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14 Aug, 2024 by Jesus fajardo
Mr. Cashman helped me with a case, and Mr. Cashman is professional, his very knowledgeable in his field, very kind, clear with his strategies and takes in account the clients emotions. Overall, he's an amazing attorney
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03 Apr, 2024 by Lady t.
The absolute best probate lawyer in the Bay Area! Look no further for a competent lawyer...Atty. Cashman will get your case settled!
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24 Jan, 2023 by Casey gillikin
Mike is very knowledgeable and thoughtful about estate planning. We had an initial consultation session that exceeded all of my expectations. I highly recommend his services to anyone getting started with their estate planning.
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09 Oct, 2023 by Garret jones
Analisa Pratt is great to work with. Professional, prompt and patient. Highly recommend for your estate planning needs.
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18 Mar, 2022 by Chriss sanders
I would sincerely like to retract my previous review. I apparently had reached out to Analisa Pratt with incorrect contact informations.
Because of the review, Analisa reached out to me, and we're now enjoying a very good and thorough professional relationship.
I apologise if my less-than-stellar review caused anyone to disregard the other excellent reviews. I also apologize to Analisa if my too-quick response cause any trouble for her.
In my book, she works very hard to earn the 5-star review above. Thank you.
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12 Jan, 2022 by Joey gonsalves
Julia is great. My only regret is that I wish I had found her sooner. I had to learn the hard way that there are a lot of bad lawyers out there. Divorce is very stressful, but Julia was able to minimize that stress and help me come to the resolution I was looking for with out destroying any future chances for a successful co-parenting relationship.
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26 Oct, 2020 by Red g
The universe smiled upon me when I was referred to John Martin. Just being able to explain my very emotionally charged issue(Probate) to someone who actually listened, asked valid, pertinent questions and was able to explain the reality and totality of my situation was the RELIEF I desperately needed. After speaking to John, I felt as if a huge weight was lifted and hope returned. I don't know if he is going to take my case but just speaking to him was enough for me. He restored belief in, not only myself, but my reason & cause for going through this horrible situation. I cannot adequately express in words what he did for me! 5 stars isn't enough!
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09 Nov, 2013 by Maureen
We used John Martin to create our Living Trust and later, to draw up a legal papers regarding a shared equity purchase. In both cases, John Martin was incredibly knowledgable, professional, a wealth of wisdom - truly went beyond what we had expected. John is personable and very comfortable to work with. We have referred him to numerous others and every time people thank us for doing so.
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07 Nov, 2013 by Anonymous
John is a very professional lawyer that clearly explains his services. He listens to your concerns and gets back to you in a timely way. His prices are fair and his ongoing service is very useful. After a serious accident last year he worked with my family to find the proper legal sources that I needed. I then could recover in peace knowing things had been taken care of.
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20 Mar, 2022 by James ferrando
My accountant gave home my taxes and 5 days later...all done
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17 Nov, 2021 by Steve boyd
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20 Mar, 2022 by James ferrando
My accountant gave home my taxes and 5 days later...all done
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17 Nov, 2021 by Steve boyd
10 Feb, 2023 by ê¹€ì •í™˜
20 Mar, 2022 by James ferrando
My accountant gave home my taxes and 5 days later...all done
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17 Nov, 2021 by Steve boyd
10 Feb, 2023 by ê¹€ì •í™˜
20 Mar, 2022 by James ferrando
My accountant gave home my taxes and 5 days later...all done
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17 Nov, 2021 by Steve boyd
15 Jun, 2016 by Jan and david
It would be difficult to find a better estate planning attorney than Analisa Pratt in the Bay Area. She is thorough, organized, and extremely smart. She worked with us to revise an outdated trust, and gave us an estate plan, and we are thrilled with the final product. Now we can forget about it, and focus on other things. Here are some of the things we liked:
• Flat Fee: We paid ½ of fee upon signing the agreement, and the rest upon completion of the finished product. She offered to redo anything we didn’t like at any time for no additional charge. There were no other fees.
