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16 Aug, 2024 by Renee sedlacek lee
Pat Waldron provided excellent service and walked alongside us through the entire process of what otherwise would have been a very stressful experience. Thank you to the entire team at Patterson Law Firm!
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20 Mar, 2024 by Tori ashman
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10 Dec, 2023 by Michael carson
Scott handled my case exactly how I asked. He got what I needed done a lot easier than I expected. I absolutely reccomend him!
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27 Jun, 2024 by Rod lyman
Knew I was in trouble when my defense attorney said " that's just the way it is ". Did no research on my case . No show at court day several times .
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18 Jun, 2024 by Michael ellick
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16 Dec, 2023 by Tara misra
I recently worked with Alison Kanne on a professional matter and she was kind, patient, highly knowledgeable, and helpful. Her rates were extremely reasonable and I would recommend her to anyone needing guidance with educational law.
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16 Aug, 2024 by Renee sedlacek lee
Pat Waldron provided excellent service and walked alongside us through the entire process of what otherwise would have been a very stressful experience. Thank you to the entire team at Patterson Law Firm!
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20 Mar, 2024 by Tori ashman
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10 Dec, 2023 by Michael carson
Scott handled my case exactly how I asked. He got what I needed done a lot easier than I expected. I absolutely reccomend him!
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16 Aug, 2024 by Renee sedlacek lee
Pat Waldron provided excellent service and walked alongside us through the entire process of what otherwise would have been a very stressful experience. Thank you to the entire team at Patterson Law Firm!
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20 Mar, 2024 by Tori ashman
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10 Dec, 2023 by Michael carson
Scott handled my case exactly how I asked. He got what I needed done a lot easier than I expected. I absolutely reccomend him!
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16 Aug, 2024 by Renee sedlacek lee
Pat Waldron provided excellent service and walked alongside us through the entire process of what otherwise would have been a very stressful experience. Thank you to the entire team at Patterson Law Firm!
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20 Mar, 2024 by Tori ashman
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10 Dec, 2023 by Michael carson
Scott handled my case exactly how I asked. He got what I needed done a lot easier than I expected. I absolutely reccomend him!
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16 Aug, 2024 by Renee sedlacek lee
Pat Waldron provided excellent service and walked alongside us through the entire process of what otherwise would have been a very stressful experience. Thank you to the entire team at Patterson Law Firm!
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20 Mar, 2024 by Tori ashman
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10 Dec, 2023 by Michael carson
Scott handled my case exactly how I asked. He got what I needed done a lot easier than I expected. I absolutely reccomend him!
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16 Aug, 2024 by Renee sedlacek lee
Pat Waldron provided excellent service and walked alongside us through the entire process of what otherwise would have been a very stressful experience. Thank you to the entire team at Patterson Law Firm!
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20 Mar, 2024 by Tori ashman
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10 Dec, 2023 by Michael carson
Scott handled my case exactly how I asked. He got what I needed done a lot easier than I expected. I absolutely reccomend him!
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16 Aug, 2024 by Renee sedlacek lee
Pat Waldron provided excellent service and walked alongside us through the entire process of what otherwise would have been a very stressful experience. Thank you to the entire team at Patterson Law Firm!
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20 Mar, 2024 by Tori ashman
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10 Dec, 2023 by Michael carson
Scott handled my case exactly how I asked. He got what I needed done a lot easier than I expected. I absolutely reccomend him!
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16 Aug, 2024 by Renee sedlacek lee
Pat Waldron provided excellent service and walked alongside us through the entire process of what otherwise would have been a very stressful experience. Thank you to the entire team at Patterson Law Firm!
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20 Mar, 2024 by Tori ashman
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10 Dec, 2023 by Michael carson
Scott handled my case exactly how I asked. He got what I needed done a lot easier than I expected. I absolutely reccomend him!
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16 Aug, 2024 by Renee sedlacek lee
Pat Waldron provided excellent service and walked alongside us through the entire process of what otherwise would have been a very stressful experience. Thank you to the entire team at Patterson Law Firm!
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20 Mar, 2024 by Tori ashman
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10 Dec, 2023 by Michael carson
Scott handled my case exactly how I asked. He got what I needed done a lot easier than I expected. I absolutely reccomend him!
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16 Aug, 2024 by Renee sedlacek lee
Pat Waldron provided excellent service and walked alongside us through the entire process of what otherwise would have been a very stressful experience. Thank you to the entire team at Patterson Law Firm!
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20 Mar, 2024 by Tori ashman
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10 Dec, 2023 by Michael carson
Scott handled my case exactly how I asked. He got what I needed done a lot easier than I expected. I absolutely reccomend him!
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16 Aug, 2024 by Renee sedlacek lee
Pat Waldron provided excellent service and walked alongside us through the entire process of what otherwise would have been a very stressful experience. Thank you to the entire team at Patterson Law Firm!
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20 Mar, 2024 by Tori ashman
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10 Dec, 2023 by Michael carson
Scott handled my case exactly how I asked. He got what I needed done a lot easier than I expected. I absolutely reccomend him!
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16 Aug, 2024 by Renee sedlacek lee
Pat Waldron provided excellent service and walked alongside us through the entire process of what otherwise would have been a very stressful experience. Thank you to the entire team at Patterson Law Firm!
