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Kendra Nicole Johnson, experienced Criminal Defense, Estate Planning attorney in Virginia Beach, VA with 2 reviews
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28 Aug, 2017 by Christian
Kendra is a wonderful lawyer. Moments like this in life can cause so much worry and stress. However, Kendra brought such a peace into the situation. She had my best interest at heart, and made sure that we won. I would definitely use her again!
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28 Aug, 2017 by Anonymous
I was facing some pretty serious criminal charges of felony possession of a sawed off shotgun that I confiscated from some youths. Thanks to Kendra Johnson not only am I free my Record survives without a blemish.
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Gregory Kim Pugh, experienced Criminal Defense, Litigation attorney in Virginia Beach, VA with 2 reviews
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24 Jan, 2024 by Emma
Mr. Pugh was our custody/visitation lawyer. He knows his stuff inside and out and after working with him, if we needed to hire an attorney again, we would have zero hesitation hiring him again. We had swapped from another attorney, also known in the area, to try a chance with Mr. Pugh after using the services of his partner, Mr. Karpov (who's equally impressive), and it was the best decision we could have made. Our previous lawyer was very hesitant and submissive in their advice to us each time an issue occurred which was frustrating. In contrary, Mr. Pugh was straight to the point and confident while seamlessly rolling with the punches in action. He advised us realistically and in a style that matched my husband's needs and made us feel secure walking into the court. Mr. Pugh won our case, allowing our family to move on from stressful times in a fair but satisfactory manner.
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16 Sep, 2019 by Brutus
Greg Pugh is one of those old school lawyers who doesn't have to pay to be at the top of a website. If you understand anything about the legal industry you understand what I am talking about, I unfortunately went through a rough patch in life and got arrested for DUI two times within a year. The first lawyer I hired had a hundred 5 star reviews, I paid $5000 for my first DUI... BIG mistake I was sold and thought I had to of been hiring the best because the price and the reviews. NO I would of got the same deal had I used a public defender... it was an expensive learning lesson however after that painful experience I took the advice of someone who referred Mr. Pugh. Mr. Pugh did not sell me and tell me he was going to hold my hand like the previous attorney. I went on the fact he has been practicing for over 30 years, I was nervous because I was at risk of losing my career in the military and facing serious jail time. I respected his resume and prayed I wasn't going to get results I got from the first lawyer I hired. Well case was dismissed and I was charged 1800.00 ... I will never recommend anyone else and I am happy that there are still good people in this world that are not just trying to make a quick dollar and pretend to care about my military career and future. Thank you again Mr. Pugh
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Adam Benjamin Shall, experienced Personal Injury, Workers Compensation attorney in Virginia Beach, VA with 2 reviews
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23 Mar, 2022 by Kevin
Mr. Shall is one of the best work comp lawyers in Hampton Roads. He is widely respected and highly recommended.
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12 Nov, 2018 by Theresa
Mr Shall is the absolute best lawyer. He's alway's on top of what's going on in my case. You never have to question anything about your case. He has it taken care of. My case has been very long and difficult life changing experience for me. But, Mr Shall has and continues to make sure I'm being taken care of with medical and payments. I truly don't know what i would do without Mr shall on my side. Thank you Mr. Shall for all your hard work.
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John Meade Napier, experienced Business, Foreclosure attorney in Virginia Beach, VA with 2 reviews
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05 Nov, 2019 by Aaron
Mr. Napier has flawlessly facilitated countless real estate closing for me and my employees as a sales manager for a local mortgage company. Additionally, John has negotiated and closed commercial real estate purchases, assisted in reviewing and drafting private money arrangements to which he’s been my Trustee, acted as my escrow agent and facilitated draw management to real estate investors borrowing private money, established LLCs with the Virginia SCC and written operating agreements, negotiated and executed leases for me as a landlord, represented and resolved claims alleged, and represented me on countless residential sales and purchases. In all aspects, John has been a trusted partner to my real estate business every step of the way.
