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29 Nov, 2023 by Tom
My family had a complicated Trust arrangement that required recorded Deed Distribution Documents regarding Oil & Gas Interests in three Texas Counties after a family death. Our Investment Advisor Firm recommended Jane Fly whom we hired to complete the work in a most satisfactory manner. She was well versed and expedient while understanding the nuances of the Trust and pulling it all together for all to understand and approve.
I recently asked for advice regarding Ownership Deed transfers
for the same Trust. Amazingly she recalled her previous work and
and gave me direction the same day. We have full confidence in her knowledge and judgment in these legal matters.
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19 Jun, 2023 by Abigail
We've worked with Jane on a number of occasions; typically, we've hired her for issues with our leases that needed resolving. One specific case: Going into Spring 2023, there was an issue with a roommate who refused to pay her rent such that she risked (rather, threatened) all of the other roommates getting evicted. Jane explained the entire issue to us (from a legal perspective) and respectfully managed communications with the aggravating roommate's lawyer. With Jane's help, we were able to quickly and effectively resolve our issue.
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18 Jul, 2022 by Stuart & patricia
Jane has diligently helped us with our real estate transactions on the last two warehouse facilities that we have purchased. During the entire process she negotiated knowledgeably and insured that we benefitted. She worked tirelessly to get the deals done, and all along keeping the negotiations moving forward in a timely manner. Jane is great to have on your team, and we would not consider carrying out a transaction without her.
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23 Sep, 2016 by Anonymous
I hired Denise to handle my divorce and some other stuff related to it. From the beginning, she was brutally honest with me and didn't candy coat anything. I really needed that.
To start, she had me literally get all my ducks in a row as far as paperwork, account statements, etc as well as working out my timeline for everything. That paid off many times over getting everything organized. Every step of the way in the negotiations she helped put me at ease but was still very realistic as to what to expect. I was really worried about a long court thing but we were able to come to an understanding before having to spend to much time and money with that.
I know I had to bug her with my questions but she was nice enough to answer every single one whether I liked the answer or not. Like I said, she didn't sugar coat anything.
If I had to get divorced again, I'd hire her since she was a real voice of reason.
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23 Sep, 2024 by Brian l
I have experience a few attorneys in my life, Madeline was kind and very professional. She explained everything to me in detail and gave me good legal advice about my case. I would highly recommend Madeline.
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28 Jul, 2024 by Shan
Arpita Legha, my attorney, provided exceptional service from start to finish. She consistently kept me informed about potential outcomes and charges. I am very satisfied with her work as my family attorney. I also appreciate her follow-up call even after the case was concluded to check on how things were going. Thank you, Arpita, for your timely responses to my questions and for your unwavering support throughout the process.
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18 Jul, 2024 by Anu malya
For me, I think critically evaluating Google reviews of any business, service, etc — myself & my own business included — a lifeskill.
I am a big fan of basic respect, clear communication, & thorough professionalism. I myself make mistakes; I own them, 200%, made knowingly or unknowingly.
Some of Arpita Legha’s practices on the “uncontested legal separation” I initiated did not sit well at all with me OR with my former legal spouse either.
I tried to see all angles of Arpita’s actions & manners — very often extending benefit of doubt for her choices. I reasonably participated in how Arpita went about things. Then, I chose to take pauses as I needed from her obvious unprofessional (sometimes inhumane) behaviors.
My feedback for Arpita & the Oxner Legha Law Firm:
• I found Arpita’s conduct unprofessional on several occasions & accounts.
• Arpita laughingly mentioned a client’s identifiable name & case info — in front of them — with me present — on my 1st call with her & Madeline. I did not find it funny at all. Neither did the other client.
• I felt pressured by Arpita for my time, responses, & outcomes way too many times to count while conducting my paid services.
I liken her toxic behaviors to that of an alligator.
If I initiate a process — as humanly & professionally possible, shouldn’t I reasonably decide the pace of my OWN case — under the guidance of the “professional” I hired???
• I communicated in writing about my life-threatening documented illness & how I needed time (which was provided to me first), then it went back to the same pushiness for possibly meeting the firm’s targets, Arpita’s schedule, the court’s schedule, whatever else, etc.
It was literally sickening for me, at times, to deal with Arpita’s behaviors — despite making my voice heard in writing & by my actions.
• Once, over phone, after listening to how the situation was evolving, Arpita mentioned an additional service I needed — communicating very clearly to me over phone that she’d include that service under my retainer.
When I put that service in writing over email, it appeared Arpita’s language changed. Arpita went back on her word.
I found myself with an additional bill, albeit some deducted off at the conclusion of my services. A sales & an I’m-sorry tactic, if I may?
• At the end of my services, I still did not get a breather. I noticed Arpita’s calls & emails, pushing for rapid responses within 24-48 hours each time.
I think I am a pretty responsible grown up who paid upfront for (un)professional services.
I believe I am aware of exactly how things work & when, for whom. Especially through my experience with Arpita & her firm.
I kindly asked questions & kindly responded to those asked of me. I believe my former legal spouse chose to behave the same as well. How would I know? It was in writing.
I am not sure what Arpita’s main issue was — maybe my former legal spouse & I never reached the “contested” stage?
I believe in decent trust between client & service provider.
At the end, I relied on email alone with Arpita because I was tired of keeping up with her calls. Why? I found it hard to trust her word.
