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27 Aug, 2024 by Cathe caraway
Daniel McGowan is exactly the attorney you need when a loved one dies without a will (intestate). I found Dan because of his good reviews and I was very pleased. He is very professional, effective, and responsive. He got the job done and saved me thousands will his smart strategies. I would recommend him to anyone. Thank you so much Dan!
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22 Aug, 2024 by Patricia durius
I reached out to the Law Offices of Daniel McGowan regarding a probate matter. I was able to speak directly with the Attorney who patiently and attentively listened to my concerns and really helped me out and eased me mind during a stressful time. I would very much recommend this firm.
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06 Aug, 2024 by Alicia zion
Highly Recommend Nick, he is absolutely outstanding and a pleasure to do business with. Handled my unique case and won! Surely one of Cleveland's best Attorneys at Law!!
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06 Sep, 2023 by Sherrie wallace
Jon Ginter is an excellent attorney. He is knowledgeable and professional. Jon Ginter will guide you through the process from beginning to end. Jon allows the client to feel at ease because he stays in contact with the client and answers any and all questions. I highly recommend Attorney Jon Ginter.
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11 Mar, 2024 by Sylvia
Brenden is exceptional. During our initial consultation regarding a real estate matter, he was transparent and candid about my likelihood of winning a lawsuit (which was low) and advised exploring alternative options. He invested time in locating an attorney specializing in land use and zoning for me. Brenden was not only great to talk to, but also extremely knowledgeable, and I highly endorse him. Thanks a lot for your help!
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28 Dec, 2023 by Joey
Working with Brenden Kelley on my oil and gas lease was a fantastic experience. He explained everything clearly, added crucial protections to the contract, and helped to secure a great lease rate. I wholeheartedly recommend Brenden to anyone in need of legal representation, especially in oil and gas lease agreements. His commitment to his clients' best interests is clearly evident, and I have no doubt that he will continue to provide exceptional service to others.
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06 Sep, 2023 by Francisco juarez
01 Oct, 2020 by Brian sigmon
01 Oct, 2020 by Branton blount
Paul and Adam have assisted us with all our real estate investment needs, to include entity creation, placement memorandums, and SEC compliance. They also make themselves available for advice, as well as all-round great guys. Highly recommend!
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30 Sep, 2020 by Scott burford
18 Sep, 2024 by Susan mcnealis
Jeff and team were exceedingly thorough. Jeff explained difficult concepts so that my wife and I could understand them without having a legal education. I was amazed at the time he spent with us answering our questions. He created a fairly complex will and trust for us quickly and at a surprisingly low cost. Jennifer (paralegal) spent hours with us, arranging documents, making requested changes and walking us through the trust “funding” and execution process. Jennifer was also very patient and extremely friendly. My wife and I would wholeheartedly recommend Jeffrey Berenholz to anyone.
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13 Sep, 2024 by Grant may
Great experience! Jennifer puts in extra work to make sure everything is how you want it.
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29 Aug, 2024 by Sharon kennedy
Excellent service and patience throughout the process. Made me very comfortable and confident in the estate I have.. The entire team was excellent and provided quick follow-up.
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19 Apr, 2023 by Karen montgomery
Cuddy Law firm will fight for your child/ children's rights to quality education. My children are becoming success stories and reaching milestones once thought unattainable. All this is thanks to Cuddy Law Firm's experienced and caring Lawyers and staff.
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03 Aug, 2022 by Majid ameri
We had a great experience with Cuddy Law Firm and I highly recommend them to parents and guardians who have a special needs loved one. Sandee Winkelman is a brilliant woman who took care of our case and apprised us of our rights. She is a National Heroine who not only knows but feels the families’
challenges and concerns that some time are neglected by schools.
Sandee is an exceptional, knowledgeable and hard working advocate who fights relentlessly in favor of your loved ones. Sandee Winkelman and the Cuddy Law Firm are contact points that every family with special needs children have to contact to put educational needs of their children on the right track.
