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03 May, 2024 by Hang pox
02 Apr, 2024 by Adam hole
05 Mar, 2024 by Aaron g.
28 Aug, 2024 by Bev’s gear
Jackie and Troy were super helpful and precise with our filings, producing a great outcome for our family. Thanks you both so much!
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12 Jun, 2024 by Kristin baker
Chellie was great a simplifying all that was required. She worked with me to make the paperwork seamless.
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05 Jun, 2024 by Alicia macy
I cannot say enough good things about Joshua Brunner and his office, Envision Family Law. From the moment I met them, I knew I was in capable and compassionate hands. After a series of disappointing experiences with other attorneys who seemed more interested in their fees than my case, Mr.Brunner was a breath of fresh air. They truly listened to my concerns, understood my needs, and advocated for me every step of the way.
Their dedication to my case was evident in their meticulous attention to detail and their unwavering support. Mr.Brunner provided me with clear guidance and realistic expectations, always keeping my best interests at heart. Their expertise in family law is unparalleled, and their strategic approach made gave me the strength to keep going. Even when I felt like I couldn’t.
I only wish I had met Mr.Brunner and his team at the beginning of my divorce process. They turned a very difficult and stressful situation into a manageable one and restored my faith in the legal system. If you need a family law attorney who will represent you with integrity, empathy, and exceptional skill, look no further than Joshua Brunner, Envision Family Law Bellingham Wa
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22 Jul, 2024 by Anonymous
Love Emily and the team! They are responsive informative and easy to work with! Also got my case dismissed couldn't be any happier! Thank you Beschen Law team!!!
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28 Dec, 2023 by Matthew
I came to Beschen law from the recommendation of a well respected family law attorney in Bellingham to handle an DVOP. Emily is top notch. You won’t regret hiring her. She’s very smart, and pays attention to all the details that may have an effect later on. I ended up being able to see my two daughters that my ex was keeping from me. Thank you Emily and Teddy for all your hard work.
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03 Oct, 2023 by Trevor
Emily is the absolute best at what she does. I retained Emily's services in my darkest hour. She single-handedly pulled me out of the depths and gave me a new chance in life. If you are looking for someone who will be in your corner when the chips are down, Emily is the one.
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28 Aug, 2024 by Bev’s gear
Jackie and Troy were super helpful and precise with our filings, producing a great outcome for our family. Thanks you both so much!
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12 Jun, 2024 by Kristin baker
Chellie was great a simplifying all that was required. She worked with me to make the paperwork seamless.
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05 Jun, 2024 by Alicia macy
I cannot say enough good things about Joshua Brunner and his office, Envision Family Law. From the moment I met them, I knew I was in capable and compassionate hands. After a series of disappointing experiences with other attorneys who seemed more interested in their fees than my case, Mr.Brunner was a breath of fresh air. They truly listened to my concerns, understood my needs, and advocated for me every step of the way.
Their dedication to my case was evident in their meticulous attention to detail and their unwavering support. Mr.Brunner provided me with clear guidance and realistic expectations, always keeping my best interests at heart. Their expertise in family law is unparalleled, and their strategic approach made gave me the strength to keep going. Even when I felt like I couldn’t.
I only wish I had met Mr.Brunner and his team at the beginning of my divorce process. They turned a very difficult and stressful situation into a manageable one and restored my faith in the legal system. If you need a family law attorney who will represent you with integrity, empathy, and exceptional skill, look no further than Joshua Brunner, Envision Family Law Bellingham Wa
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23 Mar, 2021 by Anonymous
We met with Steven about creating our living trusts, having been told by our family attorney that we didn’t need a trust because probate is “so simple” in Washington. It turned out that his flat fee for three clearly worded trusts was significantly less expensive than probate costs for one of us (which our children would have had to pay for out of their inheritance). Steve had all the trust documents ready to sign by the end of the week and we’re quite happy with the work. He is a very easy person to work with. No hard sell or pressure, just straight answers and efficiency. We highly recommend him!
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01 Nov, 2020 by Bill
Steven was available on very short notice and was able to work with me to complete all of the necessary documents the same day that I contacted him. He was flexible under challenging circumstances and I highly recommend.
