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09 Jul, 2024 by Josephine buchanan
Clifford law firm was to represent my son in 2 counties both wake and sampson. He showed up once in wake none in sampson after being paid to be my son's rep. I would not hear from him nor my daughter in law would see him attend to business. The man mumbles and I could not understand most of what he was saying even though he was apprised I am hard of hearing. 20 months and nothing he said he would do was done. I even hesitate to give one star he deserves none.
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21 May, 2024 by Phil black
14 Aug, 2023 by Julia hobbs
Nick is a fantastic and personable lawyer. He went above and beyond to help me with my case. Even after I didn't complete everything I was suppose to, he stuck through and helped me get more time. I'm very grateful that I hired him as my attorney and would highly recommend him to anyone.
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13 Jun, 2021 by Anonymous
Had a really bad experience using this lawfirm and I don't agree with any of the positive reviews could all be fake. This attorney used me as a cashcow regarding a civil dispute, never actually accomplished anything we wanted him to achieve,
In short we hired this attorney to handle a civil dispute. After hiring him, he requested we do all this sort of work so he could gather it up and fight this civil dispute. After months of using him and bills racking up, he did little to nothing, didn't produce any results and we wasted tens of thousands on him. Overall the worst experience I had using any attorney.
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16 Feb, 2015 by Ken
Kevin Hopper demonstrates a thorough knowledge of the law, practicing with competence and executing with precision and accuracy. He has handled my civil law matters with great care and attention. Kevin makes certain I get what I need, even in very difficult situations. I am very confident in his abilities and highly recommend him to anyone who wants their legal matters handled correctly.
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12 Feb, 2015 by Anonymous
Kevin is an excellent attorney who has gone above and beyond to help me. He is patient, understanding, and takes the time to put himself in my situation. He quickly follows up with me when I have a question or concern and really makes me feel like I am a priority to him. I would absolutely recommend his services.
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18 Dec, 2024 by Carmen ortiz
I recently went through a life-threatening situation and needed professional help. Melissa was recommended as a highly experienced lawyer, which I cannot deny. However, our first impression of her was not what we expected. We were greeted by the front desk lady and she was very kind and offered us water. She then told us Melissa was ready for us. When we walked in, she told us she had to fill out some things with another person before our consult (we arrived early) so we told her it was fine. Once done, she did not even introduce herself or even asked how we were doing. Although I understand it is a timed consult, I believe she should have at least greeted me (the client), my dad and sister. Being that I am young and it is my first time dealing with legal procedures, I am very naive and she asked for specific papers I did not know about. I had brought other documents that I thought she would want to read but she was not interested in that. I continued with my story and before I could finish it, she cut me off and said she would not represent me. Since we had already paid, we stayed. She was still very nonchalant, but I was able to get a little bit good out of it. I would not recommend Melissa as our first impression of her was unprofessional coming from a lawyer of that caliber, my expectations were high but I was let down by her.
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19 Jul, 2024 by Robin martin
We have received services from Melissa and her team at Averett Family Law since 2021. They have been a god-send to our family. Melissa and her team are professional, patient, supportive and honest! My husband and I appreciate Melissa’s kindness and expertise! We highly recommend their services. You will not be disappointed!!! Thank you Averett Family Law! You have helped keep our family together and we are full of gratitude!
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29 Apr, 2024 by Jaclyn o'loughlin-rosa
I had the pleasure of working for the Melissa and her team for 2 years. Had I not moved out of NC I would still be working there. Melissa was an excellent boss and teacher. Though at the time i had over 12 years of experience, none of them were in family law. Her and the team took the time to teach me the ins and outs of family law. I moved knowing if I took another position in family law, I would have the knowledge to succeed. I will always appreciate my time with the Averett team!
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10 Jan, 2025 by Raina martinez
I don’t wish it on anyone to need an attorney for custody matters but if you find yourself in that situation, I 100% recommend Victoria Hardin. These situations are an emotional rollercoaster, but she always gave me the blunt honest truth, and helped guide me through as best she could. She gives tough love and yes it will be hard to hear but I promise it’s only to help you reflect. Most of all trust the process, these things take time and Mrs. Hardin definitely has your back.
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08 Jan, 2025 by Anonymous
I don’t wish it on anyone to need an attorney for custody matters but if you find yourself in that situation, I 100% recommend Victoria Hardin. These situations are an emotional rollercoaster, but she always gave me the blunt honest truth, and helped guide me through as best she could. She gives tough love and yes it will be hard to hear but I promise it’s only to help you reflect. Most of all trust the process, these things take time and Mrs. Hardin definitely has your back.
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20 Dec, 2024 by Mark morse
Victoria and her team have been amazing! I was well represented during my divorce and custody hearings back in 2019-2021. Victoria was professional, knowledgeable, and available throughout the entire process. When I was fortunate enough to find love again in 2024 she prepared my prenuptial agreement. I cannot recommend her highly enough!
