Ann-Rose Marie Johnson-Lewis

I was referred to Hands Law Firm by a family member around April 2015 when I was seeking to move my Child Custody case from MO to NC. Having dealt with attorneys who were more concerned with my ex husband's fatherly rights more than mine as the primary custodial parent of our child, I was not at all... thrilled to be consulting yet another attorney due to having little to no faith in attorneys. That all changed when I had my consultation with Mrs. Johnson-Lewis. Mrs. Johnson-Lewis listened intently as I explained how my mother and child planned on moving to NC with me (my mother already rented out her home) when I obtained a job transfer. My ex husband blocked my daughter moving to NC with me (under age 10 at the time) and had to stay in the state of MO with my mother. They had to rely on the generosity of my mom's ex coworker (both retired) who opened up her house to them while I fought for them to be able to move to NC. Mind you, my ex lived in a different state at the time so our child was literally without a parent in the same state. After 9 grueling months, I finally gave up child support, signed a parenting plan that allowed him to basically become the first legalized "dead beat dad" because he had no financial obligation, nor any real responsibility for our child except to see our child whenever he felt like it all while having the legal right to have a say in what our child could/could not do as far as educational/medical decisions were concerned. Our initial fight was because he couldn't understand why I would move from MO to NC for a job transfer but after said order was put in place he moved to another state for a job transfer...really? Mrs. Johnson-Lewis showed compassion for not only me but for my child and my mother for what we went through. She was always professional and gave sound advise whenever I needed it. She always returned my emails/phone calls when I had questions or concerns and would make sure to keep me updated on things which built my trust in her as my attorney. Mrs. Johnson-Lewis got my case moved from MO to NC and then she guided me through the process of modifying our parenting plan and child support. Not only did I receive a more clear cut parenting plan that spells out exactly what dates/ times visitations are with my child and my ex, I received child support, child support arrears, the final say in all decision making as the primary custodial parent, peace of mind that I do not have to put up with the nonsense from my ex anymore regarding visitation dates, and I can FINALLY really move on and enjoy the life that I have fought so hard to build for myself and my child. Mrs. Johnson-Lewis will fight for you and with you but in a fair and just way. She is straight forward with you and listens to you more than you know. She will not lie to you and say everything will go perfectly your way but her diligence and unwavering care regarding your case will speak for volumes as to how hard she is working behind the scenes for you. I do not want to go to court anymore, but if I ever need to again, I will be calling on Mrs. Johnson-Lewis to represent me.

I contacted the Hands Law Firm late 2013 seeking assistance with an unexpected Child Custody case. I was referred to Mrs. Johnson-Lewis. She immediately took the time to listen to my situation and began to guide me. My case turned out to be more complicated than we could have ever anticipated. Mrs.... Johnson-Lewis, never lost hope, was very patient, understandable, and extremely knowledgeable. She knows the law and is not afraid to go the extra mile in the name of Justice. At times when I felt as if all was lost she would share words of wisdom not just from the legal standpoint but from a person who can feel the pain of others. She was tremendously sensitive to my emotional well-being as well as that of my children. In addition to all the knowledge and sensitivity, Mrs. Johnson is extremely prompt to answer any questions that I may have (lots of questions). This was highly important to me as my situation would change quickly, we never knew what would come next, but in every case she knew what to do, had the tools to do it and swiftly handled the matter successfully. I hope not to find myself in a contention again, but if it should happen or I find myself in a different type of legal dispute I would not hesitate to contact her. I can proudly say “I have an attorney, her name is Anne Rose Johnson-Lewis”