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01 May, 2020 by Robert
Steve created our Trust, our Durable Powers of Atty.-General and Health Care and Health Care Directives, and out Wills. He provided us a Quit Claim Deed that allowed us to name the new Trust as owner of our new refi mortgage. He was very prompt in getting us our drafts, and the drafts were very thorough. After we read through them, he answered questions we had, and helped us understand our documents. When our input and changes were finalized, he got our final documents ready quickly. He also provided us PDF’s of all our final documents. He was easy to work with, and efficient with the process. He was provided all our documents for a package price, which was helpful for our budget, and knowing we wouldn’t be billed separately for each office and phone visit. We got the entire process done much more quickly than we anticipated. We would highly recommend him for Estate Planning documents.
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30 Apr, 2022 by Linda
Bob (Mr. Wolle) and his assistants Aime and Katrina were very kind, generous with their time, professional, and knowledgeable. They guided me through all processes and made sure I had everything in order. They were patient with all my questions. Bob and his team made sure I was educated in the process of bankruptcy and was there "by my side" at the finish line. I highly recommend this legal team!
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03 Feb, 2022 by Anonymous
Timely manner, information and process disclosure, price wise, very professional.
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20 Jul, 2021 by Aime
I hired Mr. Wolle for my bankruptcy matter, and found quickly that he was extremely kind, generous, professional, and knowledgeable. He is a phenomenal attorney. His knowledge of the law and response times (calls, emails, requests, etc.) were more than I could ask for. He walked me through the process and made sure I had everything documented to have a successful case. He was very patient with all my questions and made sure I had the knowledge of the bankruptcy process to make all the right decisions. I would highly recommend Mr. Wolle to anyone I know.
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21 May, 2021 by Terrel
Ziad and all that work with him at his firm were so helpful and driven to get the best results for me. Always were there to answer any questions I had and always had my best interests in mind!
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11 Apr, 2021 by Carlos
Ziad and his team went above and beyond with their customer service. I truly feel that they care about their customers on a personal level and I felt confident in their legal knowledge from the start. This is the type of law firm that you can trust for life.
Highly recommended
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11 Apr, 2021 by Jansey
I have been using Youssef's law firm for about 5 years now, in my opinion his law firm that have the experience and the knowledge to handle any case in court plus they stay in contact with you to update you and guide you thru the litigation process, is a law firm I recommend to anyone.
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09 Feb, 2024 by Miao wang
Scott Railton is an exceptional lawyer whose expertise and dedication were instrumental in helping my wife and me obtain our green card. When our PERM process hit a roadblock last year, Scott recommended pursuing a National Interest Waiver (NIW) when other THREE lawyers I consulted with had turned us away. His unwavering confidence and strategic approach paid off when our NIW application was approved, marking a life-changing moment for our family.
Recently, we filed our Form I-485, and thanks to Scott's professional guidance, our green card was approved just three months later! Without his expert assistance, achieving this milestone so swiftly would have been impossible. I HIGHLY recommend Scott Railton to anyone navigating the green card process; his skill and dedication are unmatched.
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23 Jan, 2024 by Tiffany kirk
I had an exceptional experience with Halley Fisher and the team at Cascadia Cross-Border Law. Halley's expertise, dedication, and attention to detail were instrumental in successfully navigating my US immigration process. I highly recommend their services to anyone seeking professional and reliable assistance with immigration matters. Thank you for your outstanding work, Halley! I look forward to continuing to work with you in the future.
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11 Dec, 2023 by Rafael bustamante
My experience with Halley Fisher and Greg Boos at Cascadia Cross-Border Law was exceptional. Clear communication, excellent timing, detailed instructions, thorough documentation, and availability for consultation were beyond my expectations. A delight to work with them.
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10 Jun, 2021 by Anonymous
Highly recommend. Straight shooter, kind, compassionate, and fights hard for his clients.
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29 Dec, 2020 by Sam
We were very happy with Doug's representation. It was a very, long process, but he guided us every step of the way. He answered every question and never made us feel like we were wasting his time. Plus, he's just a good person. I would strongly recommend Doug to anyone looking for a kind and highly competent attorney.
