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Monica Priscilla Da Silva, experienced Child Custody, Child Support attorney in Tampa, FL with 45 reviews
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30 Dec, 2024 by Peggy
I attempted to work with attorney Da Silva on a post divorce, contempt of court case which ended up taking several months with no progress. Much of my retainer went towards her reading my msgs asking for an update, msgs trying to contact her after not hearing from her for more than a month, or callsdiscussing information I had already provided to her. Some of my emails received a response but many did not, although I received invoices for her reading of my msgs. Twice, I received invoices for the same actions that I had already paid for and had to contact the office to bring this to attention of her legal assistant. When calling her office in an attempt to contact Ms. Da Silva, I was often told she was on vacation. I was informed by my ex that his attorney also had difficulty making contact with attorney Da Silva. I contacted her office multiple times, in writing and by phone, asking that my case be reassigned to another attorney due to lack of progress. My case was not transferred and I was assured that Ms. Da Silva would attend to my case. ln the end, she provided me with information I already had and no progress was actually made. I was left to find a new attorney. Finallly, Ms. Da Silva and her legal assistant refused to provide me with a written statement of how my retainer was spent, although I made several requests for this information. My requests for any remaining funds from my retainer were also ignored.
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Helbert Lopez, experienced Bankruptcy, Child Custody attorney in Tampa, FL with 296 reviews
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07 Feb, 2025 by Alicia gutierrez
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31 Jan, 2025 by Michael vu
My wife and I had a horrible experience using this law firm to prepare legal documents for us prior to our marriage. Their drafts are extremely sloppy with inaccurate data and misspellings all over the place. They likely offshore the preparation work because honestly who would misspell "Home Depot" or the name "Michael" multiple times in a legal document (and where is the review by a paralegal???). The most ridiculous part is they charge the clients for revisions to these careless mistakes. Sorry, but why are WE paying for YOUR mistakes??!?!? After our legal documents were finalized we had to chase them around to get a refund of the retainer. Again they charged us for the time it took for them to email us back (again why are WE paying for YOUR internal issues?). FINALLY after 3 months of the documents being finalized we got the final refund and we are at the point where we don't even want to bother arguing with them over the frivolous charges. We don't mind paying for high quality service, but their lack of quality and difficultly to deal with doesn't justify any price. STAY AWAY and watch your invoices because they will ROB you blind. Questionable business practices and lawyers.
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17 Jan, 2025 by Laudel zequeira
I called in to get information about a legal matter and they was very helpful they was able to answer all my questions 10 out of 10 I would definitely use this law firm in the future and would definitely recommend anybody Who might be going through a divorce? for sure
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Kellye Ito Hayashi Rodriguez, experienced Child Support, Juvenile Law attorney in Tampa, FL with 191 reviews
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12 Dec, 2024 by Juan r
Anthony Rickman is truly the best in the business! He’s punctual, communicates effectively, and works tirelessly to get the job done. Highly recommend his services!
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05 Dec, 2024 by Sean edwards
When you hire Anthony Rickman (and his firm)you feel like you're being represented by a good friend and that you're not just a client. I did not have representation initially not realizing my legal situation needed an attorney and not only an attorney a good one. Once I hired Anthony the slow legal process I was stuck in without his help, then moved swiftly and smoothly. The results he got on my charges were greater than expected. He made what seemed impossible, possible. Do yourself and your pocketbook a favor and call Anthony first. If you have spoken to other attorneys and still need representation, then call him next. Sean Edwards
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20 Nov, 2024 by Danielle albright
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David Anton, experienced Child Custody, Child Support attorney in Tampa, FL with 207 reviews
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10 Jan, 2025 by Char atwood
I hired the Fernandez firm about 2 years ago. I spoke with Mr. Fernandez myself. I signed all their paperwork and sent them everything they asked me for. I had some questions during this time, so I spoke with his Legal assistant by phone and email. I asked to speak with Mr. Fernandez on several occasions, to no avail. I also signed a paper saying I could not discuss my case with anyone else. I believe that the statute of limitations is past now, and I’ve still heard nothing. What my husband endured through horrible neglect he has still not recovered from. I’ve spoken with many doctors and nurses that told me this was pure neglect and never should have happened. I’m devastated.
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21 Nov, 2024 by Jason
Fantastic law firm
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16 Nov, 2024 by Rich gambino
Please stop sending scam emails to me pretending to be the government of Australia. Maybe stick with scamming your fellow Americans. You’re wasting my icloud space.
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Amy E. Warenyk, experienced Child Custody, Child Support attorney in Tampa, FL with 178 reviews
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19 Dec, 2024 by Alex chilsholm
I had a terrible experience with my previous attorney that really put me and my family in a compromising situation. I reached out to this firm to help me sort out my crisis and I am beyond pleased with Jeff Hankersson. Although I'm still in litigation its comforting to know they are extremely thorough with communicating and explaining the process. I highly recommend them.
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16 Dec, 2024 by Gabriella di piazza
Matthews Injury Law deserves more than 5 stars! From start to finish, they took care of everything. They handled all the billing, found me the right doctors, and had my case settled in just 6 months. Their professionalism, compassion, and efficiency made a difficult time so much easier. I never had to worry about a thing—they truly went above and beyond. God forbid I or someone I care about ever gets injured again, but if it happens, I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Matthews Injury Law. They’re simply amazing!
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08 Dec, 2024 by Andrew clay
Nearly a decade ago I was fortunate to find Marc Matthews! I had a thriving career when I was involved in a car wreck! The insurance carrier offered me $2,000 - it took some time and excellent legal skills in order to obtain a 7 figure settlement which made a huge difference for getting back on my feet and providing for my family. My life has moved on, I take care of the injuries, I’m back to work and live a good life, which would not be possible without being represented by Marc so long ago! It matters who you chose - You won’t find a more intelligent, dedicated or skilled Attorney to be your strongest advocate in your toughest time! Thank you Marc!
