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Elisa Rosalie Zitano, experienced Elder Law, Medical Malpractice attorney in Sacramento, CA with 3 reviews
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05 Jan, 2023 by Karen
Unfortunately, it was determined that I wasn't geographically close enough to feasibly have my case represented by Ms. Zitano; however, the level of personal attention she showed to me, listening to my entire case with sincere patience and empathy, complete with professional insight and guidance was top notch and so appreciated. I honestly wish I was closer in proximity to have been able to have to Ms Zitano represent me, without any doubt.
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24 Jun, 2019 by Patricia
Elisa worked with David Smith on my case; she was always more than helpful; kept me well informed, and was diligent, detailed and clear in her communications. Elisa was extremely friendly;answered any question I had and was a huge help in settling my case. I received a very nice settlement and really enjoyed working with her.
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12 Dec, 2013 by Anonymous
The Smith and Zitano team were a Godsend. We had a tragic medical issue occur to our family. I had contacted numerous lawyers who basically had stated, our case would not have been economically feasible for them. However, from my first interaction with David and Elisa, I knew that they were not only experts in the field, but compassionate individuals. They had spent hours with my family and were the utmost prepared. It was such a relief to know we had them on our side. Even the other lawyers had mentioned how prepared and knowledgeable they were. In the end, we reached a decision that we were completely satisfied with. They treated us with great respect and helped us manage through these terrible times. I would recommend them 110%. They are the utmost professionals and I will be indebted to them forever.
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Patrick Gihana, experienced Immigration attorney in Sacramento, CA with 3 reviews
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14 Aug, 2019 by Luke
So thankful of the help and guidance he provided. He made the whole process less stressful and was always available to answer any questions or concerns I had during the whole process.
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30 Jul, 2019 by Sandrine
He was key person that help me in immigration case .he gave me amazing advice , that prepared me to interview of immigration. He is amazing lawyer. He updated me in every step of the case . I totally recommend him.
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29 Jul, 2019 by Anonymous
Honesty. Integrity. Transparency. Professionalism. With Gihana Patrick as my immigration lawyer I got this and more. He fought for my case with delicateness and I'm always treated first class and he keep his word. He never disappoint me. Excited about the future and a long and fruitful partnership
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Katherine Audrianna Roe, experienced Social Security & Disability attorney in Sacramento, CA with 3 reviews
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17 Aug, 2020 by Anonymous
Katie took my SS disability case after it was rejected when I first submitted it. She thought it was not defended very well and my doctor’s reports were not fully submitted as evidence, so she agreed to represent me. She helped me collect more information and reports from my doctors that described my disability better and matched how I felt. I couldn’t have done this on my own. In the decision the judge agreed with my doctors opinions and rejected the case review doctors. I am relieved they finally understood my problem. Thanks to Katie she really understood what I was going through.
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07 Jun, 2018 by Kelley
Ms. Roe was THE primary reason I was able to maneuver the complicated SSDI process . I had numerous questions . Every time I reached out to her, she quickly and graciously answered my questions. She is one of the main reasons I was approved quickly , therefore helping myself and my family. This process can be physically and emotionally painful. Ms. Roe was kind, competent and professional.
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18 Jan, 2018 by Pam
I emailed Katherine to make an appointment, but she could not take my case because I was not in her jurisdiction. She still called for a phone consult and gave me some great advice on what I needed to do and where to go. She took her time for that and I think that is above and beyond! I am sorry she can not take my case. She is wonderful!
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Jugjit Singh Johal, experienced Business, Estate Planning attorney in Sacramento, CA with 3 reviews
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29 Apr, 2020 by John c
Mr. Johal and his office are top notch. They are extremely professional and knowledgeable. They recently helped a client with their trust and they did an awesome job.
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20 Feb, 2013 by Beverly
I have been working with Jack for many years now on my estate planning, gifting and my trust planning. His extensive knowledge has saved myself & my children money the government would have gotten. Mind you no lawyer is cheap but since they all cost a lot you need to have trust in your lawyer and that is what I have in Jack. I can rest assured that my children & grand children won't have any problems when I'm gone.
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31 Dec, 2012 by Debbie
Jack has worked for my mother (who thank god is still with us) for many years in an extensive & complicated estate & trust. Jack is extremely knowledgable and current on what's harping in a complicated world. I trust and know that my moms estate is buttoned up just how she wants it. You may not like what the law does or what your relative does but Mr. Johal is very, very competent & he will be doing my families trusts. Thank you.
