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Scott Phillip Weber, experienced Business, Intellectual Property attorney in Tampa, FL with 3 reviews
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07 Mar, 2016 by Mike
As a business owner I have looked, used, and paid for many legal services over the past 5 years, most of which have been sub-par. It was refreshing to finally meet Scott Weber. Mr. Weber’s experience, passion, and service to his clients is outstanding. I would recommend Scott Weber to anyone looking for quality work!
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05 Mar, 2015 by Dani
We have worked with Mr. Scott Weber for over 5 years now and have always been highly impressed with his skill. He is incredibly detail oriented, knowledgable, and I've always had the upmost trust in any recommendation he gives my company.
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26 Mar, 2013 by Marcus
I have worked with Scott Weber on numerous franchise and business project over the past 10 years. Although I have tried other options, I always come back to the reliable service Scott provides.
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Michael John Stanton, experienced Business, Consumer Protection attorney in Tampa, FL with 3 reviews
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09 Nov, 2017 by Carolle
Mr. Stanton has assisted me many occasions with my Franchise Agreements, reviewing contracts and agreements and incorporation work. They are reasonably priced, very professional and communicates effectively. I highly recommend his service.
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30 Jan, 2015 by Richard
We were a defendant in a frivolous federal lawsuit that was filed against us. Not knowing where to turn we wanted to make sure we had the best lawyer representing our company. Mr. Stanton was recommended to us as an incredible business attorney in Tampa FL from other business professionals. Mr. Stanton walked us through the entire process and advised us of the pros and cons to every decision we made. We held our ground and ended up with a case that was dismissed. We are completely satisfied with the work provided by Stanton Cronin Law Group and we plan on keeping our retainer active so we can call them with any questions or problems that may arise in the future.
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10 Feb, 2012 by Bobby
I contacted Mike (and Sean) to assist me on a business lawsuit for which I was being deposed in 6 days. We spent over an hour discussing my case. Mike was completely upfront and knowledgable on the deposition process and how we should proceed. Having never been deposed, I was quite nervous before speaking with Mike. He put me at ease and assured me that he would be there to represent me and my business partner so that we presented our case succinctly and accurately to the deposing attorney. He met us early for the meeting, reviewed our documents and took control of the meeting from the beginning. The deposition went smoothly and we were done in less than 90 minutes due to Mike preparing us so well ahead of time. His flat rate was more than reasonable while the service was extraordinary. If you need a business lawyer in Tampa, you only need to call StantonCronin.
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Cassandra Henderson Esq., experienced Business, Family Law attorney in Tampa, FL with 3 reviews
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03 Nov, 2020 by Jackie
Ms Henderson is one off the few lawyers that I have met ,that will go all out for you ,I know personally that she will fight tooth and nail for her clients
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03 Nov, 2020 by Naveah
I hired Henderson Legal Services after already spending thousands with another law firm that just kept asking me to refill my retainer but I wasn’t seeing any results. I have to be honest, I didn’t expect much because I had not gotten anywhere in a year. Ms. Henderson was not like any attorney I dealt with. She was nice and I never felt rushed or dismissed. She listened to me and my concerns. She worked hard and gave me regular updates and she got my case moving when other law firm sat on it. She told me during our first conversation she wanted to reshape the legal profession and set an example for what lawyers should be. Yes she is. I’m glad I found her.
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30 Oct, 2020 by Toni
Henderson Legal Services is where the "bar" should be set. The most honest, professional, and knowledgeable attorney that puts YOU first! Henderson Legal services does not take advantage of the consumer needing legal services, instead this firm, puts the client first! Independent of her stellar integrity, Henderson Legal Services is tenacious, aggressive, and gets the results for the client, all with finesse, professionalism, and kindness. I will never seek representation with anyone , except Henderson Legal Services. Every attorney should strive to conduct their practice and their integrity like Cassandra Henderson. I felt like my bad luck ended and the good luck started after I was represented by Henderson Legal Services. A true blessing in my life. I am extremely grateful, that not only, my legal issue was resolved, but I was actually listened too, and that Cassandra Henderson cared about my situation and my family. For that, I I will be loyal to her whenever another legal issue arises. The attorney with a big heart, that is Cassandra Henderson. And--she gets the big results. I could not be happier with my representation.
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Ashley Sigrist, experienced  attorney in Tampa, FL with 3 reviews
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06 Oct, 2021 by Carl
Worked with Ashley quite a bit on my recent divorce case. She is professional, responsive, personable, and knowledgeable in her area of expertise. I would highly recommend her to anyone seeking representation.
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20 Jun, 2021 by Michele
Ashley and the entire team were very helpful and guided me throughout the entire process. I really appreciated their help and guidance during a difficult situation.
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09 Aug, 2019 by Juan
I consulted multiple attorneys before hiring Ashley. The team was understanding of my needs. The other attorney's came with the "rip the band aid off" mentality. Which meant get ready to lose custody of the children and pay child support. It wasn't the case here. After doing what they told me to do, the case never made it past mediation. I was able to get my kids with equal custody, zero child support and I was able to keep the property with the highest value.
