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29 Aug, 2024 by Coop
I was in need of legal counsel and called Mr. Rexroat, I can’t stress how helpful he was to my situation. He made me feel like his number one priority and I would highly recommend them if you’re ever in need of help with your case.
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18 Jul, 2024 by Nicole ralston
Attorney Michael Rexroat is the GOAT (greatest of all times). He was professional and considerate of our circumstances. He tailors his services to the unique, individual needs of the client! He made us feel like a priority. He had handled our case before we even got to court. I felt as if he valued our time, we didn’t have to wait all day! I’m very appreciative and most definitely recommend him to anyone!!!!!
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10 Jul, 2024 by Cayra fitzgerald
very respectful man, knows what he’s doing. you should get him as a lawyer
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19 Jul, 2024 by Tyler smith
Mr. Slager was recommended by a couple friends of mine that he has helped in the past. I contacted Mr. Slager and he was very willing to take my case even though it wasn’t in the county he usually practices in. He was always very upfront and honest of what was being said behind closed doors of the court. I found he had determination and the will to win and never give up. My outcome came out better than I ever thought it would. If you’re looking for a fighter and somebody that will stand by you every step of the way. Then give jon a call and let him help you the same as he did me. Thank you again Mr. Slager
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17 Jul, 2024 by Kasongo moma
Thank you Katie !
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12 Jul, 2024 by Miguel passaro
27 Sep, 2024 by Ryan peardon
13 Sep, 2024 by Ashton sage
Chase Doscher is by far the best lawyer I have had the privilege of working with. His determination, expertise, and intelligence makes a grueling process easier and worth it. He has a charming, witty personality to match his skillsets. I am sad to see him go, but so happy to know he has helped resolve my court matters strategically and professionally. I have confidence in my personal matters moving forward and will be sure to use his services, should I ever never them again. I would highly recommend Chase Doscher to anyone seeking a professional to help resolve their family matters.
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26 Aug, 2024 by John robinson
The morning that I met Chase and after only moments of conversation I felt comfortable that I was in good hands and I was right. I had questions and concerns that he responded to with patience and care and I couldn't be more pleased with the outcome. Well done!
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30 Aug, 2024 by Mr. b.a.
Whitney is a very knowledgeable, experienced attorney who is easy to talk to and explains everything you may need to know about your case. She is also very soft-spoken, which is a plus when dealing with the stress involved. I look forward to her handling my case. A friend of mine recommended that I talk to her, and I definitely recommend her to anyone needing help navigating the legal system. I definitely feel less worried about my case. Thanks, Whitney. 😉 😃
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22 Aug, 2024 by Ashley ortiz
Mr. Cain help thru a difficult situation we thought we couldn’t get thru.Great service and communication. If you need the best lawyer his the one to call. If it could let me give more than a 5 star I would. I recommend 100 percent you wont regret it.
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17 Aug, 2024 by Melisha ledbetter
30 Aug, 2024 by Mr. b.a.
Whitney is a very knowledgeable, experienced attorney who is easy to talk to and explains everything you may need to know about your case. She is also very soft-spoken, which is a plus when dealing with the stress involved. I look forward to her handling my case. A friend of mine recommended that I talk to her, and I definitely recommend her to anyone needing help navigating the legal system. I definitely feel less worried about my case. Thanks, Whitney. 😉 😃
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22 Aug, 2024 by Ashley ortiz
Mr. Cain help thru a difficult situation we thought we couldn’t get thru.Great service and communication. If you need the best lawyer his the one to call. If it could let me give more than a 5 star I would. I recommend 100 percent you wont regret it.
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17 Aug, 2024 by Melisha ledbetter
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30 Aug, 2024 by Mr. b.a.
Whitney is a very knowledgeable, experienced attorney who is easy to talk to and explains everything you may need to know about your case. She is also very soft-spoken, which is a plus when dealing with the stress involved. I look forward to her handling my case. A friend of mine recommended that I talk to her, and I definitely recommend her to anyone needing help navigating the legal system. I definitely feel less worried about my case. Thanks, Whitney. 😉 😃
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22 Aug, 2024 by Ashley ortiz
Mr. Cain help thru a difficult situation we thought we couldn’t get thru.Great service and communication. If you need the best lawyer his the one to call. If it could let me give more than a 5 star I would. I recommend 100 percent you wont regret it.
