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20 May, 2022 by Wicca leaks
18 Apr, 2021 by Paul emile
Really good service as always. Staff is really helpful
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02 Feb, 2021 by Cody strasburg
24 Jan, 2023 by Asha
I had a wonderful experience working with Taweh. I worked with Taweh when he was transitioning his Law practice. He may not have gotten back to immediately but he always got back to me or had a clerk follow-up with me, he's a human being after all. I appreciated his honesty and how committed he was to helping me in my situation. I got the result that I wanted and that matters most to me. No doubt he is a respectable attorney and I wish him well as his firm continues to grow. I highly recommend him.
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13 Oct, 2022 by Anonymous
I would not recommend Taweh to my enemy. Taweh Anderson did not fight in the least bit for me and my children. He doesn't have children so can't relate. He iwas not timely in communications, if he did respond at all. He ignored answering my questions multiple times. He didn't include me on emails to others or forward me court documents. He called without scheduling a time and expected me to be available. He was not prepared for my court hearing and missed deadlines. He gaslight me and pressured me into things that weren't in my best interest. When he didn't want to do as I asked he threatened to quit. A client is the one that is supposed to be in charge of how the case is to be handled. Not the attorney. I now need to undue his actions from his piss poor lack of representation. He simply only cared about taking my money. Pass on him and spread the word. I have yet to find an ethical, honest, reputable attorney that knows law rather than legal. Yes, there is a different. Taweh is awful in my opinion.
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25 Feb, 2021 by Anonymous
Didn’t file settlement papers in time costing me more money and alienating a father from his child
Very difficult to get ahold of and slow at returning
Phone calls
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14 Apr, 2017 by Richard
To be fair, the consultation was free, but man, I sure got what I paid for. I was facing a misdemeanor traffic violation, and she basically told me, "I'll accept $2000 to defend you, but you have no case, so you may as well plead guilty." Even worse, she read the statute to me, and when she came to what sounded like an exculpatory passage, she said, "Well, that doesn't really mean that." Look, I'm no law student, but I know laws are written VERY literally, so if it says "x," it bloody well means "x"!
So how'd it turn out? I got another attorney, and at 1/8th the fee, he got the charge DISMISSED in exchange for court costs and a year probation. Now remember, Wiegert told me I had NO defense. Again, in fairness, it cost me more to settle than just paying the fine; but I wouldn't have gotten the charges dismissed, either. Also, the cost wasn't really the gist of her argument: It was, "You're guilty, so plead guilty." (Yeah, but she'd still accept 2 grand to fight a hopeless case? Unreal.) Glad I didn't pay for the consultation, and even happier that I didn't listen to it.
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04 Apr, 2013 by Anonymous
Even though the case has been drawn out I feel the outcome is worth the wait. Ms. Wiegert is fully knowledge and has been forthright with all ascepts of the circumstances. If you want something done right with patience she is the one to hire.
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17 Jan, 2013 by Jay
Upon hiring Joanna I was pleased with her action in my case. She seemed knowledgable and energetic. As the case moved on, she became more and more difficult to get a hold of. There would be periods of several weeks where she would not respond to a telephone call or email. I took to showing up at her office unannounced simply to speak with her. After months of poor communication, it became obvious that her lack of attention to my case was hurting my image to opposing counsel and the judge. As a result, the judge ruled against me in several motions citing that I was holding up the process. At no time was I holding up the process and would have been more than happy to fulfill all requests made of me had I known they were even being requested.
I informed Joanna that I would no longer be using her due to her lack of attention to my case and incredibly poor communication and organization skills. I received a bill in the mail within 2 days of that notification. She did not send me one billing statement, invoice, or notify me in ANY way where my case stood as far as billing for 16 months. She then sent me a bill for thousands of dollars, 2 days after I being notified her services were no longer needed.
I would highly recommend that you do not hire her. She has terrible record keeping skills, a completely inept secretary, nonexistent communication, and a lack of concern for her clients.
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02 May, 2018 by Jeff
I hired Kelly four years ago to help me with my divorce and custody and I thought that she did a wonderful job. I didn't think she was overly expensive and in the end I got pretty much everything as I expected. I would definitely seek her out for assistance again.
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28 Sep, 2017 by Tina
I hired Kelly when she was at Groshek law. That was a huge mistake. It was a simple custody schedule. I got screwed and had to advocate for myself in the courtroom. She was a waste of money and I would not recommend her for anything.
