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01 Jul, 2024 by Jerry hershfeldt
"Who knows why we were taught to Fear the Witches
And not those that burned them
Or those who stood by, watching."
Hertz paid $168 million two customers who we're wrongfully arrested and prosecuted. Some of them by this office. Hertz paid- U-Haul is next. Shame on the DA.
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25 May, 2024 by George mac
The DA's office lets child abusers off the hook with no consequences of any kind if they are white women. DPS also allows the same white women to stay on the job, working in proximity to other children and their victim.
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13 Apr, 2024 by N lang
01 Jul, 2024 by Jerry hershfeldt
"Who knows why we were taught to Fear the Witches
And not those that burned them
Or those who stood by, watching."
Hertz paid $168 million two customers who we're wrongfully arrested and prosecuted. Some of them by this office. Hertz paid- U-Haul is next. Shame on the DA.
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25 May, 2024 by George mac
The DA's office lets child abusers off the hook with no consequences of any kind if they are white women. DPS also allows the same white women to stay on the job, working in proximity to other children and their victim.
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13 Apr, 2024 by N lang
01 Jul, 2024 by Jerry hershfeldt
"Who knows why we were taught to Fear the Witches
And not those that burned them
Or those who stood by, watching."
Hertz paid $168 million two customers who we're wrongfully arrested and prosecuted. Some of them by this office. Hertz paid- U-Haul is next. Shame on the DA.
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25 May, 2024 by George mac
The DA's office lets child abusers off the hook with no consequences of any kind if they are white women. DPS also allows the same white women to stay on the job, working in proximity to other children and their victim.
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13 Apr, 2024 by N lang
01 Jul, 2024 by Jerry hershfeldt
"Who knows why we were taught to Fear the Witches
And not those that burned them
Or those who stood by, watching."
Hertz paid $168 million two customers who we're wrongfully arrested and prosecuted. Some of them by this office. Hertz paid- U-Haul is next. Shame on the DA.
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25 May, 2024 by George mac
The DA's office lets child abusers off the hook with no consequences of any kind if they are white women. DPS also allows the same white women to stay on the job, working in proximity to other children and their victim.
Read more
13 Apr, 2024 by N lang
01 Jul, 2024 by Jerry hershfeldt
"Who knows why we were taught to Fear the Witches
And not those that burned them
Or those who stood by, watching."
Hertz paid $168 million two customers who we're wrongfully arrested and prosecuted. Some of them by this office. Hertz paid- U-Haul is next. Shame on the DA.
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25 May, 2024 by George mac
The DA's office lets child abusers off the hook with no consequences of any kind if they are white women. DPS also allows the same white women to stay on the job, working in proximity to other children and their victim.
Read more
13 Apr, 2024 by N lang
01 Jul, 2024 by Jerry hershfeldt
"Who knows why we were taught to Fear the Witches
And not those that burned them
Or those who stood by, watching."
Hertz paid $168 million two customers who we're wrongfully arrested and prosecuted. Some of them by this office. Hertz paid- U-Haul is next. Shame on the DA.
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25 May, 2024 by George mac
The DA's office lets child abusers off the hook with no consequences of any kind if they are white women. DPS also allows the same white women to stay on the job, working in proximity to other children and their victim.
Read more
13 Apr, 2024 by N lang
01 Jul, 2024 by Jerry hershfeldt
"Who knows why we were taught to Fear the Witches
And not those that burned them
Or those who stood by, watching."
Hertz paid $168 million two customers who we're wrongfully arrested and prosecuted. Some of them by this office. Hertz paid- U-Haul is next. Shame on the DA.
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25 May, 2024 by George mac
The DA's office lets child abusers off the hook with no consequences of any kind if they are white women. DPS also allows the same white women to stay on the job, working in proximity to other children and their victim.
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13 Apr, 2024 by N lang
15 Dec, 2020 by Mario
Bryan and his team were awesome!! Even with not being able to go to their office in person I was still treated like I was valued. After the initial consultation I was convinced I needed to hire Bryan and his team. Everyone on his team played their role wonderfully. I never had any trouble getting emails answered or appointments made. Not sure how many clients they have but I felt like I was their only one because of how much attention I received. Bryan is a down to earth lawyer who i genuinely enjoyed talking to. With his instructions my case went smoothly and the outcome was better than I had hoped. He was upfront with all of my options and not just out to make money. Thanks Bryan!!
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10 Dec, 2017 by Anonymous
I had a similar experience. Once I was promised a consultation next week but when I called I was told they were in Hong Kong.
I also thought I was deliberately kept in the dark throughout the process. It all ended in their yelling at me, so I terminated the hiring.
