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06 Sep, 2024 by Patel vaishnovi
I had an incredibly positive experience working with James and his team. The entire team was extremely helpful and friendly, always taking the time to answer all of my questions thoroughly. Their attention to detail was outstanding, and they made sure every step of the process was followed correctly. I felt fully supported throughout my journey, and their professionalism and care made a potentially stressful process much easier. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for an immigration law firm that truly cares about their clients.
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30 Aug, 2024 by Joseph preda
James's team was amazing to work with. They are very knowledgeable and helped us every step of the process with our L1A visa application. They answered our questions quickly and helped to resolve any issues that came up. The overall process went smoothly and everything was processed in a timely manner. We highly recommend and will use the Law Office of James D. Eiss going forward for all USA/Canadian immigration needs!
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09 Aug, 2024 by Matt paul
Brian takes advantage of his clients big-time and if you chose him to represent you then expect to tens of thousands of dollars without any resolve.
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06 Sep, 2024 by Patel vaishnovi
I had an incredibly positive experience working with James and his team. The entire team was extremely helpful and friendly, always taking the time to answer all of my questions thoroughly. Their attention to detail was outstanding, and they made sure every step of the process was followed correctly. I felt fully supported throughout my journey, and their professionalism and care made a potentially stressful process much easier. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for an immigration law firm that truly cares about their clients.
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30 Aug, 2024 by Joseph preda
James's team was amazing to work with. They are very knowledgeable and helped us every step of the process with our L1A visa application. They answered our questions quickly and helped to resolve any issues that came up. The overall process went smoothly and everything was processed in a timely manner. We highly recommend and will use the Law Office of James D. Eiss going forward for all USA/Canadian immigration needs!
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09 Aug, 2024 by Matt paul
Brian takes advantage of his clients big-time and if you chose him to represent you then expect to tens of thousands of dollars without any resolve.
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27 May, 2024 by Steven anthony colella
Cool atmosphere, decent person to sit down and have a conversation with. My experience. Keeps it real. Intelligent.
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23 Apr, 2024 by Dave critter
Great attorney for anything you might need. Marc is great people.
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18 Jan, 2024 by Sugath liyanage
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24 Apr, 2022 by Darren white
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18 Mar, 2021 by Missy bkillingit
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03 Jul, 2024 by Tarek
Failed to represent me and no action was taken from his side to my case. Always canceling our appointments and no show up
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24 May, 2018 by Rachid
I harried Him honestly he really understand what he was doing I mean is really Professional, the best Attorney ever, and Always gives good deal
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12 Jan, 2018 by Mirsad
Thoroughly and very quick to point of solution to case. Manages to represent client with utmost concern even when financial a client cant afford him. Assistant by his side to answer and specific case at any business hours. Money can't buy his effort and commitment to help those in need. When client are detained at facility, he takes time out his day to visit frequently to check and update any information toward the case. Kind heart and compassionate to bring all eligible reliefs to client.
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15 Apr, 2023 by Jeff
Our family has had the pleasure of working with Jean Harris at PB Elder Law for the past 4 years. She helped us navigate the complexities of estate and care planning for our aging parents: from the initial consultation to following through on the details of one’s passing, Jean has always had our best interests in mind. Jean is a strong advocate, empathetic listener, and is sensitive to the nuances of family dynamics. This is also true of the entire team at PB Elder Law; everyone we’ve interacted with is responsive and leverages their expertise without pause. We made a great choice when we selected PB Elder law, and are extraordinarily lucky to have Jean on our team.
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21 Sep, 2022 by Steve
I could not be happier with my experience of hiring Jean Harris of Pfalzgraf Beinhauer Elder Law. Jean and her team successfully and professionally handled the approval of Medicaid benefits for my mother who is in a nursing home. I was informed of the progress along the way, which turned out to be a very difficult battle. They assured me not to worry, since they none of the Medicaid applications that they handled were ever denied. It quickly became evident that Jean and her team knows how to win. I must mention one valuable team member, Mackenzie Brown. Mackenzie is great! I am grateful for her skills and performance as well. Jean sure knows how to surround herself with a team of winners! I am so thankful to have found and hired Jean Harris. You will be too!
