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15 Jan, 2025 by Zach
Very thankful for his hard work in representing me in one of my cases. He got the best possible outcome and was able to work with me even with my hardships. Very transparent and very informative in many different aspects of my case. I would for sure recommend him to anybody seeking criminal defense.I was very warrying at first on who I wanted to represent me, so I called around to a few attorneys on a Saturday and he was willing to help me with best intentions. He was able to answer any question I had and help me through the process in which I know little about.
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02 Dec, 2024 by Armello williams
Mcinroy is one of the best attorneys I done ever had he fights for his clients and does absolutely everything in his powers to get the best outcome Im so grateful to have a good attorney like him
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11 Nov, 2024 by Alideck
Geoffrey Mclnroy is such great attorney. He listened to my case and gave me confidence that he would resolve my case and did it perfectly. He communicated with me throughout the process and I was pleased with the outcome. Thank you Mr. Mclnroy.
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12 Nov, 2024 by Brian
Mr. Ryan did an excellent job handling my situation. He laid out both sides and explained how everything could work. I appreciate his honesty, work, and commitment to my case.
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24 Jan, 2024 by Anthony
Stephen and his team helped me with a difficult VA claim, and I received positive results. Could not be happier with the results. I highly recommend Stephen and all the folks at Martin Law.
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13 Nov, 2023 by Nick young
02 Dec, 2022 by Douglas robinson
I contacted this attorney when I got into a jam with a DUI in the past I have dealt with other attorneys they’ve always been interested in one thing and one thing only money. This guy was fair honest I dealt with the attorney directly and not his office staff, which was amazing., he was always able to communicate directly with me and again, not through a paralegal. I could reach him by cell phone and texting all the time which was very convenient and most of all he was very affordable. I highly recommend this gentleman I will be using his services in the future and refer all family and friends with the need of a good lawyer that’s honest and will not leave your bank account empty .
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02 Dec, 2022 by Douglas
Very affordable Fox News. You talk to the attorney directly. No problem reaching him by cell phone or text highly recommend after dealing with other attorneys in the past he’s by far the best I’ve ever dealt with.
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20 Mar, 2022 by Aa jo
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11 Dec, 2024 by Naomi aa
Some of the Attorneys in this law firm are con artists. Trying hard to make my friends give up their property to their client’s that has no legal right. I have never ever seen unprofessional attorneys in my life. I don’t know how many clients they have conned. They shouldn’t be allowed to practice in the US, they are rogue attorneys.
I have been privileged enough to read the communications between them and my friends and I couldn’t believe my eyes. How do people like this get away with such blatant disregard of the law.
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26 Aug, 2024 by Anonymous
Attorney Clark is outstanding! He will work for what is right. His staff and him are very responsive. Thank you!
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17 May, 2024 by Kendra
Tom is the type of attorney you need on your side. Hands down the best. He truly cares about you and your financial future. He is thorough, prepared, and thinks of all avenues and obstacles that may arise. He explains everything in detail and keeps you informed on every aspect of the case. If you are looking for someone to be aggressive, knowledgeable, kind to your feelings Tom is your lawyer. I recommend him 100%.
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11 Dec, 2024 by Naomi aa
Some of the Attorneys in this law firm are con artists. Trying hard to make my friends give up their property to their client’s that has no legal right. I have never ever seen unprofessional attorneys in my life. I don’t know how many clients they have conned. They shouldn’t be allowed to practice in the US, they are rogue attorneys.
I have been privileged enough to read the communications between them and my friends and I couldn’t believe my eyes. How do people like this get away with such blatant disregard of the law.
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27 Sep, 2024 by Mike
Brian was an absolute pleasure to have represent me during my journey through the judicial system. He is very knowledgeable and well respected in the field. The best part about hiring Brian is he is straight forward and honest with his clients. He means business and will help guide you through your own journey
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17 May, 2024 by Kevin
I found Mr Perry through a friend who is an attorney himself. My attorney friend did not know Mr Perry personally, but told me that he had an exemplary reputation as a litigator among other attorneys. My friend advised me that if I was looking for the best criminal defense attorney in the area that I should strongly consider Brian Perry.
I took his advice and hired Brian for my case. From the start I was impressed with him. Our initial meeting was casual yet down to business, I felt like Brian was on my side and was going to fight for me through this process. He was a straight shooter who immediately went to work looking at different avenues that we could use to fight this.
