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23 Aug, 2024 by Dolores monroe
Ms. Clark made us so comfortable right from the beginning. She listened to us, answered every question we had & put us at ease immediately. She was very knowledgeable, direct & did exactly as she stated to us. We felt as if she truly had our back & it was such a huge relief! If we ever need a lawyer again, she'll be the 1st one we call on for assistance. Thank you Ms. Clark!
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14 Jul, 2024 by Brudda
Helped with divorce and most importantly child custody with a parent trying to use the children as pawns. She fights for what's best for the children; not what the parents want. Ms. Barbara Clark is awesome
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19 Dec, 2023 by Teresa porter
She has done much for me and my family. Her excellence and knowledge has served us well.
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08 Jul, 2024 by Samantha studebaker
There are not enough adjectives to properly describe the level of professionalism and attention to detail that is provided by Alicia and her team. We have used her office for multiple business related issues as well as personal ones. I have recommended her and everyone that I have recommended her to has also been happy with the results. This is the office to trust with all of your legal needs.
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08 Jul, 2024 by Kino kendall
08 Jul, 2024 by Jason howard
Mital Patel is an amazing attorney. Aggressive approach and knows the law. Flat rates for most services.
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22 Oct, 2017 by Jennifer
Not being one who writes reviews, I am writing because I am uniquely positioned to provide insight as I have observed Ms. Fleishman’s performance over the last 10 years in my own case, extended family’s case, and the cases of family friends. Ms. Fleishman delivered wins in each of these cases and demonstrated brilliant intellect, detailed knowledge of law, uncanny intuition, and a keen sense on where a case is heading and what may arise. Lori and her team completely turned my case around into a complete success.
In the past, I interviewed many attorneys and can empathize that it is incredibly difficult finding someone trustworthy, who is not primarily concerned with filling their retainer. Ms. Fleishman is on the opposite end of this spectrum as she genuinely gives counsel for the benefit of her clients. She cares more about winning your case, protecting you from any damage, and obtaining the healthiest outcome for your family. There have been moments when her advice to me went against any additional profit to her. This is the caliber of representation that I strongly believe deserves such a great review.
Ms. Lori Fleishman is a renowned top tier attorney who is highly regarded in the South, having represented both private individuals and major companies. She is regularly hired by the South’s finest, from company heads to industry executives. People even look for her from areas outside Tennessee. Many have heard of her wins, as she wins more than loses. If you are hiring her for your case, you’d be happy to know that you are hiring the Ivy League of attorneys. If average attorneys are Kias, Ms. Fleishman is definitely a Ferrari. Quite literally, she has a strong presence in the room and is extremely fast on her feet. A rarity in the law world, she has both an empathetic, objective eye, but is also well known in the courtroom for being an aggressive fighter. Her fierceness in defense of her clients has long been famed and discussed among attorneys and previous, happy clients. I have seen her in Gladiator mode and she will NOT back down in your defense. I cannot emphasize this enough. She is extremely thorough and will catch the little details others will overlook, which can turn cases around. This combined with her intelligence, strong poised presence in the courtroom, and 30+ year experience makes her someone you definitely want on your side in tough cases. I’d much rather have her on my side than against. From personal experience, Ms. Fleishman takes the time to listen to her clients, ask detailed questions, and can immediately consider a number of possible strategies and resulting scenarios. With 30 years of experience, her expertise clearly shows in the first meeting, in mediation and under pressure in trial cases. She has a natural ability to think beyond what is being portrayed, and figure out what is truly happening on the other side.
I read other reviews on this site and have to shake my head. Some of the negative reviews are not authentic as there are cases where disgruntled opponents or ex spouses have lost against her in court and log onto these sites to smear her name. They create fictitious, fake stories to retaliate against a fair trial that they did not win. Please be careful when considering. As with any review, please question the credibility and stability of these authors. Questioning is healthy. If you are not sure about an attorney, try scheduling an appointment and see for yourself. If the attorney clearly shows knowledge, addresses your concerns, and completely evaluates your situation, that is a good sign.
Under her representation, I rested easy knowing that I have the best possible attorney in the South. I have confidently recommended her to my own family and friends, and I’ve only gotten words of gratitude. So I can definitely recommend her to others on here without hesitation. Feel free to send the letters of appreciation to my email. It would be extremely difficult to find better.
