 by Leo male
13 Dec, 2024 by Akeem payne
Hello, I want to thank my former Attorney named Ms. Rylee Broyles for helping me with my divorce case. Even tho I felt that my entire experience was about me paying more money and if not, she would not represent me. I felt as if she was all about money in order to help me but really didn't care about me nor my situation. But I hung in their throughout the process and she was patience with me and helping me understand steps that I never understood myself. This was my very first time needed to hire a real Attorney but she helped me overall and she made sure that we came out on top. I felt better in the end. I want to sincerely thank Ms. Broyles and her assistant and others that contributed to the case and for us winning. Smile on my face for sure. I would say my experience was worth it and Ms. Broyles is very good at what she does and fight hard to make sure that her client is happy with the results. May God truly bless you for all of your hard work. Thank you all when I needed you the most. For future references, if anyone chooses these Attorneys from this law firm, please have enough money for them to help you, that plays a huge part of it. Not talking bad about none of the Attorneys here but if you want someone that's really good and will fight to the end, I would highly recommend Ms. Broyles for sure.
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06 Dec, 2024 by Tk54 pkm
Julia Craft was very responsive, ethical, and gave appropriate guidance. She was no-nonsense and gave realistic expectations.
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11 Nov, 2024 by Liz faudoa
Keith Edwards, one of the best lawyers out there. Definitely knows what he is doing, & is very dedicated to his job & clients. Gets the job done! Outcome was very good, definitely recommend if anyone is looking for a good lawyer & one who gets it done. Thank you for your hard work & being able to get it done for a family member.
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16 Nov, 2024 by Tonika benson
Working with the Bright Family was an absolute pleasure. They eased every step of the process and helped me navigate it with clarity and confidence. They took the time to explain everything in detail, ensuring I fully understood each aspect. Dee, Christy, Michael, Kimberly, and Mary were all incredibly helpful throughout the entire experience. Their kindness, consideration, and personable approach made what could have been a stressful process feel smooth and manageable. I would definitely recommend their services to anyone seeking a team that truly cares and goes above and beyond to support their clients.
Thank you so much!!
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14 Oct, 2024 by Steven gonzalez
Wow, what an amazing team at Bright Family. Brandon is an amazing person and truly cares. Thank you.
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22 Sep, 2024 by Kyle ray
ATTENTION: DO NOT hire this family law firm! SAVE YOURSELF!
I came here to hire a 'Christian law firm' I did not see a spec of that being the case as I'll explain... it was very misleading. And this really offended me too.
For readers knowledge, I have a very long history of experiences with attorneys in various specialities. (Probably around 20, would have to count)
I have had multiple family law attorneys in the past retained for multiple years, a few of them you can look up my Google reviews, which are both positive as well as the majority of the rest of my reviews. - just to establish credibility to readers reading this because the bright family law firm will certainly try to damage control the horrendous experience I had here. (I now understand their bad reviews!)
I'm a pretty forgiving guy but It was one thing after another but the second I walked in the door I was clearly instantly assumed the 'bad guy' (despite my ex's neverending litigation history that never goes anywhere, aka, it's 99% bologna) Constant negative affirmations.
More specifically was the fear mongering and belittling of me. For example, 'I am a bigger guy and therefore because of my body type I'm scary to the Court.' - they literally told me that!
Their first comments were unbelievably pessimistic, I was going to lose from day one. (You want an attorney that's instantly confident you will win!)
The most baffling thing for me personally that absolutely infuriated me:
When I brought up my 8yo son complaining repeatedly of chest pains for years now after being given an experimental drug that's known to be causing heart problems... what was their immediate initial response?
Munchausen syndrome! - they instantly ASSUMED I was just lying about my son's health problems! Holy cow! They are straight up dangerous! If you have a child with health problems this is not the place to come!
They made me repeatedly feel 2 inches tall. And I think by design. I think their clients are probably getting the same treatment in that they're filled with fear that they're definitely going to lose without them! - truth is, after firing this firm I went to my hearing by myself and represented myself and WON.