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Michael Scott Noble, experienced Bankruptcy, Tax attorney in Sacramento, CA with 3 reviews
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01 May, 2012 by Miles
Michael Noble couldn't be more sincere! He TRULY wants to help you in your time of need. After a long illness I had to file for bankruptcy. I had a ton of debt, loads of medical bills and couldn't work-----and hadn't worked for years due to my illness. I felt ashamed but Michael Noble helped me immediately, talked me through my options and stood beside me. He helped me understand that I had nothing to be ashamed of. And now? I have financial stability that I didn't have before. I couldn't have done it with out him.
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07 Sep, 2011 by Anonymous
2 Years ago I was in a financial mess and seeking a bankruptcy attorney in Sacramento CA. I had no Idea if I would lose my house, my cars or my dog by going through a bankruptcy. You hear all the horror stories. Attorney Michael Noble was a much different phone call than any other lawyer I called in the Sacramento area. You could feel through our conversation that he wasn't looking at the clock. He wanted to know what I needed and gave me an honest assessment whether or not a bankruptcy would be right for me. I highly recommend him.
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14 Jun, 2010 by Tracey
Attorney Michael Noble was fantastic. He knew all the in's and out's of protecting my assets through a personal bankruptcy. He is more affordable than most other lawyers in the area.
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Ashley M. DeGuzman, experienced Estate Planning, Probate attorney in Sacramento, CA with 3 reviews
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08 Feb, 2022 by Jazmine
Ms. DeGuzman was amazing to work with. From the consultation down to the issue being resolved, she was attentive, informative & confident. I had 2 prior attorney consultations prior to Ms. DeGuzman and she was the only one who showed genuine care. The ultimate goal was to have a successful outcome on my end and that’s exactly what happened. Very grateful for her work! Case: Tenant/Landlord issue(Commercial Real Estate)
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12 Jan, 2022 by Rae
Not only were Ashley's prices by far the most affordable that I could find for an estate plan, but she was also extremely accommodating. She met with us on weekends, which was all our schedules could accommodate, and walked us through every step of the estate planning process, explaining all of our options as we worked our way through each step. She made a very intimidating process easy and enjoyable. For anyone on the fence about an estate plan, she is the attorney for you!
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11 Nov, 2021 by Lynn
From legal advise to estate planning, Ashley Law Group has shown nothing short of professionalism and expertise. I worked personally with Ashley and she was amazing. The rest of her team was equally as welcoming and knowledgeable. I plan to return to them for all of my legal needs in the future. If you are looking for somewhere local, reliable and professional, I would definitely recommend Ashley Law Group!
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Susan J Dodds, experienced Bankruptcy attorney in Sacramento, CA with 3 reviews
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17 Nov, 2015 by Anetra
I used Susan Dodd's services in 2014 for my Bankruptcy. I was impressed from Day 1. She is very professional, very thorough and made me feel at ease on the day of my court date. I have referred several people to her and will keep on referring her.
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11 Mar, 2015 by Sarah
Susan Dodds was the last of several Attorneys I consulted with. Being a business owner the prospective of losing the blood, sweat, and tears I invested was frightening and embarrassing. Ms. Dodds was professional, ethical, and brilliant in tailoring a plan for me. She was also compassionate, and made me feel well taken care of, and not ashamed. Her prices were more then fair, in fact I would have paid more. She's wonderful. Highly recommended.
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28 Jan, 2015 by Timothy
I hired Susan Dodds to help file my Ch7 case and I'm glad I did. She was knowledgeable, attentive, nonjudgmental and affordable. Her patience and attentiveness to my case was commendable and first class. One of her strong points is communication--every e-mail or voice-mail was responded to same day, usually within the hour. From my first meeting with Susan until the official "Meeting of Creditors" (7 months time-frame) her diligence towards my case was unwavering and not once did I feel I was in the wrong hands. I recommend Susan Dodds to anyone who is looking at the tough decision to file bankruptcy.
