Testimonials - Rincker Law, PLLC

What Others Are Saying

She’s the one you want on your side.
In 2018, I was stuck in the middle of a drawn-out custody battle that took up my time, money, and patience. Fed up, I started looking for a new law firm to represent me and my son. From day one, Cari took the lead. She listened empathetically, understood the struggles we were going through, and planned a strategic way forward. Attentive to our needs, she made this an efficient process. Every step of the way, she was candid about the situation. I appreciated her straightforward, no-nonsense approach, even if it wasn't what I wanted or expected to hear. Despite her busy schedule and other client obligations, she always advocated for us, making our case the priority. After months of drawn-out back and forth, when our case finally went to court, our permanent parenting plan was established and gave me more custody than I had expected. Looking back, Cari was the hope I needed during a dark time. As a woman, she understood the struggles of being a single mom, listened non-judgmentally, and treated me with the utmost respect. Despite all the motions that were tied up in the case, she remained focused, revealing the truth without attacking. She made something emotionally draining, dignified. To this day, she has checked in on us, offered her advice, and continues to be a presence in our lives. I am forever grateful and would recommend Rincker Law to anyone seeking justice for their family.

- Heidi

Excellent Service and Support
Five years ago, after a frustrating experience with another law firm, I turned to Cari and her team at Rincker Law. Two years earlier, I had inherited farmland that had been in my family for generations. Unfortunate circumstances complicated the process, and my previous lawyer only made things worse. Despite my hesitations and fears, my first meeting with Cari went smoothly. From the start, she demonstrated extensive knowledge, empathy, and professionalism. She took my disorganized paperwork, clarified the situation, and walked me through the next steps, assuring me that everything would be handled. Throughout this journey, Cari has lifted the burden from my shoulders, guiding me step-by-step through the complexities of the legal process. Thanks to her expertise, we have now successfully navigated the legal hurdles and listed the land for sale. When it sells, I trust Rincker Law to handle the next steps with the same efficiency and care. I can’t say enough about Rincker Law’s expertise, especially when it comes to family and agricultural law. Cari’s professionalism is matched by her empathy and even a sense of humor that lightened a stressful situation. She restored my trust in legal professionals, and I finally see a positive resolution, thanks to her guidance. I highly recommend Rincker Law to anyone in need of legal assistance. They are responsive, approachable, and genuinely dedicated to their clients.

- Anonymous

Highly Recommended!
Though I don’t remember how I met Cari and her team at Rincker Law, I do remember that it was the best choice I could have made during a challenging time in my life. Struggling through a painful divorce, I needed someone who could provide a nice balance of professionalism and empathy. The drawn-out divorce process required legal expertise and an emotional support system that I didn’t know I needed. Cari listened to my needs and concerns, provided unbiased advice, and represented me in a way where I felt protected. Navigating me through, she explained legal ramifications, gave unbiased advice, and efficiently streamlined the process. Now a decade later, I’m happily married, and content with my new life. Together, we returned to Rincker Law for help with our wills. I’m so grateful for the partner I had through the ups and downs of my life and would not be where I am without the help I needed during a difficult time. Cari’s warmth, professionalism, communication, and empathy will always be part of my memories. I strongly recommend Rincker Law and encourage you to trust them with all your legal needs.

- Anonymous

Amazing Lawyer!
Cari Rincker stands out from any other lawyer I've worked with professionally. She maintains a very high level of professionalism and expertise, while also providing warmth and empathy. When you meet with Cari, she doesn't overwhelm you with legalese or make you feel like you're being cross-examined. Instead, she listens thoughtfully and offers digestible advice, explaining complex legal situations in a way that makes sense in layman's terms. I was impressed with Cari's deep knowledge of the law. She is an exceptional generalist with multiple specialties. When I went to her for general counsel, she was able to give me high-level advice and then refer me to an expert for confirmation. Each time, that expert would echo her initial counsel and validate her suggestions. That's how talented she is. Cari was always prompt in her responses and transparent in her communication. She is a fantastic lawyer and I recommend her to anyone.

