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19 Jul, 2017 by Katherine
In August of 2016 I hired Mark to handle updating my Trust and ensuring it more adequately reflected my wishes. Mark and his team did a solid job of not only meeting my needs, but ensured that it was far more robust than what the previous two attorneys at another Milwaukee firm had done. Mark is professional, thorough and knowledgeable on Trusts and provided me with a great sense of peace knowing that I now have a sound Trust. I have already recommended Mark to a few friends.
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04 Apr, 2017 by Sue s
My husband and I met with Mark and his staff 3 weeks prior to going out of the country on vacation. We did not have a will in place. Mark explained all our options very thoroughly and how a trust would protect our assets. We were very happy with Mark and his staff. We now have peace of mind that our daughter and grandchildren will be taken care of in the future.
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30 Mar, 2017 by Peggy
My husband and I talked for some time about changing our will to a trust. The process seemed overwhelming so we procrastinated. Our friends referred us to Mark Rogers and we are glad they did! Our initial meeting was about 3 hours. Mark, Troy and Stacy took their time explaining and diagramming the details of our trust. They made it easy to understand and were very patient with our endless number of questions. We were leaving on a trip in 3 weeks and hoped our trust could be completed before we left. Mark was able to accommodate our request and paperwork was signed days before our departure. Mark and his team were extremely responsive. Our phone calls were always returned the same day often within an hour. We highly recommend Mark Rogers.
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14 Aug, 2020 by John
Great guy to work with. Professional and positive with business or estate planning and many other legal concerns or questions.
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27 Feb, 2017 by Chris sharkey (thesharksden)
I have worked with Greg Katzman for the last 4 years (since 2012) with multiple business and personal transactions. He has assisted in multiple company acquisitions (from 2 employees to 100+ employees), business and personal litigation and then just recently in 2017. Greg is always my go to person when I need legal advise and help. He is very professional and trustworthy and always helps me know where I am at in a situation and what I need to do to get to where I want to be.
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16 Mar, 2015 by Ryan
I have had the pleasure of working with Greg both personally and professionally for over a year now. There is no situation too big or too small for Greg to handle. Greg's wide breadth of knowledge, professional demeanor, and unrivaled work ethic make him stand out from amongst the crowd. Greg's services have become an invaluable part of our company and I will highly recommend him moving forward.
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14 Apr, 2019 by Jennifer
I have used Michael Pierski to resolve several issues from personal problems to real estate transfer for both my husband and myself. He is professional and his prices are fair. I would recommend him to all my friends because he cared about me and the struggles we were going through.
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19 Mar, 2013 by Roderick
I live outside Wisconsin. I contacted him to perform a legal matter. He was very responsive, got the job done quickly, and was reasonably proced.
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09 Nov, 2012 by Ben
I've worked with Michael the last 4 years. Michael has assisted many of my clients in legal matters whether it be establishing a new business entity, real estate transactions, drafting trusts, etc. Michael has handled each client with the upmost professionalism. He is a hard worker and very astute in his understanding of the law. Every client I've referred has always come back with positive feedback and thanked me for introducing them to Michael.
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22 Jun, 2023 by Theresa
A friend suggested Ralph Maimon to me. I knew that I needed good help with the insurance. Ralph and I worked out the medical billing and records information and a contract for services. All of what I needed was provided, especially the good will and a balance of flexibility and firmness. Ralph and his paralegal got the job done. Thank you to my friend and to the Law Office of Ralph Maimon.
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26 Jul, 2011 by Alan
I actually put off my will/estate, but was greatly relieved and pleasantly surprised at the ease with which Mr. Ralph Maimon handled everything. His depth of knowledge is remarkable.
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19 Jan, 2011 by Patricia
Ralph handled a business dispute for me. I found him to be knowledgeable, responsive and extremely diligent in his representation of me. He has a calm and sincere manner which inspires trust and confidence. It was clear he understood the issues involved and was committed to working for the best possible outcome. I strongly recommend him.
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21 May, 2021 by Jackie
Larry and his team provide exceptional tax strategy services for business owners. Far better than anything we experienced with the various CPAs we had tried over the years. If you are a business owner, I highly recommend working with Larry and his team.
