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27 Jun, 2024 by Jason cooley
I have been working with Lukins & Annis now for two years, and I must say that all the staff I have interacted with are truly professional. David Webster and his team helped me navigate the probate arena, while Charles Hausberg and Zaine M. Yzaguirre have been stellar in helping me with my litigation. Their expertise and advice is well above the price they charge, and I cannot recommend this law firm enough; you will not be disappointed.
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18 Apr, 2024 by K
0 stars if I could. Go elsewhere
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23 Dec, 2022 by Michael a. mckay
Excellent work. Very pleased with the outcome!
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27 Jun, 2024 by Jason cooley
I have been working with Lukins & Annis now for two years, and I must say that all the staff I have interacted with are truly professional. David Webster and his team helped me navigate the probate arena, while Charles Hausberg and Zaine M. Yzaguirre have been stellar in helping me with my litigation. Their expertise and advice is well above the price they charge, and I cannot recommend this law firm enough; you will not be disappointed.
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18 Apr, 2024 by K
0 stars if I could. Go elsewhere
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23 Dec, 2022 by Michael a. mckay
Excellent work. Very pleased with the outcome!
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27 Jun, 2024 by Jason cooley
I have been working with Lukins & Annis now for two years, and I must say that all the staff I have interacted with are truly professional. David Webster and his team helped me navigate the probate arena, while Charles Hausberg and Zaine M. Yzaguirre have been stellar in helping me with my litigation. Their expertise and advice is well above the price they charge, and I cannot recommend this law firm enough; you will not be disappointed.
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18 Apr, 2024 by K
0 stars if I could. Go elsewhere
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23 Dec, 2022 by Michael a. mckay
Excellent work. Very pleased with the outcome!
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27 Jun, 2024 by Jason cooley
I have been working with Lukins & Annis now for two years, and I must say that all the staff I have interacted with are truly professional. David Webster and his team helped me navigate the probate arena, while Charles Hausberg and Zaine M. Yzaguirre have been stellar in helping me with my litigation. Their expertise and advice is well above the price they charge, and I cannot recommend this law firm enough; you will not be disappointed.
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18 Apr, 2024 by K
0 stars if I could. Go elsewhere
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23 Dec, 2022 by Michael a. mckay
Excellent work. Very pleased with the outcome!
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08 Jun, 2018 by Jo
Dave Hearrean is the lowliest attorney around. He represented a family member and the Judge told us we needed to review our options as he was never prepared. He was afraid of the prosecutor and had a panic attack or something that looked like it. He claimed to be a fierce bulldog in the court room but was actually a whimpering little puppy. He called all the family and told us all different stories. He is a LIAR and a CHEAT. The only phone call he returned was for wanting more money. He was a useless defender and he acted like his client was the problem. He never discussed issues with his client just did or not did do what he wanted. Beware of this sly talking, shaking (he can’t even write, it’s unreadable – he trembles almost constantly), and he is a nasty smelling chain smoker. We do NOT recommend him to anyone!!! He should not be licensed to practice law anywhere.
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04 Nov, 2016 by Anonymous
Mr Hearrean is an awful attorney. He represented my son and we fired him half way through the process. He never returned any of our calls and after paying him the initial retainer treated us as a burden. I would not recommend him to anyone! Beware of this man he is a lier and a bad attorney!
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09 Feb, 2014 by Nick
Dave defended me on multiple cases.he got me out of everything. I was a bad person at one point in life but Dave inspired me to change my life and I'm proud to say today I work in the field of helping people in clean and sober living environment and I owe it to Dave giving me a second third fourth and fifth chance at life.I worked with many other attorneys and none came close to the compassion and caring Dave has
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27 May, 2023 by Jennifer
I hired a lawyer previous to Jason for a kinda custody case and she screwed my case all up and charged me a bunch of money, Jason helped me get the visitations I deserved and was reasonably priced. He is very serious attorney and knows what he is doing.
