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27 Feb, 2024 by Janet chick
Jim Wald and his associate John Hughes were more than helpful in creating a Trust for my husband and myself during my husband's illness. They were more than professional. They were thoughtful, kind and respectful of our circumstances. They offered information and guidance we would not have had access to if we handled it on our own. At the passing of my husband, they continued to provide guidance making a very difficult time less stressful for me and my family. I am forever grateful for having met them and will continue to seek their help in the future should the need arise. Janet C.
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13 Sep, 2023 by Kimberly williams
Very professional. Very personable. As a team approach, they handled our issues from start to finish, & gave us the best guidance with the upmost of care. They were a blessing to us through our situation!
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05 Aug, 2023 by Chery nicholas
I’ve known Jim Wald for twenty years. I’ve worked with him personally and professionally. He thoroughly and caringly looks out for the best interest of his clients. I never hesitate to refer folk to him. Thank you Jim for your service, expertise and friendship. YCN
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05 Nov, 2020 by Ron
We had an opportunity to sell our home by owner. We were nervous but John Hughes at James G. Wald PC made the transaction seamless. John was professional and timely with all our needs. I would highly recommend John and this firm for any of your legal needs.
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26 Mar, 2020 by Diane o.
Per our first phone conversation, John Hughes, was easy to speak with, very knowledgeable, and extremely informative. By answering my questions and offering me additional information on my situation, John was definitely helpful beyond measure. Speaking with him was truly a positive experience. I hope to work with him further and I would not hesitate to recommend him to friends or family.
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16 Jan, 2020 by Julie
My experience with John was exceptional. He was able to access information and answer questions in real time. Within minutes, he is able to access data on the computer and we didn't have to wait for "research" and incur additional expenses. His sense of humor was appreciated during a stressful time, and he always communicated quickly and effectively. Thanks John, I would use his services in the future if I needed an attorney.
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04 Jan, 2011 by Michael
Jason Hagelthorn helped me with setting up my new business. He took all of the stress out from under me and my partner. Jason was very quick to respond whenever we had to contact him and was always on top of what needed to be done. He secured and negotiated our lease agreement with our landlord and structured our corporation to best suit our business. I have used other attorneys in the past for similar matters and have never been this satisfied with the outcome. It was nice to always know what was going on and have things explained to us in terms that you didn't need to be a lawyer to understand. I cannot express my thanks enough and would recommend Jason Hagelthorn for any legal matter.
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04 Jan, 2011 by Tammy
Was so helpful in answering my questions in a quick timely fashion. If he was in the area I needed help in I would hire him.
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04 Jan, 2011 by Nicole
I used Mr. Hagelthorns services for a child custody matter, and was very pleased for everthing he did to help me. I would highly recemond him. I am very greatful for all he has done for my family and myself.
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07 Nov, 2012 by Dirk
Suzanne helped me negotiate a very fair and equitable arrangement with a loan agreement.
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31 Oct, 2012 by Eric
Ms. Wasner is an excellent, knowledgeable, very trustworthy legal advocate. She is direct and explains everything in very straightforward, non-"legalspeak" language the consequences of each potential course of action. I would highly recommend her legal services, especially for contract reviews and negotiations.
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03 Sep, 2010 by Peter
I have referred may clients to David Schoolcraft for additional counseling on complex legal business matters in both Federal and State venues. He is a thorough and highly effective litigator, negotiator and Counselor. He is regularly available, prompt to respond and dependable.
I would not hesitate to recommend his legal services, especially in the areas of bankruptcy, business law, estate planning and general civil litigation.
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12 Oct, 2011 by Scott k
Andy handled my bankruptcy case and I could not have been happier with the work that he did. He was totally informative of every step of the process and he made it as painless as possible. His knowledge was second to none. I have and will continue to recommend Andy because he is an excellent young lawyer. I am just disappointed that he moved from Plymouth to Brighton but I wish him well with his new paractice.
