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15 Mar, 2024 by Mariana
She’s weird and sexist against women.
Watch out. Drops restraining orders when the defendant used hard drugs around a baby and has threatened to shoot me.
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07 Oct, 2019 by Adam blagg
Bob Bonaparte knows his stuff
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17 Jul, 2016 by James bonaparte
04 Oct, 2022 by Mackenzie mainwaring
The lady Sheri who answered the phone was one of the rudest people i’ve ever spoken with. Will never be calling again due to this lady. Very unprofessional with a huge attitude. Don’t get into the field of helping people if you can’t help people without being rude.
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12 Feb, 2021 by Tim woosley
Non Communicative. Very Un profesional. Not sure what they spend the retainer money on. No explanation
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31 Aug, 2020 by Sylvia washington
Jessica Rogers assisted me with my Fathers Estate, her knowledge, clarity and timely responses were so refreshing. I would highly recommend her for any Estate Law issues!
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04 Mar, 2024 by Carol baldwin
31 Jul, 2023 by William dougall
24 May, 2023 by Kirsten beier
11 Sep, 2021 by Rachel g
06 May, 2021 by Ken corbin
24 Mar, 2020 by :adam
He's an attorney, he serves nobody but the states interest.
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29 Jan, 2024 by Kalli hiebing
My name is Nicole Clain. Had to go through my daughters account to post this.. I give this place 1 star because of my personal experience with my lawyer Drew Betts. She is very new to the game and obviously knows very little about how the court system works. She never once even asked me for any evidence for my case, I just provided some because I knew we needed it and thank god I did. I had to call and leave multiple messages with her to ever even get a call back. I literally lost everything because of her. Because she wasn’t prepared with the right questions or knew what the judge was actually looking for. I lost custody of my son to his drunk, unpredictable dad. Who can’t even be bothered to pick his son up from school when he is sick. I beg u to find another more experienced lawyer!!
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24 Nov, 2023 by Roy cameron
08 Nov, 2019 by Tatiana
Karen Costello is the attorney who I would trust. And this is true not because she provided me with the service which I was expected to receive from her according to our original scenario. She did better work for me by making me think She is an ethical person who prevented me from taking a wrong step and helped me to avoid unnecessary financial and moral expenses.
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15 Oct, 2024 by Megan sandstrom
Gave him $1200 to read my file & he couldn’t tell me anything it said besides one document he read verbatim. Then stalled to file an appeal after another $600 to file a motion & had to file it myself without his letterhead or advice.
Consequentially after $1800 he wouldn’t even guarantee representation if it went to trial.
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31 Jul, 2024 by Brandon jager
I spent days calling attorneys, I exhausted my 3 referrals through the bar and no one would help or listen, I felt lost. I called Goodfellows Law, two minutes into the consultation I knew this guy was listening. Yes, I had to pay a consultation but it was beyond worth it. I highly recommend!!!!!!
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31 May, 2024 by Stephaniee frankss
Goodfellow knows his stuff. Best attorney out there
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09 Jun, 2024 by Anonymous
Mr Holtey lied to me to suit his own purposes. AVOID this attorney. He did not review paperwork from the opposing attorney and it cost me money and harmed the relationship with my child.
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23 Jun, 2021 by Anonymous
I was really concerned that Nate Holtey forcefully advocated to do something that was harmful to a child (a fully professional review by medical professionals had been done of the care, but Holtey apparently could not care less about the well-being of the young people whose lives he touches). Also, he refused to consult with another attorney, sloppy work indeed.
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25 Sep, 2020 by Anonymous
Lacking any creativity or original ideas and his office had a foul odor when I visited. I would not recommend if your life and child depend on it. And they do.
