Brian R. Welsh

If you are reading in hopes of finding your attorney then exhale; you have either intentionally or unintentionally found an absolute gem, best in class, top-notch attorney. If on the other hand you are reading this in hopes to gain insight into who is representing your spouse then inhale; familiariz...e yourself with that tight feeling in your chest – your spouse is extremely well represented. I will begin with why I chose Brian, as selecting the right attorney is likely what you are agonizing over now. I read the reviews and decided to meet with Brian for an initial consult. Brian was nice, genuinely understanding of the situation and he helped me feel more confident about the future. I really liked his ability to process complex information at high speeds, all while accounting for various influential details within the info I was providing him. I could see the way his mind worked and like it; in a divorce the details matter. I then spoke with a friend, the corporate attorney for the company I work for, and asked her if by chance she had heard of Brian. Coincidentally she had, she told me she knew Brian from law school and that in law school Brian was always the one who could figure things out when no one else could, that Brian could always find a way. That sold me; and many months later it has proven to be true. So who is Brian? Brian is an attorney and by definition an attorney is an advocate. Brian’s advocacy will stretch from your immediate needs as you embark on a horrific journey to your future self – a version you likely cannot even fathom. He considers you long after your divorce is over; he’s advocating you five years from now, 10 years from now and 20 years from now. Brian is an expert in both property and custodial matters – he is well versed in all nuances that exist under those categories. Brian is an excellent communicator, responsive to emails, transparent in his communications with other attorneys, and he does not handle your case in court room hallways or cigar clubs - he handles your case with you hand-in-hand. To that point, it is your responsibility to also work on your case. Do your research, find the facts and the documents that support your case; that will help Brian do his job. Brian is an excellent attorney and a formidable opponent to whoever represents your spouse. Brian lives in the details, the nuances of the law, and that’s exactly where you want your attorney to be. If you’re in that place where you can’t think straight, you want Brian thinking on your behalf. But understand, Brian is not a therapist, his job isn’t to make you feel better, his job is to fight for you legally and that’s exactly what he does. Pleasantries exist before and after your meeting but when your meeting him try to work alongside him and at his pace. I sincerely enjoyed being a client of Brian’s as much as I am pleased with the outcome of my divorce. I have to also mention Diane, she works for Brian and is the warm smile when you walk in the office and the kind voice when you call. She is also excellent when it comes to communication. Diane is a great reminder that despite how dark your outlook is, there are sunny things in life. In closing I will tell you something Brian told me, it is perhaps the most important things I heard during my divorce and something that should be reiterated to people embarking on the ugly process of a divorce. “The journey is hard, but the destination is good.” With Brian guiding your case and advocating on your behalf, I am confident you will reach a good destination. I cannot more enthusiastically recommend Brian. He is truly best in class.

I was referred to Brian from a friend. I, in turn, referred a friend to Brian. When you find an attorney who is knowledgeable, experienced, and has your best interest at heart, you go with him. Divorce is full of emotion and I personally was a mess. Brian is a professional, and a businessman.... While some may interpret his direct and sometimes short, quick questions and comments unfavorably, I appreciated that. I fully understood that every phone call, email, letter generated, etc. was billable. As someone who is a talker, he kept me focused and to the point. He also provided me ways with saving money (ex, bringing 2 copies of documents, etc). Divorces are all unique, and each section of the document has to be hashed out between the two parties. It is stressful and takes time - and patience. I lack patience and wasn't dealing very well with the stress. Brian focused me on the issues, and did a phenomenal job understanding the unique situation. He communicated these things effectively to the Judge and things worked out favorably for me in several areas - thanks to Brian. Brian communicated with me every step of the way, copying me on all information that was sent out and forwarding all information received. He emailed me whenever he needed any information and I was quick to respond back, hoping to expedite things. The communication between us was excellent. When going to his office, I always felt comfortable. With the uneasiness of going to court, Brian always managed to secure a conference room so I didn't have to sit in the open area. I always appreciated his thoughtfulness in doing that. I needed to contact Brian after the divorce was finalized because some of the terms and conditions of the Judgment were not being followed by my ex. I had attempted to resolve this on my own on several occasions with no luck. Brian responded quickly to my email, called me, and mailed out a letter to get the situation corrected. I am thankful. I will continue to recommend Brian to others as I respect and appreciate him, in addition to his office staff. Read his resume too... it's impressive.

Brian is short tempered, and unfriendly. He has an old style approach that everything must go to trial. While he is good, he seems as if he can’t negotiate, it’s always worst case scenario. He gives quotes and while I expect him to sometimes go over them. He bills excessively and at one point charged... interest on my statements. He really doesn’t care about his clients. All about billing. I do have to say he is a worker.

Brian was amazing. I had my divorce handled previously by a different lawyer who looking back had zero interest in helping me at that time, or looking out for my young child's best interests and only wanted money. So, to my pleasant surprise when I approached Brian (who was referred to me by a close ...family friend who raved about him) he was very helpful. He was ALWAYS quick to respond or answer any questions I had, and even give me advice on how to handle certain situations. He definitely went above and beyond his job description to not only get the best result for me but took care of my son's needs as well. He is very thorough and explains everything so there are no surprises which made me feel more comfortable in such an uncomfortable setting. He was not only easy to work with but someone anyone can get along with. I wish I would have had him from the start and I never would have had to go back to court. Brian represented my son and I perfectly.

Like many facing the end of a marriage, I was in shock and completely overwhelmed at the dysfunctional life I was living when I first met with Brian for advice. He took time to understand the details of my situation, my values and my priorities, and laid out a plan. He was with me every step of t...he way. He was an advisor to me and an advocate in the courtroom. I highly recommend Brian.