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14 Jun, 2022 by Lisa
My situation was a slip and fall at the apartment complex I lived in. At first the company whom ran the apartment complex refused to do anything. So, I went to renters’ right’s and they would not take a slip and fall case. I was actually told the answer was to move. This took me back for a moment, but did not stop me. I did some more research and found the place I needed to write my concern was the “Department of Agriculture”.
After the letter the company then emailed me to have the bills sent to the insurance company. By this time approximately a year and a half passed since the slip and fall and the bill was still not being taken care of.
I knew renter’s rights was not going to help and trying to find a lawyer who would take my case was very slim. I called many lawyers and was turned away because of how much time had passed and a slip and fall is difficult to prove in Wisconsin.
I must say I was very discouraged and felt hopeless. Being I felt a wrong needed to be addressed, I kept looking for a lawyer.
So, by chance I called “Bye|Goff|Rohde” and after talking to Brian about my slip and fall. He took my case A Year and a half later. In the end it was a victory!
Afterwards I asked Brian why he took my case. His said it was because of what I said.
Bye the way, the slip and fall happened in 2018 and the settlement happened in 2022.
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07 Oct, 2019 by Sue
Brian and his staff were excellent to work with. Every time I contacted them they would talk to me and explain to me the things I had questions on so I could understand them.
I would highly recommend him.
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18 Sep, 2018 by Erin
Brian is an excellent lawyer. Even the judge at the end of the trial told the jury they had “witnessed very good lawyering.” Brian presents with maturity and surety that seem to far exceed his years. I really respect the way he used his talent and coupled it with a competitive nature to get results and yet at the same time always showed genuine concern, consideration of my opinions, and patience with me during the entire process. Going to trial is nobody’s desire, but when I took the stand, Brian made it very easy for me to say the truth. I felt assured by his command of all the details and I truly appreciated his best efforts. Making that phone call to Bye, Goff, and Rhode was one of the best decisions. I would highly recommend Brian and I want to thank him and his staff. The results speak for themselves!!
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27 May, 2020 by Steve
Garet has significantly added value to our IP portfolio. He also understands our technology and business objectives, enabling him to serve as a trusted business advisor.
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01 May, 2020 by Mike
Garet has successfully guided our company through a number of Intellectual Property inquiries ranging from freedom to operate investigations to claim negotiations. His consultative approach has been not only to address the immediate issue, but also to educate our team on the process, putting us in a better position to navigate the complex landscape of IP law in our new product development processes.
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27 Apr, 2020 by Amy
Garet is a gifted and creative lawyer. He was able to see how my original pending patent was created from a large firm and why it was getting denied!
This can be a very frustrating process and needed a new lawyer. After hiring Garet to be my new attorney, his knowledge and experience got the job done!!! I RECEIVED MY PATENT!!!
I can’t thank him enough and almost gave up on the process! Don’t give up …find the right attorney !
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24 May, 2017 by Robert selfridge
Yolanda defended me in my case, she helped me avoid a jail sentencing. I really do appreciate her hard work with my case. She explained to the judge that my crime wasn't as severe as it seemed and the reasons to why in a very professional way. I was on probation at the time and had violated it unknowingly and she helped explain that to the judge. While on probation I was unable to leave my county and I did so unknowingly while taking someone to a doctors appointment, I wasn't even a mile out of the county. She helped my case get demised.
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23 May, 2017 by Gregory
Took my case as an assigned public defender. Was extraordinary satisfied and impressed by her prompt knowledgeable legal counsel.
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23 May, 2017 by Jeneva
Yolanda Gauna went above and beyond all expectations throughout our whole acquaintance. She was prompt and informed every time we met. She was kind and listened to all the information being presented to her that was relevant to our case. I never once doubted that she would come through for us. On the day of the big court hearing she was early, held counsel with us, and explained her plans. When things were difficult to understand she explained them in an accessible way. I never once felt judged by her during this time and felt like she was truly someone passionate about the law. She defended the case and had it dismissed. Our whole family was thrilled.
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16 Jul, 2021 by Anonymous
I hired Donna for my divorce and from the beginning she answered every question or uncertainty that came up throughout the whole process. Donna was very approachable and made the process as easy as possible. I am grateful to have had her represent me and would highly recommend!
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17 Feb, 2021 by Desiree
I had a pretty simple divorce, but the custody dispute made it extremely complex.
Donna never faltered.
I’m still amazed by her knowledge of the law, her insight with people and her ability to articulate to the court so affectively.
Flawless in the courtroom!
Completely flawless!
