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30 Dec, 2021 by Anonymous
Helped my child custody & support case in the very beginning but in the middle he turned into a monster! I was ignored constantly and he refused to complete preparation for trial after having me sign a fee agreement for it. He did not have my best interests at all in the end and while I did not agree, he applied extreme pressure for me to settle instead of him just backing out of my case.
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15 Apr, 2021 by Jesse
Hired john for my custody trial and he literally didnt take time to prepare for it. Refused to file and motions. Didnt show up twice for our meetings. I had to file a grievance with the state bar. Fired him and he refuses to give me my files! This person wont even file his motion to withdraw as council even after the judge ordered him too...didnt do anything but hurt my case...
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15 Oct, 2020 by Dean
I hired John on short notice for a trial. The fee was reasonable and the outcome he obtained was far better than I expected.
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11 Sep, 2023 by April
My mom hired Brian after finding out that a family member/co-trustee was taking advantage of her and her estate. Her previous estate attorney wasn't a litigator, so he recommended Brian, knowing my mom would be in good hands. My mom was battling advanced cancer and truly needed a warrior to fight on her behalf, especially as her former co-trustee was trying to take her property, was paying all of their personal bills from her financial accounts, and regularly wiring themselves cash. Brian was able to recover my mom's property and wrangled back control of her assets. After she passed away from the cancer, the former co-trustee tried to challenge my mother's will. That's when Brian really went to work. He ensured this person had to account for their financial wrongdoing by court order, and had gathered enough evidence in the discovery phase that we quickly reached a settlement. In doing so, he upheld my mother's wishes and protected our family from any future frivolous claims by the former co-trustee. Brian supported my mom and I during some of the darkest days of our lives, and the justice that was served helped me start to heal from her tragic loss. Along the way, I came to see Brian as more than an attorney, but as a friend. I highly recommend Brian and all of the professional staff at Solomon Dwiggins & Freer.
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07 Apr, 2022 by Dana
I retained Brian Eagan with high hopes but was disappointed when his first letter on my behalf notifying someone he was representing me, the letter containing language threatening legal action if they did not stop a certain activity.
I asked him to remove the threat & said the rest of it was fine & he assured me he would remove it before sending it. He then sent it.. without removing it.
I now also discover he either never properly read the documents, forgot what he read or just decided it wasn't his job to explain what they said to me, thus allowing me to interpret them myself.
Yesterday i learned after consulting with different counsel that what Brian allowed me to understand the intention of the documents provisions codicils & amendments to mean was completely false.
Weeks of worry concern & thousands of dollars in fees discussing, messaging & emailing how to rectify those concerns were unnecessary as a skilled Attorney pointed out yesterday the last amendment terminated those provision I was troubled about. How did he not relay this to me or even read it until 3/29 is bewildering. Even when he did read and recant it he did not make it clear that it was amending former provisions.
He failed to notify me there was a trust company named to handle a trust and not my sister or any of her friends, this emancipation which was all i wanted but I had to mine through the documents to uncover this myself. When i asked him about this to his credit he did explain it to me and what it meant but it should have been told to me in early Feb. by him, and not at the end of March because of my own time studying them.
He last week told me he believed a trust notification for a different trust may be void because much time had passed, saying he'd send a letter to find out what was going on. As of yesterday before my final decision to terminate his services his assistant said he hadn't sent it, & meant to call them & was leaving for a week (following his recent vacation two weeks ago) so he would be unavailable during that time.
Also to his credit, in the beginning when he couldn't make a deadline, call or another aspect of service promised to render, he emailed to say he's running late & when he anticipated getting to it, he did not delegate that to an assistant.
I can't speak for the firm, I'm sure there must be good attorneys there and I believe if Brian had an interest in doing a good job, perhaps for a friend or "important” client that he could but I wouldn't recommend Brian.
I learned and understood more in an hour with a new Attorney than after months of Brian having access to the documents.
*Today i learned the other Atty had asked him for my input on where i wanted a separate trust held. I am shocked to learn this because he never told me about this or asked me what i wanted. There was a recent email where they mentioned speaking to him, but he said they never followed up and never told me about the other email where they asked to bring me into the conversation.
As it is fundamental to getting the trust set up, i now worry because he had a habit to speak for me without my knowledge & as i've terminated him, he refuses to answer or send me the follow up correspondence so i have no idea what happened to my trust or who they decided to hold it or if Brian had without my consent given his own input.
I am shocked above all else, that he did not allow me to answer this or have any input, nor that he even notified me about their request for me to join the conversation about it.
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24 May, 2018 by Laura
Brian helped me with a complex trust litigation case. I liked Brian as soon as I met him. He listened as I described my case and made me feel completely at ease. I always felt as though he had my best interest at heart and I wouldn't have traded him for any of the other numerous attorneys we had to confront. Brian is extremely intelligent of the law but also a very kind person with a friendly sense of humor. This case took almost two years to settle, and I was very happy with the result. I highly recommend Brian to anyone with a probate or trust problem.