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25 Jun, 2020 by Anonymous
I started my divorce in 2018 while the divorce was finalized there were many ups and down with my ex. Kristin was ideal with helping my navigate through this as well as keeping our children out of it. Through the years she has dealt with my multiple emails, phone calls, counselors, PC, reunification therapists, the ex, his attorney with SO many people involved in this case you would think she could possibly “drop the ball”. Well she didn’t. She does her best to point out when you yourself may be wrong. (Which makes a good attorney) She tells you to always “take the high road”. Which we all know is difficult when dealing with a divorce. If it weren’t for her guidance, honesty, expertise, years of experience, excellent staff to assist her. My children and I wouldn’t have got the outcome we got. Come court date she had ALL things in order, super organized and went down a checklist of facts. I knew then the other side should be worried that she came prepared to win! I would highly recommend her to anyone. And would use her again if needed.
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14 Mar, 2020 by Anonymous
Kristin was hired in my divorce case with an abusive husband and father. I’m not entirely sure what she did on her part as I’m the one who did all paperwork and gathering of discovery. She was routinely rude and unbelievably unorganized and did not address extremely crucial issues that affected my 3 kids IMO.
I could share a whole lot more but I won’t , needless to say I wholeheartedly DO NOT recommend this attorney.
Be wary.
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23 Aug, 2019 by Anonymous
I use lawyers for my businesses every year so I am familiar with many of the industry norms.
I am 5 years into a challenging co-parenting situation and another issue arose recently. I contacted Kristin Eaton via her firms website and scheduled a meeting after hearing back from her paralegal. Great I thought.
The day of the consult, the paralegal email to say, "Can't do a 1/2 hour free consult - you have to pay for 1 hour" - I said, ok. I value my time and understand she wants to be compensated for hers.
I drove 40 minutes to her office for the 1 pm appointment. When I arrived, the paralegal came out and said Kristin can't meet me today, she is too busy - I need to schedule out in 2 weeks.
Ouch - what a waste of my time.
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28 Sep, 2020 by Anonymous
i WAS GIVEN A REFERRAL TO GOLDBERG AND JONES. I DECIDED TO GO DESPITE KNOWING THAT ANY FIRM THAT POURS AD MONEY INTO A PRODUCT LIKE THEY DO TYPICALLY IS BECAUSE THEY HAVE A POOR PRODUCT,
I PAID MY 200 DOLLARS FOR CHANCE TO MAKE JOKES REPEATEDLY ABOUT MY BEING DUMB ENOUGH TO MARRY THE SAME PERSON TWICE..
I HAD DONE A FAIR AMOUNT OF DUE DILLIGENCE PRIOR TO VISITING HIM,, HE WAS MORE CONCERNED WITH MAKING FUN OF ME AND TELLING ME THAT I SHOULD JUST SETTLE MY CASE FOR HALF..
HIS PARTING COMMENT WAS TO HAND ME A CARD AND TO LET ME KNOW WHEN I WAS GOING TO RETAIN HIM.. AND A FINAL JOKE ABOUT MARRYING THE SAME PERSON TWICE..
I HAVE SUBSEQUENTLY RETAINED A COMPETENT ATTORNEY AND AM HEADED FOR TRIAL..
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05 Dec, 2017 by Anonymous
It has been several years since I dealt with Chance but he appears to still be with Goldberg and Jones. Coming in the door Colin Amos promised me the moon, then passed me off to Chance. Most of my funds were spent sitting around chatting it up with Chance. He never developed a legal strategy to move forward with my case, even refusing to even attempt to research the value of narital assets. Valuable time was lost and, consequently, money. I wasn't sure if Fewel's failure to perform his duties,as my attorney were more due to professional incompetence, ineperience or a lack of passion for the job -- perhaps all three? Anyway after re-uping their retainer once too often and expending thousands of my dollars for legal services of questionable value I cut hi m loose and hired another lawyer who as she said "cleaned up the mess" he had made of my divorce. Lesson learned,even if a little late.
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22 Aug, 2017 by Matthew
Super honest and helpful- got my case settled!
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13 Sep, 2019 by Kevin
Extremely disappointed with how Dan has managed our estate case. It has been nearly two months since opposing counsel has requested to close the estate, but Dan continues to ignore any email from my wife or myself. The estate is not worth what he initially thought it would be, and he is no longer motivated to do the right thing by me or my deceased father. TRUST ME when I say a detailed review of this matter and Dans neglect will be posted to this site and sent to the Oregon Bar Association after the estate is settled.
