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10 Sep, 2024 by Lipodcastnetworkcom
Great law firm. Very professional. Ashish Kapoor is patient and answered all of my questions. He answers emails promptly and immediately contacted me when something changed in my case. I recommend him as a defense attorney in civil lawsuits.
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30 Aug, 2024 by Melissa grant
What an excellent decision to add Neil Flynn to the Horn Wright team. Neil is an extraordinarily intelligent, trustworthy, and tenacious advocate for his clients’ needs. I could not recommend Neil more highly to anyone seeking the highest levels of competence and confidence.
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29 Aug, 2024 by Christian tucci
Neil Flynn, as many of the reviews clearly state, is a rockstar. Truly cares about his clients and how to best help them. Knowledgeable and confident, exactly how an attorney should be.
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10 Sep, 2024 by Lipodcastnetworkcom
Great law firm. Very professional. Ashish Kapoor is patient and answered all of my questions. He answers emails promptly and immediately contacted me when something changed in my case. I recommend him as a defense attorney in civil lawsuits.
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30 Aug, 2024 by Melissa grant
What an excellent decision to add Neil Flynn to the Horn Wright team. Neil is an extraordinarily intelligent, trustworthy, and tenacious advocate for his clients’ needs. I could not recommend Neil more highly to anyone seeking the highest levels of competence and confidence.
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29 Aug, 2024 by Christian tucci
Neil Flynn, as many of the reviews clearly state, is a rockstar. Truly cares about his clients and how to best help them. Knowledgeable and confident, exactly how an attorney should be.
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10 Sep, 2024 by Lipodcastnetworkcom
Great law firm. Very professional. Ashish Kapoor is patient and answered all of my questions. He answers emails promptly and immediately contacted me when something changed in my case. I recommend him as a defense attorney in civil lawsuits.
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30 Aug, 2024 by Melissa grant
What an excellent decision to add Neil Flynn to the Horn Wright team. Neil is an extraordinarily intelligent, trustworthy, and tenacious advocate for his clients’ needs. I could not recommend Neil more highly to anyone seeking the highest levels of competence and confidence.
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29 Aug, 2024 by Christian tucci
Neil Flynn, as many of the reviews clearly state, is a rockstar. Truly cares about his clients and how to best help them. Knowledgeable and confident, exactly how an attorney should be.
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10 Sep, 2024 by Lipodcastnetworkcom
Great law firm. Very professional. Ashish Kapoor is patient and answered all of my questions. He answers emails promptly and immediately contacted me when something changed in my case. I recommend him as a defense attorney in civil lawsuits.
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30 Aug, 2024 by Melissa grant
What an excellent decision to add Neil Flynn to the Horn Wright team. Neil is an extraordinarily intelligent, trustworthy, and tenacious advocate for his clients’ needs. I could not recommend Neil more highly to anyone seeking the highest levels of competence and confidence.
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29 Aug, 2024 by Christian tucci
Neil Flynn, as many of the reviews clearly state, is a rockstar. Truly cares about his clients and how to best help them. Knowledgeable and confident, exactly how an attorney should be.
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10 Sep, 2024 by Lipodcastnetworkcom
Great law firm. Very professional. Ashish Kapoor is patient and answered all of my questions. He answers emails promptly and immediately contacted me when something changed in my case. I recommend him as a defense attorney in civil lawsuits.
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30 Aug, 2024 by Melissa grant
What an excellent decision to add Neil Flynn to the Horn Wright team. Neil is an extraordinarily intelligent, trustworthy, and tenacious advocate for his clients’ needs. I could not recommend Neil more highly to anyone seeking the highest levels of competence and confidence.
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29 Aug, 2024 by Christian tucci
Neil Flynn, as many of the reviews clearly state, is a rockstar. Truly cares about his clients and how to best help them. Knowledgeable and confident, exactly how an attorney should be.
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10 Sep, 2024 by Lipodcastnetworkcom
Great law firm. Very professional. Ashish Kapoor is patient and answered all of my questions. He answers emails promptly and immediately contacted me when something changed in my case. I recommend him as a defense attorney in civil lawsuits.
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30 Aug, 2024 by Melissa grant
What an excellent decision to add Neil Flynn to the Horn Wright team. Neil is an extraordinarily intelligent, trustworthy, and tenacious advocate for his clients’ needs. I could not recommend Neil more highly to anyone seeking the highest levels of competence and confidence.
