I'm a middle aged guy. I only mention that because no matter how optimistic your point of view, the margin of error for mistakes in judgement shrinks as you get older. It's like a pilot who couldn't successfully get out of a stahl, just because he was too close to the ground. He knew what to do, but there just wasn't enough time to recover (I fly a Cesna 152). I recently signed a contract to sell my house. In the weeks prior to the closing date, I got a sobering understanding of the state of the real estate market. Houses were absurdly expensive. Sure I sold my house for good money. But now what ? Too late though, I signed a binding contract. Can't get out of this stahl, not this time. The buyer was paying cash, and already had $250K in the escrow. This is as a done deal, right ? As it turns out on the day of closing, there was a discrepancy or misunderstanding on the buyers side, which my very astute escrow attorney pointed out. I was referred to attorney Richard Gaines. Since time was of the essence, he was communicating with my escrow agent and buyers attorney within the hour. That same day, he wrote a detailed email complete with contractual references. The buyers attorney had our very well written position within a couple of hours the day of the closing. I was impressed with my attorneys swift analysis, strategy and execution. By the end of the week, I was released from the contract and got my house back ! I highly recommend Richard Gaines as a skilled and effective advocate in time of need.

Mr Gaines handled our case from beginning to end in a professional manner. His staff and him were responsive and had a strong sense of urgency in handling any needs we had. Thank you!

I was referred to Mr Richard Gaines by my lawyer in my home town, Towson Maryland, when in dire need of a Florida lawyer. Due to the distance between us I was nervous. Mr. Gaines immediately put me at ease by being available to me. I felt as if I were his only client even when I knew he was either on his way into court or coming out of court. His professional expertise in his field, means of communication and compassion made an emotional, stressful and serious family situation for me bearable. Richard kept me abreast without being excessive. I felt Richard looked after my financial well being, a rare find. He always reassured me yet never gave me false hope. He has such a calm about him. The ability to identify the root of problems, open to ways of solving of the problem and as a result, success...Richard WON an extremely difficult case for me. I know, without a doubt, that without Richard, his honest character, honorable integrity and respectful relationship that he has for the court, opposing lawyer and his client, an innocent child, we would have lost ,a loss that would have been more than the case. I have never written a review nor ever been compelled to until now. My simple words will not, can not, express the thanks, gratitude, nor all the sentiments that I so wish I could convey to a man I have not even faced. Remember, I was referred to Richard by my lawyer in Maryland. My lawyers respect for Richard, his confidence in Richard in Florida was a win win for me... working with him and he, we , won! If I had to give a snap shot of Richards attributes and skills I would bullet these but not limit them to : *Responsive *Analytical Sills *Speaking Skills *Listening Skills *Perseverance *Logical Thinking Mr. Richard H. Gaines , without a shadow of a doubt, is an exemplary lawyer.

Mr. Richard Gaines my attorney held several arguments to win my case. Due to a strong arguments my attorney was able to defend me. He made very possible for judge to be on my side and we won the case. Thank to Richard I was able to live in piece again.

Richard has Guided me thru an incredible and almost disastrous divorce proceeding that had a 99% chance of failure. However Richard somehow miraculously saved a marriage. Most Firms would have an opportunity to escalate fees, and destroy two lives. Not Mr. Gaines!! He saved a 48 year marriage. He defused the villains, he infused logic, and caused reality to prevail. I have experienced many lawyers, I have spent sums with 2 commas, but I have never experienced professional understanding as I have with Richard and his incredible staff. God bless them all!!

Mr. Gaines was a pleasure to work with. He made me feel so comfortable and confident through this entire process. I knew I could completely trust him. We got my divorce done very quickly and I was able to get everything that I knew was rightfully mine. If you need an amazing divorce lawyer look no further !

Richard is the goto lawyer for legal advice. I had a very bad experience with my first lawyer and as soon as I made my mind to retain a new lawyer to represent my case I found Richard with a very good reviews. I went with Richard just by seeing the reviews and today I can say that I made the right decision by choosing him as my attorney to represent me. He response in a timely manner,very knowledgeable and easy to approach. Richard saved lot of my time and money by giving his valuable legal advices. Divorce is a very stressful situation but if you have a good attorney it can be very smooth and simple and yes Richard made it smooth and simple in my case with the best possible outcome for me! I am always grateful for his service and with a huge respect I highly recommend him.

From consultation to the end of the case, Mr Gaines always stayed in direct contact, explained in detail, had an amazing professional presence thru-out the years that my lawsuit went on. We actually won two out of two separate cases all within the same suit. Would absolutely recommend Mr Gaines!

Richard Gaines did a great job for me. I hired him after firing my divorce lawyer for being disconnected, uninterested and antagonistic toward the opposing lawyer. I had to make a change as minor squabbles were costing my children money as their parents waged an expensive fight. Richard simplified things and explained options clearly. He was very thorough and walked me through every decision. In the end, my wife fired her lawyer and signed off on the divorce without a lawyer. I felt I could trust Richard and in the end, my wife did too. You can't go wrong with Richard Gaines.

Mr. Gaines worked with me to get my ex husband to settle before going to court with the settlement amount I was happy with. He was very informative throughout the entire process. I would definitely use him again and recommend him to others.

