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10 Nov, 2024 by Lucas annuza
Helpful and straight to the point. Thank you, Hillary, for the representation.
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18 Oct, 2024 by Alan r
From the very first call, I knew I picked the right firm. No question was too much. Every question was answered in a timely fashion. Each time I desired a change to something, I received sound easy to understand responses that helped me decide how important my original request was or was not. Bottom line, Chelsea and Hillary were both fantastic. I rarely do reviews so that the fact that I did this one should really tell you something.
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26 Sep, 2024 by Daniel ellis
Had an issue with former landlord and return of my security deposit. Contacted Scarnecchia Mullin and within 2 days Hillary had reviewed my situation, provided excellent advice and counsel on how to proceed. She also drafted and sent a letter to the landlord which resulted in an amicable resolution to my issue within 1 week. I was not expecting the quick turnaround time and resolution. I highly recommend this firm for their responsiveness, thoroughness and results.
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07 Oct, 2024 by Elizabeth
We were very happy with Sweeney Law, P.A. Working with them was a positive experience. Brendan, Rabiah and team were very professional and great advocates for us and helped us through a difficult process. They were patient and very knowledgable about the law as it related to our case.
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24 Jun, 2024 by Ellen
We recently entered a purchase agreement to buy a home. However, after the home inspection revealed several serious issues, we wanted to withdraw from the agreement . Although our concerns were very legitimate, the seller did not want to release us from the agreement and return our earnest money. We consulted Mr. Sweeney about the situation , and he provided us with clear, honest advice as to how to proceed. Due to his recommendations, the seller acquiesced without us having to resort to litigation. And we got back all of the earnest money. We highly recommend using Mr. Sweeney's services when buying or selling real estate. His advice and guidance are invaluable.
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24 Jun, 2024 by Anonymous
It’s great to consult with Brendan, he seems extremely knowledgeable, explain everything and answered all of my questions. I highly recommend this firm and their services. Thank you very much Brendan.
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16 Jan, 2025 by Danny kane
I cannot tell you what a pleasure it is to work with Barry. He helped me with a business merger that could have been a nightmare without him. He went above and beyond to explain things to me that I had no education on. He spent late hours working to help close a deal with a very difficult seller. I am so lucky to have worked with you this year and for many years to come!
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16 Jan, 2025 by Mariela del rio
Great communication. Settlement was better than expected. Highly recommended.
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12 Jan, 2025 by Gregory matthias
Staci was phenomenal to work with and we were able to do everything remotely
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14 Jan, 2025 by Philippe allemand
Excellent, quick and straightforward attorney
Very easy to communicate with!
Will highly recommend his services
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06 Jan, 2025 by Jesse long
06 Jan, 2025 by Michael piscal
Knows the law through and through, honest, cares, and fights like heck for his client. Dan Arnold really cares.
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27 Nov, 2024 by Mchk cygegroup
We are a small, non-profit Chinese cuisine website, and we were threatened with a bogus copyright infringement claim. Mr. Heitner schooled them in "Fair Use" and they dropped their claim in a matter of days. His fee was quite reasonable.
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19 Nov, 2024 by Valerie sheridan
Darren was a huge help in getting my legal issue resolved quickly and relatively painlessly. His response time to every one of my concerns was record-breaking! I can recommend his services without reserve.
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13 Nov, 2024 by Panah rad
We were sent a presuit letter from a copyright company asking for a lot of money we didn't even have. Darren took the case and worked miracles. I was going to deal with this without a lawyer but that would have been a terrible mistake. I did extensive research on Darren and his copyright cases. He is incredibly good at this. Darren is also kind and understanding, and you can tell from the way he interacts with clients that he cares. Would highly recommend if you are dealing with a copyright issue.
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26 Jan, 2025 by Marta nessl
"Exceptional Legal Representation for My Insurance Claim." I am incredibly grateful for the outstanding legal representation I received. I was facing insurance claim that was initially denied, leaving me feeling lost and overwhelmed. The attorney was incredibly responsive and compassionate throughout the entire process. They patiently explained the situation and answered all my questions. In the end, the attorney went above and beyond to make sure I received the check. I highly recommend this firm to anyone facing an insurance claim.
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17 Jan, 2025 by Moped 4400
My experience with using Jose as my Probate attorney was fantastic! He was always upfront about the process and expectations- everything went smoothly as you can expect and quickly- please reach out to Jose as you will not be disappointed.