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05 Oct, 2020 by Brian
Horrible, she will not keep you informed on your case which ended costing me an extra $1350. She charged me full price for a service which she failed to completed and no communication about her failure. She quit 26 days before a hearing. my situation only got worst with her while charging $4000
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19 Jul, 2016 by Aaron moses
After a terrible experience with two other lawyers, we finally found a caring and consummate professional in Rebecca. What ended up being a three-year-long lawsuit was wrapped up within weeks of hiring her. I'm convinced had we retained Rebecca from the beginning, we would have experienced a much more favorable outcome in half the time. Her diligence and prompt communication were a terrific comfort, and I would highly recommend her to anyone that needs a good lawyer on their side. It's not easy finding a good lawyer who is also a good person. Rebecca is one of them.
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29 Jun, 2016 by Stefanie
Rebecca Fuller Esq. was very helpful for me and my family when we created our family trust, living wills, and power of attorneys. she also wrote a demand letter for me. Additionally she has taken care of multiple traffic violations for my spouse. She is timely, effective, fairly priced, and most importantly, when it came to my elderly family she came to us with her notary. This is priceless.
I would highly recommend Rebecca Fuller Esq.
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08 Aug, 2024 by Guy
Miserable experience with Denise. In my experience she was woefully unprepared for court. Looks like paralegal does what little work they actually do. As aggressive as a wall flower expect when it comes to billing. Pushed around by opposing counsel at every turn. Would have been better off as a pro se with chatgpt. Substation of counsel could not come fast enough. Wish I could leave one star.
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24 Jul, 2019 by Anonymous
There is not enough words to express the work that Denise did for me and my family. She is amazing, she worked through my case in a blink of an eye. Denise is knowledgeable of her work, everything she explained to me before the hearing is exactly what happened. I highly recommend Denise as your attorney to anyone who is having trouble with child support or any other case . Denise will fight for you. Denise is there every step of the way.
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21 Mar, 2018 by T.t.
One of the first things that impressed me when I came to her was that she made me feel validated and heard. While I understand that "a lawyer is not a therapist"....wise words of my previous attorney. I do believe understanding my story and how I feel, what is important to me, aids my lawyer in fighting for what I want and being able to legally vocalize those things to paper. She nailed it. You took no bull and she fought me on days I didn't fight for myself. It paid off and I am appreciative of her hard work and expertise. Her front office staff is also very awesome. Great response time, availability and very personable.
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12 Oct, 2024 by S y
Attorney Gary Zernich and his entire team were exceptional during my encounter with them. Mr. Zernich was objective, thorough and very candid even when it was not the response I wanted to hear. He guided me throughout my legal proceedings, responded promptly to my inquiries and constantly kept me updated on the status of my case. He gave me legal counsel but ultimately allowed me to make decisions which were in my best interest. I highly recommend Mr. Zernich to you if you need an expert in his field and if I had to do this all over again, I'll still request his service.
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13 Sep, 2024 by Lulu flores-rubi
Excellent Attorney. I am extremely grateful for Jason, Amanda, Missy and all his law group. They have been an amazing help during the most difficult and challenging moments of my life.Thank you everyone. Amazing Law Firm. The Best!
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12 Sep, 2024 by Heather von eschen
Worst representation I’ve ever had. Never prepared for any of the hearings, only attended hearings by video, never in person, and actually made my case worse every hearing.
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02 Aug, 2024 by Matt goodwin
This firm is a money grab. They will charge you$210 for a 2 minute consultation to tell you something you already knew. Quote you at one price then when it’s time to do business they will quadruple the price. In my case they originally quoted me $1000 to get one misdemeanor sealed on my record then when I came back with the paperwork they asked for they told me it would be $4,000. Never refunded my $210. Stay far away from this firm they will rob you.
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24 Jun, 2024 by Hugo ernesto martinez castañeda
29 May, 2024 by Hannah stanley
I highly recommend Mr. Dobberstein and his team. They have thorough knowledge of the law and fight remorselessly for their clients. Mr. Dobberstein has earned his reputation of being a fierce litigator. He is a fighter who never gives up. I’m so thankful to this firm for their dedication and kindness to my company when we felt we had no chance of survival.
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17 Jun, 2024 by Ana raga
Jacob and his team went above and beyond! I didn’t know what to expect in terms of a settlement in my case which was essentially a hit and run, but I am more than pleased with the results! I am so grateful to James for his excellent work on my claim.
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17 Jun, 2024 by Cesar a. castro
Jacob’s team went above and beyond helping me after a second MVA. This second MVA left me with some life altering changes.
