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Koria Brooke Stanton, experienced Criminal Defense attorney in Washington DC, DC with 5 reviews
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20 Oct, 2016 by Joseph
I got into some commercial driving trouble in DC. This threatened my job and I was in need of good help. I contacted Price Benowitz and Koria Stanton was assigned to my case. She was extremely diligent and thorough. After I spoke to her the first time I knew I was in good hands. She handled everything for me start to finish. The points that would have been put on my cdl were dismissed and the cop who charged me was present in court. I am very greatful for her representation. I will be retaining her if I find myself in trouble in the future.
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05 Oct, 2016 by Tim
Ms. Stanton came fully prepared and was very professional explaining everything through the entire process. Best of all the case was dismissed.
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28 Apr, 2016 by Darrell cress
Excellent lawyer,very thorough and knowledgeable about the law.I would highly recommend koria to represent you in court. Without her help I would have points and a violation on my driving record that the officer shouldn't have written in the first place. Thanks Koria,job well done
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Alfred Anthony Clarke, experienced Car Accident, Medical Malpractice attorney in Washington, DC with 5 reviews
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27 Aug, 2020 by Eric
I am so thankful to have Al Clarke and his firm take my case in these extremely difficult times. On top of Al’s demonstrated compassion, dedication, and grit, ultimately his creativity resulted in an effective avenue to resolve my claim. While Al and his team are completely professional, they somehow also made me feel like I was part of their family, and this case was personal to them, as they relentlessly pursued the offending party until my matter was resolved. I truly don’t know where I would be right now without Al Clarke and his firm.
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01 May, 2017 by Anonymous
He started off with a big smile and hello to me and my granddaughter. he came to my home. He gave me a second chance when it came to my broken heart. I was so broken and he listen to my every word. even when I was fussing and yelling at him. Alfred Clark became my dear friend I will never forget him. Everytime I was having a bad day. Al listen and listen some more. I knew the day I told him I wasnt happy about things and all he did was listen and before he always gave me a answer he always concerned my feeling. he got to know me and Noraye as a person and not a just a client. I will if anyone even have as problem as I have had. I will refer them to call Alfred Clark and his firm. I was very satified with the out come of my case. I will never ever forget. When things was hard he reached out for assist to make sure I was happy and always return my phone call. The Patrick Malone Firm in Washington DC should be # one for any person seeking Attorney assistance. They was there for me 100% They travel to my home and always gave me there full attention I was a very hard person to deal with because I lost my only child but the took my case and gave me one again 100% of there time. I thank them all from the buttom of my heart. Thank you Alfred and Patrick Assist.
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15 Mar, 2016 by Diana
I feel truly blessed to have worked with an esteemed lawyer like Al Clark. He handled my legal case with a sensitive and professional attitude. He is appropriately aggressive and knowledgeable. I placed my trust in him and would again without hesitation. Al admitted to not having much experience with cases involving the government/military, but he did the research needed for a more than successful outcome. I would highly recommend hiring him as an attorney..
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David L Scher, experienced Discrimination, Sexual Harassment attorney in Washington, DC with 5 reviews
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24 Jun, 2019 by Anonymous
Dave Scher is the best! Don't hesitate to give him a call regarding your employment and whistleblower problems. He takes on tough cases that other attorneys won't touch.
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01 Mar, 2011 by Anonymous
My firm was experiencing a major expense reduction and my position was to be eliminated. There was a meaningful discrepancy between what I believed the firm's obligations were to me and the firm believed their obligations to be relative to severance. I initially engaged with Scott Oswald as he reviewed the merits of my position. Subsequently, David Scher assumed responsibility for advising me and interfacing with the firm. The dynamics of the conversation changed immediately upon Dave's involvement and we had full resolution on primary terms within three weeks. Both attorneys were professional, knowledgable, responsive and very effective in a negotiation environment.
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31 Mar, 2010 by Anonymous
I highly recommend David Scher and The Employment Law Group (TELG) for labor and employment matters. From the outset, he served my interests in a very timely, professional and knowledgeable manner. David is always prepared for opposing counsel's next move. Working with Scott Oswald, the two are a formidable team that protects their clients interests, along with strong involvement and support of the firm. David's skilled handling of my case and cool head led to an out of court settlement early in the litigation, enabling me to save tens of thousands of dollars in upfront costs and possibly two years of litigation and appeals. He along with the team at TELG are to be commended for their commitment to professionalism and protection of the rights of the everyman and the everywoman, who find themselves facing discrimination and retaliation, or other unlawful acts, by employers who believe they can violate the law with impunity. David and TELG prove them wrong!
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Henry Allen Thompson II, experienced Family Law, Litigation attorney in Washington, DC with 5 reviews
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09 May, 2018 by Alexander
Mr. Thompson is a very professional and knowledgeable attorney. He is very respectful and willing to listen and offer honest advice and had a detailed answer for every question I had. This was my first time dealing with an attorney and my first time going to trial, Henry made this process an easier one than I expected and explained everything in detail with his vast knowledge and experience.
