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27 Jul, 2024 by Josh portaro
Having issues with a private foster agency with getting our license and was getting discouraged, they were relatable and and vary kind gave us some friendly advice on steps we can take in the right direction! Thank you!
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06 Apr, 2024 by B phone
They have been nothing but professional. I used them to help with estate issues.
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22 Dec, 2023 by Noel geren
Kyle and his team have always been there when I needed them. I can't speak highly enough about their integrity and professionalism throughout every process.
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27 Jul, 2024 by Josh portaro
Having issues with a private foster agency with getting our license and was getting discouraged, they were relatable and and vary kind gave us some friendly advice on steps we can take in the right direction! Thank you!
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06 Apr, 2024 by B phone
They have been nothing but professional. I used them to help with estate issues.
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22 Dec, 2023 by Noel geren
Kyle and his team have always been there when I needed them. I can't speak highly enough about their integrity and professionalism throughout every process.
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27 Jul, 2024 by Josh portaro
Having issues with a private foster agency with getting our license and was getting discouraged, they were relatable and and vary kind gave us some friendly advice on steps we can take in the right direction! Thank you!
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06 Apr, 2024 by B phone
They have been nothing but professional. I used them to help with estate issues.
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22 Dec, 2023 by Noel geren
Kyle and his team have always been there when I needed them. I can't speak highly enough about their integrity and professionalism throughout every process.
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27 Jul, 2024 by Josh portaro
Having issues with a private foster agency with getting our license and was getting discouraged, they were relatable and and vary kind gave us some friendly advice on steps we can take in the right direction! Thank you!
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06 Apr, 2024 by B phone
They have been nothing but professional. I used them to help with estate issues.
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22 Dec, 2023 by Noel geren
Kyle and his team have always been there when I needed them. I can't speak highly enough about their integrity and professionalism throughout every process.
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27 Jul, 2024 by Josh portaro
Having issues with a private foster agency with getting our license and was getting discouraged, they were relatable and and vary kind gave us some friendly advice on steps we can take in the right direction! Thank you!
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06 Apr, 2024 by B phone
They have been nothing but professional. I used them to help with estate issues.
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22 Dec, 2023 by Noel geren
Kyle and his team have always been there when I needed them. I can't speak highly enough about their integrity and professionalism throughout every process.
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27 Jul, 2024 by Josh portaro
Having issues with a private foster agency with getting our license and was getting discouraged, they were relatable and and vary kind gave us some friendly advice on steps we can take in the right direction! Thank you!
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06 Apr, 2024 by B phone
They have been nothing but professional. I used them to help with estate issues.
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22 Dec, 2023 by Noel geren
Kyle and his team have always been there when I needed them. I can't speak highly enough about their integrity and professionalism throughout every process.
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27 Jul, 2024 by Josh portaro
Having issues with a private foster agency with getting our license and was getting discouraged, they were relatable and and vary kind gave us some friendly advice on steps we can take in the right direction! Thank you!
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06 Apr, 2024 by B phone
They have been nothing but professional. I used them to help with estate issues.
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22 Dec, 2023 by Noel geren
Kyle and his team have always been there when I needed them. I can't speak highly enough about their integrity and professionalism throughout every process.
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27 Jul, 2024 by Josh portaro
Having issues with a private foster agency with getting our license and was getting discouraged, they were relatable and and vary kind gave us some friendly advice on steps we can take in the right direction! Thank you!
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06 Apr, 2024 by B phone
They have been nothing but professional. I used them to help with estate issues.
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22 Dec, 2023 by Noel geren
Kyle and his team have always been there when I needed them. I can't speak highly enough about their integrity and professionalism throughout every process.
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27 Jul, 2024 by Josh portaro
Having issues with a private foster agency with getting our license and was getting discouraged, they were relatable and and vary kind gave us some friendly advice on steps we can take in the right direction! Thank you!
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06 Apr, 2024 by B phone
They have been nothing but professional. I used them to help with estate issues.
