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Andrew B Nevas, experienced Appeals, Family Law attorney in Westport, CT with 5 reviews
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05 Aug, 2008 by Anonymous
I found Andy Nevas to be extremely patient, knowledgeable, and personable. Even while dealing with the unpredictable nature of our divorce; the emotional aspect, the financial ramifications, and the general heartache that is associated with the dissolution of marriage, Andy maintained his professionalism, calm demeanor, and kept his eye on the bigger picture the entire time. During the process I always felt confident that Andy was by my side. He is confident, a quick thinker, and experienced. He handles people very well; clients, family, other lawyers. He is a good man and very fair, He gets an A+ from me! James Todd 212-243-4040
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01 Aug, 2008 by Anonymous
Andrew is an excellent attorney. He represented me during my divorce and helped make a very difficult process bearable. he is a very personable man who related to me as an equal rather than just another client receiving a service which sometimes happens. Andrew kept me well informed throughout the process and always returned my phone calls promptly. I was well prepared for my court appearance which ultimately turned out favorably. I highly recommend Andrew Nevas.
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31 Jul, 2008 by Anonymous
Andrew is a highly trustworthy and effective attorney. I would highly recommend him and his firm.
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Michael Asher Kretzmer, experienced Car Accident, Child Custody attorney in Bridgeport, CT with 5 reviews
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17 Feb, 2023 by S.catch
Attorney Kretzmer was great! He represented me for a case that I was involved in and I was extremely happy working with him. He took the time out to consult with me and was very attentive during the whole process. He was patient and I could tell he actually cares about helping his clients win their case. I would definitely use Attorney Kretzmer in the future if need be and highly recommend him to others!
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07 Apr, 2022 by Ryan
Michael Kretzmer has represented me more than once and he has been incredibly helpful and friendly, going above and beyond to make sure I am represented fairly and assuring I get treated fairly by the state, I would definitely recommend him to anyone who needs representation.
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16 Aug, 2019 by Anonymous
His rate was good and he explained me the payment plan. the other lawyers I talked to cost way more $ and Michael was understand I can’t make a big payment. my father was getting kicked out of his house and Michael didn’t let that happen. Thank you.
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Stephen Peter Sobin, experienced Criminal Defense, Insurance attorney in Glastonbury, CT with 5 reviews
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12 May, 2017 by Anonymous
Attorney Stephen Sobin was efficient, personable, on point, knowledgeable about the matter, and very accessible. He wasted no time in coming to a very agreeable r solution. He is extremely bright and was able to provide his analysis in "plain language". Attorney Sobin was very easy to deal with and always returned my calls regarding questions in an expeditious manner. After my first experience with Attorney Sobin, I again consulted with him on other unrelated matters (a probate matter and a professional work-related complex right of publicity type legal entertainment matter. He was able to deal with both without a problem. He's a very intelligent attorney who is quite competent in handling any and all questions I've posed -- even those which he typically would not be expected to be proficient in. The levels of difficulties varied in all of matters Attorney Sobin handled for me, and he dealt with them all in an efficient, successful manner. An outstanding plus in having Attorney Sobin represent you is that he is proficient in all areas of legal matters. He has been a pleasure to work with and his end results have been very rewarding.
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11 May, 2017 by Anonymous
I was very pleased with my experience with Mr. Sobin. Every call was answered back in a timely manner, all with knowledgeable and informative advice. Each time I met with him he had the utmost professionalism. I would definitely use Stephen Sobin again in the future. I have and will continue to recommend Stephen, and I'd like to thank him again for all his help and legal guidance.
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11 May, 2017 by Anonymous
Attorney Sobin recently represented me on my motor vehicle accident case, and I have to say that his work ethic combined with his empathy was extraordinary. He treated me as if my case were the only one on his desk, which I know was the farthest thing from the truth. Attorney Sobin was always available to answer my many, many questions and never once made me feel bad about my inquisitive nature. He managed to seek out little details that I think even surprised the opposing attorney! At times I was unsure that I wanted to follow through due to the long process, but his confidence in my case kept me going. Ultimately, it paid off! I will always be calling on Attorney Sobin for any legal matters, and I couldn't recommend him more highly!
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Kristie Marie Stutsky, experienced Car Accident, Criminal Defense attorney in New Haven, CT, CT with 5 reviews
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29 Jan, 2018 by Edwin
The best lawyer I know she has helped almost my whole family with cases. When I had an accident at my job and needed someone, she was there to help me. She finished my case fast I definitely I recommend kristie to anyone. Thanks kristie
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29 Jan, 2018 by Erandi reiland
Attorney Stutsky is extremely professional and knowledgeable. She understands that clients often come to her at difficult times and they are looking for someone to resolve their issue as quickly and painlessly as possible. She is easy to get a hold of, talk to, and work with. I thoroughly recommend working with her!
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29 Jan, 2018 by Victor
Kristie was great with me on my case , she kept me informed very well , I got the most out of my case cause of her hard work and thoughness , I will always recommend her to anyone in the future .