The final straw that I finally decided to fire them was after they locked my credit card for trying to repeatedly run my card for ballpark in the thousands of dollars range WITHOUT EVEN HAVING THE COURTESY OF ASKING ME BEFORE RUNNING IT. -out of all the attorneys I've ever had, this is the only firm who did not confirm with me before charging one of my credit cards for thousands of dollars. So unprofessional. WENT TO GO USE MY CREDIT CARD AND IT WAS LOCKED WHEN I REALLY NEEDED IT! - and that's sadly how I had to discover this.
NOW, after all of that, they charged me almost $6000 to file ONE motion response. You know what's funny about that? The opposing party in these matters (the offense) requested reimbursements for her attorney fees of $2300!!! - THE BRIGHT FAMILY LAW FIRM CHARGES ME 2.5X what the opposing party's attorney charged for the same service!!
$6000 for ONE motion response filed!!! That's called THEFT. That's 3X the price I was charged by my former attorneys for the same amount of work in the past. It was so apparent when they were trying to call me everyday just to rack up my bill, I was avoiding answering because the attorney would call me and just completely ramble about things that my former family law attorneys never wasted time doing or trying to bill me for. They seemed to be intentionally wasting my money. "We need to talk about these things for 60 minutes" (could be entirely covered in a 5 minute email, instead I'm charged $680 for a single phone call!) Clearly cookin' the books.
I had planned to post pictures of the 2 invoices but decided I should not.
The 2 bills were:
$2245
&
$5930 !!!
Moral of the story, if you hire these guys you will have an exceptionally poor experience and be charged nearly 3x what other comparable attorneys charge for the same services.
BEWARE- this is all I can do to help you!
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27 Feb, 2024 by Kristen marie
16 Nov, 2023 by Jacque baker
Was told that Jacqueline Ried-Peterson Law was HIGHLY RECOMMENDED TO ME. 👌
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24 Sep, 2023 by Shawna michelle martindale
Hands down the very best attorney on this planet!
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13 Sep, 2024 by Danny
I've paid Mr. Poor over $1800 .
Gave him and his office a $800 retainer before I went into prison for absolutely ludicrous charges that he couldn't get me off of.
During the 19 mts. Of my incarceration, I tried to call him several times for help, his office, and his cell phone. Never an answer. I desperately needed my family's contact information. I was totally alone in that miserable place. Without anyone to speak to. I was stabbed three times and jumped several times. It was brutal. My representative was not totally to blame if I was not addicted to substance, I could have represented myself with no lawyer and beat the ridiculous charges that Newton Ks threw against the wall, instead of "hope", the indeed stuck..
Towards the end of my ridiculous sentences. I was finally able to get in contact with my beloved Sister in-law, I had her reach out to this office, and these unprofessional people told her that Mr. Scott Poor was a court appointed attorney for a or one case of mine in 2023!
I went into this office 200 w Douglas suite 600. Begging for help! I paid 1800 of my 💰 to get justice for the ridiculous charges that Harvey County has convicted me! He was "NEVER " appointed by the courts!
1800 is nothing to these guys, but I'm on total Disability for a broken neck. That is a month of wages for me.
I've been trying to reach the office trying to get a refund, but they won't return my call.
Save your energy, and you're hard-earned money.. nothing but a totally wasted time.. in my case.... 2 years in prison!!! Go down the road and obtain a better attorney. I want my money back.
Justice is a Virtue.. anything other than this should be considered a crime.
Daniel Philip Hogan....God bless
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13 Sep, 2024 by Kyle beavers
I dealt with Rebecca with most of my experience and people don't understand that "your lawyer" has a life to. We both suffered from tragic loses at the time and her and her team did an outstanding job. I would recommend them every time!
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16 Aug, 2024 by Mark
My wife decided to divorce me after 35 years of marriage. I was very concerned about what this would do to my financial future, and especially being late in my career, my future retirement. I had heard many horror stories about how the laws in Kansas favor the female in a divorce. Only having very limited experience with lawyers, I decided to treat my lawyer selection like an interview process. I scheduled meetings with 2 lawyers to get started. Prior to my meeting with the lawyers, I reviewed all of my divorce papers in great detail. I identified several significant concerns with the terms that my ex’s legal counsel created. My first lawyer meeting was with Desiree Smith.
