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03 Jul, 2024 by Tcardona1
If you are looking for a buisness litigation lawyer Ms. Telep should be your first and last phone call. She is a bulldog and will make sure your needs are met. I wouldn't go to anyone else if you have a tough case. There's no such thing as the impossible case for her. Her settlement awards are the highest in cases that are considered difficult or impossible.
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18 Aug, 2023 by Ümit kavak
13 Jan, 2023 by Linda axenroth
Basar Law is professional and knowledgeable. Carla Basar patiently answered our questions and explained every detail thoroughly. I highly recommend her services as a trust lawyer.
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17 Dec, 2024 by Perla castro
I had a red light ticket with camera footage and used Scott’s law office for representation. The process was incredibly simple—I just sent a picture of my citation and had a quick phone call with the attorney. They handled everything smoothly, kept me well-informed, and their communication skills were excellent. My case was dismissed without me needing to appear in court. The one-time fee of $250 was worth it. Highly recommend!
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10 Dec, 2024 by Muath ibdah
**Five-Star Review for an Outstanding Traffic Attorney**
I can't recommend Scott enough! They went above and beyond to ensure my traffic ticket was dismissed. From the beginning, they handled my case with professionalism and determination, never settling for less than the best outcome.
Even after the court clerk made an error inputting my information, Scot didn’t hesitate to step back into action. They returned to court on my behalf, fought tirelessly to address the mistake, and ultimately got the ticket dismissed. Their dedication and persistence are unmatched.
If you're looking for someone who will truly fight for you every step of the way, Scott is the one to call. They made a stressful situation so much easier and delivered fantastic results. Highly recommended!
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20 Nov, 2024 by Marci phee
Great communication and very professional!
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18 Aug, 2023 by Ümit kavak
13 Jan, 2023 by Linda axenroth
Basar Law is professional and knowledgeable. Carla Basar patiently answered our questions and explained every detail thoroughly. I highly recommend her services as a trust lawyer.
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06 Nov, 2022 by Craig “craigs clout” emmert
Hands down "this locals BESTs" Spot 0N!!!!
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26 May, 2021 by Zach
Rob was great! He helped me every step of the way and made the whole procedure completely painless.
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01 Oct, 2020 by Carrie
I highly recommend Robert Taylor.... He was so nice.. laid back and made you feel like family.. I was so nervous to file a BK but so glad I did. You won't go wrong with him
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30 Jun, 2020 by Anonymous
robert was amazing to work with it. He was professional and easy to work with. Response time was amazing on everything. He walked be through everything step by step.
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13 Dec, 2023 by Dl
We hired Justin initially for a small Trademark issue.
He did a great job.
Since then, Justin has been helping us with multiple cases.
He's personable, very responsive, and detail-oriented in a good way.
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25 Aug, 2023 by Paul
I strongly recommend Justin Sanders/Master Key for anyone seeking a patent. Justin helped me secure a software patent in less than a year. I interviewed two other patent attorneys; one of them seemed very doubtful that I would be able to patent my business method. Justin, on the other hand, had the vision and expertise to make it happen. Justin was able to provide me with a clear understanding of all of my options as well as the benefits, costs, & risks associated with any given choice. He was able to efficiently develop a comprehensive understanding of my vision, which involved complex and perhaps very unfamiliar concepts and terminology. Justin’s draft of my application was incredibly well written and thorough; I was very impressed with Justin’s ability to take the materials that I provided and distill them into a strategically-written submission. Justin was able to summon pertinent legal knowledge when it became useful, but I believe that a big part of his success was due to his expertise in collaboration (both with me and with the patent examiner). Justin is very responsive, and interactions with him were always pleasant. Finally, I was very impressed my Justin’s judgment. He proved to have an excellent sense of how things were going to play out, and I was very pleased with his handling of my entire process. I highly recommend Justin, especially if this is your first time going through the patent process or if you’re part of a small start-up business.
