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13 Sep, 2024 by Alicia mccann
If I could give a lower review I would. They never answer the phone for you so you can make a payment and they won’t fix their payment portal so you can’t make a payment online. Don’t bother leaving a voicemail because they won’t call you back. Spoke to one representative and told them how difficult it is to get a payment placed and they said “We reserve our professionalism for our clients. Not the people who owe us money”. The money I owe them is from medical bills that were sent to them two months after my hospital visit even with making payments.
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23 Aug, 2024 by Tiffany mckinzie
They will steal your money from your joint bank account, so they will take other people's money to pay for someone debit with no information sent to you prior to them doing it and when you call they will not answer or return calls. They are slimy attorneys that will do unethical things to get money
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12 Aug, 2024 by Dylan newbury
This company won't ever answer the phone and the voicemail hangs up on you. You can't even get ahold of somebody to resolve an issue. Garnishment has been paid but I can't move forward with my bank because they haven't signed off on their end. Don't know how these people look in the mirror everyday
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13 Sep, 2024 by Alicia mccann
If I could give a lower review I would. They never answer the phone for you so you can make a payment and they won’t fix their payment portal so you can’t make a payment online. Don’t bother leaving a voicemail because they won’t call you back. Spoke to one representative and told them how difficult it is to get a payment placed and they said “We reserve our professionalism for our clients. Not the people who owe us money”. The money I owe them is from medical bills that were sent to them two months after my hospital visit even with making payments.
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23 Aug, 2024 by Tiffany mckinzie
They will steal your money from your joint bank account, so they will take other people's money to pay for someone debit with no information sent to you prior to them doing it and when you call they will not answer or return calls. They are slimy attorneys that will do unethical things to get money
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12 Aug, 2024 by Dylan newbury
This company won't ever answer the phone and the voicemail hangs up on you. You can't even get ahold of somebody to resolve an issue. Garnishment has been paid but I can't move forward with my bank because they haven't signed off on their end. Don't know how these people look in the mirror everyday
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13 Sep, 2024 by Alicia mccann
If I could give a lower review I would. They never answer the phone for you so you can make a payment and they won’t fix their payment portal so you can’t make a payment online. Don’t bother leaving a voicemail because they won’t call you back. Spoke to one representative and told them how difficult it is to get a payment placed and they said “We reserve our professionalism for our clients. Not the people who owe us money”. The money I owe them is from medical bills that were sent to them two months after my hospital visit even with making payments.
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23 Aug, 2024 by Tiffany mckinzie
They will steal your money from your joint bank account, so they will take other people's money to pay for someone debit with no information sent to you prior to them doing it and when you call they will not answer or return calls. They are slimy attorneys that will do unethical things to get money
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12 Aug, 2024 by Dylan newbury
This company won't ever answer the phone and the voicemail hangs up on you. You can't even get ahold of somebody to resolve an issue. Garnishment has been paid but I can't move forward with my bank because they haven't signed off on their end. Don't know how these people look in the mirror everyday
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21 Dec, 2021 by Kat frost
Not recommended
It took him a year and 9 months just to finalize a child support modification and he didn’t even draft the paperwork, one of the parties finally had to.
He never sent one billing statement showing how the advance was used in 2 and 1/2 years. Even when one was requested.
He bullies the parties into agreements under threat of losing parenting time. In a 2 1/2 year period not one formal recommendation was sent to the court.
He doesn’t look out for the best interests of the child. He has caused trauma, physical and mental harm to a 4 year old child with his arbitrary decisions.
He does not do his due diligence. He says he’ll “look into” an issue when in reality that means he’s not going to do anything. He also says the case management process is transparent- it’s not. He will have one-on-one phone calls with each party which is contrary to his statements.
He is untrustworthy. His word means nothing. He will tell you one thing and do something different.
It is far better to get an intelligent case manager verses this supposedly educated one.
Every colleague I have ever talked to speaks about how big his ego is. Thankfully the parties and their attorneys were able to agree that Bud Dale be terminated as the case manager. He has no business practicing family law.
