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20 Aug, 2013 by Mark
I have known Ariel for quite some time now. I can honestly say I have not met a more fierce and passionate attorney than her. If you are looking for someone who cares who is honest and will give 1000 percent then contact her. If your not then call someone else.
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07 Sep, 2012 by Michelle
John was my attorney for a family court matter..he made no false promises and was always on my side. It was a difficult time and his hard work and knowledge gave me the best outcome possible. He is my go to guy whenever I need advice.
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24 Jun, 2024 by L “upstatehousewifeny” w
I have never and I mean never been more blessed by a group of loving, caring,strong and righteous humans as I have,the day I met everyone in the Sharon Fletcher law office. I don't truly believe that words can define or describe how much each and every one of these amazing people mean to me in this office. Losing a loved one is never easy,dealing with life can be oh so very hard at times,these people gave me a sense of love and faith and family that I have never known. Thank you ALL for all you do!! Love always Whelan family.
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09 Mar, 2024 by Cheryl lowman
Excellent skills in communication and help to understand legal options as how to proceed! I can't say enough good things about this law office and everyone in it! Sincere thanks Sharon and Staff!
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05 Feb, 2024 by Lisa carpenter
All employees are very professional. Love the atmosphere, caring and with great advice.
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03 Oct, 2024 by Diane jones
I don’t know why I have been putting off doing a will for so long! Antony made me realize it’s not as complicated as you may think.He knows what questions to ask. I highly recommend him for your wills and trusts!
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12 Apr, 2021 by Joan holley
How grateful I am to this man whom I only met over the phone. After explaining our needs he he went right into steering us in the right direction. Although he will not be handling our needshe gave us a direction to go in and we are so grateful and overwhelmed at his honesty, understanding and knowledge of what would be right for us I decided to tell it to the world. If you need a lawyer and guidance this is the man to go to. I tried to get him to relocate to Florida but he said it wasn’t in his immediate plans.
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31 Aug, 2020 by Tamara ehlin
Antony has assisted my sister and me in preparing a Power of Attorney for my mother and advising us on our options for her estate and related matters. During such a delicate and emotional time, he has been so kind, professional and knowledgeable. We are extremely glad to have found him.
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03 Oct, 2024 by Diane jones
I don’t know why I have been putting off doing a will for so long! Antony made me realize it’s not as complicated as you may think.He knows what questions to ask. I highly recommend him for your wills and trusts!
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12 Apr, 2021 by Joan holley
How grateful I am to this man whom I only met over the phone. After explaining our needs he he went right into steering us in the right direction. Although he will not be handling our needshe gave us a direction to go in and we are so grateful and overwhelmed at his honesty, understanding and knowledge of what would be right for us I decided to tell it to the world. If you need a lawyer and guidance this is the man to go to. I tried to get him to relocate to Florida but he said it wasn’t in his immediate plans.
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31 Aug, 2020 by Tamara ehlin
Antony has assisted my sister and me in preparing a Power of Attorney for my mother and advising us on our options for her estate and related matters. During such a delicate and emotional time, he has been so kind, professional and knowledgeable. We are extremely glad to have found him.
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09 Jul, 2020 by Kinga g.
Very professional and knowledgeable. I am very happy with amount of time that was dedicated to my case and frequent communication. I highly recommend her and I know that if I’ll need an attorney in the future, she will be my first choice.
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03 Jun, 2020 by Misael morales
Jennifer was very professional with my legal situation and was there for me as a person not just as my legal counsel. I would recommend her to anyone.
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03 Jun, 2020 by Jeremy russell
Ms. Bayles has a very creative legal mind and really helped me with some non-profit and real-estate work. Solid attorney.
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12 Dec, 2022 by Jen mulholland
Top notch firm! I wouldnt have anyone else handle my case! I had the pleasure of Regina handling my case and she was kind, caring and professional!!! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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27 Sep, 2024 by Noel huynh
Great experience. Jennifer Chang was a pleasure to work with
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26 Sep, 2024 by Ruth bloom
Unbelievable, fantastic, caring and skilled in making my closing of my home a reality! I feel blessed and thankful for such an awesome team!
