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Diego F. Macwilliam, experienced Criminal Defense, Family Law attorney in San Jose, CA with 6 reviews
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28 Jul, 2019 by Jeanine
Diego helped me though all stages of a difficult divorce. I appreciate everything he did for me.
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26 May, 2019 by Anonymous
Diego was very calm when handling a case for one of my family members. He was very upfront on what to expect in terms of outcomes and provided the right advice based on his many years of experience that helped my family member get a dismissal with the DA by positioning the case properly and showing evidence that showed my family member was remorseful by submitting evidence of a voluntary class participation, and a letter from the psychologist.
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04 Mar, 2014 by Milton
Mr. Diego Macwilliam for me was the right lawyer, at the right time, for my particular situation. He contacted both a government agency and a private company regarding a potential fraud inditement involving me and my families estate concerning overpayment of funds. Without his experience and guidance I personally would have not been able to come to a solution for the two outside parties involved and myself. He made contacts with the two different entities and got them to provide physical representatives to conclude the transactions. Mr. Diego Macwilliam explained each step of the way clearly and provided me with a time table. He made it possible for me to finalize the entire issue and he brought it to a defused equitable solution.
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Karen Marie Hubbell, experienced Child Custody, Child Support attorney in San Jose, CA with 6 reviews
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22 Jun, 2015 by Thuy
I have been with Ms. Hubbell as my family attorney since November 2003 up to present. Ms. Hubbell is an ethical attorney who responds to my concerns and needs very promptly and effectively, especially during crises. My case consisted of complicated asset division and long, bitter custodial battle. During one court date, Ms. Hubbell was very compelling in every stage. Because of her effectiveness, I had a favorable outcome for the case, which included having the other party pay for my attorney fee. I was fortunate to have Ms. Hubbell, a good communicator who strives for the best results for her client, represent my case. Overall, I am very happy with her work and her care. For those I recommended Ms. Hubbell to as their family attorney, they were also happy with her. As time goes by, I know that I cannot find a better attorney than Ms. Hubbell.
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26 May, 2015 by Melissa
Karen Hubbell provided my husband and I with excellent legal support in finalizing some lingering issues from his previous marriage. I wish he had gone to Karen from the beginning, instead of using a mediator. So many people wanting an amicable divorce shy away from hiring a lawyer, fearing that it will lead to a court battle or cost a ton of money. However, when you have financial entanglements and children involved, it is imperative to seek help from a lawyer who knows the ins and outs of the legal system and can get it done right - the first time around. We found Karen to be very straightforward and understanding of the approach we wanted to take in getting matters resolved. With her help, we were able to finally lay to rest the custody schedule and financial issues that had been dragging on unresolved for three years after his divorce. I only wish we had gone to her sooner. If we ever have any future issues, Karen Hubbell will be the first person we call.
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28 Apr, 2015 by Steve
Karen is very dedicated and truly devoted to her clients’ best interests. She is thorough and responsive. She has excellent knowledge of the law and always helps me make the best decisions. She works well with opposing attorneys and her fees are reasonable. I always know what is going on and what to expect. I feel safe knowing that Karen is on my side.
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Raeon Rodrigo Roulston, experienced Bankruptcy, Class Action attorney in San Jose, CA with 6 reviews
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01 Jul, 2021 by Lissa
I was referred to Raeon Roulston at the Consumer Law Center by an attorney/friend to assist me with a bankruptcy filing. Raeon and Staff were very helpful, friendly and patient with me and my many questions going through the process. I am satisfied with the outcome of my case and have Raeon Roulston to thank for that.
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01 Feb, 2020 by Irina
I was looking for a good bankruptcy lawyer. Met quite a few of them and was deeply upset until I came across with Raeon Roulston. He is very knowledgeable, highly professional and what was very important for me - HUMAN. Very rare quality for lawyers. Bankruptcy is not fun, it 's a stressful and painful procedure. Raeon handled my case with great tact and professionalism. I can't imagine anybody better and highly recommend him to everyone, who needs a lawyer,
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25 Mar, 2016 by Susie
I highly recommend this law firm to anyone who is seeking legal help with Bankruptcy. I was actually recommended by the county & obviously that recognizes his legal abilities and respect. Mr. Roulston is extremely knowledgeable and thorough. I felt confident that I was taking the right steps and the right steps were being made comfortable trusting in Mr. Roulston. I think that any professional legal business can be nice & kind and caring. I wanted someone who not only posses those traits but could also be pragmatic, confident and strategic on my behalf. It is with great pleasure that I have come across an honest and pleasant Attorney.
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Robert Edward Camors Jr, experienced Intellectual Property, Real Estate attorney in San Jose, CA with 6 reviews
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01 Oct, 2024 by Jesus
From the start Mr.Camors heard me out and then with his expertise helped me with my situation and for that I will always be grateful, Thank you once again Robert Edward Camors Jr
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18 Jul, 2022 by Liz
I called Bob regarding a question I had about a contract I was being asked to sign by a literary agency. He had me email him the form right then and there, and went through everything with me over the phone (even though he was on his way out the door for lunch!) He was very helpful, not only giving me his opinion about the contract but also offering advice on copyrighting and publishing in general.
