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2/7/19 |
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The MacLeod Office went above and beyond to help us with no extra fees. We are going back for their service.
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10/9/18 |
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As everybody knows, Paul is the busier and most successful family lawyer in Niagara if not south Ontario. He doesn’t **** anymore, he tells you the wAy it is. Most people aren’t reasonable to understand that. I have used Paul a few mins, and sometimes I’m not entirely happy with what he says, but he says it like it is !! Which most lawyer do not, they liar and tell u what u want to hear. And in end you are the idiot. Sarah K Parrrish
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1/25/18 |
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This man paints a beautiful picture, but once the rain starts he picks up his brush and leaves it to crumble. After telling me he had years of experience in the family field and my ex's lawyer was totally wrong...... we had a 4 way sit down and he proceeded to say and do nothing for me. they got everything they wanted and after the meeting when I told him he sold me out. Well I had about 10 seconds before he threw me out of his office and said he would no longer represent me.. good news is, no loss on that part.
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1/19/18 |
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honestly avoid this man. He quoted us a range of between 1000-3500.00 depending on how much work he did. At the end of it all he did very little. Our problem was very minor and involved ONE appearance in court...he sent his brother who appeared to be loaded to court. He billed us the 3500.00 and when we challenged that fee he sent us a very intimidating letter. RUTHLESS AND INCOMPETENT.
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9/11/17 |
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Worst lawyer ever !!!! I would highly recommend Paul to the opposition because he seemed to be more on their side that mine. He got my ex pretty much everything he wanted and all I got was the bill. I understand not everything can go my way and I am fine with that but he doesn't listen when you are speaking, he will not call you back and his staff are so rude. My ex actually felt so bad for me he gave me some of what I had wanted just to try to make up for this horrible lawyer. A lawyer that can make your ex look good is not the one you want on your side. Do your self a favour, either stay away from Paul or save yourself the time, money and insult and just walk away from everything have. Cheaper and easier to replace it than have Paul add insult to injury.
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5/23/17 |
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All my concerns were met with compassion and understanding. Paul got the job done! I have no hesitation in contacting him in the future should the need arise.
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3/24/17 |
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Paul was nothing but professional, he worked with me through a custody issue that arose long after a previous divorce with a different lawyer. Paul handled the issue in a very efficient and timely manner and the outcome was exactly what he predicted it would be. Since such time, Paul has helped me with various real-estate transactions and personal advice on matters. I live 2 hours north of Grimsby and find it worth the trip when legal services are required.
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7/6/15 |
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If only I had read the reviews on this lawyer before I hired him - I would have done much better on my overall outcome of my separation from my spouse and, as well, much less frustration from him and his staff who are so arrogant and cold when you call. Of course, as many others have said, every time you pick up the phone or e-mail the office, you are charged - even though after my first visit - I was reassured that I would come out well above my spouse and please e-mail us, rather than call. So I did.I ended up with a huge bill and no work ......He abused my spouse, causing my case to be compromised, and even when I asked him about it - they don't care. I even called the office to alert them to an error they had made in my documents - only to be asked "didn't you just call?" very coldly......and when they resent the document with the error - the error was still there! I called again.....the phone was picked up, no voice, and just hung up on me! WOW!! Then I got a whopping bill!
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5/23/14 |
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I have read the reviews and can say I have not encountered any of these statements to be true in my case. He is very knowledgeable in Family Law and has a excellent reputation. He was recommended by other top lawyers. My case is complex, in such that the mother of my child has fled the jurisdiction, has falsified accusations against me and restricted access. Paul has worked on holidays, and even post-poned his personal vacation flights to enter into urgent motion when only selective dates were available. He has been able to gather evidence and submit my spouses own evidence and disclosures against her false accusations. We won our motion for urgent access, were awarded costs and are working through to trial. He is stationed in Grimsby and meets at local areas close to me for better convenience(for me). We make the most of our time together discussing the case and he doesn't nickel and dime if he spends a few extra minutes talking to you. As per my spouse, She is onto lawyer #2.