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Christian Joseph Younger, experienced  attorney in Sacramento, CA with 3 reviews
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29 Jan, 2016 by Tonya
I have been a realtor since 2005. Like many, I didn’t expect the market crash and had overextended myself financially. Up until the crash, bankruptcies were unheard of to me so I set my family and health aside to work countless hours as I attempted to avoid the inevitable. I was blessed to find a decent paying job during those times yet it still wasn’t enough. I eventually decided to consider bankruptcy because I realized that sacrificing my health and my family were not worth protecting my credit score and worldly possessions. I consulted with several bankruptcy attorneys. They each made me feel that my situation was complicated and impossible. I quickly found out that obtaining employment with decent pay was both a blessing and a curse at the same time. I was told by several attorneys that I made too much money to qualify yet I was struggling to simply keep food on the table. I left each of their offices feeling ashamed, overwhelmed and hopeless. I was exhausted from the sleepless nights and countless hours of work yet I saw no other options. I couldn’t even find a way to give up so I continued researching options and trying bankruptcy attorneys in hopes of a miracle. In my quest for resolution, the few attorneys that even indicated a glimmer of hope said that my situation wasn’t possible without skewing a few facts. I couldn’t do it; I wanted to find an honest way to resolve the financial burden. I finally found that in Christian Younger. He truly was my miracle that I had been praying for. He is a man of integrity and was able to finally put our difficult times behind us and give us a fresh start. -Hindsight, my situation was never impossible. It was just far too complicated for the other bankruptcy attorneys who were looking for easy cases and easy money. Nothing was as overwhelming and impossible as the other attorneys had made me feel once I found Christian Younger. He took the reins and quickly helped me resolve my financial problems. From the time that I met Christian, the bankruptcy process was quick and not the least bit complicated. The fact that he took the time to educate me on the process and involve me in every decision helped to restore my dignity and made me feel that I had control of my life for the first time in a long time. Essentially, he gave me my life back. My humbling experience inspired me to educate myself and specialize in foreclosure alternatives. I assist both realtors and homeowners who often are in need of a good bankruptcy attorney. Like myself, many have consulted with other attorneys only to be told that their situation was impossible. Many have also already initiated the bankruptcy process with other attorneys. Often times, I see that their attorneys have done little to educate them and involve them in the decisions that affect their lives so significantly. Sometimes their bankruptcies are even at a standstill or dismissed with them not having the slightest clue on what occurred, or what to do next. To be frank, I’m appalled by the number of clients I have encountered in which their bankruptcy attorneys have collected their money only to leave them stranded high and dry. I recommend Christian Younger every time. I have referred countless families in desperate situations to Christian over the years and have not had a single complaint. Nearly all of them have come back to me to thank me for connecting them with him, sharing similar experiences to what I’ve shared as my own. With Christian Younger, you are not just a number. He truly has heart for what he does and cares about his clients. He will do all within his power to help you. He takes the time to explain the process thoroughly, to educate you on your options so that together you can decide what is best for you and your family. Needless to say, I highly recommend Christian Younger. From both a personal and a professional standpoint, there is no better attorney out there in my opinion.
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26 Jan, 2016 by Aaron
Christian is an awesome attorney and just an all around good guy. He knows the law inside and out. He's organized and concise. I was shopping attorney's at other firms prior to choosing Christian as my attorney. One in particular was a big name firm and the attorney who supposedly managed the bankruptcy team was going to take my case. This guy was a total joke, didn't know the simplest things about law that even I knew as a Criminal Justice major. He was very aloof much like a college student who eats top ramen and rolls out of bed to get to class late. After meeting with Christian, there was no comparison as far as understanding of the law and being organized. Christian was the clear choice.
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26 Jan, 2016 by Johnelle
Court and paperwork went very fast and we'll, court date was a breeze, will do business again and refer people as well he is Great at what he does , thanks for giving me a new start.
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Timothy V. Kassouni, experienced Appeals, Business attorney in Sacramento, CA with 3 reviews
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11 May, 2020 by Rose
Mr. Kassouni was extremely attentive to the legal issues involved in my case, and always provided a very honest and realistic assessment of the merits of my case. He was able to obtain crucial documents from the government that were instrumental in convincing the city council to grant me development rights after years of delay.
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23 Mar, 2011 by Michael
Mr. Kassouni reviewed our documents and provided accurate and practical advice in a timely, thoughtful and cost-effictive manner. We would certainly use him again for any applicable issues. It was a pleasure.
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31 Jan, 2011 by Anthony
Mr. Kassouni has been an excellent attorney for my firm TNT Enterprises, Inc for many years. In addition, he has been our family counsel and has helped with many issues in the past. He is very thoughtful and sincere. Although very professional, Mr. Kassouni brings a humanside to his clients. He interacts very well and is very accessible throughout the stages of any case.
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Lajuan Evette Wood, experienced Debt Settlement, Litigation attorney in Sacramento, CA with 3 reviews
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22 Oct, 2014 by Perry
Very professional documents produced for court that was a rebuttal to the heartless credit card money hungers. I am planning to work on other issues with this law firm and I am sure I will get the same professional results I have already been given.
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12 Dec, 2012 by Anonymous
Lajuan did an amazing job at keeping me informed. I had so many questions and her and her staff answered them promptly. She was very helpful, and extremely positive throughout my bankruptcy. I would highly recommend Lajuan Wood.
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21 Feb, 2012 by Elza
If you prefer an attorney who will guide you through your Chapter 7 (or Chapter 13) bankrupty with the utmost respect, honesty, professionalism, and courtesy, I would highly recommend the Law Offices of LaJuan E. Wood. Ms. Wood enthusiastically accepted my case when other "well-known" Sacramento bankruptcy attorneys wouldn't. Ms. Wood provided exceptional guidance and assistance throughout my (sometimes) stressful bankruptcy process. Ms. Wood was always positive and assured me that "everything was going to be okay." She consistently returned my phone calls and answered all my questions (and believe me, I had alot of them). My Chapter 7 bankrupty was sucessfully discharged in December 2011. My heart-felt thanks go to Ms. Wood. She definitely changed my opinion about attorneys. So...if you're in need of an attorney, look no further and don't call anyone else in Sacramento...except the Law Offices of LaJuan E. Wood.
