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28 Feb, 2024 by Archangel60
This is a lawyer who has no character ,does not do what he was hired for an appeal case so my property would not been stolen from ,his lack of knowledge, laziness, rudeness, lack of integrity is a nightmare caused me to be homeless on OCT 31,2016 WHEN I RETURN FROM MY PILGRIMAGE TO ROME AND FATIMA
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19 Oct, 2022 by Jesse
Adam Cortez has successfully taken care of all my business related issues. I have recommended Adam Cortez to family and business associates.
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22 Apr, 2022 by Anonymous
He helped me with my assault charges and had each one dismissed. He helped my friend with his DWI charges and got it dismissed also. He gives you his personal number and text back as soon as he can. I have no complaints with his service given.
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24 Aug, 2024 by Eric guerrero
Ms. Kelly K. Green worked on my case in 2007. She fought for me to get the less time and punishment. I’m thankful for her effort as being my attorney. One of the BEST attorneys out there, I promise u that! Matter of fact, I’m at her law firm as u read this knowing that something will be done hands down.
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12 Jun, 2024 by Ruth
No picture cause you will never see her or hear from her . She will send her husband who doesn't have a clue to what's going on, no phone call, no messages, no show, no Kelly, worse mistake
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06 Mar, 2023 by Anonymous
Ms Kelly ms hope and Mr Bob if you want good service I recommend the best keep up the good work
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26 Jan, 2024 by Gilberto
Seeing Judy work in a jury trial is one of the most impressive performances I have ever seen. I recommend her to everyone.
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19 Jun, 2018 by Gail
Judith moved mountains for us!! We lived in a small town and grandson was related to most of the law. She didn’t back down like our other lawyer. Thanks to her and his counselor my grandson is now safe with his mother. He’s been with us for over a year now and is still traumatized by what was done to him. I can’t imagine where we would be today if it wasn’t for her help.
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02 Jun, 2018 by Anonymous
If I could give less than one star I would negligent doesn’t begin to describe this attorney she has not communicated with me since the day I wrote her a check not a return phone call not a return text or email I personally went to her office three times and spoke with her assistant who every time told me she was not in the office. I requested that my file be ready for me to take to another attorney and email to me or that I be called but I was ready for pick up this was about six months ago I have not heard the case was very simple required a mirror appearance and nothing much further than that filing a motion. I went to another lawyer after having to handle half of the issue myself personally for free and paid less than half of what she charged me to have him take care of this in less than two weeks in the meantime I have filed a bar complaint and still not heard anything back from this attorney steer clear I cannot warn you strongly enough against using her.
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24 May, 2023 by Augustine
Never answered me, was always late to court always the last one to leave out of everybody in court house, didn’t even try to get what I wanted back.
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18 Oct, 2022 by Cecilia guerrero
Mr. Vale has been my attorney for YEARS! from everything from a divorce to all the in between you name it I needed him! He always calls back and even takes calls after hours. He is always in court taking care of his clients! His staff is the BEST IN TOWN! I recommed him 100%. BEST IN THE CITY !!!
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17 Nov, 2020 by Cristal
Mr. Vale and his paralegal are literally the best office you can hire. I first haired then back in 2014 when i was going through a divorce , and that time i was 22 didn’t know much but they had my back. He showed up then very next day for court although i just hired him the day before. Kathrine is super knowledgeable, sweet, and such an asset to this office. This team is literally a financial duo. Since 2014 i have hired them for numerous other issues and they never fail to come through. They have become a second family to me and i will recommend them in a heart beat to anyone who needs action taken... and quick. Reasonably priced, loyal, and dedicated.
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27 Nov, 2018 by Anonymous
Very Professional, Kind Respectful Lawyer in town!! I would Definitely recommend him to anyone needing an attorney who works hard at your side. He Faught hard for me and went thru everything step by step. Helped me understand everything clearly. All I have to say is Thank You Jesse. Happy Holidays and Have a Wonderful New Year. 2018.
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10 Jun, 2018 by Anonymous
Met with him in Dec 2018 with his promise to file by 22 Dec 2018. Did Not Happen. Next visit in Jan 2018, he finally got off his butt to file. Presented him with all the material evidence a lawyer could want and did NOT even make copies of the evidence and 2 months later requested information he was already provided. Now that it is time to show up for a hearing, he said the other parties lawyer is a good friend of his that he went to school with. WHAT DO YOU THINK MY CHANCES ARE OF GETTING OUT OF THIS DIVORCE WITHOUT BEING SKINNED ALIVE AND NAILED TO THE CROSS??? !!! Don't Even Bother With This Lawyer!!! You Lose The Minute You Sign A Contract With This Guy!!! Don't Even Know How He Stays In Business!!!
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31 Aug, 2016 by Anonymous
Slow, uncaring phone service. Hired him to have ticket dismissed and never heard from them again. It required two phone calls to ever get proof matter was taken care of.
I paid to have a ticket taken care of because I didn't have time to handle it myself. Having to hound my attorney to make sure he did the work defeated the purpose of hiring him.