I really appreciated that he had a set price for each stage of the process, rather than charging by the hour. I had previously used an attorney who was hourly, and I was afraid to email, text, or call him because I knew that was going to result in a charge. With Brian I knew what each phase was going to cost, and I didn't have to worry about some question that I had costing me $300. I also really appreciate it that I knew what the general cost we're going to be up front depending on how things went with the case. It was a weight off my mind knowing what I was looking at as far as cost rather than it being some open book where at the end I get a surprise bill.
Throughout the process Brian was available via text to me when I had questions that came up. His assistant Kara was extremely responsive, always getting back to me within an hour. I really cannot say enough about the guidance that they provided through this difficult time. I hope to never need their services again, but if I ever find myself needing an attorney, I will be sure to hire Brian Perry again.
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25 Nov, 2024 by Aaron wright
Genuine and caring person not just in it for the money always there for any questions to be answered straight forward and honest.
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01 Nov, 2024 by Mrz nai
Wow where do I start
let me start off by saying SEAN QUINLAN is the best he is a man of his word/work so the case I had could land me years in prison and SEAN QUINLAN went to bat for me and insured me I am in good hands and he will fight for whats best for his clients and that’s exactly what he did I got probation and restitution this man stuck to his word and did a very great job There is much more positive and good things I can say about SEAN QUINLAN, if you are looking for a lawyer, he is the person I recommend
THANK U SO MUCH SEAN QUINLAN
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01 Nov, 2024 by Ana heim
Attorney Quinlan was AMAZING! He’s super knowledgeable and professional. He answered all my questions throughout process and honestly calmed my anxiety with his demeanor. I 100% recommend him because he is worth every penny.
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17 Apr, 2021 by Brett holmes
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03 May, 2018 by Anonymous
MR.GLEESON was a true professional attorney he was always a phone call or a email away if anyone i know looking for an attorney i will take them to his office. THANKS ALOT SIR FOR SERVICES.
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20 Dec, 2017 by Anonymous
My case was fairly complicated and involved a high conflict divorce with associated custody and support issues that spanned a number of years. Michael was very knowledgeable about the process and communicated extremely well throughout the whole ordeal. He listened to my input and gave me realistic advice. Definitely recommended.
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25 Nov, 2024 by Aaron wright
Genuine and caring person not just in it for the money always there for any questions to be answered straight forward and honest.
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01 Nov, 2024 by Mrz nai
Wow where do I start
let me start off by saying SEAN QUINLAN is the best he is a man of his word/work so the case I had could land me years in prison and SEAN QUINLAN went to bat for me and insured me I am in good hands and he will fight for whats best for his clients and that’s exactly what he did I got probation and restitution this man stuck to his word and did a very great job There is much more positive and good things I can say about SEAN QUINLAN, if you are looking for a lawyer, he is the person I recommend
THANK U SO MUCH SEAN QUINLAN
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01 Nov, 2024 by Ana heim
Attorney Quinlan was AMAZING! He’s super knowledgeable and professional. He answered all my questions throughout process and honestly calmed my anxiety with his demeanor. I 100% recommend him because he is worth every penny.
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09 Mar, 2021 by Samantha
He wasn't intimidated by any part of my Mother's case. He made sure not only to win her case in it's entirety, but he made sure ALL her legal fees paid to him were also reimbursed so in the end she was completely made whole. He is thorough, respectful, and won't waste your time.
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01 Dec, 2014 by Anonymous
I hired Michael Pykosh over 3 years ago. My search for a Lawyer to take on my case was exhausting. After making several calls into many different Attorney Office's and being denied the help that I needed, I was ready to give up. When I contacted Mike, he was the one who agreed to accept the challenge of my case and made me feel confident that I could rely on him to resolve and win my case, and indeed he did exactly that. He was responsive whenever I needed him. I will always have complete confidence and trust in Mike and his courteous Staff, and will continue to refer Mike to my friends and relatives who may be in need of an Excellent Lawyer.
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03 Nov, 2012 by Paul
I have dealt with Attorney Michael Pykosh for approximately 20 years. I find him to be responsive, knowledgeable and I value his opinions and thoughts. I am a 30 year full time Realtor and highly recommend my clients, friends and relatives to Mr. Pykosh. At settlement my clients can rest assured the job is complete, they have received the best service and have a title policy that will protect their interest in their home. His office and staff are professional and the most considerate.
