Its hard to put into words how unprofessional Terri was…read more She constantly interrupted even when when it was just me and my attorney talking. I pointed out that I was talking when she cut us off and would like to finish what I was saying. She stood up and started yelling saying "I'm the mediator!" My attorneys firm and myself were appalled by her behavior. Terri was constantly making issues on things that both parties had agreed on and complicating items unnecessarily. She called multiple appraisals on my truck ridiculous and made up a valuation based on no factual data. She behaved like a short tempered entitled judge that isn't capable of listening. we made significant progress when she was distanced from the conversation.

Terri White served as mediator for my family law case not once, but twice. She is highly…read moreexperienced, reasonable and to the point. She assess the circumstances and details of the case, listens attentively to both parties, and navigates the back and forth with a clear concise vision that aims to satisfy both parties. Overall, I'd recommend Terri White as a fair, thorough, and understanding mediator. PRO TIP: Understand ahead of time that compromises will most likely be made by both parties. Be realistic in your expectations. Have your key points prepared in advance. Have documentation on hand. Understand mediators and judges find zero value in hearsay. Facts speak volume. Do right by your kids. Put them first at all costs and think of their future. Exiting the family law system and not returning is the end goal.

If you're reading this, you're at a challenging crossroads in your life; the last thing you need is…read moreconflict and contentiousness to make a laborious process more difficult. Stacey Langenbahn and Detente Mediation combines her wealth of legal expertise in divorce mediation with a sincere compassion for the clients with whom she works. She expertly guides and clearly explains a very complex process while also carefully accommodating the emotions and feelings involved. She is a calming presence and her humility promotes the collaboration needed to find a successful and fair and peaceful resolution. She is efficient, very responsive and professional. Most importantly (to me, at least): she approached our situation with a true respect for our decisions and helped us move with dignity through the process. Thank you, Stacey, for being with us every step of the way.

If you want someone who works her God-gift and has an undeniable passion for her work, please do…read morenot hesitate and choose Stacey and her services at Detente Mediation Services! In our initial meeting, Stacey shared her personal testimony for choosing to help couples going through the confusing and agonizing process of separation/divorce. Her candor was compelling and I felt she would be the right person to serve and efficiently guide my husband and I. Stacey's unbiased guidance, care and professionalism is unique. Thanks to her encouragement and ability to mediate effectively, my husband and I have decided to reconcile our marriage and work on our commitment to one another. Thank you for your graciousness! I am eternally grateful.

Our family agreed to go to mediation at this firm against a bank in Ft Worth. I feel like it was a…read moretotal waste of money. The bank wanted to go to this particular mediator and I know why now. I felt like it was one sided from the very beginning

From the owner: Attorney, Lawyer and Mediator in Fort Worth. General civil business, litigation, and mediation…read morepractice, including commercial transactions, collection, construction, estates, financial entities, guardianships, probate and wills.

We worked with Jon on a custody case. Jon was open about the potential cost of this endeavor. When…read moresituations arose that we had decisions to make (i.e. court reporter), he helped us weigh the cost benefit and never pressured us one way or another. Jon was professional, kind, easy to reach and communicate with; and always willing to answer any questions or explain things further. Highly recommend Jon and his team - our experience was very positive; they truly care.

I used Jon in a recent divorce from my husband of 45 years. The reason I chose Jon was because he…read moredid a fantastic job for my son in a child custody case. I too was pleased with my results. Jon was able to negotiate with better results than I had initially asked for. Yes it did cost more than I originally anticipated but that was mostly due to the fact that my ex argued about everything and we had to finally go thru a mediator which added even more to my expenses. I would highly recommend Jon, he was always there when I had a question and even told me how I could keep my legal costs down. Divorce is never pretty and the more people involved in the communicating the more miscommunication there is....it's never going to feel comfortable, there's no way.

Personable, approachable, passionate, experienced and skilled in her craft. Dvorah Ben-Moshe stands…read moreout in a crowd of Attorneys. As business professionals we all have crash and burn stories that highlight how inexpensive it is to PLAN for the future. The cost of her legal services and advise PALE in comparison the cost of dying without a will or having to deal with the wishes of the parents that counteract the wishes of the deceased. Living wills, probate and legal family matters (including elderly parents) with married couples and those with partners are what she specializes in. Please call Dvorah and let her help you with peace of mind that's PRICELESS.