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28 Sep, 2020 by Timothy
Doug is a lawyer that you want in your corner , On any Issue Thanks DOug
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09 Feb, 2024 by Miao wang
Scott Railton is an exceptional lawyer whose expertise and dedication were instrumental in helping my wife and me obtain our green card. When our PERM process hit a roadblock last year, Scott recommended pursuing a National Interest Waiver (NIW) when other THREE lawyers I consulted with had turned us away. His unwavering confidence and strategic approach paid off when our NIW application was approved, marking a life-changing moment for our family.
Recently, we filed our Form I-485, and thanks to Scott's professional guidance, our green card was approved just three months later! Without his expert assistance, achieving this milestone so swiftly would have been impossible. I HIGHLY recommend Scott Railton to anyone navigating the green card process; his skill and dedication are unmatched.
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23 Jan, 2024 by Tiffany kirk
I had an exceptional experience with Halley Fisher and the team at Cascadia Cross-Border Law. Halley's expertise, dedication, and attention to detail were instrumental in successfully navigating my US immigration process. I highly recommend their services to anyone seeking professional and reliable assistance with immigration matters. Thank you for your outstanding work, Halley! I look forward to continuing to work with you in the future.
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11 Dec, 2023 by Rafael bustamante
My experience with Halley Fisher and Greg Boos at Cascadia Cross-Border Law was exceptional. Clear communication, excellent timing, detailed instructions, thorough documentation, and availability for consultation were beyond my expectations. A delight to work with them.
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31 May, 2024 by Laura
I contacted Patrick Lackie to assist me with a demand letter for a judgment that I was attempting to collect. He was one of the few attorneys that responded and said he could help me. Patrick wrote several letters on my behalf and was able to solicit a response and offer from a defendant that had promised to pay but then ghosted me. Patrick is very responsive; I was very happy that he did everything that he said he would do and in a timely manner. I highly recommend Patrick Lackie!
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21 Jul, 2020 by Jen
After I was falsely accused of a crime and was assigned ineffective assistance of counsel, Patrick appeared from out of the blue, took my case, and got the charges dismissed.
I don't think I spoke with him or corresponded with him for more than a half hour total, yet he quickly grasped all the issues and worked directly over a period of months with the parties to dismiss.
He is an exceptionally intelligent, experienced, and compassionate attorney, overlain with quiet vitality and a sublime self-confidence. I will forever be in his debt.
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29 May, 2019 by John
Patrick Lackie helped with my DUI case years ago. He is very professional and easy to talk to. He made everything clear to me about my case from the start. This gave me piece of mind moving forward.
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14 Feb, 2023 by Joann childs
Listen to my needs, highly educated but discussion was in words and meanings I can understand.
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10 Jan, 2023 by Happy golucky
Edward and Junga represented me on a very seriously damaging gender discrimination case with the highest level of knowledge, skills and integrity to get to a huge settlement in mediation after they stood by me diligently for 3 years! They are both excellent, hard working, intelligent tough negotiating attorneys and I owe them many thanks!
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10 Nov, 2022 by Solar sal
14 Feb, 2023 by Joann childs
Listen to my needs, highly educated but discussion was in words and meanings I can understand.
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10 Jan, 2023 by Happy golucky
Edward and Junga represented me on a very seriously damaging gender discrimination case with the highest level of knowledge, skills and integrity to get to a huge settlement in mediation after they stood by me diligently for 3 years! They are both excellent, hard working, intelligent tough negotiating attorneys and I owe them many thanks!
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10 Nov, 2022 by Solar sal
31 Aug, 2023 by Ruben
Mrs. Carrie Coppinger Carter, in my opinion is the one of the best lawyers in the Northwest especially because she is hard working, super communicative (so you don’t have to worry about updates on you’re case). She is currently handling 2 of my cases and so far I’ve seen a lot of progress and I already know that I will get the settlement that I deserve if I have her as my lawyer! And so will you if you have her as you’re lawyer!
