Jeffrey James Tompkins

I contracted directly and personally with Mr. Tompkins in 2006 for a dispute with the subdivision homeowners association. Immediately after I paid the retainer, I can't never speak with or contacted with Mr. Tompkins. The excuses always " he is in the meeting." Or, " he is out of town on business."... etc. My questions and concerns were never answered or take care of with Ms. Karalynn Cromeens, with whom, I was told is taking care of my case for Mr. Tompkins. After many complaints regarding Ms. Cromeens' irresponsiveness and lack of professionalism in service, I formally cancelled the contract with Mr. Tompkins law firm. However, as of today ( 1/10/2010) I can't get the un-used retainer refunded. Mr. Tompkins personally signed the last and final billing statement, on which, it charged all the charges on reviewing and handling the complaint I filed against Ms. Cromeens on her non-service to me concerning the actual origional law suit. It is rather pittful if an attorney and the law firm have to make money in such a disrespect, un-professional, and urgly way. Even though, the Texas Bar Association find "no mis-conduct" on Mr. Tompkins and his law firm in handling the law suit case. But, they do agree that it is not right to "rob" the retainer which was paid for other reason. However, it seems doesn't bother Ms. Cromeens and Mr. Tompkins. If any one can help me with getting this refund back (we are talking about almost US$1.000), it is greatly appreciated.