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29 Aug, 2024 by Christian tucci
Neil Flynn, as many of the reviews clearly state, is a rockstar. Truly cares about his clients and how to best help them. Knowledgeable and confident, exactly how an attorney should be.
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10 Sep, 2024 by Lipodcastnetworkcom
Great law firm. Very professional. Ashish Kapoor is patient and answered all of my questions. He answers emails promptly and immediately contacted me when something changed in my case. I recommend him as a defense attorney in civil lawsuits.
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30 Aug, 2024 by Melissa grant
What an excellent decision to add Neil Flynn to the Horn Wright team. Neil is an extraordinarily intelligent, trustworthy, and tenacious advocate for his clients’ needs. I could not recommend Neil more highly to anyone seeking the highest levels of competence and confidence.
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29 Aug, 2024 by Christian tucci
Neil Flynn, as many of the reviews clearly state, is a rockstar. Truly cares about his clients and how to best help them. Knowledgeable and confident, exactly how an attorney should be.
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10 Sep, 2024 by Lipodcastnetworkcom
Great law firm. Very professional. Ashish Kapoor is patient and answered all of my questions. He answers emails promptly and immediately contacted me when something changed in my case. I recommend him as a defense attorney in civil lawsuits.
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30 Aug, 2024 by Melissa grant
What an excellent decision to add Neil Flynn to the Horn Wright team. Neil is an extraordinarily intelligent, trustworthy, and tenacious advocate for his clients’ needs. I could not recommend Neil more highly to anyone seeking the highest levels of competence and confidence.
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29 Aug, 2024 by Christian tucci
Neil Flynn, as many of the reviews clearly state, is a rockstar. Truly cares about his clients and how to best help them. Knowledgeable and confident, exactly how an attorney should be.
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10 Sep, 2024 by Lipodcastnetworkcom
Great law firm. Very professional. Ashish Kapoor is patient and answered all of my questions. He answers emails promptly and immediately contacted me when something changed in my case. I recommend him as a defense attorney in civil lawsuits.
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30 Aug, 2024 by Melissa grant
What an excellent decision to add Neil Flynn to the Horn Wright team. Neil is an extraordinarily intelligent, trustworthy, and tenacious advocate for his clients’ needs. I could not recommend Neil more highly to anyone seeking the highest levels of competence and confidence.
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29 Aug, 2024 by Christian tucci
Neil Flynn, as many of the reviews clearly state, is a rockstar. Truly cares about his clients and how to best help them. Knowledgeable and confident, exactly how an attorney should be.
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10 Sep, 2024 by Lipodcastnetworkcom
Great law firm. Very professional. Ashish Kapoor is patient and answered all of my questions. He answers emails promptly and immediately contacted me when something changed in my case. I recommend him as a defense attorney in civil lawsuits.
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30 Aug, 2024 by Melissa grant
What an excellent decision to add Neil Flynn to the Horn Wright team. Neil is an extraordinarily intelligent, trustworthy, and tenacious advocate for his clients’ needs. I could not recommend Neil more highly to anyone seeking the highest levels of competence and confidence.
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29 Aug, 2024 by Christian tucci
Neil Flynn, as many of the reviews clearly state, is a rockstar. Truly cares about his clients and how to best help them. Knowledgeable and confident, exactly how an attorney should be.
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10 Sep, 2024 by Lipodcastnetworkcom
Great law firm. Very professional. Ashish Kapoor is patient and answered all of my questions. He answers emails promptly and immediately contacted me when something changed in my case. I recommend him as a defense attorney in civil lawsuits.
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30 Aug, 2024 by Melissa grant
What an excellent decision to add Neil Flynn to the Horn Wright team. Neil is an extraordinarily intelligent, trustworthy, and tenacious advocate for his clients’ needs. I could not recommend Neil more highly to anyone seeking the highest levels of competence and confidence.
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29 Aug, 2024 by Christian tucci
Neil Flynn, as many of the reviews clearly state, is a rockstar. Truly cares about his clients and how to best help them. Knowledgeable and confident, exactly how an attorney should be.
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10 Sep, 2024 by Lipodcastnetworkcom
Great law firm. Very professional. Ashish Kapoor is patient and answered all of my questions. He answers emails promptly and immediately contacted me when something changed in my case. I recommend him as a defense attorney in civil lawsuits.
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30 Aug, 2024 by Melissa grant
What an excellent decision to add Neil Flynn to the Horn Wright team. Neil is an extraordinarily intelligent, trustworthy, and tenacious advocate for his clients’ needs. I could not recommend Neil more highly to anyone seeking the highest levels of competence and confidence.
