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19 Mar, 2024 by Jesuslovesme10
This is my attorney that is currently working on my case with domestic issues. He has been thorough and very informative. Always on time. I am very blessed to have him as my attorney.
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10 Jul, 2023 by Cindy
I was appointed Carl though legal aid of western Ohio around September or October 2022. He not only got my 2 children who live with me and I a little piece of mind/sense of safety for the next 5 years around March or April 2028!
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01 Feb, 2019 by Lee
An amazing lawyer. Hired for a family law case. Michele worked very hard and kept me in the loop at all times. Extremely professional and able to take control of the situation. I would hire again in a heartbeat! I cannot say enough good things. Highly recommended!!!!
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12 Sep, 2024 by Heather houmard
Answered all my questions, incredibly helpful
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18 Apr, 2024 by Margaret faria
28 Feb, 2024 by Rebecca mardis
I will thank Peter McGory in person 1 day soon!...this man walked me through a difficult probate situation in Huron co ( via phone) several times he explained what I could do @ ea. step & always said ' be sure & call me back if you need anything more' Never charged me a cent! Thank you Peter McGory for all your help!
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20 Jul, 2024 by Christy childers
Florence Murray is a passionate advocate for her clients. She is an incredible attorney who generously gives back to the legal community through sharing her wisdom and expertise. I highly recommend her and her firm for any injury case, especially a trucking case as she even drives semi trucks! She will add value to your case.
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18 Jan, 2024 by Marvin vaughn
15 Dec, 2023 by Mat tyler
Contacted Mr. Jim Murray upon recommendation and it turned out to be the best decision. They resolved an impossible case, gave great advice and counsel. Hopefully won’t need them again but won’t hesitate if I need to! 15/10 stars!
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23 Jul, 2024 by Krinna baskaran
Doesnt always answer phone calls, and doesnt have an email address.
SELL OUT!!!
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23 Sep, 2023 by James sampson jr
22 Jul, 2023 by Robert lain
Ben went above and beyond. He truly takes pride in his job. I wouldn't second guess calling him for any legal issues you may have come across. Very responsive and keeps you in the know without having to ask. He really gives you light in dark times!
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01 Feb, 2024 by Jacob bacci (adrennec wolf)
Unable to get her help but she was polite and upfront over the phone while listening to me.
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30 Jul, 2023 by John steady
31 May, 2023 by Wayne miner
Michele is an amazing attorney and a great person to have on your side. She looks out for you and your best interests. Michele listens and understands her clients and she gets things done. She is quick witted and in the courtroom, hands down. She is who you want sitting next to you , because she doesn’t stand down. Michele is the real deal, great person and attorney. My partner and I are both beyond satisfied with her. We highly recommend her.
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04 Aug, 2024 by Nathan polak
I rarely write reviews, but when a lawyer like Scott Perlmuter goes above and beyond in representing his client, a review is warranted. Professional, attentive, and very skilled, Scott and his team helped resolve my case quickly and with very satisfactory results. If you're ever in need of a lawyer, seek out Tittle & Perlmuter and know you're in good hands.
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26 Nov, 2023 by John steady
Not an advocate home town boy wastes time.
Save your money represent yourself.
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11 Sep, 2023 by Kristen stock
Absolutely above & beyond service with nothing but my best interest at heart! Very thorough and honest. The office even sent me flowers after a major surgery from the injuries from my car accident. That speaks volumes on their character! All of the office staff are equally as kind & helpful. If you want a compassionate, personable, lawyer who is willing to be unrelenting, then Tittle & Perlmuter is who I recommend. Allen really does put his heart into his clients well-being and getting them the justice they deserve!
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19 Sep, 2022 by Cl
I hired John to represent me for a serious speeding case, where I was also charged with reckless operation, in a well-known speed trap town in the greater Cleveland area. Immediately, he asked me important questions about my case, and provided me with short but succinct answers to questions I had during the process. The reckless was dismissed and the speed dropped to a zero-point violation. Definitely a well-done clean up of this case!
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15 Sep, 2022 by Anonymous
John, did an amazing job. I'm from Southern Ohio. I tried finding a lawyer to take my case and no one wanted to in my hometown. I reached out 40miles and door after door closed. I found John through my mother. Not only did John take my case. He knew the law firm I was having problems with. I wrote down three things that I wanted. He got me them all. He save me alot of money and he was fast doing it. Definitely the best lawyer I ever had to work with. A++
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29 Aug, 2022 by Justin
John handled my divorce and got me a great settlement. He got me shared parenting and a very large monthly alimony payment. I will certainly give him a call if I ever need another lawyer.
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03 Mar, 2023 by Kathleen hammond
John Ball is one of the nicest people that I have ever met.
