I was looking for an attorney with honesty, integrity, empathy, among other things, and I was sold on the initial consultation. I wish I was more vigilant in shopping around but I was going through a tough divorce and was extremely vulnerable. I felt I was taken advantage of as the unexpected char...ges and bills kept piling up. Although I was told in the beginning that making payments was okay, and I was making payments, I suddenly get a notice to come up with all the money in five days or he no longer will represent me. I don’t have that type of cash laying around, and I was left without representation in the middle of my divorce proceedings.

Mr. Gabe sold me during the consultation in that he could and would be able to take over my family matter case. Upon hiring him I expressed my immediate concerns regarding parenting time and the need to address this with the opposing attorney, that never occured. In the span of 3 months I still do no...t know where my child resides nor was a schedule decided upon for parenting time. Secondly the charges discussed in the consult were not the actual charges I recieved. For example, I was charged for travel time to/from court plus parking to the tune of $700 in addition to his standard fee to appear in court totaling $1500 for just 1 appearance. There were also several other charges and the depletion of my retainer for "review" that never manifested itself into conversations with the apposing attorney, myself, or results. There was a lack of commuincation and I feel as though my concerns were not being heard and the service or lack there of reflects this. I understand the process can be long and dragged out but to be in the dark throughout, doesn't show professionalism or a care and concern for the outcome of my case. When I choose to seek new counsel he took it upon himself to use an additional $1200 of my retainer to formally withdraw unnecessarily as my new counsel had already filed her appearance. The lack of communication and unreasonable practices were consistent throughout the 3 months he represented me.

We closed on our house in June 2017, and Allen & Jill have been great throughout the entire process. Jill was attentive and on top of everything, and Allen took charge and made things right when our final walk through turned ugly. We couldn't be happier and it was the best money spent next to our cas...h to close costs.

When I was facing my divorce, I was afraid and dreaded the entire process. I am so grateful I had Allen by my side. He was extremely professional and responsive, and truly made me feel that I had an advocate and protector throughout the entire process. His advice was invaluable. And, he was exce...llent at keeping all parties accountable and on pace. He was also very kind and compassionate - always knowing when to mix in just enough humor to alleviate a stressful moment. Thank you Allen for navigating me through a very difficult situation to a very positive outcome. I would recommend Allen to all of my friends and family for any legal need that may arise.

When signing up I retained a different lawyer. She left the firm and Mr. Gabe took my case. What a pleasure it was to work with him. He was active and always responded to my emails or phone calls. (Even if it was to voice how upset I was that day). Mr. Gabe was also so professional and funny when... needed. My divorce took almost 2 years but in the end, Mr. Gabe was on the look out of me every step of the way.