My wife and I could not be happier with Dvorah's expertise and level of service. When our family…read morestarted growing we knew it was finally time to do what we should have done long ago, create a Will, POA, medical directive, etc. Dvorah made what could have been a stressful situation very easy and even enjoyable because we knew we were doing the right thing and were no longer procrastinating. Dvorah took the time to answer all of our questions until we were comfortable with what each document. We feel so much better having marked this incredibly important task off our to-do list.

This law firm is an outstanding company to use if need be, they get the job done and deliver great…read moreresults. I want to recognize the attorney who handled my case Lee Connor, she didn't mind my million questions since this was my first divorce. Another positive individual was Mrs. Hartwigsen, she has been more than patient with me and I just want to thank her for working with me during this difficult time. So I definitely would recommend anyone at this law firm to have your back if need be to handle your case.

I rarely leave negative reviews, but I feel obligated to share my experience so that others can…read moremake an informed decision. I hired this firm to represent me in my divorce matter and, unfortunately, my experience was extremely disappointing. To date, I have paid this firm over $30,000 in legal fees, yet I cannot recall a single point during my case when I felt satisfied with the service I received. The experience was frustrating from start to till date . My biggest concern was billing transparency. After receiving a significant invoice following mediation, I conducted a detailed review of all invoices issued throughout my case. Prior to that review, I trusted that I was being billed only for work that was actually performed and accurately described. However, after carefully reviewing the invoices, I found multiple entries that appeared repetitive, described similar work using different billing descriptions, referenced work product that I could not locate, or raised questions about whether the work had actually been completed. I was also concerned by charges that appeared unrelated to advancing my case. For example, I was billed for matters involving meeting rescheduling and attorney changes within the firm. In my view, internal staffing decisions, scheduling changes, and administrative matters are firm-management issues and should not result in additional costs to the client. Throughout my representation, I observed multiple charges that appeared administrative in nature rather than substantive legal work. Another frustration was the lack of visibility into work that was supposedly completed. Billing entries referenced account updates, reviews, audits, and other activities, yet I was unable to identify corresponding updates or work product in my client portal. When I requested clarification, I often received additional emails that generated further billable charges instead of clear answers to my questions. Communication was another challenge. I requested in-person meetings to discuss my concerns, but much of the communication occurred through email, resulting in additional charges while many of my questions remained unresolved. As a client, I felt that my concerns about billing, transparency, and case management were not adequately addressed. we hire them so we can get the best result, yet they disappoint you all the time. I understand that legal matters are expensive and that attorneys deserve to be compensated for their time and expertise. However, clients should be able to clearly understand what work was performed, why it was necessary, and how charges were calculated. In my case, I did not feel that level of transparency was provided. Based on my experience, I strongly encourage prospective clients to carefully review every invoice, request detailed explanations of billing entries, and closely monitor costs throughout their representation. Do not hire this firm they are really Snake

I hired this attorney to represent me during probate. They told me to provide a $5,000.00 trust…read more I did such and they told me that I must maintain these funds, but at the end, they trust funds would be returned to me. I had three invoices that I replenished the same day. Deposit trust 10/13/2023 $5,000.00 Invoice number 1 $1,697.86 dated September 5, 2024, paid September 5, 2024. Invoice number 2 $4,182.47 dated December 16, 2024, paid December 16, 2024. Invoice number 3 $719.00 dated February 7, 2025, paid February 7, 2025. The case was closed. Multiple requests have been sent to have my trust returned to me, and in their portal they archived my two requests to receive these funds. I sent a new request today and it will be my last. I have everything printed out and my next move will be a bar complaint. This is unprofessional to the field of law. I will again allow them time to make things right and then I will hire an attorney to file civil action.

My husband died in February of 2021 and it is nearly the end of August of 2025 with the uncontested…read moresmall estate still open and things like the deed on the house not filed, even though their website says it was. We are about to lose the house, thanks to the inexplicable delays and the inability to file for exemptions we are entitled to have and loss of value to our home since we have been unable to sell it without him doing his job. We now face LOSING OUR HOME AND MY SON AND I ARE BOTH DISABLED AND MR. LEONARD IS AWARE OF THAT FACT.