Reviews

Be sure to get everything in writing. He is big on promises and short on performance. We would not give him a reference.

DO NOT DO IT! I hired Mr. Stegeman for a custody case. My case got a little confusing and things were happening quicker than I expected. I spoke with one of his assistants on a Tuesday and she scheduled me to discuss more with Stegeman the next Thursday - he never called, I had to call him. Then when I did call all I did was repeat the same information I told his assistant - he gave me 4 MINUTES of his time. I waited until the end of the day Friday for advice on how to proceed and still had no call back from his office. I needed someone who could help quick so I terminated Mr. Stegeman via email. I was informed by my new attorney that it normally takes about two weeks to get a refund on any unused retainer. I waited exactly two weeks to send a follow up email because I do understand things take time. It has been almost 30 days since I have terminated Mr. Stegeman and I still have not gotten at least a status of my refund and during this time they ''accidently'' drafted $500 from my account. Which when I called I was told to call my bank, but then miraculously after a few stern words they were able to void the charge. However, still no word on my retainer refund.

I am dealing with a non-compliant spouse, who I made domestic violence reports on but never heard from the organizations, social case workers or my husband's employers, the USMC. He had been enlisted for 11 years, we have been married 11 years and the Commanding officer nor any senior leaders would respond to my emails, letters or calls. They honorably discharged him 13 months after he deserted us. He was separated honorably for refusing the Covid19 Vaccine and the unit refused to reply for my requests to speak to them. The decree was served by a clerk official after 2 attempts, the first attempt was failed by 5 attempts to locate him but after I filed the 2nd time he was served the divorce decree and the child support papers successfully and the following day was when he left the state, throwing away all the contents of our home and changing his phone number, never contacting us since he was here in Louisiana. Child support court was on April 30 2021 and he did appear and he did sign the order but won't honor it. The garnishment office for the USMC was also sent a copy of the order for medical and financial support but they also were not very friendly and ignored me once I submitted the information required to garnish. The military has assisted him in avoiding responsibility and he will not open any case to the VA, because then I would be able to accomplish something through that route but they informed me on March 23 2023 to stop sending mail because they are not responsible for him or my personal issues, was how they worded it. Our son was diagnosed with ASD and that has prevented me from returning to the workforce and we have no income and nothing that I can do is what I am constantly being told by the federal state and local organizations that are put in place to assist victims of abuse and Neglect but I am ineligible for them all.

DON'T HIRE!! HE IS A NO SHOW IN COURT ALSO BLOCKS ALL YOUR CALLS AND DOESN'T REACH OUT TO YOU BUT DEFINITELY TAKES YOUR MONEY ! NOT A GOOD LAWYER!!

Mr Stegeman is a true shark, straight forward and aggressive when the time permits. Stegeman worked with me on a great financial package for my family, has always offered good advice. He is requested by many but the way I look at it, takes a shark to know a shark. Give your case 100% and you will get the best out of it. By the way Russel has the absolute sweetest most patient co pilot Jeremy former law enforcement. Together these guys enforce the law. When my step daughter was not being returned by their parents spitefulness Stegeman motioned a civil warrant which sent the Sheriff out like a hound and ended a two week long goose chase for the babies return

R. Steveman overcharged for his services and walked away from my case as the court abused me and violated my rights. He refused to refund my money for incomplete legal services.

Russell has a lot.of experience in different types of.law. His staff is also terrific. He is always available when I.need.him. A good all round personal lawyer and adviser.

Mr Stegerman contacted me back almost immediately. He was very understanding and more than happy to help me. Thankfully he was willing to work with me on the fees and now bc Mr Stegeman I have paid Representation and am confident about court. Thank you Mr Stegeman!!

Russell stepped in and saved the day for me and my family after another lawyer managed to get our case thrown out of court. He worked long hours on a short deadline and really delivered for us when it counted the most.

He was able to easily tell me how my rights were violated after I was pulled over for DUI.