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08 Oct, 2021 by Lz bloomy
25 Jan, 2020 by John blackham (shadowsteel)
21 Dec, 2021 by Kat frost
Not recommended
It took him a year and 9 months just to finalize a child support modification and he didn’t even draft the paperwork, one of the parties finally had to.
He never sent one billing statement showing how the advance was used in 2 and 1/2 years. Even when one was requested.
He bullies the parties into agreements under threat of losing parenting time. In a 2 1/2 year period not one formal recommendation was sent to the court.
He doesn’t look out for the best interests of the child. He has caused trauma, physical and mental harm to a 4 year old child with his arbitrary decisions.
He does not do his due diligence. He says he’ll “look into” an issue when in reality that means he’s not going to do anything. He also says the case management process is transparent- it’s not. He will have one-on-one phone calls with each party which is contrary to his statements.
He is untrustworthy. His word means nothing. He will tell you one thing and do something different.
It is far better to get an intelligent case manager verses this supposedly educated one.
Every colleague I have ever talked to speaks about how big his ego is. Thankfully the parties and their attorneys were able to agree that Bud Dale be terminated as the case manager. He has no business practicing family law.
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08 Oct, 2021 by Lz bloomy
25 Jan, 2020 by John blackham (shadowsteel)
31 Jul, 2024 by Anonymous
My girl was in bourbon county jail for a month, taken there by Cherokee county cop. From Cherokee county jail for failure to appear. I called amy Ross and let her know this so she could reschedule her court date after her release. The day she got released, my girlfriend called Amy Ross to ask about her court date Amy informed her it was Aug, 1st at one thirty. Then on July 31st in the morning , my girlfriend called Amy Ross again to make sure her court was Aug.1st at 1:30. And she confirmed once again, that her court was Aug 1st at 1:30. Around evening on July 31st, Cherokee county,came rolling in our driveway 4 cars deep with a warrant for my girlfriend for failure to appear. I call Amy Ross and she said I don't know why , and she will see if the judge will get her in tomorrow. With representation like that , who needs it.
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10 Feb, 2024 by Anonymous
If she is court appointed do not expect her to work hard for you, does just the bare minimum, and never returns phone calls.
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19 Oct, 2023 by Troy
I have had cases where Amy represented the opponent, both Court appointed and private hire. She is competent, communicates and does a very good job. I have and will refer people to her in the past and would not hesitate to use her personally should the need arise.
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21 Jul, 2021 by Anonymous
Aline Pryor took my money and gave me nothing but more stress in return. She's friends with the other lawyers and she goes in and makes deals that are not in her clients best interest. Than when I started questioning her she quit my case right before we were scheduled to go to court. Waste of time and money. If you are looking for a lawyer to truly help than STAY AWAY FROM ALINE!!!
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11 Dec, 2019 by Fletcher
I would 100% agree with the other negative reviews. At the initial meeting, Aline and her assistant seemed very attentive and promising. However, the case became about the money than handling my case. Would agree that she was condescending and doesn't listen to her client who hired her. I also was tasked with putting together meaningless paperwork and providing background information. All of which was never used and it was clear she never read it. I did catch her in a lie about a discussing with the opposing attorney. When I questioned her I received a belittling email back. It's hard to switch lawyers when you have sunk $27K into the case. Save yourself time and money and look elsewhere. The experience with her was worse than than the reason I hired her. Worse decision...
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27 Apr, 2019 by Anonymous
I can't say enough great things about this attorney. She was always straightforward with me about my case and the potential outcomes. Aline always came to court prepared, organized, and thought quickly on her feet. She and her assistant went above and beyond for me and my family. I couldn't recommend her more.
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21 Dec, 2021 by Kat frost
Not recommended
It took him a year and 9 months just to finalize a child support modification and he didn’t even draft the paperwork, one of the parties finally had to.
He never sent one billing statement showing how the advance was used in 2 and 1/2 years. Even when one was requested.
He bullies the parties into agreements under threat of losing parenting time. In a 2 1/2 year period not one formal recommendation was sent to the court.
He doesn’t look out for the best interests of the child. He has caused trauma, physical and mental harm to a 4 year old child with his arbitrary decisions.