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30 Apr, 2015 by Lee
Jean has handled both my mother's and father's estates for me when they passed within the past two years. She has always tried to sort everything for me as quickly as possible, and has always had the patience to explain everything to me which would otherwise go over my head. Jean has extensive knowledge of her field and has aided me in getting legal help in other states when it was needed. She also has always kept up on all my affairs without me even having to ask. In addition to her professionalism, she has a rare kindness and sensitivity which was so appreciated during these difficult times that I have needed her services.
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16 Sep, 2021 by Tania
I’ve worked with Joy on multiple properties I have through out Buffalo and the Tonawanda’s. Always a pleasure to work with and extremely knowledgeable. I would highly recommend.
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15 Sep, 2021 by Cindy
Joy Carrier LaMarca was a pleasure to work with in the purchase of my home. She responded in a timely fashion to my many questions. She even called me after business hours! She was very thorough and made me feel at ease through this process. I highly recommend her services!
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14 Sep, 2021 by Brandon
I had no clue how much went into buying my first house. There was questions I had that were probably basic but Joy answered my calls and emails very timely and put me at ease. Her team was very supportive and pushed to make sure it was all done right the first time. Joy even went as far as looking up records to aid in a survey dispute following the close of my house which in the end saved me thousand of headaches.
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26 Jan, 2021 by Terry
Mr Butterini has provided me legal consult and services since 2009. He has been diligent in researching my issues , always offering advice and finding solutions that have helped my business. He consults with me personally , face to face, in a comfortable low pressure meetings . I Highly recommend his services
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03 Jan, 2021 by Laura
Mr. Butterini and his staff handled a number of issues for me. They were always there for me, and seemed like they always cared. I would highly recommend his office
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21 Feb, 2019 by Andrew
I hired Mr. Butterini twice for bankruptcy (life happens). He is the absolute best. No worries. Makes a stressful situation of debt collector calls, judgments, ect go away. I was able to buy a new car in two months-and a house in two years. Changed my life for the better!
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15 Mar, 2019 by Anonymous
Ms. Tucker was only in her position for a short time, when my family needed her. She was so professional and caring, even then. Now my granddaughter, who Ms. Tucker helped me gain custody of, is now in college, going into a field of family and children services, due to her positive experience with Ayoka Tucker.
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11 Nov, 2014 by Anonymous
My fat her is 100% disabled Veteran of the United States Air force. Tucker knew this upon taking his case. She tells him he can only call her once a week and then won't return him phone calls. She dose not allow him to walk into her office and won't call him back to make an appointment. On the one occasion I walked in to her office (because I could not get in touch with her to make an appointment) there was another family there who said she was very difficult to get in contact with it took them a month just for her to return the call. There are several other incidences where she has been VERY Unprofessional and insensitive. Looking at her review i would not be surprised if they were paid for.
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03 Oct, 2012 by Anonymous
Attorney Tucker is a great lawyer as well as a great person. She is very caring and knowledgeable. She did an excellent job with my court case several years ago in family court. I can not that her enough for her hard work!
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03 Oct, 2024 by Matthew halvorsen
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22 Apr, 2023 by Z rivera
The typical meat wagon chasers that will represent anyone especially without a leg to stand on just to suck some quick bucks out of an insurance company in order to scalp their 33.33%
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20 Mar, 2023 by Teairro scott
After being recommended, the Dietrich Law firm was very helpful and made the process very smooth and easy. The was always someone that I was able to speak with, and they worked to finish my case. I highly recommend them to anyone. Also, they will walk you through the process with everything. They were amazing!
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03 Oct, 2024 by Matthew halvorsen
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22 Apr, 2023 by Z rivera
The typical meat wagon chasers that will represent anyone especially without a leg to stand on just to suck some quick bucks out of an insurance company in order to scalp their 33.33%
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20 Mar, 2023 by Teairro scott
After being recommended, the Dietrich Law firm was very helpful and made the process very smooth and easy. The was always someone that I was able to speak with, and they worked to finish my case. I highly recommend them to anyone. Also, they will walk you through the process with everything. They were amazing!
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20 Jun, 2024 by Tyler jones
Ms vesper was assigned to my custody case it was the most unpleasant experience I could have imagined. Guessing her law degree came through education connection.
