Pro Legal Care LLC

Rockford, IL

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Pro Legal Care LLC

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Personal Injury

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Family law attorneyDivorce lawyerLaw firmAttorney

Review Snapshot

50
Total Reviews
High Confidence
0
Last 90 Days
Inactive
95%
Response Rate
Highly Responsive
12-Month Trend
Stable

Review Intelligence

Avg: 91/100
CommunicationOutcomeResponsivenessEmpathyExpertiseFeeTrialSatisfaction
Communication95
Outcome92
Responsiveness94
Empathy96
Expertise91
Fee Transparency83
Trial Experience85
Satisfaction88

Client Reviews

Melody DeVoe
6 months ago

My divorce was very high conflict but ProLegal walked me through each step. I always received prompt answers and guidance as to the many steps in a divorce. ProLegal fought for me and my children in the courtroom. I highly recommend ProLegal.

Response from owner

Melody, we appreciate your feedback and your business. Thank you for trusting in us - we're glad we could be there when your family needed us!

Nate WhinneryLocal Guide
6 months ago

I submitted roughly three inquires through the website in the past month or so, but never received a response of any kind. I called the office yesterday to follow up, and was told they could not represent me due to a conflict of interest. I asked for explaination of the conflict of interest or recommendations for another attorny. I was informed they were unable to cite the conflict of interest, then the call was ended. No explaination or recommations given. I understand the importance of maintaining ethical standards, and in my own professional role, it is possible for relationships to potentially overlap and create such a concern. If I had cause to believe the claim was valid, then its an easy move in the next direction. What I don't understand is the unwillingness to be transparent or helpful. It felt like I was a burden on who I was speaking with or that I was expected to know things I didn't. For a parent seeking help for a distressful situation, the dismissiveness and lack of empathy was palpatable and disappointing. At best this looks like a misunderstanding, at worst it feels like discrimination. The customer service experience of being declined for an unsubstantiated reason with no opportunity for clarification was frustrating. It felt like I was wrong for wanting to advocate for myself and my child, and rather than offering hope of getting experienced representation, my experiences and beliefs that family court looks down on fathers were further reinforced instead. Regarding the response: This is a prime example of DARVO (deny, attack, reverse victim/offender), the same tactics used by the Trump and Co., and the response follows this to a T. The claim of multiple contacts over many years is unsubtantiated and simply false. One call approaximately three years ago is not multiple calls. It is fact that the firm does not currently employ anyone with whom a conflict of interst could occur. No need to assume. The accusation of me speaking aggressively is also 100% false. I speak how I write. One previous review that I chose to remove is not "multiple." It was seeing the false accusations in their first response that prompted a more detailed response. It's baffling that a firm would prefer to perpetuate a negative interaction with defensiveness and lies rather than a form of resolution that could be easily achieved. The inability to respond to criticism professionally is a signifcant tell.

Response from owner

Hi Nathan. You have contacted us multiple times over many years, and we have told you every time that we cannot represent you. You have made your own assumptions about why we can't represent you and have spoken to our staff members aggressively and you have left us multiple negative reviews because we have followed the ethical practices of our profession. You have refused to take no for an answer despite there being dozens of other firms that you could consult with instead of us. We represent fathers successfully regularly, as our reputation and our five-star reviews reflect. We do not represent people who treat our staff poorly.

Ari's Mother (Esthephanie)Local Guide2 photos
7 months ago

Natalie was super unprofessional & a liar. Didn't sent any confirmation email to follow up with my appointment. On top of that was very nasty over the phone. I don't recommend.

Response from owner

Hi Aris. We sent both emails and text messages to your friend asking for a response and those messages were ignored, so we canceled his appointment. Our staff member did not deserve to be screamed and cursed at over the phone by you in response..

Montario coardesLocal Guide
7 months ago
Response from owner

Hi Montario. We are very proud of the exceptional outcome we got for you in your case. Attorney Townsend tried reaching out to you by phone to discuss this rating, please give us a call back so that we can help.

Matthew BurnettLocal Guide
7 months ago

I just finished my divorce and attorney Townsend and his staff did an excellent job from beginning to end. They respond quickly when you reach out with questions and found creative solutions to every issue. I am very glad I chose him to represent me.

Response from owner

Thank you Matthew!

Berniece Haroldson
8 months ago

Attorney Townsend was truly exceptional, both professionally and personally. He previously helped my brother successfully gain custody of his minor daughter, and when my brother unexpectedly passed, I turned to Attorney Townsend again to help me obtain guardianship of my niece. Because I live out of state, the situation could have been complicated and overwhelming, but Attorney Townsend made the entire process smooth and efficient. He was knowledgeable, responsive, and handled everything with care and urgency. Thanks to his guidance, we were able to get the guardianship finalized quickly during a very difficult time. What meant even more to our family was his kindness. Attorney Townsend took the time to remember my brother and even mentioned how happy my brother would have been with the outcome. That compassion, combined with his wisdom and skill as an attorney, made an incredibly hard season a little easier. Our family is deeply grateful for everything he did for us. His impact went far beyond legal work.

