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22 Apr, 2024 by Frannie seitz
Heather agreed to meet with me and provided incredible legal advice regarding my work contract. She helped determine my employer was wrongfully withholding earnings which resulted in them paying out my paid time off. I don’t think I would have been successful in battling my employer without her knowledge and expertise.
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27 Mar, 2023 by David zimmerman
Very helpful and makes me do my homework to clarify the details.
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03 Mar, 2023 by Lauren deyo and brantley deyo deyo
22 Apr, 2024 by Frannie seitz
Heather agreed to meet with me and provided incredible legal advice regarding my work contract. She helped determine my employer was wrongfully withholding earnings which resulted in them paying out my paid time off. I don’t think I would have been successful in battling my employer without her knowledge and expertise.
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27 Mar, 2023 by David zimmerman
Very helpful and makes me do my homework to clarify the details.
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03 Mar, 2023 by Lauren deyo and brantley deyo deyo
05 Feb, 2024 by James
I worked with Robert as my attorney for the last 2 years for my custody case. As a unmarried father in Minnesota, the odds are definitely against you. Robert was there for me through and through, and he wouldn't quit fighting for me to have equal parenting time with my son. We just recieved the good news, after going to trial, that we won! I was awarded joint physical/legal custody with my son! I couldn't have done it without him! He's made a bigger impact in my life than he knows! I can't wait to spend quality time with my boy. A special shout out to his assistant Amber as well. If I ever had a question about the small details, she was always there to answer it for me. Thanks again guys!! If you want an attorney that will fight for what you deserve, I'd definitely recommend Robert Manson Law.
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05 Jan, 2024 by Beth
Robert Manson was referred to me by a very good friend of mine. She was extremely satisfied with his work with her brother’s divorce proceedings. Based on that referral, I had the utmost pleasure in meeting with Robert Manson to discuss my divorce issues. Immediately it was evident that he was focused on what was fair and reasonable for me and my son in the divorce. He was able to provide a safe space for me to discuss my issues, what my goals were and allow me to ask for the things that were needed in making sure I was able to get through the divorce proceedings fairly with his ongoing support. His knowledge and experience of Family Law is invaluable. Especially since he has sat in front of so many Family Law Judges, he really has a wealth of experience in what to expect when there are issues that are being argued between parties in Court. He also was always available when any emergency occurred. He knew exactly what to do, took the appropriate action and was able to advise me on what my next steps were to be. He validated my concerns throughout the process. He also never compromised the safety of myself or my son in any decisions that were made throughout the proceedings. In a time that was very stressful, he made it so much more tolerable. I would recommend Robert Manson anytime for any Family Law issues that one may have. You will be extremely satisfied during a tough season of high stress.
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14 Nov, 2023 by Anonymous
I hired Robert (Bob) to represent my daughter and I in Family Court. I was seeking full legal and physical custody of my daughter. When Bob and I first met, we were quickly able to see my situation was in dire need of legal assistance. As a single father, this was by far the scariest thing I have faced in my life. Bob was able to take a pragmatic approach, explain to me the processes within the court system, and guide me through litigation with confidence. There were false claims of abuse and Bob was able to not only deal with them, but to bring an emergency motion that granted me temporary custody. As a trial lawyer, I couldn't have been more pleased with Bob's professionalism, knowledge and legal advice. Bob represented me in court on several occasions leading up to and ultimately throughout a 4 day trail. Bob's experience and knowledge of MN state law was key in our outcome.
I was awarded full legal and physical custody of my daughter and mother had to do supervised parenting time. My situation deserved this outcome, but Bob was the individual who brought the argument to the court and ultimately won the case. He chewed up mother's expert witness. He also represented me in post decree matters and was always responsive and on point. His fees were reasonable as well.
I have since referred my friends and family to seek Mr. Manson's services if they find themselves with any family law issues. They have all been as pleased as I was with his services.
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13 Nov, 2015 by Maria
I just found Adam with a Google search, so was unsure what to expect. He went above-and-beyond to make my real estate transaction easy, quick and affordable. He 100% exceeded my expectations! I highly recommend his services :)
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31 Oct, 2015 by Jaime cole
Adam by far exceeded our expectations with his expertise, knowledge and honesty. We highly recommend Adam. He works fast and has your best interest always. We trust him completely. He handled our real estate matter quickly ,was always honest and had great communication. If you choose him to help you, I promise you that you will not be disappointed.
