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Theodore W Heiser, experienced Civil Rights, Personal Injury attorney in New London, CT with 6 reviews
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05 Jan, 2017 by Ray
Attorney Heiser takes the time to explain complexities in a way that is understandable and he immediately put me at ease during a stressful situation.
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07 May, 2016 by Glenn
Consulted with Attorney Heiser over a frustrating situation at the workplace. Attorney Heiser was extremely helpful in evaluating my situation and making me understand the process. I was most impressed with his ability to get a sense of my work related issue and even before I arrived, he familiarized himself completely and knew all the players involved. I highly recommend Attorney Heiser without hesitation. It is most comforting to know he is there if I wish to pursue my case. Thanks, Ted.
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04 Jan, 2016 by Shawn
Working with Mr. Heiser was truly a pleasure. He provided excellent legal advice and helped me make an informed decision. He really took away a lot of the stress I had.
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Donato Vito Berardi, experienced Business, Civil Rights attorney in Woburn, MA with 6 reviews
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25 Mar, 2022 by Anonymous
Attorney Berardi was consulted on a major project for my firm to provide legal guidance on new financial regulations. Without his expertise, we could have been subject to severe penalties and fines by the regulators.
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29 Aug, 2015 by Annette
I can't sing the praises of Mr Berardi enough. He always made himself available, and responded to emails and phone calls almost immediately. He kept me in the loop every step of the way and I never felt that I wasn't his top priority. He was responsible, respectful, and trustworthy. I couldn't have chosen a better attorney. Our case also required a lot of running around to take care of small, but important tasks and Mr Berardi took care of all of them. It really helped to limit the amount of stress I was under to take care of these items, and it was a huge weight off my shoulders. Simply put, he is fabulous.
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11 Feb, 2015 by Dana
I highly recommend Attorney Berardi for all your legal needs. He is the best and very motivated. I first contacted him after getting into a car accident and he suggested I come in for a free consultation. I work full time so I didn't have much wiggle room, but he worked around my schedule and came in on the weekend to meet with me.
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John W. Roper, experienced Civil Rights, Consumer Protection attorney in Columbus, GA with 6 reviews
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16 Feb, 2017 by Robert
Mr. Roper has helped me with several matters. More than once, he charged me absolutely nothing, not because I couldn't pay, but because he stated that he didn't devote enough time to my issue. I highly recommend Mr. Roper. He is an attorney you can trust.
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10 Aug, 2012 by Frankreynolds
I had a problem with a credit card company taking a debt settlement agreement that was made, but they took my money and sold my account to another company who then attempted to collect the remainder. I was lied to and needed justice. I talked to almost every civil lawyer in town and none would take my case. One told me that there just was not any money in it. I was more worried about my record being set straight rather than getting monetary damages. Monetary damages would just be a bonus. It turns out all those other lawyers just didn't have the knowledge or experience. They had no idea what to do. Mr. Roper took my case and he knew exactly what to do. I handed him all of my documentation and paid his retainer. He was kind enough to call me and give me status updates every few weeks even though I chose to not call him and let him concentrate on his work. A couple months later he won me a check for a couple thousand dollars. All I can say is that he was amazing. When no other lawyer had the time or experience to handle my case, he turned it into a chunk of money. When we split the money, his office manager noticed at the last minute that I was "overcharged" a couple hundred and re-did the paperwork. I would never have noticed (out of a couple thousand), but Mr. Roper was such a good partner that I sometimes feel like I should've let them keep the math error as a good tip for being a stand up guy. This guy has a lot of experience and is an honorable person to work with. If you choose to hire him as your partner and attorney on your case, I am glad to say that you have one of the best people on your team.
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22 Jun, 2010 by Cathy
Mr. Roper handled a car purchase that was fraudulently done by a car dealership for me. He went above and beyond what was expected to ensure that I got the deal I was supposed to get. He made sure all documents were legal and met with my approval. My call to him was was an answered prayer. He made sure the dealership did not take advantage of me again. I am very grateful for his help and would recommend his legal expertise and services to anyone who is looking for an honest and knowledgeable attorney.
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Benjamin Robert Rajotte, experienced Civil Rights, Litigation attorney in New York, NY with 6 reviews
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03 Apr, 2020 by Alex
Ben has been an invaluable resource in helping me craft my organization's cannabis and hemp policy strategy. He is thorough, thoughtful, and extremely knowledgeable of the rapidly evolving regulatory landscape. Additionally, he is well connected to the regulators and legislators who are crucial to the cannabis policy reform movement, and was instrumental in securing us face-to-face meetings with high-level, decision-making officials. From my personal experience, Ben's background as an educator has made an advantageous impact on his counseling style-- patiently fleshing out various legal/policy issues; translating complex legalese into plain English; and making sure that I'd grasp and understand very nuanced concepts, much like a teacher to a student--far more empowering than someone providing mere legal advice. This sets his practice apart from many other so-called cannabis law "experts" out there, and is the reason why Ben is my go-to cannabis counsel.