My last word to Sandee: You are a great and kind Mom.
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27 Apr, 2022 by Wendy taggart
The moment you have a gut feeling that something with your special needs child's education or setting isn’t settling right with you.!!! I encourage every parent to follow your gut and your heart.!! Pick up the phone and dial Cuddy Law Firm. You’ll be surprised how your gut and your heart speaks volumes to you.!! Please don’t let the word Lawyer scare you because of financial questions your beating around in your head.!! They WILL work with you and you’ll be very surprised.!! I honestly want anyone who reads this review to know I’ve been there right where you are in this moment.!! Please know once you call Cuddy Law Firm you will be heard and things WILL get better for your child.!! They work as a TEAM and TEAM work makes dreams work.!!! I can’t Thank them enough and I can’t express enough how they truly have the most genuine souls.!! Let them take the wheel.!! Bless you all on your journey
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19 Apr, 2023 by Karen montgomery
Cuddy Law firm will fight for your child/ children's rights to quality education. My children are becoming success stories and reaching milestones once thought unattainable. All this is thanks to Cuddy Law Firm's experienced and caring Lawyers and staff.
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03 Aug, 2022 by Majid ameri
We had a great experience with Cuddy Law Firm and I highly recommend them to parents and guardians who have a special needs loved one. Sandee Winkelman is a brilliant woman who took care of our case and apprised us of our rights. She is a National Heroine who not only knows but feels the families’
challenges and concerns that some time are neglected by schools.
Sandee is an exceptional, knowledgeable and hard working advocate who fights relentlessly in favor of your loved ones. Sandee Winkelman and the Cuddy Law Firm are contact points that every family with special needs children have to contact to put educational needs of their children on the right track.
My last word to Sandee: You are a great and kind Mom.
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27 Apr, 2022 by Wendy taggart
The moment you have a gut feeling that something with your special needs child's education or setting isn’t settling right with you.!!! I encourage every parent to follow your gut and your heart.!! Pick up the phone and dial Cuddy Law Firm. You’ll be surprised how your gut and your heart speaks volumes to you.!! Please don’t let the word Lawyer scare you because of financial questions your beating around in your head.!! They WILL work with you and you’ll be very surprised.!! I honestly want anyone who reads this review to know I’ve been there right where you are in this moment.!! Please know once you call Cuddy Law Firm you will be heard and things WILL get better for your child.!! They work as a TEAM and TEAM work makes dreams work.!!! I can’t Thank them enough and I can’t express enough how they truly have the most genuine souls.!! Let them take the wheel.!! Bless you all on your journey
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07 Nov, 2022 by Steve
From our first meeting, Attorney Ali Arko provided keen ears, and a calming voice to bring a clear sense of the law to our conversation. Highly recommended by another attorney, I found Ali to be extremely well versed in the law and pragmatic in her approach to obtaining justice for our son in an awkward situation that was initially impenetrable for us. Ali made sense of current laws, their implications, and used her considerable experience to focus and guide our interventions. Ali readily sought and obtained consultations with her experienced KJK colleagues, organized conference calls as needed, and consistently provided clear updates. Ali is masterful communicator, honest, caring and keyed into the intricate implications of social media. In the end, Ali helped us obtain a favorable outcome, allowing us to achieve peace, was efficient with our retainer, and timeless in her advocacy. I would consult Ali Arko again in a heartbeat.
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02 Sep, 2022 by Anonymous
I am so thankful I was able to locate and retain Ali. I needed assistance with online defamation affecting my professional reputation and impacting my employment. Working with Ali I got actual results, not just bills for strongly worded emails that went nowhere.
Ali and her team helped navigate this unfortunately grey area of the law and was able to achieve takedown results assisting with my case. Each step of the way Ali provided clear direction and updates as she managed what was achievable.
Ali was also able to recommend strategies for combatting online defamation with reputation firms that continue to assist and suppress negative postings impacting my reputation and employability.
