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17 Dec, 2023 by Pearl jewels
I appreciate his time of explaining why I should have protection of property and life insurance.
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02 Feb, 2022 by Pawan kapoor
Mike is very thorough and flexible. He spent time understanding our family situation and helped with estate planning very efficiently. I would certainly contact Mike for any future legal needs in this area...
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21 Jan, 2022 by Danny krantz
Michael has been incredibly helpful, responsive and professional when helping my wife and me with our estate planning and will. He's helped us with a number of legal matters including the purchase and sales of real estate. Overall, very please with Michael and his services.
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17 Dec, 2023 by Pearl jewels
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02 Feb, 2022 by Pawan kapoor
Mike is very thorough and flexible. He spent time understanding our family situation and helped with estate planning very efficiently. I would certainly contact Mike for any future legal needs in this area...
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21 Jan, 2022 by Danny krantz
Michael has been incredibly helpful, responsive and professional when helping my wife and me with our estate planning and will. He's helped us with a number of legal matters including the purchase and sales of real estate. Overall, very please with Michael and his services.
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27 Jan, 2017 by Leslie
Our whole family uses this business for our tax needs. Very friendly and usually very busy.
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29 Jul, 2016 by Nathalie
Mark Amenta will listen to you and care for what you need. I needed a compassionate Attorney and I couldn't be more satisfied with his help in Real Estate transaction. He is approachable, informative and I'll recommend him to anyone who needs services he offers.
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02 Feb, 2011 by Anonymous
This guy is amazing. I had been paying my tax people anywhere from $500 to $750/year, and usually paying in a little bit or if lucky breaking even. With Mark, I have gotten $4500 and $2500 back! He is awesome! and he only charges me $175!
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24 Jun, 2020 by Amber wagner
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01 Apr, 2020 by Miguel angel taura villacorta
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23 Nov, 2019 by Katherine ross
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01 Mar, 2021 by Curt
Nicholas did a great job helping me with my divorce. He was honest and gave sound legal advice but ultimately let me make the decisions. He kept my kids and myself as the priority, and has a team (Rennie) kept me on track through frequent communications. I would highly recommend Nicholas if you are looking for an honest lawyer who is looking out for your best interest and your kids if it pertains.
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08 Oct, 2019 by Anonymous
In my divorce, he was awesome. Got me more than expected and made sure that it was joint physical and legal custody. I have used him in other cases as well and he has been awesome
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05 May, 2016 by Anonymous
Nicholas did a good job on my divorce case. He kept me well informed as we took the case to trail. he fought really hard for me and got me a better outcome with my parenting time then most fathers get.
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03 Jun, 2016 by Anonymous
While we ended up with a quick agreed modification, things didn't start that way. Melissa personally took my consult call and never once rushed me during the call. She took her time helping us fully understand our options and cost scenarios. She showed a genuine interest in creating a healthy situation and taking the least combative route possible to ensure the least amount of stress on my children as possible. Although I ended up being able to avoid a nasty battle, I have no doubt Mrs. Loveless would've done a great job making sure our situation was resolved in the best interest of the children. She resolved our situation from start to finish in less than a month when other attorneys told us it couldn't be done. We appreciate the diligence and the expedient service she showed in our case.
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04 Mar, 2011 by Mike
Melissa worked with me throughout the process to be sure that I was protected. I appreciated how she kept me informed along the way. Melissa was always available to answer any questions for me or to address any wrinkles I threw at her. I intend on having her construct my new will. Melissa Loveless has my strongest recommendation.
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18 Nov, 2010 by Anonymous
Melissa is a strong, honest, hard working attorney who will fight with you to get to a settlement that you deserve. She's not easily bullied by oposing counsel and can see through lies/games that are usually played in a divorce. I trust her completely to speak on my behalf and I know that she is on the side of what is right not necessarily the popular vote. She has been very helpful guiding me through this tough time in my life. I have recommended and would recommend her again to family/friends.
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31 Oct, 2024 by April jackson-howard
My lawyers was always available to answer my questions and concerns. They put me at ease throughout the legal process. The lawyers has a thorough knowledge of the law and defended my case with determination and exceptional commitment. I highly recommend this law firm. Thank you Celeste Garcia for everything and the Jim Adler Team ‍ ‍ ‍
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28 Oct, 2024 by Vincent robles
Cindy Medina New York City Office Manager This individual went above and beyond to clarify uncertainties and misconceptions related to my case. I sincerely appreciate all of her efforts and the extra time she gave me to insure that I was comfortable with All the moving parts of my case. She boosted my faith in your representation of me and should be recognized as an asset to your firm.
