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11/14/16 |
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Carla is the best! I would highly recommend Carla to anyone going through a divorce. She helped me and my children through tough times when I got divorced 13+ years ago. If not for Carla, I have no doubt that I would have lost visitation of my children. To all you fathers out there who only want to raise your children and move on with your life. I know from personal experience with our legal system that the deck is stacked against you. You need someone who is highly knowledgeable of family law, who understands the importance of a father in their children’s lives. You need someone who is tough as nails and who will fight for you and you kids. Carla is that person.
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10/25/16 |
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When I got divorced in 2009, I did not have an attorney and thought I could advocate for myself in court. I was so wrong. Many years later, my decisions came back to haunt me, so this time around I searched for an attorney who would fight all the way for me. When I read Carla's reviews, what made me want to meet her and have her represent me was her diligence and years working with child custody court cases. I need someone with real experience because it makes a big difference. I really liked the quick and thought-out communition from her. I knew that my battle was going to be difficult because of the situation my children and I were in. After 5 months, my case has still not yet settle, but I believe Carla has the best interest in my children and I. Because of her, I can sleep at night knowing that she will do what it takes to make things right.
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3/26/16 |
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Carla is extremely knowledgeable in the family court system. Her abilities to asses a situation and the angle she wants to take is quick and precise, her communication style is direct and honest. She is a very skilled attorney.
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4/1/15 |
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I have told many people what a fantastic attorney Carla is. I cannot say enough good things! Carla was able to get a great deal for me and fought hard to make that happen. After the first court appointment, I knew that she had my back and I did not need to worry. She let me know what I needed to provide and we were always prepared for the next step! Divorce is not easy but she walked me through it as smoothly as it could have been done.
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3/10/15 |
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I was very nervous about getting a lawyer and was so thankful for her. She was very tenacious and really knew what she was doing. I felt she was careful to do what was necessary and not wasted any time or money on unnecessary things. She represented me for 4 court dates and did an amazing job. There were a lot of challenges and many surprises. She was prepared for all of them. She was professional, handled so much paperwork and always responded quickly to emails and phone calls from me. I highly recommend her.
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10/1/14 |
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Unpretentious, approachable, efficient, aggressive, practical, and honest. Always looking to the client's interests both in terms of the case at hand and as regards cost. None of the petty bill-padding inefficiencies you see with other lawyers. Facing an adversary with deep pockets and expensive, rapacious lawyers, Carla used smart, aggressive tactics to secure an excellent settlement, and in record time. She prevented us having to go to trial and got me everything I needed, sometimes thinking outside the box to do it. It was also obvious when we walked in the courtroom that the judge respected Carla. I think that goes a long way. My son and I are facing a happier and more secure future because of Carla's work.
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6/25/13 |
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Carla was the only one willing to take my case - involving a complex third party visitation issue during my divorce. She guided me through the process and made sure that I had the best representation possible. In the end - I was able to continue visitation with my non-biological child whom has always been my son to me.
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3/11/13 |
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One of my worst experiences working with a human being, she is rude and nonprofessional. I felt as well, she was working for the other side. My outcome was a disaster.
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6/22/11 |
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I disagree with the other post. I had Carla for a child custody issue and specifically went to her on a referral that she is known to handle cases where domestic violence is involved. She told me specifically what information I needed to collect on my ex and present to the guardian ad litem and how to handle the interviews and court proceedings. We pulled a very conservative judge and guardian ad litem who recommended supervised visitation for my ex. After her fighting with the guardian ad litem and the judge we received the ruling that my ex could have no contact with his daughter and I was awarded full custody. Because of Carla my daughter is a happy, healthy, well adjusted 5 year old now. I cringe to think what could have happened if it would have went differently. I think she is an excellent attorney for women.
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2/26/11 |
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Although Carla has years of experience, and knows the letter of the law she takes a very passive stance.I often wondered who's side she was on.She saved her criticism for me and her manners for the opposing side.She was very adamant that she knew what I could expect rather than having any faith that we could win.My husband had a DUI,a history of lying on his taxes and had contracted an STD during our marriage.Carla never brought any of this information out and was determined to settle before going to court.She was at times verbally abusive to myself and to members of the early neutral evaluation team.The only reason I stayed with her is that I ran out of money and could not afford a retainer for another lawyer.This was the worst experience of my life and I will be paying for my mistake for the next 10 years.Please choose your lawyer carefully and unless you want to settle without a fight,in which case a paralegal will do, find someone besides Ms. Kjellberg.She looks tough but isn't!
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