Cordell & Cordell | Family Law & Divorce

Did nothing for my case then when I told the attorney I no longer required her services due to 0 results kept the case until the next month to keep me on retainer so she could get more money. I got Marcy as my attorney and I feel like I got scammed.

Useless, don't use them

Found them through their podcast and great content they share. The paid consultation however didn’t hold up to the public expert image. Guessing on answers, not really listening to questions isn’t the way to sell services. If there’s only one answer to no matter the question, why even have a meeting. Just sell that.

Don't be fooled. These lawyers will do nothing more for you than any other lawyer. They will try to get it into trial and get your bill up to 15K! Get your court matter into mediation and make an agreement do not go to trial. I went from a 5050 custody agreement no childsupport that I achieved myself the 1st time in court. Then My ex got a free legal aid lawyer and some how wins sole custody of my children. And I pay 1200 dollars a month now. So a free legal aid destroys cordell and cordell. Marcy Lungberg is lazy no communication. Horrible in open court. Shes not well spoken during trial and was not prepared. Don't be a fool like me.

I am super impressed with my whole experience in dealing with Stephen Babe as my attorney and will also use him and the firm in any future indeavers!

Stephen Babe is extremely knowledgeable and competent in handling family law. He gave very in depth advice on my childrens custody and never hesitated in doing whatever we felt was best for them. Great family law attorney!

I have had bad experiences with prior law firms. However, Stephen Babe at Cordell & Cordell was one of the best attorneys I've worked with. All billing was up front with no surprises. Also, Stephen was fast and efficient, promptly returned my email and phone calls, and kept me up to date on the case. Highly recommended!

Marcy Lundberg of Cordell & Cordell represented me during my recent Divorce proceedings. She and the firm are an excellent choice if you are considering a Divorce. She guided me through the ups and downs during the process. She helped me understand the proceedings, including the Mediation where we were able to come to an acceptable agreement. Marcy was thorough and timely with each of the steps and strategic in the responses to the opposing side. I highly recommend Marcy Lundberg and Cordell & Cordell. My only wish is that I could give more stars to Marcy and her firm.

Marcy at Cordell was top notch in the courtroom!

Cordell & Cordell Provided exceptional service. Stephen Babe always stayed on top of everything concerning my case. Not once did I feel that he did not have my best interest. He was available any time and responded quickly to all my questions and concerns. Stephen knows the ins and outs and you can count on him for trusted leadership in your case.

I am really happy with the outcome of my divorce. Thanks to Cordell and Cordell and specially to Stephen, who guide me throughout the process. His dedication from the beginning to the end gave me pace of mind. I’ve received the best advice during the process and when I had questions he didn’t hesitate to keep me up dated whether it was in person,emails ,or phone calls. I highly recommend Cordell and Cordell and Stephen for your divorce needs.

Stephen Babe gave me great advice and representation throughout the process. Excellent communication! I had a question two years after my case was completed and he gave me good information over the phone for no charge. Would definitely recommend!

Quoted the $1,800.00 ended up $2,500.00. And nothing done ended up a Variant of .02%. Ya $2.00 difference from before!! They need learn be up front and not take people money just because they need it!! Now I’m broke and child support is same!! Almost sorry $2.00 lower! for cost of 2,500.00!! They don’t try very hard for you!!! System wins I lose!!

Communication is key and during a divorce it's even more important. I felt that my attorney at Cordell & Cordell did not communicate with me often and when I called or emailed it was days and at times weeks before I heard back. It was very frustrating and I mentioned this to my attorney directly and with their Care Team at Cordell & Cordell. Cordell & Cordell and my attorney got paid regardless of the outcome. There was very little effort on their part in putting me first, fighting for me, what I wanted, and what was best for myself and my children. They say they are pro dad, but they are really pro get paid and overcharge for services that are below the standards of what you would expect paying $285.00 per hour. My divorce was difficult and trying to keep three children mentally and emotionally sound was very important, Cordell & Cordell just added to my stress, panic, and anxiety. If I could choose to give zero stars I would. There were multiple occasions where one of the Care Coordinators would reach out to see how things were going. I shared my concerns and my frustration and was offered an apology, which is and was not enough. This is and has been my life. You are a client, a name in a file that's quickly and easily lost in a stack of papers on someone's desk. Because of my divorce and working with Cordell & Cordell I am financially hurting and need to be able to provide for my three children will be difficult. I advise doing your homework and research. It will amaze you what should be shared as basic legal advice, but is skipped over. You will end up paying for it in the long-term mentally, emotionally, and financially.

I only hired Marcy a month or so ago & so far exactly what I was hoping for. Everyone on the team I've talked to has been very helpful & easy to talk to. Poor Mya, I was an emotional wreck at the very beginning of process when I hadn't learned how to deal with the rollercoaster of emotions that come with a divorce, Mya got to experience me at my worst. She always makes me feel better & knows what to say to help me through the issue at that time.

They don’t follow their own policies, They give you legal advice while speaking but then when In writing give the exact opposite and claim that’s what they said. I gave them every thing they needed to prove the mother of my child was lying but they did not submit it as evidence and did not question her on most of her lies. I gave them everything they needed to prove contempt charges but they did not submit it as evidence. So she walked. To be fair the judge broke the law to protect the mother so that would not have mattered. During the modification hearing I was told “oh don’t worry about the details of what you want, we’ll submit that in writing”. I didn’t see anything submitted in writing, I wasn’t allowed to take anything up to the stand to read off what I wanted, so most of what I wanted came out scattered, unorganized and wasn’t considered by the judges assistants who actually write up the order. I have spent thousands with them, at least 20, and now that I’m in debt they switch my lawyer and the new lawyers not comfortable doing his job with the accrued debt. My advice Do not settle for anything less than 50/50 visitation, 50/50 custody, and 50/50 physical care. They all have different legal meanings. DO NOT LET A LAWYER TALK YOU DOWN FROM THIS. Swing for the fences because once the final decree is in. That’s it. Nothing changes unless certain legalities justify it and what is best for the child has absolutely nothing to do with it. The mediator your own lawyer and anyone else in the room will try to brow beat you into settling for less. Do not take it. Ask it to be put in the court order that legally binding arbitration will be used on future disputes. The arbitrator is not so strictly bound by law and can concise what is best for the child. After if you’re in a bad situation like me. Save your money. Hire a paralegal to show you how to keep proper notes. So that when the day comes you’ll have everything the judge/arbitrator wants to see. And do not hire cordel and cordel they didn’t do anything for me a first year law student couldn’t have. I can’t recommend any lawyers. The only case I won was the one I represented myself in. No lawyer has represented me to my satisfaction.

Divorce isn't a fun process and the stress and heartache are very real. Marcy Lundberg made my experience tolerable. Much of the work was done for me and I was happy I could do most of it via Zoom or over the phone. She got me exactly what I asked for and helped stem the costs of child support. She was always willing to fight for me. As a Dad, this was vital as I couldn't trust my ex to be fair and honest particularly about money.