After having negative experiences with other attorneys in the Richmond area, we hired DeFazio Bal…read moreto take over our case in family court. Mary McLaurin went above and beyond to make sure we got a favorable outcome. Her key attention to details in reviewing documents was part of major successes throughout litigation. Her professionalism and extensive knowledge of the law was impressive. She took the time to go through every outcome and scenario possible in our case explaining all of the pros/cons along the way. Most importantly, as her clients, we felt heard and understood about our endgame throughout settlement negotiations. She fought for us every step of the way and in the end we couldn't be more satisfied with the result. Highly recommend Mary and the Defazio Bal Firm. Nupur and Dottie were instrumental in our case as well.

Felt pressured to settle by Mr Marcus and Naylor. Because they weren't typically local to my area,…read morethey seemed to get out maneuvered repeatedly. He never could remember when I was available to talk. He expected me to talk at his convenience. He repeatedly scheduled events such as depositions when it was difficult and awkward for me to get time off either by not consulting me on scheduling or not remembering what I told him. I walked a shaky line with my government job. Really only seemed interested in an easy pay day. He had no human empathy for the chronic pain the accident left me in. He seemed to assume that it was an act. It always surprised him when I mentioned it. Finally despite settling before he had to do much work on the case (he specifically stated such at the settlement hearing), he took 40% including off the money I had to pay back to my health insurance and the money he took for costs so he ended up with more money than I did. I would never use him again.

I highly recommend Attorney Naylor. He was empathetic, supportive, and provided meaningful…read morerecommendations for how to best proceed regarding a complicated case. He is a great attorney and trusted advisor. Thank you!

I told Paige and Christopher Toepp he was ruining the reputation of attorneys…read more I see the question what went well. The answer is everything .The quality of service Mr. Toepp and everyone I worked with at Allen and Allen set the bar very high for all attorneys. The value of what he did for me is priceless.. He munderstood the pressure I was under and my situation and went to work to close my case and get me some desperately needed cash, including willing to cut his fee and bring the check to my home.. I trust them with any legal situation and will always turn to them first and last for any legal situation and needs. If there's a way they will find it If not, they will tell you. He saved me in more ways than I can put in this review.. I had no idea how I was going make it through the next day and then he shows up with a check. Talking about turning lemons into lemonade. I did not give him a lot to work with and in the beginning I expected nothing All I can say is I know everything he did was from his heart he is all heart and I am forever, grateful Sincerely, Lynn Lamb.

I got rear ended and my car totaled. I was recommended to Allen & Allen and I am so happy I did…read more My attorney Ryan Wind was phenomenal and of course Laura Givens his assistant was awesome. I barely had to do a thing, Laura kept me updated and Ryan worked so hard behind the scenes. This is the first time I have been in a situation like this and was nervous, but they put me right at ease and were an absolute delight to have work on my behalf. I would 100% recommend them. They turned a horrible situation into a happy one for me and they will do the same for you.

I am writing this review a little late, but I would 100% recommend Mr. Galanides for any animal…read morecase! I went to him, after searching and talking to 7 different law firms, and he took my case on and reassured me in every way possible. I was desperate and clueless, and he was so easy to talk to and helped me through the process. even his assistant was so sweet and kind and listened to my rambling! I value honest people. I value honest work and not people who try to rip you off. He was very fair priced and had amazing communication. :)

If you value competent representation, responsiveness, or even basic professionalism, avoid Paul C…read more Galanides like the plague--seriously, I'd rather go through another pandemic than hire him again. I made the mistake of trusting Paul to represent me during a legal case that occurred at the height of the pandemic. He showed up **minutes** before my trial started, completely unprepared, and had the audacity to ask *me* to remind him about the details of my case. I'm sorry, aren't *you* supposed to be the one who knows my case inside and out? It was painfully obvious he hadn't done his homework, and I was left feeling like I was defending myself. After the trial, instead of a debrief or any real guidance about the outcome and how it would affect me moving forward, Paul just vanished into thin air. He didn't explain the implications of the court's decision, didn't offer any help for future issues, and left me completely in the dark. Years later, when complications arose from the case (which I could have been prepared for if he had actually done his job), I tried to contact him repeatedly--via email, phone calls, and voicemails. You'd think a lawyer with *any* sense of duty would respond, but no. Paul Galanides straight-up ghosted me, leaving me to deal with the fallout on my own. Save yourself the stress, the frustration, and the disappointment--**do not hire Paul Galanides**. He's not just a bad lawyer; he's a lawyer who actively makes your life harder by ignoring you when you need him most. Absolutely unprofessional and a total waste of time and money.

It was surprisingly hard to find family law services in Richmond without getting charged a fortune…read moreor jumping through a number of unnecessary hoops. I was pleased with my experience here - to the point, simplified and felt it was very good value for the services rendered. Happy to recommend them

I was referred my another lawyer to get the may 2nd court transcript and fill out the application…read morehe gave me & complain to the va bar association regarding poor services and attitude for my $850 fee.Not for a refund but to share my concerns as to how he did/did not handle my case! I am forced to give 1 star for this review to post.

I found myself in a severe situation and fight with a foreclosure company and private investors who…read morebought my house at auction I had lived in for 35 years. Coming down to the wire Alexander Hamilton Ayers stepped in and offered his help. Although I ended up losing my home, Alexander Ayers handled my appeal and receive the best terms I ever could have expected from the judge in the case. He also was instrumental in helping me receive my access funds from the auction. If you need a good trial attorney I would highly recommend Ayers and Stolte. At a very reasonable cost I would add.

These are not real attorneys, this is a con. Alexander Ayers was paid $1200 online to handle my…read moreeviction case a month ago and that was the end of that. No legal action has been taken on my part and my money gone. Don't let it happen to you!!

I had a great experience with Katie and Molly. last year when I was involved in an accident at…read morework. I called around to multiple lawyer's offices and none of the big names in the area would take it (saying there was no case- but not Katie - She took it and told me she could help - Which she did and went over and beyond in my case. Her and Molly were great and stayed persistent and didn't leave me in the dark.

Great experience at Renfro & Renfro. Professionals who know what they're doing. Courteous,…read morerespectful & honest. We retained them to update our wills (when they still prepared them) but when life got busy and we didn't send them the necessary documents, we received a refund check for the amount of our deposit. I'm not sure any other law firm would have done that. Now that's honest and fair. Thanks Renfro & Renfro.