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22 Oct, 2021 by Cherie
If I could give 10 stars I would. I have worked with several IP attorneys over the past several years and Justin is truly a standout. He has a gift of explaining complex information clearly and concisely which is much appreciated. His sound technical and scientific knowledge has been instrumental to our success and I cannot express how grateful we are for his punctual communication of any and all office action items. I highly recommend Justin Sanders.
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27 Aug, 2015 by Anonymous
Great care and concern over my situation. Always timely in getting back with any info that I might need or would be helpful and has a real knack for making a very difficult situation survivable.
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27 Aug, 2015 by Holli
I was introduced to Mr. Lanuti by a mutual friend. We utilized Vito's expertise to update and organize our estate planning.
Both of us are very pleased not only with the professional input Vito provides but also his very friendly staff particularly, Kelly.
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27 Aug, 2015 by Anonymous
I first met Mr. Vito Lanuti when my father engaged his services regarding estate planning and setting up a trust. I was impressed with Vito's professionalism and the manner in which he worked with us. His counsel was invaluable. Therefore, when it came time for me to set up my own trust, I felt confident in employing Vito. He has helped me navigate my situation in a wise manner. I appreciate Vito's ability to translate legalize into layman's terms and to create concrete examples to which I can relate in order to have complete understanding of the process.
Additionally, Kelly has been an incredible help with sorting through all the legal documents and making the process go smoothly and easily.
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08 May, 2018 by Aj
Mr. Spainhour is an invaluable asset to any Real Estate business (or general business) legal team. He will always fight for your best interest and his experience alone could save you tens of thousands of dollars and months of litigation. I would recommend his services to any professional/organization seeking counsel.
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25 Oct, 2017 by Liliana sandoval
I consulted with Kevin and he helped me understand the process of my dilemma. He was able to answer all my questions and did not hesitate to help me right away. He responds within minutes and I am very satisfied with my consultation. I would recommend him if you want fast responses and quick solutions.
Thank you Kevin!
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19 May, 2017 by Sophie sulashvili
Mr Spainhour is very attentive and knowledgeable person. He answered all my questions very fast and expressed care, interest and professionalism!
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13 Jan, 2025 by Linsey tran
Randy is to contact via phone and very professional and knowledgeable!
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21 Dec, 2024 by David dang
Strongly Recommend. Very professional.
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22 Nov, 2024 by Carrie maniaci
I had a great experience working with the Law Office of Kyle Gurwell. Their team I worked with was extremely professional with fast responses and was able to solve a legal issue quickly with a positive outcome. I would highly recommend them!
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11 Feb, 2025 by Jason leroux
Recently got into a car accident and needed good representation. Came across the Saleh Group while searching and reached out. Rony took my case and got me the compensation that was owed. Everything was done in a timely manner and had constant communication with him. Would definitely use them in the future and highly recommend them to anyone needing an attorney for any matter.
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07 Jan, 2025 by An nguyen
I worked with 3 different useless companies until I decided to go with Harmony Tax. They know what they are doing and was able to help me with filing my 4 years of tax and settle the debt I have with the IRS. I will stick with them from now on.
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02 Jan, 2025 by Justine hu
First time going through a law experience due to being involved in a car accident. I chose to move forward with Rony, because he was kind, trustworthy, and honest. I had no idea how the process is done but he explained to me the process and was very communicative. He kept me informed of every step he was going to proceed with. I couldn’t be more satisfied with the experience. I appreciate his hard work and dedication, I received a settlement that exceeded my expectations! I would recommend going with the Saleh Law Group (Rony) moving forward to everyone!
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17 Sep, 2018 by Lynda
I highly recommend Jim Whitworth for resolving my lemon RV case. I was afraid I would be on the hook for that lemon for years after getting the runaround from a couple of other lemon law attorneys. Jim is very experienced and was dedicated in obtaining an excellent result for me. I certainly hope I don't have to participate in another lemon law case , but for sure if I do, I will call Jim. I urge anyone with a troubling lemon vehicle to employ Jim to work out a settlement for them.