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18 Nov, 2020 by Eric
I’m the owner of a plaintiff’s law firm based in San Francisco, California, and I’ve worked with Brown & Sterling since October 2019. Retaining this firm for tax counsel and planning has been one of the single best business investments I’ve made. The service is fantastic: I meet once per quarter with Mr. Brown and tweak my tax strategy based on developments in my personal and business finances. Brown & Sterling is also available to me in between meetings to answer questions. During tax season, their team prepares both corporate and personal tax returns. The advice this team has provided has been nothing short of game changing for me. While I’ve been their client for only a little more than a year, I’ve probably already realized tens of thousands of dollars in tax savings by following their sound advice. And, in addition to providing excellent advice, the staff has always been very responsive and courteous. Executive Legal Assistant Chanda Nowobilski has been especially wonderful to work with. If you’re a law firm owner earning at $150,000.00 per year from your firm, hiring Brown & Sterling should be a no brainer. Highly, highly, highly recommended!
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16 Apr, 2017 by Regina bronner
Knowledgeable and experienced real estate attorney. Patient and willing to answer my questions.
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24 Jan, 2017 by Anonymous
Received help reviewing a family partnership and a power of attorney document to determine if I understood what each document said as there were multiple family members involved with differing points of view. The discussions were very contentious and so it was important that I correctly understand the options available to me. There were and remain delicate issues as family matters involving property and aging parents often are. The family partnership document was particularly challenging. Diane reviewed both documents carefully and then laid out the information in a way that a non-lawyer could understand. Phone calls were productive and her turn around time in summarizing the call and the information was nothing short of amazing. She is highly skilled, knowledgeable in her field and straightforward and honest in her assessment of the situation as spelled out in the documents. She is also kind and takes to time to get to know you. I felt that I was a person and that I mattered. I would absolutely recommend her.
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12 Oct, 2016 by Margaret
Diana has helped me navigate difficult family situations with straight forward strategies and solutions, allowing us to avoid a number of problems. She is highly skilled and experienced and I have been grateful for her wise counsel. Finally, she brings a calm, friendly manner that makes working with her a joy.
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12 Oct, 2016 by Winnie
I have known Diana and used her ‘excellent’ professional services for 17 years. During this time, my current husband and I have used her services for 12 years. She also, for the past 9 years, has provided professional services in my managing the financial and health care decisions for my incapacitated father, and now, his Estate due to his death. She has always demonstrated to be knowledgeable, compassionate, positive, an effective communicator, dependable, trustworthy, friendly, and confident. There is no one like her!
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08 Jan, 2014 by Anonymous
Franklin had probably one of his simplest divorces ever with mine. He was easy to talk to from the first meeting till the last. Always returned my calls. He got everything done that needed to be done. In a timely manner. Franklin done it the right way. I feel outside of work he is a great guy. I would highly recommend him to handle whatever you need legally done.
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05 Nov, 2013 by Jason
Franklin did an excellent job with our custody battle. He understood the court system and what was needed. We hired Franklin in the during the summer and he made a point to hold a hearing in Aug so my daughter could be enrolled in our school system. We were able to show the courts how well she did during the year at our house and in school. During this time, Franklin had instructed us as to what documents we needed to obtain. I would recommend Franklin Kirk for child custody lawyer.
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27 Jun, 2013 by Anonymous
Always kept us informed of what he was doing, returned calls and emails promptly and when asked questions always answered us with respect. Did not treat us like we were asking dumb questions and explained things so we could understand them.
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12 Oct, 2020 by Ronnie
I went to Mr. Fritzler for a Will, Durable Power of Attorney and Health Directive. I expected the process to be a nose bleed. It was not. He explained everything and answered all my questions. He put me at ease. Everything concluded swiftly. Covid-19 precautions were taken throughout the process of consultation and signing. I highly recommend him!
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24 Nov, 2018 by Anonymous
We had a situation with an elderly family member that arose rather suddenly. We realized that we needed some legal guidance about some options for how we might respond. Jon returned our call promptly, and provided us with helpful information, including several possible approaches. We felt quite a sense of relief in having talked through this situation with a skilled attorney.