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21 Oct, 2014 by Jaime black, esq.
I have known Tabetha for almost 10 years in the capacity as an opposing counsel, colleague, and client. I have witnessed firsthand the dedication and compassion she extends to her cases. When I stood as her opposing counsel, she was tough but fair and it was clear she was always ready to be an advocate for her client and push for the best result possible. Tabetha is also a valued colleague and an asset to the legal profession. I have consulted with her on numerous cases in order to take advantage of her broad knowledge in a variety of legal areas. Lastly, I have also been a client. Tabetha was accommodating and responsive to any questions I may have had and she took her time when meeting with me. I would highly recommend Attorney Tanner.
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20 Oct, 2014 by Tim
I have used Tabetha for several types of cases over the years. She has successfully argued many cases on my behalf. She is very knowledgeable. She responds quickly to my concerns and worked very hard for me. I would definitely use her services again and recommend her to others!
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29 Oct, 2013 by Randy
There are not enough words in the dictionary to explain the way my life has changed because of the dedication of this woman. She withstood all of the battles to finally win the war and I will be eternally grateful to her for her tireless efforts.....................simply put, she is GREAT at what she does. My Child Support was to Canada and she made everything work out with an ocean and thousands of mile between us. Domo Arigato from Japan for being and outstanding lawyer.
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12 Apr, 2011 by Anonymous
Attorney Dethlefs is a lawyer who works very hard to research and win a case. He cares about his clients - you will never feel like "just another client". He worked very hard on my case to keep me literally "up to the minute" on what was happening. I never felt "in the dark" or received any confusing documents. He was always available to take my phone calls - I often heard back from him within the hour. Attorney Dethlefs is very professional and I would not hesitate to hire him again or recommend him to anyone.
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08 Mar, 2010 by Gary
I have worked with attorneys for 42 years and I have found him and his law firm to be the easiest to contact and the most responsive of all the attorneys. I have worked with attorney Dethlefs for the past 15 years and he gives answers and gets things done.
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04 Mar, 2010 by Anonymous
Attorney Dethlefs prepared me for the court appearance, was informed and very prepared for the case. Although, we thought we may have to eventially prevail throught an appeal to a higher court, the case presented was decided in our favor at the lower court and the plaintiff actually ended up being admonished by the judge.
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24 Apr, 2018 by Anonymous
Articulate, intelligent, knowledgeable, formidable. Great lawyer. She got our case dismissed as it should have been immediately, where as another lawyer and the district attorney dragged it out for almost a year.
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21 Apr, 2015 by Bradford
She became a family friend and I would not be afraid to have her represent me in anything. I actually trust her should I die first with my estate/executor.
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14 Apr, 2009 by Anonymous
I worked with Mr. May on 3 different instances and got excellent advice. He gave me an honest opinion on what I should do rather than try to run up a big fee with a small chance of success.
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01 Aug, 2017 by Anonymous
I couldn't have asked for better representation than I received from Ms. Harkins. She was always very responsive. She was well versed with my case which only could have resulted from studying the material at hand and knowing the law. The two opposing attorneys (one from a local dealership and one from Mercedes Benz USA) certainly led some great arguments as to why this case shouldn't qualify for the LL however Shannon was quick to respond with clarification and solidified why it should qualify for the LL. The three Attorneys hearing our case ruled in favor of us. I feel as though we only won the case because of Shannon's confident presentation!
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17 Aug, 2011 by Rick
I needed her for a landlord dispute. The letter she sent got me results in about two days. I think the landlord responded with a check the same day he got the letter. As a police officer, I know a lot of lawyers. Christina is very personable and, if she can't answer a question, will find the answer. She works very hard as I learned from her work for my organization. I trust her without reservation. She is a fine Attorney.
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02 Jan, 2025 by Joshua dieter
I recently had the pleasure of working with Jordan Wartman & Mary Geraets out of the Harrisburg office. This team tirelessly worked on my case getting the maximum achievable results. Not once did they falter from their tasks at hand. Not to mention that the communication was always on going. If your looking for a truly dedicated team, look no further. This is where you want to go!!!
