Cheri, Ethan, and Wills were amazing to work with. They supported me and my family through a very…read moredifficult time with my DVPO and made sure I never felt alone. They were responsive, compassionate, and truly cared about my situation. I'm so grateful for all of their hard work and for making me feel like I could count on them every step of the way. I highly recommend them to anyone needing support and guidance during a tough time.

Had a 6-year case divorce case. The estate was worth about 9 million and ex was proven to have…read morecheated with a working prostitute. Mrs Patrick dismissed my case intending to refile and did it WRONG. The opposing attorney told her TWICE that she was doing it the wrong way. As a result my entire case was dismissed. I had to allow her to fix her mistake . The NC bar has already agreed she did indeed mess up. She lost the appeal and Rule of 60 (do-over) cases. As a result...I got nothing- no child support, alimony OR retirement. She has the least amt of liability insurance an attorney can get (100k) and NOTHING is in her name. I paid her over 50K- she had to do an appeal and rule of 60 for free. She now has several attorneys representing her, and their attorney fees are paid by liability insurance. She refused to settle or discuss a settlement. I never felt she had my back, intentionally put things off, and was a terrible advisor. We never had a meeting before mediation, she was never prepared, and always seemed lost when appearing in court, and was dominated by the opposing attorney. I do not recommend using her !

The team was very responsive, clear & informative. The issue was dealt with in 1/10th the time I…read morethought it would take.

Michael Franchi has helped me with two previous cases. He gave lots of good advice and helped me…read morereceive the best possible outcome. Takes time to explain everything and never rushes you when you call. He's your huckleberry if you need assistance on a case!

Marcus Hill was amazing and very supportive! I went to him for a complicated case and he kept me…read morecalm and got me the best out come. Trust him - he knows what he is doing! I highly recommend him for big or small cases. Thanks to him for all his help and support. L M

Went here for a speeding ticket I got and he handled it quickly and after I did the paperwork I…read moredidn't even need to worry about it anymore. Highly recommend going here I've told multiple people to. Even got refunded some!

They did good in my case. Answer my calls right away. Really honest from the beginning in what to…read moreexpect about my situation. Thank you Noel McDevitt.

I've rarely had to use a lawyer until a bit back but if I had to rate a legal service, well 5…read morestars. First and foremost, it's not one of those companies that market hard to get your business. I found these guys by word of mouth. The place seems to be run by mostly family. The lady at the front desk is beyond kind, friendly, and helpful. People have to retain legal services and the people in this place take the edge off the stress you have. They don't nickle and dime you. They charge you a fair price and that's that. They also take genuine interest in your case. I like this place mostly because it seems to be the first firm I've visited that doesn't look like a "luxury apartment complex." It's decorated classy and traditionally. Makes me feel like I'm being charged for their services and not for their furnishings. They are also really good. Beyond professional and smart. They stay on top of everything. With my paper work I have copies of everything. They answer emails timely and spend a decent amount of time with you. Mostly mid to older lawyers with a lot of professional experiences in multiple fields.

Melissa is undoubtedly the most gifted attorney I've ever worked with. I will never forget how she…read morerepresented me in court: always so professional yet kind and caring. I was going through a very challenging divorce and her support was one of the only things that kept me going. I felt so powerless when I stepped into her office for the first time. Melissa's professionalism, confidence and knowledge helped me regain control of the situation and rekindled my desire to fight for myself and my child. It's been years since she helped me, but I keep thinking of her as my hero and my savior. I will never forget the day she confronted my ex-husband in court. He pled guilty for assaulting me so that he wouldn't be retried and possibly sentenced. When we were in court about the custody of our child, he said "I've never done anything wrong when it came to my wife or child." Melissa stood up and said: "sir, when you testify in court, you put your hand on the Bible and swear to speak only truth, is this correct?" He said, "yes, I am telling the truth." Melissa said" you plead guilty of assaulting my client last week in court. Were you lying?" At that point, several people from the audience started clapping and a couple of them asked for her business card at the end of the court session. That's how good she is.

Unresponsive to error in trust even though office staff stated attorney would return the call more…read morethan once

What an impressive law firm. Very glad I have found and used your services. Attorney Stanford was…read moreso thorough and professional. He accommodated our schedule and explained everything about the Quit Claim to everyone. Well done. I shall be using you again. Thank you so much

