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01 Apr, 2024 by Jonathan eberly
Justus helped me take care of my case while I lived 2000 miles away allowing me to keep my license and family together. I didn't have to fly to WA once he took care of everything so I could take care of my family. Truly an incredible lawyer.
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08 Mar, 2024 by Amberly
From the moment that I talked to Justus prior to being assigned to him as my court appointed counsel, I was going to hire him. We spoke a few months before being back in the State. As fortune turned and I couldn't hire him it was by luck that he was to be my assigned counsel. Justus worked and fought extremely hard to make sure that I didn't see prison walls and I was allowed the opportunity to stay being a mom, a recovery Coach, a peer support counselor, and a human. Thank you Justus for believing in me. Trust me if you knew how many times it took me to get it in my thick skull that DUI's are not fun than you would know exactly why I would have hired him. He had faith in my 6th chance. Thank you Justus!! Keep it up yo!! You the real MVP
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29 Jan, 2024 by Meagan
Justus did amazing! I honestly don't know which way my case would have gone, hadn't we found him! He was thorough and dug into my dui/reckless case with ease. It was nice to find out that my case was really simple with how low my numbers were and everything was dismissed!
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23 Feb, 2024 by Iaff local 656
Spencer provided excellent guidance during our union negotiations. We appreciated his reasonable approach and calm advise while assisting us with meetings and strategic planning. He was always accessible and responsive to any questions or guidance we required. Our local has utilized his expertise multiple times in the past and will continue to rely upon him in regards to any future labor issues that occur. Thank you, Spencer.
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09 Feb, 2024 by Kevin
Spencer has been a pivotal piece of our collective bargaining team for multiple years. His knowledge regarding worker rights and collective bargaining agreements has been pivotal in our ability to negotiate better wages, hours, and working conditions for our work groups. Spencer has assisted us with employee representation, worker injuries, corrective action, and negotiations, providing balanced direction towards a reasonable resolution. I look forward to his continued guidance in the future.
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08 Feb, 2024 by Ann-marie
I hired Spencer and vanguard law firm to assist me with an MVA that occurred in November 2021. From the beginning Spencer and his team were thorough, compassionate, very communicative, and explain things well, so that a layman, like my husband and I, could understand what was going on. We just settled the case, and the results far exceeded my expectations.
If you are in need of a personal injury or an employment attorney, you would do well to hire Spencer and vanguard law firm!
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02 Jan, 2019 by Edwin
First time filing and I must say, if you are in need of a competent bankruptcy attorney and team of professionals to help navigate you through the complexities of paperwork involved.
Brittany and her assistant Jayne have you covered! They were just amazing to say the least.
Being self employed with very unstable income would have been to confusing to fill out all the paperwork correctly and screw up on my part without their help, causing possible dismissal. It was worth every penny spent on making sure it didn't.
I filed at the end of Sept and had my debt discharged at the end of December. Now it's time for me to move on, rebuilt my credit and not make the same mistakes that I had done before.
Thanks again for everything!
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16 Jul, 2018 by Jennifer
We hired Brittany for our Chapter 13 bankruptcy a couple of years ago. She is very knowledgeable and thorough. She went above and beyond to help us and answer every question we had. Recently we requested to incur debt and purchase a house. Brittany gave us the same great advice, help and guidance that she gave with the initial filing and then some. We cannot recommend her enough. Thank you for everything Brittany!!!
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02 May, 2018 by Anonymous
We hired Brittany to handle our Ch. 13 bankruptcy. She knows the Kitsap BK landscape and was able to develop a strategy which saved our home and kept costs down. She's a great communicator and handled everything with high ethics and professionalism.
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25 Nov, 2017 by Jennifer manlowe
Joni and I met at my house to discuss options before I would hire her. She wanted me to know the details of what she needed and what to expect in court. I found her to be extremely knowledgeable and straightforward.
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22 Jul, 2015 by Anonymous
The first time I spoke with Joni I was impressed by her expertise and also her ability to really listen. Initially, Joni made sure that I had realistic expectations by telling me the percentage of applicants who are approved, the worst-case scenario time-wise, etc. She is a very clear communicator, was really patient when I didn't understand something about my case, and was responsive when I called or emailed her with questions or concerns. I'm very aware that quality of professionals in any field varies, but I knew that with Jonie I was in good hands. She was always on top of the developments in my case and kept me up to date. Additionally, Jone related to me as a person, not just a case. That such a great lawyer was available on the Kitsap peninsula was a real surprise; I had assumed that I'd have to go to Seattle to have a chance at finding a lawyer with Joni's expertise. Thanks Joni!