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08 Jan, 2025 by Abril
Ms.Caitlin is an excellent lawyer. She is very responsive and is great with communication through the whole process and explaining. She won my case and I would recommend her to anyone. She is kind and very knowledgeable.
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31 Mar, 2024 by Janet lee carpenter
The Greatest Lawyer I Ever Spoken To. HE CARES, LISTEN, HE CARES!!!
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04 Jul, 2023 by Randall shaw
Absolutely the best house closing experience I've ever had. Mr McLoughlin was very careful to explain everything. I highly recommend him for your real estate closing attorney.
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06 Jan, 2025 by Nathaniel anderson
Had a phone consultation with Marcel and received great legal advice. Was friendly and professional and helped point me in the right direction. Highly recommend and will use them in the future if I need legal assistance.
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02 Jan, 2025 by Anthony lane
I must say working with Phillips & McCrea law firm was a complete pleasure, everything from quick returns on emails and phone calls to answering questions or concerns I had completing my case. It was all done with an amazing timeline, integrity and professionalism. Thank you!
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22 Dec, 2024 by David mcardle
I spent 1 year trying to get disability on my own. I was diagnosed with a very rare blood disease that causes severe fatigue & a compromised immune system. I was denied that whole year of 2023. A security guard at the SS office gave me a Phillips & McCrea business card. I called Mr. Phillips & he accepted my case after our first conversation in March of 2024. My hearing was scheduled for August 20th. He took care of all the necessary paperwork, managed all communications between my doctors & the Social Security office, & prepped me for my hearing to talk to the judge. I won my disability case in November 2024. It is a very long & slow process to apply for disability but having a lawyer who knows what they're doing helps speed things up. Mr. Phillips helped me get my life back together to support my family. If you truly have serious health issues that's preventing you from working, Phillips & McCrea will help you. Thank you Mr. Phillips.
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06 Nov, 2024 by Gail philpott
29 Aug, 2024 by Ian jordan
15 Apr, 2024 by Brianna ellis
Absolutely awesome and compassionate office. Tammy is always so kind and professional when she answers the phone. Thank you for handling my case!
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19 Oct, 2020 by Anonymous
I was assigned Lisa Johnson without having the opportunity to meet her and assess her competency. While my husband was causing the separation process to go longer than expected, it was Ms. Johnson's unprofessional delays and failure to communicate that caused me to sever my relationship with her and the firm. While I tried to reach her by email many times when my husband was shutting off all my utilities, there was only silence. It took two weeks with me finally calling the firm's head attorney before she was instructed to call me. A paralegal never even touched base and the head attorney had no access to my case to offer help. When finally she called, she said she was too busy in court to answer my emails or reach out to me. I continued to work with her and my last communication with her was to ask if we were ready to sign papers. Twenty-four days went by without a single word from Ms. Johnson. I was served with a lawsuit by my husband's attorney at the end of this time and after learning that the lead attorney couldn't access my details when Ms. Johnson was unavailable, I decided it was time to find an attorney who would do their job in a timely manner with a firm that shared access to cases in case my attorney was unavailable. I found out that the only reason the lawsuit was brought against me was because of the delay in hearing from my attorney, which opposing counsel and in particular my husband assumed was caused by me stalling and dragging my feet. I have to incur much greater fees to go to court because of her lack of professionalism and perhaps her inability to handle her case load, and that is after 4 1/2 months and $4700 of accomplishing nothing. I am starting virtually from square one with a new attorney who in one week has accomplished more. I cannot in any way recommend her for help with legal matters due to her lack of performance. I gave her a two star rating because I couldn't bring myself to give only one star, even though she wasn't proactive -which meant reacting to the other attorney at every turn- and my case never moved forward in any perceptable or meaningful direction.
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21 Aug, 2017 by Carl
Ms. Johnson did a great job with my divorce. Initially, I had hired a local lawyer in Concord who was disaster. Luckily, through a mutual acquaintance, I was put in contact with Ms Johnson. She did such a fantastic job, I consider my fortune to having her represent me in court. Again, phenomenal lawyer.
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18 Aug, 2017 by Anonymous
Attorney Johnson was an excellent advisor and counsel during my two year divorce and custody case. She helped me walk away with what I wanted and she was relentless in getting the things I needed. I have recommended her to several people because she is an excellent attorney.
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11 Nov, 2024 by Sabrina berg
We hired Chris Reinhardt to help us with a very difficult (one of a kind) custody case. His thorough knowledge of the law, brilliant strategies and determination led to a victory for us!! We can’t thank him enough for his hard work and dedication!!
