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25 Feb, 2021 by Angela
Mr. Banker throughly explained the case. He takes the time to go over every detail and explains in a mannner that one can understand. He is compasionate and caring. He fights hard to defend our rights.
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16 Dec, 2020 by Dion
He was always checking in oo me. Made sure I was always on time. Got me a great deal, and extremely professional.
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28 Sep, 2018 by Oscar
Very professional an he tells you how it is no fairytales just results solution , I very happy I hire him for my probation hearing he made things happen by explaining my side of the story like if I told it my case got dimiss .
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29 Jan, 2022 by Brian d.
I hired Caleb to represent me in a criminal case and it was the best decision I could have made. Caleb was always reassuringly confident and prepared, and was available to me whenever I had questions or concerns. He helped get me the best result possible, which certainly would not have happened without his assistance. If you find yourself in need of a criminal attorney, do yourself a favor and hire Caleb.
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05 Oct, 2021 by Edson
Koufman helped me with a difficult legal matter. He was incredibly attentive and professional. Not only did he help me get the best outcome possible but he also helped me get back on track. I Highly recommend
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29 Jun, 2021 by Hiram
Thank god for Caleb I’m so appreciative for him it was like god blessed me with the greatest lawyer I could ask for he has a laser focus and Dosnt back down he speaks up and actually cares for his clients all and all he’s a great down to earth guy always kept me in the loop if I ever have legal problems again he’s definitely my first call (I won’t be getting into anymore legal issues)
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24 May, 2021 by Anonymous
Called in with a concern and helped talk me through what i would need to know.
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25 Jul, 2018 by Michael
As a one time client of Mr. Shapiro I found him to be an extremely forthright, intelligent, sharp-minded attorney who’s not only well versed in Federal and State law but represents his clients with the highest degree of professionalism. Mark my words, you can be assured that David is capable of wielding the full power of the law within the legal justice system to ensure his client’s rights are well protected. In my personal experience, he’s one of the top lawyers in Utah and most likely the country when he’s practicing on the Federal level. When I wanted a steady set of hands, a good heart, and a sharp mind to stand beside me in my time of need – I would have been hard pressed to have a better man fighting for my rights than Attorney David Shapiro.
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14 May, 2018 by Mayte
We hired Mr. Shapiro for my mother and she couldn't do any better. We are extremely happy with the results Mr. Shapiro is always available phone/text/email, he has very much patience we are 5 sisters on a case of my mother and he would always have time for each one of us and never frustrated always calm and with a great answer he speaks great Spanish also and that helped a lot too because my mother only speaks Spanish, I would not want to have to deal with anything criminal again but if I was to I wouldn't think about it twice to hire Mr. Shapiro. Thank you again Mr. Shapiro
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16 Oct, 2023 by Sarah
I've been working with Amber and her team for the past three years. She's one of the most important people in my life. She was able to get a very serious charge dismissed for me. The amount I paid her felt like a lot at the time but in retrospect it was nothing. I would've found a way to pay her twice that. I heard about someone who had her appointed by the court and I just think, what incredible luck. If you get her appointed or if you've just hired her just do what she asks and you can sit back and relax. I feel so lucky to have chosen her to represent me. Things could've gone very differently for me but I hired her and saw true justice done.
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30 Jan, 2023 by James
I just called her office to request information regarding a case from 20+ years ago. Her office manager, being 30+ years experienced in crime records reporting, took her own time to advise me on the process and how to proceed, without having to hire a legal counselor at all. Mrs Vazquez has the right team working for her, and if I am ever in a need for a legal counselor again, I won't shop around, I've already found the right counselor and team. Support staff makes up 50% of the practice. Excellent choice in your office manager Mrs. Vazquez.
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24 Feb, 2021 by Scott
When you look for a Lawyer you want someone that you can trust. Amber keeps her word. I found Amber outside of AVVO and hired her. She has compassion but has the intensity when it is needed. She has a passion for what she does and that makes a difference in the case. Amber is aggressive in the courtroom and her presence is known when she walks into the room. She is patient and kind and always answered every question I ever had. When you reach out to her or her office they are attentive, they find the answers and make sure things are taken care of. Her team is dependable. The court process is tough and she saw me as a person, treated me right, and fought for what she believed in. She is first class and is a wise choice I hired Amber outside of AVVO on my own. She represented.
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03 Jun, 2022 by Andre
HIghly recommended. We contacted Nico to help a relative through some minor warrants he acquired. Mr. Capozzi went to court on our behalf as we are in Los Angeles and the warrants and charges were removed. If you or a family needs help, I would strongly recommend you reach out to this attorney for help. Thank you Nicholas.
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02 Dec, 2021 by Amy
Mr. Capozzi is an excellent attorney. He is fair, respected, and will work hard to get you the outcome you want.if you need an attorney, look no further.
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11 Feb, 2018 by Anonymous
I am very thankful that I found and hired Mr. Capozzi. I've never gone through anything like this before. Mr. Capozzi was compassionate and professional.