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08 Jul, 2015 by Wendy
I cannot express how grateful I am to Joni Derifield for the help she gave me with my fight for my disability benefits! She won my case after I had been denied. She is knowledgeable about dealing with Social Security, and made sure I knew exactly what was happening as well as options along the way. The thing I respect the most was the integrity that she brought to the process. She believed in me, and that is not something you are used to when dealing with SSA. I would highly recommend Joni’s services if you have to deal with Social Security.
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18 Jun, 2024 by Elemo
I had the pleasure of working with Zach as my lawyer, and I am incredibly impressed with the service I received. Zach was always easy to communicate with, making himself available whenever I had questions or concerns. He consistently provided an A-level of customer service, demonstrating his dedication and commitment to my case. Thank you, Zach, for fighting hard for me and ensuring the best possible outcome. Your professionalism and relentless effort are deeply appreciated!
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08 Dec, 2023 by Travis
I had originally contracted with his senior partner. Due to a medical emergency I was given the option to switch to Zach. It was like nothing had ever changed. His management of my case, his advice, and general presence are of an attorney many years his senior. I never had a single moment where I doubted his ability or professionalism. In addition, Zach was very personable as well. His ability to interpret a situation, and read an individual were very impressive. I am thankful that I found an amazing source of representation from him.
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18 Aug, 2022 by Emily
I highly recommend Zach Thal if you need help navigating an employment concern. I hired Zach and Spencer Thal to represent me in a lawsuit against my employer for gender discrimination, and I am so glad I did. They took my case to trial, and won!
Zach prepared me to be deposed by opposing counsel, and also accompanied me to the deposition. Being deposed is a very stressful and invasive process, but Zach told me what to expect and helped me stay calm. I'm so glad he was there to support me during the hours of questioning.
Zach also prepared me to be a witness for myself during the trial. He developed questions for me to answer to share my story and experience. It was very awkward to tell a jury full of strangers about the emotional pain I suffered as a result of the employment discrimination, but Zach got me through it. When I was being cross examined, he protected me by objecting to irrelevant questions, which I really appreciated.
I urge you to Zach Thal if you think that you are being discriminated against at work. He took me and my case seriously and secured a win for me at trial.
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12 Sep, 2018 by Ken
Maureen wrote our wills, power of attorney and health care directive. She did an excellent job of listening to our wishes and completing everything in the manner and time frame we requested.
I have already directed more people to her.
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27 Jul, 2018 by Brenda
Maureen was very thorough, thoughtful, and informative in all our dealings. She is easy to communicate with and takes the time to listen.
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02 Feb, 2018 by Leann
Maureen Ray did an excellent job of helping me with a reverse mortgage lawsuit against my brother and I after the death of my father. She stayed on top of it and got things done and kept me informed during the whole process. I will definitely use her again if the need ever arises again.
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30 Jan, 2019 by John
Having just turned 60 years old, the time had come to update my and my wife's wills. I phoned two lawyers. One never did return my call. The other lawyer I called was Jan. Despite it being late on a Friday afternoon, she answered immediately! She took the time to understand our needs and promptly sent me a multi page form to complete. About a week later we met to review her work and recommendations. Jan set up a trust for us, updated our wills, provided a durable power of attorney and a health care power of attorney. After everything was signed and notarized (Jan is a Notary Public) she provided all documents in a tabbed 3 ring binder for easy reference. All documents were also scanned and emailed to me. As such, we now also have it stored on a thumb drive. Access to Jan, her attention to detail, sense of urgency and skill in this area of the law are each impressive. Taken together, these attributes separate Jan from almost all others in the profession. I would certainly endorse and recommend Jan for any estate planning needs.
