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Jeffrey Michael Kessler

2.4
Rating: 6.5

Licensed for 21 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Vinton, VA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Po Box 603, Vinton, VA

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Licensed in Virginia for 21 years

State: Virginia

Acquired: 2004

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Jeffrey M. Kessler, Attorney At Law, PLLC

Po Box 603, Vinton, VA, 24179-0603

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Jeffrey Michael Kessler's Reviews

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2.4 /5.0

5 Client Reviews

Posted by Elaine | September 22, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Please know this lawyer talks a lot with out saying anything important to put it the impression that he's going to work for you.

He was my court appointment attorney for Roanoke City he said there and talked a lot acting like he wanted me to understand everything in the long run at the end of my court case that needed to be appealed he just walked out didn't say a word for me and refuse to answer my calls reply to my emails af...ter that court date. He talks a lot without saying anything important to make it seem like he's doing his job when he's really just trying to put on the appearance that he's trying to win a case for you. He represented me in child custody case of my two-year-old daughter and when it needed to be appealed he never said a word about it and just walked out after promising me that I would have custody back within 3 months as long as I did everything they said but at the end of the day when it needed to be appealed he walked out and said nothing so now 2 months later and I have no idea what I'm supposed to do because he didn't tell me anything.

Posted by Paul | September 10, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Really patient and understanding

was excellent to work with—Mr. Kessler was patient, intelligent, and easy to talk to. He stayed with me for several hours after court making certain i understood everything I needed to do to make the judge happy. And it all worked. He explained everything I didn't understand and got me a good result.... I’d definitely recomend him.

Posted by anonymous | September 10, 2024 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Lies and never calls back, never does what he says he will

If you’re appointed Mr. Kessler, immediately ask and file for another attorney. Document everything through email, everything! Record everything and do your research on which papers to write. Research what Demure is before or AT the arraignment, NOT after. He never filed motions or appeals after stat...ing he did, he never called back or emailed hardly, always avoided or didn’t answer questions, and do NOT tell him any personal information. If he says he did something, NEVER believe him. He is good at manipulation through a soft and tender voice, but his eyes tell you he’s lying. You have been warned. NEVER be afraid of speaking your mind when it comes to your personal life!

Posted by Keisha | December 13, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Really helpful

Mr Kessler made a genuine effort to ensure I comprehended every aspect of my case. He took the time to explain everything in simple terms and patiently answering my questions until I really understood . It's rare to find someone who not only possesses an impressive intellect but also genuinely ca...res about their client's comprehension

Posted by Michael | April 29, 2010

Bad service, doesn't care

I was appointed Mr. Kessler for a criminal defense matter. He never called the witnesses I wanted to call, and didn't say anything in court. I was convicted even though I was innocent because he wouldn't call my witnesses. I'm very disappointed.

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