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05 Dec, 2017 by Mallory
I have hired Donna twice for custody/placement and now grandparent visitation rights. Donna is very respectful and professional. Donna has made me feel confident even though she never promised me any results she promised to work hard on these two cases. Donna is a very good laywer that I trust, she has true passion and has put my mind to ease. Donna also is very understanding and very easy to get along with. I recommend her to anyone that needs a laywer. I'm very grateful I have Donna as my laywer she's handled alot of things that I wouldn't of known to do as I'm not fimilar with laws. Donna has helped me understand the laws by explaining everything so I could understand. Thank you again Donna for all your hard work! Your an amazing laywer!
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24 Aug, 2020 by Susan
I can't say enough about Kristin and her paralegal, Jana Kim. They are kind, caring, compassionate people. After my accident, I could barely think for myself. They took care of everything for me, I did very little. They worked tirelessly for me and I appreciate everything they did. If you need an attorney, Kristin is the one. I will be forever grateful. I felt more like a friend instead of just a client.
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01 May, 2020 by Anonymous
Kristin Cafferty put me at ease and made me feel better the first day I met her. Kristin and her paralegal Melissa Richer were great to work with. I was kept informed along the way and was happy with my settlement. My only regret is not contacting Kristin sooner.
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08 Mar, 2020 by Connie
I highly recommend Kristin. She’s so caring and thorough. Her para-legal Jana Kim is a great asset. Fantastic team. She got me more than I thought I would. I wish I would of not waited a year to seek help. She gave me first sense of relief since the accident and long recovery.
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03 Oct, 2024 by Geezer
Very efficient. A surprisingly pleasant experience
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10 Sep, 2024 by Tim galante
Attorney Amanda and Paralegal Courtney did an outstanding job with our estate! It was simple, well explained and painless. I highly recommend! Mary and Tim Galante
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16 Jun, 2024 by Michelle steffen
12 Dec, 2020 by Veronica
We have worked with Josh Minon at Cannon & Dunphy on two cases. He did a GREAT job with both of them and fought hard until we reached a settlement! He was honest, very professional, caring, and determined every step of the way to make sure all of our questions and concerns were taken care of! He made us feel very at ease and we trusted him! We would definitely recommend this firm to anyone and especially Josh as an attorney! He is an awesome attorney with your best interest being the major priority the whole time! Thanks Josh!
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29 Apr, 2020 by Katie
Josh worked with me for two years on a case. Throughout that time he was open with me about the process, honest, caring, and empathetic to my situation. He handled himself with exceptional professionalism, was a good communicator, and fought for what was right for me. I would recommend him to anyone looking for a trustworthy lawyer.
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17 Apr, 2020 by Michelle
My daughter and I were in a horrific car accident. Attorney Josh Minon worked with us closely through every step of our lawsuit. He was honest and forthright with what to expect with every stage of the process. His compassion, knowledge and expertise was evident from the very beginning. We are eternally grateful for all the support Josh provided us.
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08 Dec, 2016 by Anna lee
I was lucky enough to get Attorney Elizabeth Rich twice using the Avvo Legal Services Portal for consultations regarding a very complicated issue involving a small church in Wisconsin. Elizabeth was the first attorney I spoke to using Avvo, and I walked away from that phone call telling myself that was the best thing I ever did. She armed me with concrete next steps as well as a handful of different resources to help me find more information. I really had no idea where to turn at that point and Elizabeth pointed me in a direction which catapulted me forward. Almost a month later, using the Avvo Legal Services portal again, I was assigned Attorney Elizabeth. When I realized it was her I was absolutely delighted. Sure enough, she listened to how things had progressed and even told me she had reached out to lawyers in the area about my case to see if anyone was willing to help. It was just what I needed to feel hopeful again and feel a sense of direction. I highly recommend Attorney Elizabeth Rich, she will listen to your story and do her best to give you honest and thoughtful advice.
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12 May, 2016 by Chris
I needed advice on a trademark for a new product. Atty. Rich was very helpful and her fees were most reasonable.
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09 May, 2016 by Joanne
Well worth the trip to Plymouth WI for solid advice and resolution. We were charged additional architectural fees that were excessive under the auspices of a copyright stamp without contractual agreement. Small business owners put her on your go to list for help!!
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14 Mar, 2021 by Stacey
DeVonna Joy was my lawyer for my illegally repossessed truck, she went above and beyond to make sure she fought for what I deserved. Not only did I get more than anticipated, but most importantly I got my truck back also! This experience has changed my life because of how well she established a great relationship with me as her client. She knew how much this devastating situation changed my life, and she fought to get me what I deserved. I can’t thank her enough for the new doors of opportunity it has already brought to my life! I highly recommend DeVonna to anyone that’s going through a similar situation and needs a strong, dedicated lawyer, she will fight for what you deserve, and then some! Thank you so much for providing such great service to prove injustice occurred!
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06 Jan, 2021 by Kevin
DeVonna was incredibly responsive and helpful advising on my specific issue of handling negative accounts on a credit report along with the specific statute of limitations. Thank you so much DeVonna!
