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6/24/22 |
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Diana was very kind, empathetic, knowledgable and settled a very difficult file for me. She is THE divorce lawyer in Calgary. If you want your file done well and right the first time give her a call.
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2/20/22 |
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I do not know how she sleeps at night. She has been lying and cheating and drags things out unnecessarily. She is keeping my kids from me when there is no concern and has not given any reason. Run as fast as you can. She is only trying to pad her pockets.
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10/14/21 |
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She sucks, gouges and ignores detail. My prior rating no longer shows. Run from her and firm!!!
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2/5/21 |
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Diana has brought clarity and resolution to a high conflict divorce for me. To date she, and her team, have resolved my financial separation with excellent attention to detail and she is still working (engaged and tenacious) in completing the file for my, and my little one's, best interests. My only regret is that she wasn't the first lawyer I found to help me through this divorce!
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7/27/20 |
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In my opinion Crooked Billing - gouge's clients, any portion of 6 minutes charges in excess of $47.50, pretends to know how to negotiate and then gives up issues without consent or direction, like she knows it all - always uses its the law but can't negotiate in my opinion terrible, hugely expensive with poor results. If you don't like her conduct or choices, she threatens to leave after thousands billed. Blames others for her ineptness - don't dare complain stresses her out.
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5/21/20 |
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Diana and her team have been fabulous! I never realized that it was possible to feel this supported and cared for during a time with so many uncertainties. She is smart, attentive and to the point, but with a side of compassion. I am even more impressed given I am receiving this level of service during this pandemic, and she is working from home with her children there. I would refer her to anyone looking for legal representation that is worth every penny spent.
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1/28/20 |
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I have the same TERRIBLE experience with Dianna and this firm and each one she has been at. Used her in the past as well as another lawyer at this firm with the same experience. They are only interested in extracting dollars from your pocket and keeping the fight going. She didnt have time to understand the situation or intelligence to know when to recommend another avenue. In the end we went to a JDR to resolve matters. She takes advantage of younger inexperienced lawyers and charges for everything.
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2/4/19 |
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Extremely happy with the work done by Diana Richmond. She was on top of everything and able to clarify anything that was steeped in legalise. She was very helpful and realistic during mediation to assist in my decisions. She made sure I was informed on all aspects and went the extra mile when the other lawyer was out of her depth. Would definitely recommend her.
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4/13/18 |
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I found Diana Richmond to be very knowledgeable and would trust her explicitly. I recommend her to anyone I care about that is going through a divorce or family law/custody matter. It is obvious that she cares about a fair and healthy outcome taking her client's needs and the needs of any involved children into consideration. If you want it done timely and accurately, I would recommend Diana!
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2/8/18 |
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Please stay away from this firm. They are only concerned about money and honesty don't care whether you win or lose. They will bill you for EVERYTHING, every email, phone call, etc. I was billed for emails to set up appointment times, and phone conversations while she was in her car driving to/from work. After 5 years of legal advice from Diana Richmond, she gave me the impression that she was aggressive and would fight for my case (child custody). We went to Arbitration instead of court. Early on in the process she told me she was too busy with other case files that were more important and assigned a less-experienced lawyer to my file. I lost my case (after giving her firm almost $100,000 over the course of 5 years). Numerous times she threatened to "close the file" if I didn't pay her immediately. Terrible experience.
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10/12/17 |
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Very expensive with little value. Missed a day of discovery cause she forgot about it. Eventually quit the case as she could not deal with my the lawyer of my ex. Would look elsewhere.
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12/2/16 |
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Diana was the best lawyer I've had. She told me the truth even when it was hard to hear it. She's good with numbers. Truly cares about her clients.
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4/12/16 |
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I would recommend finding another lawyer. High costs, no attention to detail, no accounting skills and little understanding of the current law.
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2/8/16 |
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In the beginning Diana Richmond specifically told me to "Trust the Process" & that "We'll get through this together". After paying RCM (formerly RCIM) well over $25,000.00 (for representation of a divorce that I never legally initiated), I wanted at the minimum partial custody of my teenage daughter (whom I Love with every ounce of my being), I wanted to ensure that the visitation was fair (for both parents) & I wanted to make sure that this "game (referred to as family law), wasn't going to drag on & on. Where everything sits now...... I lost full rights to my daughter, I have a legal separation agreement (stamped & signed by a judge) that stipulates my visitation rights & obligations that my daughter's Mother needs to adhere to (legally). As of 2012 I have NOT had my daughter once based on these legal parameters, informing Diana Richmond & RCM of this (& the Parental Alienation I am experiencing), RCM did nothing. Ms Richmond didn't care about me & just took my money. RCM was useless
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11/23/13 |
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Diana was very helpful at explaining the process and listening. I would recomend Diana to anyone who needs this type of service.