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16 Apr, 2023 by Cheryl
Carrie and her team are very professional, incredibly welcoming. I'm grateful for the time and energy Carrie put into my case, she kept me apprised and always responded to me in a timely manner. Carrie and her team made this difficult situation so much easier, I truly appreciate Carrie. She fought for me and I appreciated her honest and open approach throughout my case.
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15 Jul, 2022 by Tim the truck man
Carrie is one of the most exceptional attorneys in this community matter fact probably in the state and even across this country bar none and I literally mean bar none she will give you every inch every possible Avenue that could actually be litigated she is 100% by the book and she calls it by the ball straight and narrow and she only throws strikes once in awhile because she works so hard she'll throw a slider when you least expect it I know no other woman nor attorney on this planet that could actually do a better job for you your corporation family business or personal she'll tell it to you straight I hope that's what you like to hear she's not going to fluff things up but she's here to win she's not a loser matter of fact she has saved one and litigated some claim that I never thought would even get off the ground she sees through all the muck and mire because she is a Coppinger,.!
She comes I'm a family that sticks together and I don't mean to make this racial but you don't see white families stick together like this normally everyday like they do I don't know if you know how Hispanic people and other races help out the elderly and stick by their family but you don't see too many white families caucasians doing but this family does she is extremely versed an extremely connected all the way to the top she does not use her connections to win the fight on the contrary when they see her coming they know that they have a battle before them I'm about to give up even before the the shooting starts I've always I've always wanted her on my team but I can't say that I could afford her he's not cheap on any aspect nor should anybody be with a talent and the expertise that she has you have to pay to play so to speak I would do anything that I possibly could for this person in which she is actually stuck out her neck far beyond anybody that I've ever known and of course she is the only Christian woman that holds the line matter of fact to a T you cannot make this woman false her when it comes to Jesus and who other that you want on your side I'm not saying that you need to be a Christian to actually hire her but I'm not going to say that she's not going to mention her savior if you come through her doors without him it doesn't really matter anyway you might as well throw in the towel but don't quite give up yet she'll see your last breath and she'll put out her hand pull you back up dust you off and push you across the the finish line in which you may never think that you would have made it and without her more than likely you wouldn't give her a call let her check out your case I promise you there isn't a better attorney in town none zero mark my word Godspeed
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09 Jul, 2017 by Jacqui
Dawn was very easy to talk to, knowledgable, and offered great advice in an easy to understand way. She was very helpful teaching this novice about business and my best options going forward starting a small business. Highly recommended!
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25 Nov, 2015 by Anonymous
I have hired Dawn on three separate occasions to look over my contracts. What most impresses me about her is her responsiveness and honesty. It is truly hard to find people that do what they say they are going to do, when they say they are going to do it. In addition to that she doesn't give advise that she isn't comfortable standing behind. For example, when I asked her questions that didn't relate to what she specializes in she was happy to direct me to someone else that did. I very much appreciated that she was honest and referred me to someone else rather than giving me an answer that she wasn't confident in. After working with her on several occasions I can confidently say that she will be an important part of my team for years to come.
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11 May, 2015 by Anonymous
Dawn has provided me with legal consul three times. Twice over the phone and once in person. Issues discussed included employment, cross border employment, non-compete documents and legal ramifications of competing with former employers.
She followed-up on each of our meetings with an email detailing our discussion. These included additional information she researched after our meetings as well as links to relevant laws or cases. This was extremely helpful.
Her 'bedside manner' was professional and approachable. The law will always have 'grey' areas, Dawn presented these in a manageable way that allowed for effective decision making. Priceless.
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08 Sep, 2022 by Anonymous
Mr. Jackson was calm and confident through my case. He was caring, professional and knows his stuff. He continued to be available long after my case closed.
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06 Nov, 2019 by Brett
I hired Stephen after he was referred to me by another friend. I was in the middle of the biggest legal fiasco of my life and really needed his help. He was able to guide me through the whole legal process, and give me great advice. I also loved that I could meet with him pretty quickly whenever I had questions about my case. Would definitely recommend!
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13 Sep, 2019 by Tracy
Mr Jackson and I discussed this case of mine and how he planned it to execute the plan.
Well, this is exactly how it transpired.
Should you have a case and are interested in following a great criminal attorneys advise and keeping your skin then give this counselor a call.
