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02 Mar, 2021 by Robert
Over the last 20 years, I have worked with Mike Troy at two different firms. Mike is one of the most personable, easy-going lawyers I have ever known. He is also a skilled legal tactician. While he has a bustling family law practice, he is also an excellent business lawyer. Without reservation, I recommend Mike if your small business needs commercial counsel.
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06 May, 2018 by Kip
I highly recommend Mr. Troy as your attorney. He was always prompt in returning my messages, always timely and informed in responding to my legal questions and concerns, and always professional. He's a skillful attorney; thanks to his representation, I got the ruling I desired. If you need a divorce attorney, Michael Troy is the lawyer for you!
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16 Jun, 2017 by Anonymous
Mike made sure that I did not feel like one of his many clients. I was preparing for my upcoming divorce and custody trial when my attorney fell sick and could not represent me anymore. Of course, I was frantic and had to find an attorney to learn about my case ASAP. Luckily, a friend recommended Mike Troy and I am glad she did. Mike was able to pick up my case as if he had been my attorney the whole time. He made me feel calm. After meeting him I did not doubt that he could handle my case. He advocated for me and I was able to obtain what I wanted, which was primary physical custody of my twin daughters and legal custody with me as an ultimate decision maker. Mike was an absolute blessing and stood firm in the hell storm that was my case. I would recommend him to anybody.
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06 Nov, 2019 by Anonymous
I retained Jennifer after realizing that I needed to change divorce lawyers at a critical stage in my divorce proceedings. In our initial consult she was impartial and even offered advice and to ways that I might try to keep working with my current lawyer to prevent delays. Once engaged she rapidly got up to speed and was always quick to respond to my questions and was open to my feedback. Jennifer and the rest of her team gently guided me through a painful and often frustrating process, ensuring that my financial well-being was secured while avoiding a court process. She is well versed in spousal equity issues in federal retirement and health insurance systems and ensured that required documentation was prepared.
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06 Aug, 2019 by Anonymous
After over 35 years of marriage having retired from the practice of law to devote my life to my family, I was in need of legal representation to respond to my husband's demand for a divorce.
Jennifer Davison and the law firm of Feldesman Tucker provided me with exceptional legal advice ensuring that my future and financial resources were protected. Jennifer was very knowledgeable, patient, and was always available to me when I needed her advice, support and counsel. Finally, Jennifer and the firm achieved the best possible results through negotiation with opposing counsel.
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29 Jul, 2019 by Katelin
Jennifer is a remarkable attorney with in-depth knowledge of family law issues. I, personally, went through a terrible divorce, and Jennifer walked me through each step and helped me understand the law and what my rights were in terms of custody, alimony, and child support. In addition to her incredible wealth of knowledge and experience in family law, she also had an invaluable friendly manner. She takes time to listen and understand. She responds with efficacy and true care - a rare and priceless trait.
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07 Dec, 2016 by Chris allen
I'm thankful for the service and dedication that Ms. Orlow provided, not just the practice of law, but also her compassion for the well being of us as her clients. She is was very professional and well versed in the law. I would definitely recommend her services.
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14 Mar, 2014 by Anonymous
Mrs. Orlow is a very good attorney. .And has helped me out alot with my adoption/issues that I had with my case. I highly recommend Mrs. Orlow to anyone who needs an attorney for custody issues or for Adoptions. I used her 18 years ago and she still remembered after all those years. .
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18 Oct, 2009 by Anonymous
I used this lawyer for my custody case 2 years ago. She still helps me with issues that arise. Her fees are reasonable and she does a good job. I felt like she was able to pry me off the ceiling a few times but she listened to me and felt like she was really on my side. As an added bonus, she was able to work with the other lawyer which saved me money.
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29 Aug, 2020 by Helene
Virginia Kling is the lawyer you want on your side for any complex, difficult, divorce case. She is incredibly thorough, thoughtful, and detailed. She knows family law inside out and creatively comes up with precedents that can be applied to the case and help move negotiations forward. Her listening skills are matched only by her patience -- she will really try to take in and address all your concerns, and work in tandem with other skilled professionals when necessary (e.g. forensic accounting expert). Meetings whether in person or over the phone are conducted efficiently, well prepared, and I love that Virginia is always easily accessible for any question or follow-up, and turns things and documents around in record time. She drafts exceedingly well, and I felt she was my advocate at every step and kept my goal (to achieve a fair, balanced, settlement with adequate safeguards for my children's custody) first and foremost throughout the protracted, long, and difficult negotiations. I highly recommend her services to anyone looking for a tough, yet open, balanced, and highly personable, divorce attorney.