Attorney I have used on previous cases was much easier to deal with.
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07 Jan, 2015 by Mario
After seeing other lawyers nobody want my case ,he see the light in to the dark I recommend him 100% he fight for me in court now am American citizen thank you
Mario S
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17 Feb, 2014 by Michael
Steven Redgate and his "team" are a joke. I hired him about 5 years ago to obtain my permanet residence and it was a disater at the end. When I first met with Mr. Redgate he promised me that would go to all hearings and when it came down to going he didn't know There was one scheduled and on top of that he wanted to charge me extra for going. He stated in the beginning that my fee would cover all that but it didn't. I ended up going to the meeting by myself but luckly for me I becaom a permanet resident.Thanks for nothing Mr. Redgate.
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17 Aug, 2011 by Anonymous
I have seen the other reviews and I do not understand how people would say those things. Mr. Redgate handled my immigration case and told me that it would be difficult from the very beginning. He told me my options and explained everything that he could do. He also told me to talk to other lawyers so that I would be sure that I was comfortable dealing with whoever took my case. I took his advice and did speak to other lawyers but after listening to them decided to go with Mr. Redgate. The case took a long time to complete and we had to go to several hearings, but we were successful!
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19 Oct, 2023 by Anonymous
He's rude. I called twice about a sibling he was representing to find out details. As a woman I felt completely insulted and he did not even provide any salient details. Most uncaring conversation I have ever had with an attorney. Currently looking for another.
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23 Aug, 2023 by Harvey
I HAVE HAD OCCASION OVER THE PAST TEN YEARS TO SEEK AND RECEIVE ASSISTANCE FROM JAMES HUNT CONCERNING HIS REPRESENTATION OF MY SON AND MY SELF IN CONJUNCTION WITH VIOLATION TO SEVERAL CRIMINAL ORDINANCES.
ALTHOUGH THE REASON FOR THE CRIMES WAS SIMPLE.
TEXAS LAWS ARE VERY FEW AND VAGUE REGARDING MENTAL ILLNESS DISABILITY AND THE DISPOSITION OF SUCH THINGS.
AT THE TIME AND STILL TODAY WHILE THERE IS MUCH TALK OF SEPARATING THE CRIMINAL FROM THE MENTALLY DISABLED. THE LEGISLATORS WHO CAN CHANGE THINGS ARE NOT DOING SO.
IN ORDER TO FIND HELP FOR OUR SITUATION WE WERE INDIRECTLY COERCED TO BREAK CERTAIN LAWS. THE ONGOING PRACTICE WE EXPERIENCED WAS:
1, CALL THE POLICE.
2. THE POLICE DETAINED THOSE CONCERNED AND TOOK
THEM BEFOR THE MAGISTRATE FOR ASSIGNATION.
3. JAMES WAS CONTACTED AND THRU MANY MONTHS OF
COMPASSIONATE EFFORT HELPED RRSOLVE OUR ISSUES
WITH THE LAW AND DIRECTED US TO THE PROPER AGENCIES TO GUIDE US IN THE DIRECTION NEEDED.
THE POINT IS IN THE PAST AND STILL TODAY FOR MANY OF US THE ONLY WAY TO SECURE HELP IS TO BREAK THE LAW . GET INTO "THE SYSTEM" GET A POLICE RECORD FOR THE VIOLATIONS AND AN ATTORNEY TO STEER YOU TO THE PROPER PEOPLE TO RECEIVE ASSISTANCE.
TO DATE WE ARE 2 FREE PEOPLE WITH POLICE RECORDS
FOR NOT BEING ABLE TO KNOW WHAT TO DO.
IT IS NICE TO SEE THE CHIEF OF POLICE AND THE COUNTY SHERIFF TELL THE CITZENRY ON TV THAT THEY HAVE ESTABLISHED "MENTAL HEALTH UNITS" BUT WHEN WE REQUESTED THEIR AID AND RESPONSE WE WERE TOLD "CALL THIS NUMBER BETWEEN 9 TO 5." SADLY MANY OF THESE CASES OCCUR BETWEEN 5PM AND 9AM. SO IT IS OFF TO JAIL.
THAT IS WHAT WE HAVE BEEN DEALING WITH. OUR ONLY REST AND PEACE OF MIND CAME THRU JAMES WHO WORKED TIRELESSLY TO DIFUSE THE PROBLEMS.
ADMITELY WE DID VIOLATE THE ORDINANCES BUT ONLY TO GET SOMONES ATTENTION FOR HELP.
OUR NEXT GOAL IS TO GET THE POLICE RECORD EXPUNGED
DUE TO EXTENUATING ISSUES.
I PERSONALLY WAS CHARGED WITH DISCHARGING A FIREARM WITHIN A COMMUNITY OF GREATER THAN 500,000. REALITY: I FIRED MY GUN AT THE CEILING IN MY HOUSE FOR THE NOISE. TO GET EVERYBODYS ATTENTION.
WELL THAT WORKED SOME.
