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12 Feb, 2024 by Ernesto catalan
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28 Oct, 2023 by Meli rowland
I Called their office for a paid consultation because I saw a video of Walzer talking about gambling community assets, and the receptionist was very unprofessional the first time we spoke she didn’t even take down the respondent name just he’s attorneys firm and calls me back says they are busy can’t take on any more cases. And I asked are all the attorneys in this firm busy and can’t consult and she said yes and refer me some local websites, I asked her what information did she take down when I first called she said just the respondent attorney law firm and the issues regarding gambling community assets. I never heard of a law firm that have few partners and attorneys say they are all busy and can’t take on any more cases. If that’s the case your website should say not accepting new clients, they should have probably google their client before acting so nonchalant and unprofessional. I don’t see how this firm is beneficial to any public figure, based my interactions with their receptionist this firm is cold and rude.
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04 Aug, 2022 by Tara gipson
Christopher Melcher is extremely professional. He is highly noted as a celebrity divorce attorney. I had the pleasure of working with him personally and I wasn’t disappointed. Thank you for your service.
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12 Feb, 2024 by Ernesto catalan
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28 Oct, 2023 by Meli rowland
I Called their office for a paid consultation because I saw a video of Walzer talking about gambling community assets, and the receptionist was very unprofessional the first time we spoke she didn’t even take down the respondent name just he’s attorneys firm and calls me back says they are busy can’t take on any more cases. And I asked are all the attorneys in this firm busy and can’t consult and she said yes and refer me some local websites, I asked her what information did she take down when I first called she said just the respondent attorney law firm and the issues regarding gambling community assets. I never heard of a law firm that have few partners and attorneys say they are all busy and can’t take on any more cases. If that’s the case your website should say not accepting new clients, they should have probably google their client before acting so nonchalant and unprofessional. I don’t see how this firm is beneficial to any public figure, based my interactions with their receptionist this firm is cold and rude.
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04 Aug, 2022 by Tara gipson
Christopher Melcher is extremely professional. He is highly noted as a celebrity divorce attorney. I had the pleasure of working with him personally and I wasn’t disappointed. Thank you for your service.
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21 Oct, 2024 by Barbara lilenfeld
16 Oct, 2024 by Becky clausen
We have put off building a family trust for years believing the process would be difficult and painfully expensive. However, Talai Law Offices has been thoroughly professional and a pleasure to work with! We were welcomed and treated beautifully by the office staff, Ali Talai, the lawyer, was personable, a superb listener when our requests were specific, knowledgeable to take better care of us in the present and create pathways of care for our trust in the future than we could have dreamed, and was consistently dependable, a clear communicator, detail oriented, and delivered our trust in a timely fashion. Our family recommends this law office with enthusiasm.
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07 Jun, 2024 by Martha hernandez
Fred, and his staff, are wonderful and caring people. He represented me on a case, with the upmost professionalism. He was thorough, and efficient. I truly believe, I couldn’t have had a better defense attorney. He defended me with respect, and determination. I couldn’t have hoped for a better outcome. I am eternally grateful to Fred Hanassab, Lily and other office staff. I highly recommend him, his high standards of integrity, and respect I received from him and the staff. Thank you Fred and office. You are all wonderful, and knowledgeable people.
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18 Mar, 2024 by Brandy betts
Attorney Nader was friendly, very knowledgeable and genuinely had our best interest in mind.
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28 Nov, 2023 by American septic
Good litigation attorney. Fought our case for our employees that were in an accident. Took a while due to covid other than that he fought all the way for us.
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10 Oct, 2024 by Gina smith
The most stressful time of my life was filing for divorce. Joy and her team helped me through this excruciating process, answered all my questions, and provided relevant advice and direction on what to do and what NOT to do. In addition, Joy also provided suggestions on how to keep my legal costs down...which makes her my hero!! On her team, I worked with Karla and Jeanne quite a bit and they were both very quick with responses. This was crucial for me to keep my stress levels down since I had to co-habitat with my ex-husband for almost 9 mos. Karla and Jeanne were available to answer questions and kept me updated as soon as updates were available. Even though my divorce was final in March 2024, I had a question about my final judgment today and Karla responded right away. Thanks Karla...You Rock!! I'd recommended Joy and her paralegal team to anyone who is going through a divorce.
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22 Sep, 2024 by Peter klimo
I have talked to Joy several times before asking her to represent me in my divorce. She made me feel taken care of and at ease throughout the process, always advising me about the most beneficial choices available. Her professional knowledge and friendly approach made my divorce as smooth and as short as possible. Her staff - Karla, Irene, and Rosa - have been very helpful managing the clerical steps along the way.
I know its next to impossible, but if you want to have a pleasant divorce call Joy Kraft Miles :).
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22 Apr, 2024 by Nicole wilson
I can't begin to express how grateful I am to Kraft Miles, A Law Corporation. Joy provided excellent representation. She was professional and knowledgeable. She made me feel prepared and help put my mind at ease during an extremely stressful custody case.
Irene and Jeanne were also a pleasure to work with. They were helpful and prompt. Joy has a great team supporting her.
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10 Oct, 2024 by Gina smith
The most stressful time of my life was filing for divorce. Joy and her team helped me through this excruciating process, answered all my questions, and provided relevant advice and direction on what to do and what NOT to do. In addition, Joy also provided suggestions on how to keep my legal costs down...which makes her my hero!! On her team, I worked with Karla and Jeanne quite a bit and they were both very quick with responses. This was crucial for me to keep my stress levels down since I had to co-habitat with my ex-husband for almost 9 mos. Karla and Jeanne were available to answer questions and kept me updated as soon as updates were available. Even though my divorce was final in March 2024, I had a question about my final judgment today and Karla responded right away. Thanks Karla...You Rock!! I'd recommended Joy and her paralegal team to anyone who is going through a divorce.