Jacob, with his extensive knowledge and experience with injury law, did an awesome job. He navigated me thought the legal stuff and provided great advice about how to manage life with injuries and my new limitations.
When I called the office with my concerns, she talked to me like a person and not a client. She really did a great job of making me feel well taken care of.
Every member of the team offered more than just years of experience, they offered compassion and a true sense of caring!
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17 Jun, 2024 by Yasmin gomez
29 Apr, 2019 by Anonymous
Took off with my retainer and refused to return my paper which includes vital information about my case
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16 Nov, 2018 by Monty lynch
Been trying to get in contact with him for months. We hired him and payed him. Can’t even get a new lawyer because mr Lucas has not answered his phone to give permission to pass the case. Very disappointed in him. Things were very good. And then he stop talking to us. Went by the office they said he wasn’t taking guests or was in court.
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10 Jan, 2018 by Jackie
I had a traffic ticket I wanted to fight (failure to pull to the right for a cop) in a left turn lane when no one would let me over?! Power trip cop. My friend suggested Lucas. He was awesome- tough on them and funny with you. Highly reccomend!
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17 Jul, 2024 by Tiztid hawthorne
Went to Carson city from Reno Nv, paid $50 for a 40min conversation. Jennifer seemed as she was not interested in my case nor myself. She barely gave any information and was really quiet like she did not want me there. With being overwhelmed during this time, Jennifer added to the stress. Would not recommend. Consultation only lasted 15/20min. The nice lady at the front desk gave me more information and comfort than she did. That’s the only reason why I showed up. Wish there was an option for 0 stars.
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06 Mar, 2024 by Jon f
Jennifer and her staff are Very professional and handeld my complex custody case with integrity and ease.
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03 Sep, 2023 by Colin tams
25 Jun, 2024 by Vanessa bacon
Brad Hofland and his team provided excellent legal service, and support throughout my child custody case. I cannot thank Brad Hofland and his team enough for their extensive knowledge and expertise in family law. I highly recommend Brad Hofland to anyone in need of top-tier legal representation for family law matters. Thank you for everything!
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25 Jun, 2024 by Tammy vealencis
Brad Hofland is a very professional lawyer and I highly recommend him and his team to anyone looking for a great firm to represent them.
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25 Jun, 2024 by Frank vealencis
If you’re looking for an ethical legal team in your corner, this is them. True artisans in their field.
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18 Aug, 2023 by Anonymous
I was introduced to Lynn when she participated in our local "Ask a Lawyer" program. This is the very first lawyer that I've talked to who was straight to the point and exceptionally honest about my chances of winning custody of my baby. I wanted to hire her as my lawyer but she only does pro-bono work or substitute work for other attorney's. She is not accepting clients. With her help, I now know what to look for in an attorney and will accept only those who can be critically honest with me and who won't waste my money or get my hopes up only to have them shattered in court.
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29 Jun, 2023 by Tina
Lynn’s help and experience restored my faith in the justice system. Not only is she knowledgeable about child custody, she will share her knowledge with you. Lynn often says that “knowledge is power.” She is right. She will help you understand the legal process so that you become comfortable in or out of court. After a recent hearing, I had no idea of what really happened. Lynn spent the time that I needed to understand the judge’s decision and effective ways for me to move successfully forward. If you're seeking legal help as a child custody client, call Lynn today.
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12 Oct, 2022 by Anonymous
She's so smart about the law. Her Motion was brilliant. BUT, it took 2 months to get her to write it. The charges are crazy. As soon as my case came to a critical point, she stopped taking my calls and had a paralegal call and say, "Lynn said this case is taking more work than she thought so she's going to need another $7000 before she does anything else." What? She was still working on the current retainer! And she waits until I'm in a dire situation where minutes count to have a flunky tell me this! Then she wouldn't give me my records--a clear violation of the statute--until a month later when she said she'd be happy to for $250--another violation of the statute. Don't get me started on my original lawyer Damian--never heard from him after I signed the retainer check. RUN away from this firm! Good luck finding a reparable attorney in Las Vegas. It's a crap shoot.
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10 May, 2022 by Charmin burgess
Called me back immediately within a day.
I've heard this is a great place to go if you need good lawyers, and I do!!!!!!!
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22 Apr, 2022 by Num ninja
The absolute worst communication. The lack of punctuality is unacceptable. Kirsty treats everyone as beneath her.
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25 Mar, 2021 by La erin f
04 Oct, 2024 by Ramez ghally
14 Sep, 2024 by Gavin mcfarland
They will loose your case and take your money!!
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30 Mar, 2024 by J b
I (luckily) haven't had to deal with many lawyers in my life, but this location is a complete joke. Norma Jean is the first person you'll, unfortunately, run into and she makes it known from the beginning that you are inconveniencing her and she can't wait for you to be out of her face.