Response from owner

Thank you so much for trusting us when your family needed help. We appreciate your business and your kind words about our team.

Craig EckerLocal Guide
9 months ago

I have had Attorney Townsend and his staff represent me on multiple occasions. He is by far the best attorney I have ever worked with. There are no secrets, everything from what is going to happen, to what happened is covered. Billing is extremely meticulous and has helped me on more than one occasion. I know that I am not through and will not hesitate to reach out to Attorney Townsend and his team. Simply the best.

Response from owner

Thank you, Craig. We appreciate your trust in us!

Aleigh Molsberry
10 months ago

Great people, even better service. Highly recommend attorney Townsend for your custody needs!

Response from owner

Thank you for your kind words, Aleigh. We appreciate your business.

Jessica Townsend
1 years ago
barbara corsonLocal Guide9 photos
1 years ago

I would give them a million stars!!! We live in Arizona and they helped us with an out of state custody issue of an infant, my grand daughter. They went above and beyond to help us get her back to Arizona. Zach is such a professional and took our calls early in the morning and late in the evening. I couldn't say enough about his legal professionalism. Thank you!!! God Bless your firm. Barbara Andersen

Response from owner

Thank you Barbara! We're so happy we could be there for you when you needed us.

Gonzalo Gonzalez
1 years ago

Mr. Townsend is a professional, knowledgeable and a very thorough lawyer!! He ensured my case was well taken care of!! Tristan did an amazing job as well. Highly recommend!!

Response from owner

Thank you so much for trusting us with your case, we appreciate your business!

Kip BowesLocal Guide1 photo
1 years ago

Was in a position over the weekend to assist my Partner with speaking to an attorney about her “in flight” divorce. Received a referral from an attorney friend for a lawyer at this firm (Zachary Townsend). Reviews were just OK, but I trusted the referral. Reached out via email over the weekend asking to setup a consultation (my partner was working over the weekend). On the Pro side, someone from the office left me a voicemail on Sunday touching base and asking me to call back on Monday AM. On Monday AM I called, thanked the person for reaching out on a Sunday. She asked what the consultation was about, and I shared that it was a divorce that is about a year into the process. We made an appointment for several days in the future. I was asked to fill out an “intake sheet” and paid for the consultation in advance. This is where things got bizarre. I completed the intake form right after the call. Added my Partners info (name, phone, address, etc) and case number. Submitted. Within minutes I get a VERY upset call from the office. I’m asked why I “misrepresented” that this was MY divorce and why my Partner didn’t setup this consultation herself. I was trying to help my Partner. And I figured discussing her case with the attorney is what happens in the consultation, NOT on the phone with an office staffer. I calmly explained that there was nothing fishy going on here, and handed the phone to my Partner, who was sitting nearby. The office person continued to complain about our “sketchy” behavior, and told my Partner that “if I keep this consultation under NO circumstances can THAT MAN be on the phone, nor can you discuss your case with him”. My Partner said “What are you talking about - he’s with me through this process”. Bam - office staff cancelled consultation, refunded my payment, and let me know that they had cancelled everything due to “misrepresentation”. Mind you - we literally spoke on the phone for 60 secs total. Very strange - just be aware that this is the kind of bizarre, accusatory treatment you will likely receive if you choose to work with this firm. Feels like I dodged a bullet, especially in light of the other reviews. And yes, I did call the staff member disturbed, as her behavior was unhinged both to me and my Partner separately. Never realized setting up a call appt for a Partner was going to set your staff off so badly. Very unprofessional and others should understand what they are going to have to deal with if they reach out to you.

Response from owner

Hi Kip. We can't schedule with 3rd parties and you claimed that this was your divorce in our initial call. It doesn't matter if you are speaking with a staff member or an attorney - we still need accurate information. At no time in our call did we say "that man" or forbid your partner from speaking to you about the case, we told her that the attorney would need to speak to her directly and privately in order to ensure attorney client privilege. You called our staff member "mentally ill" for trying to verify basic facts about this case and ensure that attorney client privilege remained intact for a consultation.

Liz Storck
1 years ago

My experience was absolutely horrible the secretary is one of the rudest people I have ever met I had a person with me who needed help and wanted to make an appointment and he had walked to his office his wife just passed and this person had no compassion at allllll we called for an appointment like she asked and she cursed at me and hung up the phone I do not recommend this law firm to anyone. They have no compassion or empathy and are heartess and rude. The gentleman I was helping said he had never been treated that way in his life. Maybe this office should revaluate the way they treat people I would give 0 stars if I could.

Response from owner

Hi Liz. We are appointment-only, which is printed on our door, and we keep our door locked at all times. You pounded on our door and yelled until we came to the door even though it says "by appointment only" clearly. When we came to the door and told you that you needed to call and make an appointment, you called and yelled at our office staff and called her names over the phone. We've reviewed the call records and you weren't "cursed at". You then went next door to an unrelated business and lied to them, telling them that you were a client of ours, knowing that you and your friend are not clients. We do not even practice the type of law for the case that you have. We do not allow anyone to scream at our office staff or behave threateningly to try to gain access inside of our office. We take our staff's safety seriously, and your behavior today is an example of why we are so careful.