He does not do his due diligence. He says he’ll “look into” an issue when in reality that means he’s not going to do anything. He also says the case management process is transparent- it’s not. He will have one-on-one phone calls with each party which is contrary to his statements.
He is untrustworthy. His word means nothing. He will tell you one thing and do something different.
It is far better to get an intelligent case manager verses this supposedly educated one.
Every colleague I have ever talked to speaks about how big his ego is. Thankfully the parties and their attorneys were able to agree that Bud Dale be terminated as the case manager. He has no business practicing family law.
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08 Oct, 2021 by Lz bloomy
25 Jan, 2020 by John blackham (shadowsteel)
20 Mar, 2017 by Courtney
Mr. Ebert was courteous, professional, and went above and beyond what I could have asked for an attorney. He was highly recommended to me, and I would highly recommend him to anybody who is looking for a great lawyer.
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03 Nov, 2015 by Anonymous
Mr. Ebert ran up attorney fees and avoided trial. I paid this attorney $26,000 and he sued me for another $8,000, refusing to take any responsibility for the insurmountable fees which he knew I could not afford. His work was repetitive, costly and unnecessary. I realized too late that while he presents himself as a divorce attorney, he charged me thousands of dollars to get legal advice from other attorneys and later learned that his reputation is to run up fees to settle right before trial. Beware.
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27 Jul, 2014 by Anonymous
Absolutely do not hire this attorney. He is only interested in money. I believe I read another review after he took on my case. My situation was very similar. He provided very little in terms of services but will bill you for any possible service he provides. You can find any lawyer that will provide similar services at a fraction of the cost. You should absolutely avoid this attorney. Fortunately I've only had to do with attorneys a few times, but he is especially arrogant and self-serving.
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06 Jul, 2023 by Mrs silence dogood
Polite and too the point
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22 Jun, 2022 by Alla aranovskaya
No help
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31 Aug, 2021 by Nate washington
Somehow all our family information ended up with a complete stranger case files and all. And now we can’t get in contact with anybody.
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06 Jul, 2023 by Mrs silence dogood
Polite and too the point
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22 Jun, 2022 by Alla aranovskaya
No help
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31 Aug, 2021 by Nate washington
Somehow all our family information ended up with a complete stranger case files and all. And now we can’t get in contact with anybody.
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24 Jul, 2023 by Kathleen sigvaldson
Calvin Karlin helped us write our wills and he was very thorough, did a great job, and was very friendly. If I ever need a lawyer in the future he would be my first call.
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07 Dec, 2020 by Mari platt
I was treated poorly for having little to no experience working with lawyers and cost or charges for service. I would not recommend this man. He was extremely rude and not professional when asked questions about his billing.
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28 Jan, 2019 by Lisa norcross
I am not sure if I would use Calvin Karlin. Me and my boyfriend was referred to him by another attorney for my boyfriend 's mother's estate and when my boyfriend started asking questions about fees and when fees are paid which is general questions people ask when hiring an attorney and if you are relaying information to other family members that are also paying for it. Mr. Karlin stated that he was nervous about handling the case in regards of payment and referred us to another law firm. Not sure if he is "a professional " or not. Most attorneys would of asked a question before jumping to conclusions as such.
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05 Dec, 2023 by Lucky splinters
Worthless reprobates!
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31 Aug, 2023 by T money
KS Consumer Protection allows Eddy's to break FTC laws by not providing buyer's guides. KS consumer protection is protecting businesses and saying o well to consumers of color because they feel only white people matter.
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10 Jul, 2023 by Bobbiejo cece
05 Dec, 2023 by Lucky splinters
Worthless reprobates!
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31 Aug, 2023 by T money
KS Consumer Protection allows Eddy's to break FTC laws by not providing buyer's guides. KS consumer protection is protecting businesses and saying o well to consumers of color because they feel only white people matter.
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10 Jul, 2023 by Bobbiejo cece
05 Dec, 2023 by Lucky splinters
Worthless reprobates!
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31 Aug, 2023 by T money
KS Consumer Protection allows Eddy's to break FTC laws by not providing buyer's guides. KS consumer protection is protecting businesses and saying o well to consumers of color because they feel only white people matter.