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28 Nov, 2018 by Erin
Virginia was not only an excellent lawyer, but truly cared about my case. She was extremely detail oriented and took time to learn the specifics of my case. She produced several written briefs for my case, and even other lawyers spoke highly of how well they were prepared. It was an incredibly challenging time, but having a lawyer as capable and as caring as Virginia made such a huge positive difference!
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17 Apr, 2016 by Anonymous
One of the best attorneys I had the pleasure of working with. Karen Shinskie advised me on my child custody agreement. The end result was a well-thought-out document that would actually work in the real world, as opposed to something that just looks good on paper. Ms. Shinskie was patient, kind, thoughtful, creative, open minded, reasonable, realistic, efficient, and effective – everything you would want in a family law attorney. She helped me to see the situation from various perspectives and advised how the various legal stipulations would play out in my day-to-day life, which helped me make informed decisions regarding my children. Ms. Shinskie knows how to get to the crux of the matter thus saving you lots of time and money. This is a person you want on your side when you are going through a difficult time.
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11 Mar, 2016 by Aj
Karen was exactly who I needed as I struggled through my divorce, custody, support and all the questions that come with it. She did exhaustive research for all of my questions and it is very clear that her past experience in the courtroom as a prosecutor makes her someone you want on your side if it gets to that point! She has a way of asking questions that gets to the bottom of what you are trying to do. I was extremely satisfied with the outcome she was able to get me to.
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22 Feb, 2018 by Anonymous
I had a consultation with Ben regarding my divorce and child custody/support. Ben was knowledgeable and honest while explaining the process to me. He gave clear advice and I felt much more settled about my next steps.
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12 Nov, 2017 by Patricia
The time I spent with Ben was so extremely helpful. I appreciated his honesty, integrity and professionalism. He managed a tough and emotionally laden situation with sensitivity and was able to keep me focused in order to conduct a thorough and highly productive consultation. Invaluable to me.
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07 Oct, 2013 by Anonymous
Although I had worked with five attorneys prior to working with Mr. Guiterman, I never had an advocate until I hired him. Mr. Guiterman is not only knowledgeable about family law, he is a no-nonsense aggressive attorney that will do everything he can to help you. He has the courage to tell you when you are not on the right side of an issue and the skill to find the opposition’s weakness. He comes prepared to litigate, if necessary, and to give you the strongest hand in negotiation. While other attorneys seemed to be concentrate in creating billable hours, he focused on helping me efficiently and effectively as possible. Frankly, I do not know what I would have done without his assistance. I highly recommend him for custody and father rights issues.
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24 Jul, 2016 by Anonymous
Rebekah has counseled me in a complex, high-conflict custody case with dedication, professionalism, and consistently sound guidance. Her cool head under pressure and in crisis situations has been invaluable, as has her understanding of the dynamics of domestic violence. I have been impressed with the strength of her many advocacy skills -- in my case, Rebekah has been an efficient and clear drafter, a perceptive negotiator, and a thorough and tenacious litigator. The outcome has been successful in every court proceeding in which she has represented me, including a full trial. Rebekah is very responsive and is also accessible on a personal level. She brings to her practice a warmth that makes it easy to discuss with her family matters close to the heart. She has both a tremendous work ethic and a caring spirit. Highly recommended.
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20 Jan, 2020 by Jon
Lori is an excellent attorney. I live 4 hours away from DC and not familiar with the civil court system in DC. Lori guided me through a motion filed against me for a reasonable price and without having to travel. We communicated on the phone and email until the morning I had to appear in court. She was very quick to respond to all of my questions (and I had tons of questions). She was well prepared for court and had the motion dismissed at the hearing level. My case was dismissed early on and I am very confident in her. I would definitely hire again or recommend her.
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22 May, 2017 by Marcus johnson
12 Apr, 2016 by Russ
I retained Mr. Anders to review a prenup agreement between my fiance and I. He was very knowledgeable and professional throughout the entire process. Gave me thoughtful and pertinent advice in a way that I could understand and relate to. Would definitely recommend!