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Jason Allen Ewing, experienced Criminal Defense, Family Law attorney in Sacramento, CA with 3 reviews
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29 May, 2016 by Anika
I live outside of the state and contacted Ewing Law Group when I was faced with a stressful, frustrating case and a very short time frame that would require them to travel to another county. I spoke with Jason Ewing, and during our very first conversation it became clear that he is an honest person of integrity. I explained my situation, and he took the time to answer all of my initial questions, then advised me that he could take my case but that it would be cheaper for me to choose someone closer to the county where my case was filed. Knowing my financial situation, he also offered to help me complete paperwork myself, but in the end, I asked him to take the case to avoid the stress, and I am so glad I did. Through the course of working with Jason, he was very professional, but I felt more like I was communicating with a friend than simply an attorney. I never felt rushed, or that he was “squeezing me in”, even though I had a deadline coming up when I contacted him. He was very knowledgeable, and was always willing to answer any and all of my questions, no matter how annoying I’m sure they were. I tend to worry but he never discouraged my “what if” questions and was patient and understanding of all my concerns. He took the time to break things down into simple terms and make sure that I understood things clearly. I was impressed with his consistent promptness in returning calls and emails – there are attorneys who figure once they have your money, you are basically stuck, so you can wait until they get around to dealing with your situation. He informed me that he believes if he is being paid to perform a service, he owes it to his clients to address their concerns as soon as possible, which is something I really respect. He was very thorough, and I appreciated that if I sent him an email, he made a point to address each issue individually – I never had to email him again or call him back because something was overlooked. Jason went above and beyond in my case, and we got the outcome we wanted. I would not hesitate to recommend Ewing Law Group to my friends and family, and would call him immediately if I ever needed legal assistance in the state of California in the future.
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18 Apr, 2014 by Kevin & kay
My wife and I who are senior citizens found ourselves in the grips of grave injustice's being waged against us . We were renting a home from a landlord who made our lives a living hell by failing to provide safe and habitable conditions, and then persecuting us for simply asking management to fix the problems. After my wife became very ill and had to be taken to the emergency room because her airway was closing and she couldn't breath due to the landlord failing to provide safe living conditions , we contacted a law firm. Jason Ewing and his co counsel Janet Haines handled our case with surgical precision, They listened to us and made us at ease, They immediately went to work for us, setting us at ease along the way, Jason and Janet guided us through the complicated litigation process comfortably, they took on what would be a complex muti- layered case, and with their experience, tenacity,and dedication to their clients they sought justice from the mighty insurance industry and a grizzly bear of an opposing counsel, With Jason and Janet's resolve, integrity, honesty, and an unyielding spirit of determination, we were successful in winning our case. Jason and Janet slew the dragon and proved there are angels among us. Thank you Jason and Janet.
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26 Sep, 2013 by Courtney
Im one who doesn't trust law enforcement, judges or lawyers. Been through too much, too independent, and count on me. But... when I absolutely needed a lawyer I interviewed and hired jason! Family man. And more importantly was always communicated and in it for me not his own pocket. In this economy and world, he is a lawyer to count on for you not your check I ng account. Thanks jason for making my problem easier on my stress and being there and honest!
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Charles Anthony Hughes, experienced Bankruptcy, Debt Settlement attorney in Sacramento, CA with 3 reviews
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29 Sep, 2012 by Dave ramirez
I have known Anthony since 1997-1998. Anthony has one of the most nimble legal minds I have known in my career. Anthony has the ability to see past the surface of people and things to see their essence. He knows when to take good advice and also gives excellent advice. He handled the legal mission I gave him with dispatch and it ended with a very positive result. I have been able to observe his handling of a number of other cases, and in short, he is the best bankruptcy and financial lawyer you can hire.
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03 May, 2011 by Leroy m.
Helped us with a simple chapter 7. Staff was very professional got an appointment within a few days and was able to keep my two cars def reccomend his office if you have debt issues
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02 Jan, 2011 by Anonymous
I dont even know where to start. A few months ago my debt was in the thousands and thought I was going to lose my car, house and even retirement. However, thanks to the Anthony and his law firm I am now debt free and was able to keep my house car and most of my retirement!!!! I cant thank him and his staff enough, both of whom were extremely professional and helped my get through some very rough times..thanks Anthony!