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01 May, 2015 by Sandy
Adam W. Heaton was personable and charismatic. He knows his job and helped complete all I asked him to do. He helped with completion of my will and also on a Quit Claim Deed change. He did a fantastic job. I would recommend him to all my friends and family.
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23 Feb, 2016 by Wendy
Mary Joki Ebb has been very helpful in helping us with our estate planning as well as assisting us with an adoption. She made the process easy and we enjoyed working with her.
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13 Dec, 2014 by Carol
My mother is in late stage dementia and I was worried about finding someone to update her will and provide advice going forward with her care. I was so lucky that I found Mary! She is an expert in the legalities of elder law and is also sensitive to the emotions that come with the planning process. As the full time caregiver for my mother, Mary also provided a recommendation for and adult day care center. This was not part of our planning but Mary knew that it was something that I needed. I have recommended Mary to several friends and would not do so if I didn't trust that Mary would provide excellent service.
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12 Dec, 2014 by Carol johnson
I was very pleased with Mary's work and timeliness. Many things developed that were not her fault, but she handled them for me beautifully. She was always readily available when paperwork needed to be signed and in providing information.
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20 Mar, 2019 by Timothy
He will get you what you want. Most determined lawyer and I had a nasty divorce. He was able to get me what I wanted. Very happy!
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22 May, 2014 by Jenifer
In July of 2013 my world was shattered when I learned that my husband was not only cheating on me, but had moved our family to his home state of Minnesota to alienate me from my family and friends and divorce me. With my family and friends 1400 miles away, I turned to the internet and found Richard Caldecott.
Richard was kind and empathetic. He also pointed out he had been practicing family law for more than 33 years. I told Rick that all I wanted was to go home to New Hampshire. We had barely lived in Minnesota a year. Rick told me interstate custody was tough, costly and there was no guarantee. He never promised me a win. He was highly efficient in keeping MY costs down. His letters to opposing council were clear and to the point: Our intention was to return to our home in New Hampshire. My ex threatened to fight me for full custody and told me I was going to get a war. Well, Rick was instrumental at letting them know, that I was not raising my children in Minnesota for the next 14 years unless a judge told me I had to. Not long after Mediation, where 2 experienced lawyers agreed, after hearing the facts of the case, that a judge would allow me to return to my home state. Soon after, my ex realized he would not win against Richard Caldecott.
As devastating and traumatized as I was through this whirlwind process, Rick and his staff, treated me with kindness, compassion and constantly reassured me that I would be OK. A mere 5 months after I walked into his office sobbing and heartbroken, I left Minnesota to return home to New Hampshire with my children. I was awarded sole physical custody, child support, and we were HOME for Christmas.
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21 Sep, 2012 by Anonymous
My case started off with a nuclear bomb being dropped on me so to say. My case was a very litigious court case for custody with all kinds of false allegations and OFPs continuously placed against me from my ex-wife. Richard Caldecott methodically tore the case down one piece at a time. I started with no custody rights due to my rights being stripped from me at the beginning. I even had to see my children in a closed environment with professionals standing over me. This was the most humiliating experience I have ever had to withstand since I have was always been in the public eye. The professionals in this environment had already prequalified me as guilty of allegations not even in the realm of reality; so you can only imagine their treatment towards me.
With all of the above said at the end; I was awarded full “SOLE LEGAL” custody; even being in Anoka County where the county custody intake women told me “men do not have custody”! Richard is a shining star amongst a bunch of big shot money sucking attorneys I had hired prior. His billing practice is more than fair and he is there for you when you need him the most. His ability to craft letters to explain what is really going on is beyond stellar. I would like to thank my luck stars that I found Richard Caldecott and the friend that referred me.
This short letter comes from a parent that now has an amazing relationship with his two children that will last a lifetime. This all because of Richard Caldecott and his talented abilities as a competent attorney.
Thank you Richard,
the underdog parent
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10 Nov, 2016 by Fitti
Though the toughest times in my life Scott simply said no worries... Dont beat yourself up too bad... Or i will take care of it... I would highly recommend Scott's law office.