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22 Dec, 2023 by Noel geren
Kyle and his team have always been there when I needed them. I can't speak highly enough about their integrity and professionalism throughout every process.
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27 Jul, 2024 by Josh portaro
Having issues with a private foster agency with getting our license and was getting discouraged, they were relatable and and vary kind gave us some friendly advice on steps we can take in the right direction! Thank you!
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06 Apr, 2024 by B phone
They have been nothing but professional. I used them to help with estate issues.
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22 Dec, 2023 by Noel geren
Kyle and his team have always been there when I needed them. I can't speak highly enough about their integrity and professionalism throughout every process.
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27 Jul, 2024 by Josh portaro
Having issues with a private foster agency with getting our license and was getting discouraged, they were relatable and and vary kind gave us some friendly advice on steps we can take in the right direction! Thank you!
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06 Apr, 2024 by B phone
They have been nothing but professional. I used them to help with estate issues.
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22 Dec, 2023 by Noel geren
Kyle and his team have always been there when I needed them. I can't speak highly enough about their integrity and professionalism throughout every process.
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27 Jul, 2024 by Josh portaro
Having issues with a private foster agency with getting our license and was getting discouraged, they were relatable and and vary kind gave us some friendly advice on steps we can take in the right direction! Thank you!
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06 Apr, 2024 by B phone
They have been nothing but professional. I used them to help with estate issues.
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22 Dec, 2023 by Noel geren
Kyle and his team have always been there when I needed them. I can't speak highly enough about their integrity and professionalism throughout every process.
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27 Jul, 2024 by Josh portaro
Having issues with a private foster agency with getting our license and was getting discouraged, they were relatable and and vary kind gave us some friendly advice on steps we can take in the right direction! Thank you!
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06 Apr, 2024 by B phone
They have been nothing but professional. I used them to help with estate issues.
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22 Dec, 2023 by Noel geren
Kyle and his team have always been there when I needed them. I can't speak highly enough about their integrity and professionalism throughout every process.
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27 Jul, 2024 by Josh portaro
Having issues with a private foster agency with getting our license and was getting discouraged, they were relatable and and vary kind gave us some friendly advice on steps we can take in the right direction! Thank you!
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06 Apr, 2024 by B phone
They have been nothing but professional. I used them to help with estate issues.
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22 Dec, 2023 by Noel geren
Kyle and his team have always been there when I needed them. I can't speak highly enough about their integrity and professionalism throughout every process.
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27 Jul, 2024 by Josh portaro
Having issues with a private foster agency with getting our license and was getting discouraged, they were relatable and and vary kind gave us some friendly advice on steps we can take in the right direction! Thank you!
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06 Apr, 2024 by B phone
They have been nothing but professional. I used them to help with estate issues.
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22 Dec, 2023 by Noel geren
Kyle and his team have always been there when I needed them. I can't speak highly enough about their integrity and professionalism throughout every process.
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26 Nov, 2023 by Kemparaju
I had contacted William Collin couple of months back to explain about my hardship situation and to get to know about the options I have. He explained me very well and made sure that I understood the whole process. He was answering all my questions via multiple calls/messages so patiently. He never missed calling me during appointments and he was on time all the times. I was able to file chapter 13 with his tremendous guidance last week and I'm sure he'll help me to get the less and very much reduced monthly payment under chapter 13. I would recommend everyone who's facing hardship situation to please work with William and he's the best based on my experience so far.
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03 Aug, 2023 by Anonymous
William initially handled my case well but communication was always poor. I would ask a small list of questions and get a one word answer to one of my questions. Sometime reply would be in a day sometime a week . During a time filled with uncertainty communication is comforting. If you want bare bones representation with no communication then William Collins is your guy. Overall I felt very unvalued as a client, I guess there are always people filling BR so no need to serve them well.