For anyone currently dealing with online defamation you have my empathy and strongest possible recommendation to work with Ali to resolve your matter.
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29 Aug, 2022 by Bernard
To say Ali and her team were great is an understatement. I was involved in a legal matter that required out-of-the-box thinking and being on top of the legal game.
Ali clearly showed this in handling my case. She was intelligent, hard-driving, and very communicative in all aspects of what happened to me.
Do I recommend using this fantastic person and her team? Absolutely!
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02 Jul, 2024 by Brad wolfe
I had the pleasure of working with Attorney Nick Froning, and I can't recommend him highly enough. Nick was incredibly timely, professional, and immensely helpful. His expertise and dedication were evident throughout the entire process, and he consistently provided clear and thoughtful guidance.
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02 Jun, 2023 by @attymorgancaruso
Nick Froning represented me in an ultimately dismissed grievance that went on nearly 2 years. He is persistent and relentless, yet also incredibly calming and assertive. He is an excellent writer and has the ability to truly appreciate legal scenarios of which he was initially not involved in. I feel extremely confident with him in my corner and know he has me and my law firm’s best interest at the forefront of his hard work, determination, and great advice. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for all your efforts, Nick!
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16 Dec, 2021 by Alexander
It is difficult to find a lawyer that specializes in character fitness or board issues. Nicholas not only handles these specialized types of cases but does so in a manner that goes above and beyond what you would expect from normal representation. Nicholas is a diamond in the rough of the legal profession and will absolutely do what needs to be done to advocate for you.
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25 Jul, 2024 by Lynne szabo
My experience with this amazing Attorney was very satisfactory in many ways. Mr. Nadas helped me through a very difficult court situation by keeping me informed , and always available for consultations involving my case. His knowledge of the laws exceeded all of my expectations of confidence of his abilities going above and beyond to help me through this ordeal. If anyone is seeking for an attorney that has integrity and the ability to take action I recommend contacting this attorney. I am forever grateful for everything he accomplished .
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08 Jun, 2024 by Caroline horey
Nadas Law walked me through my estate planning with care and patience. We determined for my situation a trust was my best option along with the will and healthcare power of attorney. I feel greatful to have this in place and have less stress in the event I am incapacitated.
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17 Apr, 2024 by Paul paterson
We really had no clue what to do when my mom passed away and left no will. Turns out it was a bit of a nightmare. It was a tremendous relief that we could have someone we could trust to walk us through everything and get it sorted.
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31 Jul, 2024 by Diamond king (dime)
Susan is the best hands down 🐐, she definitely goes above&beyond for her clients. She made me feel comfortable & from the start I trusted everything she was doing & I would highly recommend her to anyone. She has a great sense of humor & she will forever leave a mark on me, I appreciate her so much for what she has done for me & my family & I have nothing but good to say about her.🤍
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08 Nov, 2023 by Mitchellt townsend
Best outcome possible couldn't asked for a better lawyer
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04 Oct, 2022 by Solomon kiflu
Susan Moran is the best representation you can find. I fired my lawyer in Erie county and hired Susan Moran because I found her case work on a web search. The results were AMAZING.
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01 Oct, 2020 by Brian sigmon
01 Oct, 2020 by Branton blount
Paul and Adam have assisted us with all our real estate investment needs, to include entity creation, placement memorandums, and SEC compliance. They also make themselves available for advice, as well as all-round great guys. Highly recommend!
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30 Sep, 2020 by Scott burford
26 Mar, 2020 by Carl
Ziad is the zenith of reliability. His professionalism and focus, not just on serving his client, but on performing his services with ethical precision, surpass most other attorneys in the private sector. I have had the privilege to work with Ziad, both as a professional colleague and in an attorney-client role, and I can vouch for anyone seeking to retain him as his or her legal counsel. You will not be disappointed with your decision.
