Christina Maranhao

We contacted Christina because our minor-age daughter was in an unhealthy relationship with an adult teen, and we wanted to know what our rights were as a parents and - more importantly - find remedies. She was terrific, helping us craft a few options ranging from a gentle nudge for all involved to a... prospective scorched-earth approach. Particularly because the latter was identified, the nudge was all it took. Problem solved. We appreciated that Christina not only gave us valuable advice about our options but also provided us a sounding board, not emotionally attached to the case, to help us calibrate our tone in communicating about the issue. Fortunately, we did not require more than a consultation, but if we did (or, if in the future we do), we would want her representation.

I couldn't afford to hire a lawyer, but I needed to get legal advice on a custody issue with my nephew and was referred to Christina Maranhao. I was at a total loss on what to do and just needed some information and guidance. Christina listened to my story, and looked over the case file, then walke...d me through what I needed to do. She even printed out the paperwork and showed me what needed to be filled out, and where I needed to go to file this. Later that evening I received an e-mail from her with all of the information I needed for the paperwork. After months of anxiety and stress over this situation, it only took one visit to put everything in place.

If you are looking for a lawyer who is confident, passionate, detailed oriented, knowledgable, thorough, and just all around someone who approaches highly tense and emotional situations with strength, power, and composure, you need to hire and work with Christina. Christina is honestly the best! Chri...stina was my lawyer for my divorce case and she guided me every step of the way, gave me rational and sound advice when I was too clouded by my emotions and own feelings and kept it honest and real with what to expect and what the law says verses what I wanted. She did this with compassion and understanding for the situation, too. She knows the court system. She always wanted to make sure she protected, fought for, and put forth the best case for me as her client, and more importantly my young son. She knew my case inside and out, was beyond prepared with detailed binders, notebooks, and notes. I knew each and every time we went in front of a judge, that she was beyond ready to present my case. She is able to communicate with opposing counsel respectfully even if they were unprofessional. Christina is extremely professional, not only in her job, but in her appearance and the way she conducts herself in the courtroom and in the office. She responds promptly to any and all communication no matter how big or small it was as well as provided detailed information and instructions for anything I needed to submit to her. I can't speak highly enough about Christina. In a couple of years, I will be back in court for education, and there's no doubt I will be continuing to use Christina as my lawyer. Without a doubt, know that you are in great hands by hiring Christina.