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Showing 1 - 5 of 35 reviews | Divorce & Separation

Posted by Juan | August 29, 2023 | Hired Attorney

what's a good divorce attorney?

The contrast between the lawyer who represented my ex-wife and Sam, who represented me, was dramatic: her lawyer's idea of advocacy was to be confrontational (luring my ex to also become confrontational). She went after everything, no matter how small. She made empty threats. She did not question he...r clients claims and did not damp her unreasonable expectations. Why should she, she got paid either way. Sam, on the other hand, was firm but willing to negotiate and find solutions. He has a lot of experience, treated me and the opposing team with courtesy and respect, he took into consideration how a judge might rule, he did his research, he sought solutions, and developed a big picture plan which he executed, in consultation with me, in record time. In the end my ex has a huge legal bill, and did not get more than what she deserved, and if she did, it was in consideration for our son. The conclusions to be drawn are obvious. However, if you still have doubts concerning what type of lawyer you want, I would strongly, and without reservations, recommend you discuss your case with Sam before you decide.

Posted by Sara | June 01, 2022 | Hired Attorney

Best decision ever.

Sam and his amazing staff assisted my husband and I in a custody modification of children from my previous marriage. Ultimately the modification ended in my husband being able to legally adopt my kids. Sam and the staff were always available to answer any questions that we had. They also always respo...nded to emails. I started the modification journey with a different attorney that made us feel like we weren't getting heard and we constantly felt ignored. But switching to English Law Firm was the best decision we ever made. I highly recommend them to anyone that is needing assistance with divorce or child custody.

Posted by Melinda | February 25, 2022 | Hired Attorney

Sam English

In my book, Sam is a top notch divorce attorney who fights for his clients. I highly recommend him!!

Posted by Jim | January 05, 2021 | Hired Attorney

He stands with his clients

I had to put my divorce on hold. He kept in contact with me through out the period of time. When it came time to follow thru with my divorce he was right there with me and helped me survive it. He was more than just a lawyer to me and was like having a good friend to help me out. He was concerned abo...ut my family dynamics with my children. He was more than just a lawyer for me.

Posted by John | December 25, 2020

Never called me back

When I was going through my divorce, a friend recommended Sam English. I called his office. Never even got the courtesy of a return call.

Sam English

Replied last December 25, 2020

Dear John: I’m sorry you didn’t receive a call back or an opportunity to hire me. If I knew your last name, I could inquire with my staff about your call. December is a very exhausting time for divorce attorneys. We spend most of our days in litigation and little to no office time. It’s still no excuse to not get a call back. I have reviewed my calls from the date of this post and I do not see a “John”. I hope you got someone to represent you and you are confident with his or her experience. I do feel it’s unfair that you post a review without ever hiring me. Nevertheless, I am sorry you are frustrated that you weren’t given an opportunity to hire me. Please call my office next week and leave a message with Kandice my manager and I will gladly call you with an apology. If I knew you and your number, I would call you today even with it being Christmas Day. Again, I’m sorry your upset and disappointed. I hope your year in 2021 is better than 2020. Kindest regards.

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