Reviews

I did not choose to hire Lyndsay because of monetary reasons, however I felt very confident that she was the right person for the job. I felt more confident leaving her office after her free consultation than I did after paying a Craigslist lawyer a $1000 retainer and meeting with them. Very professional, I feel I would have gotten the results I wanted had I been able to afford Lyndsay to represent me. She knows what she is talking about and provides realistic expectations.

No one enjoys paying lawyer fees. No one enjoys getting divorced or fighting for custody. But if you have to do those things, I highly recommend Lyndsay. Executive summary: down-to-earth, very responsive and even proactive, realistic about what you can achieve, strategic about how to do it, careful about billing. Background: I did not use Lyndsay on my actual divorce. Wish I had. I think it would have wrapped up in half the time instead of the almost two years that it took (international avoidance of service, tedious negotiations...). I discovered Lyndsay the same way you are -- through Google reviews -- when I was needing help with custody issues. Down-to-earth. Lyndsay is very good at explaining in everyday terms what the law will and will not do, what your options are, etc. You might say, "Hey, I'm a smart guy, I can understand lawyer-speak as well as any lawyer." Yes, you could, if you spent all the time needed to digest the terms of art. That's what I had with my first lawyer. Huge waste of my time. Much better just to have a real conversation and make the lawyer do the translating work. Very responsive and even proactive. That Lyndsay is responsive no one can deny. She usually answers emails same day -- sometimes within hours or minutes. Just as importantly, when she answers it's not "I have received your message and will think about it and get back to you." More often it's "Here's what our options are and what I think we should do." She is also strikes a good balance in proactiveness. You don't want your lawyer just running the whole show without reviewing things with you. That would run the danger of having them say things you don't want said. For me, Lyndsay was a mind-reader in terms of responding directly to the other lawyer when she knew what I would want to say, but then consulting with me first before responding to more nuanced issues. Realistic about what you can achieve. There were many times that Lyndsay could have led me down a road of further litigation, but she advised me in each case that it would probably get me nothing and cost a lot of money. I believe she was right and respect this approach. As a non-lawyer, it's very easy for me to be misled about the law, to file a lawsuit and run up all sorts of bills in a dead-end case. It's nice to feel that your lawyer is not trying to do that to you. Strategic about objectives. You're just going to have to trust me on this one. Too long and too many details to explain. Careful about billing. You're really at your lawyer's mercy when it comes to billing. Did it take her five minutes to respond to that email, or half an hour? It's a big price difference! As I look through her bills, I've never felt gouged. Things seem to take about as long as I (also a consultant who tracks his hours) would expect them to take.

I like how she was caring and I really felt like she wanted to help me. Easy to talk to and very understanding. She got back to me quickly. Lyndsay fought hard to get me what I wanted. I was very satisfied with her. I would recommend her and would use her again in the future.

Lyndsay was a pleasure to work with. She clearly communicated every step of the process and demystified the whole thing. She was very patient and provided excellent guidance and worked with me toward the desired outcome. It was obvious that she was just as invested in the process as I was and I would recommend her wholeheartedly.

I strongly recommend Lyndsay of you are in need of a knowledgeable, professional, attorney. She was recommended to my by a friend and I too have recommended her to others. Lyndsay took the time to carefully listen and assess my situation. She was able to clearly explain my rights and realistic possible outcomes. The Howard Family Law staff was also friendly and professional when I contacted her office. Additionally, Lyndsay returned phone calls or email in a timely manner. In the event I need additional legal support, I will definitely not hesitate to contact Lyndsay!

Lyndsay Howard was a wonderful attorney for me. She took on my case that was high stress for me and was very clear about expectations. She made me understand the details of my situations and was an advocate for my son and me, and our rights. She also was realistic about likely outcomes. Lyndsay was quick to respond when I contacted her and always addressed my concerns. She had high ethics, in and out of court. She was highly organized and professional. I would strongly recommended her.

I hadn't used an attorney for my divorce, but now that I have worked with Lyndsay, I wish I had known her back then. She was extremely helpful, knowledgeable and made things easy to understand. She definitely knows her stuff and was very cognizant of my time and kept fees down by doing so. I would highly suggest that anyone considering a divorce see Lyndsay first!!

Smart, practical, accessible and careful with my feelings and my funds, Lyndsay Howard is an amazing ally in your legal process. She did not waste my time or my money, had good practical advice, while having no tolerance or patience for nonsense. She did all this while being compassionate and available to me in a confusing and emotionally difficult time. I couldn't recommend her more highly.

I tried another lawyer before choosing Lyndsay and I found myself in a mess with the custody of my son hanging in the balance. In what seemed like an inevitable loss I dropped all the information I had on her desk, hoping at the very least to be represented and at best save some semblance of whatever custody could be salvaged. Lyndsay was a game changer. She got out in front and was aggressive and tireless in her duties. Lyndsay gave me options as we went along, gave me counsel regarding similar types of situations and gave me payment options that worked for me. Her demeanor in court, with the opposing lawyer(s) (yes, they switched mid-case) and the Judge gave me confidence and assurance that my case was in good hands. I dug a deep hole before this case ever got to Lyndsay but now I’m enjoying my time with my son and my restored custody. I would recommend Lyndsay, I will go back to Lyndsay (although I hope I never have to) and I trust Lyndsay, you should too.

Lyndsay was an amazing lawyer, she helped me out tremendously when i was going thru my child support/custody case and fought for what i wanted and what was fair. She was always willing to answer any questions i had no matter what and was always brutally honest with me. She explained everything to me and told me what to expect when we went to court she made an extremley scary time seem not so scary. Without her i dont think i would have had as good of an outcome as i did. I have recommended her several times and will use her in the future if i ever need legal advice.

Lyndsay did a great job leading me through the divorce process, while helping maintain focus on that what was most important to me, my kids. She kept them centric to my dealings with my now ex. Lyndsay offered great advice, and helped me navigate through a painful process. She was fair in her billing, and allowed me to do as much of the work as I was willing/able to. She was also successful in helping me avoid court when possible, as well as be successful in court when I was left with no alternative. She helped to calm me down on more than one occasion, when emotions were over-taking logic. I am glad she was representing me during this part of my life!

I really hope that the "1 star" review would not dissuade you from looking into Lyndsay Howard Family Law. She will do right by you. I love the fact that when I walk into her office she will make me feel like she has no other case files and I am her only concern. Which is why I will pay her travel expense's to drive an hour for court. She is worth every penny. Plus a lunch afterwards. She is a great person and I feel Lyndsay is the best family practice from the Metro to Southern Mn. :O) Lyndsay Howard is an awesome attorney. She has the approach of a best friend and will defend you like there is no tomorrow. I have had Lyndsay as my lawyer for 6+ years. My case has been long since been on a cease fire, with the excellent communication she provides to the other party, BUT she is willing and able and to go to bat and fight for me, her smile is more of a warning to the other side of "see I have teeth, and not afraid to bite. Lyndsay has a nice guy approach she is smart and clever. She will make all attempts to resolve outside of the court room. But as a warning DO NOT under estimate her. She will go down fighting. She was originally a replacement for my lawyer when he could not make it. I was shocked to find this seemingly nice lady go at war in the court room for my case. Right then and there my original lawyer was fired and she was hired on the spot. I would recommend Lyndsay for any issue you have esp for family law. She is excellent in her field of expertise. I hope this helps, Who ever you choose I wish you the best of Luck, but do not pass up Howard Family Law. At least check her out and see what she has to say regarding your case. I promise you, you will not be disappointed. Be truthful and trust she has your best interests at heart.