I JUST WANTED TO SAY THAT WE HAVE KNOW AND UTILIZED JAMES' TALENTS AND EDUCATION FOR OVER 10 YRS. AND WILL CONTINUE TO DO SO.
I WOULD GIVE HIM AN AVVO RATING OF 9.
I.LL SAVE THE 10 FOR WHEN THE LAWS ARE CHANGED.
HARVEY W. ZOMBRO JR.
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31 Jan, 2023 by Lola
He is rude and disrespectful! I'm not sure if it's because l'm a woman or a Hispanic woman, but nonetheless he extremely unprofessional.
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23 May, 2022 by Anonymous
He is very careless about the clients and their cases, he gets mad for the questions and concerns. He behave very unprofessionally.
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07 Nov, 2014 by Anonymous
Marlon took on a case for our family even though he was very busy, and it was not going to be one of his most profitable cases. However, his professionalism and diligence was undiminished. He handled it correctly, beginning to end, was timely in his communication and with us. Although he appears young, his level of knowledge on not only immigration law but also local courtroom proceedings was equivalent to a much more weathered attorney. Marlon is an attorney we believe can be trusted and we will tell all of our friends how grateful we are for his service. Immigration can seem intimidating, especially for non-English speakers, Marlon is definitely capable and well respected as an attorney.
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06 Feb, 2018 by Anonymous
This man was appointed by the Court to represent me. He told me I would have to be in Federal Custody for two more years before he would take it to court. They (Assistant Federal Prosecutor Tracy Thompson & FBI) knew I was innocent one month after being arrested. I took a false conviction just to get out of jail.... just to get away from this man... with the lie that they will let me out of jail in a few days when he knew it would take months before sentencing.
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02 Oct, 2014 by Anonymous
Switzer has assisted me with 3 cases - all which he got me either dismissed or deferred. His expertise will assist you getting the best possible outcome. I highly recommend Robert Switzer.
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13 Mar, 2021 by Bryan
This "Law Firm" is a joke. I paid over $2500 for what essentially amounted to one in office visit with CPS. We were quoted $2000 to handle a BOGUS CPS case. Paid in FULL and Mr Garza (Andrew) calls and tells us Mr Garza is with drawing from our case. We still have CPS in our lives (now more than ever because we do not have the protection of a attorney. They have threatened to take my daughter away and caused all kinds of stress in my life. We met with Mr Garza only one time. His paralegal Andrew did all the "work" on the case and billed us $100 a hour. Mr Garza never had me or my family in mind. All they were concerned with is how much money they could squeeze out of you. Called literally every day demanding more money. They missed filings on Court Proceedings that would have got CPS shut down, had numerous typos on signed Affidavits, didn't know who needed to sign the affidavits, didn't put in any evidence from our side, asked us to provide things for him and our evidence and then never used them. I could go on and on. I have worked in the legal field for a very long time and I have NEVER seen unprofessional, incompetent people in my life. Andrew is literally one of the most incompetent man I have ever met. All he would do is upset my wife and tell her how we should be prepared to lose. It was a BS slam door case. When I told him I wanted him to go in there and SHUT THIS DOWN ONCE AND FOR ALL, Andrew told me i would have to pay around $6,000 for Mr Garza to "take the gloves off" Like.... what?? He is total garbage and you are better off going ProSe in your case than ever letting these baboons even look at your case
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30 Jan, 2017 by Anonymous
Mr. Garza of The Garza Law Firm has been a great advocate for my case. He listened to me and what I needed for my family and I was able to get the assistance I needed from him. I highly recommend him for any legal matter you may have.
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29 Apr, 2024 by Leonardf
This law firm engaged in fraud, and deceitful practices in my personal injury case. They are also dishonest, and deceptive in their practices. I just filed grievances against Tom Crosley, Steven Nunez, and Brennan Jenkins. I also had to report them to the authorities for stealing & misappropriating funds from a settlement. Lastly, this firm can't be trusted. They withdrew from my case one month before trial because the lawyer wanted to go to Japan for personal reasons. The most dishonorable group of attorneys that I've ever met hands down. The case has now been settled, & get this, Tom Crosley is trying to bill me for expert witnesses even though he never Nunez did any depositions, & I'm not going to trial. This attorney violated my constitutional rights by bullying or coercing me into accepting a low settlement or withdrawing. This guy, Crosley, & Nunez are total scammers. I will be uploading documents for proof very soon. Find a law firm that posts reviews from actual clients, not former employees like this scammer, Crooked Crosley. This law firm stole $37K from my family. Crosley also scammed me out of an additional $10K by sending a doctor to my home for 15 minutes. Dr. Brandon Goff was also part of this scam, he was supposed to write me a life plan that I never received, & was never able to use because the lawyer Crosley was in on the scam & withdrew. They never planned on taking my case to trial. It was a total waste of time dealing with this law firm.