• In the end, after I completed my items — rather than own up to her chosen behaviors & style, I found Arpita did not close my case hospitably at all. It appears I was literally dismissed with an attitude.
• I am unaware of what Arpita’s deeper personal or professional issues may or may not be. I do not desire to know.
I wish I could speak about the positives. I wish I could share those things that stood out to me.
Unfortunately, the areas for improvement weigh heavily on my experience with Arpita & her firm. I neither recommend Arpita Legha’s services nor the Oxner Legha Law Firm.
I find basic professionalism & hospitality priceless. I believe no matter how much I pay, the 2 may or may not be guaranteed anywhere.
My experiences with Arpita Legha & through her, the Oxner Legha Law Firm, was one such stark example of that. For both my former legal spouse & I.
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23 Sep, 2024 by Brian l
I have experience a few attorneys in my life, Madeline was kind and very professional. She explained everything to me in detail and gave me good legal advice about my case. I would highly recommend Madeline.
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28 Jul, 2024 by Shan
Arpita Legha, my attorney, provided exceptional service from start to finish. She consistently kept me informed about potential outcomes and charges. I am very satisfied with her work as my family attorney. I also appreciate her follow-up call even after the case was concluded to check on how things were going. Thank you, Arpita, for your timely responses to my questions and for your unwavering support throughout the process.
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18 Jul, 2024 by Anu malya
For me, I think critically evaluating Google reviews of any business, service, etc — myself & my own business included — a lifeskill.
I am a big fan of basic respect, clear communication, & thorough professionalism. I myself make mistakes; I own them, 200%, made knowingly or unknowingly.
Some of Arpita Legha’s practices on the “uncontested legal separation” I initiated did not sit well at all with me OR with my former legal spouse either.
I tried to see all angles of Arpita’s actions & manners — very often extending benefit of doubt for her choices. I reasonably participated in how Arpita went about things. Then, I chose to take pauses as I needed from her obvious unprofessional (sometimes inhumane) behaviors.
My feedback for Arpita & the Oxner Legha Law Firm:
• I found Arpita’s conduct unprofessional on several occasions & accounts.
• Arpita laughingly mentioned a client’s identifiable name & case info — in front of them — with me present — on my 1st call with her & Madeline. I did not find it funny at all. Neither did the other client.
• I felt pressured by Arpita for my time, responses, & outcomes way too many times to count while conducting my paid services.
I liken her toxic behaviors to that of an alligator.
If I initiate a process — as humanly & professionally possible, shouldn’t I reasonably decide the pace of my OWN case — under the guidance of the “professional” I hired???
• I communicated in writing about my life-threatening documented illness & how I needed time (which was provided to me first), then it went back to the same pushiness for possibly meeting the firm’s targets, Arpita’s schedule, the court’s schedule, whatever else, etc.
It was literally sickening for me, at times, to deal with Arpita’s behaviors — despite making my voice heard in writing & by my actions.
• Once, over phone, after listening to how the situation was evolving, Arpita mentioned an additional service I needed — communicating very clearly to me over phone that she’d include that service under my retainer.
When I put that service in writing over email, it appeared Arpita’s language changed. Arpita went back on her word.
I found myself with an additional bill, albeit some deducted off at the conclusion of my services. A sales & an I’m-sorry tactic, if I may?
• At the end of my services, I still did not get a breather. I noticed Arpita’s calls & emails, pushing for rapid responses within 24-48 hours each time.
I think I am a pretty responsible grown up who paid upfront for (un)professional services.
I believe I am aware of exactly how things work & when, for whom. Especially through my experience with Arpita & her firm.
I kindly asked questions & kindly responded to those asked of me. I believe my former legal spouse chose to behave the same as well. How would I know? It was in writing.
I am not sure what Arpita’s main issue was — maybe my former legal spouse & I never reached the “contested” stage?
I believe in decent trust between client & service provider.
At the end, I relied on email alone with Arpita because I was tired of keeping up with her calls. Why? I found it hard to trust her word.
• In the end, after I completed my items — rather than own up to her chosen behaviors & style, I found Arpita did not close my case hospitably at all. It appears I was literally dismissed with an attitude.
• I am unaware of what Arpita’s deeper personal or professional issues may or may not be. I do not desire to know.
I wish I could speak about the positives. I wish I could share those things that stood out to me.
Unfortunately, the areas for improvement weigh heavily on my experience with Arpita & her firm. I neither recommend Arpita Legha’s services nor the Oxner Legha Law Firm.
I find basic professionalism & hospitality priceless. I believe no matter how much I pay, the 2 may or may not be guaranteed anywhere.
My experiences with Arpita Legha & through her, the Oxner Legha Law Firm, was one such stark example of that. For both my former legal spouse & I.
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25 Jan, 2021 by Anonymous
How the bar hasn’t pulled his license is beyond me. He is a snake in the grass.
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15 Aug, 2019 by Jennie
I had a legal issue regarding an accident with a scam artist looking for money, and Tom was right there. He let me know what to expect and what we were going to do in court. He showed up and waited with me throughout the whole process. He had everything prepared and his plan worked. Everything was dismissed and I was able to move on.
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17 Mar, 2017 by Cheryl
Tom helped me seal my record of a misdemeanor theft case from 2 years ago! He was very easy to work with, easy to contact and kept up with me the whole time. All of this awesome work was done within 3 weeks! Very pleased! Thank you Tom, for everything!
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