Cinda L. Scales

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Cinda L. Scales

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Rating: 7.8

Licensed for 36 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Martinsburg, WV
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Family, Child Custody ... +2 more

314 W John St, Martinsburg, WV

About Cinda

Biography

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Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 30%

30%
Child Custody 20%

20%
Child Support 20%

20%
Family 20%

20%
Marriage and Prenuptials 10%

10%

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Awards

Notable Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in Maryland for 34 years

State: Maryland

Acquired: 1991

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in West Virginia for 36 years

State: West Virginia

Acquired: 1989

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Cinda L. Scales

314 W John St, Martinsburg, WV, 25401-3224

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Cinda L. Scales's Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | February 22, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Professional, ethical and experienced

Mrs. Scales represented me in my divorce. She did everything she could to help explain the law to me. I received even more than what I thought that I was entitled to. She and her staff were professional and courteous throughout my divorce. I appreciate her help and will use her for any future cases. ...Her fees were reasonable and I hope my ex-husband is still having nightmares after our final hearing.

Posted by anonymous | December 08, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Highly Recommend

From the beginning of the process to the end, Ms. Scales was professional, extremely knowledgeable and well prepared. I never once felt uneasy or unsure going into a hearing. She would always let me know beforehand what to expect at that time. Her staff was always professional and when I would cal...l the office to ask a question regarding my case, they were extremely helpful and would call me back promptly with the answer. I found her fees to be fair and reasonable especially after talking with others who had also been through the divorce process with other attorneys. Going through a divorce is a very unsettling time for people. It's important to find someone that will make you feel confident that they are fighting for you. I highly recommend Ms. Scales.

Posted by anonymous | October 18, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Buyer beware - Do your homework -

Divorces are hard. Don't rush into hiring this firm. Cinda will rush you and charge you in full. Works towards agreements with legal community vs. fighting for you. Billing is a nightmare and if question they become very rude. I found we did 90% of the research and provided all paperwork needed and s...till were charged even charged for work redone because if there errors. Cinda will leave uou feeling she understands your case:need and has you covered till court date thennits all about kicking the can down the road to drive billings. Hire outside the area if you want an attorney to focus on your needs vs mediation and billables.

Posted by anonymous | September 14, 2015 | Divorce & Separation

Beware

Cinda Scales was the worst lawyer I have ever had. It felt more like she was representing my ex than she was me. She treated me disrespectfully and extremely condescending . She was expensive and she cost me so much more than money by choosing her. If you are considering hiring her you better know yo...ur law because she doesn't have time to explain to you what's going on and will recommend you take the easy path that could screw you in the long run and then charges like she worked on your case for hundreds of hours. She is not prepared when she goes into court so don't be surprised if she doesn't recognize you when you go for hearings.

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Experience

Rating:  7.8 (Very Good)

Honors

2023

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

1984 - 2015

Professor, Shepherd University

Associations

2010 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

1992 - Present

TriCounty Bar Association

Treasurer

1991 - Present

Maryland Bar Foundation

Member

1989 - Present

West Virginia State Bar

Member

Education

1991

University of Maryland School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

Speaking Engagements

2014

West Virginia University College of Law Family Law CLE INTERSECTION OF DIVORCE AND BANKRUPTCY

Languages

English

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