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10 Apr, 2023 by Richard
In my divorce case I was very impressed with Mr. Nelson. I several emails I complimented Mr. Nelson and his secretary, Cheryl. on their support and professionalism during a difficult time. That was in 12/17/17. In the final divorce decree the judge awarded me a Qualified Domestic Relation Order (QDRO), for the sum of $41,000, which was to be transferred from my ex-wife's 401k into mine. I was ecstatic, but to this date the QDRO has not been filed, which I have paid for. I finally had to file a complaint with Washington State Bar Association on 4/5/2023.
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14 Nov, 2019 by Roni
I hired Jason for my divorce he wasted months of my time. He ignored repeated emails and messages for 4 months, as did his secretary, that cost me thousands in extra child support payments. Now that my divorce is final I've spent almost 2 months trying to get a final statement (which I haven't received a single one since I hired him) and the remaining balance of my retainer. I plan on filing a complaint with the bar next.
If you want a lawyer with integrity and and dependability, do not hire Jason Nelson
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22 Sep, 2024 by Raff orellana
Yes, I got friends that went to her.She took their money,and didn't help them any.also Few people told me that she shows up drunk at the court.. Don't hire her.
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10 Aug, 2024 by Mellisa johnson
Gina and her associates know well what they’re doing. Trust them and trust the process, they know the way. Personally, I entered into the divorce process lost, scared, and intimidated, and at the end of my process felt supported, empowered, and relieved. I felt that my child’s and my best interest was always at the forefront thru the entire process, my gratitude is immeasurable for their considerations. Divorce sucks, and with the right support network, it sucks a little less. Thank you, Gina, you will always have a special place in my heart!
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19 Jun, 2024 by Kyle amonson
I was served with an outlandish protection order making very wild claims months after my ex-wife and I had divorced. The news was shocking to me and I only had 10 days to find an attorney to represent me. The original temporary order held little information. Gina agreed to represent me, was upfront about cost and options. She allowed me to mail bomb her office with all the potential texts, communication and support documents I had. She was able to sift through the piles of information and to suss out what was useful and not useful in my defense.
More than that she was able to identify the true cause of the problem, a desire to change the parenting plan for support money. I was the primary parent and my ex tried a desperate act.
Gina worked with my ex-wife's attorney to find a new balance to find a solution to make the time lost with the kids and the financial balance my ex-wife was seeking. She had a heart to make the case less difficult on the children and me. My ex-wife did not agree to any of the terms. And still wanted her day in court.
Gina danced circles around the plaintiff, expertly wielding the information and the understanding of a reasonable person's standards. The case was ultimately thrown out. Gina even followed up with me personally to ensure that I was ok.
I recommend Gina, especially to anyone who really is in a place where they know they are being wronged, and are willing to let their attorney be the expert on what is reasonable.
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21 Oct, 2013 by Anonymous
I'm not sure where other reviews are coming from, but Bruce Hondle handled my legal matters with the utmost professionalism, knowledge, foresight, and suggested things my past attorney's never thought of, he is on top of his game, extremely knowledgeable and was upfront with everything the entire step-of-the way. Not only is Bruce Hondle a superb attorney but also a darn great CPA with up-to-date tax-law knowledge. His attention to detail is second-to-none and sets him apart from the rest, extremely important when drafting documents and financial planning. I have finally found an attorney with whom I truly trust.
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16 Dec, 2012 by Anonymous
I agree with the other two clients who also gave him poor ratings, and stated.
(Mr. Hondle takes advantage of people. For example: he will charge you for a 10
second response to a phone message but use his full bilabial rate.) (And
instead of speaking over the phone, he would rather send an itemized letter
stating all of the things you owe him money for, and then not return your calls if
you want to question him.) These statements above are true as I also have
experienced them with Mr. Hondle as are estate attorney. Once was more than
enough. About the only time Mr. Hondle would return my calls was when
another one of high-priced exorbitant bills were due. Mr. Hondle conducted his
business with us in a completely unprofessional manner, and charged us a small
fortune! Mr. Hondle does not even have his own office, as he works out of his
house.
