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22 Aug, 2018 by Anonymous
Steven jumped right into the mess I had made after filing for child support and full custody by myself. The dad had never been around and wanted full custody now that I was making my full custody legal on paper. Steven picked up where I left off and really explained everything to me and made me feel alot more confident. We won our case in court thanks to him. I now sleep much better at night knowing that everything is legally set. Thanks a million!
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19 Aug, 2018 by Anonymous
This attorney did not help me thoroughly with my battle against mother. Even tho mother was in contempt for many things and I wanted to obtain full decision making. Mr. Sufrin made me settle to agreements with opposing party when he could of potentially gone to trial and fight for what was right for this case. Now mother is back in contempt of other things when this could attorney could of performed better. I ended paying Mr. Sufrin more than 4 grand for a lousy settlement. DO NOT HIRE HIM.
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04 Jun, 2018 by Colette
Mr. Sufrin was knowledgeable, understanding, and patient in his handling of my divorce and related matters. Through every challenge my court case brought, he was always there for me. During what was surely the worse time of my life, Mr. Sufrin brought compassion and professionalism to the task at hand and I achieved the results that were best for my children and myself.
I would highly recommend Mr. Sufrin for any and all family law matters. Should I require family law representation in the future, I would not hesitate to use his skills.
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18 Sep, 2023 by Christine
First of all she’s about 80 years older than the above photo. In my opinion she may be suffering from dementia,she hired my ex, claims to have forgotten that I consulted her but after I reported her “remembered” and removed herself from the case…. Additionally she defended and sat in court for a man who is a known child abuser and is domestically violent, alcoholic be cause he has money. That should be enough to not want to hire someone of her caliber. KNOWING he was a domestically violent man she actually came to court and supported him, after she removed herself from the case. This woman has no morals, values, or ethics. Her retainer is ridiculous and not worth it. Her and Keith Berkshire are absolutely horrific lawyers and humans. It’s easy to paint a woman as a gold digger but when a middle eastern man gets up under oath and lies and she’s supporting him. I lost all respect for this woman.
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01 Oct, 2020 by Deiva
She appeared for me in a high conflict divorce. She was very reasonable lawyer and led me through the process. Costs were high but at the same time she was very reasonable. She was very eloquent and helpful. Even after the case was over, I contacted her many times. She has responded to my queries.
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27 Jul, 2014 by C
Chris is one of the smartest attorneys I know. She is strong and aggressive, but also very nice. She is willing to mediate, yet ready to litigate. She explains things very well. Still there were some things I didn't understand, but I knew I was in good hands. Her knowledge of case law and how it effected my case was impeccable. She is extremely responsive, often times returning emails within minutes! I highly recommend her.
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25 Jun, 2024 by Miss jordan
Seems like a reputable law firm with good reviews, however the staff hired is a direct reflection of the company, and their current front desk receptionist Kayla Bates came to my place over the weekend in my parking lot smoking weed and threatening to fight me and asking me if I want to come downstairs and get beat up over a man. A woman she knows is pregnant. What type of professionalism is that? I called and spoke to the executive team Holly and Tammy and was assured they would address the issue with said staff.
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08 May, 2024 by Karen j nechville
03 May, 2024 by Michael navarro
Very helpful I'm so great full for all there help!
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03 Jun, 2024 by Ronald schreier
I have used the services of Rich Peters and his colleagues for approximately 18 years. He has (1) secured my legal separation and 18 years later the dissolution of the marriage; (2) successfully defended my stepdaughter in a child custody dispute; and (3) set up a legal guardianship for our granddaughter. In all of these cases, he delivered the results that I expected with professionalism and care. He is a good communicator who gave sound legal advice and explanations of what to expect in the execution of these cases. I hope I do not need any future family-related legal services, but if I do, I know who to contact.
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14 Nov, 2023 by Erica luhrs
you still have yet to return my emails - i guess that means you are guilty of being awful lawyers
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07 Nov, 2023 by Erica luhrs
rich peters and his team never fought for me or my family - in fact they were supposed to register a family court order in arizona and never did but still kept collecting my money while arizona NEVER had jurisdiction- a couple of attorneys failed to keep my family safe but the last one Sophia realllllly messed up by not adequately protecting my address from my abuser and stalker - an address that was never meant to be handed over to him - she allowed the judge to mistreat me and did not represent me at all. i even told her things were not being handled properly and she assured me she could do better - she did not. Rich peters has ignored my emails for MONTHS now but still has no problem demanding payment - a payment i will never send - i believe i am owed my money back in FULL - now that you are back in the country mr peters i do expect a reply
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02 Apr, 2024 by Holly bashaw
Carrie is an AMAZING family law attorney! She truly cares about her clients and their cases and she most importantly- she cares about the children that are involved. She and Allison both work extremely hard to fight for what is right. My husband and I very highly recommend Carrie Wilcox- even if your case is complicated. Carrie has excellent communication, consistently provided us her best advice, treated us with respect and always pointed us in the best direction. She’s fantastic!