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07 Nov, 2024 by Haley thomas
I worked with Attorney Abbey Forde for a second time and had another amazing experience. She is very quick to respond and is so intelligent and seriously knows her stuff. She really cares about you and your situation and takes the time to make sure that you understand all of your options and are making informed decisions. I just appreciate Abbey and her term a ton and if I ever need any legal assistance in the future, I’ll be working with Abbey again.
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05 Nov, 2024 by Mr. nice guy owens
15 Sep, 2020 by James
Too cocky and too sure of results before court dates that always resulted in opposite of what he was “so sure” of, also was not fully focused for my final hearing in which he failed to provide all the documents i got ready for him to the judge and afterwards i asked him why did he not provide all the documents his response was simply “I don’t know”...after final court date i gave him calm honest feedback face to face which he was not professional enough to handle and got very defensive and raised his voice to me in front of others at the court house...would not recommend at all for any services.
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09 Sep, 2019 by Janice
I was referred to David after I noticed my original attorney seems to be working against me with the opposing attorneys rather than for me. He was attempting to make me settle on terms that I wasn't comfortable with and that I did not want to accept. David listened to my needs, analyzed the whole situation, and requested documents for review and was totally honest & transparent throughout the process. With a mediator, we were able to accept a much better settlement than previously proposed. I highly recommend David for any family law services you need.
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07 Aug, 2018 by Susan
I would highly recommend David to anyone seeking representation for Family Court. He was my attorney through a very lengthy divorce. He was always very honest, knowledgeable, thorough and competent with every aspect of my case...which, at times, became very contentious. He always provided confidence and positive assurances when I was feeling hopeless. Divorce can be very trying, but I always knew I could count on David to reel me in and provide sound advice for a favorable outcome. I would recommend David over and over!
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13 Nov, 2024 by Sarah hillock
21 Sep, 2024 by Dee hall
Our family has unfortunately needed the Epperson Law Group's help far too many times, but they have been EXCELLENT at resolving all our needs every time. They have all been attentive and knowledgeable, and have taken care of each situation with professionalism and expertise. We will always come back when we need them. Highly recommend!
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21 Sep, 2024 by Kim pope
Thank you to James and the entire team at Epperson Law! I couldn’t have asked for a better group of people to represent me and my interests in a very difficult time. Highly recommend!
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24 Jan, 2025 by Rena erin
07 Jun, 2024 by James fetner
Hi, I own over 30 properties and I have finally found someone awesome to help me!!! Michelle Kirk is amazing! She helps me SO MUCH! Wow, I've been looking for someone like this for years. I've used her for the last 7 or 8 and it is absolutely incredible. I am so thankful for her!
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02 May, 2024 by Andrew friend
Plyler, Long, and Corigliano Law Firm have not only established themselves as top-notch legal professionals but also as dedicated community supporters. Their commitment to uplifting and supporting our community sets them apart as more than just a law firm and speaks volumes about their moral character.
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19 Sep, 2024 by Gs auto
How hard is it to get security cam footage? Too hardfor this guy. Nothing filed. So called restricted driving was never filed. I cannot get a license ever again in the US for sleeping in a car so as not to drive. Also witnessed the officer beat up a woman. Nothing. Should have paid somone else.
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29 Mar, 2024 by Donald willis
Very professional,makes sure you understand everything, and he's always there doing his job. Best attorney I've ever used and I highly recommend him and his practice.
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24 Oct, 2023 by Baddie baddston
I paid this woman for a consultation to file a simple document for a simple civil case. I paid the consultation fee and after weeks I didn’t hear from her. Then she had the audacity to be rude through texts. I do NOT recommend
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09 Oct, 2024 by Caitlin lowy
I did not have a positive experience with Ms. Kelley Cash during my prenup consultation. Ms. Cash was indifferent - she did not offer any acknowledgement of my upcoming marriage and instead criticized the late timing before the wedding. I was eager to get the agreement finalized and tried to move forward with her services anyways. I never received any follow-up communications. It was a waste of my time and money. I am glad I found another attorney that offered superior services and legal expertise.
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16 Sep, 2024 by Christina valtierra
As an Alamance county resident, I had a hard time finding a family attorney in the Wake area that I was comfortable with. After doing some thorough research I came across Jake Terrell, and pick him because of his great reviews, dedication and knowledgeable background. Jake has represented me in 2 cases within the year and has been able to get me the results I wanted BOTH times. The second case was extremely rare and when I spoke to Jake about it he was super eager to handle it. I could tell he put in the work the day of court because he handle it with flying colors! He made everything stress free and was extremely helpful.. not to mention everything was a short notice, yet Jake had no problem showing up! Jake’s communication skills and work ethic never goes unnoticed with me, therefore I HIGHLY recommend him for any family law cases. Thank you Jake for everything you’ve done for me and my son!