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21 Jul, 2019 by Greg k
I interviewed about 5 law firms. Selected Josh and could not have been happier with the choice. He walked me through the process. He gave me his personal cell phone, actually called me back and responded to my texts. He was able to have my charges reduced from two felony charges and than a few months later, dropped. Meet him, talk to him and I bet you hire him. I am glad I found him!!!
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10 May, 2017 by Dan
I'll start by I can't praise Josh enough for his abilities as a lawyer and as a genuine person. He cares about his clients and does everything a decent person would do. It's not about the money for him. I wish more lawyers would emulate the way he goes about his business and daily life. If you're in need of any help please consider using him. You will not regret it. Again, there's so much praise I could give him. Just know He's there to help you and does so with excellence. I'm truly grateful he came into my life when he did. Thank you Josh!
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24 Mar, 2017 by Pepper
At 57 and having to deal with a few attorneys in my younger years, I didn't like any of them. I would say "I didn't like ANY attorney" because they ALL had the "better than anyone attitude", etc. I ALMOST didn't call an attorney; was just going to Public Defender & plea out because wasn't interested in an attorney just out for the money when they knew the "End Result" would be the same; however, at the suggestion of my bondsman, I decided to call & talk to Josh figuring nothing to lose by making the call. THANK GOD I made that call in May 2014; With 1 question from Josh I realized it was not that cut & dry; AND, I felt he was being honest, not just trying to suck a client in for money! I hired Josh. Since the beginning, I could feel his sincerity with my case. 1st time I can honestly say an attorney (Joshua Rydell) went above & beyond any expectations I ever had!! I had F3 & M1 charges; March 2017 (almost 3 years after arrest), F3 & M1, was amended to M1 only with 12 mos prob & possible off in 6 mos; total court & probation costs will be $318; AND all would have been thrown out due to the warrant if my employment time clocks had been working both days in question. From the beginning I told Josh I didn't want any charges, that I wanted everything just thrown out like nothing ever happened. Haha, right? Josh was thorough, detailed, creative, exceptionally knowledgeable with the laws (AN ASSET FOR ANY CLIENT), and never in a million years did I even expect the AWESOME outcome he got for me. He is even going to file for early release of Probation to get that over in the 6 months, as well as have the records sealed since adjudication withheld. I honestly can't say enough good about this attorney and how he really did save me from what could have ruined me personally & professionally. Now, after I do the probation and we go back, it will be as though nothing ever happened which is just as good as everything thrown out to me. He is VERY reasonable with his costs which is usually unheard of with attorneys, again, Joshua is just different. He has very rare qualities not usually seen in criminal attorneys. I will and would recommend this attorney, Joshua Rydell, to any friend or family member should they ever need representation with the utmost confidence they would receive the ABSOLUTE BEST legal representation possible!! He is truly the best and I thank the good Lord for helping me find my way to Joshua for help. I hope my review helps anyone needing a good attorney find their way to Joshua Rydell as he is by far the BEST CHOICE in criminal defense!!! THANK YOU AGAIN JOSH for Everythint!!!
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17 Dec, 2020 by Karen
Troy was extremely helpful with my case. He communicates very well and is very intelligent. He was available whenever I needed to get a hold of him, and was also very kind. He worked very hard to obtain positive results in my case. I would highly recommend his services.
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15 Oct, 2020 by Anonymous
The only time I expected to hire a lawyer is when it came time to writing up a contract for a small business. Having to hire one for defense was the last thing on my mind especially how rough a year is has already been. Since the beginning, communication with Troy has been clear, straight forward, and was not sugarcoated. He is well versed in law and will thoroughly go over the details of your circumstances. Troy has your back until the end and will take all the steps to ensure the best results that leaves everyone happy
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31 Aug, 2020 by Catherine
We hired Troy during a very difficult time in our life. He was so amazing. He worked diligently on our behalf and the results was so much better than we ever expected. He is a compassionate, honest, hardworking attorney who goes above and beyond for his clients.
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20 Oct, 2018 by James
I can’t say enough about how awesome Brent Horst is. After the very first meeting I felt a huge weight lifted off of my shoulders and I knew that everything was going to be alright. I switched from another attorney who was basically telling me that an indictment was inevitable and to just prepare for it. While he never made any promises, Brent made me feel confident the whole time that he could prevent charges from being filed. He immediately went to work after our first meeting and fought to do everything possible to prove my innocence. He truly showed his passion for my case and I knew it meant as much to him as it did to me. He was always available to take my calls and respond to my texts and emails. In the end his passion and hard work payed off and no charges were filed! I will forever be grateful to him for quickly ending the worst nightmare Of my life. If you need a defense attorney, do not think twice about it! Brent Horst is the best!