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16 Jan, 2024 by Matt green
11 May, 2023 by Courtney green
Carrie listens to what your concerns are and helps with getting things done right. Everyone in the office is very helpful. I felt confident going to court with her and she had everything laid out for what needed to be said. She does an amazing job. I highly recommend her.
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12 Aug, 2024 by Quenton williamson
29 Jul, 2024 by Deon rakestraw
There communication skills are the worst I have ever had to deal with. Thet put you on the back burner and it take a act of congress to get a response from them.
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23 Jul, 2024 by Brent
Zara Was really helpful. Very Professional, i was constantly updated with progress on the case. 10/10 would definitely recommend.
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14 Sep, 2017 by Lori
I don't have enough words to explain how wonderful she is. Naturally when you hire a lawyer for family court there's almost always hard feelings, contention and stress. Ms. Seidl was not only my lawyer but she was often my therapist. She's understanding, caring, she listens, and sometimes when you need it, tough love. She will be honest with you, sympathize with you, and will ALWAYS fight for you. Her understanding of family court is unmatched. I owe her my sanity!
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29 Mar, 2017 by Christine
My husband and I retained Carissa to represent us in the case against his ex-wife and while the retainer was on the expensive side, we do not regret it. Carissa is a fabulous attorney and she is amazing at what she does. You can tell she loves her job and really cares about her clients and their families. She was honest with us and told us the "not so ugly truth" sometimes but that is what makes a great attorney. She kept us in the loop and returned our calls and emails (but also did not waste attorney time on unnecessary phone time). Some may say that she (or her law office) is expensive but you get what you pay for. And it was money WELL spent. I would recommend her and Jaburg Wilk to everyone and I have recommended her to friends, just as she was recommended to us by a friend.
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23 Jan, 2017 by Ed
Carissa was recommended to me by a friend. I had never been in court before and the opposing Attorney was pretty vicious. Carissa told me not to get upset, that everything would work out ok for me and that I had a good case. Well she was right all along. Carissa was very fair and straightforward with me regarding all the issues and was very professional and courteous. I couldn't have picked a better attorney.
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01 Feb, 2024 by Anonymous
I was contacted by Olabisi after a mutual friend mentioned her and as I was inquiring about a divorce lawyer. She called me and asked for the details of my situation never once communicating I was getting charged for a weekend call that she initiated sharing her personal and business contact info. At the time of the consultation, I repeatedly asked about her perspective on key figures involved in my case as this would immediately impact whether she would be an advocate and good fit as my attorney or could refer me to a more appropriate representative. She repeatedly dodged the direct inquiry and continued dodging an answer, providing the most circuitous discussion. She directed me to the consultation fee before finally providing me with what I now realize was her intended answer within about 10 minutes of a call. Her answer was worse than expected and she glibly referred me to the payment website that says nonrefundable. IMO her behavior was unethical and predatory. I most likely would never have had a conversation much less a "consultation" had she not been a friend of a good friend and had she not solicited me. BEWARE.
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24 Jul, 2023 by Mj
I had an excellent experience with Onisile Law firm. The supporting staff were kind and compassionate with my case. Ms. Whitney was very prompt and professional and most of all, paid attention to detail which was extremely important to me in my specific case. I highly recommend Onisile Law firm.
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26 Aug, 2022 by Anonymous
Divorce is a hard process to go through and there are always concerns, new questions and thoughts as you go through the process. I felt each question/concern was met with a well thought out answer or insightful follow up questions.
Through the process my situation worked out how I hoped, I wasn't able to be taken advantage of. Based on my experience and outcome I'm very comfortable recommending Bisi and Onisile Law firm for your situation.
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29 Aug, 2018 by Ashley
I hired Tracy Krall after recommendation from receptionist. I read about her online prior to consult and honestly was excited. Repensentation if Modern Law was short as my hearing date was approaching in 30 days. My retainer fee was depleated; which I knew would happen. But there was zero aggressiveness in court. There wasn’t a follow through with questions. I felt Tracy knew extremely little about my case. Her compassion and loyalty wasn’t with me as her client. It was to build repore with the other attorney. Due her excessive social aspect in court talking to the other attorney regarding his lab top etc. I was left with things unsettled in court. Things unanswered. That I myself had to do tons of leg work to simply have what should have been done during a 3 hour hearing that wasn’t. It seems they are more concerned with earning business rather than supporting your case. I personally would have chosen another office. Candice was my paralegal. Although it was a short time she did very well with her responsiveness, compassion and urgency.
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07 Jun, 2018 by Anonymous
From the start Tracy was upfront; honest and incredibly ethical. She was straightforward on how things worked and provided reasonable expectations. IMO the current system is near impossible to survive alone and I have a great deal of respect for those quality lawyers like Tracy working to make a difference and provide the best representation possible for their clients. I hoped for a slightly better outcome, but in all honesty began the process alone without proper legal representation. One word: “don’t”. Also, don’t try to find cases online you think are similar to yours and play connect the dots. She takes each variable into consideration. Every case is different. Going at it alone may limit your options and will not allow her to do the best job possible. She was honest and told me how it was (rose colored glasses not included) and was fair in her pricing. Very pleased!