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24 Jun, 2015 by Anonymous
Unless you are willing to waste thousands of dollars and do all your work yourself, she is a terrible attorney. Had no response at all for my best interest or in this case, (divorce) the best interest of our kids. Billed through the teeth for everything. Yet got nothing accomplished. I would never recommend. EVER
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07 Jul, 2023 by Sue
I will start by saying I've worked with some amazing attorney, but he was a joke. Hired him to contest my father's will. He told us we had a good case...that is...until the night before the trial! I have been asking for months for copies of any documents or paperwork he has and have yet to receive anything. Total joke! He did absolutely nothing for us but cause heartbreak and stress.
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03 Feb, 2018 by Sarah
He seemed very legit, seemed like he knew what he was doing, “seemed”. He never called any of the 3 witnesses for my case, 30 minutes before court I called him to connect and make sure we were ready and on the same page, he asked me if one of the witnesses was going to be there......?! I had paid this lawyer to do the job he was asking me to do by calling and making sure this witness would be able to make it (30 minutes prior to court)!! He never gathered any of the police reports or statements either. When I asked if he had contacted any of the witnesses? His response was “no, I hadn’t done that yet” when I asked him if he had obtained any of the police reports? His response was “no, I haven’t, they wouldn’t give them to me” did you get them? 30 minutes prior to court and this is our conversation!!! You mean to tell me that a lawyer couldn’t obtain this information or make any phone calls and that I was suppose to do all the work of getting such information and gather witnesses. This person did nothing for me but make me look like a fool. He did not back me in court and he was completely embarrassing, basically he took my money and that was that. He knew what he was doing, or lack there of.
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25 Mar, 2014 by David
I was being falsely accused of Domestic violence and had an order for protection filed against me. Basically as soon as he got to know the situation a little more he knew the mother of my children was trying to stonewall me and keep my children but we won the case hands down by proving her intentions. Now hes in the process of helping me get custody.
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16 Feb, 2020 by Sherri marier
Don’ waste your money.
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18 Sep, 2019 by Jim weyker
Wonderful Lady, hard worker.😊
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08 Jan, 2019 by Chad brueske
10 May, 2024 by Anonymous
Would not waste money or time with this guy. He took a retainer fee from us and used it up by speaking with the other party and not doing what we asked of him.
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05 Apr, 2024 by Bill quaday
Kimberly is not worth a single cent
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03 Nov, 2023 by Jaik
He didn't defend me at all. When i wanted him to file a motion. He tried to with draw as my attorney. Didn't file a single motion. Then charged me $5000. Save your money go with anyone else.
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14 Feb, 2017 by Anonymous
Referee Baker oversaw my divorce case. Right from the beginning she showed extreme impatience, and favoritism. There was a double set of standards whereas one side consistently violated the stipulations, yet when brought to her attention, no enforcement was taken. Yet when the opposing side was simply late on filing and contested, she immediately ruled in favor and gave short timeliness. Tens of thousands of dollars were wasted in legal fees in providing undeniable facts, yet she took the position of it no longer matters. It was simply unbelievable to see how consistently she would make rulings on minuscule issues of little concern, yet turn a blind eye to other huge financial issues of squandered resources by the opposing party. I have dealt with many referees in settling many small claim actions regarding unpaid client accounts over decades of business management, and by far she has clearly displayed bias regardless of the facts presented. One thing for sure, you will win or lose simply based upon one thing right from the beginning. Which Attorney & Client does she favor. The facts otherwise are irrelevant.
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14 Sep, 2014 by Anonymous
Gail told me I did not have to take off work for the court date, she would be there to handle everything.
She didn't even show up and of course I lost.
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27 Sep, 2013 by Robin/kesha
No communication throughout the process, Never tried to protect my child even though abuser was charged with felony. Worked against me with all issues. Was late twice to court leaving me very anxious at the start of the court proceedings. Would not listen to my concerns. Always seemed to be for the other side. Very disorganized and seemed nervous when opposing attorney presented lies against me.
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29 Sep, 2023 by Anonymous
Roger was good at making me feel good about my case.
When it came show time he overpromised, overcharged and underdelivered.
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26 Oct, 2018 by Mark
Mr.Meyer helped me with my case initially but I had to switch to a different lawyer due to his exorberant prices and inability to fully negotiate with county attorney
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10 Feb, 2011 by Georgette
I think Tricia would like to do a good job, but lacks experience and doesn't listen to the client. Hurt our case more than helped. Wish I could say that she was great.
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04 Feb, 2011 by Mark
He handled my divorce. Told me there was no way I'd lose my house. Lost my house, my kids, and over half my pay check. What he excelled at was precise billing, he send me sheets of paper showing me what I owed him, and would leave grumpy voice mails if I wasn't totally up to date with him. I paid him every cent I owed him, but in my opinion he didn't earn his money, and he fleeced me even worse than my dearly beloved ex-wife. I filed in May 08 and it took over a year before things were final. Why? Beats me. I just know that I kept getting billed and billed and nothing ever happened, except that I lost more and more money and possessions. A real disaster. Nice guy, but he sure didn't do me any favors. I lost everything, and then I had to pay him tens of thousands of dollars. Nice racket, huh?