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Alberto Ulpiano Ayo, experienced Adoption, Child Custody attorney in Tampa, FL with 78 reviews
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26 Nov, 2024 by Chayanne
I had a 10/10 experience with this law firm. David Shobe: I will forever be grateful for your representation. You were always kind, professional, and never wasted time; you always spoke with relevance in support of my case. The fact that you were affected in your personal life from a devastating hurricane, yet didn’t let this hinder you from providing me a spectacular representation at my hearing just a week after this catastrophic hurricane is incredible. David, you are a great man who deserves all the merit. Thank you for a great outcome, on behalf of myself and my son. The firm: I am grateful for how easy to work with you all were from start to finish. Originally, I had my consultation with Jason. Despite Jason having a conflicting hearing date thus being unable to represent me, he still offered a helpful consultation and referred me to a phenomenal attorney, David Shobe from the same law group. Thank you.
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30 Sep, 2024 by Deb b
Ms. Jeana Vogel was attentive, extremely knowledgeable, returned communication promptly, and our work together was seamless. I felt very supported and heard and would and have recommended her to friends. She is definitely an asset to this firm, and I am so incredibly grateful for her top notch work.
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12 Sep, 2024 by Marc tauchnitz
It has been a few years since I was represented by Jeana Vogel in a custody dispute, I recently had the opportunity to refer her to a friend. That is when I realized that I had not provided a review of her performance. Her attention to detail and ability to set expectations was what impressed me. I have heard horror stories from people about not having a clue what was coming. I never had that feeling due to her clarity and ability to explain the process. She provided options while explaining the probability of their success. It is very easy to feel alone in any court proceeding especially in Family Court. I never once felt that I was alone or that I did not have the best advocate for my case. Thank you Jeana for everything!!
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Kevin Alan Fuller, experienced Appeals, Child Custody attorney in Tampa, FL with 78 reviews
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26 Nov, 2024 by Chayanne
I had a 10/10 experience with this law firm. David Shobe: I will forever be grateful for your representation. You were always kind, professional, and never wasted time; you always spoke with relevance in support of my case. The fact that you were affected in your personal life from a devastating hurricane, yet didn’t let this hinder you from providing me a spectacular representation at my hearing just a week after this catastrophic hurricane is incredible. David, you are a great man who deserves all the merit. Thank you for a great outcome, on behalf of myself and my son. The firm: I am grateful for how easy to work with you all were from start to finish. Originally, I had my consultation with Jason. Despite Jason having a conflicting hearing date thus being unable to represent me, he still offered a helpful consultation and referred me to a phenomenal attorney, David Shobe from the same law group. Thank you.
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30 Sep, 2024 by Deb b
Ms. Jeana Vogel was attentive, extremely knowledgeable, returned communication promptly, and our work together was seamless. I felt very supported and heard and would and have recommended her to friends. She is definitely an asset to this firm, and I am so incredibly grateful for her top notch work.
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12 Sep, 2024 by Marc tauchnitz
It has been a few years since I was represented by Jeana Vogel in a custody dispute, I recently had the opportunity to refer her to a friend. That is when I realized that I had not provided a review of her performance. Her attention to detail and ability to set expectations was what impressed me. I have heard horror stories from people about not having a clue what was coming. I never had that feeling due to her clarity and ability to explain the process. She provided options while explaining the probability of their success. It is very easy to feel alone in any court proceeding especially in Family Court. I never once felt that I was alone or that I did not have the best advocate for my case. Thank you Jeana for everything!!
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Jeana Debra Vogel, experienced Adoption, Child Custody attorney in Tampa, FL with 78 reviews
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26 Nov, 2024 by Chayanne
I had a 10/10 experience with this law firm. David Shobe: I will forever be grateful for your representation. You were always kind, professional, and never wasted time; you always spoke with relevance in support of my case. The fact that you were affected in your personal life from a devastating hurricane, yet didn’t let this hinder you from providing me a spectacular representation at my hearing just a week after this catastrophic hurricane is incredible. David, you are a great man who deserves all the merit. Thank you for a great outcome, on behalf of myself and my son. The firm: I am grateful for how easy to work with you all were from start to finish. Originally, I had my consultation with Jason. Despite Jason having a conflicting hearing date thus being unable to represent me, he still offered a helpful consultation and referred me to a phenomenal attorney, David Shobe from the same law group. Thank you.
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30 Sep, 2024 by Deb b
Ms. Jeana Vogel was attentive, extremely knowledgeable, returned communication promptly, and our work together was seamless. I felt very supported and heard and would and have recommended her to friends. She is definitely an asset to this firm, and I am so incredibly grateful for her top notch work.
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12 Sep, 2024 by Marc tauchnitz
It has been a few years since I was represented by Jeana Vogel in a custody dispute, I recently had the opportunity to refer her to a friend. That is when I realized that I had not provided a review of her performance. Her attention to detail and ability to set expectations was what impressed me. I have heard horror stories from people about not having a clue what was coming. I never had that feeling due to her clarity and ability to explain the process. She provided options while explaining the probability of their success. It is very easy to feel alone in any court proceeding especially in Family Court. I never once felt that I was alone or that I did not have the best advocate for my case. Thank you Jeana for everything!!
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Nilo Jose Sanchez Jr., experienced Child Custody, Child Support attorney in Tampa, FL with 14 reviews
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03 Jan, 2024 by Anonymous
Lawyer Sanchez didn't stand by my side; he always supported the other party and made fun of my English pronunciation because it's not my first language. He significantly favored my husband and never provided any advice or assistance when I needed it. This caused more pressure on me; it felt like my husband had two lawyers. He did everything possible to make me feel frustrated. If you're a woman, don't let him handle your case, or else you'll regret it. I was forced to seek another lawyer and ended up losing the initial payment I gave him.