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15 Aug, 2016 by James
Jim was an excellent advocate and handled my case aggressively and efficiently. We filed the complaint against BMW North America in February 2016 and in less than three months, BMW advised that they would buy back my 2011 BMW 335i. I was thrilled with the service and responsiveness that Jim provided, and the result that he obtained.
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11 Aug, 2016 by Gary
Jim Whitworth did an AMAZING job as my lemon law attorney. He not only got my my downpayment back plus ALL of my payments (for about a year) that I had made on my lemon Volvo. I had used another lemon law attorney in the past before finding out about Jim Whitworth, and Jim is night and day waaaay better! On my last case with the other lawyer, that other attorney didn't get me any back payments and agreed to a "mileage offset" which significantly reduced my final settlement. I didn't even know that my prior lawyer hadn't gotten me a good settlement on that prior case until I saw the amazing settlement that Jim was able to get for me in the case he just wrapped up for me. I am an attorney myself and they say that attorneys are difficult clients to have, but let me say that Jim always rapidly replied to my concerns via email whenever I had them and kept me advised and up to date as needed. I am still amazed that Jim was able to get me such a large settlement. My car was a true lemon and died on me repeatedly (on the freeway even!), but I didn't think anyone would fight
as aggressively for me to set this situation right, but Jim did. I really feel like I won the lemon law lawyer jackpot by hiring Jim!
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11 Jan, 2021 by Stacy
I couldn't be happier I called Trent and Itzel to help me with my estate planning. They both were very responsive and helped put my mind at ease. I was nervous about the process because I didn't quite understand how it all worked but Trent was patient and took the time to thoroughly answer all of my questions, and I had a lot! Trent is a local, family man and that came across when we spoke. I have a 6 and 8 year old and I can sleep easier knowing their future is protected.
I knew I was in good hands after our first meeting. I would absolutely recommend Trent for estate planning and I have a feeling he will be in my families lives for many years to come.
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21 Oct, 2020 by Dan
I am a retired CPA looking to set up a living trust to bypass probate which would be very costly and time consuming. I wanted an attorney who specialized in trust and estate planning. So I talked to several attorneys before selecting Trent. He came across as a very personable, honest, straight forward and knowledgeable attorney. He worked very professionally, expeditiously and gave valuable advice. He quoted me a fee which is very reasonable, consider his package includes funding of my properties (transferring titles into the trust) which many trust attorneys don’t do or charge extra. I am very happy with his service and would not hesitate to recommend him to others.
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07 Sep, 2020 by Anonymous
Trent is a great family law attorney. He was very patient with us and explained all the details of our family trust and its benefits. He was thoughtful, fair and his fees are reasonable. I would recommend him to any party needing a family law attorney.
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17 Dec, 2015 by Anonymous
Marc did a great job representing me. I had never been in any trouble before & I was a mess. I have a professional license & worried about how that would be affected. Marc was very helpful & reassuring when I first called. I really appreciate his hard work & how he answered my questions in such a prompt manner.
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10 Jul, 2015 by Colleen
Marc helped me and a couple other delinquents I know with traffic tickets. He made everything worry-free and easy. He made it seem like it was just no big deal, even though I know there was actually time and effort involved. Thanks Marc! Hopefully I WON'T be calling you soon! ;)
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09 Apr, 2015 by Stacy
Marc helped me out with a traffic ticket that I got a few years back. I don't live in California and I needed Marc to appear in court for me. He informed me that there would be additional fees added to the initial fine for the ticket. In the end, he got the fine reduced which I was hoping he could do. We communicated by email and he replied promptly. He was a great help and seemed to really do anything he could to keep things fair between his client and the court.
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06 Oct, 2020 by John
Have helped me from day one and are continuing to do so. Always keep me in the loop and I appreciate the speed they work at. Don’t know where my case will go for sure but I definitely feel at ease with them by my side.
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12 Jun, 2014 by Rg
I have worked with Walter Haines over a number of years and have found him to be extraordinarily knowledgeable. He has many years of experience practicing law. At all times he has been courteous, helpful, and responsive.