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28 Jan, 2020 by Elizabeth
We hired Ziad to help us with a situation we were in with new builders. He was absolutely amazing and we highly recommend! He answered all my questions and put me at ease when I was so stressed out about our situation. In the end, we won our case and were able to get our deposit back. 5-stars from us!
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30 May, 2019 by Tabitha
Attorney Ziad Tayeh has represented me on more than one case, he is very professional, articulate, and aggressive in achieving the best outcome for his clients. He was fully prepared for my case with very little notice, and was able to get all parties to agree on the end result that we wanted. Don’t settle for less, he’s the best attorney!
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05 Apr, 2024 by Sandy genovese
Mark was my attorney and did an amazing job was quick and efficient professional responded quickly and got the job done. I recommend him to everybody thank you
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04 Jan, 2024 by Alejandro canas
What an awesome attorney. Very efficient and knowledgeable. Thank you!
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04 Jan, 2024 by Freida wolfe
Attorney Turner is very professional. He doesn’t drag his feet he gets the work done and takes care of business correctly. I would recommend him to anyone who needs efficiency and want the right person to fight for them and win.
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13 Jul, 2016 by Robert
Alvand Mokhtari is a very personable, knowledgeable, confident, well organized and trustworthy lawyer. He represented me in two cases and was just spectacular in every way possible from start to finish. I have also consulted him on almost a dozen other matters in regards to my business. We did go to trial on one occasion and he was absolutely confident and comforting with top results. His composure, interactions and conversations were very professional. There is absolutely no way I would hire anyone else but him to represent me in any matter!
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08 Jul, 2016 by Galina
Al has been great to work with. Throughout my case, he was always very quick to respond, made himself available during times that most would consider after hours and was always patient in explaining the status, details and developments of my case. Mr. Mokhtari did everything in his power to ensure this process had truly been as smooth and comfortable as possible. Every step along the way, I was kept informed of the progress. I sincerely appreciate all of the help and professionalism. I will refer my family and friends to you only, and thank you again for the remarkable job.
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06 Jul, 2016 by Tiffany
As a young business owner, I found myself needing to sue a former client for work rendered that went unpaid. Al was successful in his approach and explanation of all legal issues; thus, I was rewarded with judgement against the defendant. Al always made himself available for questions & concerns regarding the case, as well. He is truly a stand-up guy and attorney... My go to for all legal questions and issues. Highly recommended!
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30 Apr, 2018 by Jennifer
Jordan is wonderful at what he does. He helped me in my personal injury case. he was up front, always could get hold of him, respectful and knows what he is doing. I would recommend him and his team to anyone hurt in an accident. Thank you Jordan!
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02 Sep, 2016 by Anonymous
Jordan makes the whole process very easy. He can answer any and all your questions . He's very professional and handles the entire situation. This is the second time I have use him and have referred him to multiple people.
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03 May, 2016 by Tt
Jordan was always hands on with the case. He fought hard for what I deserved and kept me in the loop with everything going on. His case manger was excellent. She always stayed in touch with me to check on my status.
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22 Nov, 2019 by Shawn
I did some research to find the best business attorney in the area and Brian Mulhall was rated the best. He did more than an OUTSTANDING Job!!!! I had a Very complex business dispute which most attorneys couldn't even wrap their heads around. Not only did he completely understand my case and all the business law surrounding it, but he got me the best possible outcome. I can't recommend someone higher than Mr. Mulhall!!
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28 Apr, 2019 by Renee
Saved me $12,500.00 Headache, won my case. Thank you Brian Mulhall
Live in Columbus Brian won my case without me going to Cleveland Ohio. Hands down #A+
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17 Mar, 2018 by Ruby
Brian Mulhall is my new attorney for life. I found him on Avvo and am so glad I did. He went above and beyond my expectations and will be attorney for any of my legal needs in the future. He is caring, reliable, trustworthy and very professional. He has a passion for his clients and for the law and that reflects in the care that I got. I thank him for all of his hard work and dedication.