When I met with Desiree, my first question was about how she was going to represent me. Was I just a lost cause, because I was a male, or was she going to fight for everything she could get for me to protect my future retirement? She reassured me that she was working for me, and she would be doing everything she could for me. She asked me several general questions to understand our financial situation, and then laid out the typical scenarios that could happen in my situation. That immediately set me at ease, knowing that my financial future was not ruined, and that I had a path forward. She then reviewed the terms in the divorce papers. Within only 3-4 minutes of review, and without my assistance, she identified every concern I had about their terms, and a couple more that I hadn’t noticed. At that point, I knew I had found the right person to represent me, and I didn't need to meet with the next lawyer.
Throughout the rest of the divorce process, Desiree’s experience and knowledge showed in every conversation we had. She could quickly discuss detail, easily recall detail from previous meetings, easily answer questions, and was able to help me think through strategies for moving forward. Every meeting I had with her was very productive.
In the end, Desiree helped get a great settlement for me, and we did it without going to court. I got a far better settlement than I ever thought possible in the beginning, and I feel like I probably got a better settlement that most divorced men. Desiree was a very big part of making that happen. I can’t say enough about her knowledge, and how she could explain legal concepts in ways easy for me to understand. Desiree was very easy to work with. I would highly recommend Desiree to help anyone through their family legal needs!
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14 Dec, 2024 by Robert sawyer
This firm of lawyers is excellent. They do an incredible job for the fees they charge. I am absolutely satisfied with the way my DWI turned out and overjoyed with the way my administrative hearing was handled. Thank You
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13 Dec, 2024 by John holmes
This man is a loser as I told him when I walked out and had to hire someone else. Unanswered emails, phone calls, then had to stop by his office daily until I found him there without a locked door and lights out during normal business hours. He cost me 9 months of my life and thousands of dollars. He offered a refund due to his mistakes
and then renigged when I hired other council. Beware!!!
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23 Nov, 2024 by Zaylee green (zgreen)
Very professional and informed me of what was needed and when, always got answers back in a timely manner. If ever I need legal services again, this will be my first stop.
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29 Mar, 2024 by Stephanie lee
I originally lived in Kansas when my child custody case was created and I have since moved to North Carolina. There were some issues that arose with my daughter and I had to then find a lawyer that can practice in Kansas but would be willing to work with me via zoom. I was a little nervous about hiring an attorney without sitting down face to face and discussing my case.
I called and spoke with his staff to complete my intake paperwork and those ladies were so kind and caring and then after my Zoom call with Tony, I knew that I had found the right person to represent my daughter and I.
Tony is so kind and professional and he truly listens and cares. He was very patient with me during this process and always quick to respond to emails, phone calls, etc. He will fight for you and advocate for you, all the while keeping a positive attitude.
I will continue to use Tony and his staff with any future family law needs.
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26 Sep, 2023 by Sydney rickman
I first worked with Tony several years ago regarding a family law matter. I knew he was gold then and was so grateful he took me on as a client.
More recently, through a series of sad and unusual events, I became the administrator of my ex’s (and father of my child) estate, largely due to some ongoing litigation he had prior to passing.
Tony was my first call when that roller coaster started because I trusted him and knew I would need some help navigating. Through it, I worked with three other sets of attorneys I did not hire.
I can emphatically say Tony is hands down my favorite attorney. Tony has been the only attorney that I worked with that keeps at the forefront that clients are generally not attorneys and that all the not knowing through the legal process is really hard on them. Because the estate had so many moving parts, and I subsequently had a lot of questions, I got to find out how many ways Tony aims at efficiency AND keeping clients informed.
One set of attorneys was particularly awful, and I’m grateful Tony took the brunt of that so that part could get wrapped up sooner than it would have otherwise. The other two were more on the “average” side, but getting information from them was so difficult at times. The one I had the longest working relationship with also does family law, which makes me all the more emphatic in my recommendation of Tony.