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30 Jul, 2015 by James
If you need a Divorce lawyer who can handle the most impossible situations, money, psycho ex, and all the insanity of divorce, Nilo Sanchez should be your choice. He represented me in the most difficult time of my life. Nilo is smart, honest, and always prepared. I still can't believe he settled my case. Nilo, you were worth every dollar I spent. Thank you, again.
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09 Apr, 2015 by Julie
Mr Sanchez is a respectful and trustworthy attorney. I felt confident that he and his staff ALWAYS had my best interest in mind. He guided me through a difficult transition in my life, and I knew that I could trust that he would do all in his power to assist me. I can say with 100% certainty, that I would reccomend Mr. Sanchez to anyone requiring legal help.
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Larry Cangro, experienced Adoption, Child Support attorney in Tampa, FL with 131 reviews
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21 Feb, 2025 by Jl
Jordan M. Finley was outstanding from start to finish! His responsiveness, attentiveness, and patience made the entire process smooth and stress-free. He took the time to answer all my questions thoroughly, ensuring I felt confident every step of the way. I truly appreciate his professionalism and dedication, and I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend him to anyone looking for exceptional service!
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21 Feb, 2025 by K. crews
My experience with Jordan Finley was truly amazing. I'm so happy I trusted my gut and retained him as my lawyer right after my consultation. He honestly helped ease my fears. Letting him navigate me through this was the best decision he made the process seamless. I will recommend him to anyone seeking help with a bankruptcy. Trust the reviews he will exceed your expectations!
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21 Feb, 2025 by Helen baillargeon
Jordan and his team have been a huge help. He was always easy to contact, would explain things thoroughly and I always felt he genuinely cared about my outcome and our case. I highly recommend him for your legal needs.
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John Lawrence Marchione, experienced Child Custody, Child Support attorney in Tampa, FL with 32 reviews
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20 Feb, 2025 by Rachel moates
I was so fortunate to be referred to Mr. Michael McLaughlin and his professional and responsive team, in a very difficult time in my life. When you are injured and are suffering Michael will listen and understand. His focus was my recovery and on my victory. I will recommend him to everyone and pray I won’t have to. My situation was very personally and I can’t thank Mr. McLaughlin enough for listening and acting on my behalf.
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16 Jan, 2025 by Larry hatfield
Matt answered all my questions and gave me very sound advice.I would definitely use him going forward.Thank you.
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12 Dec, 2024 by Randy walker
Don Greiwe is a great listener, very good in accessing the problem, sizing it up with applicable law, then properly advising the potential client the best route to take in receiving a favorable outcome. He was open and honest with me about my situation. A decent person and a knowable professional ATTORNEY. He now gets what he deserved from me.
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Charles Alexander Greene Jr., experienced Child Support, Criminal Defense attorney in Tampa, FL with 1 reviews
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16 Apr, 2012 by Brenda
Excellent lawyer , comapasssionete, smart, acted very quickly on my case and informed me my options to correct the misunderstanding between that agency and myself. Showed up to court on time Court and from my observation in court he is well respected by his peers,judges and court officers.Brenda
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Walter Dale Gabbard, experienced Child Support, Criminal Defense attorney in Tampa, FL with 1 reviews
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19 Apr, 2012 by Kytrina
dale gabbard has done a wonderful job on everything i have ever used him for. and has the best secretary. (debra) they are highly recommended. thank you for all you all have done for me. i love yall like family and yall always have been there for me and i just wanted the whole world to know. you all make a difference in this world......god bless
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Dalton David Dennis, experienced Business, Child Support attorney in Tampa, FL with 17 reviews
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01 Oct, 2024 by Machelle pickering
Kerven is phenomenal always on task, on point and get the job done!!!
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18 Sep, 2024 by Keith ring
Extremely knowledgeable and helpful
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01 Sep, 2024 by Vincent scarsella
Bishop Toups is a knowledgeable and personable young lawyer who provided excellent advice and services in connection with our estate planning needs. He made us feel comfortable and explained legal issues involved in a clear, precise manner that was easy to understand. Highly recommended!
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Hannah Michele Yoder, experienced Child Support attorney in Tampa, FL with 3 reviews
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28 Feb, 2024 by Michael bayern
I have known Brian Eves, an attorney with this law firm, as a professional colleague for a number of years. I have known Brian to be a great attorney. He has top notch legal analysis skills and is board certified in construction law. I would not hesitate to recommend Mr. Eves for your legal needs.
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Michael Lee Lundy, experienced Child Custody, Child Support attorney in Tampa, FL with 12 reviews
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16 Dec, 2023 by Anonymous
Took a large retainer and said he could help. Then admitted the case was beyond recovery.
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13 Oct, 2023 by Kate
Mike Lundy is an extremely competent and professional attorney. I would highly recommend him to those seeking the very best in legal counsel. He is an exceptional attorney with amazing skills. He is polished, articulate, well prepared, confident, understands complex financial matters and is very well respected among his peers and the judges. Mike is also very responsive and answered all my emails and phone calls in a timely manner. My case was a divorce modification case brought about by my ex-husband. Mike Lundy was not the attorney I used in my original divorce, but how I wish I had! My life would be entirely different. The most important decision anyone makes in a divorce is the choice of counsel. Choose wisely, because there are no do overs! I made a wise decision in selecting Mike Lundy to represent me during this tumultuous time. My case was contentious and long and unfortunately could not be settled outside the courtroom. Mike has amazing skills in the courtroom. His arguments are well prepared, concise and he is an exceptional strategist. I would strongly recommend him to anyone in need of the very best in legal representation. You will not be disappointed.
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09 Dec, 2018 by Cynthia