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29 Jun, 2018 by Holly
I had the pleasure of working with Russell Moorhead last year on a probate and paternity case. I noticed Russell also specialized in real estate, so I figured it would be a good idea to hire him again. Mr. Moorehead is an intelligent, experienced and talented lawyer who also possesses the emotional intelligence to expertly handle clients and everyone else in the courtroom. I was fortunate to have him in court with me for a real estate deal case. Many times, you think you know what the outcome of a court case will or should be based on your own past experience or what you read online. Unfortunately, that just isn't true. You need a lawyer like Russell who understands how the evidence will be evaluated and how the judge and opposing attorneys will react. That's exactly what happened with my case. Russell knew right away what the best possible outcome for me would be. He explained how much we should ask for in the settlement, why and what to expect. As I watched the case unfold, I saw how right he was. Without him, I would have blown the entire case and received nothing. If you want an empathetic, knowledgeable lawyer who is also an ace in the courtroom, I fully recommend Russel Moorehead.
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28 Jun, 2018 by Vaughn
Ministers say only God can judge you.
Administers say go to court for review.
Let me give you an accounting report.
Met with R. Moorehead who understands "tort."
Rising confidence after first meeting.
Modernizing American greeting.
New lawyer for war by attrition
To reconnoitre your position.
Whose fee re-invests in you like tithing.
Cues financial stability rising,
Leaving worries behind you, so nod.
Retreiving faith, peace, glory to God!
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13 Feb, 2018 by Anonymous
Mr. Moorhead answered all my questions completely and also gave me some excellent business advice.
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15 Feb, 2020 by Seku
Martin Bielat is reliable, punctual, quick, and very thorough. He is very easy to work with and a solid attorney. I would hire him again to do work for my firm. He stands out in a very crowded industry.
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14 Feb, 2020 by Anonymous
Martin took our case seriously and responded quickly anytime we had questions or concerns. I was impressed with how quickly and competently he responded to evidence presented by the defendant when we were in court. He worked hard on our case, and I believe he did a great job.
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26 Nov, 2019 by Monica
Marin Bielat was amazingly instrumental in the distribution of property after my separation. He was easy to talk to and made time for me without making me feel rushed or pressured. We eventually were able to reach an agreement outside of the court room thanks to all his efforts. He really takes the time to put clients first.
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10 Oct, 2015 by Isaac
Elena was extremely helpful and nice to work with. She was able to help me in something that I think others would have turned away or approach Ina different way. I would recommend her to anyone.
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30 Jul, 2015 by Kurt
I have know Elena professionally for over two years and have seen her in action. I would feel very confident in using Elena in any criminal defense or immigration situation. She is professional, punctual, fair, and takes the time to explain difficult legal concepts so that you have a full understanding of what is going on throughout the entire legal process.
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28 Jul, 2015 by Anonymous
Elena worked with my husband and I on our family immigration case. From the beginning until the very end of our processing she was very responsive and patient with us. First, during the free consultation she gave me and my husband a very detailed overview of the process. She sounded very confident, attentive, and professional, which prompted us to choose her out of the numerous lawyers we had been considering.
During the processing we had lots of questions and concerns, we were stressed and nervous most of the time. We were not the easiest clients to work with, as we were worried and concerned (sometimes with no valid reason). However, anytime we called or emailed Elena with our questions she always responded within 1 day, she even agreed to skype with me to discuss my concerns. She consulted with my husband right before the visa interview and helped him handle stress and worrying.
In regards to handling our case, we are highly satisfied with Elena's work. Our petition packet was assembled quickly and correctly, and went through USCIS with no issues. During NVC stage, we had a little glitch with application, for which we received a checklist. However, Elena handled the problem promptly, she had the corrected document mailed out the next day.
Overall, my husband and I are very satisfied with and grateful for Elena's work. For a very reasonable fee she did great amount of work for us, including emotional support during stressful immigration processing. I would, without hesitation, recommend Elena to a friend going through this difficult, stressful, and lengthy process.