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23 Sep, 2014 by Anonymous
Lori Fleishman is a great lawyer and I highly recommend her for handling your divorce and/or child custody case. However, before I get into all the reasons why I think Lori is the best lawyer for these law specialties, I want to set the record straight about an exceptionally negative review about Lori that I just read on this forum. It is titled, ‘Jacqui, child custody case.’ Jacqui rated Lori as "poor" in all categories. I thought, how is it possible that one of Lori’s clients would rate her so low? A lawyer that deserves such low ratings surely could not survive in such a competitive market as Knoxville. I knew that Lori’s law firm was thriving, so I went back to re-read this review to try to better understand the person’s perspective. While I was reading it, I realized that I knew the person that had written this review, based on terminology and writing style, and she wasn’t a client of Lori Fleishman. Let's call her Alicia (not her real name), who is my child's ex-mother-in-law. Alicia hired several lawyers during the past few years in an attempt to gain the upper hand in both the divorce and child custody case in which my child was involved. She used various dirty tactics to try to manufacture evidence that she could use in court. Lori was able to negate the fabricated evidence and use it to our advantage.
Because Alicia has not been able to prevail, she has resorted to character assassination of the opposing lawyer (Lori). A lawyer's reputation is their livelihood. This is an effective, but very dishonest and low class way to "get even." It is interesting to note that Alicia chose the name Jacqui to be the author of her bogus "review." Jacqui is the name of one of Alicia’s real life daughters. Jacqui is really a very nice person and I doubt if she is linked in any way to her Mother's deceitful actions.
This is a good example of how easy it is for someone to ruin a professional's reputation by using lies on feedback forums, like this one, or on social media. It makes me wonder how many other bad reviews of Lori on this website and others like it could also be Alicia’s work. It is becoming more and more difficult to distinguish between the good guys and the frauds, liars, and disreputable people online. They distort the truth for their own selfish motives.
The good guys are legitimately trying to help the readers of this forum by sharing their REAL experiences, both positive and negative, as one of Lori’s clients. If people are being truthful, I have no doubt that the good reviews will overwhelmingly outnumber the bad ones.
MY REVIEW
My wife and I first met Lori Fleishman four years ago when we were looking for legal representation for our child’s divorce, which included a child custody battle. We were very pleased with the outcome that Lori fought for in both the divorce and the custody battle. Lori has a great legal team to assure that her clients have the most competent and effective legal representation possible.We highly recommend Lori Fleishman to anyone who is looking for a knowledgeable, experienced, and effective lawyer to represent them in a divorce or a child custody dispute. Lori guided us through the turmoil and kept us in the loop of what was happening at each step in the process. She imparted to us her confidence that we would eventually prevail.
In summary, I can’t stress enough that you don’t realize how important it is to have really good legal representation, especially if you face off with someone like Alicia. You need a lawyer that can respond to the twists and turns in a case and not back down from any hostilities or difficult situations faced, especially when “special personalities" are involved. - George
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02 Sep, 2014 by Elizabeth
Before I hired Ms. Fleishman, I looked at AVVO to see if she had any negative input. I was somewhat concerned by some of these comments. However, I know, first-hand, the kind of lawyer Ms. Fleishman is, and I also know that she gets results. It is true that any legal process takes a lot of time, and sometimes it takes much longer to get through all of the legal hogwash than we would like, but the end result is what is a determining factor for me. Ms. Fleishman has a history of having good results especially in child-custody matters. I know of no highly utilized attorney that has not received a negative comment from a client, or the other side, at one time or another. I suspect many of the negative comments made here, were made by someone other that the client. I have nothing but good to say about this attorney. Ms. Fleishman is professional, Ms. Fleishman is experienced in the law, and Ms. Fleishman gets results . . enough said!
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04 Aug, 2020 by Laura
Meghan Bodie was very compassionate, professional and made my divorce process smoother than I could have ever imagined. She took time to answer any questions I had and helped me every step of the way. I moved during the process, and she was able to complete my filing and finish everything across the distance. I highly recommend - couldn't have done it without her!
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30 Jul, 2020 by Mandy
I am a single mother of 2 children, father showed very little interest in our children and had many addictions . After father tested positive for drugs and proof of how mentally unstable dad was she made an agreement to allow our children to be supervised by grandpa who left them alone with father while he was intoxicated. Ms. Bodie, gave me terrible advise and put my infant and toddler in harm's way. She did not show up for court and sent her paralegal who told the judge " I dont know the case well enough to answer that question" even the judge responded "then why are you here" I was also wondering the same thing. I was still charged for that day also. Many emails of not being responded to. Ms. Bodie has no idea what she is doing and charged me for a bunch of paperwork that she never showed or had signed by a judge so therefore, I could not use a single document in future court situations. She was not bold, she had very little knowledge of what my rights were, and did not fight for me or my children. Honestly,
this lady is heartless and money hungry. Shame on you for taking advantage of me and my children knowing our situation Meghan... After almost 4,000 dollars later, she did not help me further my case but actually set me back almost a year and a half and STILL have not established child support and father is still playing games and not responsible for following anything court or lawyers requested. It seemed like Meghan was not for me but for the father. I also know another family that she screwed over big time and put their foster child in harm's way when they wanted to adopt and give this child a better life. I WOULD NOT RECOMMEND HER OR HER LAW FIRM. I'm surprised that she had positive reviews.
