James J Moloughney

I interviewed several family law attorneys before I met Mr Moloughney. I knew immediately that he was exceptional, and after more than 15 months of working together I appreciate him even more. Thanks to him, my divorce and custody dispute have been a transition instead of a tragedy. Other attorne...ys told me about typical divorce results and were immediately ready to begin litigation on my behalf. Jim listened to my story and helped me visualize a range of possible outcomes that seemed not merely survivable but truly livable. He was the only attorney who was ready with a whole range of responses and actions, of graduated intensity, carefully considered to minimize conflict and retain every possible option for a fair and reasonable settlement. Jim always worked for a quick and humane settlement of my case -- even when this meant fewer billable hours for him. Jim was never unprepared to seize an advantage but he never inflamed tempers either. He educated me when I was ignorant, calmed me when I was enraged, and eased my fears when I was anxious. Jim has helped me avoid becoming a victim of my own inevitable anger and bitterness. If I had acted on my own impulses I would have damaged my own case many times. Jim was always prompt to share expert advice which was always thoughtful and compassionate while at the same time being ruthlessly practical. I am not an expert in family law but I've worked with geniuses and pretenders alike in many other fields -- I swiftly recognized that Jim's expertise was profound. He has an intimate familiarity with the people and institutions concerned with family law in my county. He knows the way things are supposed to work, and they way they often work in real life. I was always well-informed about matters of law as well as the practical considerations involved in each stage of my divorce. Jim's basic professional talents and values are impeccable: fast, clear communication; reading comprehension skills which I found frankly astonishing; perfect organization; excellent command of a wide range of modern communication technologies. Jim dedicated himself not just to resolving my divorce, but to ensuring that I would have a good life to live on the other side of it. He was a teacher as much as an attorney to me, and I'm absolutely convinced that my life post-divorce will always be much better than it could ever have been without his help.

I would highly recommend James Moloughney to all my friends and family. He is experienced, professional and personable. He is ethical and extremely thorough. James coached and guided me through a difficult time. He really cares about his clients and goes the extra mile to make sure no details are ...left undone. Divorces are very emotional and delicate. If you are looking for an attorney who you can trust and depend on, James Moloughney is the one for you.

Jim Moloughney was my lawyer recently. As a customer here are my ratings: Knowledge - B Application of that knowledge to my case - D Responsiveness - C Fees - excessive - F (after having been granted a judgment of divorce, we had a judge's oeder to get things finalized within 2 weeks. Jim didn'...t move on that at all. Nothing - I called and emailed repeatedly and heard nothing - crickets) Four months later and many tens of thousands of dollars later, case was finalized. Disgraceful behavior, poor customer focus. Numerous errors and omissions with legal documents as well. Worth what paid for - F Likelihood to recommend - F (zero O chance I would recommend) And if you have an issue with Jim /or the DiFrancesco , Bateman law firm, beware. I was frustrsted with the lack of progress on my case, disucssed it with Jim, got nowhere, so took it to a partner at the firm. No response. Pathetic behavior.