I paid them my savings. I feel like an idiot. You will too…read moreif you hire them. Check the BBB and REAL reviews. Public defender would have done better and spent more time on the case. Mayes Telles and Chris Culbert leave a bad taste in my mouth.

I retained Meyes Telles in early 2025 after being contacted about a potential unemployment-related…read moreinvestigation. I paid $6,782 up front based on the understanding that this would cover the investigative phase and early representation. During my consultation, the conversations repeatedly emphasized that my "future," "freedom," and "life" were at risk if I didn't retain the firm immediately. At the time I was scared and vulnerable, and looking back, the tone now feels unnecessarily alarm-driven given how my case ultimately resolved. Over the following months, very little seemed to happen on my case, but I was still charged recurring $500 "criminal investigation minimum" fees plus additional charges for brief emails and short calls on top of that. My understanding of a "minimum fee" was that it would apply only when less than that amount of work occurred, not as an extra charge added regardless of activity. The wording in the agreement felt unclear, and the way the fee was applied didn't feel consistent. When I requested a full accounting, the billing appeared fragmented across many tiny time entries in months where the minimum fee was also added. I asked for clarification and said clearly that I wanted to resolve my questions internally and amicably first. After one reply from the firm, my follow-up request went unanswered. When the matter finally became a formal case, I was then told I would need to pay an additional $15,000 for "pre-trial work," even though only one hearing was expected. This was never clearly disclosed at the beginning, and it felt like a sudden financial surprise at the worst possible moment. I had also previously been told that unused funds would roll forward if the case escalated -- but when I asked about that, the explanation changed completely. At that point I no longer felt comfortable remaining with the firm. I hired a new attorney for $3,500. Within one round of plea negotiations, we obtained a highly favorable resolution that removed all felony charges and resulted in a much better outcome than what I had been led to believe was realistic. My new counsel also expressed concern about how the early strategy and billing from my prior representation had been handled, and explained that my situation was actually fairly straightforward -- not the extreme, catastrophic scenario I was initially presented with. Based on my experience, I strongly recommend that anyone considering this firm ask very direct questions about: * what their "monthly minimum" fee actually means in practice * when and how large additional fees may be * whether funds truly roll forward if the case progresses * what realistic case outcomes look like before being told worst-case scenarios I left this experience feeling financially taken advantage of, misled about the severity of my situation, and ignored when I asked reasonable questions about billing. I would not use this firm again.

Excellent lawyer who has done tons of disability cases. Knows all about all of the disability…read moreconditions and the process.

*Stephanie is calming that Yelp is messing with her reviews. There's nothing wrong with all these…read more1-2 star reviews, BECAUSE THEY'RE TRUE! SHE HAS *5-5 STAR REVIEWS AND *25-1 STAR REVIEWS! Apparently she can't do math either. Everything that everyone's saying is true. Your little post about Yelp messing with your reviews is a lie. The truth is YOU SUCK and no one's falling for it. But keep posting it on almost EVERY BAD REVIEW! Trying to lie, again.... 25 times! Photos attached. AVOID AT ALL COSTS! They don't even deserve one star. This "law firm" and "Lawyer" Stephanie Lake are ABSOLUTELY HORRIBLE! DO NOT HIRE THEM!!! The lawyer is rude, unprofessional and doesn't do her job. They have been "helping me" with my disability case and have done absolutely nothing but send me the same paperwork I get from Disability directly, and just add a cover letter. They NEVER contact you! I haven't spoken with, or been contacted by, anyone from their office since September of 2023. It's now 2025 and I had to call them! I've called Stephanie twice, years apart, and she NEVER called me back. The office staff is the rudest I've ever dealt with. The woman I spoke to was rude, talked down to me, wouldn't let me talk and when I did get a word in she just yelled over me. It was a horrible experience. Then, I finally get a call from Stephanie today and she's a total B*TCH. All I wanted was an update on my case because I have NEVER RECEIVED ANY INFORMATION from them. Since 2021. NOTHING! And that's when her head exploded and she went psycho. She started yelling at me telling me everything was my fault. She lied and said I hadn't been turning in my paperwork, which I had. She literally went nuts. I think it's because I figured out the scam. She had nothing to show me because they hadn't done anything about my case. She didn't even know who I was. They take cases and then do as little as possible. Then she FIRED me as a client, wouldn't let me speak, and then HUNG UP ON ME! Like a child. She's supposed to be professional. Is that way she should be treating her Clients? She's crazy and should be nowhere near a court room. I was going to her to help me and all she did was make things worse for me. I have a very serious mental health condition and Stephine should have know that if she actually read my case. I don't need her and her crappy office people making me feel worse! In closing I just want to say AVOID THIS LAW FIRM AND STEPHANIE LAKE. Rudest, most unprofessional group of people I've ever encountered. They don't do their jobs and they're rude as hell on top of it. When you're sick and trying to get disability you need someone compassionate on your side. She IS NOT that person. I beg you to find someone else. Oh and report her to the Bar of Arizona. I am!