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10 Jul, 2023 by Bobbiejo cece
05 Dec, 2023 by Lucky splinters
Worthless reprobates!
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31 Aug, 2023 by T money
KS Consumer Protection allows Eddy's to break FTC laws by not providing buyer's guides. KS consumer protection is protecting businesses and saying o well to consumers of color because they feel only white people matter.
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10 Jul, 2023 by Bobbiejo cece
05 Dec, 2023 by Lucky splinters
Worthless reprobates!
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31 Aug, 2023 by T money
KS Consumer Protection allows Eddy's to break FTC laws by not providing buyer's guides. KS consumer protection is protecting businesses and saying o well to consumers of color because they feel only white people matter.
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10 Jul, 2023 by Bobbiejo cece
05 Dec, 2023 by Lucky splinters
Worthless reprobates!
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31 Aug, 2023 by T money
KS Consumer Protection allows Eddy's to break FTC laws by not providing buyer's guides. KS consumer protection is protecting businesses and saying o well to consumers of color because they feel only white people matter.
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10 Jul, 2023 by Bobbiejo cece
23 Jan, 2019 by Anonymous
Did well in court. Accomplished what we were after.
Office staff is very rude. Had a misunderstanding with one of the office personnel and I tried to call and explain the situation. Again, talked to very rude and told if I read what they sent me I wouldn’t be asking questions. I asked if this is common practice to treat your customers like that, response was yes. Asked who her supervisor is, response of no one. Ok so how do I make a complaint to your office? You can write a letter. Just down right rude. This was a 6 minute conversation.
3 minutes later Tom calls to tell me if I’m an ass don’t call his office. Claims he listened to the conversation the receptionist and I just had. Also claimed to listen to our previous conversation 2 weeks ago. LYING!!!! How can you listen to a 6 minute conversation in 3. Do yourself a favor and go another route.
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15 Nov, 2017 by Anonymous
Helped me out and answered all of my questions! Always showed up on time for court too!
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30 Oct, 2017 by Jose martinez
He is no good! He didnt do nothing for me,i had to hire another lawyer.
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04 Aug, 2021 by Anonymous
Retained Pat after he assured me he could protect me as a defendant in a civil suit on false accusations. Instead of doing that, he pushed me to settle and told me I should give the petitioner everything they asked for because I was in the wrong. He continued to bill me after I fired him, far beyond the retainer I paid. I’m happy to share I went on to win the case with a better attorney and counter sue for damages- and to think Pat wanted me to settle....
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15 Nov, 2016 by Anonymous
had pat Blanchard as my divorce lawyer , i filed first against my wife and two weeks later i got kicked out of the house i owned before i was married , my wife was arrested multiple times ( to my surprise) the week before i filed papers, for drug charges , my boys wanted to get away from her mom , and Blanchard told me this is an easy case and promised to have my boys with me full time, but Pat Blanchard just kept racking up the fees , thinking i was winning but final day in court , guess what !! she won, with drug charges and all .... on top of all this i owe him 8 grand , after losing ,,, don't use him
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25 Oct, 2015 by Anonymous
I had a child custody case that he should have stood up for. Instead Pat was doing his best to prevent me from gaining custody. My ex is a alcoholic, when drinking she pulled my son out of my arms, then rolled her ankle on a sloped curb. Thus sending the child to the ground at the age of 3. She had been picking my son up from the sitter while intoxicated. My son is shuffled off to all kinds of people, and still I am denied visitation. I have had no contact with my son for over two months. And still Pat sides with the mother. Pat Blanchard is by far the worst attorney ever. My ex is a dancer. I think his opinion is swayed by her looks. My son has been hit in his leg by her boyfriend leaving a bruise on his leg. I am the one they are accusing of making false reports. This is the most painful experience I have ever felt in my life. My son has been on stage in a local strip club touching the pole n everything else in there at the age of 5. While I was at work. N still Pat will not stand up for what is right. I am looking at granting full custody to my ex because I can't deal with the emotions nor be incriminated for telling the truth. This situation is twisted. Pat if you read this you should be ashamed of who you are.
