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28 Jan, 2016 by Anonymous
I found it extremely easy to talk with Tiffany about the details of my case. it was also encouraging to know that I was able to reach her with ease. She did a great job in keeping me informed about the process.
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14 Oct, 2015 by Taylor
Tiffany Ruggiero is hands down the way to go. Being that I had never gone through this process before,Ms. Ruggiero made the whole process easy. Her knowledge and professionalism made every encounter very easy going. She was always available for acting I needed and represented me in a professional way yet made sure my needs were being heard and met. She made me feel comfortable about a situation that I was so scared and nervous about all while keeping my child the number one priority. From her very first consult phone call I knew she was the way to go. For anyone who may need legal help I hands down recommend the phenominal services of Tiffany Ruggiero.
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03 Sep, 2015 by Jennifer
I hired Attorney Ruggiero to handle my foreclosure case. She was extremely knowledgeable, efficient, and accessible. I was able to retain my home thanks to Mrs. Ruggiero. I am so glad with my choice to hire her.
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31 Jan, 2024 by Anonymous
She demonstrates exceptional expertise and provides thorough legal guidance with a strong focus on the well being of the child.
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09 Feb, 2023 by Andy
My two sons were subjected to emotional and physical abuse by their mother and her boyfriend while living with them in California. I live in Chicago and had one son who stayed to live with me. For 1.5 years I was unable to contact nor visit with the second son who remained with his mother in California. Mattis Law drafted a perfect filing for our case presentation, including statements written and executed by my wife's father, step mother and sister which resulted in my Illinois son continuing to reside with me and a court ordered visitation for the son living in California. Amelia Mattis is organized, intelligent, poised and calm even when opposing counsel's behavior was obnoxious. Her suggestions to me for preparation of the court ordered mediation were perfect and kept me from falling into the traps being set by my ex-spouse. The office staff of Cassidy and Cheyenne were superb and I truly felt that we were a team united for the same goal. Mattis Law was the last of four law firms I interviewed for this important work. I wish I had found them first. They are brilliant, organized and stay on task by not participating in petty details. Look for Mattis Law on the list of California's Best Attorneys for many decades to come for they truly deserve this designation. Bravo!
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11 Mar, 2022 by Sharisa
Amelia is walks into court cute as a button, but every word out of her mouth is so precise, factual, and loaded with information. When she speaks, she does it in a way that settles all the dust and allows her verbal argument and points to be not only heard but received. She is smart as a whip, knows her stuff like the back of her hand, will work with you to get what you want but won’t lead you astray if she doesn’t think it’s doable. She’s compassionate, professional, and will absolutely work wonders for you. Highly recommend! Unlike a lot of attorneys, she will advocate hard for you and your children, but without bringing the drama, antagonism and inflammatory/smear campaign into the mix. Her office staff is wonderful too. Cassidy has been so helpful in getting communications to and from myself and anyone else who needs to be looped in. So, so thankful for Mattis Law. This is the first time in my 4 year custody case that I’ve felt like I was in good hands and feel some sort of comfort.
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13 Dec, 2018 by Shamika
4 words describes this law firm: "Strong as an Ox"! From the beginning during the initial consultation with Jarrod, to him and Christine representing me for more than one case both divorce and family law related, to Dillon being superb and helpful, all the way through until the end of each case that I was represented in...I have been in awe! So much knowledge and confidence! I highly recommend! I will continue to use this law firm if I ever need any future services! They were so thoroughly prepared and detailed throughout! I have to admit I was concerned initially for my situation was stressful, but Jarrod, Christine and Dillion put my mind at ease! Jarrod is the most amazing representation i have ever witnessed first hand and retained in my life! Every last one of my cases were unfortunately extremely complicated, but not for them, Jarrod and Christine won all my cases that they represented me in and I got everything I wanted and more! 5 stars all the way!
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27 Aug, 2015 by Kerry
Mr. Oxendine did a fantastic job handling my divorce. He was easy to talk to and gave me excellent advice and counsel. His knowledge and experience was impressive. I truly feel like he fought for me and got me even more than I was expecting from my divorce settlement. I highly recommend him.
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07 Jul, 2015 by Jolin
Jarrod did a great job in handling my sister's divorce and child custody case, with Jarrod's help, my sister was gained the custody of her 2 children also got to bring her children with her to california, since we all know fighting for child custody while you are in another state is very difficult, but Jarrod has gone beyond and above to help my sister to win the case. Jarrod and his team are very knowledgable of what they are doing. He is very confident and know how to bring out a "win win" game to the court. I would highly recommend Jarrod
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08 May, 2019 by Shirle
Teresa is an amazingly gifted attorney with a supreme knowledge of the law that plays out epically in the court room. She knew exactly what to do with my case even after all other attorneys I spoke with said my case was too complicated. Teresa explained everything to me and gave me a play by play as to the possible outcomes. Going into the courtroom I felt confident with her preparation. She is truly anointed in her calling.. Watching her in the courtroom is like watching Grace. She is thoughtful and honest and has a genuine concern for all parties involved. I truly can't say enough good things about Prescott Legal.