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14 Sep, 2016 by Samantha
I hired DeVonna Joy to help me cancel my contract with Sundance. I attended a high pressure sales pitch with the promise of a "free" cruise. I was sucked into the glitz and signed a contract. I became unhappy shortly after. Was told that I couldn't get rid of it, so stuck it out. Until, I found DeVonna. She was wonderful and very helpful. She was also able to recover most of what I paid.
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23 Feb, 2016 by Kathy and floyd
After retaining Dewitt, Ross and Stevens for a previous legal matter, we felt confident returning for help with a serious accident involving life threatening injuries. Howard Schoenfeld exhibited professional expertise, outstanding legal knowledge and persistent diligence that obtained the maximum settlement for us. The kindness and frequent communication from Howard and Vicki Schmidt was greatly appreciated. Howard has our trust and profound gratitude.
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27 Feb, 2015 by Douglas
Howard Schoenfeld brings his many years of experience to bear on the matters he handles. He is a calm and deliberate presence. Howard is aware that litigation can be expensive and time-consuming—and does everything in his power to deliver good results in a cost-effective way. He will not waste your time or money. A very able lawyer.
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06 Aug, 2013 by Theodore
I am an international German businessman who was looking for a litigator in Waukesha County. I was referred to Attorney Schoenfeld through another international company where I had prior business relations. My company had sent $500,000 worth of product to a large manufacturing company in Wisconsin and after receipt of the product the company failed to pay for the product or return the product. I hired Attorney Schoenfeld to file a Complaint. Howard has a very direct, clear-cut, non-rubbish type of approach to business. I not only received a good upshot but I learned a few things from Howard on the art and craft of negotiating.
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08 Jul, 2013 by Anonymous
Mr. Cappozzo handled a business dispute for us without flaw. Even though the case turned out to be arduous and lengthy, Mr. Cappozzo remained firm and was not intimidated by tactics from the other side. His steadfast efforts resulted in a settlement for almost the entire amount owed. Mr. Cappozzo is a very tough yet fair attorney that I highly recommend.
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03 Jun, 2013 by Matt
If someone asks me for a recommendation of an attorney, his name is at the top of the list.
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26 Jun, 2008 by Sharon
Mr. Capozzo has handled several cases for me including divorce proceedings, child support enforcement and personal estate planning. He has always been very attentive to my specific needs and has consistently provided me with excellent advice and legal representation.
Mr. Cappozzo is a dedicated lawyer whose first priority is to meet the needs of his clients in an efficient and professional way. He has a straightforward no-nonsense approach to conflict resolution and is not afraid to "fight the fight". He follows through with a great deal of tenacity and professionalism, always willing to put in the extra effort required to get a tough situation resolved.
His office staff is always professional, courteous, and extremely helpful as well.
Overall, I would highly recommend Mr. Cappozzo to anyone. I have always been impressed by his personal demeanor and the genuine level of care and concern he shows for his clients. He is a tough, knowledgeable, caring individual who gets results.
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25 Sep, 2015 by Steve
Tim knows better than anyone else the tactics the police and prosecution uses, so he knows and understands how things roll if your ever facing a legal tsunami. Before I made any statements to the police, I called Tim and knew right away that he was the lawyer for me compared to other law offices I called. I was facing 7 months in jail and up to $10,000 in fines and he made it all go away. Now what other lawyer around here and top that?
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19 Mar, 2015 by Anonymous
Before ever giving him a dime, Tim took an hour out of his day to help me decipher my case and lay out my options. He is very knowledgeable and most importantly cares. He knows the OWI laws in Wisconsin are primarily a fee tax on the public, the field sobriety tests are designed for even sober drivers to fail, and the state statute limiting negotiated settlement before trial a ridiculous encumbrance. I would trust Tim to handle any OWI case given to him and believe he will get the best possible result for his clients.
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19 Mar, 2015 by Anonymous
I would strongly recommend Mr. Verhoff. He is professional, knowledgeable in law, and efficient. Mr. Verhoff reviewed all possible outcomes of the extremely serious charges against me and made a clear plan of action. He kept me informed as he continued to work with the prosecutor and ultimately secured the best possible resolution to my case. I am extremely satisfied with Mr. Verhoff's performance as my lawyer and would not hesitate to ask him to represent me again.
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26 Sep, 2017 by Anonymous
I had an initial meeting with Atty Ringe. She then forwarded me the paperwork to review. After reviewing it, I made an appointment to sign the documents.
Atty Ringe was very thorough, very pleasant to deal with, and extremely helpful.
She handled all of my questions and gave me complete answers for all.
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07 Dec, 2016 by Dale
I have worked with Chantelle on a number of projects. She is very knowledgeable and helped simplify and streamline complex financial matters and worked well with multiple generations. She has helped set up Living Trusts for me. She is very competent, efficient and a great pleasure to work with. I recommend her highly.
