Ellen S. Kingsley

As anyone who has experienced divorce knows, it is an extremely sad, stressful and even scary transition in life. Ellen Kingsley helped to make me feel calm when I spoke to her about various obstacles I had to face throughout the process. She is rational, efficient and reliable. I thought she responded to my questions in a timely fashion. I also like her secretary, Linda. I would definitely recommend her.

Always got back to me quickly. Very concerned about doing what was best for my kids. Helped me through a rough time and got me a good result.

Ellen has seen me through a very difficult time in my life. She provided wise counsel and responded quickly whenever I needed help. I couldn't have done it without her.

Although she can quote divorce law verse and scripture she doesn't seem to want to consider that there may be issues outside the law that could affect the final outcome of the divorce. She seems very hard nosed about this and it makes it difficult to deal with her.

This person was not prepared nor knew the details of the case when it came time to litigate. Choosing a divorce lawyer is about the most painful task anyone will have to do in our lives and to not know the facts on such an important issue irreparably damaged my post divorce relationship with my children. In this person's defense future choices were just as poor. The popular advice was 'go along to get along because you are the wrong gender'. While this person did not state that another did. Run don't walk away from anyone that tells you at the outset that they can help you and then go on to feel best case scenario is some form of help. This isn't about money. It is about communication, preparation and compassion. Difficult attributes when searching for someone who will determine your fate.

Seemed understanding at beginning,then forget numerous facts in court. Would have been more successful is I represented myself.

This lawyer was neither competent or prepared when assisting in my case. First meeting I was quite confident I made the right choice but when we went before the court officials she did not have my children's ages correct nor did she argue in defense of child custody or support payments. When pressed she said 'My main concern is the welfare of your children', which while amicable is my responsibility, not my lawyer's. I generally don't write reviews but people need to know as a lawyer, like anything else, is a purchase and, in divorce, it's the most important purchase in your life, especially with regard to being in your children's lives and no court or lawyer should hold that power. That right is ordained by God for the parents.