Reviews

I retained the representation of Katie Lipp in January 2019 regarding an employment issue. She was highly responsive to my needs and schedule. I was always able to reach Ms. Lipp, most easily by email and telephone. She was able to be present at my job site to meet with employer and representatives in my matter. She worked effectively with and communicated with other counsel and representation I had and continued to work with regarding my case. Ms. Lipp provided counsel, resources and strategies to help me navigate my case. She always listened and considered my opinions and ideas when representing me. Ms. Lipp was prompt and on time for meetings, inferences, and when responding to communications. I was grateful and appreciative of the quality representation she provided me. I would definitely recommend her services. She always made me feel like my case was a priority to her.

Highly responsive to client needs! Always available by email. Makes time to represent at alternative locations. Very prompt in responses and communications. Provides counsel regarding options, resources, and strategies. Works with other entities (ie unions, previous counsel). She is a strong advocate for teachers. She is Amazing!

Stephanie Sauer has been representing me on a custody/divorce case prior to moving over to the Geller Law Group, and must say, she has been wonderful! I did my research and had talk to several other attorneys before hiring her to work on my case. It started off as a “simple” case because I didn’t seek out anything in the divorce. However, it became more complicated over time - I dropped off a 3in binder of information at one point (haha) - and Stephanie and her team have been both professional and patient throughout the whole process. I never had doubts that she wouldn’t be able to pull through. She and her team took her time with me and my case, working deligently to ensure we approach everything appropriately. They were prompt with communication - even in my most stressful times - and never once made me feel uncomfortable. Even with her transition over to this firm, she and the Geller Law Group made sure that the process was smooth. Should I ever come across any future family law concerns (let’s hope not), I would absolutely hire her again. Thank you again, Stephanie Sauer!!!

As a custody evaluator and parenting coordinator in Northern Virginia, I highly recommend the Gellar Law Group. Top notch team of attorneys that go the distance for their clients. Michael Oberschneider, Psy.D, NCCE, NCPC Founder and Director Ashburn Psychological and Psychiatric Services Licensed Clinical Psychologist Nationally Certified Custody Evaluator Nationally Certified Parenting Coordinator

The Law Firm of ShounBach is absolutely outstanding! Very professional, ethical, and trustworthy. From the first time I met my lawyer, Tom Velarde, and his Legal Assistant, Mrs. Angie Hairfield, I knew they were the people for the job. Mr. Velarde, is intelligent, determined, caring, compassionate, and will fight for your best interest. He or Mrs. Hairfield communicated with me on a daily basis throughout my entire ordeal to keep me updated on the situation. Mr. Velarde, even contacted me on his family vacation to share news with me. His concern for my well being and best possible outcome was first and foremost in his mind. If needed, I would not hesitate to retain the services of Mr. Velarde and Mrs. Hairfield again. I have and will continue to recommend friends and acquaintances to ShounBach, and tell them to specifically ask for Mr. Tom Velarde and Mrs. Angie Hairfield. They were "stars" during a dark period.

Stephanie Sauer and Rachel Rubinstein were critical in helping me secure full child custody and child support over the last 18-months. They are ultra responsive and never waiver trying to get exactly what you requested. They do not cut corners and you'll enjoy a very firm relationship. They worked wonders in a case that was far from normal. Everything is easy to work with at the Geller Law Group.

The Gellar Law Group is amazing! They have helped me with matters on a business level, such as converting my law firm from a sole proprietorship to a PLLC, and on personal matters, such as preparing a comprehensive will and trust for my family. They are my go-to law firm whenever I need legal assistance with something I (as an attorney) don't specialize in myself.

I consulted with and then hired Kathryn Lipp to oversee a concern that I had about eligibility for a retirement incentive program. She was clear, efficient, and smart throughout. She zeroed in on what was important in the matter (despite my bringing in extraneous material) and acted with professionalism and tact. She cooperated very well with me and I felt that we understood each other well.

If I had one word to describe the level of service provided by your firm, it'd be "WOW". This was my first experience with estate planning and I was impressed by your team's assistance throughout the process. You'll be the first firm that comes to mind when friends and family ask for recommendations! I liked that we were able to accomplish what I needed virtually as it would be a trek to make it to your office. I have a friend who is thinking of getting an estate plan in place also and she's relieved to hear from me that it can be accomplished virtually.

Shounbach was actually my second law firm throughout my year and a half custody case. I was referred to them by a close friend after my first lawyer was not meeting my expectations. ShounBach took very good care of me throughout my entire case. Daniel Schy went above and beyond while representing me. I felt he recognized the real issues and voiced my concerns in the best way possible. I received a better outcome than I thought could be achieved!!!

I very recently completed my horrific divorce... and my lawyer, Tom Velarde, is one of the few reasons I’m still standing tall and living each day gratefully today. He’s smart, fierce, determined, caring, honest, and truly works his butt off. (He’s also very good at making you laugh when you most need it.) His concern for me and my children during this process was on a level that I really only ever expected from my best friend and my brothers. In truth, every single person that I had contact with at ShounBach, from the receptionists to my paralegals, were outstanding in every way. And while I sincerely hope I’ll never need their services again, I would go back in a heartbeat if required. Divorce sucks... but Tom, Angie and everyone else up at SB works really hard to make it as manageable as humanly possible.

Everyone at the Geller Law Group was extremely courteous and responsive. They addressed all of our questions and concerns - we would highly recommend them for estate planning.