I'm a middle aged guy. I only mention that because no matter how optimistic your point of view, the margin of error for mistakes in judgement shrinks as you get older. It's like a pilot who couldn't successfully get out of a stahl, just because he was too close to the ground. He knew what to do, but there just wasn't enough time to recover (I fly a Cesna 152). I recently signed a contract to sell my house. In the weeks prior to the closing date, I got a sobering understanding of the state of the real estate market. Houses were absurdly expensive. Sure I sold my house for good money. But now what ? Too late though, I signed a binding contract. Can't get out of this stahl, not this time. The buyer was paying cash, and already had $250K in the escrow. This is as a done deal, right ? As it turns out on the day of closing, there was a discrepancy or misunderstanding on the buyers side, which my very astute escrow attorney pointed out. I was referred to attorney Richard Gaines. Since time was of the essence, he was communicating with my escrow agent and buyers attorney within the hour. That same day, he wrote a detailed email complete with contractual references. The buyers attorney had our very well written position within a couple of hours the day of the closing. I was impressed with my attorneys swift analysis, strategy and execution. By the end of the week, I was released from the contract and got my house back ! I highly recommend Richard Gaines as a skilled and effective advocate in time of need.

Mr Gaines handled our case from beginning to end in a professional manner. His staff and him were responsive and had a strong sense of urgency in handling any needs we had. Thank you!

I was referred to Mr Richard Gaines by my lawyer in my home town, Towson Maryland, when in dire need of a Florida lawyer. Due to the distance between us I was nervous. Mr. Gaines immediately put me at ease by being available to me. I felt as if I were his only client even when I knew he was either on his way into court or coming out of court. His professional expertise in his field, means of communication and compassion made an emotional, stressful and serious family situation for me bearable. Richard kept me abreast without being excessive. I felt Richard looked after my financial well being, a rare find. He always reassured me yet never gave me false hope. He has such a calm about him. The ability to identify the root of problems, open to ways of solving of the problem and as a result, success...Richard WON an extremely difficult case for me. I know, without a doubt, that without Richard, his honest character, honorable integrity and respectful relationship that he has for the court, opposing lawyer and his client, an innocent child, we would have lost ,a loss that would have been more than the case. I have never written a review nor ever been compelled to until now. My simple words will not, can not, express the thanks, gratitude, nor all the sentiments that I so wish I could convey to a man I have not even faced. Remember, I was referred to Richard by my lawyer in Maryland. My lawyers respect for Richard, his confidence in Richard in Florida was a win win for me... working with him and he, we , won! If I had to give a snap shot of Richards attributes and skills I would bullet these but not limit them to : *Responsive *Analytical Sills *Speaking Skills *Listening Skills *Perseverance *Logical Thinking Mr. Richard H. Gaines , without a shadow of a doubt, is an exemplary lawyer.

Mr. Richard Gaines my attorney held several arguments to win my case. Due to a strong arguments my attorney was able to defend me. He made very possible for judge to be on my side and we won the case. Thank to Richard I was able to live in piece again.

Richard has Guided me thru an incredible and almost disastrous divorce proceeding that had a 99% chance of failure. However Richard somehow miraculously saved a marriage. Most Firms would have an opportunity to escalate fees, and destroy two lives. Not Mr. Gaines!! He saved a 48 year marriage. He defused the villains, he infused logic, and caused reality to prevail. I have experienced many lawyers, I have spent sums with 2 commas, but I have never experienced professional understanding as I have with Richard and his incredible staff. God bless them all!!

Mr. Gaines was a pleasure to work with. He made me feel so comfortable and confident through this entire process. I knew I could completely trust him. We got my divorce done very quickly and I was able to get everything that I knew was rightfully mine. If you need an amazing divorce lawyer look no further !

Richard is the goto lawyer for legal advice. I had a very bad experience with my first lawyer and as soon as I made my mind to retain a new lawyer to represent my case I found Richard with a very good reviews. I went with Richard just by seeing the reviews and today I can say that I made the right decision by choosing him as my attorney to represent me. He response in a timely manner,very knowledgeable and easy to approach. Richard saved lot of my time and money by giving his valuable legal advices. Divorce is a very stressful situation but if you have a good attorney it can be very smooth and simple and yes Richard made it smooth and simple in my case with the best possible outcome for me! I am always grateful for his service and with a huge respect I highly recommend him.

From consultation to the end of the case, Mr Gaines always stayed in direct contact, explained in detail, had an amazing professional presence thru-out the years that my lawsuit went on. We actually won two out of two separate cases all within the same suit. Would absolutely recommend Mr Gaines!

Richard Gaines did a great job for me. I hired him after firing my divorce lawyer for being disconnected, uninterested and antagonistic toward the opposing lawyer. I had to make a change as minor squabbles were costing my children money as their parents waged an expensive fight. Richard simplified things and explained options clearly. He was very thorough and walked me through every decision. In the end, my wife fired her lawyer and signed off on the divorce without a lawyer. I felt I could trust Richard and in the end, my wife did too. You can't go wrong with Richard Gaines.

Mr. Gaines worked with me to get my ex husband to settle before going to court with the settlement amount I was happy with. He was very informative throughout the entire process. I would definitely use him again and recommend him to others.