Claire Howard

Competent in employment matters, but communication was inconsistent

I hired Claire Howard at Madsen, Prestley & Parenteau to assist with a complex non-compete agreement review and negotiation. Her background in both employee and management-side labor and employment law was evident; she understood the nuances from both perspectives, which was valuable. Her recognition by Best Lawyers in this specific field gave me confidence in her technical expertise. The final documents were thorough and protected my interests. However, the experience was marked by inconsistent communication. There were periods of several days where I received no updates on the status, and responses to my emails sometimes took longer than expected. While the legal work was solid and she clearly knows her field, the client service aspect felt just adequate. For straightforward employment law matters, she is competent, but be prepared to follow up proactively.