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02 Jun, 2022 by Kathy
Richard --Made my life 100% better and resolved all my problems
and KNOWS the law. I was placed in a very DIFFICULT situation
because my sister was deem unable to take care of herself.
She had NO Will or Power of Attorney paperwork done and was placed in a nursing home after being hospitalized Even
though everyone was telling her to prepare her legal paperwork
She always said --I am NOT going anywhere !
Thank goodness I met Mr Pakola. He is so personable and kind
He knew how to get me Guardianship of My sister's estate-set up paperwork and prepared me extremely well versed for the court hearing so there was NO need to worry. He goes well beyond his job --even calling me on the day of trial to ask if I had any questions or concerns ! If I could place 10 Stars I would !
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07 Jan, 2025 by Mark rosselli
Just wanted to share my experience using Adams Law Firm. Jeff and his team were amazing during our family's difficult time, due to no fault of our own. Jeff assured us right from the start that he would be there every step of the way. He addressed any concerns we had and put us at ease. Jeff kept his word and made the process as effortless as possible on our part. Everything was handled in a timely manner with the utmost professionalism and courtesy. Simply put, if I could give Jeff and
his team higher than 5 stars I would. Adams Law Firm is the way
to go. Would highly recommend using Adams Law Firm!
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07 Jan, 2025 by Michael marinelli
He knows his business and understands the laws !
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18 Nov, 2024 by Kelly whalen
5 STARS PLUS!! I can't thank Jeff and Nadia enough!!!! THANK YOU - THANK YOU!! Highly recommend this Law Firm!!! They TRULY care about their clients!!
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07 Jan, 2025 by Mark rosselli
Just wanted to share my experience using Adams Law Firm. Jeff and his team were amazing during our family's difficult time, due to no fault of our own. Jeff assured us right from the start that he would be there every step of the way. He addressed any concerns we had and put us at ease. Jeff kept his word and made the process as effortless as possible on our part. Everything was handled in a timely manner with the utmost professionalism and courtesy. Simply put, if I could give Jeff and
his team higher than 5 stars I would. Adams Law Firm is the way
to go. Would highly recommend using Adams Law Firm!
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07 Jan, 2025 by Michael marinelli
He knows his business and understands the laws !
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18 Nov, 2024 by Kelly whalen
5 STARS PLUS!! I can't thank Jeff and Nadia enough!!!! THANK YOU - THANK YOU!! Highly recommend this Law Firm!!! They TRULY care about their clients!!
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26 Jul, 2019 by Neil
By far the best lawyer for a divorce. Very, very fair. Extremely knowledgeable. Fights for you, not with you. Having Shawn in your corner is all you need. Each and every person that works in the office are extremely nice and go out of their way to help you. Very satisfied with the results.
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19 Feb, 2025 by Gen mckenna
Very happy with how supportive and communicative the Attorney and Attorney’s team have been throughout the process! Highly recommend 10/10 ✨
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17 Jan, 2025 by Kevin garcianajarro
Muchas gracias por la ayuda de mi caso de inmigracion
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15 Jan, 2025 by Jose lagos
Muy bueno 👌
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20 Aug, 2018 by Anthony
Sadly Kelly Burgoon was not helpful to me.
She did not explain what Pendente Lite in a divorce proceeding means. Basically, it says , that is as long as the case is going on, the defendant has to pay the needs of the plaintiff. I had been paying my wife, $2100 per month, the same amount I had given her when we were together. With the Judge's decision I had to pay her $4,500.
In the reargument, , my application was rejected out of hand, because Ms. Burgoon missed the cut-off date for filling. With both motions, I lost and had to pay my wife's attorney $9,000,
When in our final meeting, I expressed my dissatisfaction, because I had paid Ms. Burgoon $40,000. But also, there was no end in sight for a settlement. Ms. Burgoon then said that I needed to pay her an additional $7,500 immediately. If I did not pay, she said, I would have to get yourselfa new lawyer.
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03 Apr, 2017 by Anonymous
Was a very fair lawyer. Did not waste time or money and was straight to the point with me. I would recommend her to friend.
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