Kelley Joseph - Lawyer in Plantation, FL

Kelley Anne Joseph

Family Attorney at Plantation, FL

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Top Notch Attorney - Best in Business

Kelley Joseph is smart. She knows the judges and the court staff. She was always a professional - inside and outside of court. She always returned my calls. I did a lot of research before hiring her and was impressed with her written client recommendations on another business networking site, where you have to Include your first and last name. All her recommendations were flawless and her clients said exactly what I was looking for. That's the thing I don't like as much here. Anyone can write anything anonymously. I believe what I can prove, and she is a high caliber attorney. I work in import/export and have a lot of assets. I don't have kids but had some complex financial issues and retirement assets to divide. She spent the time needed to explain to me my options, and how assets are not valued the same way. She got me a great forensic accountant. My only complaint was that she hired a terrible secretary for a few weeks then got rid of her, but that caused some delay. Once she was gone it was smooth sailing. Ms. Joseph could've turned my case into a very expensive long term case. Instead she focused on what I wanted - speedy resolution. Ms. Joseph guided me through the divorce process and made it painless. Her assistant Laura helped me do discovery along with the expert. I would recommend her to anyone looking for a "top notch" attorney in Broward. She's the best.

Kelley saved my daughter

I hired Kelly after my original attorney did nothing for a year while my daughter lived with my ex who is an addict. Kelly filed and got her drug tested and got me sole custody after she found a supervisor for visitation who finally saw the truth and told the judge. She also found me a sliding scare therapist for my daughter. Kelly knows all the supervision and drug testing people the court used, I highly recommend Kelly...she knows how to help kids. I hired her because my friend used her as a guardian ad litem in his case.

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28 YRS. EXPERIENCE FIGHTING FOR PARENTS, SPOUSES, AND PARTNERS IN CASES OF DIVORCE, PATERNITY, CHILD CUSTODY, MODIFICATION, HIGH-NET-WORTH DIVORCE, ENFORCEMENT, RELOCATION, NEGOTIATIONS, MEDIATION, COMPLEX CHILD CUSTODY MATTERS & ALL OTHER ASPECTS OF MARITAL & FAMILY LAW LITIGATION.

Meet Plantation Attorney Kelley A. Joseph

Kelley A. Joseph, Esq. and the Law Offices of Kelley A. Joseph, P.A. is dedicated to providing sensible and effective representation to family law clients, from uncontested divorce, and child custody disputes, to complex financial and high asset divorce.

Law Offices of Kelley A. Joseph P.A., opened in March 2011. Ms. Joseph spent seventeen (17) years practicing family law with her prior firm, starting out of law school and making junior partner by age 28, representing both Husbands and Wives, Same Sex Spouses, from various backgrounds. Ms Joseph enjoys resolving complex financial Family court litigation, working with forensic experts, including forensic accountants, real and tangible property appraisers; private investigators, pension experts and actuaries, vocational rehabilitation evaluators, psycho-social investigators and psychologists, substance abuse and reunification experts, to name a few; has a good working relationship with her fellow family lawyers and with the experts, as well as the judiciary.

Ms Joseph has been a Supreme Court certified court-appointed Family Guardian Ad Litem, serving as a friend is the court and for purposes of making recommendations to the court on what is in the child’s best interest, over thirty times in the past 20 years, on issues of timesharing and parental responsibility and other related matters. Ms Joseph also enjoys mediating cases for families with children, especially those with autism and related conditions, which is an area the firm is passionate about.

Ms. Joseph is licensed to practice law in the Southern & Middle District of Florida Federal Bars in addition to the Florida state bar. Ms Joseph also practiced personal injury, criminal defense in addition to family law over the last 25 years.

Law Offices of Kelley A Joseph, PA, is a thriving boutique personal service family law firm located at 8211 W Broward Blvd, Penthouse 4, Plantation, Florida 33324 in the Amtrust Bank Building In the heart of Plantation. The firm handles a variety of complex marital & family law matters, ante-nuptial agreements and discreet complex financial liigation, using a variety of experts, in all aspects of contested custody and divorce related litigation; domestic violence; paternity; temporary relief; alimony, child support, relocation, equitable distribution, dissipation of assets, timesharing & parental responsibility, temporary and final parenting plans, post-judgment modification, enforcement, contempt, as well as claims for supervised timesharing, violence and substance abuse; safety based parenting plans; ex parte domestic violence injunctions, temporary exclusive use and possession of the marital home; prevention of dissipation of assets; pick-up orders and emergencies; special needs children and divorce; same sex divorce, and all other aspects of family law.