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15 Jul, 2016 by Terrie
I consulted with Atty Ringe regarding the care my mother-in-law' was receiving from a care giving agency which we felt was taking advantage of her. Atty Ringe was very knowledgeable and gave us some great options to consider. I was very pleased with the way Atty Ringe handled our concerns and questions.
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10 Jul, 2023 by Taylor
Andrea handled a divorce case for me. She did a fantastic job and made what was a very difficult and emotional time in my life much less stressful. She answered all questions I had and made sure the entire divorce process went smoothly. In the end, she did everything I needed/wanted her too. I cannot recommend her enough for any legal issues you may have.
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23 Jan, 2022 by Anonymous
Our family was dealing with a very sensitive situation. After meeting with a few attorneys, it was clear that Attorney Winder was the one we could trust. Her knowledge, experience, character and sincerity separated her from the rest. Expectations, options and strategy were clear and realistic. Our family never doubted the decision we made working with Attorney WInder and she would be our fist call if we ever needed legal representation again.
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19 Nov, 2021 by Joseph
I was fortunate that Andrea Winder represented me.
They charged me with 2 offenses, one of which is serious enough to tarnish my reputation and threaten my employment. Thankfully, within 24 hours of describing the case to Andrea, she had negotiated a reduced charge, the more serious charge dropped.
I had hoped this would be the outcome but was reluctant to believe that this best outcome could be realized. Thankfully, I was wrong. Andrea had the charge reduced to a minor ticket, and even more remarkable accomplished this goal within record time.
If you need a lawyer who is willing and able to go to bat for you, is a talented lawyer and negotiator I strongly recommend Andrea Winder.
Thank you.
Joseph Lynch
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19 Jul, 2017 by Katherine
In August of 2016 I hired Mark to handle updating my Trust and ensuring it more adequately reflected my wishes. Mark and his team did a solid job of not only meeting my needs, but ensured that it was far more robust than what the previous two attorneys at another Milwaukee firm had done. Mark is professional, thorough and knowledgeable on Trusts and provided me with a great sense of peace knowing that I now have a sound Trust. I have already recommended Mark to a few friends.
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04 Apr, 2017 by Sue s
My husband and I met with Mark and his staff 3 weeks prior to going out of the country on vacation. We did not have a will in place. Mark explained all our options very thoroughly and how a trust would protect our assets. We were very happy with Mark and his staff. We now have peace of mind that our daughter and grandchildren will be taken care of in the future.
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30 Mar, 2017 by Peggy
My husband and I talked for some time about changing our will to a trust. The process seemed overwhelming so we procrastinated. Our friends referred us to Mark Rogers and we are glad they did! Our initial meeting was about 3 hours. Mark, Troy and Stacy took their time explaining and diagramming the details of our trust. They made it easy to understand and were very patient with our endless number of questions. We were leaving on a trip in 3 weeks and hoped our trust could be completed before we left. Mark was able to accommodate our request and paperwork was signed days before our departure. Mark and his team were extremely responsive. Our phone calls were always returned the same day often within an hour. We highly recommend Mark Rogers.
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09 Jul, 2015 by Lei
My H-1B application can not be that fast and smooth without Jennifer. She's very knowledgeable and with plenty of experience. She responses quickly and is very patient to answer every questions. saved a lot of time to prepare the documents. With Jennifer's help, My entire process is always faster than my friends'. She's the one that really helps and you want to work with.
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02 Feb, 2015 by Dante
Jennifer is an outstanding immigration lawyer. She helped me change my F-1 status to H1B and ultimately obtain permanent residency. She always kept me updated and answered all my questions promptly during this long and complex process. I highly recommend Jennifer for immigration matters.
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09 Nov, 2014 by Anonymous
An error with Adobe Acrobat screwed up our AOS process. I entered our original marriage date and the printer in my home broke for unknown reasons. I had to copy the I-485 form in an external USB drive and took it to FedEx for printing. Unfortunately, when I opened the document in FedEx, Adobe defaulted the marriage date to current date. I did not know this until I received an RFE which stated that the marriage date in application does not match the date in certificate. The amount of evidence required was enormous and the verbiage in the RFE was like Latin (We weren't able to understand a single sentence). That's when we met Jennifer to help us with the RFE and she was very professional, knowledgeable and guided us with the right documents. The way she organized the documents was phenomenal. Our AOS was approved in 3 days after USCIS received the response for RFE. I would highly recommend her for any immigration questions or issues.
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01 Sep, 2020 by Michael
Public Defenders have a general reputation of being pro-government. In fact, on the streets they are called "Public Pretenders." Mr. Uller is anything but.
