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08 Jul, 2024 by Jimmy santos
I have no idea what happened I was called in sat down and this lady without hesitation tells me that a judge don't care the new laws don't help tenants. I'm being evicted because I refuse to do yard work for free after 15 years so he wants me out. I refused the eviction notice what is happening
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03 Jul, 2024 by Elizabeth reger
This attorney office is God awful. They support the other side and are against low income individuals. They are obviously an organization that supports the real estate market and contributes to putting people on benefits in the street. Sharon, a lawyer there lied and said Good Cause Eviction Law wasn't good across NYS and went against Assemblyman Pat Burke's office. I called to make sure my illegal, discriminatory eviction case was closed, and at first told me it was closed, then proceeded to give me 5 outcomes and go against Pat Burke's office and NYS Division of Human Rights Bronx, NY. She then told me I supposedly had no understanding of the Good Cause Eviction Law. Sharon ought to be fired and get a job at something she is good at, not law.
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22 Feb, 2024 by Jean klimczyk
Best landlord/tenant defense. My problems started when I was admitted to the hospitsl for six
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08 Jul, 2024 by Jimmy santos
I have no idea what happened I was called in sat down and this lady without hesitation tells me that a judge don't care the new laws don't help tenants. I'm being evicted because I refuse to do yard work for free after 15 years so he wants me out. I refused the eviction notice what is happening
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03 Jul, 2024 by Elizabeth reger
This attorney office is God awful. They support the other side and are against low income individuals. They are obviously an organization that supports the real estate market and contributes to putting people on benefits in the street. Sharon, a lawyer there lied and said Good Cause Eviction Law wasn't good across NYS and went against Assemblyman Pat Burke's office. I called to make sure my illegal, discriminatory eviction case was closed, and at first told me it was closed, then proceeded to give me 5 outcomes and go against Pat Burke's office and NYS Division of Human Rights Bronx, NY. She then told me I supposedly had no understanding of the Good Cause Eviction Law. Sharon ought to be fired and get a job at something she is good at, not law.
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22 Feb, 2024 by Jean klimczyk
Best landlord/tenant defense. My problems started when I was admitted to the hospitsl for six
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08 Jul, 2024 by Jimmy santos
I have no idea what happened I was called in sat down and this lady without hesitation tells me that a judge don't care the new laws don't help tenants. I'm being evicted because I refuse to do yard work for free after 15 years so he wants me out. I refused the eviction notice what is happening
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03 Jul, 2024 by Elizabeth reger
This attorney office is God awful. They support the other side and are against low income individuals. They are obviously an organization that supports the real estate market and contributes to putting people on benefits in the street. Sharon, a lawyer there lied and said Good Cause Eviction Law wasn't good across NYS and went against Assemblyman Pat Burke's office. I called to make sure my illegal, discriminatory eviction case was closed, and at first told me it was closed, then proceeded to give me 5 outcomes and go against Pat Burke's office and NYS Division of Human Rights Bronx, NY. She then told me I supposedly had no understanding of the Good Cause Eviction Law. Sharon ought to be fired and get a job at something she is good at, not law.
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22 Feb, 2024 by Jean klimczyk
Best landlord/tenant defense. My problems started when I was admitted to the hospitsl for six
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08 Jul, 2024 by Jimmy santos
I have no idea what happened I was called in sat down and this lady without hesitation tells me that a judge don't care the new laws don't help tenants. I'm being evicted because I refuse to do yard work for free after 15 years so he wants me out. I refused the eviction notice what is happening
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03 Jul, 2024 by Elizabeth reger
This attorney office is God awful. They support the other side and are against low income individuals. They are obviously an organization that supports the real estate market and contributes to putting people on benefits in the street. Sharon, a lawyer there lied and said Good Cause Eviction Law wasn't good across NYS and went against Assemblyman Pat Burke's office. I called to make sure my illegal, discriminatory eviction case was closed, and at first told me it was closed, then proceeded to give me 5 outcomes and go against Pat Burke's office and NYS Division of Human Rights Bronx, NY. She then told me I supposedly had no understanding of the Good Cause Eviction Law. Sharon ought to be fired and get a job at something she is good at, not law.