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Tamar Rebecca Birckhead, experienced Criminal Defense, Family Law attorney in West Hartford, CT with 5 reviews
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29 Jun, 2020 by Daniel j
Where to begin, because I didn't when I got arrested and falsely charged with a dui. I called a couple other lawyers and firms and didn't have any good feelings about who I talked to, felt like they just wanted my money. Tamar gave me excellent advise and made me have no worries proceeding forward with her representation. We went to several hearings with the outcome still wanting to charge me with my crimes, but Tamar took no for an answer she knew something wasn't right with how everything went down that night for me. After a few months and a couple hearings later my case we dropped and only a small fine was acquitted towards me, she saved my future this is something that could of greatly affected me and ruined my life in many ways. I'm very grateful for Tamar's efforts, professionalism, and kindness I highly recommend using her in any situation you may have.
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13 Nov, 2018 by Michele
I hired her to help with a situation with my sister. I sent her the information she needed and she let me know her cost. She was very honest and said she would try to get it resolved as quickly as possible and she did. I would recommend her and I will certainly use her service again if need be.
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11 Mar, 2018 by Aaron
I was referred to Tamar by my custody lawyer Anthony Solomine for a unjustified dui pullover. From the moment I consulted with Tamar I knew she was on her game and the lawyer for me. The night after I hired her she contacted me and had already been in touch with the PD and DMV for my case. She went above and beyond what I expected from any lawyer on a case like this. She was very thorough and always prepared. Getting me sentenced to the least possible charges with this case. I plan on keeping Anthony and her as my lawyers and already have referred her to several people. One of which I know has chose to use her and is also very happy with how she is handling his case so far.
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Timothy F Butler, experienced Business, Family Law attorney in Darien, CT with 5 reviews
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13 Jun, 2013 by Donna
I have used Tim Butler's legal services for over 10 years. He brings a broad range of legal expertise that includes litigation/arbitration, business contract design and interpretation, and employee relations. Over the years he has provided ongoing guidance and legal advice that have resulted in the successful resolution of many business related issues. He takes the time to investigate issues upfront and does not always use litgation as the means to resolve business issues. He remains mindful of the cost implications of taking legal action but never at the expense of service and qulaity of legal advice. His negotation skills are exceptional. He is very responsive and completely trustworthy. His integrity is without question. I highly recommend Tim. Tim has successfully handled several large commercial debt collection cases on my company's behalf and successfully negotiated resolution prior to trial in most cases. He revamped our contract language, provided guidance to protect our intellectual capital
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30 Apr, 2013 by Jeff
We hired Tim and his firm to help on a managed care dispute where we felt we were owed a significant amount of money and were having difficulties resolving it independently. They handled the case impeccably. Their inside knowledge of the company and the people involved was instrumental and helped expedite things. They researched our claims thoroughly and put together a case that was almost impossible to dispute. Most importantly, they were appropriately aggressive and achieved an extremely favorable outcome for us but did it in a way that allowed us to maintain a cordial continuing relationship with the company. We have dealt with many lawyers and many firms and this was one of the most satisfying experiences I have ever had. On a personal level, Tim was a pleasure to work with. He is calm, reassuring, does not patronize, lays out both the good and the bad, is timely and stands by his work. Everyone at the firm was professional and always helpful. I do not typically write reviews but feel that I must acknowledge the high quality work we received. I would recommend Tim and his firm as strongly as I could.
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24 Apr, 2013 by Leslie
Attorney Butler has represented me in various actions over the past six years, including those related to divorce, alimony/child support, libel, foreclosure, and fraud. I have consistently received from attorney Butler and his firm the highest quality of legal representation and professional service.
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Martha A Dean, experienced Civil Rights, Real Estate attorney in Avon, CT with 5 reviews
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07 May, 2016 by Michael
Martha’s in-depth knowledge of environmental law and issues and her skills as a litigator saved our organization on several fronts. In conflicts with municipal and State agencies over environmental pollution claims, she was adroit in developing defenses that resolved those issues as well as forestalling future claims. She was equally adept in the court room, securing a solid win for us when litigants attempted to shut down our entire operation. She then guided us through the arduous process of obtaining local, State, and Federal permits for site improvements in State and Federal wetlands. She is skillful in her field of law, and pleasant to work with…a winning combination.
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29 Mar, 2016 by Anonymous
I am one of the officers of the Metacon Gun Club in Simsbury, CT. Several years ago the club was subjected to an intense attack by some of our neighbors who used every avenue possible to shut us down, including lawsuits at both the state and federal level on environmental grounds. The club retained Martha to represent us and after a long and exasperating battle we prevailed in both cases and are still operating to this day. The suit in federal court was even appealed and we survived that also. Martha's firm was able to tie our case to a recently-won Supreme Court victory in the environmental field and the group that had won that case took the lead in defending our case also, which saved us a lot of money. Without the services of a very knowledgeable and energetic attorney our club would surely have been shut down. We had to deal with local, state and federal agencies on matters of safety, design, operations, and environmental stewardship and Martha was invaluable in helping us navigate the difficult and sometimes exasperating path through all the requirements and regulations that are in effect these days. She was able to guide a bunch of laymen through a very difficult battle and kept us on the path to victory with grace and humor, which helped a lot.
