Testimonials

When I first became separated, I hired a pit bull attorney so I could get back at my ex, who had wronged me. Unfortunately, the pit bull was a pit bull, but only to me and not my ex. My first attorney did nothing more than receive and forward me countless letters from opposing counsel, racking up thousands of dollars and never actually doing meaningful work on my case. Nine months, 9,000 dollars later, and nowhere closer to divorce, I fired my ex-attorney and hired Kevin Colwell. It was a very good decision. Kevin and his firm provided me with professional services at a reasonable price. Kevin did not forward me every letter as my previous, unscrupulous attorney had, but rather, only contacted me when there was something important. Kevin could have made himself thousands of dollars more by simply forwarding me the letters from opposing counsel, which were intended to break me mentally and financially. Instead, Kevin recognized this and saved me money. Not every attorney would do that.

At trial, the opposing counsel came off as a bully as he badgered me and peppered me with intentionally intimidating questions. Kevin’s approach to questioning my ex was respectful and professional. I believe this approach worked better with the judge and helped me decide. I didn’t get everything I wanted, and you probably won’t. But that’s not Kevin’s fault. Rulings are based on law and individual judges who follow statutes, and I am pleased to have taken the approach I did with Kevin.

If you are angry at your ex and are seeking a divorce attorney, and you want to go to war, plan on your war costing you thousands of dollars and taking far longer than is necessary to complete this unfortunate process. The money you will spend exacting a toll on your ex will cost you far more from your retirement and children’s college funds if you choose an attorney who will be more than happy to cash every check you write as you try to get back at your ex.

If, on the other hand, you’d like to try to get through this process with some dignity, with your head held high and with some money left in your pocket, Kevin Colwell is the attorney I’d recommend.

Going through my divorce, I learned why attorneys get a bad rap. Having hired one and been opposed by one, there are a lot of sketchy, selfish attorneys out there who will claim to have your and your children’s best interest at heart to lure you into hiring them and then padding their wallets with your money as they drag out the process unnecessarily for months letting you linger financially and emotionally. Kevin Colwell does care, and it gives me hope to know that not all stereotypes are correct and that there are good people in this profession.

I hope this helps. Good luck with your decision. You may not be able to see it now, but life gets much better when you find the one you’re supposed to be with. Hang in there. You’ll see.

I retained Kevin Colwell during what was the worst period of my life to date. We started on what should have been a simple custody petition that instead turned into a chaotic mess. Kevin and his staff were able to adjust to the ever-changing challenges we faced with superb competency and effectiveness. Kevin and his staff guided me through some dangerous and complicated legal waters and saw that I came out a whole person. Today, my children enjoy equal time with their parents, and I owe so much of that to Kevin’s advice and direction. Kevin and his staff will be a voice of reason and honesty for you when faced with anything but reason and honesty. I highly recommend Kevin Colwell.

Mary drafted a prenuptial agreement for my husband and me that was fair and agreeable to both of us. My husband waived his right to legal counsel so Mary, my attorney, could cater solely to my interests while disregarding his. Rather than adopting a rabid dog attitude, she navigated this difficult territory in the spirit that my husband and I intended; she worked creatively with both of us to ensure that our document fit our needs. Not only did she treat us with professional courtesy, respect, and a genuine concern for our particular situation, but she was also able to handle this matter quickly and thoroughly. We felt heard and well-represented. Should I need a lawyer in the future, I would absolutely call her first.

Mary was sensitive and helpful in guiding me through a mediated separation and subsequent divorce. She kept me informed throughout the process and attended to the details well without unnecessarily running up her billable hours. She brought issues to mind that I would not have anticipated before the mediation process so that I was prepared for them. Although I came armed with a list of questions and issues, she dealt with them all before I even needed to ask. Both personable and highly professional, it was a pleasure working with her, and she helped make the difficult and unpleasant process of separation and divorce a little easier and less unpleasant.

I have hired Mary for multiple purposes in the past few years for everything from family law issues to traffic violations. Every time, I feel like I am the most important client, even if it’s just a traffic ticket. The level of professionalism Mary exhibits over the phone, by mail, in the office, and in the courtroom is exemplary and leads me back to her for all my legal needs.