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22 Feb, 2024 by Jean klimczyk
Best landlord/tenant defense. My problems started when I was admitted to the hospitsl for six
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08 Jul, 2024 by Jimmy santos
I have no idea what happened I was called in sat down and this lady without hesitation tells me that a judge don't care the new laws don't help tenants. I'm being evicted because I refuse to do yard work for free after 15 years so he wants me out. I refused the eviction notice what is happening
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03 Jul, 2024 by Elizabeth reger
This attorney office is God awful. They support the other side and are against low income individuals. They are obviously an organization that supports the real estate market and contributes to putting people on benefits in the street. Sharon, a lawyer there lied and said Good Cause Eviction Law wasn't good across NYS and went against Assemblyman Pat Burke's office. I called to make sure my illegal, discriminatory eviction case was closed, and at first told me it was closed, then proceeded to give me 5 outcomes and go against Pat Burke's office and NYS Division of Human Rights Bronx, NY. She then told me I supposedly had no understanding of the Good Cause Eviction Law. Sharon ought to be fired and get a job at something she is good at, not law.
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22 Feb, 2024 by Jean klimczyk
Best landlord/tenant defense. My problems started when I was admitted to the hospitsl for six
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08 Jul, 2024 by Jimmy santos
I have no idea what happened I was called in sat down and this lady without hesitation tells me that a judge don't care the new laws don't help tenants. I'm being evicted because I refuse to do yard work for free after 15 years so he wants me out. I refused the eviction notice what is happening
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03 Jul, 2024 by Elizabeth reger
This attorney office is God awful. They support the other side and are against low income individuals. They are obviously an organization that supports the real estate market and contributes to putting people on benefits in the street. Sharon, a lawyer there lied and said Good Cause Eviction Law wasn't good across NYS and went against Assemblyman Pat Burke's office. I called to make sure my illegal, discriminatory eviction case was closed, and at first told me it was closed, then proceeded to give me 5 outcomes and go against Pat Burke's office and NYS Division of Human Rights Bronx, NY. She then told me I supposedly had no understanding of the Good Cause Eviction Law. Sharon ought to be fired and get a job at something she is good at, not law.
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22 Feb, 2024 by Jean klimczyk
Best landlord/tenant defense. My problems started when I was admitted to the hospitsl for six
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04 Sep, 2024 by Michael davidson
This firm makes the impossible possible
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12 Sep, 2023 by Tim m
Erin Bahn was a pleasure to work with in regards to my US citizenship needs. She was extremely clear on what to expect, very thorough with the information she provided and was extremely friendly.
I've dealt with many law firms in the past and my experience with Erin and Kavinoky Cook really stood out and deserved to be shared👌
Thank you Erin!
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01 Aug, 2021 by Linda ferraro
04 Sep, 2024 by Michael davidson
This firm makes the impossible possible
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12 Sep, 2023 by Tim m
Erin Bahn was a pleasure to work with in regards to my US citizenship needs. She was extremely clear on what to expect, very thorough with the information she provided and was extremely friendly.
I've dealt with many law firms in the past and my experience with Erin and Kavinoky Cook really stood out and deserved to be shared👌
Thank you Erin!
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01 Aug, 2021 by Linda ferraro
04 Sep, 2024 by Michael davidson
This firm makes the impossible possible
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12 Sep, 2023 by Tim m
Erin Bahn was a pleasure to work with in regards to my US citizenship needs. She was extremely clear on what to expect, very thorough with the information she provided and was extremely friendly.
I've dealt with many law firms in the past and my experience with Erin and Kavinoky Cook really stood out and deserved to be shared👌
Thank you Erin!