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19 Aug, 2024 by Leah severance
I reached out to Wake Family Law Group (WFLG) with an urgent matter and they jumped right in to guide me through the process and legally defend my interests. I worked with several at the firm and found each person to be professional, knowledgeable, and personable, which made a difficult situation a lot easier to handle.
Thank you for your valuable service and for a positive outcome, which I could not have achieved without your counsel.
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05 Jun, 2024 by Chenoa dowd
14 May, 2024 by Manuel. houck
I was appointed Bob mcroskey for a charge a while back the court order was signed off on he has notes that show that the court order was inaccurate and now will not respond or help me get things fixed and it's going to end up with me going to jail simply because there was no attention to detail do not recommend
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18 Feb, 2024 by Brittany parris
08 Aug, 2022 by Mark
Regina is top notch!!! In what has been one of the hardest things to go through in my life she handled it and the results were the best I could have ever gotten!!! Her staff was extremely nice and helpful. I am forever grateful!!!
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05 Aug, 2022 by Anonymous
I thought I was the only one that had the experience that I did when going here. Then I spoke to someone else that just came straight out with this information without any prompting. By the time me and the other client had left her office (another man dealing with custody).......we thought she was our ex wives attourney. Basically if your a man trying to get your kids you can forget it. According to Mrs Gillespie theres nothing you can do and your ex can do whatever she wants and you might as well accept that and move on. I can tell you this is not the case with all lawyers. But again.......IF YOUR A MAN......seek council elsewhere.
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13 Mar, 2020 by Anonymous
REGINA IS THE BEST IN THE BUSINESS. I recently went through a separation and divorce. I desperately needed someone in my corner to fight for me and my children. I always felt like Ms. Gillespie respected me and had my family's best interest at heart. Every time I went to court with Ms. Gillespie by my side, I walked out winning a little more ground for myself and my kids-- and with a little more confidence. I wouldn't have stood a chance without her representation and my children are so grateful that she saved them from an unsafe environment. Ms. Gillespie is honest, dependable, has integrity and is extremely knowledgeable.
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22 May, 2024 by Steven montgomery
Very good lawyer very determined. My court date was continued while I was incarcerated. Mr.Erdmann fought to get me in front of a judge still that day and got me out of jail. Best court appointed attorney I've had.
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09 Apr, 2024 by Tiffany southern
Was my sons court appointed lawyer, and really stood up for him thank you
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16 Nov, 2023 by Dustin renzi
03 May, 2023 by Jennifer m
I am so thankful for Jenifer McCrea. She has been there through the early phases of my tbi and dealt with my crying and confusion and has explained things for me. She pushed to make my life better and knew how much my child meant to me. Having her represent me, has made me feel much better, She initially helped me with a no contact order and I feel helped lift a long isolation after the hospital by fighting to help me see my partner once again after months. She then helped me with what meant most to me in the world— and I can’t thank her enough. I’m more than pleased that she listened and fought for my family. I can’t thank her enough for not just representing me, but genuinely caring and pushing how she has. Her knowledge and expertise have helped someone who doesn’t know the law and when I say I will finally sleep well for the first time since my accident, I mean every single word. Thank you for giving me peace and helping me when I felt no one understood, because not only did she help in legal ways, but A LOT with my mental health by helping a depression I have had since this whole incident. I highly recommend her!!
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22 Sep, 2022 by Gabrielle reeves
She is an amazing lawyer. I would recommend her for any person who needs advocate for parents. She is very kind, dedicated, and seemed completely invested in helping me in my family matter. She is a very intelligent woman.
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18 Jan, 2022 by Anonymous
No wonder she acts like she doesn't know what she's doing up there. She has done nothing I asked for her to do as far as getting my daughter back. She never subpoenaed anyone that I asked her asked for Court. I then get agitated because she missed calendar call which push my court date back even further. She has been absolutely no help at all. She does what she wants on her and time
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02 Jun, 2023 by Lisa
I hired Foushee to help with my high conflict divorce. She charged me 5k right from the start and never bothered to meet me in person. Lacked empathy towards my situation. Withdrew from my case because I did what the police told me to do and filed a 50 B. She disagreed with it. I was never refunded the any money and she basically didn’t do anything but refer me to the worst attorney in the world. An attorney that is well known for doing a terrible job. I’ve met other women in divorce care who felt like Foushee treated them poorly and disrespectfully. In my opinion she turns her nose up at stay at home moms. Terrible. Wouldn’t recommend her to anyone.
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19 May, 2022 by Anonymous
Ms. Foushee did an outstanding job in my case. Not only was she professional, but she showed care when she was always willing to listen to my concerns. I also felt that she truly cared about my daughter's well being. In what I believe is a broken legal system when it comes to the child's mental health and case processing times, Ms. Foushee work was exceptional with all matters under her control. I could not think of a better attorney and highly recommend her for family matters.