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04 Nov, 2019 by Phil
John was the calm in the storm of our last real estate closing. Things always have a way of going off the rails in this business, but John was able to solve the complex issues that tripped us up and we were able to close as scheduled. Having John on our team was invaluable!
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Katherine Elizabeth Griffith, experienced  attorney in Virginia Beach, VA with 2 reviews
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05 Sep, 2024 by Zachary
I got a general rd charge in va beach ocean front. Ms. Coltrain defended me in court very very well and asked the cops and judge a lot of questions. And she told me what to say and not say. Even though we had a strict judge, katherine still pulled through and got my charge reduced to failure to maintain lane. I only paid a little bit of money too. Throughout the whole process I felt like she got it under control and I would recommend her to anyone who gets a RD charge. I was very nervous when I got the charge but Im glad I call her.
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26 Aug, 2024 by Anonymous
When I hired her and I knew she was the one with the history she has and the challenges she has faced made my case look very easy (DV) she was put on my case very last minute but truly took her time to help me with this process and I’m thankful for her she gave me the option to talk to her on the weekend to see if I had any questions and always kept in communication with me if you need a good lawyer it’s her
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Deborah Lord, experienced Business, Estate Planning attorney in Virginia Beach, VA with 1 reviews
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26 May, 2015 by Jen
Deborah handled my divorce and she was extremely knowledgeable of Virginia law and kept me informed of what to expect every step of the way. In a world where people seem to forget how personal and important legal matters are to the individuals affected, Deborah treated my case as though it was just as important to her as it is to me. She never lost sight that this was a major event in my life and the importance of her role as my attorney. She is the perfect balance of compassion, intelligence, and no nonsense. I would recommend her to anyone looking to have someone who went into this business because they care about the people they represent.
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Steven Lawrence Brown, experienced Business, Debt Collection attorney in Virginia Beach, VA with 1 reviews
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29 Mar, 2016 by Fred
I have been in business for 54 years, have had to hire many Lawyers... Steve is not only talented, but also very personal and easy to talk to. Has handled wills, law suits, closings, contract review and debt collections, as well as defending our Corp against suits, successfully I might add. I have and will continue to recommend him...
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Joshua James Coe, experienced Business, Criminal Defense attorney in Virginia Beach, VA with 1 reviews
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04 Dec, 2015 by Pam
My husband and I met with Joshua Coe and Stewart Gill regarding a family matter. They were quick to help, professional and maintained great communication. We could not be more pleased with the service that we received. I would HIGHLY recommend using East Coast Trial Lawyers for any and all of your legal needs.
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Susan Stringfellow Walker, experienced Real Estate attorney in Virginia Beach, VA with 1 reviews
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30 Apr, 2015 by Bob
Ms. Walker is upcoming chair of the Virginia State Bar's Real Estate Law Section, which indicates the high esteem with which she is held by lawyers in Virginia. She is rated among the top professionals in her field and known for the detail and concern she devotes to every real estate closing. Whether a large commercial transaction or a very basic home closing, she gives her undivided attention to the client's best interests.
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Richard Waller Whittemore, experienced Business, Estate Planning attorney in Virginia Beach, VA with 1 reviews
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08 Mar, 2017 by Kelly
Both my husband and myself have used Mr. Whittemore's services over the years. I cannot say enough about how pleased we were with the results! The thing that I valued most was Mr. Whittemore's sense of compassion and his genuine concern for us. He was always there for us during a very emotional and stressful time and always promptly responded to calls and emails. He never seemed bothered by my incessant questions or my emotional responses to things that were going on. In fact, he helped me to remain calm and take things step by step. He was always very frank and open with us and I always felt like I could count on him. I would never use anyone else!
