Allison A Belcher

Allison was my attorney for my divorce. She was very professional and always returned calls and emails. In court my experience with Allison was fantastic as she stood up to the opposing attorney and stopped her right in her tracks when she tried to argue against why I should not get the terms I was l...ooking for. She fullflled her obligation and as far as I'm concerned won my case for me. Furthermore, I have compete confidence in her and even referred my brother and another friend.

First off, I was never given what has been explained to me by my new attorney to be basic family law 101 questions which were forwarded to Allison almost a year before I was given them to answer and the opposing counsel had me looking like I was failing to respond to the questions pertaining my matte...r. Then to top it all off while in court discussions where had by all, however an order was drawn up by opposing counsel to which I rebutted and made corrections. The corrections were never made by Allison or her paralegal and now I have an order in place to which I had to hire a new attorney to handle. While in court Allison came to the Judges table with 3, ill say it again 3 pieces of paper, 1 was her argument and the other 2 were scratch paper, meanwhile my entire legal binder was left sitting on the chair behind us, next to the deputy. People had subpoena's issued but were never questioned by her. However they were on time and prompt about payments and withdraws from the account. When asked to speak with her boss about this situation, it took them well over a week to get back to me and then when I asked for help with this matter, I was told to do whatever I had to do, no relief would be afforded and that his attorneys are not bound to disclose all information regarding YOUR case in reference to negotiations. I had two paralegals assigned to my case both of which really had no desire to assist me with any answers except give me the proverbial, "Ill ask the attorney and get back with you" however the charges for that answer continued. Very DISSAPOINTED with the professionalism shown and the ETHICS involved. I am moving forward with this to a HIGHER LEVEL that is responsible for overseeing the conduct of attorneys, as I believe this seems to be a trend with this Firm and someone has to be held accountable for these actions. I say these things not out of anger but the truth, lawyers cannot be held accountable for what a Judge decides however there is work that is EXPECTED to be completed on behalf of a client and as a LAWYER you should do your job to the fullest of your potential, shortcuts should never be taken as these situations impact the lives of CHILDREN and ADULTS for a good majority of time.

When I met her to discuss my options for a divorce, she was very thorough, kind and compassionate, I tried doing my divorce on my own and should have went back, but she was gone and I didnt want to start over with a new attorney. They would not tell me where she went and I did not think of searching ...the net for her till weeks later, now I hope I can get in to see her as soon as possible. Everything she discussed with me was very knowledgeable, and I left there in confidence but my wallet said try it on your own, big mistake!! Allison I need your help!

I had a consult with Ms. Belcher a few months ago. I wanted to meet in New Port Richey on US 19. Her paralegal Teresa suggested I meet at the Wesley Chapel office. I really wanted a male attorney but Teresa told me none were available at that time and Ms. Belcher could do the consult and possibly it... could be referred to a male attorney. I had the consult regarding child support modification. I was ready to give her a deposit to get started. She told me I should wait until after the holidays and she gave me a number to call after the new year. She was very nervous and I had a bad feeling something wasn't quite right. So the holidays are over and I called the number she gave me. Teresa answered the phone ...I was confused and asked if this was the Law firm of Ayo and Iken. She said everyone left the old firm and are working at Knox and Belcher. I called over to the firm I researched and apparently Ms. Belcher and Ms. Knox started up there own firm. I'm very disturbed an attorney would be dishonest and put my situation off for their own benefit.

Ms. Belcher, gave me great advice, she was honest, budget conscience and went above and beyond for my case and my children. I had an especially hard time getting my child support started and she explained to me the process to get the child support started. Although I was frustrated, she understoo...d and worked with me. I got the child support and the schedule I wanted