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23 Mar, 2016 by Anonymous
We are owners of two properties that were once used as gas stations; we never owned or operated the stations. Both properties have/had environmental issues relative to the past uses. Martha Dean assisted us as we navigated the issues regarding our rights as innocent parties and our responsibilities under state and Federal regulations. Martha is an expert in her field and I highly recommend her for someone who needs assistance navigating the very complex issues involving environmental law.
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Vincent James Fazzone, experienced Criminal Defense, Personal Injury attorney in Norwich, CT with 5 reviews
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01 Jul, 2023 by Anonymous
I HIGHLY recommend Attorney Fazzone. I secured his services for a domestic case where I clearly and truly was not at fault. As I have never been in legal trouble, I was extremely nervous and anxious about the ordeal. Mr. Fazzone not only got all charges dismissed, but he was very communicative and comforting! A++ service from a fantastic lawyer, and also a great person!
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15 Jul, 2022 by Alexandra
Vincent first saw me talking to the prosecutor in the local court house about an unfair violation ticket given that had consequences i would unlikely get out of, especially on my own. Mr. Fazzone saw me and felt the urge to come up to me, not only calm me down but kindly explain how he could help. He gave me his card, i called, the rest was history. He went above and beyond to fight for me countless times for nearly a year before finally WINNING my case! He pushed and pushed to get more time and assured me it was all for a reason, no matter how impatient I became, he was kind and understanding and continued to remind me why he was doing all this. He helped me and saved me from a world of trouble and couldn't be more grateful. 10/10 hire this man you will NOT be disappointed.
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21 Mar, 2019 by Nicole
Out of the letters I received for consultation with potential legal representation, Attorney Fazzone's spoke to me the most. The reviews I read about him providing excellent feedback were 100% true. I hired him immediately & it was the best decision I've ever made! He was completely professional, helpful, informative, knowledgeable, personable, honest, upfront, trustworthy, and affordable. He was available to reach whenever I needed, always responded immediately & even went out of his way to meet at our initial consultation. He made me feel at ease at a time my case was causing me much stress & anxiety. He listens to his clients, has empathy for them where the courts may not do the same & he will fight for them to make sure the end result is justice being served! He is everything I had hoped & expected for & more in an attorney, as well as an incredible person. He truly cares about his clients & it shows! He was able to guide me through everything, kept me in the know about what was going on, what could happen, and what the best and worst case outcome scenarios were. When all was said & done, he was able to get my case dismissed. I couldn't be more grateful! I am so happy his letter for legal council made its way to me! I could not have done this without him! As well as I am positive the outcome would definitely not had been the same without him! Reflecting back on that fateful letter sent to me, everything it stated turned out to be true as well as a sign for me to hire the best legal representation there was out there!
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Matthew J Broder, experienced Car Accident, Criminal Defense attorney in Bridgeport, CT with 5 reviews
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10 Dec, 2021 by Anthony
I am an attorney who has referred clients to Attorney Broder over the years. He has done an excellent job on their behalf. I have no hesitation in recommending him.
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30 Apr, 2018 by Chuck
Matt took on my case and defended me perfectly! In a case of obvious deceit by a car dealership, he turned a $10k case against me into a 10K windfall for me. He was professional, persistent and a pleasure to work with. I recommend him highly!!!
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02 Nov, 2013 by Anonymous
Attorney Broder has handled several issues for us as a small business owner. He's trustworthy and honest and is totally upfront with what is expected of us and what he will provide on our behalf. He fully prepares both himself and us for proceedings to ensure we understand what is coming next. He's tenacious in his defense of his client. Although no one can guarantee outcomes, at least we know we're getting the best defense that is available.
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Kerry Joseph Robair, experienced Criminal Defense attorney in Bristol, CT with 5 reviews
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15 Jan, 2019 by Jay
Kerry is awesome, plain and simple. He responds to phone calls and text messages promptly and even outside of normal business hours, he is very understanding and does not judge you or make you feel like crap and has been very understanding in a situation where anyone else would have gotten fed up and just stopped dealing with me. Kerry is very knowledgeable, articulate and appears to be highly respected in the courtroom. Although I do not know the outcome of my cases yet, I have the utmost confidence in Attorney Robair's ability to achieve nothing less then the best results and would not think twice about recommending him to anyone.