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19 Oct, 2017 by Julia
I am so honored to have been referred to Mr. Thompson who agreed to handle my Litigation Needs. He has been understanding Explaining all in detail with Patience. He Promply returns calls and emails. I will also be referring him as the Attorney that handles Landlord Tenant Concerns. I would Recommend him to everyone!!
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08 Aug, 2017 by Anonymous
Henry was very professional throughout my landlord/tenant legal issues. He was always prompt to answer any questions I had at any given time. Further, he is very knowledgeable regarding the landlord/tenant law in the District of Columbia where my case was held. I would strongly recommend him to anyone with a legal representation needs.
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Andrea M Ewart, experienced Business, Government attorney in Washington, DC with 5 reviews
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21 Sep, 2018 by Jermaine
Andrea has drafted multiple contracts for us and provides us with ongoing support with her expansive knowledge of trade legislation.
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26 Jun, 2016 by Elena van voorhees
Andrea M. Ewart, Esq. deserves the highest rating on a scale. We were in very desperate situation when our container with household belongings had been detained by US customs and our previous verbal communications with no less than three (customs, freight forwarders & inspection facility) separate groups worsened the situation. It was a real change when Andrea took our case. Andrea is extremely wise and brilliant. She managed nothing short of a miracle with our container. Our estimation of charges without her are conservative at four times the bill we ended with. It’s a frightful experience with little sleep when everything you own is in limbo (almost 40 days) and getting no answers. Andrea brought answers fast and with the answers came comfort and ultimately results! Retaining her services cost us a fraction of what our bill is and saved us from an outrageous bill well over what all in the container was monetary worth. Andrea has Integrity & Experience and gave us Results, we give without reservation our highest recommendation. Thanks again Andrea all the best to you! John & Elena
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22 Jun, 2015 by Sabina
Ms Ewart is very precise and articulate in her work. She assisted me on a project that involved importing products that are coming into the USA for the first time. She provided me with all the information I needed to proceed. I am currently working with her also on another international project which has been running smooth because of her competency and thoroughness. I recommend her anytime.
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Varney Blamah Taylor, experienced Business, Immigration attorney in Washington, DC with 5 reviews
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16 Apr, 2017 by Joseph
As Permanent Residents for over five years, my sister and I finally decided that it was time to for us apply for U.S. Citizenship by submitting Naturalization applications (N-400) to United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). Upon the advice of our parents, we decided to first consult with Mr. Taylor at Taylor Law Firm, PLLC before submitting the applications. We were pleasantly surprised when during the consultation Mr. Taylor revealed to us that we were already U.S. Citizens and did not need to submit naturalization applications to USCIS. We now have our U.S. Passports. Mr. Taylor saved us time and money, and provided us quality services. We strongly recommend Mr. Taylor at Taylor Law Firm, PLLC to anyone looking for an excellent Immigration Attorney
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20 Mar, 2017 by Sangai, c.
We filed an I130 for my mother and we received a request for additional evident from USCIS. So, we decided to contact Mr. Taylor by hiring him as our layer. He agreed to take our case and through his legal help, our I130 was approved. since then, he's being working with us and right now the case has been approved by the NVC and its now at the U.S. Embassy in Monrovia, Liberia waiting for an interview.
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20 Mar, 2017 by Ahmed
I would definitely recommend Mr. Taylor to anyone who has Immigration problem or need Legal consultation. I needed help with a letter I received from Immigration concerning a foreign language document. Mr. Taylor was able to walk me through the process. I was able to get my documents translated from French to English with a Certified Translator. All through the help of Mr. Taylor. Thanks Ahmed
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Claudia Denise Hartleben, experienced Business, Lawsuit / Dispute attorney in Washington, DC with 135 reviews
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27 Nov, 2024 by Musawer noori
Mr.Jim responded my email regarding a response from NVC. I am not his client but still he answers my questions.
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16 Oct, 2024 by Raiyan ferdous
Five stars are simply not enough for Jim, my attorney Casey, and my paralegal Yuliana at Hacking Immigration Law. After having a less-than-ideal experience with a previous immigration lawyer, I received an RFE (Request for Evidence) from USCIS, which left me feeling uncertain and stressed about my case. That's when I decided to switch to Hacking Immigration Law, and it was the best decision I could have made. The team immediately jumped into action. Their professionalism, dedication, and attention to detail were incredible. In less than 72 hours after submitting my RFE response, both my I-130 and I-485 were approved, and I am now a lawful permanent resident of the United States. I can't recommend them highly enough. If you want a team that truly cares about your case and delivers results, look no further than Hacking Immigration Law. Thank you again, Jim, Casey, and Yuliana, for helping me achieve this dream!