He will actually listen to you. He handles the majority of his correspondence and will get back to you in a *very* timely matter, even with a busy caseload. His office staff are absolutely stellar. He really knows the law. (After my first call for the family law matter, as well as what turned into the estate, he quickly ascertained [with little information from me] what was going on and what was likely coming and gave me a spot on summary BOTH times.) Both cases had a moment of needing a strategic move, and what he arrived at was utterly brilliant, both times. He gives excellent counsel. I’ve never felt like I was just another day at the office/paycheck to him. That’s hard to do in any line of work, but especially in one that has so much routine in the day-to-day coupled with clients who are probably having a lot of rough days in a row. His billing is extremely fair, especially given he will not be wasting his time or yours and he will spare you SO MANY headaches because of how he keeps you informed and handles things as a whole. Tony somehow manages to move towards an efficient and fair resolution without getting mired in all the dramatic back and forth it’s easy to get into in a family law situation while still treating you like a person. And he does it all with the utmost integrity. He is the only attorney I’ve worked with that I would hire again (and with a swiftness). What an absolute godsend he’s been!
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18 Sep, 2023 by Corrie potter
16 Dec, 2024 by Austin tiffany
Stange law firm provided a very professional and confident environment to navigate the legal matters I was facing. I was assigned to attorney Aaron Bruns who represented me very well and offered good advice for the decisions I had to make. I highly recommend their services.
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07 Oct, 2024 by Joseph bristol
30 Apr, 2024 by Anne celeste
I had a lawyer representing my case for the last two or so months, he has done absolutely nothing for me. Then he emailed me out of the blue saying “he didn’t work for that law firm anymore, that they would assign me a new lawyer.” It has been almost three weeks since then, and I have yet to hear from my new lawyer. They keep taking my money though!!! I have payed this law firm so much money, and have had no help. They asked for a hard drive of all the videos/evidence, that I had, I payed $80 for that hard drive, turned it in, and I got an email almost instantly saying they couldn’t open it. I asked why, what was the problem, and have heard nothing back. I have called my new lawyers office multiple times now, always having to leave a message. I have yet to get a email, call, or text back. This is absolutely outrageous, I am 22yrs old and a single mother. I don’t have money to keep paying this law firm, to do nothing for me. I am so disappointed, I don’t know how anyone has had a good experience with them.
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13 Jan, 2025 by Aaron north
My family waited two and a half years for a conciliation report. The lawyer assigned to the case, stopped communicating with us entirely in November of 2022. When she finally communicated she dismissed everything saying oh I had three funerals and a long illness. When we received the report in December, it was absolutely the worst thing ever written. Facts about both families were either wrong or assigned to the wrong person. My Dad DIED, he didn't leave. The holiday schedule was completely messed up, something that we had told her she had wrong in 2022. Both parents asked for a change in a day from Wednesday to Thursday and she completely didn't address it. Her research was incomplete on subjects she brought up in the report. You know when a big deadline is 24 hrs away and you start it the night before? That's how this report is written. Should you ever be assigned Stacy Ortega, God help you. You are about to experience a train wreck you have never seen before. Did the report go "my way?" No but honestly that is completely irrelevant, she clearly showed she had no business making decisions for my family.
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15 Feb, 2024 by Bobbie
11 Feb, 2024 by Serle mcneil
13 Sep, 2024 by Danny
I've paid Mr. Poor over $1800 .
Gave him and his office a $800 retainer before I went into prison for absolutely ludicrous charges that he couldn't get me off of.
During the 19 mts. Of my incarceration, I tried to call him several times for help, his office, and his cell phone. Never an answer. I desperately needed my family's contact information. I was totally alone in that miserable place. Without anyone to speak to. I was stabbed three times and jumped several times. It was brutal. My representative was not totally to blame if I was not addicted to substance, I could have represented myself with no lawyer and beat the ridiculous charges that Newton Ks threw against the wall, instead of "hope", the indeed stuck..
Towards the end of my ridiculous sentences. I was finally able to get in contact with my beloved Sister in-law, I had her reach out to this office, and these unprofessional people told her that Mr. Scott Poor was a court appointed attorney for a or one case of mine in 2023!
I went into this office 200 w Douglas suite 600. Begging for help! I paid 1800 of my 💰 to get justice for the ridiculous charges that Harvey County has convicted me! He was "NEVER " appointed by the courts!
1800 is nothing to these guys, but I'm on total Disability for a broken neck. That is a month of wages for me.