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17 Oct, 2018 by Anonymous
Mrs. Prescott listened carefully and helped me determine a plan of action. While I am feeling overwhelmed—it is important to have her professional, compassionate, experience to rely on when making decisions. I was extremely impressed with her entire team!
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22 Dec, 2017 by Amy
I would like to just give praise to my attorney, Teresa. She has been a life save throughout the roughest time in my life. She has been over prepared at every hearing, every appearance and outdone her self every SINGLE time. She has kept me in the loop of things every step of the way. She has fought for my daughter within the best interest of her. My daughter's father lives in another state and has taken me back to court every year of my daughters life. Teresa and her staff are been nothing short of amazing. Her knowledge of law so in depth and her quick wit in the court room have resulted in letting the truth prevail, every single time. If you are looking for a family law attorney, who does right by her clients, who has not ONCE over charged me for her time and been thorough and honest throughout the entire process, I would highly, highly recommend her!
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10 Aug, 2017 by Anonymous
Steve is unbelievably awesome. He saved my sanity. Prepared my docs so fast and got my divorce filed and finalized within 2 months and I have kids! Amazing!!!
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06 Mar, 2017 by Hector
To sum up my personal experience with Steve: I was wrongfully accused of abusing my daughter by my ex and thanks to these committed individuals, I was not only exonerated of these false allegations but Steven went above and beyond to clear my name by finding crucial facts and fighting hard for me in and outside of court. I would recommend this office to any father (or mother) struggling in Family court and fighting for the TRUTH. Make no mistake, this office provides exceptional work and does not settle for anything less than average, every penny spent is worth their quality work. Steve is a passionate and caring individual. He is very investigative in his work, never confronting an obstacle without being very prepared and well knowledgeable on the matter through his exceptional research skills. Mr. Kim responds well to all e-mails, providing a very insightful perspective and takes a commanding charge for necessary next steps. I now consider him not just my attorney who I know I can always count on for any legal matter, but most of all a friend I can depend on to protect my family. Believe me when I said, I can trust my life that Steven will look out for the best interest of my life and my daughter. Thank you for everything.
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28 Oct, 2016 by Maria
Our family lives in the Mainland, and we were in a desperate need for legal support in Hawaii when I approached Steve. It was a complicated family court case, heartbreaking for us as it involves a child. Steve was very accommodating and he and his team expertly represented us throughout the long court process. Very professional and strategic in his delivery, yet attentive and cared deeply for what our family was going through. Happy to report that the results were very positive, better than we can hope for. Our home is now filled with laughter, and we owe it to Steve!
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08 Jun, 2023 by Mr. green
Ms. Pratt immediately upon receiving my case acquired all the standard time I was to be alloted with children that previous representation never acknowledged. Ms. Pratt only contacted me necessarily. I didn't realize this at first, however it let me know she's not just trying to run up a bill. She is well informed of the law and was strategically aware on how to pursue my desired outcome. Although life's issues were taking place in her world she never dropped the ball on the most important thing in mine. The end result was fair for both parents and kids. Definitely recommend her services.
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25 Mar, 2022 by Janine n
Brandi handled a family law case for me that turned into a probate matter as well. She was able to handle both matters. She was firm but honest and kept me from making emotional mistakes. She was amazing! She knows the law, argued ferociously in court and truly advocated for me and my kids. Do yourself a favor and hire her!
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27 Dec, 2021 by Michelle
Call for consultation she answered a lot of my questions. Was very satisfied with the knowledge of this attorney.
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11 Mar, 2022 by Michelle d
Attorney Lewis did a phenomenal job in my divorce representation. I was fully informed of every aspect during the process. He fought for my best interests, and his office/legal assistance was extremely efficient, and my questions and concerns were always immediately addressed.
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06 Mar, 2020 by Dusty
The amazing legal service he and his assistant provide is only rivaled by the level of genuine and sincere care that they have for their clients. After a horrible experience with my previous counsel, I hired Mr. Lewis for a messy custody relocation case, and I will trust and seek his advice for any legal matters that I may have in the future. I’ve recommended him to a couple close friends of mine, and told them they’d be crazy if they hired anyone else.
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06 Nov, 2019 by Debra
I was afraid that my divorce, just like most, was going to be long, arduous and painful. As a result I interviewed numerous divorce lawyers in Tucson and found each had a different take on my situation. Obviously I was frustrated, until someone recommended I look into retaining Mr. Lewis. Mr. Lewis and his staff are amazing, to the point and get things accomplished. Period. They took the time to explain the process, what was Law and how it pertained to my situation. Mr. Lewis kept me informed and his staff walked me through it all. I would never have been able to get through this without Mr. Lewis and his exemplary staff. Honest, straight-forward and results that I approved of. I highly recommend you contact his office for a consult and retain him. Without question the best decision I made was to go with Mr. Lewis and his staff!
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31 Jul, 2019 by Bill
We cannot recommend hiring Jacqueline enough. We had been hitting walls for almost 2 years trying to settle a dispute over a mortgage with an ex and we thought we were out of options. Within literally hours of hiring Jacqueline she had put us at ease and helped make our dreams reality. She was always available for calls to explain the latest statuses and made sure we were always taken care of. We wouldn’t be where we were without her and we cannot thank her enough.