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13 May, 2017 by Susan
"Making good decisions is a crucial skill at every level." -  Peter Drucker The quote above is one I wish had come to mind before retaining the first attorney in my criminal case.  It is never a good decision to make a decision from anxiety and fear of unfamiliar circumstances. What prepares a person without a criminal record to take the next step in the judicial process after bonding out of jail? Nothing. Living an honest life for 60 years means little when falsely accused of domestic violence.   Watching as mandatory arrest and no-drop prosecution policies implemented to protect victims of domestic abuse were skillfully exploited and manipulated by the mother of my son's young child was staggering.  The hurried decision after being released from the mandatory Metro Jail 12-hour hold to pay legal retainer fee was a novice's mistake.  Choosing from a list of private counsel found in the reception area of the Public Defender's Office without researching experience and case results almost jeopardized my rights and freedom. Unlike my accuser, there was no army of advocates waiting to guide me through the process. Thankfully, I was able to find Mr. Horst's website in my online search for highly-rated experienced criminal trial attorneys. After watching Mr. Horst's  video “My Client My Fight”, I knew he was the person for my defense.  The most repeated characteristics of successful criminal defense attorneys mentioned in articles I read online were: Credibility, Communication Skills, Knowledge, Confidence, Civility, Personal Involvement and Courtroom Demeanor and my addition to the list - Backbone. Mr. Horst possesses them all in spades. From the beginning, my decision to have the case bound over to Criminal Court was non-negotiable.  Many people said to me, "Why not just accept the General Sessions hallway offer of judicial diversion, conviction, 16 week offender program and no jail time just to be done with the stress?"  Mr. Horst said me,  "Why?" Words cannot describe the feeling of waking up the morning after my case was retired.  For the first time in almost a year the anxiety and thoughts of an emotional trial were gone. I am very grateful for Mr. Horst's endless patience, understanding and guidance during the judicial process. Hopefully, I will not need a criminal trial defense attorney in the future.  I would, however, without hesitation, recommend Mr. Horst to anyone facing charges in criminal court. Susan Smith Defendant/Domestic Misdemeanor Assault Case Retired at Discussion No Special Conditions
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25 Jan, 2017 by Anonymous
got to the point , contacted the proper people and didn't back up !
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26 Sep, 2024 by Anonymous
Randy is a highly knowledgeable lawyer who know is patient, highly intelligent, and calming. There is nothing more daunting than knowing that the US gov't is your adversary looking to end your freedom, career, family, and everything else that means the most from you. In times like this, Randy is the lawyer who you need to stand by your side and fight for your life. Not only is she fantastic in the courtroom, her experience allows her to see many steps ahead when most defendants are left in a constant state of uncertainty, and she will guide you through every step of the way to reach phenomenal outcomes. For her services, her pricing is unbeatable, and there is no other attorney I would trust more than her.
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01 Apr, 2024 by Terry
Ms. Randy exemplifies professionalism and expertise while consistently demonstrating compassion in every interaction. We have full confidence in her abilities, and her dedication and sterling reputation among legal circles are widely acknowledged. Working with Ms. Randy has been a pleasure, and we wholeheartedly endorse her to anyone seeking an attorney who champions justice and steadfastly defends their case. In my situation, her impact extended beyond measure, not only for me but for my entire family. Describing the complexity of our circumstances in a few sentences is challenging. However, Ms. Randy adeptly navigated a serious case with multiple serious charges, resulting in minimal disruption to our lives. Thanks to her skillful assistance, I was able to retain my licenses and continue my professional pursuits. Importantly, she treated me not merely as a client, but as a cherished member of her extended family.
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22 Mar, 2022 by Deborah
Always professional, knowledgeable and personable. Randy walked me through every aspect of the process and explained my options. I appreciated her flexibility as some of our consultations were on weekends and late evenings. I believe that Randy provided excellent counsel and achieved the best outcome based on federal law.
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21 Dec, 2017 by Ken
Mr. McCann handled my case expertly and I'm glad I hired him. He took my initial phone call on a holiday weekend and met me the same day for my initial consultation. We went to court and he arranged a plea for me that reduced my fines and gave me 0 points.
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03 Apr, 2016 by Ann
I needed legal counsel for each of my older teenage boys, both for separate issues within a two year period (2014 and 2016). My first phone call to Wade was a message of urgency I left on his voicemail at 2am one morning because my son had been arrested and was in jail. Wade returned my call by 8am and began working for us immediately, which included visiting my son in jail. He took the situations with each of my boys seriously; he was eager to help and was great with keeping us informed, we didn't feel like just another number. My son's crimes were wiped of their permanent adult record and their probation terms were reasonable as well. His expertise in the law, as well as his personal interest in helping others, gave us great peace of mind. I felt my boys were well represented and as a parent I felt supported.
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19 Feb, 2016 by Imad
When I first ended up in my legal problems, I was afraid, confused and frustrated, I found Wade from online and decided to contact him, it was the best decision I ever done in my life! He is extremely confident and knows what he is doing, he told me he never lost a felony case in his long career, and to my expectations I walked away from my serious legal problems ( 11 felonies) . I tried other lawyers before, but no one ever like Wade. He gave me his personal cell phone, always answers or texts back. He actually cares about his clients like family! If it wasn't for Wades hard work and determination I wouldn't be writing this review right now online, I would of been writing letters to my wife from prison. Thank You Wade will never forget Your hard honest work.
