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17 Jul, 2024 by John d
I can not give enough praise to Greg Dantznan and the firm Dantznan & Dantznan. Greg was professional, compassionate, comforting, and non-judgemental from the very first moment I met him for my free consultation. When I first spoke with Greg I was at my wits end with what to do. Greg sat with me patiently and went through every option and helped me understand the direction I was able to move forward in. He made me feel relaxed and helped me understand the process, from beginning to end.
Thank you Greg, I really can't explain what you have done for our family and how amazing your firm really is. I never given reviews, ever.. But if you are reading this review and you feel lost and not sure what to do... Please take the time to meet with Greg at Dantznan & Dantznan, I promise you... It will be the best decision you could possibly make.
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11 Apr, 2024 by Kurt w. rudiger
Greg is fantastic. When I first started exploring bankruptcy / restructuring options, I was pretty nervous and confused about what I should do.
However, Greg set my mind at ease. He clearly stated what my options were, and helped me determine the best path to take.
He was both very professional and empathetic. I am very grateful I had his help through this process.
If you are contemplating a bankruptcy filing, I highly recommend that you talk to Greg.
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10 Apr, 2024 by Maureen prince
I must say my experience with my lawyer, I was scared couldn’t believe I fell off but dantzman& dantzman he made me feel relax and confident about myself, no more phone call I don’t feel stressed like I was I can thank him enough such a great person he gave me the knowledge about everything if you ever want apiece of mine please go to him and I promise you are in good hands that’s the layer to talk to he is the best
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17 Jul, 2024 by John d
I can not give enough praise to Greg Dantznan and the firm Dantznan & Dantznan. Greg was professional, compassionate, comforting, and non-judgemental from the very first moment I met him for my free consultation. When I first spoke with Greg I was at my wits end with what to do. Greg sat with me patiently and went through every option and helped me understand the direction I was able to move forward in. He made me feel relaxed and helped me understand the process, from beginning to end.
Thank you Greg, I really can't explain what you have done for our family and how amazing your firm really is. I never given reviews, ever.. But if you are reading this review and you feel lost and not sure what to do... Please take the time to meet with Greg at Dantznan & Dantznan, I promise you... It will be the best decision you could possibly make.
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11 Apr, 2024 by Kurt w. rudiger
Greg is fantastic. When I first started exploring bankruptcy / restructuring options, I was pretty nervous and confused about what I should do.
However, Greg set my mind at ease. He clearly stated what my options were, and helped me determine the best path to take.
He was both very professional and empathetic. I am very grateful I had his help through this process.
If you are contemplating a bankruptcy filing, I highly recommend that you talk to Greg.
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10 Apr, 2024 by Maureen prince
I must say my experience with my lawyer, I was scared couldn’t believe I fell off but dantzman& dantzman he made me feel relax and confident about myself, no more phone call I don’t feel stressed like I was I can thank him enough such a great person he gave me the knowledge about everything if you ever want apiece of mine please go to him and I promise you are in good hands that’s the layer to talk to he is the best
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17 Jul, 2024 by John d
I can not give enough praise to Greg Dantznan and the firm Dantznan & Dantznan. Greg was professional, compassionate, comforting, and non-judgemental from the very first moment I met him for my free consultation. When I first spoke with Greg I was at my wits end with what to do. Greg sat with me patiently and went through every option and helped me understand the direction I was able to move forward in. He made me feel relaxed and helped me understand the process, from beginning to end.
Thank you Greg, I really can't explain what you have done for our family and how amazing your firm really is. I never given reviews, ever.. But if you are reading this review and you feel lost and not sure what to do... Please take the time to meet with Greg at Dantznan & Dantznan, I promise you... It will be the best decision you could possibly make.
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11 Apr, 2024 by Kurt w. rudiger
Greg is fantastic. When I first started exploring bankruptcy / restructuring options, I was pretty nervous and confused about what I should do.
However, Greg set my mind at ease. He clearly stated what my options were, and helped me determine the best path to take.
He was both very professional and empathetic. I am very grateful I had his help through this process.
If you are contemplating a bankruptcy filing, I highly recommend that you talk to Greg.