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17 Aug, 2024 by Melisha ledbetter
07 Oct, 2024 by Michael kidd
Great experience working with Mr. Taylor. He and his assistant both very pleasurable and attentive to getting me the best result!! Highly recommend 👌
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16 Jul, 2024 by Austin smothers
Look no further for a lawyer in the Middle Tennessee area. John Taylor is an incredible lawyer (and man) that has a focus on high communication and making sure you understand what is going on. For someone who has never had to deal with anything court related, I was confused and discouraged at first because I did not know where to start. John made sure we knew what was going on and took care of everything for us.
My charges against me were completed dropped and dismissed as they should’ve been from the beginning. John was relentless, yet calm and collected, during his appearances on my behalf. This is exactly what you would want in a lawyer and the full dismissal is a testament to his persistent work. If you have an unjust charge or are looking to get the best case scenario from your mistake, call John Taylor.
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15 Jul, 2024 by Tanner wright
Helped me clear my case same day. Answered every question, and was very professional. 10/10
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07 Oct, 2024 by Michael kidd
Great experience working with Mr. Taylor. He and his assistant both very pleasurable and attentive to getting me the best result!! Highly recommend 👌
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16 Jul, 2024 by Austin smothers
Look no further for a lawyer in the Middle Tennessee area. John Taylor is an incredible lawyer (and man) that has a focus on high communication and making sure you understand what is going on. For someone who has never had to deal with anything court related, I was confused and discouraged at first because I did not know where to start. John made sure we knew what was going on and took care of everything for us.
My charges against me were completed dropped and dismissed as they should’ve been from the beginning. John was relentless, yet calm and collected, during his appearances on my behalf. This is exactly what you would want in a lawyer and the full dismissal is a testament to his persistent work. If you have an unjust charge or are looking to get the best case scenario from your mistake, call John Taylor.
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15 Jul, 2024 by Tanner wright
Helped me clear my case same day. Answered every question, and was very professional. 10/10
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07 Oct, 2024 by Michael kidd
Great experience working with Mr. Taylor. He and his assistant both very pleasurable and attentive to getting me the best result!! Highly recommend 👌
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16 Jul, 2024 by Austin smothers
Look no further for a lawyer in the Middle Tennessee area. John Taylor is an incredible lawyer (and man) that has a focus on high communication and making sure you understand what is going on. For someone who has never had to deal with anything court related, I was confused and discouraged at first because I did not know where to start. John made sure we knew what was going on and took care of everything for us.
My charges against me were completed dropped and dismissed as they should’ve been from the beginning. John was relentless, yet calm and collected, during his appearances on my behalf. This is exactly what you would want in a lawyer and the full dismissal is a testament to his persistent work. If you have an unjust charge or are looking to get the best case scenario from your mistake, call John Taylor.
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15 Jul, 2024 by Tanner wright
Helped me clear my case same day. Answered every question, and was very professional. 10/10
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07 Oct, 2024 by Michael kidd
Great experience working with Mr. Taylor. He and his assistant both very pleasurable and attentive to getting me the best result!! Highly recommend 👌
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16 Jul, 2024 by Austin smothers
Look no further for a lawyer in the Middle Tennessee area. John Taylor is an incredible lawyer (and man) that has a focus on high communication and making sure you understand what is going on. For someone who has never had to deal with anything court related, I was confused and discouraged at first because I did not know where to start. John made sure we knew what was going on and took care of everything for us.
My charges against me were completed dropped and dismissed as they should’ve been from the beginning. John was relentless, yet calm and collected, during his appearances on my behalf. This is exactly what you would want in a lawyer and the full dismissal is a testament to his persistent work. If you have an unjust charge or are looking to get the best case scenario from your mistake, call John Taylor.
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15 Jul, 2024 by Tanner wright
Helped me clear my case same day. Answered every question, and was very professional. 10/10
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28 Jun, 2024 by Christopher goebel
My father passed away unexpectedly earlier this month. I was completely lost as to what to expect and what I needed to do as far as my father's assets and the probate process. I was referred to Mr. Kent by a trusted friend and I will forever be grateful for the recommendation! As others have mentioned, Mr. Kent was compassionate, knowledgeable, patient, and kind at a time I very much needed all of those!!!! Give him a call and I know you will be as impressed and as well taken care of as I was. I also enjoyed learning a little bit about the history of the Murfreesboro area from him!!!!
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18 May, 2024 by Elissa lord
Mark Kent assisted me in gathering legal documentation necessary to apply for the state nursing boards. He went above and beyond for me. He is so compassionate, knowledgeable, and personable. I truly cannot express my gratitude for what he has done for my career and the future of my family. My husband and I plan on using his services for years to come and I would recommend him without hesitation to anyone looking for guidance. He's an absolute gem of a human being.