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19 Aug, 2024 by J d cabrero
I highly recommend the Law Offices of Pasternack Tilker Ziegler Walsh Stanton & Romano LLP attorneys at law to anyone injured in a work-related accident seeking legal representation. I commend paralegal Kiana Ortiz for working diligently and in close liaison with the attorney staff representing my interest in this matter and for her promptness in returning my phone calls and emails. Her integrity, exceptional skills, conscientiousness, empathy, and genuine concern for her clients make her a remarkable paralegal. From our initial consultation, the attorneys at the above-mentioned law firm were prompt in my questions and concerns providing sound advice and guidance throughout the litigation process. I'm 100% satisfied with the efficiency, expertise, level of commitment, effort, professionalism, and superb performance Kiana Ortiz has displayed thus far throughout the proceedings. Ms. Ortiz is an asset and is indispensable to the law firm. The attorneys at Pasternack Tilker Ziegler Walsh Stanton & Romano LLP have in-depth knowledge and interpretation of the law and the ability to attain a favorable result. The law office has an incomparable track record and will go above and beyond to advocate for your interests and fight for your rights.
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28 Oct, 2024 by Vincent robles
Cindy Medina New York City Office Manager This individual went above and beyond to clarify uncertainties and misconceptions related to my case. I sincerely appreciate all of her efforts and the extra time she gave me to insure that I was comfortable with All the moving parts of my case. She boosted my faith in your representation of me and should be recognized as an asset to your firm.
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19 Aug, 2024 by J d cabrero
I highly recommend the Law Offices of Pasternack Tilker Ziegler Walsh Stanton & Romano LLP attorneys at law to anyone injured in a work-related accident seeking legal representation. I commend paralegal Kiana Ortiz for working diligently and in close liaison with the attorney staff representing my interest in this matter and for her promptness in returning my phone calls and emails. Her integrity, exceptional skills, conscientiousness, empathy, and genuine concern for her clients make her a remarkable paralegal. From our initial consultation, the attorneys at the above-mentioned law firm were prompt in my questions and concerns providing sound advice and guidance throughout the litigation process. I'm 100% satisfied with the efficiency, expertise, level of commitment, effort, professionalism, and superb performance Kiana Ortiz has displayed thus far throughout the proceedings. Ms. Ortiz is an asset and is indispensable to the law firm. The attorneys at Pasternack Tilker Ziegler Walsh Stanton & Romano LLP have in-depth knowledge and interpretation of the law and the ability to attain a favorable result. The law office has an incomparable track record and will go above and beyond to advocate for your interests and fight for your rights.
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28 Oct, 2024 by Vincent robles
Cindy Medina New York City Office Manager This individual went above and beyond to clarify uncertainties and misconceptions related to my case. I sincerely appreciate all of her efforts and the extra time she gave me to insure that I was comfortable with All the moving parts of my case. She boosted my faith in your representation of me and should be recognized as an asset to your firm.
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19 Aug, 2024 by J d cabrero
I highly recommend the Law Offices of Pasternack Tilker Ziegler Walsh Stanton & Romano LLP attorneys at law to anyone injured in a work-related accident seeking legal representation. I commend paralegal Kiana Ortiz for working diligently and in close liaison with the attorney staff representing my interest in this matter and for her promptness in returning my phone calls and emails. Her integrity, exceptional skills, conscientiousness, empathy, and genuine concern for her clients make her a remarkable paralegal. From our initial consultation, the attorneys at the above-mentioned law firm were prompt in my questions and concerns providing sound advice and guidance throughout the litigation process. I'm 100% satisfied with the efficiency, expertise, level of commitment, effort, professionalism, and superb performance Kiana Ortiz has displayed thus far throughout the proceedings. Ms. Ortiz is an asset and is indispensable to the law firm. The attorneys at Pasternack Tilker Ziegler Walsh Stanton & Romano LLP have in-depth knowledge and interpretation of the law and the ability to attain a favorable result. The law office has an incomparable track record and will go above and beyond to advocate for your interests and fight for your rights.
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30 Aug, 2024 by Carlos herrera
I had a wonderful experience working with Quan Law Group for my immigration process. The entire team was professional, knowledgeable, and always available to answer any questions I had. They guided me through every step of the process with great care and attention to detail, ensuring everything went smoothly. A special thanks to Jarred and Nancy for their exceptional support and dedication. They went above and beyond to make a complex situation easier to manage, and I truly appreciate their hard work. I highly recommend Quan Law Group to anyone in need of top-tier immigration services. Their team, particularly Jarred and Nancy, was instrumental in making my process successful!
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29 Aug, 2024 by Kristi villalta
We were incredibly please with our attorney, Kathryn Karam, at Quan Law. She was very patient with answering all of our questions and kept us updated of our case status along the way. Each time there was a hiccup, and boy did we have a few, she always had a plan to move forward and presented us with our options. She was always up to date on the latest immigration news and trends and often could anticipate issues before they arose. All of the staff that we worked with were friendly and quick to respond to our inquiries. Thankfully, we have closed this chapter but if we ever needed them again, we would choose Quan Law!