From the moment I met Michael, he was very thorough in explaining the specific details of what I could expect in my divorce case all the way to the day I finally got divorced. He was an excellent listener and was compassionate throughout the entire 2 years of my divorce. He was very kind, caring, personable and had an authentic interest in all the specifics of my life/case and continued to provide me with excellent advice every step of the way. His courtroom skills were top notch; he was extremely prepared, eloquent, confident, sharp, professional in every way as he presented my case in the courtroom. He was very responsive to every email, phone call and question I had was respectful of the time we spent working together. His team was consistently on top of the smaller details and also had a very compassionate professional manner while handling my case. Michael is unique and unlike most lawyers....he cares about his clients and demonstrates this in his client attorney relationship and in the courtroom.
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Raymond Ronald Pines, experienced Child Support, Criminal Defense attorney in Tampa, FL with 296 reviews
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07 Feb, 2025 by Alicia gutierrez
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31 Jan, 2025 by Michael vu
My wife and I had a horrible experience using this law firm to prepare legal documents for us prior to our marriage. Their drafts are extremely sloppy with inaccurate data and misspellings all over the place. They likely offshore the preparation work because honestly who would misspell "Home Depot" or the name "Michael" multiple times in a legal document (and where is the review by a paralegal???). The most ridiculous part is they charge the clients for revisions to these careless mistakes. Sorry, but why are WE paying for YOUR mistakes??!?!? After our legal documents were finalized we had to chase them around to get a refund of the retainer. Again they charged us for the time it took for them to email us back (again why are WE paying for YOUR internal issues?). FINALLY after 3 months of the documents being finalized we got the final refund and we are at the point where we don't even want to bother arguing with them over the frivolous charges. We don't mind paying for high quality service, but their lack of quality and difficultly to deal with doesn't justify any price. STAY AWAY and watch your invoices because they will ROB you blind. Questionable business practices and lawyers.
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17 Jan, 2025 by Laudel zequeira
I called in to get information about a legal matter and they was very helpful they was able to answer all my questions 10 out of 10 I would definitely use this law firm in the future and would definitely recommend anybody Who might be going through a divorce? for sure
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Jonathan Alan Bodden, experienced Child Support, Litigation attorney in Tampa, FL with 141 reviews
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20 Feb, 2025 by Benette gilbert
I couldn’t be happier with my decision to have Anton and Garcia represent me in my divorce. From start to finish, Christina, Ashley, and Brook were an absolute pleasure to work with. Their professionalism, dedication, and attention to detail were truly outstanding. They communicated clearly and promptly, ensuring I always felt informed and supported throughout the process. Their hard work and commitment to achieving the best possible outcome exceeded my expectations. I highly recommend Anton and Garcia to anyone in need of exceptional legal representation during a divorce. Benette
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23 Jan, 2025 by Garrett mayo
It was a timely process and stubborn at the other end of the equation meaning ex spouse. But Jonathan did a great job and got me the maximum that I was asking for. This firm definitely conducted themselves professionally, and I will never use anybody else. Highly recommended
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03 Oct, 2024 by Tania doucet
Although I did not have custody requirements my divorce was complicated and abusive. I was on the verge of obtaining my US citizenship, I was not permitted to reside at any of our properties (Resulting in me needing to move six times in 2023), We had several properties to liquidate in two countries (multiple provinces/states), There was domestic violence during the marriage and plenty of post separation abuse and abuse of everyone involved in the case, including realtors insurance companies, utility companies etc. Christina assigned my case to Jonathan Bodden (although she did maintain an oversight role) And they both definitely had to think outside the box in order to get all of this resolved while at the same time protecting my Citizenship process and personal safety. And as though things weren’t complicated enough, the governor reduced alimony requirements halfway through the case. Jonathan navigated these issues within a very broken system as best as he possibly could. They were both intensely concerned about my safety (At times it felt like they were the only ones) and all their recommendations made this a priority. Jonathan was always supremely professional in the face of extremely frustrating circumstances. If you have a difficult or complicated divorce, I would highly recommend Anton Garcia Law To represent you. It still won’t be easy and they can’t make it all go away, but they are committed to representing and protecting their clients even in the worst circumstances.
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Dena Thompson-Estes, experienced Child Support, Probate attorney in Tampa, FL with 45 reviews
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22 Jan, 2025 by Jennifer dalusio
This is my second time working with the Women’s Law Group. Debbie represented me in both of my divorces. I wouldn’t have chosen anyone else. She is the best!
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12 Oct, 2023 by Shannon carie
Attorney’s Davis & Estes are top notch. As a Woman going through a divorce let a strong, educated woman be by your side. Wish I had them on retainer sooner!
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16 Jun, 2023 by Laura taylor
Very professional!
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Robert Angstadt, experienced Child Custody, Child Support attorney in Tampa, FL with 9 reviews
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23 Aug, 2024 by Tiffany
Robert is the BEST family law attorney you will ever find! When I say he will fight for you and your children as if it was his own personal case, this is your guy! He is tenacious, organized, committed and extremely intelligent. We came out on top because he wouldn’t back down until the truth came out and the girls were saved. He truly saved innocent children from a horrific environment. He is the absolute best around!
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27 Feb, 2024 by Tony
John Robert Angstadt is expensive and doesn't really worth all that money. I currently have him in my case but don't want to disclose my name
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21 Oct, 2019 by Tony rucker
Mr. Angstadt you are the best of best I would have never thought I would get custody of my daughter. You bring nothing more than 5 star results to the table everytime I call on you job well done. You will be highly recommend to my friend's and family members. Keep up the great work.
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Lana Ruth Zabriskie, experienced Child Support, Litigation attorney in Tampa, FL with 246 reviews
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13 Jan, 2025 by Mary saldana