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16 Dec, 2021 by Huilian
I had some questions around potential scam/fraud and asked for a consultation. Bob has been very responsive and helpful in giving advice.
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Kalpana Vrudhula Peddibhotla, experienced Immigration attorney in San Jose, CA with 6 reviews
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17 Dec, 2013 by Shaf and naj
Kalpana provided legal services for both me and my husband. She exceeded our expectations each and every time. She has a hard-working, knowledgeable legal team that diligently and effectively dealt with our case, with special thanks to Shana her legal assistant. We would definitely recommend her services.
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26 Jul, 2013 by Tony
Kalpana helped my fiancee get her U.S. visa while living in India. Kalpana had enough experience to anticipate common issues with obtaining supporting documents for our case, and was able to help us avoid delays and keep us on track to meet deadlines. She coached my fiancee through mock interviews with questions that the consulate was likely to ask in Chennai, and did the same for our joint interview here in the U.S. She was thorough, organized, and proactive every step of the way, making sure we understood exactly what to expect. Immigration issues can be stressful, and Kalpana gave us peace of mind and confidence that we were presenting the best case we could.
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21 Jul, 2013 by Vandana
Kalpana and her staff helped with my mother's green card processing - a fairly complex process since my mother was actually born in Rawalpindi pre partition. Kalpana knew exactly what was required and facilitated the process for us with expertise. Her staff was terrific too - I always got timely responses to both emails and phone calls. I would recommend this team to anyone who needs help or advice with immigration processes.
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Benedict Joseph Koller, experienced Litigation attorney in San Jose, CA with 6 reviews
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24 Feb, 2019 by Anna
I found Benedict the last minute just a couple hours before I almost lost my business. The Landlord tried to evict me without the paper that stated the eviction. I am happy he is a good lawyer, because he managed to keep my business longer. He is not only a good lawyer but he is an affordable one.
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20 Dec, 2017 by Sha
Mr. Killer is to me the best. He got me if my third strike with only 32 months and not sent to prison. Yes he lags sometimes in going to see you and things off that sort but he has many clients and allot of hight profile cases also to attend to. In the end from my experience this man gets what he wants in court. All the clients need is a little patients with him and you will get the help and best deal possible on
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21 Feb, 2017 by Dani
He is one of/ if not the best attorney I've ever met or hired. He is friendly, compassionate, easy to talk to and knows his stuff. He has gone to bat for my family as well as myself on more than one occasion and is a great trial attorney. He's like a ray of light in the ugly dark world of the legal system.
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Karim Shawn Manji, experienced Business, Personal Injury attorney in San Jose, CA with 6 reviews
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27 Jun, 2016 by Client
Mr Manji is a very good attorney. I recently hired him to help me on issues about landlord tenant disputes. He is very responsible, professional, punctual and efficient. He examined evidence carefully and write very professional letter covering all the details. I am very satisfied with his help and service. Thumb up! Mr. Manji.
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09 Mar, 2016 by Anonymous
I was involved in a contractor dispute and consulted Karim. Karim provided useful information that helped me resolve the dispute myself. He was honestly trying to help without trying to trick/pressure me to hire him.
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01 May, 2013 by Anonymous
Mr Manji is a great lawyer. He was responsible, punctual, and took the time to go the extra mile for my case. During the time of our case, Mr Manji extensively examined every detail and really cared for my future. We developed a personal relationship and had successful results. Thank you, Mr Manji.
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Matthew Michael McElroy, experienced Business, Real Estate attorney in San Jose, CA with 164 reviews
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13 Jan, 2025 by Haroon hamid
My son found Damian Castaneda, a Real Estate Attorney, on Google. After leaving him a message, we scheduled a phone appointment to discuss my needs. While he turned out not to be the right attorney for my specific situation, he went out of his way to refer me to someone who could help. I truly appreciate the time and effort he took, spending over an hour assisting me and ensuring I got the guidance I needed.
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07 Jan, 2025 by Jalal elyacy
Damian Castaneda is a very resourceful attorney and can solve complicated real estate matters for you!
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07 Dec, 2024 by Barbara green
They were able to refer me to a lawyer that was compatible to the issues I’ve been having. I’m so grateful for that.
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Samira Amato, experienced Family Law, Litigation attorney in San Jose, CA with 52 reviews
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15 Oct, 2024 by Rsv confidential
Nicholas was so wonderful to work with, he was incredibly patient and informative during a stressful situation. He was responsive and kept things on track the entire way. This firm really helped us and the outcome was better than I could have imagined.
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06 Aug, 2024 by Fernando zamudio
The Bravo firm was a pleasure to work with. Nicholas is very patient and informative and is helpful to explain everything every step of the way. He sets a standard and definitely works hard to exceed it. I highly recommend working with the Bravo Law Firm.
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06 Aug, 2024 by Scott gephart
The Bravo Law Firm far exceeded my expectations for the settlement I received on my Lemon Law settlement. Very easy to work with and quick immediate response to any questions I had with the whole process. I would highly recommend.
