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07 Aug, 2024 by Daniella
I have had the pleasure of using Bob's services several times— his integrity, knowledge, and experience have consistently impressed me. His deep understanding of the law and dedication to his clients set him apart, not to mention his empathetic nature. I have recommended him to several friends and colleagues, all of whom have had equally positive experiences. If you're looking for a trustworthy and highly skilled attorney, he is the one to call.
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25 Apr, 2024 by Jessie stephenson
They did a great job and got me a great compensation after my car accident.
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19 Apr, 2024 by Camila r
Jenny worked very hard during my case, and was always there to help me with any questions I had. Thank you so much!!!
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25 Apr, 2024 by Jessie stephenson
They did a great job and got me a great compensation after my car accident.
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19 Apr, 2024 by Camila r
Jenny worked very hard during my case, and was always there to help me with any questions I had. Thank you so much!!!
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06 Apr, 2024 by Chandler mccolley
Paula and Josh were very helped every step of the way as my Associates and were very fast as responding and helpful with all my questions and were able to get the most out of my situation for me! Thank you!!
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22 Jan, 2021 by Jenn
I came to Isaiah with a very emotionally charged case that involved changing the custody agreement for my child. Isaiah was honest and real with me from the beginning. I always felt heard, understood and knew that the best interests of my case were his priority. I could not have asked for a better outcome in the courtroom. I am beyond thankful that Isaiah is in my corner!
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01 Jan, 2021 by Candice
Isaiah has been my lawyer for three years. He helped me through a divorce and custody battle as well as a criminal case. I’ve never doubted him and have trusted his advice and knowledge over the years. Isaiah has his clients best interest at heart. He will go to the ends of the world to make sure he is doing everything he possibly can to help you. I always feel like I’m his only client. He is dedicated, determined, smart, not afraid to ask his associates for help in order to handle your case with the best of his abilities. He isn’t afraid of the courtroom. I can’t say enough great things about him. I am very grateful and lucky to have Isaiah on my side. This is the man you want to fight along side you in court.
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30 Dec, 2020 by Anonymous
Isaiah was very professional in my case. He always got back back to me in a timely manner and was able to answer any questions that I had and explained everything in a way anyone would be able to understand.
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07 Nov, 2018 by Michael dean
06 Nov, 2018 by Kyle mclain
Very professional conduct. I have and will continue to refer Andrea in the future
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06 Nov, 2018 by Sarah osborn
I highly recommend Andrea Richard and The Richard Law Firm. They are different! They stand up for their clients, work diligently, stay dedicated to resolving issues, and work beyond what is expected. Andrea and her team take the time to answer questions, prepare clients for all steps involved, and offers outstanding support throughout all processes. It has been wonderful working with The Richard Law Firm.
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29 Sep, 2023 by Maurice
We hired Alex Freeburg to help out with a nasty issue. My family had lost a tidy sum of money to a construction contractor who had then ghosted on us. We were worried we would not get any of our money. But, Alex got us sorted out after just a couple of meetings. He had some great ideas. Sadly, we were not able to get all of our money back. Alex made us feel a lot better while he worked on the case, and he won the judgment against the defendant. We would hire Alex again in a heartbeat.
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01 Jul, 2020 by Anthony
I hired Alex to handle two tickets I received at the Yellowstone national park. I got an excellent outcome and he kept me updated along the way. I highly recommend Alex's services.
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21 May, 2019 by Anonymous
I recently hired and worked with Alex regarding defense of a misdemeanor. Alex provided invaluable expertise, advice and assistance through the process, ultimately resulting in a full dismissal of all claims. Beyond legal expertise, Alex was kind and understanding - offering peace of mind through the proceeding. Alex is obviously passionate about his work and about his clients and is well versed in the workings of the local courts. Alex went above and beyond to get the best outcome I could have hoped for. I would highly recommend Alex's services.
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13 Feb, 2018 by Jason
Katie is a very knowledgeable, experienced and hard-working attorney. Katie has assisted several of my clients with family law matters, and they have all been very pleased with the results.
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07 Sep, 2017 by Anonymous
She has helped me with every little question I have had and continues to do so! I could not be any happier w my attorney
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07 Sep, 2017 by Pam
Katie helped me with my divorce. She was very professional but with a caring demeanor. Very pleasant to work with!