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05 Aug, 2015 by Tavis
Tracy remained cool and calm under some tough circumstances. The opposing attorney would constantly try to use intimidation but Tracy would have none of it and held her own. Tracy was one person who was able to settle me down and talk through the issues so everything made sense. In the end, the settlement was exactly where I figured it to be and child support was a little less than expected. I would definitely recommend Tracy.
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17 Jun, 2024 by Anonymous
I was referred by a coworker who spoke so highly of Holly. In retaining her, I experienced lack of preparedness, communication and organization. It wasn’t until after numerous threats to terminate her as my counsel that she finally began to “work.” I’ve gone through a lot financially due to my separation from my STBX and she couldn’t care less as she was financially draining just as much, if not more than he was. She is absolutely horrible and lacks professionalism, tact, and a sense of compassion with clients. To have spent $2200 out of a $5000 retainer, she’s lazy and incompetent. She doesn’t communicate effectively and only does so through email in order to nickel and dime you for things you’ve already provided to her in a previous consultation via phone.
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15 Feb, 2024 by Karen
Holly was a Godsend. She was straightforward about her fees and honest about her expectations with my case. Her knowledge and tenacity brought a satisfactory conclusion to my divorce case. The thing that really stands out about Holly is that beyond being highly competent, she cares. She carried me through a two year ordeal with grace and dignity, competence and care.
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18 Jul, 2023 by Antoniette
Holly has been a true life saver. I have been struggling with a high conflict custody situation and I can not express how grateful I am for Ms. Holly. She is a true fighter and knows her stuff. I honestly don’t know what I would do without her help. She is highly recommended in my book!
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02 Oct, 2020 by Melody
Tom saved my life and protected myself and my child. HE IS THE BEST! It was my first time fighting in court. I was scared and lost. Tom gave good support and straight forward directions. The only thing I had a problem with is his response time back to me sometimes. Later learning it was my impatience. Also to save me money and both of us from nonsense time. Due to me over asking questions stemming from fear and anxiety. Questions that were answered in dew time. We were up against another tough lawyer. Tom stood strong, tough, firm, honest and confident. When I thought Tom was quiet in his responses to me. He truly was hearing me. When it came to time in court. Those little concerns were blasted right back at apposing council. Ammo I didn't even expect due to my naiveness. He fought toughly for me 100%. I received everything I was asking for, with a few compromises. He worked with me on payments that I could afford. I would highly recommend Tom and would use him again! He truly saved mine and my child's life! Thank you Tom!
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09 Jul, 2019 by Jenny
I had Tom to represent my case during my complicated divorce and child custody. My case lasted longer than expected. He explained to me the family law clearly and he understood my situation. As I went through my divorce, I had tendencies to become subjective and wished the law could grant everything I desired. Tom was very objective in discussing to me what is possible and not possible according to the law. I went through with the process of my divorce not with a very clear understanding of what I can have and what I can not have and Tom was always there to explain to me whys of the process. He was very clear to explain to me that there was no guarantee that I will get what I wanted but the guarantee was he would do his best to get me and my son what is fair and he DID. My divorce and my child custody was done and I did not get what I wanted but I did have what is fair. I also had a clear understanding of why things work that way because Tom had educated me along the process. During the process, I also felt that I had somebody who truly care and would always be there to defend me and my son from the abuses. In the manner of communication, we did everything through email and only very minimal phone calls. However, I never felt that Tom and Tawsha missed to communicate with me. There was always an effective communication and when I was confused, I just sent an email and even if he was in vacation, I always got the answers from Tom or from his paralegal. I am forever grateful to Tom and Tawsha for guiding, educating and walking me through that very difficult and complicated process. I highly recommend Tom because he is the type of a lawyer who is very straight forward and realistic about his cases.
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03 Sep, 2018 by Wendy
Thomas Alongi is a complete professional who is brilliant in his understanding and interpretation of family law. I came to him in a desperate state where a previous attorney had completely botched my case by untimely filings. My first encounter with Tom’s firm was a very compassionate and understanding conversation with his assistant/paralegal Tawsha.
My case was complicated . I hired The Alongi firm at the eleventh hour. Tom was able to dissect and reconstruct years of information and get positive results in a short week. He kept me and my children safe from domestic violence and completely turned my nightmare situation into the results I desired. He and his staff have a deep and profound understanding of domestic violence and the Law.
I could only say that my children’s lives and mine were protected through the courts only because of Tom Alongi’s just and fair way of dealing with a very complicated court system.
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15 May, 2020 by Jeff
Gloria has a great personality but she is no-nonsense in the courtroom, and very efficient. She achieved a great result for me and in doing so was always mindful of the expense. I highly recommend Gloria!