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26 Jul, 2017 by Daniel adamen
Our company retained Janean Kelly, MBA, JD, in early 2016 for a contract dispute between our firm and a delinquent corporate client, a Washington corporation, with the case to be heard in Nevada. Ms. Kelly is a business attorney, local to our office, and is licensed both in Washington State and Nevada; thus, she was the logical choice for our needs, and we were not disappointed. We felt we were represented exceptionally well by Ms. Kelly in that matter. Her expertise in business, business law and contracts was evident, but she also was able to make complicated legal issues understandable to the layperson. Also, and importantly, through the course of the case, Ms. Kelly was excellent at communicating regularly the status of the case and prompt in returning all communications from us. Although the case for which we retained Ms. Kelly’s services has since settled, we continue to utilize her services for all our business needs.
Quite simply, her work ethics are beyond reproach. We highly recommend the services of Janean Kelly, MBA, JD.
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03 Jan, 2017 by Kamron
Jan handles my company's contracts, contract review and real estate transactions. Her attention to detail is second to none. A particular review resulted in a long-established mortgage company making several revisions and additions to their boiler plate agreements because of the shortfalls and errors Jan discovered.
Jan is thoughtful, thorough, and attentive. She always has your back...
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29 Jan, 2024 by Daryl
Chris was an absolute Godsend for my case. He was thorough, didn't rush the process at all, and was able to negotiate a fair settlement for my case. Highly recommend!
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03 Feb, 2023 by Nancy
Christopher Lund was my attorney for a personal injury case. My case had a positive outcome due to his tenacity and his ability to communicate and negotiate with the opposing party. I appreciated his frequent updates and his detailed coaching before the deposition. Negotiating appears to be his forte as he was able to arbitrate in my favor. Very professional in communicating. Office staff were also very helpful and responded in a timely manner.
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14 Jul, 2019 by Sharon
Chris works at Becker Franklin Rovang, PLLC and was my attorney for a car accident I was involved in three years ago. He counseled me when I had to make a deposition, then arbitration and a final settlement with my own insurance company. He was always available and approachable to answer my questions, and keep me apprised every step of the way. I was also appreciative of Chris's advice to be realistic, but we weren't going to back down from what we believed would be a fair settlement. I would definitely recommend Chris as an attorney to anyone who wants results!
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13 Jun, 2024 by Anonymous
Chris was a fantastic lawyer. He demonstrated exceptional professionalism, expertise, and genuine care for my well-being. Throughout the entire process, Chris maintained open and transparent communication. He promptly responded to my calls and emails, providing clear explanations and guidance at every step. I always felt informed and reassured, knowing that my case was in capable hands. Chris took the time to listen to my concerns, address my questions, and provide much-needed support during a challenging time. His caring approach made a significant difference in my overall experience and helped alleviate much of the stress associated with my injury.
Thanks to Chris's dedication and advocacy on my behalf, we were able to settle my case. I am incredibly grateful for the positive outcome; without Chris, I truly believe my case would not have settled where it did. Overall, working with Chris was an absolute pleasure and I highly recommend him to anyone. Chris is not only a skilled advocate but also extremely supportive and someone who prioritizes his clients' well-being above all else.
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25 May, 2023 by Clayton
I recently used Christian Ray for some legal help and he was successful. He's a very good communicator and keeps his clients up to date with what's going on. I will continue to use Christian for all my business needs moving forward. You are in good hands with Chris.
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19 Sep, 2011 by Beckyholexa
Ryan is a Corporate attorney with a wealth of knowledge. His fees are reasonable especially for attorney in downtown Seattle. If are starting a company and need some legal help he is the one to call.
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09 Apr, 2018 by Anonymous
Kate Gamble was recommended to me by two friends, one of whom is an attorney and the other is an RN. Ms.Gamble came to my house and we sat together for over an hour as I told her who it was I wanted to act as the Executor my estate after my death and who it was I wanted to inherit and what it was I wanted each person to inherit and if there was something in particular I wanted to go to specific friends or family or organizations. Ms. Gamble listened carefully, answered any questions I had and made sure I understood everything. She is clearly an experienced and intelligent Attorney and I could not be more happy with the whole experience. I highly recommend her.
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21 Jan, 2020 by Leanne
We used Jennifer as a notary. Then we hired her for several documents to update our wills, power of attorneys, estate planning, medical directives. She was fabulous. Thorough and gave us peace of mind.
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02 May, 2013 by Timothy
I hired Mr. Treacy on behalf of my family to handle a complicated guardianship/estate/probate matter on behalf of our family. Mr. Treacy was not only extremely knowledgeable about the law, but he also was responsive and supportive during a challenging time. Our entire family appreciates his professionalism and attention to detail.
