Stephanie Ann Montgomery

Stephanie Ann Montgomery

4.7
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 24 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Williamsburg, VA
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Estate Planning, Real Estate

5520 Foundation Street, Williamsburg, VA

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Licensed in Virginia for 24 years

State: Virginia

Acquired: 2001

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Stephanie A. Montgomery, LLC

5520 Foundation Street, Williamsburg, VA, 23188

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Stephanie Ann Montgomery's Reviews

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4.7 /5.0

88 Client Reviews

Showing 16 - 20 of 26 reviews | Professionalism

Posted by Delois | October 21, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Needed the BEST!!!!

I needed a lawyer to represent my daughter in court for a “failure to yield ticket”. I have legal aid representation so when called for an attorney, I was transferred to her. When I spoke with her, she was up-beat and personal/professional. When we met on the court date, she made my family feel co...mfortable. She did a FANTASTIC job representing us!!!! If a family, friend or co-worker needs court representation, I will recommend Attorney Montgomery. My husband and daughter were really impressed. We all left the court room with smiles on our faces. No court cost!!! No charges!!!!

Stephanie Montgomery

Replied last October 21, 2019

Delois! You and your beautiful family were such a pleasure to assist!! I hope the need does not arise again however....it is does, I will be there to assist - just call me.

Posted by Toni | October 21, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Hire Stephanie Without Hesitation

Stephanie Montgomery is the type of lawyer that you want on your side. She's extremely professional, hard working, and smart. She's also very warm, easy to talk to, and caring. I always appreciate how Stephanie keeps it real by telling me what to expect. ... My complicated divorce isn't final yet. However, after experiencing court last week and having the opportunity to watch Stephanie in action, I am no longer afraid of what lies ahead. Stephanie's confidence is infectious and helps me feel better about returning to court. If you are looking for a lawyer who is highly respected, has lots of experience, and genuinely works hard for you, then hire Stephanie Montgomery without any hesitation.

Stephanie Montgomery

Replied last October 21, 2019

Toni, your comments are very much appreciated. You and I both know, it has been a complex case with many, many issues to resolve. Divorce and the resolution of custody, visitation , support issues as well as the Equitable Distribution Process are emotionally challenging and arduous most often. We have managed to get off to a great start and am hopeful to conclude all matters in the not too distant future. You have been nothing short of a joy to work with.

Posted by Ben | May 11, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

STAY AWAY! Breached her Fiduciary Duty

As Plaintiff. Retained Stephanie to file for Annulment of Marriage. She talks me out of it, and file for improper Divorce Complaint instead. She never properly disclosed conflict of interest. She file for Divorce instead, offers Defendant improper Agreement without my knowledge. Kept corresponding wi...th defendant, Breached her Fiduciary Duty, refused to produce my complete file and disclose information. Misleads me all the way and refused to mediate, she knows the can only prove it all claims. At the she tells me the DA is her friend and and knows all judges.For certain you’ll lose money, time and be left to suffer worse. STAY AWAY! She talks about it all even to clients of the firm and to other. No Client privileges.

Stephanie Montgomery

Replied last May 11, 2019

Ben, we can agree to disagree with the facts as you have stated. Your file was not only overnighted to you nearly a year and a half ago but it was also electronically sent to you via email multiple times after I consulted with the Virginia State Bar regarding you. To my knowledge you have had 5 attorneys, 4 of which requested to be relieved as counsel just as I did. I wish you the best in resolving whatever your remaining issues are.

Posted by anonymous | October 12, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Purely Professional

I needed a lawyer for a minor traffic incident. Ms Montgomery was quick to respond via email. She was professional and respectful to the court in both her mannerism and appearance. Her confidence in the courtroom is a clear indicator of her expertise and knowledge the law. She was helpful in gett...ing the initial charges reduced which was all I wanted in this case. Can't go wrong with her.

Posted by Shannon | April 10, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt

Unfiled bankruptcy

I went to see Ms. Montgomery to inquire about filing for bankruptcy. I paid all the fees in full and never filed. She stated it was just a click in order to be done filing. It was never filed. I requested a refund of my fees on multiple occassions for services not rendered. She stated she would have ...to see what the balance due back to me was since she had completed 90% of the work. Never heard from her again. I have never received an itemized statement detailing what services she performed, if there was a balance due, nothing. I know I will never get my money back. This is just a buyer beware. Very expensive lesson learned for me.

Stephanie Montgomery

Replied last April 10, 2018

Good Afternoon Shannon. You signed a retainer agreement on March 31, 2015. That agreement clearly detailed the procedures regarding retainers. Your entire petition was entered and we took creditor calls waiting on you to come in an finalize the process. My office called you on numerous occasions as is noted in the file. 3 years later when we do hear from you, your situation changed and you no longer qualified as you are well aware. There are few facts you left out in your posting that needed clarification. I wish you both the best.

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Helena Mock

Estate planning lawyer | Sep 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have worked with Stephanie on several guardianship cases where she served as guardian ad litem for the allegedly incapacitated individual. She is extremely professional and well-respected by the judges in our area. I love working with her."

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Shanna Harris

Divorce and separation lawyer | Dec 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"This attorney has a high level of professionalism and knowledge of the law."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2019

Top 100 Lawyers, The National Advocates

2018

Top 100 Lawyers, The National Advocates

2017

Top 100 Lawyers, The National Advocates

2016

Preeminent 4.8 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

Top 100 Lawyers, The National Advocates

Work Experience

2014 - 2018

Professor, Marshall-Wythe School of Law at the College of William & Mary

Associations

2016 - Present

National Association of Bankruptcy Attorneys

Executive Committee

2015 - Present

Virginia State Bar, Real Estate Section

Executive Committee

Education

1998

College of William and Mary, Marshall-Wythe School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1985

University of California - San Diego

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2019

Annual Convention

Legal Rights

Languages

English

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