Evergreen Family Law Group PLLC - Everett (WA)

5 /5 Brett Michaelson: I had an exceptional experience working with Dustin. From our initial consultation, I felt reassured by his professionalism and expertise. He and his paralegal took the time to thoroughly understand my case and provided clear guidance every step of the way. Their attention to detail and commitment to achieving the desired outcome made a significant difference. I highly recommend Evergreen Family Law Group for anyone in need of legal assistance!

5 /5 Megan Redlinger: I literally can’t say enough nice things about Dustin and this firm! I found his office as I was going through a bad divorce, and he was an absolute lifesaver in a very bad situation. Gave the best down-to-earth advice, was always prompt with his replies and work, and always made time for my case, even when it was last minute and not scheduled on my end. I was a wreck throughout the whole divorce process, but Dustins professionalism, expert advice, and easy to follow instructions kept me on track. It may sound silly, but he even remembered my dogs name (a year into the proceedings when she wasnt named in the court documents), which just shows his compassion for my situation and his dedication to my case. His fees are also very reasonable, and he even worked with me on paying my final bill because he wanted me to have the best financial shot at qualifying to assume my mortgage post-divorce. His office manager, Gabriela, was also always on top of things, processed everything extremely quickly, and was always friendly and knowledgeable. I’ve delt with a lot of lawyers in the past, and Dustin is by far the best. Hopefully, I’ll never be in need of his services again, but if I am, he will be my very first call. I cant thank him enough!

5 /5 Michael Marshall: Dustin was amazing. I had a lawyer from Bellingham that just didnt give me any confidence in my case. A friend told me to go to Dustin, and Im glad I listened. Dustin was up front with me, and made me feel confident about everything. He was a great choice.

5 /5 Lori Elving: When I called the office after an online inquiry and Gabriela answered my call, I knew I was in good hands. She knew about my case before I even explained the situation. I count myself lucky to have found Evergreen Family Law Group. I met with Dustin and was immediately set at ease. He clearly had done his research. He had action steps for me. I was able to create a list of what I needed to do, when before I was lost in how to deal with my upcoming custody case. He set realistic expectations for me, but also was able to achieve my desired outcome! Dustin was supportive throughout the whole process and kept me informed each step of the way, which was a relief to me as I didn’t know what the court process for a Parenting Plan modification would be. If anything comes up in the future with this matter, I will go to Dustin right away. His fees were reasonable. It was worth every penny for his counsel.

1 /5 Elena Reiss: Hiring Jody Studdard was a regrettable decision. Initially, I believed my divorce would be straightforward, and I didnt conduct sufficient research before selecting a lawyer. I only anticipated needing assistance with paperwork. In the beginning, Jody prepared the necessary divorce documents effectively, and communication between him, my ex-husband, and me was clear. However, when my ex-husband sought to contest the prenup and make financial claims, the situation quickly deteriorated. Jody’s services became increasingly disappointing. For example, his paralegal forwarded me an email from my ex’s new lawyer suggesting that the prenup might be invalidated, and using terms like "alimony" that were concerning and there was no plan for how this should be handled. In January, I was in Ohio for the entire month, managing the relocation of my father with dementia into assisted living. During this time, I received interrogatories but did not receive adequate legal guidance from Jody. His paralegal, Gabriella, emphasized the need to gather financial documents within 30 days, but when I explained my circumstances, I received no clear advice on how to proceed. Instead, Jody’s only response was an email asking if I wanted him to send interrogatories in return. Given my situation, I was uncertain what steps to take. My new lawyer immediately addressed the interrogatories, filing objections and requesting an extension due to my caregiving responsibilities. She provided clear legal guidance on my options and outlined possible scenarios. In contrast, Jody did not offer any such support. Furthermore, his fees, which exceeded $3,000 for the preparation and filing of basic divorce paperwork, seemed excessive, especially given the lack of legal counsel provided throughout the process. The entire experience was extremely stressful, as I was already facing financial stress from my ex-husband. It was disheartening to feel that my lawyer was contributing to this stress by failing to provide proper legal counsel and charging for inadequate service. When Jody’s office called to request payment, I sought advice from my new lawyer, who is reviewing the bills. Ultimately, I feel that lawyers should provide not just documents, but also clear guidance on what to do when issues arise. Serious cases like divorce, which have long-term financial and personal implications, require an attorney who can effectively represent their clients and ensure they are supported throughout the process. Unfortunately, this was not the case with Jody Studdard. It was very difficult and time consuming to get a new lawyer. Be careful who you pick.