READ THIS AND CHECK OTHER REVIEWS.. FIND SOMEONE ELSE. I hired this attorney back in July 2024 on a case against a car dealership and since then I have not been able to get any communication back from him or his office regarding the status of this case. In fact, the last I heard from him was October in which he states he will get back with me on an update. Many many phone calls and messages left for him and many many unanswered emails later i have heard not one word back. I paid his fee in full when I hired him and now am left with no result. I will be getting with the Florida Bar and submitting a complaint there also.
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Shazia Nagamia Sparkman, experienced Appeals, Child Custody attorney in Tampa, FL with 21 reviews
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08 Aug, 2024 by Anonymous
DO NOT RETAIN SHAZIA SPARKMAN OR SPARKMAN LAW TO REPRESENT YOU! I retained her on very short notice without doing my research AND BOY DID I PAY FOR IT. Her office is understaffed and her Legal Assistants turned over 3 times in less than a year. NEVER PRODUCED AN INVOICE, BUT ALWAYS ASKING FOR MORE MONEY. She was late to every meeting, in person or ZOOM. Her office filed incorrect Financial Affd. with the court, in short, I FIRED HER. My new Attorney has requested over and over for her office to release all of my information to no avail. Even the opposing attorney was disgusted with her lack of response and I am having to produce again. If I had the multitude of errors coming out of my office that she had come out of hers, I would be out of business. Only now am I seeing all the bad reviews about this law firm...hind site is 20/20...stay clear of this firm.
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19 May, 2024 by Anonymous
My case had been on hold way too long and after hiring Ms. Sparkman for her expertise and urgency, I then waited 6 months with minimal communication from her or her firm and nothing filed. I decided to part ways extremely discouraged and having spent outrageous precious resources.
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28 Apr, 2019 by Pricilla& joel
Shazia is compassionate, she truly cares about her clients. She is intelligent & professional. She is amazing we couldn’t have found a better attorney. After the bad experience with the last attorney she has definitely done a total turn around. Shazia is so great at what she does, she is aggressive when needed, she stands up for what’s right, and she will not allow others to abuse the system and get away with things that are not right. We have an alienation case and she truly knows how to deal with this, not many attorneys do. Don’t be scared to hire her because she is truly the best thing that’s happened in this high conflict custody situation. Thank you Shazia for your transparency and giving your all into this case!!!
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Lakeisha R Simms, experienced Child Custody, Child Support attorney in Tampa, FL with 7 reviews
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01 Apr, 2022 by Anonymous
Horrible communication skills and does not follow up with you. I would not recommend. Find an attorney that will address your concerns in a reasonable time not weeks later
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05 Nov, 2015 by Kelley
We hired Ms. Simms to handle a child support issue for us in Florida as we reside in Arizona, and she did an amazing job! Ms. Simms went above and beyond for us not to mention her prices were great! We have used some of the top firms, and most expensive lawyers money could buy over the last three years in Florida and I would rehire Ms. Simms over any of those firms any day of the week! We are very happy with our outcome and would recommend this attorney to anyone needing a great family law attorney that does her job, and does it very well!! Thank you so very much for all of your hard work!
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19 Mar, 2015 by Michael
After an extensive search and consultations with almost 10 attorneys, I chose Lakeisha Simms to handle my Child Support Modification case. Modification petitions are usually straight forward but mine had a few complexities to it that Ms. Simms handled competently and admirably. Nearly every one of her predictions regarding how long the process would take to resolution, what I could expect, etc., were all dead-on accurate. Ms. Simms was professional, courteous, and usually responded quickly to any questions and concerns I had; all that in spite of losing one of their assistants during a very busy time. Furthermore, the Coleman Law Groups' rates are VERY reasonable, their billing / invoicing procedures and reports are clear and easy to understand. The level of service one receives for such reasonable rates holds a very high value proposition to me. I would not hesitate to recommend Ms. Simms and the Coleman Law Group.
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Dimary Casiano Cotty, experienced Child Support, Immigration attorney in Tampa, FL with 184 reviews
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02 Dec, 2024 by Karen flores
Increíble servicio. El abogado Jesús y su equipo excelentes, muy paciente a la hora de orientarte en tus trámites migratorios, gracias 🙏
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14 Nov, 2024 by Ram devender
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14 Nov, 2024 by Amy nowalk
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Deborah Marie Schmitt, experienced Child Custody, Child Support attorney in Tampa, FL with 80 reviews
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12 Nov, 2024 by Bonnie roe
Mr. Rechel is very knowledgeable and experienced in Family Law. He will not waste a moment of his client's time or money. Excellent results. Highly recommend. Furthermore, if opposing counsel wants to deal nonsense with Theodore Rechel, Esq., or Jennifer Todd, Esq., well... they've lost their whole entire minds.
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24 Oct, 2024 by Joel abraham
Thanks to Ted and his team, they are more than excellent, they are exceptional. I can say that I have my daughter back thanks to Ted and his team. He won't rest until you get results.
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19 Jun, 2024 by Maria estrada
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Jennifer Lynn Todd, experienced Child Custody, Child Support attorney in Tampa, FL with 79 reviews
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12 Nov, 2024 by Bonnie roe
Mr. Rechel is very knowledgeable and experienced in Family Law. He will not waste a moment of his client's time or money. Excellent results. Highly recommend. Furthermore, if opposing counsel wants to deal nonsense with Theodore Rechel, Esq., or Jennifer Todd, Esq., well... they've lost their whole entire minds.
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24 Oct, 2024 by Joel abraham
Thanks to Ted and his team, they are more than excellent, they are exceptional. I can say that I have my daughter back thanks to Ted and his team. He won't rest until you get results.
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Gareth D Getzin, experienced Child Custody, Child Support attorney in Tampa, FL with 5 reviews
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31 Aug, 2018 by Fernando
I contacted Mr Getzin to take care of my divorce, I got him all the information that he requested and the payment, everything was fine on the first 7 or 8 months, but then things just stop moving, I will contact him and he will apologice and justify the fact that he was busy and other things, he say that will contact the judge and arrange the court day and prepare this paper or this other paper and that he will let me know later and update me on the case, finally I ask for copies of the documentation that he send to court and everything so I can consult another lawyer because he was taking too long, he give me nothing and told me that he could not continue with my case and that he was going to tell a "friend" to take care of it, my case was dismissed by the judge because he as my legal representation stopped doing his job, wasted 2 years time, money and stress...
