Got the job done! Was always on top of things and was very respectful. Never talked down on me…read morelike other lawyers.

A lawyer who communicates with her clients,A lawyer you can Trust , The lawyer who is on " Your…read moreTeam " from start to finish !! Professional, experienced & trustworthy !!!

I attempted to use his service through my company's EAP. I booked an appointment and was emailed a…read moreform with tons of personal information including social security number. They wanted me to send that info in an insecure email, I told them they can take down whatever info they need during our phone call. At this point I hadn't even decided if I wanted to use their services, I just wanted a consult and did not feel comfortable sharing this with them, particularly over an insecure, unencrypted email. The attorney never called for our scheduled time. Extremely unprofessional do not recommend.

Waste of money....I paid alot of money for not much lawyer or service. I wasn't kept informed or…read moresuch. My calls took days to be returned if at all and when I called to check on anything the girls in the office were rude and it seemed to be an effort for them to do anything. Mr Zipp seemed to counsel more than he lawyered, if I wanted a therapist I would have hired one. I regret hiring Mr Zipp and I wouldn't recommend them either.

Daniel is an excellent criminal law attorney. He represented a family member who faced serious…read moretime, and he was able to get them probation. Daniel knows the law and the judicial system. I highly recommend Daniel if you need a criminal law attorney.

Daniel is the absolute best around! He has gone over and beyond to help my family. He is tough as…read morenails while also empathic, understanding and personable. We are beyond grateful we connected with him through the hand full of local attorneys who told us how excellent he is.

want to send a shout out to the Law Office of Kimbel L Brown and Stefanie Villarreal. I have seen…read moreso much good come from their office. In a field that is labeled full of greed, I can confidently say their office is more about living for purpose than for the paycheck. Today I reached out about an issue with a Vietnam vet, and without skipping a beat, she was ready to help in any way they could. I want to point out several things I've witnessed from this office: 1. An elderly man who reached out, because he needed help with paperwork but everyone wanted to charge an arm and a leg. He walked into their office and they showed him exactly what to do online, free of charge. 2. An elderly lady walked in looking for legal help. They could not assist her legally, but during the conversation she had shared that her vehicle broke down in De Soto. After she left, Stefanie and her boss gathered money for a bus ticket and she found her and brought her to the bus station, also giving her what cash she had on her. She went further and called a shop in De Soto to look at the car to see if the expenses could be covered. 3. She posted the desire of their office to have a day to do a free clinic to prepare wills for single moms, in honor, and following the passing, of Brandi Webb. 4. They donated free legal services to help raise money for a local family who lost their home in a fire. 5. And on a personal level- the first time I met her, I complimented something of hers and she gave me one!! I could go on and on, but truly, I'm beyond grateful to see the heart and soul poured out by this office, and hope that if you are ever needing legal representation, be sure to put them on the top of your list

From the owner: Family Law and Criminal Law, with Wills, Probate, Contracts.read more

My husband and I were serving overseas when a legal issue that occurred 19 years ago was identified…read moreas unresolved by a family friend. We quickly looked for legal counsel to help resolve the issue but could not find a lawyer that was willing to deal with the challenge of communicating with us while stationed outside the US. In addition, my husband and I began to feel like we were dealing with law firms that were treating us as though we were just another number in the legal system. Furthermore, we found that other firms were unwilling to discuss their course of action to correct our legal issue. Just as we began to lose hope, family friends living in the New Braunfels area recommended that we inquire about legal representation with Mrs. Brown and her team. The firm immediately presented a solution to our issue and went out of their way to make us feel comfortable. Our case was quickly resolved in much less time than other legal firms projected. Moreover, Marilee went out of her way to help our family remove any history of the issue on the internet. The members of this firm are nothing less than outstanding. I recommend Marilee's representation to anyone looking for straight forward solutions to legal issues from people who care.

My husband and I were in a horrific accident that resulted in a near head on collision that…read morecompletely totaled our truck and travel trailer. The insurance company for the driver, Elephant insurance, refused to pay some of the medical bills to include plastic surgery for the scars on my face, and repeatedly ignored my calls and emails over a two year period in an attempt to run through to the statute of limitations. I couldn't find an attorney that would take my case. All with excuses, but with only one week to the deadline, I searched again and had the great fortune of finding and retaining Ms Hazel. All I can say is, wow. She jumped right in and investigated every possible avenue to get this situation resolved, to include my own insurance company that withheld funds. This is a gal that knows what she is doing and not afraid to go after those responsible. I'm in awe, and will absolutely recommend her to my family and friends. I hope I'm never in a situation like this again, but if I am, she will be my first phone call.

