Should I get another lawyer?

[Anonymous]

I'd make another appointment with another lawyer ASAP. Send her an email letting her know that you like her, would like to use her but need to get started. If you hear stat, and you feel better, ok, otherwise you already have a plan.

I agree with PPs who say that if this is how she treats you before you even sign, that is bad. But you might want to double check in case there was some kind of miscommunication if you really like her.

[Anonymous]

OP: Thanks.

Do you guys have any recommendation for a divorce attorney in Virginia? Our case is uncontested and all issues are resolved.

[Anonymous]

John Snider (for complicated cases like mine was) or his partner, can't remember his name, maybe Fitzner, he would be good for your case since it is not contested. 703-273-1131, their office is right next to the Fairfax court so there will be no travel charges.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:OP: Thanks 13:48. That's what I am afraid of. I have a feeling this will be an ongoing frustration with her.

13:53, she had some questions about my situation and said she would get back to me after I answered them. I did. She hasn't called back so I am still waiting. So frustrating.

I would find someone else. If this so the way she treats you before even getting your retainer, that is not a good sign

Completely agree and I'm a lawyer. This is not a good sign, especially since you are in the "courting phase" and she should be trying to bring you in just so she can show partners the retainer money. Check out her rep online. Yelp sometimes has lawyer reviews.

[Anonymous]

Also a lawyer here, who hired a lawyer for my own divorce. Mine was not responsive and it was beyond frustrating. She came highly recommended and, to be fair and honest, did everything needed and I have an airtight agreement. I have no issues with her work or the quality. However, the experience was extremely traumatic. She was condescending, made me feel like a nag (I assure you, I was the complete opposite, very aware of her attitude from early on). I considered switching mid-stream, but had already sunk so much money into the case and knew she was well-respected results-wise. If I had it to do again, I would find someone that I at least minimally meshed with. I still get upset thinking about it, years later. I don't want to bash her on a public board. I also paid about $1000 for the initial meeting. Mine was uncontested too.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:OP: I am ready to hire her and pay her. That's the frustrating part. I asked what's the next step and never got an answer.

It's never a good sign if you have to pressure someone to take your money.

[Anonymous]

OP: Thanks everyone. I contacted another lawyer and he called me right away. It's night and day!

08:17, condescending describes her perfectly. Maybe we have the same lawyer. I got 2 replies from her in a week and each time she told me I did something wrong. She never offered to help, just said "I will tell you more once you answered this.". It's like freaking riddle and I must provide the right answer to win her service. LOL!