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Alberto "Al" Gomez Jr., experienced Bankruptcy attorney in Tampa, FL with 3 reviews
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29 Dec, 2016 by Anonymous
Handled my case with extreme professionalism and made the experience as painless as possible. The outcome was much better that I expected.
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16 Dec, 2015 by Jamie and ralf
Atty Gomez and his staff understand the confusing Federal Bankruptcy System and walked us through a complex Chapter 11. We not only were handling a five-year bankruptcy plan; a problem with an erroneous property title; but also a five-year IRS audit simultaneously. From my viewpoint, it was very overwhelming but from theirs, it was easy. Because Atty. Gomez and his staff does this "every day", they just walked us from one step to the next. Eventually it unraveled. The IRS Audit is over, the property title handled, and we are fortunately on our last steps as this is the end of our five-year-plan. There is really light at the end of that dark tunnel. We are very close to having only the daily schedule of work and family again. Our personal recommendation is to work closely with Atty Gomez and Andrea, help your spouse get through this with full support and no blame on either side, and you will get through this with a closer happier marriage like we have.
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10 Dec, 2015 by Anonymous
We were involved in prolonged Interstate litigation case. With the goal of protecting our corporate structure as well as protecting our shareholders personally, we hired Mr. Gomez to take us through a Chapter 11 . He provided the best legal advice we received over the 8 year long case. In less than a year the case was filed, the Chapter 11 was plan approved, all creditor payments were made and the case was closed. Prior to hiring Mr. Gomez we were considering walking away from the business and seeing where the cards would fall. Instead we have retained the ownership of a profitable business.
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Michael Ryan Kangas, experienced Appeals, Litigation attorney in Tampa, FL with 3 reviews
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25 Mar, 2020 by Brant
I hired Mike to represent myself and my siblings when our fathers second wife looted a trust fund after our father's death. While I very much wanted to recover the trust money, I did not want to spend a lot of time and money to get a judgment against her only to be unable to collect, or to spend more time and money on collection. I explained this to Mike the first time we talked on the phone, and throughout our almost 2 year journey together he never forgot it. All of his actions were geared toward recovery, not a useless moral victory. In the end we did prevail and recovered all our money and had our legal expenses reimbursed. The second wife's attorney had an excellent reputation, so victory was not easy or a foregone conclusion, yet Mike was able to counter them at every turn. I can't say enough good about Mike, and I recommend him without reservation. I should add that I live in Colorado, so I never met Mike in person. We conducted all of our business via phone and email, and he was always very responsive when I would reach out to him.
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31 Jan, 2016 by Anonymous
In life's journey, every now and then you have the rare privilege to encounter someone who is so incredibly special that they change your future course and make it significantly better. For us, that person is Attorney Michael R. Kangas of the Philip A. Baumann Law Firm in Tampa, Florida. Mike Kangas is an incredibly talented professional. He is deeply understanding and compassionate. During our first meeting with him, we immediately recognized that he was the ideal person to represent us. Mike Kangas has represented us for five and a half years now, and selecting him has been one of the best lifetime decisions we have ever made. The situation we were in was so incredibly complex that we had to question ourselves whether or not it could be successfully pursued. Our great fortune was that Mike has in-depth knowledge of the law, and, as important, he deeply understands right from wrong. Mike guided us every step through this arduous process, taking the time to ensure we understood the rationale of his efforts on our behalf. In a very detailed manner, he kept us completely involved in the decision-making process. We soon observed that Mike Kangas would work evenings and weekends on our behalf through this incredibly difficult process. He didn't tell us about this, but we figured it out from the correspondence. Whatever it took, Mike was there for us. What a professional. Mike has a great sense of humor when warranted. He frequently made us feel so much better as to the ongoing ebb and flow during this lengthy process. We were also so incredibly fortunate in that Mike is a part of the Phillip A. Baumann Law Firm. Mr. Baumann is an incredibly talented, knowledgeable, professional attorney, and one heck of a fine leader. Only a great leader can create the environment that enables his entire staff to absolutely excel. His Super-Star assistant, Rebecca, has been so incredibly helpful, compassionate, and understanding throughout this process as our Paralegal. The Baumann Law Firm represents clients throughout Florida. In the strongest possible recommendation we know how to make, Mike Kangas of the Phillip A. Baumann Law Firm should be one's first choice in selecting legal representation, especially for any aspect of Probate, Trusts, and Estate Law. In any endeavor, this level of pure professionalism doesn't come around very often in today's world. In our case, we are so very, very grateful Mike Kangas and the Baumann Law Firm was, is, and will remain there for us.
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14 Jun, 2014 by Anonymous
Michael Kangas represented my daughter and me in a case involving the settlement of a trust. Our attorney here in Kentucky recommended him to us as we needed someone who was licensed to practice in Florida. Throughout the period in question (11 months), Michael was invaluable in keeping us informed with emails and phone calls. We always felt that our best interests were well represented. I would not hesitate to call on him again or recommend him to someone should the occasion present itself.