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17 Sep, 2024 by Moira walsh
Professional. Honest. As with any service, be very specific when you communicate your needs.
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23 Aug, 2024 by David nogle
16 Mar, 2023 by Anonymous
I hired Suzanne Remington because she was highly recommended. Of course she was great during the consultation but lacked any kind of focus when it came to my case. I had to remind her over and over about small IMPORTANT details in the contract that NEVER got corrected. Those small mistakes put me in total danger and I never got so much as an apology. I scheduled a phone appointment to talk about it and she never called. I had to call the firm 20 minutes into my appointment time to have the receptionist tell me “she’s in mediation.” I then spoke with the manager and told her about the situation and she was going to call back but never did.
Super expensive for NO reason! $450.00 an hour and all that I asked was “please make sure you don’t use my address on the forms, use my PO Box” I thought after 3 times stating that it wouldn’t be a problem…my mistake for not reviewing the third time. Guess what address was used.
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25 Feb, 2024 by Anonymous
90% of what your read is right on with Sue. I replayed her words in my head for weeks after. I made sure she know what I thought when I walked out of court. I looked out the 2nd floor window of the Mpls court house. I saw an old woman pulling her black bag down the sidewalk and thought, how can she sleep. Had 3 different attorneys in one yrs work on my case. All 3 quit. 3 mediations, At one, we sat downtown St Paul for 2 hours, nothing was done. I have now found out a 500K life Ins policy, 400k spent on a gf, and more was never discovered. Can't afford anyone to get my unpaid settlement. Everyone she has work on your case is a friend, They all give each other Business. Monica was the only person in the office that had my back and stayed on my case. We lost Monica to cancer. What a fighter! Look a her Law office now. Down to 1 attorney and the worst PL.
I had my forensic accountant tell me in the settlement meeting, I should get a 10,000 refund. 75 characters is not enough.
Drive as fare away from 494+394 as possible. Beside my marriage, M Sue Law is the worst decision of my life.
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09 Jan, 2024 by Anonymous
Just in it for the money. Won't settle unless it benefits her financially. Do not use!! You've been warned.
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02 Jun, 2023 by Anonymous
If you want to lose all your hard earned money and children’s financial security hire this law firm. Just ask around and you will know how this woman is and what she represents. Avoid at all costs.
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12 Jan, 2022 by R3dn3s 87
Working on parenting time and custody case not responsive make multiple call no reply.
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25 Sep, 2019 by Inarie djarin
Was hired to assist in the sale of a home between family members and was asked for paperwork to be sent to a lender for closing. It has been two weeks and the paperwork still has not been completed. They do not return calls or emails. Very unprofessional.
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06 Sep, 2019 by Kellie troutman
04 Dec, 2023 by Anonymous
My case was assigned to Gregory Schmidt for my adjudication, custody & child support case back in 2012. It was my first and only time needing or using an attorney for anything & it was a TERRIBLE experience. Gregory only spoke to me once for about 5 minutes prior to court. During that call he was short and dismissive. I felt like a bad kid whose Dad was irritated that I was asking too many questions. The first two hearings he was extremely late/didn't show and everyone had to wait for over an hour before the other party's attorney would ask the judge to reschedule due to his absence (so the other person in the case who had hired an attorney wasn't wasting money) which was humiliating for me. (That person shamed me frequently afterward about me being so poor I had to have a "public defender" that cost him extra money.) The hearing he DID finally show for, he was again very dismissive when I would ask questions or say what I needed in the mediation portion. Nearly everything I asked he gave short answers to rush me along saying things like, "that's pointless" or "that's just how it is." He made ZERO effort to negotiate or fight on our behalf. I felt belittled & voiceless, surrounded by men who all believed I was stupid and they knew what was best for me and my child. Eventually I just started agreeing to things to get it all over with because I was already terrified and felt like there was nobody involved who was on my side, willing to listen to me or take me and my child's needs into account.
Working with Gregory taught me that I can not rely on or trust an attorney & I need to research and learn about the laws and processes on my own. If I ever had to work with him, or anyone like him again, I would ask for them to be excused from my case & get someone else or I'd just represent myself... at least I know I'll give myself my best effort.