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11 Feb, 2019 by Anonymous
I am currently a client with Gloria. I have a tough crooked opposing counsel who is a bully as described by many attorneys. That OC just tries to linger cases to make more money off of her clients. I filed a year ago with almost no progress in the disclosures. I am happy that I switched to Gloria after I used two attorneys who failed to adequately fight for my rights. The prior attorneys were NOT very knowledgeable of the laws and the loopholes that the OC was using to linger the process. Gloria’s knowledge and expertise are shown in several ways. In spite how busy she is, She EFFICIENTLY AND THOROUGHLY reviewed my case and was immediately able to spot many loopholes and immediately address them. She contacts the OC demanding them to abide by the court orders, something that my prior attorney has rarely done. She educates me about my rights and responsibilities to better defend my case. She has already done a lot of progress on my behalf although I have been with her for only 2 months (including Christmas Holidays). She is calm when I am emotionally stressed because of how my previous attorneys dalayed my case with their lack of expertise. She also knows that I am very tight on budget, so I believe she is NOT greedy. She is trying to use the money wisely and work with you.
What’s funny is that I was referred to her by her previous opponents from other cases!!! They said she is a powerful legal fighter!!
I was always advised to be with an attorney that I can trust and be comfortable with. I used to ask how I can attain that if I’m not acquainted with the law and can not tell if that’s law or the lawyer lacks the knowledge. But now that I have Gloria, I can tell what that means. I really trust her.
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07 Oct, 2017 by Anonymous
My son and I scheduled a consult with Ms. Cales and were very impressed with the entire experience. It started with a very professional and friendly front office and continued with a consult with Gloria. Ms. Cales was very knowledgeable and got right to the point of our questions and concerns. We left her office feeling confident that she was the right attorney for our situation.
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10 Nov, 2015 by Trisha
Tabitha is an outstanding attorney! She is professional, knowledgable and very timely on her follow up. I felt relieved to have her support and expertise during this challenging situation. I would highly recommend Tabitha for any legal matters you need assistance on. She provides you with all the information and knowledge you need to close out your divorce/custody matters. In addition, her Sheri, her legal assistant, was phenomenal! Excellent follow up and communication skills. If you have to go through a divorce issue, Tabitha is an expert and will take great care of you.
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09 Jun, 2015 by Anonymous
Tabitha is a great attorney. She was caring and responsive when I needed her. I would definitely recommend her to anyone contemplating a divorce!
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09 Jun, 2015 by Bob
Ms. Jecmen was extremely helpful with my case. I had two attorneys prior and the overall experience left me wondering why I needed representation. She is extremely knowledgable and her advice has restored my confidence in the family court system.......if only she were a judge.
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21 Mar, 2012 by Anonymous
Tadd did an amazing job with my divorce. He was nearly always available when I called, though I tried not to call more than necessary. he was pricey, but worth every penny and very fair in his billing. Todd is ethical and encourages parties to settle amicably, but will be there when you need him for "battle."
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29 Aug, 2007 by Anonymous
I hired Franks to recover quite a bit of property that someone else--let's call him T--was holding and refused to return. The most important stuff T had were my career documents--resumes, letters of recommendation, etc.--all the materials I needed to restart my career after some personal problems. Franks has a reputation as a ferocious bulldog of a divorce lawyer, and in our opening discussion, he analyzed the situation very quickly and came up with an excellent strategy. I was thrilled.
Then nothing happened. I called: the staff said, "Mr. Franks is not available." Prospective employers were becoming interested in me, but what could I do with no recommendations, no transcripts, no credentials? I kept calling. "Sorry, Mr. Franks is unavailable." Finally, I said I would go to the Arizona Bar Ethics Board unless I got some response, some action, something--out of this guy. Guess what? He took my call. It turned out he had been out of the office for ten days visiting a sick friend. Okay, fine, but why did no one tell me *why* Franks had been unavailable? I would have understood. Franks yelled at me about how how insensitive I had been. Okay, fine. I was insensitive. So then I waited for him to get to my case.
Then the doing-nothing started again. Days passed. More days. Prospective employers were giving jobs to other people who had their documents. More days. "Mr. Franks is unavailable." Usually that means, "The lawyer doesn't want to talk to you now." I got that line for another week. Finally, by some miracle, a staffer said, "Well, Mr. Franks will deal with your case right away after he gets back from vacation."
Vacation? He had not said anything about this. No staffer had informed me. I just assumed he was ducking my calls. In all, THREE weeks passed (and who knows how many jobs) while Franks pulled his mystery disappearing acts. It would have been one thing had a secretary said, "Mr. Franks is visiting a sick friend, and I expect him in the office on the tenth. Why don't you call then?" But I just kept getting the broken record about his being unavailable. The same with the vacation. Nobody told me anything, and I assumed, rationally, that he was, again, delaying dealing with my case. I've worked with a lot of lawyers, and am trained as a lawyer myself, though I now work in a different field. I understand that lawyers often do nothing for quite a long time, then solve everything in one two-hour phone call with the lawyer for the other side. Franks's multiple absences from work would have been fine if I had been told where he was and when I could expect him back. Instead, I just watched job after job fly by me with not a clue about where he was.