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17 Jun, 2019 by William
Working with Mr. Stein has been an amazing experience! I hired him to represent my family in a very contentious child custody case and he met EVERY one of my expectations. His thoroughness and professionalism are unmatched in the court room and his experience with the legal system are always on display! I would highly recommend Mr. Stein to ANYONE with legal matters that seem too tough to tackle. He’s very thoughtful and deliberate in explaining legal matters which will instill confidence and calmness in any client he represent. I can not thank Mr. Stein enough for all that he has done for my family and myself.
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23 May, 2024 by Sandra gebhardt
Leah is extremely knowledgeable, open-minded, and an effective communicator. From start to finish, I never questioned that I had the best possible representation in my cross-jurisdictional child support case.
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11 Aug, 2023 by Diana maria serna peralta
Excelente firma de abogados. Me vi en la necesidad de interponer un caso ante la corte de la Florida por la retención ilegal de mi hija por parte de su padre en los Estados Unidos, no conocía a nadie en Estados Unidos, no tenia Visa para ingresar a los Estados Unidos, no hablo ingles, y tuve la fortuna de conocer a mi abogada Leah Ramirez y a Helen Mercedes, quienes desde un inicio me explicaron todo el proceso, tuvieron empatía ante una situación tan desesperante, gestionaron todo oportunamente, y ahora tengo la fortuna de tener a mi hija de nuevo en mi casa en Colombia... Todas las personas que se vean en esta horrible situación, pueden confiar en el profesionalismo y el acompañamiento de estas mujeres.
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25 Jul, 2023 by Shirley spivey-scott
The team at Markham Law Group represented a professional, warm and supportive environment. Their legal expertise and strategic vision helped me overcome a contentious divorce. The turned the tide for me to get a substantial settlement. An all female team was incredibly successful. I would highly recommend them to anyone who is going through a divorce.
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21 Aug, 2024 by Anonymous
Jordan was an absolute life saver throughout my divorce after 30 years. He is extraordinarily detailed, he misses nothing. Jordan exudes strength, professionalism and produces realistic, though aggressive, results. With Jordan you know every next step as he includes you in these with absolute precision. He makes the most use of your and well as his valuable time with the utmost honesty displaying this by executing everything with motto of “early is on time and on time is late.” It is such a good feeling to know your attorney projects and is aware and prepared for almost any scenario. Youthful, yet with the wisdom of an attorney of many decades. Many will underestimate this powerhouse and that works very much in your favor! Hire Jordan without any reservation!
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16 Aug, 2024 by Anonymous
I spent years and thousands of dollars without progress and was beginning to lose all hope. When I engaged Jordan as my representative, he caught up on the history extremely quickly and expertly navigated the chaos to provide me with amazing legal advice and support. His firm also was very fair on the billing which isn't always the case.
The resolution he got me in my custody battle was better then any deal I could have ever hoped for and I had been explicitly told that what I wanted would never happen. I am filled with confidence that he will finish my divorce in the same manner and couldn't be happier with his incredible and professional work.
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26 Sep, 2024 by Keon harris
I would highly recommend Mr. Howlett for your legal needs. Not only was he knowledgeable but he was patient with me and provided prompt service. Please give him a call if you are need of a great attorney.
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13 Sep, 2024 by Danny sanni
Bad experience. Incompetent and rude. I have a $5500 bill as proof of the bad service I got. I can attach the proof here if the firm disputes this review. Solon Phillips gets into an emotional shouting match when held accountable. This might be the only real review here. Don’t fall for it.
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06 Sep, 2024 by Mark pogue
She is very good at what she does. Puts the customer at ease and is very patient with the elderly
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26 Sep, 2024 by Keon harris
I would highly recommend Mr. Howlett for your legal needs. Not only was he knowledgeable but he was patient with me and provided prompt service. Please give him a call if you are need of a great attorney.
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13 Sep, 2024 by Danny sanni
Bad experience. Incompetent and rude. I have a $5500 bill as proof of the bad service I got. I can attach the proof here if the firm disputes this review. Solon Phillips gets into an emotional shouting match when held accountable. This might be the only real review here. Don’t fall for it.
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06 Sep, 2024 by Mark pogue
She is very good at what she does. Puts the customer at ease and is very patient with the elderly
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26 Sep, 2024 by Keon harris
I would highly recommend Mr. Howlett for your legal needs. Not only was he knowledgeable but he was patient with me and provided prompt service. Please give him a call if you are need of a great attorney.
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13 Sep, 2024 by Danny sanni
Bad experience. Incompetent and rude. I have a $5500 bill as proof of the bad service I got. I can attach the proof here if the firm disputes this review. Solon Phillips gets into an emotional shouting match when held accountable. This might be the only real review here. Don’t fall for it.