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30 Aug, 2024 by Mv
From start to finish we had a terrible experience with this office and our realtor Sharon Breslau, who pushed us to work with them, not disclosing a personal and financial connection with this law firm. They are so disorganized and disrespectful it’s astounding. We were bounced from assistant to assistant, the proper paperwork for our closings was not collected which meant we had to run around finding notaries and sending documents multiple times when they simply could have had some forethought or cared at all about us and our experience as clients. The day of the closing they called us for documents they should have known they needed when we had already moved abroad - what?!?! My wife and I each used them to sell a property at the same time and repeatedly told them we were a married couple. Adding insult to injury they repeatedly referred to us as sisters - again… WHAT?!?! This office is absolutely terrible. Look elsewhere.
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11 Aug, 2024 by Stephanie almasi
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22 Jun, 2024 by Theresa phillips
Emily has an amazing personality and always answers any questions I ask !
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01 Sep, 2023 by Tina lobrutto-gross
I used Reeder, Bock & Associates for my divorce and for selling my house/closing. Kathy Bock is the best. She is very knowledgeable, friendly, honest, will fight for you and help you in anyway she can. She will keep you informed with your case, answer your questions, take the time to explain things to you, and will get back to you via email or phone, should you leave a message. The staff is also friendly , knowledgeable, and helpful and will take your call or message. I would definitely use them again in the future if I need to, and I highly recommend them for your legal needs.
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06 Aug, 2023 by Dani r
Kathy is great, explains everything very well!
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10 Jul, 2023 by Alyssa ackert
Kathy Bock is not only a phenomenal attorney but an amazing person!! She is quick, honest, and personable— I wouldn’t want any other attorney by my side. I will always highly recommend Kathy!
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01 Oct, 2023 by Amanda baudier
I used John Dunne of Ryan Roach & Ryan to represent me in the purchase of my new home. We were dealing with a very challenging seller and a process that was drawn out to 5+ months as a result of lots of delays and small issues from the seller and their attorneys. John, Teresa, and Terri were the right balance of persistent and calm. They stayed on top of everything and kept my husband and I updated while managing a fairly contentious and unhelpful attorney on the other side. They saw us all the way through to post close since there were some escrow items as well. I would HIGHLY recommend John Dunne and his team to anyone purchasing a home in their working vicinity. Great team and great experience all around.
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28 Sep, 2023 by Paul baudier
John Dunne was a great attorney for our closing. Def recommend him!!
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16 Mar, 2021 by Amy white
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07 Feb, 2020 by Frank
When choosing a lawyer it can be difficult because it's usually during a stressful time. Regina made the experience amazing. From the first phone call she was very friendly and made the process super smooth. This attorney not only gave me a great experience but a whole lot of money. Thank you Regina. You are 5 stars in every way
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12 Dec, 2019 by Anonymous
Paid our invoice in full to process a simple divorce. Was told the papers were waiting on the judges signature for 4 months. Finally took it upon myself to call the County Clerk/Court and was informed the papers had never been filed. Not only we were lied to about the status of the papers - she did not file them in the time frame we were told. She does not return calls and has her staff screen all incoming call. Two years later and still not complete! I giver her a 0 if allowed.
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31 Jul, 2024 by Ron savenor
John was very personable and knowledgeable. I found him to be very caring. I was most impressed.
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24 Jul, 2024 by Casey scanlon
Great local Hudson Valley group of attorneys! Generations of experience. A great asset to our community!
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10 Jun, 2024 by Mia pillsworth
John was very helpful in giving advice. Ultimately we did not need their services but the free consultation was very helpful and informative. If I am ever in need of a lawyer in the future I will be reaching to them again.