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08 Apr, 2022 by Nicholas bland
My trial has been ongoing since 2018. Ms. Foushee has been representing my ex-wife since 2018. I have no problem with this. I do however have an extreme problem with how she has represented my children, which is why this firm deserves negative stars.
My children have been represented by Ms. Whitney Foushee since 2018. To my knowledge, Ms. Foushee has no children, has no idea what it is like to be a parent, and she should not be representing children in court in my humble opinion. In 2018, I signed a document, without proper legal counsel, after constant pressure and manipulation by my ex-wife. This document, which Ms. Foushee created, directly contributed to the disintegration of the relationship with my children. Since signing that document, my children have never stepped foot in my home, and have only spent one night with me in the past 3+ years. I was not even allowed to visit them at their school before they moved to Florida.
Please put yourself in this situation and try to understand the emotional and psychological damage this can do to a person. This firm does not care about your children. The only thing this firm cares about is your money. I have taken responsibility for the action of signing that document. I demand the same responsibility/accountability for the attorney who would draft such a document.
Please google search and read through the following articles that discuss parental alienation as a form of child abuse, and reference how attorneys like Whitney Foushee should be held responsible for this child abuse as well.
Parental Alienation (Syndrome)-A serious form of psychological child abuse" Ment Health Fam Med (2018) 14: 725-739. This was published by Dr. Boch in the Journal of Mental Health and Family Medicine in 2018.
Parental Alienation as a Form of Emotional Child Abuse: Current State of Knowledge and Future Directions for Research (Family Science Review, Volume 22, Issue 4, 2018). This document was published by Dr. Kruk in the journal of Family Science Review in 2018.
Parental Alienating Behaviors: An Unacknowledged Form of Family Violence. (2018, Vol. 144, No. 12, 1275–12990033-2909/18/$12.00 http://dx.doi.org/10.1037/bul0000175). This article was published in the journal of the American Psychological Association in 2018.
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07 Nov, 2023 by Anonymous
I was ripped off of my money because nothing has been done with any of these violations.
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13 Dec, 2018 by Samantha
Attorney Keith Metz has been representing me on a case since July and I must say he is the best attorney I have come across. He has been patient, he has been flexible and has adapted to my needs even with me being out of state. He has taken a great weight off of my shoulders and has made this process nearly painless. I highly recommend him to everyone in the Charlotte area, he is amazing and responsible! He is on top of things, will always get to you in a timely manner and will keep you updated. Do not hesitate to place your trust in the Metz Law Firm!
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06 Jul, 2017 by Paulette
Keith was very polite. Her used key words and I was able to look up more information.
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10 Oct, 2024 by Lauren bridgers
In my experience it appears they're so desperate for clients they will Support someone making 15k a month in trying to obtain Support from a mother barely making ends meet. Pathetic.
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08 Oct, 2024 by Brinx ;*
12 Jul, 2024 by Megan giroux
Eric is passionate about connecting with his clients who may be in crisis to let them know their options and walk every step of the way with them. I have been so impressed with his professionalism and approachability as a family law attorney.
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15 Aug, 2023 by Anonymous
She will not fight for you. She dropped me in the middle of a traumatic divorce. Annette does not communicate well, return calls, or emails. She took my money and ran. She did not present evidence in court , she wasn’t prepared, just went along with what the other party said. She isn’t a fighter she is not in the right field or position. Don’t hire her, hire someone who cares
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16 Oct, 2020 by Anonymous
Ms. Heim is meticulous, experienced, knowledgeable, hard working, and no-nonsense. She listens and then acts in the best interest of her clients to ensure that their concerns are properly addressed. She is professional, thorough, honest, and trustworthy. Rest assured that she will represent you well. I would give her 10 stars if I could. She is amazing.
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15 Oct, 2020 by Stephanie
I put this lawyer on retainer at the suggestion of my lawyer based out of Charlotte. She would help with matters in the event my case went to court in Concord. I was able to settle with the other party and never needed her services. However, she is unwilling to reimburse me the money she was paid even though she spent zero time on my case. This is bad business!!
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05 Feb, 2025 by Alan weissman
This law office is completely unequipped to handle modern employment law cases. The attorney was shockingly uneducated on clear-cut workplace retaliation, ADA violations, HIPAA privacy breaches, and discrimination law. Instead of recognizing textbook legal violations, he was dismissive, condescending, and gaslighting—forcing me to explain basic legal concepts, only to victim shame me for staying in a job where I was financially and medically trapped.