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29 Apr, 2018 by Anonymous
Dan was initially referred to me 30 years ago and I saw him for a divorce and a couple of other matters along the way...then out of nowhere I was indicted on 10 felony counts arrested and humiliated ...so I called Dan who immediately took my case and went to work. One of Dan's biggest strengths is his personal integrity which hasn't gone unnoticed within the legal community. When he says something to a judge or other attorney then they listen and believe him...and rightly so. Dan took less money in order to hire an investigator that would prove to be the difference between winning and losing. I wasn't guilty which always makes it alittle easier but they had wound the net around me pretty good. Dan is an expert of working within the system to get things done. Ive sent him lots of clients throughout the years because I believe that strongly in this guy ...he saved my life because he is really good at what he does.
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02 Oct, 2017 by Mark
I've retained Daniel Lorenz for numerous legal purposes. I have referred several others to Dan as well and he's been very successful on their behalf also. He has successfully litigated every issue I've had. He's successfully won 2 jury trials and efficiently handled several other legal matters on my behalf! I would strongly recommend that you contact Dan if you ever need a a strong and experienced trial attorney! With 40 years of successful trial experience you would be doing yourself a disservice not to at least have a consultation with him! Thanks for everything Dan!
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12 Jul, 2022 by Leo
What an outstanding Criminal Lawyer Lindsay is and her Assistant Kim is awesome, they believe in your Constitutional Right; that you are innocent until proven guilty, they go the extra mile, and do all they can to prove you are innocent, no matter how long it takes. If you are in need of a Criminal Lawyer, in my opinion, "You will not find a better team to defend you, and I can almost guarantee an innocent verdict will be found. Thank Lindsay, and Thank you Kim, Amazing, Amazing job you did for me. GBU
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12 Mar, 2018 by Anonymous
Supportive, big energy small package. Thoughtful about expense and how she was handling my money. Very much appreciate her direction through custody.
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08 Nov, 2016 by Heather cranor
I was very impressed by her veracity and professionalism. Was always available whenever I called with questions. I would highly recommend her for any family law issues.
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21 Jun, 2021 by Heather
I hired Elaine for custody/parenting plan. She called my daughter the wrong name twice. She failed to communicate in a timely manner, with me and the opposing attorney. She seemed to be unconcerned or forgetful about my daughter's safety and mine as well. Overall experience was very unsatisfactory.
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12 Apr, 2019 by Tony
After an emotional decision I offered to my wife am uncontested divorce. After an Internet research for a local attorney to facilitate this I discover Ms. Smith-Koop. Unfortunately my wife took her own action and filed. I kept my appointment with Ms. Smith-Koop. I will attest that I was completely distraught. Not only did she walk me throught all my options she kind and presented me the facts.
My position was to be fair and reasonable to my wife. Ms. Smith-Koop provided all the resources necessary to accomplish this goal.
During the process I discovered her knowledge of not only all the laws but also of the system, attorneys, judges and courts.
I would highly recommend her to represent anyone for a fair and satisfactory result.
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12 Feb, 2014 by John
Elaine represented me in a difficult paternity case. My case was challenging to say the least and I was fairly doubtful of my chances at winning. Most of the feedback/opinion I received from other attorneys in Elaine's area of expertise (paternity) wasn't too optimistic. Elaine was the only one who truly gave me hope and her feedback/opinion on my case was more knowledgeable of the law than some of the other attorney's feedback whose rates were much higher than Elaine's.
Elaine is a skilled professional who is highly knowledgeable and very competent in the area of paternity and family law. Elaine and her legal staff helped me win a very difficult paternity case and both their experience and competence are admirable. I am very happy with the outcome of my case and the services provided. Given my overall experience with Elaine, I would highly recommend Elaine and her staff to represent you if are looking for an attorney that truly knows and skillfully practices the law!!
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28 Dec, 2018 by Kathy
This man was recommended to me and I was well pleased with his work and reasonable fees. I would highly recommend his also as a person of high integrity and knowledge
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05 Mar, 2014 by Anonymous
Never returned emails, phone calls, left questions un answered. Costed me 9 months of time in which the bare minimum was achieved.