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02 Jan, 2018 by Cathy
k e r r y is my son's lawyer and he has been there every step of the way to help my son get through this case k e r r y is not only his lawyer he is a friend
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13 Jul, 2017 by Anonymous
I'm not great at these reviews but I decided to do one on attorney Kerry Robair trates me like a friend a person not just a pay check great guy to work with good hearted is helpful
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Elizabeth C Foran, experienced Car Accident, Criminal Defense attorney in Vernon, CT with 5 reviews
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23 Aug, 2020 by Anonymous
Oh my god. I can't say enough about how Beth foran save me and my family from disaster in the worst of times she was there for me she even pick me up at my mother's house when I couldn't drive I just cannot say enough about her if you don't call Beth then you're not getting the best
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22 Mar, 2017 by Jen
We live out of state and hiring Elizabeth Foran to represent our teenager involved in a traffic summons was the best decision. Elizabeth was easy to reach, always returned our calls and is very familiar with the traffic court process. In the end 'Great Service', very happy with the outcome. Thank You
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22 Nov, 2016 by Anonymous
I hired Beth to represent my college child for an on campus incident. She was forthright, professional, honest and compasssionate at every phase. Initially she was able to get charges reduced and guided us through every step with what was needed for the best defense. Beth got charges reduced, won accelerated rehab and after a period of time, all charges were dismissed. During a time where I didn't know what to do, Beth led us the whole way. I highly recommend Beth Foran.
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Nicholas Paindiris, experienced Business, Financial Markets And Services attorney in Glastonbury, CT with 5 reviews
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24 Apr, 2018 by Denise
Attorney Paindiris did an excellent job with legal advise and executing our articles of incorporation and business agreement for our medical marijuana dispensary
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22 Feb, 2016 by Ted
Nick has been our lawyer for our family business for over 20 years. He has assisted us in growing our business with the utmost respect, integrity, and has given us the vision and proper guidance to expand. I would recommend Nick in any capacity. We have worked with him from real estate to business to organizational legal issues. I do not think we would have as much success using a different attorney and I would highly recommend him.
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22 Dec, 2014 by Joe
Nick has worked with me and my companies over 20 years in a variety of areas from Real Estate to Business Acquisitions to working with the State of CT Economic Development and multiple closings. He quickly understands the pertinent information required to complete the transaction or pursue a resolution of a problem. No redundant billings I have received from other firms in the past. I have full faith and confidence in him personally and his firm and would highly recommend and have to others.
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Jennifer R Rossi, experienced Lawsuit / Dispute, Litigation attorney in West Hartford, CT with 5 reviews
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07 Apr, 2019 by Alan
I was involved in an automobile accident with personal injury. I had surgery to correct the problem. From the beginning Jennifer was focused on every detail . She went above and beyond, was extremely well prepared, and was extremely easy to talk to. The case was resolved and I could not be happier with her representation. I would recommend her highly. If you want someone you can trust to work for you Jennifer Rossi should be your choice for an attorney.
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19 Jun, 2012 by Anonymous
My husband and I hired Attorney Jennifer Rossi to represent us in a dispute against a homebuilder for defective workmanship. Her representation saved us an enormous amount of hassle and undoubtedly a great deal of money as well. Her services came highly recommended from a friend in the legal profession, and her support on our behalf lived up to every aspect of the recommendation. Jennifer is a consummate professional; she is sharp, confident, detailed and result-driven. From the initial introduction, we had total confidence that we were in the best hands possible. Top shelf representation is hard to come by particularly, when a sensitive blend of personal experience, observations and trusted skill sets are involved. As painful of a process this could have been, Jennifer put our mind at ease and removed the majority of our stress right from the onset. Thanks to her help, and her thorough, aggressive defense of our interests, our matter was settled successfully. We highly recommend Attorney Jennifer Rossi without reservation!
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08 Feb, 2012 by Anonymous
Attorney Jennifer Rossi recently represented me in an issue that had me at odds with the State of Ct Health Dept. The State either wanted me to fix a “problem” with a job I performed many years ago or hand them my license to do business in Ct. Atty. Rossi was completely successful in defending me and the case was dropped. I was impressed by her attention to detail, and her dogged pursuit of this matter. She showed an expertise where a few other attorneys I contacted feared to go or were going to research the statutes, or put their younger staff members on it all on my dime. Above all she was reasonable with her fees which I gladly paid as win or lose I feel I was treated more than fair by her and by her efforts alone I felt reassured a few days into our working together on this situation. Sincerely, Anonymous.
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Peter George Karayiannis, experienced Criminal Defense, Personal Injury attorney in Bridgeport, CT with 124 reviews
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23 Oct, 2024 by Mendosa vibert
Peter was extremely professional, and knowledgeable, and always went the extra mile to support me in my case. I highly recommend him to anyone seeking legal assistance.
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23 Oct, 2024 by Alexa pena
Thank you to everyone at firm, especially Peter and Ivelisse for all their help on my case. They kept me updated on my case and making sure I was apart of every step. I truly can’t thank Peter enough for continuing to believe and work on my case through the almost 3 year long process. You guys are the best and would totally recommend this firm to others!