Ms Joseph works to resolve every case without the necessity of costly litigation, when possible, but when settlement is not possible, Ms. Joseph has been trying cases for 25 years and is ready for trial.

Ms Joseph has beem named "Top 100 Attorneys" now “Top 30 Attorneys” in 2019 - in Family Law, by “The National Advocates“, Legal Elite 2018 Family Law; is rated 10.0 “Superb” by in family law, dicorce and child custody; named “Ten Best In Client Satisfaction,” by the American Institute of Family Law Attorneys; deemed a “Lawyer of Distinction - Family Law” for five years, Acknowledged in family law by EOLA, recognized by IWLA, Top Attorneys in Family Law, and is “Lead Counsel Certified”.

Ms. Joseph is a member of the Family Law Section of the Florida Bar, Member of American Trial Lawyers Association, and the Broward County Bar Association as well as the American Bar Association.

Ms. Joseph loves spending time with her family and is the mother of a child with autism, herself.

The consultation fee is free if retained. Call the office for information

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Licensed for 28 years

State FL

Status Member in Good Standing

Acquired 1994

Updated 11/23/2022

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

Contact Kelley

Law Offices of Kelley A Joseph, P.A.

(844) 990-1581 Office

(888) 612-1164 Fax

8211 W. Broward Blvd. PH4

Plantation, FL, 33324

kjosephlaw.com/

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Posted by Jay | June 24, 2013

Top Notch Attorney - Best in Business

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Posted by anonymous | November 22, 2011

Kelley saved my daughter

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Posted by Marion | May 27, 2022

You have found the attorney you need!

Kelley is a fantastic attorney, I am very lucky I found her. I had a very complicated and contentious custody issue with a very aggressive and hostile person, an attorney himself. Kelley was not intimidated in the least, and stayed several steps ahead throughout, even though she had to take precautions for her personal safety and that of her staff, who were subjected to very unpleasant verbal abuse. I had very little stress as I was able to leave it in her hands knowing she was taking care of everything. (As an aside, she is very reasonable in her billing, and offers a discount for prompt payment). She is wicked smart and knows her field and all the professionals involved inside and out, you absolutely cannot go wrong.

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Posted by Mark | May 4, 2022

Outstanding Lawyer

I used Kelley for my divorce back in 2004. I then had a parental alienation case against my ex-wife that spanned from 2018-2021 where I rehired her. There were about 40 motions in family court and we did not lose one. Kelley also was successful putting together a plan where I was awarded 100% of the court fees and sanctions we requested throughout the three-year period. I have learned the amount awarded (and subsequently collected) was 'historic' for family court proceedings. Kelley is an outstanding and appropriately aggressive attorney that knows the law inside and out. In these years of hearings she remembered minute details of testimony we were able to leverage in the future. I have and continue to recommend her highly.

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Posted by Bruce | April 30, 2022

Bruce Hurd

Kelley's many years of experience and expertise in family law will take much of the stress out of a difficult situation. She explains all options available and works very hard to achieve the best possible outcome for her clients.

Posted by Amanda | April 28, 2022

Fighter in Your Corner

Kelley Joseph is my Divorce Attorney, and she has represented me for over 6 years. My case is incredibly complicated and acrimonious, and Ms. Joseph has protected me every step of the way. She treats her clients like family and works in your best interest no matter what the circumstances. She has saved me many times from making costly and catastrophic mistakes during the course of my divorce and negotiations of my parenting plan. She is always one step ahead of the opposition and is a strategic genius. She isn't deterred by intimidation tactics and will fight for her client till the end. I have and will continue to highly recommend Ms. Joseph to all my friends and family and anyone in need of a trust-worthy attorney who gets results!

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Posted by Bernadette Richardson | April 28, 2022

Trustworthy

Ms Kelley Joseph represented me in my divorce. I find Ms Joseph to be knowledgeable, patience, professional, and trustworthy. My divorce was very successful because she worked very hard to made sure I received everything I asked for. I trust Kelley Joseph and recommend her service to anyone who wants an attorney that will fight to the end.