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Jason Walter Klawitter, experienced Business, Real Estate attorney in San Jose, CA with 5 reviews
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26 Jun, 2014 by Tammy
I needed some legal advice on real estate estate proplem and Jason was amazing. I was so Impressed, he was knowledgeable. It turns out I didn't really need to hire a lawyer. If I ever need A lawyer in the future I would definite call him and would Definitely recommend him to friends and family
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27 Jun, 2012 by Moose
He is very knowledgeable in his field and willing to give you his expert advice. He is very familiar in all the different angles of his practice. I would hire him without hesitation.
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19 Apr, 2012 by Jeff go
I had an issue with a real estate property that went sour. I called Jason based on recommendations and he was very understanding, and responsive to my needs. We met that afternoon and outlined a plan of action and he immediately contacted the other attorney to discuss my case. BUT more than all of this, he always knew to listen to my concerns, understanding that there is a human being on the other side. He is first a good human being, then second , he is a superb attorney!! Why cannot ALL attorneys be like him? We can only wish...:) Thank you Jason...keep up the good work!!! I WILL BE sending more business your way.
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Cameron Herl Day, experienced Business, Real Estate attorney in San Jose, CA with 5 reviews
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08 Apr, 2016 by Anonymous
Helped me through one of the free virtual legal services programs he runs and have found him to be very very helpful and knowledgeable in all civil matters. He consistently goes out of his way to answer any questions. Highly recommend him not only for his skills but great attitude to help. I am keeping my name anonymous as my case is ongoing but will reveal my name once I am done. Thanks Cameron for your services to the people in need. Sand....M
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30 Oct, 2015 by Johanna
It was a pleasure working with Cameron. Before hiring him, I called around to 10 different attorneys and got the run around. Most didn't answer their phone or have time to talk with me since it was a Friday afternoon, others told me "Please bring in a $5,000 retainer and then we'll talk." Finally, I came across Cameron Day. He actually answered his phone (the only attorney out of 10) and made time to talk with me and answer my questions right then and there. He also scheduled for us to meet on the following Monday, and after meeting with Cameron I was sure he is the person that I want on my side as I go through this financially and emotionally stressful phase of my life i.e. child support and child custody. Cameron is extremely knowledgeable and easy to communicate with, bills fairly and reasonably and responds quickly to call and emails. To make a long story short, we ended up winning everything we were asking for. I would highly recommend Cameron. Don't do it alone, he is the best man for the job!!!
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26 Aug, 2015 by Jason
Cameron has represented me for just a little while and he has made significant strides in helping me modify my child support and visitation. More than previous representation.
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Gleb Finkelman, experienced Business, Real Estate attorney in San Jose, CA with 5 reviews
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10 Jul, 2019 by Scott
Gleb worked for my company, Edges Electrical Group, LLC, for over six years in a General Counsel capacity. He has been diligent, responsive, knowledgeable, and extremely business minded. Gleb has good integrity and is a pleasure to work with. His legal services come with my highest recommendation.
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02 Jul, 2019 by Bob
Gleb has worked as our legal counsel for 4 years and always contributed his excellent qualities: Trustworthy, reliability, proficiency, accuracy, communication skills...and much more. Whoever enlists his help will be receiving a valuable asset.
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02 May, 2013 by Steve
Gleb did a great job advising me about contract terms for employment and incentive agreements in a new venture. His response was efficient and his language recommendations amidst complicated relationships was both sensitive and precise.
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Breanna Cornwall, experienced Child Custody, Child Support attorney in San Jose, CA with 5 reviews
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02 Feb, 2024 by Amanda
I contacted them and they were able to get me in for a consultation quickly for my upcoming case. they kept the costs down because they knew that was a worry for me. they were super helpful and really listened to me and what my goals were. my case was settled quickly and i would use them if anything else comes up in the future.
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26 Jan, 2024 by Chandler
Breanna was incredible to work with. She and her team always had my documents done quickly after finding out what needed to be done next and were on top of everything in my case. The paralegal helping was super responsive and helpful and I could always reach out directly to Breanna if needed. I was in a very abusive marriage and needed out quickly and needed protection for myself and my kids. They got me my dream outcome with a protection order, more in child support and spousal support than I thought possible, and I couldn't be more grateful to them. I would highly recommend Breanna to anyone needing legal advice.
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05 May, 2017 by Elizabeth
Breanna is a great strategic lawyer and a compassionate person. She brings years of experience to her practice which is invaluable for effective representation of her clients in family courts. I highly recommend her!
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Arthur Chih-Yu Lin, experienced Child Custody, Domestic Violence attorney in San Jose, CA with 5 reviews
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04 Nov, 2016 by Anonymous
My friend referred me to Arthur as I was struggling in my case. After my first phone call with Arthur, I decided to choose him as my second attorney immediately. My first attorney did not do good job that make me suffering and dragging my case. Instead, Arthur has very good knowledge that helped me a lot. He always explains in very efficient, patient, and clear way that I can understand what my next step is. My case is relatively complicated but Arthur is always responsive and supporting me fully. He is very practical and realistic and easy to communicate that really make my life easier especially in such complicated case. Even though my case is not easy to close and takes time, he is always patience and try to save my money. He is really a nice attorney so I would highly recommend him to my friends.
