Barbara A. Cole

Barbara Cole helped me navigate my divorce with a mentally ill co-parent, as well as a child custody battle several years later. Barbara's creative strategies and outside-the-box thinking during the initial divorce put me in a very strong position during the custody battle, which I was able to handle... successfully with Barbara's help with the best possible outcome for my child. One of the best things about Barbara is that she balances the beneficial nature of avoiding a nasty courtroom battle with what is ultimately best for both her client, and the child involved during a divorce with children. During the custody battle, my ex hired what I like to call a "macho man lawyer." Barbara knew exactly how to manage him, and did so with ease. Barbara worked very hard to strategize with me in protecting my child the very best way that we could, and the team she recommended be involved in the process has been INVALUABLE to both myself and my child. When she recommends you involve someone in the process, TAKE HER ADVICE. Trust me on this. She is a deep level thinker and is always looking at end game strategy. She is also one of the most compassionate people I have ever met. I cannot thank Barbara enough for her hard work on behalf of myself and my child. I shudder to think what my child would have been exposed to had she not been there every step of the way.

What a disappointment and truly a waste of money. I was referred to Barbara by another attorney. At first meeting she was pleasant, and seemed a go-getter, making promises that this was a case that could be fought. I hired Barbara, and gave her the required retainer. Barbara was very responsive a...t first, but not long after I had to call her for updates on my case and find out 'where we were'. I would get a lot of runaround, and when I did get good information it wasn't helpful to finalizing the case. Barbara did unnecessary and costly work (the attorney I hired to finish the case pointed this out), and got nowhere. What should have taken 6 months took well over a year with no conclusion. Barbara is not a competent attorney, and as other reviewers have said, she's more about billable hours than actual fruitful work. I should have searched for reviews before hiring her. Unfortunately she cost me way more than necessary and that was time and costs that I could not recoup.

Ms. Cole was highly recommended by one of my extended family members. I had a preconception that lawyers in general were difficult to trust. Ms. Cole took time to understand my needs of her services and proceeded accordingly making sure I understood the process. My children and I were separated fr...om my husband suddenly and needed sound advice for our future. She gave me the confidence and knowledge I needed to make good decisions through my divorce process while understanding that ultimately I wanted my family back together. Ms. Cole helped me achieve that goal. I am thankful for her service, knowledge, and dedication to her profession.

Barbara Cole came highly recommended to me by a friend who used her services for a divorce. I met with several attorneys prior to hiring Ms. Cole. I was sold on her knowledge, compassion, kindness and understanding of the painful situation that I was involved in. One never believes that they will ...lose their marriage of nearly 20 years. Unfortunately, that day came for me and I needed to make a decision to save and protect myself and my children. I was married to a high conflict individual and didn't trust the man that I made a marriage vow to any longer. I feel that I was cared for in all aspects of my case from beginning to end. Every detail was attended to by The Cole Law firm. I have happily started a fresh new life, and when I look back on what was the darkest time of my life - I am able to say that the process with Ms. Cole was managed appropriately, timely and most importantly with loving care. I would recommend The Cole Law Firm to my best friends. Respectfully, One Very Satisfied Client