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22 Sep, 2024 by Peter klimo
I have talked to Joy several times before asking her to represent me in my divorce. She made me feel taken care of and at ease throughout the process, always advising me about the most beneficial choices available. Her professional knowledge and friendly approach made my divorce as smooth and as short as possible. Her staff - Karla, Irene, and Rosa - have been very helpful managing the clerical steps along the way.
I know its next to impossible, but if you want to have a pleasant divorce call Joy Kraft Miles :).
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22 Apr, 2024 by Nicole wilson
I can't begin to express how grateful I am to Kraft Miles, A Law Corporation. Joy provided excellent representation. She was professional and knowledgeable. She made me feel prepared and help put my mind at ease during an extremely stressful custody case.
Irene and Jeanne were also a pleasure to work with. They were helpful and prompt. Joy has a great team supporting her.
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10 Oct, 2024 by Gina smith
The most stressful time of my life was filing for divorce. Joy and her team helped me through this excruciating process, answered all my questions, and provided relevant advice and direction on what to do and what NOT to do. In addition, Joy also provided suggestions on how to keep my legal costs down...which makes her my hero!! On her team, I worked with Karla and Jeanne quite a bit and they were both very quick with responses. This was crucial for me to keep my stress levels down since I had to co-habitat with my ex-husband for almost 9 mos. Karla and Jeanne were available to answer questions and kept me updated as soon as updates were available. Even though my divorce was final in March 2024, I had a question about my final judgment today and Karla responded right away. Thanks Karla...You Rock!! I'd recommended Joy and her paralegal team to anyone who is going through a divorce.
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22 Sep, 2024 by Peter klimo
I have talked to Joy several times before asking her to represent me in my divorce. She made me feel taken care of and at ease throughout the process, always advising me about the most beneficial choices available. Her professional knowledge and friendly approach made my divorce as smooth and as short as possible. Her staff - Karla, Irene, and Rosa - have been very helpful managing the clerical steps along the way.
I know its next to impossible, but if you want to have a pleasant divorce call Joy Kraft Miles :).
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22 Apr, 2024 by Nicole wilson
I can't begin to express how grateful I am to Kraft Miles, A Law Corporation. Joy provided excellent representation. She was professional and knowledgeable. She made me feel prepared and help put my mind at ease during an extremely stressful custody case.
Irene and Jeanne were also a pleasure to work with. They were helpful and prompt. Joy has a great team supporting her.
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10 Oct, 2024 by Gina smith
The most stressful time of my life was filing for divorce. Joy and her team helped me through this excruciating process, answered all my questions, and provided relevant advice and direction on what to do and what NOT to do. In addition, Joy also provided suggestions on how to keep my legal costs down...which makes her my hero!! On her team, I worked with Karla and Jeanne quite a bit and they were both very quick with responses. This was crucial for me to keep my stress levels down since I had to co-habitat with my ex-husband for almost 9 mos. Karla and Jeanne were available to answer questions and kept me updated as soon as updates were available. Even though my divorce was final in March 2024, I had a question about my final judgment today and Karla responded right away. Thanks Karla...You Rock!! I'd recommended Joy and her paralegal team to anyone who is going through a divorce.
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22 Sep, 2024 by Peter klimo
I have talked to Joy several times before asking her to represent me in my divorce. She made me feel taken care of and at ease throughout the process, always advising me about the most beneficial choices available. Her professional knowledge and friendly approach made my divorce as smooth and as short as possible. Her staff - Karla, Irene, and Rosa - have been very helpful managing the clerical steps along the way.
I know its next to impossible, but if you want to have a pleasant divorce call Joy Kraft Miles :).
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22 Apr, 2024 by Nicole wilson
I can't begin to express how grateful I am to Kraft Miles, A Law Corporation. Joy provided excellent representation. She was professional and knowledgeable. She made me feel prepared and help put my mind at ease during an extremely stressful custody case.
Irene and Jeanne were also a pleasure to work with. They were helpful and prompt. Joy has a great team supporting her.
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10 Oct, 2024 by Gina smith
The most stressful time of my life was filing for divorce. Joy and her team helped me through this excruciating process, answered all my questions, and provided relevant advice and direction on what to do and what NOT to do. In addition, Joy also provided suggestions on how to keep my legal costs down...which makes her my hero!! On her team, I worked with Karla and Jeanne quite a bit and they were both very quick with responses. This was crucial for me to keep my stress levels down since I had to co-habitat with my ex-husband for almost 9 mos. Karla and Jeanne were available to answer questions and kept me updated as soon as updates were available. Even though my divorce was final in March 2024, I had a question about my final judgment today and Karla responded right away. Thanks Karla...You Rock!! I'd recommended Joy and her paralegal team to anyone who is going through a divorce.
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22 Sep, 2024 by Peter klimo
I have talked to Joy several times before asking her to represent me in my divorce. She made me feel taken care of and at ease throughout the process, always advising me about the most beneficial choices available. Her professional knowledge and friendly approach made my divorce as smooth and as short as possible. Her staff - Karla, Irene, and Rosa - have been very helpful managing the clerical steps along the way.
I know its next to impossible, but if you want to have a pleasant divorce call Joy Kraft Miles :).
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22 Apr, 2024 by Nicole wilson
I can't begin to express how grateful I am to Kraft Miles, A Law Corporation. Joy provided excellent representation. She was professional and knowledgeable. She made me feel prepared and help put my mind at ease during an extremely stressful custody case.
Irene and Jeanne were also a pleasure to work with. They were helpful and prompt. Joy has a great team supporting her.