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01 Aug, 2018 by Timothy byron
Last Attorney we saw was in November, 2017. Don't think it was this man.
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23 Feb, 2022 by Anonymous
Ten years ago Richard was just ok. Although recommending a Special Needs Trust for my parents' wills turned out to be an unnecessary and expensive proposition. In needing to dissolve this SNT following both of their passing, we sought a meeting with him, but had a Zoom meeting instead. He simply read our emailed questions back to us with out answering them. He was not helpful and seemed to be confused, just referring us to other associates for things we needed.
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15 Dec, 2012 by John
Two years ago my wife and I selected Richard on the strength of friends' recommendations. We very quickly realized we had chosen wisely. He prepared a complete estate planning package for us - trust, wills, durable powers of attorney for asset management and health care, and advance health directives. At first meeting he projected a quiet confidence that immediately set us at ease. From initial conference through document filing Richard was the consummate professional, knowledgeable, approachable, thoughtful, responsive, patient, and caring. His staff also exhibited those same fine attributes throughout. Together Richard and staff made our estate planning a most pleasant and productive experience.
Richard brings to his practice many strengths. The ones we most appreciated were his willingness to listen carefully to what we thought were our needs, his ability to clarify a complex subject and thereby help us better understand and refine our needs, and his calm, reassuring manner of gently guiding - never pushing - us toward the products most appropriate to meet those needs.
Three months ago we again had need of Richard's services. We received a panicked call from the escrow company handling the refinance of our home advising we needed to remove it from our trust 'right then' in order for the refinance to move forward to closing a few days away. I phoned Richard at 5:00 pm that day and the next morning at 10:00 am we were in his office signing the necessary documents. No muss, no fuss, just a great example of the exemplary service Richard and staff routinely provide.
Richard was an absolute delight to work with throughout the entire estate planning process and again during our recent need for his expertise and services. We've already recommended him to friends and will continue to do so. I don't suppose anyone looks forward to requiring legal services, but it's comforting to know that when that time inevitably comes again we'll be able to turn to Richard for support.
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12 Apr, 2012 by Carol
Mr. Tizzano helped us with my mother's estate and care planning before she began her journey into Alzheimer's. He helped us with everything we needed: wills, living wills, power of attorneys, etc. He even recommended good care facilities and answered the many questions we had. He is very informed, professional, and well-connected. We highly recommend him and will use him in the future.
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16 Jun, 2012 by Anonymous
My case was not a money maker for either one of us, but John Dolese took my case anyway and after just a few short months, I got what I deserved......He answered all my questions, and explained to me when I did not understand. He is a great lawyer and a nice human being which is hard to find in lawyers....
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30 Jun, 2011 by Wendy
John has assisted my family on several occasions and on every matter we have had great outcomes. I highly recommend John for all your legal matters.
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14 May, 2011 by Anonymous
John Dolese assisted me during an extremely difficult time with our family's business after my husband's death. He provided all the necessary information, options, opinions and legal advice as well as providing a compassionate understanding for the difficulties which confronted our family. He worked tirelessly on my behalf and was tough-minded when necessary and always fair in his assessments. He was a source of great strength and legal competence. I would not have wanted to tackle this situation without his wisdom and counsel. I can highly recommend Mr. Dolese without reservation. Lawyers such as John Dolese are rare.
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10 May, 2022 by Vita
Matt has assisted me with a pre-nuptial agreement. He has always taken his time to explain, kept true to his word, acted and responded to all matters in a timely manner and was able to translate the legal wording into something everyone can understand. Matt has been a pleasure to work with. A true gem in the legal field in this area.
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09 Mar, 2022 by Nancy
My family acquired some lakefront property and decided to form an Limited Liability Company to manage it as a business within our family. We really had minimal knowledge or experience in this area.
We hired Matt to steer us through this process, and found him very helpful.
He provided clear explanations of the formation of the LLC, offering us guidance and options along the way to fine tune it to meet our particular situation.
He answered our myriad questions in a knowledgeable, skilled fashion, meeting with us both in person and via Zoom and emails as often as we needed. The end result is a functioning LLC that is formulated to meet our family’s needs and specifications as well as fulfill all the the legal requirements of a licensed corporation.