Rather than advocating for employee rights, he made me justify my own case, despite having prepared over 500 pages of documentation and proof of clear violations, retaliation, and systemic discrimination—questioning clear ADA noncompliance and disability discrimination. I even had to explicitly explain how multiple diagnoses and conditions are legally protected, and he still failed to recognize obvious retaliation. He clearly does not understand modern workplace environments or employment law beyond the most basic level.
On top of that, I was financially and physically displaced due to a Hurricane Helene, another concept that didn’t warrant even the slightest bit of compassion or understanding from him.
I came in for a consultation prepared to pay $400 for solid legal advice but ended up wasting my time repeating myself, trying to explain the nature of modern remote work environments, cloud computing, and corporate tech consulting. He should have paid me for educating him on these concepts—even though I doubt he remembered anything that was discussed after I left the room.
If you are looking for a lawyer who is compassionate, understands nuance, and is actually familiar with employment law from this century, look elsewhere. You should not have to repeat yourself multiple times, be further gaslit, or feel more exhausted after a legal consultation than you did before it.
The lack of competence extends beyond legal matters. If you expect a law office that at least knows how to update their own Google business listing, provide clear office directions, or even put up a sign so clients can find them, you’ll be disappointed there too. If they can’t even manage basic business operations, how can they be trusted with a complex legal case?
Do not waste your time.
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14 Dec, 2024 by Benjamin slutsky
I used Joe for a NFA Trust and it was an super easy experience.
I'd absolutely go to Joe with any legal issue I have
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06 Sep, 2024 by Kevin cole
Excellent communication and knowledge base. Treated me very professionally and did what she said she would.
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18 Dec, 2019 by Christine
We have tried several times to contact Ms. Holliday over the last several months with no response. We had to contact the district court to find out that Ms. Holliday failed to appear in court on our last court date. Her negligence has landed us all Failures to Appear on our cases. All of her clients in this matter would really appreciate a response from her and want to know how she is going to fix this.
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12 Dec, 2017 by Anonymous
When Melisa was handling my case, she was having a family issue and maybe due to that reason, she didn't reply to me in a time manner. But anyway , she handle my case very well and the result is very good.
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09 Feb, 2017 by Jed
Melissa has been my attorney on more than one traffic violation. She is very knowledgeable and has been prompt at getting the matters handled!
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16 Jan, 2025 by Kristelle nunez
I recently needed some legal help and am so happy that I came across Mr. Curtis! He was very reassuring and confident when handling my case and I never had to worry about my case once I hired him! Mr. Curtis and Shawnee were the absolute best at answering any questions I had throughout the process! I will be back should I need legal services again!
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17 Dec, 2024 by Justbeinglisa
Jennifer answered every text message/phone call. She was very polite and straight-forward about the price. She told me she'd meet me at the jail at 7:00 p.m. and she was there at 7pm, not one minute late. She was pretty quick filling out all her paperwork. I gave her the money & she showed me where to sign. I recommend Integrity Bail Bonding and definitely recommend Jennifer.
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29 Oct, 2024 by Christine mamone parker
Outstanding service and excellent care for my son! Frank is amazing and I cannot say enough good things about him!!!
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30 Jan, 2023 by Cheryl
I met with Ms. Cain in Feb 2022, for consult on child custody, from the moment she walked in she was not only dn to earth, but straight to the task in hand , on what it was we were looking for in our case. She was straight forward, never sugarcoating, so I knew what to expect each and every time. She was professional at all times returned my emails , calls and made us feel comfortable and that she truly cared. I would highly recommend her and I will definitely use her again if ever needed.
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30 Aug, 2018 by Anonymous
Aimee is the best lawyer I've ever had contact with. Married three times with bad custody battle twice. She really is wonderful and NOT money grubbing and greedy. Once she even gave me advice without a charge. I truly admire her as a person and as a professional. If I'm ever back in her state and have a need she is the only lawyer I'd ever consider. I miss her, she's very refreshing in today's world of mostly greedy over- rated over-paid attorneys that are heartless.... she is a gem with a great big heart.
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20 Jul, 2017 by Anonymous
Totally incompetent and incapable of doing what you pay her thousands of dollars to do. Never returns phone calls and when I call her office, she is never there. I am constantly told to contact her by email but she never answers those either. She took my money and did nothing but agree to continuances for almost a year and then told me if I didn't pay her more money she would withdraw as my attorney and I could start over. She shouldn't be allowed to be an attorney and take someones hard earned money and do nothing for them. Never hire this fake!
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29 Mar, 2024 by A. cole
This is an attorney, a human being, you can trust with your most personal, good and difficult matters. Mrs. Hames is truly the Gold Standard of an excellent attorney.
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02 Nov, 2023 by Tyler mutes
I did my adoption with them and they kept me informed throughout the whole process. Amanda at the front desk made the communication process easy as can be. Overall great experience.
