Joshua Marc Mastison

Joshua Marc Mastison

4.4
Rating: 6.5

Licensed for 19 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Newburgh, IN
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Estate Planning, Family, Mediation

320 W. Jennings St, Unit B, Newburgh, IN

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Licensed in Indiana for 19 years

State: Indiana

Acquired: 2006

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Law Offices of Joshua Marc Mastison

320 W. Jennings St, Unit B, Newburgh, IN, 47630

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Joshua Marc Mastison's Reviews

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4.4 /5.0

14 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 5 reviews | Professionalism

Posted by Michelle | October 28, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Wills & Living Wills

Would NOT recommend

We found Mr. Mastison through Melife Legal Plans. I called for about two weeks not realizing that only he answers the phone. I finally left a vm and he did call back same day. He seemed very reluctant to meet in person, I assured him we had been fully vaccinated and would wear a mask (thinking hi...s reluctance was due to covid) He set an appt with us for two months out. He wanted us to send our previous wills to him via email I did. We took off work the day of the appt, showed up promptly at our appointment time only to find the door locked. I checked my email to make sure he had not sent an email that morning cancelling. He had not. I called and he answered and came to the door. He told us he wouldn't meet with us. He said he sent an email (which he had not) He said he wanted to be completely honest about why he didn't want to meet with us even though he had set the appt and requested our personal information. His reasoning...he had a flat tire that morning, had to borrow a family members car and had to pick his children up later. No regard for the time and money it cost us to take off work and drive there. We don't live in the same city his practice is. He said "if" we want to reschedule it would be a month out. Keep in mind we had already waited two months. I would never do business with him, nor could I in good conscience recommend him. I am very concerned about him having all of our personal information that he requested.

Joshua Mastison

Replied last November 03, 2021

I believe everyone’s time has value, and that is why I explained to Mrs. Webb in our first telephone call, and follow-up emails, that due to covid restrictions and court shutdowns, my calendar was more congested than normal, and she may want to contact another attorney through the referral network. Although I emailed her that we could discuss her estate planning sooner if we could schedule a teleconference or zoom meeting, she insisted on scheduling a meeting in person; this pushed our initial consultation further in the future than usual. The morning of our first in-person meeting, I ran into numerous problems that disrupted my schedule for that day, including a flat tire as I tried to leave to take the kids to school. I had other cases that morning, so I notified the court as well as my clients via email I was running late and needed to ask to reschedule. Everyone was accommodating and understanding, however Mrs. Webb showed up at my office and indicated that she did not receive my email. She then proceeded to yell and threaten me because I asked to reschedule her meeting. I was merely seeking some grace and understanding regarding the unforeseen circumstances of my day. Obviously, she was not charged, and I was not hired to complete any work on her behalf. All her personal and confidential information has been properly discarded and I hope she is able to accomplish her estate planning w/ another attorney.

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

Inexperienced & Vain Attorney

Found him to be very uncaring, vain and inexperienced. Had to do "research" on child custody laws which we found odd since his is a family law attorney; and yes, we were billed for his "research" at $175 per hour! He took extended amounts of time to prepare any document only to find most were inadequ...ate per the courts/opposite attorney and of course, we were charged for it including him filing incorrect paperwork. We fired him and hired a new attorney due to his actions. Would not recommend for anyone needing an attorney with the family courts.

Joshua Mastison

Replied last November 30, 2017

Let me begin by saying that I hoped to meet and discuss these issues with this client prior to our relationship dissolving; I am very open to constructive criticism, want to constantly improve and try to be the best attorney possible. Unfortunately, especially in family law cases, each case is complex and there is no “one size fits all” answer or solution to the client’s problems, which means that a responsible attorney has a duty to research recent case law and rulings to confirm proper understanding of the current state of the law. After this research, I can then best advise my client and provide them with options. Research and billing are clearly addressed in my engagement letter. I’m unsure how to respond to the filings comment? I don't think this is accurate. I feel it is my job as an attorney to provide straight forward opinions and all potential outcomes of the client's case. Sometimes the client isn’t ready to hear some of these hard truths, but I think it is absolutely necessary to discuss and explore before court so there are no surprise outcomes.

Posted by Donna | September 06, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate

Excellent attorney

Has helped me with some real estate deals. Is now working with me on an estate/guardianship issue. He has always been very available to me throughout all of our dealings. Not only is he professional and represents you well on a professional level, as a person he was always concerned about me and how ...I was doing through the process.

Posted by Jesse | April 06, 2015 | Business

Josh Mastison is a skilled and diligant lawyer

Josh Mastison is a fantastic lawyer and a pillar of the community in Southern Indiana. Josh has helped us out with many complex legal issues and was especially skilled in helping us with the start up and continued operation of our small business. Helping us with everything from constructing contracts... to government regulations. Josh is also highly skilled in estate planning and has done so for our families. We have also referred associates to Josh for their mediation needs and have heard nothing but good things back. Mastison Law & Mediation certainly comes highly recommended.

Posted by Debby | March 12, 2015 | Divorce & Separation

Very helpful

Whenever I needed something from a case that he had, Josh was not only very helpful but he was able to help me with the information. This last time I needed some important information , I thought I hit a brick wall. I check every where. I then thought who better to have this information I needed for ...the State than Josh. After a brief call, he found just what was needed. Thank you from your client's ex-wife Debby J.

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