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Jessica Skoglund Mazariego, experienced Business, Estate Planning attorney in Tampa, FL with 3 reviews
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15 Nov, 2018 by Chas
Jessica is a great asset to your business management. She's extremely knowledgeable and helpful when it comes to reviewing our business contracts.
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13 Nov, 2018 by Dr. john d. goolsby
Jessica is a great attorney. she has a great legal mind that can manage any business situation you may have. I highly recommend her for all of your business needs.
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18 Apr, 2018 by Kelly
Mrs. Mazariego is an extraordinary attorney. She goes above and beyond for her clients. She is very knowledgeable and compassionate. I would highly recommend her.
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Lauren T. Orebaugh, experienced Business, Discrimination attorney in Tampa, FL with 3 reviews
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13 Aug, 2016 by Michelle
Lauren was co-counsel on my ADA discrination case. At first, I thought there is no way I want her respresenting me,... She's too nice. Ohhh was I wrong. Well, Lauren is nice, very nice, but don't let that fool you. Lauren is the kind of soft spoken attorney with a big stick. I only wish I would have come to trust her sooner. She did not need me micromanaging her, she needed me to get out of her way and let her do her job. Tell it like it is, but in a nice way. Patience and understanding. Thorough and organized. Which attorney you hire is important. Choose wisely. I did. Thanks Lauren!! You're the best!!
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23 May, 2015 by Scott
Lauren ersponded within a couple of hours of my inquiry and although she does not practice the kind of law I was asking about she provided me with a contact to find someone to help. Thanks Lauren!
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20 Jan, 2015 by Lisa
Called regarding Sexual Harassment and discrimination in my work place. She promptly called me back reviewed my information and helped me beyond my expectations. Very knowledgeable, understanding and listened. Thank You so much. Lisa V
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Joel J. Ewusiak, experienced Business, Consumer Protection attorney in Tampa, FL with 3 reviews
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07 Jan, 2012 by Joyce
Joel was recommended to me by my original attorney. I was skeptical at first, but as the law suit progressed, I became very comfortable with him as my attorney.
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10 Sep, 2010 by Anonymous
Compassionate and understanding of the needs of clients. Creative and assertive in handling cases and resolving issues. Pleasant and professional to deal with. Highly recommended
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08 Aug, 2008 by Anonymous
he makes complicated issues simple and he gets results. No bs with him. Very refreshing.
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Lisa Frances Karges, experienced Child Custody, Child Support attorney in Tampa, FL with 3 reviews
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14 Jun, 2012 by Robert wilkins
Dealing with issues from ex-spouse for 18 years and had never won a case. Lisa knows the law and has much knowledge concerning case law and found the answer I needed to finally get justice on my behalf. Never mislead me and always answered my requests in a timely manner. The fees that are needed to pay this firm are worth EVERY penny and every word of their commercials and advertisements are TRUE. They will fight for you, but are totally ethical and stand on their word.
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23 Jul, 2010 by Ace
I HAVE ONLY CAME A CROSS TWO HONEST AND CAREING LAWYERS AND LISA IS ONE OF THEM. IN THE LAST THREE YEARS I HAVE HAD TO DEAL WITH ALOT OF LAWYERS FOR ONE REASON OR AOTHER MY LIFE WAS TURN UPSIDE DOWN AND FALLING APART. I FOUND ALOT OF LAWYERS DON'T CARE ABOUT YOU OR YOUR PROBLEMS IT'S JUST A BUSINESS TO THEM AND LIKE ANY BUSINESS THEY JUST ARE LOOKING TO GET PAID. SO THEY TELL YOU WHAT YOU WANT TO HEAR JUST TO GET YOU AS A CLIENT. WHAT THEY DON'T UNDERSTAND IS THAT THEY ARE DEALING WITH PEOPLE AND THE PEOPLE COME FIRST NOT THE BUSINESS. IF YOU CAN'T HELP ME JUST TELL ME DON'T LIE AND DO WHAT EVER JUST TO GET ME TO SIGN WITH YOU. LISA UNDERSTAND THIS AND NEVER SAID SHE WAS GOING TO DO SOMETHING AND NOT DO IT. IF SHE DID NOT KNOW FOR SURE SHE WOULD SAY SO TO ME THIS IS WHAT IS IMPORTANT WHEN YOU ASK SOMEONE TO DEAL WITH YOUR LIFE PROBLEMS AND ALL THAT COMES WITH THAT BECAUSE YOU NEED HELP. IF NOT YOU WOULD OF NEVER OF CALL THERE OFFICE TO BEGEN WITH. SO IF LIKE ME YOU NEED SOME HELP AND ARE LOOKING FOR SOMEONE REAL AND NOT FAKE THEN LISA IS YOUR PERSON
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21 Jul, 2010 by Carmelo
She is a great lawyer and went the extra length with our case
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Brian Stephen Bowes, experienced Child Custody, Family Law attorney in Tampa, FL with 3 reviews
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26 Jan, 2018 by Denver
I contacted many different attorneys when trying to find one for family law. After my consultation with one after the other I wasn't sure I would find that one I needed until I met with Brian and Courtney. They are both very informative, professional and so easy to talk to. They make you feel comfortable considering the situation you are in. I am extremely happy with the outcome of my case and will use Brian and Courtney's service in the future if needed.
