Reviews

After being defrauded in my eyes and and paying fees for the ordering of a transcript that I was assued over and over for weeks was ordered I decided it was in my and my children's best interests to retain alternative counsel.. upon doing so that same transcript was ordered and they were told it hadNEVER been ordered by the Washburn law firm ..I definitely feel defrauded and lied to about that... I got calls from the tennis club at night.. late.. got solicited for gifts for her family in violation of bar association ethics code.. got called in for appointments and her contracted associate told me as well as her assistant that she didn't have me down and was wirh someone else and couldn't see me but that she wanted me to get with them and quote organize my files. Which took hours .. because it was always a mess.. and I was billed for both that attorneys hourly rate as well as the assistant .. without me having any idea .. several hundred dollars per hour when my files should have been organized before meeting with her . She also threatened to quit right before a hearing in the most juvenile manner and leave me with zero representation for upcoming bearing after spending months and months and thousands and thousands of dollars to prepare for it. The entire experience was disgusting to me. New attorney got the divorce done and everything I asked for within a matter of weeks for a fraction of the costs.

She was through and straight to the point. I was lazy about getting anything she needed. Her staff was fantastic.. divorce is messy, they kept my best interest at hand. I convinced my ex to deal exclusively with this law frim after her lawyer went through all her escrow. Margaret was more than happy to facilitate our situation.

I hired Margaret to deal with a complicated family matter. She sure put her experience to work for me. I strongly recommend Margaret and her firm.

Margaret has worked with me during a contentious battle to change the terms of my original divorce (finalized with a different attorney). She is very knowledgeable about other cases pertaining to my situation and has been tenacious and innovative in her handling of my case. I would trust her with anything.

Ms Washburn has 30+ years of experience and it undeniably shows in her work ethic and willingness to obtain he best result for her clients. Recently hired her to take care of some enormous fines that I had wrongfully been made responsible to pay for and within one courtroom visit she got every penny dismissed after maybe 30 mins of being there. It absolutely blew me away. Her relationship with the courtroom officials is exactly what you want in an attorney being that they clearly hold her in the highest of regards and respects based on her reputation and integrity. If you need honesty met with efficiency in an attorney then Margaret Washburn is who you need to call. She’s a slam dunk.

I have observed and worked with Margaret on many occasions. She is a general. She plans, she coordinates, and she executes. I have seen her painstakingly go over her cases with her clients and do everything possible to obtain the desired results. In the legal profession, not everyday is a home run and sometimes you have to take lemons and make lemonade. I can tell you from first hand experience that Margaret will do everything that she can think of to get results. Some cases are easier than others and she will take difficult files. She offers her clients hope where sometimes there wasn't any.

As a client, I felt more like a target_ she referred Private Investigator, Craig Brazeman who disappeared with $1500 retainer fee - She all but condoned his action, billed me for phone calls regarding him, until I confronted her. She presented as pushy, arrogant, and forgetful, and eager to bill you for every minute. She is "the" stereotype lawyer, talking circles and billing. After the first consult meeting, Ms Washburn encouraged me that I had a good case and first thing was to hire PI for further investigation of other party. After some consideration, I met with her suggested PI , in her office at which time retainer fees were given to both. After one month with no word from PI (and no return of texts or messages) , I called Ms Washburn. To my surprise, she said that she didn't know I had paid him! and questioned me why I did that . I explained the only way I would even consider that to happen was by her direction, and I had to remind her she directed me to this guy and the payment took place in her presence. She took no concern in responsibility for the guy disappearing and quickly suggested I call a different PI, as the first guy is nowhere to be found or contacted. I felt dupped and vulnerable now. Also occurred is mysterious disappearance of financial documents box brought to Washburn office (at the time of retainers being passed) - When I decided to quit this mess and ask to come get my documents, I was gaslighted as to my memory of said box, and subjected to a specific story of how I carried it from her car to a meeting we had with my accountant and left it there. I was able to corroborate with accountant that did not happen, issue was dropped and she put me on notice that box never came to her office. Ok, fine, my documents are lost . How strange it was then, that she immediately contacted "alleged missing" PI about it's possible whereabouts (since the box was presented at same meeting in which both were hired) . This whole situation was so fishy from the moment retainers were passed. I was so nervous that whole month and backed out as quickly as I could. I lost the retainer of 1500 on the PI flat out, and was refunded a portion of retainer given to her. To this day, Brazeman has not called, texted or presented me with documentation or a bill of accounting the time spent and admittedly, Washburn maintains contact with him via email. As a client, I felt more like a target with these two. When I consulted a different attorney, immediately I was advised that 1), my case was NOT strong, as she was leading me and 2) hiring PI was not necessary to obtain the information sought. At the time of writing that, the PI, Brazeman, had not responded to my communications. Eventually, several weeks later, he made contact after reading my review. He conceded to refund part of the fee paid.

Many thanks! I Absolutely appreciate the professionalism, follow up, communication, knowledge and giving of personal understanding that M.Washburn, Scott and all of the associates have shown me during what has been one of the most vulnerable times in my life. ~ FIVE STAR ATTORNEY for sure! KAS

I guess a lot of people can have an opinion one way or another but after the success of my first modification in 2015, unfortunately I’m having to go through another modification this year (2018) and I gladly put my money where my mouth is. Margaret and Scott have taken in my children and my case as if their own, with the utmost class, without resorting to name-calling and proving that they can out lawyer with truth and facts, not needing to mudsling or create a false narrative. Margaret, Scott, Cheri and staff have become like family, And if I’m the future, [God-forbid] should I have to go back to court, without a doubt it would be with Margaret and a Scott!

I could not imagine in a million years that I would need an attorney for child custody, but after being subpoenaed and hiring an unqualified attorney, Margaret was recommended to me and it has been one of the best decision in my life. Price·less (adjective): so precious that its value cannot be determined. synonyms: invaluable, of incalculable value/worth, of immeasurable value/worth, beyond price; irreplaceable, incomparable, unparalleled Their representation has been priceless and my children are in a better place because of their due diligence and their need to ensure that my children were put 1st in every aspect of my case. Margaret and Scott has taken the burden off of my shoulders in dealing with my ex-husband, that I can live life free and enjoy my children. I would recommend them to anyone who needs an attorney because they are the best and will give your case 150% support so that your children are taken care of. I am forever grateful.

I had the pleasure of working with the attorney team of Margaret Washburn & Scott Mitchell, along with Cheri, Alex & Nancy over a 3.5 year contentious divorce. The team worked hard in representing me across the gamut of mental health evaluations, mediation and court hearings I was subjected to. They were a pleasure to work with, explained the process to me as well as kept me in the loop all along the way. I would highly recommend this law team as they get the job done, especially if you find yourself in the courtroom.

Margaret is currently handling my divorce case.  She's tough, compassionate, she knows what she's doing, she listens to you, and she fights like heck for you in the courtroom.