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14 Sep, 2015 by Christine
I first worked with Mr. Fritzler some years ago when I contacted the law firm he was then affiliated with for assistance with elderly family members. I lived out of state from the family members and as events unfolded, we discovered the three of them had been the subject of quite serious elder abuse at the hands of an unscrupulous "family friend". Through involved and extensive monetary and asset discovery and ensuing court cases involving Guardianships and Conservatorships, Mr. Fritzler held a steady and determined course of action. His knowledge of the law and attention to detail was (and is) amazing. I was always comfortable with and understood his advice. Several years have passed and I recently had need to contact Mr. Fritzler again, now with his own law practice, for assistance with the one surviving family member. It has been a somewhat convoluted matter and Mr. Fritzler has guided me with the same sound advice and practice. I find Mr. Fritzler to be an outstanding attorney and think very highly of him. I would not hesitate to recommend his services, especially in the area of Elder Law.
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24 Jan, 2021 by Eve
Mr. Vander Wel is very responsible, very reliable. He answered my questions timely and clearly, even for some of my minor questions, he provided me background knowledge out of his busy schedule. And his pricing is very reasonable, similar to the real estate lawyer I used in New Jersey. So when I called another Bellevue lawyer I was surprised that law office gave me much higher quote. I'm grateful that I called Mr. Vander Wel first. I would highly recommend Mr. Vander Wel.
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02 Feb, 2020 by Megan
I was awarded legal fees after an investment LLC filed a frivolous lien on my property. The owner of the LLC was upset by this ruling and refused to pay, counting on the fact that I had spent my limited resources fighting him in the aforementioned court battle. It wasn’t a large sum that was owed to me, at least for this company, under $10,000, but it was enough to make a difference in the life of a single mom, which I am. When I reached out to Theo, I explained my case to him and that I felt like I had no options for how to proceed as I couldn’t afford the retainer that most lawyers charged for such things. Theo worked with me to create a win-win situation for he and I both and then successfully settled the issue in a very short amount of time without having to go to court. He was easy and a pleasure to work with, and I felt valued as a person, not just another case. I highly recommend working with Theo.
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24 May, 2019 by Anonymous
Theo was professional, resourceful and timely in addressing my legal questions and resolving the issue at hand. He was my advocate and mouthpiece at a time when I had exhausted every other opportunity for resolution. Theo came highly recommended and I can see why! I hope to never need legal advice in the future, however, should I need it, will again reach for his advice and legal acumen!
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04 Jan, 2017 by Morgan
Adam is a highly qualified and talented trusts and estates attorney. If you are looking for a trusts and estates attorney do not hesitate to contact Adam. I have had the opportunity to recommend Adam and the prospective client was very impressed by Adam's knowledge and professionalism.
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19 Sep, 2016 by David
Adam clearly has a great deal of experience as a trusts and estates attorney - it shows in his CV but also in how he helped us navigate the complicated process of estate planning with a mixed family. He was thorough, professional, and extremely responsive. I highly recommend him for trusts and estate planning.
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28 Aug, 2016 by Andrew rodman
Adam is a true professional. He recently drafted my family's estate planning documents. Adam has the ability and patience to explain complicated estate planning issues in an easily understandable manner. On top of everything, he is a great guy. I highly recommend Adam.
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09 Aug, 2019 by Anonymous
If you're looking for someone fluffy, this is not the attorney for you. He's down-to-earth, honest, trustworthy and, a bit brash at times, but if you need something done, this is your guy. He's assisted our family in several matters, from divorce, custodianship, guardianship, will prep and conservatorships. I highly recommend.
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27 Sep, 2015 by Anonymous
Melder & Melder has assisted myself and family with several items from divorce, real-estate and bankruptcy over the last few years. Aric Melder is not only well versed with many different legal matters but an excellent litigator for all of them. He is responsible, ethical and you can count on him and the firm to get the job done. The firm cares about their clients and go out of their way to take care of them. Their fees are very competitive. It is hard to find the right attorney, for a price you can afford. Melder & Melder surpassed my expectations and am confident that they will do the same for their other clients as well.
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28 Apr, 2014 by Elaine
Aric and his team are great! I needed a good divorce attorney that was affordable as well. Aric and his team were very professional and competent and got me an my kids the settlement we deserved. I was pleasantly surprised at the different areas of law his practice covers. I will be also getting him to handle my credit issues and possible bankruptcy as well.