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01 Feb, 2021 by Tiffany
I have nothing bad to say. I DO LIKE Minnesota National Guard JAG JUDGE Lawyer Keyser...HE DOESN'T ASK QUESTIONS!! HE DOES ALLLLL THE TALKING!! Prince Harry --- My Step-DAD John Scott was British SAS went to Gordenstoun Boarding School and friends with Minnesota National Guard General Eugene Andrettoti. My Step-DAD Jerry Perpich (Governor Perpich) cousin went to STRICT CATHOLIC SCHOOL!! I know I am a good Mom. My boyfriend of 4 years still with me. Biological Military Dad is still by my side. My 30 year old students in California will not talk bad about me. Cesar 25 year old Military kids won't talk bad about me either. I was a very poor broke teacher too. California and Texas gave me lots of RESPECT, HONOR, SUPPORT as VETERAN and HISPANICS!!
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01 Mar, 2019 by Anonymous
Greg is never on time and always aloof with paperwork. He has been caught in lies in open court, twice now. A simple preceding has been dragged out over a year due to his inability to communicate effectively.
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02 Jul, 2017 by Anonymous
Mr. McGrath presented himself as neutral but hardly performed in a neutral manner. His spousal maintenance calculations and observations about the later tax consequences of the settlement were misleading and led to a settlement I later regretted after some further investigation into situation. He presented best and worst case scenarios that all favored the ex-spouse. I will probably spend much money in the next several years trying to undo the damage done as a result of this mediation. It would have been better to take my chances in court.
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12 Aug, 2014 by Anonymous
Kevin McGrath conducted my mediation and financial arbitration. During the mediation Kevin went back and forth between the two rooms for three hours repeating what the other party had said. He offered no advice on how the courts would view the situation and in the end we were farther apart than when we started.
During the financial arbitration, Kevin expanded the time frame scope and awarded my ex a pre-divorce asset that was legally divided in the divorce decree three years prior. When asked if his decision was legal, he responded by saying, "it doesn't matter, this is my decision". Kevin closed the record at the end of the session that morning. His contract states that he is to issue a decision/award no later than ten days after the close or receipt of the final memorandum. Twenty six days later (after repeated requests for the report) Kevin issued the report with numerous inaccuracies from what the record was closed with. When I sent an email pointing out the numerical and typographical inaccuracies, Kevin sent a return email to both parties stating that he was permitting a response from the other party because I had sent an "unsolicited request to amend the Award of Arbitrator". In the end, Kevin checked his notes and I was correct. Unfortunately, I would urge anyone considering Kevin for mediation or arbitration to consider other options.
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01 Jun, 2012 by Brenda, the one who paid kevin's fee.
My daughter had him for dispute resolution. He didn't go by the court orders and made up his own rules. When all was said and done, he awarded the Father more time than the courts gave him in the actual Court Order. Attorneys please be aware that if the judge orders your clients to choose a Dispute Resolution advisor, this guy wasn't even interested in anything on the mothers side. He did not do what he was hired to do. AND, once he settles a dispute (if you don't agree with his decision) you have to appeal it in court. The judge most likely will not question the Dispute Resolutioners decision. Just costs you more money. Mothers/Lawyers, beware!!!
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30 Nov, 2017 by Anonymous
Seven months into my custody battle (and a ridiculous $22K spent with little to show for it), Mr Rolsch started ignoring all communication. He then suddenly withdrew during a VERY critical time in my case, leaving me with no Atty or money. I am obviously not happy with his services and do not recommend him. His legal assistant however, is great!
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20 Nov, 2015 by Anonymous
I hired Steve to represent me in my child custody case. At the time I had no idea that he was the same attorney that represented my uncle in a divorce were my he lost almost everything. He also grew up with the opposing party in my custody case. I had thought that he was a genuine straight up attorney that was good at his job. I took out a loan for $3,000 and that was gone in no time but I thought to myself that custody cases are expensive and that is the way it has to be. Another $5,000 and I now owe him a thousand still. We never once made it to court and he was sitting there billing me for calls he never had to make to me in the first place because he knew my answer to settling. I smartened up and got another attorney to handle the rest of my case. I hope as many people as possible get a chance to read this before they hire him. I also plan on speaking to an attorney about taking him to court to be repaid the money that was spent on the services that he did not deliver on. To all I wish the best. God Bless You.
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24 Apr, 2015 by Anonymous
I'm not just a bitter former client I can justify my rating. Trustworthy, I had to call Mr rolsch to remind him of my court date in which we never ended up speaking with each other prior to that date. Responsive, Months went by without speaking with Mr rolsch and when I would try to call him the only response I would get was a $75 bill for listening to my voice mail but never did hear from him. Knowledgeable, he billed me for hours and hours of research for a dwi case. That is the bread and butter of any defense attorney, why would he need to spend that much time researching unless he was just padding the bill. He never did come up with even a remote defense plan even after I offered a few avenues which I still regret pursuing after speaking with other attorneys. Kept me informed, I was never even sure he would show up in court not to mention have anything to tell me about my case.
