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13 Sep, 2024 by Judith welsh
Eric and his team handled my real estate closing, they made the whole experience easy and stress free.
Any questions I had they answered promptly and efficiently, the entire process was pleasant and I was confident that I was in good hands
Thankyou Eric, as always the Law offices of Vogel showed they care about their customers and you can depend upon them
I would recommend Vogel law
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13 Sep, 2024 by Eva baker
A short time ago I made the decision to retain an attorney to file for back child support post divorce. When looking for an attorney I wanted to hire someone who was well respected within the McHenry County court system, someone who was experienced and exuded confidence. I reached out to several friends who have worked within the court system and the person they recommended was Angelo Mourelatos. I found Angelo to be a great communicator, compassionate and pragmatic. I also found him to be assertive and not aggressive. His strategy is well thought out and he definitely knows when the time is right to put on a little pressure. His office staff reflects the way he conducts business. They are kind, friendly, compassionate and always treat the client with the utmost care and sense of importance. I highly recommend retaining Angelo for your legal needs.
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03 Sep, 2024 by Jennifer riebock
Angelo has gone above and beyond to help me with my post decree divorce representation. He is the first attorney I have worked with that I TRULY felt not only listened to me but heard and understood what I was feeling. Many attorneys are cold and hard- not Angelo, his compassion is par to none. He never comes across as bossy or “do as I say” you are honestly a team when you work with him- and you really do work with him to accomplish your end goal. His communication is phenomenal along with his staff. Vicki and Julie were also just as amazing. In the almost 2 years I’ve worked with them they have always been positive and encouraging. I would HIGHLY recommend Angelo to everyone who is looking for an honest, caring attorney.
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12 Oct, 2016 by Ms. a
I was fortunate enough to hire Ms. Koch after consulting with 4 other attorneys. None of the others felt they could help me, but within days of our first consultation, Ms. Koch had me in court pursuing the Order that I so desperately needed. This was the beginning of a yearlong pursuit of a bitter divorce. Ms. Koch tenaciously defended my rights, and the rights of my children, and was extremely sensitive to the hurts and scars that each of us were feeling from the situation at home. Her kindness and compassion, coupled with excellent legal knowledge and advice were invaluable throughout the entire process of the divorce. Initially - I sought a strong and capable attorney to guide me through one of the worst periods of my life. With Koch and Associates, I was so fortunate to find a gifted attorney - and so much more! Compassion, a protective spirit, understanding, and tenacious dedication to obtaining what was right for me and my kids. Highly, highly, recommend Koch & Associates!
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23 Aug, 2016 by Anonymous
I sustained a shoulder injury at work . My shoulder continued to be a problem and the Dr that I was seeing ordered an MRI. The MRI showed a possible rotater cuff tear and the Dr felt I needed surgery. This is when work comp wanted a second opinion from a Dr of their choice, who said the MRI was inconclusive and thought I should get a cortisone shot and more therapy. After another month of therapy and the shot I was still having pain and they did not want to approve surgery. This was when I spoke with Patty and retained her. She was always available to answer my questions and was able to get them to approve the surgery and I did have a full tear of my rotator cuff. So then I'm looking at a long rehab and not sure if I can go back to my mechanics job or if it will even be there. Patty got my checks back on time when they started suddenly forgetting to mail them on time. She made sure I got all the therapy I needed to get strong enough to go back to my normal job when they tried to say I didn't need more therapy. I ended up being able to go back to my job and also got a very nice check at the end of it all. Patty was always there and had a positive attitude when I was really scared and frustrated with the whole situation. I would recommend her without hesitation.
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22 Aug, 2016 by Marsha
Patti is an attorney that goes above and beyond to help resolve your case. She is one of the most caring and passionate attorneys. Patti has been working with us to help resolve a custody case. She makes you feel likes she cares about you and the people involved. It is more than a job to her it is an avocation. I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for an excellent family attorney.
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12 Mar, 2019 by David
I was very fortunate to have met Mark 18 years ago and have used his services on more than a few occasions , First and foremost he is a very compassionate individual that listens to detail and retains the information your willing to provide him with from the word go ! Then he will spend as much time that's needed to explain the law and his outlook on how your case will be handled within the court system good or bad before he even starts to discuss any cost/fees. I'm a small business owner and my license is my livelihood , He has performed miracles for me in the court room that plain and simply shocked him more than me I think even after he had prepped me for the worst on more than one occasion . He loves his job , helping clients and really knows the law!
I'm very thankful to have him as my attorney and on my side for whatever tomorrow will bring.
David
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28 Dec, 2018 by Pete
Even if you spend less than five minutes talking to Mark, you realize that he knows what he's doing. Fantastic job on my case, and I would recommend him without hesitation.