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09 May, 2024 by Jason
She is horrendously unable to respond in the timely manner. If you need a divorce and you want it done in the timely fashion this is the worst person you could possibly choose
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20 Jun, 2024 by Tyler jones
Ms vesper was assigned to my custody case it was the most unpleasant experience I could have imagined. Guessing her law degree came through education connection.
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09 May, 2024 by Jason
She is horrendously unable to respond in the timely manner. If you need a divorce and you want it done in the timely fashion this is the worst person you could possibly choose
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20 Jun, 2024 by Tyler jones
Ms vesper was assigned to my custody case it was the most unpleasant experience I could have imagined. Guessing her law degree came through education connection.
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09 May, 2024 by Jason
She is horrendously unable to respond in the timely manner. If you need a divorce and you want it done in the timely fashion this is the worst person you could possibly choose
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20 Jun, 2024 by Tyler jones
Ms vesper was assigned to my custody case it was the most unpleasant experience I could have imagined. Guessing her law degree came through education connection.
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09 May, 2024 by Jason
She is horrendously unable to respond in the timely manner. If you need a divorce and you want it done in the timely fashion this is the worst person you could possibly choose
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20 Jun, 2024 by Tyler jones
Ms vesper was assigned to my custody case it was the most unpleasant experience I could have imagined. Guessing her law degree came through education connection.
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09 May, 2024 by Jason
She is horrendously unable to respond in the timely manner. If you need a divorce and you want it done in the timely fashion this is the worst person you could possibly choose
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20 Jun, 2024 by Tyler jones
Ms vesper was assigned to my custody case it was the most unpleasant experience I could have imagined. Guessing her law degree came through education connection.
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09 May, 2024 by Jason
She is horrendously unable to respond in the timely manner. If you need a divorce and you want it done in the timely fashion this is the worst person you could possibly choose
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31 May, 2024 by Rob
Mr Olena was recommended to me by a former family judge as who he would retain. Mr Olena represented me for several cases brought involving family court and won everything brought before the court. He is tenacious, knowledgeable, and completely honest about what to expect. His prowess was evident and he was respected by all parties we encountered. I owe my son’s health and well being to this man. He’s the attorney you need.
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02 May, 2024 by Scott wilcox
I have worked a very complex case with this firm (and Hogan-Willig before it) for over a decade. The case had it is ups and down but throughout it I was impressed by the professionalism and care that they showed me as a client. As the case draws to a close, I wanted to leave a review to say I would definitely recommend them and the staff to others and say thank you for sticking with me.
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18 Mar, 2024 by Ciji vandyke
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20 Jun, 2024 by Tyler jones
Ms vesper was assigned to my custody case it was the most unpleasant experience I could have imagined. Guessing her law degree came through education connection.
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09 May, 2024 by Jason
She is horrendously unable to respond in the timely manner. If you need a divorce and you want it done in the timely fashion this is the worst person you could possibly choose
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20 Jun, 2024 by Tyler jones
Ms vesper was assigned to my custody case it was the most unpleasant experience I could have imagined. Guessing her law degree came through education connection.
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09 May, 2024 by Jason
She is horrendously unable to respond in the timely manner. If you need a divorce and you want it done in the timely fashion this is the worst person you could possibly choose
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20 Jun, 2024 by Tyler jones
Ms vesper was assigned to my custody case it was the most unpleasant experience I could have imagined. Guessing her law degree came through education connection.
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09 May, 2024 by Jason
She is horrendously unable to respond in the timely manner. If you need a divorce and you want it done in the timely fashion this is the worst person you could possibly choose
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Ms vesper was assigned to my custody case it was the most unpleasant experience I could have imagined. Guessing her law degree came through education connection.
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09 May, 2024 by Jason
She is horrendously unable to respond in the timely manner. If you need a divorce and you want it done in the timely fashion this is the worst person you could possibly choose
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Ms vesper was assigned to my custody case it was the most unpleasant experience I could have imagined. Guessing her law degree came through education connection.
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09 May, 2024 by Jason
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09 May, 2024 by Jason
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When meeting with a lawyer for the first time, it's important to ask the right questions to understand their expertise and determine if they're the right fit for your legal needs. Here are some top questions to consider:

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