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11 Jan, 2025 by Janice brooks
My family and I needed a probate attorney. We needed to settle my mother’s estate after she passed away. I looked for a probate attorney and they never got back with me after leaving several messages and I had to keep calling. When I did received a call back they did not explain the process just told me what their fee was and I had to pay it upfront. Needless to say I seek help from someone else. I called Mr. Lorenzo on a Saturday afternoon and he answered and explained the process of what to be expected. He sounded very knowledgeable and also caring. I felt so relieved after speaking to him and I knew I had found the right attorney. Mr. Lorenzo was there for my family and I through a difficult time and case. Mr. Lorenzo showed us empathy and trust which are two important factors to me.Through out the process he kept us informed of every detailed of the case. I’m so glad we did not stay with the other attorney. We made the right choice. I would highly recommend Mr. Lorenzo to others who are looking for a caring and trustworthy attorney who is knowledgeable of the law. Thank you Mr. Lorenzo. My family and I are very grateful to you.
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26 Jan, 2025 by Marta nessl
"Exceptional Legal Representation for My Insurance Claim." I am incredibly grateful for the outstanding legal representation I received. I was facing insurance claim that was initially denied, leaving me feeling lost and overwhelmed. The attorney was incredibly responsive and compassionate throughout the entire process. They patiently explained the situation and answered all my questions. In the end, the attorney went above and beyond to make sure I received the check. I highly recommend this firm to anyone facing an insurance claim.
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17 Jan, 2025 by Moped 4400
My experience with using Jose as my Probate attorney was fantastic! He was always upfront about the process and expectations- everything went smoothly as you can expect and quickly- please reach out to Jose as you will not be disappointed.
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11 Jan, 2025 by Janice brooks
My family and I needed a probate attorney. We needed to settle my mother’s estate after she passed away. I looked for a probate attorney and they never got back with me after leaving several messages and I had to keep calling. When I did received a call back they did not explain the process just told me what their fee was and I had to pay it upfront. Needless to say I seek help from someone else. I called Mr. Lorenzo on a Saturday afternoon and he answered and explained the process of what to be expected. He sounded very knowledgeable and also caring. I felt so relieved after speaking to him and I knew I had found the right attorney. Mr. Lorenzo was there for my family and I through a difficult time and case. Mr. Lorenzo showed us empathy and trust which are two important factors to me.Through out the process he kept us informed of every detailed of the case. I’m so glad we did not stay with the other attorney. We made the right choice. I would highly recommend Mr. Lorenzo to others who are looking for a caring and trustworthy attorney who is knowledgeable of the law. Thank you Mr. Lorenzo. My family and I are very grateful to you.
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26 Jan, 2025 by Marta nessl
"Exceptional Legal Representation for My Insurance Claim." I am incredibly grateful for the outstanding legal representation I received. I was facing insurance claim that was initially denied, leaving me feeling lost and overwhelmed. The attorney was incredibly responsive and compassionate throughout the entire process. They patiently explained the situation and answered all my questions. In the end, the attorney went above and beyond to make sure I received the check. I highly recommend this firm to anyone facing an insurance claim.
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17 Jan, 2025 by Moped 4400
My experience with using Jose as my Probate attorney was fantastic! He was always upfront about the process and expectations- everything went smoothly as you can expect and quickly- please reach out to Jose as you will not be disappointed.
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11 Jan, 2025 by Janice brooks
My family and I needed a probate attorney. We needed to settle my mother’s estate after she passed away. I looked for a probate attorney and they never got back with me after leaving several messages and I had to keep calling. When I did received a call back they did not explain the process just told me what their fee was and I had to pay it upfront. Needless to say I seek help from someone else. I called Mr. Lorenzo on a Saturday afternoon and he answered and explained the process of what to be expected. He sounded very knowledgeable and also caring. I felt so relieved after speaking to him and I knew I had found the right attorney. Mr. Lorenzo was there for my family and I through a difficult time and case. Mr. Lorenzo showed us empathy and trust which are two important factors to me.Through out the process he kept us informed of every detailed of the case. I’m so glad we did not stay with the other attorney. We made the right choice. I would highly recommend Mr. Lorenzo to others who are looking for a caring and trustworthy attorney who is knowledgeable of the law. Thank you Mr. Lorenzo. My family and I are very grateful to you.
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16 Jan, 2025 by Enrique galicia
This guy is my go to for everything. He has helped me close two cases, both with wins. 100% win record
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07 Oct, 2024 by Jocelyne reyes-frometa
Truly happy with the attention and professional assistance of Aimee Garces. Her advise and knowledge helmed me be at ease, could not have been in better hands.