I had the pleasure of having Josh represent me while on parole/probation for (I still don't understand the difference!) for (believe it or not) tax evasion from 1998! My conviction was in October of 2014 and was the result of a plea bargain I agreed to only because the feds were harassing my family. Despite my acquiescence to the Federal Mafia, my mom and only brother haven't spoken to me since.
Mr. Uller is kind, hard-working, patient, intelligent, and soft-spoken, unlike any other lawyer I had the displeasure to work with. Thank you, Esquire!
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09 Jun, 2016 by Nicolas
Mr Uller is a great lawyer, i was facing a drug misdemeanor and he helped me as much as he could to lower the fine and not going to jail.
I will recommend for sure Mr Uller for his professionalism.
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02 Dec, 2015 by Darry
Mr.uller worked on my federal case and he did a great job. Mr.uller was very professional and he knows law,he was very efficient and effective when dealing with court proceedings. He made sure he made all his schedule appointments and if not I knew that he couldn't attend ahead of time. Mr. Uller stated facts he never let me interpret things that were not the truth, meaning I went in every situation knowing any outcome nothing was ever guaranteed. He gets to know his clients . Mr uller is very smart and is a great lawyer I strongly recommend hiring him if you need a great defense attorney.
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15 Sep, 2023 by Shannon
I have hired Johnathan twice over the past couple of years. Johnathan is very supportive and understanding. He takes time to listen. He provides clear and thorough explanations of all options and is transparent in his recommendations. Johnathan is honest and straightforward. He truly cares about justice and equity and will advocate with persistent tenacity on behalf of his clients. I recommend Jonathan as a lawyer for employment, labor, business, and real estate matters. I would also recommend Johnathan as a resource for any other legal needs. He is very knowledgeable and provides sound and reliable advice.
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11 Mar, 2021 by Anonymous
My husband and I hired Jonathan after having a dispute with a contractor. This was the first time either one of us had ever hired a lawyer. Jonathan was highly recommended by a colleague and we immediately understood why. I texted him requesting urgent help on a Thursday night as our issue was time sensitive. He responded that evening and by Friday morning, we had hired him. He was able to efficiently gather enough information to start addressing our urgent concern that Friday afternoon. Within the week, our situation was resolved to our satisfaction. His responsiveness and professionalism was outstanding. He helped set expectations and educate us. He was upfront about expected costs for our case and when we ended up exceeding that, he honored his initial quote. We are in the middle of an adoption and he told us to take the difference of the quote and actual cost of his services and apply it towards the adoption. It was not expected and he certainly was not obligated to do this but was greatly appreciated. If we ever need a lawyer again, we will not hesitate to reach out. I have already provided his information to another co-worker.
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04 Sep, 2019 by Gail
My job was eliminated after 18 yrs. I was 1 of 3 over age 60 eliminated. Since there were new employees and less seniority employees , i felt i was let go unfairly with age discrimination. Jonathan fought for a new severance contract against the medical corporation and won. He achieved double the severance i was offered per "their protocol" that was unfair. Jonathan was kind, calm, explained what i didnt understand ( which was most legal terminology!) And worked with me as my own advocate. Advising and suggesting. Timely , tenacious ( did not let down his drive to succeed in our goal.) Smart , timely, direct. I consulted and hired him within 2 days of losing my job. Highly recommend Jonathan.
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05 Dec, 2023 by Anonymous
Explained and gave good advice on an offer to purchase a new single family home.
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21 Oct, 2020 by Julie staffin -
Tom was amazing to work with. He was easy to communicate with and answered all of questions. He helped us through the process and we received a favorable outcome. I highly recommend him.
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04 May, 2019 by Anonymous
Tom provided excellent legal services and guidance in our family member’s disability claim. This was our third attempt, and without his representation we would not have won our appeal. He also expertly assisted us with family estate issues.
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02 Mar, 2017 by Anonymous
I can't say enough for Attorney Mann!
He is a grate attorney and knows his stuff. He is also a very reasonable attorney priced right for what he does, don't have to pay huge fees. Honest and Fair and above all caring attorney he reads between the lines doesn't just show up to court and read the facts while there. I would highly without a doubt recommended him, hands down.
Thank you Jeffery Mann for all you do...
Aaron
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02 Mar, 2017 by Timi marie
I had to file an appeal, due to several mistakes made with my original defense team. I was appointed Attorney Mann. We spoke several times, he listened, he read my documents, and we met months later in court. He is the best lawyer, also, honest! It's hard to find an honest defense attorney. He is, he will be up front, and he found many mistakes that I had not. With his hard work, I was awarded a year off of supervision. That meant the world to me. I would not recommend any other attorney in Wisconsin for any reason. He will go above and beyond, help explain everything, especially important when you're scared. My family and I will be forever grateful. Thank you Attorney Mann.
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15 Nov, 2016 by Anonymous
Jeff is my go to guy for any legal problems that I have or may encounter in my life. He is a honest, kind and straight forward guy who knows how to get the job done. I would recommend him to anyone, he will do what will best interest you and your case.
