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21 Apr, 2021 by Cheryl
Steve took my personal injury case. I never thought I could, nor would compliment any attorney. However, Steve is an honest, kind, caring and very professional attorney. He promptly answers every call. He is very genuine with his responses. His detailed ability helps to see satisfactory results. Look no further for a personal injury attorney. Steve will not disappoint.
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31 Mar, 2016 by Caren
Steve took on my personal injury case and was successful in getting me, what I feel was, a fair settlement. I also believe he went the extra mile in working with our insurance company and medical providers. Steve made it clear that the most important aspect of my case was my personal health and welfare, everything else was secondary.
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28 Jul, 2014 by Anonymous
I’m writing to highly endorse attorney Steve Knapp for you or your loved ones who may be seriously injured or killed by the acts of another person. Steve spent 3 ½ years helping me through a very stressful and difficult process of settling my serious and permanent injury claims with the State Department of Transportation and its contractor after I crashed my motorcycle in a construction zone one night on I-5. I’m very lucky that Steve got involved in my case early on. Steve immediately began gathering evidence to support my claim that the onramp had been left in a negligent condition which caused me to crash that night. Steve kept telling me that the facts of my case were like “spokes in a wheel” and his goal was to build me a wheel full of spokes, which he did do. The State and its contractor denied any responsibility to me for more than three years after my accident. They claimed the accident was entirely my fault or someone else’s fault other than theirs. But Steve was relentless and left no stone unturned in working up my case. He went to the DOT archives and found great records for my case; he investigated the accident scene; and he located and met with several witnesses and got written statements from them in support of my case. I was able to sit in on a few depositions of witnesses, and watching Steve was great. He was very prepared for each one, and he seemed to almost know what each witness would say, even before they said it. He was able to use the witnesses testimony to build lots of spokes in my wheel. Steve used to do defense work and he knows how the defense looks at a case, which I think gives him an edge because he can anticipate where the defense witnesses will attack his clients’ cases and he can prepare for it. Steve had me fully prepared for my own deposition by the defense attorney and for my examination by the defense doctor. Steve finally overwhelmed the DOT and its contractor with evidence that their negligence caused my accident, and we were ultimately able to reach a settlement of very high six figures. Steve is a down to earth kind of guy who is very easy to talk to. He kept in regular contact with me so I always knew what was going on with my case. I’m extremely happy with the work Steve did for me on my case and I give him my highest recommendation to anyone who has been seriously hurt or even killed by someone else’s negligence. J.
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29 Jan, 2025 by Anonymous
Christopher did an amazing job negotiating and working with the other side and brought this to a very satisfactory conclusion and I highly recommend his representation!
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31 Dec, 2024 by Anonymous
Chris is a guy you want in your corner. Calm, knowledgeable and professional. Chris and the team at DUI Heroes kept me informed through a long process and always gave it to me on the level. Chris doggedly pursued a favorable outcome over a period of almost three years. I am the type to plan for the worst and hope for the best and frankly, Chris was able to reach an agreement better than I could have ever hoped for. From my family to yours, I thank you so much and wish you the very best.
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29 Oct, 2024 by Anonymous
I hired DUI Heroes after a truly bizarre case where Lynnwood PD arrested me after I called 911 for assistance. After being followed into the parking lot of my destination and blocked in by another driver with an apparent case of road rage, the police chose to harass me instead of offer any type of assistance. Without reason, they asked me to provide a BAT and I refused since it was unjustified. I was unfortunately unaware of the WA implied consent law and the kangaroo court system that our DOL operates. The whole firm was very professional and made sure that I was kept informed throughout the process, which lasted about four months and resulted in the criminal charges being completely dismissed. I really liked how each attorney in this firm worked on my case, providing me with the benefits of all of their collective strengths vs just having one attorney. Chris was my primary point of contact and let me know up front that full dismissals are rare, so while I was hoping for my charges to be dismissed I was not expecting it. I appreciate that he was calm, kind, and very straight with me throughout the process. He definitely made my day (year!) when he called me the evening before my hearing to let me know the Prosecutor had dismissed my case. I believe it was beneficial to have local representation from Snohomish/Lynnwood since that is where my case was (rather than a firm from Seattle or Bellevue) because the attorneys and judges see each other every week and are more familiar. I unfortunately still had my license suspended for one year, but compared to what could have been I'm relieved and happy with the result. Thank you Chris, Jonathan, Rachel, Kaia!
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11 Sep, 2020 by Stanley
Jensen was instrumental in helping us break up a log jam with regards to an insurance claim. There were multiple parties involved: our insurance, the HOA, the HOA's insurance, and a few others. Opposing lawyers wanted to litigate, others were incompetent and Jensen expertly navigated them all.
Highly recommend him for his knowledge, efficiency, and the ability to guide/ coach us through our interactions. Will absolutely work with Jensen for any legal needs in the future.
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06 Jan, 2016 by Anonymous
Mr. Mauseth provided excellent guidance for establishing my LLC. In particular, Mr. Mauseth provided clear, concise and comprehensive steps to successfully clear all the state and regulatory hurdles and advice on where to establish the place of business. I would definitely work with Mr. Mauseth again.
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19 Aug, 2015 by Sam
Jensen helped me defeat a twisted federal civil suit involving two other defendants. He showed an excellent knowledge of the court, planned very well, and negotiated hard to get a dismissal. I was also impressed at how good he was at keeping me informed and explaining my options at each step.
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09 Aug, 2023 by Anonymous
I had a very great experience working with Stan, he is a professional, his patience, expertise, understanding and humility was above and beyond! He is highly communicative he addressed all questions and concerns i had and kept me informed every step of the way, his support and follow up on my case played a huge role in keeping me from stress! I would recommend Stan to anyone in need of an immigration lawyer he is the best!!