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06 Feb, 2014 by Anonymous
I have used Walter to assist me with numerous legal matters, including employment issues and a personal injury issue. Most of the time, he is able to resolve the matters without litigation which I appreciate. I would not hesitate calling him for legal services. He is caring and goes the extra mile, not to mentioned skilled!
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18 Oct, 2022 by Gloria
I hired James Nguyen for my DUI and the case got dismissed!
Very compassionate and responsive. Would hire again!
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18 Oct, 2022 by Phillip
James Nguyen got me a handsome settlement for my accident. Would definitely hire him again.
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04 Nov, 2014 by Richlittlefield
James, worked very hard for me. Several people told me my case was a waste of time. James stuck in there and got me the best out come I could have hoped for.
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21 Oct, 2015 by Anonymous
I hired Jim McKanna based on the strong recommendation of a close colleague whom had worked with him in the past. I was arrested for a DUI and was terrified to say the least; Jim immediately helped alleviate those fears. Jim was professional and prepared and he was able to answer all of my questions with a confidence earned from years of legal practice and experience. After a few phone calls to the courthouse Jim was able to outline a legal strategy and time-line that would ensure the most favorable possible outcome considering the facts of my case. Jim was with me throughout the entire process, he made himself available at all times to answer questions and to simply put me at ease. Jim was very reasonable and fair with his pricing, but more importantly Jim gave me peace of mind and the confidence to move forward with the legal process. Jim was non-judgmental, tenacious, professional and kind; he helped me to navigate a very difficult time in my life. I give Mr. McKanna the highest of praise and recommend him without hesitation to anyone in need of legal counsel.
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20 Oct, 2015 by Norbert
My wife and I have come to know Mr. McKanna for the past 10 years as an outstanding attorney and a wonderful person. He helped us on several occasions with legal challenges. Jim is extremely experienced and knowledgeable, yet always accessible and reliable. He works every case, even a simple infraction as it was his own. If you need a highly effective lawyer and a reliable friend, I strongly suggest to give Jim a call.
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05 Oct, 2015 by Pat kelly
I give James McKanna my highest personal recommendation. He is an attorney of high character, diligence and skill
. I had a slip and fall personal injury matter which was approaching the statute of limitations. I asked Mr. McKanna to review my file to see if I had a case. He immediately went into action, filed a lawsuit and quickly obtained my medical records. Jim was able to negotiate a very good settlement within 3 months of the lawsuit being filed. which I attribute to his high level advocacy and interpersonal demeanor. I would highly recommend Mr. McKanna for any personal injury matter. Future clients will not be disappointed.
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12 Feb, 2025 by Derek logan
I learned the hard way that you need to do your research. Don't react and pick the first attorney in the area. I had 2 attorneys before I found Chris Taylor. Wasted thousands with no result. Then I found Chris. Not only did my "once in a lifetime" mistake get pleaded down, he was with me through the entire process. Today this event is behind me. Expunged. Essentially, it never happened. This result is so beyond any result I could fathom. I did my work. I followed what he told me to do. Perfectly. If you listen to him you will have a success story like mine.
Second best decision I have ever made. My wife is first.
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02 Nov, 2017 by Diane
I could not speak more highly of The Law Offices of Brent Caldwell and particularly attorney Brett Shegda. Not only did he listen, but he was kind and understanding and immediately understood how difficult it has been for me since the auto accident. The case was handled with great care and I was very happy with the out come. I would not hesitate to recommend Brett for any personal injury matter.
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12 Aug, 2016 by Anonymous
I was bite by a rottweiler while I was riding my bike. Thing just ran at me from the front door. Mr. Shegda talked me through the whole process. kept me informed and I felt like I was cared for and my case was properly assessed. Settled before trial and am totally happy with the outcome. Made a full recovery btw!
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12 Nov, 2015 by Jessica
Brett did a great job on my case! When we first met he really took the time to explain the legal process and how my case would pan out along the way. He kept me informed as we went through the process and would check in with me as well. He's super thorough with everything, I know that's why my case resolved as well as it did. I would definitely recommend Brett to anyone who is need of legal help.