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16 Jan, 2018 by Anonymous
My fiance and I rented a place from a local property management company. We had some concerns while we rented but we did not expect what would happen when we moved out. The company attempted to charge us an insane amount of money and threatened to take us to court even though we satisfied the terms of our agreement upon vacating the property. We felt vulnerable and just stuck; we'd never encountered an issue like this. We immediately reached out to Mr. Getzin and were extremely satisfied with our decision. He educated us every step of the process, we felt empowered and ultimately came to an agreeable resolution. Thank you for your assistance!
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15 Mar, 2017 by Lve
Gareith was professional, timely, honesty and friendly. He has ushered me through one of the most difficult times on my life with the legal system. I would recommend anyone to utilize his service.
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Grace Marica Samarkos, experienced Child Support attorney in Tampa, FL with 68 reviews
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14 Feb, 2025 by Olivia s.
My experience with Amir left me feeling so much more at ease after an unexpected conflict. His understanding of the law and application shows a depth of character and honesty. Previous dealings with lawyers left me feeling like I was being talked down to rather that respectfully as a client. Thank you Amir for relieving me of so much anxiety and stress! great team to have on your side! Amir is very. I recommend him to anyone needing legal advice and/ or representation.
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14 Feb, 2025 by Manifest meka
I had the pleasure of working with Nichelle Womble, Esq for my son's adoption, and I couldn't have asked for a better experience. She was incredibly professional, kind, and thorough throughout the entire process. Her communication was excellent, whether by phone or email, and she kept me informed every step of the way. Her expertise and genuine care made what could have been a stressful process feel smooth and manageable. I highly recommend her to anyone in need of a knowledgeable and compassionate attorney. My family and I are so grateful for what she has done for us. Thank you Nichelle! S. Carnegie
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14 Feb, 2025 by Shivana sooklal
Ran into a situation where I needed a pretty quick turnaround. Got in contact with Amir and his team - they were QUICK to follow up, understand the details and react. They provided excellent care, guidance and reassurance in a crucial time. They were compassionate and really went above and beyond what I could have asked for. Definitely recommend and would 100% call again if ever needed!
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Alex Hajaistron, experienced Appeals, Business attorney in Tampa, FL with 9 reviews
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05 Sep, 2022 by Brandan berg
Has horrible communication.. I wish I could put 0 stars. I would never use this lawyer for anything. Known this lawyer for 10 years and he only wants your money doesn’t want to do any work..
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13 Dec, 2021 by Joey
Yet again the legal eagle prevails. I was forced into an unfortunate situation having to defend myself violently in my own home. Subsequently I was arrested for domestic battery against a male assailant. After Mr. Hajaistorn negotiated my Hasty release the legal team went to work. In a time of uncertainty, and the courts being far behind, Alex and his team were able to reduce my violent charges to disturbing the peace plus nominal fine.., also withheld from my record. Once again I highly recommend Alex hajaistorn attorney at law for all of your legal needs and woes!
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24 Nov, 2021 by Nathanial
Mr. Hajaistron, Esq. is the attorney you want to be representing you. He will go above and beyond to not only treat you with dignity and respect but also like you are family. He takes the time to carefully and meticulously go over the finite details of your case to provide the absolute best possible representation. No matter what your concern is, he takes the time to listen and more importantly doesn't sugarcoat the matter, he will tell you plainly and clearly what to expect and what the goals are, whether positive or negative, and when negative he absolutely takes ownership in order to tell you how to accomplish the best possible outcome. I'd hire Mr. Hajaiston any day, and I personally keep him on retainer.
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Alexander Michael Bottone, experienced Child Support attorney in Tampa, FL with 3 reviews
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14 Jan, 2025 by Mark
I am not a client of Solomon, but my ex-wife used their services. STAY AWAY if you want to save money. They will just rack up your bill. My attorney fees were a fraction of what Solomon charges, and we only did our required Mandatory Disclosure and Financial Affadavit. They will spend hours and hours on what others could probably do in a fraction of the time. Go somewhere else and save yourself the headache. If you don't believe just read the other reviews that talk about the ridiculous charges they had to pay.
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05 Mar, 2021 by Kourtney
I called Alex’s office for a consultation when I was looking to retain counsel for a paternity suit. I had spoken with other reputable attorneys in town already and I was told by friends to call the Solomon Group. Alex was the lucky one to consult with me. Let me just start by saying, I’m not the easiest to deal with and I was going through some major life issues becoming a single mom with a demanding job and an ex that had been making life difficult. Alex took the time to answer my detailed questions and gave me examples of other cases where similar situations had happened. That showed me they had the experience to deal with my complex case and this wouldn’t be their first time. He did not rush me off the phone and he really took the time to understand my entire situation. I was even advised that I didn’t need to retain them until I was served since I wasn’t married, so that showed me they weren’t just trying to get a retainer out of me. I appreciated that approach as my job is in sales and I do not like to be “sold” something. The consultative approach was very much appreciated and I hired Alex and his group for my case. Alex and Matt were responsive to me throughout the entire case and when it came time for mediation, they were both by my side. I felt I had the best team defending me, my children and my home. This case involved real estate and Alex’s group was experienced enough to be able to handle both the family law and real estate portions. My case is settled now and although no one ever feels like they “won”, I feel that Alex and Matt helped get me a reasonable outcome and in an efficient amount of time so that I can move on with my life. I can’t thank Alex and Matt enough for their hard work. I would recommend hiring them to anyone in need of a family law attorney.
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05 Sep, 2020 by Andres cifuentes
I have had an Amazing experience, He is easy to work with, responsive and so professional! He helped me to solved my Divorce case, I definitely recommend him.
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What a Child Support Lawyer Can Do for You