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10 Mar, 2017 by Ken
I was recently arrested and charged with a DUI. If I was to be found guilty and then convicted this would be my second DUI in 21 years. Needless to say I was very afraid of what was going to happen me. Lose my license, fines, jail time and loss of my job. I came across Mark Uteg's name on the internet and I was impressed with the reviews that were posted about him. I was very happy that I chose Mark to handle my case. He approached it in a very professional manner and prepared a solid case for my defense. He talked me through the entire process. After several court visits, he won my case for me. All the charges were dropped. I did not lose my license, I did not have any fines and I did not get a DUI. I have learned my lesson about driving after drinking so this will not happen to me again. However, If I learn of anybody that I know getting into this kind of trouble I will most definitely refer them to Mark Uteg. Thank you Mark, you're the best. Ken B
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18 Aug, 2015 by Anonymous
Phyllis is an excellent appellate attorney. I found her to be an expert on appellate procedure and strategy and very eloquent and concise in framing her legal arguments. In short, she handled my case brilliantly and succeed in getting a favorable opinion. She will give a straight forward outlook on the likelihood of success in a case and not give false hope or encourage an appeal to generate business. She is responsive and open to suggestions and input. In addition, she is very fair on billing. If you are looking to appeal a case, you can't go wrong by hiring Phyllis Perko.
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28 Jan, 2014 by Amy
Phyllis tells it like it is and doesn't sugarcoat anything or lead you in the wrong direction. She is very knowledgeable and firm. I felt like she did exactly what she said she would do. Her price is pretty much the same as all the other attorneys in the area but she is very flexible with payments. I would recommend her.
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13 Sep, 2024 by Judith welsh
Eric and his team handled my real estate closing, they made the whole experience easy and stress free.
Any questions I had they answered promptly and efficiently, the entire process was pleasant and I was confident that I was in good hands
Thankyou Eric, as always the Law offices of Vogel showed they care about their customers and you can depend upon them
I would recommend Vogel law
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13 Sep, 2024 by Eva baker
A short time ago I made the decision to retain an attorney to file for back child support post divorce. When looking for an attorney I wanted to hire someone who was well respected within the McHenry County court system, someone who was experienced and exuded confidence. I reached out to several friends who have worked within the court system and the person they recommended was Angelo Mourelatos. I found Angelo to be a great communicator, compassionate and pragmatic. I also found him to be assertive and not aggressive. His strategy is well thought out and he definitely knows when the time is right to put on a little pressure. His office staff reflects the way he conducts business. They are kind, friendly, compassionate and always treat the client with the utmost care and sense of importance. I highly recommend retaining Angelo for your legal needs.
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03 Sep, 2024 by Jennifer riebock
Angelo has gone above and beyond to help me with my post decree divorce representation. He is the first attorney I have worked with that I TRULY felt not only listened to me but heard and understood what I was feeling. Many attorneys are cold and hard- not Angelo, his compassion is par to none. He never comes across as bossy or “do as I say” you are honestly a team when you work with him- and you really do work with him to accomplish your end goal. His communication is phenomenal along with his staff. Vicki and Julie were also just as amazing. In the almost 2 years I’ve worked with them they have always been positive and encouraging. I would HIGHLY recommend Angelo to everyone who is looking for an honest, caring attorney.
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29 Oct, 2024 by John v
I was represented by Justin in my divorce proceeding and found him to be friendly, funny and helpful. Despite paying more than I thought I would, I kept my pension, and essentially received full custody of my 4 minor children despite being married for 24 yrs. I'm not saying or trying to mislead anyone to believe that I got out unscathed but keeping a pension and getting custody of your children is not very common.
Justin litigated my divorce as well as he possibly could under the circumstances and I would highly recommend his law firm.
You get what you pay for.
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08 Jul, 2024 by Cody schue
Justin is refusing my calls, won’t set up a meeting after 6 months of no contact, took my money and withdrew from the case without any warning! I’ve called the office multiple times, the last time I asked for all my paperwork and they said if I call again they will call the cops for harassment! Absolutely ridiculous!
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08 Jul, 2024 by Tom jenrette
I've been represented by Castlebrook Law for nearly 4 years. 2 lawyers in particular have worked on my cases. Justin Hastings, who unlike a lot of attorneys, is practical and passionate about his client's situations. Bryan Sullivan, aka the "Baby Faced Assassin," is a dude I'd want guarding my legal backside in any engagement. I watched him thunder away with carefully crafted arguments and carve up the opposition in a trial this year with delight. These 2 gentlemen are among the finest litigators I've ever encountered.
Trust them, trust Castlebrook.
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29 Oct, 2024 by John v
I was represented by Justin in my divorce proceeding and found him to be friendly, funny and helpful. Despite paying more than I thought I would, I kept my pension, and essentially received full custody of my 4 minor children despite being married for 24 yrs. I'm not saying or trying to mislead anyone to believe that I got out unscathed but keeping a pension and getting custody of your children is not very common.
