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06 May, 2024 by Jeri kaczmarek
When my husband and I decided to get our affairs in order and develop an estate plan we found an amazing attorney, Timothy J. Scott (TJ). From the very first meeting and through the entire process TJ provided answers to our questions and explained the legal terms involved in a revocable living trust. All information discussed was provided in a format for our reference. TJ is extremely easy to talk with and we felt comfortable he listened to our concerns. Change is inevitable and TJ assured us he will be available to answer questions we might have in the future. We feel confident we made the right choice in working with the Law Office of Timothy J. Scott, P. A.
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01 May, 2024 by Joan jandl
TJ did an excellent job putting together our estate plan. We are very pleased with his work.
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30 Apr, 2024 by Joe kieffer
Tim was great to work with. He explained all the options clearly for our trust.
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13 Sep, 2024 by Jerry windley-daoust
Joseph Kukla at this law firm helped us through the process of obtaining guardianship for our son who has developmental disabilities. Joseph was thorough, friendly, and professional, and we would recommend him to any of our friends who need to go through the guardianship process.
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24 Apr, 2024 by Sue
I hired Hill Crabb last winter after receiving a notice from my ex-husband that he simply discontinued his court-ordered spousal support payments. I worked with Alaina Wenning on this issues could not be more grateful for her help, patience, empathy and expertise. In the end. she helped me negotiate a higher payment in return that I thought was going to be possible. I am very, very grateful.
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15 Nov, 2023 by Chris
I worked with Richard Crabb on a DWI case. He was knowledgeable, straightforward, responsive and ultimately was able to find the statute in the law that not only got me out of jail but kept me out, with my drivers license and ability to work. Worth every dime I paid. To get these results and to be treated with such respect I’d have paid double. Thanks Richard !
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24 Jan, 2023 by Mike fredrickson
Highly recommend calling for any of your legal needs!
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24 Jan, 2023 by Mary sederstrom
Highly recommend!
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24 Jan, 2023 by Brett johnson
Very knowledgeable group of lawyers and representatives. They are dedicated to doing whatever they can to help win your case.
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03 Oct, 2024 by Anonymous
I had an excellent experience working with my employment law attorney, Dan. From the start, it was clear he’s a great listener and truly knowledgeable in this area of law. He gave me the space to share my story and provided practical, down-to-earth advice, without overwhelming me with legal jargon. Dan was incredibly accessible, no matter the time zone differences or even on weekends, and always kept me updated on the status of my case so I was never left guessing. He is also very mindful of his clients' financial situations, offering solutions that are fair and reasonable. There was no overcharging or inflating of time or services. His focus was always on doing what’s right, and he consistently went the extra mile to reach a resolution. I also appreciated his diplomatic approach with opposing counsel, ensuring a respectful working relationship while staying firm on getting a fair outcome for me. I highly recommend him.
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08 Aug, 2024 by David
Most of the other attorneys we contacted would not even review our case without a fee upfront and then we had to wait at least 2 weeks for an appointment. Danel took our call right away, even on a Saturday during a major holiday. He was kind and caring from the moment our case was discussed. He reviewed all of our options, the best course of action, and didn’t candy coat any of it. He had the knowledge and the experience that we needed. He communicated with us on a regular basis, even past our settlement date. We highly recommend him.
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25 Jun, 2024 by Anonymous
Dan was amazing with my case. Most lawyers kept telling me they couldn’t really do much because I live in an at will state. Dan listened from the very beginning and started planning how I should proceed with my case. Thankfully Dan was able to get my case settled and not go to court. I highly recommend Dan. He’s professional, honest, and caring. I had no concerns working with him. If you need an employment attorney give Dan a call.
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13 Mar, 2024 by Yorlando97
I hired Rebecca to make changes to my parenting plan that was poorly done due to lack of representation in my final divorce hearing. My ex was taking advantage of the lack of clarity, detail and a parenting schedule. Rebecca was very direct, stern and played hard ball. She kept me informed every step of the way. She fought hard for everything that was in the best interest of my daughter and me. She was available everytime I needed her and had a question or concern. She was great to work with. I trusted her and that was a major thing because my daughters safety was a huge concern. I was very happy with the outcome of everything and happy I hired Rebecca.