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26 Sep, 2016 by Anonymous
I hired Arthur for an uncontested divorce. His fees were much lower than another attorney I interviewed. He is friendly and easy to talk to and at times would remind me that he would have to charge me for certain tasks that I could do myself and for other time spent not covered under the original quote. He is very responsive and checked up on me when things were stalled (with my spouse). I communicated with him via phone and mostly email which was very convenient. His advice was practical and realistic, not trying to get more money from my spouse for little things which would've costed me more in fees. I would definitely recommend him for an uncontested divorce.
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28 May, 2015 by Viv
Arthur handled my divorce which was very long and contentious. He was always available and patient to explain the law and provide helpful assessments as to my options. He guided me through this naturally emotional and frustrating process with in-depth legal analysis, sound and practical advice, and even friendship and support. I would highly recommend him to anyone who wants a competent family lawyer whom you can trust.
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Sewnet Asrade Degu, experienced Business, Family Law attorney in San Jose, CA with 5 reviews
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05 Jul, 2018 by Anonymous
As an immigrant, he has first hand experience with the system and how to navigate it. Has a passion for immigration law. Definitely worthy of your consideration if you have an immigration issue.
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20 Jun, 2018 by Anonymous
My wife and I had great experience working with Sewnet Degu for the entire green card process. Everything was so well organized and he is so knowledgeable and professional that we felt secure and confident from the first to the last step. We got to work with him and were amazed by his professional attitude, responsiveness, support, empathy and more than anything, the level of knowledge about the immigration law. Thank you again! Edward
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29 Mar, 2017 by Misrak
My niece and I choosing the law offices of Sewnet to represent my niece was the best decision that we could have taken. Sewnet is a warm and nice person . He is highly talented and very good lawyer. We are truly grateful for his hard work and guidance . He is also well-versed in U.S Immigration policy, and keeps up with the latest trends in immigration law. From my first conversion with him, I immediately become aware of his integrity and commitment and moreover the passion he has for his work. God sends angels in different forms for my family. and attorney Sewnet is one of them. He is an awesome person who is always willing to go extra mile, he is always supportive, caring and understanding. He is an excellent lawyer, very professional and knowledgeable. He always return my calls or emails whenever I had a question or concern, even when I had to talk to him during his days off. It is so nice to be able to express your concerns to an attorney and have things explained to you without being rushed or bombarded with terms you don’t understand. My family is very pleased with Sewnet. I highly recommended the law offices of Sewnet for all immigration issues. SEWNET IS SIMPLY THE BEST!!!!
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Donald Edward Joseph Kilmer Jr, experienced Appeals, Civil Rights attorney in San Jose, CA with 5 reviews
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06 May, 2019 by Anonymous
I was arrested for concealed carry charges and Don did a wonderful job to help me get the best deal. I was going to be convicted of felony in Santa Clara county. Don spoke with the DA and I recieved a deal on my first court date. I was originally going to get a felony but it was reduced to a misdemeanor with court probation for two years and no weapons for 5. He still helps me to this day with anything and everything pertaining to my case. I am in the process of getting my record cleared. If your having trouble with any gun related offenses I would give his office a call. He's just an all around great lawyer.
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10 Aug, 2018 by C. jeffrey
Finally an Attorney that is hard working , ethical, and one of the finest Constitional Attorneys in the Country. Mr Kilmer has represent our firm on numerous occasions with outstanding results. He is a straight shooter and is not going to waste your time or money.
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09 Aug, 2018 by Anonymous
I hired Don to be my attorney for a case, and he was very patient in explaining the details of the case and my options. With his representation, we were able to get a good result with the case. I would hire Don again.
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Robert Alan Preskill, experienced Civil Rights, Criminal Defense attorney in San Jose, CA with 5 reviews
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04 Apr, 2022 by Karen
Robert is awesome, very professional, and was able to handle my situation in a timely manner. I highly recommend him extremely knowledgeable and knew exactly what to do.
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19 Jul, 2017 by Rosalia
This guy is the best of the best when it comes to criminal defense. I would recommend him to anyone.
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19 Jul, 2017 by Alexander
Robert is the best attorney I've ever been to. He is so professional and worked so hard on my case! I would go to him again in an instant.
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Jennifer Louise Mispagel, experienced Estate Planning, Trusts attorney in San Jose, CA with 4 reviews
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17 Jun, 2014 by Brian
My husband and I used Ms. Mispagel's services to create our living trust and advance health care directive. Every question we had about the process was covered quickly, and for the few areas where we needed clarification or changes she was more than happy to explain details or adjust our documents. Getting a trust set up is a stressful endeavor, but we really felt like we were in good hands with Ms. Mispagel.
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14 May, 2014 by Ed
I couldn't be happier with the service I received from Ms. Mispagel. She kept me informed, acted in a timely manner every step of the way, and offered assistance whenever I needed to do something to move the probate procedure along. I would be happy to work with her again in the future.
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22 Aug, 2011 by Anonymous
Jennifer was a very active part of my legal team. She was deeply involved in researching, framing issues, and writing up many of the arguements presented in the key documents. As anyone who is in the business knows, this ability is at the core of virtually every case. She also astutely (and when necessary--firmly), managed professional relationships with opposing counsel/party. VERY glad she was in my corner.
