Joshua B Turner

I am writing this review to share my firsthand experience as the opposing party in a family law custody case, so other parents can make an informed decision. This matter extended for a prolonged period due to repeated litigation and escalation rather than resolution. In my experience, the approach... taken was highly aggressive and increased conflict between the parents instead of focusing on practical solutions or minimizing harm to the child. As a result, I went an extended period with severely restricted parenting time. Temporary orders and procedural delays contributed to supervised visitation that continued far longer than necessary. This occurred during the COVID period, which further compounded delays and extended separation from my child. The financial impact was extreme. I personally spent over one hundred twenty thousand dollars in legal fees. That amount does not include the substantial legal fees incurred by the opposing party. Although I was ultimately awarded attorney fees, the court ordered only a small percentage to be paid due to the opposing party’s employment situation. As a practical matter, this did not meaningfully offset the financial damage caused by the prolonged litigation. Despite the length, cost, and hostility of the proceedings, I ultimately prevailed. I was awarded joint legal decision-making, equal parenting time, and make-up parenting time. Looking back, the final outcome demonstrated that the level of conflict, duration, and financial burden were not necessary to reach a fair and balanced resolution. Based on my experience, I strongly encourage parents involved in custody matters to thoroughly research any attorney they are considering. It is critical to understand whether an attorney prioritizes de-escalation, efficiency, transparency, and child-focused outcomes, as prolonged and aggressive litigation can have lasting emotional and financial consequences for families — especially for children.