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23 Jan, 2019 by Blake
I was fortunate enough to have Rebecca as an attorney for a few years. She represented my family with care and respect, particularly once she understood the dynamics of the situation well enough to see clearly through what was often a mire of lies and deception by the opposing council and their client.
I am thankful for Rebecca's legal support through the most difficult of times, and recommend her expertise wholeheartedly to anyone who would like to be represented by an attorney who consistently acts in an upright manner. If your case is about parental rights, you can rest assured that Rebecca will consistently place the best interest of the child(ren) first, and if you are like me, that will put your mind at ease when leaning on her council.
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20 Nov, 2018 by Julia
I was referred to Rebecca by a friend who hired her to assist with divorce and child custody matters. My friend could not say enough about how Rebecca made the entire process so much easier for her and in her words "Rebecca made me stronger and helped me have the backbone to stand up for myself". I took my friend's recommendation and now have worked with Rebecca on two separate occasions to make modifications to my parenting plan and custody agreement. Rebecca is professional, sharp and always made me feel as though she truly was on my side and cared about doing right by my children and I. I can't imagine going through the process without her by my side and would highly recommend her to anyone who is seeking counsel on family matters.
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14 Apr, 2021 by Tom
Tim is a very knowlegeable, friedly, and dedicated professional. My little brother got into a business trouble last year. I helped him find Tim as his lawyer. My brother's English is not very good. Tim is so patient and considerate. He was always there to help him out. Throughout the process, Tim and his assistant Even had provided outstanding service and help. My brother is extremely happy with Tim and Even, as well as with their service. Thank you Tim and Even for taking care of my little brother.
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17 Dec, 2019 by Clark
Another lawyer, who is a family friend, strong recommended that I hire Tim. During our first meeting, he was able to explain the charges and what needed to be done before my next court date. He talked to me like a friend and used non-legal terms to explain the issues and our options. I was very happy with the outcome and can highly recommend his office.
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21 Jun, 2018 by Anonymous
Tim was very friendly and exceedingly helpful. He was knowledgeable and experienced about everything I had to ask him. He immediately eased my nerves and stress by explaining everything even though it was just a consultation. I highly recommend Tim.
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26 Aug, 2023 by Bruce
Tim is an excellent lawyer. He is very knowledgeable and was able to represent me very well during an appeal of my divorce case. Tim was able to work collaboratively with my primary lawyers to get up to speed on my case to save me time and money during the appeal process. Tim's integrity is beyond approach and he helped walk me through each step of the appeals process and what to expect during each step as well as the likely outcome. I appreciate that he didn't make any guarantees and helped explain things to me so that I could make informed decisions.
Although Tim wasn't my primary lawyer for my divorce case, he did such a great job during the appeals process that I can confidently recommend him to handle all aspects of your divorce.
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31 Mar, 2019 by Melanie
Mr. Lees is an excellent lawyer and I very much appreciate all the legal help he gave to me.
Mr. Lees was able to use his legal expertise to come to my aid with difficult situations that were troubling and stressful to me, and his help put me at ease. This is something that I will always be Thankful for.
My legal needs involved the most important thing in the whole world to me, my children – so I needed a lawyer whom I could trust. Mr. Lees was recommended to me from a highly regarded source as someone that I could trust, and to my relief this proved correct – I put my trust in the right person. Mr. Lees worked very hard to help me, and because of his help some bad situations were turned around and made better for my son. Without this help my son would have been in a situation that would have been very unhealthy for him. Mr. Lees made a way for my son to be free to live his life the way he was meant to live it – and this meant everything to me.
Mr. Lees understood me, and what I needed for my children – and he worked to make things better – and that is exactly what I needed. I have much gratitude for all that Mr. Lees did for me during the time that he was my attorney.
It is clear that Mr. Lees has much experience as a lawyer, is hard working, is responsive to his client’s needs, wants to make things work for the benefit of his clients, and is trustworthy. I highly recommend Mr. Lees as an attorney.