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11 Feb, 2023 by Mary lou gross
05 Jan, 2023 by Lisa brownell
Started a request for John and team to pursue collection from a customer back in 11/2021. Apparently John gave our case to another team member, Justin Harris, to handle. After NUMEROUS requests for updates, finally the owner of our company thought it best to pursue another atty to handle. John apologized but it would have been nice to have had professional dialogue if they truly didn't want to handle our request and to have a year go by with absolutley no resolve. Maybe they just have too much work or collecting $31,000 wasn't a priority. Owner has used him in past, I would say vet before using.
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25 Jul, 2024 by Tammie nichols
So far,I am pleased.
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15 Jul, 2024 by George rubel
06 Jul, 2024 by Emily ringer
27 Dec, 2013 by John
Paulette is not only a very knowledgable attorney, but a very ethical one as well. She stopped my ex-spouse from winning full custody in a post divorce decree case. Paulette was able to expose the lies and fabrications being used against me by my former spouse and her attorney. Paulette fought hard for over a year on this case, without fail. She is smart, tough, yet fair. I would recommend her to anyone, especially if they are involved in a custody battle. She always seemed to put my children first and genuinely care about them.
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16 Feb, 2013 by Anonymous
This lawyer and prior Lorain County judge in domestic court has no problem lying in court, to clients, and to opposing attorneys and using her prior connections to get what she wants, which is not always best for her clients. She drags her feet on important filings and continuously threatens opposing parties with having to pay her client's attorney fees if they do not respond the way she wants them to. I would have been better off doing the work myself and am embarassed that I ever hired her. Do not hire Paulette Lilly.
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07 Jan, 2024 by Kevin
She will tell you the right things at your consultation and get you to hire her. But once you do there is absolutely no effort what so ever put in by Gina to do anything. You truly would be better off just fighting your case yourself. I've had several of lawyers in my lifetime and Gina gets the award of worst lawyer ever.
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04 Jan, 2024 by Johni
If you require an attorney who doesn’t care about you or the outcome of your case, Gina is the attorney for you!!
How she was voted ‘Best Attorney in Sandusky’ 3 years in a row is beyond me. She is clearly only in it for the paycheck. I filed for divorce in May of 2023 and am still waiting for it to get finalized. I waited around all summer for her to do something and the only things that were accomplished were 2 temporary orders. And those were only established because of my ex’s attorney so he could get visitation or more time with our children. Gina couldn’t even get a temporary child support order established for me. She let my ex’s attorney (who had only been an attorney for 6 months at the time) walk all over her. We never even had a 4-way meeting to try to settle everything. What a joke!
Before our second temporary order was established, I made it very clear to Gina that I would never agree to give my ex every weekend during the school year (which is what he was asking for), as that is the only quality time my family and I get with my children. I don’t even think that she relayed that to the magistrate because the order that he proposed was completely asinine and I ended up having to give up part of my weekends to my ex. I was never in the room when she spoke to the magistrate and my ex’s attorney, so I just had to blindly trust that she was advocating for me the way I needed her to, but something about her just made me feel very uneasy and I always had this horrible gut feeling that she wasn’t really fighting for me.
Her communication is subpar as well. I would send email after email and they would all go unanswered for weeks. I would call her office after not hearing from her for weeks on end, only to get attitude from her assistant. I also made it very clear to Gina that this entire process and her communication was very unnerving for me, yet she did nothing but tell me what I wanted to hear with no follow-through.
I finally decided to hire a new attorney at the beginning of December 2023, which most can imagine how frustrating that is since I had to pay another retainer, but it was necessary. After hiring this new attorney, I decided to look at Gina’s reviews online and that’s when I realized there were several others that had the same experience with Gina, and also decided to get rid of her and hire a new attorney halfway through their case.
Do not hire her. She does not care about anybody but herself. She will drag out the entire process for you and drain you financially. She should be disbarred!!
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22 Nov, 2023 by Jessica
Highly do NOT recommend Gina for any services. She did not have the time to dedicate to my case and I’m sure many others as I have started to hear this is common with her. Many emails and phone calls would go unreturned. When we did speak about my case it was as if she had zero knowledge of the details we previously spoke about. Her turn around time on documents is unacceptable as it would take her weeks to over a month to send documents to me for approval. She is not honest about her timeline with paperwork. She wants to make it sound like her/her staff will start working on your paperwork right away and you’ll have paperwork in a couple weeks, clearly not the case. I ended up firing her and retaining another attorney. Save your time and money.
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22 May, 2019 by Tom miller
Hired this lawyer before. Messages never got returned even when they said they would, stack of phone riminders on messy desk, very unorganized office, paralegal lady there thinks she is hot stuff. Needed legal help and still no answer from them even after 3 weeks. Have to answer summons for myself even after paying this dude. Go elsewhere, dont do business here. Grade F
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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.
