WARNING: Avoid Lisa Batts & Stuart Law Group - Unethical and Untrustworthy…read more Hiring Lisa Batts from Stuart Law Group in Stuart, Florida was the worst decision I made during my divorce. She promised strong representation and fair billing, but what I received was negligence, dishonesty, and a complete lack of care. Lisa failed to communicate, showed no preparation, gave false and misleading information about opposing counsel, and left me unprotected throughout the case. She terminated our attorney-client relationship after finding discrepancies in her billing and she then had the audacity to sue me for additional fees--despite having already overbilled me for work she never completed or even authorized. This wasn't just poor service--it was borderline legal malpractice. Her conduct was unethical, predatory, and could be in direct violation of the Florida Bar's rules of professional conduct. If you're searching for a family law attorney in Stuart, FL--especially for a divorce case--I strongly urge you to look elsewhere. Lisa Batts and Stuart Law Group will overpromise, underdeliver, and exploit you at your most vulnerable. I am speaking out so others don't fall into the same trap. This review is your warning and Yes, Lisa Batts has a documented history of disciplinary action by the Florida Bar. In 2013, the Florida Supreme Court suspended her license for 90 days, effective October 8, 2013, and placed her on probation for three years. This disciplinary action was due to significant trust account violations, including a shortage of approximately $10,000, primarily resulting from erroneous transfers by her bookkeeper. The Bar's audit revealed that Batts failed to maintain the minimum required trust accounting records, did not follow mandatory trust accounting procedures, and inadequately supervised her bookkeeper's handling of the trust account. Further details can be found in the official Supreme Court of Florida disposition order: Additionally, her disciplinary history is noted on her Avvo profile: Given this history, it's crucial for potential clients to be aware of her past professional conduct when considering legal representation. -- Lawrence S.

She beyond sucks. Don't trust her! She couldn't even get my husband's retirement fund right (Never…read moregot my part, yep, she fucked it up)! I had to flee him! Twenty dollars, two kids, and a protective order! He's a millionaire, I got trashed, the judge got eradicated from the county, and my ex-husband won! (We had nothing, because Lisa is inept!, or WAS PAID OFF) I had to claim bankruptcy, while HE BOUGHT TWO HOMES AND A 66 FT YACHT! Thanks, Lisa, you POS! Anyone else have this problem with LISA BATTS? Oh look, it's not only me! This happened over 20 years ago, she's not getting any better!

I cannot say enough positive things about my experience with Mrs. Capobianco and their team. Going…read morethrough a divorce is incredibly stressful and emotional, and having an attorney who was knowledgeable, responsive, and truly committed to protecting my interests made a tremendous difference. Divorce is never an easy process, but having the right attorney in your corner can make all the difference. I am extremely grateful for the guidance, hard work, and support I received and would absolutely recommend Ms. Capobianco to anyone looking for a knowledgeable and dedicated family law attorney.

Julio and Jerome Stone were awesome. I highly recommend them!!!…read moreJulio was very responsive whenever I needed anything!!

I can't say enough about this firm & especially Tiffany & Jeffrey. I called in a panic things were…read moremoving so fast and I just wanted to make sure my daughter got the best legal advice as possible. They have gone above and beyond for my daughter in this difficult situation. They have been by our side with every question concern and have guided my daughter Thur this terrible unforeseen circumstances. As well as myself. They have called texted to make sure we understand the process and next steps! Highly recommend. They are honest upfront and have hearts of gold! Thank you form the bottom of our hearts !

I found this law firm by chance doing a Google search and couldn't be happier with the service I…read morereceived. Very professional and responsive staff, explained the whole process to me from start to finish, and Chris Walsh in particular was professional, knowledgeable, and made me feel comfortable and confident throughout the whole process. In court we got the outcome we were hoping for! Highly recommend.

We retained Mr. Gufford to represent us during a medical crisis in our family. He and his…read moreparalegal, Sheryl, acted swiftly to protect us and keep us safe. We are very grateful. It turned out that this wasn't "their first rodeo" with the facility I had been admitted too. It was a nightmare. Thank you so much. EC

Mr Gufford, is a bad lawyer. He comes across as caring and compassionate ONLY until you give him…read moremoney, and then he is unresponsive and doesn't do what is in the best interests of the client. In my case he did nothing - but kept the money. Literally nothing - other than file a 'notice of appearance'. I fired him after a month into the case and he kept 100% of the retainer money which was $8100. My story: My wife's sister is 74 years old suffers from dementia and was in a divorce from her husband of 27 years. She gets 700 a month in social security, was abused by her husband and about to be homeless on the street, from a very badly structured settlement she agreed to though coercion. I hired Gufford to get her bad settlement agreement re-negotiated. He did literally nothing. I contacted the opposing party myself and by threatening litigation they agreed to modify the settlement agreement. I then asked Gufford to finalize the NEW settlement agreement. Again nothing. He never responded to me, and more days went by. As anyone knows who has ever negotiated anything, when parties agree to a settlement, you need to move quickly to "seal the deal". Again, Gufford could care less about it. He had his money. When I did finally reach him in a phone call... he barely remembered what the facts of the case were, and I had to explain to him what I wanted him to do, which was contact the Petitioner's representatives and finalize the agreement. Guess what happened next - NOTHING. He never picked up the phone or contacted them. Another week goes by and the opposition changed their mind and started adding more things to the deal. By this time after all this lost momentum, I was completely frustrated and realized I had made a gigantic mistake hiring Gufford. He is not only a bad lawyer, but he also doesn't care one iota about his client. So, I fired him. He still has all my retainer money and after numerous requests has not make one effort to return any of it. I plan on filing a complaint with the State bar and will next hire a Attorney to go after him that specializes in unethical lawyer cases.

I am very happy with Steger Law and staff. why go anywhere else…read moreLori Steger is a very powerful attorney

Absolutely the worst experience in my life you will never get attention or care for your case, she…read moredoes not put any effort into getting justice for single moms during divorce and only talked about herself the entire time during mediation. Waste of time and money.

My wife met with this lawyer and said during the meeting SHE was going to retain them regarding a…read moredivorce. She gave them her contact information and mine (spouse) So right after the meeting who did they email the engagement letter to and send a text to saying to sign the engagement letter. THE WRONG PERSON. They sent it to me the spouse who was getting my own lawyer. Unreal. And when contacted they acted like it was no big deal and blamed it on their secretary. Its a wonder AI is taking peoples jobs. Nobody can do anything right anymore, or take responsibility.

He is by far the best attorney I have ever hired. He did a great job with helping us with our…read morebusiness among things. If you want the very best go see them. You won't be disappointed.

Tom Colter is an outstanding professional whom we would recommend to anyone needing his group's…read moreservices.

Tom Colter withdrew from my case right at the same time his office called me for my card number,…read moresince I replaced the old one because of fraudulent activity, so as soon as I gave the information I was told I will be getting a motion to withdraw and I asked" why ask me for the 2nd half of the retainer" and was told " just doing my job" and received the motion interview mail 3 days later, which went to court and told the judge at the motion to withdraw to order a return of retainer and filed a dispute with card company. Very unprofessional and leaves you unrepresented. Have to hire public defender because cannot afford another private attorney. Eventually I will be granted the 2nd half back on card, but losing the first half of retainer and the stress he put me thru,I would not recommend this law firm to my enemies if I had any. Very unprofessional. I also filed a complaint with the Florida Bar.