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05 Jan, 2019 by Kelli
Tim is an outstanding lawyer. He worked very hard on my case. He was very knowledgeable in all areas of my case. Tim is a compassionate lawyer, who was understanding, caring, and took my case very seriously working very hard on it. I was coming out of a very bad domestic abuse marrriage where I thought I could lose everything. Which would mean losing all the stability that my children had, while going through trauma themselves. I had a head injury, and Tim was so patient, and understanding . He did a great job letting me know what he needed from me. And if I didn’t respond. He would always be persistent, but in a way that was very much appreciated. He did an exceptional job in court each time on my case, and we won. I could not have asked for a better lawyer. I would highly recommend him to any person I know.
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13 Sep, 2024 by Jerry windley-daoust
Joseph Kukla at this law firm helped us through the process of obtaining guardianship for our son who has developmental disabilities. Joseph was thorough, friendly, and professional, and we would recommend him to any of our friends who need to go through the guardianship process.
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01 Mar, 2023 by Autumn thayer
If you are an independent sales representative you need to have Clay Taylor in your contacts. He does amazing work for sales person. I have used Clay on several occasions and i have never been disappointed.
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11 Feb, 2023 by Carmen desimone
Clay is smart, thorough, concise, and organized. His strategy, navigation, guidance, and clarity have been invaluable. Highly recommend.
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13 Sep, 2024 by Jerry windley-daoust
Joseph Kukla at this law firm helped us through the process of obtaining guardianship for our son who has developmental disabilities. Joseph was thorough, friendly, and professional, and we would recommend him to any of our friends who need to go through the guardianship process.
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01 Mar, 2023 by Autumn thayer
If you are an independent sales representative you need to have Clay Taylor in your contacts. He does amazing work for sales person. I have used Clay on several occasions and i have never been disappointed.
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11 Feb, 2023 by Carmen desimone
Clay is smart, thorough, concise, and organized. His strategy, navigation, guidance, and clarity have been invaluable. Highly recommend.
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13 Sep, 2024 by Jerry windley-daoust
Joseph Kukla at this law firm helped us through the process of obtaining guardianship for our son who has developmental disabilities. Joseph was thorough, friendly, and professional, and we would recommend him to any of our friends who need to go through the guardianship process.
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01 Mar, 2023 by Autumn thayer
If you are an independent sales representative you need to have Clay Taylor in your contacts. He does amazing work for sales person. I have used Clay on several occasions and i have never been disappointed.
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11 Feb, 2023 by Carmen desimone
Clay is smart, thorough, concise, and organized. His strategy, navigation, guidance, and clarity have been invaluable. Highly recommend.
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08 Mar, 2019 by David
Getting a divorce sucks. Yet, Ron and his team ensure you feel respected, heard, and well informed throughout the entire process.
Ron listens first, shares his insights second, and makes it feel like you're his only client. He will be honest, telling you what you may not want to hear, but what you need to hear if you're going to look objectively at the big picture and what is needful to move beyond a difficult moment in your life.
While I hope to never have to work with Ron again, I am very grateful he was at my side when I needed a qualified, experience professional.
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10 Feb, 2019 by Anonymous
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I appreciated how Ron educated me on the dissolution process. I appreciated that he understood my desire to come up with the most fair, cost effective legal dissolution possible. He was accessible as a person. He has an excellent paralegal who is timely and attentive in her assistance.
Divorce is a very painful process. Ron was sensitive to that fact given his decades of experience. He provided the excellent legal services I needed which made it as easy as possible. I have recommended Ron to others and will continue to do so, if the opportunity presents itself. I was so grateful that a friend referred me to Ron. He was an excellent lawyer for what I needed at the time.
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06 Feb, 2019 by Anonymous
Mr. Ousky represented me as my divorce attorney using a collaborative approach. After 28 years of marriage I was faced with divorce which was a very stressful and mostly an "out of body" experience. Mr. Ousky worked closely with the financial neutral to determine my financial needs were identified. He calmly lead me through the divorce process answering all questions I had and representing me at all times. I felt confident that Mr. Ousky made sure every step of the process that I would be financially stable on my own. Mr. Ousky was able to respond appropriately to my X-husband who is use to conflict, is competitive and struggled with agreeing to the spousal support payment. I am thankful that I learned of Mr. Ousky through Daisy Camp.