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19 Mar, 2019 by Anonymous
I hired this attorney and can state that my own experience with Jacqueline Bourassa was an exceptional one. She is fair, timely and is on top of changes in Florida laws that impact divorce. She is a rarity in the legal profession, as she is a caring professional and comes across through various meetings and numerous telephone calls that she truly enjoys her work and helping people solve legal issues. A consummate professional. It is hard to find someone of her caliber in South Florida.
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21 Mar, 2018 by John
I was referred to Ms. Bourassa recently to handle my divorce. She stated at our first meeting she would handle the case and get it done the way I asked. She also is extremely responsive and actually returns phone calls. While at time I got excited and vented my needs during the progress of this case, Ms Bourassa remained calm advising me to to the same. She also advised me to simply let most of my demands lay, and get on with my life. Good advice, which I eventually followed. Don't let Jaquiline's soft voice and calm demeanor fool you, chances are if you follow her advice your case will resolve itself quickly and in the manner you wanted, mine did.
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04 Sep, 2024 by Keith
We have worked with Miranda Bouchey and can highly highly recommend her. She genuinely cares about our family and works incredibly hard on our case. She can understand the pain and tension we feel as parents as we deal with an ex and can also understand how our situation impacts our kids. She has made herself available to us; previous lawyers we have worked with were very hard to get a hold of, leaving us feeling abandoned at key times. Miranda is the total opposite. She prioritizes us when we need it, responds quickly to emails and makes herself available for phone consultations. We have felt so supported by her. She is also incredibly smart and competent. She knows the law and how to apply it to our situation. She is on top of every deadline and produces high quality work. She has calmly and expertly walked us through a situation we never wanted to be in. When you are walking down these terrible, messy and murky paths, you want Miranda by your side.
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26 Aug, 2024 by Dion
Miranda was amazing! I knew I had an uphill battle going into our case since I wasn’t the primary care taker and my ex wife wanted to relocate with our son. I knew that I also had a lot going for me since I have always been there and have provided for my son since his birth as well. Miranda took my case on short notice and short preparation, but got up to speed quicker than I anticipated. She gave me the best possible legal advice (the to-do’s and not to-do’s) the entire 5-6 months she worked with me. When it came down to actually going to court, she guided and prepared me on exactly what was going to happen before even getting into the courtroom, so all I had to do was remember and execute what she told me to do. She was already in the courthouse before I arrive at the courthouse (which I’m always early) and I really appreciated that. She was attentive in the courtroom and honed in on what was important to the judge’s decision making. She won my case for me because she’s an amazing attorney and knew what to say and what not to say. I will be forever grateful for Miranda and her talent as an attorney! I hope I never have to go through this again, but she will be the first call I make if I ever need to. Thank you Miranda! You’re truly a blessing!
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25 Jun, 2024 by Jesse
She has been very professional and very well knows about the law. She fights tooth and nail and a very kind and friendly person. I will recommend her to anyone that I find that needs a lawyer. 10/10 The best lawyer I’ve ever heard of and had.
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06 Mar, 2023 by Nannapha
Their works are impressive. The lawyer and her assistant are very responsive and able to get back to me in a timely manner. High quality work, Good communication, and at Reasonable rate. I am very appreciated their work and Highly Recommend everyone to use this firm!
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22 Jun, 2018 by Anonymous
Ms. Lee is very professional, diligent, courteous, and thorough. She was a God-send for me. She is easy to contact and responds to inquiries in a very timely manner.
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01 Feb, 2017 by David
During the initial consulting stages, we met several times or so to brainstorm and exchange information; I tried my best to be as thorough as possible without letting feelings come into play but in a post divorce case with my child involved, my emotions tended to come out at times. Ms. Lee was able to instinctively discern important information from the drama as we collaborated our approach to the case. She was compassionate toward the matter but when important elements of the case were needed to be brought to my attention, she did not hastily beat-around-the-bush or sugar coat it; instead, in a straight forward manner she informed me about what was at stake and the various options, if any, that could have been taken. After the initial meeting stages, she recommended that we meet with the opposing party in a pre-court settlement effort. I was definitely not in my element in that meeting, but which client really is? Ms. Lee's demeanor before and during the meeting put me at ease so I was able to think clearly. Both parties were able to settle a fair amount of issues in this meeting so the next thing was to await the court date. The court date arrived quickly and before I knew it, we were preparing to enter the courtroom. The outcome of the case achieved the end that was in my daughter's best interest. Ms. Lee had more than just knowledge of the law field, she had the ability to put this knowledge into effective action which demonstrated her wisdom of the profession.
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24 Jul, 2020 by Evered
These last few years in have been dealing with hostage situation in the form of my Ex wife who choose to leave our marital home with our child. My previous representation IS a wreck and I had to find someone that actually could do the job. Gina not only provided patience, logical standpoints and understanding but she also treated me like a person and not just a case or an income. Given the trash heap I brought to her in the form of my case, she did the best that she could to help clean up. She is not afraid to stand up and represent you and deflect wrong doing or poor decisions that could damage your life worse than it currently could be. If I would have stuck with my previous representation I honestly believe that I would not even have a chance to see my daughter at all. If you want someone who will have your best interest in mind when it comes to you as a person in need, Gina and her staff are hands down the team you need. Any other choice is putting yourself at risk.