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23 Nov, 2022 by Anonymous
He was very accommodating. Regularly notifies us with our case's status. He has done a great job working with us. Thank you Atty. Stan!
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20 Nov, 2022 by Anonymous
He always updates us regarding the status of our case. He is very accommodating to our requests and he is great to work with.
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07 Oct, 2014 by Takumi
Ms. Angels drafted our company's non compete agreements and nondisclosure agreements for employment and clients. Thanks to her hard work, she helped us greatly in our company's expansion process. She was professional, thorough, and detailed, as well as communicative. She always responded to information requests in 24 hours.
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26 Aug, 2014 by Ashley
Oceania provided quick, responsive legal assistance to our non-profit. She helped draft clearer, more concrete rules for our housing program and answered specific questions relating to the Washington State Landlord-Tenant Act. She helped us ensure that we were obeying all applicable laws.
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22 Aug, 2014 by Susan
Oceania helped my non-profit with an important administrative law issue on a pro-bono basis. She not only helped us through the issue, but was responsive and timely in communicating with us and helped us understand the problem from a legal standpoint. I would definitely recommend Oceania to anyone needing legal assistance.
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03 Oct, 2016 by Laurie
Any attorney can provide you with paperwork. What you really want is a solution. I’ve gotten great results working with Fara Daun.
In one case, I encountered an unforeseen deal-breaker in a real estate transaction. Where others predicted a lengthy and costly court action, Ms. Daun finessed a solution through shrewd diplomacy; she obtained the necessary agreements within a week and all parties walked away happy.
Based on this and other interactions with her, I had total confidence bringing entity formation work to her when I launched my company. Later, when an attractive acquisition opportunity presented itself she was able to provide crucial guidance that enabled my business to pounce on it.
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13 Aug, 2016 by Anonymous
After discovering that the court had made an error in my original divorce papers, I sought out Fara Daun's help in resolving the matter so that I could move forward with my life.
She was able to clear the situation up for me, and proved an invaluable representative, as I had moved out of state, and was unable to attend court locally to rectify the situation.
She handled the details in a quick and simple manner and achieved the resolution I needed.
I would highly recommend her to anyone who is seeking expert legal council.
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26 Jul, 2016 by Brion
Fara has been working on some movie contracts for a feature film I produced and directed. She has done extensive research into the various contracts and has made them airtight as possible by questioning what I had promised to cast and crew and having me provide some of the informal agreements I had signed.
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10 Jul, 2021 by Anonymous
She helped me understand and eventually resolve a complicated legal issue. She was available to talk about issue when I needed her. She gave great advice and was able to help to resolve the situation by working with the opposing attorney to draft and finalize an interim order.
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17 Jul, 2009 by Anonymous
I'm glad to have Krystal in my corner when needed. I am was very impressed with her knowledge, her abilities and her willingness to do all that she could for me and my situation.
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26 Aug, 2008 by Anonymous
Krystal helped me and my family during a very rough time. Her mediation skills and knowledge of the law were phenomenal. She made us feel as if we were her only clients. She has a heart, which is often times hard to find in the law. She was also very affordable…we will definitely use her again should we need a lawyer.
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28 Sep, 2024 by Eric
I have never been in an actual courtroom or law office with this brilliant young attorney, but I was a classmate of hers in undergrad at Emory University in Atlanta, so I will still put in my two cents. Julia is kind, sweet, verbal, and articulate. She really knows her stuff. Most pre-law students do Political Science as an undergrad major, but her unique background of Middle Eastern Studies and Linguistics gives her SIGNIFICANT advantages both inside and outside of the courtroom. She always makes time for her family too and leads a well-balanced life. She is both intelligent and well-educated, but humble at the same time. Go Julia Delaney!!!
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15 Feb, 2021 by Reza delkhah
Julia has always been special in everything and i learned alot from her. She has a talent for fixing complex issues which is demanding and challenging for regular attorneys.
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25 Nov, 2013 by Brett
John is by far the best defensive lawyer with excellent rates and knowledge. If you have been convicted of a crime, call John first! I have tried several other lawyers in the past and feel confident with john knowing he really does care and is well respected in the WA State Court systems...
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31 Aug, 2011 by Sharil
I doubt you can do much better than John. He was brought in as additional counsel on my DUI case to excellent effect. My case, which was fairly grim at the outset, was dimissed today under Mr. Rodabaugh's defense. Not only does he have the inside track from his years as a prosecutor, he also demonstrates keen attention to detail, sharp instincts and fearlessness in the courtroom. I am deeply grateful to him for preserving my freedoms, and for being sincere and approachable.
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23 Sep, 2015 by Anonymous
I hired Mr. Woldseth to help me with a collection notice for an old account that had been closed. He did an excellent job. He was knowledgeable and effective. He explained my options in language I could understand, gave his professional advise which proved accurate, yet allowed me to make my own decision. He negotiated firmly on my behalf and resolved the matter to my satisfaction. Mr. Woldseth is professional and personable, easy to work with and has great communication skills. I rate Mr. Woldseth 5 stars, excellent, for the work he did.
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06 Jul, 2017 by Larry
I spent years trying to get a modification, then hired Mr. Deal. After working with the lender, submitting all kinda of documents, the modification came through.
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09 Mar, 2015 by Anonymous
Doug is an excellent business lawyer. I saw another review and cannot imagine what motivated that. He has handled all of our legal affairs for over 20 years and has done an excellent job. I'll answer anonymity with the same, but I am not Doug.
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10 Mar, 2018 by Zach gilmor
Heather at HLP was extremely helpful navigating me through my first "legal experience" experience last year, turning what could have been a huge headache into a painless experience. She was persistent and assertive, while also being courteous and very professional towards the other party involved. Thank you Heather!
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19 Jan, 2018 by W
HLP Legal helped us with our landlord unlawfully keeping our entire safety deposit. Heather was amazing. She was persistent and it paid off. We got 100% back and avoided a messy court date. Thank you! I highly recommend this firm. Very professional, very committed.
