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12 Aug, 2024 by Kaitlyn tucker
12 Jul, 2024 by Lisa caraway
Melissa and her team handled My dads case,Melissa took the time to take the case on without hesitation and proceeded to show compassion and understanding for our family. Unfortunately we lost our father in December unexpectedly and Melissa has truly been there for us. Me and my sister are truly thankful for her. We would consider her like family so with that being said just know that her and her team will defend you like her own family
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12 Jul, 2024 by Lesli kennedy
Melissa was wonderful to have on your side. She not only is an amazing lawyer, but she is there to support you every step of the way. Without her, I dont know how we would have gotten through such a horrible experience.
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12 Aug, 2024 by Kaitlyn tucker
12 Jul, 2024 by Lisa caraway
Melissa and her team handled My dads case,Melissa took the time to take the case on without hesitation and proceeded to show compassion and understanding for our family. Unfortunately we lost our father in December unexpectedly and Melissa has truly been there for us. Me and my sister are truly thankful for her. We would consider her like family so with that being said just know that her and her team will defend you like her own family
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12 Jul, 2024 by Lesli kennedy
Melissa was wonderful to have on your side. She not only is an amazing lawyer, but she is there to support you every step of the way. Without her, I dont know how we would have gotten through such a horrible experience.
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12 Aug, 2024 by Kaitlyn tucker
12 Jul, 2024 by Lisa caraway
Melissa and her team handled My dads case,Melissa took the time to take the case on without hesitation and proceeded to show compassion and understanding for our family. Unfortunately we lost our father in December unexpectedly and Melissa has truly been there for us. Me and my sister are truly thankful for her. We would consider her like family so with that being said just know that her and her team will defend you like her own family
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12 Jul, 2024 by Lesli kennedy
Melissa was wonderful to have on your side. She not only is an amazing lawyer, but she is there to support you every step of the way. Without her, I dont know how we would have gotten through such a horrible experience.
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12 Aug, 2024 by Kaitlyn tucker
12 Jul, 2024 by Lisa caraway
Melissa and her team handled My dads case,Melissa took the time to take the case on without hesitation and proceeded to show compassion and understanding for our family. Unfortunately we lost our father in December unexpectedly and Melissa has truly been there for us. Me and my sister are truly thankful for her. We would consider her like family so with that being said just know that her and her team will defend you like her own family
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12 Jul, 2024 by Lesli kennedy
Melissa was wonderful to have on your side. She not only is an amazing lawyer, but she is there to support you every step of the way. Without her, I dont know how we would have gotten through such a horrible experience.
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16 Sep, 2024 by Douglas williams
Very friendly team, approachable and knowledgeable. They helped get our small business on track by gently correcting many things we had started blindly.
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16 Sep, 2024 by Vivek varadara
Nothing against this firm in terms of expenses, Divorce is an expensive ordeal and does take significant research and work to formalize a proper agreement based on special situations and individual situations. While one must be prepared for such legal costs over all the experience with Hartsoe and Associates was amazing. Specially, me being in the US Army, I was not always available for reaching out to, but despite they handled my case exceptionally well and came out with an amicable out of court settlement ! which is something I wanted from the start. Thank you Steven Grainger in particular for your legal representation and also the staff in connection.
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16 Sep, 2024 by Brandon wilson
Wow what an outstanding firm..Even though they were not able to assist me in my unique situation, they still took the time to advise me in path I needed to take and gave me a referral to somewhere that might be able to help..even took the time to call me back just to give me more information that could help me.. I really hate that they couldn't help me because this is the type of firm I want to represent me. Someone who is there for the client and not the pay check...thanks again for the help.
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23 Jul, 2024 by Sa
Be careful of pushy advice to do an emergency custody hearing based on Ann Margaret Alexander's opinions and high fee which she earns with every outcome. Be aware that these hearings are very quick and may be based on falsified documents with no time to make an actual case and she will push to settle and acquiesce under pressure and collude with the other attorney. She makes a lot of money on these quick hearings and doesn't do her clients justice. It's amazing how her opinions change drastically after the hearing- an abusive parent is no longer abusive just the alpha parent (after she collects her fees). Also, be aware that these emergency custody hearings, if there is unfavorable outcome, will ruin any changes of a permanent custody change in the future. Do your research and homework in these situations!
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10 Jul, 2024 by David bass
Andrea Doyle did an excellent job. She was responsive, helped me understand the different procedures, and was able to handle any issues that arose.
