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13 Aug, 2021 by Mick lexington
This is the second time I’ve used Howard Bender’s legal services. Both times the result ended with a positive outcome. As before Howard’s performance was outstanding. From the first consultation I felt a sense of security knowing that, through Howard, a competent and logical legal approach was being applied to my situation. Further, he has great personal communication, I always felt in the know and at ease. I full-heartedly recommend his services.
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22 Feb, 2016 by David
We found Howard on the last day when we needed to file an answer and he did not have a problem with that even in such last minute. It turned out he found the party's lawsuit baseless and convinced them to dismiss without ever going to court. I wish more attorneys think like Howard as he is very good in details and understanding of Biz agreements. I will use him again if ever needs arise. I am very thank full we found him as he did the right approach to the case. Keep it up Thanks again.
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26 Sep, 2015 by Marc
I have retained Howard for many transactions including lease negotiations, sale of a business and customer bankruptcy advice. Every time I worked with him he was right on the money with his due diligence, sound go-forward advise, expert research and drafting skills. Each transaction has ended with the result I was seeking. I would highly endorse Howard for his calm and cool demeanor and shark mentality, always resulting in a positive end game
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22 Mar, 2017 by Risi laho
Steven is one of the few attorneys in the whole entire Universe that will give Pro Bono Legal Advice. My partner and I faced so many issues with the Land Lord Tenants through the years and Steve was the only attorney that heard us out and also told us how to proceed without asking for anything or hitting us with an invoice as we know that is what attorneys are known for. I am grateful to have met Steven and looking forward to working with him now and in the future.
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28 Mar, 2013 by Esther
Steven Weisblum is the most capable attorney that I have had the pleasure of dealing with in years. I had other attorney's tell me that my case could not be won and it was an uphill battle to say the least. Then, along came Weisblum, he is brilliant, charismatic and most knowledgeable about landlord tenant law. He outlined exactly what he planned to do to win my case and he followed through. To say I was very pleased to have him on my side is an understatement. Thank you Steve, a job very well done.
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17 Aug, 2016 by Chad
Amy helped me and my ex-wife divorce by mediating. After we failed at trying to divorce with lawyers in court, we took a pause. Court was ridden with conflict and tremendous fees so we went to her. She was able to help us understand the process and accomplish what we needed. If we had gone to her first, we would not have wasted almost $50,000 in fighting in court with lawyers that only wanted to cause more disputes. Thank you!
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27 Jan, 2016 by D
Mrs. Slotnick was referred to me by a friend whose divorce she mediated. She came highly recommended from someone that I consider to be very meticulous. She helped me with a small business issue. She was my second lawyer after firing the first one for not knowing the facts of my case. Needless to say that Amy was awesome, saved me a ton of money by avoiding a court battle and she out negotiated the pants off of the other lawyer. I cannot recommend her high enough. She just gets it.
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24 Nov, 2015 by Cecil
Yvette Gonzalez Quinson is a professional who takes her work very seriously and is deeply committed to a job well done. My company was able to have an excellent contract with a national certified healthcare provider. She always exhibits the highest standards of trust and loyalty.
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16 Mar, 2015 by Ralf
Mrs. Rudich made a difficult situation as easy to understand as possible. She fought hard for my rights and represented my and my company flawlessly. As a result of her advice, guidance and hard work, we were successful with our case.
I could not recommend and attorney or a law firm more highly!!
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31 May, 2012 by Anonymous
I engaged Laura Lutjen for a matter involving a cancelled life insurance application. She gave me guidance and some avenues to pursue to right the situation and seek a new life insurance broker. I felt better after speaking with her and have confidence that I can resolve the matter to my benefit. It is an upsetting situation but after speaking to Laura Lutjen I have a better idea of my rights and what my needs are.
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14 Apr, 2017 by Frankie calabro
When faced with a family crisis, I consulted Donna Drumm, because she is compassionate, understanding, and without hesitation, went that extra mile for my family and I, which in this day and age, means a lot. knowlegable, sweet, and so understanding of my family situation with a solid foundation in the law, really put my mind at ease. I can't thank her enough. All lawyers should take example from her, because besides the law, she's a human first, and puts others before herself.
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31 Jan, 2011 by Alex
Robin is an outstandingly knowledgable and thorough leasing attorney, assisting in the review of a somewhat complicated tri-party lease assignment. She understood the context of the short-term nature of our lease, and the business impacts and pressures associated with our needs - namely, she is a business-person's attorney, and clearly outlines the risks associated with each point of concern.