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06 Nov, 2018 by Dave
Jeff and Paul have been exceptional lawyers for a very personal family matter. We needed expert criminal legal representation in Cook County, and Jeff and Paul were there with us every step of the way. They were very communicative, open, honest and transparent. And they care. You can tell right away when somebody cares and has empathy. But it goes beyond that. They know the cook county court system, the judges, the prosecutors, and they know the law. They are really smart! I highly recommend them if you or a loved one are in serious legal trouble. Hire well! You won't be disappointed!
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03 Mar, 2017 by Anonymous
I want to thank Robert Callahan and his law firm for the great work thy did for my brother is had a weapons charge and had to spend time in jail theyes were able to get all charges dropped before his court date will recommend these attorneys great job
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08 Jun, 2016 by Cody
I was charged with First Degree Murder. Facing 20 to life. My family and I were hopeless and helpless. With the public defender not caring my family found Robert Callahan and he fought for me like no other would. I trusted and put my life in his hands and he treated me like a friend. With his knowledge and determination he knew just what to do. He was like a beast when he crossed examined the states witnesses and did everything to bring out the truth. He was full of knowledge and determination. He saved my life and brought me home to my family. He truly cares and I am blessed to have him as my lawyer .I can not express enough of how Amazing of a lawyer he is.Robert Callahan is a God sent and he is not only my lawyer but my friend. Thank you Robert Callahan and associates for saving my life!
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22 May, 2023 by Anonymous
I was facing 7 year felony drug distribution and possession charges. Thanks to Jeremy, I wound up with misdemeanor possession and 6 months probation. It was my first arrest and I was terrified. Jeremy advocated for me every step of the way. He got my possessions out of impound, established rapport with the troopers and DA, enlisted the help of a drug expert, and even sat with me in the probation office to ensure I got the best possible terms. Fantastic work Mr Alva. Worth every penny!
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14 Nov, 2021 by Lexus
Mr. Jeremy Alva was an amazing lawyer.. he absolutely handled the job. Kept every promise he gave & didn’t take any crap in those court rooms. Highly recommended!
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13 Nov, 2020 by Richard b.
With today’s society fighting racially injustice cases where police are involved and escalating situations, while adding charges that benefit their unlawful arrest, this lawyer was able to present my case with only the facts and without a doubt my charges were completely withdrew over a 1-2 month span. This was a fight that Jeremy took on with his team and sent a powerful message to the police that equality matters, truth matters! THANKS JEREMY. Without major exaggeration you will always get my service as well as my recommendation. Thanks for helping me keep my freedom!
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11 Jul, 2022 by Ryan
I was pulled over for a DWI and was nervous so I contacted Marc Gann and he made me feel very comfortable with the terrible situation I was in. After many court dates he got my charges dismissed. I couldn’t be happier and would highly recommend anyone who is in that situation to use him.
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03 Nov, 2020 by Anonymous
Did everything and more. Always available no matter what day of the week. Very clear about what is happening and what approach he is taking. Stays calm and assures he will get the job done and he does.
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28 Oct, 2020 by Anonymous
I was overcharged with 8 felonies in a case that was beyond ridiculous. I'd never been in trouble in my life and was terrified. Marc Gann was the calm in my storm. He always made himself available to me at all times. My case was dismissed. I cannot begin to tell you how grateful I am to Marc. If you are considering another attorney: Don't. He was fantastic! I'm forever grateful.
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07 Jun, 2022 by Mark
Mr Carter handled our DWI case with the utmost professionalism and really cared about the outcome. He and his staff kept my son updated and on track for completing milestones and this was all during 20-21 debacle. Our family can’t thank him and his staff enough for helping us through it all.
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07 Jun, 2022 by Anonymous
I came to Mr. Carters office and he had me explain what happened, how we got here, and what’s next etc. He was able to keep me ahead of the ball on some situations and helped me to progress in the process with no hang ups. With his many years as a defense attorney, he has a heavy reputation and everyone knows him and he knows everyone. Lastly, the element I take away is that each visit he had some insightful wisdom and a lesson to be learned for what had been done.
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15 Apr, 2021 by Travis
Mr. Carter was referred to me from a good friend who I've known for a while and it was by far the best referral I could ever have gotten. Don fought for me as if he was my own father. He got me more than I would have ever expected. I've dealt with many lawyers in past and most of them were trash even after paying them good money. Don has been at this business a long time and it shows in the courtroom. He gets much respect from the judges and prosecutors and trust me that goes a long ways. If your in need of a good lawyer who will fight for you and is not all about money then look no further than Mr. Carter and his assistant Celia! I couldn't be more happy with the results.
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08 Sep, 2021 by Robin
He helped me through everything since day one he understood my case and got on it right away I highly recommend Mr.Lackin thank you once again.