Justin litigated my divorce as well as he possibly could under the circumstances and I would highly recommend his law firm.
You get what you pay for.
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19 May, 2024 by Karleen
I had the privilege of working with Jason recently, and I couldn't be more impressed with his professionalism, expertise, and dedication to his clients. I needed some legal advice and Jason was more than happy to listen and give me advice on this matter. He demonstrated exceptional legal knowledge and a genuine commitment to achieving the best possible outcome of the matter. I highly recommend Jason to anyone in need of legal assistance. He is someone who goes above and beyond for their clients and I will be using him in the future.
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21 Feb, 2024 by Liberty moritz
I had a fantastic experience working with Castlebrook Law. Bryan Sullivan was diligent, compassionate, and informative in his handling of my case while managing an unprofessional and non-communicative opposing counsel. The office staff was great, and everyone I worked with in the office was very responsive.
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29 Oct, 2024 by John v
I was represented by Justin in my divorce proceeding and found him to be friendly, funny and helpful. Despite paying more than I thought I would, I kept my pension, and essentially received full custody of my 4 minor children despite being married for 24 yrs. I'm not saying or trying to mislead anyone to believe that I got out unscathed but keeping a pension and getting custody of your children is not very common.
Justin litigated my divorce as well as he possibly could under the circumstances and I would highly recommend his law firm.
You get what you pay for.
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08 Jul, 2024 by Katlyn mcbride
08 Jul, 2024 by Annette
09 Aug, 2023 by Christine fuqua
Julie and her team were easy to work with while closing on the purchase of land.
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11 Jul, 2023 by Chris reed
Julie has always been amazing to work with. It is great to have someone you can completely trust when navigating important life circumstances. Highly Recommend!
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16 May, 2023 by James lee
Julie Pirtle was an instrumental representation of my divorce. She laid out the plan and how to execute each step with ease and confidence. Her knowledge of the law, as well as her legal advice, resulted in a fair proceeding where all the parties involved walked away with closure. Her transparency involving billable hours and ways to cut costs was extremely helpful in staying within budget. There were no surprises in all aspects of her work and she delivered above and beyond her call of duty. She communicated as needed and answered all questions I had and beyond. She knew when to press the pedal and when to back off on certain requests and indifferences during the divorce. I didn't feel rushed, had no anxiety, and completely trusted her with everything. I highly recommend Pirtle Law Group as all of her staff are a direct reflection of her integrity, transparency, and hard work. I am impressed with her knowledge of the law. Rest assured, having Julie as your counsel is a vote of confidence that you want when it is most needed. She is a powerhouse with poise and elegance. As long as she is practicing law, she will forever be on my speed dial.
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29 Oct, 2024 by John v
I was represented by Justin in my divorce proceeding and found him to be friendly, funny and helpful. Despite paying more than I thought I would, I kept my pension, and essentially received full custody of my 4 minor children despite being married for 24 yrs. I'm not saying or trying to mislead anyone to believe that I got out unscathed but keeping a pension and getting custody of your children is not very common.
Justin litigated my divorce as well as he possibly could under the circumstances and I would highly recommend his law firm.
You get what you pay for.
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08 Jul, 2024 by Katlyn mcbride
08 Jul, 2024 by Arron schifferer
Justin was a great attorney
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08 Dec, 2023 by Anonymous
I do not recommend working with the Pucci law team. I am extremely disturbed by how my case was handled and I would highly encourage you to look elsewhere if you want your case handled ethically and timely.
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07 Sep, 2022 by Sarah
Divorce is never easy but Julia and her team made things as simple as possible. She helped me navigate custody with a difficult ex and guided me through the entire process. Highly recommend.
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16 Jan, 2020 by Jon haas
Experienced attorney, standard pricing, nice guy.
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15 Jun, 2023 by Linda
Way over charges. Lets you close without having all your money. Then when it comes time to get your money, he has to put a lien, on the property. Then that cost goes to you, even though it was his fault. Stay away from him!
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06 Apr, 2011 by Mike
I've used Jim for 2 closing's over the past 5 years. I'm a young adult and have learned a great deal about closing from Jim. Both times, there was a last minute issue in the closing room and Jim advised and handled it, which led to me saving a great deal of money. My last closing was so convoluted from the builder that I was beyond frustrated, however Jim was the solidity that I needed. He infromed me of my options and the probability of which direction it would go. In the end, the builder and I reached an agreement, but it was because of Jim that we got there. I plan to work with Jim for my next closing as well.
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20 Sep, 2012 by Mike
In April, 2012 I hired Tom Merkel to file something on my behalf. I paid him his fee along with the court cost in cash upfront as agreed. To date, Tom has not filed anything. I've tried to reach him and have been unsuccessful.
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