Elisabeth A. Barker, Attorney at Law

She was appointed as an attorney for my child in a custody court case and I couldn’t have asked for a more attentive and experienced lawyer. She’s extremely focused on the welfare of the child, a wealth of knowledge and was always ready for appearances. I can’t say enough good things about Betsy Barker- I highly recommend her for family court matters.

This woman is amazing! She has really fought for myself and my child. She is very knowledgeable and great at what she does. She's very caring, nice, attentative...and when representing you she is very organized, focused and determined to do what's best for you and your family. Pricing is very reasonable. Definitely would want her with me going through a divorce.

With a telephone call, she was helpful in guiding me on my next step.

As with many other reviews here, our experience was extremely disappointing. Paid for consultation and an additional $1500 as a preliminary retainer for a grandparent visitation matter. Received no response to inquiries regarding the case after waiting a month, only thing she did right was refund our retainer. Only gave one star for this review so I could warn others, do not engage this attorney. I would have left a solid negative five stars if possible.

I am seeking permanent disability due to Betsy Barker dragging her feet to secure a restraining order. I have been under the care of multiple MD professionals that claim my disability and disease is from abuse sustained from Betsy not protecting me. I was also told from a medical counselor at mental health that people can be paralyzed from trauma. My children waited 10 months for child support. With two police reports from State Police, and County Police for break ins. I was told from 4 medical officials that Betsy was cruel, inhuman and used unethical treatment. And Vera House questioned if my ex paid her off! My understanding is that most women like me, kill themselves because the pain is unbearable and will never go away! As a masters degree holder and PhD hopeful, I am now going through the permanent disability process! The state and federal government have received documentation of the lack of Ms Barkers ethical side!!!! I am now seeking resolve from a neurologist.... extreme stress can cause stroke, and ptsd can rewire the brain and cause a brain injury, and MS can cause brain lesions! Yes, Ms Baker is deemed an abuser by all the medical professions that I have seen! So far I was told that I can’t have restraining order because it’s joint custody, give up custody of my kids and move out of state, and now currently working with a forensic counselor.... and it appears permanent disability in my situation will be inevitable! I don’t think Betsy had the right tools to deal with situation that forensics experts now have to clean up! A nationally accredited psy D, hospital team, disease specialist, and now a neurologist! I would be greatful for a diagnosis of MS over abuse that sustained brain injury or stroke! I was born and raised in this area and worked at Syracuse City Schools, and abused by a team of lawyers and my ex husband! I only hope it’s disease... to be disable from abuse is almost too much to process! I’m not exactly sure who’s heart aches more at the doctors offices... mine or the medical professionals! I wouldn’t recommend her on account she thinks food falls from the sky! Fearful it was my dark skin that made her so cruel to me! Nonetheless, I wrote a letter to the judge last year to give him the WIC documentation for my 3 year old son... from a man that made 140,000.00 and year and money from his dead mother, he was unable to feed the baby of his family! When a forensic teams sees a man that drain the family bank account 2 months after his mother’s death, takes about the maximum amount in loans, leaves to file for custody and leaves me whirling in the wind in fright, not one lawyer questions his inability to feed his children. But would questioned everything I did. In the mental health world, that’s significant cause for concern! I’m not afraid to share my story! I’m afraid these lawyers will get away will fraud, malicious intent to cause harm, and financial distress to either a diseased women or crippled a women! I’m thankful for the medical professionals to value the lives of their patients! Because the lawyers don’t! Not bitter, and not revengeful, profoundly sad.... a community member that raised scholarships for children, raised money at local churches, and OPWDD board mentee, is unbearably damaged because my voice never once counted!!!!