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16 Apr, 2021 by Randy
Bankruptcy law is not my world. But when a person finds themselves in this world. It's best to have a subject matter expert. William Collins not only knows his way around this horribly complex world. He is extremely good at communicating the details of his plan for you. Trust me this is not a fill out a few forms business. BK filing plan is custom to your situation. Here William really excels to find what is best and specifically for your financial situation. After my consultation I felt this attorney had my best interests in mind.
-Randy Oakes
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31 Oct, 2024 by M marini
What a great experience! Mr. Coleton Guidry was incredibly helpful, his guidance in our 30 min session was professional, on point, and informative. Mr. Guidry's courtesy, understanding and sympathy to my concerns were amazing. I definitely recommended. Thank you again Mr. Guidry.
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28 Oct, 2024 by Alex montes
Jose and Jerry are the best. Highly recommended.
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26 Oct, 2024 by Terry shields
Initially before representation, the reviews about Mr. Tidwell were very encouraging, but eventually after I hired him, his work was questionable. When I sent him certified paperwork multiple times it was damaged because of the staples so I ended up bringing copies with me from out of state, also in the process of the case he informed me the protective order was dismissed until further notice so when I attempted to visit my daughter at her school I was arrested for violating the protection order, further complicating the matter with criminal charges. During the final hearing he gave me legal advice which led to be unfavorable to the final ruling in which the judge stated. I can only speak for my experience, choose another firm or another lawyer within the firm…
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25 Dec, 2019 by Bruce alford
18 May, 2019 by Faisal mustafa
Amy is very responsive , experienced and will set the right expectations from day1.
She did a great job for me and I would recommend anyone to use her with any personal injury needs.
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30 Apr, 2018 by Spencer bonneau
Phenomenal lawyer who handled an accident resulting in a double spinal fusion with absolute ease and professionalism and reached a settlement within 9 months. After that experience I figured she would do an absolutely amazing job with what she herself deemed a "simple whiplash" case. Well over one year later, I am still waiting on a simple update as to what is going on with my case. Not only have her communication skills greatly dropped off, her organizational skills, and confidentiality has fallen dismally short of what I had come to expect. While attempting to communicate with Amy has been more difficult than trying to get a straight answer from a 18-year old girl, she has sent me other client's police reports containing their personal information on accident, wrongly answered my emails under the assumption I was another client, and will not answer my phone calls without provocation. To add insult to injury, I was relocated by my job to another location, and upon informing Amy of the move, I was and have been given the third degree multiple times on how this made her job so much more difficult despite the fact I had ensured all PT, doctors appointments, and everything else was taken care of for her PRIOR to the move leaving only her end of paperwork. Now here we are two more weeks later, and I can't get a simple response to an email asking if everything is going ok with my case.
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13 Oct, 2020 by Anonymous
I was divorcing my ex husband in 2006 due to emotional and physical abuse along with adultery. I was seeking sole custody of my children due to my husband's drug and alcohol addiction, and the physical abuse/neglect. I was told that it was impossible for me to get sole custody even with my medical records as proof. Ms. Stroh did not even show up to court, charged me $5000.00 and then harassed me saying that I still owed even more money. FOR WHAT??? Two years later I went back to court on my own, without counsel, and I walked away with more child support AND SOLE CUSTODY! Thanks for endangering my children's safety for two years and the mental damage it did to me and them. Worst attorney ever.
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13 Jun, 2010 by Danny
I interviewed five attorneys before I decided on Andrea. She was very professional, and was always very accessable. Anytime I called or emailed her, it was returned promptly.
She didn't give me any unrealistic expectations like some attorneys try to sell you in order to get that retainer. I had a lying, cheating, drug adtick wife that had been in an out of Green Oaks Mental Hospital 5 times in the last 14 months we were together. She also managed to get arrested a few days after I left for forging a prescription.
I ended up with everything I wanted, which was my retirement that I had workded so hard for and that my ex didn't deserve.
