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Posted by Rebecca | March 13, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Administrative Law

Got my license back!!!

You don’t have to hire an atty for a hearing with the DOL..But why go the complicated process alone when you can hire Barbara’s office?Her and Patty told me exactly what they needed of me, explained the process and my hearing went smoothly.It’s been less than a month and I’m a legal driver,after bein...g revoked and in HTO status.. Do yourself a favor and call Barbara if you have a daunting hearing with the DOL,she’ll make sure you succeed.

Posted by anonymous | May 04, 2010 | Administrative Law

Babara Bowden is highly recommended!!

I interviewed 6-8 attorneys to represent me in a difficult case. It was critical for me to prevail in my upcoming DOL hearing because I have a job dependent CDL. Again and again Barbara Bowdens name came up as someone I should interview. I met Barbara in her office and was ultimately impressed enough... with her knowledge, industry relationships and optimistic, but no-bull mannerism to hire her. It turned out to be the best decision I could have made. Barbara did not make any promises, but she showed me some very impressive stats. of client case results. When we went to court it was also clear that she was very well known and liked by the Judges and the prosecutors. Everyone seem to know her including court staff. This put me at ease during both court appearances. It was obvious Barbara had the respect of the court coupled with a considerable amount of knowledge and experience in this specialized field.This resulted in her being able to get a suppresion order which saved my CDL and my job. I plead to a gross misdomeanor and am extremely grateful to Barbara and her staff for their patience with me during this situation. Barbara Bowden is a gem and I am blessed to have hired her. Thank you again Barbara Bowden.

Posted by Brian | April 08, 2010 | Administrative Law

Simply the best!

Last month I received a D.U.I and was faced with a possible license suspension and incarceration. Wasn't sure where to look for an attorney. I was referred to Barbara by a friend who had used her and highly recommended her. I literally had only one court appearance and the matter was resolved. The du...i was dropped to a negligent driving and more importantly Barbara was able to get the breathalyzer test suppressed. No jail time and no license suspension. And she handled my DOL hearing as well. I don't think I could've asked for a better attorney! And everyone in her office is friendly and helpful. I don't think she does it for the money. I think she does it because this is what she is passionate about! Much Love to Barbara and the whole staff there!!!

Posted by Tonya | May 01, 2013 | Administrative Law

DO NOT HIRE!

A few people had referred me to Barbara since they had good results with her in the past. I also heard that Barbara was a pit bull when it came to DUI's. It was the first time I had ever gotten in trouble and decide to hire thinking I would be in good hands. I was wrong. First court date she was an... half and hour late. She didn't even talk with me before I went in front of the judge. The public defender talked with me more than she did. 2nd court date, she pleaded me out to reckless. Didn't discuss it with me, had the paperwork signed. I did agree to it, but what else was I to do when she had already told me that this is THE ONLY thing I could get. She also had 3 other clients, the same time and day, same courtroom so she barely had time to spend talking. She also left us with her associate since she had another client in the courtroom next to mine that she had to take care of. DOL WAS A JOKE. First time I met with her she stated she would take pictures of where I got pulled over, she wanted me to highlight the police report and put what I felt happen. I ENDED UP TAKING THE PICTURES, TRYING TO CONTACT MY WITNESS because she did not contacted the witness until the day before the hearing, and she didn't even read what I had highlighted. She was on her FACEBOOK during the DOL hearing and yawning the whole time while talking with the attorney general. She even forgot that she had pleaded me out a week ago to reckless. I end up losing and received a blower for a year even though I had blown 2 times for the officer. I now have to finish paying Barbara for a job she didn't do. NEVER GO TO HER! She is overbooked and doesn't care about you or what the end result is. I also let the people who referred her to me and anyone I come across know had bad she was and not only myself, but the people who now know will never refer her again.

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