A child support lawyer specializes in legal issues related to the financial support that one parent provides to another for the upbringing of their children. These lawyers assist with establishing, enforcing, and modifying child support orders, ensuring that the financial needs of the child are met, including housing, food, healthcare, education, and other essentials. A child support lawyer can also represent parents in disputes over the amount of support, ensure fair calculations based on income, and handle legal proceedings if one parent fails to meet their obligations.

Whether you're seeking to establish child support, modify an existing order, or enforce payments, a child support lawyer can help you navigate the legal system and protect your rights and the well-being of your child.

When Should I Hire a Child Support Lawyer?

You should consider hiring a child support lawyer when you need assistance with any of the following child support matters:

  • Establishing child support: If you are going through a divorce or separation and need to establish a child support order, a lawyer can help ensure that the support amount is fair and accurately calculated.
  • Modifying child support orders: If there has been a significant change in circumstances, such as a job loss, income change, or a child's financial needs, a lawyer can help you request a modification to the existing child support order.
  • Enforcing child support payments: If the other parent has failed to make court-ordered child support payments, a lawyer can help enforce the order through legal means such as wage garnishment, property liens, or even legal action.
  • Disputing child support calculations: If you believe the child support amount has been incorrectly calculated based on your income or expenses, a lawyer can help you challenge the calculation and seek a fair adjustment.
  • Paternity disputes: If paternity needs to be established before child support can be ordered, a lawyer can assist with DNA testing and legal proceedings.
  • Interstate child support cases: If the parents live in different states, navigating child support laws can be complex. A lawyer can help ensure the proper jurisdiction is established and that child support is enforced across state lines.
  • Child support during custody disputes: If child custody and child support are being determined simultaneously, a lawyer can help ensure that both issues are resolved fairly and in the best interest of the child.

