Cindy M. Johnson's Reviews

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12 Client Reviews

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Posted by Rea | January 17, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Litigation

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- Hired this lawyer on 9/12/2014 - The lawyer filed our complaint 10/22/2014 - The complaint was served 10/27/2014 - Defendant filed an answer 11/26/2014 - Defendant filed 222 disclosures 6/9/2015 After constant contact and multiple emails about the status of our case with very little to no re...sponse, she finally sent an email on 9/1/2015 indicating that she no longer wanted to represent our firm for unclear reasons. We then proceeded with our case with another attorney. We finally were about to have trial to present our case to the judge on 1/14/2016 but we were blindsided by the defendant’s attorney. The defendant’s attorney indicated that my previous attorney did not timely file the 222 disclosures and that we should dismiss since we would be sanctioned. I had no choice but to dismiss the case without prejudice. After court, I asked Cindy Johnson for the 222 disclosures and she never responded to date. My new attorney indicated that I had one year to refile the case but when I did more research online, it indicated that I could still be liable for sanctions. The article indicated that voluntarily dismissing a lawsuit and later refiling it is not an escape to avoid adverse rulings and sanctions found in Rule 219(e). I believe in her email dated 9/1/2015, she knew that we would be sanctioned since she mentioned it in the email without ever disclosing why there would be sanctions. I was totally clueless about sanctions and had no idea she did not file the proper disclosures at that time. I also believe this email was her trying to convince me to dismiss the case since she knew she didn’t file the proper disclosures timely. In the email she indicated that I would incur a lot of expenses, it would take a couple of years to get the judgment, etc. In summary, I spent $4450 and never was able to plead my case to the judge.

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Cindy Johnson

Replied last January 17, 2020

As much as I would wish otherwise, not every relationship between every attorney and client can be smooth sailing. It is unfortunate that our relationship soured and our firm needed to withdraw from representing you. Sometimes the attorney and client simply have very different views of what can occur by way of the representation. Unfortunately, unless I were to violate the attorney-client privilege—which I would not do—in this forum, I cannot respond in a detailed factual way to much of what you have posted. What I can say is that I made very clear to you the reasons our firm planned to withdraw, and they are not what you are suggesting that you “believe.” The 9/1/15 email I sent to you was (as printed) two pages, single spaced, reiterating the substance of our earlier telephone conversation, i.e. that the position you requested we take for your company raised significant ethical and sanctions concerns on our part, and, although another attorney might see matters differently, I did not feel comfortable with our firm continuing to represent your company under the direction given by you. My decision had nothing to do with Rule 222 disclosures. Our firm charged you a $2,000.00 up front non-refundable retainer as against the contingency fee, not the $4,450.00. And, by the time we had to withdraw, we had expended over $10,000.00 worth of time (calculated at what you would have paid had you hired us at our hourly rates) in representing your company, e.g. significantly more than your company paid to our firm.

Posted by Alan | September 16, 2014

Timely and Highly Professional.

I have been a satisfied client of Cindy Johnson. Her aggressiveness has brought great benefits to our mutual clients. Her work is timely and highly professional.

Posted by Jody | August 05, 2014 | Debt Collection

True legal professional

Cindy and her firm have helped my company with collections issues for over 10 years with every case being collected in full. Fortunately, we have not needed help too often as the the terms and conditions we use for all our contracts (constructed by Cindy) are so well written and balanced that we rar...ely have missed expectations.

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Posted by Timothy | July 01, 2013 | Chapter 13 Bankruptcy

Creditor in a Chapter 13 case

Cindy Johnson was recommended to me by 2 different attorney's and she did an excellent job in a Chapter 13 bankruptcy case where I was the creditor. She kept me informed, was trustworthy and extremely knowledgeable. I was fortunate that she understood my case immediately and protected my financial ...interest. I would recommend her.

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Cindy M. Johnson's Lawyer Endorsements

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Cameron Goodman

Litigation lawyer | Aug 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Cindy is a sharp and talented litigator and negotiator with and extensive background in a number of areas. She has a versatile skill set and a very down to earth mentality. I highly recommend Cindy Johnson."

Ira Helfgot

Debt collection lawyer | Mar 10

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

Kenneth Bloom

Litigation lawyer | Oct 22

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse Cindy. I've known her since law school. She's an excellent attorney and I refer my clients to her with confidence. She knows how to get the job done right."

William Ridings

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Sep 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

Donald Kindwald

Debt collection lawyer | Aug 28

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Cindy was opposing counsel on case. Unfortunately for me, she had the better side of the case and a thorough knowledge of the law. Because of these two factors, we settled early, which was a good result for both clients. Since that time, Cindy is my go to person for all creditors rights and bankruptcy questions."

Ahmad Sulaiman

Debt collection lawyer | Feb 20

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I have had the pleasure to work with Mrs. Johnson now for nearly two years. My Attorneys and I find her to be an excellent reflection of what it means to be Creditor's Counsel. She is fair and even handed. She is honest and will give you her opinion in a respectful manner even as she zealously protects her Client's interests. I look forward to continuing my work with Mrs. Johnson in the future. I definitely endorse the work of this fine Attorney."

Frank Kokoszka

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Apr 03

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I have had the honor of knowing Cindy as co-counsel, opposing counsel and mediator. In each instance I have left with great respect for his legal acumen. Whenever I have a creditor/collection issue, Cindy is the first person I turn to for advice."

Douglas Giese

Litigation lawyer | Nov 16

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I first worked with her as opposing counsel on a matter, and found her to be pragmatic and efficient. She stated her case briefly and concisely, and without hyperbole or overstating her position. Since then, I have relied on her as a sounding board for legal theories, and as a mentor in cases where I am a "fish-out-of-water". She is razor sharp, both in her legal analysis and knowledge of the procedures, and a pleasure to work with."

Gini Marziani

Commercial real estate lawyer | Nov 16

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Cindy Johnson is not only bright and articulate, she is very practical in her approach to problems and issues."

Penelope Bach

Unknown lawyer | Oct 31

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Cindy Johnson is an incredibly knowledgeable attorney in every area she practices in. She is great in the Courtroom as well as behind the scenes."

Robert Kuehl

Unknown lawyer | Oct 30

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I've known Cindy for years. She is an intelligent, conscientious, and knowledgeable attorney, and a superb communicator."

Daniel Winter

Commercial real estate lawyer | Oct 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer without hesitation. I've known Ms. Johnson for over 20 years. In that time, I've learned many important things from her. She is a well-informed lawyer who always has her clients' interests at heart. She is well respected within the legal community."

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