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23 Mar, 2020 by Ron
I've worked with Ben on high level projects where his demeanor showed that he was the right man for the job. Ben has displayed a sense of calm during a very tumultuous time. Ben's fair and compassionate way in which he carried out his work told me that he was like this all the time. If I formed my own company, I'd hire Ben in a second." Ben is one of those rare people that we all could learn from.
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16 Mar, 2020 by John
Perhaps not the most common words used to describe many attorneys, but they do encapsulate my experience working with Ben Rajotte. Ben worked for an organization that my company provided services for, and I was always impressed with his sense of calm during a very tumultuous time, and the fair and compassionate way in which he carried out his work. Occasionally throughout my career I've thought to myself "if I formed my own company, I'd hire this person in a second." Ben is one of those rare people.
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Mark Allen Goldowitz, experienced Appeals, Business attorney in Berkeley, CA with 6 reviews
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17 Jul, 2017 by Anonymous
I am an attorney with nearly a decade of litigation experience. In a recent case I was confronted with an unusual anti-SLAPP motion and asked the most experienced, well-respected attorney I know how she would handle it. She told me to hire Mark. Smartest thing I've ever done. He knows everything there is to know about anti-SLAPPs and gave me great advice. His strategy had the other side almost literally kicking themselves for filing the anti-SLAPP motion in the first place. Thanks to Mark, I got a great settlement for the client. I'd use him any time there's a high-stakes anti-SLAPP motion to make sure my client was protected - it was money well spent.
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20 Apr, 2015 by Anonymous
He got me out of an unfair law suite from a lawyer, all it took was one letter.
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09 Jun, 2011 by Jb
I am eternally grateful for the representation I received from CASP. After a horrible experience with a dentist, I wrote a review on Yelp! so that other patients could avoid what I went through. Unfortunately, the dentist filed a SLAPP against me and claimed my review had caused her to suffer economic losses. I was terrified at the thought of being punished financially for simply posting my opinion online, but after thoroughly researching my options, it was clear that CASP had the greatest expertise and success record with this type of case. The attorneys at CASP were wonderful to work with and succeeded in having the SLAPP dismissed.
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Carmen S Danielson, experienced Business, Civil Rights attorney in Boulder, CO with 6 reviews
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24 Jan, 2018 by Avram
As a recovering attorney with 40+ years of practice, in a profession where you find many people who are less than stellar, Carmen stands out. I've known her for many years and in that time I have never been disappointed when I have come to her with a need for her help. This latest instance is no different. I needed some strong, steady advice and counsel and she was terrific. Her talent and professionalism were exemplary! There is none better out there.
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12 Feb, 2017 by Troy
Carmen helped me with an employment agreement review and revision over a weekend, she was flexible in her schedule to arrange calls on short notice and provide redline documents. I couldn't recommend Carmen more highly - professional, friendly, and fast!
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16 Jul, 2014 by Dan
We have utilized Carmen on several occassions and she has been wonderful to work with knowledgable and attentive to our needs. We will continue to use her for all ou employee/labor legal needs.
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Edward Joseph LaBarre, experienced Civil Rights, Criminal Defense attorney in San Rafael, CA with 6 reviews
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17 Nov, 2015 by Bruce w.
I have known and worked with Ed for over thirty years. He has helped me with a number of matters both large and small. I have found him to be both experienced and smart...a rare combination in my opinion. He is able to use his capabilities to analyze problems and recommend a common sense solution that does not always involve litigation. If the situation does require it, he is a proven trial lawyer and tenacious in achieving the objectives. I am pleased to be able to recommend Ed.
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13 Nov, 2015 by Joshua mefford
I have had Ed represent me in several legal issues In real estate and civil problems . His understand of law and able to bring the other side to the table to solve the case before going to trial has saved me money and a lot of stress. Being in construction business for many years and dealing with the public . Got me into legal issues . I had found that mediation using the source of depositions with both parties at the table solved the core issues and could walk out of the conference with both parties some what happy. Ed was prepared and had good questions to get to the bottom of issues and put the other side to accept a compromise .
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12 Nov, 2015 by Jacqueline
Mr. LaBarre helped me with family and personal injury matters. He was able to use his outstanding mediation skills and his "let's find a common ground attitude" in all my cases. His excellent demeanor combined with his legal expertise produced the best and less stressed outcomes for me and my children. I highly recommend his services.
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Eydie Rachel Vanderbosch, experienced Business, Civil Rights attorney in Chicago, IL with 6 reviews
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08 Dec, 2022 by Anonymous
Eddie was professional and had total knowledge of my case. I'm very pleased and would hire with her again.
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29 Jan, 2021 by Jillian
I have been working with Eydie and her attorneys for years and she is a true pro. She meets my firms legal needs promptly and efficiently and she has reasonable fees.
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29 Jan, 2021 by Michael
Miss Vanderbosch is a highly competent attorney who really fought for me and my case. She is readily available and pays attention to the details. I would highly recommend her.