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17 Dec, 2024 by Sanad olwan
*The Best immigration lawyer ever *
I am profoundly grateful to my lawyer BRANDON and his exceptional team for their unwavering support during my immigration case. They listened intently, showed genuine care, and fought tirelessly against seemingly impossible circumstances to bring my wife to the United States. His steadfast belief in my situation was pivotal in overcoming the toughest challenges. Not only is he a powerhouse in immigration law, but he also has a heartfelt commitment to his clients. Their relentless dedication and expertise made an enormous difference during this challenging time. I wholeheartedly recommend him as one of the finest immigration lawyers in the field! Thank you for everything!
Me and my family cannot find Enough words to say ( THANK YOU ) 🙏🙏🙏🙏💙
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22 Oct, 2024 by Maram hammadi
Brandon my lawyer he is really good he helped me a lot. Thank you so much
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19 Sep, 2024 by Kara mattsen
I consulted with Brent Bowden. I’d hire him every day of the week if he worked in my area.
Still, he helped me more in a consult than any other attorney I’ve worked with and too much money spent to count, unfortunately.
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17 Dec, 2024 by Sanad olwan
*The Best immigration lawyer ever *
I am profoundly grateful to my lawyer BRANDON and his exceptional team for their unwavering support during my immigration case. They listened intently, showed genuine care, and fought tirelessly against seemingly impossible circumstances to bring my wife to the United States. His steadfast belief in my situation was pivotal in overcoming the toughest challenges. Not only is he a powerhouse in immigration law, but he also has a heartfelt commitment to his clients. Their relentless dedication and expertise made an enormous difference during this challenging time. I wholeheartedly recommend him as one of the finest immigration lawyers in the field! Thank you for everything!
Me and my family cannot find Enough words to say ( THANK YOU ) 🙏🙏🙏🙏💙
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22 Oct, 2024 by Maram hammadi
Brandon my lawyer he is really good he helped me a lot. Thank you so much
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19 Sep, 2024 by Kara mattsen
I consulted with Brent Bowden. I’d hire him every day of the week if he worked in my area.
Still, he helped me more in a consult than any other attorney I’ve worked with and too much money spent to count, unfortunately.
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25 Aug, 2021 by Anonymous
Kim helped me through a dark time in my life. She was always kind, polite, and professional towards me. I could always count on her to answer my questions in a timely manner. If you ever need someone you know has your back, go with Kim.
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10 Jan, 2019 by Anonymous
I called Kimberly about a misdemeanor on my record. She looked up my case and explained everything that was going on with it. She cleared up a lot of questions and I was no longer confused about where in the legal process I was at. Furthermore, she gave me hope for the future.
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07 Sep, 2016 by Anthony
I highly recommend Kim McAvoy. I came to her with a 4th degree domestic violence conviction and my firearms rights restricted. Being a USMC veteran (and a hunter), this was very disheartening to me. Kim knew exactly how to navigate the legal hurdles to get the conviction vacated and ultimately have my firearms rights completely restored. If you are facing a similar situation, you want her in your corner. I highly recommend Kim McAvoy and McAvoy Law. I could not have done it without her and I can't thank her enough!
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11 Nov, 2023 by George
In the craziest 8.5 years of my life while battling my case it finally ended in my favor. Honestly at times I was nervous, unsure , stressed, depressed, and probably the biggest pain in the a.. to jim and the paralegals. All in all they stood by me and
helped me get my claim closed and now I have a chance to start my life over and hopefully heal as my injurys are permanent but im alive and I can't say thank you enough and would deffinately refer him to anyone.
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29 Sep, 2023 by Erin
I hired Jim after my second neck injury on the job, as I was no longer able to work. I have wanted to throw in the towel more times than I can count, but with the support of Jim and his staff I was able to stay the course to a more than satisfactory settlement. I'm forever grateful for the knowledge, professionalism and perseverance on Jim's part. I could not have done this without him. He's a great attorney and just a really good person. I highly recommend Jim and his law firm to anyone fighting for their livelihood and personal rights!!
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29 Sep, 2023 by Danny
James Walsh has been an excellent lawyer for has met all of my expectations.
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20 Mar, 2024 by Shawn martinez
I was represented greatly and my attorney negotiated a very fair & reasonable resolution.
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27 Feb, 2024 by Brandi scollard
20 Nov, 2023 by Maya kabore
Front desk lady is a pain and quite rude. You can leave as many voicemails as you want & you better hope they return your call. Bruce was my attorney and without any reason or cause appointed me to another attorney. Quite frankly he is very egotistical. While I was in court he was getting frustrated at the judge and had the audacity to laugh at her when she opposed his opinion. I was embarrassed and ashamed to have him represent me. DO NOT HAVE THEM REPRESENT YOU!!!!. You’re better off finding another public defender. They are just a bunch of over worked under pained attorneys. If the front desk lady doesn’t seem to like working there imagine how the attorneys feel.
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11 Jul, 2021 by Ashley dawn
Going bankrupt is a little unnerving when you have no idea what you're getting yourself into. Larry was informative, direct, and fair throughout the entire process. I would recommend Larry to anyone going through this process, he's a good guy and really does want to help people.
Thank you to Larry Blue and his staff, you guys are great!
