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26 Dec, 2024 by Malynna
my parents hired heidi as a parent coordinator for their extremely messy divorce. all i can say is that she completely made my mental health worse and has been the reason behind the divorce getting messier than it was. this has been going on two years; and heidi being hired caused more problems. If you want your kids to talk to you when you’re older i would not hire her.
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26 Nov, 2024 by Mark n
At the most stressful time of my life, Heidi Lepp took the pain away!! She and her assistant Lorren Rago made the process less stressful with a great outcome in the end. Extremely smart and hardworking women. Heidi will step up to the plate and knock the ball out of the park. She will fight to the end and get the job done. Hats off to both of these woman. It was a pleasure having both of them by my side!!
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09 Oct, 2024 by David whitlock
I retained Heidi Ann Lepp to represent me for a child support suit. She was clear and direct with my issues and explained the law to me in ways I could understand. Heidi was very prompt and professional when communicating with me. I highly recommend her to anyone who needs representation.
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26 Nov, 2024 by Mark n
At the most stressful time of my life, Heidi Lepp took the pain away!! She and her assistant Lorren Rago made the process less stressful with a great outcome in the end. Extremely smart and hardworking women. Heidi will step up to the plate and knock the ball out of the park. She will fight to the end and get the job done. Hats off to both of these woman. It was a pleasure having both of them by my side!!
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09 Oct, 2024 by David whitlock
I retained Heidi Ann Lepp to represent me for a child support suit. She was clear and direct with my issues and explained the law to me in ways I could understand. Heidi was very prompt and professional when communicating with me. I highly recommend her to anyone who needs representation.
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24 Sep, 2024 by Jeanne krause
I was recently represented by Goldstein Law Firm. Eliot and staff were extremely professional as well as cordial as they walked me through the process of house closings. I would highly recommend this firm to friends and relatives.
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24 Dec, 2014 by Helene
I can’t say enough about Mark Gabriel and his professionalism, passion and ability to get the job done. Not only is he an amazing attorney, he’s a great detective, reading between the lines and finding the BS presented by the opposing counsel. He put his heart and soul into my case and protected my child and her rights. We appreciate it more than words can ever say.
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28 Jan, 2014 by Subir
Mark Gabriel handled my divorce case. He has demonstrated a good judgment, extreme patience, and listened to my points. I strongly recommend him for being total trustworthy professional and fair. He is young but absolute quiet and cool and I wish him all the success.
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11 Sep, 2020 by John
I first met Laurie back in November or December 2019, She was Court ordered Parent Cordinator I did not want to use a Parent Cordinator since I was the sole person responsible for her fees. I can’t begin to explain how happy I am that we actually did use Laurie as a parent coordinator my life has been completely changed around with respect to my divorce and custody of my daughter Laurie is absolutely the best she is beyond fair she’s easy to talk to she’s easy to get a hold of if you need a Parent Cordinator or legal advice or anything that has to do with Family she is the one you need to call don’t waste your time calling anybody else
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06 Dec, 2024 by Ryan doyle
Mr. Olsen has been the best lawyer I’ve had and gets a call, probably a little too often, from me whenever i need legal representation, no matter how big or small the charges. He’s always fought for the most favorable outcome and delivered exactly that if not better than that in most cases. He works hard and gets amazing results. Can’t say enough good things.
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02 Aug, 2024 by Dong teng
I am immensely grateful to Chris's team (Chris Olsen, attorney & Michelle Stasil, attorney's assistant) for their unwavering dedication and exceptional service over the past three years. Chris played a pivotal role in helping me get my professional license reactivated, demonstrating a level of commitment and expertise that exceeded all my expectations.
From the very beginning, Chris showcased outstanding communication skills. He ensured that I was always well-informed about the progress of my case, promptly addressing any questions or concerns I had. His ability to coordinate and arrange online meetings with the professional board was instrumental in navigating the complexities of my case.
Chris's representation during board meetings was exemplary. His thorough preparation and deep understanding of the legal intricacies were evident, and his persuasive advocacy on my behalf made a significant impact. Throughout this challenging process, he remained patient, supportive, and highly professional.
I highly recommend Chris to anyone seeking legal assistance. His commitment, expertise, and excellent communication skills make him an exceptional attorney. I am truly appreciative of his efforts and the successful outcome he achieved for me.
