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05 Aug, 2024 by Kent
Anyone facing divorce knows the financial and emotional upheaval that is about to descend on your life. Finding a competent lawyer to guide you through the divorce process can be a daunting task and I found such a lawyer: Sarah Brandon from North Country Law Office.
Sarah's calm, empathetic demeanor was a great support during the entire divorce proceedings. She always consistently steered me in the right direction to ensure the best possible outcome. Sarah’s advice on two separate occasions prevented me from taking actions that would have further complicated resolving an already emotionally-charged divorce.
Sarah is a firm, tough negotiator and with her many years of practicing family law, she has acquired exceptional expertise in divorce law. Her superior understanding of the law resulted in a settlement that will enable me to live a financially-secure post-divorce life. What was impressive is she held down legal fees by avoiding expensive litigation.
Regarding Sarah's fees, her retainer and other expenses were reasonable. She called and emailed only when it was necessary. Sarah didn't play the all-to-common legal game of driving up legal expenses with unnecessary legal maneuvers. She is honest, ethical and I would highly recommend Sarah to handle any divorce, from the simple to the complex.
Sarah is the owner of the law firm. Her office staff of Liz, Tasha and Katie understand how difficult divorce can be and they more than once put me at ease with their lighthearted sense of humor and kindness. The professional and personable services this firm provided made the rocky road of divorce easier.
Finally, I had the utmost confidence in being represented by a law firm owned and staffed entirely with women. My confidence was not misplaced as my ability to live a financially-secure life is due entirely to this firm. Thank you, Sarah, Katie, Tasha and Liz for your hard work and dedication.
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16 Jun, 2024 by Anonymous
Sarah did an amazing job helping me with my divorce. And her team was very helpful.
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05 Jun, 2024 by Anonymous
Sarah and her team did an amazing job handling my case. I was happy with their service the whole time and would recommend them to others.
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24 Apr, 2021 by Robert
After retaining Ms. Tate for an emergency issue, my case was carefully and competently handled. Her work ethic was extraordinary and communication was thorough and prompt. Her recommendations were valid and always in the best interest of moving forward with the case. I can honestly say that I've never encountered an attorney as respectful and empathetic as I did with Ms Tate. If you have an issue that falls within her purview (mine was family law), I would absolutely recommend her. Don't second guess it! Just give her a call and see what she has to say!
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09 Aug, 2019 by Gavrayell
I switched from a previous attorney to Krystal after a year of no change and within two weeks of having Krystal represent me we had an agreement and signed our parenting plan. Krystal took charge and was on my side and made things happen quickly and how I wanted them! I appreciate her very much!
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10 Mar, 2016 by C.a.
After my mother's death, I was referred to the Douglas Barnes law offices by the law firm that prepared my mother's living trust. As Trustee, I had found myself having to deal with an extremely difficult and highly volatile beneficiary. It was clear to me that I needed legal assistance and representation to carry out my duties as Trustee.
After engaging the law firm, I developed a great working relationship with Krystal Tate Hulten and she evolved to be the lead attorney for my case.
I discovered that Krystal is a highly skilled negotiator when working with opposing counsel to achieve client objectives in highly contentious
situations. She will make things happen at deadline, will make maximum use of client's time, and is very accessible and responsive.
I highly recommend Krystal to anyone who needs assistance with their estate business.
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19 Sep, 2022 by James
If you are in need of an attorney to represent you in a personal injury case we highly, highly recommend Tom Webster, and his Law Office. If you are in this need, you are actually looking for a friend with excellent legal skills. Tom really knows the law, specifically the laws surrounding personal injury claims. He also knows a great deal on the medical side. He was most helpful in guiding us to terrific specialists who were of great help. Tom and his team are many things; extremely competent, compassionate, caring and effective. Very effective.
The end result of our case was that Tom and his team were able to secure for us, triple the amount originally offered by the insurance company. Tom’s team also handled all the providers claims that needed to be dealt with afterward. Highly recommend Tom Webster and his team.
You will find that friend and he in turn WILL walk with you as your life returns to normal …and maximize your settlement.
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23 Jun, 2011 by Anonymous
My husband and I hired Tom for my husbands case regarding visitation with his children, the original plan needed to be modified since we moved 400 miles away. It should have been simple but thanks to my husbands ex-wife's attorney, it wasn't. It seemed as though her attorney, being from the a bigger city, thought she could get over on our "small town" attorney-was she wrong. They dug deep to confirm anything she said about the court systems in the county that this had to be filed in and caught her in some less than truthful situations.