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13 Feb, 2021 by Cynthia
Richard is an incredible attorney willing to go the extra mile for clients. We have not needed to retain his services, however, he literally provided us with basic advice for free, which helped us gain clarity and decide our next course of action. Having a business or corporation, you can make many mistakes just because of the emotional pull that it causes. It is important to be wise and calm while digging into the research phases of potential legal claims. Anytime we need something in the future, we know that Richard Manning is an excellent attorney that will help us solve any potential legal claims. Thank you so much for your valuable time!!
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25 Jan, 2018 by Sarah
Rick helped us create an agreement that we can use in our General Contracting business. He took the time to get to know about our business - where we were at now, and where we wanted to grow - and created an agreement that worked for our business. With his knowledge of the building industry he was also able to guide us in creating this agreement to include things that we didn't originally consider. I'm very happy with the work he did for us but also happy to have Rick as a resource for anything that comes up down the road.
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24 Oct, 2017 by Joe
Rick’s service has proved to be invaluable to my business. Rick’s review of one contract in particular brought to light some very unfavorable language which I had missed. Consequently the contract was amended prior to exicution thus leveling the playing field. This was a major reason why my small business has been paid on time and compensated for all extra work.
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30 Apr, 2024 by Adrian santos
I highly recommend working with Grupp Law Firm. I am working with Patrick and have been very happy and impressed with the great communication, professionalism, and knowledge shared. They truly have a customer centric / personalized approach. I am confident that I have found a trustworthy, long-term partner for my projects.
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14 Feb, 2024 by Matt aaronian
Matthew Grupp and his staff (Michael and Kayanne) have been so helpful to me over the years whether it be for estate planning, LLC setup and maintenance, or taxes. They are always there for me when I need them and I feel that all of my needs are taken seriously. Highly recommend them!
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14 Feb, 2024 by Mike fritz
We have been a client for 10+ yrs. We have always felt that we were treated fairly & in timely manner. Can't thank Michael & Matthew enough for the help over the years.
Mike & Kathy Fritz
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11 Jun, 2013 by Karen
Tyson was an excellent lawyer, he went above and beyond what I had expected. Tyson kept in good contact with me, keeping me informed of everything going on and explained the process thoroughly. If I had any questions or concerns, he was able to answer them for me. I feel like he walked beside me through the whole process, never leaving me behind at any moment. Tyson is very honest with all of his information given and stresses how important being honest is. He told me always, "just be myself", that is all I needed to do. I feel that Tyson gave me the very best advise that I could have been given on how to proceed with this lawsuit. I have never done this before and this was one of the hardest things that I had ever done, I hope I never have to do this again, but Tyson made it easier....took my stress load. He kept me up, even in my lowest times. I shed a lot of tears along the way, Tyson knew how to calmed my fears. Tyson explained every step we were taking together, as we made those steps. His guidelines were precise, helped me achieve the results that I was needing. He was very caring and polite, yet assertive. Tyson was always there for me, if I called, he would always return my call if he was not available at that time. He made me feel like I was the most important client he had, I am sure that is how he makes all clients feel through this process, very comforting. He is VERY good at what he does. I know that I could not have made it through this process without him by my side. I would recommend him very highly!
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16 Apr, 2013 by Dirk
Tyson Logan is a very compassionate individual that gave me 100% of his legal expertise. He studied my case it was not simple, brought in many experts to help advise and gained much knowledge of my condition that he had no general information of. He sent me to the very best doctors I learned about my condition and treatment I feel would not have had this care without Tyson. The preparedness Tyson gave me before the deposition and the mediation gave me great confidence and he was right by my side. He has an ability to read people and smooth a tense situation as well as being able to talk on the same level which also makes him a great communicator. This was extremely important to me in the last days of my case. I now have a life long care plan thanks to Tyson Logan and very, very highly recommend him.
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20 Apr, 2010 by Anonymous
From one lawyer to another, his service was superior. He and Doug McCalla were prompt, responsive and attentive to my matter. They listened to me and at the same time provided me with sound and practical advice; the type I believe I would have provided to a client in similar circumstances.