- Anonymous

Divorce Mediation
In 2018, my wife and I decided to divorce. Since it was a mutual decision, we wanted it resolved amicably for the best interest of our kids. Though we anticipated a straightforward process, we needed help with preparation, court scheduling, and legal guidance to ensure everything proceeded quickly, smoothly, and legally. From the outset, Cari and her team excelled. Cari took the time to understand our needs and wishes, meticulously covering every aspect of shared property. She explained our options, and the process while answering all our questions. After scheduling the court date, she prepared the necessary documents and readied us for the judge's questions. Throughout, we felt Cari always had our best interests in mind, never prolonging the process or complicating it for her benefit. She streamlined the procedure and guided us at every step. We deeply appreciate her expertise, guidance, and empathy, and are forever grateful to Cari for helping us navigate this challenging time as seamlessly as possible.

- Hans

Smart, Efficient and Effective
As sympathetic as she is smart, Cari's ability to understand complex issues quickly impressed me right from the start. Since my legal matter was a personal one, I appreciated the way in which Cari sought to understand my situation without being invasive. Her insights afforded me a fresh perspective and contextualized the issues in practical, actionable, terms. Cari’s approach to business exemplifies the benefits of working with a small firm. She navigated complicated matters efficiently, keeping costs down without sacrificing results. She is direct and responds to questions with both consideration as well as speed. Cari reviewed all documents herself and worked directly with the other party, avoiding any unnecessary bureaucratic steps that you might find at a big law firm. If Cari doesn't feel that she is the right expert for your case, she will provide a referral to another lawyer whom she trusts. Cari is smart, sympathetic and principled. I recommend her and her firm’s services wholeheartedly and would certainly hire her again.

- Sara

I highly recommend - Cari Rincker is the best!
I reached out to Cari for legal assistance after my ex-husband served me with demands for an out-of-state visitation agreement for our teenage daughter. At the time, I had full physical/legal custody and my daughter was against the proposed travel schedule. Cari was a fierce advocate for both of us. She expertly managed a tense situation with compassion and strength. She stayed level-headed and expertly navigated negotiations no matter what the other side threw at us. From day one, I felt very taken care of and knew I could count on her to respond to all of my questions and keep me well-informed. Cari always took the time to explain the situation to me and the pros and cons of different paths we could take. Instead of feeling overwhelmed, she helped me feel empowered and secure. My daughter and I are in a better place now because of Cari and I encourage anyone in a similar situation to work with Rincker Law. I will always be grateful for Cari’s strategic abilities, attentiveness and interpersonal skills.

- Anna

In 2015, I reached out to Cari and her team at Rincker Law. As a male going through a rough divorce and seeking fair shared custody of my son, I had a lot on the line to make sure the legal process went smoothly. Recommended by a friend, Cari was quick to schedule a meeting. She listened attentively to my situation, took notes, asked questions, and took the lead on crafting a plan forward. Professional confident, and always with a soft-spoken demeanor, my mind was at ease. She built my trust quickly by being expedient through the whole process, delivering on her promises, and accomplishing everything she said she would. What I appreciated the most was her strong will to support me through a vulnerable time. She held firm in her stance and combatted any issues thrown our way. With everything to lose, I’m forever grateful to Ricker Law for getting me where I am today. I strongly recommend Cari and her team to anyone looking for a legal partner in challenging life-changing situations.

- Artem

Fantastic Divorce Attorney!
Cari and her team were exactly what I was looking for in a divorce attorney. I felt supported from the very first meeting- great, clear, and fast communication. Through a difficult and long divorce with several roadblocks by my ex, Cari was there and got me the resolution I wanted/needed. I don't know how I would have gotten through it without them and I'm so grateful for the work they did on my behalf. I highly recommend Cari and she would be my first call if I were to need legal support in the future!

- Breanna

About seven years ago, during a difficult divorce, I began searching for a lawyer and reached out to Carri at Rincker Law. From the start, Carri stood out—our conversations were easy, and I never felt intimidated. She has a unique ability to make the legal process feel less overwhelming while maintaining a professional yet personable approach.

What impressed me most was her clear and honest advice. Carri didn’t sugarcoat anything and was direct about what the law required, helping me manage my expectations and focus on what truly mattered. Even after my divorce was finalized, she remained accessible for other legal guidance, which was invaluable.

I’ve already recommended Carri to friends and wouldn’t hesitate to do so again. Her expertise, combined with her down-to-earth demeanor, made a challenging situation much easier to navigate. If you’re looking for a knowledgeable lawyer who genuinely cares about her clients, I highly recommend Rincker Law.