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10 Oct, 2024 by Gina smith
The most stressful time of my life was filing for divorce. Joy and her team helped me through this excruciating process, answered all my questions, and provided relevant advice and direction on what to do and what NOT to do. In addition, Joy also provided suggestions on how to keep my legal costs down...which makes her my hero!! On her team, I worked with Karla and Jeanne quite a bit and they were both very quick with responses. This was crucial for me to keep my stress levels down since I had to co-habitat with my ex-husband for almost 9 mos. Karla and Jeanne were available to answer questions and kept me updated as soon as updates were available. Even though my divorce was final in March 2024, I had a question about my final judgment today and Karla responded right away. Thanks Karla...You Rock!! I'd recommended Joy and her paralegal team to anyone who is going through a divorce.
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22 Sep, 2024 by Peter klimo
I have talked to Joy several times before asking her to represent me in my divorce. She made me feel taken care of and at ease throughout the process, always advising me about the most beneficial choices available. Her professional knowledge and friendly approach made my divorce as smooth and as short as possible. Her staff - Karla, Irene, and Rosa - have been very helpful managing the clerical steps along the way.
I know its next to impossible, but if you want to have a pleasant divorce call Joy Kraft Miles :).
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22 Apr, 2024 by Nicole wilson
I can't begin to express how grateful I am to Kraft Miles, A Law Corporation. Joy provided excellent representation. She was professional and knowledgeable. She made me feel prepared and help put my mind at ease during an extremely stressful custody case.
Irene and Jeanne were also a pleasure to work with. They were helpful and prompt. Joy has a great team supporting her.
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10 Oct, 2024 by Gina smith
The most stressful time of my life was filing for divorce. Joy and her team helped me through this excruciating process, answered all my questions, and provided relevant advice and direction on what to do and what NOT to do. In addition, Joy also provided suggestions on how to keep my legal costs down...which makes her my hero!! On her team, I worked with Karla and Jeanne quite a bit and they were both very quick with responses. This was crucial for me to keep my stress levels down since I had to co-habitat with my ex-husband for almost 9 mos. Karla and Jeanne were available to answer questions and kept me updated as soon as updates were available. Even though my divorce was final in March 2024, I had a question about my final judgment today and Karla responded right away. Thanks Karla...You Rock!! I'd recommended Joy and her paralegal team to anyone who is going through a divorce.
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22 Sep, 2024 by Peter klimo
I have talked to Joy several times before asking her to represent me in my divorce. She made me feel taken care of and at ease throughout the process, always advising me about the most beneficial choices available. Her professional knowledge and friendly approach made my divorce as smooth and as short as possible. Her staff - Karla, Irene, and Rosa - have been very helpful managing the clerical steps along the way.
I know its next to impossible, but if you want to have a pleasant divorce call Joy Kraft Miles :).
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22 Apr, 2024 by Nicole wilson
I can't begin to express how grateful I am to Kraft Miles, A Law Corporation. Joy provided excellent representation. She was professional and knowledgeable. She made me feel prepared and help put my mind at ease during an extremely stressful custody case.
Irene and Jeanne were also a pleasure to work with. They were helpful and prompt. Joy has a great team supporting her.
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18 Oct, 2024 by Charly ventura
If you have any kind of problem, he is a very good lawyer and his team as well. He helped me in a very complicated situation. Very reliable and dedicated to his clients. Thank you very much The Rutten Law Firm.
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21 Jan, 2024 by Ms. moané
I called but I still haven't received a call back.
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10 Nov, 2023 by Mike raskin
They didn't inform me if they wanted my case or not. In other words they left me hanging/gosted me when they realized they didn't want my case.
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18 Oct, 2024 by Charly ventura
If you have any kind of problem, he is a very good lawyer and his team as well. He helped me in a very complicated situation. Very reliable and dedicated to his clients. Thank you very much The Rutten Law Firm.
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21 Jan, 2024 by Ms. moané
I called but I still haven't received a call back.
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10 Nov, 2023 by Mike raskin
They didn't inform me if they wanted my case or not. In other words they left me hanging/gosted me when they realized they didn't want my case.
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18 Oct, 2024 by Charly ventura
If you have any kind of problem, he is a very good lawyer and his team as well. He helped me in a very complicated situation. Very reliable and dedicated to his clients. Thank you very much The Rutten Law Firm.
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21 Jan, 2024 by Ms. moané
I called but I still haven't received a call back.
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10 Nov, 2023 by Mike raskin
They didn't inform me if they wanted my case or not. In other words they left me hanging/gosted me when they realized they didn't want my case.
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18 Oct, 2024 by Charly ventura
If you have any kind of problem, he is a very good lawyer and his team as well. He helped me in a very complicated situation. Very reliable and dedicated to his clients. Thank you very much The Rutten Law Firm.
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21 Jan, 2024 by Ms. moané
I called but I still haven't received a call back.
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10 Nov, 2023 by Mike raskin
They didn't inform me if they wanted my case or not. In other words they left me hanging/gosted me when they realized they didn't want my case.
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24 Dec, 2024 by Jeffrey marks
Silva was there for me for a family legal matter, which could not have gone better. She made the process easy and understandable. She is a top notch attorney. I didn't have to worry about anything because she took care of it all. I can't recommend her enough.
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07 Oct, 2024 by Gagik khodavirdi (gagas)
While the process of my work was moving forward, the experience felt easy, because it was flawless. I absolutely recommend using the service being provided. Thank you very much Dear Edith 🙏
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29 Aug, 2024 by Danila shapovalov
Edith Nazarian is an exceptional immigration attorney. She was incredibly knowledgeable, very detailed, and truly cared about my case. She explained everything clearly, was always available to help, and worked hard to get the best result. I highly recommend her to anyone who needs help with immigration issues.