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05 May, 2018 by Johan
A divorce is a stressful process and feeling alone and vulnerable is common. I chose Gina Grady for my support and Gina and her team helped me through the trying times. I give Her my warmest recommendations.
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30 Mar, 2018 by John
Gina Grady of this lawy firm recently represented me for a case involving a divorce with children. She helped me settle this divorce, get a contempt against the children’s other parent for refusing visitation and in the end I got custody of my children because of their previously unstable living environment. Both the firm and Mrs Grady were very professional and very responsive. They allowed me to do as much leg work as I could to help with the case and Mrs Grady would use all resources available, including conferring with other attorneys at the firm, to ensure that everything was handled and accurately and proficiently as possible. If I have any more legal matters requiring an attorney with this case, I will be coming back to this law firm to assist me in getting it handled.
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04 Dec, 2012 by Cherolyn
If you have a family law issue and you are wondering who you should hire, I would highly recommend Lisa Coplan-Gardner to represent you. Lisa has been representing me in my family law suits for nearly 10 years now. Lisa is very knowledgeable and resourceful when it comes to family law. Lisa really showed me that she cares about me as her client and has gone above and beyond to help me win my cases. Lisa has always answered or returned my telephone calls and emails in a timely manner. She has a great support staff that are always willing to help. I have been very satisfied with the results that Lisa has produced while representing me in my lengthy case history. I have recommended Lisa to my close friends and family because she is such a dynamite attorney and a wonderful caring person.
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26 May, 2011 by Candace
I have used Lisa Coplan-Gardner on several occasions for child support issues. Every case has been ruled in my favor due to her hard-work, diligence and compassion. I always felt that my case was a priority for her and her entire staff. I have a special needs child and a complex case. At our initial consultation, before I even hired her, she began looking up information for me and guiding me. At no time did I ever feel that it was about money for her. I was surprised at her eagerness to help me, educate me and fight for me and my children. Her kindness, understanding and patience was a breath of fresh air after having spoken to 3 other attorneys who made me feel as if I were a number. They were cold and unconcerned. Lisa treated me like a friend. When it was obvious that my complex case was going to cost more than I could afford at the time, she was sympathetic. She allowed me to make payments to her and often discounted some of her rates. She also suggested ways that I could reduce the costs by handling some things myself instead of just sucking every penny out of me that she could get. By me being proactive in helping with my case, it helped me be more prepared and educated in the courtroom in front of the judge. It also helped me to prepare for what is proving to be a long-term battle against the father of my children. The advice and education that she gave me through the entire process is proving to be invaluable. She never kept me in the dark, she was always available to talk to me, and her staff was AMAZING AND HELPFUL!!!! The thing that most impressed me about Lisa was that she was always honest with me - a trait that is not commonly associated with her profession - even when it was something that I didn't want to hear. She seems to be well liked and respected by other attorneys and the judges seem to respond well to her. She is a sweet, tiny, little thing, but she might as well be 10 feet tall in the courtroom. I have the utmost confidence in her abilities and have referred her to others. They have had equally satisfying experiences with her firm. There is no question that I will utilize her services again in the future. Overall, I don't think that you could hire a better Family Law Attorney.
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27 Apr, 2011 by Anonymous
Absolutely the best! When you walk into this office you walk into a caring and friendly atmosphere. The entire legal team honestly cares about you and works their best for the best outcome of your situation. EXCELLENT EXCELLENT EXCELLENT!!!!!!!
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26 Oct, 2022 by Dpz
Thad Woody is an amazing attorney. He works with you and is always available to help you, explaining everything in detail and making the process a much better experience. Very grateful I hired him to be my attorney. I highly recommend him.
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07 Jun, 2020 by Anonymous
I divorced 13 years ago and made the mistake of not requiring my ex-husband to refinance our mortgages. For the last 6 years, my ex consistently missed mortgage payments which destroyed my credit. Every attorney I spoke to about my situation said that I didn't have a case. Then I met Thad. My ex was forced to sell his house. Thankfully he sold it when he did because he hadn't made a payment in over 6 months and the house was in pre-foreclosure. Now I'm finally off of the mortgages after 13 years. I'm in control of my credit and can finally move on. Thad, you are an incredible lawyer and person. A weight has been lifted and I owe it all to you. I highly recommend Thad. He held my hand throughout the whole process. He's responsive and genuinely cares about his clients.
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30 Jul, 2019 by Raffaella
After an extensive search online I call this lawyer from overseas. I remain immensely grateful to have found this incredibly likable empathetic knowledgeable who quickly understood how to proceed to reach the best outcome.
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31 Aug, 2020 by Paul
Bruce handled my divorce and guided me to an equitable, fair settlement while cautioning against a costly, protracted battle over things that are not worth the investment of time and money. Bruce is very calm and controlled, but can apply pressure when warranted. I wouldn’t hesitate to use him in any legal situation. He’s truly a tribute to the legal profession.
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31 Aug, 2020 by Rich
Bruce is knowledgeable, reasonable and great at what he does. He took care of my case he was thorough and gave me Great Sound Advice during the process I highly recommend Bruce Moss.