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13 Sep, 2011 by Anonymous
Mr Hondle handled a need I had with my residential dwelling efficiently and quickly. He was easy to communicate with, responded to my needs with understanding, and completed the task in a dutiful manner. I could not be more pleased with his performance.
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12 Jul, 2015 by Doug
Suzanne has represented me in several different cases. Each result has been in my favor. Her preparedness and knowledge were such that the other side had little or no chance at victory. She kept me "in the loop" each and every step of the way, telling me what to expect and reminding me to stay on track. She's ethical, and informed. She will tell you how it is and will also tell you when to settle your case so it does not drag on forever. She is tenacious and will not give up. Everyone knows horrible lawyers whose sole purpose seems to be billing hours. Suzanne Bartleson provides her clients with good value for her time, excellent knowledge of the law (in several different areas), and a strong work ethic. I have recommended her services to many people in the Spokane community who have used and relied on her law skills. I would give her 6 stars, but there are only 5.
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07 Oct, 2011 by Charles
i hired her based on the add in the yellow pages which indicates caring about children. i meet with her for free consultation and decided to hire her. at that time she indicated to me that i should seek 50% custody of our 6yr old son based on my work schedule which allows me availability to be a parent. one day after i hired her, my wife had her attorney file and serve a temporary dissolution. i was told that i needed to write a response to the dissolution to also be filed. i was not given any instruction to achieve this but was able to get the information from the internet. we emailed my response back and forth to edit it. i virtually wrote about 80- to 90% of the documents. at one point i questioned the condition of her edits and was told defensively that she had to spend 3 hours rewriting my documents because they were poor. i doubt that. when we meet with my wife and her attorney to file our legal seperation the next week, i asked ms. bartelson about the 50% custody and she told me that if either party is not in agreement that 50% custody would not occur. i told her that if she had told me that early on, i would not have requested it because i knew my wife would never allow it. this also caused my wife to get overly aggressive. at the time of our filing the legal seperation, i had agreed to move out of our home within 30 days. at the filing i was given documents to sign but was rushed and really not able to review them. the one that i should have reviewed was my child support schedule. the documents were filled out incorrectly and caused me to have to pay $200 more in child support each month. ms. Bartelson was aware of the correct figures but allowed the opposing attorney to use her schedule which was based on a copy of a worksheet that i had filled out incorrectly during our edit process.my wife retrieved the copy off my email account and provided it to her attorney. a big issue that i stated to ms. bartelson was that i needed to have access to the shop at our house for the winter to store things during the divorce process. once the legal seperation occured, my wife began a process of harrassment which i saw that i could not stay in our home for the 30 days i was given. i immediately moved out and my wife and her attorney began requesting that i vacate the shop also. ms. bartelson contacted me several times about this issue even after i stated to her that it was not possible and that it was the only agreement that i asked her to maintain. there were a few more motions filed by my wifes attorney which were resolved by agreement. i hired ms. bartelson in the beginning of oct and by mid dec. i reviewed my support schedule and realized that i was paying $200 more on my support than was needed. i called ms. bartelson to discuss my feelings about her short comings with my case but before i could list the multiple issues she cut me short and said she needed to remove herself from the case.at that time there was a motion in court to allow my wife to take our son on a winter vacation for three weeks. i was opposed to this because my time with him was reduced to 20% visitation and i wanted him to stay with me for the 3 weeks.she abandoned me at a critical point. in 2 1/2 months i spent $4,500 utilizing ms. bartelson and i spent $1000 in child support overage which i never recooperated. where divorce attorneys feel that they are due $200 - $250 per hour to provide poor service or to charge you for their time when you call to see why they are not working on your case. i spent an extra $2,800 on my next attorney which did absolutely no legal work but was to help file my finalized "mediated" dissolution. the $2800 was spent on me calling his legal aid from feb. to june to see why the divorce was not finalized. in the end, the majority of the dissolution documents that were signed and filed were from my original documents. my wifes attorney used my drafts. something is wrong with spokane's divorce attorneys.