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06 Apr, 2015 by Anonymous
In February of 2013, my son was charged with murder and assault in Whatcom County Superior Court. We found Dave Nelson on line and became interested in him because had a great reputation with many years of criminal defense expertise. We called him and he responded right away. Within hours of my son’s arrest, we were meeting about the case and we hired Dave. My son had self-defense and legal justification as his defense to both charges, but the prosecution insisted otherwise. But Dave Nelson was able to keep the case moving very rapidly and filed a series of strategic motions to flesh out his defense. The government’s case began to fall apart under the pressure that Dave Nelson was bringing to the case. Within eight months (which is a small amount of time for a murder case), all of the work he did resulted in the prosecutor capitulating and finally dismissing the charges. After that, my son was set free and he now has his life back. Dave Nelson’s excellent work saved my son from life imprisonment. If you or your family member is ever in any trouble in the criminal justice system, I strongly recommend that you hire Attorney Dave Nelson as your criminal defense lawyer.
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09 Apr, 2014 by Ashley
Dave was very professional and knowledgeable. He was sincere and there there me through out my case. I'm very pleased with the outcome. HIGHLY RECOMMEND
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07 Apr, 2014 by Christopher
Mr. Nelson represented me through a domestic case issue. He was very effective in simplifying the process and getting to the core of the legal issue. This helped to get past the hurdles of the "emotional" aspect and focus on the important and actionable information. I would absolutely recommend him to my colleagues.
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04 Sep, 2024 by Kenny
So I was very impressed with the way teddy handle herself kept me well informed on the case and did everything to her Best ability and got me best results would recommend to everyone
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04 Sep, 2024 by Jasper
Thank you for all you done. I am happy for my service you provided. I am happy for the outcome. I would recommend you to anyone I know that needs legal assistance
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04 Sep, 2024 by Fernando guzman
She's Abt action not just words!if she says she's going to do something better believe she's doing it I couldn't have had a better representation then her I'm so so glad I fired my first loyer and God blessed me with her when I say she's the best mean it thank you so much for everything Mrs Teddy Grace
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06 Mar, 2020 by Nat
Mr. Kleps was very helpful and kind when we had to go through what was my first probate. He understood our financial realities. He encouraged us to do what we could on our own, and was there 100% for the tasks that were beyond our capabilities. I highly recommend.
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21 Jun, 2018 by Jamesa
I have a traumatic brain injury. I was referred to him by the attorney who helped me to finally get social security disability after 6 years. That attorney referred me to Michael when I got my "back-pay" from SSD; and helped me to understand how getting a large amount of money could create financial havoc in my life-- losing my home in a public housing unit, losing my state paid caregiver 30 hrs. a week, and losing my state insurance that covers what my medicare never would. He did all of this in a kind, patient way; without ever making me feel like he was "timing" our first consultation or even counting every second when he did the paperwork. He is my favorite attorney ever, I have to say; and I have dealt with a few throughout my life.
Thank you Michael!!!!
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19 Feb, 2015 by Anonymous
We were happy with the knowledge and experience Michael provided in preparing a will, Durable Power of Attorney and Health Care Directive for my husband and I. He was personable, respectful and listened to our concerns and wishes and helped us with the wording, offered advice concerning tax laws and beneficiaries, and provided our documents in a timely manner.
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02 Feb, 2015 by Cal
Drew was instrumental at not only obtaining an E1 visa for myself, but also explaining the process and keeping me in the loop. At all times Drew was there for me not only in the beginning but also for the renewals. My highest recommendations for a excellent lawyer and someone who has become a great friend and confidant
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01 Feb, 2015 by Manjit
I am very satisfied with the professional services of MR. Drew Pettus since 2002. We got E2 Visas thru him and renewed those Visas thru him for me and my family. He worked very hard to understand my businesses and he made every effort to thoroughly explain the visa process so that we felt comfortable during the application procedures and with Interview at the Consulate. He completed the work in a timely and professional manner. MANJIT SINGH D.