BEWARE
when I first spoke with Mr rolsch I explained to him that I could pay him only an agreed upon amount (already 2 times higher than everyone else) he said that was fine unless we had to go to trial. Six months after my case was over I received a bill for 3 times that amount. He ended up taking me to small claims for it. When I showed up for court I found that the entire courtroom was filled with his former clients with the same story. I was always told you pay for what you get and that's why I went with rolsch but there isn't one aspect of his business conduct I would recommend.
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10 Jun, 2024 by Samantha
He seems like he might be a nice guy, but after he agreed to take on our simple case, we've only progressed inches in the 6 months that we hired him. It takes him weeks to respond to emails (after I've sent multiple follow ups) and it's been a month since we cancelled his services, requested our invoice and a refund of the retainer we paid him, and we still haven't received it. Again, probably a nice guy, but I've been nothing but tirelessly disappointed since hiring him and would recommend people look elsewhere for their legal needs.
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08 Apr, 2022 by Lena
It's taken me a lot of internal struggle to write this review (I've honestly never written one before), but ultimately I've come to the conclusion that it's important that nobody else gets into the same situation that my husband and I have been in. We are intended parents in a surrogacy journey and we came to John for both our Gestational Carrier Agreement and our Parentage Agreement/Pre-Birth Order. During our time working with John, he lacked communication and we would often go for weeks without communication. He also failed to meet deadlines on submitting important documents, which almost caused us to miss our transfer date. John apologized for this lack of communication and assured us he would "do better" if we hired him again for our Parentage Agreement/Pre-Birth Order. Once we hired John a second time, we experienced the same negligence and would ghost us for weeks at a time. He would tell us that he would have our drafts ready to go by a certain date, but that day would come and go with no word. This got to the point that our GC's lawyers became involved in trying to get ahold of him. Then, John finally reached out to us letting us know he couldn't provide services and that we should seek other council. He said a refund was on the way, but a week later we hadn't received a refund. I called Square to inquire whether a refund had been initiated and it hadn't. In the end, our new lawyer had to get involved so that John would pay us back.
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20 May, 2021 by Jennifer
The initial phone consult in August for step parent adoption had me very hopeful. We retained (paid) this lawyer on 8/26/20. Received our initial information after consult/retaining 10/13/20. We have received 5 “updates” usually 1-2 months apart and typically after much prodding with no movement in our case. For reference, 3/3/21 was his last email to us and we have asked for updates (any sign of life!) 3 times (and a fourth today). I would really love to get some help for our family but I’m running out of hope that John Buchholz will do anything with our case.
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12 Jun, 2022 by Anonymous
DISAPPOINTING experience with Mr. Stokes. We were already prepared with exhibits, etc... for a trial & we hired him mainly to expedite court procedures. It took months longer than we expected, as he had no filing or mediation actions until months later, 2 days before our scheduled hearing. And he was hired for legal advice (he rarely responded to emails or phone messages). And, he was paid to honor our requests. Instead, he scolded our requests, argued, & did what he wanted. We reached out to him several times, letting him know the stress of waiting for a discussion with other party was causing our family much unneeded anxiety. He didn't seem to get our priority & he never responded & never kept his initial promise. He didn't even do any court doc. filings, the other party's lawyer did the drafting. Regarding the drafted order, we had no time to review & it was emailed to us, night before our trial. Order humored the other party's lies (other party is still defaming us on social media!). We signed last minute order just for "dismissal purposes". Although, it defeated the purpose of us showing our innocence & proving other party's purgery & abuse! For a family lawyer, Mr Stokes sure didn't seem to understand family needs. He got paid thousands of dollars for doing not much.
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07 Jul, 2015 by Anonymous
I retained Sean Stokes to represent me on a contempt charge resulting as a backlash from a divorce settlement. Upon paying a $5000 retainer, I discussed some additional items that I needed to be brought before the Judge: some monies owed to me, property that wasn’t returned as ordered in arbitration and an issue with a loan my ex put in my name after the Decree. The Court date had already been set for 8 week later. During those 8 weeks, I attempted to reach Mr. Stokes by phone 7 times (documented) and additional attempts by email. It was not until the evening before my Court date Mr. Stokes returned my call to state that none of my issues would be brought before the Judge at this time as he had not filed a motion.
The next morning as we arrive to the Courthouse, Mr. Stokes had none of my paperwork nor exact facts and numbers available for the hearing. After the attorneys met in chambers, a settlement was reached in the conference room, however, when Mr. Stokes read the agreement on record, he misspoke. Even though I tried to correct the error while in the courtroom, the official settlement, which I did not agree to, was approximately $100 less per month for the next 10 years. Alot of money!
