Diane Marilyn Sternlieb

Wow to think after three long years it looks like we FINALLY have our life back. After escaping with my life from a very abusive and violent relationship , I remarried and it seemed that's when things went from bad to worse. My "baby daddy" wanted nothing to do with our little boys until he saw they... were finally out of his control and happy. My husband and I decided we needed protection and an adoption to keep them safe forever. As you can imagine a contested adoption is probably the hardest case to win. The day we walked out of Dee's office we knew she was the one. She told us straight up what to expect and the risk. After hearing my story she took me in like one of her own daughters. She promised to do everything in her power to protect us. She fought for my boys like they were her own grandchildren. We shared many laughs and just as many cries, sleepless nights together and hours on the phone. I had all but given up on the legal system because it had failed us and thank goodness it didn't cost me my life. I can never begin to tell you enough how amazing of an attorney she is. Her passion to protect those that can't protect themselves is simply amazing in itself. She is a powerhouse in that little frame. Its extremely impressive to receive a ruling from the judge and every quote and case law sighted came from your attorney, that's how you know how good she is. It's something you need to see for yourself. You have nothing to lose and everything to gain.

I met Diane after candid "hellos" at the courthouse, after witnessing her legal prowess in the courtroom. You see, I had never seen the inside of a courtroom in my life (unless it was on t.v.) until my ex-wife and her new husband began to alienate me from my daughter and undermine my rights and role ...as her father. I had hired a very well-known attorney, who was also a respected life-long friend, and he introduced me to Dee. Many a day I sat in the corner of a petrified oak courtroom pew just waiting my turn to be heard. During these times I was able to observe Dee in action as a very passionate and detailed advocate for her clients. Because my attorney was spending so much time with my case, he later recommended Dee to me. So, I personally contacted Dee's office for a consultation. I was her last appointment of the day, but Jessie worked me in and treated me like family as soon as I walked in the door. Dee addressed me and my concerns with sincere and honest dialog and spent extra time with me asking me detailed questions and taking notes. Since that day, Dee has been by my side in the courtroom and in life ever since -- and she believes in me and my cause. Dee has inspired me to embrace my rights as a father and she has empowered me to preserve those same rights as I unwaveringly protect the innocence of my daughter. Dee is an exceptional attorney, person, mother and friend. Success always leaves clues. So, if you're serious about standing up for what's right, and want a consecrated and devoted attorney to partner with you, I suggest you call Jessie and meet Dee for a consultation. I am so glad that I did.

Dee answered the prayers of my husband and I. Our children were put into the temporary custody of a family member because of our substance abuse. After doing rehab, getting clean, putting our lives back together we attempted to regain custody. We were denied custody after going before a judge becaus...e to our shock, the temporary guardian had hired a local Carrollton lawyer to fight us getting the babies back. Even after going to mediation, taking parenting classes, relentless and tons of hair follicle drug tests, etc., we were being bulldozed and denied custody. We had even had a consultation with a different lawyer, before finding Diane, that immediately heard the details of our "story" and quickly told us that we were going to be fighting a very hard battle because "only 3% of parents with substance abuse every get their children back". After feeling like we were constantly being defeated, we met with Dee and she actually LISTENED to our cries and gave us hope! Day 1, she promised that she would get us our babies back....and she never gave up. She made our case personal and she fought as if these were her kids. If you are in search of a lawyer who is honest, sincere, dedicated and "knows her stuff", then there is no need to "shop around". I will forever be in debt to Dee and Jesse for being there and getting my family back together when we had always been told that it couldn't happen.

You've all heard the saying "tell em what they want to here", which is exactly what I was expecting. Well, that's not what you get from Diane M. Sternlieb. You get the cold hard truth, weather you want to here it or not, but expressed with true compassion and respect for you and your situation. She e...xplained upfront exactly what I could expect. And she was right. A father fighting for custody rights is in a very difficult position. Without the knowledge and guidance of Ms. Sternlieb I would have been at the mercy of the court. Instead, I was informed and ready for every obstacle the opposition offered. And when dealing with the opposition Ms. Sternlieb was strong and steady, never wavering, and always offering advise based on what was right, not just about wining. Never having been in this situation before, I felt vulnerable and alone. Ms. Sternlieb helped me through the most difficult time of my life. Her knowledge of the law and court system raised by spirits and gave me the confidence to en dour a hard ship I would wish on no one. Ms. Sternlieb did more than just represent me, she believed in my cause. She fought for my rights with a passion. She understood my concerns, doubts and fears. And when calling to express them, she would quickly put them to rest. My best expectations were exceeded consistently throughout the ordeal. The say behind every great person is an assistant. Shannen McClain is outstanding. She was there every step of the way. Offering support and kindness, she completes the Law Offices of Diane M. Sternlieb. Her dedication, knowledge and hard work made this ordeal bearable. I could never thank her enough for the help she provided. I strongly recommend the Law Offices of Diane M. Sternlieb for the hard work and strong morals both Ms. Sternlieb and Shannen stand for . For family law needs you cant go wrong here.