Samantha L. Thomas

Samantha L. Thomas

3.8
Rating: 7.0

Licensed for 22 years

Family Lawyer Practice Areas: Family
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Reason: Not Practicing

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23 years

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Licensed in North Carolina for 22 years

State: North Carolina

Acquired: 2003

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Samantha L. Thomas's Reviews

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3.8 /5.0

30 Client Reviews

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Posted by Brian | March 21, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Family

She quit my case 3 days from a hearing!!!

several events led to my having to call the office to explain I didn't want to communicate via the mycase server. Ms Thomas would ask questions already discussed, charged for a filed extension when I submitted documents earlier than asked, and she messaged me telling me I was supposed to pay the cler...ks office not send checks directly to my ex like she told me was ok just a month earlier. All of this is bad but like most family law offices in the area, this office is extremely busy. The main reason for my 1 star is that after I called the office to voice my concerns and tell them I would just speak with Ms Thomas on days we had court instead of constantly reminding her on mycase and paying for all the messages she told me she had no option but to withdrawal as my Lawyer. (she did this 3 days from a hearing, very unprofessional.) I paid this Lawyer over $3,000 and basically had to start over with another office. My advice is to save your money and find a lawyer that doesn't nickel and dime you.

Samantha Thomas

Replied last March 21, 2018

I am sorry that you feel this way but the reason we ask client to message on MyCase and not call the office is because they cannot address legal issues relating to your case and to document any conversations that we have. I do know you were in court when the Judge ordered where the payment was to be sent but you declined to do that because you wanted to show that your spouse was not residing where she said she was. I do not like to find out information the day of court because that does not give me time to prepare so it is our practice to get the information from client prior to court. It is not ethical for us to walk into court unprepared and without the necessary information from our clients but unfortunately that means that we have to stay in touch with the client which does involve a cost but I cannot change my practice of maintaining regular contact with clients when their cases are so important. We always send reminders to clients when their bills are overdue so that no client is surprised when we do end up having to withdraw due to lack of payment. However since the hearing had already been continued prior to the withdraw there were no issues with the hearing. I wish you the best of luck.

Posted by anonymous | March 19, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

More money doesn't mean better lawyer

Constantly had to remind her what was going on in my case, months and months went by, motions, contuances, compelling documents, she accomplished nothing for me and was annoyed when I didn't want to take the opposings "deal" not in my favor but it would have been an easy close and move on for her. Sh...e is only caring about her clients if their cases are easy and she doesn't have to do any prep work for her too high retainer. Find a lawyer that cares about you not about her bottom line.

Posted by Jose | February 28, 2018 | Hired Attorney

The Best Lawyer who is very detailed and cares!!!

You can tell right up front that she cares and she is very intelligent and detailed at her work. She is always on time to get back to you if it's a call or an email to keep you up dated on anything. She has been my lawyer 2 to 3 times now and every time I felt comfortable and she was on top of everyt...hing. Trust me you would not be disappointed at all. Best lawyer I had in my life.

Posted by TND | April 20, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

The best

Ms. Thomas represented me in my recent divorce. I can't begin to explain how much she helped me. I got the best possible outcome it was possible to get in my circumstances. She and her staff are incredibly caring and professional. I am so grateful for Ms. Thomas and her whole office for their help du...ring a stressful time.

Posted by anonymous | March 01, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Divorce and Child Custody Cases

I hired Attorney Samantha Thomas to handle my divorce and child custody case. I was very pleased with the great service that I received and how professional the staff was. I would highly recommend The services of Thomas Law Firm to complete your legal needs.Not only were the outcome of my cases favo...rable through litigation, but Attorney Thomas worked hard to round out the rough edges of my case. If you want proven, hard working results with your legal issues , I would consider giving her a call.

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Laura Devan

Divorce and separation lawyer | Apr 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Samantha is an extremely hard working and knowledgeable Family Law Attorney. As a military spouse, she has a unique perspective and understanding of military divorces. Samantha is a fierce advocate in the courtroom and is of the highest integrity."

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Kenneth Burns

Family lawyer | Sep 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"As a former adversary and colleague, I have found Samantha Thomas to be dedicated to getting the job done right. She is well-prepared and goes the extra mile for her clients. I have referred clients to her in the past without hesitation and will continue to do so."

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Experience

Rating:  7.0 (Very Good)

Associations

2015 - Present

Military & Veterans Affairs Committee

Committee member

2003 - Present

American Bar Association

2003 - Present

North Carolina Bar Association

Education

2003

Campbell University, Norman Adrian Wiggins School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

Languages

German

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