Law Office of Shorstein & Lee - St. Augustine (FL)

Cathy Sterling J. Akin Law If you are seeking a knowledgeable, experienced, and compassionate attorney to assist you with estate planning and navigating elder law , look no further than J. Akin Law! Jennifer Akin not only takes the pain and confusion out of estate planning, but she and her team are the most compassionate and “real” people you will ever meet! Jennifer explains everything in very understandable and easy to digest terms. She has created a wonderful system and blueprint to guide each of her clients in designing their estate and the execution of it. We are beyond pleased with our experience working with Jennifer and have a new piece of mind knowing we have made decisions to guide us and our family through our future years. Alan & Cathy Sterling

pam garcia Big Disappointment. We were hoping to be reimbursed for costs for a new survey to correct survey monuments moved into our property by our neighbors, a wrongful arrest based on false allegations by our neighbors (which attorney did get dismissed), harassment, and additional outrageous false allegations by these un-neighborly neighbors, as well as for our crazy story to be told to a judge... We would have done better going to small claims court with no attorney. Attorney did not have a final meeting with us before our trial to review exactly what evidence and arguments he would present. Insufficient evidence was intoduced. Attorney claimed that evidence must be limited due to the time it takes to introduce each piece. You cant prove something without adequate evidence. Even in court, when I tried to say more, attorney stopped me. Attorney allowed the numerous false statements (perjury) by defendants during trial, without giving us chance to challenge their lies. After trial, attorney submitted a written "memo of facts and law" aka final arguments, without providing me time to review. 56% of the statements in this memo were patently false, had mixed-up dates, missing information, and overall argued nothing of substance. It made us sound like idiots. Despite my request for a court reporter, one was not provided... So what is claimed to have been said in court is based on "notes". We were not provided a copy of the Order in time to request a new trial based on all of the defendants provably false statements (and our inadequate representation). Our only recourse was a rehearing request, in which only the evidence presented at the first trial can be used, unless brand new evidence is unearthed. Although some of the evidence that was misconstrued by the court was plainly contradicted in the second set of survey drawings, it was moot because our attorney dismissed the trespass count because the defendants agreed the second survey corrected the moved markers. Rehearing was denied. I cannot blame the judge; he has to follow the rules. Its ok. This experience was an eye-opener for me on how our justice system works and how far off from the truth a final outcome of a trial can be. We just wanted the truth to come out in court. Our justice system needs a better method of taking in all relevant evidence before trial and evalating truthfulness of witness statements. Punishing those who lie to police and courts, should be a requirement in our justice system. Unfortunately our system of justice puts highest priorities on rules, precedents, and bureaucratic procedures and rarely, if ever, punishes those who lie. False testimony and lying to police is one of the major contributing factors to wrongful convictions. The fact that 2.5% of those on death row since the 70s have been exonerated (found factually innocent) is not a good rate of finding truth. I give 2 stars since our arrest was dismissed, although maybe that could have happened sooner if the warrant was challenged, as every accusation in it was rediculously false, even fabricated, and exculpatory evidence was not presented to judge.

Ahmed ibrahim Rachel is nothing short of amazing. From the moment we reached out, she was professional, understanding, and genuinely cared about my dad’s situation. She walked us through every step of the process, kept us informed, and always made sure we understood what was going on. Her dedication and attention to detail are unmatched — she worked hard to ensure my dad’s misdemeanor case was dismissed, and thanks to her expertise, we got the best possible outcome. She didn’t just treat us like clients; she treated us like family. If you’re looking for an attorney who is skilled, compassionate, and truly fights for you, Rachel is the one you want on your side. We’ll always be grateful for what she’s done for our family. Thank you Rachel!!

michael wishon Allen Elkins Is the best guy in the game.

Riley Willis I was impressed with Alex’s confidence and knowledge when I first met him. So I believed he was the best guy for the job. He always texted and called me to keep me updated on the progress. At the end, I was very impressed and relieved by Alex’s excellent work. Alex is definitely one of the best attorneys in the Florida area. Thank you Alex!

Mark Steinberg At probably the lowest point in my life, I found myself in the Law Offices of Richard Ansara. Richard personally handled my case. All throughout the process he kept me informed and educated. The result was Case Dismissed, as good as it gets. He works hard for you and has a tremendous track record including me! I recommend Richard and his team to anyone looking for an attorney in his specialty.

K Lashar Mr Wrenn is an awesome attorney, he got my fiancé charge dropped down to a lesser charge! This has been a long journey, but if you want a good lawyer on your side in criminal defense he is the man to go to!

Elvia Hill Going through a long and arduous divorce process was not easy but having Marcie as my attorney made a world of a difference. I was fortunate enough to have an exceptional lawyer who not only guided me through the complexities of the legal system but also provided unwavering support during a challenging time. Marcie and her team are dedicated professionals. They are extremely competent and caring. I can’t recommend them highly enough.

Jackie Ramputi I cannot express enough gratitude for the exceptional service I received from Mr. Terry Shoemaker during my recent DUI case. From our very first meeting, it was clear that I was in capable hands. He took the time to explain every aspect of the legal process, ensuring I felt informed and supported throughout. What impressed me most was his deep understanding of DUI laws and the local court system. Mr. Shoemaker crafted a solid defense strategy tailored to my unique situation, demonstrating his commitment to achieving the best outcome possible. He was always available to answer my questions, and I never felt like just another case number. Thanks to his hard work and dedication, I received a favorable outcome that I didnt think was possible. I highly recommend Terry Shoemaker to anyone facing a DUI charge. He truly goes above and beyond for his clients, and I am incredibly thankful for his support during this challenging time.

Lin Mr. GORMAN is truly a.man at work and cares about the cases he is assigned to. He did a fantastic job with the outcome of an old case and had it resolved in less than a month... he got me an emergency release that day I had my case management with a favorable/ the best option that I could get with very good terms. He communicates well and asks the right questions. Hes the best and Id recommend him to anyone who doesnt have an Easy case or is stuck In jail. I believe in Mr. GORMAN and his team. I cant forget his secretary, shes a gem. She is always helpful and goes above and beyond. What a great office of professionals. A+