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03 Oct, 2024 by Yomy del toro
I had the pleasure of working with Aimee and Alexandra, and I cannot speak highly enough of their exceptional teamwork. They were attentive and made me feel genuinely heard and valued throughout the process. I would confidently recommend their services to anyone in need of legal assistance. Thank you both for your outstanding support.
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06 Oct, 2023 by Eric frost
Excellent-Relentless method.
Most likely will not find better representation. Forever gratefull
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24 Mar, 2023 by Mahdi larhmari
Ms.Shulman was the best representation I could have asked for. She treated my case like it was her very own. Ms.Shulman made sure to inform me of every little single detail that was going on, she has amazing communication and is very lenient about the cost. No doubt in my mind who I would choose to represent me if needed to again.
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23 Feb, 2023 by Kaylee hoppin
Highly recommended! Sasha is super nice, professional, and very understanding and helpful. She helped me get through a traumatic issue to the point that I barely needed to think about anything which really helped my healing. I'm hoping I won't need the services again (lol) but I would go back to Shulman Law in a heartbeat!
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18 Nov, 2020 by Brianna reynolds
18 Nov, 2020 by Chantal st simon
18 Nov, 2020 by The vintage vault by deja monet
16 Jan, 2025 by Enrique galicia
This guy is my go to for everything. He has helped me close two cases, both with wins. 100% win record
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07 Oct, 2024 by Jocelyne reyes-frometa
Truly happy with the attention and professional assistance of Aimee Garces. Her advise and knowledge helmed me be at ease, could not have been in better hands.
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03 Oct, 2024 by Yomy del toro
I had the pleasure of working with Aimee and Alexandra, and I cannot speak highly enough of their exceptional teamwork. They were attentive and made me feel genuinely heard and valued throughout the process. I would confidently recommend their services to anyone in need of legal assistance. Thank you both for your outstanding support.
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28 Sep, 2023 by Rick humphreys
I Strongly recommend these experts. They have the passion and the strategies to win the uphill battle against the banks.
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04 Jun, 2023 by Marina gaffar
Lance saved my Miami condo from foreclosure. He was great. Did everything he said he was going to do.
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04 Jun, 2023 by Frankie mendez
I highly recommend this firm and I guarantee once you have used the service you too will look no further. They respond in an extreme timely matter. The staff very knowledgeable and trustworthy. There is no other firm that will work as hard for you. They were able to provide clear, and practical legal advice on various foreclosure and real-estate issues.
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08 Nov, 2021 by Anna
I would like to share my experience with Avery Dial. Avery is very professional, responsive and very respectful. He is sharp and comes up quickly with a well thought through solution. He has great networking skills which yielded a positive result. He was extremely effective in representing me and I will be forever grateful!
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18 Nov, 2020 by Brianna reynolds
18 Nov, 2020 by Chantal st simon
08 Nov, 2023 by Matt kinsey
Ken is a tremendous attorney who has helped in cases involving both my wife and my daughter. He is caring, thorough, and prepares for every case like it's going to trial. I can't recommend anyone more highly.
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05 Jan, 2023 by Katherine kennedy
12 Oct, 2020 by Bradley ross
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24 Jan, 2025 by Thomas ngvh
I was involved in a car accident last summer and I was not in fault. I call them to help me because I know NOTHING about insurance, laws and everything. They were very helpful and my case manager was very professional. She guided me all along and at the end I have the money I deserved. I do not regret my choice at all.
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24 Jan, 2025 by Laura
Everything went smoothly thanks for the good work
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24 Jan, 2025 by Roblox family gamer (prettybaby)
I highly recommend Blakely law firm. My husband was in an accident and totaled his car. Blakeley law firm turned this stressful time in our life into something positive. The staff is very patient, knowledgeable and informative. Always kept us up to date on our case. 100% recommend dont look any further go with Blakeley!
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31 Jan, 2025 by Fi su
23 Jan, 2025 by Andrea benavides
Agradezco todos los servicios recibidos por ustedes, el acompañamiento y seguimiento que dieron a mi caso y el calor humano de todas las personas que me atendieron .
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20 Jan, 2025 by Helen pappas
Life changing lawfirm. Amazing communication with Sarah and Christina. And I recieved much more than I expected. They are so personable and lovely people.