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06 Sep, 2024 by Mark pogue
She is very good at what she does. Puts the customer at ease and is very patient with the elderly
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26 Sep, 2024 by Keon harris
I would highly recommend Mr. Howlett for your legal needs. Not only was he knowledgeable but he was patient with me and provided prompt service. Please give him a call if you are need of a great attorney.
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13 Sep, 2024 by Danny sanni
Bad experience. Incompetent and rude. I have a $5500 bill as proof of the bad service I got. I can attach the proof here if the firm disputes this review. Solon Phillips gets into an emotional shouting match when held accountable. This might be the only real review here. Don’t fall for it.
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06 Sep, 2024 by Mark pogue
She is very good at what she does. Puts the customer at ease and is very patient with the elderly
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26 Sep, 2024 by Keon harris
I would highly recommend Mr. Howlett for your legal needs. Not only was he knowledgeable but he was patient with me and provided prompt service. Please give him a call if you are need of a great attorney.
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13 Sep, 2024 by Danny sanni
Bad experience. Incompetent and rude. I have a $5500 bill as proof of the bad service I got. I can attach the proof here if the firm disputes this review. Solon Phillips gets into an emotional shouting match when held accountable. This might be the only real review here. Don’t fall for it.
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06 Sep, 2024 by Mark pogue
She is very good at what she does. Puts the customer at ease and is very patient with the elderly
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01 Sep, 2024 by Olena
Highly recommend Lev Iwashko! His expertise, professionalism, and clear communication made a huge difference during our consultation. Lev is not only knowledgeable but also genuinely cares about his clients. If you need dedicated and skilled legal advice, Lev is the one to choose.
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14 Aug, 2024 by Youssef ouazzani
Lev is a great guy for the job, when he takes on the project it means business and he puts such great effort and hard work as if it's something of his own. I recommend him to anyone who wants a job well done.
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14 Aug, 2024 by Trace thompson
Nothing but Professionalism from Carl Marrone with National Security Law Firm. Was found in a very divergent situation in regards to the UCMJ. After reaching out to Carl and his team. They immediately started gathering information on the case, and never once questioned my integrity in regards to my situation and nor advised me to make an alternative decision other than the one I felt was rightfully justified. They’re still people willingly to fight for justice and freedom. Would Highly Recommend Carl and his team for anyone in a Legal Difficulty and or regards to UCMJ Violations. Five stars to Carl and his team. Well deserved thank you for everything you’ve done and continue to do for our country , freedom , and democracy.
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24 Feb, 2019 by Elaine
When my husband of 25 years and I began the process of divorce we thought that ours would be a simple case and that we could essentially "handle" most of it ourselves. Luckily for us (and for our children), we invested in the Collaborative Divorce process and even more so that I had the Barbara walk me through the many painful conversations required.
From our first conversation I knew that she would take the time to listen to me while keeping the conversation focused on a just outcome for everyone. When I wanted to speed through painful or confusing aspects, she focused me on the process that she and her wonderful team knew would save time in the end, and when I wanted to cave in altogether she would not let me abandon my own interests.
Barbara said at one point: "It's obvious that the two of have you have come to this point in part because your trust has been compromised. Our goal is to use a PROCESS that you can both trust so that we can move forward."
It worked. While still a painful, our children were shielded from the worst of our impulsive and hurtful "solutions" and we were able to begin the work of co-parenting them from a much more civil and stable place. I will be forever grateful.