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15 Apr, 2021 by Anonymous
sandy jones does not keep contact with her clients does not discuss the case with her clients and does what is in her best intrest not her clients or the publics she is along with the proscuter for a win lose or win records BEWARE OF SANDY JONES
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03 Sep, 2020 by Michelle
It was probably only a half an hour after our first meeting, after sitting and listening to Sandy; I realize that this lady is actually on my side, she's not burnt out on her job. I think she's going to go 'work' for me, that makes me feel so much better about everything. I can't begin to tell you I'm glad that I have her . She still has the fire, it takes to
do this kinda job well. That's what's important Michelle
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21 Oct, 2011 by Anonymous
For several years I used this attorney and found that he always charged top dollar and provided average work. It came to light when I hird another attorney to do some business deals that how found out how I had paid way to much. In addition several of Brian's deals had to be redone do to poor work all at my expense.
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15 Jun, 2007 by Anonymous
I have known Brian Hipperson for over 15 years and he has acted as my counsel multiple times. He is always honest, trustworthy, straighforward, knowledgeable, of extremely high personal moral standards and an overall very kind gentleman. I would highly recommend him for real estate closings, contract issues, wills or trusts or any general law issues you may have.
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10 Sep, 2015 by David w. gress
Selling off a subsidiary can be a monumental task. We came to Mr. Cleveland for his previous history with us of incorporating or 38 year old company in 1994. Mr. Cleveland brought his wealth of experience to our initial meeting. He helped us to design a contract with short term and long term security for the sale of the company and protections and guarantees of sustained valuation, should the contract fail. All of this with nominal fees. I actually expected a much larger billing and was satisfied with his rate for a corporate sale. I, wholeheartedly, recommend Mr Cleveland and look forward to using his services again.
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19 Aug, 2013 by Anonymous
Untrustworthy, large bills for no results, failure to communicate.
This was a trustee/guardianship situation, Mr. Cleveland allowed this situation to drag on for months and created a situation where only Mr. Cleveland and several other lawyers would benefit. For example when I asked a simple question - "what would be the advantage to me" where another attorney, the former guardian, would receive an entire amount of a trust as part of a TEDRA agreement Mr. Cleveland responded, "I do not understand your question".
Mr. Cleveland, in collaboration with other attorneys, wrote an almost incomprehensible, 7 page TEDRA agreement and either was unable to refused to discuss it with me but expected me to sign it. Mr. Cleveland, hired to act in my best interests, allowed the former guardian of my incapacitated mother, a prominent established professional guardian, to essentially act as a, "guardian of the estate", months after her death. I am unaware that there is in fact such a position as, "guardian of the estate". In this case I, the designated estate executor, principal beneficiary of the estate, my son, the secondary beneficiary of the estate, two relatives, and several creditors of the estate did not receive funds for over a year after my mother's death.
Mr. Cleveland, my paid attorney, required to represent my interests, refused to contact my son who apparently had some issues with my performance as a previous trustee/guardian in an attempt to resolve these issues. I drafted a proposal to resolve these issues with my son but it was ignored by Mr. Cleveland who carefully avoided discussing this. Mr. Cleveland was essentially controlled by the lawyer/guardian who had access to all the funds in my mother's estate during the last year of her life and over a year after her death as a self appointed, "guardian of the estate".
Mr. Cleveland could have filed a motion with the court to discharge my mother's guardian that would allow me to proceed with execution of her will as estate executor, by distribution of funds to pay bills/cost and beneficiaries in a timely way but he refused to. I believe Mr. Cleveland was sympathetic to the former guardian and lawyer that represented the estate and had a primary interest to these two attorneys instead of to me, his client.
Mr. Cleveland deliberately failed to inform me of a scheduled court hearing that I found out about during a periodic review of court filings at the court house. During an email exchange between Mr. Cleveland and my self a days before the scheduled hearing, Mr. Cleveland did say there was a scheduled hearing. Mr. Cleveland did not lie to me but avoided telling me about the hearing until I asked.
Generally I found Mr. Cleveland to be evasive and untrustworthy, only acting in his best career interests - I fired him.