Shortly thereafter, I received my bill stating that all $5000 (approximately 17 hours) was used up. When I requested for an outline of how I could have possibly been billed $5000 when we were in Court just a few hours and never spoke until the evening before, I was only provided a general summary, never my requested itemization.
I was not only disappointed with Mr. Stokes’ responsiveness, but his follow through and accuracy.
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21 May, 2015 by Anonymous
I retained Mr Stokes for assistance shortly after I received divorce papers. Mr. Stokes encouraged me to mediate my divorce rather than going before a Judge. While this recommendation may have been appropriate, the execution of my mediation was less than focused. As we went through with opposing counsel and agreed upon a parenting schedule and the splitting of larger items (investments, house etc..) it was the lack of focus on the smaller items that has ended up costing me thousands and thousands of dollars in a few short years. It began with simply over valuing the vehicle I was keeping (he simply guessed at it’s value), leaving out topics that should have been discussed, and inconclusive wording which ended up sending me to Court.
Even though opposing counsel wrote the Decree to contain our agreements for our review, our approval was required before it could be submitted to the Judge. There was high conflict around the area of the children’s sports and those fees, this topic was not discussed in mediation nor included in the Decree. When I asked about it, I was told the Judge wouldn’t address it anyway if we went to Court and it was in my best interest to sign the Decree and move forward. As a result, I am responsible for all the fees associated with activities for all of the children because the father did not agree in writing to assist and he has chosen not to. I have retained another attorney to assist me with some Property issues stemming from the Decree and he was appalled that the activities topic was not discussed and completely absent from my Decree. This topic should absolutely be talked about and addressed in writing in the Decree.
When the Decree was received for review there was an area of medical reimbursement, which was very sensitive to my situation. It was important this area had very tight specific wording to protect me financially. I approached Mr. Stokes multiple times concerning this wording wanting more detail to be included; he stated the broad categories listed in the Decree draft covered all my concerns. Fast forward one year later and I am in Court seeking reimbursement for the exact items I had concerns over.
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07 Sep, 2023 by Anonymous
Jade was easily manipulated and favored my ex-wife. Not only do I NOT get to see my kid, Jade overlooked the alienation and mental abuse that my ex-wife has done to my child. Jade prolonged decisions for extended periods of time to gain profit for herself. I was left with thousands of dollars more to pay to my harassing ex-wife on top of child support obligations. Jade opened the door for my ex-wife to be able to harrass me daily and I'm still not be able to see my kid. Very Bias with no morals.
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28 Mar, 2023 by Anonymous
Jade Johnson is a father's rights parenting consultant who will give equal time to the dad no matter what.
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08 Aug, 2022 by Anonymous
Jade did not do a very good job as a parenting consultant. Her work was not thorough. She simply accepted what one party said without further investigation. She misquoted others in her report, and her report contained many factual and typographical errors. Her final report was unprofessional and not at all child focused. Jade’s work was a big disappointment, and I cannot recommend her.
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03 Feb, 2024 by Ashley
When Denise arrived at my home for our home visit she bad mouthed my childrens father and his house making me think she had actually seen his house in it’s true form before his grandmother cleaned his house. Told me how nice and clean and organized my home was. But when I brought up problems that were happening between my childrens father she did not investigate them thoroughly. Just took his word or his family’s word for it all. Didn’t not request the records from the school to prove my allegations against my childrens father. Didn’t request medical records proving mental illness and hospitalizations. She is a very one sided attorney. Very two faced and after the initial visit forget about getting a response. A custody evaluators job is to evaluate the situations that are causing worry and discomfort in the best interest of the children. She typed up a make shift report naming all these allegations against me but never asked me for the proof I had to show through my childrens fathers lies. Again just took his word for it but why wouldn’t she when she was being paid off by his grandmother. Denise is not a good lawyer nor is she a good person. She does not have the best interest of the children involved in the front of the case. My lawyer was shocked at how bad of a job Denise Did on the report. It was the shittiest half assed report I’ve ever seen. I would literally stand outside this women’s office and warn other parents of her “expertise” services. Now my children are being forced to be raised by a daycare provider, falling asleep in school, not making it to school on time, exposed to drugs, being brought to strangers houses for their dads “work” for cash behind his bosses back, go to school dirty and smelly, instead of being raised by their mommy who has been present since birth and knows everything about them. Do not hire Denise Sollund to do any work for you! I promise you could do way better representing yourself.
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20 Sep, 2023 by Anonymous
Working with this attorney and this law firm was a horrible experience.
Why?
Terrible communication.
Questionable billing practices.
Lack of knowledge in the area she was hired to cover.
