Castle & Associates Barristers & Solicitors
7 reviews 221 10 Ave SE #302, Calgary, AB +1 403-265-3403 www.castleandassociates.ca suggest an edit
22 September 2023 10:10
It’s obvious this firm cares only about monetary value and not the actual helping of their clients. Avoid this firm at all costs because it’ll cost you.
26 February 2023 0:00
Great firm and awesome lawyers. Cori is extremely knowledgeable and dedicated. I can't thank her enough. She handled my case like a champion. 5 star over and over again.
02 October 2022 8:30
I recently used Castle and Associates for a second time after submitting a family court application after a mediation last year in early 2021. I can't stress enough that Diann is an amazing lawyer and you get what you pay for. Diann's associate Tanya Kelm was also amazing in the handling of my case and letters, court documents, affidavits and documentation but Ms Castle handled my court date and I got everything I wanted, Diann was so good in court the opposing counsels lawyer barely got 10 words in. I felt bad for the other side. Diann commanded the court room on this day and because of her experience I was successful. Worth every penny, I highly recommend Diann and Tanya.
13 April 2022 13:43
Diann Castle.
She represented me when my father passed away. She also has represented my Father in the past so I thought I could trust her, but after noticing numerous RED FLAGS with her for example - I was not provided any information regarding the associated costs and how it was going to be implemented (hourly, phone calls, emails, etc.) prior to invoicing. Even tried Confirming with her and no reply. Also usually before a lawyer agrees to act on behalf of a client, a retainer agreement is required. I did not sign any such document/contract prior to commencement/Billing.
After thoroughly reviewing the invoice (after having to ask for a detailed summary), I noticed numerous miscalculations based on my call records. This lead me to believe that the evaluations on the remaining items to also be inaccurate.
Do Not Hire DIANN CASTLE! Unless you have stupid amounts of money to toss away
She represented me when my father passed away. She also has represented my Father in the past so I thought I could trust her, but after noticing numerous RED FLAGS with her for example - I was not provided any information regarding the associated costs and how it was going to be implemented (hourly, phone calls, emails, etc.) prior to invoicing. Even tried Confirming with her and no reply. Also usually before a lawyer agrees to act on behalf of a client, a retainer agreement is required. I did not sign any such document/contract prior to commencement/Billing.
After thoroughly reviewing the invoice (after having to ask for a detailed summary), I noticed numerous miscalculations based on my call records. This lead me to believe that the evaluations on the remaining items to also be inaccurate.
Do Not Hire DIANN CASTLE! Unless you have stupid amounts of money to toss away
04 September 2021 6:56
I hired Dianne. I wouldn't recommend her what so ever! When I fired her she cried and asked if I was threatening her. I told her to grow up.
The billing was something else as well.
We all know now that who ever has the kids wins hands down. The lawyers know this but pry on your emotions. Its sickening how they will kick you when your down. If your spouse has the kids and especially doesn't work you might as well bend over cause your going to loose 70 percent of your net income, even if you had Johnnie Cochrane.
The lawyers all know this it's a big joke they ask what do you want for the adult that has the kids because they know they can have it all. I don't know how they live with a rigged game and pretend to be ligetimate but it all pays well doesn't it.
Further to the comment below Dianne was responsible for court and the agreement not the other lawyer.
The billing was something else as well.
We all know now that who ever has the kids wins hands down. The lawyers know this but pry on your emotions. Its sickening how they will kick you when your down. If your spouse has the kids and especially doesn't work you might as well bend over cause your going to loose 70 percent of your net income, even if you had Johnnie Cochrane.
The lawyers all know this it's a big joke they ask what do you want for the adult that has the kids because they know they can have it all. I don't know how they live with a rigged game and pretend to be ligetimate but it all pays well doesn't it.
Further to the comment below Dianne was responsible for court and the agreement not the other lawyer.
27 February 2021 22:30
Cori Mercier from Castle & Associates has been a diligent, organized and effective lawyer in my case. She has a sound knowledge of the family law legal system and how to navigate it for her clients. She has always been polite and respectful and I felt that she listened to me and always responded in a timely manner. Lourdes Garcia was also extremely friendly, professional and supportive and they both made a big difference in helping me feel confident that my legal case was being taken care of in the best possible way. Nobody wants to have to use family law lawyers and they made the process much easier. I would recommend this firm.
02 January 2021 0:04
I was fighting in family court for my children. Diann was my lawyer. Yes Diann is expensive. That been said she is amazing to deal with. You get what you pay for. Diann assistant Sara was also great. Everything was timely and they helped take some of the stress out of the situation I was in.
They got me what I wanted and were very straight forward and honest. I spoke to Diann and it was always about the best interest of the kids. I cant thank her enough as Ive been in and out of court for a decade and had other lawyers but she was the one who helped me finish things up. I highly recommend her and the staff and Castle law.
Thank you.
They got me what I wanted and were very straight forward and honest. I spoke to Diann and it was always about the best interest of the kids. I cant thank her enough as Ive been in and out of court for a decade and had other lawyers but she was the one who helped me finish things up. I highly recommend her and the staff and Castle law.
Thank you.