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10 Apr, 2024 by Maureen prince
I must say my experience with my lawyer, I was scared couldn’t believe I fell off but dantzman& dantzman he made me feel relax and confident about myself, no more phone call I don’t feel stressed like I was I can thank him enough such a great person he gave me the knowledge about everything if you ever want apiece of mine please go to him and I promise you are in good hands that’s the layer to talk to he is the best
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17 Jul, 2024 by John d
I can not give enough praise to Greg Dantznan and the firm Dantznan & Dantznan. Greg was professional, compassionate, comforting, and non-judgemental from the very first moment I met him for my free consultation. When I first spoke with Greg I was at my wits end with what to do. Greg sat with me patiently and went through every option and helped me understand the direction I was able to move forward in. He made me feel relaxed and helped me understand the process, from beginning to end.
Thank you Greg, I really can't explain what you have done for our family and how amazing your firm really is. I never given reviews, ever.. But if you are reading this review and you feel lost and not sure what to do... Please take the time to meet with Greg at Dantznan & Dantznan, I promise you... It will be the best decision you could possibly make.
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11 Apr, 2024 by Kurt w. rudiger
Greg is fantastic. When I first started exploring bankruptcy / restructuring options, I was pretty nervous and confused about what I should do.
However, Greg set my mind at ease. He clearly stated what my options were, and helped me determine the best path to take.
He was both very professional and empathetic. I am very grateful I had his help through this process.
If you are contemplating a bankruptcy filing, I highly recommend that you talk to Greg.
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10 Apr, 2024 by Maureen prince
I must say my experience with my lawyer, I was scared couldn’t believe I fell off but dantzman& dantzman he made me feel relax and confident about myself, no more phone call I don’t feel stressed like I was I can thank him enough such a great person he gave me the knowledge about everything if you ever want apiece of mine please go to him and I promise you are in good hands that’s the layer to talk to he is the best
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17 Jul, 2024 by John d
I can not give enough praise to Greg Dantznan and the firm Dantznan & Dantznan. Greg was professional, compassionate, comforting, and non-judgemental from the very first moment I met him for my free consultation. When I first spoke with Greg I was at my wits end with what to do. Greg sat with me patiently and went through every option and helped me understand the direction I was able to move forward in. He made me feel relaxed and helped me understand the process, from beginning to end.
Thank you Greg, I really can't explain what you have done for our family and how amazing your firm really is. I never given reviews, ever.. But if you are reading this review and you feel lost and not sure what to do... Please take the time to meet with Greg at Dantznan & Dantznan, I promise you... It will be the best decision you could possibly make.
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11 Apr, 2024 by Kurt w. rudiger
Greg is fantastic. When I first started exploring bankruptcy / restructuring options, I was pretty nervous and confused about what I should do.
However, Greg set my mind at ease. He clearly stated what my options were, and helped me determine the best path to take.
He was both very professional and empathetic. I am very grateful I had his help through this process.
If you are contemplating a bankruptcy filing, I highly recommend that you talk to Greg.
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10 Apr, 2024 by Maureen prince
I must say my experience with my lawyer, I was scared couldn’t believe I fell off but dantzman& dantzman he made me feel relax and confident about myself, no more phone call I don’t feel stressed like I was I can thank him enough such a great person he gave me the knowledge about everything if you ever want apiece of mine please go to him and I promise you are in good hands that’s the layer to talk to he is the best
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28 Aug, 2024 by Larry lissauer
28 Aug, 2024 by Nancy giron
Here at F&P we work diligently to help our innocent clients who suffer from personal injury, fall downs, motor vehicle accidents, work place accidents amoung other specialties. We take great pride in providing a dedicated team to acheive the best possible outcome, and attention for our clients. Call us now!
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28 Aug, 2024 by Sasha harris
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28 Aug, 2024 by Larry lissauer
28 Aug, 2024 by Nancy giron
Here at F&P we work diligently to help our innocent clients who suffer from personal injury, fall downs, motor vehicle accidents, work place accidents amoung other specialties. We take great pride in providing a dedicated team to acheive the best possible outcome, and attention for our clients. Call us now!
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28 Aug, 2024 by Sasha harris
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28 Aug, 2024 by Larry lissauer
28 Aug, 2024 by Nancy giron
Here at F&P we work diligently to help our innocent clients who suffer from personal injury, fall downs, motor vehicle accidents, work place accidents amoung other specialties. We take great pride in providing a dedicated team to acheive the best possible outcome, and attention for our clients. Call us now!
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28 Aug, 2024 by Sasha harris
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28 Aug, 2024 by Larry lissauer
28 Aug, 2024 by Nancy giron
Here at F&P we work diligently to help our innocent clients who suffer from personal injury, fall downs, motor vehicle accidents, work place accidents amoung other specialties. We take great pride in providing a dedicated team to acheive the best possible outcome, and attention for our clients. Call us now!