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01 Aug, 2021 by Linda ferraro
04 Sep, 2024 by Michael davidson
This firm makes the impossible possible
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12 Sep, 2023 by Tim m
Erin Bahn was a pleasure to work with in regards to my US citizenship needs. She was extremely clear on what to expect, very thorough with the information she provided and was extremely friendly.
I've dealt with many law firms in the past and my experience with Erin and Kavinoky Cook really stood out and deserved to be shared👌
Thank you Erin!
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01 Aug, 2021 by Linda ferraro
04 Sep, 2024 by Michael davidson
This firm makes the impossible possible
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12 Sep, 2023 by Tim m
Erin Bahn was a pleasure to work with in regards to my US citizenship needs. She was extremely clear on what to expect, very thorough with the information she provided and was extremely friendly.
I've dealt with many law firms in the past and my experience with Erin and Kavinoky Cook really stood out and deserved to be shared👌
Thank you Erin!
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01 Aug, 2021 by Linda ferraro
04 Sep, 2024 by Michael davidson
This firm makes the impossible possible
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12 Sep, 2023 by Tim m
Erin Bahn was a pleasure to work with in regards to my US citizenship needs. She was extremely clear on what to expect, very thorough with the information she provided and was extremely friendly.
I've dealt with many law firms in the past and my experience with Erin and Kavinoky Cook really stood out and deserved to be shared👌
Thank you Erin!
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01 Aug, 2021 by Linda ferraro
04 Sep, 2024 by Michael davidson
This firm makes the impossible possible
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12 Sep, 2023 by Tim m
Erin Bahn was a pleasure to work with in regards to my US citizenship needs. She was extremely clear on what to expect, very thorough with the information she provided and was extremely friendly.
I've dealt with many law firms in the past and my experience with Erin and Kavinoky Cook really stood out and deserved to be shared👌
Thank you Erin!
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01 Aug, 2021 by Linda ferraro
04 Sep, 2024 by Michael davidson
This firm makes the impossible possible
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12 Sep, 2023 by Tim m
Erin Bahn was a pleasure to work with in regards to my US citizenship needs. She was extremely clear on what to expect, very thorough with the information she provided and was extremely friendly.
I've dealt with many law firms in the past and my experience with Erin and Kavinoky Cook really stood out and deserved to be shared👌
Thank you Erin!
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01 Aug, 2021 by Linda ferraro
04 Sep, 2024 by Michael davidson
This firm makes the impossible possible
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12 Sep, 2023 by Tim m
Erin Bahn was a pleasure to work with in regards to my US citizenship needs. She was extremely clear on what to expect, very thorough with the information she provided and was extremely friendly.
I've dealt with many law firms in the past and my experience with Erin and Kavinoky Cook really stood out and deserved to be shared👌
Thank you Erin!
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01 Aug, 2021 by Linda ferraro
04 Sep, 2024 by Michael davidson
This firm makes the impossible possible
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12 Sep, 2023 by Tim m
Erin Bahn was a pleasure to work with in regards to my US citizenship needs. She was extremely clear on what to expect, very thorough with the information she provided and was extremely friendly.
I've dealt with many law firms in the past and my experience with Erin and Kavinoky Cook really stood out and deserved to be shared👌
Thank you Erin!
Read more
01 Aug, 2021 by Linda ferraro
04 Sep, 2024 by Michael davidson
This firm makes the impossible possible
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12 Sep, 2023 by Tim m
Erin Bahn was a pleasure to work with in regards to my US citizenship needs. She was extremely clear on what to expect, very thorough with the information she provided and was extremely friendly.
I've dealt with many law firms in the past and my experience with Erin and Kavinoky Cook really stood out and deserved to be shared👌
Thank you Erin!
Read more
01 Aug, 2021 by Linda ferraro
04 Sep, 2024 by Michael davidson
This firm makes the impossible possible
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12 Sep, 2023 by Tim m
Erin Bahn was a pleasure to work with in regards to my US citizenship needs. She was extremely clear on what to expect, very thorough with the information she provided and was extremely friendly.