I went to speak with an attorney, and for whatever reason they weren't in the office, I asked Norma Jean when they should be expected back and she immediately snapped back, "How would I know? I'm not a secretary!" I was surprised at the reaction so it took me a minute to gather my thoughts, but she managed to throw, "Is there anything else?" With the same horrible and unnecessary attitude. I just wanted to get out of there at this point, so I just asked for a card, I got a sigh out of her (of course), and I left.
Afterwards, I tried calling the number on the card multiple times over at least 2 weeks to schedule another meeting and I just kept getting sent to voicemail. Finally, after weeks of hearing nothing from these attorneys, the issue was resolved and about 3 days after that, the attorney's assistant finally decided to return my call.
I was shocked by how unprofessional, rude, and uncaring this 'professional' attorney's office was. I will never waste my time and money on them again and I recommend no one else does either. There are much better lawyers in Las Vegas.
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03 Aug, 2022 by Anonymous
I had full custody sole legal and sole physical. I hired Posin to answer a motion. He never got the case settled but was okay with continuing the case from opposing counsel. This was all at my expense. Because it was during Covid this guy used a hardship to overcharge immensely.
DO NOT USE THIS ATTORNEY.
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22 Apr, 2022 by Anonymous
Don't use this guy unless you have money to throw away. Posin charged me 15K for writing 2 counter motions and never stepped a foot in court.
Horrible attorney, I had to fight the case pro-se and got better results.
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31 Mar, 2022 by Jamie
We have used Mr. Posin several times for my brother in criminal actions. He has always managed our expectations, but in the end made miracles happen. He is direct with regards to the case and possible outcome, prompt in returning calls and answering any questions we had, and his staff is always wonderful. I work for an attorney myself, and Jeff has all of the qualities I was looking for. Definitely recommend his office.
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28 Oct, 2023 by Anonymous
What divorce attorney would allow their client to sign away all of her rights to a community property estate worth $$ Millions after a 35-year marriage and take a payment of $25,000 + from the opposing spouse to expedite it? Ms. Mushkin further injured my position going into negotiations by canceling a court date without my permission or knowledge 48 hours prior to the settlement meeting that would have awarded me Attorney's fees of $180K. I do not recommend Ms. Mushkin. In fact, her actions should be reviewed by the State Bar of Nevada.
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05 Jan, 2021 by Larry
She is shady, she tried to get my drug addicted mother custody of me, and she had my mom put me in special ed to get more child support out of my dad. She sent me to a questionable doctor and put me in special ed for autism because I liked the color blue. Get real lady. Burn in hell.
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10 Apr, 2013 by Deb
Rhonda Mushkin and her associate Beth Rosenbloom did outstanding throughout my 6 years working with them. I had many challenges with the military side of divorce and custody and they both did great.
From the Office personnel of Christina and Adam to Rhonda and Beth, they are top notch and professional at all they do. They are very honest and straight forward which was nice to work with.
Rhonda is active on committees and her professional associations which enables her to stay on top of what is going on. She has many years of experience and I wouldn't recommend anyone else. I have recommended her to many acquaintances.
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29 Apr, 2023 by Josue medina
Not sure what this clown bot David is talking about, but my experience with Omealia law was way different. The staff was great and very straightforward with filing fees and attorney fees, and the process to get my green card. I have my friends going here too and I’m glad to say they’re in the path to getting theirs too!
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13 Jun, 2022 by David
I WOULDN’T RECOMMEND hiring this office. I’m a Clinical Social Worker and my job is to advocate for my clients which is the exact opposite of what this office has done for us. It seems to me that Josette O’Mealia takes advantage of people in desperate situations. We paid her $4500 for her “services” which were to include filling out three simple immigration forms and assisting us throughout the immigration process. We met with her one time before actually retaining her and never again as we kept getting excuses for why she couldn’t meet with us. We asked her office over and over again to assist us with our process and to help us expedite our claim as I was transferring my job and my husband needed work authorization. Her office did not help and actually provided us with inaccurate legal advice saying that we “had to wait normal USCIS processing times, sorry”. We ended up filing an expedite request ourselves and submitting the additional evidence that was requested by USCIS. We were able to get my husband’s work authorization approved with no help from the attorney that we paid good money for. We voiced our concerns to Josette and she refused to address our concerns and instead was very entitled and essentially told us to deal with it or no longer work with her. It’s for this reason that we are filing an ethics complaint against this office. We attempted to resolve the issue directly with her, but she’s more concerned with taking our money for work she has not and at this point will not perform. Do yourself a favor and find a more experienced and more professional attorney. She has only been an attorney since 2019. Her office even told us they don’t do expedite requests because they have too many clients. This is exactly what we retained this office for as it was an emergency. We definitely didn’t pay $4500 only for her assistant to assist us with three forms. They had no problem taking our money, but did not do the work. Please save yourself a headache and go somewhere else!