I want to recommend this law office to anyone who needs an attorney with Disability cases. Anna was…read moremy lead attorney. The experience was professional and the staff top notch . My introduction was with Emma and she got me started in the process and was very professional and friendly and put me at ease . After that I was interviewed and accepted . Jody was the person that was always there for me whenever I needed guidance or help with anything. She always made herself available. My case went from February 2024 to March 2026 . There were a lot of doctor appointments to qualify along the way . Leslie who was under Anna also worked with me when Jody was unavailable which was not often . Eric helped with a situation once . The entire team is thorough and professional and I would recommend to firm to anyone ! James Kaat Client

I called to get information about Social Security disability. I am rapidly approaching not being…read moreable to work. I wanted to "front load" and know how to prepare for the process going forward. I was told by their intake lady, these attorneys wouldn't consult with me until I was out of work for about 5 months. Thats crazy! I just want to prepare for the inevitable...I explained I was likely going to be out of work within the next 3 months.

The whole team at Wyatt Injury Law was fantastic. They handled everything and made the process…read moreeasy for me. I had contacted many personal injury attorneys (the big names you see on billboards and buses) and no one would take my case. If it wasn't for my cousin convincing me to pursue this personal injury case I wouldn't have followed through. It took months to find Wyatt Injury Law but well worth it. Don't hesitate to give them a call.

My husband was in a accident at work and a family friend referred us to Justin. We went and spoke…read morewith Justin and he told us the process and what was going to happen and that him and his staff would take care of everything and just to focus on recovering and getting better. Justin and his staff was absolutely amazing and always kept us in the loop of everything that was going on, if we had questions they would call or email us back right away. We are glad we choose Wyatt Injury Law to our case. Thank you Justin & your staff for everything.

Jim is an amazing attorney. He is always available to answer questions and has very practical…read moreadvice. I probably recommend both Jim and Krystal once a week, which shows how much I respect them both. You could never hope for a better attorney to be in your corner.

To anyone that is considering retaining James F. Kahn. I would like to inform you that this is my…read morepersonal experience!! James Kahn was referred to me by another attorney and was absolutely a BAD attorney!! I paid this man $2610.00 to represent me in my bankruptcy case and I was un able to speak with him accept when he met with me to sign the agreement and take my money. Mr. Kahn assigned my case to his associate Krystal Ahart who was a very bad and, rude, ignorant, not professional and extremely incompetent!! They fictitiously served me with a bill ( $950.00 ) demanding more money besides what was agreed in the signed agreement which I paid already. They never answered my emails or questions pertaining to my filing. James Kahn then proceeded with withdrawing himself from my case before my meeting of creditors which is the most important meeting after he was paid in full!! James Kahn appeared with me because I told him it's in the agreement and I paid for him to be there . While at the meeting James Kahn never represented me correctly and let a creditor ask many questions not pertaining to the bankruptcy which hurt my case in front of the bankruptcy trustee. Then handed me another bill for $300.00. James Kahn never objected to any questions which his job is to protect me. I feel very strongly that James Kahn and his associate hurt me in my case and haven't received any discharge as of yet. I have made a formal complaint with the Arizona bar and investigation has been launched against James Kahn and Krystal Ahart. They are very incompetent and fraudulently attempt to get more money out of you after you have signed agreement !!! Don't retain this attorney or his associate what's so ever!! If you would like to contact me please email me at johncaplaw1@gmail.com