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28 Aug, 2024 by Sasha harris
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28 Aug, 2024 by Larry lissauer
28 Aug, 2024 by Nancy giron
Here at F&P we work diligently to help our innocent clients who suffer from personal injury, fall downs, motor vehicle accidents, work place accidents amoung other specialties. We take great pride in providing a dedicated team to acheive the best possible outcome, and attention for our clients. Call us now!
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28 Aug, 2024 by Sasha harris
delicious good and good vibes
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28 Aug, 2024 by Larry lissauer
28 Aug, 2024 by Nancy giron
Here at F&P we work diligently to help our innocent clients who suffer from personal injury, fall downs, motor vehicle accidents, work place accidents amoung other specialties. We take great pride in providing a dedicated team to acheive the best possible outcome, and attention for our clients. Call us now!
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28 Aug, 2024 by Sasha harris
delicious good and good vibes
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28 Aug, 2024 by Larry lissauer
28 Aug, 2024 by Nancy giron
Here at F&P we work diligently to help our innocent clients who suffer from personal injury, fall downs, motor vehicle accidents, work place accidents amoung other specialties. We take great pride in providing a dedicated team to acheive the best possible outcome, and attention for our clients. Call us now!
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28 Aug, 2024 by Sasha harris
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07 Feb, 2024 by Samantha gilman
06 Oct, 2022 by Anonymous
Do I expect to hire a lawyer to win a case no matter what? NO. Do I expect a lawyer to hold my hand and tell me everything is going to be fine and the world is made up of marshmallows? NO. What I expect is a attorney who takes your money to
1. Communicate with his client
2. Demand/find facts pertaining to his clients case
3. Fight for his client
4. Be somewhat honest (can’t expect complete honesty from anyone)
5. Have some level of professionalism.
Respect is earned not given. Kevin puts on a decent show, gives you some false hope. Literally as soon as he demanded the payment for retainer he left the room and didn’t come back. Reschedules first court date and doesn’t notify me, doesn’t have his office notify me.
Deliberately gave me the wrong time for court appearance. If he did honestly mix up the time then his incompetence is even more concerning.
I fired my first attorney because he committed malpractice and Kevin is honestly worse. I found 2 very high end attorneys who I wanted to replace Kevin with and they won’t touch my case because “the attorneys” made a complete mess of my case.
Seriously look elsewhere or represent yourself. Save yourself the money, stress and time you will waste on Kevin and his incompetencey.
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04 May, 2022 by Anonymous
Kevin is not a good lawyer he doesn’t put time in your matter he takes your money and. Runs took a 5k retainer from me blocked me and wouldn’t return my calls Or wront return my file this guy is someone not to do bussiness with I think the attorney general needs to be contacted to see how many others this has happend to or to see if he Licence to practice or one that takes money and runs !! I have texts to prove it message me for more
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25 Nov, 2023 by Jimmy sabia
Joe Gemmati and staff are highly knowledgeable and provide outstanding service
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13 Oct, 2023 by Sueann armstrong
Mr Gematti was wonderful, walked me thru what I needed to know
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22 Sep, 2023 by Sean
17 Jul, 2024 by John d
I can not give enough praise to Greg Dantznan and the firm Dantznan & Dantznan. Greg was professional, compassionate, comforting, and non-judgemental from the very first moment I met him for my free consultation. When I first spoke with Greg I was at my wits end with what to do. Greg sat with me patiently and went through every option and helped me understand the direction I was able to move forward in. He made me feel relaxed and helped me understand the process, from beginning to end.
Thank you Greg, I really can't explain what you have done for our family and how amazing your firm really is. I never given reviews, ever.. But if you are reading this review and you feel lost and not sure what to do... Please take the time to meet with Greg at Dantznan & Dantznan, I promise you... It will be the best decision you could possibly make.
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11 Apr, 2024 by Kurt w. rudiger
Greg is fantastic. When I first started exploring bankruptcy / restructuring options, I was pretty nervous and confused about what I should do.
However, Greg set my mind at ease. He clearly stated what my options were, and helped me determine the best path to take.
He was both very professional and empathetic. I am very grateful I had his help through this process.
If you are contemplating a bankruptcy filing, I highly recommend that you talk to Greg.