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22 Jun, 2016 by Jamie
Brian is an amazing attorney I worked with him on my Initial divorce and then again several years later on changes to the agreement - he is professional responsible and timely on all contacts and follow through with all the details regarding my case and came to a fast efficient and result with fair pricing. Office is very professional and timely with responses to questions and communicates well throughout the process. Highly recommended Brian and Courtney Bowes for all family related legal issues.
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30 Mar, 2016 by Anonymous
I was referred to Attorney Bowe by a friend who had previously hired him to represent her in her complicated divorce. I was truly impressed by the experience and knowledge in his field. He is not only smart but also a compassionate family attorney who knows his stuff. Mr. Bowe was always available on the phone/email and responded to my queries promptly. I never felt rushed. He is a great human being who genuinely cares for his clients. Mr. Bowe is extremely ethical and upfront and I feel very fortunate to have found a family attorney of such high caliber who is also caring and compassionate in the Tampa Bay area. I would highly recommend his services to all my friends and family in need for a family law attorney.
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Kimberly Ann Hamill, experienced Appeals, Child Custody attorney in Tampa, FL with 3 reviews
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17 Feb, 2017 by Mike
I filed for divorce in 2005. It took over 3 years to finally get my dissolution of marriage completed in 2008. Since, 2011 I have basically been litigated against by my ex-wife and her new attorney non-stop. My other attorney (who was also a family friend) quit because she got tired of handling it and I started handling everything Pro Se. In June 2016, I finally had enough and asked another attorney friend of mine to a family a referral. He recommended the office of Christine Derr. Christine put Kim Hamill on the case. I want to tell you that Kim is probably the most capable, most well prepared attorney that I have every worked with. Kim meticulously researched and countered all the opposing attorney's issues, resulting in ALL his motions basically being denied. As a result the case, that has dragged on for YEARS now looks to finally be coming to an end even though Kim has only been on a case a short time. I emphatically recommend Kim Hamill for any family law case that you may have. I am sure she is probably just as capable in other areas of law as well but I have not personally see her in those areas.
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12 Apr, 2016 by Jessica
I have dealt with multiple hearings and trials since my divorce two years ago, which no one enjoys. However, the professional manner in which Kim handled all of these issues - and continues to handle - is incredible. Her organization is impeccable, attention to detail immaculate, and communication prompt and courteous. She makes an overwhelming situation less so, and I highly recommend her to anyone needing assistance in family law.
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07 Jul, 2015 by Mica
From the moment I met Kim, I immediately trusted her to handle the dissolution of my marriage. Divorce is a life altering decision that is full of emotion and Kim made the process as "painless" as possible. In addition to her extensive legal knowledge and impeccable attention to my case, she understands how trying divorce is and took the time to conduct "welfare checks" on me. Her professionalism and caring demeanor allowed me to feel confidant my divorce was in great hands. Kim, along with everyone at the firm, are friendly, helpful, efficient, and caring. I highly recommend Kim to anyone seeking a family law attorney.
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Norman A Harris, experienced Car Accident, Child Custody attorney in Tampa, FL with 3 reviews
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13 Jan, 2022 by Tosha
Mr Harris has been a blessing to myself and my family. He saved my professional career of over 20 years. He is very knowledgeable and skilled at what he does. He is also a man of God so if you have a God fearing, professional and knowledgeable defense attorney..no way can you lose.
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23 Nov, 2015 by Les
I have spoken with Attorney Harris on several occasions and he truly impressed me with his knowledge and ability to understand and interpret the law and wording of legal matters. He was able to explain it to me in simple words what certain aspects of a contract meant . Some of the things may not have been what I wanted to hear, but is better to have a lawyer who tells your the truth, rather them mislead you. The matters were resolved, but if they had proceeded I would have hired Attorney Harris.
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19 Mar, 2011 by Karen
Attorney Harris is extremely responsive, astute, professional and detailed. Having him represent our company enables me to focus on other business issues, while leaving the legal issues to him and his law firm.
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James Phillip Mancuso, experienced Criminal Defense, Family Law attorney in Tampa, FL with 3 reviews
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13 Sep, 2019 by Kelly
I hired Jim twice now. He is very good and gets the job done. He helped with an initial charge and then with probation violation . I will use him again if need be.