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14 Oct, 2024 by Imani baker
Everyone here is nice and great people! Very helpful and did what they needed it to do with my case. Highly recommended 10/10
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Jonathan N Perkins, experienced Car Accident, Personal Injury attorney in Hartford, CT with 277 reviews
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17 Jan, 2025 by Danaliz vega
This injury law firm is amazing with a professional team who are ready in your corner fighting for what you deserve. Angelina was amazing throughout my case. Along side with the lawyer. I recommend this firm to anyone. 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽😊😊
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20 Nov, 2024 by Jim emerson
Mindless incompetence. At least in probate. Couldn't get forms filed despite multiple attempts and senseless excuses. Would go for months without hearing a thing from them and when I would call all I would hear was more senseless excuses and lies. As far as meeting Mr. Perkins I wouldn't know. I never spoke to him once. I used to try to sneak past the paralegals to get to the attorney but they always caught me. Probably have lots of practice. When I finally did get to ask her how this was so screwed up her reply was "it is what it is". It's for sure that in this law firm if something goes completely off the rails there's no one to get it back on. Hard to say how much time was lost trying to settle my case, probably a year at least. They don't even deserve the 1 star. STAY AWAY FROM THESE PEOPLE.
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James M Rubino, experienced Business, Elder Law attorney in Stamford, CT with 4 reviews
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28 Aug, 2020 by Olga
I want to thank Mr Rubio for contacting me so quickly. He explained everything in a way that I understood and advised me on my situation if I ever need a lawyer again I know who to call. Thank you for your help.
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03 Dec, 2015 by Martina
Jim was excellent. Our journey to purchase an house was long and arduous. Jim gave us every assistance and advice along the way. He response time was great and the personal attention he gives his clients goes above and beyond. He also has very efficient support staff. On closing, it is first time anyone has explained all the figures in such a clear, concise and comprehensive manner. He made the entire experience less stressful.
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03 Dec, 2014 by Jamie
Mr. Rubino has been my personal lawyer for six years. Even though we live in different states, he is able to handle our needs in a timely and efficient manner. We would highly recommend Mr. James Rubino to anyone in need of a good attorney.
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James Patrick Steck, experienced Business, Probate attorney in Torrington, CT with 4 reviews
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28 Aug, 2019 by Ellie
My family only hire him to do our real estate law services. He is very attentive with everything and also great communication not like other atterney’s office. His team is amazing. We’ve been using his services 4 times. Every time worked out perfectly without stress. You won’t be disappointed!!!
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29 Nov, 2017 by Mike
Highly recommend Attorney Steck. He was always professional, trustworthy and knowledgeable. Would absolutely use him again in the future.
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27 Sep, 2016 by Mark
My wife and I recently retired and new that we needed to update our wills, power of attorney, including all documents relating to health care. Jim was efficient, professional and timely. We are presently consulting with him on a right of way issue. We highly recommend him.
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Ann F Farrell, experienced Business, Estate Planning attorney in Wallingford, CT with 4 reviews
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10 Feb, 2015 by Anonymous
Ann is the best Social Security Disability lawyer. Her demeanor while handling is clients is very kind-hearted and understanding which is the type of lawyer you want handling such a delicate matter. Ann is very versed and educated and when putting a Social Security Disability case forth at a hearing, her knowledge of Social Security really comes forth. I highly recommend her!
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18 Mar, 2011 by Christopher
Ann Farrell Leslie, of Farrell Leslie and Grochowski is one of the finest general counsel attorneys available in CT. As a business owner involved in real estate finance, I generally try to use Farrell Leslie and Grochowski for all real estate related matters regardless of the level of complexity. I also frequently request their assistance regarding standard matters associated with my business expansion, compliance, operation, legal concerns, and state laws. Over the years I have referred numerous clients to them as well, with wide ranging concerns including but not limited to estate planning, family law, and bankruptcy law. They have never failed to satisfy, and more importantly, Ann Leslie and the staff at firm are always quick to return calls, and lend a helping hand when they know they have the expertise in house. On the rare occasion when Ann and her colleagues do not have the tools or knowledge to help a specific case they frequently know someone who can, and are quick to set up a referral meeting to a reliable and reputable firm. Ann and the folks at Farrell Leslie and Grochowski have been our family attorney/law firm and business law firm for 25 years now, and we will never consider using anyone else as long as they continue to service the needs of Connecticut business owners and people in the state.
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06 Feb, 2011 by Donna
Ann Leslie has been my attorney for several years. During that time I ahve been very pleased with her attention to detail and knowledge. Last year I was named executor of an estate and Ann's skill and human touch made a difficult situation go smoothly. I was completely comfortable with the intricate steps and all went exactly as she said it would. I highly recommend her.