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20 Feb, 2019 by Anonymous
I was referred to Barb initially by a good friend after my friend's ex-husband was represented by Barb in their divorce. Even though Barb represented her ex-husband against her, my friend was impressed with Barb's professionalism, intelligence, negotiating skills, experience and reasonableness. Even though my friend, an attorney, was being represented by the top large family law firm in the city, she still referred me to Barb over her own attorney, who she liked. My case was difficult and complex because my ex-husband was an abusive husband and father with mental illness, but he was also ivy-league educated, active in the community and church, and on the surface a model, successful citizen and a persuasive liar. It took 4 years of intense high conflict divorce and custody litigation to unmask him and secure sole legal and physical custody and with my ex- only having limited supervised visitation with the children now. While he had 3 different top attorneys who bailed on him for various reasons, Barb was there through it all. The constant pleadings, hearings and trials, Child Protective Service, GAL issues, police calls, convincing scared and uncomfortable witnesses to testify for the good of the children, stress, disappointment in the family law process for failing my children and finally, justice! She is shrewd and savvy and full of hard fought experience. She was respected by all of the judges and I had 3 judges over the 4 years. She was very connected in the family law arena. She knew all of the opposing counsel we encountered, and referred me to various top notch support service providers, mediators, etc. She was compassionate and a great counselor but also firm and logical and didn't let me get caught up in emotion and off point. Most importantly, I learned a lot about the proper preparedness and organization required for litigation, the drafting of motions and responses, what are the main points that need to be addressed and what is extra or not needed. She explained everything she was doing to me so I understand why she was doing things or what shaped her position. Also, even though luckily I am not in need of her full time service, she always in responsive and makes herself available for my questions. Her staff paralegal and associates are great too and always treated me like family. I am constantly recommending Barb when anyone is in need of a family law attorney and my friends who never even met Barb but of course heard about her constantly also recommend her!
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20 Feb, 2019 by Danielle
Barb was a great lawyer and my divorce settlement. I really felt like she had my back through the entire process but also understood the delicate nature of the stressful situation of getting divorced. She was definitely an advocate for me which I really needed at the time.
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12 Feb, 2017 by El
I was facing a custody and child support case. I realized very late that as a Father and the initiator of my case I needed an experienced professional on my side. Mr Lopez worked through the night and positioned me so I was awarded joint legal and physical custody. He explained the truths and consequences. I will continue to use his services.
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09 May, 2016 by Andres
I had a family issue arise. He was quick to awnser my phone call and available 24/7.
He explained everything thoroughly and clearly. I will definitely be giving him a call again if i ever seem to need a lawyer. With so many lawyers around this area, I needed an aggresive lawyer on my side. Apart from being a very knowledgeable attorney what I liked most was the accesibility and attention I was treated with. I have not had the same experience with other lawyer I have dealt with.
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14 Jun, 2022 by David mitchell
Daniel Gross chose not to pass along information regarding the time and place that a court ordered arbitration would occur until pressed for details regarding when the arbitration would take place. It is an attorney’s responsibility to pass along all documents produced by the court to their client by not immediately passing along the document regarding the arbitration to his client, Daniel Gross failed to fulfill do what is required by his profession.
Daniel Gross held a meeting without my approval with the opposing party's attorney and decided not to appear when the arbitration was scheduled despite being hired to represent me throughout the entirety of the lawsuit.
It was communicated to me that Daniel Gross and the opposing party’s attorney agreed upon settlement terms before the arbitration took place.
At the arbitration, the opposing party’s attorney, Thomas E. Lester, who was described by Daniel Gross to be a friend of his, requested more than what
was agreed upon the settlement terms negotiated prior to the arbitration.
Daniel Gross failed to offer any alternative suggestions to any of the demands delivered by the opposing party’s attorney even though he was aware that Thomas E. Lester's terms were different than the terms that I agreed to prior to the arbitration.
The attorney, Daniel Gross, was terminated because I was not happy with the legal defense that I was provided with.
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15 Nov, 2013 by James
In a brief I was charged with a criminal charge of theft and the Det. in the case was lying.Dan Gross was able to prove to the court that he was lying and that I had been wrongly accused. I was well satisfied with Mr Gross performance and would highly recommend to anyone.
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21 Nov, 2012 by Anonymous
I have seen Mr. Gross in court many times and have watched him work on cases. He has an outstanding grasp of criminal law and deals with both Judges and Prosecutors very effectively. In a tough situation, Mr. Gross is someone that I want fighting for me.
In short I highly recommend Dan Gross as your attorney. He will fight for you and get a good result.
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08 Jun, 2024 by Stephen g
19 Feb, 2024 by Starseed
Very knowledgeable staff!
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05 Feb, 2024 by Johnny soor
Excellent placr
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13 Apr, 2024 by Liz martin
02 Mar, 2022 by Tairy hesticles
I was contacted about a class actio. case and it was requested that I speak with a paralegal for an hour during my workday. I was asked up front my gender and race. After an hour long conversation, there was a follow-up email explaining that my gender and race disqualified me from the case. I wasted my lunch giving valuable information for a case that they knew up front I did not qualify for. Thanks for wasting my lunch break.
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11 Nov, 2021 by Herve simo
19 Aug, 2024 by Vinnia narh
09 Aug, 2024 by Life live
Ms Liss recommended me to go to physical therapy and waited all this time just to tell me, she cancelled my case. If you African I don’t recommend her.
