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Cordell & Cordell Pro

3.3
62 reviews

201 East Fifth Street, Suite 1310, Cincinnati, OH 45202, U.S.A.

Administrative, Admiralty and Maritime Law, Adoption and 116 more

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About Cordell & Cordell

Mr. Cordell noticed about 98% of the firm’s clients were men, and the need for a level playing field in divorce courts sparked the idea of Cordell & Cordell. “During the course of that experience I couldn’t help but notice the challenges consistently facing the guys’ side of the table when it comes to custody, maintenance issues, and accusations of domestic violence,” Mr. Cordell said. “I found in waging those fights that I enjoyed it more. So we proclaimed ourselves as a firm that devoted itself to representing men in domestic relations matters.” Cordell & Cordell is honored to have received an A+ rating by the Better Business Bureau, which is a testament to our firm’s emphasis on client satisfaction. Trust, honesty, and integrity are all components of the BBB accreditation standards. Our firm’s passionate devotion to providing clients unmatched customer service and top-tier legal representation has largely driven Cordell & Cordell’s success. Now, as an accredited member of the BBB, Cordell & Cordell is nationally recognized as a leader in client satisfaction. The firm has developed the unique experience and familiarity with the male perspective as it is affected in the family law courts to allow our clients to feel comfortable that their point of view is understood and accurately represented. Our belief is that too often divorce lawyers and even judges resign themselves to stereotypes and thus perpetuate the status quo. We are not suggesting this mentality is malicious or even conscious, but it is prevalent. Cordell & Cordell is here to help men level the playing field in the family court system.

 

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Family Law
Posted by Chet
November 24, 2025
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They were very professional and helpful. Their offices were very good at communication and sharing updates for me. I appreciate their help and advice in this time where I needed it. Very good expertise and reputation. Everyone knows them.

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November 04, 2010
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December 20, 2010
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Very thorough

Child Custody
Posted by anonymous
July 02, 2024
Hired Attorney Cynthia Glover

Working with this lawyer was a horrible experience. She did not help my case and actually made my situation worse. I found her to be untruthful and deceitful. I regret hiring her in the first place! The only positive thing I can say about her was that she answered my emails and calls in a timely manner.

Family Law
Posted by Justin
January 08, 2023
Hired Attorney Kristin Kadleck Zurek

I invested years and thousands in Kristin and Cordell & Cordell. They advertised themselves as lawyers dads can count on. Both behaved unethically and unprofessionally. As my case drew to a close, I asked Kristin about the quality of services I had received. (The judge’s position contradicted the vast majority of Kristin’s legal advice.) Rather than discuss my concerns, Kristin withdrew, leaving me without representation only days before trial. Because I followed Kristin’s advice, my ex-wife's harmful parenting remains unchecked, and I am in no better position to help my children. Follow-up attempts with Client Care were unhelpful. I posed questions about quality, commitment, cost, truth in advertising, and value. My concerns were repeatedly sidestepped. I was treated more like a witness to be cross-examined than a paying client. When the Missouri Bar became involved, both Kristin and the firm refused to cooperate. Dads: don’t hire Cordell & Cordell. You cannot count on them.

 
Alternative Dispute Resolution
Posted by anonymous
February 05, 2011
Hired Attorney Joseph E. Cordell

Joseph Cordell was not willing to be flexible in the mediation and was unwilling to listen to problem at hand.

Child Custody
Posted by anonymous
December 09, 2020
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If you have 20,000 dollars there the firm for you. They use up your retainer within the first month with sending you your own words on paper. None of it going to the court .To help your case. After my attorney used up 11,000 and I didn't have another 5,000 she withdrew from my case leaving me without representation. Stay away from this firm Dads it's not about protecting your rights it's about fattening there pockets.

 
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