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10 Sep, 2017 by Anonymous
DO NOT HIRE THIS FIRM!!!! I hired Kate and Bryan for an employment case. Upon our first meeting Kate made it very clear she believed in open and prompt communication. She told me I had a great case. I advised I would give our meeting some thought and let her know about retaining her. A few days later I get an non egagement letter pressuring me about hiring the firm. I was worried and decided to hire her to represent me, despite her ignoring my e-mails/questions days prior. She takes my thousands of dollars and then it becomes harder to get in contact with her! It takes three weeks to schedule a simple phone meeting. Anytime I had questions, I had to wait over a week to speak to her. They overcharged me by over a $1,000 and it took a week to get my issue resolved. I sought her advice about litigation and she agreed it was a good course of action. And that she would move forward with a plan of action. Three weeks later she hadn't done anything with my case or answered my e-mails. Then out-of-the blue I get an email stating she has terminated me as a client because she is too busy to handle my case?! STAY AWAY FROM THIS SO CALLED "LAWFIRM" they will waste your time and under deliver.
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27 Mar, 2024 by Anonymous
If I could give no stars I would. He’s a fraud and scams elders! Waste of time and money. Steers you in the wrong direction but happily takes your money!
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16 Nov, 2022 by Pitrone
Rickey has done magnificent work for myself, family and friends over the last 25 years. In this age when honesty and integrity aren’t the norm Rickey has these qualities in abundance!!!
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26 Jun, 2022 by Anonymous
If I could give a 0 rating I would this man should have retired 10 years ago all he does is talk to you like you're a friend and he gives you advice but never actually helps you with your court case. He sat in on a mediation with me and talked to my sister the entire time about her living in New York and then turned around and tried to charge me thousands of dollars for it. I ended up having to complete my entire case alone with the courts. He should be disbarred if you ask me and he should give his services away for free.
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24 Mar, 2018 by Anonymous
Choose not to finish my case, was not able to get it to a good resolution. I felt like he is a little bit expensive for what he actually did.
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04 Dec, 2023 by Sarah s
02 Dec, 2023 by Angie hondacbr
Foley & Lardner, who falsely pride themselves on diversity and inclusion, recently targeted one of their ONLY female, Arab-Muslim associates in the firm nationwide .
F&L unlawfully terminated Georgetown Law graduate, Jinan Chehade, before her official first day of employment, this taking place after heavily interrogating her for her support of the humanitarian crisis in Palestine, framing her advocacy for Palestine as supporting terrorism.
It is clear that this firm deliberately supports Islamophobia and discriminates against its Muslim associates and clients, while not taking any disciplinary action against its associates who openly express their hatred for Muslims.
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02 Dec, 2023 by Karen diaz
04 Dec, 2023 by Sarah s
02 Dec, 2023 by Angie hondacbr
Foley & Lardner, who falsely pride themselves on diversity and inclusion, recently targeted one of their ONLY female, Arab-Muslim associates in the firm nationwide .
F&L unlawfully terminated Georgetown Law graduate, Jinan Chehade, before her official first day of employment, this taking place after heavily interrogating her for her support of the humanitarian crisis in Palestine, framing her advocacy for Palestine as supporting terrorism.
It is clear that this firm deliberately supports Islamophobia and discriminates against its Muslim associates and clients, while not taking any disciplinary action against its associates who openly express their hatred for Muslims.
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02 Dec, 2023 by Karen diaz
04 Dec, 2023 by Sarah s
02 Dec, 2023 by Angie hondacbr
Foley & Lardner, who falsely pride themselves on diversity and inclusion, recently targeted one of their ONLY female, Arab-Muslim associates in the firm nationwide .
F&L unlawfully terminated Georgetown Law graduate, Jinan Chehade, before her official first day of employment, this taking place after heavily interrogating her for her support of the humanitarian crisis in Palestine, framing her advocacy for Palestine as supporting terrorism.
It is clear that this firm deliberately supports Islamophobia and discriminates against its Muslim associates and clients, while not taking any disciplinary action against its associates who openly express their hatred for Muslims.
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02 Dec, 2023 by Karen diaz
04 Dec, 2023 by Sarah s
02 Dec, 2023 by Angie hondacbr
Foley & Lardner, who falsely pride themselves on diversity and inclusion, recently targeted one of their ONLY female, Arab-Muslim associates in the firm nationwide .
F&L unlawfully terminated Georgetown Law graduate, Jinan Chehade, before her official first day of employment, this taking place after heavily interrogating her for her support of the humanitarian crisis in Palestine, framing her advocacy for Palestine as supporting terrorism.
It is clear that this firm deliberately supports Islamophobia and discriminates against its Muslim associates and clients, while not taking any disciplinary action against its associates who openly express their hatred for Muslims.
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02 Dec, 2023 by Karen diaz
04 Dec, 2023 by Sarah s
02 Dec, 2023 by Angie hondacbr
Foley & Lardner, who falsely pride themselves on diversity and inclusion, recently targeted one of their ONLY female, Arab-Muslim associates in the firm nationwide .
