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Cordell & Cordell was co-founded in 1990 by Joseph E. Cordell and his wife, Yvonne, as a general practice firm with a focus on men’s divorce and family law.
Mr. Cordell noticed about 98% of the firm’s clients were men, and the need for a level playing field in divorce courts sparked the idea of Cordell & Cordell.
“During the course of that experience I couldn’t help but notice the challenges consistently facing the guys’ side of the table when it comes to custody, maintenance issues, and accusations of domestic violence,” Mr. Cordell said. “I found in waging those fights that I enjoyed it more. So we proclaimed ourselves as a firm that devoted itself to representing men in domestic relations matters.”
Cordell & Cordell is honored to have received an A+ rating by the Better Business Bureau, which is a testament to our firm’s emphasis on client satisfaction. Trust, honesty, and integrity are all components of the BBB accreditation standards.
Our firm’s passionate devotion to providing clients unmatched customer service and top-tier legal representation has largely driven Cordell & Cordell’s success. Now, as an accredited member of the BBB, Cordell & Cordell is nationally recognized as a leader in client satisfaction.
The firm has developed the unique experience and familiarity with the male perspective as it is affected in the family law courts to allow our clients to feel comfortable that their point of view is understood and accurately represented.
Our belief is that too often divorce lawyers and even judges resign themselves to stereotypes and thus perpetuate the status quo. We are not suggesting this mentality is malicious or even conscious, but it is prevalent. Cordell & Cordell is here to help men level the playing field in the family court system.
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Attorney Phelan is extremely knowledgeable in regard to family law and appellate work. He is also extremely willing to give his time to help other attorneys.
Attorney Phelan is extremely knowledgeable in regard to family law and appellate work. He is also extremely willing to give his time to help other attorneys.
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Review for
Diana M. Megalla
by a Attorney
on 05/11/22
in Family Law
Diana's understanding and practice of family law is detailed, thoughtful, and reasonable. She often seeks and achieves the best outcome for her clients.. She is responsible and responsive and does not shy away from challenging cases. Her advocacy a...
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Diana's understanding and practice of family law is detailed, thoughtful, and reasonable. She often seeks and achieves the best outcome for her clients.. She is responsible and responsive and does not shy away from challenging cases. Her advocacy and legal acumen in her practice area makes her a formidable advocate for her clients.
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5.0/5.0
Review for
Diana M. Megalla
by a Partner
on 05/11/22
in Family Law
I have referred a few contacts to Diana and they have been very satisfied with her services. Diana is knowledgeable and personable and I will continue to recommend her.
I have referred a few contacts to Diana and they have been very satisfied with her services. Diana is knowledgeable and personable and I will continue to recommend her.
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5.0/5.0
Review for
Diana M. Megalla
by a Managing Partner
on 04/11/22
in Family Law
Diana is a diligent attorney. I have dealt with her serveral times and she has always been professional and courteous. She is also very helpful and strives to provide the best legal representation for her clients.
Diana is a diligent attorney. I have dealt with her serveral times and she has always been professional and courteous. She is also very helpful and strives to provide the best legal representation for her clients.
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Cordell & Cordell got this award in 2026
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Cordell & Cordell got this award in 2026
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