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11/22/13 |
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10/9/13 |
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I found she is horrible with numbers and when you meet her she appears to be aggressive and motivated. But good luck, if you are not willing to spend a lot of $$$ you are in trouble. She took a lot but did bare minimum.
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6/6/13 |
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Yes, expensive, but all great lawyers are. She fought for me, found hidden assets and was worth every penny in my book. When I brought up a problem with a junior colleague as well as a billing issue, both were addressed and rectified immediately. I trust her legal skill implicitly.
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11/29/12 |
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Diana was a very knowledgeable and competent lawyer. Some say she over charges but I disagree. She will tell exactly what she charges and how she charges right from the start. It is our job as the people that hire a lawyer to know these things at the start. Family law is very emotional and its understandable that people will get upset if they don't get the outcome THEY expect. Diana is straight forward and honest; for some people that is not what they want so she will not (like everyone else on the planet) please everyone all the time. If you want someone in your corner and you don't mind being told when you should step back and let something go then Diana is you woman. Yes she will charge you for everything but in the end it was well worth the money I had to spend. I have recommended at least 6 people to her firm and will continue to do so in the future.
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11/26/12 |
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Excellent Service. Guidance, advise and to the point. Prompt response, and makes herself available. I Would recommend Mrs. Richmond anytime.
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11/21/12 |
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In the case of family lawyers, you usually get what you pay for. Diana came highly recommended and for good reason. She is an expert in her field and helped me work through the complexity of my situation. I have no doubt that without her counsel the outcome would have not been as beneficial. Diana is a profession with her clients interests as her number one priority.
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11/3/12 |
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Not a good use of my money! Charged a lot for letters, e-mails and offers which accomplished nothing! Moved on 6 months after hiring her and discovering what she charged me for was total bs. Always check your bill and ask questions! Did not want to go to court even though she said I had a strong case at first.
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9/19/12 |
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I can't say enough good things about Diana as a person and my lawyer. These rating sites are not usually sought out by the people who were very happy with their service....they are just grateful and give a good verbal reference for their friends in need. But what do you do when you are the person in need and get someones reference....you google them (in my case) and you come up with terrible reviews. Of course, because those odd few will find ways to voice their displeasure (of any sorts)...true or not its still a small sampling of the clientel. Do your homework and call for a brief interview. I went through 2 previous lawyers before I found Diana because I didn't do enough homework before. She worked hard for me and gave me realistice expectations. She was very prepared for court, strategic, and strong. I will recommend her to anyone.
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7/21/12 |
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Lots of hype at first but you get no value for your money in the end. Overcharges at every turn and gets upset or threatens to cut off services if you ask significant billing questions. Does so in a nicely and politely. Her knowledge of key legal concepts is lacking. Do not retain her if you have significant assets at stake. Afraid of going to Court and usually sends a junior lawyer.
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4/26/12 |
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There seem to be a lot of bitter people on here who need to look in the mirror before they blame their lawyer for their unfortunate family situations. Sour grapes seems to be the theme of some people's lives. Diana did a great job for me and I would recommend her to anyone.
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3/29/12 |
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Good tenacity but overzealous and makes mistakes that cost $$. Also does not let client speak and does not want to know clients position. Very much dictator and do it her way with no explanation. Men need not go to her she does not like them.
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3/13/12 |
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Diana was amazing, honest and very sympathetic. More lawyers need to take lesson from Diana, and treat thier clients with respect.
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3/2/11 |
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Really, and what is your name 1/31/11? Come on tell everyone who you really are. It is very suspicious to me that on the her last day at her old firm that someone would post a comment like this. Diana is nothing more than a helper, and cares about her clients. She has always taken the time out to help me and I am sure she would do the same for you. This is not an easy process to go through but it helped having someone like her.
Highly Recommended. Rod.
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2/28/11 |
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I would recomend retaining Diana as she was very sympathetic to my needs. She was always on top of my file and met all of expectations. She always had time for me and even called me on weekends and after hours. I found her fees to be reasonable and would recommend her to anyone.
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2/24/11 |
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In my case Diana always knew answers never "I have to check into it", communicated urgent issues and responded to my email questions after working hours, and overall provided a good quality service/value. In regards to how much it costs - all legal services are expensive and not always communication berween divorcing couple works.
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1/31/11 |
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She was very expensive. I think she over charges for everything. Nothing really got done on my file but I was charged up the butt. Would not recommd her to anyone
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