SHAWN BUNYARD SHAWN R. BUNYARD, TAVIS and BUNYARD, THE TAVIS BUNYARD, TAVIS & BUNYARD Fails to file paperwork on time, engages in illegal liaisons with psychologists, Hurts single moms by charging exorbitant retainers, takes funds and does not carry out services pledged Santa Rosa California

I went to the Tavis firm in November hoping to have Linda Tavis as my lawyer. But after telling them my single mom financial status, I was given to Shawn Bunyard. His initial meeting was mostly spent on trying to figure out the assets. He actually appeared to get excited if it seemed like there was money to be had. Once I hired him (against my better judgement but with the reassurance he would be meeting weekly with Linda who would oversee his work), I realized what a mistake I made. Papers were not filed to the court on time, I would rarely get responses concerning important matters, and he mumbled in the courtroom and made horrible decisions. I ended up worse than when I started (when I didn't have a lawyer!).

After a devastating court hearing, I sent an email asking Shawn Bunyard what happen and why things went so horribly wrong. I got no response for 10 days, but in those 10 days, I somehow managed to accumulate $2000 in fees. His firm lied about not receiving a check that they had received and only confessed when I told them I had a copy of the canceled check.

We parted ways in February, but I did not receive a final statement (despite asking several times) until end of April!!!!! Shawn Bunyard also was friendly with opposing counsel and unprofessionally discussed my case with her (found out because my ex told me things he should not have known!).

One day in the court room hall, I met a man who had used Shawn as well. I asked him why he no longer used his services, and he said he could not afford him anymore, his money disappeared too quickly.  Shawn would also brag about how he and several psychologists such as Bob Cassinova, Ph.D. had "an understanding" showing me his elbow, like they were buddy buddy and would work towards serving each other's clients. This seemed very dishonest on his part. 

He is a very scheemy lawyer, that does not really take a personal interest in your case, but more so in your wallet, and in conning other professionals in the field to get what he wants. I never met Linda, so I can't say if she works under the same principal. I think hiring Shawn was a mistake on her part. He is doing a diservice to a reputable firm, and does not live under the reputation Linda has worked so many years to obtain.