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30 Jan, 2020 by Kylor
I have never had a lawyer up until recently and was always uneasy about having one. After meeting with her just once for 15 minutes, my feelings about having a lawyer quickly changed. She got straight to the point, and told me how things were going to be. I appreciated that because I don't like it when people sugar coat or try and tell you things they think you want to hear. Through every step of the process, she was always answering my questions, and in contact with me, whether it was her or her assistant. She helped out so incredibly much and I know because of her, things got settled and taken care of. If you hire Sara, you won't be disappointed. I know I wasn't.
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04 Sep, 2014 by Jeremy
Sara is an excellent lawyer. She kept me informed and kept my best interest in mind when dealing with my case. She was prompt in communications with me and dealt with communication requests through face to face contact, as well as technologically through email. So, we were always in touch and making forward progress. I always felt, whether it was in meetings or in communication, she kept my financial limitations in mind while still providing great service and a great work product. I would highly recommend Sara to anyone, including family and friends.
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05 Jun, 2014 by Caryn
Sara was great at working with my husband's lawyer and both looking out for their clients in a collaborative way. She let me know what next steps were and made sure that financially and mentally I was prepared for what was ahead. I had some odd things with my divorce that in the end turned out positive for me even though I ended up paying. Because Sara had my best interests in mind my pay structure is time limited and set. I also have tax implications that are positive for me.
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08 Jan, 2014 by Anonymous
Franklin had probably one of his simplest divorces ever with mine. He was easy to talk to from the first meeting till the last. Always returned my calls. He got everything done that needed to be done. In a timely manner. Franklin done it the right way. I feel outside of work he is a great guy. I would highly recommend him to handle whatever you need legally done.
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05 Nov, 2013 by Jason
Franklin did an excellent job with our custody battle. He understood the court system and what was needed. We hired Franklin in the during the summer and he made a point to hold a hearing in Aug so my daughter could be enrolled in our school system. We were able to show the courts how well she did during the year at our house and in school. During this time, Franklin had instructed us as to what documents we needed to obtain. I would recommend Franklin Kirk for child custody lawyer.
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27 Jun, 2013 by Anonymous
Always kept us informed of what he was doing, returned calls and emails promptly and when asked questions always answered us with respect. Did not treat us like we were asking dumb questions and explained things so we could understand them.
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06 Dec, 2021 by Sandra
My divorce was long, drawn out and complicated prior to hiring Attorney Amber Ragonese. She gets things done! Her knowledge of family court and the law is unmatched. Anytime I had a question, I was given every scenario so I could make the best decision for my future. She pushed me towards a resolution, not another disagreement. Which I feel is so crucial during a divorce. It’s so easy to get distracted by all of your emotions during a time like this. Amber is an excellent listener and her calm demeanor kept me very grounded and focused. She was always organized and prepared from something as simple as emails and phone calls to more complicated in person court appearances and zoom court calls. Most importantly, I was able to settle my case without going to trial. Which saved me so much stress! I highly recommend Amber and truly trust that anyone who hires her, will feel the same.
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22 May, 2021 by Anonymous
Amber was a great help to our family. She advocated for us every step of the way, remained professional throughout, and was very knowledgable. She was always quick to respond with communication and kept me in the loop every step of the way. I have had other lawyers in the past for this matter, but Amber was by far the best. I am glad that we worked with her, as she went above and beyond for us and we came out with a good outcome. Thank you, so much!
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18 Sep, 2020 by Ashlie
I retained Attorney Amber Ragonese for a post judgement case. Absolutely amazing and responsive service. She is very knowledgeable, provided great suggestions, great negotiations and on top of all that, she was able to put up with me! I would recommend Amber to anyone needing a family lawyer and will definitely use her in the future if needed.
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01 Jul, 2021 by Christine
I was with the bigger firm but I was not a big enough fish, transferred my case to Mr. Witte, he got it done, was personable and available for questions and did it all in a timely manner! Thanks Luke!
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13 Jul, 2016 by Anonymous
I have had the pleasure of working with Luke and his team for 2 really bad car accidents (9/2015 and 1/2016). When I first met Luke I appreciated that he listened to all my concerns, answered all my questions and did not give me the typical lawyer pitch on how he could help me get a large some of money. Instead Luke told me exactly what the process would look like, realistic timelines as to how long the process would take and even step by step directions on what I should do if I chose not to use a lawyer. Luke and his team have been very responsive to my emails regarding my cases. Based on my results from my first case I know that he goes over and beyond to make sure you are compensated fairly. Thank you Luke Witte and team for being an absolutely stellar law office!