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14 Dec, 2024 by Adrien henao
06 Dec, 2024 by Ferdi's
Excellent communication and fast results!
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05 Dec, 2024 by Katherine rodriguez
Jibrael Hindi has won two of my cases. I’m so happy with the overcome of both cases. I can’t recommend him enough. Thank you so much to you and your team. Keep up the great work. Trust me. I will keep bringing business to you guys. No doubt happy holidays. !!!!!!!!
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14 Dec, 2024 by Adrien henao
06 Dec, 2024 by Ferdi's
Excellent communication and fast results!
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05 Dec, 2024 by Katherine rodriguez
Jibrael Hindi has won two of my cases. I’m so happy with the overcome of both cases. I can’t recommend him enough. Thank you so much to you and your team. Keep up the great work. Trust me. I will keep bringing business to you guys. No doubt happy holidays. !!!!!!!!
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14 Dec, 2024 by Adrien henao
06 Dec, 2024 by Ferdi's
Excellent communication and fast results!
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05 Dec, 2024 by Katherine rodriguez
Jibrael Hindi has won two of my cases. I’m so happy with the overcome of both cases. I can’t recommend him enough. Thank you so much to you and your team. Keep up the great work. Trust me. I will keep bringing business to you guys. No doubt happy holidays. !!!!!!!!
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06 Jan, 2025 by Skip colvin
Very professional organization with excellent communication to me throughout. Good advice and no pressure. Dealing with the state was impossible without them. Highly endorse.
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23 Dec, 2024 by Yonier leon
Best experience I ever had with a law firm. They are truly committed to help their customers. Highly recommend their services.
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24 Aug, 2024 by Ailyn l
The were very efficient with the whole process and results in both cases came sooner than expected.
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06 Feb, 2025 by Christine desideri
I researched many attorney profiles, backgrounds. But, there was only 1 whose sincerity was palpable. That was Joshua S. Danz. He listened to Me patiently for 45 minutes. His representation was so successful for me and my grandson. Everything I hoped for Joshua achieved. He reached out to me on a regular basis. He genuinely cares. Joshua is the consummate professional, profound understanding of the law. But ultimately a fine person. Picking Joshua as my attorney is one of the best decisions I’ve ever made.
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29 Jan, 2025 by Ryan lyew
Hired Joshua for my GF’s case, and he was excellent. He was responsive to emails, attentive to every detail, and genuinely empathetic to the situation.
Hopefully, we’ll never need a lawyer again, but it’s reassuring to know we’ve got a damn good one we can count on!
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12 Dec, 2024 by Monica hildreth
Attorney Victor Pena is very professional and extremely easy to communicate with. He helped me tremendously and answered all my questions and concerns from the moment I inquired of his services throughout my entire process of retaining him. He handled my situation in a very timely and efficient manner. I highly recommend him.
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15 Dec, 2017 by Anonymous
He is very direct and honest with you and will fight for all his client. I felt like he was the guy next door that everyone admire and envy of.
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04 Aug, 2016 by William
I had problems with another person plagiarising my work and Mr. Santucci was prompt, professional and knowledgable in all the steps we needed to take action against the individual. I would highly recommend him in any such case and more.
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04 Aug, 2016 by Natalie
Soy un artista que estaba buscando reprisentation y encontré un amigo . Santucii es uno de los mejores abogados que he trabajado. Rápido con que mira sobre los contratos le envío . La paciencia cuando tengo un millón de preguntas acerca de mi carrera y pasos que necesito tomar para proteger mi trabajo y semejanza . :) Siempre lo tendré como mi abogado.
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17 Dec, 2021 by Elizabeth
Ms Villarroel did a superb job handing the sale of my Ft Lauderdale condominium. She handled all the details seamlessly.
I thoroughly recommend her, without reservation.
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23 Sep, 2021 by Sanjay
Nicole and her team were outstanding in providing legal services first for purchase and closing of my Florida home. They also provided services related to closing of a subsequent mortgage refinancing. They were professional, courteous and always responsive and creative. We will use them again for trust transfer of deed and also future homestead application in 2022.
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12 Mar, 2021 by Rudy
Trust doesn’t come easy, but I totally trust Nicole’s insight and opinions. Over the years, she has been very helpful in numerous $MM RE transactions we have conducted. Lawyers can sometimes seem intimidating, however that was never the case with Nicole... She takes the time to go through every detail and doesn’t try to speak over you. She is a great communicator! Although she can get extremely busy, she always takes time to respond even if it is to let you know that she needs more time, which is awesome especially in this day and age when it is easier to just ignore someone. Nicole makes sure you fully understand the legal terminology and implications. She is the only attorney I will work with in Florida.