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06 Mar, 2020 by Rebecca
I have worked with Eric for the past 3 years in my role as an insurance adjuster. He is extremely knowledgeable and professional, is always on top of his cases, and is quick to respond to any inquiries, large or small. I never hesitate to trust Eric's advise on a case or put the outcome of a case in his hands. He is the best!
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30 Jan, 2020 by Anonymous
Eric is very knowledgeable and I trusted his opinion on a very difficult insurance case. He was great to work with and I would recommend him to anyone.
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18 Jan, 2019 by Anonymous
I've had the pleasure of working with Eric on many occasions over the past couple of years. He's quick to respond to any inquiries and he's always prepared for any questions/meetings, It's a reassuring thing to know when Eric handles one of our files we know it will be handled to perfection.
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18 Jun, 2013 by Aira
Jeff Crossman very responsible man that takes is job very seroiusly, will hire him again if I needed too.
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14 Jun, 2013 by Anonymous
While selling my house during the housing market collapse and after losing my job, Mr. Crossman spent many hours going over options with me. He took the time to speak with my mortgage company and my realtor. Mr. Crossman was walking me through each and every step of the process. His patience with me and ability to put ease into stressful situations was remarkable. Mr. Crossman never once gave me a feeling of helplessness. He was going to take care of me and nothing was going to stop him. I will always have a special place in my heart for Mr. Crossman. One of the most stressful and upsetting situations in my life was more bearable because of Jeff.
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13 Jun, 2013 by Shelley
Jeff was the perfect balance of assertive and understanding. He was incredibly thorough as he tackled the many problems a failing business requires - debt resolution, individual protection, creating solutions that all parties could uphold. He made me feel comfortable by constantly keeping me informed and explaining everything to me in terms I understood. I never felt ignored or that my case was "too small". We are still in business, thanks to Jeff. I highly recommend Jeff for all your business needs!
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04 Jul, 2023 by Jim
Fortunate to have Nick not only as a friend but also as a wonderful and dedicated attorney. Highly competent and always available.
Highly recommend!
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16 Feb, 2015 by Tony
Working with Nicholas DeBaltzo has been an absolute pleasure over the many years that I have known him and I can not say enough great things about him that could accurately describe how wonderful he has been on a personal level and in handling my legal affairs. Extremely knowledgeable, he goes over and above the call & always keeps me well informed every step of the way. I highly recommend Nick’s legal services when confidence, trust & expertise are all top priorities.
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06 Feb, 2015 by Dean
I've known and worked with Nick for years. I'd highly recommend him for any and all legal matters. The key with Nick is if it's something he doesn't specialize in, he'll find a legal specialist in that area to make sure the job gets done correctly the first time.
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08 Apr, 2015 by Mike
Mr. Neiss represented my interests during an extended and complicated foreclosure process. I was completely satisfied with his representation, his support staff and was quite happy with the final outcome.
His billed rates were fair and time allocated was efficient and effective.
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24 Feb, 2013 by Mike
Shad has been extremely helpful dealing with our real estate case and truly cares about the impact that it has had on our family. Shad has shown his knowledge of the law and ability to explain our options in a way that we can understand. Shad has also handled our estate planning and has been available to ask legal questions as they arise.
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23 Feb, 2013 by Ron
To say Attorney Neiss is dedicated to his clients would be an understatement. He is tops in his field and an excellent negotiator. He is here for me 24/7. Never misses a beat when it comes to protecting his clients. That is his first priority and he remains that way throughout the case. He has accomplished for me results that "no other attorney could have done" and I mean "no one"! His knowledge far exceeds that of other attorney firms who claim to be the best, but I know in my heart who I would call concerning ANY PROBLEM and that is Shadrach Neiss. He's my attorney for life!!!
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31 Aug, 2017 by Pasia
Marc Rossen is extremely professional and helpful in finding out information I needed in a timely matter. I would highly recommend him as a lawyer for you. Thank you.