Steve Tutnick mismanaged our trust and was very rude and disrespectful to me, as successor trustee…read more I would never recommend him for your personal trust business.

From the owner: Estate Planning Lawyer with 20 years experience in Arizona creates revocable living trust and other…read moreestate planning documents for reasonable cost.

I was very impressed with the services, and the attention that was given to my case and all my…read moreconcerns. I Would definitely recommend Haul Law. I want say again Thank You very much. Charles Turner

I am a very happy client of Hauf Law! From the first intake interview with Adam,…read moreto working with Bedyette and Joelle and the rest of the team together they brought clarity to the bankruptcy system. They answered all of my questions, explain what was happening at each step and were always there for me. It was a great feeling knowing that I had this team in my corner. I highly recommend Hauf Law and I am very Grateful this experience. Respectfully, Frank C

It has been an utter nightmare trying to work with Eric Schmidt and his law firm "Schmidt Law…read moreGroup". I first met with paralegal, Alvaro Vasquez, who I found to be highly personable and professional, so I signed with the firm. I thought the firm only took 30% of the settlement as payment, as most attorneys do.. Mr Schmidt took 45%. Meaning he took almost 1/2 of all the funds before paying the bills. Sadly, I made huge mistake not meeting Eric Schmidt in person prior to signing with the firm. When I originally came to discuss my case, I thought I would be meeting with Mr. Schmidt. I was wrong. Al Vasquez basically stated Mr. Schmidt stepped out of the office, and wasn't available. I wish I would have seen that as a red flag, yet with hindsight I see my error. The next time I called the Schmidt Law Group, I was told Alvaro Vasquez no longer worked for the firm, and spoke with Eloisa Garcia. Eloisa had me running all over town collecting all my medical records and bills. She told me it would be much quicker and save Mr. Schmidt money which would lower the costs in settlement. With hindsight I realized this was totally unprofessional of Schmidt Law Group to do. It wasn't my responsibility to do the work of a paralegal. I don't remember how much time passed, yet soon after submitting my medical bills and records, Eloisa stopped answering the phone. No one else returned my phone calls or emails. Months went by with no r communications. I started leaving telephone messages weekly, along with emails. Then suddenly, one day when I called someone answered, and then every time I called the law group there was someone new answering the phone. If anyone did answer the phone messages either didn't get to Mr. Schmidt, or he chose not to return my calls. I really just wanted to get an update on the status of my case and became concerned when no one answered the phone. It also became obvious Mr. Schmidt appeared not to be able to keep any of his staff. I also want to point out was that some of the paralegals working for Mr. Schmidt were extremely rude, and unprofessional. Most had no idea who I was or what my case was about. I believe it took about two years before I actually spoke directly with Mr. Schmidt. When I did speak with Mr. Schmidt, he was often rude and abrupt. When I attempted to complain about how my case was being handled, Mr. Schmidt attacked my personhood. My case took four years to settle. I've dealt with the legal system (civil cases) in the past. Never did I experience anything like this. There are so many other attorneys in Arizona, if you're searching for an attorney you might be better served elsewhere. I personally believe all clients should be heard and be treated with dignity and respect. This wasn't my experience with the Schmidt Law Group.

These guys area complete joke...9 years to settle a case and then nearly 50% in fees.....I would…read moreNEVER use these clowns again.