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29 Aug, 2024 by Christian tucci
Neil Flynn, as many of the reviews clearly state, is a rockstar. Truly cares about his clients and how to best help them. Knowledgeable and confident, exactly how an attorney should be.
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10 Sep, 2024 by Lipodcastnetworkcom
Great law firm. Very professional. Ashish Kapoor is patient and answered all of my questions. He answers emails promptly and immediately contacted me when something changed in my case. I recommend him as a defense attorney in civil lawsuits.
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30 Aug, 2024 by Melissa grant
What an excellent decision to add Neil Flynn to the Horn Wright team. Neil is an extraordinarily intelligent, trustworthy, and tenacious advocate for his clients’ needs. I could not recommend Neil more highly to anyone seeking the highest levels of competence and confidence.
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29 Aug, 2024 by Christian tucci
Neil Flynn, as many of the reviews clearly state, is a rockstar. Truly cares about his clients and how to best help them. Knowledgeable and confident, exactly how an attorney should be.
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10 Sep, 2024 by Lipodcastnetworkcom
Great law firm. Very professional. Ashish Kapoor is patient and answered all of my questions. He answers emails promptly and immediately contacted me when something changed in my case. I recommend him as a defense attorney in civil lawsuits.
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30 Aug, 2024 by Melissa grant
What an excellent decision to add Neil Flynn to the Horn Wright team. Neil is an extraordinarily intelligent, trustworthy, and tenacious advocate for his clients’ needs. I could not recommend Neil more highly to anyone seeking the highest levels of competence and confidence.
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29 Aug, 2024 by Christian tucci
Neil Flynn, as many of the reviews clearly state, is a rockstar. Truly cares about his clients and how to best help them. Knowledgeable and confident, exactly how an attorney should be.
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10 Sep, 2024 by Lipodcastnetworkcom
Great law firm. Very professional. Ashish Kapoor is patient and answered all of my questions. He answers emails promptly and immediately contacted me when something changed in my case. I recommend him as a defense attorney in civil lawsuits.
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30 Aug, 2024 by Melissa grant
What an excellent decision to add Neil Flynn to the Horn Wright team. Neil is an extraordinarily intelligent, trustworthy, and tenacious advocate for his clients’ needs. I could not recommend Neil more highly to anyone seeking the highest levels of competence and confidence.
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29 Aug, 2024 by Christian tucci
Neil Flynn, as many of the reviews clearly state, is a rockstar. Truly cares about his clients and how to best help them. Knowledgeable and confident, exactly how an attorney should be.
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09 Aug, 2024 by Aimey bryan
23 Jul, 2024 by Jamie schulman-romano
I recently used Jacqueline Caputo and would highly recommend! She took time to understand my specific situation and needs and explained everything along the way. Jacqueline and her support staff were honest, compassionate and always looking our for my best interests. They made sure understood everything they did and was comfortable with all of it. Great law firm.
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17 Jul, 2024 by Kathleen lopiccolo
All attorneys, paralegals and support staff assisted my former spouse and I with neutrality, honesty, compassion and humanity as we worked out a mutually agreeable settlement. I always felt our children’s interests were handled with care and both parents were treated with respect. If a path forward is not possible for a marriage, there is no reason why there cannot a workable respect between co-parents. Thank you to James and his very capable colleagues.
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31 Aug, 2024 by Anthony palumbo
Luigi is the best of the best and one of the most honest Attorney’s that I know! He always has the client’s best interest first and he is as reliable as they come! I would highly recommend Luigi!
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02 Aug, 2024 by Seda ozdemir
Luigi really worked his magic when it came to my case. I am not someone who usually writes reviews, but Luigi really deserves one!!! He always answered all my questions and it was very easy to get in touch with him!!! He always texted or called me back. He never made me feel less than. If I ever need a lawyer again, Luigi is the one who I would call!!
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25 Jul, 2024 by Marie mcneill
Luigi Vigliotti represented my son for a traffic ticket. I was very happy with his services and the outcome was fantastic. He constantly kept in touch with me throughout the process. He was kind and he definitely cares about his clients. Anytime I would reach out to him he always responded. He made everything very easy and simple for me. I would highly recommend his services! He was a pleasure to work with and I would recommend him to family and friends. Thank you!