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08 Jul, 2024 by Kathleen sigvaldson
Calvin Karlin helped us write our wills and he was very thorough, did a great job, and was very friendly. If I ever need a lawyer in the future he would be my first call.
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08 Jul, 2024 by Mari platt
I was treated poorly for having little to no experience working with lawyers and cost or charges for service. I would not recommend this man. He was extremely rude and not professional when asked questions about his billing.
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08 Jul, 2024 by Lisa norcross
I am not sure if I would use Calvin Karlin. Me and my boyfriend was referred to him by another attorney for my boyfriend 's mother's estate and when my boyfriend started asking questions about fees and when fees are paid which is general questions people ask when hiring an attorney and if you are relaying information to other family members that are also paying for it. Mr. Karlin stated that he was nervous about handling the case in regards of payment and referred us to another law firm. Not sure if he is "a professional " or not. Most attorneys would of asked a question before jumping to conclusions as such.
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23 May, 2024 by Thooniee effbibi
NO ONE communicates the proper delicate information YOU NEED to KNOW! Before walking in through their door. Do better. 👎🏼
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01 Apr, 2022 by Bradenbarker0838
Well I got pulled over
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21 Jun, 2019 by Bobby whittle
Like nwa says
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13 Mar, 2024 by Savannah lynn
I’m going to be filing a formal complaint against Kristy Battershell and Melinda Baren, I called to ask a question when it comes to filing some papers, and which papers to file first. Immediately when the phone was answered Melinda had a very rude tone, did not seem eager to help me at all. She proceeded to cut me off multiple times and tell me she couldn’t help me and to just go online. Now I understand everything is online but I tried to file and she would not take it and couldn’t tell me why.
I asked for someone higher up and she forwarded me to Kristy who had the same attitude and laughed at me and said “I was right next to her the whole time and it wasn’t rude”. I don’t believe when filing a complaint I should be laughed at by two lady’s who are clearly good acquaintances and will back eachother up when they are in the wrong.
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18 Jul, 2023 by Rhonda barnhill foskett
23 May, 2023 by Kyle reece
You guys are absolutely horrible to work with and the lady answering your phones is rude and cold. I was simply trying to find out if my ticket for fishing without a license was taken care of. Like it wasn't even that big of a deal and your whole staff has been anything but helpful. I don't agree with a $200+ fine for fishing without a license especially when I didn't have any fish, I mean y'all are crooks but I was trying to pay it and nobody would help.
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06 Aug, 2024 by Sadie sprinkle
I would not recommend her to anyone. When I called to schedule a consultation regarding a divorce, she refused to assist me, laughed, and abruptly ended the call while still laughing. This situation is already highly stressful, as it involves children and the sale of a home. My brother is currently using her services, and has not had any positive results from her either. Her snotty demeanor is unprofessional for someone who is supposed to be in the community to assist, and help make the transitions in life a little more manageable.
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03 Jun, 2023 by Lisa
Shawnah did a brilliant job for us. It was an ugly few months, and Shawnah was prepared for several ugly court appearances. She is calm, patient, intelligent and reads situations accurately. And she is such a nice person. She fought multiple times for us, and she got justice for everyone. I highly recommend Shawnah and her team. Her assistant/secretary did a wonderful job keeping us calm in a stressful situation.
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13 Sep, 2021 by Anonymous
Did majority of research myself. Did not present to court. Blamed on judge. Did not file appropriate legal proceedings.
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09 Oct, 2021 by Anonymous
She consulted me on a major felony (intent to do bodily harm- less than murder. Told me I was going to prison no matter what. 1-3 yrs. That I needed to beg the judge and except anything under 3yrs and call it a gift from the prosecutor. They had me dead to rights and absolutely no way I wasn't doing time. Then told me she'd need 6000 to proceed. Because of a instant financial downfall I had no choice but to take a court appointed attorney. End result... 6 months probation, non reporting counseling and AA. Not a second in jail. Don't hire this woman. You will regret it
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09 Oct, 2021 by Anonymous
She is so badass!! I never felt more at piece than when I know Sherri’s got my back. Over and over again we have needed her and she flys in like a super hero every time and knocks it out of the park! Absolutely love her !!