I'm so grateful for finding Ms. Hazel Brown Law Firm. I picked Ms. Hazel Brown based on her years…read moreof experience in family and civil law. Her expertise and dedication towards my case helped me feel at ease and confidence when going to court. I've h'red Hazel Brown Law Firm three times over 10 years. I would highly recommend and I'm grateful that I had Hazel Brown Law Firm in my corner.

My husband and I were serving overseas when a legal issue that occurred 19 years ago was identified…read moreas unresolved by a family friend. We quickly looked for legal counsel to help resolve the issue but could not find a lawyer that was willing to deal with the challenge of communicating with us while stationed outside the US. In addition, my husband and I began to feel like we were dealing with law firms that were treating us as though we were just another number in the legal system. Furthermore, we found that other firms were unwilling to discuss their course of action to correct our legal issue. Just as we began to lose hope, family friends living in the New Braunfels area recommended that we inquire about legal representation with Mrs. Brown and her team. The firm immediately presented a solution to our issue and went out of their way to make us feel comfortable. Our case was quickly resolved in much less time than other legal firms projected. Moreover, Marilee went out of her way to help our family remove any history of the issue on the internet. The members of this firm are nothing less than outstanding. I recommend Marilee's representation to anyone looking for straight forward solutions to legal issues from people who care.

Save your money and go with a public defender . Take the second plea it'll be better than anything…read morethis lawyer can do for you. He talks a smooth game and requires paid in full to take you to trial, but he won't show up prepared . 14k to hold your hand and bend over to anything thrown at him. He'll say he's expensive because he good, but that is not what my experience proved to be true. Two yrs this lawyer had to create a defense . The discovery was in his lap. During trial he took long pauses and scrambled through his notes as the jury's eyes glazed over. Arguing points that were useless because he had no strategy . There was no cross examination, he said the jury didn't want to see that . The excuses and dismissal never stopped. There was no preparation or coaching before I hit the stand. I was allowed to be badgered because he hadn't used the discovery to object. When we tried to work with him and point out reasonable doubt he should be using that was obtained in discovery, he really showed his thin skin. He said he was the professional and we were throwing him off of his game. There was a process. He didn't know of my paralegal degree and that I saw through is incompetence. He was extremely disrespectful to my mother. He brought up other cases and how the families always get upset with him. Now we know why, this is a pattern. You are up against a shark of a DA that will come with strategy , confidence and preparation. He was impressive to watch in action I'll give the DA that. They will eat this lawyer for lunch. It was very obvious to everyone in that court room that this lawyer has zero game. Again instead of any accountability he will flip sides. He chose a part of discovery that fed the prosecution instead of listening and putting in the discovery that disapproved the witnesses testimony . His attempt of showing me he held the power and how insecure he really is . I saw ego not a defense for his client. He relied solely on the spirit of the law and the jury's empathy. As now I can never use my paralegal degree I know, you play the letter of the law against the letter. You have to give the jury a way out to still hold loyalty to the letter of the law, that we all collectively agree is just. The trail could have led into the next day yet he still double booked his time. So I had to wait another 45 days for the sentencing. He buckled down in sentencing for me not share my truth. Telling me I could upset the judge when really he was scared again he would be humiliated by his lack of preparation. When going from the beginning saying all the right things he now had a different tone. Instead of apologizing or taking any accountability he called me angry and tried to fully put the blame on me. Calling me angry for just stating his inability for humility. If you're going to go to trial, you better make sure you win or you will be punished harsher than the plea deal. This lawyer is a guaranteed fail. He does not have the resources or time to give his clients. He will tell you he knows the judge as if he is good with him but I saw frustration from the judge. My story was never fully told because of this lawyers incompetence. You can fight with an appeal but after a five yr old case and 14k with this lawyer who has the finances or mental strength to keep fighting. You take your punishment and you keep going in a positive manner. This lawyer is a backwoods paper pusher with a smooth tongue.