This behavior is unethical. No wonder the lawyer I got to replace him called him a "s****ball." It's really too bad. I think he would have been very effective. But you just can't keep clients in the dark like that. A lawyer who behaves that way, even once, to even one client, makes him inherently untrustworthy. I don't care about his wonderful reputation for effectiveness. Franks was totally ineffective for me, because he just *wasn't there* for three weeks straight. If you have clairvoyance or ESP, maybe he might be a good lawyer for you.
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06 Jun, 2018 by James
Deborah Levine help me through a very difficult divorce very understanding very sympathetic and was there whenever I needed her to make sure things was going good I would recommend her because she's a people person
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02 Jun, 2020 by Judy abel
Snobs! They don't take cases they have to work at.
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19 Apr, 2019 by K stanisch
The law offices of Ray Slomski were outstanding in helping us get the only kind of justice we could for our daughter, who was severely injured due to medical malpractice. Ray fought hard for our daughter and kept her in mind in every action and word he spoke. Ray, Patti, Deana, Bucky, Adam and the rest of the team treated us with the utmost respect, and they treated our daughter so kindly. The entire team started to feel like family and I know we will always stay in touch with them. They provided us with the peace of mind knowing our daughter will have what she needs as she grows. They genuinely care and will fight for what you deserve, demonstrating patience and perseverance to fight the long fight for the families they represent. They have a passion to help families and it shows every day. I had complete trust and confidence in their abilities and they continually reinforced that trust through their actions. I would recommend this law firm to all who are seeking justice for medical injuries. You will not find a better, more caring or more honest team.
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10 Apr, 2019 by Sean coleman
Everyone in this office made all of us feel like we were family. Kept in constant communication with us about all aspects of our case as well as what was the best course of action. If you want a tough, fair and HONEST attorney who will have your best interest at heart Raymond J. Slomski and his office is the perfect choice. They changed my families life forever!!
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03 Jun, 2024 by Ronald schreier
I have used the services of Rich Peters and his colleagues for approximately 18 years. He has (1) secured my legal separation and 18 years later the dissolution of the marriage; (2) successfully defended my stepdaughter in a child custody dispute; and (3) set up a legal guardianship for our granddaughter. In all of these cases, he delivered the results that I expected with professionalism and care. He is a good communicator who gave sound legal advice and explanations of what to expect in the execution of these cases. I hope I do not need any future family-related legal services, but if I do, I know who to contact.
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14 Nov, 2023 by Erica luhrs
you still have yet to return my emails - i guess that means you are guilty of being awful lawyers
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07 Nov, 2023 by Erica luhrs
rich peters and his team never fought for me or my family - in fact they were supposed to register a family court order in arizona and never did but still kept collecting my money while arizona NEVER had jurisdiction- a couple of attorneys failed to keep my family safe but the last one Sophia realllllly messed up by not adequately protecting my address from my abuser and stalker - an address that was never meant to be handed over to him - she allowed the judge to mistreat me and did not represent me at all. i even told her things were not being handled properly and she assured me she could do better - she did not. Rich peters has ignored my emails for MONTHS now but still has no problem demanding payment - a payment i will never send - i believe i am owed my money back in FULL - now that you are back in the country mr peters i do expect a reply
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09 Aug, 2024 by Amy richardson
I cannot begin to thank this firm enough for excellent representation in my divorce. They are caring, compassionate, capable, and professional, while not charging and arm and a leg for their services. We were able to work amicably with the attorney on the other Sid and get our divorce settled as painlessly as possible in this situation. It was very evident that they care very deeply about their clients. Thank you again!
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27 Jun, 2024 by Martha irimiciuc
Not a good lawyer.
My response: I understand what you are saying. I understand how the law works. My review is based on morals and common respect, in which I felt lacked from Dori. While her team was friendly, she could not act the least bit interested in anything not pertaining to her. The amount of money she “took” and how minimum she did, …..or rather didn’t do—-made it impossible to ignore the injustice. It also made me see how easy representing yourself is, which I did -& won. So for this is the sole reason, I stand with my review. Thank you for replying.
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06 Jun, 2024 by Craig laverdiere
Carrie Cravatta is unethical, lazy, will show up to appointments unprepared, cares more about discussing her vacations (European vacations, cruises) than discussing your case. She will take your money, tell you all the things she will do, ultimately not doing them leaving you wondering what it is she did. Run away, this woman is a wrecking ball and will make your life worse off.
Follow up. Per the request of Carrie’s partners I reached out to discuss my concerns and the basis for my negative review. We spoke for roughly an hour and a half (lots to discuss!) That was weeks ago we spoke, appears the call was nothing more than a dog and pony show, I have heard nothing further, this law group likely continues their unethical, lazy, criminal like activities. Carrie’s partners should fire her so they don’t wreck what the partners are building, it shows a lot about this group that she is still employed and a partner.
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14 Oct, 2024 by Ashley martinez
Very professional and knowledgeable. Everyone in the office is so nice and helpful. Definitely recommend!
