Michelle Ericka Goldstein

Michelle Ericka Goldstein

4.5
Rating: 7.4

Licensed for 22 years

Child custody Lawyer at Mayfield Heights, OH
Practice Areas: Child Custody, Family, Criminal Defense ... +3 more

1337 Elmwood Road, Mayfield Heights, OH

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Licenses

Licensed in Ohio for 1 year

State: Ohio

Acquired: 2024

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Licensed in Pennsylvania for 22 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 2003

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No misconduct found

Location

Goldstein Law Office, LLC

1337 Elmwood Road, Mayfield Heights, OH, 44124

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Michelle Ericka Goldstein's Reviews

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4.5 /5.0

42 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 13 reviews | Responsiveness

Posted by Michelle | July 03, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Attorney whom should be revered for her diligence in representing clients!

I retained Attorney Goldstein this past year to represent me in a Custody action. This was out of county, therefore, I knew it would be costly. I made the appointment with her assistant, whom got me a weekend appointment, explained the flat rate system and payment plan, then proceeded to email me a c...ustody questionnaire. Her assistant also explained how this is highly emotional, and their understanding of giving me the information so I could come to my own choice. I went into the meeting with a heavy heart thinking I would not be able to make the decisions necessary. Attorney Goldstein made me feel as ease, stating these are your options. She did not promise anything, but instead said this is what we can do to move forward. Needless to say, I have primary of my child. Attorney Goldstein made my day by being the sounding board when I asked for her opinion on incidents. She was always responsive and explained this is my life, my choices effect me directly. During this emotional time, Attorney Goldstein was the calming voice of reason to ensure I made decisions based on the facts, pros and cons. To date, I am proud to say you cannot ask for a better attorney, whom is a mother, understands her client highly emotional situations. Thank you Goldstein Law Office, and Michelle E. Goldstein, Esquire. To the individual whom posted the negative reviews, think about this, was it your actions that created the outcome. I specifically think you are solely responsible for your case, but want to blame the attorney. The Attorney Goldstein I saw, well she protected my case and handle my emotional outbursts with nothing but professional, logic based factors that I was so overly emotional to comprehend. That is an attorney that should be revered and awarded. For she has the compassion to aggressively represent her client, but still advocate for the best interest of the child.

Posted by anonymous | June 29, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Do not hire

She was hired for a child custody case. The one time she showed up to court , she did not say a word, she simply allowed the hearing to take it's course with no defense for my case. Her and her so called assistant, have a habit of not returning calls nor working on cases. She sat on my case with the ...audacity to assume her needs came before my child. If she does not have the time than do not take money for new cases and have you sign an agreement. She had an excuse for every error , no show and no response. She would not take responsibilities nor be accountable for her lack of counse ans rudenessl. I strongly suggest you seek an attorney elsewhere. She clearly displays her vindictive mannerisms on here. Read her responses to anyone writing their review she sees as a negative . The truth hurts. Unfortunately, she knows nothing about truth only in getting her money. Her attorney skills are unprofessional and she is not active in her cases. Move onto another attorney! Your case is too important to have her waste your time !

Michelle Goldstein

Replied last June 29, 2017

I have no idea who posted this review as I've never failed to appear at any court proceeding, nor have I put "my needs" ahead of my clients. In addition, my actual clients would attest to my responsiveness and attentiveness to their questions and concerns. My reputation with the bench and other attorneys are above reproach and I always zealously represent my clients. As noted previously, I even schedule weekend appointments so that clients do not miss work and are not otherwise inconvenienced.

Posted by anonymous | March 30, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

STAY AWAY!

Ohhh where to start with Michelle... let's see I hired her for a child custody case because my sons mother won't let me see him, and after a down payment was paid she then proceeded to tell me I have to pay her another 500 bucks in travel fees. When I questioned it she got real nasty and then ignored... me. I'm new to the process so I questioned a 500 dollar travel charge, IM SORRY! The complete disrespect was unbelievable. Shortly after that she just ignored me. Going on 4 months now and haven't heard anything back. Lovely. Thanks! Stay away from this person. She's a horrible person with no desire to help people. Stay far away from this lady she's as cold as they come!

Michelle Goldstein

Replied last March 30, 2017

Please post the fee agreement where it was clearly stated that a 1 hour 45 minute trip each way to the courthouse was $400 and feel free to post our email correspondence that clarified that. I don't believe any other attorney practicing over 13 years would only request $400 for a 5-6 hour day based upon your particular situation. I'm as nice and accommodating as they come. See my other reviews. Good luck with your case.

Posted by Alicia | March 17, 2017 | Hired Attorney

Best Attorney!

Michelle is an amazing attorney. I love how she keeps in touch with you and informs you on what's going on with your case. Also she is reasonable, and her payment plans are great. I'm glad that I found the best attorney there is. I would recommend her for everybody. I just have to thank her for all t...hat she has done for me this far, without her I wouldn't know where I would be with this.

Posted by anonymous | September 02, 2015

quick response

I only emailed have not met with her yet but she responded quickly, hopefully everything else will go rapidly,she seems to be interested in helping in all areas of need!

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Michelle Ericka Goldstein's Lawyer Endorsements

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Robert Going

Unknown lawyer | Sep 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer.Michelle works closely with her clients and works hard for the best results. She is passionate about the law"

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Howard Lewis

Family lawyer | Aug 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Goldstein is one of the finest attorney's in her state. I highly recommend her legal services. She is a true professional and someone who cares about their clients in and out of court."

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Mar 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."

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Justin Gearty

Child custody lawyer | Mar 13

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Marakay Rogers

Child custody lawyer | May 13

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Justin Gearty

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Experience

Rating:  7.4 (Very Good)

Associations

2009 - Present

Lancaster Bar Association

Volunteer Attorney Program

2003 - Present

Pennsylvania Bar Association

American Bar Association

Education

2000

Quinnipiac University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1997

San Diego State University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Languages

English

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