Would not recommend at all. If I could give negative stars a I would
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13 Jun, 2022 by Anonymous
What an arrogant piece of work!! You want someone to tell you how to act, not even allow you to speak when meeting with him, shows no faith in your case, pick him! Wouldn’t waste a penny on him!! So unprofessional. Dressed poorly, desk was scattered with paperwork, no organization. Definitely would NOT recommend!
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09 Jul, 2009 by Anonymous
He is an incompetent fool! I would not go to him again even for a parking Citation!
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21 Jan, 2022 by Anonymous
Charles disclosed confidential information to other party. I almost reported him to the bar association for misconduct. I was not sure if he was working for me or the other party. Luckily I found a better attorney prior to my hearings.
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10 Feb, 2021 by Anonymous
Charles represented me and he was irrational in his responses and behaviors. It was embarrassing to me and others involved. I would not recommend him.
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22 Aug, 2015 by Kathryn
Jennifer represented my husband and I , new homeowners, in a multi-party lawsuit brought forth by our home's general contractor, and countered by us. While Jennifer was well versed in the rule of the law, she was not very savvy in the execution of the law. Most glaring, was her failure to find an acceptable solution for the damages caused by the builder, contractor, and architect, that resulted in our house not being built to code, and not being able to pass inspections.
The answer that Jennifer and her experts agreed was acceptable, and the absolute best we could hope for, turned out to be wrong, and completely unacceptable by the county, who had jurisdiction over our house. You would think that when you're being charged upwards of $510.00/hr by Jennifer and another partner, who was "consulting" on our case, that they would at least try to get the solution right. After all, Jennifer does promote herself as an expert in the field of "Construction Law".
And why is it that experienced lawyers, who are partners, not associates, require such extensive consultation between one another throughout a case? We've since learned that the Bar does not look kindly on this type of billing practice. It has prompted us to seriously consider have an independent legal-billing audit, of Jennifer's invoices, to determine whether or not we were unfairly charged.
When we attended our first mediation, which was not successful, Jennifer seemed disconnected and tired. She yawned excessively throughout the day, and seemed to have a difficult time staying awake in the afternoon. Even if the chances of success are slim, I expect my lawyer to be alert and focused during an important, expensive, process.
Following Jennifer's lackluster performance during mediation, we really lost confidence. We privately voiced our concerns to a Senior partner and asked if he would be willing to take over the case. He declined and assured us he was confident in Jennifer's ability. With our legal bills reaching over $75,000 and our legitimate concerns having been "swept" under the rug, we felt put off and stressed out.
Soon after, and somewhat by chance, we had the opportunity to discuss our situation with a Minneapolis attorney who was retired from private practice. Having no skin in the game, he was able to provide an honest assessment of our case and give advice about how to proceed. From behind the scenes, he helped steer us out of the money pit we were heading down with Jennifer's style of representation.
In the end, we requested a settlement conference with the Judge, which Jennifer denied us, as predicted by the retired attorney. Instead, Jennifer insisted on trying to mediate over the phone. After SIX WEEKS, and lots more billable hours for Jennifer, she settled the case. Not surprising, she got the lion's share of the payout and we ended up with a whopping $,7800.00 on a settlement that was valued over $140,000.00, and we still had to fix all of the problems with our house! Imagine our shock when the county informed us that Jennifer's "expert" solution was unacceptable. It's important to note here that we were charged over $17,000.00 in expert-related fees alone, and not once did Jennifer or her "experts" contact the county.
In my opinion, the top motivator for Jennifer, when it comes to being a lawyer, is stacking up billable hours. Unfortunately, she seemed more concerned in representing herself, rather than us. She's was more of a rule follower than a fighter, and she often allowed attorney's for the opposing parties to get away with not following the rules. In the end, she was not very savvy. In cases where a homeowner whom, more than any other party in a construction lawsuit, needs a strong advocate, she was not worth her high prices. I only wish I had read the previous poster's review of Jennifer before hiring her. It was absolutely right on.
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02 Aug, 2012 by Dzmitry
I couldn't help but notice that my lawyer did not implement any strategy or a plan in order to negotiate the best possible settlement. It is unfortunate that I had to deal with the mediator myself. I was under the impression that the intent was to settle this case regardless of a settlement amount. The day after the mediation my attorney continued insisting on settling, though I was not satisfied with the amount. My lawyer did not show any effort or desire to continue negotiations with the opposing side. I had to be insistent and spent a lot of time in attempts to encourage my attorney to continue negotiations (and of course I was charged for this time). I was not satisfied with the settlement amount I was offered, but I had to take it, because I was not sure anymore that my interest would be adequately represented during the arbitration. Also, I believe that settlement amount could be higher if I had received proper representation during the mediation. I was surprised to see that my bill was not reduced after I had expressed my concerns about the poor representation that I received during the mediation as well as after the mediation.