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23 Mar, 2024 by Julie davis
Mr Kent assisted me & my husband with an inherited property. He was reasonably priced. He traveled to Knoxville and met with family, as well as filled all the necessary documents on our behalf. Down to earth and friendly lawyer. We are now working with him to prepare a living will or trust to protect us and our beneficiaries. He actually answers his phone! Highly recommend!
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02 Jun, 2022 by Renee baker
06 Jan, 2022 by Taylor wall
22 Apr, 2020 by Clc2e clc2e
Mary is great. She is knowledgeable on family law matters, always returns messages/calls in a timely manner, and is definitely the best attorney I have ever had. I've been in and out of court with family law matters for quite some time and she ranks THE BEST. She knows the laws, and does not BS about anything. She did not sugar coat anything or tell me what I want to hear (like many attorneys I have dealt with in the past). She does not give false hope, but she is stern and direct when it comes to practicing law. She is prompt on all paperwork and filing. I am never left wondering what is going on or the status of anything related to my case. She's reasonable and fair on pricing too! I wish I would have found her years ago, I could have saved myself a lot of headaches. Thank you Mary!!!!
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30 Aug, 2024 by Mr. b.a.
Whitney is a very knowledgeable, experienced attorney who is easy to talk to and explains everything you may need to know about your case. She is also very soft-spoken, which is a plus when dealing with the stress involved. I look forward to her handling my case. A friend of mine recommended that I talk to her, and I definitely recommend her to anyone needing help navigating the legal system. I definitely feel less worried about my case. Thanks, Whitney. 😉 😃
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22 Aug, 2024 by Ashley ortiz
Mr. Cain help thru a difficult situation we thought we couldn’t get thru.Great service and communication. If you need the best lawyer his the one to call. If it could let me give more than a 5 star I would. I recommend 100 percent you wont regret it.
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17 Aug, 2024 by Melisha ledbetter
08 Oct, 2024 by Kimberly cason
This such a great law firm. They did such a great job with my divorce. They got back to me asap with any questions I had.
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04 Oct, 2024 by Angela sanders
I can’t say enough about Amy Pollina and how hard she has worked on our case ! She not only worked hard for us she cares and listens to her clients . I would recommend her to anyone that has a custody issue or an adoption case that they need handled. In our opinion, you can’t find a better attorney . Amy‘s vast knowledge and caring for her clients definitely makes for a win.
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04 Oct, 2024 by Susan barrett
Absolute awful and unethical office!!
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02 Sep, 2024 by Anonymous
I lost custody of my child and jimmy said he got me and i paid him 7,500 he promised me and once he received the money on my moma he a fraud and scammer be careful out there he a sweet talker and all he care about is money nothing else. God will get a instant karma, you lie to me and because of you i lost custody of my son. Scammer!!!!!!!!!!!$$$
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09 Aug, 2024 by Anonymous
Jimmy is so caring as he made me and my family very comfortable. I could ask him help for anything and he was more then willing to aid me and not lead me astray. Very informative, professional, and I felt very secure as he did everything he could to take care of my family and myself. He is funny but professional when needs to be. Serious but not intimidating. Highly recommend!!!
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28 Jun, 2024 by Christopher goebel
My father passed away unexpectedly earlier this month. I was completely lost as to what to expect and what I needed to do as far as my father's assets and the probate process. I was referred to Mr. Kent by a trusted friend and I will forever be grateful for the recommendation! As others have mentioned, Mr. Kent was compassionate, knowledgeable, patient, and kind at a time I very much needed all of those!!!! Give him a call and I know you will be as impressed and as well taken care of as I was. I also enjoyed learning a little bit about the history of the Murfreesboro area from him!!!!
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08 Oct, 2024 by Kimberly cason
This such a great law firm. They did such a great job with my divorce. They got back to me asap with any questions I had.
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04 Oct, 2024 by Angela sanders
I can’t say enough about Amy Pollina and how hard she has worked on our case ! She not only worked hard for us she cares and listens to her clients . I would recommend her to anyone that has a custody issue or an adoption case that they need handled. In our opinion, you can’t find a better attorney . Amy‘s vast knowledge and caring for her clients definitely makes for a win.
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04 Oct, 2024 by Susan barrett
Absolute awful and unethical office!!
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21 Feb, 2024 by Callie
19 Feb, 2024 by Luis ceballos
Very confident, trustable and professional, i definitely recommend him !!
