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08 Jul, 2024 by Latosha cox
Carolyn George is truly amazing! she was very understanding and compassionate to my needs. She handled my case effectively and made sure I was treated fairly every step of the way. She updated me with new information regularly and she worked hard to make sure I received what I deserved.
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08 Jul, 2024 by Kit evelly
Carlo De Oliveira is a very competent, professional and loyal attorney. He is very thorough and pays close attention to detail. He always has your best interest in mind. I have never met an attorney with more integrity. He is honest and loyal to both his firm and the clients he serves. He takes a personal interest in each and every case and is always up front about possible outcomes. His only requirement of his clients is complete honesty. Every attorney should strive to be like him. I highly recommend his firm and his services.
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08 Jul, 2024 by Latosha cox
Carolyn George is truly amazing! she was very understanding and compassionate to my needs. She handled my case effectively and made sure I was treated fairly every step of the way. She updated me with new information regularly and she worked hard to make sure I received what I deserved.
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08 Jul, 2024 by Kit evelly
Carlo De Oliveira is a very competent, professional and loyal attorney. He is very thorough and pays close attention to detail. He always has your best interest in mind. I have never met an attorney with more integrity. He is honest and loyal to both his firm and the clients he serves. He takes a personal interest in each and every case and is always up front about possible outcomes. His only requirement of his clients is complete honesty. Every attorney should strive to be like him. I highly recommend his firm and his services.
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08 Jul, 2024 by Latosha cox
Carolyn George is truly amazing! she was very understanding and compassionate to my needs. She handled my case effectively and made sure I was treated fairly every step of the way. She updated me with new information regularly and she worked hard to make sure I received what I deserved.
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08 Jul, 2024 by Kit evelly
Carlo De Oliveira is a very competent, professional and loyal attorney. He is very thorough and pays close attention to detail. He always has your best interest in mind. I have never met an attorney with more integrity. He is honest and loyal to both his firm and the clients he serves. He takes a personal interest in each and every case and is always up front about possible outcomes. His only requirement of his clients is complete honesty. Every attorney should strive to be like him. I highly recommend his firm and his services.
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08 Jul, 2024 by Latosha cox
Carolyn George is truly amazing! she was very understanding and compassionate to my needs. She handled my case effectively and made sure I was treated fairly every step of the way. She updated me with new information regularly and she worked hard to make sure I received what I deserved.
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08 Jul, 2024 by Kit evelly
Carlo De Oliveira is a very competent, professional and loyal attorney. He is very thorough and pays close attention to detail. He always has your best interest in mind. I have never met an attorney with more integrity. He is honest and loyal to both his firm and the clients he serves. He takes a personal interest in each and every case and is always up front about possible outcomes. His only requirement of his clients is complete honesty. Every attorney should strive to be like him. I highly recommend his firm and his services.
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08 Jul, 2024 by Latosha cox
Carolyn George is truly amazing! she was very understanding and compassionate to my needs. She handled my case effectively and made sure I was treated fairly every step of the way. She updated me with new information regularly and she worked hard to make sure I received what I deserved.
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08 Jul, 2024 by Kit evelly
Carlo De Oliveira is a very competent, professional and loyal attorney. He is very thorough and pays close attention to detail. He always has your best interest in mind. I have never met an attorney with more integrity. He is honest and loyal to both his firm and the clients he serves. He takes a personal interest in each and every case and is always up front about possible outcomes. His only requirement of his clients is complete honesty. Every attorney should strive to be like him. I highly recommend his firm and his services.
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18 Apr, 2024 by Deborah grenier
Carlo de'Oliveira represented our special needs son this year. Not only did he connect us with great local professionals that evaluated our son to better help him with his disability in his school setting but also persuaded the school to help keep him in his local district and community, which is important to us. Carlo was very thorough and responsive throughout the entire process. His expertise in this field of law is incredible. He was always easy to reach by phone, text or email. Even when he was busy in court proceedings, he found a way to communicate with us. I have never had such great communication with an attorney! Not to mention results! He managed to get everything resolved with the district through their attorneys, to our complete satisfaction, actually beyond our expectations, without having to go to court! On a personal level, I do believe that Carlo has deep compassion for special needs students and follows up often, asking how our son is doing and making sure that he is getting the services that benefit him most. My husband and I cannot be more pleased with Carlo and are so thankful that we learned about him. We are privileged to have had him as our son's attorney.
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13 Feb, 2024 by Taseana richards
I was in a car accident back in 2022 I was referred to another attorneys office that did not help me. In 2023 I was referred to Carolyn George, she is kind, patient and very helpful! The time she put into my case I could tell that she cared and wanted what was best for me. She won my settlement! If you are looking for an attorney that is caring I would recommend reaching out to her. Thank you again Carolyn you are the best!
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08 Jul, 2024 by Kel bell
Did a great job in a very difficult time in my life
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08 Jul, 2024 by F. wahab
Joanne Monagan and team is very professional and knowledgeable. I am glad I chose them to represent me through this process. I highly recommend their services. Thank you O'Brien & Associates.
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08 Jul, 2024 by Kenneth cross
Very professional but yet friendly. Listen to my concerns and put my mind at ease I would definitely recommend them and I will be using them in the future.
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08 Jul, 2024 by Marie baker
They were very professional, create a comfortable atmosphere. They know the laws and could make reference to my case.
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08 Jul, 2024 by F. wahab
Joanne Monagan and team is very professional and knowledgeable. I am glad I chose them to represent me through this process. I highly recommend their services. Thank you O'Brien & Associates.
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08 Jul, 2024 by F. wahab
Joanne Monagan and team is very professional and knowledgeable. I am glad I chose them to represent me through this process. I highly recommend their services. Thank you O'Brien & Associates.
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Joanne Monagan and team is very professional and knowledgeable. I am glad I chose them to represent me through this process. I highly recommend their services. Thank you O'Brien & Associates.
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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:

  1. What experience do you have with cases similar to mine?
    Ensure the lawyer has relevant experience in the specific area of law pertaining to your case.
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  2. Experience and Specialization:
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      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.
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      Common in personal injury cases; the lawyer receives a percentage (typically 25% to 40%) of any settlement or award.
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