Thorough and caring lawyers. So glad I called them first and exercised my right to remain silent!…read more The system was trying to railroad me but the team really made sure to pay attention to detail, listen to my needs, and defend me with everything thing they had. I had a few consultations and was so happy I ended up here.

My favorite lawyer. Easy to get ahold of and talk to. He did a great job for me. I really liked his…read moreoffice staff too.

I initially met with Stacy to review my case, although I maintained my innocence the case did not…read morelook great, however, Stacy was determined that we would fight all the way to a jury trial if needed. I retained Stacy after careful review of her experience and felt she had my best interest in mind. After nearly 6 months of appearances in court, Stacy secured a victory for my case as the state dropped all charges. Stacy thought outside the box and pursued every possible angle to ensure I was not unjustly charged with a crime. I would highly recommend her legal services to all in need, she is a fighter and will not rest until every aspect is exhausted.

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After a very bad experience with my prior lawyer which led to my dismissing him, I extensively…read moresearched Marion County for a good, competent lawyer who could take charge of my Trust case. I was very fortunate to be able to hire Kris Vanderlaan to represent me in this matter. I could not have hoped for better representation than he gave me. If you are looking for not only a good lawyer but a great one, look no further than Kris Vanderlaan. You will be happy that you did.

Don't bother with all those high priced attorneys spending a fortune on billboards, tv and radio…read moreads! Vanderlaan and Vanderlaan will do an excellent job for your legal needs. We were very pleased to call them for our estate planning and irrevocable trust questions and development. Kris Vanderlaan responded promptly to our appointment request and executed the changes to our will in just a couple days. He is also very knowledgeable about setting up trusts. He gave us a packet with a ton of info on setting up trusts with details and positive and negative reasons to do so. While we are still making some decisions about our plans, I am confident he will do an excellent job with sound advise. I give Vanderlaan and Vanderlaan my highest recommendation!

Recently , I needed the representation of a criminal defense Attorney. Mr. Andy Ingram esq…read more answered all my questions in a timely and professional manner. I highly recommend this law firm in the unfortunate event that you require the services of a Criminal defense Attorney. Please know that you have the right to defend yourself in court and I honesty believe that this firm has YOUR best interests in mind from beginning to end. Thank you.

From the owner: When you come to the law office of Christopher L. Dunham, you can receive the help you need from a…read morecriminal defense attorney in Marion County. Criminal charges are always serious and should never be treated lightly. That said, you do not need to be unduly alarmed or intimidated by them, because with the right attorney on your side, you could be facing a bright and hopeful future in no time. When you come to this law office, you can receive the help you need for accusations of multiple DUI and other DUI charges. Attorney Dunham has experience with DMV hearings and field sobriety tests, and he is well equipped to take on your case and support you at this time. Moreover, if you are dealing with charges of petty theft, burglary, grand theft/grand larceny, or any other theft crime, you can rest assured in the representation you can procure when you come here. Theft charges are always serious and should never be treated lightly, and Attorney Dunham is prepared to take on your case and fight for you at this time. He has experience with all kinds of drug crimes, from marijuana crimes and prescription drugs to cultivation/manufacturing and possession with intent to sell. Furthermore, if you have been accused of any type of marijuana crime, you need to take immediate action and procure the representation your case calls for without any further delay. Are you interested in pursuing expungement? Do you need professional assistance with regard to your bench warrant?...

I begin this review by figuratively stating "let me count the ways. . . ", but I will try to keep…read moremy wording brief. I presented Mr. Shelnutt with extremely complicated circumstances that intertwined family law, real estate law, civil fraud, criminal fraud and much more. His experience and expertise proved to be extraordinary and life saving for me. The results he attained were nothing short of a miracle. Mr. Shelnutt and his assistant, Linda, remained 100% accessible, sensitive and empathetic. He represents a very rare example of the very best in his profession on every level. He and Linda restored my faith in humanity. Elaine C.

DON'T use him for any family matters. He will ask your…read morehusband questions about YOU....husband will lie and YOU will be threatened "IF YOU LIE TO ME AGAIN, I WILL NO LONGER REPRESENT YOU." MS will then LEAVE YOU IN THE COURT ROOM and tell YOU to bring the paperwork to his office.....

After hiring Jack to replace my previous attorney, I received exceptional service from start to…read morefinish. He immediately began working on my son's juvenile felony case and achieved meaningful results. Jack communicated consistently and kept me informed throughout the entire process. I highly recommend Jack Maro--he is honest, fair, and treats his clients with genuine care. With Jack, you always know where you stand.

Jack Maro is straight to the point .. A modern day Miracle…read moreworker. He got my fiance out before Christmas in 10 days.It went from 10 years to 3 years probation we are together because of him. Thx Jack.. He was reasonable too. Blessings to his secretary's for putting up with our jail house paranoia...lol

Mr. Colón, You say…read moreyou advocate for your clients--but I urge you, and anyone reading, to consider the consequences of how that advocacy played out in my case. You caused serious harm not only to me, but to your own client by handling negotiations in bad faith. You delivered a Marital Settlement Agreement (MSA) to me--and possibly even to your client--at 11:00 PM the night before a 9:00 AM trial, followed by a bait-and-switch renegotiation minutes before court. That strategy didn't just waste my time--it wasted your client's time, the court's time, and most of all, made her fly across the country from California for nothing. If that's your idea of advocacy, it's a dangerous one--because it isn't just about legal games. It has real consequences for real people. Your client unlawfully relocated our children in 2022, separating them from their father, their siblings, and their extended family. You knew this. You were told directly. Yet you chose not to address it--not once in your filings. Instead, you focused your efforts on my assets, as if property mattered more than parenting. You call this "aggressive representation." But what you've done is enable a long, drawn-out custody and divorce battle--one that still hasn't ended three years later, and one that has inflicted irreversible emotional harm on these children. When children grow up alienated from a loving parent, everyone loses--especially the parent who thought their attorney was protecting them. When the effects of that alienation fully manifest, and when accountability finally comes due, your misplaced advocacy will not only have harmed me--it will have failed the very person you claim to serve. Lastly, to the public: calling the number in Mr. Colón's reply thinking you'll get "aggressive representation" may be a grave mistake. If your case involves children, integrity, or your future peace of mind, I strongly urge you to seek an attorney who knows the difference between fighting and destroying. The consequences of hiring the wrong advocate won't just affect your case--they may affect your life and your children's future. -- Damaso A. del Rosario, Pro Se Petitioner Gainesville, Florida, USA

CAUTION I hired Jorge Colon to litigate my family case…read more During this time, I found Jorge Colon makes his own decisions when it comes to your case without running ANY explanations or details by you. You are walking in blind with this attorney. All of my evidence was handed to the opposing party before hearings. This gave the opposing party enough time to contact me to think up and make excuses for their behavior. I have an invoice where I was charged for Jorge Colon's attempt to get in touch with my previous attorney without asking me after he told me during our consultation he doesn't need info from him. I protested the charge and paid my previous attorney to release info and work with Jorge Colon. Jorge Colon then immediately withdraws from my case with the final hearing right around the corner and LEFT ME WITHOUT REPRESENTATION. After all the damage had been done and pre-trial statements were finished, I ask him if he could finish the case and he declines. Looking through similar reviews here and in different sites, I now understand that this is usual for Jorge Colon and his office. I DO NOT recommend this attorney.