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09 Nov, 2020 by Jacqueline
I met Ms. O' Mealia two weeks ago when my husband and I got a letter from USCIS informing us we had an interview with only three day notification. We called this law firm because on our first interview with USCIS we used their services. We went with Att. Acosta, and we were very satisfied with his knowledge and professionalism, anyways when we called the office they informed us that she might not be able to take the case because she had a very booked day but they would call me back to let me know. Now mind you they were our only option because we only had two exact days to get ready for this interview. The office called us back within an hour to inform us Ms. O'Mealia had moved around some appointments around for us and that she would accompany us to the interview! and that she would also meet with us a day before the interview for any questions. Since we were traveling from Elko, NV 4 hours away from Reno we couldn't be at the appointment at the time we had scheduled with the firm. They again worked with us and made it to were we could come see them as the last appointment of the day. when we came in on the appointment day, of course I am worked up because this is my husbands second interview with USCIS for his adjustment of status and the first interview was so uncomfortable and invasive( even though we have been married for over a decade) so my thought process was "this is gonna horrible". She saw me right away and knew that I was all nerves. She was so kind and so helpful to put my mind at ease. She was amazing! I am certain that our interview would not have gone the way it did without her. At the end of the interview again the officer did not tell us if we got approved or not. he said " I will do another background check and we will send you a letter of our decision in the mail." So again I left with a knot in my stomach, she knew that so she checked our case over the weekend and gave me a personal phone call to inform me my husband had been approved! Like what other attorney does that? I am so grateful the guy above appointed her to be our representative. If we had to do this again I would certainly put our case in her hands without a doubt, that is how confident she was and made me feel. If you need someone confident and competent I would not look anywhere else. I wish the firm we went with had these qualities, don't get me wrong my husbands easy case turned into a two and half year dreadful case and the initial firm we went with delivered but was such a big firm and super far away that they did not have the compassion or the time to help put your mind at ease they were more to the point and move on to the next case. attorney Josette O'Mealia would have been my first choice!
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19 May, 2021 by Patricia
I reached Pariente Law a cryminal lawyer since my business got hacked thru an ex employee, he referred me to Robbert Rabbat since he would be able to take my case both of those lawyers told me that in order to start my case i would need 10k retainer and be thinking to spend 20k in the next couple weeks, once i got to Robbert Rabbat he asked her receptionist to pay their comision to Pariente Law because he refered him. Then same week he asked for 5k because he was going to hire a foreinseic guy, i gave the money. at the end he only sent a cease and desist letter to the hacker that was my exemployee. He hired a foreinseic that doesnt know how to do his Job , he wasnt able to find any evidence because he couldnt get into a device, so Robbert told me go with the FBI instead and kept my money. I went for my self to find who could help me, I found another foreinseic who did find evidence, Robbert wasnt able to even do a resstriccion order proteccion for me, on top of that he said on a good will ( with 15k in the pocket) said i will request a subpina which never did. Obviously he didnt have a clue about the case he was taking. So in few words a cease and desist letter costed me 15k. and he said he cant not return money since he performance his job. So it means I hired a Lawyer that his performance was like a job that any parelegal would have done! for 5 porcent of the money he got.
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21 Sep, 2017 by Eric
If you ever going to war you may as well go to battle with the best. Rob is one of the best lawyers I have ever worked with. He's not cheap, but he's worth it!
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13 Sep, 2017 by Anonymous
Robert is an extremely knowledgeable about both commercial litigation, torts and contracts. He also extremely professional and is very easy to communicate with. Robert is always there for his clients and makes time for them in need.
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28 Aug, 2018 by Al
I will always love and respect Fran Fine. She was hired by and helped my daughter and she represented her at age 14 in Family Court when she was in need of help. Thank you Fran ❤ You are one of the few that cares and speaks truth boldly and has a huge heart for children.
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21 May, 2018 by Daisy vargas
Fran was so helpful with everything involving my case! She answered every question I had! Fran was always respectful polite and she gave me exactly what every other attorney in this town couldn’t! She listened she was courteous and was very detail oriented! I have nothing but greats things to say and I could go on forever! Thank you for the great work ethic and passion you have to help single mothers like myself!
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12 Oct, 2017 by Anonymous
Fran Fine is to say the least is not a woman
Of her word. She agreee to take on my case at a discounted rate but failed to mention that bc of that discount she was going to half ass my case and her responsibilities to put it nicely. She was late to my first court date didn’t even make it to my second one. She failed me bigtime by not filling for a default judgement after my ex didn’t respond within 20 days. She never answered half my question and she is extremely disrespectful on how she speaks to her clients.