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26 Apr, 2023 by Anonymous
I hired Tom for a family court case as it appeared he would be a top lawyer from their website. I found the actual experience with Tom and his paralegal, Tammy, to be very poor. Tom was terrible in court at a trial, arrived unprepared, and routinely made back door deals with opposing counsel without my consent or knowledge. He also spent more time watching his payment rather than preparing for
his cases. His paralegal was very unprofessional as well. When I switched to a different attorney, who happened to be less expensive than Tom, I started winning in court and receiving favorable rulings. Steer clear of this firm as unfortunately they have become more money focused rather than advocating for their clients.
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27 Mar, 2018 by Anonymous
I had a horrific experience with Tom Tuft as my attorney. Attorneys should protect their clients-that was not the case with Tom Tuft. Despite numerous and repeated requests to Tom Tuft to consult with me prior to making decisions regarding my case, Tom Tuft acted and made decisions in numerous instances without consulting me. Tom Tuft was terrible with respect to communications--he routinely failed to return phone calls and emails, failed to forward emails regarding my case to me, and discussed strategy with opposing counsel without my knowledge or prior approval. More importantly, Tom Tuft disclosed personal information about me without my knowledge or approval on numerous occasions. When I requested that Tom Tuft communicate with me prior to making decisions and requested that a portion of my bill be discounted due to the many errors he'd made, Tom Tuft abruptly withdrew as my counsel--without even providing the courtesy of a phone call or any explanation for his actions. Nightmare.
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30 Dec, 2014 by Anonymous
The prior reviewer's comments are spot on in every way. From her unprofessional and combative manner to her unsubstantiated accussations to her lack of listening skills, she not only exacerbated the ill will between me and my ex but simultaneously damaged my poor children for whom she was supposedly advocating for as parenting consultant. She is downright rude, doesn't discern fact from fiction, can't recall her own decisions even though she authored them, and lacks follow through. She overly inserts herself into the case matters and creates issues instead of resolving them....why? Why not? From her perspective each set of co parents is viewed as a revenue stream. It isn't about helping two ex partners resolve issues relative to the children they are co parenting, it is about the money...
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13 Jun, 2011 by Anonymous
Mary Lauhead at times does not see the unintended consequences of her approach towards litigation. While she can be an ardent advocate for her client, she doesn't realize her combative manner alienates co-parents and eliminates any good will. She makes unsubstantiated accussations designed to character assassinate the opposite side. I have found her to be lacking in civility, always combative, and seeks to always have the last word. She is not a good listener and has ruined my relationship with my former spouse.
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09 Aug, 2019 by Anonymous
I did not get 1 single thing I asked for in my divorce/custody case. Casey talks big, but when it comes down to it, he doesn't follow thru. Simple requests like notification of bringing the kids out of state or meeting at the police station for pick up or drop off, he talked big and whined with excuses, and it in the end I got nothing. Those were the minor items. My ex got the house, toys, part of my retirement, $9000 cash, 40% parenting time, and only has to pay 40% of their medical & childcare, with no recourse if my ex doesn't follow thru. They say its a good divorce if both walk away upset. My ex is bragging about how much he screwed me over thanks to my horrible lawyer.
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02 Nov, 2015 by Anonymous
I was a client of Casey's in early 2015. He specifically asked for cash for a retainer and did not provide a receipt. I was already very sensitive about the legal situation I was in, and Casey did not help to ease my fears. After I had already paid him, he said he was unable to help me until December, which was never mentioned to me before payment and when I asked for my retainer fee back, he charged me $1,000 for services that I cannot verify he actually completed. I had only met with him twice for less than half an hour each time and only spoke with him on the phone three times, for roughly five minutes each time. I feel he overcharged me and was not compassionate considering the pain I was in and I would not hire again.
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23 Jan, 2020 by Anonymous
I worked with Sonja for a number of months. Ms. Larson represented me in my divorce. She failed to mention critical details regarding asset valuation that are elementary to even the most inexperienced attorney. Additionally, she clearly had a sexist tilt when advocating for my custody rights. Ultimately, I terminated her employment but not before much damage was done. I do not recommend Sonja C. Larson.
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04 Aug, 2018 by Bruce
Cheryl has an overinflated opinion of herself that gets in the way of reaching a settlement. After almost a year I fired her and hired a new attorney. The matter was resolved in also a month. If you want to pay Cheryl for nothing then she’s good for you.
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25 Aug, 2012 by Anonymous
She is difficult, vindictive, and abusive. She complicates proceedings to increase her billable hours. She also makes decisions unilaterally without consulting her client. Hiring this attorney to handle any family dispute will only make things worse. Steer far away from her.
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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.