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10 Jan, 2018 by Nicole
I hired Lauren for a prenuptial agreement this past summer prior to being married. Not only did she quickly to respond to all of my calls, texts and emails, she was also very thorough, helpful and extremely knowledgeable. She answered all of my questions above and beyond what was expected and made sure that every detail was covered. I really enjoyed working with her and was really pleased with our results.
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23 Jun, 2015 by Anonymous
Lauren B. Browne has excellent communication skills. During my case, Lauren was prompt in all her communications, getting back to me often within minutes of emailing questions/concerns. Her notes were clear and concise, and she provided documentation, instructions, and legal information to ensure my case stayed on track. Additionally, she was very understanding and assisted in thinking through key decisions during the process. I appreciated her honest feedback and compassion before, during, and after my case.
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29 May, 2015 by Kim
Lauren Browne was very helpful, prompt and knowledgeable. She was able to resolve my problem. Thank you for your help Lauren.
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25 Jun, 2015 by Ben
Mr. Robinson was very knowledgable and clearly had my best interests in mind. He made the tough and uncomfortable situation I was going through less stressful and easier to handle. I would definitely recommend John to anyone and if need be will use him again in the future.
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22 Jun, 2015 by Chris
John Robinson presented with kindness, compassion and patience while listening to our needs and concerns. He is one of the Best Civil Rights attorneys there is, and did an excellent job defending our case.
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27 May, 2021 by Korinne nelson
The expertise needed in today's complicated biz world.
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08 Oct, 2020 by Brandon clodius
Annie Droppert from this firm was extremely helpful and easy to work with. We worked completely remotely to successfully handle my father's estate in Wyoming even though I am located on the other side of the US.
I highly recommend Annie Droppert and this firm for any estate needs!!!
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15 Jun, 2019 by Sarah
Second attorney I contacted regarding estate planning. Wish it would have been the first. Dude knows what he’s doing, doesn’t talk to you like you’re a dummy, gets it done FAST. Good guy. Would recommend.
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30 Dec, 2022 by Terrie
Very professional very patient explained things well no matter how many times he has to do it gets back to you quickly seems fair good bedside manner that’s a plus Have no complaints
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04 Jan, 2016 by Annie
We had an occasion recently to use a lawyer in Jackson Hole to help settle a messy claim with a local contractor. Since we are out of State, most of our contact was by phone or e-mail; we only came in to meet with Amy once. We would not hesitate to use her again.. She is knowlegable, helpful, professional, always available, very pleasant and more than capable. I recommend her highly.
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11 Jan, 2013 by Steve
Mel is a striking and commanding individual. He dominates both in the courtroom and outside of it. I was in new York with him on a case once, walking down the street, and another lawyer heard us talk and recognized Mel. He knows the law, knows the facts, and pounds them! I can't say enough about Mel, and he is a great guy!
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11 Jan, 2013 by Steve
I have worked with Bryan on a substantial legal and accounting malpractice case. He is a superb lawyer. He is knowledgeable, tenacious, and yet pragmatic. He has a great skill set and is extremely competent, not to mention a wonderful human being.
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04 Sep, 2016 by Justin
From my experience, Julie's a good listener that's for sure. If you're considering hiring her, I'd suggest researching outside of this site to learn about her achievements. She's probably the most capable attorney in Wyoming and we're lucky to have her as a choice.
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31 May, 2015 by Bob
I am an environmental attorney with 40 years experience at Holland & Hart, who worked with Mike on a wide range of environmental issues and cases. He's a national authority on many of those issues, and one of the best overall environmental attorneys in the country. Absolutely amazing to me to see him at the bottom of the list, and unrated. That's ridiculously out of line with reality. But probably means that Mike's plate is more than full.
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20 Oct, 2016 by Andrew
Mr. Costanza is a very qualified attorney and has given me valuable advice for many years.
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19 Apr, 2017 by Jason majors
I have co-counseled with Doug on several legal matters. Doug is very knowledgeable, experienced, and professional.
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18 Jun, 2015 by Anonymous
Pays attention to the details that matter when you are the client . Also incredibly knowledgable about the law and the legal process. Hard combination to find.