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Posted by Randy | July 14, 2021

Did a fantastic job in court making my Wife look like the trainwreck she is

I wanted to write this review because you should know that Kelley Joseph is the best lawyer I've ever had. She is no nonesense, she doesnt overbill, or nickle and dime you. She does everything to keep me one step ahead and the other side always failing to do their job. I wanted to settle, and I almost took a terrible deal paying alimony Kelley said I didnt owe just to avoid a trial. I am SO glad i listened to her. The judge knew her, granted her objections, listened when she was questioning people, especially my wife, she killed it! What a trainwreck she is! Thankfully Kelley knew forensic experts who would do a good job and not be bought off, and they helped me get my little girl, and not only do i not pay alimony, she pays me child support. Next we're going for fees! I am telling you, Kelley Joseph is great and shes been doing this for more than like 25 years and she is also really frigging funny. Kel, Ill miss you, but not your bills. You were worth every dime.

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Response from Kelley Joseph July 22, 2021

Thank You. I’m always here for you. Kelley

Posted by anonymous | May 14, 2019

Phenomenal Family Attorney

I racked up nearly $100k in 2-3 months with a firm who did nothing to help in my highly contentious custody case. Kelley got the job done, and at a fraction of the cost. She does not waste time or her clients' money. She is a phenomenal family attorney who works hard for her clients. At the end of the day, she was able to get the best result for my child, which is all that mattered to me. She is extremely knowledgeable, ethical, efficient, and well respected in and out of the courtroom. The very best in the business.

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Posted by anonymous | May 10, 2019

An Exceptionally Knowledgeable Protector

If you are about to go through a divorce, I highly recommend obtaining a lawyer and it should be Kelley A. Joseph, P.A. She was truly there for me, a blessing, a God sent protector. She is exceptional, compassionate, extremely knowledgeable, and the one to have during such a heartbreaking time. Kelley’s experience and advice is second to none, and that’s whom you would need during the process, in your corner. I’m so grateful for having had her beginning to end. - CM

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Posted by anonymous | August 11, 2017

Hiring Kelley will be one of the best decisions you have ever made!

One of the best decisions I’ve ever made in my life was hiring Kelley Joseph. She is an outstanding attorney who really knows the law and can read people well. I was a very nervous client who had been beaten up and lied to by my ex and her family on countless occasions. No matter how stressed I was feeling, speaking to Kelley always made me feel better. She won’t sugar coat things, but she will help you see what is realistic and what isn’t. I will never feed into someone’s lies again or backdown ever from what is right and I have Kelley to thank for that. Kelley is a strong and very knowledge lawyer. I would highly recommend her to anyone. If you’re getting a divorce, odds are you made a bad decision at some point…. Not choosing Kelley to represent you would be a horrific decision. Trust me, you want her on your side, not against you. She can see the big picture and can guide you well. Thank you again Kelley. You saved me and the kids!

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Response from Kelley Joseph August 13, 2017

Thanks, My friend. This is so kind. Clients like you make this job so much easier.

Posted by anonymous | June 21, 2017

OUTSTANDING LAWYER!!

My divorce and custody case was very complicated and sensitive and as stressful and emotional as the entire divorce process was for me, she always made me feel better and assured me that everything would work itself out. She faught so hard for me and my children from the very beginning until the every end. She worked long days beyond her normal business office hours just to ensure that every aspect of my case was ready for a hearing or trial. I trusted her every step of the way and with every hearing/trial... we walked away with victory! Kelley's strong and acknowledgable work ethic amazed me every time through this entire process. If you need a family/custody lawyer that will fight hard for you and your children, and will put every ounce of dedication to your case then please trust me and choose Kelley Joseph as your attorney! My children and I are now safe and in a very happy place! Thank you so much Kelley!!!

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Response from Kelley Joseph August 13, 2017

Thanks, K. Always here for you.

Posted by Chris | November 22, 2016

Represented me in Divorce Case

Kelley Joseph is the best. She is very knowledgeable, caring, understanding, and accommodating; and pretty much enabled me to come out with a better deal at the divorce conclusions. I will recommend her services to anyone anytime.

Posted by anonymous | November 18, 2016

BEST LAWYER EVER!!! CALL HER RIGHT NOW!!

I can't say enough great things about Kelley. I was in an entirely different state (my spouse was in Fl.) and I had no idea what to do or how to pursue a divorce, let alone from a different state! I called quite a few lawyers and Kelley was the only one that took the time to talk to me when I called. She didn’t rush me. She took the time to assuage my fears and let me know that everything was going to be ok. She encouraged me to come back to Fl. and I did. From the moment that I returned, her and her staff was there for me every step of the way. She supported me and just as importantly she fought for me. Her, and her staff, made a very difficult and overwhelming time in my life bearable and helped me make it through (and receive everything I was entitled to). I love her and her staff and I will always be indebted to them for their support and all the wonderful things they did for me! 