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08 Jul, 2024 by Kelly merhar
23 Jul, 2024 by Sa
Be careful of pushy advice to do an emergency custody hearing based on Ann Margaret Alexander's opinions and high fee which she earns with every outcome. Be aware that these hearings are very quick and may be based on falsified documents with no time to make an actual case and she will push to settle and acquiesce under pressure and collude with the other attorney. She makes a lot of money on these quick hearings and doesn't do her clients justice. It's amazing how her opinions change drastically after the hearing- an abusive parent is no longer abusive just the alpha parent (after she collects her fees). Also, be aware that these emergency custody hearings, if there is unfavorable outcome, will ruin any changes of a permanent custody change in the future. Do your research and homework in these situations!
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10 Jul, 2024 by David bass
Andrea Doyle did an excellent job. She was responsive, helped me understand the different procedures, and was able to handle any issues that arose.
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28 Dec, 2023 by Dorine y
This legal team helped me face and resolve issues that I had been fearful of addressing. They did thorough research and stood up for me in court; I am very grateful. Highly recommend.
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15 Dec, 2023 by James m
14 Dec, 2023 by Shelly denson
Great communication would highly recommend this firm..
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24 Sep, 2023 by Lala mammadova (lmammadova)
27 Nov, 2023 by Steve
Ms. Payne represented me in a Separation and Divorce proceeding. despite the process taking longer than expected I appreciate her attention to detail and professionalism during the course of it. her legal knowledge and expertise allowed me to retain enough of my financial assets that I could rebuild my life.
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28 Jul, 2022 by Rossy gutierrez
Ms Payne was the BEST!!
I’m so thankful for a stress-free divorce!
I was always up to date with everything that was going on and she talked me through it all. Windy was also so kind and helpful and positive through it all. I will forever be grateful.
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24 May, 2022 by Michael
We did Will, HPOA, Living Will, and DPOA. I had a unique living situation and I told Barri exactly what I wanted (I was not even sure it was something that could be done) and she did the research and was able to get me everything I wanted and the legal security that was SO IMPORTANT to us. I would highly recommend her services.
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13 Jul, 2019 by Khuram bashir
Our firm consulted providence Law and had a very bad experience. Lets start with basics. The law firm required basic information, what is your firms name, what is the owners name, what is the address etc. and why are you requiring our services. We provided. 2nd step, make payment. Done. 3rd step is for Providence Law to execute. Well guess what, nope. Providence Law repeats step 1. and sends you an invoice for step 2. Well, here comes time for step 3... Nope not again, another one of their representative will call you and repeat step 1 and step 2 and send you an invoice for it. In step 1 and 2 you end up paying $6k in fees. Yes, they did file something, finally they did something, a filing of about 2k’s worth. And then they send you a termination letter when you don’t want to repeat step 1 and 2 any longer. When you try to call and call for an explanation they DON’T ANSWER but send you a legal letter stating representation is terminated. LOL, WOW... I am trying to warn anyone out there..
Well Guess what providence Law. I am not asking for any additional legal services, I’ve been calling you NOT for additional services, NO sir, all I’ve been calling, calling for our original documentation but you guys don’t respond. I will now publicly ask for our original documents filed. Which NEVER previously provided, NO, NO, NO.. Do not say you have originally provided the document. That will be a lie.. after many calls you finally after me proving you never originally gave us documentation, you sent original filings. But there has been lot more documents missing. If you called me Mr. Craig Morgan I could have explained, but you never returned our calls, not even to explain why termination. And I’ve been calling and calling to ask for original documentation but no response. Legal letter you sent saying copies of our documentation will be sent for additional cost. $8k later... WOW...people this is called a legal robbery. Be careful everyone. Don’t Call Providence Law. Do Not seek their consultation. You won’t get anything but a bill for What is You Name.
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02 Mar, 2019 by Kippen priest
Craig Morgan was beyond helpful in explaining all of my questions and concerns. Looking forward to doing business with him and Providence Law for all of my future attorney needs.
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29 Oct, 2018 by Michele
I met with Attorney Melissa Clark -Ford for my divorce.I was so impressed with knowledge of professionalism. She put me at ease and I hired her immediately. We are going through the process, but I know she will get the job done. No question about it.
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11 Mar, 2020 by Kim lott
03 Jul, 2019 by Teresa
I fired Ms McKee yesterday after 6 months of waiting and requesting a meeting with her. I was patient as she was very busy but became upset with her when she had still not answered my questions asked in December of last year and several times after. She had nothing but excuses every time I spoke with her. The last time we talked she was going to finally review my file and then call me. When I arrived for our meeting she had still not looked at my file and that was the last straw. Then she tired to blame it on me! I was combative. Right. More abuse from my attorney to add to my ex and my family. Nice work McKee.