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17 Sep, 2024 by Giselle
Wow! The best attorney ever . Simple and easy . My family is so extremely grateful for Ms.White !
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11 Jan, 2021 by Pablo friz
Grace is amazing lawyer and tremendous human being... she help me with my child support situation and she guide me thru the all process.
Thanks!!!!!
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24 May, 2017 by Myriam
Grace White helped me when I needed somebody to solve my problem, she was very professional and very thorough.
Thank you for all your help Grace
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05 Jul, 2022 by Susan
Mr Ring is THE MOST prepared, and detail oriented lawyer out there. He is kind, compassionate, funny and best of all, at the top of his game. Mr. Ring goes into every situation, be it a deposition, negotiation or trial, prepared for all contingencies, and it was amazing how spot on he was in plotting our case. While in the courtroom, we watched as he held the entire jury spellbound by his communication skills and mastery of the law. He is the Vin Scully of attorneys. Bart has been our go-to attorney for over a decade we recommended him with the greatest of confidence.
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18 Mar, 2021 by Phoenix del ray
When a law firm only has a few reviews online and they're mostly bad, take it as a sign to save yourself lots of headaches and avoid them.
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19 Nov, 2015 by Jacques
Bart has been my go-to attorney for legal advice in California. He has always been honest, reliable, professional, and prompt. He has an incredible ability to understand the whole picture as well as find creative solutions to resolve the matter (satisfactorily at the very least) without trial. Bart knows when to stand his ground and when to back down. He does not fight just to fight. If all attorneys had half the skills Bart has, the legal field would not have such a stigma.
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27 Nov, 2024 by James johnson
Alice was very helpful with my probate issue in Los Angeles.
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22 Nov, 2024 by Yvette fernandez-miranda
Although Liberty couldn't take my case because it was for a juvenile, they did pass on some important information for free. I appreciate that.
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10 Sep, 2024 by Martita polanco
I called the law firm and they took care of my case diligently they were concerned and contacted me directly, thank you so much for your help .
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13 Nov, 2024 by Jose luis morales
Muy buenos abogados Hugo de los mejores
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08 Oct, 2024 by Stanley mui
Back in August, I called Goldfarb & Luu to update my revocable trust. I last updated in 2001.
The quote was $1050.00 depending on how much time is spent reviewing it. If a paralegal reviews it. It is $295.00 per hour. If an attorney needs to review it, it is $525.00 per hour.
Annette , Rebecca’s administrative assistant and I agreed on a schedule by phone with a paralegal and Rebecca. Then shortly after, I received an email but the schedule to talk to Michelle/paralegal and Rebecca had completely changed without our prior agreement .She agreed to revert Michelle’s back to the original but was quite adamant not changing Rebecca’s schedule as Rebecca’s schedule was quite full but her schedule wasn’t convenient for me. Nevertheless I consented because I liked to get it moving .
After talking Michelle I wasn’t happy about it . Michelle and I spent 15 minutes , verifying the account numbers of each of my asset account. I felt what she did as a paralegal wasn’t warranted as it was quite clerical and didn’t require a paralegal to ask me if my account numbers as stated were corrected. That phone call and reviewing the existing estate plan costed $206.50 ( 0.7 hours or 42 minutes . My phone record indicates 15 minutes so she used 27 minutes to review my old trust ).
Rebecca reviewed my trust and wrote the following “ Your trust is only 16 pages long and is missing critical sections so unfortunately, we cannot amend it and need to restate it. The most cost efficient option moving forward will be our Comprehensive Estate Planning where you will get all new documents - $5900 “ , to which I replied what “ My trust is a folder that is 3 inches thick. I don’t know what you meant by only 16 pages long. As for $5900.00. According to Google A detail estate planning costs $900 to $5950. Mine is simple. … I have no houses, no exotic cars, no sail boats, nothing physical that I want to give away. I don’t know why it will cost me $5900.00. “. Rebecca didn’t respond to my question . She just replied I need to redo my 5 health directive.
I called 2 attorneys from a list suggested by Fidelity. One quoted $3500 to $5000.00 and another quoted $4000 to $6000 . Both said the price depends on complexity. If I have multiple properties, own business, limited partnership etc, then it will be at the higher end of the range. She said in my case, it would be more toward the lower end of the range or around $3000 , less than half of what G & L wanted .
At that point, I felt that Rebecca’s price is way of line . I got the impression that $1050 is a done deal, a bit more or a bit less. I agreed to move forward after the initial 30 minutes free consultation. Her suggestion of “Comprehensive Estate Planning “ wasn’t warranted because mine is simple. I called Rebecca I am cancelling the next appointment, reminding myself that her rate of $525.00 per hour . I told her I will pick up my trust folder. When I showed up her staff returned my folder , plus a check for $656.50. I paid $1050.00 so her company spent $393.50. The invoice itemized each email and time spent reviewing the old trust. I counted 9 email responses costing $187.00 or $21.00 per email response on the average . So after spending $393.50, I accomplished absolutely nothing.
By chance I found a company called The Document People near Topanga Canyon and Ventura Blvd on Google. I called them. Andrea answered. I also watched their video in preparation for that. The quote was $799 for single. $899 for couple. All I have to do is to setup an appointment, come in and fill out some forms ( to start from scratch ), return to sign some forms . Regardless of complexity, it takes about 1 week. Appointments were readily available. Email and phone responses incur no charges ( as opposed to to G & L where I can be charged for that )
I just got my trust updated for $399.00 last Tuesday. I lost $393.50 . but I saved $5500.00
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16 Sep, 2024 by Simon solis
Son muy amables yo recomiendo los de esta firma gracias
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13 Nov, 2024 by Jose luis morales
Muy buenos abogados Hugo de los mejores
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08 Oct, 2024 by Stanley mui
Back in August, I called Goldfarb & Luu to update my revocable trust. I last updated in 2001.