AWFUL AWFUL AWFUL- DISPITE HER UNPROFESSIONALISM, LACK OF EVEN TAKING THE TIME TO TALK TO ME, OR EVEN REPRESENT MY DAUGHTERS BEST INTEREST I WON CUSTODY ANYWAYS. SHE WAS THE WORST OF THE WORST. SHE WAS THE COURT APPOINTED ATTRONEY FOR MY DAUGHTER BUT IN COURT SHE WOULD REPRESENT HIM EVEN THOUGH HE HAD AN ATTRONEY PRESENT 😂🤣 PLEASE DO YOURSELF A FAVOR AND REQUEST A LAWYER OR GUARDIAN THAT WILL DO WHATS BEST FOR YOUR SITUATION, FOR YOUR CHILDREN OR CHILD. I PLAN TO FILE A COMPLAINT BECAUSE THIS WOMAN SHOULD NOT HAVE THIS TYPE OF JOB. SHAME ON YOU BETSY. AND YOU SHOULD KNOW SHE DOES NOT CALL YOU BACK, YOU LEAVE CONTINUOUS MESSAGES WITH HER SECRETARY AND GET NOTHING. IM SURE IVE FILLED HER VOICE MAIL BOX SORRY YOU WONT BE ABLE TO LEAVE HER A MESSAGE. PATHETIC. 😤

WARNING!!! PLEASE TRUST ME!!! THERE ARE VERY BAD LAWYERS!! THERE ARE ALSO VERY GOOD LAWYERS OUT THERE .... GO FIND ONE OF THOSE!

An awful but eye waking experience! Besty" came highly recommended, but she did not show or have any of the qualities that was stated. Besty" lack professionalism and communication skills to her client. " One star check but honestly she didn't deserve that! Hopefully she will revisit what pushed her to work in family court and regain that passion to do what right..

Ms Barker and her legal assistant Amy have been so helpful and kind. Glad I called her for the matter I'm dealing with. Straightforward, to the point and very helpful. Hopefully she can get my issue taken care of. Thank you to both of them for all their help and answers.

since paying for her representation, i have had no contact in any form with her. its been over 2 months. i understand the busy schedules of attorneys may have however this is pushing it. you may get ahold of the secretary but when she states they will call you back, dont hold your breath. go somewhere else if you actually want results

Elisabeth Barker did outstanding work on my child support case. Attorney Barker without a doubt puts her clients first. Her skills and hard work is surpassed by her modesty and compassion. She knew my daughters are everything to me. The more trust I put into her the more I could see she truly cares about her clients and fights for what is important to them, she is incredibly prepared for court and always kept me informed. Sometimes you feel like the deck is stacked against you, but Elisabeth took her time to explain things to me, met with me even after hours taking time out of her personal schedule to accommodate mine so that I would feel comfortable prior to court. Elisabeth truly helped me maintain perspective along the way – I appreciate that to this day. Elisabeth is honest and forthright, she looks out for her clients’ best interests. I highly recommend Elisabeth Barker to others for representation.

Betsy, as I was introduced, is very fair, honest and one of the most comforting attorneys I have met. Being a contractor in these litigious times, I know my share. I sat with three family lawyers, Betsy was the obvious choice. I was first greeted by a smiling, upbeat Amy, Betsy's assistant. What followed at my consultation was a firm approach, with a calming confidence. Emails were answered in 24 hours or less. In the end, my wife and I settled out of court. I wash shocked at my return of retainer. Exceedingly fair. Thank you Amy and Betsy! Kevin

I hired Elisabeth Barker and she was highly professional and extremely knowledgeable in her field. I gave her all documentation and she handled everything. She took charge in court, which allowed me to focus on my health. My family and I were very thankful for her help and dedication. I highly recommend her.

We had the same experience as other reviewers. We paid thousands of dollars up front then had to take time off from work to chase her down at her office to get her attention. (Usually off on vacation). Few if any return calls. No attention to details and sloppy record keeping. When we did get her to a meeting she repeatedly asked for (and billed) information that had already been given to her. She was good friends with the opposing counsel and the only activity our case got was when he would tell her what to do. Not saying this because we didn't get the results we wanted. Saying that we never felt she cared, did the work, or was knowledgeable. We looked into filling a complaint with the bar and would have if she hadn't taken all our money. She gave the same story up front as on her web site about caring, personal attention and experience - don't listen.