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07 Sep, 2023 by Becky jordan
There were 16 five-star reviews when I last checked, and I am number 17 to also give her a 5-star review. That tells you something. Tehan knows the law and is efficient in representing her client(s). She displays all those great qualities described in the other reviews and more. I know she was totally committed to me and my case in the way that she communicated regularly and personally with me. Still, she is a no-nonsense lawyer who will give you homework and communicate with the court to let you know the status of your case. She explains court postings from eflex. My Ex threatened to bankrupt me. Tehan used the law to protect me. It wasn't painless, but what was done, she did in a way to provide the best outcome for me and my financial stability. She advocated fiercely on my behalf. This may sound corny, but Tehan is a hero of mine. I am very grateful to have had Tehan Slocum as my counsel. You will be glad also! I highly recommend that you give her a call. Thank you, Becky Jordan
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07 Sep, 2023 by Joyful moments photography by chelsea
Tehan Slocum, Family Law-
She went above and beyond for my family and in protecting and honoring what was best for a child. She was so thorough, respectful, assuring, and knowledgeable through every up and down we went through.
I HIGHLY recommend Tehan Slocum.
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02 Feb, 2023 by Matt j
Very knowledgeable in the culture and law landscape in Reno/Washoe county. Highly recommended
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24 May, 2024 by Lori peterson
Avoid!!! This company violates the law and engages in harassment. Avoid them at all costs.
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23 May, 2024 by Haleigh miller
I would never work with this company based on their lack of morals, rude employees, sheer lack of professionalism, and because of their abusive and harassing behaviors. They have been calling my place of employment for over TWO YEARS trying to convince us to sign up for their service. We have politely declined each time, and have now spoken to 4 separate "supervisors" who assured us that we would be placed on their do not call list. To date, I have had Legalmatch employees curse at me, insult me individually, and repeatedly call back (5+ times) after I ended calls where they were behaving abusively. They have even spoken directly with my boss, the attorney, who has said in no uncertain terms that the firm will NEVER work with or take client referrals from them due to their behavior, yet they continue to endlessly call and harass all of us at the office. If anyone from your company is reading this, your employee identifying himself as "Ty Jones" was one of the worst offenders. He used some of the most vulgar language I have ever been on the receiving end of when calling and was a repeated caller as well.
My review is my own and the opinions contained herein are not a reflection of, or in any way representative of, my employer's (or anyone else's) views or opinions.
Edit: I'm positive I have the correct company, considering every single representative who has identified where they're calling from has clearly said "LegalMatch" and I have also asked multiple of them to spell out letter for letter both the company name and the company website.
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23 May, 2024 by Heather fox
Updating to respond to the owner's comment: Yes I am quite sure I have the right company. Their response is a perfect example of the gaslighting and lies they will use to scam you.
This company is a scam. I am an attorney and I would rather go out of business than work with these people. Once they find your business, they will call your office nonstop pretending to be an attorney who is looking for another attorney to take over their caseload. By the way, their "leads" are garbage. Most of the time, the lead isn't even a real person; it's a made-up scenario to scam you into paying for their referral service. They've never gotten a penny out of me, which I assume is why they won't leave me alone. I've blocked so many numbers, but they always have more. It's gotten so bad I am actually looking to bring a harassment suit against them.
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16 Mar, 2024 by D' bleu
Public defender. You get what you pay for. Nada, niente, zich, zero.
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01 Feb, 2024 by Marla manning
First time I've never been in trouble with the law and I had Kale Brock as my PD. He isn't reachable at all! If you ever get the unfortunate assignment of him to represent you, make sure you've got your phone set up to accept private numbers or you'll NEVER hear from him! And his office can't reach out to tell you there is an issue, so you get to discuss your case 5 minutes before your court time, in a corner in the lobby! And he works for the county so you won't get good representation or he'd get fired!
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12 Oct, 2023 by Tito anduja
Patrick Mansfield has to be the WORST attorney I have EVER dealt with in my ENTIRE life. When I wouldn't sign the deal he snatched the clipboard from my hands and started whining and acting like a big baby. The 102 ranch should be ashamed to even be affiliated with him. Talk about an entitled crybaby. I hired a real lawyer and everything worked out perfect. What a LOSER.
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18 Apr, 2024 by Nancy sellard
If I could give this lawyer a zero that is what she deserves. Father refuses to work to support the child, father belittles mom infront of child, lawyer given proof father is mentally abusive to mother....court ordered job requirement not enforced...lawyer forces deals on mother that slander family... Everyone is told to be patient while the clent and her family get trampled on.. If you want your family destroyed, this is the lawyer for you.
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15 Apr, 2023 by Joseph batson
18 Oct, 2021 by Cynthia elder
Debra Amens is awesome she really fights for you
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22 Feb, 2019 by Anonymous
Please do not waste your money or time on this lady. She will move slowly and not pay attention to your emails, and then come back asking for information you've already provided weeks ago.
