Ann M. Paradis

Ann M. Paradis

also known as Gahagan Paradis, PLLC

4.3
Rating: 7.3

Licensed for 34 years

Education Lawyer at Durham, NC
Practice Areas: Education, Guardianship, Civil Rights ... +2 more

3326 Durham Chapel Hill Blvd., Suite 210-C, Durham, NC

About Ann

Biography

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 225-250 per hour

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in North Carolina for 32 years

State: North Carolina

Acquired: 1993

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Massachusetts for 34 years

State: Massachusetts

Acquired: 1991

Retired

No misconduct found

Location

Gahagan Paradis, PLLC

3326 Durham Chapel Hill Blvd., Suite 210-C, Durham, NC, 27707

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Ann M. Paradis's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.3 /5.0

13 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 2 of 2 reviews | Responsiveness

Posted by Joe Emanuelson | April 06, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Education

Charged multiple retainer fees and then unexpectedly dropped me as a client

I was a client of Ann Paradis from November of 2015-March 2016. I had received an unfortunate and wrongful dismissal from a graduate school academic program in October of 2015 and sought Ann's legal assistance. Ann was clear with me in the beginning that the school had committed a number of violation...s and that she would help me fight for justice. These violations included mistreatment, retaliation, and denial of due process rights. I noticed that after I had agreed to hire Ann, it became more and more difficult to get a hold of her via phone or email. On two occasions, she sent out letters to the school with multiple errors before receiving my approval. She seemed very irritated that I did not approve of this. I had put in a great deal of time organizing my documents and evidence that were pertinent to the case, but I never got the feeling that she thoroughly reviewed them. After spending three weeks drafting a letter for Ann's review with the help of a family attorney, Ann unexpectedly sent me an email, stating she was declining to provide any more legal assistance. She refused to even read the letter that I had spent so much time on. Now, I must hire another attorney and pay another hefty fee just to get them on board with my case. I would be extremely hesitant to hire Ann as your attorney for any matter.

Posted by Jennifer | March 07, 2013 | Guardianship

Proficient, Precise, and Passionate Legal Professional

Attorney Paradis was just amazing. She worked very quickly in a very short period of time (less than 48 hour turnaround). A local hospital had filed for guardianship of my mother due to her deteriorating health condition. I was unable to have a more active role in my mother's care due to the fact ...that I live out of state. So, I begin to search the internet for an attorney. I found Attorney Paradis website. I called, and she answered. She perform my initial consult right then and there on the phone. She requested that I send her a copy of the legal documents that I had received, in order for her to determine whether or not she would take the case. And she did decide to take it. She went to court and allowed me to have a voice in the courtroom, when I could not be present in court. I am forever grateful for her assistance in winning my mother's case. Overall, she is an amazing Legal Professional with a heart.

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Ann M. Paradis's Lawyer Endorsements

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Kellie Gonzalez

Unknown lawyer | Jan 28

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Karen Vaughn

Education lawyer | Aug 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ann is an incredible resource. She is thorough in her work and well-versed in education law. She is an asset to clients and fellow attorneys."

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Mary Gurganus

Child abuse lawyer | Aug 08

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. She is also a strong advocate for children's need for appropriate education."

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Mary Gurganus

Litigation lawyer

Experience

Rating:  7.3 (Very Good)

Work Experience

2019 - Present

Attorney, Gahagan Paradis, PLLC

2009 - 2018

Attorney, Law Office of Ann M. Paradis

2007 - 2010

Contract Attorney, Legal Aid of North Carolina

1999 - 1999

Staff Attorney, Legal Aid Of North Carolina, Inc.

1995 - 1998

Associate Attorney, Wilkins & Wellons

1993 - 1995

Staff Attorney, Carolina Legal Assistance

Associations

2012 - Present

Counsel of Parent Attorneys and Advocates

Attorney Member

2009 - Present

North Carolina Bar Association

Attorney Member

2008 - 2012

North Carolina Advocates for Justice

Attorney Member

Education

1990

Western New England College School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1987

University of Massachusetts, Amherst

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

Spanish

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