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11 Oct, 2024 by Marco sanchez
Awesome service I recommend anyone
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08 Aug, 2024 by 1421yessenia
My husband used Daniel and he helped him so much. He supported and answered all the questions we had along the way and was very patient. Thank you so much for your help
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09 Aug, 2024 by Amy richardson
I cannot begin to thank this firm enough for excellent representation in my divorce. They are caring, compassionate, capable, and professional, while not charging and arm and a leg for their services. We were able to work amicably with the attorney on the other Sid and get our divorce settled as painlessly as possible in this situation. It was very evident that they care very deeply about their clients. Thank you again!
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27 Jun, 2024 by Martha irimiciuc
Not a good lawyer.
My response: I understand what you are saying. I understand how the law works. My review is based on morals and common respect, in which I felt lacked from Dori. While her team was friendly, she could not act the least bit interested in anything not pertaining to her. The amount of money she “took” and how minimum she did, …..or rather didn’t do—-made it impossible to ignore the injustice. It also made me see how easy representing yourself is, which I did -& won. So for this is the sole reason, I stand with my review. Thank you for replying.
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06 Jun, 2024 by Craig laverdiere
Carrie Cravatta is unethical, lazy, will show up to appointments unprepared, cares more about discussing her vacations (European vacations, cruises) than discussing your case. She will take your money, tell you all the things she will do, ultimately not doing them leaving you wondering what it is she did. Run away, this woman is a wrecking ball and will make your life worse off.
Follow up. Per the request of Carrie’s partners I reached out to discuss my concerns and the basis for my negative review. We spoke for roughly an hour and a half (lots to discuss!) That was weeks ago we spoke, appears the call was nothing more than a dog and pony show, I have heard nothing further, this law group likely continues their unethical, lazy, criminal like activities. Carrie’s partners should fire her so they don’t wreck what the partners are building, it shows a lot about this group that she is still employed and a partner.
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01 Jul, 2018 by Anonymous
hired nicole in early 2014 when she was at cantor. in hindsight, i can tell she just wanted to get through my probably routine case. i was looking for someone who would watch out for my best interest. the decree was poorly written, got no dog on my weekends, limited time with kids and no real guidance from nicole. would recommend owens if you want lawyers who care about fathers right.
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22 Mar, 2017 by Elizabeth hughes
Her exact words when I paid my $5500 deposit, "Your husband wants to f--- you hard on the way out." She personally humiliated me and her staff discouraged me from moving on to healthy relationships with wealthy men. She forgot to put me on "hold" once and I heard her and her assistants complaining that I was moving on with men who had high net-worth and referring to me, effectively (paraphrasing) as a "Barbie Girl." Stearns is evil.
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28 Sep, 2016 by Anonymous
I hired Nicole when she was at Cantor Law to complete the work on my divorce that I'd started with another law firm. She 'inherited' a difficult situation because of the ineptitude of the previous said law firm during a settlement conference.
She handled all my affairs professionally, she was concise, timely and always kept me up to date with my situation. It's unfortunate that she did not handle my divorce from the beginning; had she done so I'm sure the outcome would have been much more satisfactory.
I would highly recommend Nicole for any family law work.
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04 Feb, 2019 by Ben bethel
They'll only take your money...
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04 Feb, 2015 by Patrick
I engaged Jensen & Gordon in 2013 to handle my divorce. I chose them from four firms I interviewed, and I've never been disappointed that I decided to go with Tracy and her team. My case would be considered challenging by most lawyers, but Tracy handled everything very professionally. She was always responsive, and would take the time to listen to what I had to say, instead of making assumptions. She always had solid advice on how to proceed and I was pleased with the outcome of my case.
I have told several individuals of how pleased I was with the service that I received, and that has led to them forwarding Tracy's name on when they knew of someone also in need of a family lawyer. I would definitely recommend Jensen & Gordon for anyone going through a divorce.
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11 Mar, 2014 by Bud
I retained Jensen and Gordon in 2011 because my wife wanted a divorce and was being completely unreasonable. The community net worth was not in the millions of dollars. Bob and Tracy told me in our initial consultation what they expected would have to done to get a reasonable settlement - and Tracy did a stellar job of achieving that settlement at a reasonable cost. A further complication was that I endured a life threatening illness during the course of the proceedings but they fully accommodated me during that period.
Tracy, Bob, and the entire office staff, was always aware of my situation and did an excellent job of dealing with the case in a fully professional manner. I've previously dealt with counsel on numerous occasions, in other venues, during my career and as compared to other firms, Jensen and Gordon is an excellent firm with excellent people.
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27 Oct, 2013 by Anonymous
Tracy will pretend to be all for you to your face and then ignore you once you leave her office. I consulted with her and she was great while I was in her office paying her consultation fee but once I called her back to ask some additional questions (which by the way she told me to do before I left) she ignored me and would not return my phone calls. I had to talk to the receptionist, who by the way is very rude and unpleasant to talk to. She bragged about a few high profile clients of the firm and apparently unless you're high profile expect to get ignored and treated very rudely.