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28 May, 2010 by Anonymous
Andrea handled a very nasty divorce for me. Andrea is FABULOUS - I got everything I wanted. Andrea is professional and thorough. She provided me clarification, insight and valuable guidance. I know she has a lot of clients, but she made me feel like I was the only one
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09 Aug, 2023 by Rachel
My husband was in a major accident and our insurance company attempted to avoid paying the claim. Mr. Hosack resolved our issue swiftly and obtained compensation for the other party and us on our first-party claim. We would have been bankrupt without his services.
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03 Jul, 2023 by Anonymous
I recently engaged Mr. Hosack for a personal legal matter, and it was an absolute pleasure working with him! He was incredibly thorough, attentive, and understood all the little details regarding my situation. He worked quickly and efficiently to get the job done, and the end results far surpassed what I had hoped for. Based on my experience, I highly recommend Mr. Hosack's legal services to anyone who needs them in the future.
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27 Oct, 2008 by Anonymous
Overall, I was extremely disappointed in Mr. Hosack's capability as my attorney and I feel like my time, money, & energy would have been much better spent elsewhere. He may be fine for traffic law but I'd go elsewhere for matters of importance.
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12 Feb, 2024 by Veronica
Mr.Gonzalez and his super sharp and sweet Mrs.Glasby are a team you need on your side!! Them together did an amazing job with my brother’s murder case and got the charges dropped and expunged from his record. They went above and beyond what was expected from them on the case but they worked together and even came out on the weekend to talk to the family and check out the “crime scene” . I love mito and his sidekick and would definitely recommend him to anyone. I even plan on hiring him again real soon on a personal case of mine.
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26 Sep, 2020 by Robert
Besides the fact that Mr. Gonzalez violates attorney client privileges on an ongoing basis, he will trade you for another client at a drop of a hat. So tied in with the Collin County's DA office that they actually assign him to your case because they know he's all game in the trading of human lives. He negotiated a plea in my matter and never once told me what he had negotiated nor did I authorize him to do so. During phone conversations about my criminal case he would call the DA's office and give them all the information we had spoken about and they would pass that information on to the Attorneys representing my ex-wife and also the Judge Piper McCraw. Gave him a list of witness that he never made contact with, and even release all the information in the case to my first ex-wife who just called in and he jumped right on the phone and spilled his guts. I never authorized him to speak with anyone other then myself, He did no verification of who was actually calling, and my private investigator actually stood right next him as he discussed my case with then assistant DA Deborah Harrison. He has allowed his SUPER LAWYER status to go to his head and he will trade you to maintain that status because he's to lazy to actually work on a case. Investigate, no he doesn't know what that word means, he reads the police report and believes every work written. DON"T WASTE YOUR MONEY, FIND A REAL LAWYER
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29 Dec, 2012 by Anonymous
Manuel helped us during a very difficult time with our 19 year old son. He was the voice of reason when we didn't feel very reasonable. His history as a prosecutor and inside knowledge and relationships with the police department proved very valuable. Feel lucky a friend recommended Manual to us before we chose another attorney from an ad that came in the mail. The outcome for our son would have surely been much different!
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10 Nov, 2017 by Anonymous
Jim was very helpful. He kept my stress to a minimum while we were in a lawsuit with Wells Fargo, which we won. Our lien was voided, we were refunded all the money we ever paid WF and got our attorney's fees paid. We really appreciated Jim and all his staff.
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08 Jun, 2017 by David
Googled Mosser to find his address and ran into this.
Let me preface by saying that if these reviews weigh at all heavily in your decision to hire anyone for anything, you are likely an impressionable, gullible imbecile. Meet people for yourself and come to your own conclusions.
Having said that, I've worked with Mosser for about three years now- settled a few disputes, a couple business leases, filed a few trademarks, and successfully navigated a lengthy lawsuit. While not exactly conventional (but then again, what do I know), and certainly not cheap, Mosser is a beast. The man is smart, pragmatic and to the point. He has a knack for getting the other guy's attention quick and not having anybody waste time. I recall the man even had opposing attorneys come up to him like fanboys after what was supposed to be a two day deposition (we settled in 3 hours), asking for an autograph or a job or something - I kid you not.