- Josh

I've known Cari since childhood, but it wasn't until a few years ago that we crossed paths professionally. Cari represented me to address some complicated family matters. She made me feel heard and provided clear explanations of what was going on in a way that a non-lawyer could understand.

While I already knew her to be down-to-earth and hard-working, the time I spent as her client deepened my appreciation for Cari's strategic abilities. She really goes the extra mile to achieve long-term goals instead of settling for short-term gains. It's kind of like watching an expert chess player, but in a courtroom.

If I had to do it all over again, I would 100% stick with Cari by my side. She fought for me and guided me through a difficult time with compassion. I was proud to have a lawyer who values fairness and genuinely cares about people. If you need legal help, I highly recommend Cari and the Rincker Law team.

- Darin

Working with Rinker Law was a pleasant surprise, they were so timely and efficient. Communication is just one of the areas that they excel in. Cari and her staff were helpful, informative and available to get my project compiled, edited and finalized. If looking for a law firm that will stand beside and with you, Rinker Law is an excellent choice. I'll be utilizing them again.

- Jaye

I have known Cari for many years and have worked with her both professionally and personally. Her attention to detail and desire to be the best advocate for her clients is second to none.

- Tara

Cari Rincker took on my custody/ visitation case in 2017… Cari went above and beyond helping with everything thing I was going through at that time in my life…. Without going into great detail, she was always there when I called, and there to give me the best legal advice….. I would encourage anyone wanting family legal services/advice from to set up a meeting, as she made it clear what she can offer. I still to this day send her Christmas cards , she has a forever friend in me.

- Shad

Cari and her team are easy to work with, provide prompt and effective service. We highly recommend Cari and appreciate all she and the team have done for us.

- Alysta

Cari and her team are awesome. I needed to do my will but had no idea where to start. They were quick to answer my questions and get it all set up. Do your will! It’s just peace of mind.

- Carrie

Cari has a unique combination of legal skills and practical production agricultural experience that make her an asset not only to her clients, but to the agricultural industry as a whole.

- Tiffany

Cari helped us in negotiating a solar lease. She did a fantastic job in communicating with the company and helping us to understand what was written, as well as negotiating in our best interest. She was professional and punctual throughout the whole process.

- Anonymous

I worked with Cari to represent me (groom) in drafting a prenup. There was quite a bit of back and forth because my partner's counsel was not as experienced with family law in NY State. Nonetheless, Cari went above and beyond to help get the agreement drafted and made the process as smooth as possible. This was in spite of the (to me) somewhat uncomfortable situation of being in an adversarial negotiation with your romantic partner. I'm pretty happy with the final agreement - it's clear and equitable to both parties. Would definitely work with her again!

- Anonymous

I have had a sanguine experience working with Cari regarding my separation and divorce. Cari is very helpful, especially in unwinding complex issues and making the client (me) understand the situation better and effectively guiding in taking the right decisions.

- Anonymous

I am so thankful to have had Cari's team in my corner. From beginning to end, every single issue/matter was addressed promptly. There were times of uncertainty throughout my case, but I remained confident during the entire process because I knew their team was just an email or a phone call away. If I could give 10 stars, I would. If needed, I can guarantee that I'd hire them again the future. Thank you all so much. You're all very much appreciated.

- Anonymous

I am a professional photographer and Cari helped me with a copyright infringement issue. She researched current statutes and thoroughly informed me what options were available to me and her suggestion for how to proceed. She issued a C&D to my client and a settlement offer for me to recoup my lost fees and attorney's fees. The other party pushed back several times and she guided me through each step as something new popped up. In the end, the other party settled and I got from it what I told Cari was my goal. She was quick to reply to all correspondence and was good about keeping me in the loop (briefly) so that I wasn't inundated with information I didn't need and didn't unnecessarily run up time. My husband and I are about to sell our home and will be using Cari to help us navigate that adventure as well! She is who I refer to now when I use the phrase "I need to call MY attorney!"

- Emily

Rincker Law assisted me with my LLC formation and business formalities. Cari and her team turned a confusing and daunting task into a simple, reassuring process. The results and deliverables were exactly what I was needing to help my business get off to a strong start!