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29 May, 2019 by Anonymous
Upon initial consultation with Martha, I was encouraged to make an agreement with my spouse before leaving and initiating divorce. Martha was passionate for me and defended me well in my negotiations with opposing counsel. She was honest with her guidance and made my separation financially reasonable. I highly recommend Martha McKee for your prenups, separation and custodial agreements.
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07 Apr, 2024 by Deborah keaton
07 Mar, 2024 by Art rouse
Excellent knowledge and customer service
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07 Mar, 2024 by Ashley snow
07 Oct, 2024 by Victoria allgood
Jennifer Spyker recently and successfully represented me in an important case. Ms. Spyker was clearly knowledgeable with highly relevant experience in the law relevant to my case and she worked efficiently and professionally on my behalf. She presented options to me, with a very frank and honest discussion of the pros and cons of each to allow make the best choice possible. She kept me informed every step of the way, was responsive to all of my questions and always accessible to me. I never felt that she was too busy for me.
It was very clear that Ms. Spyker cares very deeply about making sure that her clients are protected. She is empathetic and provided support and guidance so that I never felt alone in my case. She consistently advocated very strongly but professionally for me. I was grateful to have her support and she will always be my first choice in legal matters. I am certain that her calm demeanor coupled with her professional and straightforward nature was essential to the positive outcome in my case and the speed at which it was reached.
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24 Jun, 2024 by Mijah addison
Lauren Newton has been a godsend to me. With my complex case many people wouldn’t have took it on, but Lauren believed in me and wanted to seek justice for me kept me updated every step of the way, not only being my attorney, but being a friend when going through Traumatic experience. Lauren fought for me and I am forever grateful for her. I call her my small but mighty because she will get the job done.
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03 May, 2024 by Jhon harris
This law firm don't care about people's constitutional rights I got told from this law firm office, constitutional rights got violated but so what deal with it/ there go folks I just saved you a phone call
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12 Aug, 2024 by Kaitlyn tucker
12 Jul, 2024 by Lisa caraway
Melissa and her team handled My dads case,Melissa took the time to take the case on without hesitation and proceeded to show compassion and understanding for our family. Unfortunately we lost our father in December unexpectedly and Melissa has truly been there for us. Me and my sister are truly thankful for her. We would consider her like family so with that being said just know that her and her team will defend you like her own family
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12 Jul, 2024 by Lesli kennedy
Melissa was wonderful to have on your side. She not only is an amazing lawyer, but she is there to support you every step of the way. Without her, I dont know how we would have gotten through such a horrible experience.
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09 May, 2024 by Travis ray
To keep a long story short, Randall Hoose saved me from insurmountable amounts of headache. You're more than just a dollar sign to him, and you can tell he genuinely gives a damn about his clients. Would recommend, 100%.
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12 Dec, 2023 by Toni
I retained Nick in 2016 for family law matters with an out-of-state ex, i,e., cat and mouse game
that lasted almost 4 years. Nick worked hard for my children and myself. He is ethical, professional, hard-working & has sound advice. He plays 0 games, tells it like it is. Now, he is retained again in 2023 for a different issue because I could not think of anyone else to represent my senior mother. You need a straight-shooter who is humble and knows law inside & out.
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16 Nov, 2023 by Jeff blake
I hired Nick as an defense attorney recently and initially we had a consultation first. He seemed to be mostly on the same page as me his potential client at this time. Two weeks later after hiring him and only having one (1 hour and 15 minute) phone call and just a few emails that we sent back and forth. He talked to me like he was working for the plantiff. Also I feel that I was taking complete advantage of by the outrageous charges for his very brief time spent on my case before I removed him as counsel for me.
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05 Oct, 2024 by Nikki stacker
During the most stressful time of my life to date, my attorney, Jennifer Sinclair Simpkins was nothing short of amazing! She listened to me, guided me through every step of the process, & she promptly returned my emails. I had so many questions that she patiently answered. Thank you, Jennifer for making this as painless as possible. Thank you for your professionalism and for fighting for me!
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15 Aug, 2024 by Ben playfair
As someone who unfortunately has had to deal with 4-5 lawyers in the few years this was by far my absolute worst experience with any attorney/firm. Can’t recommend enough to get a different consult and get better advice, would never work with them again.
The strategy here seems to be to take clients to court and to drag things out as long as possible to wrack up billable hours. From this from I paid over $10k for a divorce case that almost went to trial, until the firm was late on giving me needed disclosures to complete - when I changed attorneys almost instantly got the case out of court and saved a ton of money and got what I wanted.
Attorneys here couldn’t seem to care less, they are arrogant and will give you bad informaron to keep your case going to trial. Total waste and huge regret wasting any time and money here.
