Reviews

This attorney is a DIAMOND in legal representation! At the time I hired her in 2022 I was in the most horrific private custody battle. My previous attorney was horrendous. The majority of other attorney's either flat out turned down my case or wanted a $20,000 retainer. Mary Jo listened to what was happening and jumped in with both barrels blazing. For the first time in 2 years, I felt like my attorney was on my side. She fought and advocated for me. She contacted me the morning of hearings to check in. My previous attorney NEVER provided guidance on hearings. Money - remember how I said most attorney's wanted an outrageous retainer? Not Mary Jo. She asked for a reasonable retainer and throughout my case has not over charged. My previous attorney billed 8.50 for an email with less than 5 words. Mary Jo does not believe in that predatory billing. Choose her, I promise you will be forever grateful you did!!!

My wife and I engaged Mary Jo Hanson for a step-parent adoption, confident in her claim of expertise in such cases. Despite promptly paying a retainer, to say that our experience with her was less than satisfactory would be a gross misscharacterisation. Over two years, communication was scarce, and it became evident that she requested unnecessary information and purportedly filed documents that were never submitted. After deciding to navigate the process ourselves, we discovered that the adoption procedure was more straightforward than initially presented. In a matter of months, we successfully completed all necessary forms and procedures independently. Subsequently, we requested a refund from Ms. Hanson, who declined, leading us to pursue legal action. Throughout the court proceedings, Ms. Hanson exhibited a consistently rude and disrespectful demeanor. Fabricating information and providing conflicting accounts during phone conversations, she demonstrated a lack of professionalism. In court, she continued with false statements and repeatedly referred to my wife by the wrong name, despite corrections. We discovered her actual lack of experience in these cases and her main intention being to use our money and case to learn from...that is not what we paid for. Despite her requests for numerous continuances, we eventually had our day in court. The judge found Ms. Hanson's claims of filing documents to be untrue, while our case was supported by clear evidence. Despite a judgment in our favor, Ms. Hanson has made no attempt to fulfill the court-ordered payment. We are currently exploring additional avenues to collect but it has been nearly a year since the judgement was ordered and over three years since we paid her. Our intention in sharing this experience is to inform others considering legal services from Ms. Hanson. Had we known about her unprofessional practices, we would not have chosen her for such an important matter. We hope our story aids others in making more informed decisions when seeking legal representation.

Mary Jo is an unorganized liar and only wants your money. She will not do anything right for a client who is African American. She will lie her way through to be retained and after she is retained she will not do anything you ask even if it’s beneficial to your case even if you give her enough evidence to do so she will find reasons not to. If she knows anyone personally on your case, she will side with them and set your case up to fail. She will not keep you updated with your case nor with your fees and overcharge you constantly for the smallest things. She will constantly request you to come into her office so she can over charge you for nothing. She will also overcharge you for every call or text message you send her. If she tells you she personally knows anyone on your case do not hire her. If your African America. DO NOT HIRE HER!!!! She will secretly work with them against you. She will even try to call you a liar and say you didn’t request something. Every African American client is treated as if they are ignorant of the law and as if she knows best. I suggest everyone who has an issue with her to make a review for everyone to see and to file a Grievance against her through the Supreme Court and the American Bar Association. The more grievances the greater outcome of her being disciplined.

Mary Jo Hanson a theif and habitual liar stole my retainer $1500 and all my files never did any work on my case. Bragged about how she know my Judge personally. I never received 1 piece of legal mail from her unprofessional office. She talks to her Secretary Robert like a dog in the street. Mary Jo is working with cuyahoga county juvinille court to keep Black Father's away from their children. Haven't seen my son in 8 months.

I was in a car accident and had an OVI . Attorney Hanson's relationships at the courthouse allowed my story to be told. Her knowledge of law provided me a favorable outcome. I have recommended her many times and wil continue to do so.

I am mystified as to why my review submitted several months ago is no longer posted here. My dealings with Ms.Hanson and her staff were top notch and professional. The services requested were given in a timely and professional manner. I would definitely recommend Attorney Hanson and would definitely seek her services again.

Story of a promising visual artist; myself Loletia (Lolita ) Wilson working at a deadend job that discriminated against her as she fights for her right to improve her living condition. To still have to fight for the right to live and make art in an old repurpose Elementary School building that once launch the careers of many artists before her and to watch it be totally neglected to its demise by the building's managements and owners. I would not have been able to survive either one of those ordeals without Attorney Mary Jo Hanson at my side. Thank you so much for your representation and helping me fight for my rights to live and make art. You're the best!!!! Lolita Wilson, Artist .