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20 Mar, 2012 by Sarah
I have known Mark Lang for many years. He's helped me with multiple legal needs. He's a great all-around lawyer and has been able to easily meet all of my legal needs.
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29 Oct, 2018 by Gabriela
I had a meeting with him for consultation. He was very helpful and made me feel at ease. I feel he will be fighting for my rights !!!!!!!
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28 Jul, 2013 by Mark
Mr. Schaub was highly successful in settling my personal injury claim.
I hired him after it became clear that an exceptionally verbally abusive [ HARTFORD ] insurance adjustors goal was to insult me and deny the facts, then to manipulate and intimidate.
I felt that adjustors Christmas bonus was directly attached to scaring me off, without simply FAIR compensation for my time loss and pain from my injuries.
This is when i asked Mr. Schaub and his legal team to step in.
The process was long, and he kept me apprised every step of the way, .
He was very patient with all of my questioning on the phone and in person.
He worked VERY hard on my case, and fought tooth and nail until the end
by negotiating a Fair settlement for my case.
He also intervened and protected me when the ins companies atty "pulled a fast one"
during deposition in their attempt to make me look bad in case we did go to court.
Mr. Schaub held them accountable to what was fair.
He was exceptionally detailed in his communications and straight to the point.
I would indeed hire Mr. Schaub and his firm again.
I was not paid to post this review.
I do so because Scott is hardworking and honest and the public needs to know
they can trust him and his firm.
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21 Mar, 2011 by Chris
Spineless is the best way to describe Scott. The other attorney was actually screaming at me while I was on the stand. Schaub did nothing. Much like he did for my case. If you are getting divorced, do not ever hire this shlep. He will not fight for you, he won't even push for you. At best he'll slightly, reluctantly nudge for you. The only time he gets excited is when it's time to pay. Do yourself a favor and get an attorney out of Portland, unless you want your ex to get everything they want.
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15 Nov, 2022 by Anonymous
Crook. Doesn’t pay debts. Writes bad checks. Crook. Crook. Crook. Crook. Crook. Crook.
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08 Oct, 2011 by Anonymous
Sara allenÂ
I absolutely hit the jackpot with this wonderful, approachable and reliable attorney.  Sara Allen went way beyond my expectations, not only solving my issues but at the same time putting me at peace while spending her own personal time (which I know she must have very little of) to take care of me. Ms. Allen's incredibly knowledgeable and has a confident and reassuring demeanor. I would entrust this attorney (person) with my most personal, life matters.  I have never had an experience as streamlined and efficient as it has been with Ms. Allen. It's not always a pleasant experience when one feels the need for an attorney, but somehow she always makes me feel much better about everything. The drop done only allows one area of law to choose from, but she's handled multiple areas for me. It's obvious she's just a
wonderful human being and I appreciate all she's done for me.
Involving any kind of legal matter
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22 Mar, 2011 by Debra
After a contract agreement in which I was owed a substantial amount of money could not be resolved, and getting no results from another lawyer, I went to Sara Allen.
She was very thorough, did not waste time, and clearly stated with the offending party's representation the terms of settlement. When they other side failed to responded and tried to employ stall tactics, Ms. Allen was prepared to go to Court to protect my rights.
Recognizing Ms. Allen's extensive court room experience and winning record, at the recommendation of their well known law firm the offending party settled for the full amount.
I can highly recommend Ms. Allen as a lawyer and will not hesitate to contact her again, should the need arise.
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16 Jul, 2022 by Martha
Steve wrote a will and trust for me when I remarried at age 69. He carefully followed my wishes. The documents he produced will make my future life smoother and the dealing with my estate easier for my executor. I recommend him highly.
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18 Jan, 2020 by Michael
My wife and I used Steve to re-do our wills and establish a trust. My wife has become a Stage 6 Alzheimer's person and future care was going to be an issue. Heinrich helped navigate the complex Medicare/Medicaid environment to help us protect our limited assets. He also developed a great care plan for my wife in the event of my death before hers.
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18 May, 2018 by Anonymous
First let me say that in my business I have had to deal with lawyers for over 30 years.