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24 Jul, 2015 by Jason
I literally set out to find somewhere to write a review for Jim Mancuso, because he certainly earned it, so read on about our personal experience with this attorney..... How I actually met Jim was due to the fact that Billy, my step-son, had been hanging around with the wrong crowd for some time, and unfortunately ended up in serious trouble and landed his butt in jail. Almost 2 months after he got arrested I decided to make an effort to help him versus just letting him sit there in jail, which was my initial outlook cause I figured it 'might' straighten his butt up this time, but home life drastically changed, and my wife just seemed so distant and resentful towards me that I could no longer take it.......so I gave in. I'd consulted with several attorneys, and I'd liked Jim's attitude and outlook right away. He was very professional, and the fact that he didn't seem to be kissing butt just because I was holding his paycheck really set him apart from the others, and that was a big plus for me cause it didn't seem like a 'show'. He'd told me that he wasn't a miracle worker, nor would he pretend to be, but he would certainly do his absolute best and provide the best possible representation. Right after I'd hired him, despite the fact that his public attorney, the one they afford in jail, wasn't able to get his bail lowered, Jim was able to get his bail significantly lowered, so we'd paid his bond, he was released, and my home life became better instantly. Praise the Lord for that! Anyways, he'd been facing a total of 5 years, and the prosecutors had been offering him something like 23 months because of his prior record. It might've been 21 months, but I'm pretty sure it was 23. Regardless of the exact number, before trial, he did make a miracle happen in our eyes because he got the prosecutors to drop his charge to something lesser, which resulted in time served (from what I understand the almost 2 months that he was in jail was counted as his total sentence). One thing I forgot to mention is that before I'd hired Jim I'd flat-out asked, "Why do you charge so much less than the others that I'd consulted with?" He says, "Well, I understand that this is the real world, and I know that not everyone is made of money, but with that being said, the sad truth is that most people think that the more you pay for something, the better it's going to be, and that's just really not the case. The average price of a book at Barnes and Noble is probably around $14.99, but I assure you there's many books there that are just as good, if not better, priced around $9.99. Everyone deserves a defense, and I just try to make it a little more attainable, that's all." To me that was a remarkable statement, and right after that I'd wrote the check and he'd never veered from being the true professional that I'd met. Anyways, the reason I set out to write this is because my wife is extremely happy, as am I, as Billy just left here a little while ago with my grandson, and he truly seems like a changed man with renewed hope for the future, and though I know Jim's not responsible for his change, I do factually know that he would've been going away to prison for some years without him, and for that I would very highly, without a doubt, recommend Jim to anyone who has a loved one going through hard times in the legal system!
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28 Oct, 2011 by Mr. tim
This attorney so good in my eyes for someone that has a long pryor record this attorney really know his stuff. I was looking at 6 years min/mand. and i got 6 years probation and early term. after 3 years . Wow !!!!!!!!! i feel he's the best...
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Joseph Matthew Touger, experienced Criminal Defense, Personal Injury attorney in Tampa, FL with 3 reviews
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12 Oct, 2017 by Nathan
Joe was highly skilled, very responsive, and extremely accommodating. He took care of a DUI/careless driving charge for me. Joe was completely up front about every thing with me from the beginning and there were no surprises. He has worked with me even though I am curently going through financial hardship. I would recommend Joe to anyone seeking a criminal defense lawyer. It was a pleasure working with him and I will gladly go to him if I ever need assistance again.
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31 May, 2017 by Moe
I have used Mr Touger for a criminal case and it was pleasant experience, he was on top of everything, easy to communicate with and very dedication to the case. A+
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28 Oct, 2014 by Shane
Was professional and kept me in the loop. Had my felony VOP dismissed and my probation terminated on the spot. Highly recommend Joe
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Richard Anthony Adamy Jr., experienced Criminal Defense, Personal Injury attorney in Tampa, FL with 3 reviews
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05 Jul, 2018 by Felicia
Richard has been a good lawyer for many years he has handled every case I have had plus my friends,relatives and spouses..Richard is a very good lawyer who will be there for you in every case you need him and on time..
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19 Feb, 2015 by Cheryl
Richard has helped my family as well as friends in many situations. He has a huge case load but knows his stuff to get the job done for us. His prices are the best in town. I truly recommend Richard!
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08 Aug, 2013 by Anonymous
He handled all my cases and did a great job at a cheap price.
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George Chester Bedell III, experienced Criminal Defense, Insurance attorney in Tampa, FL with 3 reviews
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19 May, 2014 by Mike t
Mr. Bedell is an honest, knowledgeable professional that was great to work with ... always accessible and responsive, understanding of my situation and how to best represent my interests, and dedicated to efficiently and quickly achieving the best possible outcome that was aligned with my goal/s. I will never be able to thank him enough.
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28 Jul, 2009 by Anonymous
Mr. Bedell was great to work with. I will never be able to thank him enough. There are many great lawyers in the state but Mr. Bedell rates nulli secundus (second to none) I feel that he is the premier candidate for representation because of his prior service & experience working with the state and his extensive wisdom & knowledge of law. Again, Thank you Mr. Bedell.
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03 Jul, 2009 by Anonymous
I strongly recommend the services of George Bedell. Mr. Bedell is knowledgeable and responsive while demonstrating a relentless desire to understand your case and retain each and every fact. I was motivated to his services by recommendation and background investigation which revealed he was a State Prosecutor in Hillsborough County, Florida for 26 years. Without question, he knows the legal system.