- Anonymous

I hired Cari and her team to draft a standard prenuptial agreement. She was very responsive, took time to walk me through and clearly explain the agreement line by line. Any changes to the standard template were clearly explained and I felt in control the entire time. Even when there was a slight hiccup with the signing of papers (nothing serious, parties missed pages), her team was quick to resolve the issue. Overall, great experience!

- Anonymous

I had a very positive experience working with Cari on a family law issue. She was responsive, efficient and through in answering questions, and a great advocate to walk me through the process. She and her staff are a great team and were helpful through every step. I would absolutely recommend her to others seeking similar services!

- Anonymous

Cari is a good friend of mine with a heart of gold! She has an amazing Law firm that goes out the way for so many people. They truly care about their clients, and Cari works extremely hard to make each person happy. If somehow they fall short which every company does I know that she will make it right. I would recommend Rincker Law to absolutely anyone!

- Rich

I highly recommend Cari Rincker Law. Cari mediated my divorce and I was very pleased with her skill as a mediator. She walked us through the pieces that we needed to discuss during mediation as well as the divorce process itself. Cari has the added benefit of being able to file all of the necessary divorce paperwork as well as provide representation in court. Because our divorce was very straightforward and we were willing to work with each other, what would have cost us much more with a mediator and 2 lawyers, we were able to accomplish with Cari’s services alone.

- Kristen

Cari Rincker is superb. It’s not surprising that such an amazing and thoughtful person would provide outstanding service to her clients and be a caring and helpful member of the local legal community. She’s a delight to know, and her firm reflects that.

-Julie

Cari always goes above and beyond. She is very involved in the community and always looking for new connections so she can be resource for her clients in many different areas. I would definitely recommend Cari to friends and family!

- Ellen

I have known Cari Rincker for numerous years, and have referred several of my real estate clients to her (an unfortunate domino effect of divorce). Cari is first and foremost a professional, and always looking for an amicable resolution for her clients. I’ve seen her step into a client situation to finally resolve the divorce proceedings when several attorneys couldn’t, and I’ve seen her in the beginning, working out a pre-nuptial agreement. Cari has a dedicated full staff, and her main office is located in the heart of downtown Champaign. I would highly recommend Cari Rincker for your legal needs.

- Ron

It’s always scary trying to find a lawyer, you never know if you’re going to find a good one or a bad one, one who just wants your retainer or one who just wants to charge you every second of every minute…..thank god I found Cari Rincker and all my fears were settled and gone. She was amazing from the very first day to the very last day until my divorce was finalized. Cari protected my rights, got me everything I wanted and even found flaws in the opposing lawyer. Access to Cari was 24/7, whether through email or text or call. So there was no fear of being alone in any situation at any time. My divorce was finalized, my kids are happy and believe it or not, my now ex wife is cordial, still crazy but cordial because everything is written in stone by the law and the judge thanks to Cari.

-Peter

I needed a lawyer to create a non-profit. Because I knew Cari previously, I asked for recommendations–she offered me other attorneys and a typical price range for the work. After contacting attorneys, I decided to ask Cari to do the work instead. Cari wound up coming in under budget and on time. She and her staff were in contact with me regularly through the process and answered my questions as they came up. It is the first time in my life I’ve had an interaction with a lawyer that didn’t leave me wanting to vomit. I’m glad there are actually good lawyers out there like Cari.

-Jim

After my wife gave my dogs away without my permission my family Attorney Bruno Gioffre had researched Cari Rincker to help us prepare our case against this women who I would not return the dogs to me. After several months of waiting we finally had our day in court and the dogs have been returned to me. Thank you Cari for all of your hard work and great knowledge of how to navigate and facilitate Pet Replevin cases.

-Joe

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- Ellen

Rincker Law is an exceptional law practice! Cari does outstanding work on divorce cases, mediator, agriculture and farm law.

- Chris

Friendly, professional, clear, coherent, concise. She made requirements clear at each step, shared how to avoid unnecessary expense etc. On the whole, made a challenging scenario as easy as it could be. My ex & I both immediately felt comfortable with her mediating (which you will save a bundle going this way). On court day, when compared to the other lawyers handling cases that day, Cari had her stuff together, and clearly works in the top tier of family law, she is highly recommended.

