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.

Top-Tier Law Firm - Results That Speak for Themselves Addis…read moreLaw Firm is hands down one of the best legal teams I've worked with. Their professionalism and expertise in family law is unmatched. They know what they're doing, they execute flawlessly, and they get results. From the first consultation, it was clear this firm operates at a higher level. They're strategic, thorough, and extremely knowledgeable about divorce and family law. No runaround, no BS - just solid legal work from start to finish. What really stands out is their efficiency and communication. They keep you in the loop, handle everything professionally, and their track record speaks for itself. This is a law firm that delivers. I've recommended Addis Law Firm to several friends and family members, and every single one has come back with the same feedback - five stars across the board. That's not a coincidence. That's consistency and quality. If you need a divorce or family law attorney, this is the firm you want on your side. I can guarantee you will not be disappointed. 100% satisfaction, and I'm speaking from experience. Do yourself a favor and call them. You won't regret it.

Best in the business. Paul truly is a wonderful attorney and man. My case has been handled with…read morecare and the most professional team I've had the opportunity to represent me. Thank you.

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!

do not use this legal group. i was referrred to them by the…read moreoakland county probate court, pontiac, mi, i called them and i asked them a question about my deceased ex-husbands 401k that he supposedly has through fidelity. fidelity had notified me by mail that i am the next living next of kin. my ex-husband had no assigned legal representative for his estate tim flynn then told me to give him a week, because he had to talk to his senior partner steve mogdis. a week later and no word from either one of them, so i called them to find out what was going on whether or not if he could help me. tim told me that they were opening up the case in oakland county probate court that very day. he was supposed to get back to me. tim kept avoiding me and not returning my calls to tell me what was going on. i never gave them any money or signed any kind of contract to hire them. they went behind my back and are trying to collect money that doesn't belong to them. they are scammers and are knowingly putting their licenses online to committ fraud by taking advantage of someone else's estate that doesn't belong to them. i hope that they're going to enjoy prison by time this is all over with a complaint with the attorney general office and michigan bar association is in the process of being worked on. lorraine m. w.

I ended up having to fire them after they promised to get me more custody of my son. They were lazy…read moredidn't care and just wanted more money. I give up on Clarkston legal.

Amazing at its finest. John and I have been working together for a few years on multiple cases and…read morehe has been so patience and understanding with me due to my ACCIDENT I don't move as fast as i use to but he has picked up the speed for me. Not only being my attorney but when my youngest fell ill from COVID it became personally as he dropped off groceries and things we needed for the time being as we had to quarantine I recommended to anyone whose asking or needs not only a lawyer but someone willing to take action when need be. . TC

I had a scheduled meeting with Mr. Cantarella chosen by him set at noon. I let him know I was…read moreworking and would come during my lunch hour. Arriving promptly, I became very frustrated when I ended up waiting for 20 minutes because I was told he was on the phone. I was about to just leave the office when eventually he saw me, and two minutes later I was hustled out the door with information that could have been easily given to me over the phone when he and I discussed meeting. Basically if you are looking for someone who isn't self-centered, rude, and inconsiderate of other peoples' time, choose another lawyer.

I occasionally found Roger Rathi through internet and still think it was my lucky day!…read moreRoger Rathi is very knowledgeable, confident, helpful and supportive layer. He is also an amazing person and very charming man. Once, he even answered our stupid questions at Saturday's evening at 8 pm. He is always available for his clients. I recommend Roger Rathi, and in case he is taking you as a client be sure you will receive what you want. Thank you, Roger Rathi, a lot!

I hired this lawyer after seeing good reviews. However, he failed to prove his professionalism and…read moregood communication with me. At first the rate was $1700, then it went up to $1800 for his paperwork and stuffs which is understandable. Then again he charged me $300 for joint sponsor. He didn't even tell me before about this issue. Basically I was forced to pay this since I was in the middle of that case. Since my case was taking long, I was asking questions on every steps to make sure everything is alright. However, he barely reply my questions. He totally ignored my emails, messages. If I send 5 messages, I get one answer after a long period of time. Then one day, to my surprise this lawyer gave me a rude reply that I have never expected from him. That reply stops me sending message, email or any kind of further communication with them. He wrote: ""Dear Mr. Hasan: You have exceeded the number of questions allowed in your fee. You have made over 100 contacts with us. Many of your inquiries are not within the scope of our work and are unnecessary. If you going to go to USCIS website and make up questions, we are not prepared to answer them. Your case is being processed at a normal pace. All additional inquiries, questions, e-mails and phone calls will incur $20 charge each time (from now on). If you do not pay, we will withdraw from your case."" Well, he could tell me that in proper way. What kind of professionalism is that? Instead he threatened me with charging $20 for each message/email. He also threatened to withdraw the case. If you cannot answer/handle your client, you better change your profession. I paid you to answer my questions, understand? If I knew the process I would have been filed by my own. I wouldn't hire you. Then again when the case was approved he started to behave nicely. He texts and emails me almost everyday. At the end he begged me to give him a 5 star review. Unbelievable! You got this! This lawyer was good in the past but nowadays he became greedy, very poor at communication, take the case longer than expected. Find a better lawyer than him.

I was looking for attorney to represent me in a whistleblowers suit in 2000, and fortunately found…read moreDavid in the Yellow Pages primarily because he listed "Labor" as one of the areas in which he practiced. At that time David was relatively new to the profession, yet provided an incredible service going up against the seasoned attorney my previous employers (a national Oil & Gas industry corporation) had hired. The trial had been scheduled for four days, but concluded in three. An unanimous verdict ruled in our favor. I would hire him again in a heart beat.

Mr. Kotwicki kept us up to date and treated us with kindness and respect through a lengthy,…read morecomplicated wrongful termination suit. If I could give him ten stars I would. He knows employment law inside and out. If you have him in your corner, count yourself lucky! Finally representation worth the cost.

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.