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01 Sep, 2023 by Tina lobrutto-gross
I used Reeder, Bock & Associates for my divorce and for selling my house/closing. Kathy Bock is the best. She is very knowledgeable, friendly, honest, will fight for you and help you in anyway she can. She will keep you informed with your case, answer your questions, take the time to explain things to you, and will get back to you via email or phone, should you leave a message. The staff is also friendly , knowledgeable, and helpful and will take your call or message. I would definitely use them again in the future if I need to, and I highly recommend them for your legal needs.
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06 Aug, 2023 by Dani r
Kathy is great, explains everything very well!
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10 Jul, 2023 by Alyssa ackert
Kathy Bock is not only a phenomenal attorney but an amazing person!! She is quick, honest, and personable— I wouldn’t want any other attorney by my side. I will always highly recommend Kathy!
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01 Sep, 2023 by Tina lobrutto-gross
I used Reeder, Bock & Associates for my divorce and for selling my house/closing. Kathy Bock is the best. She is very knowledgeable, friendly, honest, will fight for you and help you in anyway she can. She will keep you informed with your case, answer your questions, take the time to explain things to you, and will get back to you via email or phone, should you leave a message. The staff is also friendly , knowledgeable, and helpful and will take your call or message. I would definitely use them again in the future if I need to, and I highly recommend them for your legal needs.
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06 Aug, 2023 by Dani r
Kathy is great, explains everything very well!
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10 Jul, 2023 by Alyssa ackert
Kathy Bock is not only a phenomenal attorney but an amazing person!! She is quick, honest, and personable— I wouldn’t want any other attorney by my side. I will always highly recommend Kathy!
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11 Sep, 2024 by Harold frisbie
Ephie and her staff helped us with our guardianship for my mother. Whenever we had a question they were there to answer it and let us know what to do next. I would recommend her and her staff undoubtedly.
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29 Aug, 2024 by Joe f
I can't recommend Ephie and her team highly enough. What started as a straightforward issue quickly became more complex, but Ephie managed it with exceptional professionalism, competence, and empathy. She maintained clear communication throughout and supported me as if I were a friend. Her negotiation skills led to a resolution that left everyone satisfied and served everyone's best interests. I entrusted her with my family's needs, and I have no doubt you can trust her with yours as well.
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12 Sep, 2023 by Statia rell
We are very pleased with Ephie and her staff at Trataros Law. I'm confident that anyone who is seeking estate planning and beyond will find the care and concern they desire with this Firm.
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11 Aug, 2023 by Scott
Russell helped in court to get objective evidence reduced thus helping a case be reduced to something much more reasonable for my families outcome.
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27 Mar, 2023 by S brown m
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20 Jun, 2021 by Maggiegrace feeney
Brilliant...
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11 Nov, 2018 by Leonard
Mr. Rock and his team of professionals are truly amazing and outstanding to say the least. He kept me up to date with my auto accident case for day one. I never had any problems getting in contact with anyone. Their response time was on point. He was beyond knowledgeable with the laws. Without a doubt would use him for any legal situation should one arise. I highly recommend his law firm to anyone.
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27 May, 2015 by Anonymous
I needed a lawyer to help me with a small case and charles rock was recommended to me by a friend. he made the legal process easier and understandable for me. definitely the one of the best in the Hudson valley
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26 May, 2015 by Anonymous
Charles is fantastic in all aspects of the word, he always kept me informed about the progress of my case and i couldn't have possibly asked for a better lawyer. Highly recommended!!
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27 Sep, 2024 by Noel huynh
Great experience. Jennifer Chang was a pleasure to work with
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26 Sep, 2024 by Ruth bloom
Unbelievable, fantastic, caring and skilled in making my closing of my home a reality! I feel blessed and thankful for such an awesome team!