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21 Feb, 2020 by Debbie
We recently purchased a building on a 1031 exchange. We were new at this and needed guidance in this complicated process. We were incredibly grateful that we had Michael for our lawyer. He was smart and extremely thorough, and didn’t miss any detail - big or small. He was also very kind and easy to work with. He listened and helped with all of our questions and worries. He was very organized and helped us every step of the way. I would never hesitate to recommend him and would definitely use his services again. He is, simply put, a fantastic lawyer in every way.
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21 Feb, 2020 by Mark
We hired Michael Klemm to guide us through a more difficult commercial transaction. We were under a 1031 time crunch and MIchael did a fantastic job getting this completed in time. He was thorough, always followed through and knew when to negotiate. He found years old document errors needing correcting before closing.
We highly recommend using Michael.
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31 Jul, 2019 by Cynthia
Michael was great! He knows his work well, very professional and kind. He does not make assumptions and he is very easy to talk with about your concerns. Michael is very helpful in presenting the information back to you that he has discovered and knows potentially will cause problems for you. He understands the value of time and does not try to spend excessive time on things but rather just the time it takes and is reasonably priced as a result. I would hire him again in a minute! So great to work with.
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23 Feb, 2022 by June
Knows what he is doing. Listens to you and has your back. Professional and cares about your case. Highly recommend Ryan!
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01 Dec, 2020 by Dave
Ryan provided significant help when I was dealing with having taking over the financial affairs of a seriously ill relative with significant medical debt. Responding to collection agencies pursuing collections of this debt was well outside of my comfort zone. Ryan responded quickly with clear direction as to what my options were and what he would recommend. This had been weighing on me until Ryan provided assurance of how I should go forward. I highly recommend Ryan Peterson for experienced counsel in dealing with debt issues.
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24 Jun, 2019 by Matthew leathers
Ryan was definitely a great help. I was dealing with an issue with my School. He provided great insight and knowledge about how to solve the issue. As well, making sure that I am 100% confident in the decision to push forward against the accusations/issues that had occurred. If you're looking for a Lawyer that will make sure you are taken care of 100%. Definitely hire Ryan. You won't regret it.
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16 Feb, 2024 by Anonymous
Luke is fantastic. He helps my business with all sorts of employment and corporate issues. He is smart, devoted, and an all-around good guy. He makes complicated things easier to understand and gives me his honest advice, even when that advice is occasionally hard to hear. I recommend him without hesitation.
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09 Dec, 2022 by Anonymous
I was represented by Lukas after a disgruntled former client sued me. His work enabled me to get out of the situation relatively unscathed. He's a lawyer you can trust.
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08 Dec, 2022 by Anonymous
I was involved in a nasty dispute with a contractor who damaged my property. Luke took the case to court for me and ended up securing a better settlement than I ever expected. Retain him with confidence!
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02 Feb, 2024 by Melodie
It isn’t every day you need to go out and find a lawyer and the thought of it made me want to hide under the covers and stay there. Through a referral, I found Pam Rochlin and the Rochlin Law Firm. Pam made the process so easy and I just let her guide me, relying totally on her knowledge and expertise. What immediately comes to mind is the attention to detail, patience, understanding, compassion & empathy, providing all the support I needed throughout the process, resulting in a very satisfactory resolution of my case. I wholeheartedly recommend Pam and the Rochlin Law Firm for your personal injury needs. You won’t be disappointed.
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30 Oct, 2023 by Anonymous
Pam and her team are exceptional! The expertise, support, and level of care that they provide can't be matched. Our daughter suffered a dog attack at a young age and we were unsure of what options we had. The experience was overwhelming and emotional to say the least, and Pam helped us all along the way, and was critical in helping us have a positive outcome and do what we believed was the best thing for our daughter. We will never forget Pam and the support that she provided our family.
