Borsberry Law Offices, P.C. - Peoria, Illinois

Kristi V.

I can't say enough good things about Joe Borsberry and his team. I would hire him again for any future matters, no questions asked. Our case involved our son, who is a minor, and I was taken back at how well he spoke with a child. He made our son feel comfortable and understood, while also explaining things at a level that our son understood the processes that were going on. From start to finish we were regularly updated on the case, never feeling like we were left in the dark. The fees were very reasonable for the services and follow-up provided.

Zach K.

I needed help with filing legal documents outside of my home area. After reading reviews and checking references, I decided to go with Borsberry Law. I was quoted a fair price on my initial inquiry and received a clear plan for my desired outcome. Most of my work was handled by Jennifer, the paralegal, who was outstanding. I always felt like my time was valued and that my needs were met. In the end, I was able to get the outcome I was looking for thanks to Borsberry Law. I highly recommend them for your legal needs.

Christy A.

Alert: Authenticity Concerns

Joe, offers a $100 rebate to clients who leave positive reviews. This undermines the integrity of the review system.

Why Authentic Reviews Matter

Family law clients often make significant financial commitments (retainers of $3,000-$5,000) based on very limited information (30-minute consultations). Genuine reviews provide a small but crucial insight into an attorney's negotiation style, responsiveness and professionalism.

Ethical Implications

Paying for reviews probably violates the legal profession's code of ethics. No other attorneys are known to engage in this practice.

Broader Impact

Deceptive practices erode trust and undermine community reliance on review systems and make life harder for decades to come.

When you wait in a long line at the airport, realize it is because some jerk ruined the ease of getting on a plane for everyone for decades to come. Every time you lose your keys or have to lock your door, it is because of selfish people that we even have keys.

Recommendations

1. Future clients: exercise caution and consider lower-rated reviews.
2. Report Joe to the ethics board.
3. Current clients: Write two reviews, one exposing Joe and one getting the 100 rebate.
4. Treat other attorneys that do this the same way or this behavior may spread.
5. Joe B. and associates: stop this behavior.

Rayshawn W.

I've been through family court before but I'll have to say hiring Joe was the worst mistake I've ever made. Sending prayers out there to who ever think about hiring him save your money to get a better attorney because he will do more harm then help. Quick to settle case's without going to the judge that does not benefit his clients and he also slightly holds back information. Also his assistant Denise is not good at listening to your case. It's sad when everytime you go to the office to talk to them you can feel they're milking you constantly repeating what you want done

Kora L.

Title: Disastrous Legal Representation: A Cautionary Tale
Do not let the stars fool you. We hired him based on the stars, and he is nowhere near a 4-star level; more like a 0-star level. He had 44 reviews when we hired him, then someone gave him a bad review, and then he miraculously had 88 reviews in a very short time keeping his average at 4 stars.
In my recent experience with Borsberry Law Offices, I encountered incompetence that I never thought possible from a legal representative. In fact, I’m not sure his actions were not intentional. From start to finish, my interaction with this lawyer was nothing short of a train wreck, leaving me feeling betrayed and out of pocket.
First and foremost, the issue of financial exploitation cannot be overstated. Not only did Joe Borsberry fail to represent me competently, but he also charged exorbitant fees for services that were either subpar or non-existent. I was led to believe that communicating primarily with his paralegal would save costs, only to find out later that this was a ruse to get me to hire his firm. The paralegal would simply transfer the call to him (he consistently had not had a chance to read the emails yet), leaving me in perpetual frustration and confusion.
Moreover, the sheer negligence in handling essential guardianship and adoption paperwork is inexcusable. We were charged for preparing and filing documents that were never submitted, leading to dire consequences for our case. I did not find out he had not filed the paperwork until we fired him and hired a new law firm, and he had the audacity to bill us for letting him go.
The pinnacle of disappointment came during our court proceedings, where Joe Borsberry demonstrated a shocking lack of preparedness. His flippant dismissal of our loss as “the judge sure screwed you" speaks volumes about his inability to accept responsibility for his shortcomings. To add insult to injury, witnessing him engage in idle chatter with opposing counsel further underscored the sense that my case was trivial to him.
In hindsight, it is abundantly clear that entrusting Borsberry Law Firm with my legal matters was a grave error. His incompetence and disregard for his client's interests have left me emotionally drained. If given the chance, I would implore anyone considering his services to look elsewhere for competent and ethical representation. I regret he ever took our case.

Missy

I am delighted to share my positive experience with my lawyer Mr. Borsberry and his paralegal Melissa Mullens. Whom not only made me feel at ease but also kept me well-informed throughout my case. From our initial consultation, they took the time to understand my concerns and ensure I felt comfortable discussing my legal matters. Throughout the process, they regularly updated me on the progress of my case, promptly responded to my questions, and explained complex legal concepts in a clear and easily understandable manner. Their professionalism and communication skills were truly remarkable, making a potentially stressful situation much easier to navigate. I highly recommend my lawyer for their ability to create a supportive and informative environment. They truly care about what is right for family's.

Liz S.

I used him when my son’s father blindsided me by taking me to court. I felt super rushed and Joe said he knows the other lawyer and how she is, so pretty much I need to hire him now and get on it. Really they were friends. And after talking to so many lawyers after the fact. The case didn’t even stand in trial. It should have been dismissed 100% but no he wanted money for him and this other lawyer. He didn’t do anything for me except keep custody the same and have my child support payments decrease by a lot. Which at one point he told me I need to be paying dad. I had to figure out my own math and tell Joe no the calculator says way more that I should get. He does NOT fight for you, just charge you for any tiny email or call for you sticking up for yourself to him. My whole family cringes when we hear his name.

Walter N.

I really liked Joe Borsberry. He really handled my case and a very professional manner. Joe treated me in a special way if though I was his only client. I would recommend him to anyone. .He really deserves five stars and plus. Thanks Joe