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3/7/22 |
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Val promised a lot in our first meeting! After that she just yelled and swore at me and blamed me for her not being able to make a deal, then I never heard from her for 2 weeks (About the amount of time she said she needed to get my kids back) after driving to her office just to find out she was in Miami I finally got a response from Val in which time we made an appointment for a video call, the first call was only 30min and we made yet another appointment this time Val was too busy trying to find her air B and B in Miami so she chose to hang up on me! I emailed Val to explain how unhappy I was and she fired me and immediately emailed apposing counsel to inform them she is no longer representing me! Worst experience of my life! Waste of time and money! Wish I learned of her drug addictions and mental illness prior to hiring her
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9/28/19 |
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I highly recommend Val Hemminger if you have a family law matter on Vancouver Island, like I did. She is absolutely fantastic. She works tremendously hard, extremely knowledgable, cares about her clients, and is an excellent communicator.
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12/16/18 |
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Val and her staff are wonderful! Val has the knowledge and is well versed in the Family Law Act. She was truly amazing to watch in court and I am very grateful I found her. Her and her staff worked very hard on my case, which was evident when we were in trial. Val was inspiring to watch in court (my only regret is that I didn't bring the popcorn to watch her in action). She advised me I wouldn't get validation in court, but by day three of the trial, I had got it. No one wants or expects to be in a high conflict custody case, I am just thankful I found Val to help me through it (her assistant, Candy, is pretty amazing too). Val helped me get my life back and stand up to my abuser. I know my life (and my child's) is much better off, because I met Val. 'Thank you', is not a strong enough word for all she (and her staff) have done for my family.
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8/19/18 |
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Honestly, Val works harder than anyone I’ve ever met. Her brain is amazing. She’ll listen closely and give you honest feedback. She won’t feed you false expectations. She cares about the kid. If you’re out for warfare and destruction, she will kindly redirect you back to reality whether you like it or not. Clients arrive to family law in some severe emotional suffering. It takes a true warrior to meet you there, listen patiently to your baggage, and dedicate their career to getting you out. Remember, it was your own choices that got you in this hole. You’re allowed to feel angry, but don’t go blaming your lawyer for it all when she tells you the truth.
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1/5/18 |
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Val is an incredible support and person to have on your team when going through a separation and divorce. She delivers information and support you need with one eye on the legal advice required and the other on the difficult emotions being stirred up. Her focus is on loving the children involved and keeping their needs at the forefront of the process. After talking with Val, you will feel truly heard and understood - perhaps for the first time in a long while. She will fight for what is best for the children and for what is fair and just. You can trust Val to contribute in the best possible way to what may be a dark time in your life.
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11/6/17 |
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I went thru a very nasty divorce and had a Separation agreement that my ex decided on numerous occasions he did not wish to honour. As a result, I was forced to hire a lawyer. The first lawyer I chose sort of got things going but did not seem to really understand the situation. My ex thought he would try and take me to court to end the agreement. I once again was forced to hire another lawyer and I was lucky to find Val. She got things taken care of and put an end to what had become years of anguish. She made sure I was part of the process and informed me of what she was doing every step of the way. I would highly recommend Val to anyone who needs a "tiger in their corner". She gets the job done and does it exceptionally well. Thanks Val!
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10/31/17 |
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Really bad. Can't believe the positive reviews. Did not listen. Had another lawyer come in to explain agreement and he got it wrong. Just bad. Cost me a toof money and had to get another lawyer to fix it. She sounds good at first but isnt
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10/4/17 |
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Being a young newly single mom with a difficult ex, Val and her team took me under theirs wings and explained the whole process step by step to me. Val was and is the bull dog that I needed on my team. She is compassionate and gets the job done in a cost effective way. I don’t want to imagine where my and my son’s life would be had I not had Val in my corner. Forever grateful!
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9/11/17 |
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I have little confidence in Val's knowledge of the law. Her communication is deliberately obtuse to allow for more billing. She is not very tenacious in getting the results that you want (other reviewers will confirm). I think based on these points, her work quality and value are poor. Find a lawyer that knows the law and will work efficiently to get your matter resolved (not endless mediation without point).
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6/28/17 |
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Val has brought cleariry into my life with what she has done to help me with my court matters. She has gone above and beyond to show me that I am not in the wrong and was getting screwed over having to deal with this matter on my own. Val and her staff have always been helpful with knowledge with getting all the necessary documents for me to attend court... Thanks Val you and your team rock.
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5/15/17 |
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I have not had good experiences with lawyers in the past. However, Val's sincerity and quick read of the situation gave me a lot of confidence. The outcome was a lot better than I expected and I really appreciated the extra suggestions she made. I would definitely use her again and recommend her to friends.
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5/14/17 |
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The glowing reports of Val on this site are hard for me digest. I cannot imagine a worse lawyer. My ex wife thinks clearly about her own needs and has always been very determined. I am neither assertive nor demanding. People said I would need a good lawyer, and Val told me she could be that good lawyer. Val said she would not accept this and would demand that but when we finally got down to negotiations she simply made no statements for me at all. When I pointed out that the DivorceMate settlement proposed left me with SUBSTANTIALLY less income than my ex wife (DivorceMate's notes state the payer is not supposed end up with less than the payee) Val's response at the meeting was, "Oh, you guys never want to pay." That still hurts. If you are thinking about hiring Val as a lawyer be careful and reflect on whether or not she has the heart to meet your particular needs. Based on these reviews it appears she may be a good lawyer for some and a poor lawyer for others.
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5/3/17 |
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Our family fell apart in the most spectacular fashion about 10 years ago, and Val not only helped me pick up the pieces back then, but has been there for me ever since as unexpected repercussions pop up. She is compassionate, wise, and listens. She quickly grasps complex situations, not only the facts but the emotions involved, and then suggests a way through it, and helps to make it happen. What really stands out is the compassion and respect that she extends to all parties involved. I would not hesitate to recommend her to anyone. Period.
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10/29/15 |
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The most amazing lawyer I have ever had. If you have a high conflict ex definitely pick Val as your lawyer. She takes care of her clients and is so efficient. She gets things done!
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7/14/15 |
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Thank goodness I found Val! I only wish I had found her sooner. She's the most supportive, strategic, intelligent and authentic lawyer! She gets things done and fast. She can analyze your situation and figure out exactly how to get you to a successful position. She's been helping me with all aspects of my separation and she comes up with such viable solutions that allow me to get closer and closer to being able to move on in my life. I always feel amazing strength in myself after being in a meeting with Val because I see my bright future afterwards.
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7/7/15 |
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If you are reading this and going through a separation, you need to stop searching now and call Val Hemminger. During this difficult time of grief and sadness, Val went out of her way to make me feel heard, supported and understood. She knew how to listen and guide with genuine care, authenticity and integrity. Simply put, Val know her stuff, she is an excellent communicator, she is professional and most importantly she adds a whole lot of heart into her services. She was so skilled at reading me through the various stages of my grief/separation - recognizing when I had a need to get things sorted out quick and encouraging me to take a step back when important decisions were needed. She even help me find resources to help me grow, heal and forgive during these challenging times. She is worth every penny you will invest...and then some.
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6/15/15 |
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Good value, knowledgeable, a real fighter, great support staff,
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11/28/14 |
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Waste of time and money. $11000 and 8 months later; my divorce is no closer to the end.
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