The quote was $1050.00 depending on how much time is spent reviewing it. If a paralegal reviews it. It is $295.00 per hour. If an attorney needs to review it, it is $525.00 per hour.
Annette , Rebecca’s administrative assistant and I agreed on a schedule by phone with a paralegal and Rebecca. Then shortly after, I received an email but the schedule to talk to Michelle/paralegal and Rebecca had completely changed without our prior agreement .She agreed to revert Michelle’s back to the original but was quite adamant not changing Rebecca’s schedule as Rebecca’s schedule was quite full but her schedule wasn’t convenient for me. Nevertheless I consented because I liked to get it moving .
After talking Michelle I wasn’t happy about it . Michelle and I spent 15 minutes , verifying the account numbers of each of my asset account. I felt what she did as a paralegal wasn’t warranted as it was quite clerical and didn’t require a paralegal to ask me if my account numbers as stated were corrected. That phone call and reviewing the existing estate plan costed $206.50 ( 0.7 hours or 42 minutes . My phone record indicates 15 minutes so she used 27 minutes to review my old trust ).
Rebecca reviewed my trust and wrote the following “ Your trust is only 16 pages long and is missing critical sections so unfortunately, we cannot amend it and need to restate it. The most cost efficient option moving forward will be our Comprehensive Estate Planning where you will get all new documents - $5900 “ , to which I replied what “ My trust is a folder that is 3 inches thick. I don’t know what you meant by only 16 pages long. As for $5900.00. According to Google A detail estate planning costs $900 to $5950. Mine is simple. … I have no houses, no exotic cars, no sail boats, nothing physical that I want to give away. I don’t know why it will cost me $5900.00. “. Rebecca didn’t respond to my question . She just replied I need to redo my 5 health directive.
I called 2 attorneys from a list suggested by Fidelity. One quoted $3500 to $5000.00 and another quoted $4000 to $6000 . Both said the price depends on complexity. If I have multiple properties, own business, limited partnership etc, then it will be at the higher end of the range. She said in my case, it would be more toward the lower end of the range or around $3000 , less than half of what G & L wanted .
At that point, I felt that Rebecca’s price is way of line . I got the impression that $1050 is a done deal, a bit more or a bit less. I agreed to move forward after the initial 30 minutes free consultation. Her suggestion of “Comprehensive Estate Planning “ wasn’t warranted because mine is simple. I called Rebecca I am cancelling the next appointment, reminding myself that her rate of $525.00 per hour . I told her I will pick up my trust folder. When I showed up her staff returned my folder , plus a check for $656.50. I paid $1050.00 so her company spent $393.50. The invoice itemized each email and time spent reviewing the old trust. I counted 9 email responses costing $187.00 or $21.00 per email response on the average . So after spending $393.50, I accomplished absolutely nothing.
By chance I found a company called The Document People near Topanga Canyon and Ventura Blvd on Google. I called them. Andrea answered. I also watched their video in preparation for that. The quote was $799 for single. $899 for couple. All I have to do is to setup an appointment, come in and fill out some forms ( to start from scratch ), return to sign some forms . Regardless of complexity, it takes about 1 week. Appointments were readily available. Email and phone responses incur no charges ( as opposed to to G & L where I can be charged for that )
I just got my trust updated for $399.00 last Tuesday. I lost $393.50 . but I saved $5500.00
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16 Sep, 2024 by Simon solis
Son muy amables yo recomiendo los de esta firma gracias
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13 Nov, 2024 by Jose luis morales
Muy buenos abogados Hugo de los mejores
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08 Oct, 2024 by Stanley mui
Back in August, I called Goldfarb & Luu to update my revocable trust. I last updated in 2001.
The quote was $1050.00 depending on how much time is spent reviewing it. If a paralegal reviews it. It is $295.00 per hour. If an attorney needs to review it, it is $525.00 per hour.
Annette , Rebecca’s administrative assistant and I agreed on a schedule by phone with a paralegal and Rebecca. Then shortly after, I received an email but the schedule to talk to Michelle/paralegal and Rebecca had completely changed without our prior agreement .She agreed to revert Michelle’s back to the original but was quite adamant not changing Rebecca’s schedule as Rebecca’s schedule was quite full but her schedule wasn’t convenient for me. Nevertheless I consented because I liked to get it moving .
After talking Michelle I wasn’t happy about it . Michelle and I spent 15 minutes , verifying the account numbers of each of my asset account. I felt what she did as a paralegal wasn’t warranted as it was quite clerical and didn’t require a paralegal to ask me if my account numbers as stated were corrected. That phone call and reviewing the existing estate plan costed $206.50 ( 0.7 hours or 42 minutes . My phone record indicates 15 minutes so she used 27 minutes to review my old trust ).
Rebecca reviewed my trust and wrote the following “ Your trust is only 16 pages long and is missing critical sections so unfortunately, we cannot amend it and need to restate it. The most cost efficient option moving forward will be our Comprehensive Estate Planning where you will get all new documents - $5900 “ , to which I replied what “ My trust is a folder that is 3 inches thick. I don’t know what you meant by only 16 pages long. As for $5900.00. According to Google A detail estate planning costs $900 to $5950. Mine is simple. … I have no houses, no exotic cars, no sail boats, nothing physical that I want to give away. I don’t know why it will cost me $5900.00. “. Rebecca didn’t respond to my question . She just replied I need to redo my 5 health directive.
I called 2 attorneys from a list suggested by Fidelity. One quoted $3500 to $5000.00 and another quoted $4000 to $6000 . Both said the price depends on complexity. If I have multiple properties, own business, limited partnership etc, then it will be at the higher end of the range. She said in my case, it would be more toward the lower end of the range or around $3000 , less than half of what G & L wanted .