• Questionnaire: We filled out a questionnaire with our own information before the first meeting. This prevents numerous changes and greatly reduces the chance for errors.
• Graphics and Explanations: We found her visual explanations made the intricacies of the estate plan much easier to follow
• Trust Language: The estate plan used easy to follow English instead of legalese. It was clear and concise and easy to understand.
• Communication: She stayed in touch by E mail and phone to address any questions we might have.
• Summary: We found Analisa Pratt to be an excellent estate planning attorney. We recommend her without any reservations.
Jan and David W
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01 May, 2016 by Anonymous
Analisa and I were laws school classmates. Although we weren’t that close, we had quite a few classes together as we were both in the Honors program. Even back then, Analisa had always striked me as an extremely intelligent, hardworking and genuinely kind person with great work ethics. Upon learning that Analisa has opened her own practice, I immediately went to her for my estate needs even though her office is 1.5 hours away from me. I didn’t bother to shop around as I knew that I could count on Analisa to do a fantastic job. Analisa was very patient and a pleasure to work with throughout the process. Every time I had questions(and I had quite a lot), she always responded quickly and thoroughly addressed any concerns I had. Towards the end of the process, Analisa was extremely accommodating and went above and beyond her scope of service in helping me get everything wrapped up before I started a new job. I’m completely happy with Analisa’s service and would highly recommend her.
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15 Mar, 2016 by Michael
I was referred to Analisa by a friend and had a very positive experience. Analisa is extremely knowledgeable and does a fantastic job describing complex estate planning issues. She takes the time to understand your situation and objectives before offering advice. I highly recommend her if you are looking for a professional, competent and down-to-earth estate planning attorney.
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03 May, 2024 by Esther wojcicki
Wonderful person and smart lawyer!
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06 Jun, 2021 by Eddie macedo
Very powerful attorney services
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19 Jan, 2017 by Sheila moore santana
Fabulous attorney with excellent knowledge!
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27 Mar, 2016 by Anonymous
I highly recommend Ellen for any real estate or business situations needing legal representation. My family was involved in the sale of some property that lasted several years. A family member with extensive real estate dealings recommended Ellen early on, explaining, 'She's the best.' How right they were. Ellen's astute knowledge, poise, professionalism, and ability to quickly assess our situation and make recommendations was just what we needed to finalize the deal. She made the process much easier and smoother than what we'd anticipated.
Thank you, Ellen. You indeed are the best.
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23 Mar, 2016 by Kerry
I have worked with Ellen many times over the years. Ellen is very attentive, sharp, skilled, and an excellent lawyer to run legal issues by.
She handled all of my complex contracts involving raw land and residential home sales. This required extreme patience and full understanding of the terms of the deals presented before me. She listens and communicates very well, and educated me with possibilities that I took to make informed decisions.
If you are looking for an expert in real estate law, Ellen is your go to lawyer.
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22 Jan, 2021 by Sally
I hired Melody after a fraudulent account was opened in my name at a local Jewelry store. Melody took care of all necessary paperwork and communications with the store owner and the defrauded bank. After an investigation, the bank found in my favor and cancelled the account.
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21 Aug, 2020 by Stiliyan
It was great pleasure to work with Melody. She impress us with her knowledge about the subject and didn't disappoint us. At the end we get the desired results.
Thank you!
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12 Jun, 2017 by Anonymous
When my husband died suddenly and unexpectedly, the fact that our estate plan was in place made dealing with our assets much easier. It was an incredibly difficult time for our family, and having an attorney I trusted to administer the estate made the process less of a burden.
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30 Sep, 2016 by Eric krebs
Top notch estate planning attorneys.
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10 Jul, 2014 by Anonymous
Our team worked with Mike for many years. Mike is an exceptional lawyer with great understanding of business issues and needs. He has a knack for quickly grasping difficult business issues, which helped solve difficult problems quickly. He is a great guy to have on your team.