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Apemwoyah Kisob Alaric-Lorenzo, experienced Business, Civil Rights attorney in Los Angeles, CA with 6 reviews
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29 Jul, 2022 by George
He Got me a settlement i was not expecting. Great service I highly recommend him
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22 Nov, 2020 by Chervonte
ALK is a great lawyer. He helped my family fight against a huge corporation and won. I would definitely recommend him to other family and friends in the future.
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31 Jul, 2020 by Adrian
I find Attorney Lorenzo service above average. He is always in contact giving updates, he is very knowledgeable in regards to his profession. I was thrilled to have him represent me, he was available at all times. He truly stands behind his client, I haven't met a lawyer that I would rank in his professionalism, he exceeded my expectations!
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Siddhartha H. Rathod, experienced Civil Rights, Criminal Defense attorney in Denver, CO with 6 reviews
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11 Dec, 2020 by Anonymous
Siddartha is a professional in every aspect. He knows how to deal with a range of situations and people and it was an honor getting to know him and his team. I am not even from Colorado, but decided to seek him as a resource because of his tremendous reputation. He still checks in and truly cares about his clients. Superb expertise and it was a pleasure getting to know him.
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09 Jul, 2018 by David
Having had an issue with my employer, I contacted numerous "big" firms in Denver. When I mentioned my employer, nobody wanted to assist but many recommended "small, independent" firms. Finally, I contacted Atty Rathod. He had me come in, and listened to my situation. He was matter of fact and said he would look into it and get back to me. Within two (2) weeks he called to say he would take the case, on a contingency basis. (This indicated he was thoughtful and believed in my case.) Some time later, he called to say he wished to bring in another law firm (The best for my particular situation -Sawaya.) Four (4) years later, the first of two (2) legal actions has been resolved in my favor. Atty Rathod and the firm Rathod Mohamedbhai LLC are there for people who have a case and need the best representation. This "small, independent" firm has grown in stature because they will represent the common man against whomever, large company or municipality. He investigates, does not sugar coat or paint rosey pictures. When necessary, they find the best to assist them, fees not being the motivator . Generous with his time, accessible and concerned. In the four (4) years since I first met Atty Rathod, he and his firm have had great success defending "the little man" in many cases (some rather high profile) in the Denver area. If Atty Rathod is not interested in your situation, quite possibly you don't have a case. I will be forever grateful to Atty Rathod for his willingness to listen.
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21 Apr, 2016 by Hillary
Siddhartha and his firm represented me in an employment discrimination case. He was very responsive and a fierce advocate for me. He achieved a result that not only allowed me to recover financially but allowed me to regain the dignity my former employer tried to take from me.
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Gregory Richard Michael, experienced Business, Civil Rights attorney in Berkeley, CA with 6 reviews
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24 Apr, 2023 by Anonymous
Greg's cease and desist letter, and his clear and firm communication with my opponent, brought a swift end to my defamation dispute! I'm so relieved that I didn't have to take my opponent to court for a lengthy and stressful battle. I *highly* recommend Greg to anyone being defamed in whatever medium.
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25 Jan, 2021 by Ronald
Mr. Michael became very knowledgeable about my specific circumstances in a time-sensitive environment and indicated to me continuously my options in regards to my situation. I appreciated the time that he took to explain the possible consequences at various stages which greatly alleviated my concern with the situation coming to a relatively quick resolution. I was very impressed at the options afforded to me with my perspective being paramount within the confines of the law. I would absolutely recommend, and if needed in the future, he will be my first contact.
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03 Mar, 2020 by Zheng
I appreciate very much Gregory for his help with the class sue of the GFDP case. It lasts for more than two years!
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John Robert Holland, experienced Civil Rights, Personal Injury attorney in Denver, CO with 6 reviews
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30 Oct, 2020 by Sherree
John Holland is an incredible attorney, who is dedicated and has provided us with unending support. Some lawyers are personable and easy to work with, but John and his entire team made the process of one of the biggest hardships I’ve experienced the best it could have been. Not only is he extremely knowledgeable, he displays a great deal of compassion and patience ensuring we understood each piece of the puzzle every step of the way. He is successful in the court room, as well as out of the court room, and gives 150%. He is the very best at what he does. Having a stranger immerse themselves into your life in times of hardship is uncomfortable, but John made us feel like we’ve known him for a lifetime. He will be a forever friend of ours and I know that every day he’s having an incredible impact on those around him and his clients.
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21 Jul, 2018 by Richard
We retained John and his Firm to represent us in a wrongful death action resulting from resident violence in a senior care facility. John was not the first attorney we spoke to, but was the one we hired based on his demonstrable experience and impressive knowledge of the both the law and the senior care industry. John worked with members of our family to design and execute an effective strategy that minimized the burden on us while maximizing our potential success. John deftly steered the matter into a negotiation that he handled quickly and secured an attractive and meaningful settlement. Our family was spread across the country and John communicated with each of us throughout the process, providing both timely status updates and beneficial counsel around difficult decisions. I would not hesitate to reach to John again and would strongly recommend he and his Firm to a friend or colleague with similar legal issues.