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21 Jun, 2023 by Brandi mca
Jay Raxenberg is the best of the best! He is very professional, honest, no nonsense, and is easy to communicate with. He represented us during a horrible situation that led us into family court. I could not have asked for a better lawyer.
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05 May, 2022 by Trecia samuels
Where do I start? Mr. Raxenburg was such a big help during another difficult period in my life. I am so pleased to have met and worked with Mr. Raxenburg. It was by mere coincidence that stumbled on his page on google, but trust me he did not disappoint. He is super professional, knowledgeable and has great deal of experience. He is also a very charismatic and witty person, which helped me to make light during a bad situation. All in all I highly recommend him!
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08 Dec, 2021 by Jason ferrara
Truthfully, I have no shortage of amazing things to say about Mr. Raxenberg, but I do want to keep this brief. Jay is compassionate, professional, extremely responsive, kind, and most importantly ETHICAL. He guided me through what was admittedly the most difficult time in my life, and was unwavering in his support and unwillingness to compromise my integrity or his own. Most importantly Jay refused to allow my family to go down any path that would have resulted in more pain or difficulty for our children. It was a direct result of this integrity that my wife and I reconciled and our family is now doing better than we ever have. Jay is well respected by the courts and by his peers for exactly those reasons so if you enlist him as your counsel, you will absolutely have an amazing ally.
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30 Apr, 2024 by I c
01 Apr, 2024 by Bridget elise
An absolute gem of a lawyer! Provided me with all the support I needed throughout my entire loan assumption process and getting back what I deserve. Communication is clear and gave honest timelines. He’s a beast, if you need someone in your corner it’s Anthony.
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27 Mar, 2024 by Steven rossner
I want to give Anthony Lopresti a 5 star recommendation for helping me get out of never ending litigation. He was always professional and never greedy! He would take my calls and return them promptly. If your going through a brutal divorce and you have a Gold-digger and a Karen to deal with, retain AJ Lopresti. He will get you out of the mess.
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30 Apr, 2024 by I c
01 Apr, 2024 by Bridget elise
An absolute gem of a lawyer! Provided me with all the support I needed throughout my entire loan assumption process and getting back what I deserve. Communication is clear and gave honest timelines. He’s a beast, if you need someone in your corner it’s Anthony.
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27 Mar, 2024 by Steven rossner
I want to give Anthony Lopresti a 5 star recommendation for helping me get out of never ending litigation. He was always professional and never greedy! He would take my calls and return them promptly. If your going through a brutal divorce and you have a Gold-digger and a Karen to deal with, retain AJ Lopresti. He will get you out of the mess.
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30 Apr, 2024 by I c
01 Apr, 2024 by Bridget elise
An absolute gem of a lawyer! Provided me with all the support I needed throughout my entire loan assumption process and getting back what I deserve. Communication is clear and gave honest timelines. He’s a beast, if you need someone in your corner it’s Anthony.
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27 Mar, 2024 by Steven rossner
I want to give Anthony Lopresti a 5 star recommendation for helping me get out of never ending litigation. He was always professional and never greedy! He would take my calls and return them promptly. If your going through a brutal divorce and you have a Gold-digger and a Karen to deal with, retain AJ Lopresti. He will get you out of the mess.
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30 Apr, 2024 by I c
01 Apr, 2024 by Bridget elise
An absolute gem of a lawyer! Provided me with all the support I needed throughout my entire loan assumption process and getting back what I deserve. Communication is clear and gave honest timelines. He’s a beast, if you need someone in your corner it’s Anthony.
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27 Mar, 2024 by Steven rossner
I want to give Anthony Lopresti a 5 star recommendation for helping me get out of never ending litigation. He was always professional and never greedy! He would take my calls and return them promptly. If your going through a brutal divorce and you have a Gold-digger and a Karen to deal with, retain AJ Lopresti. He will get you out of the mess.
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30 Apr, 2024 by I c
01 Apr, 2024 by Bridget elise
An absolute gem of a lawyer! Provided me with all the support I needed throughout my entire loan assumption process and getting back what I deserve. Communication is clear and gave honest timelines. He’s a beast, if you need someone in your corner it’s Anthony.
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27 Mar, 2024 by Steven rossner
I want to give Anthony Lopresti a 5 star recommendation for helping me get out of never ending litigation. He was always professional and never greedy! He would take my calls and return them promptly. If your going through a brutal divorce and you have a Gold-digger and a Karen to deal with, retain AJ Lopresti. He will get you out of the mess.