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11 Oct, 2023 by Zarina
After car wreck the loud-mouthed State Farm high-priced lawyer offered us $900 for serious injuries. The 3 trial ended today. Jury awarded us $100,000+ based on attorney Steven Nunez meticulous work or persuasive arguments to the judge and jury. State Farm defense guy walked out of court moaning like a child “I’m gonna appeal this.”
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28 Jun, 2021 by Anonymous
Helped put a ton of innocent people in jail during the Burn abuse scandal. Should be in jail.
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19 Feb, 2010 by Patricia
I was looking at doing a lot of time and Ms. Huntzinger talked to me and kept me informed on everything that was going on. She got me the least amount of time on top of it. She listens to you and your family. I would recommend her highly.
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03 Sep, 2018 by Anonymous
I hired Justin Fischer for my divorce. He was a zealous advocate who also cared for me and my family. He always kept me up-to-date on my case and fought hard for me and my kids. I would highly recommend Justin to anyone.
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07 Mar, 2015 by Anonymous
I hired this lawyer for my divorce and it took a year and a half to go to court because he kept postponing it. He didn't argue on my behalf in court and my divorce is still not finalized. He did not return my phone calls or inform me of anything going on with my divorce proceedings. Once he got paid his communication eased even before the divorce proceeding took place.
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21 Nov, 2016 by Brian
My wife and I hired Mr. Lee to settle a property dispute with her ex husband. Mr. Lee took over $3500 from us and improperly filed a claim that was immediately thrown out of court. When we asked for another hearing he charged us more money. After giving him the money and over a year of time, Mr. Lee has been MIA. He will not return our calls. I feel that we were completely taken advantage of. DO YOURSELF A FAVOR AND DO NOT HIRE HIM!
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22 Jun, 2010 by Anonymous
Office is a comfortable atmosphere, polite people answering the phone.
Mr. Lee was professional and respectful to me and my family.
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10 Aug, 2017 by Vanessa salazar
Susan ann edwards was court appointed attorne back in 2010 after being releases from a 2 yr sentence I violated parole and was facing 12 yrs..I was actually very pleased with her..I got a 3 yr sentence due to her defense and feel that she actually did her job and fought for me.I would recommend her. Everyone is entitled to there opinion and may think other wise of Mrs edwards but I dealt with her first hand and if I ever decided to break the law again I will more likely call Mrs edwards..
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28 Nov, 2015 by Anonymous
susan edwards was a great lawyer, so i thought. she was attentive, and she seemed to follow through with her word.
i thought i had got so lucky seeing how she and i came to cross paths..... she was my court appointed attorney. all i knew of "court appointed" attorneys was what i saw in movies and had "heard" from a few girls i met years before, needless to say, it was not encouraging.
susan edwards is a lawyer of the worst kind, she led me on to believe i was in good hands, then dumped me off to a stranger for personal gain........i also thought she was "helping" me out with a personal issue, and with that one she just disappeared. and one of my cases ended very badly, and the other is still floating around while i continue to get screwed.
do not trust susan edwards
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13 Aug, 2020 by Cristina
Es una verguenza que este abogado todavia este ejerciendo. Por no tener $ me llo asignaron como defensor publico y fueron 6 meses aproximadamente que vivi una pesadilla. Me ofrecio 5 anos de probatoria etc. Contrate una abogada privada y en 5 meses mi caso fue desestimado. Este “abogadito” te puede arruinar tu vida.
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15 May, 2015 by Laurel
Mr. Leal was probably the 10th lawyer in the area I met with to discuss my very difficult child custody case, he was absolutely knowledgeable, understanding, and was generally excited about taking my case. Mr. Leal never stopped amazing me, he called and kept me updated every step of the way. He went above and beyond any expectations I had. Mr. Leal methodically researched my case, gathering every piece of evidence we needed. Mr. Leal is the only reason I didn't loose hope during the most stressful time in my life. Mr. Leal worked with me for hours to mentally prepare me for everything that might happen in court. Mr. Leal was always understanding and comforting with me. Mr. Leal astonished me in court, he navigated through the case grace and precision. Don't let his normally sweet demeanor fool you, in court he's a pit bull. I recommend Mr. Leal to everyone dealing with custody issues. Mr. Leal is probably the most educated man I have ever had the pleasure to meet. Mr. Leal will fight for what's right with every tool at his disposal. I can never thank him enough for getting my children out of harms way.
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19 Sep, 2023 by Janie
He takes forever to return calls, text, and emails, office staff the same. I don’t even bother now to contact his office staff and I keep records of his lack of response so I can file a claim against him
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09 Jan, 2017 by Never again
Mr Robert Gier does not return calls or texts and the secretary is even worse.If you want to win a case and need a good aggressive lawyer,then turn away and run from this so called attorney!I lost my child because of his negligence.He turns in crucial paperwork to the courts late and makes it seem like its no big deal.trust me ,it is!!Please be warned..