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07 Jan, 2010 by Lisa
Mr. Jeff Tennyson accepted a very difficult and complex personal injury case, and handled it from start to finish like a true professional. After my accident, I felt hopeless about being disabled. After Mr. Tennyson settled the case for me, it brought hope back.
I fell from a poorly constructed balcony at my neighbor's house in 2006. I had a very hard time even finding an attorney to take my case, because the fall severely exacerbated a pre-existing condition in my spine, causing a great deal of pain.
The fact that I had a pre-existing condition made the case much more complex. I've had Scoliosis (curvature of the spine) since I was 11 years old ... so there's really not much I can do about that! I contacted about 10 other attorneys who didn't even want the case because of it. It wasn't clear-cut, easy money.
When I first contacted Mr. Tennyson and explained the situation, he agreed that it would clearly be a difficult case ... but then went ahead and took the case anyways! If ever there was an attorney who believes in bringing some form of justice to an injured party, regardless of something like a pre-existing condition that complicates the case, it's Mr. Jeff Tennyson.
Becoming disabled and losing everything -- especially your ability to work -- is one of the most deeply devastating things that's ever happened to me. I went to college and had worked all my life. I had a lust for life. I enjoyed traveling, and I was a very active person. Once the accident happened, my entire life came to a crashing halt.
Then it was a whole different ballgame. I ballgame I didn't know how to play: a confusing maze of doctors and nurses who may or may not help, insurance companies who may or may not help (usually NOT), and family and friends who may or may not understand what I'm going through. The pain was getting worse and worse with each passing day.
Seven months after the fall, I had my entire spine fused with titanium rods in an open-back surgery. In the 2 years since the operation, I developed Failed Back Syndrome and Fibromyalgia. Pain became the new constant in my life. It made it very difficult for me to deal with the litigation itself, while I'm simultaneously fighting the pain and trying to regain my health and mobility.
Mr. Tennyson was always very aware and considerate of my situation. He wanted me to know that I was always in control of the decision-making in my case, but that at times when I was too sick to be very involved, Mr. Tennyson helped walk me through decisions that needed to be made. He kept me informed of the important aspects of what was going on with my case, but didn't overwhelm me with all the details. Most importantly, I felt I could trust him completely to act on my behalf while I focused on my health. That's why I say that Mr. Tennyson puts the "personal" in personal injury. He actually cares about and listens to his clients.
Due to the severity of the pain after my fall, I was unable to work. I had to close the business I had just begun operating a year earlier. So, of course, I lost all my income. By the time I had the operation 7 months later, I was in so much pain that I had lost my ability to walk. My husband and I had to sell everything we owned to keep up with the bills and COBRA payments. Eventually my marriage fell apart from the stress of it all. No, it's certainly not [I]easy[/I] being seriously injured. It [I]is[/I] personal.
It's hard enough having to deal with the health care system. Mr. Tennyson was so helpful throughout the course of my 3-year case. He was like the captain of a ship in stormy seas. He is honest and trustworthy, and is so responsive to the fact that his personal injury clients are real injured people -- not just dollar signs or case numbers.
Whenever I had questions, he had answers. When I called his office, he was usually available. He actually reads and answers his emails. He contacted me with any new information I needed. When I was in too much pain or too sick to handle the case, he handled it for
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29 Dec, 2023 by Crystal spring haney
We hired Neal for a real estate issue that involved family, and were able to resolve it out of court with his guidance. I cannot recommend him enough.
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15 Dec, 2023 by Tim powell
Jason is amazing to work with. Very good with his clients. He made sure I had the information I needed to make good informed and realistic decisions regarding my case. Fees are fair and well within industry standards. While I hope never to need his services again, he is the only one I would consider
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30 Sep, 2023 by Robert pizzimenti
I engaged The Ochs Law Firm to represent me in a class action law suit against Monsanto in regard to their product Roundup. The Ochs Law firm explained the process clearly and realistically. They kept us informed at all stages of the process; which was both lengthy and complex.
At all times they were expert at managing expectations and at keeping us advised of next steps.
Due to their hard work and understanding of the class-action process they were successful in negotiating a settlement far beyond our original expectations.