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Michael G Abrate, experienced Business, Criminal Defense attorney in Sacramento, CA with 3 reviews
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12 Dec, 2017 by Glen
Mike put together a living trust for me and my family. He put a lot of effort into making sure our estate plan was personalized and correct. His personal touch was much appreciated. I would refer him to any friend who was looking to get a trust.
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13 May, 2016 by Barry
Michael has helped me both personally with a trust as well as in debt collection for my business. He returned my calls, answered questions and did a great job with both. Frankly, I thought I would pay a lot more as well. Highly recommended.
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13 May, 2016 by Steve
Michael is very knowledgeable in the field of estate planning, he is familiar with trusts both living and testamentary and the other tools used to assist clients with health care issues including powers of Attorney , he is highly recommended in this field.
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Matthew Scott Ritchie, experienced Business, Family Law attorney in Sacramento, CA with 3 reviews
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13 Sep, 2021 by Isabel
I hired Mr. Ritchie to represent me on an uncontested divorce trial and a child custody battle. I had a super very difficult divorce and custody trial. I am really satisfied with the results and I recommend him 100%.
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22 Apr, 2021 by Anonymous
Mr. Ritchie assessed my very complicated divorce when it was half way through the case and cleared things up, prioritized and got the case back on track. He is extremely skilled, smart, available to answer questions and clarify and a great asset to have. High recommend him.
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03 Dec, 2016 by Anonymous
Matthew Ritchie won a very difficult case for me. He was very thorough and always got back to me when I had any questions or concerns. I would HIGHLY recommend him to anybody seeking a great attorney. Thank you Matthew!!
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Nooria L. Kakar, experienced Business, Estate Planning attorney in Sacramento, CA with 3 reviews
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04 Dec, 2013 by Anonymous
I met with Nooria for several small business concerns that I had, many tax questions and others including terms of service, incorporating, and how to protect my brand. She game me real advice I could use without making me feel overwhelmed with information. Since then Ive launched my website, am collecting content and payments from users and have piece of mind. Thanks again Nooria
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04 Dec, 2013 by Malali
I was in a tough spot in my life with my debt going up and not enough income to cover most of it. I felt at a loss and looked for ways to lower my debt, but I had no luck because the interest rates seemed to be eating up all my money and I felt like I was at a dead end. I looked into bankruptcy and looked for lawyers, but I kept finding lawyers who were vague in their responses and were not very helpful to me or my situation. I was then referred to Nooria's website by a friend and read over her detailed information on bankruptcy on her website. I loved how she broke down all the information on her website, helped me get a beter understanding of my siuation and answered some of my questions. I decided to giver her a call. She was very professional and informative over the phone; was very welcoming. Finally made an appointment with her and she explained all my options to me without pushing me in one direction or another. She was very knowledgeable about this subject area and talked with me in a professional and friendly manner instead of the typical papercut lawayer talk. To sum up, I continued working with Nooria and she made the entire process very simple and I didnt feel shamed for wanting to file bankruptcy. I definitley recommend her for anyone wanting a great lawyer who is knowledgable, friendly, and very professional. I 've always had a weird bias against lawyers and always felt like they just wanted my money, but didn't feel this way during this process with her. She helped lower my interest rates and settled most of my accounts. I am now debt free and have learned how to manage my money better. I feel like I got a new lease on life!! Thanks, Nooria!!
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04 Dec, 2013 by Anonymous
I've struggled with legal issues at work a few months ago, I had no idea what I was doing or what was being said to me. I reached out to Nooria for some help and I'm glad I did! Nooria was very patient and professional with me as I got what was going on around me. She's great at explaining legal terminology to people who don't get it. (Like me) I'm glad I went to her for help or I might just be still dealing with it all! Thanks again Nooria.
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James Edward Dighero, experienced Personal Injury attorney in Sacramento, CA with 3 reviews
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14 Feb, 2016 by Jon
When I was in need of legal representation in a personal injury situation, I found that James Dighero, Esq. had a well established personal injury practice. His experience spans over 25 years. After I met with him to discuss my situation, he impressed me as being very knowledgeable in matters of personal injury law and litigation. His efforts on my behalf could not have been more professional or more effective. The settlement I was awarded far exceeded my expectations. Should I ever have a need for a personal injury lawyer again, Mr. Dighero will be the lawyer I call.
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10 Feb, 2016 by Anonymous
I hired James for my case. He has been outstanding, Not only did he do everything he set out to do, he got me even more money than expected! He was very thorough on taking me through the process step by step and the timely of it all. He called me often and he answered all my questions, ensuring that I understood them. He is very easy going and always handled himself with professionalism. I will totally recommend him to all my family and friends with our future needs.