Mary Colwell was recommended through a friend who had recently just gone through a divorce. When we met for our first consultation, I was amazed at how efficient, sympathetic, and realistic she was in dealing with my initial situation and separation. From there, she efficiently guided me through the divorce procedure. I just received my final papers recently, and on reflection, I realized that my divorce process, though difficult, was handled extremely professionally and with care.

A divorce is not a great process for anyone. This was the most difficult time for me to go through. I had many issues to go through and needed much help. Mary was amazing; she held it together for me. She had everything under control and guided me through every challenge we came across. I was very impressed with how she handled my case; she was very knowledgeable, professional, and always under control, for which I have much respect. During my case, I have not received much cooperation from my ex; we couldn’t come to any terms regarding our assets, our child, and the debt. We end up in court in front of the judge to decide. This is the time when you need the best lawyer on your side to represent your case and get as much as you can. Since I was the breadwinner and worked for everything we had, I was very nervous about losing what I worked for. Well, that wasn’t the case. I was going to settle to terms I was comfortable with, and in the end, I received more than I had hoped for. Mary was amazing. I definitely would recommend Mary. Thank you, Mary, for everything you have done.

Attorney Kevin Colwell (Kevin) and his firm helped my wife and I sell our house. It had been nine years since I sold a house, so I needed to be guided through the entire process, from the contract to the sale. A couple of snags arose during the deal where Kevin had to advise us on how to respond, for example, to the buyer’s discovery of deficiencies in the structure. His advice proved to be right on target, keeping the buyers from dropping the deal. We exchanged many emails, with his responses to my questions or concerns coming promptly and with clear answers or explanations. His replies reduced the worries that I had while waiting to get a closing on the sale. We also spoke by phone after going through an administrative assistant in his office. Never was a request for information left unanswered. My wife and I couldn’t be in town for the closing, but we were very confident that with Kevin and his team there, everything would go smoothly. It was the perfect ending for something like this; we didn’t have to be there, and we were notified after the closing that it was all done without any last-minute changes by the buyers. I highly recommend Kevin Colwell.

The Colwell Law Group assigned Anthony Sokolowski, Esq., to my divorce case in May 2021. I immediately connected with Anthony’s ability to establish rapport during our first phone conversation, and his confidence assured me that I have the right attorney who will represent my best interests throughout my divorce matter. Anthony consistently updated me on the latest developments with my divorce case via emails and phone calls while providing sound and reasonable legal advice to produce the best outcomes for me and my two sons. Also, Anthony, in addition to the Colwell Law Group Team, demonstrated their ability to accommodate their clients when they provided flexible payment options to help me finance my divorce proceedings from the intake process to the final phase of my marital settlement. Finally, I appreciated Anthony’s availability, quick response to my questions, and passionate commitment to fighting for my best interests throughout my challenging divorce experience. I highly recommend Anthony to any father who wants an attorney who will go above and beyond to defend their rights as a parent dealing with a divorce. Thank you, Anthony and the entire Colwell Law Group Staff!!!

I wish to thank all the people with whom I’ve had contact at the Colwell Law Group. Everyone, without exception, has treated me with the utmost courtesy and professionalism.
I would especially like to recognize Anthony Sokolowski, who has been representing me. I am in my eighties and have never been involved personally in the justice system. He eased my fears and guided me through the press as comfortably as possible. He is efficient and professional. Whenever I reached out to him, he returned my calls promptly. He answered my questions and explained things in easy-to-understand language.
I found Anthony to be respectful, considerate, compassionate, and supportive. While always being professional, he listened to my concerns with empathy and understanding. I am most grateful.

I had the opportunity to work with Anthony Sokolowski and his team of professionals. They were all kind, knowledgeable, organized, and responsive to my needs in a very timely fashion. They made a very difficult time comfortable and manageable. I was surprised at how quickly everything could be completed to my satisfaction. Great job! I would highly recommend you and your team to whoever needs your services. Great professionalism.

In the interview process, Lisa showed genuine interest in my circumstances and quickly recognized its uniqueness. She continued to ask questions that made me re-examine my situation from another perspective. While the information related to the legal processes was very helpful, I especially appreciated Lisa’s compassionate approach. Not only was she smart, knowledgeable, pleasant, and easy to talk with, but I felt she went above and beyond with me to embrace the uniqueness of my situation through a kindhearted and caring conversation. Truly, she is a perfect person to make (initial) contact with clients, given the nature of your services.
Thank you again for such considerate customer service.