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08 Aug, 2019 by Anonymous
Do not hire her for any divorce matter. You are better representing yourself. She did nothing besides bill me large fee amounts for nothing she did. We had to do all the work for her. She rolled over and gave in to everything the other attorney wanted. She would never fight for anything. She didn't respond to messages left about the case. Once the case was over I lost more than what she ever said I would lose. She told me to file first to get the advantage with the custody parenting plan and residence. The only advantage was for her to fill her pockets with my cash. a lot of my cash. Then the ex got everything besides the large fees my lawyer took. Worst in lawyer the area!
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18 May, 2014 by Anonymous
Lawyer Kurt Kluin
The third lawyer on the case was Chanute Lawyer Kurt Kluin. I paid him a cash retainer up front and paid his monthly statements. Mr. Kluin filed the first amended Petition/Complaint in the Case adding Chanute Attorney John as a defendant as the Executor of the Estate. While Chanute Attorney Kluin was helpful and seemed motivated early on in the Case, he quickly succumbed to pressure (real and/or imagined) from Chanute attorney John and told me, “I have to work with him (John) every day, and withdrew from the case telling the Court that I was unable to pay his legal fees. I was current on my bill when he withdrew. While I believe that Kurt Kluin is a reputable lawyer and decent person it counted for little in my case. As in many cases, local politics rule locally.
Additionally - and again my older brother Ivan wrote a derogatory and threatening letter to Kurt Kluin as he did Ted telling Mr. Kluin that his practice would suffer if he continued to represent me. I would rate Mr. Kluin as a “C” as in Coward.
The day we buried my Dad, my son Adam asked my brother Ivan why they would not let us see Grand Pa before he died. He told my son. “It’s Larry’s fault that you were not allowed to see your Grand Pa before he died, you see Larry has to pay for his bad conduct.” He then told me. “You and Dad have had it your way all of these years, now you are not going to have it your way any longer.”
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17 Sep, 2011 by Larry
The third lawyer that I hired for my Wilson County Kansas Fail v Fail District Court Case was Chanute Lawyer Kurt Kluin. As it turned out he was just another Lawyer, and not my Attorney. I paid him a cash retainer up front and paid his monthly statements. Mr. Kluin filed the first amended Petition/Complaint in the Case adding Chanute Lawyer John Rubow as a defendant as the Executor of the Estate. While Chanute Lawyer Kluin was helpful and seemed motivated early on in the Case, he quickly succumbed to pressure (real and/or imagined) from fellow Chanute Lawyer John Rubow and told me, “I have to work with him (John Rubow) every day, and withdrew from the case telling the Court that I was unable to pay his legal fees. I was current on my bill when he withdrew. While I believe that Kurt Kluin is somewhat a mildly reputable lawyer but also a decent person it counted for little in my case. As in many cases, home town local politics Trumps Justice. He made several other mistakes in my case and in my petition.
Additionally my older brother Ivan Lee Fail wrote a derogatory and threatening letter to Lawyer Kurt Kluin as he did my Lawyer before him, Ted Knopp from Wichita. My brother who got over $1,000,000 out of the Case while I got Zero told lawyer Kluin that his practice would suffer if he continued to represent me. I would rate Kurt Kluin as a seemingly good person and perhaps an average competent and good attorney, although as it turned out not a good attorney for me. He quit in the middle of the case thereby contributing to the loss of my case and $650,000.