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18 Jul, 2018 by Mary
Mr. Holland took the case of my Mother's nursing home death when no one else would even talk to us. He was caring and concerned about our family, always took my calls, even on weekends or evenings. He worked very hard to bring a fair conclusion to her case. He is such a nice man, so caring about our needs as a family. We would highly recommend this firm, and would use him again if the need a raises.
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Eric Desmond Lee, experienced Business, Civil Rights attorney in Freehold, NJ with 6 reviews
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24 Apr, 2024 by John
I got Eric lee as my lawyer for one of my court cases pro bono. I retained Eric as my lawyer for several court cases that I had. Which included obstruction of justice, a violation of restraining order and a burglary charge. For the obstruction of justice I just had to pay a small fine. Eric was able to get the violation of restraining order dropped down to a disorder persons contempt. Which I had to plead guilty to and received a years probation and minimal fines. For the burglary charge Eric was able to enter me into pti, pre trial intervention and I plead not guilty to the burglary accusations. So as long as I didn't get into anymore trouble it was as if the charge never happened. Which was good because I was looking at 2-5 years of jail time. I was entered into pti and received another year of concurrent probation and $125 of fines. I would highly recommend Eric lee for any criminal cases you might have. He was very helpful in my court cases and kept me out of prison.
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19 Apr, 2024 by Ivan anderson
I would highly recommend Attorney Eric Lee. I was facing a legal challenge and needed excellent representation and guidance. Eric took the time to thoroughly understand my case, patiently answered all my questions, and provided helpful guidance every step of the way. Eric protected my rights and advocated for the best possible outcome in my case. His paralegal Victoria always kept me informed of any updates regarding my case. Thanks to Eric and Victoria I received the support and representation I needed during a challenging time. I would highly recommend Attorney Eric Lee of Hanlon Niemann & Wright.
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24 Jul, 2023 by Dion
I highly recommend Eric Lee,I got a DUI for the first time and of course was scared out of my mind. Eric Lee and the rest of the team eased my mind about the whole process. Definitely great customer service and professionalism. I am also very happy with the deal I got. If I ever (which I hope I don’t) get into any other trouble, Mr.Lee is the one I will call on. Thank you so much for everything!
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Andrew Joseph Banyai, experienced Civil Rights, Family Law attorney in Fort Myers, FL with 6 reviews
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04 Jan, 2018 by Maureen
I can't express how grateful I am to have one the best attorneys to represent me in several cases in which. I am so pleased with how everything went. All I can say he is amazing & so intelligent and knows the law very well. He is always there for me when I need answers to certain things. I didn't or don't understand he always makes it very clear of what he is saying. Thank you Andrew
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20 Dec, 2017 by James g.
I can’t speak enough about how great this man is and how much he has helped me even long after my case was over. During my case He went to hell in back to win for me and never doubted a word I said most lawyers immediately assume your guilty not mr. Banyai and years after my case was over he still remembers me on a first name basis, still takes my calls and helps me anyway he can. Mr. Banyai is the greatest desision I’ve ever made and when your backs against the wall I hope you make the right decision too and call mr.Banyai,I have the upmost respect for him not only as a business man but as a human being as well, I’m proud to say he’s not only my lawyer but a friend also. I can keep going on but you should call him and see for yourself, he’s just a great person and will fight for you when your down and out. Thank you for everything you’ve done for me even when I was living outta state you still helped me,I thank god everyday for sending me your way. God bless you and anyone lucky enough to have you as a lawyer and friend....
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16 Nov, 2017 by William
I was baker acted due to a accidental overdose and I can not stress accidental enough back in 2016 at the time I was working 2 jobs and overloaded on energy drinks pair that with no sleep for theee days you have a recipe for disaster i went for help and Cape Coral police department thought it was a great idea to baker act me and take my gun well after going through onenlaeyer for over a year only to lose my money and no success i called mr.banyai he immediately put care and effort into my case before i even paid him a dime after my consult with him that was it i knew he was the right man for the job and in just a couple short months my baker act was taken care of and i got my 2nd amendment rights back and can now enjoynmy career chance at emt firefighter as well as law enforcement he made the whole process painless and stress free which was a big help because it had stressed me out to the point i had almost lost hope in getting myself back in the clear after irma hit when i hit another brick wall i explained how bad things were and he was willing to work with me most lawyers just dont do that this man is without a doubt the best rights attorney in Southwest Florida hands down so if you have a issue like mine or anything else requiring a defense attorney call this man he can help you for sure
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Justin Lyn McCants, experienced Business, Civil Rights attorney in Dallas, TX with 6 reviews
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26 Oct, 2020 by Lillian
Justin was referred by Mark Scott. Both lawyers are professional and have a high rate for dismissal. Justin represented my husband at in a small county outside of Rockwall. He was quick, and knowledgable. There was no waiting around for results. Justin knows what he is doing!
