Reviews
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Pros
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Experienced, knowledgeable, and hardworking lawyer who fights passionately for her clients
“Carissa knows her stuff. She has years of experience and is one of the hardest working people I have encountered.”
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Honest and upfront communication, keeping clients informed throughout the process
“She explained to me my options, at which point I agreed to retain her. I can honestly say, Mrs Jakobe saved my family, my children, my career and my peace of mind.”
3
Achieves excellent results, often getting charges dismissed or reduced
“With my priors I was facing serious prison time. The thought of probation seemed non existent. Carissa didn't back down when the prosecutors threw horrible pleas my way.. She stayed in the ring throwing punches for me until the case was dismissed... yes!! I said it.. Case Dismissed!!”
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Highly responsive and available to clients, even outside of normal business hours
“Once we hired her she was reachable at any hour. " WHAT LAWYER DOES THAT??”
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Compassionate and cares deeply about her clients, treating them like family
“Carissa is the most caring, passionate, inspirational lawyer I have ever met. She gets the job done to make sure you get justice.”
Cons
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Aggressive and confrontational style that some may find off-putting
“Even my judge told her so. She got so mad at me for the judge embarrassing her she started screaming in the hall at me.”
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Potential overcharging and financial issues for some clients
“She over charged me and had me sell my car to pay her knowing I was a single mother.”