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17 Aug, 2021 by Daniel
I reached out to the Smith & Eulo office just hours after my incident. I was scared, helpless and didn't know what to do. I spoke with Robert and he immediately got to work from the very first conversation that we had. Robert answered every question that I had , responded to every phone call/text and kept me up to date with everything as it was happening. I don't want to say to much about my case but I want it to be known that it was very doubtful that any good one come from it. With the hard work that Robert put it in and his dedication to my case, we were successful it what we wanted to accomplish and victory prevailed. I thank you so much for everything you have done for me and my family! This man will make you feel comfortable, in the know and never make you feel like a burden. God Bless thank you again!!
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07 Jul, 2021 by Jonathon
Mr Zlatkin was very professional and responsive, he never kept me in the dark and helped me through every step of my case. My case went very well and in my favor, he assured me of what I needed to do and I was fine once I did. I would recommend him to anyone that needs a quality lawyer
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13 Apr, 2024 by T p
Ilian took a difficult situation and made it easier to comprehend and calm my thoughts. Trying to do this alone or with someone who doesn’t have compassion would be a scary dangerous road. He broke things down so they were easy to comprehend. Yes, he had to give me the truth as he talked me off the ledge (so to speak). There is happiness after this process. I’m definitely there and quicker than I thought possible.
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21 Nov, 2022 by Brady runyon
My wife and I had an extremely positive experience working with Steve and his staff. They made the process easy and were able to clearly explain each step, without making it confusing. Start to finish they were extremely responsive, professional, and personable and I will definitely be referring my friends and family!
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04 Aug, 2022 by Walter ruiz
Very knowledgeable and professional willing to answer any questions. Would highly recommend this law office.
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26 Sep, 2024 by Anonymous
Arthur Frost handled a very delicate legal situation for our family with a degree of professionalism, expertise and empathy not often seen in the legal system. The outcome was the best we could have ever hoped for. I would highly recommend him to anyone seeking legal services in New York.
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21 Oct, 2023 by Anonymous
I recently needed to hire an attorney for a sensitive matter. I sent emails to numerous attorneys and Art Frost replied to me and provided me immediately with guidance and best case scenarios. He was also realistic and gave me the worst case scenario as well. Art met with me in person and spent time with me discussing the case and the circumstances. He was kind, considerate, professional and really put my mind at ease that he could resolve this matter in a timely fashion. The outcome was a best case scenario and it is now behind me. Art and his partner David worked with me and kept me informed every step of the way. Will definitely recommend them always!
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09 Dec, 2021 by Melissa
Today was the 2nd time this year that I've spoken to Mr. Frost regarding questions on a sensitive case for my son. On both occasions, Mr. Frost listened, explained and was so kind. My husband and I definitely plan to hire him and are confident that he will provide stellar representation.
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19 Jan, 2021 by Michael
I picked up William on a UBER ride and he was so cool ! He Loves practicing Law and was more then willing to advise me with my pressing Legal Questions.( I actually got a Free Consultation and ultimately a awesome Attorney out of that ride). I asked for a business card. I'm getting a Divorce and my Wife was Suing me so I contacted William and even though Family Law is not his preference he said sure he would help me. The Case is currently active but I feel safe my interests are protected. William is that first Attorney I ever had that you can call up and he will answers and I'm like What's up Man ? Did you hear anything about my case. Then he will talk to you and here you out that's the difference with him. Tell him everything about you're case. Things you think might now matter may under the Law. If you're Hiring a Attorney to help you with YOUR case he's the best to work with. Be proactive and help him get all the information he needs to handle the Law end. He is Very confident and Smart as I remember him telling me he can handle and case , County , State , Federal , whatever he know exactly what to do. In my case as I helped him get all the Paperwork for my case he made positive Connections with everyone involved in my case. This Approach was Brilliant and their are all different types of Attorneys but William will tell you he takes on hard cases to figure out . Who does that ? He did win Attorney of the Year . Ask him about it. Congratulations !
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06 Nov, 2020 by Tim
Spoke with William, he made everything so calm. I had a problem and he was right there with with me to fix the problem! I'm definitely satisfied and would recommend William or anyone working with him too definitely contact!
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01 Nov, 2020 by Dee
William Pruden is who you want to have representing you on all levels. I prayed and asked God for a Lawyer full of Wisdom, kind and trustworthy. Pruden is all of that and that and then some. He loves his work and aims to please. I thank God for him and would hire and recommend him a thousand times over.
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09 Jun, 2021 by Andrea
Michael Chastaine came in my life when everything seemed to go against me. I got indicted by the FBI on a federal case in the Eastern District of California. Let's say I am not the individual that put too much trust in authorities and lawyers. Little did I know that there are stand up individual like Michael still out there. In many occasions he took time out of his personal life to meet with me, help me and guide me through such a difficult process. Not only he represented me through the whole journey, but went far beyond his duty as criminal defense attorney to assure I would get the best outcome. At the end what made him an outstanding attorney is the fact that he is a human after all, he understand that we all are and treat you like one. He has a solid reputation within the federal system and maintain good relationships with every moving part of the government. With his experience he was able to come out with the best strategy and guidance to give me the best possible outcome in my case. Highly recommended criminal defense.