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10 Apr, 2024 by Maureen prince
I must say my experience with my lawyer, I was scared couldn’t believe I fell off but dantzman& dantzman he made me feel relax and confident about myself, no more phone call I don’t feel stressed like I was I can thank him enough such a great person he gave me the knowledge about everything if you ever want apiece of mine please go to him and I promise you are in good hands that’s the layer to talk to he is the best
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17 Jul, 2024 by John d
I can not give enough praise to Greg Dantznan and the firm Dantznan & Dantznan. Greg was professional, compassionate, comforting, and non-judgemental from the very first moment I met him for my free consultation. When I first spoke with Greg I was at my wits end with what to do. Greg sat with me patiently and went through every option and helped me understand the direction I was able to move forward in. He made me feel relaxed and helped me understand the process, from beginning to end.
Thank you Greg, I really can't explain what you have done for our family and how amazing your firm really is. I never given reviews, ever.. But if you are reading this review and you feel lost and not sure what to do... Please take the time to meet with Greg at Dantznan & Dantznan, I promise you... It will be the best decision you could possibly make.
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11 Apr, 2024 by Kurt w. rudiger
Greg is fantastic. When I first started exploring bankruptcy / restructuring options, I was pretty nervous and confused about what I should do.
However, Greg set my mind at ease. He clearly stated what my options were, and helped me determine the best path to take.
He was both very professional and empathetic. I am very grateful I had his help through this process.
If you are contemplating a bankruptcy filing, I highly recommend that you talk to Greg.
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10 Apr, 2024 by Maureen prince
I must say my experience with my lawyer, I was scared couldn’t believe I fell off but dantzman& dantzman he made me feel relax and confident about myself, no more phone call I don’t feel stressed like I was I can thank him enough such a great person he gave me the knowledge about everything if you ever want apiece of mine please go to him and I promise you are in good hands that’s the layer to talk to he is the best
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25 May, 2024 by Velinda
Hi, this Attorney was my lawyer for a cold case 14 and a half year old murder, he did not believe I was innocent, it was a mistrial, my DNA, Fingerprints wasn't even at the crime scene and the DA witthness were all had criminal records and my alibi dated that the police pressured him to change the time of when I got to his house so it would look like I was there at the murder it's sad that it would take a woman I only have a misdemeanor on her record and put her as a violent fella because the Poughkeepsie Police department did not do a thorough job in 1990 they even wanted me to wear a wire and when they search my house the footprint my sneaker was too small for the footprint that was left in the blood in that man's house so everybody isn't just and the judicial system in the supreme Court in Poughkeepsie New York.
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03 Mar, 2023 by Anonymous
Bruce and his staff worked hard to get me a fair outcome from a bogus arrest. Their services are top notch and prices are lower than most. Most of all, they are compassionate advocates for their clients.
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02 Mar, 2023 by Anna
Bruce did an excellent job in my family’s estate dispute. He was easy to talk to and made me feel like a friend. I was very happy with the results and I would recommend him to anyone. I’m just a retired person which didn’t have thousands of dollars for an attorney but I sure was glad that I
Hired Bruce.
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29 Jul, 2024 by Diane larusso
31 May, 2024 by Nahum jerezano
The best of the best
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17 May, 2024 by Maha elsayed
This is a very bad place and lawyer, they took my money and did not do anything
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29 Jul, 2024 by Diane larusso
31 May, 2024 by Nahum jerezano
The best of the best
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17 May, 2024 by Maha elsayed
This is a very bad place and lawyer, they took my money and did not do anything
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30 Dec, 2023 by Nate bodon
04 Nov, 2023 by Akif afsar
His office and team very professional they are the best in Landlord tenant issues
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12 Oct, 2023 by Erin fae morrigan
The lawyers are very dedicated and compassionate.
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02 Jul, 2023 by Raddigan bros noise experience
It’s been great working with my real estate lawyer Megan Mossey, and her paralegal Colleen while going through the process of buying a home. They outlined, and assisted me every step of the way alleviating a lot of stress.
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10 Jun, 2021 by Max wolf
I'll remove this if there's anything done to resolve this but they lied to us and gave "good faith" assurances that are leading to thousands of dollars of repairs and being without water for days with a baby.
Do not trust them when they "assure" you of anything. Not trustworthy.