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Ty Grant Thompson, experienced Real Estate attorney in Tampa, FL with 3 reviews
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21 Sep, 2015 by Anonymous
Ty has represented my company for 15+ years on numerous complex matters. He is proactive and provides balanced and thoughtful guidance and advice. When a matter is in his hands, you know it will be a priority to him and the firm.
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21 Sep, 2015 by Anonymous
Mr Thompson represented us on several construction defects lawsuits. He was knowledgeable, thorough, honest and timely. He was easy to work with and always responded to our questions or concerns in a timely manner. Mr. Thompson's efforts resulted in our cases being settled out of court.
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18 Sep, 2015 by Nathan
Ty is a common sense litigator that practices construction law with an understanding of the construction industry. No questions about it, I would recommend him to anyone needing legal advice or representation.
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Trenton Hugh Cotney, experienced Real Estate attorney in Tampa, FL with 3 reviews
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07 Feb, 2019 by Gina
We are in the construction business and hired Trenton to help us on a few legal matters. Very pleased with him and his staff.
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11 Feb, 2011 by Matt
I hired Trent for assistance with lien claims and general construction law advice. He was very responsive and helpful. I highly recommend him.
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05 Aug, 2010 by Anonymous
Trent has provided me with representation for the last 8 years and has done an outstanding job. He knows the answers to complex construction law questions off of the top of his head. He always has my business in mind and does a great job. The best things about Trent is that you know he actually cares about you. I would definitely recommend him for all of your construction lawyer needs.
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Natalie Faith Baird-King, experienced Mediation attorney in Tampa, FL with 3 reviews
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28 Nov, 2010 by Blaise
Natalie was recommended to me by another lawyer to handle my divorce and domestic violence injunction. I was told she was reasonable; open to negotiation when need be and could play hard ball with the best of them. Natalie was all that and more. She helped me acquire a painful but needed temporary, and one year Domestic Violence Injunction. Natalie negotiated my divorce, keeping me focused on the task at hand. Natalie was always compassionate, understanding my feelings and helped me separate them from the facts and what might be needed. She was the right person for the job and for me personally. I can't say enough good things about her and her staff. I highly recommend her.
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29 Oct, 2010 by Geri
Natalie guided me through the process of a domestic violence injunction and divorce with compassion and professionalism. Natalie's recommendations for ligitation support were excellent. I am very grateful for Natalie and her staff's knowledge and integerity. Her continued guidance after my divorce has been a blessing.
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17 Sep, 2010 by Stacy
Natalie handled my divorce several years ago, but she has also handled several post judgment issues for me over the past few years since my divorce was finalized. My divorce also had domestic violence issues and extensive child custody issues. Natalie was not only very knowledgeable and professional, but she took my case very personally. I don’t think I would have gotten that kind of personal attention from any other lawyer. She really fought hard and passionately (but fair) for me and my young son. She listened to everything that I had to say, and then explained the whole process to me in detail. I never felt lost or alone during the process or ordeal. I would highly recommend Natalie Baird to anyone going through a divorce, custody battle, or any type of domestic violence issue.
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Edward Joseph Kuchinski, experienced Insurance, Litigation attorney in Tampa, FL with 3 reviews
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21 Dec, 2017 by Bob
Aggressive, enthusiastic, and impressively thorough, Ed Kuchinski consistently brings to the table a wealth of extensive experience and unwavering commitment to his clients. No matter the case, the question, or the challenge at hand, I can always call upon Ed to provide clear, consistent, and valuable insight that leads to quick resolutions. Very rarely do you come across an attorney who is so charismatic, effective, and well respected in his community and line of work that even the opposing counsel very often likes him. I call Ed “part warrior, part diplomat” because he gets the job done, is an advocate for his clients, and offers his services with a perfect balance of firmness, clarity, and utmost professionalism. I would definitely recommend hiring Ed Kuchinski.
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11 Oct, 2017 by Steve
Our company hired Ed to represent us in a contract dispute Arbitration. Throughout, Ed was patient and assisted us in understanding our position and the technical legal aspects of our case in layman terms. This made everything so much easier to understand for us as we moved through the Arbitration. Ed took time to really understand the issues involved and the outcome was favorable to our company. I not only recommend Ed, but I hope he will represent our firm again should the need ever arise.
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30 May, 2016 by Craig
Ed Kuchinski has the real-life experience in real estate law I needed as a Tampa property owner to navigate a complex issue involving an insolvent general contractor, subcontractors, and their insurance companies. Having considerable practice in construction litigation and insurance disputes, he had experience resolving cases like mine. At our first meeting he gave me a clear overview of what he could do on my behalf and outlined what actions we needed to take. I came to Ed feeling overwhelmed and he put me at ease right away. At every step, he kept me well informed of our progress, accurately anticipated challenges, and clearly explained the choices we needed to make. Ed is very responsive and an excellent communicator. I am grateful to the attorney who recommended Ed to me, and to Ed for a settlement that exceeded my expectations.
