Responded from Yelp request promptly and provided answers to all my questions. Ms Gates was…read morefriendly, understanding and very informative about options available regarding debt relief. It was comforting to receive answers and not feel pressured to make any choices immediately.

I used them awhile ago and still recommend them to friends and family. I appreciate that they were…read morenice and easy to talk to

If you need Estate Planning, you need this firm. I spoke with 3 different firms and received 3…read moredifferent answers. I decided to go with this firm because they not only took their time explaining, (as I know nothing about this), they were not after the green. Seriously guys, this is a trustworthy family establishment, who cares more about getting what you need, than their bottom line. Lawyers who actually care about you... I didn't think that existed anymore. We are getting the whole family outfitted here now. If you want honest, helpful and just what you need (not what you don't) try them!! You won't be sorry.

DO NOT USE THEM. RUN! It would appear the lawyer they retained for family law (Mrs. Barclay) should…read morenot be in practice or be retired. You can see the burnout or lack of caring (she self admitted that she no longer cared about complaints while at the same time, receiving many of them). In essence, the only thing they may have excelled at are uncontested matters, maybe a criminal one. Apparently, they only have one lawyer to work on family cases. When I determined that I was the recipient of ineffective counsel or ethical wrong by Mrs. Barclay, I tried working with the attorney directly in the course of the proceedings, and then ultimately addressed these concerns of ineffective counsel to the law firm owner. I expected that there would be a concern given, but there was not. I was advised by the law firm owner (Mrs. Ranney) that she could not help, considering her and her husband's background in family law was limited. Given that I tried to rehabilitate our relationship with clear expectations, I was further denied service by Mrs. Ranney due to my complaints or concerns that were credible enough to be reported to the Virginia Bar. I sought return of my retainer at the least (realizing they must be paid for some effort even if it were unscrupulous) However, this was never answered. Counsel in this matter was critical, due to a wife who absconded with my children over a decade ago and denied custodial or visitation. The issues I faced are not limited to: 1) Last minute discovery and poor communication. Whether about admissibility, facts or case direction and intentions. 2) No use of subpoena duces tecum to corroborate findings. 3) Allowing unsupervised interrogatories by GAL or court appointed staff. 4) Failure to make disclosures of evidence or submit interrogatories. No evidence was reported by judge! 5) Failure to proceed on the wishes of client during trial, threatening to leave the case and ultimately causing a show cause to be vacated. 6) Threatening abandonment numerous times over minor disagreements. 7) Fails to immediately recognize and object to inadmissible evidence. 8) Allows opposition to run all over the case. Rolling over at any concern raised by GAL or opposing party. Hesitant to make any push for justice, or seek recompense. During retainment, it was pitched about the enjoyment of such cases, determination to follow through, and aggressive stance. This could be further from the truth. We were treated as another manila folder in the stack. The only thing we expected were emails detailing what "couldn't be accomplished", and lowering the bar on the "aggressive" representation promised from the outset. When contacting other law firms to represent in the appeal, it was clear they were "known" as having difficulties in family related cases, particularly Mrs. Barclay's counsel. You cannot win a case when all you do is waste time putting out the fires... VSB case been opened based on this representation.

I was in a serious bind, incarcerated three times in a row for violating a protective order,…read moredealing with emotional hard ship from the end of a twelve year relationship and our nine year old son stolen from me out of California here to Richmond, VA, and had no where to turn. I found Friedman law firm driving by the impressive building one day after being bailed out of jail! LOL I knew no one in Richmond besides my ex in-laws which are to say the least, not my "friends" anymore (nor is my ex). The Friedman firm has been phenomenal to me, and I've worked with many attorneys. Thumbs up big time! Thanks guys!! :)