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29 Jan, 2016 by Anonymous
I have known Mr. Dighero for many years and find him to be a very knowledgeable, diligent & respectful lawyer. I am a retired attorney and have consulted with him numerous times over the years. If I ever need a personal injury lawyer, I'll call Mr. Dighero because I know he works hard, has lots of experience, and cares about his clients.
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Theodore Derk Poppinga, experienced Elder Law, Medical Malpractice attorney in Sacramento, CA with 3 reviews
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12 Aug, 2015 by Eugene
Ted represented me in a lawsuit which went to court. This case was won in our favor. Ted is an outstanding attorney. He and I had an outstanding working relationship. It was available at any time. At times we would meet on the weekends. He is fastidious. Was able to present my case with clarity and bring it to a favorable outcome. I would recommend this attorney to anyone facing a malpractice suit.
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07 Aug, 2015 by Todd
I've had the pleasure of working with Ted for 10 years in a medical malpractice defense capacity. His inimitable attention to detail and his availability for time-sensitive matters never failed to provide great comfort for both my insurance carrier employer and its clients (medical professionals). From day-to-day issues requiring specific legal advice and analysis, to a very medically-complex jury trial in Sac. Superior Court (and the several years of representation and navigation that led up to it), Ted has proven time and again that he is worthy of mention with the very highest echelon of his peers in Northern California and beyond.
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03 Aug, 2015 by Eugene
Mr.Poppinga represented me in a case that was held in my favor. He's an excellent attorney. Hard-working, diligent, available even on weekends. He and I developed an excellent working relationship.His manner during the trial was extraordinary, confident and knowledgeable. I would not hesitate to recommend Ted.
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Mark Richard Kowalewski, experienced Immigration attorney in Sacramento, CA with 3 reviews
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04 Feb, 2019 by Aldo
I hired Mark to help me with my TN visa. Every year working with him I got approved! Then it was time for me to go through the process of getting my GC. Mark filled out everything and submitted the right paperwork on time. Despite some errors and miscommunications his firm was always on top of everything and did not hesitate to go the extra mile to get my paperwork right on time. I hired Mark in 2008 and was never ever disappointed or dissatisfied. I finally got my GC! Thank you Mark!
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22 Nov, 2010 by Peggy canale
Mark has helped us with the confusing legal requirements of permanent residency. We live in a very remote area and could not have waded through the difficult paperwork without the competent legal help we got from Mark.
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11 Oct, 2010 by Ben b.
My family and I have been in the United States for many years but we still have pending immigration matter. Previous attorney seriously bungled up our case. Mr. Kowalewski took over and very intelligently unraveled our case with the immigration. Mr. Kowalewski is continuing to help us and I highly recommend Mr. Kowalewski to handle your immigration matter. You will be glad you did!
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Eileen Theresa Booth, experienced Litigation, Personal Injury attorney in Sacramento, CA with 3 reviews
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17 Jun, 2010 by James
I was extremely happy with Eileen representing my company in my case. She was very knowledgeable with all the constructioin laws. She kept me informed on how things were progressing. She always answered my calls and emails promptly and always took the necessary time to explain things to me very clearly. If I ever need a lawyer in the future Eileen would be my very first choice. I can't thank her enough.
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16 Jun, 2010 by Robert
Eileen Booth was such a comfort at a time of extreme stress. She is one of the smartest people I have ever known. Eileen was patient and understanding which made a difference when dealing with the difficulties of litigation. Since I had no experience with arbitration, her knowledge and attention to detail made the difference. I would highly recommend Eileen Booth if ever you need an outstanding attorney. Sincerely, Robert Mills R. Mills Construction
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16 Jun, 2010 by Ben and sue
We have been in the construction business for over 45 years. For the past 3 years, we have worked with Eileen who is representing us on several construction defect cases. Eileen has responded to our many questions by email and phone in a expedited manner. Her knowledge and follow up is amazing. Eileen even came to our home to discuss several of our cases. We would highly recommend Eileen Booth to anyone who is seeking legal assistance. Call her ...she really cares about her clients!
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Carl Henry Mandabach, experienced Criminal Defense, Family Law attorney in Sacramento, CA with 3 reviews
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14 Oct, 2021 by Steve
While I’ve never used Mr Mandabach for legal help, he did answer a question I had posted on AVVO Absolute professional. Helped answer my question and offered some sound advice. I can only imagine how fantastic he is, in legal representation
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29 May, 2019 by Lucinda r.
I retained Mr. Carl Mandabach to represent me against my employer of 20 years in an ugly Workers Compensation fight in 2012. He was highly professional, knowledgeable in the Law and demonstrated strong work and moral ethics. Mr. Mandabach presented a forceful and persuasive argument under extremely difficult circumstances. He consistently fought for me and his diligence resulted in a sizable settlement for our side. Again, in 2014 Mr. Mandabach represented me when I had a dispute with the Social Security Administration. He worked my case and stuck with it until he succeeded in securing permanent disability status for me. This “win” was a life-changing event for me and happened because of his caring and expertise dealing with the Social Security system. I consider Mr. Carl Mandabach one of the finest, most competent attorneys in the greater Sacramento area and would not hesitate to call on him for legal assistance in the future.