- Anon

Cari made it easy for my wife and I to complete a prenuptial agreement. What can be sometimes an uncomfortable experience going into a new marriage, Cari was very professional and provided great assistance and made the process seemless.

- Anon

Cari and Team are among the most caring and professional attorney’s that I have ever dealt with. Very responsive, listening to the heart of the matter and caring enough to take care of their clients. When you want to deal with people whom aren’t just passing paperwork; call Cari

- Tim

Cari and her associate worked with me to draft a raw footage release form for my business. We were working under a tight time line and her team was very thorough and professional throughout the process. They asked me many questions to ascertain the situation and requested a copy of my initial contract with the client for review. I was really impressed with how comprehensive their approach was. Cari and her associate worked with me to develop a document that represented exactly what I needed to agree upon with my client and more. The team was very knowledgeable and professional, I definitely felt well-represented and well taken care of.

- Anon

Cari and her firm were fantastic to work with. We sketched out a brief outline of what we wanted for a will, and the turnaround time was exceptional. The team was great in answering questions and making sure we had everything that was needed. The same was true of doing some probate work after my wife had passed. The entire team was professional and responsive at all times. I highly recommend Cari and her team!

- Anon

Cari is professional, courteous, and super helpful in navigating what can be a complicated and potentially tense experience of reviewing a pre-nup agreement. She was able to translate everything into simple terms for me to understand and ensured we were getting exactly what we wanted in the document. I will %110 recommend her to anyone looking for a lawyer around all things marriage and will most certainly use her again should my wife and I have any post-nup changes we want to make.

- Anon

We had a great experience with Cari! We needed a quick turnaround on getting our family paperwork complete that included wills, power of attorney, and power of health. She made the process effortless and ensured we had everything that was important to us covered.

- Kristen

I hired Cari as my lawyer for a complicated divorce, I live here and my ex in Brazil; Cari did an amazing job, she was thorough and fast and anytime I called or e-mailed she got right back to me. It was a pleasure working with her, I couldn’t recommend her more.

- Afonso

Cari was friendly yet professional, clear, coherent and concise. She made it clear at each step what was required, how to avoid unnecessary expense by doing things between sessions and the like. On the whole, she made a challenging scenario as easy as it could be. Since I don’t have a lot experience with lawyers, it was hard to know how she rated, but my ex & I both immediately felt comfortable with her mediating. On court day, when compared to the other lawyers handling cases that day, Cari clearly had her stuff together, and works in the top tier of family law, she is highly recommended.

- Jeremy

Cari helped me so much with trademark law for my small business. I had no idea where to begin and what needed to be trademarked and she helped explain everything thoroughly and clearly and was very easy to communicate with. She is always accessible by email.

- Marnie

I recently needed to get my Pre-nup looked over by a lawyer. I initially was working with a lawyer that I got from the NYC index, He charged me the same as Cari did and was of no help. I lost my patience with him because I felt he was charging me without doing any real work or help and my deadline was approaching. I went on Avvo and found Cari. Because of previous reviews I decided to get counsel from her. She was quick to respond and gave me real help. I felt like she was taking care of me as she walked me through the document told me what changes she would make. She did not waste my time or money. I would 100% use her again.

- Veronica

I hired Cari in a hurry! I needed a last minute pre-nup and she really stepped up and took care of everything. She managed to still explain everything to me, recommended an attorney for my partner, and made herself available at all times even from the airport!! I was expecting a pre-nup attorney to be pessimistic but she was such a joy to work with and immediately put us at ease!! highly recommended!!!

- Anon

After discovering unauthorized use of our farm logo on social media by an out-of-state individual with the same farm name as ours. Cari was highly recommended within the cattle industry as to whom I should contact for legal advice & hire. She resolved the logo infringement and also gave great advice on how to protect our farm logo moving forward in advertising, our website, and social media. She’s absolutely wonderful to work with! I highly would recommend her to anyone seeking Agriculture legal advice.

- Anon

I needed a good divorce lawyer to help me with my divorce and after meeting Cari the first time, I already felt like I had a true advocate who really cared about me and getting me out of my awful situation. She was always available to meet with me or take my calls, and answered my emails promptly whenever I had questions. At times Cari was more on top of my divorce than I was, asking me where I was in the process of getting things finalized or signed! Cari is a truly lovely person who gave me professional, realistic, and dependable advice that I could really count on.