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28 Feb, 2020 by Anonymous
He got my first case ever dismissed I was facing a big charge for possession of marijuana but he made it happen He couldn’t guarantee my freedom but he said he’d do everything he can and he actually did and the outcome was good
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21 May, 2019 by Shawn
I was facing horrible accusations and was arrested. Facing a life sentence for something I didnt do. Through Justin's knowledge of the legal system gleaned through years in District Attorneys office prosecuting, we were able to navigate through a very tough process and came out with no charges filed. Justin wasnt just my atty, he became an ally that believed I wasnt guilty and fought for my freedom. You are facing a legal system that is more concerned with convictions than actual justice, ask yourself-Do I want someone with intricate knowledge of the legal processes because he practiced them as a prosecutor, or do I want someone with just a law degree?
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Donald Lee Bailey, experienced Appeals, Civil Rights attorney in Sherman, TX with 6 reviews
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10 Oct, 2020 by Anonymous
Don represented me in a federal case, he was phenomenal and not afraid to tackle huge issues and fight for me against the d.a, Don will tell it to you how it is no sugar coating, thanks for all your help Don
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15 Sep, 2018 by Shees qureshi
this respectable gentleman has answered my question very bluntly and has put me at ease. thank you so so much sir may you always prosper and help others in need for many many more years to come. thank you sir
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20 Nov, 2017 by Anonymous
Mr. Bailey went above and beyond to answer my questions, and offered great advice.
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B. Tyler Brooks, experienced Appeals, Business attorney in Greensboro, NC with 6 reviews
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20 Oct, 2021 by Anonymous
Mr. Brooks has helped me with multiple legal issues and responded quickly to any questions I had. Working with him is a pleasure as he explains each step along the way or why certain actions have to be taken.
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15 Jul, 2019 by Kathy
Mr. Brooks is a professional attorney who truly cares about his clients. He stands up for what is right. He is a thoughtful person and tough on the defense when he needs to be. I would thoroughly recommend B. Tyler Brooks for your legal needs. I was glad to have him represent me when he did.
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11 Jun, 2019 by Anonymous
Tyler explained that my case was not within his scope of practice but he gave me several referrals along with contact information. This really sped up my search.
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Mark J. Simeon, experienced Car Accident, Civil Rights attorney in Durham, NC with 6 reviews
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28 Feb, 2023 by Eric
I met Mark by chance outside the Durham County courthouse the day before my traffic violation court date. We had a lengthy conversation about the case and, while waiting for him to conduct other business, I had a chance to observe the goings on in court. I hired Mark and he immediately got to work, even working into the night (the 1:30 am text let me know). The outcome achieved in court was, I believe, the best possible. I will recommend Mark to friends, and I will retain his services if needed in future.
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11 Oct, 2019 by Greg
Mr. Simeon gave me free legal advice many years ago in regards to a DWI/ POSS charge. Represented myself and prevailed on both charges! $25 for a seatbelt ticket and I was adjudicated! This man fights for the people!
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27 Jul, 2019 by Latrisha
I first retained Mark Simeon 15 years ago, referred by my auntie. He handles all the traffic tickets for my whole family. We all knew he was an excellent lawyer, but after what he just accomplished for my fiancé, I must say he's the absolute BEST!! Long ago, some people in town started calling him "Houdini" because he can make license suspensions disappear off drivers' records. Now I see why -- my finance's license was suspended PERMANENTLY, several time over, and now, all the PERMs are gone! It took some time, and honestly, more money than we can afford, but it was so, so worth it. Simeon has a system, and it works. I hear he recently started a nonprofit law firm for NC driver license restoration so that he can help people who can't afford him. Let's hope they get the grants and donations they need to stay afloat because it's too many people out here driving on revoked licenses because they just don't have the money for lawyers like him. Anyway, Mark Simeon gets my top vote. I'd give him ten stars if I could!
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Rachel Yvonne Johnston, experienced Civil Rights, Entertainment attorney in Seattle, WA with 6 reviews
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10 Aug, 2016 by Brian
I retained Rachel when I was going through a bitter divorce and custody battle. Her 20+ years experience as a family law attorney gave her incredible insight into my case. She presented very powerful and persuasive arguments about why I should have split custody of my daughter. Ultimately i believe it was because of her determination that I won split custody. She was also very practical and told me what area's I would need to compromise on based on her knowledge and experience. She is truly a an advocate and fighter for your cause and I would highly recommend her.
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05 Jul, 2016 by Satisfied client
My father retained Mrs. Johnston for a juvenile criminal matter. Mrs. Johnston was skillful and persuaded judge to try me (a first time offender) and co-defendant (who had a considerable amount of criminal history) separately. A class "A" charge, carrying a 2-5 year sentence was dismissed and I entered a plea on a remaining charge that was a class "C" offense. Over the years my family has been in contact with Mrs. Johnston who has made her wisdom and legal services available to us. She responds timely, asks questions for clarity, once having an understanding of all of the stakeholders and applicable statutes she gave us realistic feedback and informed advice. I highly recommend Mrs. Johnston.
