I can honestly say, I never thought I would write a review on a lawyer. Lowandbehold, this one is…read morea MUST. Jodie was by far one of my best life choices besides getting a divorce! My ex and his lawyer were completely unreasonable and not following timetables and guidelines. She kept them on task and "honest", which in this case is a stretch. She was available, detailed and kind at an extremely stressful time. She also kept me on task. So much so that I found myself researching things he was unwilling to provide, wouldn't prove, or was flat out lying about. And I came out with the best results I possibly could. I highly recommend Jodie Levy as a divorce lawyer!

Jodie is honestly the best. She has helped me wade through my nightmare of a divorce (almost 3…read moreyears and still going). If Jodie hadn't taken over my case when she did, I would not be where I am today. Jodie is knowledgeable of the law and knows what can and can't be done. I wouldn't recommend any one else but Jodie! She goes above and beyond to help.

I met with Darcia to discuss potential Elder Law mediation. Ultimately mediation wasn't going to…read morebe the answer, but she listened to my situation and was able to provide very helpful feedback while getting pointed in the right direction. I am grateful I engaged with Darcia, she was a great help to me!

Unfortunately I am also among those who had to suffer through the experience of having Darcia Tudor…read moreas the GAL in their divorce case. I am reading the reviews here and can only nod in agreement. Her report was expensive but created more problems than it solved. It was also my impression that her working style is erratic, biased, and sloppy. I personally do not think she paid any attention to my view of the case (or several important legal arguments), and can state with certainty that she misrepresented many of my own actions and statements (written and verbal). I am lucky to say that her conclusions did not affect my divorce case very much. However I would advise anyone who can to stay away from her, and to prepare for the worst if you can't.

Professional and competent attorney? CHECK Proficient in…read moreCollaborative Law? CHECK Guide you through the process without making you go insane? CHECK Suggest a Mediator that you actually like? CHECK Explain the complexity of your situation without making you feel like an idiot? CHECK Strong worth ethic, but also funny? CHECK Possibly the more enjoyable part of my divorce. Highly recommend.

Sara was so helpful to me as my husband and I went through our divorce. He was adamantly opposed to…read moreretaining legal counsel of any kind, but I felt strongly that I needed professional guidance. Sara offered the perfect compromise, starting with a 1-hour consultation with me in which she explained all the steps involved in the process of divorce, as well as principles of collaborative law, to which she is strongly committed. (She does not do divorce litigation at all, though she recognizes it is sometimes appropriate, and can refer you to good attorneys who do.) She referred us to Teresa Sisk, a financially trained mediator with whom my husband and I were both comfortable, and over the course of several months we did do much of the work ourselves, including selling our house and splitting the proceeds. Sara was patient and gracious, and offered helpful advice as questions arose throughout the process. When the date of our hearing approached, I met with her once more to review the paperwork, which she very helpfully cleaned up, and made some important corrections to (corrections which, if they had not been made, would have meant our divorce being denied at the hearing!). I so appreciated her calm but firm demeanor, her flexibility in meeting our needs, and the sense she gave me that in her I had an ally. Divorcing was so stressful and emotional. Sara gave me the knowledge and support I needed to get through it happy and whole. And now ... I'm on the other side! On to the next chapter!

I retained Jennifer Miller to represent me in a civil suit, and am so glad I did. Throughout a year…read morelong, very frustrating and extremely traumatic process, Ms. Miller was the light at the end of every tunnel; Jennifer is honest, transparent, and realistic but also extremely compassionate and genuine. Ms. Miller and her team at Miller Law Group worked with my co defendant and I at every turn to ensure we were represented at the very highest level, they were extremely well prepared, and Jennifer can see right through the BS and has the ability and experience to shut it down. Thank you to the entire team for representing us so well, thank you for your kindness, and thank you for seeing us through to the end. Thank you for being real people and meeting us where we were, thank you for defending our reputations. Thank you.

Having someone on your side who fully understands a terribly stressful chain of events and assures…read moreyou you'll "get through this" is gold. And that's where Ms Miller shines. She has an incredibly accurate bs-detector mainly due to her vast experience in the legal system, and responds accordingly. She's a good soul too -- no nonsense, good at dismantling and bringing justice to perceived events.

Steer clear of this attorney…read more This attorney was hired in a custody case. Initially she seems to be a great attorney however over time she dropped the ball on numerous occasions and led us down a path which instigated continuous litigation rather than resolution of our case - of course padding her pocket. Consider hiring this attorney if you want to be led astray while emptying your pockets.