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12 Apr, 2015 by Anonymous
Let me begin by saying that Andrea is the most unethical and unprofessional attorney I have met. She should be embarrassed by her lack of ethics and her desire to fuel fires and increase litigation for her own delight and to satisfy financial desires. She consistently allows clients to miss court ordered deadlines, sends threatening emails and letters to opposing counsel with no evidence or support for her false claims, and fails to review information necessary to settle a case. She comes unprepared to court meetings and settlement conferences and uses up the resources and time of the judge, mediator, and opposing party because she has not done her work prior. Andrea allows her clients to manipulate and control every situation and doesn't bother to look into the validity of what she hears. In an attempt to cover up her inability to get clients to cooperate with deadlines, she wastes time and resources by repeatedly asking for things that were previously given to her. Her office is unorganized and creates a mess for anyone working with her. Her work ethic and inability to stay neutral and settle a case is despicable.
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22 Feb, 2010 by Anonymous
I had already had a consultation with Ms. Lawrence and she knew my case. My husband got violent with me. I called her from work hysterical. She helped me get an order of protection immediately. She rearranged her schedule and met me at the court and stayed with me until my family could make arrangements to help me leave the house safely with my children.
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22 Feb, 2010 by Amy rybinski
Mrs. Lawrence was everything I needed and more. She was experienced and to the point. She and her assistant kept me up to date and informed of what to expect and what was happening during my divorce. She was understanding and listened when I needed to talk. She fought for my children and my best interests. Mrs. Lawrence also was real with me. If I was trying to ask for something unrealistic she told me the odds or what she would recommend but she let me be in charge of how I wanted to pursue my divorce. I am very grateful to Mrs. Lawrence and her firm. She did not run up a huge unnecessary bill for me and kept me out of court as much as possible so I did not miss work and was able to be with my 2 young boys who needed me during this unnerving time in our lives. I am very satisfied with my divorce. I would use her in the future and would highly recommend her. Divorce is something very hard to do - I was not alone with her.
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02 Mar, 2024 by Amanasere
This alleged atty filed a false death claim on my son.
After months of providing proof of my son #1 being married, #2 having a child, son's divorce decree, and copies of the above, he illegally gave those to his client, ROLAND H DECESARE
All correspondence was labeled private, do NOT disburse, for official/legal us only.
My son's ex wife was notified by a JAG, judge advocate general, she had a law suit, she denied prosecution of this alleged member of the AZ bar. Both my son and his ex wife, United States Marines. TOTAL disrespect for the military and their families.
When asked, who filed the death claim, he told me that Dan's sister, Michelle and and her husband, Matthew Robinson, also a United States Marine. We did nothing to endanger his military career. Now that Matthew is retired, future clients need to be warned of his alleged if not illegal, and unprofessional behavior. Especially of the military and military families.
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25 Mar, 2020 by Kevin
Me Feola represented me for. Couple matters and had been an amazing attorney and very professional there was a moment in my matters that incurred extra work that he did out of kindness and don’t even ask me for the extra hours he is very kind very honest and has great values Steve thanks for all you did
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28 Apr, 2011 by Anonymous
I would recommend this lawyer, in my book he is 2nd to none. He kept me informed with the slightest of detail he thought may be important. Not only was he soft spoken but when the fight in him needed to be there he came out on top. Completely recommend if your looking for a detail agressive lawyer!
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18 Feb, 2016 by Justin
Do not know what else to say. Went through an approximately 3 year adoption/custody battle. Amy was not the only lawyer I met with prior to hiring her. Once I met her I knew she was the one to hire. At all times during this case, she was professional, expedient, and supportive. The opposing counsel tried everything possible with tons of motions. With each new motion a new plan devised and executed. My family and I could not be happier or more satisfied. I highly recommend her and would use her again. Thank you Amy Olthouse-Duenas.
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03 Aug, 2015 by Margaret
I hired Amy after my now ex-husband filed for divorce, based on a reference from a friend of mine who is also an attorney. My ex-husband was extremely difficult throughout the entire process, causing me great anxiety, but Amy exhibited a great deal of professionalism throughout the entire process. While many attorneys would get frustrated and prefer to tell you what to do, Amy was great at listening to my concerns & questions and even had feedback when I had suggestions in my case. She has been handling these types of cases for quite some time and her ability to understand idiosyncrasies in the other party was key in the settlement of my case, which was in my favor.
I highly recommend Terry Fong Law Group, but more specifically, Amy Olthouse Duenas. Her prices are fair and the quality of work was exceptional. Not only is she a great lawyer but she is truly a wonderful person.
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25 Jul, 2015 by Amy
I'm not sure what the negative reviews on this site are about, but I have had Mrs. Olthouse Duenas as a lawyer on my family law case for the last 2 years. My ex is constantly cooking up one excuse or another to drag us back to court, and Amy is always quickly prepared to counter his argument. I have recommended several friends to her, and will continue to do so. She has been equally as professional, prepared and exceptional for the work done for them.