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26 Apr, 2021 by Kellen
Hired the Chastaine Law Firm after speaking with at least 15 different offices that didn’t want to work on my case. From the moment Liise answered the phone, I could tell this was the place I wanted to represent me. Jessica and Michael were both very knowledgeable and patient with me. Jessica was extremely positive from the first conversation. It made me comfortable all throughout the process. My motion was granted after 11 years! Thanks again to the Chastaine Law First. I highly recommend them to anyone in need of an attorney. They changed my life for the better!
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19 Jan, 2020 by Thomas
Michael Chastaine and his staff are amazing. I had the chance to work with two of his lawyers, Dominick Welch and Jay Manning, who are both great lawyers as well. I was dealing with a stressful time in my life and their hard work greatly lessen that. Ultimately, they were able to get my case dismissed. TWICE. I am a Veteran and there are certain legal avenues that can be taken for Veterans. The Chastaine Law Office put forth the time and effort to explore these avenues to give me the best possible results. I am forever grateful to this team and highly recommend them if you ever find yourself in a legal problem.
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27 Oct, 2019 by Anonymous
I had servers probation violations and was getting know where in live besides inside jails and prisons. The judge had enough of me a order a fugitive warrant. I ended calling serval lawyers that said to turn yourself in and I couldn’t help you with the case. I thought for sure I would end up back in prison and when I get out return into my old habits. Then I called Will he said he could help me and he 100 percent did. He saved my life I fixed going back to my old ways and he got the warrant taken care of. Where I didn’t have to see a day in jail nor start my probation over. I followed his advice and it changed my life for the better. If your looking for an attorney don’t look no further, Will is the person to contact because he’s not only a attorney he’s a person who cares about what happens to his clients. Thank you Will
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02 Jul, 2018 by Anonymous
Mr. Goldstein is one of the best lawyers I have ever had the pleasure to deal with. It was the worse situation I could have on my record and would result in termination of my employment. I am a very honest person which made his job more difficult when we went to court. I don't know how, but he was able to save my job due to an over site he found in the case. If you need a great attorney, Will Goldstien is your guy. I couldn't thank him enough. I know what lawyer I will use if I ever need one again. Thanks Again!!!
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10 Apr, 2018 by Mary
Mr Goldstein is hands down the best attorney! He treats everyone with kindness and respect. He is thorough, professional and a awesome advocate. He tirelessly worked to get the best settlement sending it back multiple times until I was satisfied...Thank You-Mary
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08 Apr, 2022 by Manisha
Attorney Kevin Vidunas was wonderful! He clearly explained how he would tackle my issue, had me check over each document before sending or filing it, and got the outcome I was wanting but could not get from negotiating with the corporation myself! Mr. Vidunas is quite knowledgeable and knows how to strategize for a speedy outcome while managing the expectations of his client.
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05 Feb, 2020 by Pablo
He did a fantastic job. He guided me throughout the whole process and got a great outcome. Thank you
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17 Jan, 2018 by Maria
On November 30th, 2016, I was rear-ended by another vehicle, and that resulted in injuries to my back and neck. I contacted Attorney Vidunas and asked him to represent me in this case, and that was the best decision I ever made! I met with him to discuss this matter, and I was delighted with his professionalism and genuine interest! Mr. Vidunas is very knowledgeable in civil cases, he is very polite, understanding, and explained in details how we would proceed. While I was going through medical treatment, he demonstrated a genuine interest in my well-being by regularly calling me. After the treatment was completed and it was time to contact the insurance, he successfully negotiated the best settlement for me! Mr.Vidunas is very meticulous in what he does, and I like to thank him for his outstanding service! I would definitely recommend him for any and all civil cases! Thank you so much!!!
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10 Oct, 2020 by Anonymous
I hired John for a fire arm I was wrongly arrested for... John came to visit me In jail on a Sunday with sweats and a T-shirt I’m thinking ok he’s gonna say what he has to... do he begins to tell me how I never should have been arrested I. The first place and how by law the case has to get thrown out in preliminary, I’m thinking too good to be true, so I say to him “ Listen Man U don’t have to gas me up just be real with me “ he looks me dead in the eye and says I got 8 questions that’ll have this case dismissed!!! . Fast forward to preliminary I lie to you not he put the cop on the stand asked him roughly 7-8 questions then turned to the judge and says “ yea your honor I don’t think this is enough to move to trial I ask that the case be dismissed!.. the judge says “ yea I agree I don’t think so either, case dismissed... by the way he has beat about 5 of my friends cases by now..! 5STARS
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03 Aug, 2018 by Anonymous
This guy is the truth! He represented me at a jury trial and did an amazing magic trick with a top hat and a harmonica that had the jurors mesmerized. They had no choice but to find me not guilty! Thanks Magic Man!
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05 Mar, 2016 by Kema
Walsh took my case and I thought his price was high. Then he told me he was charging that much because he was trying the case and I was going to be found not guilty. This was a serious gun case and he seemed like it was a sp ending ticket. We went to trial and after about 5 questions the judge found me not guilty. I couldn't believe how easy he made it look.