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Anne Catherine Lahren, experienced Estate Planning, Family Law attorney in Virginia Beach, VA with 1 reviews
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20 Oct, 2017 by Anonymous
I hired Anne for my divorce. She helped me straighten out some basics after my ex claimed I abandoned him with a signed, notarized agreement in hand before I walked out. She made the divorce process as quick and painless as his foot dragging would allow and helped me solidify the modest concessions I asked for with ease. When it came to a nasty 4 year custody battle, I didn't think I could afford her and I worked with another attorney who made a complete mess of my case and lost some things I will never be able to reverse. After a significant loss, I decided I would do whatever it took and reached out to Anne again. She was amazing from our first conversation. She listened where the other attorney dismissed. She never blamed me or questioned my motives or actions with judgment, but from a genuine desire to understand so she could help the way I wanted and needed (within the confines of the law, obviously). She set realistic expectations without being a downer and she has always been easy to talk to when needed or quick to have someone on her team respond. She's an adept negotiator that never made me feel like I was giving miles for inches (like with the previous attorney). Anne doesn't victim blame or shame and never put herself on a pedestal where I thought she had no idea what I was thinking, feeling, or going through. She never ignored me before trials, always sitting with and talking with me beforehand. She helped me feel prepared and well equipped and didn't hesitate to highlight what I was already doing well while gently providing guidance where I needed to strengthen my case. She is thorough in her research, level headed in her approach, and adept at redirecting, particularly if you're up against someone who likes to fight with character assassination as opposed to merits of the case. Anne is amazing and I would highly recommend her, particularly for anyone with divorce and family issues. She really helped turn things back around after my previous attorney cost almost double and made a mess we will have to work long and hard to recover from. I felt like she was on my side without being blindly loyal to me so that she could remain objective AND supportive in a way that no previous attorney had. I really felt like I had a champion who wanted what I wanted just as badly as I wanted it!
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Kevin Edward Martingayle, experienced Appeals, Civil Rights attorney in Virginia Beach, VA with 1 reviews
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08 Nov, 2015 by Linda
I have worked with Kevin Martingayle on several business issues. He is dedicated, skilled, and totally focused on whatever problem I have. It is clear that he absolutely loves the law which is probably why he is so knowledgable. For all of these reasons, he is my family's first choice for legal advice.
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Sarah Virginia Lee Castleberry, experienced Estate Planning, Family Law attorney in Virginia Beach, VA with 1 reviews
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28 Jul, 2016 by Anonymous
Obtained attorney Casrleberry's services for a prenuptial agreement. I was able to quickly schedule an appointment with her and went to her office and gave her all the pertinent documents. Two days later my agreement was ready to be signed, this process could not of been more simple and easy. I would highly recommend her for anyone who is considering a prenuptial agreement. We were able to get this done just the week before the wedding and everything went very smooth really I highly recommend her.
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John George Crandley Jr., experienced Litigation, Personal Injury attorney in Virginia Beach, VA with 1 reviews
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28 Mar, 2016 by Anonymous
Mr. Crandley assisted my family in recovering funds lost to a contractor who provided inadequate workmanship and failed to complete a home remodel. He assisted not only with the lawsuit, but also with applying to recover the funds from the state licensing board (A process that is not trivial). He demonstrated incredible organization and attention to detail throughout the process, and went above and beyond to communicate each step in clear manner that was easy to understand. He was successful in helping my family recover all the lost funds and providing us with closure in a difficulty situation. I highly recommend his services in any legal matters.
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Paul Austen Lake, experienced Business, Real Estate attorney in Virginia Beach, VA with 1 reviews
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22 May, 2016 by Jeremiah
Mr. Lake provided excellent service. He was very responsive to my concerns/questions and was quick to adapt them in the development of my lease. I would definitely use him again.
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Kenneth William Jacobson, experienced Child Custody, Child Support attorney in Virginia Beach, VA with 1 reviews
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04 Jun, 2013 by Erick
Mr. Jacobson had all my witnesses in court and by my side ready and willing to back me up. He gave me his word that he will perform as professionally and efficiently as possible and he did. In fact he investigated my case more than the police department and myself. He was thorough and kept me and my wife optimistic.
