Tim Doty is by far the most unprofessional lawyer I have ever dealt with. We hired him to take our…read morecase, not only did he not file the paperwork on time the court did not have him as attorney of record. We spoke with him the day before our appearance in court and he told us what would happen and that he would meet us there. The day of court he would not answer his phone or respond to any texts. His phone then went straight to voicemail. Two days later he responded to say he had kidney stones. For us that was a little late since this was a custody hearing for our child. He was always hard to make contact with and his lack of response is ridiculous. He made our case a joke. His assistant is just as bad as he is. I would not EVER recommend TIM DOTY to do any kind of legal work. After days with no response, he did refund our retainer but that was after we stated that we will be filing a complaint with MI State Board Association.

if anyone had a bad experience with mr Doty it was probably their own fault! the other month i was…read morecharged with a drug felony. i was blessed to recieve him as my court appointed counsel. he must have been doing his required public defender office work because run of the mill public defenders do not usually de everything that he did for me. here is a list of the service he provided me with at my darkest hour 1. he got my $20,000 bond reduced to a personal bond 2. he did a detailed discovery with the hope of dismissal for illegal search and seizure ( unfortunately the evidence to do so just wasnt there). 3. he returned every phonecall usually within an hour or two, within a day at the longest. 4. not only did he get my felony reduced to a misdemeanor, but he also got me off with no probation, 1 year advisment and a $300 fine. not quite a dismissal but darn close and well worth whatever bill i get in summation mr Doty is prompt, professional, hard working and has an excellent relationship with the 37th district court. if you find yourself in trouble and need a good attorny to work his ass off for you that i wholeheartedly recommend Timothy Doty esq.

Attorney Jeff McCarty fights to WIN! He Will go above and beyond to see the desired outcome ,…read morethough the fate is not in his hands , he makes mountains move for his clients. Very thankful and blessed to have him as my own attorney

"Carl, we didn't neglect your matter, we fought it to win. There was nothing mishandled or…read moremisdirected. However, there are situations where we have an ethical duty to withdraw from a matter. Those situations can include dishonesty by the client, failure to pay, and a breakdown of the attorney client relationship. We can't go into specifics here on a public site about your case. However, there are situations where clients have unreasonable expectation that ignore established facts which drive a breakdown in the attorney client relationship. We're regretful that you are unhappy and wish you the best in your future endeavors." I appreciate your reply, as it demonstrates for others just how little respect you have for your clientele, whom you enjoy attacking in public; I'm only the latest one. And how dare you insinuate I was dishonest with you, or failed to pay? Or suggest there were any unreasonable expectations? Of course you can't go into specifics, because you have nothing to support your disingenuous characterizations. I could have easily represented myself in this case, but I didn't want to directly engage my ex in front of the judge. I understand family court well enough to understand just how poorly you did. One can only wonder how many people you've abused because they're unfamiliar with the legal process. I do believe you do fight to win, but only cherry-picked personal injury cases, and your other clients suffer. If you don't think FILING A CRUCIAL RESPONSE ON THE WRONG CASE is mishandling something, that clearly demonstrates your ineptitude and unwillingness to accept responsibility. Jeff McCarty was completely oblivious that the judge did not have the document during the hearing, and the consequences were disastrous. The error would have gone undiscovered if I hadn't known how to check the register of actions - and when I wrote Jeff about the gaffe, he ignored me. When I wrote a second time holding Amanda to task for the misfiling, he suddenly cared - about her. Jeff had been unprepared as usual, including the time we had to track him down for a hearing and he was clearly disoriented when he appeared. There was the time Jeff changed the hearing date and forgot to tell me. And the time I called Amanda and she thought my file had been closed, because of Jeff's dawdling. The case got off to a bad start because Jeff wasn't prepared and wasn't sharp enough to challenge the opposing party's dishonest testimony before FOC. He was provided concrete evidence of the perjury and failed to seek immediately, or ever, sanctions and attorney fees. The ABA writes "perhaps no professional shortcoming is more widely resented than procrastination. A client's interests often can be adversely affected by the passage of time or the change of conditions." Jeff had an ethical duty to zealous advocacy and failed. The last thing I asked you for was a final billing, which I requested multiple times over months. I never received it. According to the Michigan Attorney Discipline Board web site, Jeff was appointed to represent a woman in a claim for Social Security Widow's Benefits, and it was found he sought to charge an illegal fee, and in a collection suit filed against her, he failed inform the court that he had previously agreed that he would not charge or receive any fee unless authorized in accordance with the Social Security laws and regulations. This is consistent with the lack of integrity I experienced and he's found a home at Rasor. You took $15,000 from me and failed to help me advocate for my kids who have suffered emotional abuse. As if your lack of humanity for children who had their innocence destroyed weren't reprehensible enough, you have chosen to attack me with foolish innuendo. You didn't have the energy to fight in court so now you're battling another client on social media. Your kinds words are as worthless as your character and your cowardly accusations.

