McAlister Family Law

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  J G

  20-05-2023
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  Yusuf Chaudhri

  27-12-2022
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  Stephen Jones

  I used Mcallister Family Law for financial seperation. They know what they're doing and they get the job done but if you want the best value for money, I highly advise you shop around and go elsewhere. They quoted me double in the beginning what any other law firm quoted and then still managed to almost double that figure again by the end. I had Anna for my representation - roughly 12 months qualified when handling my case. I can't speak for whether this is solely Anna's work ethic or the general work ethic of Mcallister Family Law but here are several of my issues: *Over the course of the case I had to consistently point out grammar/spelling errors in the letters she would be forwarding to the opposing solicitor, every single letter had several issues. I stopped pointing them out in the end as I was being billed per email and some of the monthly bills coming in were phenominal when taking into consideration the work actually being achieved. *I was billed in the region of £1800 one month which was pretty much the cost of putting together my first counter offer. *Anna would suggest phonecalls as often as she could, which aren't cheap and when looking back in hindsight, were unnecessary. *Anna would ask me to send information over which she would decide not to use at any point in the future. *I asked Anna questions on several occaissions which she did not respond to. *Comparing my phone bill to that of the solicitors bill, I also noticed I was being billed on phone calls for durations that exceeded the actual call length by 6 minutes on some, which believe me adds up over a few phone calls. In a nutshell, if you need representation for financial seperation, Mcallister Family Law will get the job done no two ways about it. They will cost you though, very easily triple the going rate for a financial seperation. For anybody who finds themselves in the position I found myself in when hit with the daunting letter of an opposing solicitor regarding divorce etc. DO NOT panic, take your time, shop around and find the best deal to get the right representation for you, there are law firms out there that will find the balance between service and profit rather than capitalise on the vulnerability of others.

  27-05-2022
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  Sarah Williams

  I would not recommend anyone using this company, poor service and not professional.

  27-05-2022
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  Chris Boyes

  Critical: Professionalism, Quality, Value

  27-05-2022
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  Stephen Ellison

  The original solicitor handling my case left McAlister Law near the ending of my case and Melissa Jones took control of my case. I was unsure whether to proceed with McAlister because I did not know Melissa. I should not have worried. Melissa’s handling of the case was perfect. I found her to be professional, approachable, and very focused. Melissa’s advice was informative, and she guided the closing of the case perfectly during the final two hearings – I could not have asked for anything more from her. I went from not seeing my children for 20 months to a Live With / Live With order – that would not have happened without Melissa. I cannot speak for other solicitors at McAlister Law, but I would strongly recommend Melissa. Thank you, Melissa, for all you did.

  27-05-2021
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  Karl BHX

  MONEY MONEY MONEY!.... INITIAL CONTACT AFTER LOOKING ONLINE? Terrible telephone manner, tone and '100 question' inquisition aimed at seeing if I had money by a 'work from home' evidently unqualified and none too friendly, cold, miserable sounding old(ish) woman who nodoubt gets paid a few quid to man the telephone line with the goal of identifying and separating those potential money customers from those that are not.... STILL, nice glossy 'bait' ('hook') website giving impression of a caring and attentive human firm.... DO FIRST IMPRESSIONS COUNT ANYMORE?... Having had the experience I had after wanting just a little informal advice that was likely to only require very few mins to give, my inner compass (gut feeling) told me that I should go elsewhere.... With the exception of the wealthy, I'd suggest folk, especially those of simple means and/or vulnerable etc and only wanting/needing a little compassionate over the phone advice (at most low cost) to tread very very carefully... In any event, have your name, serial number, job description, financial situation, bank account etc etc etc at the ready... Yes, even if you are only wanting to ask a very simple question...to see if you need to proceed with legal representation. Be well

  27-05-2021
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  Richard Beardmore

  I initially instructed Paul Reay in order to gain more contact with my son. This was now a number of years ago and therefore in that time I have got to know Paul extremely well. As well as being a specialist in children law, Paul is someone who I easily connected with on a human level. Paul has extremely good knowledge and a deep understanding of the law, including Parental Alienation, which was crucial for my case. Prior to instructing Paul, my relationship with my son was hanging in the balance, yet having secured a significant increase in time with my son, things have all changed. On behalf of myself and my son, I want to thank Paul for everything that he has done for us.’

  27-05-2021
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  Karen dickson

  I was represented by Nicola McDaid in a very sensitive family matter. I can not recommend her enough. Nicola was excellent throughout the case and represented me well ensuring my views and opinions were heard every step of the way. Excellent service.

  27-05-2021
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  Simon Glass

  27-05-2021