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29 Jun, 2016 by Anonymous
Mrs. Johnston is a fiercely strong attorney with the heart of an angel. I am thankful that I found her to represent me on my Family Law and Civil Rights cases. Rachel was knowledgeable and went above and beyond what I expected from an attorney. She made me feel like she cared deeply about every detail and the outcome of my case. Not only did she study my case and learn intricate details, she remembered my story even years later. I wouldn't want anyone else on my team and I certainly wouldn't want to be on the opposite end of one of her cases. I once called Rachel my attorney; now I call her my friend.
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Christopher R Carney, experienced Civil Rights, Criminal Defense attorney in Seattle, WA with 6 reviews
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13 Apr, 2017 by Anonymous
Chris and his colleagues worked together to represent me in a police brutality case. I was very pleased with them and the result. They are all very kind, compassionate and easy to talk to. I truly appreciate their work and would recommend them.
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11 Jun, 2016 by Larry
Chris handled our unusual family law case with intelligence, needed flexibility, and legal expertise (which is not to be assumed for any lawyer). He showed real skill at legal argument, in briefs and on his feet in court. He also demonstrated the judgment regarding larger, non-legal issues to warrant our trust in his choices and recommendations for overall approach. I am convinced that if our case had not been reassigned to the worst, most lawless judge in King County Superior Court, we would have had a satisfactory solution. Fortunately, on appeal, the issues were well preserved so that success appears likely at the higher court, (a court of law), and we have Chris to thank for that.
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09 Jun, 2016 by Cassie
I filed suit in federal court on behalf of a mentally ill client, and Mr. Carney took over the litigation. He was prepared, thorough and excellent in trial. I am an attorney myself, and know that I couldn't have half as good a job on this case as Mr. Carney did. I was extremely pleased with his representation and would highly recommend him to anyone.
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Fred Diamondstone, experienced Civil Rights, Personal Injury attorney in Seattle, WA with 6 reviews
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22 Dec, 2017 by Anonymous
Fred is professional, courteous, thorough, and you can tell he really truly cares about justice for you. We're genuinely grateful that we found him. We've had poor experience with other attorneys and Fred is a veritable breath of fresh air. Thank you sir!
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04 Jan, 2017 by Bn
In the late 90s, I was an organizer during the WTO Protests where I was shot in the face by a nonlethal weapon. Fred Diamondstone stood by my side as I sued the Seattle Police Department for police brutality. Fred made what could have been a laborious and anxiety-ridden process simple. He was meticulous while being a counselor in the truest sense. His work changed my life. The settlement that we received helped me fund a Masters Degree -- and an apology letter from then Mayor of Seattle!
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25 Jul, 2014 by Rachel
I feel extremely satisfied to have had Fred represent my family when we were injured in a car accident. My husband and I had pre-existing injuries and as a result the insurance company tried to bully my family to end our medical treatment early and threatened not to pay our medical bills. Fred worked diligently to be sure that not only our medical providers were reimbursed but that we earned a fair settlement for our pain and suffering. Fred was a strong advocate and allay to us in a time of great vulnerability. He even provided support in the form of accompanying my husband and I to doctors visits when our Insurance company tried to challenge our medical treatment! I would recommend Fred Diamondstone to anyone faced with a situation where he has experience. He is very straight forward, knowledgeable and helpful. He is the best of the best.
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Rachel Christine Santarlas, experienced Business, Civil Rights attorney in Chatham, NJ with 6 reviews
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21 Oct, 2019 by Michelle
Rachel is very knowledgeable, efficient and effective. She does not waste your time and provides good counsel.
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02 Oct, 2018 by Anonymous
Rachel has helped on Trademark and Copyright matters with a great deal of attention to detail and know what to do and what to avoid. I would highly recommend her!
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23 Oct, 2017 by Suzan hixon
I have known Rachel as not only an attorney, but also as a friend, since our young, fledgling trademark attorney days back in the 2000s. I have witnessed her grow as an attorney in a large law firm environment, and now as a solo attorney, where she is sure to thrive and excel. Rachel is extremely conscientious and detail-oriented. She knows how to ask the right questions to dig deeper into issues. Rachel is not only a legal professional, but she has an innate business acumen that can be a bit challenging to find with most lawyers. I feel so fortunate to have Rachel on my side as not only my friend, but also a colleague. I certainly hope we're never on opposite sides of the "v"!
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Paola M. Armeni, experienced Civil Rights, Criminal Defense attorney in Las Vegas, NV with 6 reviews
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23 Feb, 2016 by Anonymous
I am really thankful I hired Paola for my case. Paola took the time to get to know me and understand my legal issues and how they would impact me both short and long term. She answered all of my questions and walked me through the legal process. I appreciate her frankness as she never held back explaining the best and the worst case scenarios and everything in between. Paola’s professionalism, attention to detail, and responsiveness helped me mentally and emotionally get through this difficult time. Paola and her team were always available via phone or email. Paola’s knowledge, skills, and experience of the courts did in fact get me the best possible outcome for my case. I am very grateful to Paola and her team.
