James Michael Foerst

I hired James based on their confident promises and impressive talk. However, after I paid the retainer, James went completely silent for a week—no updates, no responses to my calls or emails. When I finally heard back, it felt like I was chasing them down just to get the basic service I had already ...paid for. To make matters worse, during the closing, he made multiple errors and missed critical details that could have jeopardized the entire deal. I had to step in and catch mistakes that he should have caught. His lack of attention and professionalism nearly cost me big time. If you need a reliable, detail-oriented real estate lawyer, look elsewhere.

Jim was refereed by was a close friend regarding a family matter issue that was was later dismissed as such a matter would have been handles by any other lawyer for a fraction of the price. My experience with Jim and this awful firm was utterly disheartening and frustrating, to say the least. I s...ought legal representation to navigate through family law matters, hoping for a compassionate and diligent professional to advocate for my interests. Unfortunately, Jim fell short in every aspect. From the outset, their lack of emotional support was glaring. The intricacies of family law cases require sensitivity and understanding, qualities that were alarmingly absent in their approach. Instead of providing reassurance or empathetic guidance during a challenging time, Jim seemed indifferent and detached, while stating "just sign the deal and get it over with" while unwilling to further negotiate the terms. Moreover, their representation demonstrated a blatant disregard for my best interests. Critical decisions were made without adequately considering the nuances of my matter or my desired outcomes. It was evident that they were more interested in a swift resolution, neglecting to prioritize the fundamental aspects that were important to me and my family. Attempting to negotiate terms with Jim proved to be an uphill battle. His unwillingness to engage in meaningful discussions or consider alternative solutions was both disappointing and concerning. Communication was strained, and attempts to reach a consensus on crucial matters were met with resistance and an unwillingness to compromise. Jim would go ghost for 2-3 with no response to texts, calls or emails. For example, the other party had sent him an email around 4pm but he forwarded me the email at 11pm and to follow up the next day, while the court date was the following date. Adding insult to injury, Jim repeatedly failed to follow through on promises, including moving court dates, exacerbating an already distressing situation. This lack of professionalism and commitment further exacerbated the stress and uncertainty surrounding my case. Upon talking to him about the agreement, he refused to move the court date when I had requested stating "just get it over with it and move on". In addition, we had made changes to the agreement and the other party accepted majority of it. But Jim refused to make further changes in the agreement stating "its just word, I'm not going to fight over a few words", he well knows if words were just words then I wouldn't in the legal situation that I was in. In summary, entrusting Jim with my family law matters was a regrettable decision. Their subpar emotional support, failure to prioritize my best interests, reluctance to negotiate, and inability to fulfill basic obligations culminated in a deeply unsatisfactory experience. I would caution anyone seeking legal representation in family law to steer clear of Jim and explore other options more committed to their clients' well-being and interests.

James and Natalie went above and beyond the handle my personal injury claim. Even though it was a relatively low profile case for the firm, they dedicated that time and effort to reach the best possible settlement. It was always a pleasure working the Spector Foerst team and I would happily recommend... them to friends and family.

I recently retained Mr. Foerst for a case and I couldn't be happier. His attention to detail and the way in which his firm responded to my every need was second to none. I never felt as though my case wasn't important and he would return phone calls in a timely manner. I was very nervous and anxious ...about details of my case and Mr. Foerst always put my mind at ease. I would HIGHLY recommend Mr. Foerst and his firm to family and friends.

I used Jim Foerst for my home purchase. It was not an easy transaction as the sellers were handling their family estate, and emotions were running high. It was a neglected property and the home inspection summary had no less than 100 items that needed to be addressed. Jim was tough when warranted, ye...t cool and collected when dealing with me. His excellent guidance and advise were integral in keeping this deal together. I trust him implicitly and recommend him without reservation.