Copenhaver, Ellett & Derrico

Michelle Derrico represented me for a reasonable fee, showed great interest in my case, was sensitive to my concerns, and open to my input. She researched and built a case which she deployed in court to great affect. My case could have potentially resulted in suspension of my license, or a jail sentence. Michelle utilized her research skill, her understanding of the Law, and her expert court room approach, to have two of my charges dropped, and a third reduced to a simple traffic ticket. I was extremely happy with the outcome. I highly recommend Michelle Derrico. I hope I never again require the services of an attorney, but if I do, Michelle Derrico is the one I'll call.

I've worked with Rick & Michelle Derrico on many occasions. They have assisted me with legal matters related to a rental property I own, with real estate contract issues my clients have confronted, and with Homeowner Association issues, where I'm the treasurer. Without exception, in all my dealings with them, I have been very pleased with their knowledge of the law, professionalism, accessibility, and just downright common sense. They're easy to talk with. Also, as a real estate agent, they have referred several of their clients to me -- people going through divorce and families settling estates. Again, without exception, their clients I've met have all been very satisfied with and complementary of the quality of services the Derricos provide.

Michelle was excellent, she was knowledgeable and walked me through the entire process. What to expect, what could happen. She provided me with great advice to be better prepared. At the end of the day, her knowledge and advocacy helped me mitigate my issue with ease. Highly recommend, especially for those out of towners like myself.

Rick is the rare multi-practice attorney who actually knows more than one trick. He seems to have an encyclopedic knowledge of estate planning. Given virtually any scenario, Rick can cite personal and/or professional experience he's had with that very situation. He's mainly written wills and other documents for me and my family. However, I've also had the privilege of watching him at work in the courthouse as a trial attorney. He generally has a good rapport with clients, fellow lawyers and judges who comprise the 23rd Judicial District. He gets the job done efficiently and with good humor.

The Derrico's have been doing all our legal work for years. They've done our wills, living wills, power-of-attorney, etc. Their work is always excellent, professional and at reasonable cost. They've also done trust work for us, helping dissolve an 80 year old, complicated trust that had tied up family real estate for generations.