Please be very very careful before engaging with this attorney. He will have you sign a fee agreement that is complicated and overly detailed as to how billing is done. That should have been my clue to walk away but had already started the process with him and he is a knowledgeable lawyer in elder law.
Unfortunately, He did research ( which is in the fee agreement ) at his discretion but in our case was a long list of rabbit hole research and “what if’s” that he admitted would most likely not happen and I never asked him to check on. It is Then charged us!! I asked him to write a simple short friendly letter to medicaid to feel out a situation that had most likely been resolved already but I wanted to be sure.
He charged for listening to messages, and getting them from his assistant who got what I said wrong several times! He also charges for emails.
He also charged me for a synopsis of our first meeting that cost more than the first initial meeting! I did not ask for that synopsis I took notes of my own.
In the end I never got what I needed and was afraid to make notes on the draft since the first time I asked for two tiny changes his “research “ cost ME almost $800! In my experience he does not stay on track and do just the task requested.
I say stay away unless you have money to burn.
Thousands billed to me for what should have been a few hundred dollars in my opinion and experience:
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09 Sep, 2017 by Brian
Mr Bobzien represented my in a very contentious divorce case, and if there ever was an ethical representative- he is it. He worked hard at keeping costs down and had a great deal of empathy toward my situation, I wouldn't hesitate to hire him in the future and would highly recommend him if you are looking for a true professional.
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05 Aug, 2014 by Anonymous
Andrew Bobzien is an outstanding lawyer with an outstanding reputation. He specializes in Domestic Violence cases. He is an expert in Family Law. Keep in mind that no matter what Family Law Attorney you hire, there will be challenges. Getting a Divorce or dealing with custody issues is highly emotional. A great example would be the review below. I know her and she actually recommended Drew to me. She unfortunately was emotionally unstable at the time and took advice from her mother instead of from Drew. I know this because I was with her during this time and couldn't believe how unreasonable she was being. I on the other hand trusted his advice and direction and came out winning my case. The best advice I can give on finding a good lawyer is to meet with them in person to see if you and the attorney are a good fit. Someone like Drew who has been practicing for many years and has a great reputation amongst his peers would also be something to consider. The other thing I appreciated about Drew is he kept the cost down as best he could and he allowed me to make payments once he worked through my retainer. Thank you Drew for outstanding representation. I wish you well.
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16 Jun, 2014 by Anonymous
I made the mistake of hiring this lawyer to represent me. I am in a very vulnerable position as my husband is a high wage earner and I have been a stay at home mother for many years. Mr. Bobzien does not know how to represent women and children who are trying to escape domestic abuse. I recognized too late that Mr. Bobzien was not advocating for me at all. It has been a costly mistake and I regret hiring him. I believe he is complete untrustworthy. For Mr. Bobzien, what comes around goes around in life.
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01 Feb, 2018 by Posh
He is all about set overs and making unnecessary court hearings just to waste everyones time so he can get paid. I have been against every set over from the beginning, its a simple case, but mr russell wouldnt make money if it was an open shut case therefore he drags it out half a year.
He's lost documents that I'm still trying to get back. Why were we in the court room shuffling for the papers that I gave him.
He tells you he's going to do something as in gather evidence for your case and then just doesn't do it and doesn't give any explanation as to why he failed to do so
He lies about court proceedings. Mr Russell told me he set a status hearing with the intention of the opposing party failing to appear and said we would be able to then present our case, I show up to the status hearing prepared to present my case and the judge was like no that's not how this works. So I don't know where Mr Russell went to law school where he thinks things happen a certian way when they don't at all.
I filed a complaint against him and when the cao emailed him asking for documentation so they can review everything, the next morning he put in his withdraw, yet it says when you file a complaint the cao tries to help the attorney and client resolve the issue. Instead Mr Russell backed out probably because he knows I'm right.
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28 Jun, 2016 by Samantha
I am young and safe to admit, pretty naive when it comes to anything law related. I am happy with the decision I made to hire Mr. Russell. He is informative, timely, organized and professional. Lots of experience in all areas of Law. Was honest with me about the case, no sugar coating. I appreciated it.