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23 Jul, 2015 by Julie
Attorney Luke Witte won a settlement for me on a case that several other attorneys refused to take. Luke is extremely thorough, knowledgeable, and competent. He always kept me updated and informed in a timely fashion on the progress of my pending case. Luke was readily available any time I had questions or concerns. I found Luke to be very trustworthy and I most appreciated the way he spoke directly to me and was able to explain legalese in layman’s terms. Without hesitation, I would highly recommend Attorney Luke Witte.
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24 Jul, 2024 by Anonymous
Attorney Hallac is an amazing Attorney. She really cares about you and your case. She is very professional and knowledgeable.
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07 May, 2019 by Heather
Jacqueline was amazing. She was very professional, she took the time to research the case and get familiar with the past orders on our case. She came to court on time and was completely prepared for each and every hearing. She went above and beyond to send info to the GAL and the social worker that helped tremendously. She was professional, but fought hard for me to keep what has been in place and working for my children for the last 10 years.
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22 Oct, 2018 by Sindy
In 2017 I hired Jacqueline as my divorce attorney. Jacqueline was the 2nd divorce attorney I hired. Shortly into the divorce process I realized my divorce was going to be complicated and messy. I needed a lawyer that was going to "fight" for my best interests and not back down. I remember meeting Jacqueline for the first time and leaving her office thinking she was going to be my "Olivia Pope". Through the process, Jacqueline provided support, guidance and honesty. Jacqueline carried herself with the upmost ethical standards. Jacqueline displayed a strong commitment to successfully settling my case. During every visit with Jacqueline she actively displayed a high degree of honesty, loyalty and integrity. I would highly recommend Jacqueline to anyone looking for a lawyer that is a fighter. Thank you Jacqueline for everything you did for me and my kids.
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30 Oct, 2024 by Anonymous
This group of women is beyond perfect! They are caring, knowledgeable, and always have time to answer any questions. If you don’t understand, they are always willing to help and explain . Keep up the great work ladies.
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17 Mar, 2023 by Astrid
Having an injury is hard, but Ms. Esser made the whole process of rectifying the injury easy and painless. Lines of communication were always open, and I knew exactly what was going on in my case every step of the way. I would recommend Ms. Esser and her team to anyone needing an injury lawyer.
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25 Jul, 2016 by Paula
This is the first time I've ever needed a lawyer for anything and was a bit nervous with what I needed to be doing throughout the process. Christine Esser was always helpful and kind and thorough with explanations of all I asked.
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06 Aug, 2024 by Destiny barton
I'm eternally grateful to Rob for all of his help with my case. He's patient, compassionate, and communicative. I would highly recommend him to anyone going through the challenges of disability law. Thank you so much again.
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29 Feb, 2024 by Sue olds
Very poor communication, does not respond to emails. Many mistakes made in my case. Not experienced in big cases with more than one attorney involved…he shared that with me in the process of settling my case. Charges a larger percentage than other firms.
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19 May, 2022 by Anonymous
John Binder is absolutely amazing to work with. He is not only smart, savvy with some really strong wins, but he also knows the law and precedent so well. John was a therapist, a strategist and an an amazing advocate. He never got rattled, he worked with us through a tough DUI case to make sure that our rights were maintained under the law. Thank you John...
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19 May, 2022 by Matt
I wish I could give 100 stars, 5 just isn't enough. Mr. Binder is an outstanding lawyer and anyone should have the utmost confidence when hiring him.
I hired him for a drug related case vs the State of Wisconsin. I was facing 9 felony charges. The most serious one up to 40 years in prison and the others weren't much better; together they totaled 143 years maximum imprisonment exposure. On top of this, the prosecutor was no slouch, quite the opposite in fact, lots of prison is always what he wants and he doesn't budge on that. This prosecutor actively tried to make my charges sound worse than they really were to the judge during the hearings to a blatant degree; I got the feeling the State really wanted to put me away for a long time, which was terrifying.