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11 Aug, 2022 by Anonymous
Keenan definitely knows his way around the courtroom and worked great with the other attorney to get my case resolved in a way that worked out best for all of us.
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09 Aug, 2022 by Kelsey
Mr. Haught is amazing. He is patient and kind. He really helped me and made sure I understood my case. He always kept me updated and was very responsive. His staff is awesome and always available to help.
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02 Aug, 2022 by Gerald
Keenan's friendly, professional personality allows him to work well with opposing attorneys to get the results clients need. The son of a judge, since childhood he has known his way around the justice system like a fish knows its way around water.
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15 Oct, 2019 by Mona
Shelba assisted me during one of the worst periods of my life whereas I was in a financial catastrophe with a failing marriage and baby on the way. Most people think that bankruptcy is the end of the world, but Shelba helped me with a new beginning.
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02 Sep, 2019 by Anonymous
Shelba has been my attorney for the since 2011. She has gotten me through financial issues, and later being my attorney for purchasing our new home. She is very efficient and thorough. Wouldn't use anyone else!
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01 Aug, 2019 by Vitoria
MS. SELLERS IMPRESSED ME WITH HER GRACEFUL ATTITUDE AND HER DESIRE TO HELP AND GUIDE ME. A GOOD DECISION THAT I MADE IN RELATION TO A LAWYER.
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07 Jul, 2023 by Nay
He's the best!
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05 Jun, 2023 by Phila cousins
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19 Nov, 2021 by Jason
I had a very complicated case, and attorney Goldstein got excellent results for me. He went the extra mile to make sure we got the results we wanted. Knows the law very well and does his research.
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13 Mar, 2019 by Isabelle
Jerry Goldstein has handled various legal problems for me over the years. I find him to be extremely knowledgeable of the law and very dedicated to his profession, while maintaining the highest standards of ethicality. He listens very clearly to the issues involved and without reservation I recommend him as a very fine attorney.
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23 Mar, 2018 by Vp
Complex disorderly conduct case; Mr. Goldstein managed it extremely well, going the extra mile to resolve the matter in the most cost-effective way for me; he knows the court system and the art of negotiation; I recommend him in the highest terms; he is there with you every step of the way; always accessible by phone, email and text; it is rare to find a truly solid attorney at a reasonable cost; if I ever need a criminal attorney again, I know whom I will contact immediately - Jerry Goldstein. You're in good hands when you hire him.
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30 Jun, 2016 by Ofelia
David Bauer is a brilliant professional who has handled many different legal matters for us. My husband and I feel an incomparable feeling of inner peace knowing that Mr. David Bauer is handling our legal matters. From our first meeting we knew all our issues were going to be processed with excellence, and positive results. Ofelia
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28 Oct, 2015 by Lisa
My family & I hired Attorney Bauer for a probate & real estate matter. He was very knowledgeable, professional & kept us all informed through each process.
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13 Oct, 2015 by Christina
I've used Mr. Bauer for both my personal estate planning and professional structuring matters. In both cases, he was not only knowledgeable and approachable, but incredibly efficient as well. He always has great ideas on how to best approach a situation, and has already saved me a lot of money by anticipating tax consequences down the road for my family. He always answers emails and phone calls promptly. I would emphatically and enthusiastically recommend Mr. Bauer for anyone looking for a tax attorney; he represents an incredible value.
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10 Dec, 2019 by W.e.
We recently used Brooks and Crowley LLP for a deed transfer and title closing. Steven Brooks was fantastic! Very easy to work with, kept me in the loop throughout the entire process. He replies extremely fast, anytime I had a question he responded right away. Top-notch customer service and smooth closing! I look forward to working with Steve again. A++
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01 Apr, 2016 by Jim
We used Steve for our family will and to set up a trust for our special needs son. He did a terrific job and did not leave out a single detail. We highly recommend Steve.
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11 Nov, 2015 by John p. connell
As a Boston lawyer I have had the honor and privilege of working with Attorney Brooks and was, frankly, very impressed with his ability to prevail against a very powerful adversary in a complex case. Thanks for the experience, Steve.