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17 Feb, 2017 by Robert f. marshall
Clifford is a great Judge Pro-temp. My 1996 divorce was from hell. When you are tired of paying for it...... When you need expert legal help call Cliff.
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10 Dec, 2021 by Tim billups
My wife and I had a great experience consulting with Nanette about our retirement planning. She was pleasant, asked the right questions and was very professional. We highly recommend.
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16 Dec, 2017 by Nancy martinez
Nanette handled my divorce and I couldn’t have made a better choice in hiring her. Truly excellent. I refer people to her all the time.
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10 Dec, 2021 by Tim billups
My wife and I had a great experience consulting with Nanette about our retirement planning. She was pleasant, asked the right questions and was very professional. We highly recommend.
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16 Dec, 2017 by Nancy martinez
Nanette handled my divorce and I couldn’t have made a better choice in hiring her. Truly excellent. I refer people to her all the time.
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10 Dec, 2021 by Tim billups
My wife and I had a great experience consulting with Nanette about our retirement planning. She was pleasant, asked the right questions and was very professional. We highly recommend.
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16 Dec, 2017 by Nancy martinez
Nanette handled my divorce and I couldn’t have made a better choice in hiring her. Truly excellent. I refer people to her all the time.
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10 Dec, 2021 by Tim billups
My wife and I had a great experience consulting with Nanette about our retirement planning. She was pleasant, asked the right questions and was very professional. We highly recommend.
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16 Dec, 2017 by Nancy martinez
Nanette handled my divorce and I couldn’t have made a better choice in hiring her. Truly excellent. I refer people to her all the time.
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10 Dec, 2021 by Tim billups
My wife and I had a great experience consulting with Nanette about our retirement planning. She was pleasant, asked the right questions and was very professional. We highly recommend.
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16 Dec, 2017 by Nancy martinez
Nanette handled my divorce and I couldn’t have made a better choice in hiring her. Truly excellent. I refer people to her all the time.
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24 May, 2019 by Al z
He is the best and most helpful and successful attorney I have ever seen in my life! I highly recommend to hire him to become your attorney! He is pretty sharp, educated, powerful and knowledgeable about laws!
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24 May, 2019 by Al z
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24 May, 2019 by Al z
He is the best and most helpful and successful attorney I have ever seen in my life! I highly recommend to hire him to become your attorney! He is pretty sharp, educated, powerful and knowledgeable about laws!
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24 May, 2019 by Al z
He is the best and most helpful and successful attorney I have ever seen in my life! I highly recommend to hire him to become your attorney! He is pretty sharp, educated, powerful and knowledgeable about laws!
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24 May, 2019 by Al z
He is the best and most helpful and successful attorney I have ever seen in my life! I highly recommend to hire him to become your attorney! He is pretty sharp, educated, powerful and knowledgeable about laws!
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24 May, 2019 by Al z
He is the best and most helpful and successful attorney I have ever seen in my life! I highly recommend to hire him to become your attorney! He is pretty sharp, educated, powerful and knowledgeable about laws!
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24 May, 2019 by Al z
He is the best and most helpful and successful attorney I have ever seen in my life! I highly recommend to hire him to become your attorney! He is pretty sharp, educated, powerful and knowledgeable about laws!
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24 May, 2019 by Al z
He is the best and most helpful and successful attorney I have ever seen in my life! I highly recommend to hire him to become your attorney! He is pretty sharp, educated, powerful and knowledgeable about laws!
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24 May, 2019 by Al z
He is the best and most helpful and successful attorney I have ever seen in my life! I highly recommend to hire him to become your attorney! He is pretty sharp, educated, powerful and knowledgeable about laws!
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24 May, 2019 by Al z
He is the best and most helpful and successful attorney I have ever seen in my life! I highly recommend to hire him to become your attorney! He is pretty sharp, educated, powerful and knowledgeable about laws!
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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.