Before I've even started to type this, I have tears of thanks running down my face…read more From our very first conversation, Kristen assured me and reassured me over and over again that we would get through this nightmare together and that my daughter and I would be happy and safe. Despite my extreme anxiety and stressful breakdowns through the 2+ year case, she was patient, understanding and supportive. Being in a marriage where I was degraded and abused for years, left me with zero self esteem and no conidence at all. I believed every awful thing the ex told me...( he'd get full custody, I'd never see my daughter again, he'd put me in jail for kidnapping etc..) I can't even tell you how many terrified tears I cried in the beginning. Step by step, with Kristen in my corner, I started to feel more secure and confident that I had finally made the right choice by leaving. While my ex made this a LONG drawn out process, Kristen kept me in the loop and as calm as possible. Two years later, I'm back to the strong, confident, independent woman I was before my miserable marriage. I know that I am a great mom and I've made the best choices for my daughter and I. I went from daily anxiety/panic attacks in fear of losing my baby girl, to laughing at the absolute ridiculous nonsense that my ex used to terrify me with. The first great choice I'd made in years was hiring Kristen. Even when I wanted to give up, she wouldn't let me. Even when I was willing to settle for less than my daughter and I deserved, she wouldn't let me. She fought harder for me than I would've even fought for myself. And everything she encouraged me to fight for was absolutely correct. My daughter and I are living our best lives and are protected and worry free. My simple words of thanks will never be enough.

Humane Legal Warriors…read more Veronica came billed by her referrals as "a real bulldog" though occasionally hard to reach due to high demand. In consultation she quickly grasped my situation with a few pointed questions. In court, where opposing counsel showboated or exaggerated, Veronica was calm, matter-of-fact, almost conversational. This was unnerving at first, but after our first couple rulings (favorable), I saw the other attorneys' performances as aimed at clients, not the judges. Veronica doesn't perform or exaggerate; She deals in facts that matter to the court, and delivers. When opposing counsel misrepresented events or twisted my statements, Veronica was quick to object sharply. I did not find her hard to reach: She seems to monitor e-mail at all hours, replying on weekends and holidays when necessary. Amy, her Chief Managing Paralegal, is fantastic - Sharp, tough, efficient, quick to recognize strategic value of details, and empathetic when needed (I needed a lot of reassurance). Divorce is awful enough, but the opacity and pace of the legal system is terrifying when family and financial matters seem to hinge on every ruling. Amy did a great job of keeping events in context of the law and our strategy, advising me on what to expect, and preparing me for each next step. She was responsive even when clearly managing a heavy case load. Working closely with her, I found myself fascinated by the process, and as another reviewer relates, at times even enjoying it. Both of them can be abrupt, perhaps an occupational hazard which I found intimidating, but came to recognize as ultimately in my best interest by not wasting time on what wasn't material or legally advantageous. Both could also quickly switch tone when I made clear my nerves were frayed. Their small adjustments and spontaneous offerings of compassionate perspective helped me trust they were honoring their fiduciary role, and actually cared about the outcome for me and my family, not just for their scorecard. As my case unfolded, that trust was rewarded with results. Despite the opposing party hiring a big firm and spending over twice what I paid in legal fees, the court ruled decidedly in my favor at nearly every hearing, and we settled with a very reasonable financial division. Most importantly, what Veronica, Amy, and their team secured for me is beyond valuation: A fair custody arrangement, and the legal protection throughout a very contentious divorce to enable me to live my life and enjoy some of the best family moments I've had in years. I feel unbelievably fortunate to have had Veronica, Amy, and their team represent and guide me through an otherwise very trying ordeal.

I hired Ms. Freitas for a complicated divorce case from a 30-year marriage after seeing positive…read moreGoogle reviews. Unfortunately, my experience was disappointing. I later read that she review gates, and from my experience, it appears this may be true. Based on my experience, I would not recommend Ms. Freitas for complex divorce cases. She doesn't listen, is unprepared and sticks to her agenda, not what is best for her client. Her communication was inconsistent. Important emails were not read before calls, and I often received multiple, confusing responses from different team members. I spoke with Veronica twice; the initial consultation 1.5 years before and a useless phone call 2 days prior to mediation where she berated and lectured me instead of discussing my concerns. Veronica's preparation for mediation was lacking. I had to review materials myself with the mediator, as Ms. Freitas had not read the opposing counsel's documents. Billing was unclear and included charges from unidentified staff. When I raised concerns, Veronica became defensive, stating she was cheaper than most attorneys and I should be grateful.

Madeline is great to work with as she is very knowledgeable and has the experience! She and her…read moreassociates can be trusted!!!

I've worked with Madeline, Jason and Colleen on several occasions over the last 5 years. Regardless…read moreof the matter, whether it be a complex probate case, or estate planning, they've handled each of my cases with care, efficiency and expertise. When hiring Gauthier & Associates, you can trust that your matter will be handled by an experienced team who has your best interests in mind.

I recently completed a divorce with Kaitlyn Mark and team. They were extremely professional,…read moretalented, timely, and caring. Divorce isn't a fun process but I'm happy I had the team from Alpine to support me through it.

Catherine Victornio and the entire team at O'Brian & Associates were professional, understanding,…read moreand compassionate. They gave me confidence that I was well represented and it turned out I was. Cate communicated of what to expect and what the possibilities might be. I was made well aware of where I was in the process and what information she and her team needed from me. The day of the case Cate was well prepared and I am extremely pleased with the outcome. I would highly recommend Catherine Victornio and O'Brian & Associates.