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19 Oct, 2016 by Anonymous
Doesn't ever return calls. Or do anything by deadline takes weeks and weeks to get ahold of him and he acts like its no big deal. Constant excuses
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19 Feb, 2022 by Veronica
I wouldn't recommend this attorney. She has not return our calls, text, emails or FB messages. We hired her to represent my daughter on a custody case which she did nothing! Then my daughter decide to give her another chance and paid her for another case and she didn't even open the case! She just took my daughter money and hasn't reply to any of our calls! 4 years of doing us the run around but when it comes to money she answers quickly! All I want for her is to pay my daughter her money back! She is a single mother of 3 and she used her saving to pay Kimberly! You cant say you don't know who i am either because I have been trying to get ahold of you for the past 2 years!
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02 Feb, 2019 by Anonymous
Ms. Bush was hired for representation during a family law case. She did no research, did not return calls or communicate in any way prior to the court date, and did not show in court at the appointed time (no call before, during, or after with an explanation). There has been no word from her since, and she relocated her office. Needless to say, the decision was not favorable. The money paid to Ms. Bush was also not returned.
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17 Feb, 2016 by Becky
She sales herself really well by making you believe she's going to fight and work hard for you, but once she actually has work to do that all changes.
I asked her multiple times to send me an email and a month later I still haven't received it.
I call her, she says she'll call me back. A week later still nothing. I have to call again.
She had me sign off on paperwork that ended up hurting my case and made things more difficult for me. And she had assured me that it wouldn't.
She kept trying to get me to focus on the other lawyer and kept saying the other lawyer looked like he was going to drop the case. I don't understand why that needed to be a focus or concern.
She is a waste of money and a liar.
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28 Sep, 2016 by Sandra
Attorney Meza represented our brother in a felony criminal matter. She was truly compassionate about his case, his future, and the impact on our entire family. She was always accessible personally or through her office staff. We felt she cared about our brother like he was her own family. We would recommend her to anyone needed a criminal defense.
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10 Aug, 2015 by James
I trusted this attorney with everything but as things were getting tougher during my case she was asking me to stick with certain statements that were questionable and a bunch of lies that in my heart I could not tell in court. My husband and I have kids together and had a pretty good relationship until the lies were said in court. I have to hire another attorney. I would not recommend this attorney.
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27 Nov, 2012 by Jilberto
I hired Velia Meza for a divorce case and she went to Mexico for vacation in the middle of the case, she came back a few days before the court date and she wasn't prepared, she didn't do any work on the case. On the court date she was sitting next to the other's party lawyer having a friendly and fun conversation. She didn't fight for me, she didn't defended me. She didn't do anything... I lost. If you hired her I hope you have a better luck.
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16 Mar, 2021 by Anonymous
The worst attorney I have ever met. She never deserves to got hired by anyone. I will not forget what she did to my son. she destroyed his life instead of defending him.
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21 Jun, 2017 by Anonymous
Ms. Burke was an exceptional attorney who will stand in your corner as your biggest advocate. She commands a profound presence in the courtroom and does not back down from pursuing your rights fully. Ms. Burke sincerely saved my future as a young teenager and was my voice to ensure I had a successful and bright career/life opportunity ahead. I am forever grateful for her work and her no nonsense attitude makes her an asset while striving for justice in the court of law.
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11 Sep, 2014 by Anonymous
This was my 1st Time dealing with a Criminal Law Charge regarding my son and had many concerns and questions. When I asked a question, I was greeted with curse words and verbal abuse, extremely demeaning comments. She met my son and looked at his case, for the 1st Time on the morning of his Initial Court appearance She Only appeared pleasant whenever a payment was submitted. Due to her continued cursing at me and lack of concern for my son's case, I found it necessary to hire another Attorney. I never received a refund of the thousands submitted,only received verbal abuse..
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12 Jun, 2023 by Lora cantu
Didn't help me 😭 n what I needed didn't even give me a chance to explain my situation
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04 Jan, 2023 by Drew h
I don’t see how this guy is in business. He exudes apathy. Every interaction I’ve had with him just seemed like he couldn’t care less or was bothered. I felt like a huge imposition just from contacting him to consult on my case.
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02 Dec, 2022 by Vernell boson
Nice environment and safe.
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24 Jul, 2024 by Sammy warmbier
Little note for anyone who happens to park here for less than 5 minutes, even though there's no notice or sign for "private parking," you'll be asked to leave aggressively because of the ladies who work here and they'll be watching you until you leave.
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13 Jul, 2022 by Iveseenyour brain
Unethical and obscene.
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28 Jun, 2022 by Andres lopez
03 Jul, 2022 by Alex
He was appointed to me. I spent 6 months in jail on a bond I couldn’t afford with conditions restricting me from returning home if bond was possible. When the money was raised we hired an attorney instead and within 3 days I was released from jail and a flood of motions began to get filed on my behalf. Court appointed attorneys are said to have to represent you to the fullest extent but they aren’t held to it. That has allowed Shaughnessy to collect small checks in return for zero work while lives are devastated. The 3 times I spoke with him he was obviously irritated and blatantly rude. The last time he began cursing and getting very rude when questioned about his obvious lack of effort. He did nothing for 6 months while I was in jail. 2 months after hiring another lawyer he filed a request for payment.