I'm a Client from out of town…read more.. I should have written a review before now, but I'm taking the time out. Darren Umphrey's Law Office practices with the utmost level of integrity. While we are still navigating through the legal system, it has been a pleasure to work with a team that cares so much about their clients. Angela always returns my calls and I honestly can't say enough good things about this office. When we had to look for legal help, I knew from the first consult that Darren cares about people and justice. It is important to choose a lawyer with experience and integrity. I'm thankful that we were able to find this office. If you need assistance with this county and are local or from out of town ( like me), I endorse Darren. Thanks for all you do to help, we will keep on fighting the good fight for sure.

Casteel & Associates is neither efficient nor client-focused, and they show little interest in…read moreresolving cases in a timely manner. They take what could be a relatively peaceful and straightforward process and turn it into an expensive, drawn-out conflict over items that often end up where they started. Excessive paperwork and poor communication with opposing counsel on straightforward matters frequently lead to increased billable hours and a more contentious case. Instead of reaching out for negotiations by telephone or correspondence, Casteel tends to file for court dates, using combative language that states "opposing counsel has been unwilling..." without ever attempting to negotiate. Like most attorneys, going to court incurs a minimum of $2,000 from your retainer. However, with Casteel, you may find yourself making multiple trips without ever actually seeing a judge. Instead, you will likely wait in a conference room for hours while the attorneys negotiate back and forth, eventually reaching an agreement that could have been proposed and accepted weeks earlier through a couple of conversations--making the court trip entirely unnecessary. Barron is an average attorney at best and often displays laziness. Discussions with other attorneys in town will likely validate this assessment. Carter, on the other hand, is a competent attorney but has a tendency to engage in disputes over virtually anything, regardless of its significance. She prefers fighting over negotiating, making it a costly process for even the simplest items that could be settled easily. It's essential to understand that not every aspect of a case has to be contentious; finding middle ground allows for greater willingness to compromise on more significant issues. Casteel frequently relies on temporary orders, which serve as rules of engagement until the case is finalized. More rules equate to more expenses and unnecessary tension. They will file motions requesting obscure and restrictive conditions without any supporting evidence, only to advise you later in court to concede to more generous terms. This approach is a waste of both time and money. During mediation, which is meant to facilitate compromise towards a final agreement, Casteel tends to focus on unnecessary temporary orders instead of discussing anything final. Their goal during mediation appears to be avoiding a resolution, as final settlements would not generate additional fees for them. Barron and Carter often swap cases, meaning that Barron could be your attorney while Carter represents you at mediation. Unfortunately, they do not communicate effectively about the details of the case, wasting time by rehashing events from months prior. Moreover, Carter may reopen previous agreements, choosing to fight for a different direction than what Barron previously agreed upon. They will request extensive discovery information from the opposing party while openly admitting that they do not review it unless it goes to court. Understanding both the strengths and weaknesses of the case is crucial in finding agreement outside of a courtroom. However, their team often spends an excessive amount of billable hours "reviewing" your own discovery response, which will ultimately be submitted incomplete to opposing counsel. This incompleteness leads to further requests and additional billable hours to respond. While it may not be accurate to label Casteel as a bad firm, they clearly capitalize on billable hours and lack a sense of urgency when it comes to settling cases.

I called to see if I could schedule a consultation to see what my my options are and to decide if I…read morewanted to retain them and represent me with my legal issue. The consultation fee is a flat $250, which I wouldn't mind paying if I decided to retain them, but not if it's just an initial consultation! I'm glad I didn't because I look at some of the reviews now and it's disheartening

Outstanding service. Very knowledgeable and. fairly priced. I have used them for advice on wills…read moreand trusts. They drafted powers of attorney and HIPPAA documents for both of my young adult sons before they left town for college as well. I highly recommend the services of this law office.

I have worked with countless real estate attorneys both representing me and representing other…read moreclients over the years. I tried Neal Linnartz after my attorney went into semi-retirement. I was scared to death to try a new guy but from the minute I met him I knew immediately that he would have my best interest in mind. He does not talk to you like a regular attorney does. He talks to you in plain English and gives you clear options. I was so happy to have found this guy and I just hope he does not get too busy to quit working with me! He has been awesome. Dr Schwarze