I called a highly recommended lawyer from Avvo's review area. He was rude, abrupt, and didn't listen. He told me his cases were mainly slip and fall stuff and car accidents. His Avvo reviews painted him as a courtroom warrior who performs miracles with tough criminal cases, lol.
He was exactly the opposite of how the reviews described him! I had a feeling that his reviews were bought and paid for.
Every review site has him as a five star guy...not possible in the real world. Avvo is supported by lawyers and the reviews are unverified. Approach with extreme caution.