In 2023, I reached out to the Abood Law Firm on behalf of the biological father of a foster child…read moremy husband and I had cared for most of her life. I was trying to help him gain custody due to prior abuse by the child's biological mother. I came into that first meeting overwhelmed--bringing years of documentation, emotional, and letting them know I would be taking on financial responsibility for their services. Jeff and Ari spent hours with me, carefully reviewing every detail and truly listening. Not long after, they made a decision that I will never forget: they took the case completely pro bono. At the time, I could hardly believe it. Looking back now, knowing the kind of men they are, it makes perfect sense. What meant even more was their level of commitment to the case. Over the course of 18-months, both Jeffrey and Ari personally attended every single court date. They didn't pass us off to junior staff--they showed up, every time. Even now, that still amazes me. Their dedication, compassion, and integrity are unlike anything I've ever experienced from a law firm. They didn't just take on a case--they changed a child's life. They won the case and worked out a situation that was even better than we could have hoped for. Without hesitation, they gave their time, expertise, and resources to help a little girl have a better future. To me, Jeff and Ari are nothing short of heroes and they are incredible attorneys! I can never repay what they did, but I hope they know how deeply grateful I am. I truly consider them like family now. If you are looking for a law firm led by people of integrity, compassion, and incredible dedication--this is it. I cannot recommend the Abood Law Firm highly enough. God bless you, Jeffrey and Ari.

Jeffrey Lance Abood of Abood Law and his team are relentless at performing for their clients. They…read moreare easy to work with and quick to find resolutions that are in your best interest. They have worked with me in several capacities including post divorce matters, contract concerns just to name a few. They will put your best interests first and be there when you need them.

First let me say how caring the firm was as a whole. Secondly the protected me as if I were family…read more I initially consulted with Mike Smith then worked with Jamal who was so kind and helpful, was available when I needed him. He is knowledgeable and not afraid to stand up for his clients. I'm grateful.

The lack of integrity and level of dishonesty was very dissappointing. I was told my paperwork was…read morefiled and it wasn't. I confirmed paperwork had been received via email then weeks later an email they didn't have it. I was sent a past due bill for something I had already paid a month previously. I no longer have confidence in the firm and asked for my retainer back and they refused I would not recommend this firm.

Worst experience I've ever had with an attorney. Jodi was extremely unprofessional, under prepared…read moreand we were humiliated in court. The judge did not show Jodi any respect in the one court date we had which she charged me over $4k. Diana was amazing unfortunately Jodi put me in terrible spot. She then threatened to sue me for a honest Google review that I left about my experience. Strongly do not recommend

I cannot say enough about Jodi Switalski and her team at Switalski Law. From the very first phone…read morecall--on a Saturday morning--I felt heard, understood, and supported in a way I didn't think was possible in a legal setting. As a permanently disabled parent navigating a high-conflict divorce from a covert narcissist while raising my autistic son, I came into this feeling completely overwhelmed. But Jodi's unique background in law, psychology, and addiction made all the difference. She didn't just represent me--she got me. Jodi, along with Claire (who was a phenomenal law clerk at the time and is now an attorney) and Judy (her kind, organized assistant), stood by me through every mediation and legal battle. Even when I wanted to give up, they reminded me to breathe, to keep going, and to stay grounded in what mattered: protecting my son and staying true to myself. Even now, post-divorce, I know my fight isn't over--and I won't face it without them. Jodi is more than just an attorney. She's a warrior, a fierce advocate, and truly one of the most compassionate professionals I've ever met. If you're navigating a high-conflict case, especially involving children or hidden abuse, call Switalski Law. You won't just get a lawyer--you'll get a team who fights with heart.

This is my second time using Mr Zimmerman we both graduated from the same High School . Both times…read moreDavid has helped me he has gotten me what I owed and a little bit more second time took a little bit longer than I wanted it to but in the end extremely satisfied with the results hopefully I won't have to use him in the future but if I do I will and again David thank you for putting up with me I know I'm not an easy person to be patient with

Attorney Zimmerman has been a lifesaver. He handled two different cases for me. The first case was…read morewhen my SSDI claim that was denied the first time. He came prepared and had all the facts when we went before the judge. I was approved right away. He is also handling my workers compensation case which is extremely complex and extensive. He has stayed on top of everything for over two years. He has been very responsive, even in the evenings and on weekends. Our first consultation, he was upfront, truthful, and tells it like it is-which I appreciated. You won't find a better attorney than him.