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Carla Minniefield, experienced Personal Injury attorney in Milford, CT with 4 reviews
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17 Oct, 2016 by John
If your in need of an excellent lawyer to represent you, then Carla is the right person to help you, not only was she successful in helping me with my disability coverage , she worked tirelessly in keeping me and my wife informed each step of the way,. her personality and professionalism is a credit to the Carter Mario team. its hard to find an Attorney who is completely knowledgeable in all aspects of the law, but also a pure pleasure to speak with, an ask all the questions one has in a legal case to deal with. thank you Carla for all of your dedication to your clients
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11 Oct, 2016 by Lashell
I contacted Carla's office regarding a hit and run case. I was able to retain the licence plate number, however, it was a rental which produced considerable road blocks. Carla made sure that I was treated justly and fair, even after I was ready to give up! The car rental company did not want to pay, however, Carla would have none of that! Thank you Carla! My son's and I could not be more appreciative!
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23 Sep, 2016 by Jane
My husband and I are very grateful for the masterful way Carla Minniefield handled his case. She made the process effortless while we concentrated on his recovery. We thank Carla for her diligence, professionalism and compassion during a very difficult time. We also applaud Christina Feeney for her great communication and conscientious efforts.
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Sebastian J Scalora, experienced Personal Injury attorney in Middletown, CT with 4 reviews
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21 Nov, 2013 by Daniel
Attorney Scalora handled an auto accident that I had in 2011, he was responsive in dealing with the insurance company and in keeping me informed every step of the way. The settlement was much higher than I expected which was an extremely pleasant surprise.
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08 Oct, 2013 by Mary mcmillan
I was involved in an auto accident a few years ago where I severely injured my back. I didn’t have health insurance at the time and the person who hit me didn’t admit to the police that she was at fault. Her insurance company didn’t accept responsibility and I was left out to hang with all these doctor and hospital bills. I was constantly getting calls and being harassed by the collection agencies. My daughter strongly recommended that I go see Attorney Scalora, which ended up being the best thing I could have ever done! Within days of taking my case, he was able to negotiate all the medical bill with the collection, who then stopped calling me. Attorney Scalora ultimately was able to get the person who hit to admit fault and have her insurance not only pay my outstanding medical bills but also give me a substantial amount of money for pain in my back. Attorney Scalora and his staff go above and beyond legal representation and they care for and treat you as if you are one of their own. I would strongly recommend Attorney Scalora for anyone who has been injured.
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30 May, 2013 by Matthew
Attorney Scalora is an excellent attorney and I would strongly recommend him. I have worked on files with him for the past five years and he has served as a fine example of how a professional lawyer should conduct himself. He is very client friendly and responsive as well as extremely knowledgeable in legal matters and skilled in the courtroom. He has achieved great results for personal injury clients. He is also an excellent business lawyer, both in a litigation and transactional context. He also has a background in accounting. He is also well connected with various experts, private investigators, and other occupations which are helpful in working on a client's case. If I personally needed an attorney, I would hire Attorney Scalora.
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Stephen M Bacon, experienced Business, Probate attorney in Storrs, CT with 4 reviews
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20 Jan, 2017 by Lauren
Stephen Bacon came highly recommended to assist me in purchasing my first home. Mr. Bacon was thorough, professional and explained everything every step of the way. I was confident I was in goof hands with Mr. Bacon.
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14 Mar, 2016 by Barbara
Over the past 20+ years my partner and I have used Stephen Bacon for wills, living wills, power of attorney documents, and half a dozen real estate transactions. He has been unfailingly articulate, realistic, smart in his advice, and prompt in executing whatever we needed done. The office staff is also very responsive, and his assistant for real estate, Cindy Foley, is an ace at what she does. There's a reason we keep going back.
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04 Mar, 2016 by Lisa delorme
I was very pleased with Atty. S. Bacon. While looking at different homes he did research and was very informative. If it wasn't for his knowledge and expertise. I would have been in a situation that would of cost me money and heartache. He was very prompt in returning my calls and emails. He even took time to call me after hours and weekends. He made sure I understood everything and all my paperwork was in order and very quick. I will definitely use him for any further legal needs that might come up in the future. Lisa D.
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David J Bozzuto, experienced Family Law, Litigation attorney in Waterbury, CT with 4 reviews
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19 Nov, 2015 by Robin
I have been a client of Attorney David Bozzuto for more than twelve years. His professional manner, attention to detail and demeanor he exhibits towards his clients goes beyond excellence. I would not hesitate to recommend Attorney Bozzuto to a new client seeking legal counseling and services.
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09 Nov, 2015 by Sarah
Attorney Bozzuto went above and beyond for me when handling my complicated custody case. He was very upfront and honest with me right from the start and was compassionate and understanding of my situation right to the end. I highly recommend him!
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09 Nov, 2015 by Lisa
Attorney Bozzuto is an outstanding attorney! I have hired him 2 times and have positively endorsed him to many other prospective clients. Attorney Bozzuto is exceptionally knowledgeable in legal matters, has a calm, patient and reassuring demeanor and without question, I would not hesitate to hire him again for legal matters.
