Tully Rinckey PLLC

I turned to Tully Rinckey PLLC expecting competent legal advocacy, but instead, I encountered persistent delays, excessive and unjustified billing, and a complete lack of legal strategy or action. Despite paying thousands of dollars, I found myself pushing my own case forward with little to no guidance, while my legal options were actively stalled by their inaction.

When I questioned these issues, rather than addressing their missteps, they abruptly dropped me as a client—just as critical filing deadlines were approaching. I have since filed a formal complaint with the state bar and have documented evidence of their mishandling of my case, including misleading billing practices, failure to act, and unjustified fees.

After my complaint, they rushed to issue partial refunds, including for consultations—an implicit admission of their misconduct. However, the damage was already done. Their negligence not only delayed my legal recourse but also forced me to seek new counsel under urgent circumstances, further complicating my ability to move forward.

This highlights a deeper, systemic issue where law firms profit off clients while failing to provide the competent advocacy they promise. For anyone considering Tully Rinckey, I strongly urge you to research your legal representation thoroughly and proceed with caution. Legal professionals should act in good faith, not create additional obstacles for their clients. Unfortunately, my experience with this firm proved otherwise. They tried to make all of this my fault in the end by saying there was a breakdown of attorney client privilege, but it was a breakdown of their responsibility to me.
- UPDATE:: They never reached out to me to resolve anything just to argue about what i wrote. Just because it’s not illegal, doesn’t mean that it’s not unethical. This company is unethical.

They want a deposit to even review your VA benefits. Just find someone else.

Subject: Complaint Regarding Misleading Legal Practices – Tully Rinckey PLLC

To Whom It May Concern,

I am writing to formally express my dissatisfaction with my experience at Tully Rinckey PLLC. I initially paid for a consultation and an additional fee to have my documents reviewed, expecting clear legal guidance. However, a week after my consultation, I received an email requesting a $6,000 retainer—with no clarity on the strength of my case or what legal actions would be taken on my behalf.

When I called to inquire whether I had a legitimate case, I was told, "Yes, because you have a retainer." This response made no sense—anyone can pay a retainer, but that does not mean they have a valid case. My attempts to seek clarification on critical questions were met with vague or nonexistent answers:

How strong is my case? – Unknown
Why do I have a case? – Unknown
What exactly is being pursued legally? – Unknown
What is the $6,000 retainer for? – To fill out an application on the Human Rights website.
Paying thousands of dollars simply to have a form filled out is not just unreasonable—it feels fraudulent. A legitimate law firm should provide clear communication, transparency, and ethical billing practices. This experience has left me feeling misled and exploited.

I am requesting a formal explanation and reconsideration of the charges I have incurred. If this matter is not addressed appropriately, I will have no choice but to escalate my concerns to the State Bar Association, the Better Business Bureau (BBB), and other consumer protection agencies.