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07 Aug, 2024 by Hailegebrael zeleke
They handled my case very well. They was supportive and on top of everything that was going on. Marvin Liss was very flexible in the entire time and make sure I was on top of things. Thank you Marvin Liss
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06 Sep, 2024 by Osei king
if I could leave negative stars, I would. Do not waste your money with this person. He is too busy to review your case, and doesn't submit key evidence on time. He is an utter embarrassment. I would strongly recommend that you never do business with this person ever!
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30 Aug, 2024 by Judith
I had a very corner case scenario. First off, I was able to speak directly with Mr Colbert without going though 20 questions with a gatekeeper or wait days for a call back. Second, instead of just saying nope, can't help you, he brainstormed during our call and gave me a few ideas I never would have considered to help resolve my issue. He gives lawyers a GOOD name. Thank you!
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02 Jan, 2023 by Dale k.
28 Mar, 2022 by James
This post provides a written response to the Virginia State Bar’s (VSB) request to initiate a formal ethics investigation against Christopher Martin Locey. It contains information and provides specific examples how Mr. Locey violated provisions of the Virginia Rules of Professional Conduct. In addition, it illustrates how Mr. Locey’s actions and behavior contradict the Principals of Professionalism as he consistently failed to act with diligence, dedication, respect, courtesy and in my best interests. Mr. Locey’s professionalism and ineptitude caused me to experience undue stress and severe anxiety, which ultimately undermined my confidence in his ability and trustworthiness.
Listed below are specific violations of the rules and principals along with a brief description of each. These examples provide a glimpse and represent only a small portion of the almost daily challenges that I faced. Ultimately, Mr. Locey’s inappropriate, demeaning behavior forced me to find new legal representation to ensure adequate legal representation. A complete list of additional violations and their substantiating documents are available upon request.
Rule 1.1: Competence
Mr. Locey filed a motion that contained unsubstantiated and inflammatory acquisitions that were based on his opinion. The motion was submitted after I had instructed him to remove them from a draft that I reviewed. The motion, which was later removed portrayed me as a trained killer who targeted his wife for elimination.
a. “Father’s shocking behavior during litigation has an explanation that does not require Dr. Lane’s evaluation. As the Court is aware, Father is 23-year veteran of the U.S. Marines and U.S. Navy who served several combat tours in Afghanistan. He has been trained, and is an expert in, assessing threats, and then neutralizing threats by any means necessary, without reflection, without remorse. Unfortunately, it appears that, in litigation, by seeking to “take away” his children and his family, Mother made herself a “threat” to Father, consciously and subconsciously, and he reacted as he was trained, and learned through experience, to do – to neutralize the perceived threat to his children, by any means necessary.”
Mr. Locey was demeaning, argumentative, and adversarial toward me on numerous occasions. His emails and phone calls were inappropriate and unprofessional in nature. For example, when negotiating a settlement offer for equity and distribution Mr. Locey was sarcastic, condescending, and even insinuated that I suffered from a learning disability.
b. “You are a smart man. You know how to read. You certainly know how to speak up for yourself and ask a question if something is confusing or you do not understand. And this exact issue was one we had already discussed, so there was no way it could be confusing to you the second time unless you have some sort of learning disability you have not disclosed, or else you did not read what I sent to you. Either way, I instructed you to tell me your thoughts, which requires you to read what I sent. Either you hid from me a learning disability, or you did not do what I asked you to do (or you are making this all up, which I suppose, is a third option). None of those are my responsibility.”
Mr. Locey used the threat of seeing my children in the future to push his own opinions and narratives. On numerous occasions he used statements like, “If you ever want to see your children again” to influence me into making decisions contrary to my desires.
a. “If you want to ask for this, the only hope is to do it with a tone that is the equivalent of begging, on your knees, for her to help you, and by extension, the kids, by agreeing to direct communication.”
b. “if you want to see your kids as much as possible and as soon as possible, you really need to appear to be a sweet, happy, cooperative guy. You should be looking for ways to bend over backward to help out Liz.”