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11 Oct, 2024 by Alvaro
Joseph exhibited remarkable professionalism and communication skills throughout the case. Despite its complexity, he ensured our family was well-informed and provided honest expectations. He ultimately fulfilled those expectations, and we are grateful for his expertise and dedication.
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07 Nov, 2023 by Andy
I used Joseph on a case and found him to be very knowledgeable and professional. He was easy to get a hold of and his fee was very reasonable. I would definitely recommend him. Super nice guy!
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30 Jul, 2023 by Patricia
Joseph Abrams acted as the legal representative for my brother in a federal case involving the illegal trafficking cocaine and fentanyl, which are regarded as the top adversaries to the United States. Originally, my brother faced a punishment of 10-20 years behind bars. However, utilizing Joseph's extensive knowledge and expertise, the sentence was successfully reduced to 27 months. This outcome brings us immense joy and gratitude. Thank you Mr. Abrams.
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28 May, 2018 by Tracy
Another attorney referred me to Mr.Briggs,and he was wonderful. He knew what he was doing. And stayed on top of things for us. I would recommend him any day of the week. Thank you so much!!
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21 Jun, 2014 by Anonymous
Our eviction case pushed Curt & his co-counsel team to their limits in every way, & they pulled through w/ flying colors. Our case, while practically over in our favor, instead of being a normally 1 month long UD, still lingers on after ~8 months not because of Curt, but because our opponent was ruled to be one of the most mean/obstructive Landlord attorneys out there, w/ over 20 years experience, & have an endless dirty playbook they launch against tenants which puts them at the top of the list of infamous, notorious Landlord attorneys- they are also a high volume Landlord side firm w/ HUGE resources & they do everything possible to bury & overwhelm their opponent, to run up costs & force missed response deadlines. For the first 4 mo, just to keep up w/ them, Curt had to dedicate his complete resources to our case (virtually shutting down his legal practice). Curt was able to get each of their mean legal tactic stricken down, & then, icing on the cake, got the judge to slap them w/ one of the largest (if not the largest) sanctions (penalties, like contempt of court) ever for their mean/obstructive behavior. Judges almost never give much sanctions, so Curt (& team) winning us that monster one was no small feat. I was present at many of his most important court motion hearings in our case, and closely read through the endless court hearing and deposition transcripts, digesting his responses, counter arguments, & lines of questioning. I could go on endlessly about all the twists & turns that he had to overcome, but suffice it to say that given our case has pushed all the boundaries of UD law/process, he has demonstrated himself to me to be an extremely competent, legally knowledgeable, adept, tenacious, & caring lawyer (& person). He has great instincts w/ the SF civil Judges, depositions, and real-time litigation strategy. W/ Judges, he’s actually very respectful, takes allot of abuse, rides the line to stay on their good side and builds a solid history and rapport. In depos, he’s got amazing instincts. His instincts to discover criminal/foul play in physical evidence were also very impressive. I was also amazed at how he can dig into and own all the endless facts of our extremely complex case. Most all other attorneys would just gloss it over, and ignore/miss key (even hidden) evidence. He also great on client communications stuff, and is very open to client input & guidance when helpful, yet is always polite and frank when it is not. He is extremely respectful, and has almost zero ego/elitist trips of most lawyers. No games or angles… he’s a strait shooter! He knows his court procedure pretty well, and is a tenacious fighter. When it comes to fighting the most notorious landlord firms, he only takes clients that are willing (and able) to go all the way to jury trial, and we wanted a firm that had effectively scrapped w/ them before, and could handle jury trial. I had interviewed literally dozens of top notch attorneys (most billing $300 - $450/hr, and many were obvious rip offs, looking to take as much $ as possible, and don’t care about results), and even the most experienced in SF UD cases (e.g., 15-20+ yrs exp) had only gone to jury trial once, and the rest had no jury trial experience, just doing some bench trials, which is no good for the bogus nuisance UD case maliciously slapped on us. He has close co-counsel associates who fill in gaps where his is practice not as strong. In our case, he teamed up w/ Marc Branco to shore up UD law practice. So, that combined w/ his jury trial experience (and their hunger to kick their butt), is what sold me on their ‘dynamic duo’ to go up against them. His criminal law experience was very pertinent to our very (fact driven) nuisance UD case, and he’s adept at picking apart (hostile) witnesses an triangulating to converge on favorable facts to the case. So, in sum, I can vouch that Curt (& team) are very competent re UD legal practice, highly ethical, they get results.
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18 Sep, 2013 by Wellington
Mr. Briggs kept me informed with all up dates and is a knowledgeable man on what he do! If you are looking for a Trustworthy person, he is a great lawyer of choice!
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04 May, 2018 by Trinere
I turned to Jose Calvo after I realized I probably could not resolve my driving on a suspended case without a lawyer. it was the best decision I could’ve made. He and his staff were helpful and had my case resolved and dismissed within 2 months. I would highly recommend him to any one who is in need of an attorney. Thanks again, Mr. Calvo.
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05 Jan, 2018 by Sergio
Attorney Calvo handled a felony case for me. He always kept me up to date with information and was able to get me the best outcome possible.