- Joshua P. Dieter
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26 Nov, 2024 by Roco locko
My Experience working with attorney Jordan P. Wartman was an excellent experience. Attorney Wartman is a professional injury lawyer, and he is very caring and compassionate. After being hit by a drunk driver, I suffered a debilitating injury and trauma . From the beginning, Attorney Wartman was there for me . He counseled me and encouraged me all through my claim process. recently Attorney Wartman won my case for Me, but he did not say goodbye or that this is the end instead he said, “ that he will continue to be proactive in my case if I ever need him.” How sweet not only did he get the money for me! but said he will be there for me if I ever need him in the future.
Thank you,
Attorney Jordan P. Wartman.
Sincerely,
Roberta Zenmon
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24 May, 2024 by Michael uber
highly recommend! Great work, they do all the work for you.
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06 Jan, 2025 by Annette smith
18 Oct, 2024 by Leanne melella
I cannot say enough good things about this firm. They were so kind, patient, and transparent throughout our custody disagreement with my husband’s ex. Lisa Long is truly a godsend. Caring, thorough, and incredibly well spoken. We highly recommend them and would use them without hesitation in the future, if needed.
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11 Sep, 2024 by Clifton doering
Kathleen Gadalla was professional and knowledgeable in handling my case. She was always available to answer my questions and provide guidance throughout the process. I highly recommend Grace Legal Offices!
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24 Aug, 2017 by Anonymous
Ms. Coyne was a pleasure to work with on recent real estate transaction. She responded to my questions in a prompt, courteous and thorough manner. She was patient and took the time to educate me about the process. For anyone looking for highly personalized and fairly priced services, I would highly recommend this small, veteran owned law firm.
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21 Oct, 2009 by Anonymous
Always responsive and available to me and my family in a difficult time. Lisa was extremely knowledgable about the law, and, more importantly, she provided practical advice to resolve difficult issues in a very economical way
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07 Mar, 2013 by Katie
Atty. Richards was a pleasure to work with. Not only was she trustworthy and reliable but she was straight forward and realistic. I always knew she had my best interest at heart. Highly recommended.
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07 Dec, 2012 by Susan
I am glad I was referred to Alice and would recommend her for anyone in a similar situation. She is prompt with getting back to you through either email or phone contact. She is very helpful and knowledgeable. My divorce is still in process but I trust her as my lawyer.
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26 Jan, 2012 by Sandy
Jeffrey was knowledgable and willing to really work to get things right. He was understanding and thorough, which was important to me since I knew nothing about the procedure.
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24 Apr, 2014 by Satisfied client
Justin came to our service in a Tenant/Landlord issue. We were being unduly burdened by a very problematic tenant with unreasonable demands.
Justin listened to us. quickly understood our objectives, needs and priorities. He helped us come up with a winning strategy while working to keep our total cost as low as possible. We found him sincere, bright and receptive. I would confidently recommend him to any of my friends or associates.
Justin I would personally like to acknowledge and thank you for your excellent service.
Best Regards
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03 Jul, 2022 by Anonymous
Chris was highly recommended by a trusted source and proved to be invaluable at assisting me with a DWI. Chris kept me up to date on my case, worked the system for almost exactly a year to achieve the best possible result. Chris and his team were always up front, never renegotiated the cost for my defense, kept me appraised of what we were up against and did a tremendous job!
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11 Dec, 2024 by Naomi aa
Some of the Attorneys in this law firm are con artists. Trying hard to make my friends give up their property to their client’s that has no legal right. I have never ever seen unprofessional attorneys in my life. I don’t know how many clients they have conned. They shouldn’t be allowed to practice in the US, they are rogue attorneys.
I have been privileged enough to read the communications between them and my friends and I couldn’t believe my eyes. How do people like this get away with such blatant disregard of the law.
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24 Apr, 2024 by Ron baum
Brian Perry is a top notch lawyer who will get the job done, period. I’ve hired Brian on 2 occasions and each time I’ve come away with a sentence I never would have expected. A combined total from the 2 cases equaled 14 years in prison and over $35,000 in fines. Each situation ended up with a sentence of 1 year of probation, a minimal fine and court costs. Brian will put you at ease during the first meeting as he reviews your case and explains the charges in detail so you can understand and make decisions. He is very thorough, hard working and always gets the best results possible. I trust Brian completely and would recommend him to family and friends knowing they are in the best hands. When you weigh his fee to the cost of losing your freedom it’s an easy decision. ‘You get what you pay for’ isn’t just a saying it’s the truth.
