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28 Apr, 2017 by Anonymous
I came to this attorney with a difficult case; this Tomas Yoder went beyond the call of duty. He had little time to act on my issue and he stood up all night to come up with a solution and was in contact with me via email all through the night and represented me. The outcome was amazing and I will always remember his work and always feel that he was sent to me by creator and ruler of the universe. That is how amazing his representation was in the little time he had. More over available months later in many occasions to answer questions on various topics without hesitation.
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12 May, 2024 by Natasha mitchell
I will update my rating when all is said and done. For what we did get done, the gentleman was very down to earth and answered all questions and concerns. We will be heading to probate court and see what else is necessary! Great place to check out if you are planning your estate!
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15 Nov, 2023 by Kristle fennell
Chris is the best
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10 May, 2022 by Michael nelson
We paid our $1500 retainer fee then asked them to do some paperwork for the State. They came back and asked for another $500 to complete and submit the paperwork. After several months I reached back out to them and was told we were all good as we were expanding our business into another state.
We then began to work out of that state and was asked to provide our state paperwork our attorney was suppose to have done. When I reached out to them, they would not respond I called, emailed, left messages and even left messages through the assistant. It was months of this before I was told by the assist to try the office manager. So I called them and the same thing no response.
So they have taken my retainer fee and payment but never completed the paperwork, even though they said they did. They have $2,000 and now will not even respond back. I have now retained another attorney who had to check and refile paperwork that was never done. I even asked if they would reach out to see if they would respond to another attorney and they have NOT!
My recommendation is save your money and months of reaching out to them. They take your money, tell you they have worked on something when they have not and will not respond back.
I am now reaching out to the Toledo Bar Association to get this resolved. This office gives attorneys and bad reputation.
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12 May, 2024 by Natasha mitchell
I will update my rating when all is said and done. For what we did get done, the gentleman was very down to earth and answered all questions and concerns. We will be heading to probate court and see what else is necessary! Great place to check out if you are planning your estate!
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15 Nov, 2023 by Kristle fennell
Chris is the best
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10 May, 2022 by Michael nelson
We paid our $1500 retainer fee then asked them to do some paperwork for the State. They came back and asked for another $500 to complete and submit the paperwork. After several months I reached back out to them and was told we were all good as we were expanding our business into another state.
We then began to work out of that state and was asked to provide our state paperwork our attorney was suppose to have done. When I reached out to them, they would not respond I called, emailed, left messages and even left messages through the assistant. It was months of this before I was told by the assist to try the office manager. So I called them and the same thing no response.
So they have taken my retainer fee and payment but never completed the paperwork, even though they said they did. They have $2,000 and now will not even respond back. I have now retained another attorney who had to check and refile paperwork that was never done. I even asked if they would reach out to see if they would respond to another attorney and they have NOT!
My recommendation is save your money and months of reaching out to them. They take your money, tell you they have worked on something when they have not and will not respond back.
I am now reaching out to the Toledo Bar Association to get this resolved. This office gives attorneys and bad reputation.
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12 May, 2024 by Natasha mitchell
I will update my rating when all is said and done. For what we did get done, the gentleman was very down to earth and answered all questions and concerns. We will be heading to probate court and see what else is necessary! Great place to check out if you are planning your estate!
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15 Nov, 2023 by Kristle fennell
Chris is the best
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10 May, 2022 by Michael nelson
We paid our $1500 retainer fee then asked them to do some paperwork for the State. They came back and asked for another $500 to complete and submit the paperwork. After several months I reached back out to them and was told we were all good as we were expanding our business into another state.
We then began to work out of that state and was asked to provide our state paperwork our attorney was suppose to have done. When I reached out to them, they would not respond I called, emailed, left messages and even left messages through the assistant. It was months of this before I was told by the assist to try the office manager. So I called them and the same thing no response.
So they have taken my retainer fee and payment but never completed the paperwork, even though they said they did. They have $2,000 and now will not even respond back. I have now retained another attorney who had to check and refile paperwork that was never done. I even asked if they would reach out to see if they would respond to another attorney and they have NOT!
My recommendation is save your money and months of reaching out to them. They take your money, tell you they have worked on something when they have not and will not respond back.
I am now reaching out to the Toledo Bar Association to get this resolved. This office gives attorneys and bad reputation.
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12 May, 2024 by Natasha mitchell
I will update my rating when all is said and done. For what we did get done, the gentleman was very down to earth and answered all questions and concerns. We will be heading to probate court and see what else is necessary! Great place to check out if you are planning your estate!
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15 Nov, 2023 by Kristle fennell
Chris is the best
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10 May, 2022 by Michael nelson
We paid our $1500 retainer fee then asked them to do some paperwork for the State. They came back and asked for another $500 to complete and submit the paperwork. After several months I reached back out to them and was told we were all good as we were expanding our business into another state.
We then began to work out of that state and was asked to provide our state paperwork our attorney was suppose to have done. When I reached out to them, they would not respond I called, emailed, left messages and even left messages through the assistant. It was months of this before I was told by the assist to try the office manager. So I called them and the same thing no response.
So they have taken my retainer fee and payment but never completed the paperwork, even though they said they did. They have $2,000 and now will not even respond back. I have now retained another attorney who had to check and refile paperwork that was never done. I even asked if they would reach out to see if they would respond to another attorney and they have NOT!
My recommendation is save your money and months of reaching out to them. They take your money, tell you they have worked on something when they have not and will not respond back.
I am now reaching out to the Toledo Bar Association to get this resolved. This office gives attorneys and bad reputation.
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04 Sep, 2024 by Anonymous
Do yourself a Favor and google this attorney's name. You will find a few unfavorable things that have lead to discipline. Mr. Dzienny doesn't care about his clients. He does the bare minimum and doesn't fight for you. I should have followed my gut from the beginning and found someone else to represent my Son for his accident. Dzienny got a nice check for doing very little.
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19 Jan, 2024 by Montez allen
12 May, 2022 by Micheal thomas
He would have got zero stars for me but don't ever use him He's the laziest lawyer in town don't ever use this class clown!!!
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The payment structure is often discussed during an initial consultation so you can choose the one that best suits your business needs and budget.
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The cost of hiring a business lawyer depends on factors such as:
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It's essential to discuss fee structures upfront to avoid surprises.
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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.
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To ensure you're hiring a reputable business lawyer:
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To make the most out of your first consultation with a business lawyer, prepare the following:
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- 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.