I would strongly encourage you to select The Ochs Law firm if you are looking for an effective representation. You can trust them to do a superior job and to win a superior outcome.
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15 Jul, 2024 by Mark fellermann
Freeburg Law helped me with 2 traffic citations. They were excellent to work with, good communication, great results!!!
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30 Dec, 2023 by Sarah schmidt
Ethan Morris was just what we needed. He thoroughly understood the law, knew the best course to take and could explain everything to us in understandable terms. We were grateful that he was always available for any questions. His answers were prompt and clear. He is down to earth and persoanable. His help was a game changer for us. I would highly recommend Ethan Morris.
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25 Jul, 2023 by Alfredo tapia
I strongly recommend the Freeburg Law Firm if you encounter any issues in federal court. They are very knowledgeable with procedural and substantive federal law. They were very frank with me during their counseling, and were successful in reaching the best possible outcome for me.
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29 Dec, 2023 by Crystal spring haney
We hired Neal for a real estate issue that involved family, and were able to resolve it out of court with his guidance. I cannot recommend him enough.
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15 Dec, 2023 by Tim powell
Jason is amazing to work with. Very good with his clients. He made sure I had the information I needed to make good informed and realistic decisions regarding my case. Fees are fair and well within industry standards. While I hope never to need his services again, he is the only one I would consider
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30 Sep, 2023 by Robert pizzimenti
I engaged The Ochs Law Firm to represent me in a class action law suit against Monsanto in regard to their product Roundup. The Ochs Law firm explained the process clearly and realistically. They kept us informed at all stages of the process; which was both lengthy and complex.
At all times they were expert at managing expectations and at keeping us advised of next steps.
Due to their hard work and understanding of the class-action process they were successful in negotiating a settlement far beyond our original expectations.
I would strongly encourage you to select The Ochs Law firm if you are looking for an effective representation. You can trust them to do a superior job and to win a superior outcome.
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14 Sep, 2022 by Anonymous
I hired him for a job and he did a great job and we got a favorable outcome. He did great work, has a great bio, and is a very experienced attorney. I highly recommend him for legal representation.
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09 Apr, 2021 by Anonymous
After I paid thousands for his legal “expertise”, he tried convincing me to plead guilty for a crime I never committed. He never had my back. If I would have followed his advice, I would have lost my career. I went against his “expertise” and fought back and the case was dismissed. He was terribly responsive throughout and didn’t even tell me the final verdict; I had to call the courts myself. Save yourself the time and money and find someone else!
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13 Apr, 2020 by Ashley
Chad is amazing! I was facing a lifetime in prison and he worked hard to get me very few years! I would highly recommend him!
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13 May, 2024 by Claudia corona
La secretaria le valio m*** citarnos lo mas pronto posible y mejor nos dijo que le buscaramos por otro lado. Entiendo que estan ocupados pero fue la manera en como me hablo. En fin, se cito una consulta con trefonas, me cobraba $10,000 para investigar el caso y para pedir un bond. Y que no era seguro nada. No querian darme nada de información ya que yo no era la del caso. Pero claro que ivan aceptar mi dinero. Aparte nos dijo que tendriamos que pagar las horas de la secretaria. El caso era de imigracion. No fue caso criminal pero se aferraron ellas que era caso criminal. Les dije claramente que queriamos estar listos ya que mi esposo iva terminar su sentencia con el estado. Termine llamando a Idaho Falls y solo me cobraron $3,500 por todo y fue un excito.
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15 Oct, 2023 by Juan villarreal
Good and Professional
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17 Jun, 2024 by Andy
They are always “full” but don’t put that on their website or tell you. If you are full just say you are not taking any new cases and thanks for the inquiry. Be more professional.
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09 May, 2024 by Beau williams
Outstanding legal mind. Incredibly nice guy, too.
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08 May, 2024 by Alex m
Terrible person and even worse attorney
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17 Jun, 2024 by Andy
They are always “full” but don’t put that on their website or tell you. If you are full just say you are not taking any new cases and thanks for the inquiry. Be more professional.
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09 May, 2024 by Beau williams
Outstanding legal mind. Incredibly nice guy, too.
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08 May, 2024 by Alex m
Terrible person and even worse attorney
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