I've been trying to reach the office trying to get a refund, but they won't return my call.
Save your energy, and you're hard-earned money.. nothing but a totally wasted time.. in my case.... 2 years in prison!!! Go down the road and obtain a better attorney. I want my money back.
Justice is a Virtue.. anything other than this should be considered a crime.
Daniel Philip Hogan....God bless
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13 Sep, 2024 by Kyle beavers
I dealt with Rebecca with most of my experience and people don't understand that "your lawyer" has a life to. We both suffered from tragic loses at the time and her and her team did an outstanding job. I would recommend them every time!
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16 Aug, 2024 by Mark
My wife decided to divorce me after 35 years of marriage. I was very concerned about what this would do to my financial future, and especially being late in my career, my future retirement. I had heard many horror stories about how the laws in Kansas favor the female in a divorce. Only having very limited experience with lawyers, I decided to treat my lawyer selection like an interview process. I scheduled meetings with 2 lawyers to get started. Prior to my meeting with the lawyers, I reviewed all of my divorce papers in great detail. I identified several significant concerns with the terms that my ex’s legal counsel created. My first lawyer meeting was with Desiree Smith.
When I met with Desiree, my first question was about how she was going to represent me. Was I just a lost cause, because I was a male, or was she going to fight for everything she could get for me to protect my future retirement? She reassured me that she was working for me, and she would be doing everything she could for me. She asked me several general questions to understand our financial situation, and then laid out the typical scenarios that could happen in my situation. That immediately set me at ease, knowing that my financial future was not ruined, and that I had a path forward. She then reviewed the terms in the divorce papers. Within only 3-4 minutes of review, and without my assistance, she identified every concern I had about their terms, and a couple more that I hadn’t noticed. At that point, I knew I had found the right person to represent me, and I didn't need to meet with the next lawyer.
Throughout the rest of the divorce process, Desiree’s experience and knowledge showed in every conversation we had. She could quickly discuss detail, easily recall detail from previous meetings, easily answer questions, and was able to help me think through strategies for moving forward. Every meeting I had with her was very productive.
In the end, Desiree helped get a great settlement for me, and we did it without going to court. I got a far better settlement than I ever thought possible in the beginning, and I feel like I probably got a better settlement that most divorced men. Desiree was a very big part of making that happen. I can’t say enough about her knowledge, and how she could explain legal concepts in ways easy for me to understand. Desiree was very easy to work with. I would highly recommend Desiree to help anyone through their family legal needs!
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22 Nov, 2024 by Phanon gilbert
25 Sep, 2024 by Brett pitts
Great lawyer's get the job done fast ....
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13 Sep, 2024 by Jacquie mccunn
This law firm I would not recommend to anyone !!!!! I was in the hospital for months after having abdominal surgery ,
In which I was referred to Parmele for consultation and possible representation . I agreed to allow them access to my medical files for review to determine further action . In the interim and prior to surgery was working with disability help
Group to establish a case for benefits . Adam neidenberg was my attorney with disability help group . Parmele law firm attached themselves to my disability case and have asked for a percentage , after doing nothing ! They reviewed my case for medical negligence and declined to represent , but are holding to a percentage of establishing my disability case and it’s criminal at best ! Do NOT use them for anything ! The service from the very start was awful. I literally talked with the paralegal Ashley. So many times indicating you DONT represent me ,
But my signature to release my records was used to indicate some connection to receive payment to the point it is holding up my disability payout ! My true attorney felt so bad the with drew their request for payment ! Awful business
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23 Jan, 2025 by Camille b
I had a very peculiar immigration case. Attorney Beuke and his team were able to sort it all out and help me get my green card! He was a lot of help during my interview as well. I would totally recommend his office for any immigration issues!
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05 Dec, 2024 by Maranda rogers
I was unable to hire this law firm due to a conflict of interest. He has been extremely helpful and has been the only firm to point me in the right direction and I could tell he is very knowledgeable and cares! I appreciate the help he was able to lend!
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22 Nov, 2024 by Jim white
22 Nov, 2024 by Phanon gilbert
25 Sep, 2024 by Brett pitts
Great lawyer's get the job done fast ....