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13 May, 2021 by Anonymous
He did our chapter 7 now 8 years later i needed the paperwork from that and he wants 79$ to give me a download of the paperwork. I can get it for 10 cents a page through the court. I already paid him for the bankruptcy and I'm not trying to get fleeced. This is not a 791 page download. Not cool man. Not cool. UPDATE Mr. Blue just text me at 930pm to chastise me for my review. Harassing ex clients because they tell the truth about your practices is very unprofessional. He states that it costs 75$ to download the records yet I was able to easily get them for free from the court. He also stated that there were copy charges yet it was only a download. We would not be recieving any physical paperwork. I have screenshots of his childish messages and proof that it's free through the court. You can be mad all day and all night Mr
Blue. If you'd told me up front that you'd charge such a large fee I would have saved us both time and declined. When I messaged you inquiring about my need you never mentioned any fees. I wrongly assumed you'd have similar fees as the county clerk. Which is 10 cent per page after you hit a certain amount free plus possibly shipping for physical copies. Yet messaging me over a review that is factual is unprofessional especially since I was polite to you. I simply disagree with people trying to make huge profits from people especially right now during a pandemic. This was less than 30 pages. So it was free. Even if we'd been charged the .10 cents for say 30 pages it would be 3$ not almost 80$. Please do not harass me any further.
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11 Apr, 2018 by Pam from west seattle
Larry made what could be a very depressing and confusing process simple and free from guilt. I would hire him again in a second and recommend him to my closest friend. Also, his rates were better than most bankruptcy lawyers. He has a great assistant who can help you when you cannot reach him.
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11 Dec, 2024 by David burnett
An extreme pleasure to work with. Very on-the-ball and efficient. Made me feel comfortable throughout the entire process and communicated actively and effectively. Highly recommended.
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25 Nov, 2024 by D. rodriguez
CliffsNotes Review: Hire this firm if you can!
Where does one even begin when trying to give thanks to a team that has helped during such an emotional, stressful, and difficult time? The lawyers and staff at The Law Offices of Lance Fryrear have been such a blessing. After the police were called and an arrest was made, it felt like my life was over. I felt so powerless during those initial days where the court process and legal battles seemed beyond hope. I am not sure how I would have made (and continue to be making it) through this legal process without Lance and his team. Everytime I called with a worry or concern, Rachel and Shannon would answer the phone, listen attentively and provide encouragement. They never made me feel like a burden or annoyance (even when I felt I was because of all the anxiety). Lance and Colleen worked to support me through a Civil PO that was filed in addition to my pre-charge criminal defense needs. Colleen went above and beyond, helping me reach out for my personal items, providing comfort and support, and always making me feel like a priority. Lance not only brought so much legal knowledge and experience (check out his Youtube), but his ability to understand the process and speak to the emotional side really was a game changer. Before agreeing to help with the Civil PO, he listened attentively to the situation. Lance and his team agreed to help me with the criminal defense matter, but only wanted to commit to helping with the Civil PO, if there was something they could actually do in my situation to help. His firm is not interested in saying “yes” to everything to get a paycheck. They actually care about YOU and YOUR SPECIFIC case. He felt based on my circumstances, that although filing a written response might not be wise in my case, there could be other avenues to explore, and thus agreed to help with that legal matter. If you work with Lance and his team, it is worth every penny. Make sure to listen to his advice! You, like me, will likely have to fight the urge to want things resolved yesterday. Fight the urge to want to act out of frustration from not having your side heard by the justice system. Fight the urge to think that your ideas and timing are right and that slow justice is not justice. Time is your friend in many of these cases. I worked to trust Lance and his team with this, groaning in my mind about the long lengths between court dates, but in the end he and his team were right. Time can change people and circumstances. The Civil PO was dismissed!
For my pre-charge criminal defense, my lawyer Elisabeth also worked tirelessly to support me by answering questions, reviewing documents, and helping me with ancillary issues related to my case. She always made time for me and I felt heard and cared for by her. This is a quality not all law firms have, but it ended up being so important to me, so do not overlook it if it is important to you.
It is so valuable to work with lawyers and staff who are empathetic and patient since a lot of the struggle is trusting that your team really cares about you and your case. If you want a law team that will not only work to get you successful legal outcomes to your case, but also will help you make sense of things and respond to your emotions with care, I can not recommend the lawyers and staff at The LawOffice of Lance Fryrear enough.
I have had such amazing results, and have felt as supported as possible throughout this process, which would not have been possible without my legal team. Thank you Lance, Elisabeth, Colleen, Rachel, Shannon, and the other amazing lawyers and staff who work to give people accused of crimes a second chance at life. Your work and effort really does make a difference!
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22 Nov, 2024 by Jay davidson
11 Dec, 2024 by David burnett
An extreme pleasure to work with. Very on-the-ball and efficient. Made me feel comfortable throughout the entire process and communicated actively and effectively. Highly recommended.
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25 Nov, 2024 by D. rodriguez
CliffsNotes Review: Hire this firm if you can!
Where does one even begin when trying to give thanks to a team that has helped during such an emotional, stressful, and difficult time? The lawyers and staff at The Law Offices of Lance Fryrear have been such a blessing. After the police were called and an arrest was made, it felt like my life was over. I felt so powerless during those initial days where the court process and legal battles seemed beyond hope. I am not sure how I would have made (and continue to be making it) through this legal process without Lance and his team. Everytime I called with a worry or concern, Rachel and Shannon would answer the phone, listen attentively and provide encouragement. They never made me feel like a burden or annoyance (even when I felt I was because of all the anxiety). Lance and Colleen worked to support me through a Civil PO that was filed in addition to my pre-charge criminal defense needs. Colleen went above and beyond, helping me reach out for my personal items, providing comfort and support, and always making me feel like a priority. Lance not only brought so much legal knowledge and experience (check out his Youtube), but his ability to understand the process and speak to the emotional side really was a game changer. Before agreeing to help with the Civil PO, he listened attentively to the situation. Lance and his team agreed to help me with the criminal defense matter, but only wanted to commit to helping with the Civil PO, if there was something they could actually do in my situation to help. His firm is not interested in saying “yes” to everything to get a paycheck. They actually care about YOU and YOUR SPECIFIC case. He felt based on my circumstances, that although filing a written response might not be wise in my case, there could be other avenues to explore, and thus agreed to help with that legal matter. If you work with Lance and his team, it is worth every penny. Make sure to listen to his advice! You, like me, will likely have to fight the urge to want things resolved yesterday. Fight the urge to want to act out of frustration from not having your side heard by the justice system. Fight the urge to think that your ideas and timing are right and that slow justice is not justice. Time is your friend in many of these cases. I worked to trust Lance and his team with this, groaning in my mind about the long lengths between court dates, but in the end he and his team were right. Time can change people and circumstances. The Civil PO was dismissed!