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13 Nov, 2016 by Jason
It's been a hard couple of months on my family. Without a doubt, the service that Meghan Bodie provided uplifted us in our time of need. While the ebbs and flows of the case didn't always go our way, Meghan always fought for us and our family's needs.
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05 Jun, 2021 by Anonymous
showed lack of concern and indifference with my case, Was paid two months prior to case and failed to show concern until the last minute. Mainly concerned about getting his payment. Very cold and unfeeling.
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16 Feb, 2015 by Tammy
Thomas Parker handled my divorce matter. He was very knowledgeable about my rights and gave me excellent advice during the process. He kept me informed and was prompt and responsive to all my questions. He is a very honest and caring person. I highly recommend Thomas Parker for those who are looking for an attorney to represent them.
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16 Feb, 2015 by June
Thomas Parker has handled a couple of matters for me. He is a very knowledgeable and trustworthy lawyer. He was always professional and is someone that really cares about you. Mr. Parker is also very easy to talk to and understand. I would highly recommend Thomas Parker for any legal action.
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21 Mar, 2018 by Betsi
Paige Coleman is a very caring, compassionate attorney that KNOWS the law. She is a very smart lady that handled my divorce getting me the very best results. She can be a Pit Bull when coming up against the opposition. Her rates are fair and reasonable as well.
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15 Feb, 2018 by Anonymous
Kind, caring, considerate! She does not appear to be money-hungry - she is really fighting for people...I could not have been happier with her services, her staff, and, most of all, the outcome.
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08 Feb, 2018 by Mary
I hired Paige Coleman twice in one year for two different legal issues. I was pleased both times with her professionalism, knowledge and reasonable rates. She has a very caring personality and courteous staff. I wouldn't have hesitated to hire her if my legal issues needed further assistance.
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17 Jun, 2024 by Grady
Best decision I ever made was hiring her for my divorce and custody case back in 2006. My son is now attending Mississippi State University and will be graduating in 2 years. I am confident that his life wouldn’t have been this fortunate if Lauren didn’t win my case. Great all around and even better to watch her inside the courtroom. Great to see her break the opponent.
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25 Jun, 2013 by Anonymous
Initially very responsive, however after failing to answer my calls for 6 weeks, and receiving a bill for thousands over my already deposited retainer check, I decided that she wasn't for me.
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24 Feb, 2011 by Anonymous
HAVE RECOMMEND HER TO OTHERS. WOULD USE HER AGAIN.
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03 Jun, 2015 by Brittany
he is currently representing my husband in Loudoun County and is doing a great job I would recommend him highly he keeps you informed and tries his best to get you a good deal
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21 Mar, 2024 by Larry mcleod
I will forever be grateful for Knoxville Family Law! They helped me get custody of my kids, and my ex’s lies were exposed. Thank you for all of your hard work and belief in the father.
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21 Mar, 2024 by Michael fortune
Blair Kennedy is great! You will be very happy with how she handles your case. Some attorneys are afraid to go to court but Blair thrives in an adversarial environment. She will fight for you!
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03 Oct, 2023 by Susan s.
Blair is an amazing lawyer. She is so smart and worked very hard on my case. We won thanks to her.
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01 Jun, 2020 by Renita
I have hired this attorney twice. Both times he was efficient and won my cases. I did not hesitate to pay for his work. He seems to know the system and those that work in the system. I appreciated his honesty in evaluating the possibilities before going into the courtroom. He appeared in the courtroom on time and did not draw out his fees like other lawyers. He did not talk to me like I was uneducated. The process was as good as it could have been under the circumstances.
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30 May, 2019 by Richard
He took on my case and stood in my place to straighten out issues I had started without an attorney. I'm still working with him and he's become a friend of mine in the process.
Somethings I wish would have moved faster but in hindsight I'm lucky they didn't as a whole new world of options have since presented themselves.
The reason for the 5 stars is he opened up to me on why we haven't moved faster on a certain issue and I really doubt another lawyer would've told me what he did.
When the time comes he'll stomp all over the opposing parties. People have to remember things usually don't go as quick as you'd like.
I'm sticking with him and have more things in the fire that will come his way.
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16 Aug, 2018 by Anonymous
I hired this person to protect me in my divorce. It was my house before marriage so I owned it. Ex wife even agreed. He tells me if I will sell my house to my ex he will forego his bill. I sign a quitclaim he says she needs for financing. She goes same day and registered it. I come home my ex is moving in and police make me leave. I could not get work I did on computer for payment out of my house. It's been 2 months since divorce final. I'm still not paid, I'm now homeless living in car, I am disabled and had been unemployed for 2 years. I cannot tell you how much money he has cost me and has left me in worse condition I've ever been in. Would never return phone call or text, he emailed me twice, Now he has lien on monies due me. He's a class act. Before I fired him, I called him 5x in about an hour, no answer. My friend says use my phone. He answered, surprised that i was on the phone. This being 3 weeks with no communication from him and my being kicked out of house. My car got repo. You have been warned.
