Accepted my money but basically gave up on my Custody case even though we had a slam dunk easy win…read more My lawyer told me that the opposing party was difficult to deal with and that I may have to deal with them forever. Yes your job is to show the courts why I deserve full Custody not complain and make excuses. What kind of firm accepts money but cant provide solutions in the chosen field.

I have used the Shipe Lawfirm in the past year. I have to say from the start at intake to the final…read moreoutcome, this is by far the best attorney in the Frederick County area! The beginning is smooth and thorough. Mr. Shipe is personable and asks the right questions and makes you feel at ease. The outcome was A+ for me and he guided me thru every step along the way. The part that stands out to me is that while he is busy he takes the time to answer an email and a phone call. Today i had a question, a year later and he jumped on the phone to answer and didn't rush me off. The fees are on point for the services offered, his team is just really great all around. HIGHLY recommend! I will use his other services if and when needed. Call them you will not be disappointed. Shannon the receptionist is the nicest out there as well.

When my wife and I decided to divorce after almost 25 years of marriage, Lisa was with me every…read morestep of the way. Her kindness, strength, compassion, and professionalism is the reason I was able to get a desired result with my divorce. My ex-wife and I tried to do as much on our own. When it came down to it we did not agree on a lot of things. Lisa was a real champion for me. I am grateful to have been referred to her from a friend. Her knowledge of policy and divorce and her determination to negotiate for the best possible outcome for me was amazing to behold. When something came up with government pension questions she even brought in colleagues I could trust as much as I trust her. Thank you Lisa for helping me navigate an extremely difficult part of my life. Because of you I am happily divorced and have no regrets as to my divorce decisions.

Lisa is a fantastic attorney who listens to the clients' perspective. She is understanding and…read morecompassionate, while able to outline the legal steps necessary to reach your goals. She's realistic with a legal perspective and your super strong advocate. She is extremely knowledgeable and well versed in divorce law; yet easy to talk with at the same time. Her approach and demeanor will keep you at ease at a super challenging time. She is always in your corner....

I have been through the divorce process and I hired this firm and didn't do a good job. Failed to…read morestrongly negotiating on behalf of my interest and I regrated to hire this firm.

Jennifer Dayton represented me and she was amazing. A high-quality attorney who knows what she's…read moredoing and will impress you in court. Her expertise is criminal defense. I would no doubt use her again. This firm is professional and also treats you like a person instead of a number. I recommend.

Lisa was recommended to me by a Lawyer friend, Dawn Gould. Lisa had a great read off of us from the…read morestart. She realized that we were as amicable as one could be during a divorce/separation and tended to our unique situation. She had a free phone consultation with us first to make us feel comfortable with the next steps. She set expectations and learned more about our situation. She was accommodating with our schedule and even rushed to give us last minute child support numbers right before running out for vacation. Communication was smooth and she responded to our emails in a timely fashion. She ensured that we felt comfortable during every session, and even gave us the freedom to pull her aside, to discuss frustrations privately. She was relate-able and had some great insight to help us stay focused on what really matters. I would definitely recommend her for anyone wanting a smooth mediation.

From the owner: Creekside Mediation is a dedicated, family-centered mediation practice specializing in divorce,…read morecustody, marital property, parenting plans and family contracts.

Elizabeth and staff were very friendly and attentive to me and my case. I would recommend her…read moreoffice.

I hired Ms. Stup to represent me during my divorce and custody case. She claimed to put family…read morefirst and I obviously felt confident in her abilities when I hired her. But that quickly changed. Ms. Stup did not seem to know how to handle my complicated case. We had documentation of my husbands addiction, as he recounted it, and enough testimony to ensure that I received primary custody. However, as of three days before my final custody trial, she had not deposed any witnesses, she had not asked for any documentation from me regarding damaging text messages, etc. This was after going to TWO settlement hearings where she just sat quietly while I had to try and stick up for my rights. In the end, she convinced me to agree to sell the family home and allowed my ex husband to keep over two-thirds of his retirement, even though we had been married for 13 years. She was not willing to go up against the best-interest attorney appointed for my children because they were best friends. The best-interest attorney made claims that I was an unfit parent because of my children's school attendance. Ms. Stup told me that if her friend said it, then it must be true and she wasn't willing to collect the evidence I was told by my children's school administrations would help clear my name with the best interest attorney. I paid Ms. Stup $33,000 to basically do nothing. In the end, she was just a glorified file attorney. Because that's all she did - file motions and documents. I fired her three days before the final trial. Consider carefully before you pay her hefty retainer fee.

I have worked with Dave & his firm for over twenty years. I have referred numerous business…read moreclients to him for their professional and their personal matters. He is smart, conscientious and very well respected in our community. He has taken on some rather annoying cases that many attorneys do not touch. When the time came, I entrusted Dave to handle will matters for me and my elderly mother as well as criminal problems that other family members have had. He does not impose criticism or judgment but does give advice and criticism as needed as though he is taking care of his own family.

Dave Grove is a compassionate divorce attorney, but very thorough and aggressive when necessary…read more Could not be more pleased.

Why 5? These guys promptly notarized my document without fail…read more The office has an aesthetic layout and highly promotes New Orleans JAZZ music and the festival. The dog is a nice touch for clients and their children going through hard times. Essentially, think of him as a care and compassion trauma victim assistance type dog. His name is Waldo and he's part Golden retriever. Here's where the 5 really gets better and stronger with all the proper foundation: the attorneys care, provide insightful feedback and ultimately direction. Yep! There was a point when I just couldn't think any longer. I couldn't configure a plan of action as I was wholly overwhelmed and this doesn't happen often, if ever.... well Counsel is 1) proactive, 2) assertive, 3) knowledgeable, 4) timely, 5) diligent, 6) saves ya money, 7) won't draw out and delay a case unnecessarily, 8) talks to you without talking down to folks while explaining the requirements of the law and providing viable options plus notes the downside, 9) actually takes phone calls and responds to emails, and 10) they serve the community by giving back. I do like that most. Detric, Beth, Mimi, Suzanne and Waldo feels less stuffy yet professionally polished to be approachable and family like.

I don't know where my kids or I would be without Beth and her team. Beth is an amazing family law…read moreattorney. Her legal expertise is top-notch and has never steered me wrong. But it is the way she cares about her clients that makes her stand out. She listens. She truely advocates for her clients. She is incredibly fair and and level-headed. Everyone in her office is warm, welcoming and wonderful to work with. No one wants to need a family law attorney, but if you do, you can't go wrong with Beth.