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21 Dec, 2023 by James mcelhanon
Amanda Moore Attorney is the real deal and complete package when it comes to smoothing and protecting the handling of your estate as well as insuring that your personal affairs are given clear direction according to your wishes should you no longer have the capabiity of directing such. Amanda never missed a beat: clear communication, succinct advice, prompt and unwavering follow through, flexibility, professional knowledge and a genuine caring nature. One might be concerned about the affordability of such top performance from a licensed professional; however, I found her total fee to be comfortable and actually and well within what I would have estimated as an amount that would have to be rendered. As a person who has dealt with legal professionals in multiple fields throughout my 70+ years, without hesitation, I rank her as the best. It would be worth your time to explore her services and professional offerings; you will not be disappointed.
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21 Feb, 2024 by Callie
19 Feb, 2024 by Luis ceballos
Very confident, trustable and professional, i definitely recommend him !!
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21 Dec, 2023 by James mcelhanon
Amanda Moore Attorney is the real deal and complete package when it comes to smoothing and protecting the handling of your estate as well as insuring that your personal affairs are given clear direction according to your wishes should you no longer have the capabiity of directing such. Amanda never missed a beat: clear communication, succinct advice, prompt and unwavering follow through, flexibility, professional knowledge and a genuine caring nature. One might be concerned about the affordability of such top performance from a licensed professional; however, I found her total fee to be comfortable and actually and well within what I would have estimated as an amount that would have to be rendered. As a person who has dealt with legal professionals in multiple fields throughout my 70+ years, without hesitation, I rank her as the best. It would be worth your time to explore her services and professional offerings; you will not be disappointed.
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15 Mar, 2024 by Absolutepower63
Mr. Fraley - A Brilliant Lawyer Who Successfully Proved My Innocence
I had the privilege of being represented by Mr. Fraley, an exceptional lawyer who successfully proved my innocence. His unwavering dedication, legal expertise, and brilliant courtroom skills were instrumental in achieving a favorable outcome for my case. Mr. Fraley’s professionalism and genuine care for my well-being were evident. Thanks to Mr. Fraley’s exceptional skills and unwavering commitment, I was found innocent. I highly recommend Mr. Fraley to anyone needing a lawyer on your side.
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19 Feb, 2024 by That b
18 Nov, 2023 by Reba pinner
Amazing representation and advice. Highly recommend.
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09 Feb, 2024 by Lc russell yost
31 Dec, 2022 by Myra beasley
22 Nov, 2021 by Becky hall
09 Feb, 2024 by Lc russell yost
31 Dec, 2022 by Myra beasley
22 Nov, 2021 by Becky hall
09 Feb, 2024 by Lc russell yost
31 Dec, 2022 by Myra beasley
22 Nov, 2021 by Becky hall
21 Feb, 2024 by Callie
19 Feb, 2024 by Luis ceballos
Very confident, trustable and professional, i definitely recommend him !!
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21 Dec, 2023 by James mcelhanon
Amanda Moore Attorney is the real deal and complete package when it comes to smoothing and protecting the handling of your estate as well as insuring that your personal affairs are given clear direction according to your wishes should you no longer have the capabiity of directing such. Amanda never missed a beat: clear communication, succinct advice, prompt and unwavering follow through, flexibility, professional knowledge and a genuine caring nature. One might be concerned about the affordability of such top performance from a licensed professional; however, I found her total fee to be comfortable and actually and well within what I would have estimated as an amount that would have to be rendered. As a person who has dealt with legal professionals in multiple fields throughout my 70+ years, without hesitation, I rank her as the best. It would be worth your time to explore her services and professional offerings; you will not be disappointed.
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05 Apr, 2024 by Sarah jane murray
26 Mar, 2024 by Jeff
Professional and helpful.
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26 Mar, 2024 by Yattap pumphrey
29 Dec, 2021 by Anonymous
Hired the attorney after an agrressive sales pitch and how good he was and would fight for custodial rights. That was the only aggressive work done on the case before terminating the relationship. Never followed up on action plans, made errors in communication with opposing counsel that cost me money for additional motions to be filed. He never showed to any hearings but instead sent his partner last minute who wasn't up to speed on the case. Had to terminate and hire a new law firm and invest 10k just getting caught up and unraveling the mess we were left. The Discovery responses Parham Law filed had to be Redrafted by the new firm because the originals by this firm were deemed insufficient. Can't recommend this firm at all for Family Law.
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04 Aug, 2021 by Angie
I hired Jerermy for divorce
Soon after my 4th divorce Attorney
He and his partner Mary Henderson
With compassion and Grace
Did an outstanding job
I would trust them again with any legal obligation
Thank you both
May God Bless you in you journey !