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Posted by anonymous | November 8, 2016

Great Family Law Attorney

Kelley is a knowledgable and extremely capable attorney who cared about my case. Kelley truly shined when she neutralized opposing counsel on many occasions, who--to put it nicely--was unnecessarily difficult. I am very happy with the results of my case: I went from having zero contact with my child to having nearly 50/50 timesharing.

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Posted by Jason | August 26, 2016

Kelley saved me thousands and ended years of litigation

Kelley Joseph is the kind of attorney I needed but didnt find for over a year after we filed for divorce. If you have anything worth keeping, and dont want a war, go see her. She made me feel comfortable and she answered my questions honestly, even when the answer wasnt what i wanted to hear. She cleaned up the giant mess my first lawyer made and she isnt cheap, but by the end, she cost me 1/3 what the first lawyer did, and she saved me over $78k in math mistake my lawyer made in calculating division of retirement. Kelley is a pro, and if want your case done right go see her. Kelley you know how ridiculously good I think you are, and I give your name out all the time. Kelley has lots of clients who have money, and I was glad not to be overcharged just because I could afford it, and more than that, Kelley doesnt bill every two minute call or ten word email. She kicked butt in court, the judge liked her and in the end my ex and I now get along better because the fighting between the lawyers stopped when I hired her. She's all business and she knows what she's doing. I cannot recommend her enough. She's the best in my book.. Hopefully I wont need you again too soon, but if I do, you're on speed dial. Call me anytime for a reference. I am a so grateful I found you. You rock and kudos to you. Jason C

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Posted by Mike | April 30, 2015

It takes time, so you MUST be patient. Kelley will take care of it. Trust her!!!

I don't know anything about legal process, so I deferred to Kelly's expertise and came out on top!! Her assistant was wonderful to work with as well. A wonderful experience was made from a not-so-wonderful event in my life.

Posted by JanetJay | September 17, 2014

Thank you so much, I cannot express in words my gratitude

Thank you Ms.... Joseph for everything. You changed my life. I know I was a pain, but you saved my life. I couldn’t have lived without my kids, and now, not only do I have them, but we are back at my home, and I finally have a chance to move on from “him”. Thank you for not letting me give up, for winning my case while i sat there like a zombie unable to speak, and for doing what the lawyers before you couldn’t……TELL MY STORY THE RIGHT WAY….AND WIN. I will refer you to anyone and everyone!!!! I took like a 100 cards!!! I can’t wait for the attorney fee hearing….:)

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Posted by Lynn | June 22, 2013

Kelley Joseph has been my Attorney for 10 Years and She's the Best!

Kelley is a top notch experienced divorce/custody lawyer and someone I trust with my life. My best friend used her in her divorce and told me I had to hire her after my first lawyer (not a family attorney I found out later) screwed up my case. She is my angel!! I don't like lawyers, and I don't like court, and I hope I never go again, but the only lawyer I will ever go to court with is Kelley. She walked me through every step, helped me find a therapist, got us a guardian ad litem and made my husband look like the liar and cheat that he was!! The parent coordinator after the case helped us too and Kelley got her assigned. Kelley fought for me and my kids and she never gave up on us. Because of her, I got to stay home and raise my kids for eight years, as the primary residential parent, which was a long way from where I started with my first lawyer. I still call her once a year just to thank her - Thank you Kelley Joseph and God Bless

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Posted by Julio | June 13, 2012

Child custody

Kelley is dedicated and hard working. She can see what others fail to see. Kelley stood by us when all was lost and she won.

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Resume

AVVO RATING 10.0 (Superb)

Work Experience

Marital & Family Law Attorney
Law Offices of Kelley A. Joseph, P.A
2011 - Present

Family Court Appointed Guardian Ad Litem
Broward County Circiut Court
1998 - Present

Middle District of Florida Federal Bar Member
United States District Court
1997 - Present

Southern District of Florida Federal Bar Member
United States District Court
1996 - Present