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04 Apr, 2018 by Mike
I could not have asked for a better attorney and accompanying team than what Pam, David, Christina and Tony provided.
Just a few months after the loss of a very close family member, I was in the back of a ride share vehicle that was stopped at a stoplight.
Seconds after the vehicle had come to a stop, a negligent driver crashed into the back of our vehicle at an excessive rate of speed.
The impact caused thousands of dollars worth of damage to the ride share vehicle. The aftermath left me dazed and in pain; with damage to my brain that was visible on subsequent MRI screenings, and temporarily out of work.
An acquaintance of mine who had heard of the situation, recommended that I speak with Pam.
Pam agreed to meet me near my home to discuss the incident. With compassion, she took down my account and helped lay out the foreseeable future.
'Your main focus,' she said, 'is to focus on healing, we'll take care of everything else.'
Over the next 2 and a half years, I was able to do just that.
Dozens and dozens of appointments; ranging from physical therapy to vision screenings to urgent care visits would follow, but if I ever had a question, Pam or someone from her team was there with an answer, or the assistance, I required.
I never once went into one of my own scheduled appointments, or an independent medical exam, feeling overwhelmed or at odds with my own healing.
My main priority was to get better, and Pam and her team were always there to remind me of that and to relieve as much of the ongoing burden from me as was humanly possible.
Now that my case has been resolved, looking back on it all, it is pretty incredible the amount of time Pam and her team put into helping me.
From filing a claim almost immediately after our consultation, to getting compensation for my lost wages, to helping me recover ongoing expenses in an almost real time fashion, to making sure that everyone of my medical bills that I incurred were paid, and paid for in a timely manner. All of that requires so much paperwork to be filed and so much attention to detail to be given, and Pam passed every test with flying colors.
Sure, the experience wasn't completely without distress, the team of attorneys on the other side did their best to discredit me and my claims, to devalue my experience and losses and attempt to diminish my injuries to nothing more than conjured fiction.
But Pam and her team held steadfast, they fought back (using facts and tact) and encouraged me to do the same.
And I am so happy that I did so.
If you ever find yourself injured due to the negligence of somebody else, I strongly encourage you to contact Pam Rochlin.
She's as advertised folks.
I am so thankful to report that I have mostly healed from my physical and neurological setbacks, and due to her diligence, I was able to offset a large chunk of the financial damage incurred (and avoid ever looming bankruptcy & potential bank forfeitures) because of what she was able to recover.
Protect your rights, and hire an advocate that'll do the same, you will not regret it!
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03 Jun, 2011 by Lee
Mitch King sat down with me for the first time and listened intentlyas I explained my situation, regarding my indebtedness. He continually reassured me that I was going going to be okay, and made me feel that he and his firm would do his very best, within the bankruptcy law guidelines, to handle my case professionally and with integrety. As we went through all the steps of the total procedure we would be following, I felt very much at ease and new right up front that I had chosen the right Law Firm to handle my case! As it turned out, because of the effort put forth by my lawyer, Mitchell King, all my questions and concerns were taken care of, and I am now free of all indebtedness, and well on the road to recovery, and most of all peace in my life, once again! Thank you so very much, Mitch King and the Benepartum, Law Firm!
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10 Feb, 2011 by Gerard
In the early stages of the startup process for my new company I met with Mitchell to discuss my legal needs. MItchell guided me through the process with expert advise, and help prepare a legal project strategy that fit my needs within a budget that allowed us to get up and running armed with all the necessary legal tools including royalty agreements, sales agreements, company bylaws, trademarking services, web privacy policy, etc. Mitchell helped us implement this comprehensive array on an aggressive timeline, and enabled us to move quickly and confidently into the market on solid legal footing. I highly recommend Mitchell for any startup businesses that are looking for a legal partner in their new endeavor.
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27 May, 2010 by Larissa hanson
I used Mr. Martin's services last summer when I had an organization refuse to reimburse me for an item they had destroyed. The story kept changing and I couldn't get people to call me back. It was clear that they were purposely ignoring my legitimate concerns in hopes that I would get frustrated and give up without them having to reimburse me.