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22 Mar, 2012 by Anonymous
Everything you hope for in an attorney- a good listener, a great strategist and strives to serve your best interests without compromise. Mr. Russell achieved a settlement and Parenting Plan when the deck appeared somewhat stacked against us- I was, of course, not the "one with the money." Very satisfied to be successfully divorced at long last.
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07 Jun, 2013 by Michael
This man has held my family (children) together for almost a decade. He has given this Dad the ability to remain an important part of his children's life throughout it all. My children thank him for this...
I negotiate daily, my career demands it. This is Charles strongest talent. He will never ask for the moon, only ask for what is right. I have appeared in court three times with Mr. Kochlacs and on all three occasions (divorce, custody and child support) I have walked away each time with what I wanted and needed!
His services are very affordable for the excellent results I have received. I would not hesitate to recommend Charles to anyone, for any family matter!
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05 Aug, 2012 by Anonymous
Charles did a great job, defending me, but also believing in me as well. From the moment i stepped into his office until his last day of my defense he was always there. he never gave me information until he needed to, and was reasonable in his rates. i respect charles and his office for working out my defense and sitting me down to explain things without beating around the bush or giving that shady attorney type persona. although results will vary with a case by case basis, i believe he did his best with his knowledge and care in handling my case.
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23 Apr, 2012 by Anonymous
2 years and $10,000 later on a case where I and my child were abused by my ex I'm still not done. Then out of the blue Kochlacs dropped me because he wanted all of his money now. He was supposed to have done a bunch of stuff that he didn't do and now that he's broke me I've gotta figure out how to fight it without representation.
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06 Nov, 2020 by Anonymous
Dude is rude, doesn't answer and doesn't seem to do really anything at all. Maybe should answer the calls of his clients or at very least call back.
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02 Jul, 2019 by Tony
Noel is an unbelievably good lawyer since the day I met him he had my back and was truly on my side. He's a spitfire that's ready to go to bat for the wrongly accused. He's very professional and truly a good nice regular guy . He always put me at ease in his presence. I believe he truly cares for his clients. Even though my case isn't concluded yet. No matter what the outcome. he's the attorney that I will use if I ever need one again..
Thanks Noel
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29 Jun, 2016 by Natasha
As far as I can tell, because its still early in my custody case. Noel is doing a great job at responding when I have questions. Making sure I understand what could happen. And doing everything he can do to fight for my child. I highly recommend him for custody law.
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04 Jun, 2020 by Sarah
Mr. Todd helped me navigate my divorce, and did an excellent job. He has the experience and know how to represent you and keeps you informed through every step. I highly recommend him!
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16 Jun, 2017 by Anonymous
I spent 2 plus years fighting for custody of my daughter that I believed was at risk for sexual abuse. I hired Mr. Todd to represent me to gain custody. Thanks to Mr. Todd and Judge Price in Washington County court, her father gained generous visitation. Her Father sexually abused her from the age of 6 yrs old to 12 yrs old. They claimed every girl needs a father figure......look what that got her????? It's a pathetic judicial system!
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18 Dec, 2009 by Wence
Mr. Todd is the best lawyer I have ever worked with. I would highly recommend his services to anyone. What I like about Rick is he is a lawer you don't feel intimidated by. I have had Mr. Todd as my attorney for over 30 years and I don't know what I would have done without his help.
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09 Feb, 2019 by Kat
She touted herself as an expert in Domestic partner. This was before gay marriage was legal. It cost me $12,000 dollars. I had to declare bankrupt, I lost house Lost everything. I did get a nice bouquet of flowers for my 12 grand. If it's the same receptionist, she smells awful. Like a wet ashtray. Save your money, go call Saul. I will never forgive for what you did to me,Vanessa.
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20 Jun, 2012 by Ed
Ms. Crakes did a great job dividing my and my ex-wife's retirement funds after our divorce.
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25 Oct, 2011 by Anonymous
I hired Ms. Crakes to divide the retirement benefits that I was awarded in my divorce. I found her to be very knowledgeable. There were several different types of benefits to be divided, and she was able to answer my questions and explain the process in a way that I found easy to understand. She completed the work promptly and I felt that she looked out for my interests throughout.