Happy to have Mosser in my corner - would've lost my business otherwise. I'll not enter a negotiation without him. If you value your business, I suggest you do the same.
Now forget you ever read this and go make up your own mind.
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16 Sep, 2014 by David
Always talked down to me. Never kept me informed of what was going on as he was running up my bill. Never was informed about any settlement offer. Acted unprofessional in court appearances and was sanctioned for his conduct
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08 May, 2013 by Lisa
WOW! What can I say about this attorney and his staff? I received stellar representation from Jeff Pierce. The easiest process I ever experienced. He and his staff were vigilent in keeping me informed of every minute detail of my case. They took my calls, returned my calls, and continually treated me and my family with dignity and respect. This is a first class firm!
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27 Nov, 2012 by Kristina
We hired Jeff because he came highly recommended by other attorneys (non criminal). Jeff was honest and diligent in getting my son into the divert program. He knows the Legal system very well in Collin county and now my son's record is going to be wiped clean. Thanks Jeff for all your hard work.
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19 Sep, 2012 by Anonymous
Hired for representation in misdemeanor criminal cases. Immediately after cashing my large check, he had his receptionist screen any call I attempted to make to him. He would not listen to any suggestions I had for how I might be willing to settle my case. After several weeks of attempting to deal with his don't care attitude, I wnet to another lawyer but Mr. Pierce kept the entire fee but did nothing to earn any partof it. There's lots of criminal lawyers. Stay away from this one.
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09 Sep, 2022 by Anonymous
I engaged Luke to help with a child custody case after dealing with former spouse who fought dirty. The initial meeting with Luke was promising, he pointed out things that needed to be clarified, however Luke never took action. 3 years (and $85k later) nothing had materialized. Beware of expensive lawyers who claim they can help. Big disappointment to Luke’s “services” is an understatement.
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14 Dec, 2017 by Rebecca
Carl Gunnstaks (aka C. Luke Gunnstaks, Carl Otto Gunnstaks) was hired as my divorce attorney in August 2016.
Gunnstaks misspelled my name on his Gunnstaks Contract for Services.
A Limited Power of Attorney had my name misspelled and listed 3 different ways in this one document. My driver's license was not requested in order to officially and legally notarize said document, had it been, these errors would not have been made. The date was changed and I was not requested to initial change.
I revoked this Limited Power of Attorney (LPOA) to which Gunnstaks responded that he could not have any communication with Opposing Counsel unless I gave him explicitly and approved authorization/instructions to do so. When I forwarded a message with explicit, easily understood and approved instructions, I received an email from Gunnstaks stating that I had to reinstate this LPOA before he could have any correspondence with Opposing Counsel. I had to remind him of his first instructions to me, “the explicit and approved/instruction authorization etc.” Only then did he begin to comply with his own instructions.
Opposing counsel wanted changes made on the final divorce decree. Gunnstaks made this change to my Divorce Decree without my knowledge, consent or approval and forwarded said changes to opposing counsel.
I had to be “Pro-Active” in order to get information to the Opposing Counsel on a timely basis. An example is: Gunnstaks Office told me Gunnstaks was out of town from October 18th, 2017 to the 25th, and would not be reading or answering my correspondence that I forwarded to him on the 19th, until his return on the 25th and only in the order to which his emails were received. When I questioned Gunnstaks about this on the 25th, as there was an item that was to be returned to the Opposing Counsel's office by the 23rd, his response was that Opposing Counsel had a copy of the Schedule filed with the court of when he was absent from his office and Opposing Counsel was aware that he, Gunnstaks, was out of the office from the 18th – 25th. Gunnstaks then forwarded along with that email a copy of this Schedule he was in reference too. It showed that he was only out the 18-20th. I then emailed him to point out that Opposing Counsel would not know of his absence until the 25th because it was not on the Schedule.
Gunnstaks forwarded the wrong final divorce decree to me after other changes had been made and did not review it before sending it to me for my signature. It was sent to me with these instructions: “Please forward your signature to our office for entry of the Decree with the Court.” This was not forwarded to me for “Review.”