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21 Dec, 2015 by James
Ive had 5 or 6 Attorneys in my lifetime and I feel that Chris is honestly the best one I've had. I say this because when I signed the retainer agreement he actually included literature that explained exactly how I as the client can help keep cost down. Further more, when I was forced to discontinue with Chris due to an unfortunate conflict of interest (my wife had already consulted with his office partner - sort of (she didn't show up for actual appointment but had talked to him on the phone)), but once we went our separate ways he actually gave me back almost all of my retainer even though he had already done a substantial amount of work, time and effort. Couple this with the fact that he was extremely responsive to my every single email, phone call, and was also very patient and knowledgeable. I cant tell you how upset I was when I could not keep working with him, but I can tell you that the next time I need an attorney, I will approach him again. Very reasonable priced and he seems very honest - which I have never ever said that about an Attorney before in my life.
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06 Jul, 2023 by Anonymous
Dan listened to me, contacted third parties to get corroboration and wrote a letter to try and help me protect my young children from the indecency my ex was exposing them to with his relationship outside of marriage post divorce having the kids sleep under the same roof as him and his paramour. Unfortunately, we live in a society where nothing is shameless or indecent anymore so nothing changed. Still, I appreciate the efforts Dan made to help. He came highly recommended and did the best he could.
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20 Sep, 2022 by Mo
I went in for a consultation and considered hiring this lawyer. After two meetings, I decided he was not good for me. The 2nd time I met him was less than a month apart, however, this lawyer could not remember a single detail from the first time I consulted him. He watches the clock religiously and will not respond to email with content but a simple "Call me" to make sure you are charged for any time on the phone. He made it difficult even to refund the remaining retainer that was unused. I do not recommend and am happy he is off my divorce case.
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02 May, 2022 by Anonymous
I would highly recommend Dan. I have never really needed an attorney for anything prior to working with Dan and he was very professional in his approach and I appreciate his help in drafting my prenuptial agreement. I did my research and after working with Dan, he exceeded my expectations.
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What a Child Custody Lawyer Can Do for You
A child custody lawyer specializes in helping parents navigate legal matters related to the custody and care of their children, particularly in the context of divorce, separation, or other family disputes. These lawyers assist with determining custody arrangements, drafting parenting plans, and advocating for your rights in court. They also help resolve disputes over physical custody (where the child lives), legal custody (who makes decisions for the child), visitation rights, and modifications to existing custody orders.
Whether you're going through a divorce or need to change an existing custody arrangement, a child custody lawyer can help you understand your rights and protect your child's best interests throughout the legal process.
When Should I Hire a Child Custody Lawyer?
You should consider hiring a child custody lawyer in several situations, especially when disputes arise or complex legal issues affect your parental rights. Some common reasons to hire a child custody lawyer include:
- Divorce or separation: If you're going through a divorce or separation and need to establish custody and visitation arrangements, a lawyer can help ensure the custody order reflects your child's best interests.
- Disputed custody cases: If you and the other parent cannot agree on custody or visitation terms, a lawyer can advocate for your rights in court and help you develop a strong case.
- Modification of custody orders: If you need to change an existing custody arrangement due to changes in circumstances (e.g., relocation, changes in the child’s needs), a lawyer can help file a modification request.
- Parental alienation: If the other parent is interfering with your relationship with your child, a lawyer can help address these issues through legal action.
- Domestic violence or abuse: If there is a history of domestic violence or abuse, a lawyer can help protect you and your child by requesting restraining orders and advocating for appropriate custody arrangements.
- Grandparent or third-party custody: If you are a grandparent or another relative seeking custody or visitation rights, a lawyer can guide you through the legal process.
- Paternity disputes: In cases where paternity is in question, a lawyer can assist with establishing or challenging paternity, which may affect custody and visitation rights.
Hiring a lawyer early in the process can help protect your parental rights and ensure that the custody arrangement is in your child's best interests.
What Does a Child Custody Lawyer Do?
A child custody lawyer provides a variety of legal services to help parents resolve custody disputes and secure favorable custody arrangements for their children. Their responsibilities often include:
- Filing custody petitions: Helping you file the necessary paperwork to request custody or visitation rights and ensuring all legal procedures are followed.
- Negotiating custody agreements: Assisting in negotiating custody and visitation arrangements, often working toward a mutually beneficial parenting plan without going to court.
- Representing you in court: If you and the other parent cannot agree on custody terms, representing you in court by presenting evidence and making legal arguments to support your case.
- Drafting parenting plans: Helping you draft a comprehensive parenting plan that outlines the schedule for physical custody, decision-making responsibilities, and visitation.
- Handling child support issues: Assisting with related issues such as child support, ensuring that financial obligations are properly calculated and enforced.