At that point, I felt that Rebecca’s price is way of line . I got the impression that $1050 is a done deal, a bit more or a bit less. I agreed to move forward after the initial 30 minutes free consultation. Her suggestion of “Comprehensive Estate Planning “ wasn’t warranted because mine is simple. I called Rebecca I am cancelling the next appointment, reminding myself that her rate of $525.00 per hour . I told her I will pick up my trust folder. When I showed up her staff returned my folder , plus a check for $656.50. I paid $1050.00 so her company spent $393.50. The invoice itemized each email and time spent reviewing the old trust. I counted 9 email responses costing $187.00 or $21.00 per email response on the average . So after spending $393.50, I accomplished absolutely nothing.
By chance I found a company called The Document People near Topanga Canyon and Ventura Blvd on Google. I called them. Andrea answered. I also watched their video in preparation for that. The quote was $799 for single. $899 for couple. All I have to do is to setup an appointment, come in and fill out some forms ( to start from scratch ), return to sign some forms . Regardless of complexity, it takes about 1 week. Appointments were readily available. Email and phone responses incur no charges ( as opposed to to G & L where I can be charged for that )
I just got my trust updated for $399.00 last Tuesday. I lost $393.50 . but I saved $5500.00
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16 Sep, 2024 by Simon solis
Son muy amables yo recomiendo los de esta firma gracias
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13 Nov, 2024 by Jose luis morales
Muy buenos abogados Hugo de los mejores
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08 Oct, 2024 by Stanley mui
Back in August, I called Goldfarb & Luu to update my revocable trust. I last updated in 2001.
The quote was $1050.00 depending on how much time is spent reviewing it. If a paralegal reviews it. It is $295.00 per hour. If an attorney needs to review it, it is $525.00 per hour.
Annette , Rebecca’s administrative assistant and I agreed on a schedule by phone with a paralegal and Rebecca. Then shortly after, I received an email but the schedule to talk to Michelle/paralegal and Rebecca had completely changed without our prior agreement .She agreed to revert Michelle’s back to the original but was quite adamant not changing Rebecca’s schedule as Rebecca’s schedule was quite full but her schedule wasn’t convenient for me. Nevertheless I consented because I liked to get it moving .
After talking Michelle I wasn’t happy about it . Michelle and I spent 15 minutes , verifying the account numbers of each of my asset account. I felt what she did as a paralegal wasn’t warranted as it was quite clerical and didn’t require a paralegal to ask me if my account numbers as stated were corrected. That phone call and reviewing the existing estate plan costed $206.50 ( 0.7 hours or 42 minutes . My phone record indicates 15 minutes so she used 27 minutes to review my old trust ).
Rebecca reviewed my trust and wrote the following “ Your trust is only 16 pages long and is missing critical sections so unfortunately, we cannot amend it and need to restate it. The most cost efficient option moving forward will be our Comprehensive Estate Planning where you will get all new documents - $5900 “ , to which I replied what “ My trust is a folder that is 3 inches thick. I don’t know what you meant by only 16 pages long. As for $5900.00. According to Google A detail estate planning costs $900 to $5950. Mine is simple. … I have no houses, no exotic cars, no sail boats, nothing physical that I want to give away. I don’t know why it will cost me $5900.00. “. Rebecca didn’t respond to my question . She just replied I need to redo my 5 health directive.
I called 2 attorneys from a list suggested by Fidelity. One quoted $3500 to $5000.00 and another quoted $4000 to $6000 . Both said the price depends on complexity. If I have multiple properties, own business, limited partnership etc, then it will be at the higher end of the range. She said in my case, it would be more toward the lower end of the range or around $3000 , less than half of what G & L wanted .
At that point, I felt that Rebecca’s price is way of line . I got the impression that $1050 is a done deal, a bit more or a bit less. I agreed to move forward after the initial 30 minutes free consultation. Her suggestion of “Comprehensive Estate Planning “ wasn’t warranted because mine is simple. I called Rebecca I am cancelling the next appointment, reminding myself that her rate of $525.00 per hour . I told her I will pick up my trust folder. When I showed up her staff returned my folder , plus a check for $656.50. I paid $1050.00 so her company spent $393.50. The invoice itemized each email and time spent reviewing the old trust. I counted 9 email responses costing $187.00 or $21.00 per email response on the average . So after spending $393.50, I accomplished absolutely nothing.
By chance I found a company called The Document People near Topanga Canyon and Ventura Blvd on Google. I called them. Andrea answered. I also watched their video in preparation for that. The quote was $799 for single. $899 for couple. All I have to do is to setup an appointment, come in and fill out some forms ( to start from scratch ), return to sign some forms . Regardless of complexity, it takes about 1 week. Appointments were readily available. Email and phone responses incur no charges ( as opposed to to G & L where I can be charged for that )
I just got my trust updated for $399.00 last Tuesday. I lost $393.50 . but I saved $5500.00
Read more
16 Sep, 2024 by Simon solis
Son muy amables yo recomiendo los de esta firma gracias
Read more
13 Nov, 2024 by Jose luis morales
Muy buenos abogados Hugo de los mejores
Read more
08 Oct, 2024 by Stanley mui
Back in August, I called Goldfarb & Luu to update my revocable trust. I last updated in 2001.
The quote was $1050.00 depending on how much time is spent reviewing it. If a paralegal reviews it. It is $295.00 per hour. If an attorney needs to review it, it is $525.00 per hour.