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11 Feb, 2013 by Chad
He is amazing! Mine was a long and drawn out complicated case. As I am sure we can all relate to the government approches thing on their own time and that is not saying they have alot of time with the huge case loads and the meticuls nature of thier work. I say hats off to them and the people who stop for a moment and care a little to much! Dana stuck with my case to the end and finnaly triumphed. I will always be greatful to his help with my case.
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11 Oct, 2011 by Anonymous
I have had a case going for years and never hear anything about the progress or anything. I call and it takes forever to get a call back. I always heard good things about this attorney but I am not getting the same results. I have new evidence but they say they do not need it. The evidence makes my case and they say it is not needed....???? Anyone else experience these difficulties.
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05 Oct, 2012 by Robert
been dealing with him as a client for 2 years. He was initially responsive and eagerly took my money. After filing the cases though he stopped returning calls and even failed to take defaults or meet deadlines, stopped returning calls, or mail to turn the files over to another attorney.
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27 Feb, 2012 by Anonymous
I have called and emailed this attorney but he never responds. He should at least call to say he is busy and cannot help me.
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22 Sep, 2011 by Tabrina
It was my first time renting my home and it was my first time evicting a tenant. James was very helpful informative and got them out A.S.A.P. he walked through the steps with me and had court dates set up immediately. Never canceled on me or moved dates. He had the renters out with me having the upper hand not the tenant, all in 28 days. He not only helped us with all that he gave us information to what not to do in the future he gave us numbers to call and places we can go to check out our new renters. We are very grateful to him very caring and being very genuine and sincere.
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08 Feb, 2024 by Anonymous
I used Wendy for a short period of time during my divorce case, she did not file paperwork on time, was very hard to get ahold of, and advised me to take the first settlement offer my ex proposed which gave him the house, cars, bank accts basically everything and she told me this was the best we could get. I quickly determined she DOES NOT have my best interests in mind and hired another attorney who represented me well and came to a fair settlement splitting everything 50/50
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21 Aug, 2018 by Anonymous
I gave her five thousand dollars for my son's case, which she never did her job. She did not file any paper work with the court, and she is really terrible about returning phone calls. This attorney has moved up to three times without contacting her clients. My advice is not to hire this attorney at all.
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22 Jan, 2016 by Alan
Wendy helped me through the divorce process and was very responsive, attentive and in the end she was able to help me negotiate a settlement that both myself and my X wife could agree to. Wendy was always timely in responses and in filing documents which helped the process move quickly for me. I would recommend Wendy to anyone looking for an attorney they can trust.
Thank you Wendy!
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22 Feb, 2017 by Anonymous
This lawyer was hired to represent me for post-secondary support. In spite of me being timely with my filing request, handing him all of the necessary documents, meeting with him and calling his office weekly to find out the status of my case, he was so incredibly tardy with the court filings that I got penalized by the justice system and didn't receive any post-secondary support. Bryan did NOT represent me. He was completely unprepared for court, would come running in at the last minute, and was not knowledgeable as to the specifics of my case. In spite of his lack of preparedness, he still received payments of nearly $10,000 in fees - while costing me $10,000 in lost support. I wish I would have fired him many months ago.
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15 Sep, 2016 by Jan
This is an incompetent, ineffective, greed filled attorney. When YOU need a strong, capable advocate, this guy is NOT at all "on your side", He is ONLY on his side. And the billable hours he submitted, 5 minutes billed for a 1 minute phone consult. I have the phone bill to prove it, but I was told that they "round up" for billing. I have been cheated and duped by this "human". We will see what happens when the WA State Attorney General finally investigates the numerous complaints on him.
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19 Mar, 2015 by Scotty
I hired Mr. Geissler about 20 years ago after hiring multiple unprincipled Spokane attorneys previously; in a four year nightmare, I lost every hearing to include the week long trial. Geissler is poor at developing overall strategy and writing compelling legal arguments even when the facts and the law are overwhelmingly in his client's favor. To be fair, Geissler is adequate tactically; however, without a guiding strategy the "little wins" are meaningless. Also to be fair, the court was highly prejudiced against me. There is no doubt that Geissler is primarily money driven, but I've never met an attorney that wasn't. I will also point out that no attorney is going to do what is right if it is going to adversely affect their future relationships with the judges that they have to work in front of everyday; their livelihood is more important than their character and integrity or your children.