For my pre-charge criminal defense, my lawyer Elisabeth also worked tirelessly to support me by answering questions, reviewing documents, and helping me with ancillary issues related to my case. She always made time for me and I felt heard and cared for by her. This is a quality not all law firms have, but it ended up being so important to me, so do not overlook it if it is important to you.
It is so valuable to work with lawyers and staff who are empathetic and patient since a lot of the struggle is trusting that your team really cares about you and your case. If you want a law team that will not only work to get you successful legal outcomes to your case, but also will help you make sense of things and respond to your emotions with care, I can not recommend the lawyers and staff at The LawOffice of Lance Fryrear enough.
I have had such amazing results, and have felt as supported as possible throughout this process, which would not have been possible without my legal team. Thank you Lance, Elisabeth, Colleen, Rachel, Shannon, and the other amazing lawyers and staff who work to give people accused of crimes a second chance at life. Your work and effort really does make a difference!
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22 Nov, 2024 by Jay davidson
11 Dec, 2024 by David burnett
An extreme pleasure to work with. Very on-the-ball and efficient. Made me feel comfortable throughout the entire process and communicated actively and effectively. Highly recommended.
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25 Nov, 2024 by D. rodriguez
CliffsNotes Review: Hire this firm if you can!
Where does one even begin when trying to give thanks to a team that has helped during such an emotional, stressful, and difficult time? The lawyers and staff at The Law Offices of Lance Fryrear have been such a blessing. After the police were called and an arrest was made, it felt like my life was over. I felt so powerless during those initial days where the court process and legal battles seemed beyond hope. I am not sure how I would have made (and continue to be making it) through this legal process without Lance and his team. Everytime I called with a worry or concern, Rachel and Shannon would answer the phone, listen attentively and provide encouragement. They never made me feel like a burden or annoyance (even when I felt I was because of all the anxiety). Lance and Colleen worked to support me through a Civil PO that was filed in addition to my pre-charge criminal defense needs. Colleen went above and beyond, helping me reach out for my personal items, providing comfort and support, and always making me feel like a priority. Lance not only brought so much legal knowledge and experience (check out his Youtube), but his ability to understand the process and speak to the emotional side really was a game changer. Before agreeing to help with the Civil PO, he listened attentively to the situation. Lance and his team agreed to help me with the criminal defense matter, but only wanted to commit to helping with the Civil PO, if there was something they could actually do in my situation to help. His firm is not interested in saying “yes” to everything to get a paycheck. They actually care about YOU and YOUR SPECIFIC case. He felt based on my circumstances, that although filing a written response might not be wise in my case, there could be other avenues to explore, and thus agreed to help with that legal matter. If you work with Lance and his team, it is worth every penny. Make sure to listen to his advice! You, like me, will likely have to fight the urge to want things resolved yesterday. Fight the urge to want to act out of frustration from not having your side heard by the justice system. Fight the urge to think that your ideas and timing are right and that slow justice is not justice. Time is your friend in many of these cases. I worked to trust Lance and his team with this, groaning in my mind about the long lengths between court dates, but in the end he and his team were right. Time can change people and circumstances. The Civil PO was dismissed!
For my pre-charge criminal defense, my lawyer Elisabeth also worked tirelessly to support me by answering questions, reviewing documents, and helping me with ancillary issues related to my case. She always made time for me and I felt heard and cared for by her. This is a quality not all law firms have, but it ended up being so important to me, so do not overlook it if it is important to you.
It is so valuable to work with lawyers and staff who are empathetic and patient since a lot of the struggle is trusting that your team really cares about you and your case. If you want a law team that will not only work to get you successful legal outcomes to your case, but also will help you make sense of things and respond to your emotions with care, I can not recommend the lawyers and staff at The LawOffice of Lance Fryrear enough.
I have had such amazing results, and have felt as supported as possible throughout this process, which would not have been possible without my legal team. Thank you Lance, Elisabeth, Colleen, Rachel, Shannon, and the other amazing lawyers and staff who work to give people accused of crimes a second chance at life. Your work and effort really does make a difference!
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22 Nov, 2024 by Jay davidson
11 Dec, 2024 by David burnett
An extreme pleasure to work with. Very on-the-ball and efficient. Made me feel comfortable throughout the entire process and communicated actively and effectively. Highly recommended.
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25 Nov, 2024 by D. rodriguez
CliffsNotes Review: Hire this firm if you can!
Where does one even begin when trying to give thanks to a team that has helped during such an emotional, stressful, and difficult time? The lawyers and staff at The Law Offices of Lance Fryrear have been such a blessing. After the police were called and an arrest was made, it felt like my life was over. I felt so powerless during those initial days where the court process and legal battles seemed beyond hope. I am not sure how I would have made (and continue to be making it) through this legal process without Lance and his team. Everytime I called with a worry or concern, Rachel and Shannon would answer the phone, listen attentively and provide encouragement. They never made me feel like a burden or annoyance (even when I felt I was because of all the anxiety). Lance and Colleen worked to support me through a Civil PO that was filed in addition to my pre-charge criminal defense needs. Colleen went above and beyond, helping me reach out for my personal items, providing comfort and support, and always making me feel like a priority. Lance not only brought so much legal knowledge and experience (check out his Youtube), but his ability to understand the process and speak to the emotional side really was a game changer. Before agreeing to help with the Civil PO, he listened attentively to the situation. Lance and his team agreed to help me with the criminal defense matter, but only wanted to commit to helping with the Civil PO, if there was something they could actually do in my situation to help. His firm is not interested in saying “yes” to everything to get a paycheck. They actually care about YOU and YOUR SPECIFIC case. He felt based on my circumstances, that although filing a written response might not be wise in my case, there could be other avenues to explore, and thus agreed to help with that legal matter. If you work with Lance and his team, it is worth every penny. Make sure to listen to his advice! You, like me, will likely have to fight the urge to want things resolved yesterday. Fight the urge to want to act out of frustration from not having your side heard by the justice system. Fight the urge to think that your ideas and timing are right and that slow justice is not justice. Time is your friend in many of these cases. I worked to trust Lance and his team with this, groaning in my mind about the long lengths between court dates, but in the end he and his team were right. Time can change people and circumstances. The Civil PO was dismissed!