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15 Aug, 2024 by Anonymous
I would like to preface with my case is extremely convoluted in some areas. But as my case has gone on further without representation by Katelyn, the representation and "professional" advice I DID receive from her appears to have worsened and damaged an already difficult case that me and my current counsel are struggling to undo.
Child custody case:
-From the initial consultation, I was told she would only fight for 50/50 because there was really no hope in fighting for more. This wouldn't be an issue if I didn't receive confirmation from another lawyer who was appalled that she advised me that our *best case scenario* was a 50/50 custody arrangement.
-Communication was relatively good. I never had an issue until the very end of having her as my counsel. I could have potentially missed the 2nd court date, or been unable to bring the witness she advised me to bring; she didn't let me know the date or time until a week prior, which caused me to have to take off work and find accommodations last minute. I won't even speak on the inconvenience it caused in my witness's schedule.
-During the court room appearances, she advised me to be there, and both times we were not seen, which wouldn't be an issue if there wasn't extensive travel involved. The first time I was alone, the second time, she advised me to bring a witness under the impression that we were going to be heard that day.
-During the 2nd court date, she sat in the pew in front of me and the witness, looked me dead in the eye, and told me settling for 50/50 was my only option. When speaking to current counsel, I have come to the conclusion that my case had solid arguments and I should have in no way just settled, and that this advice from Katelyn was due to her being unprepared to fight my case. She had 6-8 months between court dates. She was given every resource requested of me. In retrospect it appears to me she didn't have the confidence to fight for more, which is imperative in a case like mine.
-In the private room where she made me read over the 50/50 consent order before signing, she and an intern spoke in normal tones regarding their Instagram profiles and gaining interactions/followers. It made it difficult to sit and read a document that essentially regarded the future life and happiness of a child. This felt extremely unprofessional and generally left a bad taste in my mouth on the drive home.
All in all, I was highly dissatisfied and extremely upset with her. If your case is low-conflict, amiable, and all-in-all simple, she is a good fit for you. But she is not a fighter.
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31 Mar, 2024 by Janet lee carpenter
The Greatest Lawyer I Ever Spoken To. HE CARES, LISTEN, HE CARES!!!
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04 Jul, 2023 by Randall shaw
Absolutely the best house closing experience I've ever had. Mr McLoughlin was very careful to explain everything. I highly recommend him for your real estate closing attorney.
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09 Mar, 2023 by Joe johnson
Very knowledgeable and experienced. I highly recommend him.
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06 May, 2024 by Alan
Hired him for an Expungement, $1000 and 2 years later has done nothing and won't respond in any form email, call, text, voicemail. I've seen him at the gym and he tells me to text him and he'll make it right!! I'm an ECU graduate Magna Cum Laude on May 5th 23. 7 years clean and sober on 5-8-24, I have turned my life around & need help & he has treated me horribly as like he cares less. I'm baffled that he has done absolutely nothing for me. He certainly isn't a Christian or a God fearing man that's for sure.
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06 May, 2024 by Sue turner
I was referred to him by Bill McDowell Ret. Attn for my sons background, I have left him voicemails and my son has too. He has not reached back out to us. I paid him and it's been well over a year. He just took my our money and washed his hands of us. I would not recommend this guy, he has zero conscience.
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16 Sep, 2022 by Joshua edwards
I hired mr Hanson as a attorney in a case he went above and beyond to get everything handled and I couldn’t have asked for a better individual to lay my trust in
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26 Sep, 2024 by Kim p.
Hailey and Sodoma Law Union are who you want on your side. Hailey is very empathetic and truly cares about her clients. She knows the laws and knows exactly what needs to be done to protect you and your family during such a difficult times. She is very responsive and alway makes you feel valued. The entire team goes above and beyond.
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08 Mar, 2024 by Coach deto fitness
A plus. Highly reccomend
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27 Feb, 2024 by Theresa donaldson
Zach and Valerie are both great! Zach does a great job of explaining everything in terms you can understand. You never feel rushed. He also sends reminders as we all tend to get busy and not take the time to make the much needed changes he recommends we done. I would highly recommend (and have) using Zach and his services. Not only is he a great attorney, he is all around a great person! Thanks Zach and Valerie for all that you do.