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18 Oct, 2023 by Discount kitchen direct
Jennifer has always helped me with legal advice throughout the years. She's an excellent resource if you need her!
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15 Nov, 2024 by Alice williams
Highly recommend! The staff and Ms. Keller are wonderful to work with and have great communication.
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13 Nov, 2024 by T2j johnson
I’ve been dealing with this law firm since October I had a work incident to where my finger got cut off I called the law firm and Ambria was assigned to me not knowing she is just a receptionist and not a lawyer, she not only doesn’t answer phone calls nor text messages but also played as if she was my lawyer, I couldn’t get my prescriptions nor was I receiving my correct pay from worker’s compensation, I kept calling and leaving voicemails because every time I call it goes to voicemail then one day I was told my lawyer would be Tammy then Shannon, however Shannon called me and was highly disrespectful to me even hung up in my face with all that they still wanted 25 percent of a settlement that I never received, I strongly urge people not to use this law firm for anything, you get the run around, you don’t get all your wages, plus you get disrespected just for calling because you have a receptionist that’s trying to play as a lawyer I should file a lawsuit against them for Emotional Distress
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What a Domestic Violence Lawyer Can Do for You
A domestic violence lawyer provides legal assistance to individuals involved in cases of domestic abuse, whether you are a victim seeking protection or someone accused of domestic violence defending against the charges. These lawyers help with obtaining restraining orders (protective orders), representing clients in criminal court, and handling related family law issues such as child custody, divorce, and visitation rights.
If you are dealing with domestic violence, a lawyer can help protect your rights and navigate the legal system to ensure your safety or defend you if you’re falsely accused.
When Should I Hire a Domestic Violence Lawyer?
You should consider hiring a domestic violence lawyer if you are:
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A Victim of Domestic Violence:
- Filing for a protective order (restraining order): If you need immediate protection from an abuser, a lawyer can help you file for a protective order, which legally requires the abuser to stay away from you and refrain from contacting you.
- Divorce or separation due to abuse: If domestic violence is a factor in your relationship, a lawyer can help you pursue a divorce or legal separation and ensure that you are protected throughout the process.
- Child custody and visitation issues: A lawyer can help you secure custody of your children and limit or restrict the abuser’s visitation rights to protect the safety of your children.
- Filing criminal charges: If you are pursuing criminal charges against the abuser, a domestic violence lawyer can work with law enforcement and prosecutors to ensure the case is handled properly.
- Assistance with safety planning: A lawyer can advise on the legal steps to create a safety plan, including securing temporary housing, and taking steps to protect you and your family.
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Accused of Domestic Violence:
- Defending against criminal charges: If you’ve been accused of domestic violence, a lawyer can defend your case, challenge the evidence, and represent you in court. If possible, the lawyer can help get charges reduced or dismissed.
- Challenging a restraining order: If someone has obtained a protective order against you, a lawyer can help you contest the order to prevent it from negatively impacting your life, including your employment and child custody rights.
- Dealing with family law issues: Domestic violence allegations can affect child custody, divorce, and property division. A lawyer can represent your interests in family court and ensure that your parental rights are protected.
- Avoiding criminal record implications: A lawyer can work to minimize the impact of the allegations on your record, which can affect your employment, housing, and future legal matters.
Hiring a lawyer at the earliest stages can help ensure your rights are protected and the case is handled effectively, whether you are seeking protection or defending against accusations.
What Does a Domestic Violence Lawyer Do?
A domestic violence lawyer provides various legal services depending on the specifics of your case. These responsibilities often include:
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For Victims:
- Filing for protective orders: A lawyer can help victims of domestic violence obtain temporary or permanent restraining orders, which provide legal protection by restricting the abuser’s access to you and your children.
- Representing you in divorce and child custody matters: Domestic violence often leads to divorce or separation, and a lawyer can represent you in family court to protect your assets, secure custody of your children, and arrange spousal and child support.
- Criminal representation: Lawyers work with law enforcement and prosecutors to pursue criminal charges against the abuser, ensuring that you are informed and supported throughout the legal process.
- Safety planning and legal advice: Lawyers provide advice on how to stay safe legally and can assist in securing temporary housing, providing guidance on how to leave abusive situations safely.
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For the Accused:
- Defending against charges: A lawyer will build a defense by investigating the case, gathering evidence, and challenging the claims made against you. If necessary, the lawyer can negotiate with prosecutors to reduce charges or penalties.
- Challenging protective orders: If a restraining order has been placed against you, a lawyer can contest the order and present evidence to defend against it, aiming to minimize its impact on your life and reputation.
- Handling related family law issues: Lawyers help defend against domestic violence allegations in divorce, child custody, and visitation disputes, working to protect your parental rights and reputation.
- Preventing long-term consequences: A lawyer will work to protect you from the long-term consequences of a domestic violence conviction, such as a criminal record that could affect employment, housing, and more.