The day we buried my Dad, my son Adam asked Ivan Lee why they would not let us see Grand Pa before he died. He told my son. “It’s Larry’s fault that you were not allowed to see your Grand Pa before he died, you see Larry has to pay for his bad conduct.” He then told me. “You and Dad had it your way all of these years, now you are not going to have it your way any longer.” You can Google Ivan Lee Fail, John Roy Fail and June Dedeke or go to Fail Family . net
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19 May, 2014 by Japelacy
Mr. Apt was the first lawyer that I hired in the case. He is located in Iola Kansas. The same day that I buried my father on December 23, 2005, I paid Mr. Apt several thousand dollars to represent me and file my case. Mr. Apt admitted a few months later that he was ill equipped to help me do anything in my case. I had talked him prior to my father’s death about helping me set aside the “No Contact Order” that my sister had filed against me preventing me from seeing my father and correcting the deed before he died. I had also requested that Mr. Apt file a Motion for an autopsy of my father’s body. I felt then and feel stronger now that the sudden death of my father under very suspicious circumstances had a foul smell of foul play. Mr. Apt was inept and unable to help me see my father, and file a motion for an autopsy. He told me that he had never filed a motion for an autopsy before. He did nothing but talk. He was slow and/or failed to respond to my repeated phone calls, letters and Emails. After an extended period of time with nothing filed in the case, no autopsy, and no answers Mr. Apt told me, “This case is way over my head.” He referred me to lawyer Ted Knopp in Wichita Kansas. He told me that lawyer Knopp was well experienced in this type of case and had written law on my type of case and would do a good job for me. I would rate attorney Chuck Apt as a “D” for dumb.
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29 Jun, 2022 by King kong
Definitely wouldn't recommend anyone using this law firm they only take cases that's important to them and take months for anyone else and overcharge them for their valuable time sad to see small town business don't care about people struggling
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30 Jul, 2023 by John mcmillan
Still have heard nothing.
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22 Jul, 2022 by Edward middleton
Very helpful. Knowledgeable for what I needed
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When meeting with a lawyer for the first time, it's important to ask the right questions to understand their expertise and determine if they're the right fit for your legal needs. Here are some top questions to consider:
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How do you charge for your services, and what are the estimated costs?
Understand the fee structure, including hourly rates, flat fees, retainer fees, and any additional expenses. -
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What is your approach to handling cases like mine?
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Who will be working on my case?
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How will you communicate with me throughout the process?
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What is the likely timeline for resolving my case?
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Do you have references from past clients?
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What are the strengths and weaknesses of my case?
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Are there alternative ways to solve my legal problem?
Discuss options like mediation, arbitration, or settlement to resolve the issue efficiently.
How to Check the Credibility of a Lawyer
Before hiring a lawyer, it's crucial to verify their credibility and ensure they're qualified to handle your case:
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Verify Their License:
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Experience and Specialization:
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Disciplinary Record:
Look up any history of disciplinary actions or complaints through the state bar association. -
Client Reviews and Testimonials:
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Professional Memberships:
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Awards and Recognitions:
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Consultation Assessment:
Use the initial consultation to evaluate their communication skills, responsiveness, and willingness to address your concerns. -
Ask for References:
A credible lawyer should be willing to provide references from past clients.
What Should I Prepare for My First Consultation?
To make the most of your initial meeting with a lawyer, come prepared with:
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Relevant Documents:
Bring all documents related to your case, such as contracts, correspondence, legal notices, court papers, or evidence. -
Written Summary:
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List of Questions:
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Financial Information:
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Personal Identification:
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Pen and Notebook:
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Budget Constraints:
Be ready to discuss your budget and any financial limitations.
How Much Does a Lawyer Cost?
The cost of hiring a lawyer varies widely based on several factors:
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Hourly Rate:
Lawyers may charge anywhere from $150 to $500 or more per hour, depending on experience and location. -
Flat Fee:
For routine legal services like drafting a will or handling an uncontested divorce, lawyers might offer a flat fee. -
Retainer Fee:
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Contingency Fee:
Common in personal injury cases; the lawyer receives a percentage (typically 25% to 40%) of any settlement or award. -
Monthly Retainer:
For ongoing services, businesses might pay a monthly fee for a set number of hours or services.
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Hourly Rate:
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Factors Affecting Cost:
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Complexity of the Case:
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Lawyer's Experience:
Highly experienced lawyers may charge higher fees. -
Geographic Location:
Legal fees can vary significantly by region or city. -
Additional Expenses:
Court filing fees, expert witness fees, travel expenses, and administrative costs may be extra.
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Estimating Total Costs:
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Negotiating Fees:
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Pro Bono Services:
For those who cannot afford legal services, some lawyers or legal aid organizations offer services at reduced rates or for free.