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07 Oct, 2015 by Jenny
Scott Martin has been a great help to me thru hard times. He was available on the weekend when no one else would return my calls. He has always responded to questions, and helped me before he asked for any money. After talking with him for only a few minutes, I could tell he was a genuine person who would do his best to help you.
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28 Oct, 2014 by Anonymous
Scott is an awesome attorney. He has been retained by myself over the years regarding different issues.
Very respectable guy around town. Don't hesitate to give him a jingle if in a jam~
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01 Jun, 2011 by Mary beth
My father and I worked with Sheila Kelly to set up a trust. She led us through the whole process and made sure that all our questions were answered. Sheila is very professional as well someone we felt comfortable talking with about all the issues. I highly recommend Sheila Kelly!
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21 Jan, 2012 by Elizabeth
Justin, met with us and describe the opportunities and options which we had. He described and gave examples of how different mechanisms work and gave us the opportunity to make good decisions. His guidance and our trust in his were invaluable.
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20 Jan, 2024 by Jason geschwind
Great staff and the Attornies are very knowledgeable.
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20 Jan, 2024 by Jason geschwind
Great staff and the Attornies are very knowledgeable.
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22 Apr, 2024 by Frannie seitz
Heather agreed to meet with me and provided incredible legal advice regarding my work contract. She helped determine my employer was wrongfully withholding earnings which resulted in them paying out my paid time off. I don’t think I would have been successful in battling my employer without her knowledge and expertise.
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27 Mar, 2023 by David zimmerman
Very helpful and makes me do my homework to clarify the details.
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03 Mar, 2023 by Lauren deyo and brantley deyo deyo
15 Oct, 2024 by Rick f
I might have been one of the more difficult clients... delayed replies, incomplete documentation, misunderstood requests... Still, the team at CLAW showed nothing but diligence and patience until my case was resolved. I cannot thank them enough. Highly recommend!
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28 Aug, 2024 by Sergio sanchez
Esta firma de abogados es muy buena. Siempre estuvieron atentos para responder mis preguntas y me atendieron en español. Agradezco a Nestor y Matías por su paciencia. Los recomiendo!
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09 Aug, 2024 by Shelly youngkrantz
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31 May, 2024 by Jennifer augustin
I would recommend Mark to anyone. He’s very helpful, always available and checking in. Any questions I have had he’s been able to answer or gets back to me right away.
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20 May, 2024 by Larry winter
Mark did exactly what he told me he was gonna do for me and my family. Mark also kept in constant communications with me and updated me on how things are going and had a response for all my questions Mark worked hard in our favor to get what we needed I would have no issues using Mark again if the circumstances were needed, not only a great lawyer but a fine human being Mark was my lawyer but now Mark is my friend
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06 Sep, 2024 by Bobbyjo waldemarsen
This is the best attorney! He never leaves you hanging. Let's you know exactly what's going on with your case. Is kind and understanding but willing to fight for you all the way. No suger coating no lies and no surprises. Just pure justice!
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08 May, 2024 by Kevin begin
We could not recommend the Freeman Law firm more highly. Phil is a great family law attorney and advisor. We trusted Phil to update all of our legal documents and his knowledge and insights were invaluable. We were so pleased with his work.
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08 May, 2024 by John lockner
Phil Freeman is an excellent Attorney and always really cares about his clients. I have referred many people to Phil and the referrals always report back the he did a great job for them and that they are really happy with his services and legal advice. I fully endorse Phil and never hesitate to send my closest family, Clients and friends to him. John Lockner RE/MAX Results Realtor
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06 Sep, 2024 by Bobbyjo waldemarsen
This is the best attorney! He never leaves you hanging. Let's you know exactly what's going on with your case. Is kind and understanding but willing to fight for you all the way. No suger coating no lies and no surprises. Just pure justice!
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08 May, 2024 by Kevin begin
We could not recommend the Freeman Law firm more highly. Phil is a great family law attorney and advisor. We trusted Phil to update all of our legal documents and his knowledge and insights were invaluable. We were so pleased with his work.
