LaQuaria Shenez Barton

One star is too much. Very Unprofessional, disorganized, rude and did not represent her client as agreed. Was "heavily medicated" at times by her own admission, changed stipulations in orders without discussing them with her client, never provided copies of client/attorney contacts, never sent discov...eries or even disclosed when mediations were set.

I am writing this review to share my experience with the legal services provided by Attorney Barton. I believe that providing feedback about my experience is essential in assisting others who may be seeking legal representation. My overall experience with Attorney Barton was deeply disappointing a...nd fell short of my expectations. From the beginning of our professional relationship, I had hoped for a diligent and supportive advocate who would prioritize my best interests. Unfortunately, this was not the case. Firstly, I must express my disappointment regarding the lack of preparation leading up to the hearing. Despite my explicit request, the night before my final hearing I had to contact Mrs. Barton and request last-minute preparation for both myself and my witness. This unexpected request should not have been necessary, as it is a fundamental aspect of legal representation to adequately prepare clients and their witnesses for court proceedings. Furthermore, during the hearing, I was dismayed to learn that she did not mention the incident that occurred at my son school, which resulted in his out-of-school suspension. I made several requests for her to address the opposing parties work schedule and to bring up important issues such as the gun incident, where my son had access to his father’s firearm on multiple occasions (as listed in the threat assessment I provided), the cigarette incident where he brought his father's cigarette to school, and the level of aggression our son has displayed since being in his fathers care. However, none of these crucial points were mentioned during the proceedings. This omission was particularly troubling, as it undermined the opportunity to present relevant and compelling evidence supporting my case. Additionally, Mrs. Barton’s statement that she saw my children’s father as a good parent who cares about his kids contradicted the evidence we had submitted, clearly demonstrating his abusive behavior towards our children. She failed to mention his history of DV, child abuse convictions, DUIs, and the several reports made to the department of family and children services from our children’s school. Throughout the proceedings, I observed several missed opportunities for her to object to inappropriate lines of questioning from the opposing side. Her soft-spoken demeanor and failure to assertively advocate for my interests and the well-being of our children left me feeling unsupported and vulnerable. During a 10-minute mediation period granted by the judge, she allowed the GAL to dominate the conversation with irrelevant matters for a significant portion of the limited time provided. This lack of control over the proceedings and failure to utilize the allotted time effectively further contributed to my disappointment and frustration. Moreover, I was deeply disappointed when the judge announced her intention to make a final ruling without allowing my witness to testify, and Mrs. Barton remained silent, failing to advocate for my rights at that crucial moment. Overall, the services provided by Mrs. Barton fell far short of the level of advocacy and professionalism I expected and deserved. I entrusted her with my faith, time, and financial resources, expecting competent, thorough, and ethical representation. Unfortunately, the outcome of the hearing mirrored what I could have expected if I had represented myself, as no substantial progress was made in addressing my concerns. I sincerely hope that this review prompts Mrs. Barton to reflect upon and address the concerns raised. Constructive feedback can lead to growth and improvement in legal practice, ultimately benefiting future clients. It is my genuine desire that Mrs. Barton takes these matters seriously and makes the necessary changes to better serve her clients in the future.

Despite having been in practice for such a short time, LQ is an exceptionally good attorney. She represented me in a case where I was being sued as the Executor of an estate for a debt which the statute of limitations had expired. (I am a retired attorney and know that lawyers who represent themselv...es have a fool for a client, hence LQ representing me.). I was blown away by how thorough her research was and the complexity of her legal theories, which she then expertly articulated in the legal documents she drafted and filed. Needless to say, I won the case. Or, I should say, LQ won the case. This lady is sharp, sharp, sharp. She is also very client-oriented, and was very good about keeping in touch with me to advise me as to the status of my case, which I appreciated greatly. If you are looking for a jam-up attorney, look no further than LQ. I could not have been more pleased with her services. 10/10, highly recommend.

I was ordered child support for my son a few years ago. His father and I maintained a civil relationship for many years until he established a relationship with his current wife. Paying his child support was never an issue until it was. Promises turned into disappointments. For a year, I received par...tial or no payment with him requesting patience from me. I complied with the hope that he would keep his promises. At this point, payments stopped altogether. I was told he didn't have any funds, plus he needed to build and sell his mother's house, ”be patient with me.” During that time he moved his current wife and her son to the states telling me he was unable to fulfill his obligations dues to his own bills. To add insult to injury, he threatened to take my son stating he had spoken to an attorney on the matter. He reasoned that his new wife would be able to stay at home with him and I could finish school. Keep in mind he hadn’t seen our son in over a year. At this point, I retained the services of Laquaria Barton. Ms. Barton listened to my concerns and vowed to attend to my needs. I was given updates on my case and advised on what to expect going forward. I was permitted to ask questions and provided relevant consultation on the matter. The process was smooth. Ms. Barton kept my abreast throughout the process. Needless to say, I was awarded an increase of payment, back child support, and funds withheld from his check monthly. Thank you, Ms. Barton!!! You are truly a blessing