Overall, I think that Geissler's ineffectiveness is because of his average intellectual prowess more than any other factor. I give him a poor rating because when you're kids are at stake there are no excuses.
p.s. don't think I am just speaking from bitterness because I was able to win custody of my children with some post-trial behind the scenes efforts of my own - I'm sure that Geissler chalked this up as a win for him, but it wasn't.
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12 Feb, 2022 by Olewhatsername
Priscilla A. Vaagen was the attorney for the other party in a child custody case. She ghosted my attorney every time we had issues. It was ordered through the court that any time I wanted a UA from my ex all I had to do was request it. Priscilla never made sure they were completed. She would not send the answers to my Motions causing me to get 6 continuances because she either did not show up for the hearings or she was not prepared. That cost me double money since I still had to pay for my attorney. Then she decided she no longer would represent my ex so we are on hold waiting for her to get another attorney. We have been in the court with this case for 18 months and it is still not resolved due to her incompetence. Run ... don't walk away from this attorney.
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04 Apr, 2014 by Anonymous
Priscilla did a great job on my divorce case. I never had an attorney prior to using her and she made me feel empowered to take my life back. I would recommend her to anyone who is looking for a understanding, tough, and smart attorney.
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30 Jun, 2013 by Larry
Never got any Copys of anything, Found out I was Divorced form a Friend who seen it in the Paper I sent an E-Mail to Priscilla two week After that then she sent me a E-mail Copy. We went into Meadition without My Xs Finacial Disclosure. Would not keep me up to date on any thing or do any thing to help me. Only what she had to do. My Fault I should have got a Good Lawyer Please Run from this one
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04 Oct, 2024 by Joshua christensen
The way this whole system treats someone that got hurt and gets picked on they ought to be ashamed of themselves...
They will convict an innocent person what's out
Any regard for human rights. And I'm not talking about Spokane county bar association
It's their entire court system. Is disregarding the actual law they're hurting people in complicity to allow crimes to be committed by State and federal employees. It's sad how most people in the state here that work for the state of federal government can't get fired so they just don't do their job at all...
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06 Dec, 2023 by Matt duggan
Very helpful organization. Friendly staff who is full service and go out of their way to help. Highly recommend.
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18 Oct, 2023 by Jerry quinn
The online referral tool does not work or has not been maintained. No one answers the phones. Not sure what value this bar association provides. I can't see any reason to ever go here except to be frustrated.
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04 Oct, 2024 by Joshua christensen
The way this whole system treats someone that got hurt and gets picked on they ought to be ashamed of themselves...
They will convict an innocent person what's out
Any regard for human rights. And I'm not talking about Spokane county bar association
It's their entire court system. Is disregarding the actual law they're hurting people in complicity to allow crimes to be committed by State and federal employees. It's sad how most people in the state here that work for the state of federal government can't get fired so they just don't do their job at all...
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06 Dec, 2023 by Matt duggan
Very helpful organization. Friendly staff who is full service and go out of their way to help. Highly recommend.
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18 Oct, 2023 by Jerry quinn
The online referral tool does not work or has not been maintained. No one answers the phones. Not sure what value this bar association provides. I can't see any reason to ever go here except to be frustrated.
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04 Oct, 2024 by Joshua christensen
The way this whole system treats someone that got hurt and gets picked on they ought to be ashamed of themselves...
They will convict an innocent person what's out
Any regard for human rights. And I'm not talking about Spokane county bar association
It's their entire court system. Is disregarding the actual law they're hurting people in complicity to allow crimes to be committed by State and federal employees. It's sad how most people in the state here that work for the state of federal government can't get fired so they just don't do their job at all...
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06 Dec, 2023 by Matt duggan
Very helpful organization. Friendly staff who is full service and go out of their way to help. Highly recommend.