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15 Feb, 2024 by Lea cavender
I have had Charles H.Child represent me for over a decade on business & personal matters . He is the most knowledgeable,& ethical & understanding attorney I have ever worked with . I would highly recommend him over anyone in his field of law based on my personal experiences.
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04 Feb, 2023 by Lynn daly
Mr. Charles Child is without question the best family law attorney in Knoxville, TN. His experience is unmatched. If you seek wise counsel, he is it. We will be forever grateful for his services.
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06 Oct, 2022 by Bennett wyse
Top notch law firm!
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15 Feb, 2024 by Lea cavender
I have had Charles H.Child represent me for over a decade on business & personal matters . He is the most knowledgeable,& ethical & understanding attorney I have ever worked with . I would highly recommend him over anyone in his field of law based on my personal experiences.
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04 Feb, 2023 by Lynn daly
Mr. Charles Child is without question the best family law attorney in Knoxville, TN. His experience is unmatched. If you seek wise counsel, he is it. We will be forever grateful for his services.
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06 Oct, 2022 by Bennett wyse
Top notch law firm!
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28 Jul, 2024 by Leah
My name is Leah Marsh and I wanted to take a moment and recommend my attorney David Boyd. He did a great job for me in my divorce. He fought hard for me to obtain alimony from my cheating husband and even uncovered hidden bank accounts that I didn't even know about!
I could not recommend him more!
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23 Jul, 2024 by Coleen
I wanted to take a brief moment and recommend Attorney David Boyd. He is a fighter and he fought for me during my divorce. He is expensive, but for me, he was worth it and I would use him again (heaven forbid I marry another egotistical narcissist like my ex!).
Make an appointment and evaluate him for yourself.
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18 Jul, 2024 by Jack
It is my pleasure to leave a brief review for Attorney David Boyd. He is aggressive both in court and when he deals with other lawyers, believe me for I've seen him in action.
Expensive, yes. Effective, absolutely.
If you are in need of legal help, he should be your first call. Visit with him and make your mind up for yourself.
Jack Butler, Jr.
Gatlinburg, TN
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07 Jun, 2024 by Daniel patru
Andrew Harrison gave us several options that we had not known about. With his help, we ended up with a simpler, better solution that saved us a lot of money.
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05 Feb, 2024 by Charles archer
Never return calls
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07 Dec, 2023 by Jessica hildebrand
07 Jun, 2024 by Daniel patru
Andrew Harrison gave us several options that we had not known about. With his help, we ended up with a simpler, better solution that saved us a lot of money.
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05 Feb, 2024 by Charles archer
Never return calls
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07 Dec, 2023 by Jessica hildebrand
24 Jun, 2021 by Anonymous
Hired Nick for my divorce. He knows what he’s doing and works well with other attorneys. He keeps you calm and has many years of experience. Super fair and honest. He made the difference for me.
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24 Jun, 2021 by Mark
I want to thank Nick and his team. He has been a rock for me and my family for over 10 years. From court calls to personal advice this man has help us through some very tough times. Do not know what we could have done without him. To say he personally has made my life better is an understatement. I would not hesitate to pick up the phone and call him for any matter. Thank you for the wonderful support.
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24 Jun, 2021 by Anonymous
Nick has been our attorney since we moved to Knoxville 30 years ago. He has helped us with several legal issues over the years and we have been thrilled with the results each time. He is honest, comforting, and very knowledgeable and we would highly recommend Nick for your legal needs!
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03 Apr, 2023 by Tamara
On 6.15.21 I hired Ashley to handle the adoption of my grandson that I already had legal guardianship of. I know she sent a processor in 11.21 to find the bio-father to sign over custody. From that point on she didn't do anything else on my case until I filed a complaint with the State board. Finally on 1.19.23 we went to court and she didn't have the proper paperwork. I didn't hear from her again until I hired another lawyer to finish what she started. On 3.8 she called said she was on her way to court to have the judge sign and pick up my certified copies to mail to me. I've reached out several times and as of today, 4.3.23 I still haven't gotten my copies of the adoption. Please...don't use this attorney!