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27 Aug, 2024 by Ximena melo alarcon
Amazing service. If you have a well documented process and you follow all the steps timely, you can’t fail. I was nervous about a lawsuit but it worked wonderful! Say hello to the new PERMANENT resident of US. Incredible! Do not be afraid, HIL really FIGHT for immigrants all the time!
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Paul C Jorgensen, experienced Business, Intellectual Property attorney in Washington, DC with 135 reviews
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27 Nov, 2024 by Musawer noori
Mr.Jim responded my email regarding a response from NVC. I am not his client but still he answers my questions.
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16 Oct, 2024 by Raiyan ferdous
Five stars are simply not enough for Jim, my attorney Casey, and my paralegal Yuliana at Hacking Immigration Law. After having a less-than-ideal experience with a previous immigration lawyer, I received an RFE (Request for Evidence) from USCIS, which left me feeling uncertain and stressed about my case. That's when I decided to switch to Hacking Immigration Law, and it was the best decision I could have made. The team immediately jumped into action. Their professionalism, dedication, and attention to detail were incredible. In less than 72 hours after submitting my RFE response, both my I-130 and I-485 were approved, and I am now a lawful permanent resident of the United States. I can't recommend them highly enough. If you want a team that truly cares about your case and delivers results, look no further than Hacking Immigration Law. Thank you again, Jim, Casey, and Yuliana, for helping me achieve this dream!
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27 Aug, 2024 by Ximena melo alarcon
Amazing service. If you have a well documented process and you follow all the steps timely, you can’t fail. I was nervous about a lawsuit but it worked wonderful! Say hello to the new PERMANENT resident of US. Incredible! Do not be afraid, HIL really FIGHT for immigrants all the time!
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David E Hawkins, experienced Litigation, Real Estate attorney in Washington, DC with 135 reviews
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27 Nov, 2024 by Musawer noori
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16 Oct, 2024 by Raiyan ferdous
Five stars are simply not enough for Jim, my attorney Casey, and my paralegal Yuliana at Hacking Immigration Law. After having a less-than-ideal experience with a previous immigration lawyer, I received an RFE (Request for Evidence) from USCIS, which left me feeling uncertain and stressed about my case. That's when I decided to switch to Hacking Immigration Law, and it was the best decision I could have made. The team immediately jumped into action. Their professionalism, dedication, and attention to detail were incredible. In less than 72 hours after submitting my RFE response, both my I-130 and I-485 were approved, and I am now a lawful permanent resident of the United States. I can't recommend them highly enough. If you want a team that truly cares about your case and delivers results, look no further than Hacking Immigration Law. Thank you again, Jim, Casey, and Yuliana, for helping me achieve this dream!
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27 Aug, 2024 by Ximena melo alarcon
Amazing service. If you have a well documented process and you follow all the steps timely, you can’t fail. I was nervous about a lawsuit but it worked wonderful! Say hello to the new PERMANENT resident of US. Incredible! Do not be afraid, HIL really FIGHT for immigrants all the time!
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Dawn Marie Bernd-Schulz, experienced Business, Financial Markets And Services attorney in Washington, DC with 4 reviews
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23 Feb, 2013 by Anonymous
Ms. Bernd-Schulz is an excellent attorney with years of industry experience and knowledge. She is adept at explaining the nuances of my legal situation and guided me through the options available. She is patient and always accessible. She is diligent and is always seeking to strengthen my business model. No issue is to big, small or complicated for Ms. Bernd-Schulz. She is a tireless advocate for my business and its needs.
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23 Jan, 2013 by Nerva
Dawn provides excellent legal services to her clients. She is very thorough and knowledgable. She has prepared my contracts for my business, and each one was prepared with specific requests, and careful considerations. Her execution is accurate and to the point. I highly recommend Dawn Bernd-Schulz.
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17 Jan, 2013 by Norma
DBS law firm has provided excellent service with regards to contract negotiation and certain corporate matters. DBS took the time to explain in great detail, the specifics of my matters and I was able to grasp it with a clear understanding because she was able to explain complex legal issues concisely and in plain language. A top-level attorney!
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Paul Alan Roberts, experienced Business, Intellectual Property attorney in Washington, DC with 4 reviews
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29 Apr, 2015 by Hard l
Within an hour of discussion, Paul demonstrated the level of expertise we'd been seeking. He explained all aspects of the patent filing process. Only after he saw a demonstration of our product did he express a willingness to evaluate our algorithms and other aspects of our software and processes for protection. This included his pointing out the challenges that face filers in today's intellectual property environment...meeting the thresholds for success ain't easy! When we have cleaned up our act and are ready for filing for a patent, its Paul Roberts to whom we'll turn to represent us. Thanks
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09 Feb, 2015 by Justin
Paul was very knowledgeable and was able to quickly give me guidance on the right path for my company. His wide area of knowledge was important as my product requires and understanding of several industries and technologies. I would recommend Paul to anyone seeking professional guidance and an honest attorney.
