Michael P. Forbes

I spoke with Michael about a mortgage company unjustly raising my family’s mortgage significantly and giving us different reasons each time we disputed their claims. I shared all of the details regarding the matter with Michael and he was super friendly and joking saying that he reviewed everything a...nd I have a good case and we could sue them. Our goal was to stop the mortgage company from raising our monthly payments. He told me he wanted me to pay for the initial letter to the mortgage company first, to get the mortgage company to stick to one specific reason why they raised the payment, so that when we go to court the mortgage company would have to stick to whatever they responded with. He said once we get the response, we would sue and his fees would be contingent on a win. I should have known right there. First off the letter he wanted to send to the mortgage company was terrible. It had the wrong account number, the wrong company, and a lot of grammatical errors. I had to send it back corrected. As soon as I paid him, the friendliness stopped, he suddenly was always busy, and when the mortgage company finally responded providing us with the same details I already shared with him prior to hiring him, he said his unnamed “expert” told him the numbers are off just a little so they won’t be moving forward with anything. He made sure not to send me anything in writing about his opinion. When I asked him to explain what he thought the details of the letter the mortgage company sent meant, he said his "expert" looked at this for him and that he himself don’t understand it. Now I have to go hire a real attorney. Don't hire this guy. I would give zero stars if I could.

I called Michael Forbes' office a week ago Thursday and got a call back from him 10 minutes later in a rushed tone that he had no time to talk, just like another reviewer has mentioned. He was very positive toward my case in the brief time we talked, it is the type of case he has written about and w...as very passionate in saying I have been wronged. He said to have my evidence ready and that he would call me the next day, which would be Friday, or Monday at the latest to discuss everything further as he had deadlines to meet that day. I was excited thinking I would be able to hire somebody who really seemed like he cared and would help me fight this. Next Wednesday came with still no call back. 5 days later. I called him and left a nice message. Nothing. Thursday came. Nothing. Now it is a week later with no call back as promised. Instead of just simply telling you he can't take your case he leads you on and gives you hope. I don't understand what purpose this serves anybody or how professional this would be considered.

I quickly had to get legal counsel and luckily for me I found Micheal Forbes and Nancy . The Respect and guidance was outstanding at all times, prompt, timely and open for calls and quick updates, and worked through all of the questions and issues I was concerned with. I can't thank Micheal enough... and Nancy. I highway recommend a great knowledgeable attorney to my family and friends

Michael has not only given me sound legal advice that has helped me professionally and personally, but his entire approach brings calm to what can be a tense, frightening, or aggravating situation. He is a solo practitioner with a number of clients. If he's at trial or at a hearing, as lawyers often ...are, Nancy is always able to help me. When I meet with him I have his full attention and, get this, his appreciation of the emotional aspects of a dispute or difficult situation. That alone got me through some very tough times. I saw a review that said Michael was gruff as he headed for trial. I'm amazed he answered the phone! And apparently he used salty language? Hey, he's a Delco lawyer! I'd be suspicious if he didn't! All kidding aside, I heartily recommend Michael for consumer and small business matters, and general guidance on most legal issues an individual might face. If it's not his area, he can guide you to the right place, and you will feel better having consulted him.