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20 Mar, 2024 by Tori ashman
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10 Dec, 2023 by Michael carson
Scott handled my case exactly how I asked. He got what I needed done a lot easier than I expected. I absolutely reccomend him!
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28 Mar, 2024 by Sammi turner
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18 Feb, 2024 by Kent balduchi
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02 Feb, 2024 by Blanky
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04 Oct, 2024 by Suzi bonnett
Top notch representation. The doctor is NOT always right.
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04 Oct, 2024 by Jazmine rogers
Jeff was amazing! He really made me feel at ease after my accident. I was able to sit back and focus on getting better while he took care of everything. Highly recommend!
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01 Oct, 2024 by Emma c
I recently had a consultation with Jeff and couldn’t be more impressed with the experience. He was professional, knowledgeable and genuinely listened to my concerns. I appreciated his transparency, how approachable he was and the confidence I felt with his guidance.
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04 Oct, 2024 by Suzi bonnett
Top notch representation. The doctor is NOT always right.
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04 Oct, 2024 by Jazmine rogers
Jeff was amazing! He really made me feel at ease after my accident. I was able to sit back and focus on getting better while he took care of everything. Highly recommend!
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01 Oct, 2024 by Emma c
I recently had a consultation with Jeff and couldn’t be more impressed with the experience. He was professional, knowledgeable and genuinely listened to my concerns. I appreciated his transparency, how approachable he was and the confidence I felt with his guidance.
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04 Oct, 2024 by Suzi bonnett
Top notch representation. The doctor is NOT always right.
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04 Oct, 2024 by Jazmine rogers
Jeff was amazing! He really made me feel at ease after my accident. I was able to sit back and focus on getting better while he took care of everything. Highly recommend!
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01 Oct, 2024 by Emma c
I recently had a consultation with Jeff and couldn’t be more impressed with the experience. He was professional, knowledgeable and genuinely listened to my concerns. I appreciated his transparency, how approachable he was and the confidence I felt with his guidance.
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27 Jun, 2024 by Rod lyman
Knew I was in trouble when my defense attorney said " that's just the way it is ". Did no research on my case . No show at court day several times .
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18 Jun, 2024 by Michael ellick
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16 Dec, 2023 by Tara misra
I recently worked with Alison Kanne on a professional matter and she was kind, patient, highly knowledgeable, and helpful. Her rates were extremely reasonable and I would recommend her to anyone needing guidance with educational law.
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27 Jun, 2024 by Rod lyman
Knew I was in trouble when my defense attorney said " that's just the way it is ". Did no research on my case . No show at court day several times .
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18 Jun, 2024 by Michael ellick
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16 Dec, 2023 by Tara misra
I recently worked with Alison Kanne on a professional matter and she was kind, patient, highly knowledgeable, and helpful. Her rates were extremely reasonable and I would recommend her to anyone needing guidance with educational law.
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27 Jun, 2024 by Rod lyman
Knew I was in trouble when my defense attorney said " that's just the way it is ". Did no research on my case . No show at court day several times .
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18 Jun, 2024 by Michael ellick
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16 Dec, 2023 by Tara misra
I recently worked with Alison Kanne on a professional matter and she was kind, patient, highly knowledgeable, and helpful. Her rates were extremely reasonable and I would recommend her to anyone needing guidance with educational law.
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27 Jun, 2020 by Conrad law (scanner)
Competent without being impersonal. I know Don and Nile best. Ask for either of them if you need a job done right.
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26 May, 2020 by Douglas deaton
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05 Dec, 2019 by Lauralie corpron
They are great
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27 Jun, 2020 by Conrad law (scanner)
Competent without being impersonal. I know Don and Nile best. Ask for either of them if you need a job done right.
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26 May, 2020 by Douglas deaton
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05 Dec, 2019 by Lauralie corpron
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16 May, 2024 by Tim lovell
No "run around" with this Firm. Right to the point, easy to deal with.
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13 May, 2024 by June rush
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29 Apr, 2024 by Linda quigley
They picked up my case on the first phone call. I like the fact I never had to go to their office, it was all done over the phone or electronically.
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19 Mar, 2024 by Conrad law (scanner)
Tyler is a rare treat and a person who cares about his clients. He's also really intelligent.
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15 Mar, 2023 by Anonymous
I hired Tyler Coe as my attorney and it was a mistake and I hope you don't make the same mistake as me. Tyler Coe did not respond to the majority of emails, his whole effort was to appease the opposing attorney, never his client, and when I showed his work to his board, they refunded my retainer.
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09 Jul, 2021 by Megan hennessy
Tyler Coe provided exceptional legal counsel throughout my divorce and custody proceedings. Tyler is professional, supportive, and informed. I cannot recommend Tyler and Whitfield & Eddy enough - Their representation is simply unparalleled.
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08 Jul, 2024 by Mark bro
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08 Jul, 2024 by Jennifer zwagerman
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08 Jul, 2024 by Joel marchan
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08 Jul, 2024 by Sack turd
Great place if you need assistance for everything except criminal charges
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08 Jul, 2024 by Lacee wiegand-schipper
No one called back
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08 Jul, 2024 by Nikki barber
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12 May, 2024 by Don miller
Awesome staff and the doctors are legit. I'll definitely be back cause it's a keeper.
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      For routine legal services like drafting a will or handling an uncontested divorce, lawyers might offer a flat fee.
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