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21 Nov, 2024 by Eddy flores
Im very happy and greatful for all the help i received the whole time going through these times i was treated very highly and updated w every progress trust Paldin Legal Defenders your in good hands no matter the case !!!! thank you guys !!! Not Guilty !!!!
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28 May, 2024 by Kol
I highly recommend this place. The team is professional, and Pantea did a wonderful job on my case. I'm truly grateful for her hard work and the hard work of her team.
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22 Mar, 2024 by Sabina clark
I am grateful to have come across the amazing team at Paladin Legal Defenders. From the initial call made to learn more about their firm to my first meeting with attorney Daniel Grupenhagen, they showed so much grace, kindness and empathy. Daniel was prepared for our first meet and greet, he provide a thorough explanation of options and set realistic expectations. Nicole was equally amazing, she took the time to go above and beyond to help me navigate and provide me sound advice and quality information needed. During the process Daniel and Nicole were always accessible, easy to reach and always returned calls timely. The team at Paladin treat you not just as another case but as a human being navigating challenging situations. I am truly fortunate to have come across this firm and grateful for the service and guidance they provided. I highly recommend and encourage anyone needing quality legal services to choose Paladin Legal Defenders.
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12 Oct, 2024 by Гліб одинець
Overall I am satisfied with the divorce services, I recommend them
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26 Apr, 2024 by Svetlana villiam
I’m thankful for Angela a lot. She helped me to go through the divorce process. She helped me with all information I needed to know and same time gave emotional support. She is knowledgeable and professional at her work.
Thank you again.
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26 Apr, 2024 by Louis weber
Angela is a wonderful attorney and helped me and my fiance tremendously. She works around the clock and is always available for her clients at a relatively affordable price. Highly recommended and 5 out of 5 stars!!!!
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21 May, 2015 by Anonymous
Mr. Bidwell helped me tremendously on getting my ex-husband's name removed from a time share deed. I had searched other attorneys online, and was at a dead end. I sat on this issue for a long while, and then started looking again online for an attorney who would take my case. Bingo! Mark was there to help me get through this very involved, arduous process completed. His rate was very reasonably. Forever grateful to Mark Bidwell. Hard work and perseverance really does pay off!! Thanks again Mark.
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20 May, 2015 by Ellen
Mr. Bidwell was instrumental in the distrubution of a very complex trust.
He represented me in a law suit brought on by family members. He listened to a rather emotional defendant and followed u wishes. He was very knowledgeable of the laws involved. He made suggestions but the decision was respectfully mine.
He also was instrumental in forming a trust for me and my family.
I know I could call him for any attorney advice and he would give the best solutions.
He has always shown to be extremely trust worthy and compassionate.
I high recommend Mr. Bidwell. I have referred him to friends and they were completely satisfied.
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28 Aug, 2018 by Anonymous
Ms. Park was very helpful in consulting my 2 auto accidents and my relative's personal injury. She explained in simple understandable honest manner guiding me to make a reasonable decisions.
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28 May, 2014 by Anonymous
Mrs. Choi is truly a knowledgeable attorney who understands the law, has a heart to help people, and is characterized by integrity. I sought her help with some contract issue regarding rental agreements and she was very patient to give me informed advice. She didn't charge me to for the initial consultation and was very willing to help me resolve the issue. Her experience with the law was instrumental in helping me make the best decision about my legal options. I would confidently recommend Mrs. Choi for consultation for any legal problems.
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16 May, 2024 by Jada
James and his staff went the extra mile for my employee/employer case. . James was professional, explained every step of the process. I felt heard and trusted James 100 percent. We won the case. If you need a great attorney who will fight for you this is the man. Thank you so much
Thank you so much
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16 Feb, 2023 by Lynda
Contacted James Michalski when I was being sued for a large sum. I was very distressed, and he spend his free time making sure I understood the process and what to expect. Then he won my case! The case against me completely dismissed. I highly recommend him and will hire him again if I need to.
