Paige M Etcheverry-Barnes

Ms. Etcheverry is by far the best family law attorney in Kern County. I was referred to her by at least 10 people who all said get her before your X does she's agressive and knows her stuff. I trusted the people who referring her to me and I'm so happy I did. She is very agressive and know every m...ove to make!! I agree with the good reviews here if you want the best she is going to be busy but use her cell phone and trust in her and do as she says. She knows exactly what she's doing and she saved me. I can't thank her enough!

I wish there was another lower rating scale below poor, because that is what Paige is. She is Terrible! It has been one of the most frustrating times in my life!! She was frustrating!! I do not know how ohers can rate this woman as an excellent attorney. I believe she takes on EVERY case and she is... VERY QUICK to take your money, but be prepared to NEVER get a phone call back. The receptionist has her head in the clouds and seems to not have a clue of what is going on in the office . I do not know how she got that job. As far as being represented by Paige, I had to do all of the leg work, ask and ask again what is going on. I had to give her ideas, and sent her many emails pleading for her help. She NEVER spoke to me before any hearings, if I even had one. HMMMM, let's see, I had her for almost two years and almost every hearing was either postponed or canceled. The cancels were because she lost her car keys in LA, her daughter was in the hopital and this excuse happened two times, she was sick, the minors council was sick, and her daughter as well. A few others I can not remember. After almost two years of this and $7000 later, the case was still not completed. She charges the minimum of a 1/2 hour even if it was a 5 minute telephone call or a few texts. OMG! I never got a bill stating how my money was being spent, although they were quick to send a late notice! How can it be late if you never get a notice telling you how your money is being spent.? I had to ask to have the statements printed. I would pick them up, as to not incure any other charges heaven forbid. I can't believe she charged me for the court dates that were postponded due to her problems!!! After she wanted another $2500 to go on for the modification, I sought guidence and was advised to fire her and represent myself. It was the best thing I ever did!! The only half way decent person in that office is Kelly, her paralegal. That is if you can ever get her on the phone. She charges half of what Paige does and is willing to answer all of your questions, and usually follows through with what she has told you. Again, minimum charge is for a 1/2 hour even for a 10 minute phone call so be prepared!! I was warned about Paiges lack of follow through, but when I met her she was a tiger and that was what I wanted and needed. She was no way near that AND IT CAUSED ME MUCH GREIF !

I had a Grandparent rights case with Paige. I pd $7,500. Our case took over 1yr. There was no testimony given during this time. I tried numerous times to contact Paige without success. She cancelled phone conferences that had been set. She was a noshow at her office conference.(Bakersfield is a ...2oo mi trip for me), She canceled at least 3 court dates to personal reasons (dentist etc.) I felt very under represented.

I hired Paige to represent me for my divorce. I had horrible experience with her and her staff. They work like they are state or federal employees and they dont have to be polite with their clients. Paige never does her homework before she goes to the court. She will ask you the questions that you sh...ould be asking her. Her paralegal staff is even worse. You will never get your calls answered to returned. Few times I tried to schedule consultation with Paige before I go to the court to discuss the startegy before hand, but never get it scheduled and on the date of my court date she is clueless and start asking questions like she is talking to you first time in her life. Please do not waste your time and money. In the court she is a confused personality. PLEASE DO NOT HIRE HER.