- Modifying custody orders: Helping you request a modification from the court if you need to change an existing custody arrangement due to significant life changes.
- Mediating custody disputes: Acting as a mediator to help both parents reach an agreement on custody and visitation without the need for litigation.
How Are Child Custody Lawyers Paid?
Child custody lawyers typically charge for their services based on the complexity of the case, the time involved, and the nature of the legal work. Common payment methods include:
- Hourly rate: Most child custody lawyers charge by the hour, with rates ranging from $150 to $500 or more, depending on the lawyer's experience and location. The total cost depends on the time spent preparing documents, negotiating, and representing you in court.
- Flat fee: For simple custody matters or uncontested custody agreements, some lawyers may offer a flat fee for specific services, such as drafting a parenting plan or filing a custody petition.
- Retainer: Many lawyers require an upfront retainer fee, which is billed against as the lawyer works on your case. The amount varies based on the expected complexity and duration of the case.
- Sliding scale or pro bono services: Some lawyers may offer reduced fees or pro bono (free) services for clients with limited financial means, particularly in cases involving domestic violence or other serious issues.
It’s important to discuss fees and payment arrangements with your lawyer during the initial consultation to understand how much you will be charged and what services are included.
How Much Does a Child Custody Lawyer Cost?
The cost of hiring a child custody lawyer depends on various factors, including the complexity of the case, whether it’s contested or uncontested, and the lawyer’s experience. General cost estimates include:
- Uncontested custody cases: Legal fees may range from $1,500 to $5,000 or more, depending on the complexity of the paperwork and any negotiations.
- Contested custody cases: Legal fees can range from $5,000 to $40,000 or more, depending on the complexity of the issues, the need for expert testimony, and the time spent in litigation.
- Hourly rates: Lawyers typically charge between $150 and $500 per hour, with higher rates for more experienced attorneys or complex custody disputes.
- Mediation services: If both parents agree to work through mediation, costs typically range from $1,000 to $5,000 or more for the mediation process.
Always ask for a clear cost estimate during your consultation to ensure that you understand the total legal fees and payment structure.
Top Questions to Ask a Child Custody Lawyer
Before hiring a child custody lawyer, it’s essential to ask the right questions to ensure they are the best fit for your case. Some key questions to ask include:
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What experience do you have with child custody cases?
Ensure the lawyer has experience handling cases similar to yours, especially if your case involves complex issues like domestic violence, relocation, or paternity disputes. -
How do you charge for your services?
Clarify whether the lawyer charges by the hour, offers flat fees for certain services, or requires a retainer, and ask for an estimate of the total cost. -
What is the likelihood of success in my case?
Ask for an honest assessment of your case, including potential challenges and expected outcomes. -
How long will the process take?
Inquire about the expected timeline from filing the petition to reaching an agreement or going to trial. -
Will you personally handle my case?
Ensure you know who will be managing your case and representing you in court. -
Can we pursue mediation or alternative dispute resolution?
Ask whether the lawyer recommends mediation or other forms of dispute resolution to avoid a lengthy court battle.
How to Check the Credibility of a Child Custody Lawyer
To ensure you are hiring a reputable child custody lawyer, follow these 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 and has no history of disciplinary actions.
- Look for family law experience: Review the lawyer’s website or professional profile to ensure they specialize in family law and child custody cases.
- Read client reviews and testimonials: Look for client reviews on platforms like Avvo, Martindale-Hubbell, or Google to gauge the lawyer’s professionalism and success in child custody matters.
- Ask for references: A credible lawyer should be able to provide references from past clients who have worked with them on custody cases.
- Check for certifications: Look for lawyers who are board-certified in family law or have memberships in organizations like the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (AAML) or local family law sections.
What Should I Prepare for My First Consultation?
To get the most out of your first consultation with a child custody lawyer, come prepared with relevant documents and information:
- Court orders or existing custody agreements: Bring copies of any existing custody or visitation orders for the lawyer to review.
- Communication with the other parent: Provide copies of emails, texts, or letters regarding custody, visitation, or disputes.
- List of your child’s needs: Prepare a list of your child’s specific needs, such as medical care, education, and extracurricular activities.
- Timeline of the case: Outline key events related to your custody case, including changes in living situations or parental involvement.
- Questions for the lawyer: Write down any questions about the custody process, legal fees, and the lawyer’s strategy for your case.
By being well-prepared, you can help the lawyer assess your situation effectively and receive the best possible advice for protecting your rights and your child’s well-being.
