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21 Aug, 2020 by Kelly
Lawrence Gregory was great to work with while my husband and I were estate planning. He listened to our unique situation and made sure to thoroughly explain all options. He allowed us time to ask many questions and never made us feel rushed to select the best solution to fit our needs. He was also very flexible when setting up meetings during the crazy times of COVID-19. Both Lawrence and his team were very personable and patient and made the whole process very easy for us. I would highly recommend him and his firm!
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08 Feb, 2019 by Anonymous
Larry successfully guided me through the process of selling my interest in my company to my partner. The legal side ran smoothly due to Larry's initiative and skillset. But what made the deal happen was Larry's understanding of the nature of my partner's situation and managing the process in a way that accommodated her emotional needs through closing.
Larry is hands-on, conscientious and committed to finding solutions to legal and business problems. His CPA background was very useful in facilitating this transaction as well.
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21 Nov, 2017 by Joyce
Larry was attentive, smart and helpful. He added value and solved several legal estate planning issues for both my husband and myself. We recommend him without hesitation.
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17 Aug, 2018 by Judy
After the death of my husband, my financial advisor recommended Howard to me. We attended an introductory informational meeting together and decided he was very knowledgeable and I found him very congenial as well. He helped me get all my assets into a trust, made sure my daughter who is my Power of Attorney was thoroughly instructed about her responsibilities, and provides the opportunity for an annual review to make sure everything is in order. I would recommend him without reservation.
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03 Dec, 2017 by Joe and sandy
In 2005 Howard Lang and his legal team put together our trust and will. Everything was done thoroughly and very well organized. We continue to meet with him each year for updating any necessary changes in the laws or for ourselves. Also, he has wonderful seminars throughout the year for his clients and has met with our children and us to explain important subjects. In 2012 we also added an IRA Preservation Trust. We couldn’t be more pleased and confident that our estate has been handled professionally and all is in order.
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18 Nov, 2017 by Dennis
Mr. Lang has consistently demonstrated his professional knowledge and experience over a relationship with us of 20 years. He is very well organized and thorough in all of his work with us. His office staff is well trained and efficient as well as being very client-friendly. Mr. Lang melds a strong legal base with his sincere concern about how our estate planning affects the human aspects of our relationships with beneficiaries, executors, and those with power of attorney over specific parts of our plan. Over the years we have referred family and friends to his practice with, what they say, are excellent results. Mr. Lang has also represented us successfully in an outside estate settlement dispute. We now, and in the past, have always recommended Mr. Lang's practice.
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09 Jun, 2021 by Ted poplawski
We were clients of EBLG in 2010 when we created our initial estate planning documents. We now live in Arizona and miss the counseling, hand-holding and valuable information EBLG provided to us. Your professionalism and thoroughness spoiled us!
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19 Aug, 2020 by John kruckman
Larry and everyone at EBLG are ultimate professionals. They are very thorough and detail oriented, always putting the best interests of their clients first. All while done in a warm, personal manner.
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24 Aug, 2018 by Doug mckinley
Larry is a no nonsense clear thinking attorney. He helped me with a complex contracting challenge with patience and forward thinking. I recommend him to you if you need help sorting out confusing messages that have high stakes in your career or personal path.
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15 Nov, 2024 by Sasha berson
Mr. Feldman is a really well-versed attorney, knowledgeable and experienced. I've had numerous engagements with him and was always impressed.
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18 Jul, 2024 by Zara borkhovik
I worked with Lexern Law Group for my estate planning, and I couldn't be more pleased with the experience. They took the time to explain every step of the process, answering all my questions and addressing any concerns I had. I highly recommend Oleg Feldman and Lexern Law Group to anyone looking for an estate planning lawyer.
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17 Jun, 2024 by Claire o'dea
Kristie Cary Fingerhut has been my lawyer since 2016. She is ethical, professional, educated and well-versed in her field, empathetic, personable, and trustworthy. She has been a lifeboat of calm and safety in the storm of family court. Kristie is always 100% prepared for court appearances and is thorough and prompt in relaying information to me. She responds to my communication in a timely manner. She is a shining example of what a family law attorney should be. I could not have found a better lawyer and am forever indebted to Kristie for the exemplary work she has put into my case.
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27 Nov, 2024 by Paul zielinski
If I could give ZERO STARS, i would.
Our first appointment was set for 9-19-2024-You canceled.
I contacted you on 10-15 to ask why you had not gotten back to me to set up another appointment. Of course, later that day you finally were ready to send me some alternative dates.
You're a joke and your service is a joke.
I'm going to make sure that people who seek you out are aware of how you conduct business and refer your clients to other lawyers.
We made it clear!!! NO LAWYERS!!! Did you even review the intake forms?
I feel you didn’t. As we know for a fact you didn’t review any emails that I sent with financial information. This was proven when you told my wife that you were still waiting for the paperwork that I had already sent you. You made me look like I was trying to hide something for her. Get yourself organized before your meetings and "Ive had a long day with meetings" is not excuse!!
Our expectation was exactly what we had discussed prior to hiring you:
You were to go through our financials and put together a few fair options for either one of us consider to be fair and amicable.
I know I made it clear as day to you that I didn’t want to screw my wife of 37 years over. I told you I wanted her to live a comfortable life, for the rest of her life. Do you even take notes when communicating with clients over phone and zoom calls?
My wife also made the comment that you were very repetitious in your interview trying to milk the clock. I guess you are ONE OF THOSE!!
I would have never thought over a first zoom meeting with you that you would refer a lawyer to help out. We came to you to save money opposed to hiring two attorneys to represent us through our divorce.
I made it very clear to you and I believe my wife did also that we don't want any attorneys involved just mediation!!
You also seem to be unorganized and obviously overworked. You should probably consider retiring. You may want to also update your picture on your website-
I sat and wondered last night what type of Kickback you’re getting from the attorney you referred.??
I also plan on letting the Judge O’Malley know in courtroom 401 what you're all about.
I also plan on contacting the Illinois State Bar Association, Family Mediation @ Illinois State Bar Association, Mediation Council of Illinois and the Chicago Center for Family Health.
God bless you I don't know how you can sleep at night but you'll have to face someone at the golden gates eventually.
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26 Aug, 2024 by Kailash barela
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09 Nov, 2024 by Linda lannon
Love these guys. Patient, Personable, Professional. I hope I never ever need them again.... but if I do I'm glad they are there.
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18 Mar, 2024 by Javier castro
Alex Campos lawyer ignorant and liar
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18 Mar, 2024 by Steve wenz
I'd recommend them to anybody.
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