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12 Jan, 2020 by Meghan
Ashley was truly a god send to our family! When our private adoption got a little sticky and the hospital was doing/saying conflicting things to the birth mother, whom had made her choice of a private adoption and chose my husband and I, Ashley truly went to bat for us! In the most respectful, tactful, but productive way she contacted the appropriate hospital attorneys and authority's to make sure our sons custody arrangement and his safety, best interest, and well-being was the number one thing everyone focused on. When our son was three days old and in the NICU, Ashley was able to meet with a judge to get us emergency custody of our son, per the birth parents wishes, so we could make appropriate medical decisions for him, visit him, and begin to bond with him before bringing him home from the hospital. Throughout our entire adoption process, Ashley made sure we were informed, prepared, and also had everything done exactly as needed for the legal side of this adoption. Our case was very unusual and we always had a million questions, emailed her pretty much weekly, spoke on the phone often, and visited her in the office with our son and no matter how many times she had answered the question before, she always explained things to us again. Aside from being an amazing attorney, who communicated often with us and kept us in the loop of where we were at in the filing process, she always showed us that she truly cared. She took interest in our personal story, why we were adopted, and she truly loves our son and he loves her even more. Any time we saw her, he was reaching for her. I’m not sure that without Ashley’s tenacity, tact, strength, and persistence that we would have our son; seeing as the hospital had some conflicting thoughts when he was born and until he was three days old. My husband and I cannot speak more highly of Ashley (and everyone At the Barnett Firm) as they truly fought not only for us, but with us to become parents. There will never be enough thanks and praise to show and tell her!
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04 Jan, 2020 by Anonymous
With my case I didn’t know what to do or how to handle it but Ashley was very clear and she understood how I felt. When I hired Ashley, she was on top of everything for my case and she answered any questions I had. If I emailed her with anything, she responded within a day or two. I absolutely love Ashely and how she handled my child support case.
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09 Jun, 2021 by Alicia
Paisley was my attorney and put me at ease from day one. She is maybe a bit curt but it is because of a laser focus on her client and making sure they get what is right.
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31 Jul, 2020 by Molly
Update 29Jul: I am a client of Paisley Anderson (Fendley & Etson) and am going through a divorce. Throughout this process I have struggled to get communication from my attorney despite numerous emails and phone calls. I discovered from my husbands attorney that he had been requesting information from my attorney with no response for 4+ weeks. When I asked my attorney about it, she claimed she had never received anything but nonchalantly asked for the very information the other attorney had been requesting "just in case he asked for it." I sent the email proof that he had requested it and that she was being dishonest but received no response and still don't know if the information was forwarded (it has been 3 weeks). I have been incessantly harassed and threatened by my husband and am in such fear for my family that the military has opened a Criminal Investigative Division (CID) case and issued a military protective order because I cannot get my attorney, nor the named partner, to respond to my emails or phone calls.
Update 31Jul: I still have not heard back from my attorney, Paisley Anderson. I was told two days ago that the named partner, Mr. Fendley, would be calling me but have not heard from him. When I called the firm again I was told that no other attorney could help me. It has been 12 days since I notified Paisley that I had to call the cops and CID on my husband and I needed help in enforcing the restraining order he was under due to stalking. I've still received no response.
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20 Jul, 2020 by Aaron
Mrs. Anderson was my attorney and worked tirelessly to make sure that I was taken care of through to process. She is fair, well prepared for all our court meetings and never stops fighting to make sure her clients are taken care of. Anyone who says otherwise is clearly on the other side of a case.
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23 May, 2024 by Celeste-shawn lindquist
12 May, 2024 by Torrie taylor
Emily Cala at Legal Aid won my rent dispute I am so Grateful and Thankful for the services.
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06 May, 2024 by Eric rose
01 Feb, 2024 by Lea
Charles Child is the best attorney I ever worked with . He is trustworthy & thorough , committed, kept in touch & did a great job . He was also caring & considerate . He fought for me & helped me during a difficult time . He has done work in several areas over a 20 year period & I would not want to hire anyone else . I highly recommend him. His professionalism and compassion made it easier for me .
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06 Oct, 2023 by Anonymous
Child did not communicate during the time he represented my case. I ended up seeking real legal counsel to finish my case.
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24 Mar, 2022 by Rebecca bailey aka southernzena
23 May, 2024 by Celeste-shawn lindquist
12 May, 2024 by Torrie taylor
Emily Cala at Legal Aid won my rent dispute I am so Grateful and Thankful for the services.
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06 May, 2024 by Eric rose
22 Feb, 2018 by Lee
I went to Bill with a pretty bad contract problem that I had been trying to get fixed for several years. Bill really listened to everything I said, and then really worked hard on it. He was able to work it out in just the way I had hoped. I will definitely use him again when I need a good lawyer!
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12 Sep, 2017 by Scott
I recently had the pleasure of trying a case with Bill and I cannot say enough about his effort and preparation, He truly did a great job!
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16 Jun, 2016 by Tom
I hired Knoxvegas law and Attorney Bill Taylor to handle a very difficult child support case for me. For more than 3 years I have had money taken for child support by both TN and VA (where my ex lives). Although I have had custody of my daughter for more than 3 years, VA continued to intercept my taxes and TN kept trying to hold me in contempt for not paying and being in arrearage. Finally, yesterday.....Attorney Taylor showed the judge how I have overpaid child support owed and finally got it settled. The time and effort he put into my case got me the outcome I deserved. He is a great lawyer in my opinion.