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08 May, 2024 by John lockner
Phil Freeman is an excellent Attorney and always really cares about his clients. I have referred many people to Phil and the referrals always report back the he did a great job for them and that they are really happy with his services and legal advice. I fully endorse Phil and never hesitate to send my closest family, Clients and friends to him. John Lockner RE/MAX Results Realtor
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06 Sep, 2024 by Bobbyjo waldemarsen
This is the best attorney! He never leaves you hanging. Let's you know exactly what's going on with your case. Is kind and understanding but willing to fight for you all the way. No suger coating no lies and no surprises. Just pure justice!
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14 Jun, 2024 by John thompson
Gretchen Hall has been a blessing to me and my family after I hurt my back at work and was out for a while I contacted her office and they made all the things that I didn’t want to worry about go away because they handled everything so that all I had to focus on was getting my body back to normal!
This is a woman of integrity and empathy for whoever walks into her office, I myself can be hard to deal with but she truly treated me just like family!!!!
Thank you so very much for your kindness and platinum service!!!
Jt
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08 May, 2024 by Kevin begin
We could not recommend the Freeman Law firm more highly. Phil is a great family law attorney and advisor. We trusted Phil to update all of our legal documents and his knowledge and insights were invaluable. We were so pleased with his work.
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16 Aug, 2024 by Peter petros
Excellent, professional, courteous staff from their receptionist to the attorneys. I would highly recommend GDO Law.
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07 May, 2024 by Ben pederson
Great law firm and knowledgeable staff.
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09 Apr, 2024 by Dylan
Got subpoenaed as a witness by the county because I witnessed a crime— they were helpful and kind during the process. Thankfully it didn’t go to trial so I didn’t have to miss any work.
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16 Aug, 2024 by Peter petros
Excellent, professional, courteous staff from their receptionist to the attorneys. I would highly recommend GDO Law.
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07 May, 2024 by Ben pederson
Great law firm and knowledgeable staff.
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09 Apr, 2024 by Dylan
Got subpoenaed as a witness by the county because I witnessed a crime— they were helpful and kind during the process. Thankfully it didn’t go to trial so I didn’t have to miss any work.
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16 Aug, 2024 by Peter petros
Excellent, professional, courteous staff from their receptionist to the attorneys. I would highly recommend GDO Law.
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07 May, 2024 by Ben pederson
Great law firm and knowledgeable staff.
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09 Apr, 2024 by Dylan
Got subpoenaed as a witness by the county because I witnessed a crime— they were helpful and kind during the process. Thankfully it didn’t go to trial so I didn’t have to miss any work.
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16 Aug, 2024 by Peter petros
Excellent, professional, courteous staff from their receptionist to the attorneys. I would highly recommend GDO Law.
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07 May, 2024 by Ben pederson
Great law firm and knowledgeable staff.
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09 Apr, 2024 by Dylan
Got subpoenaed as a witness by the county because I witnessed a crime— they were helpful and kind during the process. Thankfully it didn’t go to trial so I didn’t have to miss any work.
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22 Feb, 2021 by Anonymous
This attorney omitted labor market data that documents a racial gap in unemployment for monitories and furthermore, this attorney adds to racial injustice in our court system. I am encouraging all minorities to boycott this attorney.
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16 Dec, 2019 by Mary
My ex-husband wanted to take me to court to change a few items in our
divorce decree that I did not agree with. We were trying to reach a
compromise over email but that did not appear to be working. I called J.
Markiewicz Law Office to set up a consult.
The day before my consult with her, J. Markiewicz called me on the phone
and asked me to email documents to her so she could become better
familiar with my case. I emailed them to her. At the consult, we
discussed sending a letter to my ex’s lawyer with a potential
compromise. I hired her and placed a $2000 retainer. She wrote a letter
to my ex’s lawyer, but I didn’t want to send it because my ex and I were
still emailing about a compromise which we did within a week. During
that week, J. Markiewicz emailed and texted me to approve the letter
which I said I wasn’t ready to do just yet. After receiving a text that
she was uncomfortable with my waiting, and exasperated that I had to
defend working on a compromise, I told J. Markiewicz that I no longer
needed her services and asked for my un-used retainer back.
Despite the fact that we met for a “free” consultation, and the only
thing I authorized was the creation of a letter, J. Markiewicz only
returned a little over half of my retainer. She unethically charged me
$455 – over an hour of her time – for reading the documents that she
asked me to send to her before I had even met and hired her, and a
$117.50 charge just to “Open a new file.”