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14 Aug, 2019 by Tanja
Mr. Welch was assigned to me though Cobb County Courts years ago. After helping me with that case, I hired him for several more. From a divorce to a DUI. He is the ONLY attorney I would ever use and have since recommended him to others.
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07 Dec, 2015 by Stephanie
Having Eric Welch represent me in my DUI case was a godsend. I was facing a 3rd DUI and I was very concerned about my future. I have never felt like previous lawyers I spoke to listened to my struggles nor cared until now. He was always readily available to answer all me questions. He took my case extremely seriously and seemingly personal. Eric Welch was able to get the courts to reduce my charge to a Reckless Driving and I couldn’t have been happier with his services. Had I retained any other attorney, I do not think I would have obtained the result that I did. I highly recommend him.
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03 Apr, 2014 by Greg
Mr. Welch represented me on a case which most others considered unwinnable. His knowledge and willingness to delve into the subject matter, research it, and ultimately win a victory for his client was gratifying. Add to that a good sense of humor, and you've got excellent representation.
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01 Jul, 2019 by Terri
Justina Doss was an excellent attorney. She was always professional and prompt with everything I needed for my case. If you’re looking for an attorney look no further. Justina Doss is the attorney for you!!!
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12 Jun, 2018 by Krystal
Justina Doss was an excellent attorney. She was always professional and prompt with everything I needed for my case. If you’re looking for an attorney look no further. Justina Doss is the attorney for you!!!
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01 Aug, 2017 by Anonymous
Justina was very professional and thorough with my case. She went over all my options and explained to me the pros and cons of whatever decision I made. I would definitely recommend her.
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24 Aug, 2023 by Heather tanne
Jerry Bridenbaugh is a very professional and amazing lawyer. He knows what questions to ask in court, very knowledgeable of the laws to help your case and will get straight to the point. I highly recommend him and will use him again when needed.
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22 Aug, 2023 by Harper6721
I highly recommend Jerry Bridenbaugh. He is very easy to work with, highly efficient and has a high level of professional ethics. I will certainly continue to use his services.
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09 Aug, 2023 by Jake langsdon
Honest communication and reliable, knowledgeable service
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26 Feb, 2023 by Dallas kratzer
Bryan and his team did a great job!
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30 Jan, 2022 by Trista jones
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22 Sep, 2021 by Kori fisher
Bryan Hix helped my husband and myself navigate an easement issue for our property. He knew exactly what was needed and provided amazing quality service through the entire process. We are so excited with the outcome. Highly recommend his expertise!
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02 Apr, 2018 by Angela
I recently hired Mr. Burns to represent me in my child support/custody case . I had consulted with other local attorneys in the area before meeting with Erik . While they seemed disinterested in what I had to say , Erik immediately said he would take my case. From the very beginning , I could tell how passionate he is about what he does ! He treated me like more than just another client . He treated me like a friend or a family member. I could really tell he cared . Erik kept me informed through every step of the process and was always there to answer any questions I had . He and his secretary were always available for me whenever I called or emailed them ! Erik was extremely diligent in researching every aspect of my case to ensure he got me the best possible results . Erik fought for me and my daughter every step of the way , without fail ! Erik not only won my case for me but he got me even more than I had initially expected . If you are looking for an attorney that will fight for you and your family like he would fight for his own then Erik Burns is the attorney for you ! I promise you that you will not be disappointed !!!!
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01 Feb, 2018 by Megan
Erik is great at what he does! He is incredibly professional and thorough and always responds in a timely manner. He has helped our family through more than he will ever know. If you ever need an attorney, he is your guy!
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28 Nov, 2017 by Nicole tassin pourciau
I wanted to take an opportunity to write a review for Erik Burns. He represented me in 2012 for a child custody hearing. Erik fought zealously for my rights as a parent and for my daughter, researching and working beyond the scope of his engagement. He was able to get excellent information on record, as well. I am fortunate to have had Erik as my attorney and proud to call him my friend. Now that I am a Tulane graduate in General Legal Studies and a competent paralegal, I can intelligently comment and praise Erik in his professionalism and efforts. He wrote an amazing motion and was very thorough in his details covering the facts and enumerating the legal issues at hand before the court. Even though we lost, it wasn't because Erik wasn't awesome, didn't do his job or because he dropped the ball. It was because we had a prejudiced judge, plain and simple. And sadly, that happens, but losing does NOT deter me from confidently recommending Erik or from praising his valiant efforts. A non-biased judge would have made a different call.