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31 Aug, 2020 by Lisa
I very much enjoyed working with Bruce. Always responded right away, had my best interest in mind and moved my case along quickly...
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01 Jul, 2020 by Jeanne gutierrez
I selected Emily Russell of McCabe Russell, P.A. for legal representation in a divorce case and a civil case as the Plaintiff and it morphed into an unfounded restraining order case and an unfounded criminal case with me as the defendant. Emily has the knowledge and experience in dealing with high conflict / challenging family law cases (narcissists) and her calm, professional demeanor and thorough preparation was successful in winning all the cases in my favor. With the stress of four cases happening concurrently, having Emily, Associate Attorney Jennifer Bradbury and their supporting staff’s personal attention to the details of each case was a huge relief to me. They were patient, responded promptly and dedicated to getting the truth known to the judge in each case. They made a difficult time easier. McCabe Russell, P.A. is a highly organized law firm. Their webpage is state of the art, allowing payments to be made and documents to be uploaded securely. I would highly recommend Emily Russell and Jennifer Bradbury of McCabe Russell, P.A. -Jeanne Gutierrez
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13 Apr, 2020 by Anonymous
Custody modification is often even more challenging than an initial custody proceeding. The "material change" and "best interest" standards are rather subjective and a judge is not inclined to change a custody agreement without overwhelming evidence that it would improve the child's situation. Despite the inherent difficulty, Ms. Russell achieved the exact result we set out to achieve in my custody modification case. She is an incredible strategist and litigator with a total command of MD custody law. Every part of the plan was well-considered and well-executed. I would highly recommend Emily for any family law matter. I would also recommend listening to her when she provides advice. Unlike some attorneys, she doesn't hedge on every recommendation to the point that you're making all the decisions without knowing the possibilities of how those decisions will turn out. She will provide sound advice taking into account the facts of the matter. Tell her the truth, take her advice, and let her do her job. She is equipped to attain the best possible outcome for you and your family.
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27 Jul, 2015 by Anonymous
My very first impression of Emily was amazing. Friends of mine were having their first child and the hospital would not allow the non birth mother to access their newborn due to them being a same sex couple. Emily not only answered her phone right away, she drove to the hospital to make sure her clients were being taken care of! Emily (and Heather) stepped in to handle was was quickly becoming a very emotional situation. Within moments the problem was solved and our friends had a smooth adoption afterwards. I knew Emily was going to be my first call to handle dissolving a civil union (issued only in Vermont) that I had been a part of since 2001. Emily met with me to go over my options on what I was told by two other attorneys would be nearly impossible and very costly. My former partner and I were tethered to a civil union that states no longer recognized and they were obsolete as marriage equality was on the horizon. The unfortunate part was those living in civil unions who had separated, like myself were caught up in the red tape of the courts with many courts claiming no jurisdiction, yet this was still a legal binding that would had to be dissolved to get officially married. From the start Emily said "we will get this done, and if we can't at first we will keep trying until we do". Emily went far above and beyond in my case. On the day before the trial, the courts were all of a sudden requesting my EX be present. She lives 1200 miles away. Emily called the court endlessly the entire day and after hours, she faxed forms to the judge and guided not only me but pointed my ex in the proper direction to make sure she would not be left in some sort of trouble with the courts. As my case was in front of the judge, i was worried! I felt the judge was tough on the cases before mine....Emily was right next to me and consistently told me "its ok". When it was time for my case, Emily was confident and calm in front of the judge. She had a quick response for every question and was prepared for what seemed like anything and everything. 10 minutes later, my civil union which had been in limbo for years, was dissolved! Emily Charged me a regular uncontested divorce rate. She responded to every call and email within hours. I still can't believe it and Emily and I stay in touch to this very day! if you need an attorney, this is your answer. EMILY AND HEATHER. They are not just attorneys, they are real people who truly get it. You'll never feel intimidated or pressured, Emily made me feel like she was fighting for a personal friend the entire time.
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27 Jul, 2024 by M g
He’s THE BEST.
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11 Jan, 2019 by Jennifer
Cindy is a dedicated family law attorney who truly cares about her clients well-being. She is sharp, writes quickly and thoroughly, and is a zealous advocate. No one wants to end up in family court- there is no legal remedy for a broken heart. But Cindy has a way of being straight forward with the hard truths, while continuing to support clients as they fight for what is important. She is never dismissive, and she is constantly seeking the most direct route to getting your life back. As a fellow attorney and her client, I could not be more satisfied with Cindy's service on my case. Cindy is truly wonderful and I whole heartedly recommend her.
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11 May, 2017 by Linda
Cindy is amazing and the perfect coach at one of life's most difficult times. She has great experience and has seen all sides of the divorce spectrum, so she has a real understanding of what might be next. While some might want to pursue blood from their ex, Cindy has the ability to stay level headed and coach her clients onto a more productive path--again, understanding what might be around the corner and knowing that a short term win may not be in one's best long term interest. She's calming, she's real, she's professional, she's smart. The words I use to describe her--Empathetic, passionate, unrelenting, are all strong, and may be contradictory in a way. But she knows how to get through the heart of the matter, find the truth, find the common ground, and find the pain points. Yet, she completely knows how the pain feels, what the uncertainty creates, and how to help her clients through this mess. She's all you need.
