James R Wood

I hired Mr. Wood's firm to handle a HOA problem. I paid him $2,810 witch included court filing fees. he clamed that he would get "right on it". after 3 weeks nothing was done. I had sent multiple emails and phone calls. he responded that he would call first thing in the morning. never called. I final...ly drove to his office only to be amazed that he moved out and no forwarding address. I was later informed that he was dis-bared from Arizona. I had to hire another law firm and threated to call law enforcement. INCREADABLE but true!! Bryan

I could go on for days at to why Roger Wood law firm is unprofessional, lying,deceiving, and incompetent to file basic paperwork with the correct courts. Simply, he was supposed to stop a garnishment, never happen. He was supposed to file paperwork with the courts, he filed to the wrong courts months... late. Always blamed his lack of knowledge on other people. scheduled conferences and he would no call, no show.

I was searching for advice and possible representation regarding an HOA issue. Mr Wood. got back to me in a timely manner. Provided realistic advice and helped me formulate a plan that made sense and was cost effective. I ended up not needing to actually hire an attorney but I would have had no re...servations about hiring Mr. Wood based on my experiences.

While I understand that personal issues (even tragic ones) can effect a professional approach to clients, communication is key for a law office. First draft was too long coming, and when the HOA attorney responded to our final draft I was not informed of the response until AFTER the HOA board meeting.... Even if my attorney was unavailable to communicate, there is an entire office staff available to forward important information to me. During the HOA board meeting, and without prior knowledge of their attorney's response, I was left to look unprepared and misinformed. From a quick glance at other reviews I can see that this firm does some things well, but communication and timeliness is not one of them. I did write to them in regard my disappointment, and did receive a response, however the response was too little and too late.

I hired James Wood for an HOA Board issue. He called me constantly to get me to file a suit for $3500 up front. He convinced me he would win the case and my fees would be reimbursed by the courts. I said I would not pay a penny more as this was already way more than I wanted to spend for principle.... Concerned he may try to charge me more later, I have several email correspondences stating this would be his total and not a penny more. Case began in March and like the other review a lot of mis spellings and inaccuracies. By July he basically suggested we accept the other sides Offer of Judgment admitting guilt and that he could still file to have the court reimburse my attorney fees. He said it would take about 60 days to hear back. Well after several phone calls and emails HE NEVER RESPONDED AGAIN! I don't even think he filed that paperwork as I never got a resolution. Furthermore he started sending me additional bills. Well I kept all his emails stating he would not charge more and his firm finally stopped sending bills. Well I am out $3500.00 and never even got a Resolution to my case. Stay Away!!!!