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13 Nov, 2017 by Anonymous
3 times he did not show up for my court date. If you get him assigned to you or a family member request another attorney. He has taken 0 action, returned 0 phone calls and should not be allowed to be a public defender.
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03 Mar, 2016 by C.d.m.
Edward Shaughnessy got me the best possible outcome for my 3 felony cases. He was able to get 2 of the 3 felonies dismissed. I was able to serve the least possible amount of probation and avoid jail time. He is a brilliant attorney and am grateful for the services he provided.
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30 Sep, 2008 by Anonymous
Karl is an excellent attorney, when he's working on your case. However, he or his staff do not communicate with you...at all. My case was/is an uncontested child custody and step-parent adoption that has been going on for 2 years come January. I had to write a certified letter to his office to get any response. I am still waiting...at this rate, my son will be 18 and moved out of the house by the time this is over with. He was 12, he's now 14 and will be 15 in March.
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15 Mar, 2015 by Hans
Richard D Woods was hired by my parents for a drug related indiscretion. He was responsive only in the first few weeks, at the time responding within a few days.
THIS MAY BE IMPORTANT TO YOU: He did not notify me of a warrant for my arrest ahead of time, and I was escorted out of class.
As the intensity of my case decreased, his response time increase proportionally, until he had handed my case over to a more conveniently located lawyer altogether.
Richard woods, acting as a middleman for the local lawyer,accepted the original money, requested additional funds, and yet did not pay the upfront fee from the hired lawyer out of his funds.
THIS MAY BE IMPORTANT TO YOU: The local lawyer was running for office Against the judge which my case was taking place in. Rick Woods either didn't account for the bias, or was aware of it and did not feel that my case warrented proper time and effort.
The local lawyer did not push for any sort of renumeration or lessened intensity, and instead, influenced by personal ambition, made only novel attempts at allowing the record to be expunged in the future.
A year after this excapade, I recieve an itemized bill from the local lawyer, having already sent it to Rick Woods, without any contact attempt from him.
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17 Jan, 2019 by Anonymous
I hired this lawyer paid up front, she did half of my case then left on vacation. came back told me her fee went up and had to pay. she did not even fight for what i wanted. took the money and ran. didnt even finish my case... please dont use this lady!!!!!!!!!!! she will take the money and go. she shows up late to court, doesnt answer phone calls text messages or email. save your money and hire a better lawyer. even at that when i hired another lawyer to take over my case he was cheaper than she was and more professional.
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03 Oct, 2018 by Amy
I was divorced over a year ago and she has failed to get me my half of the 401K. I call and text daily but she send everything to voice mail. She also raised her price in the middle of my divorce because I refused to fight for more money,
Do not waste your time. Don't be like me and not read the reviews and regret it later.
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12 Jul, 2017 by Anonymous
Don't waste your time. Very unprofessional... late to arrive, judgmental, does NOT produce documents in a timely fashion and terrible about returning communication.
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30 May, 2023 by Kaydee
Kristen and her husband Jeff knowingly let my husband go to prison. They lied to the state and let us fail when trying to prove innocence. We paid $25,000 for literally nothing. No defense, no help, nothing. We would have been better off with a public defender. She told the state that we were liars (even though we have proof of their wrongdoings) and therefore my husband will get to spend decades in prison for something the Mulliners KNOW he did not do. Thanks for that. So much for Justice. I hope karma comes back on you both. Stop practicing law regardless of which side you’re on. You’re ruining people’s lives every day and sadly you’ve ruined ours. The other reviews I’ve read here are 100% accurate so please do not get into bed with these people. Do your research and don’t repeat our mistakes. It will literally cost you everything.
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19 Jan, 2023 by Anonymous
She had to turn to prosecuting people because she and her husband (now known as Charles Jeffrey Mulliner) take your $$$ and do NOTHING for it. One word. Scammers.
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12 Aug, 2022 by Don't
Walk away. She lied over and over, said she did not say things that she said although we had several family present to hear it. Her husband and her work together, act like they're a caring team to help you or your loved one. Once she has the money, there's no work, no researching cases, no great Motions, let alone a Motion at all. Easy to take cases, make deals and walk away with the money and no work. Next case? She was assistant district attorney, still is, although under the guise of defense attorney.
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20 Apr, 2018 by Ken
Hired this Atty. For my son, facing an MTRP felony probation. Cuellar did manage to get him a bail set,which doesn't happen much with probation violations. So that's the positive.
Negative, Mr.Cuellar does not return calls, letters,etc... I didn't expect the best results,considering the hard a** judge, but Cuellar kinda all but promised freedom and that turned into a couple years of TDCJ .
Overall,I wouldn't recommend him,don't expect your calls to be returned and look around!
