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HMW Law

Updated 2026-08-27 · 5,028 reviewed · 135 listed · Scored from 364 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.8(364) 82 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
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HMW Law
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Foreclosure Defense Litigation, Loan Modification & Loss Mitigation, Foreclosure Service
Reviews
364

What recent reviews say

Most clients report successful case outcomes and strong courtroom work from Brandon Pokersnik and Justin Weatherly. Cases dismissed, sentences reduced to probation, and charges dropped appear routinely. One client's child faced expulsion and criminal charges but was fully exonerated with the firm's help.

However, three reviewers named specific attorneys (Brandon Pokersnik, Justin Weatherly, Rita Alvarenga) as unresponsive or negligent. One did not file a required objection despite seven text reminders and charged $6,000. Another ghosted a caller seeking initial legal advice. A third drew criticism for lazy preparation. The firm shows sharp variation in service quality depending on which attorney handles your case.

Praised for
  • strong courtroom advocacy
  • responsive communication
  • charges reduced or dismissed
  • knowledgeable attorneys
  • passionate case handling
Watch-outs
  • missed deadlines
  • unresponsive after initial contact
  • inconsistent attorney quality
  • no follow-up or apologies
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Best for: clients needing felony or serious misdemeanor defense in Ohio with a proactive attorney.
Think twice if: attorney assignment is unclear before hiring. Some named lawyers here have missed deadlines and ignored client contact; others excel.

Strengths

  • obtains case dismissals
  • achieves sentence reductions
  • experienced courtroom advocates
  • available across Ohio

Worth knowing

  • Brandon Pokersnik praised for charge reduction and courtroom preparation; also cited for missing a deadline on an objection filing and charging $6,000 despite the failure
  • Justin Weatherly reduced a client's sentence from 17 years to 2 years probation across multiple counties and cases; another client criticized him as lazy and negligent
  • Rita Alvarenga reportedly ghosted a caller seeking initial legal consultation
  • staff member Ashlee called weekly about driving privilege status

How it compares

  • Rated 4.8 against a 4.63 average across the 81 foreclosure defense litigation businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 98% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Rank
Star rating 85
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 50
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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Last updated 2026-08-27