Not only has David been voted top lawyer in Michigan but, David has worked as a panelist and…read morecommentator on CNN Headline News and TruTV's In Session and is regularly contacted by television and print media outlets to give his opinion on legal news stories of the day.  Just providing you with the the knowledge this man has is incredible. David appears in DBusiness Magazine's Top Lawyers publication as a "Top Lawyer" and was recently elected as Fellow of the Michigan State Bar, a select group of attorney's. David has dedicated so much time to help me handle a unfortunate situation and has guided me step by step on what to say, do, and how handle these people at hand. I honestly don't think I even knew where to start legally handing this situation, but after our consultation... im extremely confident. Ask around. He has alot of connections in wayne and Macomb. Highly respected in the law field and courts. I am VERY GLAD I went with him and would highly recommend this firm to anyone regarding anything from mediation, defense and other legal matters. Oh and Megan is incredible and has been on pointe for anything I have questions about. Something I unfortunately cant say about other firms.

Got a ticket for 172 in a 70 and the case got dismissed completely. They were very responsive and…read morehelpful when I had any questions. If you have a ticket I'd highly recommend them.

I am usually a positive person and rarely write a bad review. The information I am going to provide…read moreabout my case (case number 2023-518907-DM at Oakland county), handled by Mr Bernier can be verified on courtexplorer.oakgov.com I must first say that Mr Bernier is a very pleasant and respectful person, and used to always ask how I was doing. We kept good communications for the most part. My divorce was contested, mainly about parenting time, and when I interviewed Mr Bernier for the first time, I was very clear about my expectations to go to a trial not an arbitration, if an agreement can not be reached through mediations, and he agreed to represent me. I have a graduate degree and I have done extensive research about divorce before I spoke to him. I provided him with a USB and a binder that has all the exhibits and a written description of my position. Our first trial date was set 10/23/23, on 10/3/23, the opposing attorney filed 3 motions for spousal support, attorney fees and to exclude our witnesses and exhibits from trial. The opposing attorney indicated during the motion hearing, which anyone can watch at the media center in the county building, that he notified Mr Bernier about the motions over the phone and he served him the motion notice, and that he filed the motions because he never received our exhibits and witness list despite requesting them from Mr Bernier. The motions were heard by the judge and granted, since we weren't present, on 10/18/23. Mr Bernier, not only didn't answer the motions in writing and go to attend the hearing, but didn't even notify me about the motions till our scheduled meeting date to go over our trial strategy on 10/20/23. Since my attorney and I weren't present at the motions hearing; the judge postponed the trial date indicating that we weren't ready, despite being ready. When I met with Mr Bernier on 10/20/23 and for the following months, he kept insisting and pursuing me to go to arbitration, indicating that he agreed with the opposing attorney to do so, and the opposing attorney will let us use our exhibits and witnesses if we go to arbitration. I asked him to file the motion for reconsideration with the judge, and helped with the draft, but he filed on 11/07/23 a motion to compel discovery (discovery that I requested prior to hiring him) and asked the judge to allow us to use our exhibits in the motion, since the other party wasn't complaint with the discovery. Outside the court house, the opposing attorney indicated that we filed the wrong motion, and the judge will not hear the case of excluding our exhibits and witnesses in the motion to compel discovery, so Mr Bernier didn't have the motion heard by the judge. On 01/17/24, Mr Bernier filed a motion to compel discovery and a motion for relief from judgment (which I helped with the drafts), but he cancelled the motions on 01/23/24 WITHOUT consulting with me first. At that point, the due date to file any motion before our new court date was past. He told me again, that he reached another agreement with the opposing attorney to go to arbitration. I couldn't replace him at that point because the attorneys I contacted didn't want to take the case at that advanced point. I felt as if I was left without any options only to agree to arbitration, which took about 10 months from the point we all agreed to go to arbitration till we received the divorce judgment, and cost about 10,000$ for the arbitrator alone (rate 400$/hr) while the court would have been free, and I would have had the option to file an appeal if I deemed necessary (the grounds for filing an appeal to an arbitration award are extremely limited). There are other things that were missed by Mr Bernier and his staff, but I think I don't need to go into more details. I emailed Mr Bernier after I received an invitation from his office to write a review at the conclusion of my case, and asked him to explain to me why he ignored the first 3 motions, which led to my case being dragged way longer and cost way more money, but did not receive an answer.

Great firm! Joel Bernier is great attorney with morals, values, and operates with integrity. Highly…read morerecommend!