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29 Jan, 2015 by Diane
We retained the services of Mr. Pettus to acquire a renewal of an E2 Investor Visa which due to the circumstances and changes within our corporate structure was a difficult and rather confusing renewal application. We had retained the services of the attorney who applied for and obtained the original E2 (so there was a complete history of the application) he advised that it was not possible to obtain the renewal - that was not an option for us. We were given a referral to Mr. Pettus. After our original discussions, we provided Mr. Pettus with all of the documentation he requested, together with the necessary retainer. Within a very short time, the "difficult and unattainable" renewal was in our hands, complete. We found Mr. Pettus competent, very knowledgeable and extremely efficient with a process that can be quite daunting. We would highly recommend him to anyone with a complex immigration application.
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08 Nov, 2017 by Dana
Tom and his team helped me tremendously. I was arrested for two serious felonies. Each charge carried a 10 - 15 year sentence. He was able to get one charge completely dropped and the other dropped down to a misdemeanor with no jail time for my sentence. Three years later his team had my charge vacated from my record. It no longer exists and I am so grateful to them for giving me and my daughter a second chance at life. Thanks Tom!
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01 Aug, 2017 by Jim
We asked Tom to represent a family member who had felony convictions related to substance abuse. Tom gave us confidence throughout the entire process with his professionalism and pragmatic approach to the situation. He negotiated an outcome that was fair and better than we had hoped. We sincerely appreciate Tom's hard work on our case. We found him to be forthright, honest, approachable and efficient. We highly recommend Tom.
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16 Jun, 2017 by Jason
Tom is a very honest and fair attorney. This man helped me through a time that was very tough on me, but his hard work and true sense of caring made all the difference in the world. He is very respected in the community and has a good reputation with all his fellow colleagues. I truly recommend him, I'm not sure where I would be without his help
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21 Nov, 2012 by Heather
Penny Henderson was a joy to work with. In our initial phone conversation she was encouraging and very supportive of our journey of adopting through foster care. Mrs. Henderson took care of all the communication and bills to the court house and kept us in the loop. She was happy to wait for her payment from the state so that it was not out of our pocket. Mrs. Henderson went above and beyond and took wonderful pictures of us in the court room and joined us for the party afterwards. She made the legal part stress free and joyful!
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14 Nov, 2012 by Kathleen
I used Penny Henderson to handle my collaborative divorce. She was great. I interviewed several attorneys in town who specialize in collaborative divorce, and chose her because of her experience and expertise. She had worked in the legal field for years before becoming and attorney. I was so impressed that she had challenged and passed the bar exam, without going to law school. No easy feat for anyone, much less someone who worked full time. I was also drawn to her calm manner. She was perfect in a collaborative legal setting.
She was at all times professional with me and with the other parties involved. She explained up front what to expect and she spent time asking questions and making sure she understood all my issues. Her explanations of the legal issues were very clear. When I had questions or concerns, she would return calls promptly and always spent time making sure I understood. Her billing was fair and accurate, and about half of what my spouse paid for the same legal representation.
I would use Penny Henderson again.
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14 Nov, 2012 by Anonymous
Ms. Henderson handled a case for me in 2007 and has helped me on subsequent smaller matters as well. I find her services to be exemplary. I was impressed with her collaborative approach to the law and how she was able to elicit cooperation from both sides. I found her to be impartial, fair, and a consummate professional. I recommend her to others often as she is patient and very skilled at working with children, particularly those in crisis.
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24 Nov, 2013 by Christy
Peggy Underbrink is an attorney who is knowledgable about the law ands the process that it follows. She is a kind person who stands up for her clients rights without backing down from the other side. She is probably the best attorney that I have ever had to hire.
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08 Nov, 2013 by Anonymous
After being terminated while on Maternity leave for my first child Peggy looked at my case and was very thorough in explaining everything I could anticipate with my case...good and the bad. She did an amazing job and jumped multiple hoops for almost 5 years to help me settle my case. My former employers attorney was so unprofessional and Peggy fought every moment. Every unlikely situation that happen in the case did but she did her best in standing up for me. I appreciate her hard work and always trying to keep her costs under control during the financially and emotionally tough times! I would highly recommend Ms. Underbrink.