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13 Oct, 2020 by Tahra
Jeremy was fast professional and not expensive he works for the people and I will recommend him to everyone that needs legal help
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07 Nov, 2023 by Carl hice
I worked with attorney James Barger at K/R regarding my legal need and the experience was the best I've ever encountered when needing legal assistance.
From reception when entering the building until time to leave (each visit) was welcoming and friendly.
James provided a great service by knowing what's needed & matters Vs. fluff and insignificance which made things move smoothly and timely.
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18 Jan, 2023 by Rhett kelton
13 Jul, 2022 by Kerry taylor
I am aware of Mr. Barger being a very knowledgeable attorney. I have seen his work and Attorney 's do not come more knowledgeable than Jay Barger.
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07 Nov, 2023 by Carl hice
I worked with attorney James Barger at K/R regarding my legal need and the experience was the best I've ever encountered when needing legal assistance.
From reception when entering the building until time to leave (each visit) was welcoming and friendly.
James provided a great service by knowing what's needed & matters Vs. fluff and insignificance which made things move smoothly and timely.
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18 Jan, 2023 by Rhett kelton
13 Jul, 2022 by Kerry taylor
I am aware of Mr. Barger being a very knowledgeable attorney. I have seen his work and Attorney 's do not come more knowledgeable than Jay Barger.
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25 Mar, 2024 by Brian slavens
They get people the answers they need. Care for their clients
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24 Mar, 2024 by Robert rowland
They never returned call
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18 Mar, 2024 by Shelbie fricks
I filed my Chapter 7 through Flexer. They have been absolutely amazing! They are super responsive to any questions I have via email & phone. They walked me through & explained everything to me. They were very fast with getting everything done once we started the process. I would 100% recommend! They are affordable. Tons of my family has used Flexer before in the past & they all had great experiences as well which lead me to choosing them.
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17 Nov, 2023 by Anonymous
Ms Lashbrook was highly recommended to our family by a trusted friend when my daughter passed away - a single mom leaving behind a minor child with no will in place to determine who would have custody. It was a very scary situation. Ms Lashbrook helped us secure custody with my other daughter & work with DCS to get all the legalities taken care of. She was extremely caring, sympathetic and went out of her way to assure us we did not have to concern ourselves with this added legal burden as we were grieving over such an unexpected loss & all the other issues that came with it. She was very knowledgeable of the law and made the entire process go smoothly. Both she & her assistant, Julie were extremely caring, thoughtful & concerned for our family. We were blessed beyond words by their caring & personal approach in this situation.
I consulted Ms Lashbrook again recently regarding another matter & found my interaction with her & her staff just as caring & helpful. They actually listen to your concerns & take that extra time to do that without a focus of adding up additional fees for each minute spent. They also welcome your questions and are patient in giving answers that you can understand and this helps you (the client) make wise decisions & feel confident you were informed of all the legal ramifications of those decisions. I highly recommend Ms Lashbrook and her office to anyone who needs help with legal issues involving minor children as well as wills & estate planning. What a blessing she has been to us!
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11 Nov, 2023 by Cayla
Mrs. Lashbrook was there for me from the very first consultation until the end. She was very informative and helped me to do everything that I needed to do. I cannot express how great and clear the communication was and I never felt confused or alone. You can feel the passion she exhibits to fight for what is right.
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06 Oct, 2023 by Anonymous
I got to witness someone pay a good amount of money for this attorney to sit on her butt and ignore her client for over 2 years for something as simple and easy as his child support case. Then, she has the audacity to send a large bill and want payment for sending emails back and forth to the opposing attorney getting no where. The opposing attorney requested taxes and ppwk and we sent them in the next day. In 2 years, she’s STILL not even sent that to him! She’s done absolutely NO WORK on this case what so ever! Emails and voicemails have went weeks to months unanswered. Her Aussie assistant will tell you she’s “in court” but how is she in court 5 days a week and not able to respond to a simple “can we please have an update on this case?”. Because of her lack of representation, lack of communication, and all around unprofessionalism, she’s been reported to the bar. Stay away! Do not invest or hire in this attorney.
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30 Jul, 2024 by Steve dykes
Rick did a great job for our family. I would recommend him for your legal needs.
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18 Apr, 2024 by Courtney workman
Parkerson helped me with 2 court dates last year and one this year. They were VERY efficient and kind the entire time. They always answered any question i had and they are very good at making sure you get treated fairly by the court system and DA. I don’t know where i would be without him. I recommend him to anyone that needs a lawyer!
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11 Mar, 2024 by Cedarma
BEST ATTORNEY IN MURFREESBORO HANDS DOWN!! A LIFE SAVER, THANKS MR. MANSFIELD.
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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.