This was not an easy process, but his expertise and calm demeanor got us effectively past many difficulties. I would highly recommend Matt Lind for your family’s legal/estate planning needs.
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23 Feb, 2022 by Anonymous
Matt was referred to us by one of his associates, Richard Tizzano. Matt is not responsive by phone and extremely slow with completing the most basic tasks. He took several months to complete setting up an LLC. He met with the prospective members numerous times answering questions about both the LLC and the Special Needs Trust from which the assets would come. Subsequently, he took on the case of dissolving the SNT, in which only some of the beneficiaries were involved in the LLC. He never met with both of the co-executors of the SNT, and was conflicted in his actions by favoring the members of the LLC over the other beneficiaries. He never took meeting requests or returned phone calls from the co-executor who was not part of the LLC! It was a definite conflict of interest on his part. He made numerous errors in his calculations and capital gains tax implications. He definitely should not be advertising himself as a Real Estate attorney.
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10 Oct, 2023 by Araceli
Atty Charles Wade Peach is an excellent Lawyer. I had him as my Divorce Lawyer in 2012. He listened to me and understand my situation. He was all supportive and very intelligent about my case. He loves to help people especially those low income person and all walks of life. I was so impressed by his legal advise. For me he is the best Divorce Lawyer in Poulsbo WA or any parts of WA state. He was patient , with emphaty and symphaty for his clients. I would hire Attorney Charles Wade Peach any day to take my case. I would recommend Atty Charles Peach to anybody seeking legal counsel.
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12 Jun, 2021 by Diana
Charles Peach is a top notch, top of his game,
SUPER ATTORNEY! He represented me through the MOST DIFFICULT case. I was worried what would happen if it went the wrong way. Charles worked long hard hours with me on this case preparing for every possible situation. He looked at every possible angle, knew every law, and was totally prepared. Charles got surprisingly VERY AGGRESSIVE at just the right moment in the courtroom, which I had not seen before. When the other side threw in " surprises" Charles stood tough and knew EXACTLY how to handle it. He didn't let their games sway him. He has integrity, manners and is well respected. I am grateful for his knowledge and expertise. His hard work saved me from what otherwise could have been a terrible future. Don't put your faith in a beginner attorney.. Trust an attorney that KNOWS WHAT HE IS DOING, AND KNOWS WHAT THEY ARE THINKING AND DOING! Trust in Charles Peach. THANKS TO CHARLES PEACH I CAN SLEEP AT NIGHT,, NO MORE CRYING!! He PROVED MY INNOCENCE! Look NO FURTHER. Charles Peach is MY HERO!!!
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09 Jan, 2021 by Suzy
Very attentive to clients needs. Experienced and knowledgeable. I would highly recommend “the county lawyer” next time you are in need of quality representation.
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22 Mar, 2018 by Bernadette
I used Rhonda to set up a will and a trust. As other's have said, she's straightforward and very knowledgeable. She is thoughtful in her recommendations and explains the law and lets you make the decisions. I do not understand the negative reviews. Perhaps they were disappointed when Rhonda stood up for the rights of her elder clients instead of family members.
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19 Jan, 2018 by Anonymous
My mother had dementia and hired her. This attorney disposed of her property, put her in a nursing home, and never contacted family. Once I realized what was happening and emailed this attorney, she responded with "your mother never wants to see you or hear from you ever again." Proceed with caution, her name rude(wo)man says it all.
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03 Apr, 2016 by Anonymous
I was referred to Ronda by another highly recommended attorney who was unavailable. I am real impressed by her knowledge of her subject area and straightforwardness in her dealings. When my Mom was unable to come to her office, Rhonda came to the nursing home for her to sign things. She also knew what to do to make things easier for everyone. I can see where men may have a problem with her if they have issues with strong women. If you want someone who really knows the in and outs of her specialty, I highly recommend her.
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06 Mar, 2017 by Anonymous
I went to Mr. Moran, even though his price was higher then most around our area. Pros: he was quick to get us in, and he was straight to the point. Cons: He got frustrated when we had additional questions about our case, and he did not explain certain things clearly like, our house and auto loans. I had a quick question about our bankruptcy a year and half after it was discharged, and he did not return our calls, I even offered to pay for the answer, and I actually had to consult another attorney for free because he never responded. My co-worker was doing bankruptcy same time we were, and found a cheaper lawyer in Silverdale, who accepted payments, and also made sure all questions were answered.