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10 Oct, 2022 by Doug bulington
27 Jun, 2020 by Devon bridges
01 Sep, 2019 by Arturo montenora
19 Oct, 2020 by Anonymous
I was assigned Lisa Johnson without having the opportunity to meet her and assess her competency. While my husband was causing the separation process to go longer than expected, it was Ms. Johnson's unprofessional delays and failure to communicate that caused me to sever my relationship with her and the firm. While I tried to reach her by email many times when my husband was shutting off all my utilities, there was only silence. It took two weeks with me finally calling the firm's head attorney before she was instructed to call me. A paralegal never even touched base and the head attorney had no access to my case to offer help. When finally she called, she said she was too busy in court to answer my emails or reach out to me. I continued to work with her and my last communication with her was to ask if we were ready to sign papers. Twenty-four days went by without a single word from Ms. Johnson. I was served with a lawsuit by my husband's attorney at the end of this time and after learning that the lead attorney couldn't access my details when Ms. Johnson was unavailable, I decided it was time to find an attorney who would do their job in a timely manner with a firm that shared access to cases in case my attorney was unavailable. I found out that the only reason the lawsuit was brought against me was because of the delay in hearing from my attorney, which opposing counsel and in particular my husband assumed was caused by me stalling and dragging my feet. I have to incur much greater fees to go to court because of her lack of professionalism and perhaps her inability to handle her case load, and that is after 4 1/2 months and $4700 of accomplishing nothing. I am starting virtually from square one with a new attorney who in one week has accomplished more. I cannot in any way recommend her for help with legal matters due to her lack of performance. I gave her a two star rating because I couldn't bring myself to give only one star, even though she wasn't proactive -which meant reacting to the other attorney at every turn- and my case never moved forward in any perceptable or meaningful direction.
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21 Aug, 2017 by Carl
Ms. Johnson did a great job with my divorce. Initially, I had hired a local lawyer in Concord who was disaster. Luckily, through a mutual acquaintance, I was put in contact with Ms Johnson. She did such a fantastic job, I consider my fortune to having her represent me in court. Again, phenomenal lawyer.
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18 Aug, 2017 by Marco
Lisa Johnson represented me for a child custody case she was a very honest about everything from the beginning and very helpful she is straightforward and has her clinents best interest at heart
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15 Mar, 2016 by Samantha
Jennifer has never given the impression of a stone cold Attorney. While she means business in the courtroom and works diligently behind the scenes, she brings her heart into her work. She Responds within a timely manner and makes herself available to address questions & concerns. She has fought long & hard for my family & there's no one else I would have. She has proven herself over and over. It is not often you might consider an attorney to be a trustworthy person (no jab intended), but I have felt my family was in the best of hands & I do trust her to have our best interest at heart. I feel confident with her at my side and know that you will too. If you're looking for someone to understand your case, to care about justice, & to get the job done, she is for you! You won't be disappointed.
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29 Jan, 2016 by Andrew
Worse attorney in concord! I had consulted three other attorneys in the area who had known about Ms.Robertsons work ethics and had even said that she was friends with opposing counsels attorney! Which now explains the mess that has to be cleaned up by my current attorney who has recommended I file a complaint to state bar. She had failed multiple times to respond and or clearly explain what the status of my case was. She kept saying my case was moving at an appropriate rate. Well I had a child support hearing which Ms.Robertson had mentioned I did not have to be present for because of my work schedule. Well the day of the hearing she had taken it upon herself to not update me as to what the outcome was. No phone call, no email, no letter, NOTHING! Two weeks later Ms.Robertson had finally decided to respond to my emails and said what my child support payment was plus $1,100 of backed child support that she had failed to mention when I (the plaintiff) had filed the lawsuit initially which was a year ago. She was extremely unprofessional in her emails and few times I would attempt to discuss the matter with her over the phone. Eventually I had to fire her and hire a new attorney because opposing counsel had informed me multiple times that Ms.Robertson and opposing counsels attorney would discuss issues that were only meant for Ms.Robertson and myself. If you are a dad please look else where for an attorney. This attorney talks a good game but is a poor representive for single fathers who want to protect their children.
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27 Jan, 2016 by Michael kennedy
I hired Mrs. Jennifer Robertson for Child Custody & Support.
Mrs. Roberston is very Professional, Personable, Straight Forward, and Gets Results. I had the notion that the Father always gets the Blunt End of the Deal. Mrs. Robertson proved that theory wrong with my case.
I will Recommend Mrs. Jennifer Rutherford Roberston to all my friends and family, as well as obtain her for any future issues that arise in her Field of Services.
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06 Nov, 2015 by Charles
Not only did she believe in me, she actually understood my deteriorated situation and felt enough compassion to work with me on the terms of her retainer. Allowing me ample time and opportunity to pay her in installments up to the point of my court date.
I appreciated the fact that she was upfront with me as well as very informative in light of what to expect as my case progressed. I know that having a well-versed attorney surely can influence the outcome of ones case.