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Kenneth Ashley Dodl, experienced Business, Estate Planning attorney in Virginia Beach, VA with 1 reviews
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25 May, 2018 by Barbara
We hired Mr. Dodl to creat our revocable trusts - he was very available and took as much time as we needed to explain everything and answer any questions. I can highly recommend him for estate/trust planning.
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Alison Renee Zizzo, experienced Criminal Defense, Government attorney in Virginia Beach, VA with 1 reviews
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08 Jul, 2013 by Harold
The case was one where a family trust was questionably liquidated by the trustees to the exclusion of some of the beneficiaries. Earlier, another attorney had advised us that the harm to trust's excluded beneficiaries was not actionable and would probably result in the beneficiary plaintiffs being disinherited. Legal research by Ms Zizzo revealed a practice which worked around the loophole in the law which discouraged beneficiaries from bringing action against trustees with power of appointment in a trust . This resulted in a lawsuit that eliminated the risk of disinheritance and the case was settled out of court for six figures going to each of the wronged beneficiaries. Congratulations to Nate Olansen and Alison Zizzo for not only executing this project well but giving us confidence to proceed every step of the way.
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Jennifer Dobbs Oram-Smith, experienced Adoption, Child Custody attorney in Virginia Beach, VA with 1 reviews
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01 Feb, 2017 by Anonymous
Jennifer Oram-Smith is one of the most delightful and personable people I have ever had the privilege of working with. Even though, what put me in the position of having to hire a lawyer in the first place was not a good thing.... Jennifer's positive attitude and fearless fighting for my case helped make my experience that much better. When you search for a lawyer, you often look for credentials - experience - size of the firm etc.... but what often isn't described is how diligent they are with their clients and their cases. Jennifer was so tireless in her efforts to ensure I got what I was looking for, that each time I sent her an email she was quick to respond that very same day. Communication was key for me as I live in California and needed representation in Virginia. My case was a complex one, with ALOT of history and paperwork to go through, and given the distance and how often I was able to actually meet with Jennifer in person - I can say I am very impressed with the way she conducts business. As far as price goes, it should be no surprise to anyone that hiring a lawyer can be expensive (depending on your case) and you get what you pay for. I made that mistake the first time I hired a lawyer a few years ago and all I walked away with was debt and little to show for it. Jennifer is EXTREMELY fair in her pricing... in fact... I think she may be underpriced as I believe that her level of commitment is valued at so much more. And because of Jennifer's meticulous work and what felt like boundless knowledge of the judicial system, I was able to walk away from court with so much more than I had started with. I would recommend Jennifer to anyone seeking legal help or even just legal advice. Thank you for your help Jennifer!
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Lynn Hattery Esq., experienced Car Accident, Family Law attorney in Virginia Beach, VA with 1 reviews
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26 Jun, 2019 by Anonymous
Best experience I’ve ever had in Court with any attorney. She comes prepared and it shows. Did a fantastic job negotiating and fighting for me.
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Lorna Marie Rhoades, experienced Family Law attorney in Virginia Beach, VA with 1 reviews
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19 Jan, 2018 by Ashley
Lorna surpassed my expectations. I was in a situation and desperately needed legal guidance, Lorna understood my every concern and was able to help me navigate my situation. She was caring, passionate, and professional.
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Christopher Lon Daughtry, experienced Personal Injury attorney in Virginia Beach, VA with 1 reviews
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14 Dec, 2013 by Hazel
He got me a deffered finding that was later dismissed. Great job. Would definitely recommend him and most definitely will use him for any and all my legal needs.
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John Matthew Ramirez, experienced Business attorney in Virginia Beach, VA with 12 reviews
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07 Feb, 2023 by Francis shields
Jim is extremely knowledgeable, and if you have concerns about your VA waterfront property, I'd recommend you give him a call.