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06 Nov, 2013 by Sharon
Ms Underbrink represented me in an employment issue including resolving issues with an employer and helping to make my life a little less stressful while working. She was available by phone, email, or texting at all times. She was always on top of issues and kept me well informed of all aspects of my case. I would highly recommend her! She is very professional and it was a pleasure working with her!
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09 Aug, 2024 by Jason keniston
Paula and her legal office were kind, caring, compassionate, and expediate with their communication. Their advice and wisdom led to a succesful settlement and outcome of my vechicle accident situation. I can't say enough about how great their professionalism was. It is becasue of their time my matter was resolved.
I recommend to all in need.
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10 Aug, 2023 by Keith e
In the summer of 2019, I was hit by a car while riding my bicycle. Fortunately, I do not remember the accident. The EMT’s put me into an induced coma at the scene of the accident and after a few days in the hospital I was brought out of the coma.
After waking up, all I wanted to do was to get out of the hospital and back to work in a business I had just started. I felt that the aches and pains were just a distraction from the dedication I needed to make the business successful. My punctured lung, broken ribs, broken other bones, smashed in face, missing teeth, my body numb from the hips down, and a severe head injury with a hematoma could just be ignored. Maybe I was not thinking straight!
My wife suggested that we should sit down with an attorney regarding the accident, and I reluctantly took a meeting with Paula McCandliss from Brett Law. I wasn’t keen on lawyers, and I did not put much effort into the meeting. My thoughts were that I’d quickly get over my bumps and bruises and Paula would be wasting her time with my case. Well, I was not thinking straight, and thank goodness for Paula putting up with my callousness.
The physicians and hospital staff did a respectable job putting me back together, but it’s hard for them to determine the extent of the injuries, and of course the medical profession cannot get you back to 100%. After my discharge It took time for me and my primary physician et. al. to determine my ongoing care and what medical problems would be permanent.
Let me say this- I was fortunate to have met Paula and her team at Brett Law. They were always personal, professional, and caring, and not to mention they worked tirelessly on my case. It was ‘my bad’ to assume that they were just a firm chasing an ambulance. To my ignorance, I didn’t perceive the onslaught of hospital and specialty physician invoices, the art of dealing with medical and auto insurance companies along with collection agencies on invoices that were never presented to me. Paula helped us get through all these unforeseen hurdles with kindness, legal insight, and experience. She is a great coach to lead you through the myriad of difficulties you may face after a painful accident, and I highly recommend her. You will appreciate both her legal skill and warm personality.
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29 Apr, 2021 by David deyoung
Paula is an excellent attorney. Have only heard good things about her work.
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07 Mar, 2020 by Anonymous
Our will took a long time because we were unsure about things. Phillip stuck with us throughout and explained all of the details as many times as needed. He is highly recommended.
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08 Aug, 2019 by Chris
My wife and I found Phillip to be very knowledgeable and helpful. Planning for the future is a tough thing to do. Phillip was VERY helpful and informative regarding the many options available. this was a very detailed process and each meeting with him proved to be very calming and we walked away feeling confident our estate is properly cared for. I would recommend Phillip and would plan on calling him for other legal needs.
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14 Dec, 2018 by Jenny and russ
Preparing for elder care as 60 years olds can be a difficult trek through uncharted territory, but with Mr. George we made it to "Safe Harbor" by incorporating Aging Options all the way. He has become a friend of our family and a stedfast resource in future needs. Peace of mind is what we walked away from after working four months to arrange our estate in legal order. Everyone could prosper too if they decide to get their affairs in order.
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23 Apr, 2021 by Anonymous
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25 Sep, 2019 by Matt
Pete was referred to me by my attorney because of his experience with litigation. He did an excellent job in negotiationg with the other parties involved, was very thorough and on point with his legal briefs, and ultimately very persuasive in court. The outcome was exactly what I was looking for, and he followed up after the judgment to make sure all details were taken care of. When I reviewed the billing I found that he itemized his time clearly and was definetly efficient with his time. I feel I was treated fairly and received excellent advice and representation.
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01 Feb, 2019 by Bob
Pete helped us work through a nasty situation where a neighbor was blocking our view of the water and the subsequent failure of the Home Owner Association to enforce a view corridor agreement.