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15 Sep, 2016 by Bobby
Jose is a fantastic attorney! Gives great legal advise and got my issues closed quick! Great communication and follow up... The office staff is always helpful.
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21 Mar, 2023 by Lex
Emma has been wonderful to work with despite the circumstances of my fathers needed legal council. She’s been gracious in taking extra time for needed comprehension and thus has spent numerous hours working odd hours with my family through my fathers council. She has always been transparent in the actions needed throughout our process in the judicial system.
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28 Feb, 2023 by Joshua
Emma represented me in a challenging situation and got me a very favorable outcome considering the difficult circumstances. She was frank, honest and to-the-point, never telling me what I wanted to hear or wasting my time. I'm glad she was able to represent me. She's extremely capable; as the judge himself stated, her work was "excellent lawyering".
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15 Oct, 2021 by Anonymous
To say I was impressed with Emma’s representation would be a huge understatement. She helped me navigate an absolute nightmare of a legal situation with compassion and professionalism. My experience with her was that she is knowledgeable, hardworking and really goes the extra mile for her clients.
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08 Oct, 2022 by Anonymous
We hired Nick Thornton, for our son who was facing Class C Felony charges. Nick was professional, kind honest and truly interested in a good outcome for our son. Our son made a plea deal to serve 6 years. Nick was there for him every step of the way. He answered all of our questions too, and explained things to us clearly and in a manner we could easily understand. When it came time for my son’s sentencing hearing, we had held very little hope the sentence would be reduced by more than one year. Nick fought for our son forcefully and proficiently. He presented extra research to the judge which was the key that changed everything! My son’s sentence was cut in half. It meant so much to us that Nick was as pleased for our son as we were. He truly is a fighter for his clients and if ever I had need of a lawyer, I would hire him again.
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11 Apr, 2022 by Anonymous
I first reached out to Nick because of his resume on Avvo. When comparing to other lawyers in the area on this metric, he was a no brainer. For context, I hired him in regards to a drug case. Leading up to my final court date, we had not reached an agreement with the prosecutor and because of this I was facing nine months in jail. Coming into that final day there was a lot of uncertainty, but Nick consistently assured me of his confidence on the law. Although I had my doubts, he came prepared and had certainly done his homework in regards to my specific case. Through extensive argument in court, the judge deemed Nick to be correct and the jail time was reduced to probation. Without him I would likely be writing this review nine months from now. Highly recommend!
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26 Jul, 2017 by Anonymous
I was charged with a misdemeanor for allegedly making threats in the workplace. This event never took place, as I was miles away from the office building at the time when this alleged (fictional) event took place. The allegations was made by a clerical staff with whom I have little contact. There were no witnesses. This delusional fabrication was probably orchestrated by my boss who felt too much competition coming from me, and wanted to have unlimited power. Amazingly, DA's Office decided to pursue the case without an iota of material or any other evidence, based solely on the allegation made by a secretary who has many personal and family issues, a very unhappy and bitter person. Nick collected all the facts, interviewed right people in preparation for the trial. He had several consultations with me, and prepared me well for the case. During the trial, Nick was eloquent, forceful but respectful. It was clear very early in the trial that the only outcome possible will be favorable to me. Nick dominated the trial as a lawyer. I would strongly recommend Mr. Nick Thornton as a criminal attorney to anyone in need of such legal assistance. He is a wonderful communicator, open, and never sugarcoating. You will know where you stand every step of the way. A++
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07 Sep, 2017 by Nima
A rare combination of preparation meeting the challenge. Aggressive yet compassionate and gentle, Ardalan provides a blunt contrast in terms of superior attention to detail and methodical completion of excellence.
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01 Sep, 2017 by George
I have used and recommended Mr. Zamani on numerous occasions from personal injury to Real Estate law. He has been of utmost integrity and really cares about doing work for his clients. I would recommend him highly to anyone seeking his services.
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31 Aug, 2017 by Lawrence
Ardye is a great attorney who truly listens to his clients concerns. Ardye will go the extra mile for you.
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18 Jan, 2024 by Karen gvillarreal
Muy satisfecha haber trabajo con esta firma, los recomiendo.
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27 Sep, 2023 by Eddie piedra
Highly recommended. Knows what to do and does it swiftly.
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14 Aug, 2023 by Joan ameri
Mr Boyer and his firm were very knowledgeable and empathetic to my problem. They worked diligently to uncover the truth about the accident. They care and got me a good settlement. I would highly recommend this firm
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16 Jul, 2024 by Summer parker
The best Efficient Caring Understanding Completely helpful with all stresses took on a lot with our case and did it with kindness honesty and compassion he got the job done ! Thank you guys again for helping my husband and brother in law through a hard time
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11 Jul, 2024 by Joel mohrman
My experience with Mr Bevis has been extraordinary truly Meer all expectations
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08 Feb, 2024 by Sebastian mathews
After you this review you shouldn’t need to read any further. Brett is the PERFECT person to help! This office was absolutely incredible. The process was really quick and easy! If I could give this 10 stars I WOULD !!
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