Most reviewers describe Scott Smothers as thoughtful, knowledgeable in real estate and tenant law, and genuinely focused on client interests over profit. A smaller group reports communication breakdowns, unmet promises, and feeling abandoned when they could not pay upfront fees or during active matters.
Multiple recent clients report Kingston collected substantial fees but failed to advocate in court, sitting silent during hearings and ignoring their stated objectives. Older reviews praise her on estate and will work, but current disputes paint a pattern of inaction and fee disputes.
Cynthia Lewis and her team, especially paralegal Beth Edwards, earn consistent five-star praise for turning bankruptcy stress into clarity. Reviewers value her expertise with complicated cases, fast communication, and genuine empathy throughout the process.
Alex McClure resolves judgment and debt matters with exceptional responsiveness, spending hours with clients to explain complex situations clearly and without pressure. His combination of detailed strategic work, genuine empathy, and demonstrable settlement success (one client saw a debt reduced to 8% of the original amount) creates outcomes that routinely exceed client expectations, though his practice sometimes reaches capacity limits. Clients consistently praise his willingness to be directly available, even turning away work gracefully to help callers find alternatives. His background in collections and relationships with other law firms help him negotiate favorable resolutions for judgment defense, debt settlement, and consumer protection issues across Central Florida and Seminole County.
Last updated 2026-08-27