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25 Sep, 2014 by Julian
Paul is a fantastic lawyer and a savvy business adviser. He takes the time to consider all the issues involved in creating a successful venture and gives excellent guidance in a very down-to-earth way so that complex issues are well understood. In my case, Paul helped me to patent a medical device and continues to provide useful information as I proceed through business negotiations. He is fair, honest, and extremely trustworthy. I highly recommend him.
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Robert A Klinck, experienced Intellectual Property, Litigation attorney in Washington, DC with 4 reviews
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24 Aug, 2015 by Anonymous
Mr. Klinck provided superior service in my case. He was professional, calm, logical and guided me through a partnership separation. I highly recommend Mr. Klink for business litigation.
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01 Oct, 2014 by Herb
Robert Klink is a first rate lawyer in every respect. He brings great judgment and sound advice to every case. I cannot recommend him highly enough. He guided our group through several patent litigation matters and he created excellent results even when the facts went against us.
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18 Jun, 2014 by Anonymous
Bobby represented us in cases involving very complex copyright, trademark, and antitrust issues for which we heavily relied on his depth of knowledge in the various areas as well as his clarity of advice. Aside from being very responsive throughout the representation, he truly took the time and effort to understand our business and industry. He is a true asset to any potential client.
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Sandra Kresch, experienced Bankruptcy, Consumer Protection attorney in Washington, DC with 4 reviews
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15 Sep, 2016 by Anonymous
Ms Kresch was professional, very knowledgeable and very responsive. I found Ms Kresch to be very personable, she gave me the confidence that she knew how to navigate a complex tax problem and she was available when i needed her attention. I would absolutely call on her again and would not hesitate to recommend her to others.
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15 Sep, 2016 by Anonymous
Ms Kresch was involved in my case every step of the way. She is very friendly and professional. She told me of all my options and advised me of the option that would reduce the amount I owed. She saved me a lot of money! Thank you Ms Kresch.
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19 Nov, 2012 by Anonymous
I would recommend Sandra to anyone filing a Chapter 7 bankruptcy. I worked with a few other lawyers before Sandra, and none of them were as honest and responsive as Sandra was.
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Michael Edward Kondoudis, experienced Intellectual Property, Litigation attorney in Washington, DC with 4 reviews
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18 Oct, 2023 by James
Michael Kondoudis and his team have been very helpful and responsive in the USPTO trademark application process. They make the process clear and easy to understand.
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18 Jul, 2023 by David
What's interesting is, I was using an IP attorney that was recommended later to find out that they were more about making money than providing a sound service. However, I was trying to find out some information regarding trademark abandonment. Through my search, I stumbled onto an article that explained abandonment thoroughly which after reading I then wanted to find out who wrote it. Once I found the source I then googled Michael to find out that he also wrote some other interesting articles in regards to Trademarking/Branding. After I read more of his articles showed me that he was very knowledgeable about IP law and that he didn't mind sharing information. I realized that he could be a great candidate for representing my business for trademarking. I had some other attorneys lined up to converse with about Trademarking, however once I called Michael and we spoke I knew that I had found the right attorney. On top of being patient and a good listener, he had very good communication skills. Michael and his team are hardworking and very responsive and must say that I'm happy that I found him to represent me. I also highly recommend him to others seeking an IP attorney.
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10 Feb, 2023 by Anonymous
Mr. Kondoudis was more interested in assembling an appropriate strategy for me than charging extra fees. If only more lawyers operated like this. Highly recommended.
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Aris X. Hart, experienced Business, Consumer Protection attorney in Washington, DC with 4 reviews
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15 Nov, 2022 by Fredrick
I owed 2 years of back taxes and was facing a mountain of issues. He was like a silver lining to me. I was in good hands like the Allstate commercials
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29 Oct, 2022 by Anonymous
I needed advice for my small business startup. Aris gave me invaluable tax and business advice. He was able to explain things in a ways that was easy to understand. I recommend his service to everyone who needs business tax services.
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27 Oct, 2022 by Maggie
He was terrific at processing and completing my tax return promptly and professionally. Would recommend him to anyone who has tax and business questions.
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Courtney Jenna Mickman, experienced  attorney in Washington, DC with 4 reviews
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21 Jul, 2017 by Jeremy
I decided to request a reasonable accommodation at my job as a result of a health issue that occurred earlier this year. However, based on interactions with my federal agency concerning a separate issue that I tried unsuccessfully to handle myself last year, I knew I needed to hire an attorney this time. Courtney was very knowledgeable about the reasonable accommodation process and provided excellent advice regarding how I should respond to my agency's requests for information. In addition she was quick to answer my emails and phone calls which helped alleviate a large part of the stress I had waiting for my agency to render a decision. Ultimately I was granted my reasonable accommodation request but I firmly believe that I would not have been successful if I hadn't retained Courtney as an attorney to assist me with navigating the process.