- Tonnie

Friend of a friend recommended Cari as one of the best divorce lawyers in NYC. I hired Cari and I could not have been more happy with the way she performed her duties. She was confident, dedicated and whats most important she was honest. She helped me to come to terms and finalize my divorce in a very short period of time.

- Victor

Finding a lawyer to rep me for a pre-nup agreement, I went through about five options before hiring Cari. She was responsive and optimistic, and right away understood my particular situation (basically: not NYC millionaires, low on personal baggage, but still getting a prenup) better than anyone else I spoke with. No negative energy, no wasted time. Great experience overall.

- Anon

Cari was well informed and very helpful in answering any of my questions and concerns. The process went smoothly and I would definitely recommend Cari’s services.

- Christine

Kudos to Cari for her authorship, compilation and editing of Onward and Upward: Guide for Getting Through New York Divorce and Family Law Issues. Onward and Upward is designed to answer all of your questions in a language you can understand, take you through the entire process – including rebuilding your life, and do so in a manner that is most beneficial for you.

- Bonnie

I initially met with Cari to discuss how to proceed with a premarital contract. Not only did she efficiently explain the process but she provided me with an outline of exactly what me and my partner would want to address. She reviewed my personal situation in an unbias manner but also made me feel like I had a strong representation for any legal proceedings to follow. There are so many things a person who is not actively involved in law can forget to think about prior to marriage and with a well-educated, experienced and thorough laywer such as Cari, I felt I was well-prepared to move forward with my partner (unrushed) and we were both happy with the result.

- Yvonne

Having never met Cari, but a friend of a relative, we needed [agriculture law] advice and professional assistance on a contract. I was confident of her knowledge of the type of business we are in, and after first draft of offered contract to us, I knew that Ms. Rincker was working for us and provided the needed documents that worked on our behalf and we were able to negotiate a contract that was for the benefit for our Company. I was very pleased with her knowledge, professionalism and end product.

- JW

I walked into Cari’s office filled with trepidation about divorce and planning a life after divorce. Cari was very friendly and welcoming. She eased my concerns by explaining options such as mediation, separation agreement and divorce. After reviewing my options, I was confident Cari was the right attorney to have in my corner. She was detailed and supportive throughout a seamless divorce process, staying on top and ahead of the adversarial attorney and filing procedures; ensuring our demands were met and a judgment secured in my favor. I highly recommend Cari’s services!

- Anon

I hired Cari to help me draft and execute a prenup agreement. She is so good about simplifying legal jargon and we got it all done in record time! Her team is prompt with their responses and great at assisting with whatever you need. Most importantly, I felt safe and taken care of by Cari. I highly recommend her!

- Nadia

It was great working with Cari. She was very responsive to all my questions, e-mails, requested changes, etc. Cari got back to me usually within 24 hours. Her responses were detailed and clear and when changes were requested, the updated documents were turned around in day or 2. Cari is very organized and kept the project moving along. We completed the will, living will, health care proxy, and POA quickly. I would definitely recommend Cari.

- Theresa

From the beginning, they listened to us, understood our needs, and gave us options on how to navigate the planning process. Their expertise, professionalism, and welcoming demeanor made all the difference.

Leaving nothing uncovered, Cari expedited the process in just 2 months - from start to finish. Rincker Law made this incredibly easy. I strongly recommend them to anyone who needs family and estate planning.

- Barbara

Cari Rincker and her team helped us set up our Wills to be sure our son would be taken care of if anything happened to us.

Cari made us feel comfortable with the process and was very knowledgeable with what needed to be included to be sure our wishes would be carried out.

We highly recommend Rincker Law.

- Marcy

We used Cari as our lawyer for home selling and home buying. Cari and her staff were there to answer questions and be by our side every step of the way. We had some late-minute issues right before closing, and they worked their butts off to make sure everything was good to go so we could close on our home as scheduled. We are so grateful for their knowledge and expertise. It gave us peace of mind during a stressful time.

- Chelsey

Cari and her team did an amazing job with my divorce. It was quick and painless. They kept me up to date on everything that was happening, and my divorce was over in the matter of 3 months. She done everything that she told me she was going to do. Very professional and honest.

- Cami