Amy's fees are in line with any attorney worth your time. If you are looking for bargain basement representation, prepared to get bargain basement results. Anytime I have had a question or needed clarification about an upcoming hearing or document from the court, I have received a timely response from both Amy and her staff.
You will do well to hire her for any family law case.
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03 Oct, 2023 by Daniel
I had a very contentious divorce and heated child custody battle. Mr. Poulos helped me prevail over the muck the ex was alleging against me. My experience with Mr. Poulos was he is very matter of fact and does not give in to the divorce drama. This helped me keep calm. He helped me understand the intricacies of the divorce process so I knew what I could expect. Sometimes it seemed prophetic to see what he told me before come to pass as the dissolution progressed. Although sometimes I felt like more action was needed on his part to litigate the issues, he was deliberate and detail oriented in following court rules and procedures to avoid muddying the waters of the conflict. Mr. Poulos helped me restore and save my parental rights, keep property and maintain reasonableness. After a long and nasty divorce, the court awarded the majority of what I wanted. I offer my sincere appreciation and thanks to Mr. Poulos's help.
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01 Jun, 2021 by Anonymous
Average attorney churned out by ASU. Can't think outside the box, not very smart, but really good at keeping the meter running, like the majority of attorneys.
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28 Dec, 2017 by Anonymous
I hired Alex Poulos to be my attorney and he he took my retainer and then quit when he realized I didn't have a shot at getting a lot of money. I was dumbfounded and left at a severe disadvantage. He also knew that the retainer that I had given him was all the money that I had. Pretty heartless. Hire at your own risk.
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10 Nov, 2021 by Anonymous
My experience with Allyson s very similar to the other reviews here. When she found out who the judge in my case was going to be she said she was a wild card and spoke very negatively of her. Allyson then spent all of her time telling me to settle, but never spent any time looking at the financials of my divorce to come up with a reasonable offer. I finally came to my senses and hired a new attorney and it is refreshing to work with an attorney that cares about my case.
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29 May, 2021 by Scott
I recently worked with Allyson Del Vecchio, I couldn’t have asked for a better lawyer. She is responsive, respectful, and extremely knowledgeable. I hope I never have to get divorced again but if I do she’ll be my counsel. We definitely had some hurdles in dealing with an unresponsive, unrealistic, and quite frankly terrible opposing counsel but she helped me remain focused on the end result. I would highly recommend Allyson.
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22 Apr, 2021 by Anonymous
I hired Allyson to make sure that I did not lose custody of my son. She talked a big game in the beginning and it looked promising. I paid way too much money and things were supposed to happen before the trial. Instead several things that she said she would do, never happened. I ended up giving my ex husband ninety percent custody and paying child support. Neither was necessary. In four months time some of this should have been resolved. I paid a lot of money for her, only for my ex husband to make me look bad when I did nothing wrong. Plus I had been with my son since he was born, never asked for child support, and supported him on my own.
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02 Sep, 2024 by Anonymous
I wish I had read the reviews prior to accepting her as my attorney. Do not make the same mistake. I had a similar instance where Diaz was not responding to correspondence in a timely manner and not forwarding communication to review. Very unprofessional during and even after. My case was irreparably affected and not only am I in debt, my child will live with the consequences for the rest of her life. Worst family attorney ever. She should really take a step back from taking on clients when she knows she’s not capable of properly representing them. Judges know her and do not take her seriously!!
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07 Jul, 2021 by Nancy
The information provided from the lawyer was very helpful to better understand the case and prepare myself.
For my first time, I couldn't have asked for a better lawyer.
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12 Jun, 2021 by Anonymous
If you don't hire this Attorney you are crazy, She will only follow the law and will not blow smoke up your ....... The law is the law and she will not tell you you're going to win just to get hired. If you don't win your case, you probably didn't have a case in the first place.
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19 May, 2017 by Liane tomlinson
My ex and I agreed to use Annette Burns as a parenting coordinator in our family court case, so this review is limited to that role. In a nutshell, she was terrible! I found her judgment, dedication and thoroughness before making decisions to be lacking. The best testament I can give to the quality of her work is the fact that out of the four total recommendations she submitted in our case, THREE of them were overturned by the judge. Buyer beware: The rules in AZ have changed that give parenting coordinators the power to make decisions on behalf of your case without the ability to appeal to a judge. Having a judge that gave our case the appropriate attention and deliberation it deserved was the only saving grace for our family.
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09 Nov, 2016 by Anonymous
Annette appeared welcoming and kind at first meetings; however, as time went on it became more and more apparent that she had little interest in my case and more interest in making sure I paid my invoice on time. She did not return emails or phone calls in a timely manor unless it was related to billing. She rarely assisted me in my case but continued to charge me large amounts. I would definitely use caution when using Annette and recommend looking elsewhere.
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20 Jul, 2014 by Kidsfirst
I would recommend her. I believe she knows her stuff - she's been doing this for awhile and was able to help me and my ex-husband think outside the box for solutions.
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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.