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08 Dec, 2020 by Ethan
At the lowest point of my life, Mr. Stansell
Helped me pick up the pieces. He was always communicative, answering calls or emails from me well outside regular hours. He offered wonderful advice and truly helped make this divorce and child custody process bearable. I cannot recommend enough.
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02 Oct, 2017 by Anonymous
Talked a good talk, but did very little. I never received communication, documents, returned phone calls. Was not informed of a court date, nor was the opposing counsel! Billed several thousand dollars for nothing. Left firm abruptly (I assume he was fired) which was the only positive thing that happened.
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13 Jun, 2017 by Tyler
Being faced with a divorce while on deployment, Mr. Stansell took excellent care and represented me throughout the process. He was attentive, responsive, and a calming force during a very hard time in my life. He answered all my questions and helped me to make sense of divorce proceedings when I wasn't even in the country. He helped me find contractors to do work on my home so it could be put on the market, appraisers for cars and jewelry - he really was an outstanding attorney. I highly recommend Zachariah to anyone who is looking for someone who knows their stuff, is aggressive when necessary and will represent you and your interests well, and also give honest feedback throughout the process. He is a five star attorney and worth every penny. Cannot thank him enough for what he did for me and my family.
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01 Apr, 2022 by Anonymous
We retained Mrs Ogle for an important matter and was extremely disappointed in her representation. There were several times I reached out to find out the status on certain topics to no reply, ever. There were several things that she did not follow through with. I had several questions during our meeting and also the day of court and she literally told me “not now” or basically gave me a look that said shut up. She did not fight for the needs of our situation. The only time I felt confident in Mrs Ogle was when she was selling herself during the consultation. I regret hiring Mrs Ogle, she is not an aggressive attorney at all. Anyone looking to hire Mrs Ogle, I would look elsewhere. I have never written a review of any kind in my life but felt the need to save someone else from wasting their money.
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27 Jan, 2017 by Linde
I recently retained Mrs. Ogle to file divorce papers for me. She was a pleasure to work with. She did everything I asked in a timely and professional manner. Her rates were reasonable and I left satisfied with the time that it took and the end result. If you want someone on your side that doesn't make you feel like just another billable hour you would be remiss not to at least consult with her on your situation.
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23 Sep, 2021 by Anonymous
Rachel Sanders Hurley is a kind and empathetic person however she is extremely unresponsive possibly due to too much work and made a royal mess out of my legal case. She recommended that I change from visitation to family therapy and because of this recommendation I have nearly lost all contact with my children. She withdrew from my case without my permission as well. She made zero progress in my case when she was my attorney. I do not recommend Rachel Sanders Hurley.
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20 Sep, 2018 by Vicki
Our family had a custody matter we were dealing with and Rachel stepped in and helped my family tremendously. She was professional, compassionate and listened to every detail. She worked with us to understand the process and approach the situation with only the best interest of the child in mind. She will work hard for you and walk you through every step. She worked her schedule around ours and worked hard for the best possible out come. A might warrior for her clients.
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14 Jan, 2022 by Trey
Mr. Pate has repeatedly dropped the ball on my case. Rescheduling court dates without my approval, refusing to do anything that I ask of him and now has blocked my phone number and has ignored multiple emails. He never even sounded like he understood what was going on in my case.
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10 Feb, 2013 by Amanda b
He is a wonderful lawyer. I can not say enough. He listens well, he is quiet, however when he speaks it is what needs to be said. He is very good!
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29 Aug, 2022 by Anonymous
I’m not sure if he’s given up and about to retire but he will run up charges and take your money so that you can get no results. He will lengthen the case purposely to add extra charges and leave you with thousands extra that you didn’t expect. Will he get the job done. The answer is no. Chose someone else.
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20 May, 2016 by Steven
This will be the third time I have had to yous Mr. Wykoff for issues with my X wife.He has been very professional and I feel has done an excellent job every time. I would recommend him to anyone.
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31 Mar, 2015 by Anonymous
Mr. Wykoff handled my divorce case, he did not look out for my best interest or try to negotiate on my behalf. He was offended that I took the time to look up what my rights were for mediation. I did not feel he was trustworthy because he never did what he said he was going to do but he ran up quite a bill. Lastly he made an unnecessary an inappropriate remark to my daughter. I would never recommend Mr. Wykoff to anyone.