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23 Aug, 2022 by Masonry design
I am a business owner who uses attorneys from time to time. Jim Lang is the best. He helped me fix a big problem I had at the VMRC on a matter of great importance to me. This was not a simple case so it turned into a 4 year journey. Over that entire time Jim was always smart, tenacious, experienced, a great listener, and (most importantly) caring. A lot of road blocks popped up over the life of my case. Jim figured out a way over, around or through each one. Jim's deep contacts at the agency, and the credibility he has built up over his many years representing clients before the VMRC, turned out to be a resource that was very helpful in getting my case resolved in highly favorable terms. Another thing that I liked about Jim is that he kept me informed all along the way. I always knew exactly what was going on with my case. This attorney is a quality human being who is very good at what he does. Highly recommended!
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19 Jan, 2022 by Jeff johnson
Jim was extremely helpful in answering all my questions. He is extremely professional and always responded in providing service in a timely fashion. I would definitely use Jim again if I needed assistance involving any environmental issues at hand.
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Leah Suzanne Strickland, experienced Appeals, Business attorney in Virginia Beach, VA with 12 reviews
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07 Feb, 2023 by Francis shields
Jim is extremely knowledgeable, and if you have concerns about your VA waterfront property, I'd recommend you give him a call.
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23 Aug, 2022 by Masonry design
I am a business owner who uses attorneys from time to time. Jim Lang is the best. He helped me fix a big problem I had at the VMRC on a matter of great importance to me. This was not a simple case so it turned into a 4 year journey. Over that entire time Jim was always smart, tenacious, experienced, a great listener, and (most importantly) caring. A lot of road blocks popped up over the life of my case. Jim figured out a way over, around or through each one. Jim's deep contacts at the agency, and the credibility he has built up over his many years representing clients before the VMRC, turned out to be a resource that was very helpful in getting my case resolved in highly favorable terms. Another thing that I liked about Jim is that he kept me informed all along the way. I always knew exactly what was going on with my case. This attorney is a quality human being who is very good at what he does. Highly recommended!
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19 Jan, 2022 by Jeff johnson
Jim was extremely helpful in answering all my questions. He is extremely professional and always responded in providing service in a timely fashion. I would definitely use Jim again if I needed assistance involving any environmental issues at hand.
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Jeffrey Dennis Wilson, experienced Business, Government attorney in Virginia Beach, VA with 12 reviews
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07 Feb, 2023 by Francis shields
Jim is extremely knowledgeable, and if you have concerns about your VA waterfront property, I'd recommend you give him a call.
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23 Aug, 2022 by Masonry design
I am a business owner who uses attorneys from time to time. Jim Lang is the best. He helped me fix a big problem I had at the VMRC on a matter of great importance to me. This was not a simple case so it turned into a 4 year journey. Over that entire time Jim was always smart, tenacious, experienced, a great listener, and (most importantly) caring. A lot of road blocks popped up over the life of my case. Jim figured out a way over, around or through each one. Jim's deep contacts at the agency, and the credibility he has built up over his many years representing clients before the VMRC, turned out to be a resource that was very helpful in getting my case resolved in highly favorable terms. Another thing that I liked about Jim is that he kept me informed all along the way. I always knew exactly what was going on with my case. This attorney is a quality human being who is very good at what he does. Highly recommended!
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19 Jan, 2022 by Jeff johnson
Jim was extremely helpful in answering all my questions. He is extremely professional and always responded in providing service in a timely fashion. I would definitely use Jim again if I needed assistance involving any environmental issues at hand.