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19 Feb, 2017 by John
Attorney Courtney Mickman receives the highest recommendation. My EEOC case took three years to settle and throughout the process Ms. Mickman was very efficient, responsive to my inquiries, regularly kept me apprised of status on a regular basis, and was an overall pleasure to work with during a difficult EEOC employment case. I was particularly appreciative of her sensitivity to case cost containment as well as her recommendations and opinions on particular approaches to take. She exhibited a high level of knowledge of employment law and EEOC procedures throughout the three-year case.
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16 Feb, 2017 by John
Provided reliable trustworthy representation; prompt to keep me informed following dialogue with Agency (overseas) legal representation. Stood firm but tactful during settlement negotiations. Made sure I understood my options providing frank straightforward explanations during every stage. Very courteous and professional dialogue with the Federal Judge; always left me with a feeling my interest were safeguarded; effectively represented me from start to finish. Highly recommended, wanted on your team.
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James Matthew Eisenmann, experienced Discrimination, Wrongful Termination attorney in Washington, DC with 4 reviews
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09 Sep, 2022 by Anonymous
I hired Jim after a very detailed and thorough consultation, and after having consulted with other attorneys it was clear that Jim had the best level of understanding the nuances of my complex case. As a former political appointee at an old government agency, we are often conditioned that have no rights as we "work at the pleasure of the President". In my case, I was being coerced and forced into quitting my job in retaliation after I raised concerns (both formally and informally) of repeated racial discrimination against myself and other colleagues of my race. Jim asked very detailed questions, meticulously reviewed all information he asked me to provide, spoke with credible witnesses, and worked on my behalf to level ensure I was not left out to dry while also sparing this agency a very public lawsuit. Jim's confidence in my case combined with his professionalism, patience, diligence, compassion, and pragmatism helped me navigate one of the hardest periods of my career and life in general. He was also extremely responsive to all calls, emails, and texts and his team at his law office were very hospitable, kind, patient, understanding, and professional. I could not have asked for a better experience in such a trying time. I'm grateful for his skills and services.
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23 Aug, 2022 by Anonymous
I received the reference for Attorney Jim Eisenmann following notice that post retirement from federal service I was being investigated. Since I had almost no information or context regarding this investigation there was little information that I could provide during my consult with Jim. Jim skillfully steered me to what I did know or suspected and based on that information he was able to extrapolate possible scenarios. Having no previous experience in matters such as this, Jim took the time to explain the law, outlined in clear language the steps in the process. Identified unknown variables and implications for those. He responded to every email and question quickly and precisely. I feel extremely lucky to have Attorney Eisenmann on my side.
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05 Apr, 2022 by Anonymous
Jim was never formally my attorney, but he did provide me with legal consultation when I had some questions. He was very thoughtful and interested in providing the right guidance. He felt it wasn't necessary for him to be my attorney (I just had some questions), so it was clear he was trying to provide only the most helpful consultation and nothing more. I felt Jim was genuinely looking to help without the unnecessary time, tasks, fees, etc.. I felt I could trust Jim (and I spoke with another attorney whom I did not get that sense from). I would go back to Jim if I ever needed to.
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Jonathan Stuart Deem, experienced Business, Litigation attorney in Washington, DC with 4 reviews
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17 Apr, 2017 by Richard
Jonathan has helped us for many years with complex business transactions. He spends the necessary time on critical issues and has the experience to fly through others. He has saved us countless hours and dollars by keeping us one step ahead of our opponents legal team. We owe Jonathan for our business success and rapid growth.
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10 Apr, 2017 by Eddie
Jonathan is an excellent person to have on your team. His work ethic is unmatched and his knowledge of the issues is always complete. All of this is great and necessary in a good lawyer, but where Jonathan separates himself from many others is in his service to his clients. He makes me feel as if I am his only client. He is immediate in responding to every request I make and always beats the deadlines, with his No. 1 goal always being taking total care of his client. He takes care of almost all of our company's corporate work, is so easy to work with, always LISTENS to my comments and then works with me to figure out what is best for me. Top notch.
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07 Apr, 2017 by Trey
I have utilized Mr. Deem on 7-10 corporate engagements over the last 18 months. Each engagement was complex with multiple counter-parties and jurisdictions and included acquisitions, divestitures, public and private refinancings, contract negotiations, and regulatory processes requiring Mr. Deem to utilize both his personal expertise as well as liaise with subject matter experts within his firm and outside firms. The four traits Mr. Deem consistently exhibits which keep our firm coming back to him - accuracy, flexibility, responsiveness. and directness. Accuracy -- speaks for itself Flexibility -- lays out a range of options with explanations for the pros and cons of each option from our vantage. Responsiveness -- typically develops a work product in a matter of days where other firms we work with take weeks to formulate a response. Directness -- most firms will not give a straight answer, everything has caveats. Mr. Deem answers in more definitive terms such as "your position affords you x rights, the other side will take y position, and any disagreement will be argued z way with the judge ruling based on ...." We have a great deal of faith in Mr. Deem's counsel and will continue to use his services.
