Q. How do you know this lawyer?
- Current or Former Co-Worker/Colleague
Colleague that practices in my practice area.
Q. In the cases you were involved in with this attorney, which of the following apply?
- Same Client
- Opposing Client
Mr. Wilkinson has represented a few opposing parties and we've also worked on some cases together as co-counsel.
Q. When did you work with this lawyer?
Over the past 3 years, he's been the opposing attorney in many CPS cases and family law cases.
Q. Was this lawyer an effective advocate/counselor and why?
Yes
Mr. Wilkinson is a great advocate, but perhaps more importantly a great counselor for his clients. He is always looking out for the best interest's of his clients and will aggressively protect their parental rights in court, but he also knows that settlement is often best and has effectively counseled his clients to accept reasonable offers and avoid trial.
Q. Please rate this lawyer on the following:
Legal Knowledge:
Excellent
Mr. Wilkinson is an expert in family law and the unique procedures associated with family law cases. Many attorneys struggle with jurisdiction, venue, and many procedural rules but he has a great grasp of all these issues.
Legal Analysis:
Excellent
He has a great feel for the range of outcomes at court and can therefore advise his clients to make better-informed decisions.
Communication Skills:
Excellent
He is concise and clear in communication. In my experience with him as an opposing attorney he is great at relating to Judges and juries and comes off as very credible.
Ethics and Professionalism:
Excellent
I've never heard any ill-words about Mr. Wilkinson, which is a rarity in his practice area.
Q. For which practice area(s) would you recommend this lawyer?
Family law in every respect, from custody suits, to divorce, to adoption, etc.
Q. Which of the following skills does this lawyer possess?
- Appeals
- Business Advising
- Client Relations
- Collaboration
- Dispute Resolution
- Document Review
- Drafting
- Emotional Intelligence
- Financial Literacy (handling client funds)
- Legal Research
- Legal Writing
- Litigation
- Mediation
- Negotiation
- Oral Argument
- Problem Solving
- Pro Bono and Community Services
- Project Management
- Trials
- Use of Technology
Q. Please provide any additional comments about this lawyer
It's rare to find a family law attorney that is both an effective advocate for his client's wishes and a counselor that helps them make the best, well-reasoned decision, even if it means settlement.
Q. I would recommend this lawyer to my family and friends
Yes