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Peter James Casey, experienced Personal Injury attorney in West Hartford, CT with 4 reviews
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26 Apr, 2024 by Raef whalen
My name is raef and this guy is really good at winning cases. Someone stole my sisters cape which she can't function without, so he sued Oliver Casey for 1,000 dollars for stealing her cape. When she got her cape back, me and her started jumping for joy. I can't believe she found her cape.
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26 Apr, 2024 by Raef whalen
Rafe Here. Ben C is my dad, he owns me. He made me hire this lawyer and I said, "yes sir my king." My king was right all along, this guys pretty good. He's not better then Ben though, he owns me.
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23 Apr, 2024 by Oliver casey
This guy helped me a ton by helping me win my case of the munchies! He brought me food when my tummy was aching and was a really helpful guy.
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Michael C Jainchill, experienced Car Accident, Medical Malpractice attorney in Hartford, CT with 4 reviews
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17 Oct, 2019 by Joseph
After being bit in the mouth by a dog, I was referred to Michael Jainchill at RisCassi & Davis and I couldn’t be happier with my experience. If you are looking for a lawyer who is quick to respond to emails, keeps you posted on updates regarding to your case, and doesn’t beat around the bush, Michael is the Attourney for you! Michael is very personable and extremely easy to get along with. He truly treated me as if I had known him for years and I can’t emphasize enough how great he was to me. I would recommend him to anyone who has suffered a personal injury and wants to receive as much as possible for their pain, suffering, and injury. I will be sure to contact Michael Jainchill at RisCassi & Davis again if something were to ever happen to me or my family. If you look at his accomplishments, he is one of the most well respected lawyers in the area and has succeeded in many large settlements for many different personal injuries. Check him out and I am confident you will have a great experience also! I’ve dealt with several lawyers in the past and Michael is by far the best so far!
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30 Aug, 2013 by Matt & linda
Having worked with Michael Jainchill on more than one occasion, we would recommend him without hesitation. Michael will call to see how you are doing, his concern for his client's well-being is genuine. He takes time to listen and does not rush you to make a decision. You have to be satisfied with the outcome of your case. There are no "office hours" with Michael, he always responds to emails & phone messages in a very timely manner, even after hours and weekends. Matt & Linda
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29 Aug, 2013 by Cathleen
Michael Jainchill is the best personal injury lawyer in the State of Connecticut. He is kind, professional, courteous and will fight for your deserved settlement. He will not overstate your case's importance, however you will know by his results that your case was always his priority. While working toward a settlement last year on my personal injury case, he negotiated with my medical provider to settle my outstanding medical bill for far less than their invoice, thereby ensuring a larger settlement for my future medical needs. I have worked for attorneys and law firms for over 30 years; I have extensive knowledge of personal injury cases and attorneys in this field. I would wholeheartedly recommend Michael Jainchill to anyone who is in need of a highly-qualified personal injury or medical malpractice attorney.
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Kathleen M Dunn, experienced Personal Injury, Probate attorney in Stratford, CT with 4 reviews
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31 Mar, 2016 by Anonymous
Attorney Dunn handled my very complex real estate closing, and was knowledgeable about all aspects of the transaction.. from the contract negotiations to the actual closing of my loan, I felt comfortable with the entire transaction. Attorney Dunn and her staff were responsive, and available via email and phone. I found her to be more than competent.
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21 Jul, 2015 by Anonymous
Kathleen did my closing and has prepared other legal documents for me. She was very knowledgeable and informative. She took the time to make sure I understood every thing.
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11 Jun, 2015 by Anonymous
Kathleen did the closing for the refinance on my home and drafted my will. She spent a great deal of time with me to make sure I understood all of the documents. She was very professional and knowledgeable. I would recommend her highly.
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Peter Sohn, experienced Criminal Defense attorney in Ellington, CT with 4 reviews
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19 Jul, 2013 by Carlos
I contacted Mr Sohn with regards some unfair driving violations and due to a friend recommendation i contact Mr Sohn and didn't know what to expect. What i can say is that my problem was fixed in a very timely manner, with respect, courtesy and great expectation set on what could and could not be done. The results on my case were phenomenal due to the knowledge Mr Sohn has of the law. I would not hesitate once about recommending Mr Sohn to anyone regardless of their case. I will certainly be using Mr Sohn going forward, looking no further to any other lawyer.
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09 Oct, 2012 by Anonymous
Mr. Sohn has treated me like family for every instance I've needed legal advice. He's extremely knowledgeable in various areas of the law and has led me to make wise decisions.
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28 Sep, 2012 by Allison
I was driving in NYC and I made an illegal left turn without realizing. I was pulled over immediately and given a traffic violation ticket. Mr. Sohn went to court for me and got the fine reduced.
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Eric A Polinsky, experienced Personal Injury, Workers Compensation attorney in Hartford, CT with 4 reviews
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05 Feb, 2019 by Natalie
Attorney Eric Polinsky and his team represented me in a personal injury/workman’s compensation case. Attorney Polinsky was my "Knight in shining armor," not only is he smart, proactive and assertive, he's also extremely empathetic. He got me a settlement in my favor. He helped me navigate through a difficult and intimidating situation. He was responsive with any questions, phone calls and emails. I would highly recommend his team to anyone that wants amazing representation. I COULDN’T THANK THEM ENOUGH FOR THEIR HARD WORK!