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Brendan J. Klaproth, experienced Civil Rights, Consumer Protection attorney in Washington, DC with 4 reviews
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15 Sep, 2015 by Sharon
Attorney Brendan Klaproth ...As good as it gets! Amazing Attorney. Courageous. Credible. Competitive. Conqueror. Compassionate. 1. He took my case after other attorney's told me they wouldn't know how to get it done. 2. He was always straight with me and other attorneys gave him great references. 3. 1st he thinks. He strategizes. He fights. He wins!!! He won my case! 4. He has positive energy and a sense of command that put me at ease. *5. My favorite - He listened, heard/felt my pain, advised me, kept me informed, and reminded me that trusting was okay; there are some people who'd keep my best interests at heart. Fact: No amount of money can erase pain; but, the walk through your tough days can be eased when you have the right support in your corner. I am grateful Attorney Brendan Klaproth handled my case. My lawyer is The Best. When you need a lawyer, call Klaproth Law PLLC, Washington DC
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26 Mar, 2014 by Chris
Brendan's work on my smallish (5 - 10k) claim against my condominium association was professional and competent. His rate of $300/hour was fair and he was conservative in his billing time. It was helped by the fact I was quite directive in what I wanted him to do and he did that competently. I recommend Brendan to anyone who is looking for a professional attorney who is responsive, professional yet dedicated to the needs of individual customer. I heartily recommend his work.
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20 Dec, 2012 by Miss v
I could not be more satisfied with the firm of Klaproth and Basyuk in my recent business agreements. The entertainment attorney I had was not so great so I researched Washington, DC area business attorneys’ extensively before meeting Brenden Klaproth. I knew he would be my final choice on the day I met him. I never once regretted that decision. Brenden listened, advised, advocated and kept me well informed throughout the each business and entertainment agreement. He directed me when decisions were clear, and helped me decide and participate when strategies were a matter of choice. His compassion, confidence and experience put me at ease throughout a very difficult process. I highly recommend Brenden as an excellent and thorough Business Attorney and hope to continue my relationship with him for some time to come.
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Shirley May Steinbach, experienced Business, Family Law attorney in Washington, DC with 4 reviews
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30 May, 2016 by Trent
Shirley is an effective lawyer whom I highly recommend. She helped me obtain a favorable settlement against land developers who were trespassing on and attempting to misappropriate my land. Throughout the case, she was thoughtful, strategic and kept me informed every step of the way. Her strategy led to a favorable settlement and I'd highly recommend her.
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25 May, 2016 by Dr james
In the past couple of years, I have had occasion to use Ms. Steinbach for a number of legal matters, most recently, to file a lawsuit against a builder for faulty construction and the resulting damages. She's very good at what she does -- knowledgeable about the law, driven, and very results-oriented. In addition to her knowledge and expertise, what most impresses me about Shirley is her professional demeanor and temperament. Lawyers who are all "fire and brimstone I-was-born-a-pitbull-and-will-fight-for-you (for an appropriate fee!)" are, in my experience, a dime-a-dozen (especially in DC), and often do more harm than good (polarizing/entrenching opposing sides, etc). Shirley takes the opposite approach. She's extremely level-headed and calm, even in highly contentious situations. In the litigation mentioned above, at the mediation phase, Shirley persuaded the builder to pay for over 90% of the costs of all the necessary repairs -- a far better outcome than I went into the proceedings expecting; there's no way we would have gotten to a positive outcome like this with a more contentious approach to the litigation strategy. Highly recommended.
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05 Feb, 2014 by Anonymous
Shirley represented me in my divorce case and was very successful with taking it to the end and navigating difficult issues where previous representation was unsuccessful. She was extremely responsive to my inquiries and needs and was willing to engage me even during non-business hours. I found her to be a great listener and very well versed with the law. Shirley’s professional demeanor and thoroughness served me well and I would recommend her to any client seeking a divorce lawyer.
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Michael A Fracassi, experienced Business, Consumer Protection attorney in Washington, DC with 4 reviews
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27 Feb, 2016 by Anonymous
Mr. Fracassi has represented our Furniture Company, Worldwide Furniture, Equipment & Design, Inc., since its creation in 1994. With his valuable counsel, we have grown to be one of the largest office furniture companies in the DC area and one of the largest woman owned business in the DC area, according to the Washington Business Journal. Mr. Fracassi's legal advice and counsel had guided us in every aspect of our company's growth. His tax planning and tax strategy has saved us millions of dollars. While Mr. Fracassi is a recognized expert in his field, he also has incredible business acumen that has proven correct year after year and guided our company from a small start up to one of the largest in the DC area. We highly recommend Mr. Fracassi and his law firm.
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07 Aug, 2008 by Anonymous
Probably the best in his area, Mr. Fracassi knows the law and knows how to get results. We recommend him highly.