I had to hire another attorney to proofread all final Divorce Decree documents to make sure all matters of the Divorce Decree were correct and legally written. Changes to my personal real estate property descriptions had to be made or would become an issue for a title company should the property be sold in the future.
I have learned that 5 Star Reviews can be made by employees. I wrote Gunnstaks and told him that I did a Review Search for him before I made my first visit to his office (under the name of C Luke Gunnstaks, unaware that he has used Carl Gunnstaks). I also stated that I felt 5 Star Reviews should only be made by a Client, not employees. Gunnstaks denied that any of his employees have ever left a review for him, however, I have found two reviews that have the same names as his employees, one current and one that is no longer with his firm.
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27 Nov, 2017 by Tamara
I have been in a high conflict abusive custody battle for over 12 years now. Luke came to me through me through a friend that knew my situation. My ex fled with our son to another state and had abducted him and alienated me. I've had supposed "good" attorneys before but Luke is beyond "good", he's excellent and exceeds in his field! He is a hard worker, and looks for the truth of the matter. He is genius in the courtroom, and a perfectionist on any and all court documents that are drawn up. His staff is extremely helpful, professional, and have it together. He his well known, and is one of the best that does what he does. Although, he's hard to get ahold of and that's just because he's always busy. He always answers and is responsive, to my questions and concerns, through his staff. I've had attorneys that I had to educate, not him!! The only thing is that he can't do the foot work that I can do, as far as, documentation and filing out things that are of my knowledge and experience. I don't want an attorney, I've had them, that will do things like charge for filing out discovery. He is a man of integrity, brilliance, and a heart of gold. If you need some poop cleaned off your shoe from courts and exes, he's the one who shows you how to get it off without getting it all over yourself. He has done what I thought was not possible and got the work done, and cares.
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08 Sep, 2022 by Anonymous
Was removed from the case due to a conflict of interest with a defendant that he was representing as a client. Never offered to reimburse for the legal fees in which he knew that he could and would get removed.
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17 Mar, 2018 by Anonymous
I hired Mr. Meazell to assist with a custody case and consistently found him and his staff to be available, pleasant, timely, and knowledgeable. I think he sincerely cared about what was best for my children and he got the job done. We could not be happier.
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09 Dec, 2021 by Kelley
I cannot caution you enough to run away from Rebecca Armstrong. Her lack of preparation, misleading information, and poor representation (recording wouldn't play, stumbled over questions, didn't ask questions to address evidence provided) in the courtroom for the temporary divorce hearing in Denton County caused traumatizing and devastating results. She was outmaneuvered in every way by opposing counsel and took little to no responsibility afterwards except to collect payment for her time.
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11 Nov, 2019 by Tom brown
This attorney and her partner Reagan Riddle as well as paralegal Jessica were outstanding communicators. I have no experience with attorneys . Ay 72 I have avoided lawyers. This firm set me at ease and promptly and openly handled the issues
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13 Feb, 2015 by Anonymous
This is a man of no integrity. He made an agreement through representation to Us and then went back on his word. Then broke his agreement with us by filing a complaint with the BBB over an issue he created and we did not even charge him for. The previous guest is prepared to testify against him when we bring him to court in Colorado.
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15 May, 2013 by Ryan
Austin was recommended to me by my cousin. I was a little concerned about him being so green, however, after having him take care of an opportunity for me I was very impressed with him and would put him among the top lawyers I have done business with. There were many occurrences in my case where he went well above my expectations to insure all of the loose ends were tied up (this was very important to me as I have had a case come back many years after the fact because it was not closed and sealed correctly) I would use Mr. Lanham again and would refer him to anyone looking for capable and honest representation.
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24 Apr, 2019 by Patty
Howard was very straight forward with me about my divorce. He didn’t mix words. I received in my final divorce decree exactly what I had been praying for. Lisa Jones Howard’s senior paralegal his right hand person is very very knowledgeable and was always prepared to help me. Howard and Lisa took care of me throughout the whole process from beginning to end. I am grateful to Howard and Lisa. Sincerely.