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12 Apr, 2024 by Monica orozco restrepo
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11 Jul, 2024 by Stankydanky
The receptionist lady at this office should be fired She doesn’t even know the law, but won’t transfer you to someone that can help you!!! Fire her Immediately she’s bad for business Somerville office
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11 Jul, 2024 by Brittany j
Absolutely useless….I agree with those who have said the receptionist is rude. She seemed unwilling to help and unfazed of the situation I have.
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08 Apr, 2024 by Tazz ruga
The receptionist is very rude
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25 Jan, 2025 by Casey conger
I recently contacted them for their advertised free consultation, but was told they do not help tenants in tenant-landlord matters.
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20 Dec, 2024 by Despina quezada
I highly recommend Kenneth Thyne! Mr. Thyne is a very professional, responsive, and informative attorney who treats his clients with dignity and respect.
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20 Dec, 2024 by Mayra rodriguez
Great experience. Competent staff. Very knowledgeable lawyer.
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26 May, 2016 by Tc
I've had the pleasure of working with both Jayne and Cynthia on couple of real estate transactions in the past few years.
Jayne was highly recommended by a good friend of mine several years ago. Both Jayne and Cynthia were always on time and attention to detail, made me feel like a priority throughout the entire buying process, and provided solid legal advice.
I felt so comfortable and confident with Jayne and Cynthia representing me since 2009 that I decided to use their services to buy house and for all future transactions and I strongly recommend both Jayne and Cynthia to all of my family and friends.
It was an absolute pleasure for me to write this review about Jayne and Cynthia.
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07 Jan, 2025 by Karen gourley
Ms Vella is an amazing lawyer. I have used her multiple times for different issues and have been extremely satisfied with the outcome. Ms Vella's Para Elyssa and also excellent. This team is efficient always professional. Communication is excellent. I know I can always turn to them for help and advice. I have recommended Ms Vella to family members and know that they will be taken care of.
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06 Jan, 2025 by Despi laverick
We worked with Alexis Bush to handle the closing of my mother's home. She is absolutely delightful to work with: pleasant, responsive, professional and caring. I highly recommend her and her staff.
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13 Dec, 2024 by Maida
Recently I was in a very difficult and scary situation. Mr. Matthew Mordas one of the attorneys at Lyons & Associates PC was my "ROCK". He is that person everyone needs in their corner when life takes unexpected twists & turns. Calm, respectful, professional, knowledgeable, Strong... are the words to come to my heart describing Mr. Mordas. He brings the strength and wisdom that is needed to give you the best legal representation as well as being a real person to care for your personal feelings in the process. Thank you
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11 Jul, 2024 by Stankydanky
The receptionist lady at this office should be fired She doesn’t even know the law, but won’t transfer you to someone that can help you!!! Fire her Immediately she’s bad for business Somerville office
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11 Jul, 2024 by Brittany j
Absolutely useless….I agree with those who have said the receptionist is rude. She seemed unwilling to help and unfazed of the situation I have.
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08 Apr, 2024 by Tazz ruga
The receptionist is very rude
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25 Jan, 2025 by Casey conger
I recently contacted them for their advertised free consultation, but was told they do not help tenants in tenant-landlord matters.
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20 Dec, 2024 by Despina quezada
I highly recommend Kenneth Thyne! Mr. Thyne is a very professional, responsive, and informative attorney who treats his clients with dignity and respect.
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20 Dec, 2024 by Mayra rodriguez
Great experience. Competent staff. Very knowledgeable lawyer.
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11 Jul, 2024 by Stankydanky
The receptionist lady at this office should be fired She doesn’t even know the law, but won’t transfer you to someone that can help you!!! Fire her Immediately she’s bad for business Somerville office
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11 Jul, 2024 by Brittany j
Absolutely useless….I agree with those who have said the receptionist is rude. She seemed unwilling to help and unfazed of the situation I have.
