Reviews

i doubt if the positive reviews are from real clients (not friends/family) but my experience with Barbara and Maria is horrible. It was so hard to contact them - email and phone after I paid the retainer's fee. They were non-responsive. They filed my case much later than they should have which caused a major impact. My phone bills show how many times I tried contacting them. I used another number and all of a sudden Maria picks up. It took them more than 6 months to send me an invoice which showed ridiculous charges. Once they get your money they don't care anymore. I tried working with them and being patient for more than 6 months.There is still a lot left on the retainer fund. Even after stating horrendous charges on the invoice, they wouldn't refund a single cent from the remaining balance that they declared. Please beware. She does a good job of convincing that the negative reviews have no basis, but I should have believed the negative reviews in the first place.

At first, retained the Services of Barbara Flum Stein in the last minute to handle my Child Support case. My ex never provided tax information, which made things difficult. I was awarded 200 dollars per kid eventhough my ex was earning around 96,000 and I was earning the half of his income the most. The child support amount remained like that since 2015 until 2024. She never gave me an account of the expenses even though I requested it several times. I will not give you more details but to say I spent much more money I should and this lady did nothing for my case, but asking for more money and money. She is not transparent and all she is interested in dragging yourself for years and years to get more money out of you. I am still not divorce and although I requested her to withdraw from my case in writing with certified letter, her office even refused to sign it and she didn’t answer my emails. She refused to withdrew my case I had to go to the Court to kick her out. She will seem good at first, but then will make you pay and pay more money. She does not work for you, she works for her pocket making things difficult so you keep stagnate on your case.

Barbara good lawyer not easy for her but she get the job done

I can’t find just one word to describe Barb, but if I had to choose it would be PATIENT! She was so understanding with my nerves and anxiety, instead of saying stop doing this or that, she simply said BREATHE! I am so grateful for the long grueling phone calls and e-mails and millions of questions, and not one complaint from her towards me. She always snapped me back into reality when something I “wanted” most likely wouldn’t fly in court, so she found a solution and made it happen! Thanks to her my daughter has a great chance to improve in life and be happy with both her parents who are not under one roof! Her secretary Maria is another amazing person! Both just over all wonderful people and I hate to say I hope I don’t need to go back to court but if I do ever in the future, I know I’m in good hands!

Barbara and her assistant Maria are both amazing people. I feel they listen to every concern and acknowledge them with accuracy and understanding. I have been represented professionally throughout a horrible divorce. I would recommend this firm to anyone who is in the need of not only a good lawyer but in need of a lawyer and an assistant who will actually do their best to help.

Where should I start this lady is just awful. I paid $300 for the office consultation where she explained how and what she could do for me in court. I agreed she made it seem like it was a easy case for her. The fee was $1500.00 I said OK. Before the court hearing I had already dropped off my file in her off which I provided her with proof, text messages, pictures of the other party it meant nothing she never went over anything. The day of the court case she preceeded to tell me I have no case and started talking to me very disrespectful and loud in the lobby. I was furious I didn't understand why would you wait till the day of court and not tell me when I first presented you with everything I had at the 1 hour consultation for $300.00. It's so much I could say honestly she is a liar who will promise you the world until she gets your money and then things change. I never had an lawyer this terrible, rude, and just down right a crook. THE WORST LAWYER EVER! Don't hire her and look elsewhere! I don't right reviews but I was compelled too never have I ever experienced anything like this!

Awful representation. Nothing but excuses, delays and blatant incompetence. She doesn't listen or advocate for the client and doesnt respond to emails or calls. She can't see past her ridiculous ego. Look elsewhere or you will end up regretting it. Very unprofessional!

Awful representation. She can't see past her ridiculous ego. She won't respond to your emails and calls. Nothing but excuses, delays, incompetence. She doesn't listen or advocate for the client. As a matter of fact, she may as well be working for the other side. Look elsewhere or you will regret it! She wasted my money and time. What a disgrace!

Barbara Stein has been my lawyer since the beginning of my case over three years ago. She has been very professional and has not missed any details. She has been doing this for a long time and is en excellent lawyer. Very supportive and patient. Her assistant is also very helpful and always ready to help.

Very professional