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28 Jan, 2021 by Barbara toledo-buglione
Best Real Estate Law Firm, staff is Fantastic especially Lisa
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02 Jul, 2023 by Raddigan bros noise experience
It’s been great working with my real estate lawyer Megan Mossey, and her paralegal Colleen while going through the process of buying a home. They outlined, and assisted me every step of the way alleviating a lot of stress.
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10 Jun, 2021 by Max wolf
I'll remove this if there's anything done to resolve this but they lied to us and gave "good faith" assurances that are leading to thousands of dollars of repairs and being without water for days with a baby.
Do not trust them when they "assure" you of anything. Not trustworthy.
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28 Jan, 2021 by Barbara toledo-buglione
Best Real Estate Law Firm, staff is Fantastic especially Lisa
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16 Aug, 2024 by Alec charley
My company uses Wallace and Wallace for multiple reasons but mostly for evictions and we couldn't be happier with the service that they provide. Craig, Heather and the rest of the team are great at with they do and at communicating with my self and my team which helps us greatly. I would and have recommend them for your legal needs.
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15 Oct, 2023 by Rob durr
03 Sep, 2023 by Heidi ho
18 Apr, 2021 by Robert awad
13 Jun, 2020 by Angel merchan
Craig help with my house closing, his staff were very professional and prompt
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29 Nov, 2019 by Mr. tony t.
18 Apr, 2021 by Robert awad
13 Jun, 2020 by Angel merchan
Craig help with my house closing, his staff were very professional and prompt
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29 Nov, 2019 by Mr. tony t.
18 Apr, 2021 by Robert awad
13 Jun, 2020 by Angel merchan
Craig help with my house closing, his staff were very professional and prompt
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29 Nov, 2019 by Mr. tony t.
14 Aug, 2022 by Jeffrey
I hired Andrea to take care of the eviction and judgment won against my non-paying tenants in the Court of Woodstock, NY. She effectively communicated, consulted and explained the process from beginning to end, and I feel better knowing that justice was served.
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21 Feb, 2020 by Anonymous
Andrea Gellen handled my case professionally. It went mostly as she had explained it would in our first meeting. She was always in attendance at court during the case. Made sure to provide me with correct information.
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18 Sep, 2019 by Laura
I know Andrea Gellen as a respected attorney in our community. She is very well-versed in special education law, and other areas of practice, and is detail oriented. I have no hesitation in recommending her.
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16 Aug, 2024 by Alec charley
My company uses Wallace and Wallace for multiple reasons but mostly for evictions and we couldn't be happier with the service that they provide. Craig, Heather and the rest of the team are great at with they do and at communicating with my self and my team which helps us greatly. I would and have recommend them for your legal needs.
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15 Oct, 2023 by Rob durr
03 Sep, 2023 by Heidi ho
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24 Jun, 2024 by Alfred kaiser
Beware Sharon in collusion with my wife’s attorney miss represented real estate holdings and my rights under the law. My ex is by far the charming of us two. Due to chronic migraines I’m not that sharp but I taped our conversations. I vetted transcripts of her statements with an attorney who agreed to the above but said she pays her dues the bar will do nothing. And so it goes I’m handicapped and can no longer work and my wife got 250k more than the provides.
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28 May, 2024 by Barbara gonzalez
After two separate recommendations for this particular firm, I decided to pursue potential representation.
I called three separate times over the course of three weeks (Left a message with someone in the office and left two on the answering machine).
I have never received a response.
Baffled.
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26 Mar, 2024 by E ewing
Maura and her staff were very professional and fair. Her advice and work resulted in a much less stressful process and a more satisfactory outcome for everyone involved. The fees were also very reasonable.
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24 Jun, 2024 by Alfred kaiser
Beware Sharon in collusion with my wife’s attorney miss represented real estate holdings and my rights under the law. My ex is by far the charming of us two. Due to chronic migraines I’m not that sharp but I taped our conversations. I vetted transcripts of her statements with an attorney who agreed to the above but said she pays her dues the bar will do nothing. And so it goes I’m handicapped and can no longer work and my wife got 250k more than the provides.
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28 May, 2024 by Barbara gonzalez
After two separate recommendations for this particular firm, I decided to pursue potential representation.
I called three separate times over the course of three weeks (Left a message with someone in the office and left two on the answering machine).
I have never received a response.
Baffled.
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26 Mar, 2024 by E ewing
Maura and her staff were very professional and fair. Her advice and work resulted in a much less stressful process and a more satisfactory outcome for everyone involved. The fees were also very reasonable.
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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.
