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Kaplan Law Firm

(25 reviews)

Westlake Hills

I worked with The Kaplan Group for more than six months while navigating a challenging employment…read moresituation, and I consistently felt well represented throughout the process. My initial intake was with Austin Kaplan, who was exceptionally knowledgeable about the law but, just as importantly, provided clear, real-world insight into what I should realistically expect. He was direct, fair, and accurate in managing expectations, which helped me make informed decisions without feeling misled or overpromised at any point. Andrew Eckhaus and Madeline were both excellent to work with. They were responsive, thoughtful, and thorough, and I always felt that my questions and concerns were taken seriously. Their guidance was practical, well reasoned, and grounded in a strong understanding of the law. I also appreciated how easy it was to schedule meetings using their online system--it was efficient and respectful of my time. The firm's compensation structure felt transparent and fair, and I never felt pressured or price-gouged. Overall, I felt treated fairly and professionally from start to finish. The Kaplan Group demonstrated strong legal expertise, sound judgment, and a clear focus on serving their clients' best interests. I would recommend them to anyone looking for experienced and principled legal representation.

Thank you very much your help, Austin Kaplan. Through the hard and relentless work from you and…read moreyour team, we were able to come to a very favorable resolution with the opposing counsel and party. I highly recommend Austin Kaplan and his team. Unfortunately prior to engaging Austin Kaplan, I had hired a previous attorney from a separate firm. The other attorney was unreliable, did not return messages weeks at a time, was unethical, and was not helpful. The other attorney disappeared after I paid him a big retainer. However when I hired Austin Kaplan, he was a godsend compared to the previous attorney. He took over the case and got us on track immediately with the case. Austin is smart, prompt, very wise, extremely nice, gives good reasonable counsel, and he bills very ethically (unlike my previous lawyer). Thank you again for all your help, Austin. I consider him a great attorney and a friend now. It makes all the difference in the world which attorney and firm that you pick. Go with Austin Kaplan and his team. I will recommend him to all my friends and family. I would use him again in a heartbeat. He is worth every penny and more.

The Melton Law Firm - Austin, TX

The Melton Law Firm

(8 reviews)

I am writing to formally express my deep dissatisfaction with the representation I received from…read moreMichael Balcezak at the Melton Law Firm. While I have the utmost respect for John Melton--whom I consider to be an excellent attorney--he turned over my case to Mr. Balcezak, whose handling of it I found to be negligent, unprofessional, and consistently lacking in diligence. From the outset, there were ongoing issues with communication, preparation, and follow-through. A particularly troubling example occurred on April 11, 2025, when I inquired whether the arbitrator's decision had been received. I was then sent a copy dated March 17, 2025--nearly a month earlier--with a note stating, "Attached is the Arbitrator's decision (my apologies, I thought Michael or John had already sent)." This was the first time I had seen the decision, and I only received it because I asked. This delay in communication regarding a critical document is unacceptable. This situation is just one of many. Other serious concerns include: Exhibit Preparation: Many of the exhibits Mr. Balcezak prepared were irrelevant or unused. Important records that should have been included--such as one meant to directly challenge a key testimony--were omitted. Closing Brief Miscommunication: I was told the information was included in a "closing statement." However, I later learned that arbitration only allows for a closing brief, not a spoken statement. I had asked repeatedly to review the closing brief before submission. Despite consistent follow-ups, I was not given the opportunity. Additionally, Mr. Balcezak agreed--without consulting me--to grant the opposing side nearly 60 days for submission. I was not informed of this extension until after the fact. Failure to Provide Critical Documentation: I only received a copy of the closing brief ten days after it was due--and even then, only after persistent follow-up. If I had not continually requested it, I believe I would never have received it at all. Inadequate Witness Examination: Mr. Balcezak handled most of the witness questioning, but repeatedly failed to ask the specific questions we had discussed--questions that were crucial to establishing facts in the case. Overall, I felt that I was not only inadequately represented, but also actively excluded from meaningful participation in my own case. Mr. Balcezak's handling of the matter caused me unnecessary stress, confusion, and, in my view, compromised the integrity of my case. On the night of December 6th, 2024, I provided an internal review as I felt that John wasn't aware of the situation, however, problems only worsen afterwards. I had no intention of posting outside the office. However, when things worsen, I felt I had no choice but to warn potential clients so they would not endure what I had to go through.

John Melton is a crook. I paid him $3500 to file a discrimination lawsuit against a former…read moreemployer. I wrote everything up for the EEOC complaint and he just put in on his stationary. He missed the deadline to file federal suit. Promised to file and never did. Essentially ghosted me. He kept my $3500 and did nothing for it.

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