Annette , Rebecca’s administrative assistant and I agreed on a schedule by phone with a paralegal and Rebecca. Then shortly after, I received an email but the schedule to talk to Michelle/paralegal and Rebecca had completely changed without our prior agreement .She agreed to revert Michelle’s back to the original but was quite adamant not changing Rebecca’s schedule as Rebecca’s schedule was quite full but her schedule wasn’t convenient for me. Nevertheless I consented because I liked to get it moving .
After talking Michelle I wasn’t happy about it . Michelle and I spent 15 minutes , verifying the account numbers of each of my asset account. I felt what she did as a paralegal wasn’t warranted as it was quite clerical and didn’t require a paralegal to ask me if my account numbers as stated were corrected. That phone call and reviewing the existing estate plan costed $206.50 ( 0.7 hours or 42 minutes . My phone record indicates 15 minutes so she used 27 minutes to review my old trust ).
Rebecca reviewed my trust and wrote the following “ Your trust is only 16 pages long and is missing critical sections so unfortunately, we cannot amend it and need to restate it. The most cost efficient option moving forward will be our Comprehensive Estate Planning where you will get all new documents - $5900 “ , to which I replied what “ My trust is a folder that is 3 inches thick. I don’t know what you meant by only 16 pages long. As for $5900.00. According to Google A detail estate planning costs $900 to $5950. Mine is simple. … I have no houses, no exotic cars, no sail boats, nothing physical that I want to give away. I don’t know why it will cost me $5900.00. “. Rebecca didn’t respond to my question . She just replied I need to redo my 5 health directive.
I called 2 attorneys from a list suggested by Fidelity. One quoted $3500 to $5000.00 and another quoted $4000 to $6000 . Both said the price depends on complexity. If I have multiple properties, own business, limited partnership etc, then it will be at the higher end of the range. She said in my case, it would be more toward the lower end of the range or around $3000 , less than half of what G & L wanted .
At that point, I felt that Rebecca’s price is way of line . I got the impression that $1050 is a done deal, a bit more or a bit less. I agreed to move forward after the initial 30 minutes free consultation. Her suggestion of “Comprehensive Estate Planning “ wasn’t warranted because mine is simple. I called Rebecca I am cancelling the next appointment, reminding myself that her rate of $525.00 per hour . I told her I will pick up my trust folder. When I showed up her staff returned my folder , plus a check for $656.50. I paid $1050.00 so her company spent $393.50. The invoice itemized each email and time spent reviewing the old trust. I counted 9 email responses costing $187.00 or $21.00 per email response on the average . So after spending $393.50, I accomplished absolutely nothing.
By chance I found a company called The Document People near Topanga Canyon and Ventura Blvd on Google. I called them. Andrea answered. I also watched their video in preparation for that. The quote was $799 for single. $899 for couple. All I have to do is to setup an appointment, come in and fill out some forms ( to start from scratch ), return to sign some forms . Regardless of complexity, it takes about 1 week. Appointments were readily available. Email and phone responses incur no charges ( as opposed to to G & L where I can be charged for that )
I just got my trust updated for $399.00 last Tuesday. I lost $393.50 . but I saved $5500.00
Read more
16 Sep, 2024 by Simon solis
Son muy amables yo recomiendo los de esta firma gracias
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23 Oct, 2024 by Msoverflo
I am joyful I chose Mr. Marcarian Law Firm to represent my case over the years. I felt encouraged, motivated and fortunate. Even though, there were a lot of twists and turns in my case and difficult times. I always felt reassured that both of my attorneys Mr. Marcarian and Kristina were vey supportive and loyal every step of the way throughout my case. If you are looking for a professional and dedicated attorney, Marcarian Law Firm is an excellent choice!
Ms. Wade ❤️
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12 Jan, 2024 by Twinkle .mrdigito
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04 Jan, 2024 by Marie kinsey
If want to lose your case.. I would highly recommend him.
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22 Jul, 2024 by Kar lop
My mom was involved in a car accident. The Stanley law team helped her all the way through the process. They helped her get a car rental, fixed her car, took care of her treatment and kept her well informed with her case updates. I couldn’t recommend them enough.
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19 Jul, 2024 by Miguel gutierrez
I got into a car accident on Thanksgiving night by a driver speeding over 90 MPH and rear ending me on the freeway and Stanley law took car of everything as soon as I called them. Stanley Law handled everything, with my insurance and the other person’s insurance to make sure I got my car back as soon as possible. David from the firm called me regularly to give me updates on my car in the body shop and the progress of my car and when I would get my car back and what needed to be done to my car. David handled everything with my insurance and making sure they handled everything with my car in the shop. David also helped me in getting me in a rental car when my insurance was telling me I couldn’t get into a car quickly like I needed to commute to work, David handled it all and got me into a rental car as soon as I went back to work.
The case manager Analisse helped me close the case at the end of it all and helped me with my settlement and making sure everything in my case was perfect and I got the most amount for my case based off my insurance.
Stanley law and their associates helped me throughout the whole process during my accident and I never had to worry. They helped me deal with my insurance and the other party’s insurance and everything was handled quickly.
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23 May, 2024 by Gentry stanley
Ryan and his team have helped me though some very difficult circumstances. I was rear-ended and required medical attention. Stanley Law handled my claim, I got a fair settlement and the medical care I needed. Health is wealth. Thank you Stanley Law and thank you Ryan for taking such good care of me when I needed it most.
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22 Jul, 2024 by Kar lop
My mom was involved in a car accident. The Stanley law team helped her all the way through the process. They helped her get a car rental, fixed her car, took care of her treatment and kept her well informed with her case updates. I couldn’t recommend them enough.