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01 Sep, 2015 by Anonymous
I found myself falsely charged with a serious criminal offense. A conviction would have been devastating and due to my profession the plea offer presented by the district attorney’s office would have ended my career. Paola Armeni recognized that this was not an option and she walked me through this very difficult process. She was relentless in fighting for me to clear my name. She demonstrated an exceptional knowledge of the law and showed great skill in dealing with the district attorney’s office. She ultimately resolved my case without needing to go to trial. I am truly grateful to have found Mrs. Armeni and hiring her was the best decision I could have made. In addition, she demonstrated a great deal of compassion for what I was going through and was willing to communicate with me on a regular basis. You will never regret hiring this lawyer.
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01 Sep, 2015 by Chuck & rita
Hard working, honest, ethical, kind and caring! But don't be mistaken - Ms. Paola is one tough adversary - NOT afraid to take on the establishment when they are wrong! Handled our Civil Rights case that was drawn out by the defendants. She not only prevailed at a jury trial, but twice at the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals. A real professional. Through her hard work and dedication we ended up with most favorable results.
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James B. Krasnoo, experienced Civil Rights, Criminal Defense attorney in Andover, MA with 6 reviews
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06 Aug, 2020 by Daniel
I used Jim and his associates in two difficult cases recently. Both were complex and challenging and represented significant potential risks for me personally and professionally. Jim was extremely wise and empathetic in his counsel and offered seasoned advice that resulted in better outcomes than I had ever expected. He was extremely responsive and always available regardless of day or time. He brings a unique personal commitment to his clients that results in a sense of security and comfort that is unique in his profession. He is highly competent and experienced and I would highly recommend Jim and his firm for any legal need.
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26 Apr, 2017 by Scott
James Krasnoo is by far the most knowledgeable law professor you cold Hire to defend you. He teaches law. So he knows it better than most. Amazing lawyer, man and familk man. Hiring him will never disappoint
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18 Apr, 2017 by Evan
Attorney Krasnoo is a very knowledgeable and professional attorney. He takes as much time as needed to explain the details and answer any questions. I highly recommend attorney Krasnoo.
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Julie Elizabeth Hough, experienced Bankruptcy, Business attorney in Fort Lauderdale, FL with 6 reviews
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18 Sep, 2015 by Chris
Julie was very thorough and helped every step of the way. She is very detail oriented and did not miss a step. We spoke to a few attorneys before choosing Ms. Hough and found her to be the most capable to handle our situation.
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13 Aug, 2011 by Deborah
Julie did an excellent job with my case! She explained everything thoroughly and answered all of my questions. She knows the law and how to use it to her client's advantage. Julie did a great job fighting for me. I walked away in much better financial shape than i ever imagined possible! 
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09 Aug, 2011 by Joanne
Julie was a wonderful attoreny/representative for me. By the time we completed what I retained her for I felt like she was more than just an attorney, but someone who really cared about my situation. I would highly recommend her services to anyone!
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Joshua Slavone Guillory, experienced Adoption, Child Custody attorney in Lafayette, LA with 6 reviews
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22 Dec, 2017 by Devonta
He literally saved my life Josh is a spectacular and phenomenal lawyer that's genuine and sincere I would highly recommend him to anyone
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10 Jan, 2014 by Mhan
I used this firm twice and I was extremely happy with the results of my case. I'm very glad that I chose this firm to handle my particular issues.
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28 Oct, 2013 by Anonymous
I went to speak to Mr. Guillory regarding a DWI that I received about 1 month prior to going in to his office. Once we started taking, I mentioned that I was involved in a horrible custody fight. I didn't realize that Josh handled child custody issues, too. I thought it was two totally different areas of the law, but he explained how much the DWI case could impact my custody case. I am so glad that I went with Josh Guillory for both cases. He and his staff really got me through a very tough period. My criminal charges were handled very much to my satisfaction, better than I ever hoped under my circumstances. My son and I have the best relationship that we have had to date. Thank you to Josh Guillory, Ms. Cindy, and everyone else in his office. I will definitely go with Josh again if I ever need a lawyer.
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Lawrence George Paladin Jr., experienced Business, Civil Rights attorney in Pittsburgh, PA with 6 reviews
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29 May, 2013 by Sarah
I have retained Larry on several occasions. He has handled several situations for me as well as refered me to another attorney when he felt someone else could do a better job. Each time I was very pleased with the outcome and will continue to utilize his expertise. He is professional, honorable and compationate..
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15 May, 2013 by Steve
I've been working with Larry for years, He is a good man, honest and trustworthy. He helps keep my business up to snuff with current regs. Thanks!
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06 May, 2013 by Debby
Lary worked with us on my mother's estate. When she moved out here, we met with Larry and she left so pleased that he was patient with her and she understood what he was saying. It meant so much to both of us!
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Michael John Zicolello, experienced Car Accident, Civil Rights attorney in Williamsport, PA with 6 reviews
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23 Aug, 2018 by Caron
Although Mr. Zicolello was unable to make a case for my injury, he meticulously went through my medical records and provided me with a thorough explanation. Because of his due diligence, I now have closure of what has been one of the most painful and stressful experiences of my life.