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09 Apr, 2024 by Jeremy
Amanda has been nothing short of phenomenal, she’s guided thru the whole process and has been thorough at every step. Her guidance and advice has been advantageous to me in every aspect of my case
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18 May, 2022 by Anonymous
I first hired Amanda in 2017. The over all out come that first time was ok. Everyone was satisfied with the end results. I again hired her in 2021 and am so glad I did. Just like before I had a excellent experience with Amanda and all in her office. Things always were discussed thoroughly. Best and worst outcomes were always discussed so that I was able to make informed choices. Email and phone calls were always easy and I had no issues ever getting in touch or asking questions. Amanda and her staff always made sure I was prepped and ready for all court hearings. I would absolutely recommend Amanda again and again.
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17 Apr, 2022 by Christopher
I retained Amanda Husted’s services in 2019 for a custody/domestic partnership dissolution case that involved a tremendous amount of complexity and conflict. Amanda took an honest and focused approach to my case and was able to reduce the level of conflict and anxiety immediately. I never questioned Amanda’s advocacy for my daughter or the preservation of our relationship, nor did I ever see anything that would indicate she was driven primarily by financial gain versus doing what was in our best interest. Although Amanda did have a very busy calendar, she was always available for consultation during key decision points and critical phases of the case (such as plan negotiations and trial prep). I could not have been happier with Amanda’s services and still consult with her prior to moving forward with any decisions that could have future implications.
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27 Feb, 2020 by Ml
Marlene wrote our wills years ago and we are using her again to update them. She was professional, efficient and pleasant. She asked the right questions so we would know what to include and exclude in the wills.
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18 Jun, 2019 by Anonymous
Incredibly hostile and unprofessional. Acted very arrogant and entitled in her opinions. Will not work with again.
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30 Sep, 2024 by Ronald
I'd gotten myself into an unusual legal situation that could have easily gotten sideways. I was fortunate that James Monsebroten had the time to help. He was non-judgemental while I laid out the horrors that I faced, his responses clearly came from experience. That gave me peace. He studied my case. During the next appointment with Mr. Monsebroten, he got right to business, he began showing me why he liked two options, and explained to me the possible outcomes of each. The next day I was able to make a very well informed, clear headed, decision. He took that decision and represented me very well. The result was a fair and favorable outcome. Certainly a professional. I would ask for his help again.
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13 Jul, 2017 by Anonymous
James is a very nice man. We provided all the paperwork, organized and highligted. He told us of the possible out comes and we were hit with shock at court when a $200 to no alimony turned to a $1100 alimony payment. He went to court unprepared and did not perform. Very disappointing.
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27 May, 2022 by Anonymous
I hired Lawrence for my criminal case out of Washington County. At first things were OK. But at the end he was really unprofessional, even rude. Told me that If I didn't take the deal offered to me I was going to go to prison. Which wasn't true. He didn't really care about my concerns. He was impossible to get a hold of. Normally lawyers call you a couple days before court just to remind you, he didn't call me until the morning of, which was about 1.5 hours before I had to be in court. Thankfully i was already on my way otherwise i would have been late. And after my case was finished I contacted him asking for clarification on something and it's been 2 months and still haven't heard anything back. And it involves my fines being paid, so petty important. I wouldn't recommend spending your hard earned money here. I ended up getting free legal advice from Ryan Scott #1 criminal defense attorney in Oregon. Who had a seminar recently on subjects very related to my case. But Lawrence didn't attend. When I told Lawrence what Ryan told me too, he didn't handle it well, that's when he was the most unprofessional.. He ended up having to call Ryan to discuss what he told me. Unfortunately by then it was too late. And I was stuck in the deal he recommended. The deal I had only 10 min to decide if I should take it or not.
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24 Oct, 2016 by Amanda
If it was not for Lawrence believing in me and fighting for me like he did...I would be sitting in prison right now... I was facing 36 months in prison with no programs and no good time and because of Lawrence and his wonderful ways...he really saved my life and gave me an opportunity at having a second chance at life. If you have the pleasure of having him fight for you..embrace it..because he is an amazing lawyer!
