Caveat emptor. I strongly believe everyone is good at heart. However, what I walked into was…read moreseemingly not a law firm. If you like hiring an attorney who files to have your house sold a year after it was sold, and a junior attorney who perhaps ruins your entire life because they are upset about their own lack of accountability, then go with Jonathon. Ask why you cannot leave a voicemail. Ask why there is no mechanism to make you aware of filings. I very strongly suggest due diligence. I think there are decent people here who may have indecent personal matters going on, but those were never disclosed to me and forced me into a financially untenable legal position. Withdrawing a day before he told me--and before the trial was complete--is client betrayal and unacceptable.

# A Devastating Failure of Advocacy During the Most Critical Time of My Life…read more I am writing this review under my own name because people deserve to understand my experience. My litigation has now been ongoing for over two years, and since my representation by Jonathan Marks, I have consulted with multiple highly respected attorneys in Missouri regarding the events that occurred during my case really before it even started. The consistent concern I have heard is not simply about the outcome, but about the process, the lack of preparation, the lack of communication, and decisions that I believe were made without my informed consent. I hired an attorney to protect me during one of the most financially and personally catastrophic periods of my life. My companies were under attack, my financial world was unraveling, and I was navigating an extremely complex divorce and business matter involving significant assets and consequences. Despite the seriousness and complexity of the situation, critical decisions were made before a full financial record had even been developed before the court and before substantive divorce proceedings had truly begun. A temporary arrangement was entered that, in my view, mirrored major settlement terms and impacted significant rights and claims without the level of analysis, preparation, and consultation I expected from my counsel and in a hearing that it belonged. What remains most disturbing to me is how those decisions were reached. Negotiations and conversations occurred outside my presence and without my express authorization. My civil attorney, who was present and actively involved in related matters, was not brought into those discussions once. When I expressed that I wanted to address my concerns directly before the judge rather than simply accept what was being presented because. everything changed, I did not feel my position was advocated for. in fact I was yelled at while my entire life was on fire. Instead of receiving guidance and protection during a moment of extreme fear and distress, I felt pressured, unheard, and overwhelmed and expressed so. I was facing the potential loss of millions of dollars and years of work that I had built, and I needed an attorney who would fully explain my options, and aggressively protect my interests. No attorney can guarantee a perfect result. That is not my criticism. My criticism is that a client should never leave a critical proceeding feeling they did not understand the consequences of what they were agreeing to or that their own concerns were dismissed. He was fired shortly after I should have ran not walked away from this horrific attorney. The consequences of those decisions have been enormous. I continue to document what I believe exceeds seven figures in financial and business-related damages connected to this period of litigation. The professional, financial, and personal impact has been profound, and years later I am still uncovering and working to repair the damage and my case is not done due to this very event. Based on my experience, I would never retain Jonathan Marks again. If you are considering hiring him, I strongly encourage you to ask difficult questions, demand complete transparency, ensure all significant decisions are thoroughly explained, and make sure your own voice remains central in every major decision affecting your future. He only care about billing you and threatening you if you question his attitude.

Mr. Charles Taylor is an expert attorney! He has assisted my husband and I on two different…read moreoccasions. He is very knowledgeable, kind and personable. He treated us with respect and kindness from the first moment we met him. When circumstances were difficult, he had the ability to put us at ease. He showed tremendous concern and support when he found out we were military veterans and that really meant a great deal! We have and will continue to highly recommend him to our family and friends and all veterans! Antonio and Mary Borjas

I want to express my sincere appreciation for the excellent service provided by the Taylor Law…read moreFirm. Mr. Charles Taylor extended kindness, consideration, and professionalism in assisting me with my legal matter. Mr. Taylor guided me step by step through the legal process and was always available to answer all my questions and to ease my concerns. You can be sure that if I ever require legal assistance again, The Taylor Law Firm will be my first choice.

I just want to thank Monica & her amazing team. They have been a pleasure to work with, always…read morewilling to assist you, making things work, & assure you have an understanding on the process. She was very up front about everything and such a great attorney overall. Communicating with Monica was simple, if she was not available at the moment, she always got back to you super fast. I recommend her to everyone needing any attorney assistance. 10/10

I can't say enough about Monica Smith. Her and her office have been very thorough and prompt in…read moreeverything they do. Most of the time Monica responded within minutes of sending her an email. Our marriage has visa with my wife in Vietnam is going faster than expected partly because of Monica. When Monica was on vacation her assistant Gemma was on the ball.

So knowledgable and personal..Actually, find while staff easy to interact with. To me a plus at a…read moretime when emotions seem to be in control.. Thanks to Brian and staff for their guidance and sensitivity. I would and have highly recommend Langley Law Firm.

Great law firm! Brian is great to work with. It's easy to communicate with the office at any time…read moreand always get a response. Communication is awesome and get all updates as they happen. 10 out of 10 recommend!

I've used Cordell and Cordell since 2012 for divorce, a motion to modify, etc. Most recently, I've…read moreused Julia K O'Connor, and she's been fantastic. She's professional! She gets personal with your case, you're not just another case file. She's very responsive, whether it be by email, text or a phone call. I appreciate that very much, considering I'm such an anxious person. She's honest, she will shoot it to you straight, which is also appreciative.

I'm using Cordell & Cordell right now an Julia O'Connor is my attorney. She is very efficient to my…read moresituation. She answers my emails an text messages as soon as she can. She is a hard working attorney out to help me as much as possible in achieving my goals. I would recommend her an Cordell & Cordell to everyone.

When you need help in talking to another person (whatever the reason).. this is the mediator to go…read moreto. Ms. Magruder is great at getting people on the same page so that they can work things out. A more caring person you will not find. Only does non-contested divorces and mediation, which indicates that fighting it out is never a good idea and a waste of money. The fact that she is an instructor at Saint Louis University and teaches across the US says that she is well respected in her field.

Took the time to hear about my case and told me what he thinks I needed to do. Very helpful!read more

I needed immediate assistance with verifying and investigating new hire employees and contacted…read moreShadow Company Investigations. My company deals in critical infrastructure so the need for this type of investigation was serious and immediate. Not only did Shadow Company provide such an outstanding service, they did it quickly, reliably, and accurately. We will use them in the future.

If you are a man I would not use this lawyer.. she does not treat or take men seriously.. jenna is…read morealmost impossible to get a hold of. She very rarely returns phone calls If you are a male gong thru a divorce please do not use this office. You need a lawyer that's better suited for men!

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