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11 Jan, 2016 by Elizabeth
My husband hired Mr. Zicolello to represent him after a motorcycle accident. He was struck by a food delivery vehicle that drove through red light. My husband sustained serious injuries to his right root, ankle and leg. We were encouraged to contact Mr. Zicolello by several members of our community. The office personnel was knowledgeable and pleasant. Mr. Zicolello was available when needed and worked hard to settle my husband's case. He was consistent, persistent, and never settled until we were satisfied. We "won" our case and were awarded what we needed to cover future medical expenses and past hardships we experienced due to the accident. I am confident that he would do the same for any client in his care.
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17 Nov, 2015 by Leslie
I was badly injured and hospitalized two years ago, which shortly after leaving the military (12 years of active duty). We were confused and worried with what steps needed to be taken to ensure I was taken care of (medically, financially and legally). We sought out a few local lawyers, met with each to get a feel for who had the most concern for my case. By concern I mean genuine care of my well being both then when it happened and for future need. Mike and his staff by far exceeded not only every other consult, by my personal desires for what I wanted in an attorney. He was patient, sincere, kind, knowledgeable of exactly what was going on and what to expect - during the initial consult and throughout our entire time together as client and attorney. His demeanor was calm yet businesslike, confident yet controlled, concerned and professional. Every time I called the office to speak to him or his staff I was kindly greeted and asked how I was doing, or if I needed anything else. I was always kept in the loop of what was happening with my case, my billers and the entire situation. Wether it was an email, a text, a phone call or a meeting, the entire staff at this firm are 100% on it. They are all professional and mean business but kind and caring. I never waited on return calls or information. After my case, Mike and I continue to have a relationship regarding my case (any future issues or problems were to develop) and for any other need. I have and will continue to refer this office, staff and lawyer out. I am so pleased I met and hired Mike. He was able to get 100% of my settlement and it was done in a short time manner.
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Philip Andrew Stroud, experienced Car Accident, Civil Rights attorney in Southaven, MS with 6 reviews
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16 Aug, 2018 by Kenyatta
I was referred to the Stroud Law firm by a friend and I am so pleased with his services. He went above and beyond my expectations. I was kept aware of my case status on a regular basis. I felt as if may case was top priority.
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07 Jul, 2017 by Anonymous
I had already consulted with one attorney before setting up an appointment with Mr. Stroud. Hands down, I felt more comfortable with Mr. Stroud's knowledge, expertise, and professionalism. He promptly addressed my questions and emails. He provided sound advice and handled my case in a timely manner. I would strongly recommend Mr. Stroud as an attorney.
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12 Sep, 2016 by Steven
Mr Stroud handled my simple assault charge with simplicity.He took no time going into action for me.He had the case dismissed and expunged.I recommend if you have any problems facing court or other issues hire him at once and don't waste your time with any other attorneys.
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Michael Halberstam, experienced Civil Rights, Consumer Protection attorney in Shaker Heights, OH with 6 reviews
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24 Apr, 2024 by Michael
I was introduced to Michael over three years ago when he took over a large portion of my whistleblower retaliation case against a large municipality. He has held a dual role in dealing with OSHA matters, as well as the Federal case. He has an amazing propensity to filter through an extraordinary amount of material and pick out all that is relevant. At times, I have told others, I speak to him more than I do my wife. He has kept me abreast of all the developments in both cases and, along with his team, has made amazing recommendations which have resulted in very positive outcomes. Michael also takes a personal interest in his clients and realizes the emotional strain this has on a person. There are times he has called just to see how I’m holding up. His concern has been greatly appreciated. Over the years, I’ve come to regard him as a great friend as well as a brilliant attorney. I cannot say enough about the amount of time and energy he has spent to deliver justice to my case. I don’t believe you will find an attorney anywhere with the level of dedication of Michael and his team.
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05 Sep, 2022 by Anonymous
Michael Halberstam carefully listened to me as he put together strong arguments for my unjust termination case. He was amazing at conceptualizing my case. His approach was very professional and very supportive. He showed kindness, empathy and respect during the process. Mr. Halberstam was relentless in pursuing the facts. He is a powerful legal writer. He was an extremely strong advocate every step of the way. It was empowering the way he told my story with the full force of the law behind it, ultimately winning a settlement.
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21 Feb, 2022 by John s. mcghee
Michael was extremely helpful to me in navigating my severance package when I was terminated from my employment. I was overwhelmed with many feelings over the termination. Michael was instrumental assisting me both professionally and personally. Professionally he clearly explained that I had the right to negotiate with my former employer the severance package they gave me. He also shared with me his personal experience with a similar issue that happened to him. He negotiated all the negative verbiage out of the severance document that would have hindered me in future employment in my profession. he also was successful in extending my severance package for an additional 4 weeks. Being able to talk to someone who had a similar experience was by far the most helpful. Michael helped me get my head on straight and got me going in the right direction in seeking future employment. Thanks Again to a great Lawyer and a great person.
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