I cannot say enough good things about Attorney Cyrus Griswold and The Law Offices of Coleman,…read moreMerritt, Murphy & Rainsford, P.C. Facing criminal charges was one of the most stressful experiences of my life. I was in completely uncharted territory, extremely anxious, and had a tremendous amount riding on the outcome--including my future employment. I will be the first to admit that I was probably not the easiest client to represent. I had countless questions and sent more emails than I can remember. Throughout it all, Cyrus was remarkably patient, understanding, and reassuring. He recognized the level of anxiety I was experiencing, took the time to answer my questions, and never made me feel like I was a burden. I am equally grateful to Sam Coleman and the entire team at the firm for their professionalism, support, and compassion throughout this process. Most importantly, they achieved the outcome I had hoped for--my charges were dismissed. To further demonstrate their commitment to helping me move forward, the firm filed my petition for expunction that very same day. Standing beside Cyrus in front of the judge felt like an eternity. It was one of the most tense and nerve-racking moments of my life, and so much was riding on the outcome. Yet even in that moment, I had complete confidence in Cyrus. His preparation, composure, and advocacy gave me confidence when I needed it most. He presented compelling legal arguments to the judge with professionalism and conviction. He delivered the result I had been desperately hoping for, and it's a moment I'll never forget. When we walked out of the courtroom, I gave Cyrus a hug. It was one of the best days of my life. My two-hour drive home was the happiest drive I can remember. For the first time in months, I felt like I could finally breathe again. That moment represented so much more than a legal victory--it meant I could begin rebuilding my life and pursuing my career again. Beyond his legal ability, what stood out to me most was Cyrus as a person. Throughout this process, he treated me with patience, respect, and genuine compassion. I never felt like just another case. He cared about helping me through one of the most difficult periods of my life, and that meant more to me than I can adequately express. In my experience, he's not only an outstanding attorney but also a genuinely good person. If you are looking for an attorney who is not only an exceptional advocate but also someone who genuinely cares about his clients, I wholeheartedly recommend Attorney Cyrus Griswold and The Law Offices of Coleman, Merritt, Murphy & Rainsford, P.C. They have my deepest gratitude and highest recommendation.

Rich Daugherty - Professionalism and Excellence personified!!!…read more I recently had an opportunity to work with Rich Daugherty as his client. First and foremost, I found him to be a wonderful human being who showed genuine care and empathy. Rich is an experienced professional, very knowledgeable, considerate supportive throughout my case. He took the time to thoroughly understand my situation, provided clear and strategic guidance, and was responsive to my questions. I was impressed with his "friendly interrogations" to gain comprehensive factual understanding of my case that formed the basis for formulating a compelling narrative leading to a positive outcome that I was satisfied with. I would highly recommend Rich, without any hesitations for your employment attorney needs, who is not only skilled but also genuinely cares about his clients. Thank you, Rich, for your excellent work!

Rich Daugherty represented me through an executive-level employment situation that would have…read moretranspired quite differently without him in my corner. I am grateful he took my call, and used his deep expertise to coach me through each day of an incredibly stressful month. One of the most brilliant attorneys I've ever worked with, and I've worked with many in my career. Don't be fooled by how empathetic and kind he is--he won't be trifled with in your defense and you will be taking notes on his negotiation skills. His passion for his work is inspirational. I could go on, but will summarize by saying I cannot recommend this man enough, particularly for any executive-level guidance you may need. Thank you for everything, Rich.

IMO, internet 'ambulance chasers' who won't give you the time of day unless you're case is easy and…read moreprofitable for them. I opened my online application with "I need advice." In a telephone interview, Ceilia Wood (not even a paralegal) promised advisement in the event that they did not take my case. Well, they did not take my case, but they did advise me, I suppose... to look for another firm in The North Carolina State Bar Membership Directory search engine. That is not advice; it's a broken promise and breach of good faith. When I pointed out that the standard intial interview is widely accepted within the legal profession as consisting of a MUTUAL conversation between client and lawyer during which questions are answered, Cici - unapologetically - admitted, " I believe I did not do a good job explaining how our firm works. Our firm reviews cases before offering a consultation, the phone call I made to you was to get that initial information. I am not given the reasoning of that decision or the reason of why we give a specific referral. Once that decision has been made it is final." I then pointed out the apparent hypocrisy of their website: "We don't consider you a case number; you're a real person with real problems. So, we will treat you the same way we'd want to be treated: with respect, compassion, and honesty. Your rights and interests will always be at the forefront of everything we do." "Contact Us for a Consultation." I then offered a layperson's position: Google informs that "a preliminary or initial consultation with a law firm is standard procedure and a crucial first step in the attorney-client relationship that serves as a mutual evaluation where both client and attorney can determine if the client's case is a good fit for their practice." ** Crickets **

Unprofessional, unreliable, and downright incompetent at their jobs. Let's start with the first…read morecall With Mike McKay, during the consultation he informed me that I had no chance of getting a settlement because i worked for a corporation in NC, and I would get workman's comp only. Then proceeded to tell me about a case he had where a worker was ordered to go in a trench and then buried alive in concrete and how in his trial he lost to the business. A pretty poor attitude to start nonetheless I gave them the opportunity to take my case. After going to clinics with no help from their staff in arranging any thing dealing with my condition, they demanded my health records in digital format. Informed his paralegal that I did not have an account and would be happy to sign a paper release for medical records for that specific facility since I had only been there after the Work accident injury. His firm than said, give me your name and password to your epic account and that's when i knew I was dealing with an unprofessional group of clowns that can only settle a workplace injury if the person dies or is paralyzed for life. After I informed Mike McKay of his unprofessionalism and threatened to relay these texts about sharing passwords to the Bar as well as super lawyers, he called me trying to explain he didn't want my case anymore. Go somewhere else if you care about your case ! I will be reporting Mike McKay for blatantly breaking common sense security protocols for health care data