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27 Jun, 2024 by Edward bielaska
Christopher was fantastic. Help me answer a lot of questions
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23 Feb, 2024 by Kathy stark
Outstanding advice and delivery, I highly recommend their services for elder law, trusts, etc!
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22 Dec, 2023 by Gregory karpicke
Chris Lindsay was very thorough and made sure we understood the work they did for us putting together estate planning documents. Chris as recommended to us and we highly recommend him as well.
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13 Sep, 2024 by Dave leland
My wife and I had some legal documents drawn up and Mr. Schaller took care of our needs.
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26 Jul, 2024 by Vi kellersohn
Mitchell was simply the perfect lawyer for our family. He came into a difficult situation last minute on a delicate divorce case, quickly addressed all the legal matters needed. Within a week he had us on a fast track to results. His honesty, candor, and compassion made a tough situation easy. A lawyer with integrity and talent. Highly recommend his work!
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15 Jun, 2024 by Sarah m
Mitch’s knowledge and experience were invaluable during my divorce process. Would recommend to anyone without hesitation.
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27 Jun, 2024 by Edward bielaska
Christopher was fantastic. Help me answer a lot of questions
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23 Feb, 2024 by Kathy stark
Outstanding advice and delivery, I highly recommend their services for elder law, trusts, etc!
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22 Dec, 2023 by Gregory karpicke
Chris Lindsay was very thorough and made sure we understood the work they did for us putting together estate planning documents. Chris as recommended to us and we highly recommend him as well.
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03 May, 2024 by Topten king
An engineering approach to law! Matt focused on the problem and and what my goals were. I can't say everyone will get everything they want but with Matt it's possible. I really feel like we worked together as a team. I was able to give him a lot of personal information that helped us formulate a strategy accordingly. He also drafted my settlement agreement overnight! He knew she could change her mind in an instant but I was still shocked to find a draft in my email by 3 am. He's engineered his office to be really efficient. Everything felt like it had a schedule and a process and he just always knew exactly what he was doing. Most importantly all parties remained professional and with integrity and we worked it out amicably. Five starts is not enough!
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07 Aug, 2023 by Jerry weyand
Outstanding service with our legal issues surrounding the updating of our will and appropriate attachments. Have worked with Matt for 7 years on custody and other important issues. Exceedingly personable and focused on the client needs.
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21 Oct, 2022 by Jeff petack
My wife and I reached out to Matt regarding a relatively simple legal matter that should have been easily resolved without a lawsuit. However we had to go down that route which continued to be drawn out due to an extremely irrational and difficult defendant. The case was finally settled to our satisfaction, and we could not speak more highly of Matt throughout the process. He was highly professional, dedicated, responsive, knowledgeable, and navigated our case to resolution skillfully. Matt is also an entertaining and great guy to talk to! We would highly recommend him for anyone's legal needs.
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28 Aug, 2024 by Darrin walters
Came to John from a Google search, with a desperate tax situation from a divorce almost 10 years ago. John took charge and negotiated with the IRS for me, and championed me out of a desperate situation that had me considering bankruptcy. I can't express the gratitude I have for his assistance and professionalism through the ordeal. I 100% recommend his services. For your usual tax preparation, to a complex matter like I faced, John is the man to see.
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24 Aug, 2024 by M trask
Mr Harrington helped me take care of a tax matter that had been worrying me very much. He knew exactly how to handle the situation, and was always available to answer questions and address my concerns. Highly recommended!
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19 Aug, 2024 by Matt olson
Ms Couling represented my ex-wife in our divorce, and crucially, in multiple post-divorce motions.
As other reviews will likely attest, Ms Couling was competent at filing routine paperwork, and the judgement was entered in August 2023, finalizing our divorce. Things went off the rails later that year with two post-divorce motions. Both were insane. I can't hold Ms Couling responsible for the first, which was filed by my ex-wife, though she was represented by Ms Couling in court.