For my pre-charge criminal defense, my lawyer Elisabeth also worked tirelessly to support me by answering questions, reviewing documents, and helping me with ancillary issues related to my case. She always made time for me and I felt heard and cared for by her. This is a quality not all law firms have, but it ended up being so important to me, so do not overlook it if it is important to you.
It is so valuable to work with lawyers and staff who are empathetic and patient since a lot of the struggle is trusting that your team really cares about you and your case. If you want a law team that will not only work to get you successful legal outcomes to your case, but also will help you make sense of things and respond to your emotions with care, I can not recommend the lawyers and staff at The LawOffice of Lance Fryrear enough.
I have had such amazing results, and have felt as supported as possible throughout this process, which would not have been possible without my legal team. Thank you Lance, Elisabeth, Colleen, Rachel, Shannon, and the other amazing lawyers and staff who work to give people accused of crimes a second chance at life. Your work and effort really does make a difference!
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22 Nov, 2024 by Jay davidson
11 Dec, 2024 by David burnett
An extreme pleasure to work with. Very on-the-ball and efficient. Made me feel comfortable throughout the entire process and communicated actively and effectively. Highly recommended.
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25 Nov, 2024 by D. rodriguez
CliffsNotes Review: Hire this firm if you can!
Where does one even begin when trying to give thanks to a team that has helped during such an emotional, stressful, and difficult time? The lawyers and staff at The Law Offices of Lance Fryrear have been such a blessing. After the police were called and an arrest was made, it felt like my life was over. I felt so powerless during those initial days where the court process and legal battles seemed beyond hope. I am not sure how I would have made (and continue to be making it) through this legal process without Lance and his team. Everytime I called with a worry or concern, Rachel and Shannon would answer the phone, listen attentively and provide encouragement. They never made me feel like a burden or annoyance (even when I felt I was because of all the anxiety). Lance and Colleen worked to support me through a Civil PO that was filed in addition to my pre-charge criminal defense needs. Colleen went above and beyond, helping me reach out for my personal items, providing comfort and support, and always making me feel like a priority. Lance not only brought so much legal knowledge and experience (check out his Youtube), but his ability to understand the process and speak to the emotional side really was a game changer. Before agreeing to help with the Civil PO, he listened attentively to the situation. Lance and his team agreed to help me with the criminal defense matter, but only wanted to commit to helping with the Civil PO, if there was something they could actually do in my situation to help. His firm is not interested in saying “yes” to everything to get a paycheck. They actually care about YOU and YOUR SPECIFIC case. He felt based on my circumstances, that although filing a written response might not be wise in my case, there could be other avenues to explore, and thus agreed to help with that legal matter. If you work with Lance and his team, it is worth every penny. Make sure to listen to his advice! You, like me, will likely have to fight the urge to want things resolved yesterday. Fight the urge to want to act out of frustration from not having your side heard by the justice system. Fight the urge to think that your ideas and timing are right and that slow justice is not justice. Time is your friend in many of these cases. I worked to trust Lance and his team with this, groaning in my mind about the long lengths between court dates, but in the end he and his team were right. Time can change people and circumstances. The Civil PO was dismissed!
For my pre-charge criminal defense, my lawyer Elisabeth also worked tirelessly to support me by answering questions, reviewing documents, and helping me with ancillary issues related to my case. She always made time for me and I felt heard and cared for by her. This is a quality not all law firms have, but it ended up being so important to me, so do not overlook it if it is important to you.
It is so valuable to work with lawyers and staff who are empathetic and patient since a lot of the struggle is trusting that your team really cares about you and your case. If you want a law team that will not only work to get you successful legal outcomes to your case, but also will help you make sense of things and respond to your emotions with care, I can not recommend the lawyers and staff at The LawOffice of Lance Fryrear enough.
I have had such amazing results, and have felt as supported as possible throughout this process, which would not have been possible without my legal team. Thank you Lance, Elisabeth, Colleen, Rachel, Shannon, and the other amazing lawyers and staff who work to give people accused of crimes a second chance at life. Your work and effort really does make a difference!
Read more
22 Nov, 2024 by Jay davidson
11 Dec, 2024 by David burnett
An extreme pleasure to work with. Very on-the-ball and efficient. Made me feel comfortable throughout the entire process and communicated actively and effectively. Highly recommended.
Read more
25 Nov, 2024 by D. rodriguez
CliffsNotes Review: Hire this firm if you can!