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01 Apr, 2019 by J
Mr. Mandabach is one of the best attorneys I know. He took my case when none of the big shots would take it.. And he won my case, I would refer Mr. Mandabach to any person.
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Osman Idris Mufti, experienced  attorney in Sacramento, CA with 3 reviews
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29 Jun, 2015 by Karina
Mr. Mufti and his paralegal, Ms. Ziliak, helped us a lot during my spouse visa/green card process from 2014-2015. He provided us with excellent, fast, and knowlegable information. Plus he answered our questions quickly and completely. I was so grateful that he guided us through the process because Iwas so worried that we would make a mistake and it would slow down the process but turned out, my case was approved by USCIS just within ONE month!! when the average apporoval was 5 months! It was such a great suprise. The other processes also went smoothly. Thanks to Mr. Mufti and his team who worked so hard.
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05 Apr, 2014 by Rahul
Osman helped me file permanent residency in the USA. I approached his office because of the proximity factor, did not want to hire an out of state immigration attorney that I may never meet in person. He explained the entire process in the first meeting, the required documents for filing and expected timeline based on his previous experiences with other clients. He asked me relevant questions to make sure that I did not have any previous incidents that could cause trouble in the permanent residency petition. I had two one-to-one meetings and a phone meeting before the USCIS field office interview. The response to emails was very prompt from his Paralegal, she mailed me promptly whenever she received any documents from the USCIS. Also, the rate charged was competitive. I received the approved permanent residency in less than 3 months. Overall, I would highly recommend his services.
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10 Feb, 2014 by Anonymous
Osman was really helpful in mine and my husbands immigration matters. He kept us updated and gave us that acceptance and trust, that he is here to help and not just doing a job. Our process went really well and quick all thanks to the hard work he and his assitant did. We would recommend Osman to anyone who is in need for immigration or any other matters as a lawyer. He is well knowledgeable and is here to help you.
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Manroop Purewal, experienced Business, Real Estate attorney in Sacramento, CA with 2 reviews
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22 Sep, 2015 by L. bains
I worked with Roop Purewal on a lease transaction for a large orchard property. Roop knew the ins and outs of the transaction after review of the documents and helped the deal come to a successful close. In my book there are attorneys that make deals work and there are attorneys that hinder a deals progression. Roop is a meticulous deal maker. He not only has practical contract knowledge, but also has in depth knowledge of the dynamics of a transaction. This, I believe, he learned from real life, hands on experience from owning and managing his own properties. You don't learn that in law school...although he must have done pretty well there also, being that he graduated magna cum laude
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14 Jun, 2015 by Vic
I have known Roop a few years now, and have been using him for property management legal advice for the past 6 months. Roop has been great to work with - responsible, reachable, knowledgable. I like the fact that he owns and manages properties himself - his advice is legally sound, practical, and based on experience.
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William Wallace Abbott, experienced Government, Real Estate attorney in Sacramento, CA with 2 reviews
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07 Jan, 2015 by Lisa
He had a lot of knowledge on this Realestate matter I am facing and hoping, if I cannot find an Attorney he could come here to represent me in my area. I feel I will be talking with him again! As of yet I have not found an Attorney yet. Thank you. Lisa M.
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04 Dec, 2014 by Craig sanders
I have worked in the land use/planning field for 30 years an have had the pleasure to work with Mr. Abbott on a number of occasions. His knowledge of land use/planning/CEQA law is outstanding. Mr. Abbot's firm offers a free land use law update each year at a few locations around Northern California which is widely attended not just by planners, civil engineers, surveyors, but by other attorneys, which is a testament to the respect he has achieved in his field of expertise. I do not hesitate in recommending him for any land use/planning/CEQA representation.
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John Verrios Airola, experienced Personal Injury attorney in Sacramento, CA with 2 reviews
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02 Jul, 2011 by Domenic
John was able to get the two insurance companies involved in our case to pay the maximum amount for the injuries my wife sustained in the accident she was involved in, where there were two negligent drivers at fault for the accident. He was extremely thoughtful, caring, and thorough in his handling of our case. He was even able to get me a settlement even though I was not involved directly in the accident, but was severely affected by the injuries my wife incurred due to the extenuating circumstances surrounding the accident. Most lawyers would not have thought to address my mental and emotional distress caused by the outcome of what had happened to my wife and how it affected us by causing us to miss a very important event in our lives, the memorial service, burial, and family gathering for my own mother. I was the closest person in the world to my mother, and this tragic accident caused me to miss her funeral service. His compassion and guidance helped us through an extremely difficult time in our lives. We were very grateful to have John represent us.