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29 Mar, 2017 by James
Cindy demonstrated a high level of competence in her knowledge of her field.She is quick to respond despite a busy schedule,and is truly compassionate and understanding of the difficulties and emotional weight her clients are under.I had a wonderful experience with her and hold her in high regard.
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17 Jun, 2022 by Kristina
I couldn't be more happy with Hannah's work. She's a ferrice attorney. If i ever need one again she'll be who I use everytime :)
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21 Sep, 2020 by Anonymous
Hannah and Tif were amazingly kind and informative. They responded quickly to amy questions or concerns that came up during my divorce. The amount of personal care, empathy, and attention that they give their clients is well worth the more than fair retainment fee. I would highly recommend them to anyone needing representation during a divorce, or for any other legal matter within their wheel house.
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17 Sep, 2020 by Anonymous
I recently used Two Rivers Law to support me in my divorce.  Hannah did such a great job finding out about what was important to me and did an amazing job fighting for my needs.  She listened to me and gave practical advice with all my questions.  I will be getting Hannah's help whenever I need future legal assistance.
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08 Jun, 2023 by Armando ramirez
Completely lost without them. They basically did everything and all I had to do was sign and show up. Definitely recommend them to anyone looking for legal advice.
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15 Jun, 2022 by Jessic rios
I don’t have enough good things to say about Denise Trevino. My divorce and child custody case was an extremely complicated case. She represented me in California while I live in a different state. The care that she showed me and my children was more than I could have hoped for. She truly looked at us as more than just a case. Dealing with the court system and lawyers is a scary and stressful thing, but she made the whole process a lot less horrible, as well as getting me the best possible outcome for me and my children. I will always be grateful for what she helped me accomplish.
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23 Feb, 2022 by Tony camaj
Trevino was very professional, knowledgeable and willing to listen to every aspect of my situation. I would not hesitate to bring her on board as my attorney.
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23 Apr, 2013 by Jonathan
I went into this unfortunate situation completely unaware of what to expect. Constantly worried about what the final outcome would be, but in the end Catherine delivered in all aspects of representing me and my needs. In comparison to the opposing the counsel, it was so obvious that Catherine was better prepared, more knowledgable, better organized, and completely in control of the situation at all times. Not only was she great at representing me as a lawyer, but she herself is a genuine good person, and I felt that she truly had my best interest in mind throughout the process. She completely goes against the stereotypical divorce lawyer you hear about, and you actually feel that your are not just a case number, but rather a person in need of help that she takes very seriously. I highly recommend her! Going through a difficult-emotional situation is never easy, and often times the end result can be detrimental. In my case, I am walking away with a peace of mind and completely satisfied.
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26 Feb, 2013 by Cindy
Going through a divorce is not something most people anticipate and there are no real guidelines to follow on what to do but Catherine sure was knowledgeable, compassionate and very good throughout the entire process. She is a great listener and provided really good insight for my situation. She walked me through every step and gave me great recommendations for a Private Investigator and Forensic Accountant. She was amazing in court and well respected by her peers and the Judge. I felt like she really prepared for my case and she was able to fight for me and we received great results. She won't overpromise you but she often exceeded my expectations in what we were awarded by the Judge. I have and will continue to recommend her to anyone going through a divorce.
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14 Feb, 2013 by Cindy
Catherine was my steadfast strength during a most turbulent time. She represented me in what COULD have been a very difficult, time-consuming , costly divorce. The other "big name" Atlanta attorneys that I met with were more than happy to represent me, but they quoted fees in the tens of thousands of dollars. Enter Catherine Danz. She empathetically listened to my story, then said: "You don't need to spend a fortune for this divorce. You're a smart lady. You can get him to agree and avoid a court case." She then proceeded to administer not only fantastic legal advice, but indeed wonderful moral support. And moral support was just what I needed! We prevailed, and Catherine is the reason. And due to her honest, non-greedy style, there were more assets left in my coffers at the end of the ordeal. THAT is the mark of a great attorney. She's good. She's human. She wins. Retain her before your opponent does.
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07 Jun, 2022 by Kathy
Sarah was very thorough and knowledgeable with Post Nuptial agreements. She explained in language I could understand on the legal verbiage.
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17 Sep, 2020 by Jill
Sarah Kay is a top notch attorney with an appreciation for her clients. Ms. Kay is professional, efficient, and highly ethical. I am grateful to associate with her level of expertise.
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13 Jul, 2020 by Omi
We are NJ residents and needed a FL lawyer for our case. After our video consult we knew Sarah was the right person for us. Unfortunately our case happened during the height of the virus but that did not stop Sarah from helping us. Sarah is hard working, dedicated and went above and beyond for our family. Sarah responds to emails, phone calls and text in a timely manor. She takes her time in explaining all outcomes and options. I highly recommend her for your needs.
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22 Apr, 2020 by Anonymous
Samantha is very detail oriented and cares about her clients. I would recommend her to anyone that I know. Can't thank her enough for all the times she has had to go to court for me.
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15 Jan, 2020 by Omar
I highly recommend Samantha Vantol for representation, she is very detail oriented and gets the job done! Samantha is very responsive, trustworthy, knowledgeable, professional and always prepared . Each time she handled my case I was highly satisfied with the outcome and would definitely recommend her services!