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21 May, 2024 by Hole
Some ginger guy agreed to be my lawyer but he kept insisting I take his 'vision'? He also said "Hey girlie hold still'" a lot. He was strange but 10/10 would recommend! I even got to fight a strange whale at the end of it all.
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15 May, 2024 by Joo_bachi
I asked this guy to be my lawyer for something regarding a vision and he said "Sure thing girlie, I'll take care of it." And he somehow got thrown into jail. Next thing I know, a big whale emerges through the floor. It was a very odd experience having him as my lawyer but he's chill enough.
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06 Apr, 2024 by Carol marinaccio
4 months ago Mom was sent to a nursing home for rehab and then was transferred to long term care. We fought long and hard to get her out and bring her home. We were given excuse after excuse as to why she needed to stay there. Without Nicholas Khayumov and his team none of this would have been possible! Mom is now home where she belongs being cared for by her family. We are looking forward to many happy days ahead. We cannot thank you enough!
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21 May, 2024 by Hole
Some ginger guy agreed to be my lawyer but he kept insisting I take his 'vision'? He also said "Hey girlie hold still'" a lot. He was strange but 10/10 would recommend! I even got to fight a strange whale at the end of it all.
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15 May, 2024 by Joo_bachi
I asked this guy to be my lawyer for something regarding a vision and he said "Sure thing girlie, I'll take care of it." And he somehow got thrown into jail. Next thing I know, a big whale emerges through the floor. It was a very odd experience having him as my lawyer but he's chill enough.
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06 Apr, 2024 by Carol marinaccio
4 months ago Mom was sent to a nursing home for rehab and then was transferred to long term care. We fought long and hard to get her out and bring her home. We were given excuse after excuse as to why she needed to stay there. Without Nicholas Khayumov and his team none of this would have been possible! Mom is now home where she belongs being cared for by her family. We are looking forward to many happy days ahead. We cannot thank you enough!
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21 May, 2024 by Hole
Some ginger guy agreed to be my lawyer but he kept insisting I take his 'vision'? He also said "Hey girlie hold still'" a lot. He was strange but 10/10 would recommend! I even got to fight a strange whale at the end of it all.
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15 May, 2024 by Joo_bachi
I asked this guy to be my lawyer for something regarding a vision and he said "Sure thing girlie, I'll take care of it." And he somehow got thrown into jail. Next thing I know, a big whale emerges through the floor. It was a very odd experience having him as my lawyer but he's chill enough.
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06 Apr, 2024 by Carol marinaccio
4 months ago Mom was sent to a nursing home for rehab and then was transferred to long term care. We fought long and hard to get her out and bring her home. We were given excuse after excuse as to why she needed to stay there. Without Nicholas Khayumov and his team none of this would have been possible! Mom is now home where she belongs being cared for by her family. We are looking forward to many happy days ahead. We cannot thank you enough!
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10 Jan, 2024 by Maria passarelli
Ms. Fidelibus represented me a while back with a domestic problem. I highly recommend her.
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13 Sep, 2023 by Tim buck 2
Very nice person. Smart, definitely works hard for her clients. Highly recommend!!!!
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08 Jan, 2023 by Anonymous
Best attorney ever!!!! Highly recommend, very caring and always available.
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21 May, 2024 by Hole
Some ginger guy agreed to be my lawyer but he kept insisting I take his 'vision'? He also said "Hey girlie hold still'" a lot. He was strange but 10/10 would recommend! I even got to fight a strange whale at the end of it all.
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15 May, 2024 by Joo_bachi
I asked this guy to be my lawyer for something regarding a vision and he said "Sure thing girlie, I'll take care of it." And he somehow got thrown into jail. Next thing I know, a big whale emerges through the floor. It was a very odd experience having him as my lawyer but he's chill enough.
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06 Apr, 2024 by Carol marinaccio
4 months ago Mom was sent to a nursing home for rehab and then was transferred to long term care. We fought long and hard to get her out and bring her home. We were given excuse after excuse as to why she needed to stay there. Without Nicholas Khayumov and his team none of this would have been possible! Mom is now home where she belongs being cared for by her family. We are looking forward to many happy days ahead. We cannot thank you enough!
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21 May, 2024 by Hole
Some ginger guy agreed to be my lawyer but he kept insisting I take his 'vision'? He also said "Hey girlie hold still'" a lot. He was strange but 10/10 would recommend! I even got to fight a strange whale at the end of it all.
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15 May, 2024 by Joo_bachi
I asked this guy to be my lawyer for something regarding a vision and he said "Sure thing girlie, I'll take care of it." And he somehow got thrown into jail. Next thing I know, a big whale emerges through the floor. It was a very odd experience having him as my lawyer but he's chill enough.