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06 Oct, 2022 by Lisa schooler
MR George Underwood has Always been here for my family Schooler’s, Blair’s, Butt’s, Smith’s,Stoke’s, Humphy’s, Drag’s, Croom’s, Holland’s, Birdine’s and many many others that are family not by Blood. By The BLOOD THE LOVE THE MERSEY OF JESUS . MR Roadrunner, Mr Love Everbody as GOD LOVE’S all Thank You George my Big Brother Understand!! Much love much respect for not forgetting where you come from and forgetting those of us that have been forgotten 🙏🏽🙏🏽❤️💐 Your # 1Fan
Lisa Marie Schooler Big Sister to all that come the Right Way With Love Not War or Hate🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽💐💐❤️❤️
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12 Apr, 2021 by Dustin singleton
Did not even attempt to respond left several messages
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02 Mar, 2020 by Elizabeth marshall
I wouldn't recommend him to anyone because he is not to be trusted
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13 Sep, 2021 by Djm <----- fake account
***This Review was made from a HACKED email Address****
Mr. Schwartz has a ton of experience and he was very professional in every aspect. I highly recommend him to anyone looking for legal advice.
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31 Dec, 2020 by Anonymous
This man is dishonest and acts criminally in court. He has been in trouble before and needs to have his license pulled. It's coming. Do not hire this man
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30 Apr, 2015 by Daniel
I've used Mr. Schwartz twice and both times he hit a home run for me. In each case the state had all the evidence they needed to get me. Mr. Schwartz stepped in an preserved my freedom despite my confession and evidence to the police at times of arrest.
Your lawyer does not need to respond to every little worry you have. They don't have time for that. But you can trust this guy is working for you.
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27 Sep, 2024 by Ben edwards
Only giving one Star because I'm really just using this to try and get ahold of someone. Everytime I call it says my call can not be completed. Someone said y'all help with local tyrants. I need that help. Please contact me.
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27 Sep, 2024 by Knox foodie
Attorneys are who made it so that it is so incredibly difficult to represent yourself or sue anyone else and so exceptionally expensive to obtain an attorney, creating defined lines between the Capital and Districts.
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20 Aug, 2024 by Amanda hamlin
This is such a great service. When you find yourself in a situation where an attorney is needed, it is very overwhelming. I called around Knoxville for two days trying to find the right attorney that could help me. I contacted the Knoxville Bar Association and within a few hours I received an attorney referral. It was that easy! When I contacted my referred attorney, I panicked when I found out it would be a couple of weeks before we could meet due to scheduling conflicts. I contacted Tracy Chain at the Knoxville Bar Association. She is amazing! She understood my panic and assured me the referred attorney was the best attorney for my situation. She was very helpful and offered a few other suggestions to help.
After speaking with my referred attorney, I couldn’t be more pleased with the referral. He truly was the best attorney to fit my situation. He was patient, kind and very knowledgeable of the law regarding my issue. I felt like he really understood me and my unique situation. Most notably, I found him to be extremely honest. He explained everything in great detail so I had a better understanding of my options. I couldn’t have found a more perfect fit.
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What a Family Law Lawyer Can Do for You
A family law lawyer provides legal services related to family relationships, including marriage, divorce, child custody, and adoption. Family lawyers help clients navigate emotionally charged legal issues, providing guidance and representation in disputes that affect spouses, children, and parents. Whether you're going through a divorce, seeking custody of your children, or drafting a prenuptial agreement, a family law lawyer ensures your rights are protected and your interests are represented.
Family law attorneys often handle sensitive matters and offer objective legal advice, helping clients reach fair outcomes either through negotiation, mediation, or litigation.
When Should I Hire a Family Law Lawyer?
Hiring a family law lawyer is beneficial in several situations, especially when legal matters involve close personal relationships. Common reasons to hire a family law lawyer include:
- Divorce or separation: When ending a marriage, a lawyer can help you navigate issues such as division of assets, spousal support, and child custody arrangements.
- Child custody and visitation disputes: If you and your co-parent can't agree on custody or visitation, a lawyer can represent your interests and work toward a solution that benefits your children.
- Child support: Whether you’re seeking child support or defending against a claim, a lawyer can help ensure the appropriate amount is calculated and enforced.
- Prenuptial or postnuptial agreements: A lawyer can help draft or review agreements that protect your assets in case of divorce.
- Adoption: Family law lawyers guide you through the legal process of adoption, ensuring that all requirements are met.
- Domestic violence or restraining orders: If you're a victim of domestic violence or being falsely accused, a lawyer can help you obtain or challenge protective orders.
- Paternity cases: If there are questions about the paternity of a child, a lawyer can help establish or dispute legal fatherhood.
Hiring a lawyer early can prevent issues from escalating, and they can offer you the best chance of achieving a favorable outcome in emotionally charged situations.
What Does a Family Law Lawyer Do?
A family law lawyer provides a wide range of services depending on your specific legal needs. Their responsibilities may include:
- Advising on legal rights and options: Helping you understand your legal rights regarding divorce, child custody, support, and other family law issues.
- Filing legal documents: Drafting and filing petitions, motions, and agreements with the court, such as divorce papers, custody agreements, or support orders.
- Representing clients in court: Arguing your case in front of a judge if a settlement can’t be reached through negotiation or mediation.