Mr. Martin aptly handled my concerns and within a matter of days I had received my reimbursement. His concern for his clients, knowledge of the law and ethical approach makes him a good choice as a lawyer.
It is without hesitation that I recommend Graham Martin to represent you in your legal dispute.
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27 May, 2010 by Elise
Graham researched some copyright questions for my company and was extremely helpful and thorough in his research. Not only did he detail his findings in a cover letter, he included the actual research in a PDF document for me to keep for reference. He is very professional, reliable, hard-working, and friendly. Graham is eager to answer any questions and keeps his clients informed throughout the entire process. I definitely recommend Graham's legal services.
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25 Feb, 2017 by Randy
I am an elderly woman whose home was "purchased" unprofessionally by a local "ugly houses" organization. At the time of purchase I was hospitalized, taking a number of medications and undergoing other treatments. Mr. Redford took my case, arbitrated with the company regarding my health, their profit and the legality of the purchase and finally accompanied me to Court for lengthy "back-room" conversations between lawyers and Judge. The Judge did find in my favor. I have never held lawyers in the highest esteem. This Attorney has changed my mind.
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06 Oct, 2018 by Patrick
I was involved in a car accident on 11/12/2013. The other driver involved totally denied that he was at fault. After the fact that he hit my vehicle forcing hi vehicle into my lane, causing a huge damage to my vehicle. He also gave false accusations about me to the officer that came to the scene of the accident. Fortunately, i was able to find Attorney David S. Rochlyn and he was able to prove to the other driver's attorney that his client was at fault.
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14 Oct, 2009 by Anonymous
David Olson is a superb attorney. He used his skills, experience, and detailed knowledge of all aspects of the law to move our situation to a mutually satisfactory conclusion. He remained calm and objective during the entire process. His demeanor could be a model for all attorneys.
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24 Oct, 2013 by Ian
Joel asked a significant number of questions, then listened to our answers. He would then ask clarifying questions, both to make sure he knew our needs and wants, but also to help us to understand the reasons for his questions. When we asked him questions, he supported his answers with appropriate and relevant examples. He was patient and did not "talk down" to us but rather wanted us to understand completely. Our family is very satisfied, comfortable, and confident with the results or our work with Joel.
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17 Jun, 2020 by Robert
I worked with Michael in a difficult custody fight and I used several lawyers in the past but none of them came close to the skill set and knowledge of this man. Although his hourly rate is over most others, it’s money well spent! I would recommend this lawyer to anyone facing a family court challenge.
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01 May, 2014 by Jim
I don't hesitate to recommend John to anyone I know needing legal advice. He helped me understand a very complex business transaction, and his advice and representation brought our desired results. I have not found another attorney as thorough and professional as John.
Thank you John!
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25 Mar, 2010 by Steve
I can honestly say that in the 14 years of doing business, John has helped my company through it's two most trying times. His results were dramatic and immediate!
With confidence, I can say John is competent, highly intelligent, and well informed in his practice areas.
When you need the best attorney, John should be your attorney. He is the "ace in the hole" of attorneys in his field.
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23 Oct, 2013 by Jay
I would strongly recommend Greg Bittle to anyone seeking a legal 'champion'. Extremely thankful for his guidance and professionalism. It was a real gift above and beyond his legal acumen how Greg was able to keep me even-keeled, ethical, and focused during an extremely emotional time / case.
Professionals often come in 'as needed', do their jobs & at the end of the day take home pay for the work - but they don't always know the lasting benefits they've left behind. That motivates me to post this review - as this is a lawyer who went above and beyond in the care he took with my case. The grounding Greg wisely coached me into set the stage for a solid long-term future after the case was over. He was prescient enough to guide me in a way that he knew would last long after our legal case. I have engaged several business and personal lawyers in years past, but never experienced personal attention like this. And I don't just share this because he won a complicated interstate case for me!
I cannot say enough about my appreciation for his knowledge counsel and compassion.
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27 Sep, 2018 by Linda
Even though I do not live in Minnesota, I found Jessica Grace during an online search regarding how to handle splitting back taxes while navigating through divorce.