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06 Apr, 2024 by Carol marinaccio
4 months ago Mom was sent to a nursing home for rehab and then was transferred to long term care. We fought long and hard to get her out and bring her home. We were given excuse after excuse as to why she needed to stay there. Without Nicholas Khayumov and his team none of this would have been possible! Mom is now home where she belongs being cared for by her family. We are looking forward to many happy days ahead. We cannot thank you enough!
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21 May, 2024 by Hole
Some ginger guy agreed to be my lawyer but he kept insisting I take his 'vision'? He also said "Hey girlie hold still'" a lot. He was strange but 10/10 would recommend! I even got to fight a strange whale at the end of it all.
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15 May, 2024 by Joo_bachi
I asked this guy to be my lawyer for something regarding a vision and he said "Sure thing girlie, I'll take care of it." And he somehow got thrown into jail. Next thing I know, a big whale emerges through the floor. It was a very odd experience having him as my lawyer but he's chill enough.
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06 Apr, 2024 by Carol marinaccio
4 months ago Mom was sent to a nursing home for rehab and then was transferred to long term care. We fought long and hard to get her out and bring her home. We were given excuse after excuse as to why she needed to stay there. Without Nicholas Khayumov and his team none of this would have been possible! Mom is now home where she belongs being cared for by her family. We are looking forward to many happy days ahead. We cannot thank you enough!
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21 May, 2024 by Hole
Some ginger guy agreed to be my lawyer but he kept insisting I take his 'vision'? He also said "Hey girlie hold still'" a lot. He was strange but 10/10 would recommend! I even got to fight a strange whale at the end of it all.
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15 May, 2024 by Joo_bachi
I asked this guy to be my lawyer for something regarding a vision and he said "Sure thing girlie, I'll take care of it." And he somehow got thrown into jail. Next thing I know, a big whale emerges through the floor. It was a very odd experience having him as my lawyer but he's chill enough.
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06 Apr, 2024 by Carol marinaccio
4 months ago Mom was sent to a nursing home for rehab and then was transferred to long term care. We fought long and hard to get her out and bring her home. We were given excuse after excuse as to why she needed to stay there. Without Nicholas Khayumov and his team none of this would have been possible! Mom is now home where she belongs being cared for by her family. We are looking forward to many happy days ahead. We cannot thank you enough!
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21 May, 2024 by Hole
Some ginger guy agreed to be my lawyer but he kept insisting I take his 'vision'? He also said "Hey girlie hold still'" a lot. He was strange but 10/10 would recommend! I even got to fight a strange whale at the end of it all.
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15 May, 2024 by Joo_bachi
I asked this guy to be my lawyer for something regarding a vision and he said "Sure thing girlie, I'll take care of it." And he somehow got thrown into jail. Next thing I know, a big whale emerges through the floor. It was a very odd experience having him as my lawyer but he's chill enough.
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06 Apr, 2024 by Carol marinaccio
4 months ago Mom was sent to a nursing home for rehab and then was transferred to long term care. We fought long and hard to get her out and bring her home. We were given excuse after excuse as to why she needed to stay there. Without Nicholas Khayumov and his team none of this would have been possible! Mom is now home where she belongs being cared for by her family. We are looking forward to many happy days ahead. We cannot thank you enough!
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21 May, 2024 by Hole
Some ginger guy agreed to be my lawyer but he kept insisting I take his 'vision'? He also said "Hey girlie hold still'" a lot. He was strange but 10/10 would recommend! I even got to fight a strange whale at the end of it all.
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15 May, 2024 by Joo_bachi
I asked this guy to be my lawyer for something regarding a vision and he said "Sure thing girlie, I'll take care of it." And he somehow got thrown into jail. Next thing I know, a big whale emerges through the floor. It was a very odd experience having him as my lawyer but he's chill enough.
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06 Apr, 2024 by Carol marinaccio
4 months ago Mom was sent to a nursing home for rehab and then was transferred to long term care. We fought long and hard to get her out and bring her home. We were given excuse after excuse as to why she needed to stay there. Without Nicholas Khayumov and his team none of this would have been possible! Mom is now home where she belongs being cared for by her family. We are looking forward to many happy days ahead. We cannot thank you enough!
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21 May, 2024 by Hole
Some ginger guy agreed to be my lawyer but he kept insisting I take his 'vision'? He also said "Hey girlie hold still'" a lot. He was strange but 10/10 would recommend! I even got to fight a strange whale at the end of it all.