Hiring a lawyer early can help ensure that your child support case is handled effectively and that your child's financial needs are met.

What Does a Child Support Lawyer Do?

A child support lawyer provides a variety of legal services to help parents secure, modify, and enforce child support arrangements. Their responsibilities often include:

  • Filing for child support: A lawyer can help you initiate the legal process to obtain a child support order, ensuring that all necessary documentation is submitted and deadlines are met.
  • Calculating child support: A lawyer can help ensure that child support is calculated fairly based on both parents' incomes, the needs of the child, and other factors such as healthcare and education costs.
  • Negotiating child support agreements: If both parents are willing to negotiate, a lawyer can help facilitate an agreement on child support outside of court, which can then be approved by a judge.
  • Representing you in court: If negotiations fail or the other parent contests the child support amount, a lawyer will represent you in family court, presenting evidence and making legal arguments to support your case.
  • Modifying support orders: A lawyer can help you file a request for modification if circumstances change, such as a loss of income or an increase in the child’s financial needs.
  • Enforcing child support: If the other parent is not making court-ordered payments, a lawyer can take legal steps to enforce the order through wage garnishment, property liens, or other measures.
  • Handling complex cases: In cases involving high incomes, self-employment, or complicated financial situations, a lawyer can help ensure that all relevant factors are considered in determining child support.

How Are Child Support Lawyers Paid?

Child support lawyers typically charge for their services based on the complexity of the case and the type of legal work required. Common payment methods include:

  • Hourly rate: Most child support 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 will depend on how much time the lawyer spends on your case, including preparation, negotiations, and court appearances.
  • Flat fee: For more straightforward cases, such as uncontested child support agreements or basic modifications, some lawyers may offer a flat fee that covers all services related to the case.
  • Retainer: Many lawyers require a retainer, which is an upfront payment that is billed against as the lawyer works on your case. The amount of the retainer depends on the expected complexity of the case.
  • Sliding scale or pro bono services: Some lawyers offer sliding scale fees based on income or provide pro bono (free) services in cases where clients cannot afford to pay full legal fees, especially when children’s needs are at stake.

It’s important to discuss fees with your lawyer during the initial consultation to understand how much you will be charged and what services are covered.

How Much Does a Child Support Lawyer Cost?

The cost of hiring a child support lawyer varies depending on the complexity of the case, whether it's contested or uncontested, and the lawyer’s experience. General cost estimates include:

  • Uncontested child support cases: Legal fees may range from $1,500 to $5,000, depending on the complexity of the paperwork and the lawyer’s fees.
  • Contested child support cases: Legal fees can range from $5,000 to $20,000 or more, especially if the case involves significant court time.
  • Hourly rates: Lawyers typically charge between $150 and $500 per hour for child support cases, with higher rates for more experienced attorneys or cases that involve complex financial issues.
  • Modification or enforcement: Fees for modifying or enforcing a child support order may range from $2,000 to $10,000, depending on the complexity and the need for court intervention.

Always ask for a detailed cost estimate during your consultation so you can plan your budget accordingly.

Top Questions to Ask a Child Support Lawyer

Before hiring a child support lawyer, it’s important to ask questions to ensure they are the right fit for your case. Key questions to ask include:

  1. What experience do you have with child support cases?
    Ensure the lawyer has experience handling cases similar to yours, whether it’s establishing, modifying, or enforcing child support orders.
  2. How do you charge for your services?
    Clarify whether the lawyer charges by the hour, offers flat fees, or requires a retainer, and ask for a detailed estimate of the total cost.
  3. What is the likelihood of success in my case?
    Ask the lawyer for an honest assessment of your case and any potential challenges you may face.
  4. How long will the process take?
    Child support cases can take time, so ask the lawyer how long they expect the process to last and what factors may cause delays.
  5. Will you personally handle my case?
    In larger firms, junior attorneys or paralegals may handle parts of the case. Make sure you know who will be managing your case and representing you in court.
  6. What documents should I prepare?
    Ask the lawyer what financial documents and other information you should bring to help them calculate child support and build your case.

How to Check the Credibility of a Child Support Lawyer

To ensure you are hiring a reputable child support lawyer, take the following steps to verify their credentials and track record:

  • 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 have successfully handled child support cases similar to yours.
  • Read client reviews and testimonials: Look for client reviews on platforms like Avvo, Martindale-Hubbell, or Google to see what previous clients have said about the lawyer’s professionalism and success rate.
  • Ask for references: A credible lawyer should be able to provide references from past clients who have worked with them on child support matters.
  • Check for certifications: Some lawyers may have certifications in family law or membership in organizations like the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (AAML), which can indicate their expertise in child support and family law issues.

What Should I Prepare for My First Consultation?

To make the most out of your first consultation with a child support lawyer, it’s important to come prepared with relevant documents and information. Here’s what you should bring:

  • Income documents: Bring pay stubs, tax returns, W-2s, or any other documentation of your income and the other parent’s income, as this will be used to calculate child support.
  • Existing child support orders: If there are any existing child support or custody orders, bring copies for the lawyer to review.
  • Child-related expenses: Provide documentation of your child’s medical bills, education expenses, daycare costs, and any other expenses that should be factored into the child support calculation.
  • Communication with the other parent: Bring any communication between you and the other parent regarding child support, whether through emails, text messages, or written agreements.
  • List of questions: Prepare a list of questions about your case, the legal process, and the lawyer’s fees.

By preparing thoroughly for your consultation, you can help the lawyer assess your case more effectively and provide the best possible legal advice on how to proceed.

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