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Marina Michelle Vinsky, experienced Elder Law, Estate Planning attorney in San Jose, CA with 4 reviews
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04 Jun, 2011 by Dr. stephanie
I am very impressed with the level of knowledge, detail and personal service I received from Marina Vinsky. She made the process painless and asked all of the questions that I did not even think of. She made great recommendations and really explained all of the options until I was comfortable and understood the result of my choices. She also let me know when to contact her in the future and what else I needed to do so the trust would be complete. I appreciate her knowledge of everything required in this area. She loves it and it shows.
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23 May, 2011 by Elaine
My partner and I found Marina through our employer's EAP program. Marina worked with us to produce a Living Trust, and she made the experience a very easy and enjoyable one. Most importantly, she was very sensitive to our needs and ended up serving as a true coach for me. She guided me through some of the difficult decisions that had to be made and did so with a high degree of empathy and professionalism. What began as the fulfillment of a goal to secure my financial matters has morphed into a solid and ongoing relationship. I now proudly say 'my attorney.' I have had others in the past, but Marina is now my 'go to' person. We will be working on a pre-adoption process next, and I have every confidence that Marina will provide the same level of excellent service.
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18 May, 2011 by Michelle
Whilst finalizing a divorce, I was referred to Marina Vinsky with regard to creating a Revocable Trust, Advance Health Care Directive, Power of Attorney and a Will. Marina is extremely knowledgeable in all of these areas and I would highly recommend her professional services to anyone in need of the above.
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Laurel May Champion, experienced Litigation, Real Estate attorney in San Jose, CA with 4 reviews
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28 Jul, 2016 by John
I filed a lawsuit against my neighbors for riding motorcycles next to my horse boarding facility and blocking the access to my facility with large farm vehicles. The goal was to obtain a prescribed easement and an injunction prohibiting motorbike riding next to my property. The case lasted 3 years and included mediation, several settlement conferences, depositions, 4 separate trial preps and a 2 week jury trial. I had the opportunity of working with Laurel throughout my case and at all times I felt that I was in the presence of a respectful professional that knew the law and how to present it. During the trial I witnessed Laurel putting her heart and soul into her efforts to help me prevail. We did get the easement and injunction. There’s no doubt that 3 years of fighting with your neighbors is exhausting, but the experience of working with Laurel and her associate Ron Rossi and watching them in action during the trial was something I’ll never forget. I highly recommend Laurel Champion. She is ethical, intelligent, courteous, hardworking, highly organized and a pleasure to work with. Feel free to contact me anytime to discuss my experience with Laurel Champion.
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01 Aug, 2014 by Anonymous
Laurel handled a complicated fraud and nondisclosure case for me, where the law firm on the other side was a typical "BigLaw" firm and had the resources to throw shot after shot at us in the case. She and her team never wavered. The results were tremendous and I cannot say enough about how great her work was.
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01 Aug, 2014 by Anonymous
Laurel represented us in a recent real estate disclosure case and overall was wonderful to work with--thoughtful, very well-prepared, and most importantly, calm and confident. Her outstanding preparation was evident throughout the process and especially noticeable in the depositions and arbitration when it counted most. Her brief summarizing the entire case was superbly written. After just 2 days of arbitration, the plaintiff asked to settle and pay our attorney fees, in large part because of the strength of her defense strategy. All in all, Laurel is an outstanding attorney and I'd work with her again in the future--she listens well, is a great writer, and has an understanding of the legal issues that far exceeds her years.
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Andrew Timothy Oliver, experienced Business, Intellectual Property attorney in San Jose, CA with 4 reviews
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14 May, 2019 by Adi
I worked with Andrew on a case for a good 18 months. After working with him for extended period of time, I have a very clear idea about Andrew and here is a summary of what I found: 1) Extremely strong lawyer: his work including is simply unbelievable; to say the least. He is very knowledgably about everything has to do with law and legal matters. He never failed to impress me every time he drafts some paperwork and never failed to impress me on phone calls. The advice you get from Andrew are extremely valuable. 2) Very honest person: Andrew’s is extremely honest and he never ever tried to do work (like many other lawyers) that has little value to me even though he could benefit from it. He was always putting my interests before his interests, and this happened in dozens of scenarios. 3) Unbelievable writing skills: it is well-known that lawyers’ writings and choice of words are excellent, but Andrew is at a different level. I was employed for many companies in the last 10 years and I worked with many lawyers on various contracts. Andrew is way better than anyone I worked with by a massive margin. 4) Hardworking: he is always available, and always respond within a very short period of time. He replies to emails after hours, and even after midnight. 5) Very nice person: I met Andrew couple of times in person and I had a great time with him. This is a person you would live to spend time with, and you would definitely like to work with him on anything. 6) Very smart: he is very intelligent, and has a wide understanding of modern technologies. I have met lawyers that you need to explain to them terms from my industry. In Andrew’s case, he was so aware of our industry thoroughly and we did not need to spend time to educate him on anything. Furthermore, he has deep analytical skills that came handy in many situations. It is critical to work with a highly intelligent lawyer, and Andrew has that in him. It would have been so counterproductive to spend time explaining every detail to him, he knew everything. 
I highly recommend working with Andrew, he is unbelievable lawyer. I think I was very lucky to work with him, and I recommend anyone to hire Andrew. He has it all given my experience.