Long story short, Tom and his whole office went out of their way to make us their first priority at all times, they kept us informed of every little detail and offered up advice they thought would resolve our case in an attempt to save us time and money. He's a caring and compassionate attorney and I would use him over and over if needed.
We once had a conversation about how 99% of attorney's are in it for the money and the other 1% are in it to help families...Tom's the other 1% in my book!
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04 Mar, 2011 by Karen
He new what he was going, answered all of my questions and we one our case!!
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24 Jun, 2020 by Alan
Mr. Marasco helped me get my case where I wanted it.
He was there to answer all my questions and was there with me every step of the way. He explained the process step-by-step so there were no surprises for me. I have hired him twice now and well continue using him in the future.
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07 Jun, 2020 by Shantil
Mr. Marasco was very quick and efficient on solving my matter. He kept in contact with me, explain matters I didn't understand, very patient person. I would recommend mr. Marasco to somebody who needed a good lawyer I would also rehire him if I needed him again thank you so much!
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16 Apr, 2016 by Anonymous
I had two contracts for her to review. I thought one replaced the original. However, I wasn't sure about the second. Allison analyzed both contracts and decided that the second contract was the valid one. She took care of my whole legal problem with in 30 minutes. I have never experienced a more competent attorney. She is fairly you but she know her contract law backwards and forwards.
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10 Jul, 2014 by Byron
We called many Attorneys and had no luck when we needed help with keeping Custody of our Grand Children. We tried using a Web Site called about the Children and all the money and time was wasted. I went to Allison with 3 day notice of my daughter was to pick up the children, we needed to make sure she was able to care for the children due to substance abuse. Alison was able to get an emergency hearing and we still are able to keep the Children due to reasons as mentioned. We cant thank her enough. The Children are safe and cared for until mom can do the job.
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28 Dec, 2023 by Ernie tao
Travis Phelps,
Hello there sir sorry to bother, in January 8th I’m living for work on fishing vessel in Alaska we’ve talked about this on my first hearing would you be so kind please if it’s possible if you can do it on next week cause we don’t have to wait until the 17th please. My tickets had been paid by the company and the HR warn me to solve the case first before I lose the job please I don’t wanna missed the opportunity please you can email me @ erniesoliai89@gmail please is urgent and thank you for you’re helping me and especially you’re time is valuable. God bless your heart brother
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03 Jan, 2024 by David miller
Hard to get a hold of between 9:15 and 12:15. You’d be lucky to get through. When I got through, the lady was rude and hung up on me
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14 Jul, 2022 by Tammy deacy
Even if you fill out application you have to call forever to get someone to answer
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31 Mar, 2022 by Mindy blackburn
16 Sep, 2014 by J
I saw her in action in court and she shines!!!! She is the first attorney that held her ground against my ex and she put him in his place too. It was great seeing and experiencing that for the first time ever!!! And she is the first female attorney I have ever gotten. I have been dealing with male attorneys that don't stand up for me and help my ex with his paper work. 2 people suggested I get a female attorney that she will fight more for me and I got that with Erika... I now trust she knows what shes doing and will be a cougar in the court room!!!! Glad Tamblyn law is on my side.
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05 Feb, 2016 by Anonymous
I've worked with, as well as had Jim Irwin as my attorney, and he is extremely dedicated and carries a huge caseload, and does it well. He's been a lawyer over 30 years, and done over 450 trials, so he's not afraid to fight. If you have a chance to win or get a better deal he will find it, such as negotiating a downward amendment of a MV issue, and taking care of everything so you don't even have to go to court (as in my case) or keep your CDL or what-have-you. HOWEVER he doesn't have time to answer after-hours calls, or your wife's e-mails, etc. if you did something so bad the court won't let you go and you can't post bail-- or you screwed up your conditions of release and got landed back in jail, as the person that wrote that "watch your self" comment probably did (the court does not let you stay 3 weeks in jail without an arraignment, no matter who your attorney is, or it will lead to dismissal). This is a great venue for people to blame their attorney anonymously for their screw ups, so one should consider the source of these so-called ratings.
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23 Oct, 2015 by Anonymous
Save your self time and grief plead for another defender. After I was read my rights and I asked to speak with an attorney, Mr. Irwin allowed me to sit in jail with no contact with my attorney for three weeks. In addition he never responded to my free phone call, multiple emails, phone calls from my wife and other family members. Unless the prosecutor makes an error on which he can have your case dismissed I feel your Goose is cooked. My wisest decision was getting another attorney
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04 Nov, 2021 by Heidi grubb
They were very helpful nice and will to work with us
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