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23 Feb, 2016 by Wendy
Mary Joki Ebb has been very helpful in helping us with our estate planning as well as assisting us with an adoption. She made the process easy and we enjoyed working with her.
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13 Dec, 2014 by Carol
My mother is in late stage dementia and I was worried about finding someone to update her will and provide advice going forward with her care. I was so lucky that I found Mary! She is an expert in the legalities of elder law and is also sensitive to the emotions that come with the planning process. As the full time caregiver for my mother, Mary also provided a recommendation for and adult day care center. This was not part of our planning but Mary knew that it was something that I needed. I have recommended Mary to several friends and would not do so if I didn't trust that Mary would provide excellent service.
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12 Dec, 2014 by Carol johnson
I was very pleased with Mary's work and timeliness. Many things developed that were not her fault, but she handled them for me beautifully. She was always readily available when paperwork needed to be signed and in providing information.
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04 Nov, 2022 by Brenda diane miles
I had no worries when I left this place!!! Very straightforward, and he was very knowledgeable!!
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03 Oct, 2022 by Cathie vega
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21 Mar, 2018 by Sonya
Jennifer provided excellent estate planning services for my family. Our situation was more complicated than most, however, Jennifer was able to explain options and help us determine what route was best for us. She efficiently walked us through the documents and we now can mark this off our to do list and fall asleep knowing everything is in order! I would definitely recommend her and we will be visiting her again when it is time to update our plans.
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24 Oct, 2016 by Anonymous
I retained the services of Jennifer Mortel for what I thought would be a minor legal matter following the death of a relative. Unfortunately, this turned into a lengthy legal family battle that totally caught me by surprise. I’ve never gone through a circumstance like this and Jennifer acted as a guide, a confidant and first and foremost a lawyer protecting the interest of her client throughout the whole ordeal. She always managed my expectations and always guided me down the right path consistently.
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19 Aug, 2016 by Lea
Like many people, I had postponed taking care of my estate planning for too long. When I consulted with and hired Jennifer Mortel, my revision and updating of estate documents proceeded smoothly. Jennifer explained my choices, pointed out some weaknesses in my prior documents, and helped me to gather everything needed to put my plan into place. I felt that she listened well, educated me as needed, and delivered exactly what I needed in a timely manner. I recommend her highly!
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24 Sep, 2024 by Edh
I had Michelle as my Divorce Attorney and let me tell you going thru this made me a nervous wreck, but Michelles knowledge and dedication to her profession made me realize I was in good hands, making the process less stressful, never hesitated to advise me when I called, very happy Michelle was my Attorney.
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31 Aug, 2023 by Sonia
Attorney Farley was very empathetic and compassionate to my situation. Even though we have not committed to each other yet, she took 30 minutes from her hectic schedule to offer the advice I needed to move from being abandoned by my spouse to understanding my options and the steps I need to take in order to gain my self-worth, self-respect, and life back. She is extremely good at simultaneously dividing the heart (emotions) from the head (necessary legal actions) while simultaneously being kind yet direct! I cannot wait to continue working with her as I exit a 26 marriage! I highly recommend her for her level of expertise.
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26 Jul, 2023 by Carla
I was in need of professional advice, and Michelle is our entire community's "go to" person. She has knowledge in so many fields, and is always willing to help others. In this situation, she knew I was not looking to hire an attorney, but still sacrificed her time to advise me. This is just one of the many reasons Michelle is so well respected.
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07 Nov, 2022 by Mary
Vincent Albunio is an excellent attorney who really goes above and beyond for his clients, I'd trust him with anything, do not hesitate to call him. I guarantee once you have used his service you too will look no further. He responds in an extreme timely matter, he is a very knowledge, trustworthy person. There is no other attorney that will work as hard for you. Perhaps the thing that impressed me most about Vincent was nothing was "sugar coated". He was very straight forward and told me what to expect each step of the way. Going thru the probate court as well as the sale of my home. From start to finish, Vincent kept me informed of each step and what the options were and what the risks were. There were no empty promises made just to keep the client happy which I know sometimes occurs when seeking counsel. He's done an excellent job in not only fighting FOR me, but also PROTECTING my interests! I highly recommend him for any estate matter needs you might have.