The second motion, however; was filed by Ms Couling. After my ex-wife attempted to kidnap one of our sons from my home, during my parenting time, and clearly without my consent, they filed a motion over his custody, making wild and unsupported claims, and citing FOUR TIMES a clause of our judgement that DOES NOT EXIST. For this, there is no excuse. I believe that Ms Couling had written most of that document, and CLEARLY should have known better.
The cases were weak to begin with, but Ms Couling is not a very strong litigator, which didn't help. In the end, both motions were denied, except that we were ordered to exchange kids at a third location. In this way, my ex wife can be prosecuted for trespassing should she return to my home.
But that decision came only after months of hearings and thousands of dollars in legal fees. I feel that Ms Couling had an obligation to discourage such nonsense.
If you don't care about outcomes and just want an unscrupulous attorney to help harass your ex, then hire Ms Couling. She'll do it. If you want solid legal advice, perhaps you should look elsewhere.
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18 Oct, 2022 by Aimee masters
Can not say enough good things about this office! Scott Brock was responsive, polite, and very informative. If you are looking for legal counsel regarding any of their areas of expertise they should be your first phone call!!!
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24 Jul, 2022 by Rachele evers
Hands down the best Real Estate Attorneys in the area. I regularly recommend them to clients and use them myself. They will help you understand the law, your rights, and navigating toward your desired outcome. Real estate laws can be tricky and Cooper and Riesterer how to navigate them.
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23 Sep, 2021 by Patti dawes
We have all of our "ducks in a row" now thanks to Nawrocki Center. They helped us decide how to lay out our legacy. They help alleviate financial surprises of the aging process on this side of heaven. Ruxandra was so knowledgeable in explaining the process, and helped us every step of the way. We have finished binder explaining all of our wishes, and peace of mind.
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18 Oct, 2022 by Aimee masters
Can not say enough good things about this office! Scott Brock was responsive, polite, and very informative. If you are looking for legal counsel regarding any of their areas of expertise they should be your first phone call!!!
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24 Jul, 2022 by Rachele evers
Hands down the best Real Estate Attorneys in the area. I regularly recommend them to clients and use them myself. They will help you understand the law, your rights, and navigating toward your desired outcome. Real estate laws can be tricky and Cooper and Riesterer how to navigate them.
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23 Sep, 2021 by Patti dawes
We have all of our "ducks in a row" now thanks to Nawrocki Center. They helped us decide how to lay out our legacy. They help alleviate financial surprises of the aging process on this side of heaven. Ruxandra was so knowledgeable in explaining the process, and helped us every step of the way. We have finished binder explaining all of our wishes, and peace of mind.
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18 Oct, 2022 by Aimee masters
Can not say enough good things about this office! Scott Brock was responsive, polite, and very informative. If you are looking for legal counsel regarding any of their areas of expertise they should be your first phone call!!!
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24 Jul, 2022 by Rachele evers
Hands down the best Real Estate Attorneys in the area. I regularly recommend them to clients and use them myself. They will help you understand the law, your rights, and navigating toward your desired outcome. Real estate laws can be tricky and Cooper and Riesterer how to navigate them.
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23 Sep, 2021 by Patti dawes
We have all of our "ducks in a row" now thanks to Nawrocki Center. They helped us decide how to lay out our legacy. They help alleviate financial surprises of the aging process on this side of heaven. Ruxandra was so knowledgeable in explaining the process, and helped us every step of the way. We have finished binder explaining all of our wishes, and peace of mind.
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17 Jul, 2023 by Thomas
Bob rendered high quality legal representation for me regarding some important litigation work. I would recommend him to family, friends and or acquaintances.
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01 Sep, 2021 by Bob
Lots of good information and lots of advise.
Would highly recommend hiring Bob!!
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20 Jul, 2021 by Elaine
Bob helped me avoid litigation. He worked with great integrity and professionalism. He really cares to help.
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06 Dec, 2023 by Jim fera
Very caring and knowledgeable. Hw is a great person to have in your corner.
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31 Mar, 2022 by Rach k
Super helpful and knows his stuff. Truly caring individual and knowledgeable about family probate.