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19 Jul, 2024 by Miguel gutierrez
I got into a car accident on Thanksgiving night by a driver speeding over 90 MPH and rear ending me on the freeway and Stanley law took car of everything as soon as I called them. Stanley Law handled everything, with my insurance and the other person’s insurance to make sure I got my car back as soon as possible. David from the firm called me regularly to give me updates on my car in the body shop and the progress of my car and when I would get my car back and what needed to be done to my car. David handled everything with my insurance and making sure they handled everything with my car in the shop. David also helped me in getting me in a rental car when my insurance was telling me I couldn’t get into a car quickly like I needed to commute to work, David handled it all and got me into a rental car as soon as I went back to work.
The case manager Analisse helped me close the case at the end of it all and helped me with my settlement and making sure everything in my case was perfect and I got the most amount for my case based off my insurance.
Stanley law and their associates helped me throughout the whole process during my accident and I never had to worry. They helped me deal with my insurance and the other party’s insurance and everything was handled quickly.
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23 May, 2024 by Gentry stanley
Ryan and his team have helped me though some very difficult circumstances. I was rear-ended and required medical attention. Stanley Law handled my claim, I got a fair settlement and the medical care I needed. Health is wealth. Thank you Stanley Law and thank you Ryan for taking such good care of me when I needed it most.
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22 Jul, 2024 by Kar lop
My mom was involved in a car accident. The Stanley law team helped her all the way through the process. They helped her get a car rental, fixed her car, took care of her treatment and kept her well informed with her case updates. I couldn’t recommend them enough.
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19 Jul, 2024 by Miguel gutierrez
I got into a car accident on Thanksgiving night by a driver speeding over 90 MPH and rear ending me on the freeway and Stanley law took car of everything as soon as I called them. Stanley Law handled everything, with my insurance and the other person’s insurance to make sure I got my car back as soon as possible. David from the firm called me regularly to give me updates on my car in the body shop and the progress of my car and when I would get my car back and what needed to be done to my car. David handled everything with my insurance and making sure they handled everything with my car in the shop. David also helped me in getting me in a rental car when my insurance was telling me I couldn’t get into a car quickly like I needed to commute to work, David handled it all and got me into a rental car as soon as I went back to work.
The case manager Analisse helped me close the case at the end of it all and helped me with my settlement and making sure everything in my case was perfect and I got the most amount for my case based off my insurance.
Stanley law and their associates helped me throughout the whole process during my accident and I never had to worry. They helped me deal with my insurance and the other party’s insurance and everything was handled quickly.
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23 May, 2024 by Gentry stanley
Ryan and his team have helped me though some very difficult circumstances. I was rear-ended and required medical attention. Stanley Law handled my claim, I got a fair settlement and the medical care I needed. Health is wealth. Thank you Stanley Law and thank you Ryan for taking such good care of me when I needed it most.
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22 Jul, 2024 by Kar lop
My mom was involved in a car accident. The Stanley law team helped her all the way through the process. They helped her get a car rental, fixed her car, took care of her treatment and kept her well informed with her case updates. I couldn’t recommend them enough.
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19 Jul, 2024 by Miguel gutierrez
I got into a car accident on Thanksgiving night by a driver speeding over 90 MPH and rear ending me on the freeway and Stanley law took car of everything as soon as I called them. Stanley Law handled everything, with my insurance and the other person’s insurance to make sure I got my car back as soon as possible. David from the firm called me regularly to give me updates on my car in the body shop and the progress of my car and when I would get my car back and what needed to be done to my car. David handled everything with my insurance and making sure they handled everything with my car in the shop. David also helped me in getting me in a rental car when my insurance was telling me I couldn’t get into a car quickly like I needed to commute to work, David handled it all and got me into a rental car as soon as I went back to work.
The case manager Analisse helped me close the case at the end of it all and helped me with my settlement and making sure everything in my case was perfect and I got the most amount for my case based off my insurance.
Stanley law and their associates helped me throughout the whole process during my accident and I never had to worry. They helped me deal with my insurance and the other party’s insurance and everything was handled quickly.
Read more
23 May, 2024 by Gentry stanley
Ryan and his team have helped me though some very difficult circumstances. I was rear-ended and required medical attention. Stanley Law handled my claim, I got a fair settlement and the medical care I needed. Health is wealth. Thank you Stanley Law and thank you Ryan for taking such good care of me when I needed it most.
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22 Jul, 2024 by Kar lop
My mom was involved in a car accident. The Stanley law team helped her all the way through the process. They helped her get a car rental, fixed her car, took care of her treatment and kept her well informed with her case updates. I couldn’t recommend them enough.
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19 Jul, 2024 by Miguel gutierrez
I got into a car accident on Thanksgiving night by a driver speeding over 90 MPH and rear ending me on the freeway and Stanley law took car of everything as soon as I called them. Stanley Law handled everything, with my insurance and the other person’s insurance to make sure I got my car back as soon as possible. David from the firm called me regularly to give me updates on my car in the body shop and the progress of my car and when I would get my car back and what needed to be done to my car. David handled everything with my insurance and making sure they handled everything with my car in the shop. David also helped me in getting me in a rental car when my insurance was telling me I couldn’t get into a car quickly like I needed to commute to work, David handled it all and got me into a rental car as soon as I went back to work.
The case manager Analisse helped me close the case at the end of it all and helped me with my settlement and making sure everything in my case was perfect and I got the most amount for my case based off my insurance.
Stanley law and their associates helped me throughout the whole process during my accident and I never had to worry. They helped me deal with my insurance and the other party’s insurance and everything was handled quickly.
Read more
23 May, 2024 by Gentry stanley
Ryan and his team have helped me though some very difficult circumstances. I was rear-ended and required medical attention. Stanley Law handled my claim, I got a fair settlement and the medical care I needed. Health is wealth. Thank you Stanley Law and thank you Ryan for taking such good care of me when I needed it most.
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