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13 Jan, 2020 by Anonymous
I couldn’t have asked for a better and more professional attorney to represent me. Sam is very knowledgeable, and made sure I was aware of everything that was going on. I highly recommend choosing her to represent you.
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20 Jul, 2023 by James
When it became apparent that I was going to need a divorce lawyer, I started my search for an attorney. Ms. Engleberg came highly recommended to me , and I am so grateful that she did. She handled my case with the upmost professionalism, thoroughly explaining the process and what all my options were step by step. All along while listening to what I was thinking. She put me in the best position possible for the best outcome possible. Her advice was exactly what I needed. I would like to return the favor that someone did for me in recommending Alyssa to anyone in need of a divorce attorney.
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19 May, 2020 by Pasquale
Alyssa and the Ruvolo Law firm have been fantastic and absolutely outstanding. They have been a pleasure to work with in THE most challenging time of my life. Alyssa and her team were aggressive in getting the requests that I had made to make things work our the best for my Ex-wife and I. They were honest, caring, compassionate, and amazing! Thank you Alyssa for helping me get through this with ease.
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04 Jun, 2019 by Kristen
Ms. Engleberg was accessible, conscientious, patient, kind, and attentive to me and my case from start to finish. She is professional and understanding, just the kind of person one needs to have in her/his corner when going through such a traumatic life change.
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12 Jan, 2021 by Jennifer
Ms. Augen was the best attorney I have ever had an experience with. She was extremely professional, caring and honest. She was open about my options throughout litigation and was a very calming source for me during a difficult time. Anyone looking for a family lawyer should hire Ms. Augen.
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28 Aug, 2017 by John
I have had the pleasure of knowing Tami since 2003 where she handled a legal dispute I was involved in, Dog bite vs young teen trespassing. She cleared up the initial quagmire and in a very professional style limited the damages and helped keep my sanity. Since then I have used her expertise and followed her advise many times, she is always willing to help and guide her former clients and she always returns phone calls promptly. I have recommended Tami to many colleagues and friends and they have had rave reviews about her legal knowledge! I highly recommend Tami Augen to for all your legal matters, if she cannot handle your case or answer your question she knows exactly who to direct you to. Thank you Tami, I truly appreciate your sincerity and legal talent!
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26 Oct, 2015 by Alan
Tami took a difficult child custody situation and made it simple and easy for all parties. She is very organized, has an eye for details, has been extremely prompt with getting back to me (as early as 7:15am) and keeping me up to date with my case and her rates are more than reasonable. I would highly recommend her!
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21 Apr, 2018 by Don
After researching several attorney's online and reading reviews. I decided to meet with Susan. I was not disappointed. I felt very comfortable from the first meeting. She was very thorough with her questions and listened to all of my concerns. She immediately understood my situations and explained the legal matters that I may encounter. She always answered my calls very promptly. I had total faith in her knowledge of the law and was completely confident in her professional approach in the court room. Susan truly know what she is doing and how to get things done. She always spoke truthfully to me never holding anything back. To sum up my experience with Susan extremely knowledgeable, completely confident, professional and courteous. I believe you can not find a better attorney. Thank you Susan
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13 Nov, 2015 by Karen
I have already recommend Susan to my friends because of the way she handled my own case. Susan was able to thoroughly explain everything to me in a way I would understand. I was well informed throughout the whole legal process. Truly a knowledgeable and courteous attorney.
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07 Oct, 2015 by Anonymous
I can honestly say that they did a great job with all explaining of legal matters to me. Susan kept me up to date with all the the matters that I needed to know about.
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27 Apr, 2018 by Ron
I wanted to locate an attorney to work for me regarding a divorce. Interviewed several people initially. Susan spent time up front to explain the entire process in detail for me. The others did not really want to do this! I had no experience with this situation or any resources to utilize during this event. Once hired she stuck to my desired goal of getting the divorce completed quickly and efficiently. Things were moved along even as the opposition wanted to keep extending the time. Start to finish, the divorce was completed in eight months. I was quite pleased with her attention and efficiency regarding my specific situation.
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05 Nov, 2017 by Mitch
I highly recommend Susan as an attorney. She represented me in my divorce and I was pleased with the agreement we reached with my ex. She was prompt with returning phone calls and emails. She was prepared and knowledgeable. Susan is very friendly but tough when she needs to be. She knows everybody at the courthouse from the clerks and security guards to judges. It was good to work with somebody so connected. Divorce is ugly, but Susan made it less so.
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02 Sep, 2014 by Jesse
I picked Susan because she represented my friend's ex-wife and he said she was much better than the lawyer he had. She was very thorough, friendly, but was tough as well. I think in a divorce no one is going to get all of what they want, but the most important thing to me was joint custody of my kids and some holidays, none of which their mother wanted me to have. She also kept my ex from moving out of state with my kids and making it financially impossible for me to see them. I have recomended her to other friends.
