Mark C. Eppley

As a man it is difficult to articulate that I needed someone else to be my voice, but I did. I was in a physically abusive relationship for almost 20 years. I am still embarrassed I allowed myself to accept her physical violence toward me. I cannot go back and change the last 20 years, but Mark and h...is office were the positive voice of reason to show me I could change my future. More importantly I could stop the violence for my children. He gave me my voice back!! He provided referrals for support, and counseling. He did not let me falter when I was weak, and if he was not encouraging me it was his incredible support staff. I often wonder if I had not been referred to him, if myself or one of my children would still be here. I will never be able to thank Mark and Family First for everything they have done for me, and my children. My ex-wife was forced into counseling, and required to maintain her medication. She can only see the children with supervised visits. What a blessing, absolutely a blessing.

I was involved a very messy Domestic Violence situation. I had been abused for years by my husband, and he began flipping it over on our children. I almost didn't call Mark's office at first, because my experience with men had been so negative over my lifetime. I looked at the name of his firm, and r...ealized I needed to give it a try. Family First, that is what I was putting my faith into. I managed the courage to pick up the phone, and reach out to Mark. The first person I spoke with was Megan. I must tell you I was a little relieved it was a woman. She listened, comforted my fears, and even prepped Mark with my circumstances before he called me back. He was patient, and kind. He reassured me he and his firm would do everything they possibly could to help create safety and security for myself and my children. They put me in touch with resources for advocates to assist with the abuse, who then helped me find counseling. Court was so scary to me. I was terrified the courts would find me unfit, because I allowed myself to be abused for so long. Mark assured me the steps I was taking to protect my children, to ensure their safety would all be highlighted. He was right. Police and prosecutors were able to build a case against my now ex-husband, which has sent him to prison for a long time, and assisted us with a protected identity. I was so delighted when he asked if I would recommend him, and I can say absolutely I will. Thank you Family First for all of your hard work, your listening skills, and your general love for your clients. We are FOREVER grateful.