She maintained positive contact with me throughout and handled my case very professionally and to be quite honest, she even followed through with me on the aftermath of my case, although the term of the retainer had expired.
It is this--her heart-felt compassion for people and her work in her community, that led me to Mrs. Williams.
As I told her, it was truly a blessing to have met her; to bring about the process of total reconciliation of my legal affairs.
May I submit Attorney Nisha G. Williams, as highly favored and most highly recommended as a multi-faceted and extremely capable attorney for a myriad of general or even specialized concerns a person may have.
(services rendered July 2015 thru Oct. 2015)
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09 Dec, 2014 by Cam
Attorney Williams did an excellent job at handling my case. She was swift and provided me with the results that she said she would provide in the time frame she said she would. I'm extremely pleased with her.
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08 Dec, 2014 by Anonymous
Ms. Williams took on our custody case and although she was "affordable", she lacked experience in custody, domestic violence and abuse issues. After we hired her, she did not speak in our hearing and allowed another lawyer, unfamiliar with our case, to take the lead in court, resulting in evidence and information that we had gathered not being presented to the judge on our behalf. Subsequently, we lost custody of our child. We sent numerous documents to Ms. Williams that we felt supported our case, and even though she acknowledged receipt of those items in a timely manner, we felt that she did not properly review them to set our case up in court. Ms. Williams gave us advice about child-support that we later found was inaccurate; and did not inform us entirely of our rights as we asked her to do. Her last-minute, night-before the hearing phone call about "how we were going to approach this" (our case) left us uneasy, very disturbed and completely anxious all night and though the court hearing. We felt very unrepresented and that she did the least possible for the money given to her (which was a lot for our family). We were very disappointed with her "services."
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03 Jun, 2017 by Anonymous
To start, let me say shame on me for not doing enough research to protect my family from getting taken advantage of. I thought that researching lawyers in the area, checking online reviews and following up with a call to speak with someone at this firm about my estate planning needs would have sufficed, but after the experience I had, I’ve learned that I need to educate myself (and others) much more about what to expect.
I called their office to learn more about the firm's estate planning process, fees, etc. I spoke with William. He was very nice and informative (so I thought). He told me to set up an initial consultation for which there would be a charge ($150 for up to 30 minutes, $250 for 60 minutes). When I asked what the fees were for the creation of a will, POA, etc., he didn’t know specifically. I asked if the consultation fee would be rolled up into the cost of the estate planning. He didn’t know, but asked Tiffany. He came back and said yes, that’s often the case.
My wife and I adjusted our work schedules and picked up our 10 month old daughter early from daycare to come to the consultation. It lasted no more than 20 minutes. Frankly, everything that was shared was stuff we could have read about online for free. During this chat, we learned that the firm charges a flat fee of $1,000/person for the will and two power of attorney documents. And that the $150 consultation fee doesn’t apply to flat fee scenarios.
For us personally, the consultation didn’t add value for the price we paid. We didn’t have to have it in person. They could have easily shared those basics via the firm's website or we could have read about them elsewhere online. That would have saved us $150. All possible if the person that answers the phone is equipped to answer questions from potential clients about what they’re actually going to get out of the in-person consultation. In posting this review, my hope is that you're able to better educate yourself on the topic/process so that you can better spend your hard earned dollars.
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21 Oct, 2016 by Sharon
Mr. Ellis represented me in a very unusual and tense custody case. From the moment I walked into his office, I was treated with respect and consideration from the entire staff. There was not a single moment during the process of preparing for court or in court that I was not confident in our strategy or Mr. Ellis' capability to represent my interests.
Mr. Ellis was also a consummate professional even in response those who were not. It was very apparent that he was well respected by both the judge and other attorneys. And the outcome was exactly what I'd hoped for.
Considering Mr. Ellis is one of the best attorneys for custody and divorce matters in North Carolina, his fees are incredibly reasonable. The way his office handles and bills cases is precise, conscientious and designed to benefit the client.
The only thing I wish I'd done differently is be a better listener. Do everything Gray tells you to do!
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29 Sep, 2015 by Michael
In 2012 I hired Gray Ellis as my family lawyer in a child custody case. He was able to get me more time that I had originally agreed too. Throughout the case, Gray kept in contact with me. If I called and Gray wasn't able to answer me at that moment, contact was made within 2 hours during regular business hours. If it was after business hours, I was contacted within 3 to 4 hours. While all this is great, the thing that impressed upon me most was that Gray was more about giving me the best outcome for my money rather than the most money for the best outcome.