Where does one even begin when trying to give thanks to a team that has helped during such an emotional, stressful, and difficult time? The lawyers and staff at The Law Offices of Lance Fryrear have been such a blessing. After the police were called and an arrest was made, it felt like my life was over. I felt so powerless during those initial days where the court process and legal battles seemed beyond hope. I am not sure how I would have made (and continue to be making it) through this legal process without Lance and his team. Everytime I called with a worry or concern, Rachel and Shannon would answer the phone, listen attentively and provide encouragement. They never made me feel like a burden or annoyance (even when I felt I was because of all the anxiety). Lance and Colleen worked to support me through a Civil PO that was filed in addition to my pre-charge criminal defense needs. Colleen went above and beyond, helping me reach out for my personal items, providing comfort and support, and always making me feel like a priority. Lance not only brought so much legal knowledge and experience (check out his Youtube), but his ability to understand the process and speak to the emotional side really was a game changer. Before agreeing to help with the Civil PO, he listened attentively to the situation. Lance and his team agreed to help me with the criminal defense matter, but only wanted to commit to helping with the Civil PO, if there was something they could actually do in my situation to help. His firm is not interested in saying “yes” to everything to get a paycheck. They actually care about YOU and YOUR SPECIFIC case. He felt based on my circumstances, that although filing a written response might not be wise in my case, there could be other avenues to explore, and thus agreed to help with that legal matter. If you work with Lance and his team, it is worth every penny. Make sure to listen to his advice! You, like me, will likely have to fight the urge to want things resolved yesterday. Fight the urge to want to act out of frustration from not having your side heard by the justice system. Fight the urge to think that your ideas and timing are right and that slow justice is not justice. Time is your friend in many of these cases. I worked to trust Lance and his team with this, groaning in my mind about the long lengths between court dates, but in the end he and his team were right. Time can change people and circumstances. The Civil PO was dismissed!
For my pre-charge criminal defense, my lawyer Elisabeth also worked tirelessly to support me by answering questions, reviewing documents, and helping me with ancillary issues related to my case. She always made time for me and I felt heard and cared for by her. This is a quality not all law firms have, but it ended up being so important to me, so do not overlook it if it is important to you.
It is so valuable to work with lawyers and staff who are empathetic and patient since a lot of the struggle is trusting that your team really cares about you and your case. If you want a law team that will not only work to get you successful legal outcomes to your case, but also will help you make sense of things and respond to your emotions with care, I can not recommend the lawyers and staff at The LawOffice of Lance Fryrear enough.
I have had such amazing results, and have felt as supported as possible throughout this process, which would not have been possible without my legal team. Thank you Lance, Elisabeth, Colleen, Rachel, Shannon, and the other amazing lawyers and staff who work to give people accused of crimes a second chance at life. Your work and effort really does make a difference!
Read more
22 Nov, 2024 by Jay davidson
11 Dec, 2024 by David burnett
An extreme pleasure to work with. Very on-the-ball and efficient. Made me feel comfortable throughout the entire process and communicated actively and effectively. Highly recommended.
Read more
25 Nov, 2024 by D. rodriguez
CliffsNotes Review: Hire this firm if you can!
Where does one even begin when trying to give thanks to a team that has helped during such an emotional, stressful, and difficult time? The lawyers and staff at The Law Offices of Lance Fryrear have been such a blessing. After the police were called and an arrest was made, it felt like my life was over. I felt so powerless during those initial days where the court process and legal battles seemed beyond hope. I am not sure how I would have made (and continue to be making it) through this legal process without Lance and his team. Everytime I called with a worry or concern, Rachel and Shannon would answer the phone, listen attentively and provide encouragement. They never made me feel like a burden or annoyance (even when I felt I was because of all the anxiety). Lance and Colleen worked to support me through a Civil PO that was filed in addition to my pre-charge criminal defense needs. Colleen went above and beyond, helping me reach out for my personal items, providing comfort and support, and always making me feel like a priority. Lance not only brought so much legal knowledge and experience (check out his Youtube), but his ability to understand the process and speak to the emotional side really was a game changer. Before agreeing to help with the Civil PO, he listened attentively to the situation. Lance and his team agreed to help me with the criminal defense matter, but only wanted to commit to helping with the Civil PO, if there was something they could actually do in my situation to help. His firm is not interested in saying “yes” to everything to get a paycheck. They actually care about YOU and YOUR SPECIFIC case. He felt based on my circumstances, that although filing a written response might not be wise in my case, there could be other avenues to explore, and thus agreed to help with that legal matter. If you work with Lance and his team, it is worth every penny. Make sure to listen to his advice! You, like me, will likely have to fight the urge to want things resolved yesterday. Fight the urge to want to act out of frustration from not having your side heard by the justice system. Fight the urge to think that your ideas and timing are right and that slow justice is not justice. Time is your friend in many of these cases. I worked to trust Lance and his team with this, groaning in my mind about the long lengths between court dates, but in the end he and his team were right. Time can change people and circumstances. The Civil PO was dismissed!
For my pre-charge criminal defense, my lawyer Elisabeth also worked tirelessly to support me by answering questions, reviewing documents, and helping me with ancillary issues related to my case. She always made time for me and I felt heard and cared for by her. This is a quality not all law firms have, but it ended up being so important to me, so do not overlook it if it is important to you.
It is so valuable to work with lawyers and staff who are empathetic and patient since a lot of the struggle is trusting that your team really cares about you and your case. If you want a law team that will not only work to get you successful legal outcomes to your case, but also will help you make sense of things and respond to your emotions with care, I can not recommend the lawyers and staff at The LawOffice of Lance Fryrear enough.
I have had such amazing results, and have felt as supported as possible throughout this process, which would not have been possible without my legal team. Thank you Lance, Elisabeth, Colleen, Rachel, Shannon, and the other amazing lawyers and staff who work to give people accused of crimes a second chance at life. Your work and effort really does make a difference!
Read more
22 Nov, 2024 by Jay davidson
11 Dec, 2024 by David burnett
An extreme pleasure to work with. Very on-the-ball and efficient. Made me feel comfortable throughout the entire process and communicated actively and effectively. Highly recommended.
Read more
25 Nov, 2024 by D. rodriguez
CliffsNotes Review: Hire this firm if you can!