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25 Apr, 2017 by Nathan
Mr.Cuellar was my atty. on one felony case (MTRP) and 2 misdemeanors . In the beginning,was great , SOUNDING. "Let`s fight this" . Went from that to not returning any of my calls , Not letting my family know anything as a professional courtesy . Gave me his word he would visit me in jail (3 times) , Never did . Only returned a call when I mentioned the State Bar . Very unprofessional. A seasoned 'jailhouse lawyer' could have resolved the misdemeanors faster than he did. So I got ISF (90 days) for the MTRP , but couldn`t get started on that because Cuellar couldn`t/wouldn`t get me a court date to resolve simple,Non -enhanced misdemeanors ! There you go, choose wisely! Doesn`t even have a secretary to take phone calls, just leave a voicemail and HOPE he calls back.
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25 Jul, 2024 by Anonymous
If I could give negative stars, I would. This man tried to scare me to get me to give him my cc info over zoom for his 5k retainer fee.
He made me think cps was gonna come take my kids immediately over bogus claims that were recanted within 24hrs of them being made. The investigation never went anywhere.l and it was never that serious to begin with. He told me cos would take my children for me smoking cigarettes and that after their investigation I wouldn’t be allowed at my child’s school anymore. He was just spouting lies to scare me. He also immediately went and told cos I didn’t have a lawyer after I declined to give him my cc info over zoom. I would never recommend him to anyone!! Stay far away from this man!!
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26 Dec, 2023 by John
He was terrible at communicating, did not prepare me at all for court, refused to meet before court to go over anything. Did not use any of the evidence I brought him, did not let me object when the opposing side repeatedly lied on the witness stand about me. The only thing he did that I asked for was to ask the opposing side to pay for my legal fees since it was a bs suit, yet he did it after they repeatedly lied on the witness stand so it sounded like I was a complete degenerate who was unjustly asking for more than I deserved. If I could rate him zero stars I absolutely would. I have never met or even heard of a more disgraceful, lying, duplicitous lawyer and I would stay away from him at all costs.
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24 Aug, 2023 by Kareem mathis
The most disrespectful and arrogant attorney I have ever crossed paths with. He talked to me horribly and lost my case. I really feel like he sold me out. What a waste of time and money! I would advise you not to hire this clown
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12 Apr, 2024 by Theresa
Run! Run! Runaway from this attorney. We hired this attorney to handle my mother’s estate. We wasted two years of him doing absolutely nothing at all. This man was rude and would not return phone calls. We finally got a court date , but the judge had to cancel because this idiot did not file the proper paperwork.
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15 Nov, 2020 by Anonymous
I Hired Mr. Reyes For My Divorce With Children. I Paid Him In Full 2,500 And, Basically Had To Do The Work Myself. At Meditation He Didnt Really Argue Much My Ex-Husband Had Been Arrested For Something Major Yet, They Still Granted Him Unsupervised Visitation Of My Children. Im A Single Mom With No Background History And, Here I Am With A lot Of Questions I Will Never Have Answers For. It's Been Over A Year He Has Failed To Complete My QDRO And, Hand Back Over Documents I Provided To Him When I First Hired Him. I Feel Like Im Stuck. All Because He Fails To Respond And, Receptionist Still Continues To Give Me The Run Around. I Even Text His Personal Phone And, Not Even A Text Back Or Phone Call. I Guess I Will Be Calling The State Bar
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20 Dec, 2018 by Daniel
This attorney was hired and never filed my case after receiving a down payment. several calls were made and never returned and office as well was rude. basically took my money and ran.
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What a Criminal Defense Lawyer Can Do for You
A criminal defense lawyer provides legal representation to individuals or organizations accused of criminal conduct. If you're facing criminal charges, a defense lawyer will work to protect your rights, build a defense strategy, and ensure you receive a fair trial. Their primary goal is to reduce or dismiss charges, secure an acquittal, or negotiate a favorable plea deal.
Criminal defense lawyers have extensive knowledge of criminal law and court procedures. They investigate your case, identify weaknesses in the prosecution's evidence, and represent you in court, ensuring that you have the best possible defense.
When Should I Hire a Criminal Defense Lawyer?
It’s crucial to hire a criminal defense lawyer as soon as possible if you are facing any criminal charges. Some situations in which you should seek legal representation include:
- Arrest or police questioning: If you've been arrested or are under investigation, hiring a lawyer early on can prevent self-incrimination and protect your rights during police questioning.
- Felony charges: Crimes such as murder, assault, drug trafficking, or robbery carry severe penalties, including long prison sentences. A defense lawyer is essential in these cases.
- Misdemeanor charges: Even for less serious offenses like DUI, theft, or simple assault, a lawyer can help reduce penalties, negotiate alternatives to jail, or get charges dismissed.
- Plea negotiations: If you’re considering a plea bargain, a lawyer can evaluate the deal, advise you on its consequences, and negotiate for more favorable terms.
- Probation or parole violations: If you’ve been accused of violating probation or parole, a lawyer can defend you against additional penalties or revocation.
- Juvenile offenses: For minors charged with criminal acts, a criminal defense lawyer can protect their future by minimizing legal repercussions or keeping the case in juvenile court.
What Does a Criminal Defense Lawyer Do?