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30 Jun, 2011 by Anonymous
He took care of everything. No upfront costs. When the case was settled, he notified me of the outcome and the settlement amount.
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Andrew Schach, experienced Appeals, Immigration attorney in Sacramento, CA with 2 reviews
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21 May, 2019 by Bashar
I put 5 stars because there is no more than 5. Great professional attorney, committed, helpful, has answers for all my questions, great in the court. I went through a lot of lawyers and I finally found Andrew, I won my immigration case with him. I highly recommend him for any one searching for professional attorney.
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13 Mar, 2018 by Rohan
helped me answer my first question and bang on to the accuracy of the answer that I was rooting for.
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Miranda Fernandez, experienced Estate Planning, Litigation attorney in Sacramento, CA with 2 reviews
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02 Aug, 2024 by Sally
Miranda did a great job with my trust, will and related documents. We talked at length to ensure that we had a common understanding of what was needed and to address any questions I may have had. I would be more than glad to use her legal services again, and to recommend her to other clients.
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01 Jun, 2024 by Ron
Miranda was responsive to our needs for an updated Trust/will and our short timetable before we traveled. She clearly answered all of our questions so that we understood all the legalese and made several suggestions to deal with our specific family needs and concerns. My wife and I highly recommend her for your legal needs.
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Leslie Ann Arnal, experienced Estate Planning, Probate attorney in Sacramento, CA with 2 reviews
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26 Aug, 2013 by Marilyn
I have never met a more honest attorney than Leslie Arnal. She is reliable, conscious, and more fun than she looks. She is serious, highly productive, fair and probably honest to a fault which is a rare trait in an attorney as we all know. If you want a crooked attorney DO NOT SEE LESLIE! She is highly intelligent and if she does not know the answer to your question she will tell you. However, she also will find out the answer or refer you to someone who knows the answer. I would highly recommend her to anyone who needs a probate attorney.
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10 Jun, 2013 by Gerald
Leslie has represented me in my capacity as a court-appointed trustee in two complex estate matters. One case was successfully concluded several years ago and the other remains open. Leslie is able to digest complex, convoluted information, and data to not only protect me in administering my fiduciary duties, but to offer alternative solutions. Leslie knows her limitations and does not hesitate to engage co-counsel to assist with matters that are outside of her comfort zone of expertise. I recommend Leslie to anyone seeking an advocate with sound reasoning and attention to detail.
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Ryan Timothy Carrere, experienced Business, Estate Planning attorney in Sacramento, CA with 2 reviews
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08 Jan, 2018 by Anonymous
After listening intently, Mr. Carrere advised me of various possible options for my situation. He explained in language I could understand. I would refer Mr. Carrere to anyone who needs assistance with their taxes.
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05 Nov, 2014 by Bernard
I was very concerned about a tax issue when I contacted Ryan's firm for assistance. He worked with me to analyze the scenario and come to a solution. At all times Ryan was responsive to my emails and calls and always got back to me within a day or two at the most. He was professional in all our dealings and was very fair in billing practices. I am pleased and thankful I found him and would retain his firm again if I needed future assistance with tax law.
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Dennis Anthony Sommese, experienced Business, Government attorney in Sacramento, CA with 2 reviews
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30 Aug, 2016 by Christopher
I was so glad I had Dennis Sommese for a attorney. He fought tooth an nail for me. I was always informed on all aspects of my case. My case is settled an done. It only happened on account of Dennis Sommese. Mr. Sommese is a man of integrity who is welcome at my house for dinner anytime. This is a real review by Mr.Christopherson, who is extremely grateful for all Dennis Sommese hard work dedication compassion towards my case. Christopher 8/29/16
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12 Dec, 2015 by David
Dennis Sommese Helped me when I was injured on my job. My company did everything they could to deny my workman's comp claim. Dennis got Social Security to place me on long term disability , Workman's Comp to pay for my back operation, and got me a great settlement ! Dennis worked very hard for me and won my case . I highly recommend Dennis Sommese to get you what you deserve !! David
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Michael E Mechill, experienced Estate Planning, Probate attorney in Sacramento, CA with 2 reviews
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01 Oct, 2018 by Anne
I am resident in Ireland and must commend Michael for his work in looking after my interests in California. He is hard working and diligent in all he does. Quite honestly I don’t know how I would have got through these last months without his professionalism and his friendliness.
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26 Feb, 2014 by Anonymous
Very responsive, listen to what I had to say. Took care of my situation and kept me informed through the whole process. Very happy with this firm! THANK YOU Michael!! Your a LIFE SAVER ..
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