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30 Aug, 2024 by Mv
From start to finish we had a terrible experience with this office and our realtor Sharon Breslau, who pushed us to work with them, not disclosing a personal and financial connection with this law firm. They are so disorganized and disrespectful it’s astounding. We were bounced from assistant to assistant, the proper paperwork for our closings was not collected which meant we had to run around finding notaries and sending documents multiple times when they simply could have had some forethought or cared at all about us and our experience as clients. The day of the closing they called us for documents they should have known they needed when we had already moved abroad - what?!?! My wife and I each used them to sell a property at the same time and repeatedly told them we were a married couple. Adding insult to injury they repeatedly referred to us as sisters - again… WHAT?!?! This office is absolutely terrible. Look elsewhere.
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31 Jul, 2024 by Ron savenor
John was very personable and knowledgeable. I found him to be very caring. I was most impressed.
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24 Jul, 2024 by Casey scanlon
Great local Hudson Valley group of attorneys! Generations of experience. A great asset to our community!
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10 Jun, 2024 by Mia pillsworth
John was very helpful in giving advice. Ultimately we did not need their services but the free consultation was very helpful and informative. If I am ever in need of a lawyer in the future I will be reaching to them again.
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01 Oct, 2023 by Amanda baudier
I used John Dunne of Ryan Roach & Ryan to represent me in the purchase of my new home. We were dealing with a very challenging seller and a process that was drawn out to 5+ months as a result of lots of delays and small issues from the seller and their attorneys. John, Teresa, and Terri were the right balance of persistent and calm. They stayed on top of everything and kept my husband and I updated while managing a fairly contentious and unhelpful attorney on the other side. They saw us all the way through to post close since there were some escrow items as well. I would HIGHLY recommend John Dunne and his team to anyone purchasing a home in their working vicinity. Great team and great experience all around.
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28 Sep, 2023 by Paul baudier
John Dunne was a great attorney for our closing. Def recommend him!!
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16 Mar, 2021 by Amy white
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01 Oct, 2023 by Amanda baudier
I used John Dunne of Ryan Roach & Ryan to represent me in the purchase of my new home. We were dealing with a very challenging seller and a process that was drawn out to 5+ months as a result of lots of delays and small issues from the seller and their attorneys. John, Teresa, and Terri were the right balance of persistent and calm. They stayed on top of everything and kept my husband and I updated while managing a fairly contentious and unhelpful attorney on the other side. They saw us all the way through to post close since there were some escrow items as well. I would HIGHLY recommend John Dunne and his team to anyone purchasing a home in their working vicinity. Great team and great experience all around.
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28 Sep, 2023 by Paul baudier
John Dunne was a great attorney for our closing. Def recommend him!!
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05 Dec, 2022 by Brian
When your filled with rage, hands are in fists, and your disgusted beyond imagine than give Maureen Keegan a call! She perseveres and doesn't stop; but does so with the professionalism and determination for her client. Any recommendation was right on target, and she never backed down and was always reassuring. The greatest problem is how to say thank you when those two words seem so little. She saw our case through and we won!
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20 Feb, 2018 by Jeannie
Maureen has always gone above & beyond for me since 2010. She became my attorney after another attorney firm I felt was just sitting on my case. She is professional & she completely knows the laws of the land. She fought the fight for me & was very open & honest with all situations in between. I would highly recommend Maureen (which I have) & her firm to anyone who is looking for an honest & hardworking individual who will get the job done!!
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06 Feb, 2016 by Anonymous
Maureen Keegan's persistance resulted in a positive outcome. In reaching a pre-trial settlement, I did not feel pushed to do so, rather guided through the pros and cons. To anyone critical of the portion that an attorney receives of a injury settlement, I can honestly say Ms. Keegan earned it with the hours she put in through client meetings, depositions, conferences, and mediation -- and that was just the time I was with her, not the behind the scenes work.
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13 Jan, 2023 by Holly
If you are looking for a law firm with unrivaled expertise and professionalism in workers compensation and disability law, Kirk and Teff is the one to call. I received over 2 years of prompt attention, compassion, answers to countless questions and excellent representation. Recently they settled my case with excellent results. I am very grateful to everyone. Thank you again Mr. Kirk, Mr. O’Leary, Mr. Chisholm, Mr. Kistner, Ms. Kane, Ms. Miner and Paul. You understood my journey and exceeded my expectations.