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18 Oct, 2023 by Jerry quinn
The online referral tool does not work or has not been maintained. No one answers the phones. Not sure what value this bar association provides. I can't see any reason to ever go here except to be frustrated.
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21 Oct, 2024 by Anonymous
Family member hired him they paid all but 1500 of the 5000 plus he did nothing to help. When they lost went to jail asked for time to pay rest they turned over to collectors. I had offered to make small payments til the person was out and they wouldn't The worst!!
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08 Apr, 2024 by Anonymous
Had 3 lackeys start and then quit associating with Phelps and associates, then finally 1 represented me in court and may as well been working for the prosecution as he knew only what he heard from the prosecution. I would have been better off representing myself. THEY ARE RIP OFFS
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21 Aug, 2023 by Anonymous
This attorney is a scam artist. We hired him for a family member. Paid him 5 thousand dollars down. And he did not not contact us or do anything for months after. When we complained and asked for our money back, he claimed he would do the case for only the 5 grand. A year later, he sent paper work to collections going after me for 10 grand. Do not hire this money grabbing liar.
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Experience and Specialization:
Ensure the lawyer specializes in the area of law relevant to your case. -
Disciplinary Record:
Look up any history of disciplinary actions or complaints through the state bar association. -
Client Reviews and Testimonials:
Read reviews on legal directories like Avvo, Martindale-Hubbell, or Google to gauge client satisfaction. -
Professional Memberships:
Membership in professional organizations or specialty bar associations can indicate a commitment to their field. -
Awards and Recognitions:
Honors from reputable organizations reflect expertise and a positive reputation. -
Consultation Assessment:
Use the initial consultation to evaluate their communication skills, responsiveness, and willingness to address your concerns. -
Ask for References:
A credible lawyer should be willing to provide references from past clients.
What Should I Prepare for My First Consultation?
To make the most of your initial meeting with a lawyer, come prepared with:
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Relevant Documents:
Bring all documents related to your case, such as contracts, correspondence, legal notices, court papers, or evidence. -
Written Summary:
Prepare a concise written summary of your situation, including key dates, events, and involved parties. -
List of Questions:
Write down any questions you have about your case, the legal process, or the lawyer's experience. -
Financial Information:
If applicable, bring financial documents like pay stubs, tax returns, or bank statements. -
Contact Information:
Provide details of any witnesses or other parties relevant to your case. -
Personal Identification:
Bring a valid ID for verification purposes. -
Pen and Notebook:
Take notes during the consultation to remember important points. -
Budget Constraints:
Be ready to discuss your budget and any financial limitations.
How Much Does a Lawyer Cost?
The cost of hiring a lawyer varies widely based on several factors:
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Fee Structures:
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Hourly Rate:
Lawyers may charge anywhere from $150 to $500 or more per hour, depending on experience and location. -
Flat Fee:
For routine legal services like drafting a will or handling an uncontested divorce, lawyers might offer a flat fee. -
Retainer Fee:
An upfront payment against which the lawyer bills hourly fees. -
Contingency Fee:
Common in personal injury cases; the lawyer receives a percentage (typically 25% to 40%) of any settlement or award. -
Monthly Retainer:
For ongoing services, businesses might pay a monthly fee for a set number of hours or services.
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Hourly Rate:
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Factors Affecting Cost:
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Complexity of the Case:
More complex cases require more time and resources, increasing costs. -
Lawyer's Experience:
Highly experienced lawyers may charge higher fees. -
Geographic Location:
Legal fees can vary significantly by region or city. -
Additional Expenses:
Court filing fees, expert witness fees, travel expenses, and administrative costs may be extra.
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Complexity of the Case:
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Estimating Total Costs:
Request a detailed fee agreement outlining all potential costs.
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Negotiating Fees:
Some lawyers may be willing to negotiate fees or offer payment plans, especially for clients with financial constraints. -
Pro Bono Services:
For those who cannot afford legal services, some lawyers or legal aid organizations offer services at reduced rates or for free.