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23 Jul, 2024 by Paul benet
Thank you to Quan Law firm and in particular the outstanding support of Ms. Kathryn Karam who has been instrumental in my roughly 8-year journey from an NIW green card through to achieving US Naturalization last week. There were several curveballs thrown along the way and Kathryn excels in managing to resolve tricky situations and suggest viable pathways to progress forward. I would highly recommend her services for anyone needing a US Immigration attorney based in the Houston area.
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12 Aug, 2024 by Greg yucht
The Team at Brach Eichler did an excellent job overall. My attorney Corey Dietz worked tirelessly throughout the process to make sure I received fair compensation. Corey and his team answered all of my questions and explained the process effectively. They were always responsive to my questions/concerns, and explained what the timeline of the settlement and trial may be. They will also work with you to make sure you are happy with where things stand. Great job!
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23 Jul, 2024 by Hugh skelly
I’ve dealt with terrible attorneys in the past. However, this firm truly cares about their clients problems. During the consultation we went over everything and they answered all questions regarding my case making me feel even more comfortable!
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23 Jul, 2024 by Jay fray
So I was supposed to be represented by Taylor Dibenedetto for a careless driving ticket. The day of court my attorney turned out to be someone else (female) not who I thought I was being represented by and settled the matter from a careless to an unsafe with a $500 fine. These people are a scam. Very incompetent and it’s like they didn’t even try. I could’ve gotten the unsafe driving on my own and saved the $300 I paid for this terrible attorney👎👎👎
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25 Oct, 2024 by Carlos
Excelente servicio y solución de problemas 100%. Recomendado.
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14 Oct, 2024 by Jose gutierrez
Llevamos nuestro proceso de migración. Y siempre estuvimos bien asesorados. Muy bue servicio, lo recomendamos
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09 Oct, 2024 by Matías herrera
Muy atento , muy buena orientacion .
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24 Jul, 2024 by Zacharias cohen
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24 Jun, 2024 by Gennnybravo
Would avoid working with this firm if at all possible. They are extremely slow to respond, completely disregard emails, and show a complete lack of empathy or understanding. If you are not consistently following up, you will be hard pressed to receive any type of response. If you do receive a response, it will be short and often times not even answer your questions. It consistently felt like we had to chase them down for the most simple requests. Go elsewhere if you have the option.
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14 Jun, 2024 by Zetar0b0t
Angela was super professional and helped me with my questions. I met her at an event and recommended the establishment.
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26 Oct, 2024 by Александр
Профи своего дела, легок и приятен в общение
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20 Aug, 2024 by Derek mohan
Very professional Lawyer. He always returns call and always on point.
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20 Aug, 2024 by Pa trick
Vielen lieben Dank , Herr Litvak ist immer erreichbar , erklärt alles detailliert , Grüße aus Deutschland
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26 Oct, 2024 by Александр
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20 Aug, 2024 by Derek mohan
Very professional Lawyer. He always returns call and always on point.
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20 Aug, 2024 by Pa trick
Vielen lieben Dank , Herr Litvak ist immer erreichbar , erklärt alles detailliert , Grüße aus Deutschland
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30 Sep, 2024 by Reggie bridges
Jeff and his team at Killino Law Firm are truly exceptional! They took on my daughter’s challenging case when no one else would, and their dedication, expertise, and compassion made all the difference. Thanks to their amazing work, we can now take care of our daughter for the rest of her life. Jeff handled everything with professionalism and kept us informed every step of the way. If you’re in need of a personal injury & accident lawyer, look no further—Jeff is your guy. I can’t recommend him and his exceptional team enough!
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30 Jul, 2024 by Lauren myers
The legal team has been responsive to concerns and we are very pleased with Attorney Johnson’s counsel. Great firm to work with for family court matters as well.
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29 Jul, 2024 by Natalie wipf
I can't say enough about how well I was treated by this law firm. I needed help with a custody/ visitation matter and the firm made the whole thing peaceful and painless. It can be an intimidating process but they were with me every step of the way and I knew they had my daughters best interests and wishes in mind throughout the whole thing. I highly recommend the Johnson Firm for all your family court needs
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27 Aug, 2024 by Nancy herrmann benton
Larry Fehring did a great job in handling my personal injury case. Attorney Fehring was considerate and helpful in navigating the process allowing me to achieve a beneficial outcome. I would highly recommend Attorney Fehring and Habush Habush & Rottier.