Jessica offers a free consultation, which in my case--due to distance--was over the phone. While Jessica was unable to take me on as a client, I greatly appreciated her willingness to consult with me anyhow. She was friendly, professional, and gave excellent advice-- which I found extremely helpful.
On the basis of our conversation, it is my opinion that Ms. Jessica Grace is a great attorney, who listens to her clients and who, I'm sure, represents them well.
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11 Mar, 2022 by Karen
Gay has helped me navigate several Estate Planning issues. She is a careful and caring listener with a wealth of knowledge and experience. If she doesn't know an answer she will find out. I wouldn't hesitate to use or refer Gay for any type of wills, trusts, or estate planning needs.
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02 Sep, 2016 by Karen
I would highly recommend Julie Wilcox of Blue Owl Law. I found her to be very professional, returned phone calls quickly, and provided accurate legal services in a timely manner. We used her services for a will and were very pleased with the services she provided.
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18 Jul, 2018 by Jeff hames
Experienced and professional!
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08 Jan, 2014 by Ryan s
Recently had a custody and child support battle with the mother of my nine year old daughter.
As biased as Minnesota Courts are against fathers, I went into this battle very discouraged already. Derk Schweiger was amazing in court, and I felt that because of his professional demeanor, articulateness, and sheer brilliance in court, the judge was able to see where I was coming from, and my life situation, my desire to better myself as a man, and my desire to be a father. The judgment was more than fair, and I was very happy that I chose Derk to be my lawyer. I have referred him to several people, and if need be, I will definitely call upon him again. He was professional, organized, clever, and not as expensive as other lawyers in the metro area.
Thanks again! -Ryan Wagner
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18 Jul, 2018 by Jeff hames
Experienced and professional!
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08 Jan, 2014 by Ryan s
Recently had a custody and child support battle with the mother of my nine year old daughter.
As biased as Minnesota Courts are against fathers, I went into this battle very discouraged already. Derk Schweiger was amazing in court, and I felt that because of his professional demeanor, articulateness, and sheer brilliance in court, the judge was able to see where I was coming from, and my life situation, my desire to better myself as a man, and my desire to be a father. The judgment was more than fair, and I was very happy that I chose Derk to be my lawyer. I have referred him to several people, and if need be, I will definitely call upon him again. He was professional, organized, clever, and not as expensive as other lawyers in the metro area.
Thanks again! -Ryan Wagner
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What are the strengths and weaknesses of my case?
Understanding potential challenges helps you prepare and sets realistic expectations. -
Are there alternative ways to solve my legal problem?
Discuss options like mediation, arbitration, or settlement to resolve the issue efficiently.
How to Check the Credibility of a Lawyer
Before hiring a lawyer, it's crucial to verify their credibility and ensure they're qualified to handle your case:
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Verify Their License:
Check with your state's bar association to confirm the lawyer is licensed and in good standing. -
Experience and Specialization:
Ensure the lawyer specializes in the area of law relevant to your case. -
Disciplinary Record:
Look up any history of disciplinary actions or complaints through the state bar association. -
Client Reviews and Testimonials:
Read reviews on legal directories like Avvo, Martindale-Hubbell, or Google to gauge client satisfaction. -
Professional Memberships:
Membership in professional organizations or specialty bar associations can indicate a commitment to their field. -
Awards and Recognitions:
Honors from reputable organizations reflect expertise and a positive reputation. -
Consultation Assessment:
Use the initial consultation to evaluate their communication skills, responsiveness, and willingness to address your concerns. -
Ask for References:
A credible lawyer should be willing to provide references from past clients.
What Should I Prepare for My First Consultation?
To make the most of your initial meeting with a lawyer, come prepared with:
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Relevant Documents:
Bring all documents related to your case, such as contracts, correspondence, legal notices, court papers, or evidence. -
Written Summary:
Prepare a concise written summary of your situation, including key dates, events, and involved parties. -
List of Questions:
Write down any questions you have about your case, the legal process, or the lawyer's experience. -
Financial Information:
If applicable, bring financial documents like pay stubs, tax returns, or bank statements. -
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.
