Law Office of Cynthia P. Smith - Lafayette, IN
Divorce Lawyers in Lafayette, IN
8 N. 3rd Street Suite 204 Lafayette, IN 47901
Lafayette Divorce Law Firm
Updated: 03/03/2026
Areas of Practice
- Divorce
Reviews
Customer Reviews for Law Office of Cynthia P. Smith
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Hired Law firm 2022-2023My experience with the Law Office of Cynthia Smith’s billing and service practices left much to be desired. The recurrence of charges for the same services, the inclusion of billable hours extending beyond reasonable timeframes, and the absence of explanations for these discrepancies were alarming. Moreover, the substantial increase of almost 65% higher than quoted in the overall cost, coupled with the lack of responsiveness and accountability, highlighted a level of disregard for client concerns and transparency. It is my sincere hope that sharing my experience will encourage others to carefully evaluate the billing practices of legal professionals they consider working with. Transparency, accuracy, and responsiveness in billing are essential components of any professional relationship, and my unfortunate experience with Cynthia underscores the importance of these factors.
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