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05 Mar, 2022 by Amy newman
Hands down the very best from the beginning of the process! Mr. Cassar is very informative and is great at explaining everything to you and how it's going to work. He immediately calms your nerves!!
He's an absolute amazing attorney and I definitely recommend him 5 stars across the board!
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06 Dec, 2023 by Jim fera
Very caring and knowledgeable. Hw is a great person to have in your corner.
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31 Mar, 2022 by Rach k
Super helpful and knows his stuff. Truly caring individual and knowledgeable about family probate.
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05 Mar, 2022 by Amy newman
Hands down the very best from the beginning of the process! Mr. Cassar is very informative and is great at explaining everything to you and how it's going to work. He immediately calms your nerves!!
He's an absolute amazing attorney and I definitely recommend him 5 stars across the board!
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20 May, 2021 by Anonymous
I hired Mr. Johnson to respond to a motion filed by my ex-husband. Mr. Johnson accepted my retainer check but never responded to the motion. I tried to contact him on numerous occasions, but the hearing date came and went without response, and the court decided the motion against me because Mr. Johnson never filed an appearance or an answer.
Mr. Johnson finally contacted me to indicate he was going through many personal issues and begged me not to file a complaint with the ethics board that I had suggested to him I was prepared to do.
He eventually refunded my retainer fee for not filing the complaint, but I still need to find an attorney not self-absorbed with personal issues to try and undo this mess.
I'd avoid Mr. Johnson until he gets his own house in order.
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05 Sep, 2019 by Matthew
Ahhh... Where to begin. I guess my experience utilizing this attorney could be summarized as being nonexistant. I hired him for a custody case and wound up not seeing my son for 6 months, not being able to contact Dave or get him to return calls even leaving 7 consecutive messages one day. Simply, this dude sucks at his job. Period. Find someone else
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26 Jan, 2016 by Cheryl
Mr. Johnson represented our homeowners association in an access related lawsuit initiated by a local developer. We provided a great deal of background information - some of it going back 50 years. He quickly evaluated this abundant information, determined what was most important and effectively used it in his legal documents that were filed with the court.
Since he was working with an association, all of the meetings involved multiples leaders/participants. Mr. Johnson was accommodating of the multiple schedules involved, and we were always able to find a meeting time that would allow all interested parties to attend. In addition, during these meetings, he solicited our input on many issues. He always listened patiently in an effort to provide a better defense.
In the end, the plaintiff voluntarily dismissed the lawsuit. Not only did the case get dismissed, we were able to recoup our attorney’s fees from the plaintiff by court order. We attribute the successful outcome to Mr. Johnson's exceptional efforts and real estate knowledge.
We would not hesitate to hire him again should issues arise within our association that require legal support.
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What a Business Lawyer Can Do for You
A business lawyer provides critical legal guidance and support to entrepreneurs, startups, and established businesses. Whether you are forming a new company, drafting contracts, or navigating complex regulations, a business attorney ensures you are legally protected and operating within the law. They can also help prevent legal disputes or represent you in negotiations, transactions, or lawsuits that arise during the course of business operations.
Business lawyers have expertise in areas such as business formation, contract law, intellectual property, employment law, mergers and acquisitions, and corporate governance. They ensure that your business is compliant with relevant laws and help mitigate risks that could threaten your company's success.
When Should I Hire a Business Lawyer?
Hiring a business lawyer is essential at various stages of business development, including:
- Forming a business: When deciding on the best structure for your company (LLC, corporation, partnership, etc.), a lawyer can guide you through the registration and compliance process.
- Drafting contracts: If you need contracts for employees, partners, suppliers, or clients, a lawyer ensures these documents are legally sound and in your best interest.
- Mergers, acquisitions, or dissolutions: If you are buying, selling, or dissolving a company, legal counsel is critical to avoid costly mistakes.
- Compliance and regulatory issues: A lawyer can help navigate complex regulations, particularly in industries like healthcare, finance, or tech.