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15 Jun, 2016 by Tae bum
My company, a Fortune 200 biotech company, hired Andrew not only for his specialized expertise in both patent litigation and patent procurement, but also for his advanced technical knowledge. After retaining him, Andrew quickly and thoroughly grasped our complex technology that combined life sciences, engineering, and material sciences. He then analyzed multiple competitor patents and evaluated their potential impact on this technology. We were pleased when Andrew provided us with clear, detailed, and useful opinions on these patents, thus providing guidance for our future research and business efforts. Importantly, Andrew delivered these opinions within a tight budget and time-frame, all without compromising quality. As in-house counsel, I was Andrew’s primary client for this matter. I believe Andrew’s experience, skill, and knowledge, both in the technical and legal domains, were critical in delivering this high quality of work product. Moreover, Andrew was able to work seamlessly with members of the legal team at various levels, as well as with the responsible business executive. Our team was very impressed with Andrew’s work, and I would unequivocally recommend Andrew to others for all manner of patent-related work.
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08 Jun, 2016 by Shane
I worked with Andrew on patent litigation defending several large well-known companies. I found Andrew’s work to be efficient and effective. Plus, he is a pleasure to work with. Now, I am in-house intellectual property counsel. I have recommended that we hire Andrew for at least one litigation matter and would not hesitate to recommend him to my company or other companies looking to hire an intellectual property litigator.
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Phillip Brooks Rose, experienced Business, Intellectual Property attorney in San Jose, CA with 4 reviews
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02 Feb, 2024 by Tiffany
Mr. Rose represented me on a property issue during my divorce that was quite stressful. He is extremely professional, respectful of my time and budget, and went above and beyond representing me in this matter. Mr. Rose is honest, straightforward, and passionate. Not only an exceptional attorney, but person as well. He is a man of integrity, and I felt extremely fortunate to have him as my representation. I highly recommend Mr. Rose! I cannot say enough good things about him.
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31 Jan, 2024 by Nick
Mr Rose has provided me with service on numerous occasions and I am satisfied to a point where he is my go to lawyer for any legal needs. He will help you feel confident and guides the case well in letagating the best outcome. Phillip Rose has made me feel confident in being a landlord foe over a decade. I would highly recommend him everyone who's looking to hire a lawyer. Honest professional that's easy to work with. Thank you Mr Rose
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02 Apr, 2013 by Jona
I am writing this review in lieu of my positive experience in retaining Attorney Phillip B. Rose. I have a most recent Unlawful Detainer Case as a Home Owner that was scheduled for Trial. I made all efforts necessary in searching for an eviction attorney who could take on my case. Among the long list of attorneys and after so many phone calls I found Atty. Phillip Rose through his interaction on legal issues panel on AVVO. I checked his company website to find out more information on what he can do for his clients. His LinkedIn profile also exhibits outstanding Curriculum Vitae and therefore I have every confidence in hiring him as my attorney. He has proven expertise in eviction defense and has gained successful Trials in a variety of high-profile cases. Unlike many other attorney offices where it is hard to get hold of the attorney himself, Mr. Phillip Rose was actually the one who answered my phone call on a late Friday afternoon. He took the time in listening as I explained my case in details. He is not like other attorneys who would immediately say “Sorry, I can’t help you”. In a world we live in where kindness, humility, and virtue are often taken for granted it is hard to find one like Atty. Phillip Rose who is willing to go an extra mile in helping out a client. As I journey through life’s challenges I have learned from this latin word SINE ARS SCIENTIA NIHIL EST meaning “Knowledge without humanism is nothing”. Atty. Phillip Rose has shown that he has a good heart and a compassionate nature for his client. Even when I told him that my finances are limited he showed eagerness to help without hesitation. Among numerous positive attributes of Atty. Phillip Rose he is also very comfortable to work with. He is confident, dependable, resourceful, and possess great professionalism in developing factual information and in presenting my case to Court. Besides providing expedite client service while having a sound judgment he always responds in a timely manner. Through Atty. Phillip Rose’s successful negotiation with the Plaintiff my case did not have to go to Trial and thereby giving me a more favorable outcome. He always looks out for his client’s best interest. I am pleased and very satisfied in retaining Atty. Phillip B. Rose and therefore I highly recommend him and his law firm PBR Legal.
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Oleg Gluzman, experienced Tax attorney in San Jose, CA with 4 reviews
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10 Sep, 2018 by Anonymous
We hired Alex to help us resolve a very large back tax issue. From the beginning he was extremely professional and honest. He explained every detail and step along the way, so that we knew the risks. Alex was able to negotiate a deal that was far better than our expectations! it ended up being hundreds less than what we were expecting..Alex is well worth the call to have the piece of mind and the trust to know that it will get better.
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27 Aug, 2018 by Anonymous
Alex has been great to work with. Very knowledgeable in government tax processes. Tells you what to expect, provides honest feedback and is diligent in the way he approaches the situation. Is very responsive in keeping us updated. Understands the nuisances in getting the government to understand the situation and has the ability to find an acceptable resolution for a path moving forward. All we can say is Alex was able to resolve a tax issue that resulted in a total removal of the tax labilities that exceeded six figures. Amazing what he was able to accomplish for us. Well worth our the effort with Alex and his team. Very professional tax lawyer.