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Rachel Elizabeth Radspinner, experienced Elder Law, Estate Planning attorney in Virginia Beach, VA with 7 reviews
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05 Apr, 2023 by Justin robare
Frugal Legal Services should be the staple for how all parents are represented in custody cases. Ms. Burroughs worked hard and diligently on my case and set realistic expectations. My case had a ton of unrelated issues to custody and Ms. Burroughs was completely understanding and worked through our nearly 9 month case. Ms. Burroughs is a magical and enlightening person who gets results. I went from having no contact with my children to now everything is 50/50 and I get to see my sons every other week and have the assurance that no one should be able to change that. The only shame here is that I can only give Ms. Burroughs and Frugal Legal Services 5 stars because it doesn’t let you show off the absolute brilliance of the firm or Ms. Burroughs. Ms. Burroughs and Frugal Legal Services are the prime and top option of any family matters should anyone require those services. I will recommend them for my entire life because of the amazing work that was done.
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Julie Colaneri Mayer, experienced Business, Litigation attorney in Virginia Beach, VA with 6 reviews
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24 Sep, 2024 by Yaser atiyeh
Mr John m Barrett. one of the best lawyer in virginia .
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07 Jan, 2024 by Jessica holland
I highly recommend Mr. Barrett and his legal team! He is my personal gaurdian angel. He has always been there for me and only gives 110% of his time to you and your situation. He made me feel like family and after 12 years of having him as my lawyer I am never disappointed w his results and his one on one personal attention to my case. He has been a blessing to me and my family!
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09 Nov, 2023 by Chris g
Mr. Bales is a very professional, competent attorney. But more importantly, he digs for errors in the case that can drastically change the outcome. His persistence in the fine details makes him extremely effective. I believe this sets him apart! Thank you Patrick for outstanding representation.
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Michael Vincent Moro II, experienced Business, Financial Markets And Services attorney in Virginia Beach, VA with 6 reviews
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24 Sep, 2024 by Yaser atiyeh
Mr John m Barrett. one of the best lawyer in virginia .
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07 Jan, 2024 by Jessica holland
I highly recommend Mr. Barrett and his legal team! He is my personal gaurdian angel. He has always been there for me and only gives 110% of his time to you and your situation. He made me feel like family and after 12 years of having him as my lawyer I am never disappointed w his results and his one on one personal attention to my case. He has been a blessing to me and my family!
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09 Nov, 2023 by Chris g
Mr. Bales is a very professional, competent attorney. But more importantly, he digs for errors in the case that can drastically change the outcome. His persistence in the fine details makes him extremely effective. I believe this sets him apart! Thank you Patrick for outstanding representation.
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Mark John Favaloro, experienced Car Accident, Medical Malpractice attorney in Virginia Beach, VA with 79 reviews
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12 Dec, 2024 by Max gonano
Excellent experience working with Ms. Colucci and the rest of the team for our estate planning needs. Would absolutely recommend and use them again.
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12 Dec, 2024 by Bradly french
Met with me and the lady looked at all my paperwork for some stuff we that happened with Portside rehab after about 20 minutes of going through all my stuff she pulls out the first document that I handed her in the beginning and said I’m sorry, but we can’t represent you. mind you for the 20 minutes she was rifling through all of my stuff she made four pages of notes so this makes me think that maybe she’s not being so truthful and somebody who is not part of my best interest is a client of hers already??? on top of that she lied about the validity and legality of one of my documents. I guess she thought me to be of inferior intelligence and would just walk off and be dumb but I am willing to bet money that she is connected to the other side of my legal problems and this was just researching what I may or may not have. Very very shady. Oh yeah then they were whispering and cutting their eyes out the corners when was leaving
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08 Nov, 2024 by Dave middleton
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Naveed Kalantar, experienced Family Law attorney in Virginia Beach, VA with 154 reviews
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17 Jan, 2025 by Justin daniels
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16 Jan, 2025 by Elisabeth shaffer
Ed and his team are highly knowledgeable and wonderful to work with. We couldn't have asked for a better outcome for our case.
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30 Dec, 2024 by Keiyon tyler
Jennifer Beagle was extremely helpful and efficient during the process. Highly recommend!
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