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Steven Christopher Fantetti, experienced Business attorney in Tampa, FL with 3 reviews
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04 Mar, 2016 by Greg
When we hired Steven last year we were a disorganized small business. Since he has joined us, we have streamlined many aspects of our company. His counsel has given us a better understanding of how to run a business properly, and importantly, more effectively. I definitely recommend this hardworking and upcoming attorney.
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04 Mar, 2016 by Law
The relationship between Mr. Fantetti and Tocobaga Consulting, "TocoWorks" has been very rewarding for us. Our company continues to trust Fantetti Legal’s extensive legal experience in business law and we have yet to be disappointed. Also, we are pleased Mr. Fantetti is very experienced with employment law due to the fact that we utilize independent contractors in some of our operations. With honesty and direct communication, we are elated that Mr. Fantetti has a quick turnaround time with our work requests and he is amazing at meeting deadlines. A quick response is what we expect from legal counsel and that is exactly what he delivers. Fantetti Legal was retained to provide TocoWorks with many services, including but not limited to: 1. Employment law compliance advice. 2. Business contracts including but not limited to purchase agreements, independent contractor agreements, confidentiality agreements, and more in order to conduct its operations. 3. Fantettl Legal also organized Toco Works’ corporate book, drafted its corporate bylaws, director meeting minutes, board resolutions, stock subscription agreements, and established its corporate ledger.
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03 Mar, 2016 by Joe
Steve helped my small business reorganize and open a new entity. His knowledge and support was critical to making informed decisions during a transitional period in the business. In addition, there were several liability holes in our previous documentation and contracts that Steve recognized and closed for us. We will be using him again for all of our future legal needs and consulting.
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Cassandra E. Carlson, experienced Immigration attorney in Tampa, FL with 3 reviews
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23 Dec, 2024 by Ximena
She helped me with my status change process, she is very organized and plans everything to be ready at the time of the interview. 100% recommended
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07 Jun, 2015 by April
Cassandra was so Helpful, patient, and Professional! She answered all our questions and she supported us the entire process from beginning to end. Every time we called her or emailed her she answered very professionally and promptly. We have worked with her for two years with immigration process for my husband and I. She is really a great person, we highly respect her and she worked very hard for us.
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12 Jul, 2013 by Michael
Mrs. Carlson truly puts her clients's interests first. She stays accessible, and is very reliable and responsive. She has provided a high quality of service and representation that I have never experienced before. I would be proud to recommend her to friends and family. I am happier with Cassandra than any attorney I have ever dealt with.
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Salomon Numa, experienced Immigration attorney in Tampa, FL with 3 reviews
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05 Apr, 2018 by Vicente
The services of the Lawyer were excellent. And your work team are also good. The lawyer is very kind. The process that he did to me was very fast and efficient. I will look for the Lawyer again when I do my citizenship.
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03 Apr, 2018 by Peter
Mr. Numa told us everything that would happen from the start, and it happened exactly how, and when he had described it. We are very satisfied and highly recommend his office to anyone seeking legal assistance with their visa.
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16 Feb, 2018 by Maria
Wonderful job!! Process was so fast,and always willing to work and answer questions. One of the best in tampa. Highly recommended
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Brian P. Battaglia, experienced Business, Litigation attorney in Tampa, FL with 3 reviews
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26 Oct, 2015 by Tom
My wife and I hired Brian Battaglia to represent us in a terrible law suit against a contractor who ruined our home and cause major flooding issues, during a major remodeling effort. We ended up, based on contractual agreement, going through mediation with the contractor and their insurance company. Brian was great, extremely professional but truly cared about us, did not miss any details in presenting the truth and the facts, and managed the opposition in a professional, calm manor. Outcome: We were fully compensated for our legal fees and the insurance company agreed to have the problem, caused by the contractors, fully repaired. Brian was outstanding in his representation of our problem, I would definitely use him again if we ever needed an attorney again.
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11 Feb, 2011 by Ed
I have utilized Mr. Battaglia's services since 1988 in several areas of expertise, both in business and private dealings. He is always patient, responsive, timely; and very good at keeping me informed and up-to-date on my cases by both phone and mail. I think "trustworthy" would be a key trait that would have me recommend him to others.
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11 Feb, 2011 by Janos bogdan
He was referred to handle a case for me. Since, I can ask for any legal advice, done as it was promised, on time, my phone call being answered, calling back even after office closed for hours, He is THE guy I can count on anytime.
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William Walter Tison III, experienced Criminal Defense, Personal Injury attorney in Tampa, FL with 3 reviews
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12 Jan, 2018 by Kaitlyn
Mr. Tison handled my case in 2013, where I was T-Boned by a drunk driver. I was able to see doctors right away and get the treatment I needed, after the case was over all of my medical expenses were taken care of and I even got some money in my pocket. The office was very professional, answered every question in detail, and was always there when I needed them. I would recommend them to anyone.
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23 Sep, 2013 by Anonymous
Mr Tison has repsent our family in several matters. He has successfully defended me in a criminal matter in Pasco County. He has represented family members in civil claims and won significant settlements against defending parties. At all times Mr. Tison and his staff were professional and caring ensuring that were kept informed throught the entire process. I would highly recommend the Tison Law Group.