She will talk to you like you are an idiot. In one of her emails to me she said "Ok, let me break it down to you.. read slowly" this is verbatim and "don't for a second treat me like I don't know what the F... I am doing" when I showed frustration and used the "damn" word in my email. Mind you, you are the one who's paying her and she's talking to you like this.
She will sign away your money without your consent. She offered the other side a lot money after I explicitly told her not to and then she comes back with "well, it's too late, they've already accepted".
Why did I keep her and keep paying her? Because I thought my ex and I reached an agreement but he would then change his mind and ask for more. Which he kept getting.
Yes, she will settle your case for you, for sure. Just be prepared to have her give the other side EVERYTHING they ask for and avoid court at every expense. She will tell you over and over,
" I just want to get you divorced and save you money", all the while giving away your money like it's water.
Do not hire this lady if your case is remotely complicated or you are a high income earner with your own business. And of course if you are looking for someone who remotely respects or listens to you.
This to say, that by the time, I brought another lawyer in, it was too late to undo all the damage she had already done and I was out of money to keep paying more and more fees. Wish I had someone different from the beginning. I would possibly still had paid alimony but much less than what was projected by the time another party came into play.
The whole justice system is not just people. Be prepared to lose as the lawyers make all the money. Divorce law is antiquated and needs an overhaul.
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23 Jun, 2018 by Anonymous
Hired Mandy sept of 2017. She files a motion which cost me 1500 roughly that was rejected and not even heard. She talked to me like I was a little kid and was disrespectful in our face to face conversations. Emailed her paperwork to file in court and she never filed them. Have her legal paperwork to review before court she failed to. Had no game play at the hearing I had to schedule an appointment with her day before court just to come up with a game plan. Was an hour late to court because she told me the hearing was at 11 when it was at 10. Made us both late that day and it hurt my case. Judge asked her to file the order and she never filed it. Asked her set up an appoint with other party per the judge order. She charged me for setting up the appointment but never got the sit in. Asked her to erase the extra charges she charged me and she didn’t then she filed a motion to withdraw as counsel and even charged me for the motion to withdraw. Very unorganized counsel. Other attorney looked professional and she was never prepared to counter. She charged me for motions that were never heard failed to communicate file paperwork correctly and was late for court. Very below standard and do not recommend. She doesn’t care about her clients
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29 Jun, 2017 by Alex
She is the best family law attorney you can find ! I am from California and had to come to Nevada to visit just born son who is withheld from me for the first three months of his life because of lies his mother told even after it was ordered for me to have visitation every weekend the because of lies his mother told even after it was ordered for me to have visitation every weekend his mother still withheld him from me still withheld him Even though his mother was telling terrible lies about me Mandy stood by mestood by me me Mandy stood by me and believed in me and protected my son by the time we got to trial it was nearly a year and a half Mandy fought so hard for my son and I sifting through the lies of his alcoholic mother i received primary custody April 2015 and she still fight to protect my son today . If you are on the side of truth and you want am attorney that will fight for you and your child or children I highly suggest you hire Her as your attorney!
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01 Mar, 2017 by Mel
Nancy Harkess the kind of lawyer you only hope to have on your side. She not only did a great job but she truly cared .
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27 Feb, 2015 by Renee
our divorce was granted in November 2014. I had to find this out by going online to the family court website. My ex and I have left at least 8 messages asking for our divorce papers or at least info on how to get them. It is very important I get these for legal reasons. Neither of us have received a call back. Nor have we been able to speak to a live person which is very frustrating.
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03 Aug, 2023 by Joey wills
Tom Standish and his associates, mainly Phillip Spralding, do not practice evidence based law. They are scum bags, who pander to vulnerable females in difficult times to maximize their firms profits. They do not care about the best situation or well-being of children. They more focus on how they can exploit the imperfect system of family law for their maximum benefit.
They are racist.
I don’t know how they have such a high rating on this platform, but I strongly disagree.
I hope this firm, and attorneys of this shallow caliber lose their credibility as soon as possible.
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28 Aug, 2019 by L saunders
Carlia was great she helped me through a very trying experience. Also, Tom input made it all worth it. If you're looking for the BEST attorneys in Las Vegas, look no further.
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21 May, 2019 by Mary alice
I originally hired Carlia through Right Lawyers. I trusted and believed in her she left two firms in the time being of my case to which I followed her since she knew my case. She also made it sound that if I stayed at the firms I would be left with inadequate and inexperienced lawyers In the end she promised to finish my paperwork and never did. I bugged her for months and she just lied and put me off. She never did finish it. I wouldn't trust her with something as simple as my will. I can only imagine she has carried to Standish Law firm the same untrustworthy traits. All I wanted was my paperwork done as promised.
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26 Sep, 2023 by Asma
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17 May, 2020 by Mark haushalter
Greg Coyer is the best criminal defense lawyer in Las Vegas. He handles both state and federal criminal defense cases. He is the best Las Vegas attorney you could ask for.