I've dealt with many law firms in the past and my experience with Erin and Kavinoky Cook really stood out and deserved to be shared👌
Thank you Erin!
Read more
01 Aug, 2021 by Linda ferraro
04 Sep, 2024 by Michael davidson
This firm makes the impossible possible
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12 Sep, 2023 by Tim m
Erin Bahn was a pleasure to work with in regards to my US citizenship needs. She was extremely clear on what to expect, very thorough with the information she provided and was extremely friendly.
I've dealt with many law firms in the past and my experience with Erin and Kavinoky Cook really stood out and deserved to be shared👌
Thank you Erin!
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01 Aug, 2021 by Linda ferraro
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
31 Jul, 2023 by R gh
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
31 Jul, 2023 by R gh
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
31 Jul, 2023 by R gh
07 Jan, 2023 by Anonymous
My husband hired her , then after 3 months we realized that she has no clue what she was doing.
But it took time to find a new lawyer . We spent over ten thousand dollars for a case which she was totally clueless. Finally we got a better result with a new attorney.
I wouldn’t recommend Lana Tupchik to anyone.
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25 Apr, 2022 by Anonymous
SCAM. She takes $250 for a consultation and does nothing. Hurt me as survivor domestic violence as she tricked me. Failed to provide any legal advice or a retainer. Completely unprofessional and draining as an experience, the opposite of holistic. Save yourself the annoyance and time, and money. This is how the fake attorneys sound that takes your money.
Good Morning Miss ____
Thank you for your email, I wish you the best of luck in finding the attorney you are looking for, it was my pleasure speaking with you.
Good luck and best wishes,
Lana
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09 May, 2021 by Anonymous
In 2020 I hired Ms.Lana to represent me in a Family Court matter. Before I engaged her to represent me, I had spoken to other attorneys who seemed more interested in the retainer and fees than in my concerns. Due to my past experiences I had absolutely no faith in the Legal System and did not think that there was an attorney who would really care about my situation. When I met Ms. Lana all of that changed. She was truly a gift from God. She definitely is the attorney you want on your side. She fights for you from the beginning until the end. She has your best interest at heart. Ms. Lana wants to know how you feel about situations and will not just make her own decision without discussing things with you first. She keeps you fully informed. She is a great listener, caring, compassionate and understanding. She is never to busy too address any concerns that you may have. Ms. Lana always responds to emails, text messages and calls very promptly. Ms. Lana is the best! I assure you that if you hire her you will not be disappointed!
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17 Feb, 2022 by Evan hartnett
This has have to been one of my favorite lawyers I have worked with. As a client I feel respected and I highly recommend.
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20 Oct, 2021 by Miguel
Mark Adrian is currently an assistant public defender in Wyoming county. He does not take any time to talk with his clients about the legal proceedings and hinges on violating his clients 6th amendment rights to effective counsel. He believes that because he has been a lawyer for 41 years it is he who matters and not the rights of those he is supposed to defend. Shame on him! He should not be an attorney for the poor. He does not care.
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21 Dec, 2019 by Dave
I hired Mr. Adrian for my divorce. He informed me during negotiations if I voluntarily agreed to pay for half of my childs extra curricular activities, co pays, etc., I would not have to pay for future college expenses. I agreed. Unfortunately the college part of this agreement was never put in the final agreement. I paid a substantial amount above and beyond what NY state law demands. A decade later I must pay half of college after a trial. Both of us did not have attorneys in recent action. The support magistrate NOTED it was unusal to pay above, and beyond, BUT no mention of college at all in agreement resulted in my loss.
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01 Jul, 2024 by Mary i
My daughter got herself into a predicament and Mr. Juliano responded immediately and was very professional and helped her win her case. My daughter and I are forever grateful for his services. We would recommend Mr. Juliano without hesitation.