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07 Jul, 2014 by Gena
Mr Moran took care of my chapter 7 filing that came up in the middle of a very acrimonious divorce, he was quick, reassuring, understanding & never made me feel terrified the way the divorce process did.
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18 Sep, 2021 by Noo
This attorney literally racked up the charges for every little thing. Even when my ex and I had agreed to everything he continued to draw our case out. He billed us for all the times he couldn’t remember that we had already addressed things. It’s as if he was scared as the opposing counsel. Find someone else seriously. Wish I saw these other reviews before I ever hired him.
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01 Dec, 2017 by Toni
Gave a $2000.00 retainer for divorce June 16th, 2016. After multiple phone calls over a year period nothing (NOTHING) was done! My check was cashed, I have the cancelled check right here. Now it is December 1st, 2017 and now I have to write a letter to get my money back? WTF! Don't ever use this A HOLE and I'll be writing a letter to the bar association.
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23 Apr, 2013 by Dana
I was pulled over for a tail light being out over Memorial Day weekend 2010, as I was pulling in to my apartment driveway.The policemen smelled alcohol, I told him I'd had a couple of beers. Did the field sobriety test, I can't balance on one leg straight or sober, bad hips. He breathalyzed me and I blew a .086. First time I've ever been in trouble and I was mortified. The officer said that I'd crossed a yellow line and was driving on the wrong side of the road, not true! I crossed 2 yellow lines ( the turning lane) to get in to my apartment driveway, that's the only way to get in to the parking lot, it's not an illegal move. The officer lied about that and also said that he would take the tail light charge off of my ticket, as if he were doing me a favor, but later I realized, after reading the ticket, he made it look as if I were driving on the wrong side of the road and that's why he pulled me over, lying SOB! Since this has happened to me, I've heard terrible stories about this cop abusing his power, I'm filing a complaint against him next, didn't know that I could! I was scared, in a new town, didn't know anyone, I've never been in trouble before and I call a local lawyer- Mr. Franz. Big mistake! Should have called a professional DUI lawyer like Steve Bennet. Mr. Franz said "give me $2000 and I'll make it go away on your record, you'll do 2 years probation and that will be it". He also said "not to worry about going to the DMV courts" which was a total misrepresentation on his part to ignore. Stupid me, trusting Mr. Franz with my best interests at heart. I have been in compliance with my probation, I don't drink and drive, I've done all my courses etc... But since Mr. Franz neglected to represent me in the DMV courts, I now have a .08 on my drivers abstract, and that stays on your record FOREVER ! This means that I cannot go to Canada. It also means that I cannot apply for any of the high security background jobs that I once held before I owned a catering company and now my own restaurant. I know that it was wrong of me to drive after drinking. I get it, never again. Over the last 18 months, I've heard story after story of people getting off on DUI charges that have blown twice the limit as I did. One of them used public defenders, which are free, the others have used proper DUI lawyers. Not that I think that this is a good thing. I would have been more accepting of my charges had I been so dangerously over the limit. It's a little scary that these people are getting off and recommitting crimes, even killing people. But I made a bad mistake, and was busted in my driveway. I was already home, and not pulled over for reckless driving, just a tail light. So thank you Mr. Franz, for not doing your job, and ruining my chances of gainful employment in the future. You didn't even want to hear about my side of the story with the cop. So far I've gone all the way through the interviewing process for 2 flight attendant jobs,only to be rejected for having a .08 on my abstract. I'm up for a position now. It's a great job, based in NY, with free apartment and $75k a year, but I'm expecting that once they do my security background check, I won't get that job either because Mr Franz neglected to peruse the DMV courts and I will forever have that .08 on my driver's abstract. Unfortunately, I have to meet with Mr. Franz for my probation hearing in July, and I'm not looking forward to this. I just want to scream at him for not doing his job properly and just taking the $2000 and not thinking about it twice. What an ahole! DO NOT USE MR. FRANZ FOR A DUI, get a professional. Maybe he's better a practicing other types of law but not DUI cases, be warned! Dirt bag lawyers! Greed is the only thing that drives them. Great that he wanted the money up front as well. Using mr. Franz was worse than losing my kidney in 1990. But the BEST advise I can give you is DON'T DRINK AND DRIVE!
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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.
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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.