F&L unlawfully terminated Georgetown Law graduate, Jinan Chehade, before her official first day of employment, this taking place after heavily interrogating her for her support of the humanitarian crisis in Palestine, framing her advocacy for Palestine as supporting terrorism.
It is clear that this firm deliberately supports Islamophobia and discriminates against its Muslim associates and clients, while not taking any disciplinary action against its associates who openly express their hatred for Muslims.
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02 Dec, 2023 by Karen diaz
04 Nov, 2014 by John
I used Joel for estate planning. He proved to be knowledgeable, but he is TERRIBLE at returning phone calls, emails, etc. I have been waiting for a return call for many (6+) weeks. His follow-up is absolutely horrendous! Beware.......
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30 Oct, 2014 by Harold
I am very disappointed with Joel. We made the step to set up an Estate Plan(Trust, Medical POA, etc) with Joel back in 2006. He offerred an ongoing Plan that had a large initial payment for Trust Preparation,etc and then an annual payment for future updates. He prepared the trust to our satisfaction and we had one update in 2012 when we were told that Joel and his Law Partner(Peter Scott) were parting ways.
We were given the choice of which partner we wanted to continue to use. We elected to stay with Joel since we felt comfortable with him. We felt that this would be very important after someone passes and he was young enough that our kids could relate to him and be comforable around him if my spouse and I passed together. Since the Law Partnership breakup Joel has not returned phone calls or emails. I have sent emails through AVVO as well. The annual payment notice has not been sent to me even with me leaving messages that I still wanted the plan and was willing to pay. I would hate to see how Joel would responded when my children would need him most. My father was a lawyer and one that worked for the good of his clients but I guess that is "old school."
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06 Dec, 2012 by Anonymous
Joel was hired to write an estate plan, he did half the job was paid in full. Two months went by, he didn't return email or phone calls. Oct 30 2012 he did return the phone call, apologized and said he would get the job done in a month. As of today, Dec 6,2012, no calls have been returned and the job has not progressed. Joel did not keep his word.
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31 Aug, 2009 by Anonymous
Paid him alot of money to review docs, maintain corporate records, just to find out he substituted the service out to a third party with little or no knowledge of how the legal matter should be handled. He would not take responsibility of managing the cases eventhough the client was not satisfied with the unqualified substituted legal service. Upon dispute, he extorted the client by not returning the corporate records until his exagerrated invoice was paid. Client sent the matter to the Ca Bar 2 times before he admitted illegally taking his client's corporate records.
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27 Mar, 2020 by Ronna
I can not say how absolutely disgusted I am with attorney Dan Bonifazi. He was at a previous firm and had worked on two companies I am managing partner of. First off he had two scheduled meetings with me, one of them he just stood me up. The second one he canceled last minute. But here’s the kicker, he VIOLATED trust account laws. He worked 2.5 hours on one of my company’s issues and wrote himself a $5000 check out of that account when he left his previous firm. He dropped the ball on many things. Please head the warning, STAY AWAY!!!!!! I will now have to take my time and file appropriate grievances to get the company’s money back. This not only costs money but costs time and could cause a deal to be held up.
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30 Aug, 2021 by Anonymous
This business is an agent of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. On September 11, 2021 it will be 20 years since the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia committed an act of war against America, Our leaders have not only covered up Saudi involvement in 9/11, they call the Saudis allies, enable their financing of subversive Islamist entities in the US and elsewhere, aid in the Saudi-led war in Yemen, stifling and violent oppression of their own people, election meddling, military aid and even transfers of sensitive technology, including nuclear technology.
Much of the blame for this outrageous situation falls on the army of politically connected law firms and public relations firms that lobby for Saudi interests, trading filthy Saudi money for the freedom and safety of future generations. Of course these firms do not advertise their representation of the Saudis, playing the role of respected organizations instead of shills for the nation that attempted to deliver a deathblow to America and now seek ever greater infiltration and influence in the government and media.
On this 20th anniversary of 9/11 it is far past time to call attention to these firms, an effort to shame these traitors to whom Saudi money trumps the futures of their children and the nation.
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07 Feb, 2023 by Scott
I contacted, consulted with and hired Teri Scott to complete contracts for me. I subsequently learned that they were missing additional vital information that could have protected me and helped me avoid spending years in arbitration.
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19 Nov, 2021 by Stacy clark
Their phone receptionist is rude.
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19 Nov, 2021 by Stacy clark
Their phone receptionist is rude.
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19 Nov, 2021 by Stacy clark
Their phone receptionist is rude.
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19 Nov, 2021 by Stacy clark
Their phone receptionist is rude.
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19 Nov, 2021 by Stacy clark
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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.