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22 Apr, 2018 by Anonymous
Don’t hire this lawyer. I wish I would have read these review before hiring Howard. I believe every one of them.
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30 Aug, 2016 by Anonymous
I hired this attorney to get custody back from my ex-wife and he did that for me. I had no real grounds to do it but Howard seems to get what he asks for due to his connections and the judge didn't even listen to my ex's lawyer and in fact screamed at him in the court room to sit down. Now I don't have to pay child support from my six figure income to my ex wife and she has to pay me even though she hardly has any money at all. I was fortunate to take away many of her rights as well, so I feel fortunate that I hired the right attorney. I would definitely hire him again for the same case.
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29 Sep, 2021 by Anonymous
David is the most unprofessional, rude, insensitive, and judgemental lawyer you can hire. David wasn’t my lawyer, but he represented someone who sexually assaulted me, and when this person got a very nice plea deal that I did not agree to, David decided to make comments directed at me and actually speak to me like nothing happened. He also called me while this trial went on and definitely tampered with evidence.
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11 Nov, 2020 by Kristin
I hired David Kleckner a long time ago to be my legal counsel. Mr. Kleckner was attentive, thorough, & compassionate. He represented me in a professional manner. I would recommended him to represent someone in need of a criminal defense lawyer without any hesitation.
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11 Jun, 2018 by Anonymous
I called this person about a landlord/tenant dispute. I explained my situation and was quickly told, "I'm on the landlord's side"!! He treated me like I was just trying to get an easy payday or break lease early without consequences... which I made clear I wasn't. I simply wanted to have a peaceful place to live. He was unnecessarily harsh and abrasive. There must be a way to tell someone you don't think they have a case or that you don't want to take their case without being cruel! By the end of the short conversation, I was completely in tears! I was looking for help, and instead was made to feel like I was being mistreated by not only the landlord I was seeking advice about, but the lawyer I was hoping could help. I wouldn't trust this man with a traffic ticket, or wish him on my worst enemy! No one deserves that kind of treatment!
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04 Feb, 2013 by Anonymous
I went to this lawyer as he was recommend to me. I had explained my situation to him as i been to court only once before. There were issues from the first hearing that I explained to him. I was being force from my home by a temporary order that I had never attended and had no lawyer present. I asked this lawyer if should really move out or stay where I was. His reponse was we will file an amendment and ask for a new court date. After reviewing my file, he believed I would not have to leave my residence and told me in an email to stay where i was. Again listening to his advice. He filed his new motion with the court. We went to court. The judge refused to hear his motion. The lawyer argued or spoke very little on my behalf during the trial. The judge refused to hear anything on my behalf. The judge found me in contempt. The lawyer asked if I would say if I would apolgize that the judge may not have me go to jail. The laywer never came back. He just left the court house and left me there. I had very little contact with him after that for a couple of weeks. When I decided to release him and go and pick up my files, He told me I lied to him that I had appeared this judge's court . I repeated I never had seen or heard of this judge until I went to court with this lawyer. You are paying good money to have the lawyer to defend you and then he tells you he doesn't believe you when you are telling him the truth. The worst thing was he never checked the court records to check to see that I was telling the truth which was very easy for him to do. After my experience, I could not recommend this lawyer.
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Top Questions to Ask a Lawyer
When meeting with a lawyer for the first time, it's important to ask the right questions to understand their expertise and determine if they're the right fit for your legal needs. Here are some top questions to consider:
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What experience do you have with cases similar to mine?
Ensure the lawyer has relevant experience in the specific area of law pertaining to your case. -
How do you charge for your services, and what are the estimated costs?
Understand the fee structure, including hourly rates, flat fees, retainer fees, and any additional expenses. -
What potential outcomes can I expect from my case?
While no lawyer can guarantee results, they can provide an assessment of possible scenarios based on their experience. -
What is your approach to handling cases like mine?