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07 Jun, 2024 by Jacquelyn wilts
Mr Peniston and his team took my case and won it for me when other attorneys had led me on and dropped in the mud.Thank you Sir..I am forever in your debt.Most Sincerely, Jacquelyn J.Wilts
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02 Jun, 2022 by Jc
I’m so glad I hired Mr. Lundell. He took my case with only two weeks before the custody case. He heard my concerns figured what was or would be the best outcome. Now I have (50/50) joint legal custody of my son and can finally spend time with him. No more crying, and sleepless nights. Thank you Kirk.
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17 Apr, 2022 by Ken knight
Great group, Zach Deason will go the distance for you. I would definitely recommend him, and I would definitely use him again
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04 Jun, 2019 by Anonymous
I had hoped when I initially hired Ms. Vanhook that because she had been a former family court judge that she would know all of the ins, outs, loopholes, and best ways to sway judgements for her clients. She doesn't. I thought because she was a mom, that she would be sympathetic for my particular situations and predicaments, she wasn't. I thought because of time constraints and my location she would work hard to fast track my case, nope. I actually felt like she was partnering with my ex's attorney to keep continuing the case so I could not get custody of my son, and told her so. Firing her did not make it clear I was done with her lack of professionalism and assistance. She took money from me to do a job that wasn't done. I stopped paying her and told her that there would not be another dime until she got me to court. I feel she should refund my money, as I did her job myself. The most she did was file a motion for me, that I paid for, and appear in court for the weekly sorting of cases and agree with counsel to continue continuing the case. I don't think that was worth what I paid, as that may have equaled less than 30 minutes of time dealing with my case alone. She never, in her tenure on my case, let me know my son needed to be subpoenaed to appear, he's 12. She never truly gave me the information I asked for and rarely took it upon herself to contact me. Firing her twice didn't make a dent for her to withdraw, until I took matters in my own hands with a judge.
Don't use this attorney for child custody/divorce. Ms. Vanhook does not put the needs of her clients first. If you want updates or questions answered, you have to contact and contact and contact Ms. Vanhook before you get an answer, which is probably a half-truth answer at best.
I got myself on the docket for my custody trial. I may not be an attorney, or handled myself perfectly in court, or was told I had to subpoena my son, so he did not get to include his voice and let the court know how he felt, but I got the job done and I am now waiting on my court order from the judge. I am glad this is over and no matter what happens, I know it's more than I could have expected from Ms. Vanhook based on Ms. Vanhook's previous work and care on my case.
I had to give her at least one star, but in my opinion, deserves none.
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03 Apr, 2018 by Mena
I hired Danya to help get custody of my three children, and she fought hard for me. The divorce process is tough, and not only is it emotionally difficult and physically draining. The actual legal process itself is simply unchartered territory for for me. My divorce was one of the most painful and grueling experience of my life, and Danya help me successfully navigate this nightmare! I felt as though Danya genuinely cared about me, and the fate of my children. She listen to my perspective, and my opinions, and incorporated that into her thinking for the case, if it was appropriate. Danya didn't sugar coat anything, and she got me through making tough choices that would be best for me and my children. My case was complicated or that I made it complicated because, I was in playing shocked by my my ex-husband's ridiculous unjustified financial demands! Danya has the experience and is knowledgeable of the law. She worked my child custody case in the most cost-effective possible. Danya does not implify the attorney stereotype of those seeking only to make a profit. She is a good person and someone, I also consider to be a friend!
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20 Mar, 2018 by Shawna
We hired Danya to represent our son with a difficult case involving many charges. The entire process was long through the court system, Danya stayed by our side through the whole thing. She represented us well and all charges were dropped. I could not be happier with her service and dedication to our son. Would recommend 100%. Thank you Danya
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17 Mar, 2021 by Terrence
Choosing the correct attorney to represent you in a court of law is CRITICAL. I am so thankful that I came across Christine at Eatmon Lawfirm, when I say "life safer" I mean it! A complete professional with the experience to match!
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11 Mar, 2021 by Anonymous
Mrs. Eatmon assisted me with amending my separation agreement. Very precise and professional, I am very thankful for her help and always felt she had my best interests in mind.
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24 Feb, 2020 by Lawrence
I hired Christine Eatmon to fix a problem with my pension QDRO. She knew how to handle it, made the updates, represented them to the judge and got them filed expeditiously so that they didn't impact my retirement date.
Excellent work!
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12 Jan, 2023 by Anonymous
I hired Mr. Allen in 2019 while I was going through a separation with my ex-wife that ended in divorce. This was a very stressful, unpleasant and overwhelming time of my life. My ex-wife was making false accusations and asking for everything I had to my name - I needed help quickly. Mr. Allen explained everything to me...his strategy, how the law works, what to expect, best outcome, worst outcome - he was always pretty quick to respond to my calls, texts, emails, etc. I was extremely pleased with the outcome as we settled in mediation and the settlement was one that I thought was fair and that I was happy with. If it were not for Mr. Allen's zealous representation I fear I would have been clobbered and taken for everything I had. I absolutely recommend Mr. Allen for any type of family law case.