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06 Jan, 2010 by Barbara
Mr. Tison has been very helpful to us. He knows all about the law and is very professional. He has helped us on several things and is still helping us. As far as we are concerned..he is the only attorney we would ever use. He is a real person and make you feel like a real person. He really cares.
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Mark Alexander Sessums, experienced Car Accident, Family Law attorney in Tampa, FL with 3 reviews
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21 Nov, 2024 by Kate
Divorce and child custody are tricky. Unfortunately, I’ve been through years of court battles. I finally felt confident in my attorney when I retained Mark Sessums. He is the consummate professional, extremely savvy, and kept me on the right track. Mark not only handled delicate situations with finesse, but also responded aggressively when needed. He took care of it and that is what I needed. He greatly reduced the amount of stress I felt because I knew I was in excellent hands. I highly recommend Mark Sessums.
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15 Apr, 2018 by Ashley
Mark Sessums helped me with my divorce case, he was kind, understanding, and very efficient. I feel like I was represented very well in depositions and hearings. He made me feel comfortable and confident. If I ever need legal representation again, Mr. Sessums will definitely be my first call. His staff was helpful, kind, and very patient. He won my case, got me everything I wanted and I know my ex wishes he called Sessums first!
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15 Apr, 2018 by Dennis
I found myself at a point in my life after counseling, therapy, and lots of prayers where divorce was the avenue for me to take. I hired an attorney and started the process to find out after tens of thousands of dollars and wasted time that I needed a different attorney. I began my research and decided I wanted to get the best representation possible regardless of how much it was going to cost. I spoke to retired judges, attorneys, and anyone who might know a bit about the divorce process. I was confident after research that Mark Sessums was my guy. Mark and his team were professional every step of the way. They showed complete loyalty to me and I truly felt his entire team was on my side. Mark and his team showed a personal interest in how I was doing through the entire process. All said and done my divorce was finalized effectively and efficiently. I spent far less on attorney fees than what the research indicated. I am usually not one to offer recommendations for people as people tend to surprise me daily but I would without doubt recommend Mark and his team, they are the best!
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Jessenia Rosales, experienced Criminal Defense, Family Law attorney in Tampa, FL with 3 reviews
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17 Oct, 2024 by Verean
Thanks for doing your very best to assist me with this matter. This was very difficult and your team made this transition easy for the family and we say thank you for a job well done.
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11 Sep, 2024 by Michael
Attorney Rosales and Attorney Sameni provided outstanding legal representation for my case. From the beginning, they demonstrated genuine care and concern for my situation. Their attentiveness made me feel supported throughout the entire process. These attorneys helpfulness went above and beyond my expectations. They patiently explained complex legal matters in terms I could understand and always kept me informed about the progress of my case. Most importantly, Attorney Rosales and Attorney Sameni achieved the exact outcome I was hoping for. Their expertise and dedication were instrumental in resolving my case to my complete satisfaction. I highly recommend these attornies to anyone seeking a skilled, compassionate, and effective attorney. Their combination of legal acumen and personal touch made a difficult time much easier to navigate."
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18 Aug, 2024 by Anonymous
I recently utilized the legal services of the Law Office of Jessenia Rosales for a series of traffic tickets and was thoroughly impressed with the experience. The level of professionalism displayed was exceptional. Moreover, I was kept informed at every stage of the process, with regular updates about my case status and any actions that needed to be taken on my end. This level of transparency helped build trust and reassured me that my case was in good hands. Better yet, the outcomes of my cases exceeded my expectations. The attorney successfully negotiated a reduction in fines and penalties, and in one instance, managed to get a ticket dismissed entirely. This not only saved me money but also spared me from points on my driving record, which was a significant relief. I would highly recommend the Law Office of Jessenia Rosales to anyone in need of legal services. The combination of professionalism, effective communication, and favorable case outcomes made the entire experience as stress-free as possible.
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Don Christopher Alfonso, experienced Estate Planning, Family Law attorney in Tampa, FL with 754 reviews
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09 Jan, 2025 by Kenshi
Mr Buda was friendly, concise, and answered questions I did not know I had. He went far beyond what would be considered reasonable. His knowledge was incredibly helpful. Thank you.
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06 Nov, 2024 by Perla gutierrez
Martin and his team were super nice very professional and caring help us get a great settlement we are very great full that we found him when we needed him. Definitely recommend him and his team🥰
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06 Nov, 2024 by Perla gutierrez
My family and I are very happy. Everything was good and we loved the great service.
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Cyrus Malhotra, experienced Estate Planning, Probate attorney in Tampa, FL with 95 reviews
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04 Oct, 2024 by Ruth
I needed a quitclaim deed, hired Mr. Malhotra paid a little extra to have it expedited and about an hour after the consultation it was in my email and recorded the day after I sent them the signed copy. I have never experience such fast and professional service in all my life. I totally recommend Mr. Malhotra based on my experience.
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