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13 Sep, 2024 by Jacquie mccunn
This law firm I would not recommend to anyone !!!!! I was in the hospital for months after having abdominal surgery ,
In which I was referred to Parmele for consultation and possible representation . I agreed to allow them access to my medical files for review to determine further action . In the interim and prior to surgery was working with disability help
Group to establish a case for benefits . Adam neidenberg was my attorney with disability help group . Parmele law firm attached themselves to my disability case and have asked for a percentage , after doing nothing ! They reviewed my case for medical negligence and declined to represent , but are holding to a percentage of establishing my disability case and it’s criminal at best ! Do NOT use them for anything ! The service from the very start was awful. I literally talked with the paralegal Ashley. So many times indicating you DONT represent me ,
But my signature to release my records was used to indicate some connection to receive payment to the point it is holding up my disability payout ! My true attorney felt so bad the with drew their request for payment ! Awful business
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20 Jan, 2025 by Robert merritt
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08 Jun, 2023 by Andru abbott
Friendly help and very respectful
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14 Dec, 2024 by Josh m
I've used Stevens and Brand for years. Most recently for a divorce. Please listen when i say- GET THERE BEFORE YOUR SOON TO BE EX DOES! Amy Durkin did a great job! I was always sure that she was working in the best interest of the Kids and I, as well as getting the property settlement done IN OUR FAVOR!
When it comes to an attorney, you will get what you pay for. Here is where the pros live!
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06 Dec, 2024 by Lj leatherman
Absolutely the best team out there. Leslie Miller and her team held my hand and proved great advise to keep me sane during the toughest of times. If you need great legal help, call Leslie.
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04 Dec, 2024 by Jenna hopkins
Am a current customer of Amy Durkin and I couldn’t recommend her enough. She handled my difficult divorce with skill. She was extremely prepared and diligent with her work. I couldn’t be happier with my services.
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29 Oct, 2024 by Tina berry
Ok .SOOO I've been burnt by the others all of them...the court appointed attorneys forced upon me have all failed miserably...this man seems very skilled in his area of law..SO I WILL HOPE FOR THE BEST IN MY APPEAL TO THE DISHONORABLE JUDGE SLOAN..p.s...i call back all my powers and please spread love not hate
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15 Oct, 2024 by Xander xan
These reviews and score are completely fake. Somehow he managed to get all negative reviews removed and hide his theft from his clients.
Robbed me of 3k
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11 Oct, 2024 by Iii jui
Well MY RIGHTS BETTER NOT GET VIOLATED..AND I WANT MY CHILD RETURNED..IF YA LIKE MONEY WELL KVC LAWYER ALREADY REQUESTED INFO ON DAMAGES..SO SOUNDS LIKE THIS GUY MIGHT HELP . PLEASE DONT DO A THAT GUY WHO DIED...OR THE ONES WHO HELPED THE COURT AND WHOEVER HOLD MY CHILD HOSTAGE...CURSE ALL U ...SORRY SAD SOULS...YOUR WAYS ARE NOT CORRECT...AND MY CHILD IS SUFFERING
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24 Apr, 2024 by Steven finell
Avoid this attorney! Just another "shopping center" attorney. She lied to me more than twice. She misrepresented my position and failed to act as she said she would. She did not have my approval to agree to specific terms and the orders she prepared were loaded with errors causing additional conflict in an already high-conflict environment. Ultimately, she wound up professing her blossoming love for opposing counsel and shared confidential information with him. This one will waste your money and create more aggravation than any divorce is worth.
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05 Apr, 2024 by Steve
Lindsee Acton speaks from both sides of her mouth. Her advice was horrible and she often contradicted bad advice with different bad advice. In the end, I fired her after she exclaimed in a hearing how much she loved opposing counsel. The orders she prepared were inaccurate, using "and" when "or" should have been used. Sloppy work. Too busy. She seemed to forget who her client was. I hired her to eliminate the drama while every step she took only created unbearable additional drama. I decided I couldn't afford to pay for her mistakes and lack of concern for my family's outcomes.