Pete was very easy to work with; knowledgeable; a great mentor; and very cost focused. Even though he is a trial lawyer, Pete was adamant on keeping our dispute out of court. He worked well with the other sides attorney. He was able to make it possible to address our issues through mediation. Through this approach, and his knowledge of the law that was applicable to our case, he was able to manage our problem such that it was resolved to our advantage as well as avoid going to trial.
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15 Jul, 2016 by Feizal
Holly was referred to me by a family member, and she did not disappoint! She is very knowledgeable, and walked me through the entire green card application process. Holly was always available to answer any questions, and displayed professionalism and friendliness throughout. She provided me with a schedule and a calendar that included important dates and deadlines for my application. She even helped me prep for the green card interview, and provided an outline of what I needed to bring with me. I would definitely recommend Holly to anyone looking to hire an immigration attorney. She made the entire process worry-free!
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13 Jun, 2016 by Supriya
My husband & I hired Holly to help us through the Green Card Application process for my husband. She was extremely knowledgeable, patient, thorough and professional throughout the process. We appreciated her expertise, how she prepared us for the paperwork and the interview process and was consistently accessible for any questions that we had. She walked us through every scenario, prepared us for what to expect and ensured that we were informed at every step. I would highly recommend hiring Holly!
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09 Jun, 2016 by Jerzy
Holly was an invaluable resource for my wife and I while going through the (tedious) process of getting my wife her green card. She walked us through all the forms we would need to fill out step by step, the amount of time to give each step, and plenty of tips to ensure everything went as smoothly and quickly as possible. She was also very responsive whenever we emailed or called her with any questions we had along the road (which was quite frequently). My wife got her green card with no hiccups along the way, and I have since recommended Holly to other friends in similar situations and will definitely continue to do so.
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26 Dec, 2023 by Tate
Me and my family hired Zach for our case that had been at a standstill from a previous law firm. He made efforts to meet with my entire family in person and made sure to address each of our individual concerns. With Zach, me and my family were quickly able to close our case that had been hanging over our heads for years. He fought to get us the most money possible, and succeeded! Zach is very personable and I would recommend him to anyone!
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13 Dec, 2023 by Drew
Zach and I worked together on several cases. His attention to detail, preparation, and poise in the courtroom are excellent. Zach's approach to representing his clients is of the highest caliber, and I would never hesitate to refer someone to him.
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06 Jan, 2018 by Abe quilling
Mr. Berning and his staff were instrumental in helping my Swiss wife and I through the process of getting her marriage visa and green card for the U.S. I found them to be helpful and friendly through the entire paperwork process and waiting periods. Mr. Berning is very knowledgable in his field and if he doesn't know he will tell you so and research the question in doubt until he finds the Right answer. While our I-130 marriage visa was processing it took twice the normal estimated time, during the entire time (and a little panic on our side) he stayed helpful, positive, and encouraging. I would highly recommend him to any one with visa needs.
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21 Jan, 2016 by Geena
Nicholas had a consultation with my fiancé and I, we had no idea where to start with our immigration process and Nicholas was such a great help with guiding us in the right direction. It was an appointment that made us confident that we could trust his advice and continue to seek his advice with future matters.
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22 Nov, 2013 by Lorretta
Bill Johnston represented me in a court case a couple years ago. The case went to the wa state supreme court 3 times. he won my case for me. Bill is a go getter and never gives up on his clients. My name is lorretta eriksen. you can look this up and actually see him in the WA state supreme court. I owe my life to him! Thank you Bill for everything.
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06 Jun, 2007 by Anonymous
I was looking at 12-20 months on a drug charge. Without Bill I would have plead down to a year and a day and would have gone to prison for 8 months with good time. After retaining Bill he did everything in his power to get my charge reduced. Because of Bill I was able to get my case continued and finish an entire year of college before completing my sentence. After nine months of letting the case resolve itself I was given the plea bargain opportunity to plead down to a gross misdemeanor and only receive 60 days of work release. I recommend Bill Johnston as an attorney for anyone charged with drug crimes or anything for that matter. He is a great attorney, a great guy, and a good friend.
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