- Mediation and negotiation: Assisting with alternative dispute resolution methods, such as mediation, to reach agreements on issues like custody, property division, and support without going to trial.
- Enforcing court orders: Helping you enforce court orders related to child support, alimony, or custody if the other party fails to comply.
- Drafting prenuptial or postnuptial agreements: Creating agreements that protect your assets in the event of a divorce.
- Handling adoption proceedings: Ensuring that the legal process of adoption is followed, from filing paperwork to finalizing the adoption in court.
How Are Family Law Lawyers Paid?
Family law lawyers typically charge clients in one of several ways, depending on the complexity of the case and the lawyer’s experience. Common payment arrangements include:
- Hourly rates: Most family lawyers charge by the hour, with rates varying based on experience and location. Clients are billed for the time spent working on their case, including consultations, court appearances, and document preparation.
- Flat fees: For more straightforward legal services, such as drafting a prenuptial agreement or handling an uncontested divorce, some lawyers offer flat-fee arrangements.
- Retainer fees: In cases that are expected to require significant time and attention, such as contentious custody battles, a lawyer may charge a retainer, which is an upfront payment that covers the initial costs of legal services. The lawyer then bills against the retainer as they work on your case.
The exact cost will depend on the complexity of your case and the lawyer’s fee structure, which should be discussed upfront.
How Much Does a Family Law Lawyer Cost?
The cost of hiring a family law lawyer varies based on factors such as the lawyer's experience, the location, and the complexity of your case. Here are some general cost guidelines:
- Hourly rates: Family law lawyers typically charge between $150 and $500 per hour, depending on their experience and the complexity of the case.
- Flat fees: For simpler cases, such as drafting a prenuptial agreement or handling an uncontested divorce, fees may range from $1,000 to $5,000.
- Retainers: For more complex matters, such as contested divorces or custody battles, lawyers may charge a retainer ranging from $2,500 to $10,000 or more. The lawyer will bill against the retainer for the work they do on your case.
- Additional costs: You may also be responsible for additional costs, such as filing fees, mediation fees, or expert witness fees.
Always ask for a clear breakdown of the lawyer’s fees and any additional expenses during your consultation.
Top Questions to Ask a Family Law Lawyer
Before hiring a family law lawyer, it's important to ask questions to ensure they're the right fit for your case. Here are key questions to ask during your consultation:
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What experience do you have with family law cases like mine?
Make sure the lawyer has experience handling cases similar to yours, whether it's a contested divorce, child custody dispute, or adoption. -
How will you charge for your services?
Clarify whether the lawyer charges by the hour, a flat fee, or requires a retainer. Ask for an estimate of the total costs involved. -
What are the possible outcomes of my case?
An experienced lawyer should be able to give you a general idea of what to expect based on the facts of your case. -
What is your approach to resolving disputes?
Ask whether the lawyer tends to favor negotiation and mediation or whether they prefer to take cases to court. This can help you determine if their style matches your goals. -
How long do you expect my case to take?
While it’s difficult to predict, the lawyer should give you an estimate based on similar cases. -
Who will be handling my case?
In larger firms, junior attorneys or paralegals may do much of the work, so make sure you understand who will be your main point of contact.
How to Check the Credibility of a Family Law Lawyer
To ensure you're hiring a reputable family law lawyer, follow these steps to verify their credentials and reputation:
- Check state bar association records: Verify that the lawyer is licensed to practice in your state and is in good standing with no disciplinary actions.
- Read client reviews and testimonials: Look for reviews on websites like Avvo, Google, or Martindale-Hubbell. Previous clients can give you insight into the lawyer’s professionalism and success in family law cases.
- Request references: Ask the lawyer for references from past clients who can speak to their experience with the lawyer.
- Review their website or professional profile: Look at the lawyer’s background, case history, and areas of focus to ensure they have substantial experience in family law.
- Look for professional memberships: Membership in reputable organizations, such as the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (AAML), can indicate a lawyer's expertise and dedication to family law.
What Should I Prepare for My First Consultation?
To get the most out of your first consultation with a family law lawyer, it’s important to come prepared. Here’s what you should bring:
- Relevant documents: Bring any documents related to your case, such as marriage certificates, prenuptial agreements, financial records, custody agreements, or court orders.
- List of assets and debts: For divorce cases, prepare a detailed list of all assets (e.g., homes, bank accounts, retirement funds) and debts (e.g., mortgages, loans, credit card balances).
- Details of the family issue: Provide a written summary of the situation, including key dates and facts related to your divorce, custody dispute, or support issue.
- Questions for the lawyer: Write down any questions you have about the legal process, costs, and potential outcomes.
- Your goals: Be prepared to discuss your objectives, such as custody arrangements, property division, or spousal support, so the lawyer understands your priorities.
Being organized and clear about your situation will help the lawyer evaluate your case more effectively and offer the best advice for moving forward.