- Resolving disputes: Whether it's contract disagreements, intellectual property infringement, or employment issues, a business lawyer helps mediate, negotiate, or litigate on your behalf.
What Does a Business Lawyer Do?
Business lawyers provide a wide range of services that cater to different legal needs of a business. They can:
- Help you choose the best legal structure for your business.
- Draft, review, and negotiate contracts with employees, suppliers, customers, or business partners.
- Ensure regulatory compliance with local, state, and federal laws.
- Advise on tax strategies to minimize your business's tax burden.
- Assist with intellectual property protection, such as trademarks, patents, and copyrights.
- Handle mergers, acquisitions, and business sales, ensuring all legal paperwork is in order.
- Resolve disputes through negotiation, arbitration, or litigation.
How Are Business Lawyers Paid?
Business lawyers typically charge either by the hour or on a flat-fee basis, depending on the complexity of the work. Common payment structures include:
- Hourly rates: The lawyer charges based on the time spent working on your case. Rates vary depending on the lawyer's experience and location.
- Flat fees: For certain tasks, such as incorporating a business or drafting a standard contract, a lawyer may offer a flat fee.
- Retainer: Some businesses may hire a lawyer on retainer, paying a fixed amount each month to have ongoing access to legal services.
The payment structure is often discussed during an initial consultation so you can choose the one that best suits your business needs and budget.
How Much Does a Business Lawyer Cost?
The cost of hiring a business lawyer depends on factors such as:
- The complexity of the legal issue: More complex matters, like mergers or intellectual property disputes, typically cost more than routine tasks like contract drafting.
- The lawyer's experience and location: More experienced lawyers or those in larger cities often charge higher fees.
- The nature of the billing arrangement: Hourly rates can range from $150 to $1,000 or more, depending on the lawyer's expertise. Flat fees are usually available for simpler matters like forming an LLC or drafting a standard contract.
It's essential to discuss fee structures upfront to avoid surprises.
Top Questions to Ask a Business Lawyer
Before hiring a business lawyer, ask the following questions during your consultation:
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What is your experience with businesses like mine?
Find out if the lawyer has handled legal issues for companies in your industry. -
What services do you offer?
Ensure the lawyer can meet all your business's legal needs, from contract drafting to dispute resolution. -
What are your fees, and how do you bill?
Get clarity on how you'll be charged - whether by the hour, flat fee, or retainer. -
How do you handle conflicts of interest?
Ask how the lawyer ensures there is no conflict in representing your business. -
Can you provide references from other business clients?
Speaking with past clients will give you an idea of the lawyer's expertise and professionalism. -
Do you have experience in my specific industry?
Industry-specific knowledge can be crucial, especially in highly regulated fields like healthcare or finance.
How to Check the Credibility of a Business Lawyer
To ensure you're hiring a reputable business lawyer:
- Check state bar association records: Verify that the lawyer is in good standing and has no disciplinary actions against them.
- Look for client reviews or testimonials: Online reviews, testimonials, or word of mouth from other business owners can provide insight into the lawyer's reliability and effectiveness.
- Ask for references: A credible lawyer should have satisfied clients who can vouch for their services.
- Check professional memberships: Membership in respected legal organizations (such as the American Bar Association or a local business lawyer association) can signal credibility.
- Review their website and professional profile: A well-established lawyer typically has a professional website showcasing their areas of expertise, credentials, and case success.
What Should I Prepare for My First Consultation?
To make the most out of your first consultation with a business lawyer, prepare the following:
- A description of your business and its structure: This will help the lawyer understand your legal needs.
- Any current contracts or agreements: If you're seeking contract advice, bring copies of existing contracts.
- A list of legal issues or concerns: Be ready to discuss any potential legal challenges, such as regulatory compliance, disputes, or transactions.
- Financial documents: If applicable, bring financial records related to the legal matter you're seeking help with.
- Questions about fees and billing: Ensure you understand the lawyer’s payment structure and fees upfront.
By preparing these materials, you can ensure that your first meeting with a business lawyer is productive and informative.