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04 Oct, 2016 by Justin
I hired Marc to set up my LLC and advise me on my property purchase. I could tell right away that he was professional, reliable and prompt. My LLC was setup flawlessly and he took his time in answering all of my questions. He has always responded promptly and his fees have been extremely reasonable. Marc also helped me with legal advise on the issues that came up in regards to my purchase. His advise was sound and helped me overcome some of my initial worrries. I would recommend Marc without hesitation.
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06 Oct, 2015 by Art
Marc has been my attorney for a couple of years now and I can honestly say that he has exhibited the utmost professionalism in every aspect of his representation. Whether he's reviewing a contract or simply advising me on a certain course of action, Marc has continually provided excellent guidance and legal insight. Additionally, my specific needs have required an attorney who understands technology and all of the legal intricacies surrounding software and app development. Marc just doesn't talk-the-talk when it comes to that topic; he also walks-the-walk. He is very knowledgeable about all sorts of cutting edge technology which makes him perfect for helping people (and companies) who are within the tech space. Whether you're needing advice on what type of corporate entity you need to create, or want someone to review an employment contract, or have to setup an agreement related to software, Marc is your man. I highly recommend him. You won't be disappointed.
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15 Oct, 2021 by Captain ted and captain donnie benbow
We have used Wuliger & Wuliger many years for our Manufacturing business in Cleveland. Amy and her staff are extremely good at what they do. The service is outstanding and the price is very fair.
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20 Aug, 2021 by Tina white
I highly recommend Amy Wuliger, she is efficient, detail oriented and will fight vigorously for you! I was so happy to have her by my side during a very difficult time. You will NOT regret hiring Amy or anyone on her staff to represent your interests. Utmost professional and one of the smartest individuals I have ever known!
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06 Jul, 2021 by Brian jones
20 Feb, 2018 by Michael
Mr. Ellis took the time to actually answer the phone and give guidance on the first call. Looking to hire him in the near future.
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02 Nov, 2015 by Dale
Michael Ellis was my company's attorney for an M&A event in 2014. Two years later, I'm still struck by the quality of Michael's work. The man was consistently prompt, reliable, meticulous with the details, helpful in advice, and continually driving toward the goal lines. While other firms might have ultimately done the job (we interviewed four), I am pretty certain no one could have done it as well - or with less hassle to the client. A real standout.
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10 Jan, 2013 by Junaid
We recently sold the majority assets of a company which we had for over 10 years.
We were very inexperienced in being part of a transaction of this magnitude.
Michael made us feel very comfortable and protected every step of the way.
We didn't have all our ducks in a row to execute this deal smoothly, but Michael followed up with whoever he needed to get things done.
Michael always made himself available whether it was nights, weekends, holidays, and even on vacation.
I will only use Michael as my attorney in the future and I would highly recommend him to anyone needing counsel.
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28 Feb, 2019 by Anonymous
Terri is professional, compassionate, deeply ethical and utterly efficient; she worked with speed, clarity and grace. She is a star!
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29 Nov, 2017 by Lorilee
Terri did a superior job on the business evaluation for my divorce. Her intelligence, experience and compassion were paramount to me making it through my highly contentious divorce. I would highly recommend her to anyone needing her services as she is very thorough, has a wealth of experience in many areas and gets the needed results produced in a professional manner.
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09 Sep, 2016 by Anonymous
I chose Terri as my lawyer because she is also a CPA. Terri advised me of the best options for me in my dissolution and made financial recommendations for the most favorable outcome. She was great at keeping the momentum going and holding the other party's legal representative to deadlines.
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10 Jun, 2020 by Erin oleski
My experience with Crawford Law has been exemplary. They were incredibly professional and proactive. Highly recommend.
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31 Dec, 2019 by Darktorizo
10 Jun, 2020 by Erin oleski
My experience with Crawford Law has been exemplary. They were incredibly professional and proactive. Highly recommend.
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31 Dec, 2019 by Darktorizo
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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.