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15 May, 2024 by Joo_bachi
I asked this guy to be my lawyer for something regarding a vision and he said "Sure thing girlie, I'll take care of it." And he somehow got thrown into jail. Next thing I know, a big whale emerges through the floor. It was a very odd experience having him as my lawyer but he's chill enough.
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06 Apr, 2024 by Carol marinaccio
4 months ago Mom was sent to a nursing home for rehab and then was transferred to long term care. We fought long and hard to get her out and bring her home. We were given excuse after excuse as to why she needed to stay there. Without Nicholas Khayumov and his team none of this would have been possible! Mom is now home where she belongs being cared for by her family. We are looking forward to many happy days ahead. We cannot thank you enough!
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21 May, 2024 by Hole
Some ginger guy agreed to be my lawyer but he kept insisting I take his 'vision'? He also said "Hey girlie hold still'" a lot. He was strange but 10/10 would recommend! I even got to fight a strange whale at the end of it all.
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15 May, 2024 by Joo_bachi
I asked this guy to be my lawyer for something regarding a vision and he said "Sure thing girlie, I'll take care of it." And he somehow got thrown into jail. Next thing I know, a big whale emerges through the floor. It was a very odd experience having him as my lawyer but he's chill enough.
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06 Apr, 2024 by Carol marinaccio
4 months ago Mom was sent to a nursing home for rehab and then was transferred to long term care. We fought long and hard to get her out and bring her home. We were given excuse after excuse as to why she needed to stay there. Without Nicholas Khayumov and his team none of this would have been possible! Mom is now home where she belongs being cared for by her family. We are looking forward to many happy days ahead. We cannot thank you enough!
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21 May, 2024 by Hole
Some ginger guy agreed to be my lawyer but he kept insisting I take his 'vision'? He also said "Hey girlie hold still'" a lot. He was strange but 10/10 would recommend! I even got to fight a strange whale at the end of it all.
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15 May, 2024 by Joo_bachi
I asked this guy to be my lawyer for something regarding a vision and he said "Sure thing girlie, I'll take care of it." And he somehow got thrown into jail. Next thing I know, a big whale emerges through the floor. It was a very odd experience having him as my lawyer but he's chill enough.
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06 Apr, 2024 by Carol marinaccio
4 months ago Mom was sent to a nursing home for rehab and then was transferred to long term care. We fought long and hard to get her out and bring her home. We were given excuse after excuse as to why she needed to stay there. Without Nicholas Khayumov and his team none of this would have been possible! Mom is now home where she belongs being cared for by her family. We are looking forward to many happy days ahead. We cannot thank you enough!
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21 May, 2024 by Hole
Some ginger guy agreed to be my lawyer but he kept insisting I take his 'vision'? He also said "Hey girlie hold still'" a lot. He was strange but 10/10 would recommend! I even got to fight a strange whale at the end of it all.
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15 May, 2024 by Joo_bachi
I asked this guy to be my lawyer for something regarding a vision and he said "Sure thing girlie, I'll take care of it." And he somehow got thrown into jail. Next thing I know, a big whale emerges through the floor. It was a very odd experience having him as my lawyer but he's chill enough.
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06 Apr, 2024 by Carol marinaccio
4 months ago Mom was sent to a nursing home for rehab and then was transferred to long term care. We fought long and hard to get her out and bring her home. We were given excuse after excuse as to why she needed to stay there. Without Nicholas Khayumov and his team none of this would have been possible! Mom is now home where she belongs being cared for by her family. We are looking forward to many happy days ahead. We cannot thank you enough!
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21 May, 2024 by Hole
Some ginger guy agreed to be my lawyer but he kept insisting I take his 'vision'? He also said "Hey girlie hold still'" a lot. He was strange but 10/10 would recommend! I even got to fight a strange whale at the end of it all.
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15 May, 2024 by Joo_bachi
I asked this guy to be my lawyer for something regarding a vision and he said "Sure thing girlie, I'll take care of it." And he somehow got thrown into jail. Next thing I know, a big whale emerges through the floor. It was a very odd experience having him as my lawyer but he's chill enough.
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06 Apr, 2024 by Carol marinaccio
4 months ago Mom was sent to a nursing home for rehab and then was transferred to long term care. We fought long and hard to get her out and bring her home. We were given excuse after excuse as to why she needed to stay there. Without Nicholas Khayumov and his team none of this would have been possible! Mom is now home where she belongs being cared for by her family. We are looking forward to many happy days ahead. We cannot thank you enough!
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21 May, 2024 by Hole
Some ginger guy agreed to be my lawyer but he kept insisting I take his 'vision'? He also said "Hey girlie hold still'" a lot. He was strange but 10/10 would recommend! I even got to fight a strange whale at the end of it all.