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25 Oct, 2022 by Anonymous
Mr. Albunio did an excellent job in drawing up my husband’s and my will on very short notice. He also went to bat for us when we faced almost immediate inaccessibility to our coop, due to no provisions being made for handicapped persons while the building’s elevator would be replaced over three months. AND he did it pro bono! My thanks to him. I recommend him highly!
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15 Jan, 2016 by Angella
Mr. Albunio is an awesome lawyer for many reasons. First, he will not lie to you at all but will do the best he can for your case. Second, he keeps his clients in the loop at all times and lastly, his manner of treatment is out of this world. He was very compassionate about my condition and treated my husband and I with respect at every turn, never minimizing my feelings. I especially like that he was very knowledgeable about his field of work and explained it to us so thoroughly and was able to help us understand the complexity of our case in layman terms. His concern for us and for my case was extraordinary, especially coming from a person who has such a busy schedule. All I can say is that I refer him to everyone and anyone who may have a need for a lawyer and if he cannot help them, he refers them to someone who can. I find that my experience with Mr. Albunio was one that I will treasure for all of my days.
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27 Feb, 2024 by Ryan roche
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15 Aug, 2024 by Cheryl
Jessica was very gracious with her time in explaining everything I needed to know in regard to my estate planning. She went from A-Z and allowed me to ask any questions I had. Even after all the work was completed she would accept any phone calls and helped me through everything. I highly recommend her. She is through and caring.
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03 Jan, 2024 by Jenna
I had the pleasure of working with Jessica on my mother’s estate planning. Her professionalism, knowledge, patience, and unwavering support made the process seamless from start to finish! She was able to explain everything to us in terms that we could easily understand, and she was always accessible to answer any questions we had outside of our meetings. Due to my mother’s declining health, Jessica went above and beyond to ensure that our documents were drafted in record time! She truly took the stress out of our very stressful situation, and for that, I am extremely grateful! I HIGHLY recommend Jessica for your estate planning needs.
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29 Dec, 2022 by Robert
Jessica is an excellent lawyer. She was full of information during the consultation. She help point me in the right direction. She is very honest in her opinions.
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02 Feb, 2019 by Lynn
My parents needed assistance with various aging issues. We consulted with Leonard Shober. He worked out a program for their many needs. Soon thereafter, my father needed assistance with nursing home care. During this application process Leonard and Pat were completely thorough, very professional and extremely patient. Their assistance was invaluable at such a difficult time. Leonard Shober and his staff went beyond my expectations and I am very grateful for their expertise.
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29 Jan, 2019 by Mary
I met Leonard Shober when I needed an elder care attorney. Hiring Leonard turned out to be one of the best decisions I’ve ever made. Initially, he helped me with wills, POA, and some other things I didn’t know I needed; but, of course, I certainly did need them. In addition, I knew that my husband would eventually need full-time care. Leonard guided me to an excellent nursing home, suggesting I sign him up immediately as the nursing home has a 2-year waiting list. Approximately 7 months later, it was obvious my husband needed full-time care. Leonard worked with me to successfully enroll him in the facility. In order to be eligible for Medicaid assistance, a myriad of forms needed to be filled out. My daughter worked with Pat as they ploughed through this material. Pat and Leonard were at our sides, as one after another problems reared their heads. Thankfully, Pat and Leonard solved these seemingly insurmountable issues. It is due to their unfailing work on our behalf that we had a good resolution!! An almost unheard of accomplishment, I don’t think any one else would have worked so diligently, professionally, and compassionately on our behalf. The first day in Leonard’s office led us to a happy ending, and I will always be profoundly grateful to Leonard and Pat for their assistance.
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29 Jun, 2017 by Hollie
Len and his staff were very courteous and professional. They provided sound legal advice, as well as a quick turnaround on the documents. The rates were very reasonable.
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