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What an Adoption Lawyer Can Do for You
An adoption lawyer specializes in navigating the legal complexities of the adoption process, ensuring that the rights of all parties involved - the adoptive parents, birth parents, and the child - are protected. They assist families through the different types of adoption, such as domestic, international, foster care, stepparent, and private adoptions. Adoption lawyers ensure that the adoption process complies with state, federal, and international laws, and handle any legal issues that may arise during the process, such as terminating parental rights, conducting home studies, and finalizing the adoption.
If you're looking to adopt or if you're a birth parent considering placing your child for adoption, an adoption lawyer can guide you through the legal requirements and ensure the process goes smoothly.
When Should I Hire an Adoption Lawyer?
You should consider hiring an adoption lawyer in the following situations:
- Private or independent adoption: If you’re adopting a child directly from the birth parents without the involvement of an adoption agency, a lawyer is essential to draft and review all legal documents, including consent forms and parental rights termination agreements.
- Foster care adoption: If you’re adopting a child from foster care, a lawyer can help navigate the legal process, ensure the child’s eligibility for adoption, and represent you in court to finalize the adoption.
- Stepparent or relative adoption: If you’re adopting a stepchild or a relative, a lawyer can assist in terminating the parental rights of the biological parent and ensure the adoption is completed legally and efficiently.
- International adoption: International adoptions are complex, involving multiple layers of laws from the U.S. and the child’s birth country. A lawyer can help navigate immigration requirements and ensure compliance with international treaties like the Hague Convention.
- Contested adoptions: If a birth parent changes their mind about the adoption or there is a dispute over parental rights, a lawyer can represent you in court and ensure that the adoption proceeds legally.
- Adoption for same-sex couples: If you're a same-sex couple looking to adopt, a lawyer can help ensure that your adoption complies with state laws and that both parents have equal legal rights to the child.
- Birth parent representation: If you’re a birth parent considering adoption, a lawyer can ensure that your rights are protected, help you understand the legal implications of terminating parental rights, and ensure that your decision is legally sound.
Hiring a lawyer early in the process can help avoid legal complications and ensure that the adoption is legally finalized as smoothly as possible.
What Does an Adoption Lawyer Do?
An adoption lawyer provides a variety of legal services, ensuring that the adoption process is completed in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. Their responsibilities often include:
- Filing legal paperwork: Adoption lawyers handle all the necessary paperwork, including petitions to terminate parental rights, consent forms, and final adoption decrees. They ensure that the adoption is in line with state, federal, and international laws.
- Conducting home studies: Some adoptions require a home study to evaluate the prospective adoptive family. While a social worker usually conducts the study, a lawyer can ensure that the process complies with legal requirements and that the report is submitted correctly.
- Terminating parental rights: Lawyers assist in terminating the legal rights of the biological parents, either voluntarily through signed consent or involuntarily through court proceedings if necessary.
- Representing clients in court: Adoption lawyers represent adoptive parents, birth parents, or other parties in court hearings to finalize the adoption or resolve disputes.
- Navigating international adoption laws: For international adoptions, a lawyer helps ensure that all legal requirements, both in the U.S. and the child’s home country, are met, including securing the child’s visa and citizenship.
- Providing legal advice: Adoption lawyers guide clients through each step of the adoption process, advising them on their rights and obligations, as well as any potential legal issues that may arise.
- Drafting post-adoption agreements: In some cases, especially open adoptions, a lawyer can help draft post-adoption agreements that specify the level of contact between the adoptive and birth parents.
How Are Adoption Lawyers Paid?
Adoption lawyers typically charge for their services based on the complexity of the adoption and the time involved. Common payment structures include:
- Flat fee: Many adoption lawyers charge a flat fee for handling the entire adoption process. This is common for straightforward adoptions, such as stepparent or foster care adoptions, where the legal work is relatively predictable.
- Hourly rate: For more complex adoptions, such as contested or international adoptions, some lawyers charge by the hour, with rates typically ranging from $200 to $500 or more, depending on the lawyer’s experience and location.
- Retainer: In cases where the adoption process may take longer or involve more legal work (e.g., termination of parental rights or court disputes), a lawyer may require a retainer, which is an upfront payment that is billed against as the lawyer works on the case.
It’s important to discuss fees with your lawyer upfront, so you understand the total cost of the adoption and any additional expenses that may arise during the process.
How Much Does an Adoption Lawyer Cost?