Criminal defense lawyers provide comprehensive legal services to protect their clients’ rights throughout the criminal justice process. Their duties include:
- Case evaluation and investigation: Reviewing the evidence, interviewing witnesses, and investigating the facts to develop a strong defense strategy.
- Legal advice: Advising you on your rights, the charges you’re facing, and potential defense strategies, including whether to take a plea deal or go to trial.
- Negotiating plea bargains: Working with prosecutors to negotiate a plea deal that could reduce charges or minimize penalties.
- Court representation: Representing you in all court hearings, including bail hearings, pretrial motions, trials, and sentencing hearings.
- Filing motions: Filing motions to dismiss charges, suppress evidence, or reduce bail, depending on the specifics of your case.
- Trial preparation and defense: Preparing a defense strategy and presenting arguments, evidence, and witnesses during trial to contest the prosecution's case.
- Appeals: If you are convicted, a defense lawyer can appeal the conviction or sentence, arguing errors in the trial process or legal rulings.
How Are Criminal Defense Lawyers Paid?
Criminal defense lawyers generally charge clients in one of three ways, depending on the complexity of the case and the lawyer’s experience. Payment structures include:
- Flat fee: For straightforward cases (e.g., minor misdemeanors), some lawyers charge a one-time flat fee that covers all aspects of the defense.
- Hourly rate: For more complex or ongoing cases, lawyers may charge by the hour, with rates varying based on the lawyer’s experience and geographic location.
- Retainer fee: In cases where extensive work is expected, the client may pay a retainer fee upfront. The lawyer then bills against that retainer for their work on the case.
The cost of criminal defense services can vary greatly, so it’s important to discuss fees during your initial consultation.
How Much Does a Criminal Defense Lawyer Cost?
The cost of hiring a criminal defense lawyer depends on several factors, including the severity of the charges, the complexity of the case, and the lawyer’s experience. General cost guidelines are:
- Misdemeanor cases: For relatively minor offenses, such as a DUI or petty theft, a flat fee may range from $1,500 to $5,000.
- Felony cases: More serious charges, such as assault or drug trafficking, can range from $10,000 to $100,000 or more, depending on the complexity and duration of the case.
- Hourly rates: For cases billed by the hour, lawyers may charge anywhere from $150 to $500 or more per hour, depending on their expertise and the case's location.
- Additional expenses: You may also be responsible for other costs, such as filing fees, expert witness fees, or the cost of private investigators.
Be sure to clarify the lawyer’s fee structure and any potential additional costs during your consultation.
Top Questions to Ask a Criminal Defense Lawyer
Before hiring a criminal defense lawyer, you’ll want to ensure that they’re a good fit for your case. Here are key questions to ask:
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What is your experience with cases like mine?
Make sure the lawyer has a strong track record with the specific type of criminal charges you’re facing, whether it’s DUI, drug offenses, or violent crimes. -
What is your fee structure?
Ask how the lawyer charges for their services and whether you’ll be responsible for any additional costs. -
What are the potential outcomes of my case?
A good lawyer should provide an honest assessment of your case and the likelihood of dismissal, a plea bargain, or conviction. -
How many cases have you taken to trial?
While many criminal cases settle with a plea deal, it’s important to hire a lawyer with courtroom experience in case your case goes to trial. -
Who will handle my case?
Ask if the lawyer will be personally involved or if other attorneys in the firm will handle most of the work. -
How do you communicate with your clients?
Be clear on how often and through what channels you can expect updates on your case.
How to Check the Credibility of a Criminal Defense Lawyer
To verify the credibility of a criminal defense lawyer, take the following steps:
- Check their standing with the state bar: Confirm that the lawyer is licensed and in good standing with your state’s bar association. Look for any past disciplinary actions or complaints.
- Read online reviews and testimonials: Platforms like Avvo, Martindale-Hubbell, or Google can provide insights from previous clients about the lawyer’s communication, professionalism, and case outcomes.
- Ask for references: A reputable lawyer should have past clients or other professionals who can speak to their competence and work ethic.
- Review their case history: Look at the lawyer’s website or professional profile to see their experience with criminal cases, including high-profile or complex cases.
- Look for trial experience: If your case might go to trial, make sure the lawyer has a strong history of courtroom advocacy and success.
What Should I Prepare for My First Consultation?
To make the most of your first consultation with a criminal defense lawyer, bring the following:
- Details of your case: Be prepared to provide a detailed account of the charges against you, including any documents related to your arrest, police reports, and court dates.
- Criminal history: If you have any prior criminal convictions, inform your lawyer so they can understand how that may affect your current case.
- List of witnesses or evidence: If there are any potential witnesses or evidence that may support your defense, share this information during the consultation.
- Questions for the lawyer: Prepare questions about their experience, legal strategy, and fees to ensure you understand how they will handle your case.
- Bail or release documents: If you’ve been released on bail, bring any paperwork related to your release conditions or restrictions.
By being well-prepared, you can help your lawyer quickly assess your situation and begin building an effective defense strategy.