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17 Nov, 2016 by Travis
I'm Administrating my uncles estate and am not legally savvy. Every questions I asked was answered to a 'T'. I caught Barry at the airport and he went out of his way to talk to me. Thanks Barry, Travis
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15 Jun, 2015 by Steve
Mr. Adams(Barry) handled our legal issue w/ professionalism, care and enthusiasm. He told us all of our options and clearly discussed our rights. He is very patient with questions, and treats you like a person, not a number. I highly recommend Barry for any legal issues you may have.
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15 May, 2021 by Jameson james curtin
I sent a few clients over to Matt both criminal defense and family law. And I was amazed when he was able to get three felony counts with three to five years of jail time reduced to a misdemeanor and 6 months. Then he got my buddy's daughter home for Christmas after untangling a bad ruling from a less experienced attorney. Matt is a bulldog and the judge can't say no when he argues the law. One of the best attorneys I know and he's also a very generous supporter and contributor to service disabled veterans. The guy is a stud, class act.
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25 Jun, 2020 by Ron n
I just so happened to stumble my way here. I was looking for a different type of attorney and came across Mat Singer. I got myself in some trouble in 2017, and i dont have the best track record. I thought I would be doing multiple years in prison because of my past. I hired Mr.Singer to represent me. Court dates came and went for nearly a year. I at times questioned what he was doing, but when all was said and done, i basically got a slap on the hand with a feather by the Judge and D.A. I highly recommend Mat. You wont be disappointed and his rates are reasonable, especially for the service he provides. A+++++ Thank you Sir
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11 Aug, 2015 by Laurie
This woman saved my life!! I have a severely emotionally disturbed son who was denied over and over. I fought the school districts alone for years until I found her.
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17 Jun, 2022 by Kumar
I recently had an interaction with Ms. Nguyen and found her very professional lawyer. She has a very deep understanding of family law more specifically in divorces cases. She takes the timeline very seriously and gives very clear and concise advice. I will highly recommend her for family law/divorce related cases.
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26 Mar, 2015 by Anonymous
this is the most helpful attorneys have ever had in my life his professionalism and confidence in and out of the courtroom really makes feel good to have someone like him fighting so hard for you .
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03 Aug, 2010 by Min
I had a hard time to figure out what to do with my husband home mortgage debt after he die so I called micheal and he suggested the way what I can.As for me,his answer make me think better way.
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27 Aug, 2024 by Lisa stow
Extremely helpful and knowledgeable staff. They were with me every step of the way. Highly recommend their services to anyone who might need it.
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08 Feb, 2024 by Joseph martinez
PARKER LAW CENTER Kellee Parker Harris, Candice Ashley and TEAM! Wow! I’ll just start off with how amazing they are! So professional and everything they say and advertise is the true. I searched many lawyers and got many opinions when I felt I was wrongfully charged with a DUI. So many thoughts and emotions running through me as I searched during this time. Very stressful as well. It was hard. Then I came across PARKER LAW CENTER. After reading through their website. I felt great about what I read. So informative. When I spoke to Kellee and staff. I knew I found my lawyer. I didn’t feel with them at all that I was guilty of getting charged with a DUI. That was a big deal to me at that moment as other lawyers seem to be writing me off as I was guilty without hearing me out. You can feel it. Kellee and team communicated with me throughout my case. Always in the knowing. Long story short because I can continue writing how amazing they are in the end I didn’t get a DUI! It was a long case battle but I had faith and in the end I’m so grateful I came across Kellee. Today it’s all behind me with peace of mind and still driving. If your going through a hard time with a charge give them a call. You won’t regret it. Thank you Kellee!
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14 Feb, 2023 by Rocky sherwood
When I was in need of legal counsel, I did my due diligence and learned that the services provided by the Parker Law Center Firm were second to none. I retained Attorney Parker and could not be more pleased with her representation. The entire staff and counsel walked me through the initial process and have been by my side every step of the way. I can't thank the entire office enough for going above and beyond any and every expectation I had for them in guiding me through this very intimidating and confusing matter and helping me obtain the best possible outcome.
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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.
Discuss any additional expenses that may arise during the case. -
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.
