Reviews

I have used Mrs. Hinkle for two cases. My experience with her and the staff has been wonderful. Donna is the best and I can always count on her to go the extra mile.

I hired Cathy to help me right before trial after working with an attorney who had done a terrible job preparing my case. Cathy was very knowledgeable and took an aggressive approach. Cathy and her team were very professional throughout the process. I was impressed with her honesty and candor and was very confident with her as my attorney for my custody trial. As a father fighting for full custody of my son I knew that I needed an attorney that was well respected and experienced. Cathy did not disappoint me. I would highly recommend her.

Cathy was recommended to me years ago when I first started going through my divorce, and I wish I would have hired her then. I thought she was more than I could afford, but after a five year divorce, I knew it would have been much quicker and cheaper with her by my side. Unlike the other attorney's I hired (and ended up having to fire), she didn't just take my money and show up for court. She cared. And not just her, EVERYONE in her office had a vested interest in my case and my kids. They knew how difficult this road had already been for us and how much more difficult it was going to be. They were understanding, patient, kind and absolutely amazing. I wasn't just up against a jerk ex that didn't care if he destroyed our children to get to me, he actually had people willing to lie to that end. Not just friends and family, an actual licensed professional. As difficult as it was and as grim as the outcome looked, Cathy, Megan and Karen NEVER left our side. They could have had us settle or give in to the ridiculous demands of the other side, but they didn't. They knew that even if the lie was never found out we wanted to do whatever we could to try to get the kids out of that environment. We planned and prepared for weeks before the trial and they made the process as pleasant as it could possibly be. I was in amazing hands with Cathy and Megan during the trial. Not only did they stick to the facts to try to keep the case as civil as possible, but they were able to get ALL of the facts of the case out in the open. Win or lose, I can't tell you how amazing that was, and against all odds, the judge ruled in our favor. I know Cathy and her team are the only reason my kids are thriving right now. We owe so much to her that we will never be able to articulate or pay back. Having her represent me gave me hope for the first time in many many years. You would think with all of her years of experience she would be hardened to the process, like so many of the attorneys I've encountered, but it seems to have had the opposite impact on her. She cares so much about the human factor in her cases and what's going on in our lives, not just what's relevant to court. She's renewed my faith in lawyers and after 8 long terrible years, my family and I can now sleep well at night. If you're looking to get back at your ex or engage in mud slinging or any such nonsense, don't hire her. It's a waste of both of your time and money. If you're doing your best to co-parent and help your children cope with life after divorce and your ex is deliberately and maliciously interfering with that and you have no other option, call Cathy. Tell her what's going on, tell her what you hope to accomplish, and get moving in the right direction for the good of your family. My only regret is that I hoped for too long that things would get better and that I was somehow avoiding a more acrimonious divorce by not pursing legal action. Trust me when I tell you that is not the case. Having an attorney doesn't make your divorce worse, it protects you in case the other party wants to make it bad. Even if you're sure your divorce is going to go smoothly and you can both act like adults and in the best interests of your children, Cathy and her associates are absolutely outstanding in mediation. Even if everyone agrees, divorce is very stressful and the mediation part of it is just awful. They make the process smooth and as stress free as possible. They do everything they can to keep negotiations calm and rational and to present all of the options with pros and cons and possible next steps. I absolutely ADORE Cathy and her no nonsense approach to everything. She is just what we needed and I couldn't be more thankful and grateful to count her as one of my dear friends. Even if you don't think you need Cathy, trust me ... you do. She's the perfect fit for every type of divorce and you will be so glad to have her during this process.

Very Grateful I was able to work with Mrs. Hale for my divorce. At a time that is stressful, Cathy, took the time to answer my questions and concerns. She addressed important matters and I was simply in aw of watching her work during the mediation process. I would hire her again in a heartbeat.

When I came to Cathy, I was confused - coming out of a very abusive relationship I simply didn't know which way to go. She listened intently and gave me her advise from a place of strength and integrity, which is exactly what I needed. She patiently got me through my divorce, meticulously combing over everything in my case, and looking at all the angles and perspectives for my protection and maximum benefit. She got me everything I asked for and more. Her staff became like family to me and always warmly welcomed me. I still know that I can count on her to be on my side for anything I need in the future. I honestly cannot imagine going through such a difficult time of this divorce without the strong defender I had in her. I am thankful for her keen insight, her loyal integrity, and her honesty that I could always count on. I would recommend her very highly for anyone who needs a strong defense and a staff that sees everything through to the finest detail.

Cathy was a fantastic asset to us as our attorney in a child support dispute. She made the mediation process as smooth as possible explaining the pros and cons of each possible decision to be made. Her vast experience in matters like these was invaluable. I would highly recommend her to anyone seeking help with family law.

Cathy Hale was recommended to me at a time when I needed additional help and support after years of legal battles in a custody case. She was knowledgeable, calm and was able to look at the case quickly and precisely, and give the advice that we needed.

Cathy Herrington Hale represented me in a custody case against my ex-husband. My ex-husband was seeking custody of my two daughters who are 3 and 6 years old. As you can imagine, to go through litigation is a very stressful experience and as the average citizen I knew very little about how the legal process worked. My case was decided by a jury and I am so thankful that I was able to keep my girls. Cathy is not only an AMAZING lawyer but also a fantastic person. She is the type of lawyer that is very passionate about her job and truly cares about you as a client. Cathy has a perfect mix of being an outstanding and knowledgeable lawyer and the type of human being that really cares about you and your family. She definitely takes the time to know you really well and that type of bonding with your lawyer is something that plays to your advantage in court. To hire Cathy has been the best decision I have ever made and I will always thank God for meeting her. When Cathy decides to take your case is to WIN. Something that differentiates Cathy from other lawyers is her ability to start trial with a strategy and depending on how trial is evolving, adjust certain things to make sure you are maximizing your chances of winning. This is a strength that is very difficult to find among lawyers. Cathy is very articulate, has an inspirational speech and she connects very well with the jury. The jurors that decided our case loved her and when she did the closing arguments you could see in the eyes of the jurors that they were with us. I highly recommend Cathy. Please spend the time to hire the right lawyer for your case. Lawyers are a decisive factor for maximizing your chances of winning. Cathy is not only my lawyer for life but also a friend for a life.

I've had the misfortune of having to go to court twice in the past - first for divorce, second for custody. When my ex-husband filed a modification to lower child support, I was faced with having to hire an attorney for the third time. My previous lawyer fees had gotten unrealistically high, so I began consulting with different attorneys and asking friends for recommendations. When I met with Cathy based on a referral from a friend, I knew immediately she was the right fit and my instincts were right on. She took my financial situation into account and worked out a deal with me that was more fair than any other lawyer I had consulted with. Though this is way she obviously makes a living, Cathy was the first attorney I met that seemed to truly have compassion and want to help, seeing beyond her own financial gain. My case turned out to be a success. And it is all because of Cathy's ability to be sharp, knowledgeable, and aggressive - while at the same time, in a friendly, calming way. If I ever need an attorney again, she will always be who I call, and I would highly recommend her.

Cathy is a monster she demolishish all other attorneys even as a felon father miss cathy got me way more than any other lawyer said I Would get I wanted custody but ended up deciding on joint custody do to the fact I was fresh out of prison even though I am confident she could have got me it and she was as well fighting for custody is always a risk