Mark Rees Law Firm

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I can’t say enough good things about my experience speaking with Derek. I called regarding a difficult situation involving charges my son is facing, and although I ultimately wasn’t able to retain him because he had court the very day I needed representation and I didn’t want to risk a continuance, he treated me with an incredible amount of kindness and respect. He spent more than 30 minutes on the phone with me, patiently listening to everything I had to say and answering question after question. He took the time to explain how the process works, what to expect, how judges may approach different situations, and what the possible outcomes could look like. He didn’t rush me, make me feel like a bother, or simply tell me what I wanted to hear. What impressed me most was that his advice was honest. Even when the answer wasn’t necessarily what I was hoping to hear, he explained why and gave me a realistic understanding of the situation. That kind of honesty is invaluable when you’re scared, overwhelmed, and trying to make the best decisions for your child. I called looking for an attorney, but I walked away from that conversation feeling like I had been given something just as valuable: clarity. He went far beyond what he had any obligation to do for someone who wasn’t even retaining him. His patience, knowledge, professionalism, and genuine willingness to help made a lasting impression on me. There are plenty of people who will take your money and give you their time. It is much harder to find someone who will give you their time simply because they recognize that you’re a worried parent who needs someone to explain what’s happening. I am incredibly grateful that I made that phone call. If you are looking for an attorney who will be honest with you, listen to you, explain things in a way you can actually understand, and treat you like a person rather than just another case, I would absolutely recommend giving him a call. Thank you for taking the time to help me when you didn’t have to. I truly appreciate it.