Bradley AcaleyLocal Guide308 photos
1 years ago

As a father, I knew the odds were stacked against me, but Zachary Townsend at Pro Legal Care LLC made the impossible happen. In under six months, he successfully got an order of protection dropped and helped me obtain temporary full custody of my child—something that rarely happens for men. His dedication, expertise, and strategic approach gave me the best possible outcome, and I’m beyond grateful. If you’re a father fighting for your rights, I highly recommend Zachary Townsend. He truly fights for his clients and gets results!

Response from owner

Mr. Acaley, thank you so much for your kind words about our team. We're so happy we could help your family find a new path forward!

Valery Ahrens
1 years ago

I cannot recommend Pro Legal Care highly enough. I was dealing with an exceptionally complex case involving a high-profile malignant narcissist who weaponized the legal system to inflict prolonged and costly abuse. The tactics were relentless—forum shopping, judge shopping, endless filings, perjury, and false police reports—all designed to drag litigation out indefinitely and make it as painful and invasive as possible. I knew nothing about the Rockford courts—I don’t even live in Illinois. When it seemed like there was no end in sight to litigation, I switched attorneys and retained Pro Legal Care. From the start, their entire team was efficient, professional, and incredibly supportive. Zach took on my case with a level of preparedness, legal knowledge, and strategic precision that immediately inspired confidence. He worked tirelessly, navigating every legal obstacle with skill and foresight, and ultimately secured the outcome we wanted. I truly cannot thank him enough. I half jokingly mentioned to Zach that I planned to leave him an excellent review, but I had a bit of hesitation. I’d feel terrible if my review attracted others dealing with similarly nightmarish litigation. Zach’s response was telling: He welcomes challenging and complex cases because he knows the people in them need real help. That kind of dedication is rare. If you need a lawyer who is strategic, relentless, and unshakably committed to securing the best possible outcome, Zach and Pro Legal Care are the ones to call.

Response from owner

Valery, thank you so much. We're so happy we could help you find a new path forward.

Dustin Burch
1 years ago

Exceptional Attorney – A True Champion for Justice! I cannot express enough gratitude for Zachary Townsend and the incredible work he did on my custody case. Over the course of a year, through countless challenges and hardships, Zachary remained steadfast, determined, and unwavering in his commitment to securing the best outcome for me and my daughter, Quinn. From day one, Zachary demonstrated a deep understanding of family law and an impressive ability to navigate the complexities of my case. He was always prepared, always strategic, and most importantly, always put my child’s best interests first. His professionalism and dedication were evident in every court appearance, every negotiation, and every late-night call to provide reassurance when things felt overwhelming. Beyond his legal expertise, Zachary showed genuine compassion and support, making an incredibly difficult time in my life more manageable. Thanks to his hard work and relentless advocacy, I now have the custody arrangement that my daughter and I deserve. If you are looking for an attorney who truly cares, fights tirelessly, and delivers results, look no further than Zachary Townsend. He is simply the best! Exceptional Legal Team – Forever Grateful! I cannot thank the Pro Legal Care team enough for the incredible work they did in securing 50/50 custody of my daughter, Quinn. This journey was not easy, the dedication, expertise, and unwavering support of Marc Kinnemann, Frances Klaverkamp, Lauren Lafontaine, Emily Lyles, Dee Valentino, and Beth Wagner, we achieved the best possible outcome. From the very start, this team showed a deep commitment to my case, guiding me through every legal challenge with professionalism and compassion. They fought tirelessly, stayed organized, and provided me with the reassurance I needed during difficult times. Every step of the way, they made me feel heard, valued, and confident that my daughter’s best interests were their top priority. Thanks to their hard work and dedication, I now have the time with my daughter that she deserves, and I will forever be grateful for their efforts. If you are looking for a legal team that truly cares and delivers results, Pro Legal Care is the best choice you can make. Thank you all from the bottom of my heart! 50/50 BABY!!!

Response from owner

Thank you, Dustin. We're so glad we could be there for you and Quinn.

Kerrie CeperoLocal Guide
1 years ago

Mr. Townsend is the best person I've ever met he's so caring he takes the time to really go through everything to make sure that I understood everything that was going on he is a very good family lawyer he respects his clients and their family members he was truly a godsent.

Response from owner

Thank you, Kerrie. We're so glad that Attorney Townsend could be there for you.

Kirsten ManuellLocal Guide
1 years ago

The Pro Legal Care LLC began my custody case the same day I was looking for an Attorney. Zachary Townsend and his entire team worked quickly and communicated every step of the way. I am very happy with such a successful outcome and cannot thank you guys enough with how easy you made this process.

Response from owner

Thank you for the kind words! We're so glad we could be there for you and that the process moved quickly for you!

Kirk Knoup
1 years ago

Zack and his staff were great to work with . If you are looking for a stand up attorney that will be in your court and back ya Then give pro legal a call

Response from owner

Thank you for reaching out to us! We appreciate your business.

Stacey Knoup
1 years ago
Response from owner

Thank you for the feedback, Stacey!

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405 W State St, Rockford, IL 61101

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