Jolei Ann Bayard Shipley

Jolei Ann Bayard Shipley

3.5
Rating: 7.8

Licensed for 22 years

Family Lawyer at Beaumont, TX
Practice Areas: Family

2750 Interstate 10 E Ste 200, Beaumont, TX

About Jolei

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Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 22 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 2003

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

Smith Shipley Law, L.L.P.

2750 Interstate 10 E Ste 200, Beaumont, TX, 77703-4979

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Jolei Ann Bayard Shipley's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

3.5 /5.0

11 Client Reviews

Posted by Charley | November 4, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Took money

This firm took my niece's money, failed to file the case (even after 3 weeks), and will not return phone calls. Bad Business.

Posted by anonymous | December 10, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Horrible, waste of money

Hired Mrs Shipley, paid all fees up front. They have done absolute nothing for my case. We went to court via Skype in August and according to them we still waiting on Judges signature here in December. They don’t return phone calls AT ALL nor will they respond to emails. I would definitely not hire t...hem or refer anyone to them especially when it’s involving sensitive, urgent family matters

Posted by anonymous | June 17, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Worst lawyer

Failed to filed court documents in my custody case, basically took my money and withdrew from my case because she didn't have her ducks in a row. O would've done better representing myself.

Posted by anonymous | September 17, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Don't Judge Her By Her Cover

I was deathly afraid she took my case because I didn't know anything about her first hand but, had great recommendations from friends. My divorce was long and really stressful. In the end, I was ready to settle and give my spouse whatever it took to just be divorced with the exception of custody of... our children. Jolei would not let me settle and told me I would regret it when my emotions settled down. I am thankful I listened to her. The end result was worth me holding on a little longer. I would highly recommend her as an attorney. My only issues have been with her staff not returning calls or notifying her when I called. This has been an issue for other clients I referred to her as well.

Posted by Natousha | November 20, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Recommended

I had the pleasure of meeting Jolei as she was referred to me by another lawyer. Her team was very professional in spite the rush of hurricane Harvey. I do not live in the area but highly recommend her to represent you if your thinking about a divorce. She was prompt for the hearing and stayed on t...op of things. More equally important is that she spoke to me as her client with respect and it was a pleasure having her to represent my case. Not really sure why some lawyers speak with such aggressiveness when looking to retain, especially when a divorce can be stressful but I appreciate the passion and compassion.

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Melody Petitt

Family lawyer | Sep 19

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Jolei is one of the smartest, most dedicated attorneys I know. You want her on your side if you have a contested case."

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David Bledsoe

Family lawyer | Apr 20

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I had the pleasure of working with Jolei as co-counsel on a pro bono case for a local family. Her positive outlook and high energy was a bright spot in the case. Highly recommended."

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Experience

Rating:  7.8 (Very Good)

Education

2003

University of Houston Law Center

Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Languages

English

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