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15 May, 2024 by Joo_bachi
I asked this guy to be my lawyer for something regarding a vision and he said "Sure thing girlie, I'll take care of it." And he somehow got thrown into jail. Next thing I know, a big whale emerges through the floor. It was a very odd experience having him as my lawyer but he's chill enough.
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06 Apr, 2024 by Carol marinaccio
4 months ago Mom was sent to a nursing home for rehab and then was transferred to long term care. We fought long and hard to get her out and bring her home. We were given excuse after excuse as to why she needed to stay there. Without Nicholas Khayumov and his team none of this would have been possible! Mom is now home where she belongs being cared for by her family. We are looking forward to many happy days ahead. We cannot thank you enough!
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21 May, 2024 by Hole
Some ginger guy agreed to be my lawyer but he kept insisting I take his 'vision'? He also said "Hey girlie hold still'" a lot. He was strange but 10/10 would recommend! I even got to fight a strange whale at the end of it all.
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15 May, 2024 by Joo_bachi
I asked this guy to be my lawyer for something regarding a vision and he said "Sure thing girlie, I'll take care of it." And he somehow got thrown into jail. Next thing I know, a big whale emerges through the floor. It was a very odd experience having him as my lawyer but he's chill enough.
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06 Apr, 2024 by Carol marinaccio
4 months ago Mom was sent to a nursing home for rehab and then was transferred to long term care. We fought long and hard to get her out and bring her home. We were given excuse after excuse as to why she needed to stay there. Without Nicholas Khayumov and his team none of this would have been possible! Mom is now home where she belongs being cared for by her family. We are looking forward to many happy days ahead. We cannot thank you enough!
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21 May, 2024 by Hole
Some ginger guy agreed to be my lawyer but he kept insisting I take his 'vision'? He also said "Hey girlie hold still'" a lot. He was strange but 10/10 would recommend! I even got to fight a strange whale at the end of it all.
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15 May, 2024 by Joo_bachi
I asked this guy to be my lawyer for something regarding a vision and he said "Sure thing girlie, I'll take care of it." And he somehow got thrown into jail. Next thing I know, a big whale emerges through the floor. It was a very odd experience having him as my lawyer but he's chill enough.
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06 Apr, 2024 by Carol marinaccio
4 months ago Mom was sent to a nursing home for rehab and then was transferred to long term care. We fought long and hard to get her out and bring her home. We were given excuse after excuse as to why she needed to stay there. Without Nicholas Khayumov and his team none of this would have been possible! Mom is now home where she belongs being cared for by her family. We are looking forward to many happy days ahead. We cannot thank you enough!
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21 May, 2024 by Hole
Some ginger guy agreed to be my lawyer but he kept insisting I take his 'vision'? He also said "Hey girlie hold still'" a lot. He was strange but 10/10 would recommend! I even got to fight a strange whale at the end of it all.
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15 May, 2024 by Joo_bachi
I asked this guy to be my lawyer for something regarding a vision and he said "Sure thing girlie, I'll take care of it." And he somehow got thrown into jail. Next thing I know, a big whale emerges through the floor. It was a very odd experience having him as my lawyer but he's chill enough.
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06 Apr, 2024 by Carol marinaccio
4 months ago Mom was sent to a nursing home for rehab and then was transferred to long term care. We fought long and hard to get her out and bring her home. We were given excuse after excuse as to why she needed to stay there. Without Nicholas Khayumov and his team none of this would have been possible! Mom is now home where she belongs being cared for by her family. We are looking forward to many happy days ahead. We cannot thank you enough!
Read more
21 May, 2024 by Hole
Some ginger guy agreed to be my lawyer but he kept insisting I take his 'vision'? He also said "Hey girlie hold still'" a lot. He was strange but 10/10 would recommend! I even got to fight a strange whale at the end of it all.
Read more
15 May, 2024 by Joo_bachi
I asked this guy to be my lawyer for something regarding a vision and he said "Sure thing girlie, I'll take care of it." And he somehow got thrown into jail. Next thing I know, a big whale emerges through the floor. It was a very odd experience having him as my lawyer but he's chill enough.
Read more
06 Apr, 2024 by Carol marinaccio
4 months ago Mom was sent to a nursing home for rehab and then was transferred to long term care. We fought long and hard to get her out and bring her home. We were given excuse after excuse as to why she needed to stay there. Without Nicholas Khayumov and his team none of this would have been possible! Mom is now home where she belongs being cared for by her family. We are looking forward to many happy days ahead. We cannot thank you enough!
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