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30 Apr, 2024 by I c
01 Apr, 2024 by Bridget elise
An absolute gem of a lawyer! Provided me with all the support I needed throughout my entire loan assumption process and getting back what I deserve. Communication is clear and gave honest timelines. He’s a beast, if you need someone in your corner it’s Anthony.
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27 Mar, 2024 by Steven rossner
I want to give Anthony Lopresti a 5 star recommendation for helping me get out of never ending litigation. He was always professional and never greedy! He would take my calls and return them promptly. If your going through a brutal divorce and you have a Gold-digger and a Karen to deal with, retain AJ Lopresti. He will get you out of the mess.
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30 Apr, 2024 by I c
01 Apr, 2024 by Bridget elise
An absolute gem of a lawyer! Provided me with all the support I needed throughout my entire loan assumption process and getting back what I deserve. Communication is clear and gave honest timelines. He’s a beast, if you need someone in your corner it’s Anthony.
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27 Mar, 2024 by Steven rossner
I want to give Anthony Lopresti a 5 star recommendation for helping me get out of never ending litigation. He was always professional and never greedy! He would take my calls and return them promptly. If your going through a brutal divorce and you have a Gold-digger and a Karen to deal with, retain AJ Lopresti. He will get you out of the mess.
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30 Apr, 2024 by I c
01 Apr, 2024 by Bridget elise
An absolute gem of a lawyer! Provided me with all the support I needed throughout my entire loan assumption process and getting back what I deserve. Communication is clear and gave honest timelines. He’s a beast, if you need someone in your corner it’s Anthony.
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27 Mar, 2024 by Steven rossner
I want to give Anthony Lopresti a 5 star recommendation for helping me get out of never ending litigation. He was always professional and never greedy! He would take my calls and return them promptly. If your going through a brutal divorce and you have a Gold-digger and a Karen to deal with, retain AJ Lopresti. He will get you out of the mess.
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30 Apr, 2024 by I c
01 Apr, 2024 by Bridget elise
An absolute gem of a lawyer! Provided me with all the support I needed throughout my entire loan assumption process and getting back what I deserve. Communication is clear and gave honest timelines. He’s a beast, if you need someone in your corner it’s Anthony.
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27 Mar, 2024 by Steven rossner
I want to give Anthony Lopresti a 5 star recommendation for helping me get out of never ending litigation. He was always professional and never greedy! He would take my calls and return them promptly. If your going through a brutal divorce and you have a Gold-digger and a Karen to deal with, retain AJ Lopresti. He will get you out of the mess.
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30 Apr, 2024 by I c
01 Apr, 2024 by Bridget elise
An absolute gem of a lawyer! Provided me with all the support I needed throughout my entire loan assumption process and getting back what I deserve. Communication is clear and gave honest timelines. He’s a beast, if you need someone in your corner it’s Anthony.
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27 Mar, 2024 by Steven rossner
I want to give Anthony Lopresti a 5 star recommendation for helping me get out of never ending litigation. He was always professional and never greedy! He would take my calls and return them promptly. If your going through a brutal divorce and you have a Gold-digger and a Karen to deal with, retain AJ Lopresti. He will get you out of the mess.
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30 Apr, 2024 by I c
01 Apr, 2024 by Bridget elise
An absolute gem of a lawyer! Provided me with all the support I needed throughout my entire loan assumption process and getting back what I deserve. Communication is clear and gave honest timelines. He’s a beast, if you need someone in your corner it’s Anthony.
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27 Mar, 2024 by Steven rossner
I want to give Anthony Lopresti a 5 star recommendation for helping me get out of never ending litigation. He was always professional and never greedy! He would take my calls and return them promptly. If your going through a brutal divorce and you have a Gold-digger and a Karen to deal with, retain AJ Lopresti. He will get you out of the mess.
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30 Apr, 2024 by I c
01 Apr, 2024 by Bridget elise
An absolute gem of a lawyer! Provided me with all the support I needed throughout my entire loan assumption process and getting back what I deserve. Communication is clear and gave honest timelines. He’s a beast, if you need someone in your corner it’s Anthony.
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27 Mar, 2024 by Steven rossner
I want to give Anthony Lopresti a 5 star recommendation for helping me get out of never ending litigation. He was always professional and never greedy! He would take my calls and return them promptly. If your going through a brutal divorce and you have a Gold-digger and a Karen to deal with, retain AJ Lopresti. He will get you out of the mess.
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