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17 May, 2008 by Anonymous
Very experienced and knowledgable attorney and law firm. Recommend highly.
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John Francis L'Esperance, experienced Immigration attorney in Washington, DC with 4 reviews
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20 Nov, 2013 by Ritesh
John has been a great support for me as I navigated the complex immigration system to get my green card.. He helped me avoid some huge mistakes that could have occurred had I followed advice that was given to me by some other law firms that were hired by various companies that hired me. I wish I had more business to do with him since I trust him and he has always come through for me. He has always been super transparent and honest. His staff is professional, knowledgeable and responsive. I wish I can work with him again in the future!
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20 Nov, 2013 by Laura
After horrible experiences with two immigration lawyers, working with John was like a breath of fresh air. He was extremely knowledgeable, responsive, fair, and everything one could possible want to have in an immigration lawyer. He was able to fix a big mess my previous lawyer got me into where I almost lost my work visa and beyond that helped me get my green card. Most people do not realize the stress and toll that immigration processes have on people, and a good lawyer makes all the difference. I could not recommend him more!
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11 Jul, 2011 by Meera
John was known to me from BAL. He was my corporate immigration attorney. He always held his client's interests and welfare, as top priority. He is highly knowledgeable on all immigration matters. He will patiently clarify all your questions and if required, guide you to appropriate resources for any additional details. If you are spending your hard earned dollars and looking to hire an immigration attorney, John is the best you can ever get
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Laurence Lauro Socci, experienced Civil Rights, Criminal Defense attorney in Washington, DC with 4 reviews
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26 Mar, 2023 by Julie spano
When I was experiencing the worst time in my life, and dealing with employment discrimination, bullying and harassment, Mr. Socci came to my rescue! He is skilled, personable, smart, fair, and works on behalf of those who are in need of assistance! I am currently in the middle of a very contentious case(s), and would have given up if not for HIM! He stands for those that are on the shirt end of the stick, so to speak! He has taken an ENORMOUS amount of stress off if me, and is a man who fights tooth and nail for what's RIGHT, JUsT AND FAIR! I will always be his biggest cheerleader, because he has literally saved my LIFE! AAAAAAAAAA++++++++++⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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12 Jul, 2022 by Victor
He made it simple,no stress he cares and he’ll answer any questions you have right away and he’s very knowledgeable when it comes to divorce
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04 Sep, 2021 by Akila
Attorney Laurence Socci’s service was EXCELLENT! He was efficient, precise and offered the best service that I could’ve imagined. The case, was a huge and news worthy case, that he won effortlessly. He’s the absolute best. In fact the opposing attorneys had an entire team, that was no match for Attorney Socci!!!! If you wanna win and want someone whose going to be in your corner then he is definitely your man. I’d use him 100 times over and I thank God I found him.
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Saul B Goodman, experienced Insurance, Litigation attorney in Washington, DC with 4 reviews
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04 Aug, 2023 by Anonymous
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14 Jul, 2023 by Anonymous
If you have connections with the mexican cartel, he's just the lawyer for you! He managed to reduce my death sentence to 6 month probation! He does his job without breaking the law, hand to god. Has a good taste in ties, hamlindigo colored.
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26 Jan, 2023 by Anonymous
He helped me get out of 23 life sentences!! Thanks Saul! Thanks Saul! Thanks Saul!
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Hassan A. Zavareei, experienced Class Action, Litigation attorney in Washington, DC with 4 reviews
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31 Jan, 2010 by Anonymous
Mr. Zavareei is an exceptionally gifted attorney. His sense of justice, intricate understanding of the law and his tireless dedication to his clients, makes him an invaluable partner and advisor. A skilled strategist, Mr. Zavareei expertly navigated all aspects of a complex employment related case and through each phase of the legal process he laid the groundwork for consistently positive results. Perhaps his greatest attribute in the often cold and calculating legal profession, is his empathy and his ability to keep his clients spirits up, no matter the injustice.
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31 Jan, 2010 by Anonymous
Our company has been in business for nearly twenty years, and during that time we’ve dealt with countless lawyers. Hassan Zavareei unquestionably ranks as the best of the best. Hassan has represented us in a number of high-stakes, high-profile lawsuits, and he has always delivered world-class legal advocacy. Hassan has a sharp legal mind is able to clearly explain even the most complex issues; he is a formidable strategist and never loses sight of the big picture; he is a masterful writer; he is able to deliver compelling arguments to both a judge and jury; and most importantly, he is ethical, devoted, and genuinely cares about his clients. Attorneys who possess all of these qualities are a rare breed. Whenever important legal issues arise, we turn to Hassan first.