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19 Mar, 2018 by Catherine
Mr. Gluzman did an amazing job rescuing us from the claws of the IRS. Due to an error on their part tthe IRS was wrongfully coming after my husband and I for over $17,000. I had tried working with the IRS for over six years but trying to straighten out the error. My only mistake was not calling a lawyer first. Mr. Gluzman took over our case and quickly resolved the issue with us owing the IRS NOTHING! I can thank him enough!
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Constance Leota Carpenter, experienced Family Law attorney in San Jose, CA with 4 reviews
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31 Aug, 2018 by Richard
I have known Constance Carpenter professionally for more that three decades. We have consulted and referred clients to each other (I am a marriage and family therapist). She is thoughtful, patient, compassionate, and respectful to her clients. She does not sugar-coat or make unrealistic promises to trick clients into purchasing her services. She is thorough, dogged and passionate in her representation of her clients. She is the real deal.
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17 Oct, 2011 by Anonymous
I first went to see Constance for a case where my juvenile child was requesting new guardianship. We reviewed the situation in full. She stated (basically) that she could represent me (and charge me accordingly); but that there was little difference I (or she) would be able to do in this situation. Now, she could have just taken thousands of my dollars, representing me; but instead she told me the truth and suggested that since I knew the case and was articulate - - that I could represent myself (which I did). Later, Constance represented me in a child support case. The courts were asking me for $1800/mo... with Constance's help, the amount was reduced to $600/mo.
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08 Mar, 2011 by Jeff
When I recently had need of legal counsel, on the recommendation of several friends I contacted the firm of Carpenter and Mayfield. Constance Carpenter and Day Mayfield were great. They talked with me, analyzed my case and presented the options, and went to work to get issues resolved. They responded promptly to my phone calls, kept me informed every step of the way, and in my opinion did an outstanding job for me in winning my case. I recommend them without reservation. As I was told by the friends who recommended them, they go the extra mile for their clients. Their work is solid and their fees were fair....and they are great to work with.
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Stephen Paul Gorman, experienced  attorney in San Jose, CA with 4 reviews
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10 Dec, 2020 by Poriya
Mr. Gorman has been making special appearance for me for years; On multiple occasions even when I forgot to ask him to appear. He has saved my behind more than once and he does a perfect appearance every time. I couldn't recommend him more.
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09 Apr, 2019 by Anonymous
Mr. Gorman is always available to appear when I need him! He is professional, courteous, and extremely reliable. On a personal level, he's a very nice and pleasant guy! I am always comfortable relying on him to cover appearances for me. In fact, my whole firm relies on Mr. Gorman all the time. We wouldn't be able to keep up without Mr. Gorman's help. He's always there when we need him.
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02 Nov, 2018 by Arthur navarette, esq.
I have known Steve Gorman for over 20 years and have used him for special appearances innumerable times over those 20+ years. Steve is not only one of the most pleasant attorneys you will ever meet, he is the consumate professional and always ready to help. He knows the intricacies of MSCs, TSCs, Ex Partes and Law and Motion for every civil department in Santa Clara County. He knows the rules of court exceptionally well and also knows the rules each particular judge has and the quirks of each, as well. He is fabulous at getting Ex Partes approved, arguing motions, and does an excellent job of explaining your position at MSCs, TSCs and all hearings. When you ask him to specially appear for you, he quickly responds by email or phone confirming he will do so. The same day as your hearing, after your hearing he provides you with an email with the result, AND what to do for the next hearing and what to look out for. On the occasions when I have forgotten to appear for a hearing, Steve has stepped in and informed the judge he needed to call me, and has called and/or emailed my office asking if I wanted him to make a special appearance for me. He has saved me several times. Steve looks out for you and truly has your back! I can not say enough good things about Steve and the very reasonably priced services he offers, other than to add that I don't know what I would do without him. Like all of us busy attorneys, I can not be two places at once and Steve ALWAYS rises to the occasion and fills in for me. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND Steve Gorman as a special appearance attorney. If I could give him 10 stars instead of 5, I would. There is no other special appearance attorney in Santa Clara County who comes close to comparing to Steve! Arthur Navarette, Esq.
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Joshua Joseph Borger, experienced Business, Litigation attorney in San Jose, CA with 4 reviews
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26 Jun, 2017 by Rob
Consulted with Josh on a business transaction and he provided succinct, spot-on advice. As it turns out, Josh's advice was so good that I decided that I didn't need to hire an attorney. But that just goes to show that Josh is not out take your money; he is really interested in helping you out. So if you need a transaction or litigation attorney, I would recommend talking to Josh before you hand your money over to someone else.
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14 Jun, 2017 by Anonymous
Mr. Borger has been our corporate attorney since 2012. He has been helping us with all client and employment contracts. His expertise in numerous areas of our business has been extremely valuable to our organization. In addition, his sincere care and attention has been exceptional!
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12 Jun, 2017 by Janet
Josh provided me with great insight that helped me move forward with a tricky employment situation. He is smart, thorough, and very well-informed.