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18 Feb, 2024 by Hey natalie jean
Repeatedly didn’t remember who I was, and then when I offered to throw money at him to just help me get this over with, he reiterated that he takes SO many calls each day that I’d be better off on my own. This isn’t an attorney worth your time, especially if you’re in any sort of crisis.
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16 Feb, 2024 by Dustin rains
Highly recommend being represented by Kayla Paulsen!
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09 Dec, 2023 by Jonny nothin
Terrible. Do yourself a favor and go ANYWHERE else.
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17 Nov, 2023 by Connie wetsch
Robert is great lawyer I trust him to help me out
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06 Nov, 2023 by Maria rudolph
I didn't get any help 😕
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06 Oct, 2023 by Brenda leticia cruz
14 Feb, 2024 by Anonymous
I have had nothing but problems with Jennifer and her assistant Jen Harriss. The communication has been horrible, the lack of documents being sent to me, but her assistant claims she sent them and whenever a document is sent, it's the incorrect documentation. After every meeting I have with Jennifer it sounds like we're on the same page and the judge is rolling in our favor on something, I receive a copy of the judgment (from her assistant) to be signed and NOTHING in it has changed, it's the exact same wording as before the meeting. Huge waste of my money, my time and their time.
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30 Jun, 2023 by Gene
Fails to perform. Wanted her to write a letter to my financial advisor at Edward Jones. Her associate said Ms. Schade would
compose a letter for my review and send it to me for my approval.
No letter sent sent to me, never heard from them again.
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06 Dec, 2019 by Anonymous
She got me in quickly and got my bankruptcy filed and walked me through all the steps in a professional and friendly manner. She even got my garnishment funds back. Highly recommend.
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18 Nov, 2023 by Anonymous
Arrogant A-hole. Exactly what we all fear a bad lawyer is. Not prompt or thorough, but will charge you like he is. Crams like a college frat boy. Essentially is still is one, with a law degree. Not experienced with high conflict cases. Do Not Use if: you are female, have experienced trauma or are divorcing a narcissist. Blamed me for his uncontrolled temper in front of the judge. Reported he "tricked" me into having a settlement conference and therefore he waived the cost of it, including his legal fees. Not a good feel. Especially when expressing sympathy for the OP and how they got "the shaft" in my divorce. Made recommendations that my ex and I split time with our child 50/50 (which isn't even possible when parents live in 2 different counties) after my ex absconded with my child for 4 months and it took me 5 months to get him to file parenting time enforcement on my behalf. I should have cut my losses in the first month. It would have saved me lost time with my children and about 25K.
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08 Feb, 2023 by Rick
After my wife passed away I had a custody claim put against me by a family member from my wife’s side. I met with Mr. Weyer and he walked me through everything that could happen and what the possible outcomes were. I had never been into trouble before or been a bad parent to my son, Mr Weyer was really good at assuring me that we were going to be alright. He spent countless hours on my case and would check in frequently telling me where we were at. The thing I liked about him was that he didn’t tell you what you wanted to hear, he always advised on what he believed was best. He is really good at representing his clients in the court room. I had never testified before and he did a really good job at keeping me calm before and after I testified. All of Mr Weyer’s hard work paid off because we won our case entirely and I was able to move on with my life reassured that I had 100% custody of my son. I would definitely hire Mr Weyer again. He has incredible knowledge about Family Law.
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13 Jan, 2023 by Anonymous
Had a nasty Break up with my ex and had lost contact with my son. My ex slapped me with a restraining order, and i jumped the gun in responding to it before consulting with Brad, Asked for an extension in court to try to secure a lawyer, extension was denied by judge, I ended up with an RO. After consulting Brad he wanted to take my case. With months of negotiations He ended up getting me a parenting plan that my ex finally agreed too.
All in all Brad was a great lawyer, he is a lawyer that doesn't tell you what you want to hear, he tells you what you need to hear. Always answered all my questions and gave me great advise. He handled my case very well and professionally. I would hire him again in the future.
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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.