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18 Jan, 2024 by Gary
Very professional extremely knowledgeable,fights hard for you,answers emails and text and in a tiger in the court room,
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21 Oct, 2018 by Anonymous
He’s not the kinda of attorney that will make false promises for you to hire him. He’s very honest and up front. He also focuses on the big picture and how a judge will see things. He’s very knowledgeable on the laws. All around he’s a good attorney. We have kept him on retainer for two years now for child custody purposes and he has yet to let us Down. He also gives sound legal advice and always gets back to us in a timely manner.
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14 Jun, 2018 by Louis
John King is a no bs attorney with a mind for fairness. His legal counsel has proven both useful and calming in an altogether stressful situation. And seriously, you’ve got to see him in the court room. Professional, courteous, an avid listener, and a force to be reckoned with: we can’t speak highly enough of John F. King.
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06 May, 2018 by Mark
This attorney is out of touch and a waste of your time. Hired him for alimony modification and he attended court hearing unprepared and made agreement with judge without my concent. Avoid this Attorney!
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16 Jan, 2025 by Gonzalo olvera
Recommended from a buddy of mine. To be specific, Heather was the best help I received. She negotiated a great deal for a speeding ticket which I was facing license suspension. Even the judge said that it was “quite the offer.” Saved me from suspension and a bad reputation on my license.
Many thanks.
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10 Dec, 2024 by Jeff ulerick
Mr. Lauer represented me on December 10th, 2024 at a preliminary hearing in Perry County, PA. Pat , with his experience and knowledge of the law, and what seemed insurmountable evidence, sliced right through the "hog wash." The case was dismissed despite the very low threshold. He's definitely on my speed dial.
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05 Dec, 2024 by Joan kunkle
I'm so grateful for what you how done for me yesterday.
Thank you so very much.
❤️❤️❤️
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16 Jan, 2025 by Gonzalo olvera
Recommended from a buddy of mine. To be specific, Heather was the best help I received. She negotiated a great deal for a speeding ticket which I was facing license suspension. Even the judge said that it was “quite the offer.” Saved me from suspension and a bad reputation on my license.
Many thanks.
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10 Dec, 2024 by Jeff ulerick
Mr. Lauer represented me on December 10th, 2024 at a preliminary hearing in Perry County, PA. Pat , with his experience and knowledge of the law, and what seemed insurmountable evidence, sliced right through the "hog wash." The case was dismissed despite the very low threshold. He's definitely on my speed dial.
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05 Dec, 2024 by Joan kunkle
I'm so grateful for what you how done for me yesterday.
Thank you so very much.
❤️❤️❤️
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11 Dec, 2024 by Naomi aa
Some of the Attorneys in this law firm are con artists. Trying hard to make my friends give up their property to their client’s that has no legal right. I have never ever seen unprofessional attorneys in my life. I don’t know how many clients they have conned. They shouldn’t be allowed to practice in the US, they are rogue attorneys.
I have been privileged enough to read the communications between them and my friends and I couldn’t believe my eyes. How do people like this get away with such blatant disregard of the law.
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24 Apr, 2024 by Ron baum
Brian Perry is a top notch lawyer who will get the job done, period. I’ve hired Brian on 2 occasions and each time I’ve come away with a sentence I never would have expected. A combined total from the 2 cases equaled 14 years in prison and over $35,000 in fines. Each situation ended up with a sentence of 1 year of probation, a minimal fine and court costs. Brian will put you at ease during the first meeting as he reviews your case and explains the charges in detail so you can understand and make decisions. He is very thorough, hard working and always gets the best results possible. I trust Brian completely and would recommend him to family and friends knowing they are in the best hands. When you weigh his fee to the cost of losing your freedom it’s an easy decision. ‘You get what you pay for’ isn’t just a saying it’s the truth.
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13 Dec, 2023 by Samuel cortez
Professional and reliable
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19 Aug, 2024 by Brian lecher
Jon White was recommended to me to handle a sensitive matter involving a family member. He represented us over a period of several months and was able to deliver the best-case solution to our problem. It was a very positive experience and I have nothing but good things to say about Jon. He was thorough, professional, and responsive to calls and emails. Equally important to me, he was sincere and personable. I would definitely recommend him to anyone who needs representation in a criminal matter.
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06 May, 2024 by Jesse roldan
For about a year Jon White has represented me in several criminal cases that I had to deal with because of a scorned ex and false allegations. He was professional all throughout and I would say helped me achieve favorable outcomes on all cases. He worked with me on payment arrangements and was always very communicative. I would highly recommend anyone use him as counsel.