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05 Mar, 2024 by Pablo arnau
I girl friend hired Pete in the past for a case and he tried to plead me out to but I refused and was offender he led he would even attempt to get me to plea. I told my girlfriend he liked her and did it on purpose. She later got him to admit that he did in fact try to remove me from the picture and she cursed him out. After me and her broke up he shows up to represent her at family court making several false statements. I’m filing a restraining order, grievance and request phone records where my girlfriend details his guilt along with being paid cocaine and liquor for his services. No attorney should be allowed to use the family court room for his personal desires or support his alcohol or drug addiction.
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21 Jul, 2014 by Anonymous
I hired Mr.Juliano five years ago. .I was falsely accused of assault by my husband, after I filed for divorce. There was strong evidence to support my innocence. I was charged a flat fee. I repeatedly told Mr. Juliano that I did not wish to take a plea deal. I was told by Peter, after many months, the prosecution offered an ACD. I reiterated my desire for a jury trial. I was then bullied into accepting the ACD , as he shouted "THIS IS NOT A PLEA DEAL!". I would strongly recommend against hiring Mr. Juliano as his rate reflects his intention of settling without a trial regardless of the evidence.
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14 Oct, 2021 by Anonymous
Daria Pratcher is unfortunately extremely rude. She does not like answering or explaining matters concerning your case. She has a very negative nasty/offensive attitude. No compassion or respect for clients who are patronizing her business.
Talks highly disrespectful with no professionalism at all. SAD SORRY & DISSAPOINTING.
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13 Mar, 2012 by Howard, buffalo ny
Ms. Pratcher is and was a great help to me during a critical time of my life. She very thorough and conscience in her dealings with me. she handled the leg work and explained what was expected during the settling of my family's real estate, (Will) establishing guardianship and setting up of trusts of my nephews. She is well versed in what she does, and knows how to explain your specific concerns in language you can understand. She is fantastic.
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20 Oct, 2020 by Anonymous
Unprofessional
Scam
Didn’t get the job done and ran off with family’s money.
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15 Feb, 2012 by Anonymous
Mr. Pendergrass was remarkable -- he is my hero! My family is intact because of him. He neutralized what could have been a really ugly custody battle between myself and my son's birth family. He did the research, clocked the miles, went above and beyond, and best of all, won!
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05 Oct, 2023 by Anonymous
He knows so well what hes doing. hes the best lawyer ever i would kiss him if i saw him again he saved me so much money. Hes so smart and good at his job and i only had to pay him 10000 dollars. 10/10 if i could put 6 stars I would
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09 Jan, 2013 by Buffalo, ny
This lawyer is not a good attorny he took my retainer fee and did not come to any of my court appearances to represent me, He does not respond to voice mails and does not answer his office nor his personal cell phone. I would not recommend this lawyer to anyone.
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11 Jan, 2021 by Anonymous
pretty basic "just take whatever they are willing to offer" attorney. Sometimes takes a long time to get a response back. He has trouble returning important paperwork, helping obtain property back, and never set up appointment he said he was going to so I can discuss things with my codefendants attorney with him present. Still awaiting a response over a month later.
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12 Apr, 2015 by Anonymous
Mr. Ange handled my DWI case. After trial I was found guilty of Driving While Impaired. I was happy
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02 Jan, 2017 by Jimmie
He has never under performed his duties.
Never. He has helped several of my family members including myself. He is understanding and works with clients. If he is busy you must go down to the office.
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12 Nov, 2015 by Anonymous
I contacted Jeremy Schwartz to help me with some simple legal paperwork to see what was on my record. I paid him the money and he stopped contacting me back after that. I have reached out to him several via phone and he won't call me back. I understand attorneys are busy people but to not hear back from him not once in over 2 months of trying to communicate with him. When he said he would get the work done for me in a couple days. I have now been asking for a refund since he never performed the services he was suppose to provide as well. It's very unprofessional.
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