Review by Danea Yawn, North chesterfield VA Tori Zicker was…read moremy attorney April 23,2023. My other attorney I used the same day for another incident, talked to my spouses attorney who agreed that my spouse would drop her protective order against me if I dropped my protective order against my spouse so that we can have an amicable divorce. This attorney walked over to Tori and I and stated this to us. So I dropped my protective order, believing my spouse had dropped hers. Within seconds, Tori was escorting me into the courtroom for a protective order trial against me, by my spouse. My spouses attorney had lied to my other attorney, and yes this other attorney has recently confirmed this to me. Tori should not have let me enter the courtroom. I didn't understand what was going on. Tori let my star witness come into the courtroom so she couldn't testify on my behalf. A two year protective order was placed on me. I was put out of my home made homeless with my son and 2 dogs. I'm still not divorced due to the noncompiance of my spouses attorney not responding to or delivering requested documents upon my attorneys request. Tori Zicker has destroyed my life, financially and emotionally. I fired her right after the trial. I questioned, on that day, if she truly is an attorney! I don't know if she is with Friedmans Law Firm now, But she was when I had hired her. If she isn't still at Friedmans Law Firm, beware if you come across her name at any other law firms. She's most incompetent and should have her license revolked. Having just realized what really happened that day, I am in the process of taking legal action against Tori Zicker for legal malpractice.

My lawyer David Clements deserves 10 stars but i can only rate 5…read more From the initial consultation, he was very clear with me about the process and stayed on top of everything till the ends of the process. I highly recommend my lawyer and his team.

DO NOT USE David Clements!! Had our initial conversation and…read morehe needed more information that was delivered to his office. This was a very important matter to my family. After that crickets. He would not return calls and trying for over a week to reach him his receptionist became very rude. We had to engage another firm. bypass the aggravation and start with another firm.

Maybe I'm not able to see the other reviews however if there aren't any then I'm shocked! In my…read morepersonal opinion, they are hands down the BEST attorneys you will ever find. They're on the pricey side yet you sometimes have to pay for what you get. They aren't like tv and movie lawyers that do ALL the work for you. Sometimes you have to do some research to provide to them and that's ok. Remember that although they make you feel as if you're their main client, you aren't, lol. They will focus solely on you while working on your case, just remember they have other clients as well and it's helpful to them if you can provide as much intel as possible. It's a team effort and believe me, you WANT them as part of your team. I truly cannot say enough praises towards them. The entire team, from reception all the way to the top! I'm sure I have gotten on Martha's nerves several times though she's never let me know lol, because when I get stressed I ask a ton of questions and I start to ramble without letting her speak. She has been direct, firm, but NEVER rude. Guiding me in a direct yet calming way. Times when I'm an emotional wreck and times when I'm in a calmed spirit. Showing me that she truly has our best interest in heart and definitely not in this only for money. She fights for what's best and what's right. And OMG, she's a force to be reckoned with in the courtroom. Very impressive. You do not want to be on the opposite side of her! And again, she does this for the love of the law and what's right. Not the almighty dollar, from what I've observed on many occasions. Something I find admirable in today's society. This is a law firm built on integrity and it shows. Recently I needed to call her in a panic trying to protect my youngest son. I didn't know she was walking out the door for court, yet she still took my call and answered my question quickly then informed me she couldn't talk to me anymore because she needed to drive to court. Of course in my panicked mind I felt blown off and a massive bother to her (in that blinded moment of mine) but that couldn't be furthest from the truth. She didn't have to take the call at all. I'm saying this to say, thats the type of lawyer and person she is. Even if she has literally one minute, she will give that minute to you. I 100% recommend this mother and son legal team and firm for all of your legal needs.

From the owner: Attorneys You Can Count On…read more Frederick Schick, Attorney, specializes in Criminal Law, Traffic, DUI/DWI, Juvenile Law and Children's Law as well as Personal Injury. Martha Schick, Attorney, specializes in Divorce, Custody, Support and Wills. Finding a lawyer is not hard, but finding a good lawyer is a little harder than it seems. Here at Schick & Schick PC, we have a variety of legal specialities to help you with your needs. Please Visit our Website!

Attorney Myers is your go-to guy for all things related to traffic offenses in the Richmond area…read more If you have a reckless driving or other driving offense that has you in trouble, contact Henry and then do exactly what he tells you to. If you follow his instruction, you will get the absolute best possible outcome on court day.