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06 Aug, 2016 by Angie
I just worked with Nick LaFountain on a very complicated custody jurisdiction case and Nick was beyond words amazing! From the first conversation I had with Nick, I knew I was in remarkably good hands. Nick did a great job for me. He is so smart!!! He thought of absolutely everything...I won my case and feel like I ended up with a friend in Nick! He is a great attorney and a genuinely nice person.
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07 Oct, 2015 by Anonymous
Attorney LaFountain combines a very human touch with a client who has been injured in an accident with a very staunch approach with the insurance companies that he has to deal with on his client's behalf. You always know that there is a person there helping you and will communicate with you to keep you up to date. The result is a satisfactory outcome and a good feeling about having chosen Attorney LaFountain to be your representative. What more can you ask for?
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03 Jun, 2015 by Kristin
During one of the worst periods of my life (my mother died and I found myself being sued by my estranged siblings in land court) I was in desperate need of real, honest and meaningful expert legal help. I got just that and so much more with attorney Nicholas J. LaFountain of LaFountain & Wollman, PC. Nick is not only an outstanding attorney who tirelessly worked to get me the best possible outcome but also an incredibly honorable human being who took my case when others likely wouldn’t have. The fact is I was a broke emotional wreck at the start of this ordeal and the case was a contentious ugly battle against highly credentialed attorneys with impressive Boston addresses and clients with seemingly unlimited resources. Nick was of course undaunted by this and NEVER wavered in his commitment to seek justice on my behalf. He provided me with superb legal representation and consistently went above and beyond what good attorneys do! He even drove me to court once when I was too nervous to get there myself. Nick was extremely responsive and always prompt in returning my calls and emails and answering my questions. He was wonderfully patient with me and explained my options every step of the way. Throughout my entire legal journey I always knew that Nick had my best interest at heart. Nick is also a really smart attorney with the innate ability to think quickly on his feet. He displayed this talent over and over again when dealing with opposing council and most notably by skillfully cross examining witnesses at trial. Finally and most importantly, Nick is highly EFFECTIVE! He secured an extremely favorable judgment for me under very difficult circumstances and I owe him and his team a great big thank you for that. I whole-heartedly and without reservation would and have recommended Nick LaFountain and LaFountain & Wollman, PC to anyone in need of expert legal help. Nick is an amazing attorney and I feel truly blessed to have had him in my legal corner.
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17 Jul, 2023 by Sara
From working with Karen, I learned that she is patient and detailed in her work. She looked out for me by answering all of my questions and spending the time with me to go through the paperwork to present my case so that my case was presenting as strong and factual in the court of law. Dealing with my situation was stressful, but she kept working with me so that the details were all organized and that I could present my case in a confident manner. It is very apparent that she cares about the cases that she takes on. I am very grateful for her expertise in helping me.
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22 Dec, 2021 by Calvin
I Hired Karen Ross for a divorce! I was very pleased with the service and the way she represented me! I would recommend her to anybody! She was very professional!
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21 Dec, 2021 by Mike
Karen has help my wife and I with pre-nup, will and trust issues and parents final trust taxes. She is assisting us currently with a lien issue and will soon be helping us with setting up another trust. We appreciate having her as our "go-to" for legal advise and services.
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10 Jan, 2018 by Anonymous
Attorney Davis immediately jumped in to help when my case got too much for me to handle. She was always available when I had questions and was prompt to reply to phone calls and emails. Christine, her secretary was also a great help. Hopefully I don't ever have to consult another lawyer, but if I do, I will definitely be consulting with Attorney Davis.
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10 Dec, 2017 by Anonymous
Attorney Davis represented me in my divorce. She is very knowledgeable and very professional. She has a clear picture and understanding of what she is doing. She gets to the bottom of things and doesn’t get carried away no matter how difficult the situations are. I would definitely recommend her.
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09 Nov, 2017 by Cameron
August of 2016 I came to Attorney Davis with a mess involving my teenage son. In the past, I had worked with several attorneys that delivered poor results and wasted a lot of my money. I found Attorney Davis through a referral from another highly regarded Attorney that was too busy to take my case at the time. Immediately Attorney Davis took the case on and began working on the situation within 24 hours of agreeing on the use of her services. Over the last year and a half Attorney Davis navigated my case through the courts and strategically worked with the other involved attorneys on my behalf. While working with Attorney Davis I have found that she is extremely knowledgeable, compassionate, thoughtful, strategic, conscious, and a truly amazing person. I can confidently recommend Attorney Davis for family matters involving children. Attorney Davis has been fair and the cost for using her services was worth every penny. I would consider Attorney Davis to be a true adversary of families with a strong moral compass, and passion for giving clients her absolute best work. Thank you, Attorney Davis you are awesome and I truly appreciate all that you do!
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When meeting with a lawyer for the first time, it's important to ask the right questions to understand their expertise and determine if they're the right fit for your legal needs. Here are some top questions to consider:

  1. What experience do you have with cases similar to mine?
    Ensure the lawyer has relevant experience in the specific area of law pertaining to your case.
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  2. Experience and Specialization:
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      Lawyers may charge anywhere from $150 to $500 or more per hour, depending on experience and location.
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      For routine legal services like drafting a will or handling an uncontested divorce, lawyers might offer a flat fee.
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      Common in personal injury cases; the lawyer receives a percentage (typically 25% to 40%) of any settlement or award.
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