Family Law Mediation
Kelley A Joseph PA
2012 - 2015

Family Law Attorney/Partner
Zimmerman Joseph & Bayne, P.A.
1995 - 2011

Law Clerk-Family Law
Law Offices of Roberta G. Stanley, P.A.
1993 - 1994

Law Clerk-Family Law
Bruno DiGiulian & Associates, P.A.
1992 - 1993

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Education

Mediation Training Group
Parenting Coordination Program
2011

Office of State Courts
Certified Guardian Ad Litem Training
1997

Nova Southeastern University - Shepard Broad Law Center
JD - Juris Doctor
1994

University of South Florida
BA - Bachelor of Arts
1991

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Associations

American Bar Association
Member
2016 - Present

Broward County Bar Association
Law School Liason Committee
2015 - Present

Broward County Bar Association
BCBA Publicity Committee
2015 - Present

Florida Bar, Family Law Section
Nomenclature Committee
2015 - Present

National Association of Professional Women
Member
2011 - Present

Florida Bar
Member
1994 - Present

Florida Bar, Family Law Section
Member
N/A

Broward County Bar Association
Member
N/A

Defense Research Institute
Member
N/A

Association of Trial Lawyers of America
Member
N/A

Legal Aid Society
Broward Lawyers Care
N/A

Broward County Matrimonial Lawyers Association
Member
2000 - 2009

Broward County Women Lawyers' Association
Member
1998 - 2012

Florida Bar
Criminal Law Section
1995 - 2011

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Languages Spoken

English

Awards

Top 30 Lawyers - Marital & Family Law
The National Advocates
2019

Lawyer of Distinction Family Law
Lawyers of Distinction
2019

10.0 "Superb" Rated Attorney Divorce and Child Custody
Avvo
2019

10 Best Client Satisfaction
American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2018

2018 Most Honored Professionals
American Registry
2018

Top Attorneys
American Registry
2017

Lead Counsel Certified
Lead Counsel
2017

Family & Divorce Distinction
Lawyers of Distinction
2017

Top 100 Attorneys Family Law
The National Advocates
2017

10 Best in Client Satisfaction
American Institute of Legal Counsel
2017

Legal Elite Award for Client Satisfaction
North America News
2017

10.0 Superb Rating
AVVO
2016

Top 10 Law Firms Family Law
American Institute of Legal Counsel
2016

Lawyer of Distinction Family Law & Divorce
Lawyers of Distinction
2016

Lead Counsel Rated Family Law Attorney
Lead Counsel Review Board
2016

10 Best Client Satisfaction Award
American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2016

Top 100 Lawyers
The National Advocates
2016

10 Best Client Satisfaction
American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2015

Featured Member of the Week
Broward County Bar Association
2015

Top 100 Lawyers
The National Advocates
2015

AVVO
Superb Rating 9.9
2015

20 Years Service to the Community
Martindale-Hubbell
2014

AVVO
Superb Rating 9.3
2014

Attorney of Distinction
Who's Who America's Lawyers
2012

Walk Now for Autism, Broward, Autism Speaks
Gold Seal Fundraiser
2011

19yrs Service to the Commuinty
Martindale-Hubbell
2009

Walk now For Autism, Broward, Autism Speaks
Gold Seal Fundraiser
2009

Martin H. Feinreider Moot Court Competition
Nova Southeastern University-Moot Court Society
1993

Winner First Annual Technical Writing Competition
University of South Florida
1991

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Speaking Engagements

Radio interview Women's Empowerment
National Radio Interview by Sonia Williams
2013

Attorney endorsements

Received (16)

Given (26)

Endorse Kelley

Karen Weintraub

Unknown Attorney | Mar 30
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. She is a dedicated and smart family law attorney, who is honest and ethical."

Daniel Forrest

Family Attorney | Feb 12
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Kelley Joseph is the epitome of an ethical but aggressive lawyer. Kelley is knowledgeable of the law, but even more skilled in resolving family disputes. I would recommend Kelley to anyone in need of a divorce/child custody/child support attorney."

Kris Crawford

Family Attorney | Jul 23
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

Kasey Krummel

Unknown Attorney | Jun 12
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

Rahul Aggarwal

Unknown Attorney | Mar 23
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"An excellent lawyer who treats clients with patience, care, understanding, and utmost professionalism - an even better person and I wholeheartedly recommend for future services."

Yolanda Fox

Family Attorney | Mar 22
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

Osman Lopez

Unknown Attorney | Dec 20
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

Robert McGlynn

Family Attorney | Aug 30
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

Scott Reiter

Family Attorney | May 12
Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have personally worked on a case with Kelley and I completely endorse her. Her skills, strategies and knowledge are second to none. You can't go wrong with Kelley and I even call her when I'm not sure of an answer."

Paulina Forrest

Family Attorney | May 10
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer, she is a gifted litigator and a great mentor."

Anne Alper

Alimony Attorney | Oct 01
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

Mark Abzug

Domestic violence Attorney | Sep 27
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

Michael Costantino

Family Attorney | Mar 15
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer.I have worked closely with her on several occasions. She is a professional that is well respected in the legal community and by my staff."