From the owner: Your Traffic Attorney in South Central VA…read more I am a former Prosecutor, also known to some as an Assistant Commonwealth's Attorney or Assistant district Attorney. I prosecuted many cases in Dinwiddie and spent a lot of time in General District Court seeking high fines and jail time. I left the Commonwealth's Attorney office in 2008 and now defend those who have traffic and criminal charges. I work hard to save people from high fines or jail time. If you have a good driving record, hire me and I will fight to try to keep it that way. If your driving record is bad, hire me and I will fight to try to keep it from getting worse. Certain traffic convictions can have a negative affect on your driving record and could result in raising your car insurance premiums. Moreover, some traffic offenses in VA, for example DWI, Driving on Suspended, and even Reckless Driving, carry the possibility of a fine, jail time, and the suspension of your driver's license.

In my Opinion ! Do not hire him as he lacks knowledge in Construction Law cases that he has no…read moreknowledge of and poorly represented me in one case in CCGDC that cost me dearly. Judge O' Connell & Linda Moore also refused to hear the case & cost me dearly as they kept setting the hearing times for 1 hours so as O'Connell wouldn't have to hear the case. Then Scott G. Crowley forgot to show up for the hearing and cost me the judgement of $25 K therefore letting O'Connell off the hook and did not appeal the case because of his ignorance of not having a secretary to remind him of the court case. The VA. State Bar did nothing to him as they all know each other. Something stinks about this whole misjustice & situation that is crooked & corrupt in my opinion !

We used this business as part of an estate sale. This business was chosen by the buyer and not us…read more The staff did not seem knowledgeable about this process. Poor communication. The legal assistant calculated the proceeds wrong, luckily this was caught before the final sale. She seemed to have made up how it was divided instead of doing what the legal process should be between surviving heirs. Final paperwork was incorrect when mailed and had the wrong sale price and the wrong proceed amount on the 1099 tax form. One heirs final paperwork was sent to the wrong address. I would NOT recommend this company and if I could give them 0 stars I would.

Poor customer service. Paid a fee to support estate transaction only to ghosted by attorney. Lack…read moreof communication and non existent professionalism.

I am a travel physician and was driving from NYC to Atlanta instead of flying because of the…read moreCOVID-19 pandemic and sincerely didn't see the speed limit and didn't know I was going 77/55 zone (22 mph over) past midnight. I received a reckless driving - class 1 misdemeanor which is a serious criminal offense with potential penalties of 6 DMV points, a fine of $2,400, a jail sentence of 12 months, and a license suspension of up to 6 months. I was worried because I also had my very first speeding violation 2 years ago at another state while on a travel assignment. I am glad I found Mr. Leavitt who is professional and understands where I was coming from. Mr. Leavitt got Judge Bain (Brunswick General District Court) agreed to reduce my reckless driving 77/55 misdemeanor charge to a simple speeding violation (not reckless, not a misdemeanor). Please do not speed everyone. Life is too precious. But if you need a traffic violation lawyer, I do recommend Mr. Leavitt. Mr. Leavitt and Judge Bain; thank you.

If you get a speeding ticket in Emporia, you will find no one better to represent you than Daniel…read moreLeavitt. He quickly and professionally assessed my case (85 in a 70) and my driving record and gave me an honest appraisal. During our phone conversation, he made clear his expectations and his plan in court. I had great confidence in him and I never had to set foot in the court room. He called me right after the case and gave me the great news that he had been even more successful than expected. If you have a speeding or reckless driving ticket, call Daniel Leavitt, you will not be disappointed.

I would not recco Mr Goff. I found him dismissive, unresponsive, aggressive and unprepared. Just a…read morefew points: I believe his office did not tell me to go to a court appearance; I picked up a box of docs from his office and typed on his co label said "Box of Sh*t" (literally), and I ended up losing all child support and paying thousands in court fees and a ton to him. I found it very stressful working with him.

I used Jimmy Goff and had the worst experience. He was extremely rude and would threaten me…read moreconstantly. I had a deposition and the guy literally tried to tell me to watch my tone of voice when the other lawyer was asking me questions? I literally said Lubbock TX but apparently he didnt like how I said it? Who's side are you on? It really seemed like he was working with the other side and not representing me. I would stay far away from this law firm and Jimmy Goff.