From day one I always got the impression that Mr. Binder worked tirelessly on my case, doing everything and researching everything that he possibly could to get me the best decision possible. I also got the impression that he genuinely cared about my wellbeing and was invested in the outcome of my case far past any payment, and I was right (read to end to see why). To begin, Mr. Binder and his firm secured my bail at $5000, when the State asked for $100,000. Mr. Binder poured over every piece of evidence while crafting my defense and kept me in the loop the entire time. He was able to successfully elongate my case, always getting at least 3 months between hearings, if not more. In conjunction with that, he gave me tips and ideas on what I could do to best boost my chances of a favorable verdict, which turned out to be very helpful. As a result, I had the time I needed to follow through with his suggestions and I am confident that they saved me a lot of prison time. Throughout the case Mr. Binder made himself available whenever I had questions or concerns and he always took the time to explain everything in great detail to me; often times this would take up hours of his time and I always felt as though he was glad to do it. The initial plea offer from the State was 8 years in prison, which Mr. Binder thought was unnecessarily high and he was able to get the plea down to some amount of prison time, left to the Court's decision, with the ability for the Defense to argue. With this prosecutor that seemed like magic. In the end, he was able to argue for 4 years of probation with 9 months of condition time (3 months straight time, 6 months Huber) and an imposed and stayed sentence of a few years. I was not fined at all, and I was able to get a report date 1 month out from my sentence date instead of being taken to jail right after sentencing. This is where most lawyers would end it, but not Mr. Binder. He continued to keep in contact with me and help me navigate the Huber situation; he reached out multiple times to the HOC in attempts to get information from them, get them to guarantee my release for Huber (HOC makes their own rules and can just ignore what the judge says, doesn't make sense at all, broken system) and possibly get me electronic monitoring instead (still up in the air, but probably a no due to my charges, nothing he can do about that). The HOC is wholly incompetent in every regard, yet Mr. Binder keeps trying, and keep in mind, he is not obligated to at all, my case is over, he can walk away anytime he wants, but he's choosing to go far above and beyond and it's fantastic. Mr. Binder is not just a phenomenal lawyer, he is a phenomenal human being as well, and it shows in many ways. He is the type of lawyer that all others should strive to be like and live up to.
The bottom line is, hiring Mr. Binder was the best decision I could have made. If you want a truly outstanding lawyer who will do everything he can for you and treat you like his friend or family, Mr. Binder is your man. Do not hesitate to hire him.
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12 Feb, 2022 by Anonymous
I was pretty devastated about my situation until I called John. He had been recommended to me by someone I trust and almost immediately made me feel better about what was going on. We sat down and talked. By the end of the conversation, I was sure I picked the right guy. From then on, he had everything under control. Any time something came up, he handled it and let me know. Every time I asked him something, he had the answer or got back to me right away. I once called hm in a panic because I missed a form in the mail and thought I was going to lose my license. He had already submitted the form for me. I called him when my scram broke and fell off in the middle of the night and he got ahold of all the right people and I was able to make it right without me being non compliant. This court appearance was one of biggest things to happen in my life. This was going to change everything. I can’t believe the relief I felt when I walked away with a dismissal. John got me through one of the roughest patches in my life. His help was worth every penny. I will absolutely be recommending him to anyone I know that finds themselves where I found myself.
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09 Jun, 2017 by Karen
We hired Thomas Murphy to oversee the purchase of our first home. He was very detail oriented in our initial consultation. He thoroughly reviewed all the documents related to our purchase both prior to hiring him through closing. I really appreciated the checklist he sent after our initial consultation. It included all the dates that we needed to be aware of and I referred back to it frequently.
During this stressful period, Thomas was quick to respond to all of our inquiries. Be it phone call or email he responded after office hours and on weekends which allowed us to make more informed decisions when we had tight deadlines. We counted on and trusted his advice and were very happy with the results.
We couldn't have made a better decision than to hire Thomas. He really eased the strain related to buying a home and was a pleasure to work with. He offered very fair rates for the service he provided. We will be returning to him for our other legal needs and couldn't recommend him more highly.
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21 Apr, 2017 by Ruben
Thom helped us with our bankruptcy process. He is very realiable, fast response and very easy to work with. I would recomend his/their service to any one looking for help. I talked to many lawyers and most of them seem to be interested about the payment but not the problem. They treated us with respect and understood our situation without putting the money as priority. Thank you for your BIG HELP THOM!!
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10 Apr, 2017 by Anna
I would highly recommend Tom for anyone looking to buy a home. He was a great source of knowledge and clearly explained everything to me in an understandable manner, as this was my first home purchase. He was super detailed and was great at communication, he always answered emails and phone calls in a timely manner. I felt like he actually cared about representing my best interests in the negotiation of the home purchase, and went above and beyond to get us what we needed. I know I will use him again for any future legal matters that I may have and I highly recommend him to anyone who needs an attorney.
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08 Sep, 2014 by Lydia
I am a former client of Sarah Ruffi. I was very pleased with her representation of my business. She is personable, knowledgeable and to the point. Would definitely refer her to a friend!
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22 May, 2013 by Sherry
Sarah was an incredible Attorney that settled our case in the most efficient and timely manner. We would recommend Sarah as an Attorney that puts her clients best interests first and foremost. She was very prompt with looking into our case and getting everything settled as quickly as possibly. Sarah was recommended to us by a friend, and, was the best recommendation we could have ever received. We are very grateful!
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09 Aug, 2012 by Rod
Besides being extremely knowledgeable, Sarah was very professional, unassuming and understanding. Conversations with Sarah always ended with a calming effect, a sense of direction and the perception that the situation was under control. Overall, I was very pleased with the point blank, non-emotional, fact driven and timely responses that I received from Sarah. She made what we thought was a mess into a very understandable, beneficial and controlled transaction.
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