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20 Jun, 2023 by Diamond
I really want to give this law firm nothing but I’ll give them two stars just because of Megan, Jon White’s paralegal. Megan went above and beyond for me even came to a court hearing and fought hard for me, but Jon on the other hand is a terrible lawyer I never heard from him, he would be in trial or somewhere else and not reach out to me and have me looking stupid when I had court and he was somewhere else without even talking to me first, all he did was continue my court dates and try to take money from me in the process. I fired him asap If you are going to use the firm use anyone else but JON WHITE!!!!!!!
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11 Dec, 2024 by Naomi aa
Some of the Attorneys in this law firm are con artists. Trying hard to make my friends give up their property to their client’s that has no legal right. I have never ever seen unprofessional attorneys in my life. I don’t know how many clients they have conned. They shouldn’t be allowed to practice in the US, they are rogue attorneys.
I have been privileged enough to read the communications between them and my friends and I couldn’t believe my eyes. How do people like this get away with such blatant disregard of the law.
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24 Apr, 2024 by Ron baum
Brian Perry is a top notch lawyer who will get the job done, period. I’ve hired Brian on 2 occasions and each time I’ve come away with a sentence I never would have expected. A combined total from the 2 cases equaled 14 years in prison and over $35,000 in fines. Each situation ended up with a sentence of 1 year of probation, a minimal fine and court costs. Brian will put you at ease during the first meeting as he reviews your case and explains the charges in detail so you can understand and make decisions. He is very thorough, hard working and always gets the best results possible. I trust Brian completely and would recommend him to family and friends knowing they are in the best hands. When you weigh his fee to the cost of losing your freedom it’s an easy decision. ‘You get what you pay for’ isn’t just a saying it’s the truth.
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13 Dec, 2023 by Samuel cortez
Professional and reliable
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04 Nov, 2024 by Melissa mueller mccullough
Mary Jo helped my husband and I prepare our wills. She was thorough and really helped us walk through what could be worst case scenarios. Although these are tough conversations to have, I'm happy that we took the time to do this and that she gave us all of the options. I feel much better knowing that this has been taken care of if something were to happen. The level of expertise that she has gave me the confidence that this was done correctly the first time. Thank you!
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23 Jul, 2024 by Skip straining
Caring and professional
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13 Dec, 2023 by A j
Working with an attorney can be very intimidating, but Craig Hatch was Incredibly knowledgeable and very, very nice to work with. His assistant LIsa was incredibly nice as well and really helped with the process. Thank you, thank you, for an amazing experience.
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Contact Information:
Provide details of any witnesses or other parties relevant to your case. -
Personal Identification:
Bring a valid ID for verification purposes. -
Pen and Notebook:
Take notes during the consultation to remember important points. -
Budget Constraints:
Be ready to discuss your budget and any financial limitations.
How Much Does a Lawyer Cost?
The cost of hiring a lawyer varies widely based on several factors:
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Fee Structures:
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Hourly Rate:
Lawyers may charge anywhere from $150 to $500 or more per hour, depending on experience and location. -
Flat Fee:
For routine legal services like drafting a will or handling an uncontested divorce, lawyers might offer a flat fee. -
Retainer Fee:
An upfront payment against which the lawyer bills hourly fees. -
Contingency Fee:
Common in personal injury cases; the lawyer receives a percentage (typically 25% to 40%) of any settlement or award. -
Monthly Retainer:
For ongoing services, businesses might pay a monthly fee for a set number of hours or services.
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Hourly Rate:
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Factors Affecting Cost:
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Complexity of the Case:
More complex cases require more time and resources, increasing costs. -
Lawyer's Experience:
Highly experienced lawyers may charge higher fees. -
Geographic Location:
Legal fees can vary significantly by region or city. -
Additional Expenses:
Court filing fees, expert witness fees, travel expenses, and administrative costs may be extra.
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Complexity of the Case:
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Estimating Total Costs:
Request a detailed fee agreement outlining all potential costs.
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Negotiating Fees:
Some lawyers may be willing to negotiate fees or offer payment plans, especially for clients with financial constraints. -
Pro Bono Services:
For those who cannot afford legal services, some lawyers or legal aid organizations offer services at reduced rates or for free.