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04 Jan, 2010 by Anonymous
I was initially referred to Hassan by his former colleagues at the firm Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher. I had been apprehensive about moving forward with a lawsuit, as I was presently under much stress and lacked the time or energy to become embroiled in protracted, combative litigation. However, after several meetings with Hassan, I began to feel more confident about my case, and very comfortable with Hassan taking the lead. As we developed our legal strategy and prepared for mediation, Hassan involved me in every aspect of the matter, keeping me apprised of each detail in a timely manner. He was willing to use every resource at his disposal to further strengthen our position. Perhaps most significantly, however, he listened to and valued my opinions, concerns and thoughts. I felt that we were very much working as a team, making decisions together. During our mediation with the defendants, Hassan was persuasive, aggressive and creative, often resorting to non-legal arguments. Shortly thereafter, we settled the matter for a sum much larger than I ever would have anticipated. We did so without ever having to file a complaint, thereby avoiding the drudgery of litigation. From my perspective, the result was optimal in all respects. I am able to reflect on that process and on the outcome with complete satisfaction, knowing that my position was ultimately vindicated. Today, Hassan remains a very dear and trusted friend. I have referred others to him on numerous occasions, and will continue to do so in the future.
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Brian Adam Frankel, experienced Business, Entertainment attorney in Washington, DC with 4 reviews
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04 Jun, 2013 by Drew
I hired Brian to help me through the legal process of creating a web-based business. He was helpful and responsive. My experience with him was overall very positive and I would definitely hire him again for future projects.
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27 Apr, 2011 by Rod
I had a copyright infringement problem. Brian was successful in stopping the infringement. As a client I was impressed with how Brian handled the process.
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09 Sep, 2009 by Riley
Mr. Frankel helped as part of a team with a matter that involved some complex litigatiion. He was efficient and effective.
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Hilary G Phillips, experienced Criminal Defense, Entertainment attorney in Washington, DC with 4 reviews
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28 Jul, 2019 by Anonymous
It’s hard to trust most lawyers these days. I was skeptical about hiring a woman lawyer but my friend used her and said great things about her. Hilary understood me and didn’t try to pressure me. She earned my trust and respect. She’s not easy because she wants you to work hard while your her client. But she really cares and fights for you on every level. I’m in a better situation now because she helped me as a person too.
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24 Jun, 2018 by Tyler
Ms. Phillips was my lawyer when I was charged with some violent felonies. She looks like a nice lady (and she is) but she's a tough dedicated fighter and will protect you no matter what. It was easy to get in touch and trust her. She reminded me of my court dates and worked with my employer to explain dates and why I had to go to therapy every week so I wouldn't lose my job. She got a good plea but I wanted to go to trial and she supported me 100%. I was found not guilty of all the charges. Ms. Phillips isn't cheap but she's worth every penny!
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05 Jun, 2018 by Anonymous
From our initial conversation, we knew Ms. Phillips was the lawyer for us. We had spoken with two other lawyers and the fees were the first thing they quoted,...not Hilary. Every time we spoke, at anytime, day or night, we had her full attention. Each question or concern was promptly addressed. She guided our family through a traumatic time. We were very happy with the results of our case. Hilary reinforces the point that you are an important part of a team that she leads. We would recommend her to anyone needing legal representation...She fights for YOU!
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Caeb M Colravy, experienced Criminal Defense, Immigration attorney in Washington, DC with 4 reviews
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01 Aug, 2011 by Paige
Caeb helped me on a last minute basis and worked until we ran out of options every day. He helped me get my children back when I was wrongly accused of a domestic incident.
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29 Jul, 2011 by Anonymous
Mr. Colravy kept me informed at every step of the case. He took time to explain the process to me. He is a very dedicated attorney and I was extremely happy with the outcome of my case. I have recommended Mr. Colravy to friends that have used him for criminal defense matters, family law cases and every person has been happy with his representation.
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29 Jul, 2011 by Bob
Caeb was very helpful in limiting the impact of the charges. He worked aggressively with the State's Attorney and the plaintiff's lawyer to reduce the charges. I highly recommend Caeb and will continue to use his services.
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Melissa A Kucinski Esq, experienced  attorney in Washington, DC with 10 reviews
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17 Sep, 2021 by Ilona
She was very kind and caring, and did her best to find a mutual agreement between parents in a Hague Convention Case. An agreement wasn't reached, but if there was no conflict of interest, I would definitely love to work with her on a client-attorney basis.
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Paul Stuart Weidenfeld, experienced Business, Criminal Defense attorney in Washington, DC with 97 reviews
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30 Oct, 2024 by Sunita makhijani md
I found Mr. Liles straightforward & extremely knowledgeable. I highly recommend him.
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30 Oct, 2024 by Caridad moreno, phd
I had a very positive experience with the Liles Parker legal team. Ms. Christin Thompson was highly knowledgeable, professional, responsive, and supportive. I am truly grateful for the assistance provided and would recommend this firm without reservation.
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28 May, 2024 by Omar abuhajleh
I’ve had great experience with Liles Parker company. Mrs Meaghan McCormick is amazing , meticulous and detail oriented. She cares about her clients, and is easy to work with.
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