The cost of hiring an adoption lawyer depends on the type of adoption and the complexity of the case. General cost estimates include:
- Stepparent or relative adoption: Legal fees for these types of adoptions typically range from $1,500 to $5,000, depending on whether the adoption is contested or requires a court hearing.
- Domestic private adoption: The legal fees for a private adoption usually range from $5,000 to $10,000, including drafting documents, terminating parental rights, and finalizing the adoption in court.
- International adoption: International adoptions are generally more expensive, with legal fees ranging from $7,000 to $15,000 or more, depending on the complexity of the adoption and the child’s country of origin.
- Contested adoption: If the adoption is contested and involves court disputes, legal fees may range from $10,000 to $20,000 or more, depending on the length and complexity of the court proceedings.
In addition to lawyer fees, adoptive parents should also be aware of additional costs such as court filing fees, home study fees, and travel expenses (for international adoptions).
Top Questions to Ask an Adoption Lawyer
Before hiring an adoption lawyer, it’s important to ask key questions to ensure they have the experience and knowledge to handle your case effectively. Key questions to ask include:
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What experience do you have with adoptions?
Ensure the lawyer has experience with the specific type of adoption you’re pursuing, whether it’s domestic, international, foster care, or stepparent adoption. -
How do you charge for your services?
Clarify whether the lawyer charges a flat fee or hourly rate and ask for a detailed breakdown of the costs involved in your adoption. -
What are the legal requirements for my adoption?
Ask the lawyer to explain the legal steps involved in your adoption and any specific requirements that may apply to your case, such as home studies or parental consent. -
How long will the adoption process take?
Adoption timelines can vary depending on the type of adoption, so ask the lawyer for an estimate of how long the process will take, including any potential delays. -
What are the common challenges in adoption cases?
Ask about any potential legal challenges that could arise during the adoption process and how the lawyer plans to address them. -
Will I need to go to court?
Depending on the adoption, you may need to attend court hearings. Ask the lawyer whether your presence will be required and what to expect during these hearings. -
Can you help with post-adoption issues?
Ask the lawyer if they can assist with any post-adoption issues, such as obtaining the child’s birth certificate, finalizing the child’s U.S. citizenship (for international adoptions), or drafting post-adoption contact agreements.
How to Check the Credibility of an Adoption Lawyer
To ensure you are hiring a reputable adoption lawyer, take the following steps to verify their credentials and experience:
- Verify their bar status: Check with your state bar association to confirm that the lawyer is licensed to practice law and has no disciplinary actions on their record.
- Look for adoption experience: Review the lawyer’s website or professional profile to ensure they specialize in adoption law and have experience handling cases similar to yours.
- Read client reviews and testimonials: Look for client reviews on platforms like Avvo, Martindale-Hubbell, or Google to see what previous clients have said about their experience with the lawyer.
- Ask for references: A reputable lawyer should be able to provide references from past clients who have worked with them on adoption cases.
- Check for memberships in relevant organizations: Look for lawyers who are members of adoption-focused organizations like the American Academy of Adoption Attorneys (AAAA), which can indicate their expertise in this field.
What Should I Prepare for My First Consultation?
To make the most of your first consultation with an adoption lawyer, it’s important to come prepared with relevant documents and information. Here’s what you should bring:
- Information about the child and birth parents: Provide any available information about the child you’re adopting (e.g., age, country of origin, current living situation) and the birth parents, if applicable.
- Adoption preferences: Be clear about the type of adoption you’re pursuing - whether it’s domestic, international, foster care, stepparent, or private - and discuss any preferences you have regarding the child’s age, background, or special needs.
- Legal documents (if applicable): If you’ve already begun the adoption process or have signed any agreements, bring copies of all relevant legal documents, such as consent forms or agency agreements.
- Questions about the adoption process: Prepare a list of questions about the legal steps involved in your adoption, potential timelines, and any concerns you may have about the process.
- Financial considerations: Be ready to discuss your budget for legal fees and any additional costs, such as home studies, court fees, and travel expenses (for international adoptions).
By preparing thoroughly for your consultation, you can help the lawyer assess your situation more effectively and provide the best possible legal advice for your adoption journey.