Where does one even begin when trying to give thanks to a team that has helped during such an emotional, stressful, and difficult time? The lawyers and staff at The Law Offices of Lance Fryrear have been such a blessing. After the police were called and an arrest was made, it felt like my life was over. I felt so powerless during those initial days where the court process and legal battles seemed beyond hope. I am not sure how I would have made (and continue to be making it) through this legal process without Lance and his team. Everytime I called with a worry or concern, Rachel and Shannon would answer the phone, listen attentively and provide encouragement. They never made me feel like a burden or annoyance (even when I felt I was because of all the anxiety). Lance and Colleen worked to support me through a Civil PO that was filed in addition to my pre-charge criminal defense needs. Colleen went above and beyond, helping me reach out for my personal items, providing comfort and support, and always making me feel like a priority. Lance not only brought so much legal knowledge and experience (check out his Youtube), but his ability to understand the process and speak to the emotional side really was a game changer. Before agreeing to help with the Civil PO, he listened attentively to the situation. Lance and his team agreed to help me with the criminal defense matter, but only wanted to commit to helping with the Civil PO, if there was something they could actually do in my situation to help. His firm is not interested in saying “yes” to everything to get a paycheck. They actually care about YOU and YOUR SPECIFIC case. He felt based on my circumstances, that although filing a written response might not be wise in my case, there could be other avenues to explore, and thus agreed to help with that legal matter. If you work with Lance and his team, it is worth every penny. Make sure to listen to his advice! You, like me, will likely have to fight the urge to want things resolved yesterday. Fight the urge to want to act out of frustration from not having your side heard by the justice system. Fight the urge to think that your ideas and timing are right and that slow justice is not justice. Time is your friend in many of these cases. I worked to trust Lance and his team with this, groaning in my mind about the long lengths between court dates, but in the end he and his team were right. Time can change people and circumstances. The Civil PO was dismissed!
For my pre-charge criminal defense, my lawyer Elisabeth also worked tirelessly to support me by answering questions, reviewing documents, and helping me with ancillary issues related to my case. She always made time for me and I felt heard and cared for by her. This is a quality not all law firms have, but it ended up being so important to me, so do not overlook it if it is important to you.
It is so valuable to work with lawyers and staff who are empathetic and patient since a lot of the struggle is trusting that your team really cares about you and your case. If you want a law team that will not only work to get you successful legal outcomes to your case, but also will help you make sense of things and respond to your emotions with care, I can not recommend the lawyers and staff at The LawOffice of Lance Fryrear enough.
I have had such amazing results, and have felt as supported as possible throughout this process, which would not have been possible without my legal team. Thank you Lance, Elisabeth, Colleen, Rachel, Shannon, and the other amazing lawyers and staff who work to give people accused of crimes a second chance at life. Your work and effort really does make a difference!
Read more
22 Nov, 2024 by Jay davidson
11 Dec, 2024 by David burnett
An extreme pleasure to work with. Very on-the-ball and efficient. Made me feel comfortable throughout the entire process and communicated actively and effectively. Highly recommended.
Read more
25 Nov, 2024 by D. rodriguez
CliffsNotes Review: Hire this firm if you can!
Where does one even begin when trying to give thanks to a team that has helped during such an emotional, stressful, and difficult time? The lawyers and staff at The Law Offices of Lance Fryrear have been such a blessing. After the police were called and an arrest was made, it felt like my life was over. I felt so powerless during those initial days where the court process and legal battles seemed beyond hope. I am not sure how I would have made (and continue to be making it) through this legal process without Lance and his team. Everytime I called with a worry or concern, Rachel and Shannon would answer the phone, listen attentively and provide encouragement. They never made me feel like a burden or annoyance (even when I felt I was because of all the anxiety). Lance and Colleen worked to support me through a Civil PO that was filed in addition to my pre-charge criminal defense needs. Colleen went above and beyond, helping me reach out for my personal items, providing comfort and support, and always making me feel like a priority. Lance not only brought so much legal knowledge and experience (check out his Youtube), but his ability to understand the process and speak to the emotional side really was a game changer. Before agreeing to help with the Civil PO, he listened attentively to the situation. Lance and his team agreed to help me with the criminal defense matter, but only wanted to commit to helping with the Civil PO, if there was something they could actually do in my situation to help. His firm is not interested in saying “yes” to everything to get a paycheck. They actually care about YOU and YOUR SPECIFIC case. He felt based on my circumstances, that although filing a written response might not be wise in my case, there could be other avenues to explore, and thus agreed to help with that legal matter. If you work with Lance and his team, it is worth every penny. Make sure to listen to his advice! You, like me, will likely have to fight the urge to want things resolved yesterday. Fight the urge to want to act out of frustration from not having your side heard by the justice system. Fight the urge to think that your ideas and timing are right and that slow justice is not justice. Time is your friend in many of these cases. I worked to trust Lance and his team with this, groaning in my mind about the long lengths between court dates, but in the end he and his team were right. Time can change people and circumstances. The Civil PO was dismissed!
For my pre-charge criminal defense, my lawyer Elisabeth also worked tirelessly to support me by answering questions, reviewing documents, and helping me with ancillary issues related to my case. She always made time for me and I felt heard and cared for by her. This is a quality not all law firms have, but it ended up being so important to me, so do not overlook it if it is important to you.
It is so valuable to work with lawyers and staff who are empathetic and patient since a lot of the struggle is trusting that your team really cares about you and your case. If you want a law team that will not only work to get you successful legal outcomes to your case, but also will help you make sense of things and respond to your emotions with care, I can not recommend the lawyers and staff at The LawOffice of Lance Fryrear enough.
I have had such amazing results, and have felt as supported as possible throughout this process, which would not have been possible without my legal team. Thank you Lance, Elisabeth, Colleen, Rachel, Shannon, and the other amazing lawyers and staff who work to give people accused of crimes a second chance at life. Your work and effort really does make a difference!
Read more
22 Nov, 2024 by Jay davidson
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