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11 Oct, 2024 by Margaret coviello
I spoke with Michelle today at shupe law firm and she was absolutely amazing. She answered all of my questions and gave me some options as far as referrals and the best way to move forward. She is very knowledgeable and experienced in her line of work. I will definitely give her a call for any estate planning needed in my upcoming future. I highly recommend her. Thank you, Michele!
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02 Oct, 2024 by Sam a
Highly recommend Michelle! She is wonderful and truly cares for her clients. I recommend her to all of my friends and family.
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02 Oct, 2024 by Michelle bartolic
Michelle is compassionate and knowledgeable. She truly cares about her clients and protecting their legacy. Whether it's guidance through the planning phase or following the death of a loved one, Shupe Legal is the place to go.
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24 Jul, 2024 by Zacharias cohen
14 Jun, 2024 by Zetar0b0t
Angela was super professional and helped me with my questions. I met her at an event and recommended the establishment.
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14 Jun, 2024 by Rachel perez
A meter Angela ladino at a networking mixer and she was so knowledgeable, kind, and professional. She provided me with great valuable info about her company!
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04 Dec, 2024 by Bruno grillo
I went to five different lawyers before choosing Daniel Forrest., and I am so glad I went with Dan. He gave me a breakdown of everything I needed to know in a way that was easy to understand. He took special care to understand the issues in my case and the needs of my family during a difficult time. In my opinion, his office never let anything fall to the wayside. They were on top of it. It is clear that Dan has a wealth of knowledge and experience. I always felt confident in him. He never made me feel like I had to concede on the things that were important to me in this case. If you need a strong lawyer, go with Daniel Forrest!
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20 Nov, 2024 by Jorge gonzalez
Daniel Forrest was awesome! I’m glad I got the opportunity to meet and have him represent me with my case. Daniel was very informative, knowledgable and has many years of experience. I highly recommend him. His office staff was awesome as well. Don’t hesitate to contact his office. You will not be disappointed.
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02 Oct, 2024 by Danielle cave
Thank you to Greg Bromley and the Forrest and Forrest team for the amazing job you did on my case. Great firm that I will definitely recommend!
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10 Nov, 2024 by Lucas annuza
Helpful and straight to the point. Thank you, Hillary, for the representation.
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18 Oct, 2024 by Alan r
From the very first call, I knew I picked the right firm. No question was too much. Every question was answered in a timely fashion. Each time I desired a change to something, I received sound easy to understand responses that helped me decide how important my original request was or was not. Bottom line, Chelsea and Hillary were both fantastic. I rarely do reviews so that the fact that I did this one should really tell you something.
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26 Sep, 2024 by Daniel ellis
Had an issue with former landlord and return of my security deposit. Contacted Scarnecchia Mullin and within 2 days Hillary had reviewed my situation, provided excellent advice and counsel on how to proceed. She also drafted and sent a letter to the landlord which resulted in an amicable resolution to my issue within 1 week. I was not expecting the quick turnaround time and resolution. I highly recommend this firm for their responsiveness, thoroughness and results.
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19 Dec, 2024 by Jay killa
Best lawyer around. Him and his paralegal will go above and beyond for their clients. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!! Freedom is key
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13 Dec, 2024 by Michael knows
26 Nov, 2024 by Albert morcigilo
Very helpful and friendly!
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10 Nov, 2024 by Lucas annuza
Helpful and straight to the point. Thank you, Hillary, for the representation.
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18 Oct, 2024 by Alan r
From the very first call, I knew I picked the right firm. No question was too much. Every question was answered in a timely fashion. Each time I desired a change to something, I received sound easy to understand responses that helped me decide how important my original request was or was not. Bottom line, Chelsea and Hillary were both fantastic. I rarely do reviews so that the fact that I did this one should really tell you something.
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26 Sep, 2024 by Daniel ellis
Had an issue with former landlord and return of my security deposit. Contacted Scarnecchia Mullin and within 2 days Hillary had reviewed my situation, provided excellent advice and counsel on how to proceed. She also drafted and sent a letter to the landlord which resulted in an amicable resolution to my issue within 1 week. I was not expecting the quick turnaround time and resolution. I highly recommend this firm for their responsiveness, thoroughness and results.
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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.
