Reviews

Terrible they were terrible. I had switched lawyers Cordell and Cordell didn’t even get my old file from other lawyer. I had taken the child class which is required when you’re getting divorced Cordell and Cordell didn’t even bother to turn the test results in before we went to court

Impersonal, disconnected. Main focus is billing hours.

They have given me a quick response and let me know up front what we can expect

I have a 3 year old daughter with Autism and have spent $30,000. Came with a trail in April. After 10 months I have no visitation or rights to my daughter. They do not fight for the fathers. They don't care if you are the petitioner. And even if the mother breaks everything court order they get. They will not hold her in contempt and just keep letting her slide. They don't care if the father is in the child life and won't stand up for his rights. Save your money and find someone who REALLY fights for father and just doesn't say they do.!! I repeat do not go here.

Laura Smith helped me with a contract that I needed to have written and it went really well. Highly recommend!

I am so far pleased with the quality of service from this law firm. I would recommend it to my friends.

Choosing the Cordell & Cordell law firm and being assigned to Mr. Igers Vangjeli and Ms. Pier Haen to handle my divorce made the hardest thing I've had to do in my life less stressful. Their experience and knowledge with the legal documents that were needed by the court made the process easier to deal with. They both kept me informed of what was needed from myself to make sure the settlement was fair between me and my now ex-spouse. I highly recommend Cordell & Cordell and all the staff members I came into contact with because I'm more than satisfied with my choosing this law firm.

The separation of a family is never an easy task. As the one that was surprised by my spouses decision to leave, it is especially hard. I took the time to research several different options and went into the process with a very clear picture of how I wanted things to proceed but unsure of how much of what I wanted was actually feasible. Reaching out to Cordell & Cordell, many of my surface questions were answered through chat right on the website. I quickly had an appointment scheduled with Jacqueline Ratkey. Realizing that my circumstance was someone unique with a recent move from one state to another across the country and and my spouse living in a third state, she called before our meeting to get a couple of quick details so that she would be better prepared and would not waste our allotted meeting time. She was super helpful and I was actually disappointed that she was only the on-boarding lawyer, however, she was able to place me with an amazing and very capable lawyer who has been able to help me through the special circumstances of my situation. My lawyer's name is Laura E. Smith and I honestly do not now how I would have been able to make it through this process without her and Andy Spiegal. Because of my desired profession and training in ministry, I am having to approach this process a little different than others. She has been patient and understanding, looking for ways that we are able to approach things to protect my future in ministry. Throw into all of that the fact that we are dealing with residency issues for my children and that my spouse lives in a different state, and I am so glad that she is able to provide clear direction and guidance. On top of all that she has been very respectful of my time and budget. Trying to function on a third of the income I am used to having, she has worked to not contact me more than necessary, since the time she does spend responding to me is billable, and she tries to be as succinct as possible when she does. I feel like all my concerns are heard and properly approached. It never feels like I am being pressured to do something that I am not comfortable with, even if it may not be the most optimal decision. In the same way, she makes sure that I understand the gravity of each situation. Between Laura and Andy, everything is getting filed on time and they go through everything to make sure it is done properly and are very, very fast to respond to each query I put their way. Before this process started, I only knew of lawyers from television shows and bad jokes. Because of those I have had contact with at Cordell & Cordell, I now know that lawyers truly get a bad rap. At this office, they want the best for families and they truly treat you as family. I feel cared for and listened to and I am so glad that I chose this firm to represent me and that I was assigned such an amazing lawyer in Laura!

Laura E Smith has been a lifesaver for me, especially during this challenging time. I needed to make modifications on my Divorce Finalization and I honestly didn't even know where to start. Laura's expertise and confidence has put me at ease. I know my case is in good hands. Thank you, Laura!

Laura E Smith is a wonderful attorney to me and my case. I wouldn't trust anyone else, to help me fight for my kids. Laura has kept me well informed of my options and case details. I wouldn't trust any other law firm help me through my times of need.

Laura Smith at Cordell and Cordell has been absolutely amazing to work with. The care, attention to detail and ease she immediately put me in has made what previously was a nightmare, something that I can now be confident is being handled with no stone unturned. Where before I had given up hope, I now am confident that at least my case will receive the voice I was unable present, and this is purely the result of Laura’s work, effort and steadfastness. I highly recommend Laura Smith at Cordell and Cordell. JC