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09 Aug, 2015 by Mary ann
Eric and his team did an exceptional job in helping me navigate my claim and bring it to completion. Their knowledge, patience and caring clearly put them high above other attorneys. I would highly recommend Eric and his team for anyone seeking a excellent, caring attorney.
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31 Aug, 2010 by Anonymous
Satisfied with the customer service I received and the settlement outcome.
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Corinne G Silvert, experienced Workers Compensation attorney in Danbury, CT with 4 reviews
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03 Jan, 2019 by Anonymous
I am very happy with Corinne Silvert on my side ,she is very professional ,she fights hard for my rights,she responds to my calls and emails quickly and always looking for the best for me ,I would recommend her to all my friends and family if they need it .
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07 Aug, 2017 by Richard
Corinne has represented me since 2013. I could not be happier with her. She not only fights hard for ones rights and is so accessible and wonderful. Responds to all emails and calls and acts quickly. Corinne is very compassionate and caring about the situation and health of her clients. I have had a very long and drawn out workers compensation case. I have never once felt alone. Corinne is an attorney who will take care of your case efficiently and effectively. She has just accomplished so very much for me. My doctors all agree that I couldn’t have a better attorney fighting in my ring. I feel well represented and if you ever need a worker's compensation lawyer, she is the one!
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17 Jul, 2017 by Michael
Attorney Corinne Silvert has been very professional with handling of my workers compensation case from the beginning of my injury to present. She's always available and returns calls quickly and explains what's happening step by step, keeping me well informed. She contacts my doctors for all the notes and reviews them with me. Makes sure that everything is in order with my appointments and the insurance. I highly recommend Attorney Corinne Silvert
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Raymond J Antonacci, experienced Business, Foreclosure attorney in Waterbury, CT with 4 reviews
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16 Oct, 2014 by Lisa
My husband and I recently had some hardships and had to file for bankruptcy and foreclose on our home. Attorney Antonacci and his colleagues were there for us every step of the way. I tend to ask a lot of questions and second guess things, but everyone from the office was very informative, and they always answered any questions we had. They even took care of a real estate matter for us after our hearing. I have referred a friend to them, and she is very happy also. I would, and do, recommend Attorney Antonacci to anyone who needs a Bankruptcy or Real Estate lawyer.
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15 Oct, 2014 by Stephen
Recently, I started receiving statements from a creditor that was listed in my 2006 bankruptcy . I brought my statements into Attorney Deutsch for a free review. My case against this creditor is now settled and I have $1,000 in my pocket!
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29 Mar, 2012 by Christopher
Antonacci & Russo and staff have been thorough, excellent, accommodating and professional. I purchased my home in 2005 from out of state with a referral from my realtor to their legal office. The staff was helpful and courteous.
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Alyson Rebecca Marcucio, experienced Elder Law, Estate Planning attorney in Danbury, CT with 4 reviews
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08 Sep, 2016 by Vpl
Alyson has helped me, and our family, with several (diverse) estate, will, and elder-care matters and she's been wonderful in every respect. Alyson is knowledgeable, responsive, thorough, caring, principled, and wholly dedicated to her client's best outcomes. You could not possibly find a better advocate for your needs, or the needs of a loved-one.
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11 Aug, 2016 by Alfred
Due to the untimely death of one relative, I was thrust into a dual position of Estate Administrator and Conservator of an elderly second relative. Since this situation was all new to me I had to rely extensively on legal guidance. Attorney Alyson Marcuccio was exemplary in this regard. The situation with my relatives was somewhat complicated due to property title issues, asset identification, and interaction with the State over prior services provided by them to my deceased relative. Atty Marcuccio's knowledge of these issues was extensive and made what appeared to be a daunting task more than manageable. Furthermore, she was always available to be contacted either by phone or email and promptly and courteously returned messages. All required paperwork was promptly prepared and filed. Therefore, I wholeheartedly recommend the legal services of Attorney Alyson Marcuccio for any issue regarding Estate Planning or Probate.
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08 Aug, 2016 by Monica
Alyson is the best thing that could have happen to us in dealing with my minor son's estate. She has gone above and beyond my expectations. She has stood up for not just for my son's rights but also for mine as the natural guardian (mother). She has dealt with all aspects of this mess with the highest respect and regard. She is not in this for the money for she truly cares for the standings of a minor child. She has been on our case for almost three years and will continue to be to the end. My 13 year old son has been involved with what has been going on and one day after I got off the phone with Alyson my son said to me that he could not believe that someone like Alyson would really care about him. That really is something coming from the mouth of a babe as the saying goes. My son and I have been truly blessed with having Alyson as our lawyer.
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      For routine legal services like drafting a will or handling an uncontested divorce, lawyers might offer a flat fee.
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