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Mark Reynold Prioste Figueiredo, experienced Business, Litigation attorney in San Jose, CA with 4 reviews
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13 Apr, 2015 by Michael
I am a business owner and I have worked with Mark for the several years. We have a complex business model and he has helped talk us through many scenarios impacting our company. Mark is able to explain the intricacy and complexity of the law and make it understandable and actionable. Mark is extremely personable and is always very patient in walking us through his thoughts on how to help us. Whenever we reach out to Mark, we know we are receiving the best legal advice possible. Mark is always very responsive and his team is very helpful as well. Mark is one the of the best investments we have made in helping our business!
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02 Mar, 2015 by Vijay
Mark is a very experienced and capable corporate attorney who has helped our company greatly by quickly understanding conflicts and bringing people with competing interests together to resolve them. He was able to quickly understand the goals of each individual involved, their common and differing interests with the rest of the team and accordingly maneuver the discussions to a amicable conclusion. I high recommend him for any company seeking to engage a good corporate attorney to guide it through corporate and legal commitments and issues.
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02 Mar, 2015 by Vijay
Mark is a very experienced and capable corporate attorney who has helped our company greatly by quickly understanding conflicts and bringing people with competing interests together to resolve them. He was able to understand the goals of each individual involved, their common and differing interests with the rest of the team and accordingly maneuver the discussions to an amicable conclusion. I high recommend him for any company seeking to engage a good corporate attorney to guide it through corporate and legal commitments and issues.
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Derryl Helene Molina, experienced Business, Elder Law attorney in San Jose, CA with 3 reviews
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29 Oct, 2013 by Anonymous
I have worked with Derryl Molina with numerous clients. All of them are very happy with her knowledge, patience, compassion and responsiveness. I have always found her to really care for her clients and will go the extra mile to make sure they are taken care of.
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24 Oct, 2013 by Diane
Derryl is one of the most efficient and trustworthy lawyers out there. She asks great questions, is organized, is well-versed in her field, priced very reasonably, is thorough, is friendly and compassionate. If there is anything that Derryl was not sure of, she always researched it thoroughly instead of doing what other lawyers tended to do; "make up" the answer. I have worked with many lawyers over the years for various reasons and I have to say, honestly, she is one of the best! She handled my prenuptial agreement, my living trust, my health care directive, my power of attorney, my will etc. and I highly recommend her to people who need these type of services. I have had nothing but positive experiences with Derryl and I am grateful for her services and expertise.
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24 Oct, 2013 by Anonymous
Derryl Molina did a terrific job preparing a living trust for our family. She explained complicated concepts and answered our questions thoroughly in terms we could understand. Derryl is extremely knowledgeable and truly cares about her clients. She is very dedicated to doing the best for her clients and is willing to go the extra mile for them. Our Family highly recommends Derrly Molina to anyone seeking help with wills and trusts.
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David Soon Park, experienced Estate Planning, Probate attorney in San Jose, CA with 3 reviews
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19 Sep, 2016 by Anonymous
I had the pleasure of consulting with Mr. Park about an existing trust that I thought needed updating. Mr. Park was honest and kindly explained I did not need his services at this time and further explained what I could do to update our trust for now. I appreciated the fact he did not needlessly sell his services, and while I did not hire him, I will be retaining him when the time comes.
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16 Sep, 2016 by Anonymous
I hired David for my estate planning. He was thoughtful, responsive and easy to work with. He was also flexible about where and when we could meet, and this was really helpful given I work long hours. If you have any questions or you're looking for an estate plan, I wouldn't hesitate to give David a call.
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12 Sep, 2016 by Anonymous
I had the pleasure of retaining Mr. Park to prepare my estate plan. He was responsive, professional and provided an excellent service from start to finish. I highly recommend him for anyone considering an estate plan.
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Victoria Elaine Horvatich, experienced Elder Law, Estate Planning attorney in San Jose, CA with 3 reviews
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24 Jun, 2022 by Violet
Victoria was very thorough going through my trust and explaining it, out loud, what’s in the trust and I heard something I wasn’t aware of and didn’t want. She made the adjustments to my satisfaction and I am very please. She also put my binder back in order. Thank you Victoria!
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24 Jun, 2020 by Doris
Victoria took us through the settlement of my parents trusts very efficiently and made the entire process, which could have been stressful, smooth and easy to understand. She also very efficiently reviewed our trust and made sure we were up to date. I highly recommend her.
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23 Jun, 2020 by Cathryn
I needed a new attorney to handle my estate planning. Although not ultra complex, I needed someone who could handle multiple trusts, carry out specific objectives, udate provisions, and correct some issues created by a former attorney. I was referred to Victoria Horvatich and Copenbarger and Cooenbarger. After an initial consultation I felt confident that she would be able to handle our families estate planning needs. Working with her was very easy. She was both responsive and attentive to detail. Setting up appointments and completing documents was easy. She took time to explain everything and helped develop a plan for the tasks I needed to do. Unfortunately, before we were able to complete all of the tasks, the COVID-19 shelter in place went into affect. Government offices were closed yet Victoria continued to work on my case. Estate planning is never fun, but Victoria was able to make the process manageable and helped me complete a process that I had too long postponed. I would highly recommend retaining Victoria Horvatich and will be using her in the future.
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