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12/30/13 |
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I am going to have to agree with most people and say this lawyer is not worth wasting your money on. He comes across as knowledgeable and knows everything. Took 4 years to get to court over a house, he informed me of different things and he would fight to get what is rightfully mine blah blah blah. Got into court and it was over in less than one minute. Didn't fight for anything
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12/11/13 |
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Initially Paul made me feel like my case would be very easy to handle. I felt secure based on his feedback and him telling me not to worry. Several times he asked me to meet him at the bar in grimsby near his office instead of at the office. during our "appointments" he would drink excessively and become belligerent. after it became apparent that my file was not an "open and close" case as he initially made me believe, he started ignoring my phone calls and emails. I have gone weeks without hearing anything despite emails and phone calls asking for a follow up. the best part is that when i received my account he actually billed me for every email i sent him requesting a reply!!! yet he did not even bother to reply to those emails/calls!! he clearly does not care about his client at all. you can tell he barely listens to you when your speaking. he also spends a great deal of time exaggerating about how wonderful he is. He is a **** and totally incompetent. in my opinion he should hang
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11/20/13 |
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At the beginning I thought I had the best lawyer in the world. Long story short after 4 years of fighting he stopped fighting when push came to shove and my child was left with very little. I'd like to add as well that an office visit was moved to a restaurant and I was asked to meet earlier than my original office appointment. I left work early and lost pay only to meet with a **** lawyer who wanted to go home early because he was hung over from the weekend. I'm paying 350/hour for this? Really? Go somewhere else people; there's better lawyers out there that will get the job done properly and for less money ;)
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3/5/13 |
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I hired Paul just over ten yesrs ago, Paul did a awesome job with my case, my case ended a year later and we won. I have recommend Paul to several other people and they are extremly happy with his work ethics.
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6/27/12 |
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Paul is a great lawyer. Love that he tells you the truth. Anyone who says anything negative about paul must have been on the other side of the table. As well the girls in the office are fantastic!!!
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1/27/12 |
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I love Paul, he is amazing he handled my contempt case for me when I was pregnant my Ex was trying to make me drive to Napanee every other weekend. Paul handled my motion over the phone and his way with the judge was amazing! I have sent many friends to Paul who have also been well looked after. He switch the courts and brought a motion in our courts something no other lawyer had been able to do. Settled everything for me and my X has to come to my area for access! Paul did a wonderful job! Thanks Paul , Cathy and the other girls!!! Sarah
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4/29/11 |
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I really expected to have a good experience when I first me Paul and asked him to act as my lawyer. He comes across quite warm and friendly. Once you commit your case to him he keeps in regular communication. Further into your case you encounter the chill and detachment from his office staff. In small but important ways they try to intimidate you, make you nervous and insecure. Paul has a way of remaining aloof and unattached to your case. When you aren't expecting it, he becomes VERBALLY ABUSIVE. Why would he suddenly become so harsh and punishing with a person like me? Anyway, he resorts to intimidation and verbal "pistol whipping" in order to push you in the direction he wishes to go. He doesn't properly explain the papers he asks you to sign and he "pistol whips" you until you do. Regrettably, I must tell you... Paul is a "VERBAL ABUSER". I feel badly that I didn't confront the abuse more strongly. There are other lawyers that will treat you with warmth and respect. Good luck!
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2/22/11 |
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I have had a very good experience with Paul and have recommended many friends to him who also have nothing but good things to say. All our cases were Family law.Expensive ? YES! got everything i wanted ? YES ! money well spent in my opinion ! I have used other lawyers who were cheaper but I did not get results. As for Paul "shmoozing" the judge, as long as hes on my side then SCHMOOZE AWAY BUDDY! Im glad he will never be against me in a court room. Sincerely Tanya
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1/31/11 |
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Paul doesn't care about anyone but Paul. Bills for reading eamils and listening to voice mails but WILL NOT respond to either.Does not forward paperwork and sends hostile outlines to spouses further complication matters. Would not recommend him to anyone for any matter.
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12/16/10 |
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Paul has served me well in numerous cases during the past 10 years. He is highlt regarded in St Catharines and Welland and has an excellent success rate. Paul has been fair in his billing and is quick to respond and anyone that I have recommended him to has alwys been pleased with the results. The previous comments make no sense to me as I have never experienced anything but first rate legal counsel in all matters. Well done Paul.
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10/30/09 |
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At first very nice person and agreeable and appeared to care. Weeks past and return calls deminished. Cocky before going into court, once there does not say to much. I spoke to my ex-husbands lawyer while Paul sat there and didn't not advise me of anything. Did not tell me what to expect. He is very good at delaying. Paul let the other lawyer speak with the Judge and before I knew it the time was up. Paul is very unorganized reading through my case file while in court, he charged me for going over all documents before court. Definately would not recommend him
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4/15/07 |
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When I first met Mr MacLeod he was very concerned with my family case. He took it over from another lawyer who had me in the wrong jurisdiction for my child custody case. I was advised by Mr MacLeod that this had to be changed immediately. I gave Mr MacLeod a retainer and felt confident with him. The weeks passed and I made another $300.00/hr appointment. He reassured me that he would contact me. Months passed. Phone calls never returned. When I finally spoke with him he was defensive and rude. It seemed like he wanted to be dismissed as my attorney, since so much time had passed. He did not want to face a judge and explain why the delay.He then hung up on me. The retainer spent. I am sure if you need a criminal lawyer because you are guilty and have a endless supply of money he will work for you. If you are trying to protect your children and yourself from a abusive husband PLEASE go elsewhere!
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