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08 Apr, 2024 by Tazz ruga
The receptionist is very rude
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12 Aug, 2022 by Tessa
First - know Lyons’ firm charges by 0.2/hr versus the normal 0.1/hr. So say she’s $575/hour — a one-line email that’s 30 secs to read & a 20 min phone call cost the same ~ $114. And raises hourly rates WHILE you still have $ from initial retainer. Apparently she “can,” but most just don’t. Especially in FAMILY LAW! Reviews I just read here describing Terry drawing you in with “charm,” TRUE. With reassurances that you are already and will be her absolute priority and then…didn’t even remember impt details of my case. And yes, my case was pawned off to brand new associate too, to save ME money. Knowing I’m a disabled, single mom who’d been bankrupted by lawyer fees to fight false allegations (as in hundreds of thousands) by children’s father, and referred to by her respected peer, when I saw the invoice charging me over $250 for the time I called just to ecstatically let her know EVERYTHING was dismissed, I felt nauseous. That’s repugnant. As the firm’s owner, I believe that’s her choice. Then, in the middle of what she said was “near the end,” she actually demanded my balance in full, saying not another word would be written on my behalf until fully paid. Pretty sure that’s not or is not fully legal, but what? Sue my lawyer who I need to finish an order? I had to BEG several times for huge (for me) lump sums then monthly payments that are the same as my rent (I had to move as a result). STILL paying off, but guess what hasn’t changed? My family court case for which she was retained.
Probably redundant, but I do not recommend.
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20 Feb, 2021 by Anonymous
Talked with Terry in first meeting, who I thought was great, then was assigned to an associate. She was the worst. Spent more time on the billing, or should I say overbilling then she did my actual case. For one sentence emails I would be charge a half hour. I had to learn more about the law because she was so incompetent. The missed over 100k in hidden assets, all because the would not file a subpoena like I requested. Everything was terrible, communication, the way they handled thing. I understand that Terry didn't handle my case, but when you name is on the door, your ultimately responsible.
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28 Jan, 2020 by Nonja
Ms Terry worked hard for my divorce case with my difficult ex, she did her homework in presenting information to the court, she was compassionate and all my expectations were met. I am very happy with the quality of her work.
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26 Nov, 2024 by Tim
I am extremely disappointed with the legal representation I received from Shaw Divorce & Family Law during my divorce case. I retained this firm because what Andrew Shaw, the name partner, told me during our initial consultation was exactly what is stated in his biography on the firm's website: "Youshould retain me because I am aggressive, and I will fight tooth and nail for you and your family." Unfortunately, my experience was the complete opposite of what Andrew promised.
This was not a complex case. My marriage was very short—only four years—with no children involved and only one marital asset, a property that had already been sold and its proceeds placed in a trust before I even hired Shaw. Despite the straightforward nature of the case, the representation I received was shockingly inadequate.
Prior to retaining Shaw Divorce & Family Law, I had been negotiating with opposing counsel pro se for five months. I retained this firm because I believed they would provide the aggressive representation and legal expertise necessary to achieve a better outcome. Instead, after months of legal representation, I ended up with the exact same deal I would have had if I had simply settled before retaining the firm. Not only did this outcome make the retainer and fees I paid completely unjustified, but I also incurred additional months of interest payments on the marital debts, further worsening my financial hardship.
I made it clear to both Janet B. Coven, the attorney assigned to my case, and Andrew Shaw that my living situation had a hard end date. I was rapidly approaching homelessness if the financial strain caused by the unresolved marital debts was not alleviated. I shared this with them months in advance, hoping it would motivate more aggressive action to finalize the negotiations. Instead, I saw no meaningful progress, and ultimately, I had no choice but to accept the deal to avoid becoming homeless.
To make matters worse, I found myself performing tasks that I expected the firm to handle, such as reviewing and editing documents to send to opposing counsel. At the time, my daily schedule included a lengthy commute and long work hours, which kept me out of the house 12-13 hours a day most days. Despite this grueling schedule, I was still doing work that I had hired Shaw Divorce & Family Law to do, leaving me feeling abandoned and unsupported throughout the process.
Adding to the frustration, the firm did not even identify or resolve a financial discrepancy that affected alimony; I was the one who found and raised this issue. Despite this effort on my part, the final judgment was identical to the initial proposal I had before retaining the firm.
Given the lack of advocacy, broken promises, and disappointing results, I do not believe the fees I paid were justified. Shaw Divorce & Family Law did not deliver the aggressive representation they advertise, and I cannot recommend their services to anyone seeking diligent and committed legal representation.
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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.