Learn about their strategy, whether they prefer negotiation, mediation, or litigation. -
Who will be working on my case?
Find out if the lawyer will handle your case personally or delegate tasks to other attorneys or paralegals. -
How will you communicate with me throughout the process?
Establish expectations for updates, preferred communication methods, and response times. -
What is the likely timeline for resolving my case?
Get an estimate of how long the process may take from start to finish. -
Do you have references from past clients?
Testimonials or references can provide insight into the lawyer's professionalism and effectiveness. -
What are the strengths and weaknesses of my case?
Understanding potential challenges helps you prepare and sets realistic expectations. -
Are there alternative ways to solve my legal problem?
Discuss options like mediation, arbitration, or settlement to resolve the issue efficiently.
How to Check the Credibility of a Lawyer
Before hiring a lawyer, it's crucial to verify their credibility and ensure they're qualified to handle your case:
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Verify Their License:
Check with your state's bar association to confirm the lawyer is licensed and in good standing. -
Experience and Specialization:
Ensure the lawyer specializes in the area of law relevant to your case. -
Disciplinary Record:
Look up any history of disciplinary actions or complaints through the state bar association. -
Client Reviews and Testimonials:
Read reviews on legal directories like Avvo, Martindale-Hubbell, or Google to gauge client satisfaction. -
Professional Memberships:
Membership in professional organizations or specialty bar associations can indicate a commitment to their field. -
Awards and Recognitions:
Honors from reputable organizations reflect expertise and a positive reputation. -
Consultation Assessment:
Use the initial consultation to evaluate their communication skills, responsiveness, and willingness to address your concerns. -
Ask for References:
A credible lawyer should be willing to provide references from past clients.
What Should I Prepare for My First Consultation?
To make the most of your initial meeting with a lawyer, come prepared with:
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Relevant Documents:
Bring all documents related to your case, such as contracts, correspondence, legal notices, court papers, or evidence. -
Written Summary:
Prepare a concise written summary of your situation, including key dates, events, and involved parties. -
List of Questions:
Write down any questions you have about your case, the legal process, or the lawyer's experience. -
Financial Information:
If applicable, bring financial documents like pay stubs, tax returns, or bank statements. -
Contact Information:
Provide details of any witnesses or other parties relevant to your case. -
Personal Identification:
Bring a valid ID for verification purposes. -
Pen and Notebook:
Take notes during the consultation to remember important points. -
Budget Constraints:
Be ready to discuss your budget and any financial limitations.
How Much Does a Lawyer Cost?
The cost of hiring a lawyer varies widely based on several factors:
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Fee Structures:
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Hourly Rate:
Lawyers may charge anywhere from $150 to $500 or more per hour, depending on experience and location. -
Flat Fee:
For routine legal services like drafting a will or handling an uncontested divorce, lawyers might offer a flat fee. -
Retainer Fee:
An upfront payment against which the lawyer bills hourly fees. -
Contingency Fee:
Common in personal injury cases; the lawyer receives a percentage (typically 25% to 40%) of any settlement or award. -
Monthly Retainer:
For ongoing services, businesses might pay a monthly fee for a set number of hours or services.
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Hourly Rate:
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Factors Affecting Cost:
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Complexity of the Case:
More complex cases require more time and resources, increasing costs. -
Lawyer's Experience:
Highly experienced lawyers may charge higher fees. -
Geographic Location:
Legal fees can vary significantly by region or city. -
Additional Expenses:
Court filing fees, expert witness fees, travel expenses, and administrative costs may be extra.
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Complexity of the Case:
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Estimating Total Costs:
Request a detailed fee agreement outlining all potential costs.
Discuss any additional expenses that may arise during the case. -
Negotiating Fees:
Some lawyers may be willing to negotiate fees or offer payment plans, especially for clients with financial constraints. -
Pro Bono Services:
For those who cannot afford legal services, some lawyers or legal aid organizations offer services at reduced rates or for free.
