Amanda Bowden Johnson's Reviews

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4.2 /5.0

139 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | August 26, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Fast, Hassle free divorce

I really thought a divorce was gonna be long and drawn out. But this law firm has proven to me that it doesn't have to be. I got my requested form in fast and they didn't delay the process at all.

Posted by Chelsea | September 10, 2015 | Divorce & Separation

Helped me a ton!

Amanda writes very clearly and concisely. She will spell things out for you so even those ignorant of "legalese"/legal terms will understand. I have read up on divorce laws, but she helped me understand the complexities of "separation". I have only used her for a question on Avvo, but when I'm able ...to get divorced provided it remains uncontested, I will call her. Also, I noticed people who were "unhappy" with some of the things Amanda said to them. No one talks to a lawyer when things are going well. If you're talking to Amanda, you are probably in a pickle. No one likes to hear the hard truth especially when the truth violates preconceived notions and/or is detrimental to their aim. Amanda is very courteous and respectful, but I think it is unreasonable to expect to be coddled by a lawyer. The law is -reason- free from passion. -Aristotle

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Posted by Kristina | April 29, 2016 | Divorce & Separation

Not sure yet

Not sure how this will handle yet. Went through the process of the complaint divorce form so I'm ready to go just need to pay for my divorce. The service seems ok. A few times someone at that law firm got really rude to me because I ask alot of questions and don't understand. This is my first divorc...e. I feel like they should email me back more often with more specific answers and I went a month a one time emailing them and getting no response until yesterday finally. not meaning I emailed them for a whole month. I don't know if I ever spoke to Amanda so can't say. I'm sure she does her job the best she can. I'm iffy about paying for the divorce and lose my money or not get my divorce. I have trust issues because companies etc took my money before and I never heard back from them or never got what I paid for. Dealt with alot of scammers. I want to go through houser law firm for my divorce and stop being nervous about not getting divorced or something coming up or get jipped I guess u can say lol. I'm giving it a 3 star because I don't know yet how this will turn out but I hear good things and Lawyers are busy. So Amanda may be just right may be giving a 5 star soon.

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Posted by anonymous | March 12, 2026

BEWARE UNPROFESSIONAL ATTORNEY

This woman is just a B period. My daughter’s Dad has Eight contempts for making unilateral decisions. I asked what a court is likely to do and she proceeds to tell me it’s my fault and that a judge should shame me in open court.

Amanda Johnson

Replied last March 12, 2026

Some people just don't like to hear the truth. I didn't say it was your fault, I said it was both of your faults and yeah the Judge should shame you both as it is a shame you and the other parent have to have strangers force you to do right by the child. So here is your question and what I actually said. Most will see who the 'b' is. What is a NC Custody Judge likely to do in a contempt case? I have brought 8 contempts against my daughter’s Dad. 6 for making clear cut unilateral educational and extracurricular decisions, and 2 for taking her out of state without providing me with the pertinent info. My concern is that his attorney will file retaliatory contempts for missed phone calls and derogatory comments in Our Family Wizard which he is also guilty of. What is a judge likely to do in this situation? How things turn out will mostly depend on whether you are bumbling around attempting to do this yourself or if you have an attorney and if so, the skill of your attorney. We can't tell you with any significant degree of accuracy what a Judge will do - they have quite a fair bit of discretion. I can tell you normal people don't need strangers to referee the raising of their children so if you are having to go to court, right off the bat you are likely gonna be somewhat suspect in a Judge's mind as at least potentially a bit south of normal. Hopefully what happens is a Judge shames both of you publicly in open court for putting ridiculous pettiness ahead of working together for the benefit of the child and come up with a plan to essentially force both of you to do right. However, if you'd rather prepare for 'retaliatory contempts', then you need to consult with a family law attorney who can review your specific situation in more detail than can be done in a limited forum like this.

Posted by anonymous | January 25, 2026 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Unprofessional, judgmental, and failed to answer legal questions

I asked a specific question about property recovery and evidence preservation, but this attorney ignored the legal inquiry entirely. Instead, they provided a condescending lecture about my character and dismissed my situation as 'crap.' If you are looking for professional legal advice rather than uns...olicited personal judgment, look elsewhere.

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Amanda Johnson

Replied last January 26, 2026

You are an entitled child who is asking if you can sue your parents or file criminal charges against them thru law enforcement and who shouldn't even be on this site until you are 18 and who doesn't wanna do what mommy and daddy tell you to. Basically, you need a spanking. Here's your question: I am 17 and my parents took the two phones that my boyfriend bought for me, what can I do? I am a 17-year-old residing in North Carolina, and both of my phones have been taken by my parents without my consent. These phones were gifts from my boyfriend, who pays for the plan. Despite my negotiations, my parents deny having taken or seen the phones. One phone was taken on December 15th, and the other Jan 22 around 5:30-6 PM. I can prove one phone is still in their room via "Find My Device," though they have turned the other off. I am seeking legal advice on how to proceed to retrieve the phones legally, potentially involving the police, and whether I can take action through small claims court. And here my response which another attorney agrees with: You are seventeen and still a child. When you turn 18, you can move out and make all the choices you wanna make. Until then - do what your parents say.

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Michael Doland

General practice lawyer | Apr 11

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Benjamin Goldman

Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer | Aug 23

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"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Houser's answers on Avvo indicate she is a highly knowledgeable speeding ticket attorney."

Leif Hamman

Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer | Sep 17

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"Ms. Houser takes a 'no-frills', 'no-holds-barred' approach to practicing law. She gives her clients the unvarnished truth of their situations and works from there. I endorse this lawyer for her "plain truth' approach."

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Uncontested divorce lawyer | Aug 17

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Uncontested divorce lawyer | May 16

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DUI and DWI lawyer | Dec 16

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Unknown lawyer | Nov 09

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Unknown lawyer | Aug 22

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"I endorse this lawyer. I personally look forward to reading Ms. Houser's responses to questions on Avvo because her no-nonsense practical contributions are often helpful, even to other attorneys. She is a top flight lawyer."

Marie-Jacques Ambroise

Unknown lawyer | May 13

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Kenneth Love

Divorce and separation lawyer | Dec 09

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"Ms Houser applies a no nonsense approach to analyzing the legal problems of her clients. She gets no pleasure from talking over your head or wasting time with legal concepts which may or may not apply. Ms. Houser wants to get to the point and resolve her client's issues as efficiently as possible."

Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Nov 03

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"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."

Eva Clement

Divorce and separation lawyer | Oct 31

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Michael Gerace

Divorce and separation lawyer | Sep 08

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"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."

Steven Laird

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 07

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"Amanda is a great attorney who works hard for her clients. You will be in good hands."

Lee Thompson

Family lawyer | Aug 18

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"Although I do not know Ms. Houser personally, I have read her answers on this site from people writing in with legal questions. Her responses are concise and well thought out and certainly beneficial to those asking questions and there I can endorse Ms. Houser as an attorney."

Curt Bogen

Divorce and separation lawyer | Aug 12

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"Amanda has a wonderful "take no prisoners" attitude which enables her to tell the unvarnished truth to her clients. She is a skilled advocate, knows the law, and has the ability to powerfully represent her clients and win cases. I endorse this lawyer. She has great instincts, and from her responses to questions on this website and others, gives of herself in a public forum in a manner which does credit to our profession. I respect and value her as a colleague. You should respect her as an Attorney."