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08 Dec, 2023 by Sherri
A few years ago (2018), I contacted Michael Reason, and he replied almost immediately. Details of my case were very personal but he gave me excellent and sound advice, was always available and everything worked out smoothly. The case did not go to court but was instead resolved by Mr. Reason. One of the things I liked about him the most was the manner in which he covered every detail, so I felt very comfortable. I utilized his services again, briefly, in October of this past year, for some assistance and a consult again. I give him 5 stars for intelligence first, then thoroughness, plus the ability to organize everything competently.
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25 Jul, 2015 by Anonymous
I retained Michael to work on my custody case that is still pending. His office staff never knew what was going on with my case and neither did he. I had to constantly remind him what my name was and what our case was about. I received lots of calls from his staff telling me he wouldn't move forward with my case until they got a payment. The payments had already been made and were lost. When it came time for our first court hearing, Michael sent another attorney that was sub-contracted in his place. I didn't know this man or know anything about him. And he sure didn't know a thing about my case. The one thing this other attorney did know was MY EX!! As he and I entered the court room the two of them saw one another and bantered back and forth for 15 minutes. My ex used to work for this attorney years prior. And come to find out, this attorney was a credit repair attorney not a family law attorney. I was livid. I asked the attorney to continue the hearing so that I could speak with Michael and work this all out. The attorney denied my request and went ahead with the hearing, making crucial mistakes. When I called to confront Michael about the situation, he turned into a real jerk and refused to do anything to remedy the situation and demanded that I pay off my bill with him and he was firing ME. What a joke. This guy is a complete quack. Don't waste your time or money on this completely incompetent "attorney". Last I had heard, he wasn't even practicing anymore. Thank God!
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15 Jul, 2015 by Jennifer
Michael Reason is very prompt at returning my calls and is very interested in helping me as his client to resolve issues with my ex. He explains what he can do to help and why..I trust his judgment completely.
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16 Sep, 2017 by Anonymous
I reached to Mr. Travis N. Barrick office for guidance in a VA claim I was encourage by Veterans friend to persuade
My personal experience with Mr. Barrick as an Attorney was: In addition to the insensitivity and rudeness
I endured during the meeting with him at his office,
It felt like I was discussing an issue that is very personal and important to me, with a car mechanic due the
disgusting dirty nails he was displaying.
Base on this encounter, I do not recommend his services.
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18 Jun, 2017 by V. k.k.
Hands down this man knows his law practice! He knows the government, state, and all for the judicial system. My Uncle was at one time Chief District Attorney of a major country in a large state ( I do not name due to being family) My Uncle referred me to Mr. Travis Barrick. I also studied law while in college. This gentleman makes sure he knows his law practice and is also updated to any changes in the government and state laws. Hands down I would always recommend him highly among other practices. He will always fright for the right of truth and justice for his client. The staff is also very friendly and very prompt to answer any questions pertaining to a case or potential case. They are great people!!
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06 Apr, 2015 by Doc c.
I met Mr. Barrick in Clark County "Veterans" court, he introduced me to his buddy and the both of them got my VA claim sorted-out and filed correctly, after years of hearing there was little help the VA Healthcare system could provide me, with Mr. Barrick and his staff's help I was re-evaluated by the VA and given an accurate disability rating. I went to the VA for help after 8yrs of service as a medic in Spec Ops. After years of injuries and bad-memories, after having a VA (narcoleptic) psychiatrist fall asleep in a session, the lies and delayed service I met someone who could help me. Travis Barrick (& Will) got a homeless-veteran back into society. Their friendship is lifelong.
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01 Jul, 2023 by Carlos n.
Worth lawyer in Vegas he doesn't fight for you he just want your money he's lazy he doesn't get the paper work on time he doesn't communicate with the client he has speech problem and memory problem is because of the stroke. He's not a good lawyer too old for that. Don't waste your money on him get a real lawyer never never remembers anything and he knows that he needs to be disbarred he doesn't help people he put people in worth situation.
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14 Mar, 2018 by Brian k.
This guy did nothing for me. He told me to talk to the judge. He never filed paperwork with the courts on time, and never took charge at all. I would never recomend him to anyone at all, very lazy! I'm only giving him a star because he did show up in court.
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31 Dec, 2015 by Terry b.
James Smith is well versed in Real Estate Law. My dealing with James has always been professional. He seems to really enjoy working with his clients. Good personal service!
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29 Oct, 2024 by Linda “polly” brooks
My friend used shook & stone after his car accident they took care of everything. Answered any question. I'm glad he chose them.
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29 Oct, 2024 by Jody johnson
They were great! Helped me in more ways than one and I am so grateful for them!
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29 Oct, 2024 by Mavis thurn
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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.