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17 May, 2016 by Dan jones
Scott keep it honest from the start and gave me great advise. He started helping me in 2014 and I had a bad start after losing the first case with my first Lawyer. Scott was doing such a great job with my friend I had to give me a chance which is something I would not regret. Scott understands the law very well and will help anyone that is willing to help themselves. He helped me get custody of my son so if you think it can't be done then you really should talk to him. Thanks again Scott for everything!
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08 Sep, 2015 by Anonymous
I hired Scott, when I was going through divorce child custody, and a lot of false claims were filed against me. I interviewed several lawyers and hired Scott, as I felt comfortable with him. He listened to me patiently and went through the court documents. I asked him to explain the process and he did explained what I should expect next. His paralegal James is certified paralegal and is superb in what he does. James helped me with the initial documents and the process.
Scott has a great document management system. Whatever documents I gave him till now, he never lost those and had those when we needed them. Scott asked me whether I want to settle or go to court. I wanted to go to court and he went with it. During the initial hearing and all the subsequent hearings he fought for my rights and presented my case diligently and proved the claims by the other party to be false. Most of the lawyers, will tell you settle as it saves them and the court time, but it might not be always in your best interest. Scott is not those lawyers, he really cares about his clients and is not afraid to litigate or fight for his client’s right in the court.
My case went through the approximately 15 months with different hearings etc. All these times, Scott has treated me with respect and did his best for my case. Divorce and custody cases are hard, as these drain you emotionally and financially. A lot of lawyers will try to linger your case or will try to charge you excessive amount of fees. Scott never tried to linger my case or charge me inappropriately.
The most important thing is, most lawyers will be nice when they have to take your case, but when the going gets tough and difficult in the divorce case or custody case; they would ask you to look for another lawyer or will ask to be excused from your case. Scott is not such lawyer; he is there for you from the beginning till the end. He is well reputed and well respected among his peers and in the community. He’s been practicing family law for over 20 years. Throughout my case, I had peace of mind that I have best lawyer looking out for my case and who is not afraid to go extra mile for my case.
Scott never promised me the moon or the stars; he always said he will do his best as the case outcome can’t be guaranteed. He did his best. In all hearing, he gave me more than ample time for the trial preparation. He always answered my emails promptly, despite his busy schedule. One time, I had to visit my child out of state and I had driven 7 hours one way and the other parent won’t let me see my child. I immediately contacted Scott and he immediately contacted the lawyer of my ex and that allowed me to see my child the next day. It was a weekend; most lawyers won’t respond to you even if it’s emergency situation on a weekend. That single action by Scott, earned a lot of my respect and regard for him.
I would highly recommend Scott Allen for anyone looking for the best lawyer for Child Custody, Alimony, Divorce & Separation and for family law related matters. If you ask me, who is the lawyer who will stand by you from the beginning till the end, who will be around through your roller coaster ride of the Child Custody, Alimony, Divorce & Separation etc., I would say Scott Allen. He truly cares about his clients and is one of the best lawyers.
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Jennifer Spyker recently and successfully represented me in an important case. Ms. Spyker was clearly knowledgeable with highly relevant experience in the law relevant to my case and she worked efficiently and professionally on my behalf. She presented options to me, with a very frank and honest discussion of the pros and cons of each to allow make the best choice possible. She kept me informed every step of the way, was responsive to all of my questions and always accessible to me. I never felt that she was too busy for me.
It was very clear that Ms. Spyker cares very deeply about making sure that her clients are protected. She is empathetic and provided support and guidance so that I never felt alone in my case. She consistently advocated very strongly but professionally for me. I was grateful to have her support and she will always be my first choice in legal matters. I am certain that her calm demeanor coupled with her professional and straightforward nature was essential to the positive outcome in my case and the speed at which it was reached.
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24 Jun, 2024 by Mijah addison
Lauren Newton has been a godsend to me. With my complex case many people wouldn’t have took it on, but Lauren believed in me and wanted to seek justice for me kept me updated every step of the way, not only being my attorney, but being a friend when going through Traumatic experience. Lauren fought for me and I am forever grateful for her. I call her my small but mighty because she will get the job done.
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03 May, 2024 by Jhon harris
This law firm don't care about people's constitutional rights I got told from this law firm office, constitutional rights got violated but so what deal with it/ there go folks I just saved you a phone call
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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.
