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Barbara Ellen Cini

also known as Barbara E. Cini

4.7
Rating: 8.3

Licensed for 14 years

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Reason: Not Practicing

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Licenses

Licensed in North Carolina for 14 years

State: North Carolina

Acquired: 2011

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Barbara Ellen Cini's Reviews

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4.7 /5.0

26 Client Reviews

Posted by anonymous | May 11, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

billed for services never rendered.

Hired Ms. Cini for divorce case. Ms. Cini left the firm before case was completed. After Ms. Cini left the firm, we discovered a number of documents that were supposed to be sent to opposing counsel months prior were never sent. Communications with opposing counsel that she told me had taken place... (and billed) are being disputed by opposing counsel that they ever took place.

Posted by anonymous | April 26, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Great Attorney and outstanding service

Attorney was outstanding. Very professional in everything that she did. Any questions or concerns we had she was very responsive and helpful in getting them answered quickly and accurately. Overall produced great work and I highly recommend her to anyone.

Posted by Jared | April 26, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Business Contracts

I went to Barbara for advise on contracts for my business. After discussing my needs she promptly had me a draft that we went over together and made changes to based off my opinions and her legal knowledge. Within a short time she had made all the changes we discussed and had me a very professional l...egal contract for my customers. Could not have been happier with the turn around time and the final product. Very knowledgeable and very friendly to work with. I would recommend her to anyone.

Posted by Anonymous | April 26, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Great Lawyer!

Ms. cini handled two issues for me. The first was a dispute with a creditor who was coming after me for a debt that was not mine as I was an identity theft victim. Ms. Cini filed a counter suit and was able to get the creditor to dismiss their suit entirely. I never even had to go to court! I was so ...impressed I hired Ms. Cini to take care of some traffic violations for me. While those were not dismissed, Ms. Cini was able to get them reduced down so all I paid was a fine. I have referred several friends to Ms. Cini.

Posted by anonymous | April 23, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Beware

Letting my ex-wife back into the home after a separation was my first mistake. Hiring Ms. Cini was the second. Ms. Cini used a stereotypical approach to the initial steps of my separation, yet billed like it was a convoluted case. I had to completely rehash my case every time I saw her. Milestone...s that opposing counsel was supposed to meet but did not was never challenged by her and emails and calls to her went unanswered. I rue the day I "hired" Ms. Cini. She was not an advocate for me at all.

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Barbara Ellen Cini's Lawyer Endorsements

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Mark York

Family lawyer | Mar 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ms. Cini is a dedicated professional who can be a zealous advocates for her clients, while maintaining the courtesy and integrity that our profession demands. Ms. Cini's outstanding courtroom performance reflects that she does not take short cuts and is always prepared with a complete knowledge of the facts and a deep understanding of the relevant law. Ms. Cini is at the top of my list for referrals in Forsyth County."

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Brian Shillito

Family lawyer | Sep 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Barbara has been opposing counsel in several cases with me. She has always handled herself professionally and with courtesy while being a strong advocate for her client. I can endorse her with out reservations of any kind."

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Christopher Anglin

Unknown lawyer | Jun 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. She always does an excellent job for her clients and I am impressed by her diligence in the practice of law."

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Rebecca Nelson

Family lawyer | Mar 25

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Ronald Payne

Family lawyer | Dec 04

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Ms. Cini is an outstanding advocate for her clients who knows family law well. She is well respected in the community and fights hard for her clients while being a top professional. I highly endorse her to potential clients!"

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Erica Jackson

Unknown lawyer | Nov 11

Relationship: Co-worker

"Barbara is an exceptional attorney. Her attention to detail and innate trial skills make for phenomenal outcomes in the courtroom. I strongly endorse this attorney."

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Charles Adkins

Family lawyer | Jul 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mrs. Cini has a great reputation in the legal community as a family law attorney. I endorse this lawyer."

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David McCleary

Domestic violence lawyer | May 06

Relationship: Co-worker

"Ms. Cini is one of the most tenacious and aggressive attorneys I have had ever had the opportunity to observe. Barbara relentlessly fights for her clients rights. Her tenacity coupled with her compassion and understanding of her own clients makes Barbara a truly impressive advocate. I strongly endorse her."

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Charles Mellies

Workers compensation lawyer | Jan 10

Relationship: Co-worker

"Barbara is an excellent attorney who fights diligently for her clients. It is a pleasure working with her."

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Jason Smith

DUI and DWI lawyer | Oct 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"If you need an attorney that will fight for you, look no further than Barbara Cini. I have seen her in trial and know that she has what it takes."

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Harvey Barbee

Unknown lawyer | Sep 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Barbara is an excellent attorney who is tenacious in the courtroom and will fight for the rights of her clients. I have seen her at trial and was very impressed with her poise and skill. I would trust her to handle any legal matter."

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Richard Webb

Family lawyer | Sep 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"If you are looking for a knowledgeable, compassionate, hard-working lawyer, then I highly recommend Barbara Cini. I certainly endorse this lawyer."

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Craig Hensel

Personal injury lawyer | Sep 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Barbara is a smart, civic-minded attorney with roots in the community. I expect great things from her."

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Michael Eldredge

Family lawyer | Aug 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Rothrock

Personal injury lawyer | Jul 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Megan Spidell

Family lawyer | Jul 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Barbara Cini is a fellow attorney in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. I have observed her both in and out of the courtroom, working on domestic and criminal matters. She is professional and hard-working and genuinely cares about her clients and the practice of law. She is an aggressive advocate for her clients. I endorse Miss Cini."

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Christopher Avery

Unknown lawyer | Jul 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Fradin

Family lawyer | Jul 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Barbara Cini is a top notch litigator! I am more and more impressed each time I see her in the courtroom. She will relentlessly fight for her clients, exhausting every argument. I highly recommend Barbara."

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Heather Kaemmer

Family lawyer | Jul 21

Relationship: Other

"I attended law school with Ms. Cini and I was always very impressed with her professionalism and passion for helping others. She is a strong advocate for her clients and I would recommend her services without hesitation."

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Kelly Parker

Unknown lawyer | Jul 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Christopher Anglin

General practice lawyer

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Rebecca Nelson

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Susan Gray

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Erica Jackson

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Jason Smith

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Richard Webb

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Experience

Rating:  8.3 (Excellent)

Sample of Legal Cases

Assault on a Female - Not Guilty

Not Guilty

Injured Worker Wins Additional Medical Treatment

Won

Social Security Benefits - Approved

Won

Driving While Impaired - Dismissed

Dismissed

Assault on a Female - Dismissed

Dismissed

Child Support

Won

Assault on a Female - Not Guilty

Not Guilty

Social Security Benefits - Approved

Won

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Speaking Engagements

2014

2014

DWI DEFENSE: Updates, The Down and What You Need To Know The Necessity Defense in DWI Defense

2013

The Anderson Center

Know Your Rights In a School Setting

2013

Plaintiff's Personal Injury Form Start to Finish

Statutes Which Affect Liability Evaluation

2013

Evidence and Admissibility: Practical Tips for Trial

Expert Reports and Scientific Evidence

2013

Ethics Update

Ethics

2013

DWI Defense - Updates, the Down Law, and What You Need to Know

The Necessity Defense and DWIs

2012

A Paralegal's Guide to Divorce Cases

Family Law - Divorce Proceedings

2011

Ethical Implications in the Discovery Process

Ethics

Publications

2013

The Chronicle of Winston Salem Ministers Conference uses MLK Day For Education

2012

North Carolina Court of Appeals Bobbitt v. Eizenga

2012

Languages

English

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