How Are Domestic Violence Lawyers Paid?
Domestic violence lawyers generally charge for their services in different ways depending on the case's complexity and the type of legal work involved. Common payment structures include:
- Hourly rate: Many domestic violence lawyers charge by the hour, with rates ranging from $150 to $500 or more, depending on the lawyer’s experience and location. Hourly rates are common for both criminal defense and family law matters.
- Flat fee: For specific tasks, such as filing a restraining order or defending against a straightforward domestic violence charge, some lawyers offer a flat fee that covers all legal work related to that service.
- Retainer: In complex cases, such as those involving criminal charges, divorce, and custody disputes, a lawyer may require a retainer fee, which is an upfront payment that covers future legal services.
- Pro bono or reduced fees: Some domestic violence lawyers provide pro bono (free) or reduced-fee services to victims of domestic abuse who cannot afford legal representation.
It’s important to discuss fees during your consultation to ensure you understand how much your case will cost and what payment options may be available.
How Much Does a Domestic Violence Lawyer Cost?
The cost of hiring a domestic violence lawyer depends on the complexity of your case, the lawyer’s experience, and the type of legal work required. General cost estimates include:
- Restraining orders: The legal fees for filing a protective or restraining order typically range from $500 to $2,500, depending on whether the case requires a hearing.
- Criminal defense: If you’re defending against domestic violence charges, legal fees may range from $2,500 to $15,000 or more, depending on whether the case goes to trial and the severity of the charges.
- Family law issues: Legal fees for divorce, child custody, and other family law issues related to domestic violence can range from $3,000 to $15,000 or more, depending on the complexity of the case.
- Hourly rates: Domestic violence lawyers typically charge between $150 and $500 per hour for their services, with more experienced lawyers charging higher rates.
Always ask for a detailed cost estimate during your consultation to understand the total cost of legal services.
Top Questions to Ask a Domestic Violence Lawyer
Before hiring a domestic violence lawyer, it’s important to ask key questions to ensure they have the right experience and approach for your case. Key questions to ask include:
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What experience do you have with domestic violence cases?
Ensure that the lawyer has handled domestic violence cases similar to yours, whether you’re a victim or the accused. -
How do you charge for your services?
Clarify whether the lawyer charges by the hour, flat fees, or a retainer, and ask for a detailed cost estimate. -
What is the likely outcome of my case?
Ask the lawyer for an honest assessment of your case, including potential challenges and expected outcomes. -
How long will the process take?
Domestic violence cases vary in length, so ask the lawyer how long they expect the process to last and what might cause delays. -
Will I need to appear in court?
Ask if your participation in court is required, and how the lawyer plans to represent you during hearings or trials. -
What steps should I take to protect myself or my rights?
Whether you’re a victim seeking protection or defending against allegations, ask the lawyer how they will help you navigate the situation.
How to Check the Credibility of a Domestic Violence Lawyer
To ensure you are hiring a reputable domestic violence lawyer, take the following steps to verify their credentials and track record:
- Check their bar status: Verify with your state bar association that the lawyer is licensed and in good standing with no history of disciplinary actions.
- Look for domestic violence experience: Review the lawyer’s website or professional profile to ensure they specialize in domestic violence cases and have successfully handled cases like yours.
- Read client reviews and testimonials: Look for reviews on platforms like Avvo, Martindale-Hubbell, or Google to see what previous clients say about their experience with the lawyer.
- Ask for references: A reputable lawyer should be able to provide references from past clients who have been involved in domestic violence cases.
- Check for memberships in relevant organizations: Look for certifications or memberships in family law or domestic violence advocacy groups, such as the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence (NCADV).
What Should I Prepare for My First Consultation?
To get the most out of your first consultation with a domestic violence lawyer, it’s important to come prepared with relevant documents and information. Here’s what you should bring:
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For Victims:
- Details of the abuse: Prepare a detailed account of the abuse, including dates, locations, and descriptions of any injuries or threats.
- Police reports and medical records: Bring copies of any police reports, medical records, or photographs that document the abuse.
- Legal filings: If you have already filed for a restraining order or been involved in any legal proceedings, bring copies of those documents.
- Questions about your safety and legal options: Be ready to ask about the best steps to protect yourself and your family, as well as what legal actions you should pursue.
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For the Accused:
- Details of the allegations: Prepare a detailed account of the incident or allegations against you, including any evidence or witnesses that support your defense.
- Legal documents: Bring any legal documents you have received, such as a restraining order, criminal charges, or child custody filings.
- Questions about your defense: Prepare questions about the legal process, possible penalties, and how the lawyer plans to defend your case.
By preparing thoroughly for your consultation, you can help the lawyer assess your situation and provide the best possible legal advice.
