1 /5 Isabel Semones: I paid this attorney a $1,544.25 deposit after he personally assured me—twice over the phone—that I could take my time before moving forward and that he would honor the deposit when I was ready. I trusted him. But once he had my money, he disappeared. No follow-up, no communication, no work done—nothing. Now he acts like that agreement never existed. I want to be clear: I no longer want him to do the work—he’s shown his true colors, and I wouldn’t feel safe or supported working with him now. This isn’t just unethical—it’s theft. If I do not receive a refund, I will be filing a formal complaint with the Florida Bar. I deserve my money back, and I intend to pursue it.
UPDATE:
Mr. Hendry has now responded publicly, claiming my email account might be compromised. This is false. I’ve used the same email address from the very beginning — to pay the $1,544.25 retainer, to pause the case, and to request a refund. I even provided him a copy of the original payment receipt with my name and email clearly shown. (Attached)
Let’s be clear:
• No legal documents were ever filed.
• He did not respond to my November and December 2024 emails.
• He told me by phone on July 22, 2025 that I would receive a letter “by the end of the week.” That letter didn’t come until a month later, after I posted this review and requested a refund.
• When I declined an in-person meeting and asked for a certified check instead, he shifted to questioning whether I was really the client.
This latest response is a deflection — not accountability. I remain open to resolving this: a full refund, by mail, as requested. That’s all I’ve asked for.