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15 Aug, 2024 by Rick m
Following an accident, I was referred to Ben Wagner by another attorney. This turned out to be a great referral. Ben and his team handled my case with a high level of professionalism and care. He kept me informed, communicated regularly with progress updates and was responsive to all my questions. I greatly appreciate all the work he did on my behalf. I am fortunate to have had Ben represent me. It was easy and reassuring working with him during a difficult period while he navigated my case to a successful outcome that exceeded expectations. Ben Wagner is an outstanding attorney. I give him the highest of recommendations.
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15 Aug, 2024 by John larson
The experts we have used are extremely thorough and very knowledgeable. The cost is low compared to others and the staff is super helpful and friendly.
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02 Jul, 2024 by Tom wilmoth
As someone who used to locate and develop experts in-house at a large lawfirm, I can tell you that this company does a fantastic job. They take care of the tedious legwork in locating, developing, and background checking experts, so that you can focus on your case. Definitely worth the cost.
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01 Jul, 2024 by Charles moster
Indispensable expert services. We could not find an expert through any other source. Highest recommendation from lawyer in business for over 38 years! Charles Moster Moster Law Firm
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15 Aug, 2024 by John larson
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02 Jul, 2024 by Tom wilmoth
As someone who used to locate and develop experts in-house at a large lawfirm, I can tell you that this company does a fantastic job. They take care of the tedious legwork in locating, developing, and background checking experts, so that you can focus on your case. Definitely worth the cost.
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01 Jul, 2024 by Charles moster
Indispensable expert services. We could not find an expert through any other source. Highest recommendation from lawyer in business for over 38 years! Charles Moster Moster Law Firm
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15 Aug, 2024 by John larson
The experts we have used are extremely thorough and very knowledgeable. The cost is low compared to others and the staff is super helpful and friendly.
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02 Jul, 2024 by Tom wilmoth
As someone who used to locate and develop experts in-house at a large lawfirm, I can tell you that this company does a fantastic job. They take care of the tedious legwork in locating, developing, and background checking experts, so that you can focus on your case. Definitely worth the cost.
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01 Jul, 2024 by Charles moster
Indispensable expert services. We could not find an expert through any other source. Highest recommendation from lawyer in business for over 38 years! Charles Moster Moster Law Firm
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14 May, 2024 by Alicia granados
I would definitely recommend Mr Charles amazing staff very communicative in my brother case always keeping me informed in the outcome he got my brother case dismissed it was tough but Mr Charles and Mr weeks were on it awesome job I’m very happy and blessed to hired his services I would definitely recommend his services
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16 Feb, 2024 by Mikey
Excellence at its finest! I'm going to be short and sweet. These people saved my life! They really care about people and not just trying to get rich off us! They are great people!
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14 May, 2024 by Alicia granados
I would definitely recommend Mr Charles amazing staff very communicative in my brother case always keeping me informed in the outcome he got my brother case dismissed it was tough but Mr Charles and Mr weeks were on it awesome job I’m very happy and blessed to hired his services I would definitely recommend his services
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16 Feb, 2024 by Mikey
Excellence at its finest! I'm going to be short and sweet. These people saved my life! They really care about people and not just trying to get rich off us! They are great people!
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14 May, 2024 by Alicia granados
I would definitely recommend Mr Charles amazing staff very communicative in my brother case always keeping me informed in the outcome he got my brother case dismissed it was tough but Mr Charles and Mr weeks were on it awesome job I’m very happy and blessed to hired his services I would definitely recommend his services
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16 Feb, 2024 by Mikey
Excellence at its finest! I'm going to be short and sweet. These people saved my life! They really care about people and not just trying to get rich off us! They are great people!
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23 May, 2024 by Angel
David is a good man, helped me out a lot, highly recommended his services!
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22 May, 2024 by Peyton breaux
Gave amazing advice. Very professional. Gets to the point.
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23 Apr, 2024 by Nangialai z
This man made me so much happier when I heard about my DUI class been dropped me off he gave me the best advice ever and informations what to do next and I’m very thankful for him God bless you sir. Nangialai Zafari
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17 May, 2024 by Geoff
Jennifer Coden is one of the most talented and distinguished attorneys I have had the pleasure of working with. I hired her to help me with a contentious divorce where I was afraid of losing all I had earned and worked for throughout my career. Through each step of the way Jennifer not only remained diligent and unwavering in her representation of me, but she (and her assistant Lorie) were kind and understanding while guiding me through the process. After a long trial, Jennifer achieved an extremely favorable result for me. I do not believe that another attorney could have obtained the same outcome for me as Jennifer did. Her talent and work ethic are unmatched.
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16 May, 2024 by Donna minissale
Jennifer and her staff were there for me in my time of need. She is a professional and will advocate for your rights. She always answered all of my questions and very easy to talk to. I highly recommend her.
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16 May, 2024 by Melissa obrien
Jennifer is an outstanding Lawyer , Her and her staff were great and very easy to talk too.
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