I asked J. Markiewicz to refund the charges since she was the one to ask
for the emailed documents before I had met her or hired her, and,
because she gave no upfront information about the “Open New File” costs.
She initially said she would be open to discussing this concern, but
then ignored my email communications until I filed this review. She has
since emailed and stated that she’d refund only $345 and that she’d
consider the case closed. She mailed a check for this amount which is
less than her unethical charges.
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14 Jul, 2017 by Ron
My fiance' and I recently engaged Ms. Markiewicz to help prepare a prenup agreement and had an absolutely horrific experience. It appeared that Ms. Markiewicz approached our prenup as a hostile divorce (rather than a loving marriage) pitting my future bride and I against each other, employing emotionally charged adversarial negotiation tactics and dragging out an expensive lawyer intensive process to...literally...the day before our wedding.
She dismissed the process I had proposed where my fiance' and I would work together (doing much of the work ourselves) to craft a fair and equitable agreement through an amicable collaborative process with guidance and feedback from our respective counsel. She also ignored my request to provide an overview of the process, key milestones and timeline that she would suggest as an alternative. Instead, she just moved forward in a manner that lead to a drawn out, time consuming, resource intensive (read "lots of billable hours") process that dramatically increased our legal fees; created intense stress, conflict and emotional trauma; and dragged the "negotiation" process out to...literally...the day before our wedding. And to top things off, she billed us double the hours that our other lawyer did...even though he crafted and authored the multiple drafts of the proposed prenup and the key legal documents.
This nightmare of a process resulted in prenup that neither one of us felt good about, legal fees that were 3-4 times what we had expected, a prenup that got signed the AFTERNOON before our wedding and an excruciatingly stressful...downright traumatic...process that led to my fiance' and I "breaking up" twice in the two weeks prior to our wedding (including 4 days before).
P.S. This review features no embellishment or exaggeration (and I have the email audit trail to back up every word). I had never met...or even heard of...Ms. Markiewicz prior to this prenup process, do not work in the legal profession nor have any other potential conflicts of interests. I invested the time to write this review solely in the interest of helping others avoid repeating what was one of the most traumatic professional experiences of my life. One that came very close to aborting my wedding and costing me the woman that I love, adore and cherish with all my heart.
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11 Aug, 2022 by Anonymous
Promised to contact me several times but never did. Can't leave message on cell phone as the mailbox is full. Never kept me updated during the two months it took to "review" my case. Time wasted.
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30 Nov, 2021 by Charles
A job well done, it took two years because the insurance company dragged it’s feet but Mark got the job done. Highly recommend Mark , thank you
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16 Jul, 2021 by Skyla
I worked with mark for 2 years , and I wouldn’t of asked for a better attorney to handle my case . He’s very understanding patient and will help you through the process without any hassles… I highly recommend anyone who’s been into an auto accident to reach out to him ….
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06 Apr, 2017 by Michael
Great lawyer friendly staff was great only problem is getting in contact with her still a problem but don't quit trying she's worth it
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17 Mar, 2016 by Anonymous
I've done business with her for over 20 years and many people I know have. The firm is rated in the area as one of the best and very qualified .maybe u didn't have your files in line or didn't tell the truth somewhere along the line. Anyhow. Great firm and will be in business for a very long time . Again a very great and trusted law firm. Please do more research.
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06 Jul, 2015 by Crystal
My husband and I attempted to file bankruptcy with Jennifer's help over a year ago. We had hit a financial hard spot and were in jeopardy of losing our home which we did not want to happen. Jennifer assured us that if we went through with the bankruptcy it would be likely that the mortgage company would work with us and give us the modification we had been working for. Well she was right the mortgage was modified and she was paid in full the $1800 for the bankruptcy, however the bankruptcy was never filed. It has now been well over a year since she was paid in full and nothing has been done. She will not return my calls or emails. Now I have my creditors (who were told I was filing bankruptcy) calling me and saying they can't reach her either. I just wanted everything resolved and to move on with life but I can't seem to get any response from Jennifer. I would advise others to proceed with caution when doing business with her.
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24 Jun, 2021 by Anonymous
Allowed personal biases to affect his actions/decisions. Specifically related to having religious convictions and or chemical dependency issues. If either of these exist he's likely to take action
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