Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

69 Client Reviews

Filter Avvo Reviews (69) Refine reviews to match your needs. Use the filters to quickly surface reviews that align with your case or priorities.

Showing 6 - 10 of 24 reviews | Criminal Defense

Posted by MJ23 | March 16, 2020 | Hired Attorney

Vicious DUI Litigator

I thought because this attorney was so famous and well known, he would be very expensive. Don't judge a book by its cover. Despite Mr. Stafilatos fame on network news and social media and the quality of his work, which I researched before going to his office, his fees were surprisingly affordable. Th...at just goes to show, that quality does not have to be expensive when you hire the right attorney. I hired Mr. Stafilatos for a complicated legal matter which he was able to win for me in a short period of time. Let me explain what happened, initially I met with several other attorneys regarding this very provable DUI case. In fact, the other two attorneys suggested that I go ahead and take a plea and do the best with probation conditions. Based on my blood alcohol reading, that would make alot of sense and I was prepared to accept responsibility for my horrible use of judgment on that night. However, I retained Mr. Cal, and during our first interview it went so well that I hired him on the spot. I am glad I did because he did what most other attorneys do not do. He subpoenaed the maintenance records of the Intoximeter machine, and low and behold after discovery was disclosed by the State it revealed the machine that was used had been expired and had not been tested for accuracy for over a year. Ultimately, the test results were excluded at trial and the disposition of the case was “NOT GUILTY”!!! I learned a valuable lesson that night and through this entire legal process. And even though I walked out of the courtroom relieved I wouldn’t have a record and that this nightmare was over, Cal made sure I was prepared going into the case with his facilitation of alcohol counseling and his sound advice. He counseled me like a big brother and made sure that I understood how bad this could have been for me. Point blank, the man cares about his clients personally and also takes the time to ensure that I don’t repeat this behavior. Cal is very personable and always accessible, especially over email correspondence. His office staff is always professional and accommodating and I was kept informed throughout my entire legal process. I am very appreciative of having met this attorney who I now consider my friend. I highly recommend him and his legal group!

Posted by anonymous | March 14, 2020 | Hired Attorney

Highly Recommended!!!

I hired Cal Stafilatos, two times as my criminal defense lawyer. I highly recommend him! He works hard for his clients. He never made me feel like he was rushing me along just to get to the next client. He is very professional, easy to talk with and his rates are reasonable. I would definitely hire... him again. Thank you, VB

Posted by JG | March 09, 2020 | Hired Attorney

Very helpful

Helped me win a accident case and helped me save a lot of money on tickets! Went very hard on the prosecution and proved me not guilty!! Will be hiring him again when needed.

Posted by A | March 04, 2020 | Hired Attorney

Excellent work

The lawyer obtained all the necessary information and 911 calls. He did an excellent job at explaining my options and in the end he was able to get me no jail time and a PBJ. Would definitely recommend reaching out to him for anything.

Posted by anonymous | December 20, 2019

neglectful, not worth $10.00

This lawyer talked a very convincing game when I met him, (and paid him). Then it was weeks, before I could get a hold of him to discuss my case. He wouldn't return calls to his office or cell phone. He only answered me when I told him I had a new case or more money for him. He made MANY promises to ...meet with me at the detention center to discuss my case. MONTHS pass by, no word. No returned calls. Didn't see him until the day of court. He then told me he worked out a deal with the plaintiff in my case. I needed to rush him restitution money that day for this deal. He told me he met with plaintiff months prior. My case was put on a stet docket pending verification of this deal. Well, my case we reopened and retried because the lawyer NEVER TALKED TO THE PLAINTIFF. Once again no updates of the retrial or any word at all from the lawyer... Months pass by and the day of my retrial, he doesn't show. He sent another lawyer on his behalf that had no history or knowledge of my case, at all. I guess Mr. Stafilatos didn't want to face me or the JUDGE he lied to. Oh, here's the best part. Since the "deal" he made was make believe, I wanted my money back. It took me FOUR MONTHS to get my money back from him and it was short $20.00. I wouldn't recommend this lawyer for a speeding ticket. He's a crook and plain horrible lawyer. $3000 can't even buy you a phone call or status update with this lawyer. Call ANYONE else, please.

Calistratos Stafilatos

Replied last December 20, 2019

Although I do not agree with your characterization of the events that transpired with your matter, I cannot address the merits of your complaint on this site. As an attorney, the rules of ethics forbid me from disclosing the confidential and privileged information required to provide a fair and accurate response. I would be pleased to meet with you to discuss these issues, but I cannot compromise your privacy by doing so in a public forum. However, it helps to have constructive criticism to ensure I am doing my job well. Nevertheless, we take every customer concern seriously and work hard to ensure that when issues do arise, we do everything we can to make things right. We have been in the legal business in Maryland for almost 20 years and in that time we have reliably and successfully served thousands of residents and their families with their legal issues to their satisfaction. We are proud of our record and our position as an industry leader in quality legal representation. I am always honest with my clients and potential clients, and so if my explanation regarding your case was not understood by you, it was never my intention to offend or mislead you, but rather to help you make the determination with all of the facts and circumstances at your disposal. It is my sincere hope that you find peace and success in your future endeavors. Take care.

See All Client Reviews