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22 Dec, 2022 by Anonymous
Mr. Kirk is an excellent attorney who actually cares about his clients, is knowledgeable in Workers Compensation law and works tirelessly to get what people deserve.
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17 Jan, 2018 by Ginny
I made an appointment to see an attorney to help me finish my SS Benefit application and I was so fortunate to see Drew. My appointment was in October, saw the disability doctor November (mid) by December 8th I was approved. Incredible!!!! There are not enough words to describe how fortunate I am that I connected with this firm. Thank you Drew!
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07 Oct, 2021 by Jodie
My elderly father filed bankruptcy due to business issues in 2020 with this attorney. By end of Aug 2020, it was discharged. It is Oct 2021 and I am still dealing with the absolute mess made by this attorney due to his omission of extremely important information, incorrect answers when specifically asked and for all of his “don’t worry, it will be ok” speak. I sat in his office face to face as well as exchanged emails with him. Best part? He then denied answers he put in writing via email to me, and when brought to his attention, we went completely ignored and were not able to obtain a consent from him in writing so that we would be able to start dealing with certain creditors to clean up his mess. Buyer beware.
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07 Dec, 2020 by Rachel
I called Brian Juran’s office because my counselor had had both an excellent firsthand experience and her clients who had called on Brian for his services had experienced the same. His staff are helpful, friendly, professional and knowledgeable; all of them have been available throughout the process to help me every step of the way. This being one of the most challenging emotional experiences of my life, it’s very calming to know and feel that I have a knowledgeable, experienced, successful litigator on my side who is 100% supportive, friendly, thorough and kind.
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05 May, 2019 by P & c
The first time we walked into Brian`s office we were very nervous. Our credit card debt was through the roof. Brian not only calmed our fears but he also did exactly what he said he would do. Brian and his staff are wonderful. We will recommend him to anyone in need of his services.
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15 May, 2024 by Sean
Robert was referred to us by our amazing realtor Erin McCarthy. Robert was fantastic as well as his secretary Hope. Hope is the real star of the show getting all the behind the scenes done and made simple for a home buyer. Robert walked me through the entire process before it began and it was a walk in the park. Come closing day everything was all set up and he walked through every document I signed and every check I filled out. If you want to take a stressful process and eliminate some of that stress I highly recommend Robert and Hope. Combined with the rest of the team they are the reason I am know a home owner. Thank you so much for all the help and patience!!!!!!
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29 Mar, 2024 by Corrin thomas
Phenomenal service. Very responsive, knowledgeable and communicative. Thoroughly enjoyed working with Robert on the purchase of my home. Worth noting - I am a realtor, and have worked with MANY attorneys… their work was above and beyond. Very happy!
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04 Feb, 2024 by Robert taylor
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15 May, 2024 by Sean
Robert was referred to us by our amazing realtor Erin McCarthy. Robert was fantastic as well as his secretary Hope. Hope is the real star of the show getting all the behind the scenes done and made simple for a home buyer. Robert walked me through the entire process before it began and it was a walk in the park. Come closing day everything was all set up and he walked through every document I signed and every check I filled out. If you want to take a stressful process and eliminate some of that stress I highly recommend Robert and Hope. Combined with the rest of the team they are the reason I am know a home owner. Thank you so much for all the help and patience!!!!!!
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29 Mar, 2024 by Corrin thomas
Phenomenal service. Very responsive, knowledgeable and communicative. Thoroughly enjoyed working with Robert on the purchase of my home. Worth noting - I am a realtor, and have worked with MANY attorneys… their work was above and beyond. Very happy!
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04 Feb, 2024 by Robert taylor
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17 Jul, 2024 by Amy dunne
Micheal graff is a bad person would not use him.
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Micheal graff is a bad person would not use him.
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