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07 Mar, 2017 by Patrice
I have sought Chip's legal counsel on many occasions; primarily business related. However, he has helped with family and estate concerns as well. His professionalism, expertise, kindness, and expediency is what we all hope for in the professionals we hire. He is a jewel in the legal sphere and I feel quite fortunate to have him as my legal counsel.
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06 Feb, 2017 by Anonymous
Mr. Goldstein, or Chip as he likes to be called, helped me sort out my grandmothers estate issues in a timely manner before she died so that I wouldn't be left with a million and one problems.
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26 May, 2015 by Jen
Deborah handled my divorce and she was extremely knowledgeable of Virginia law and kept me informed of what to expect every step of the way. In a world where people seem to forget how personal and important legal matters are to the individuals affected, Deborah treated my case as though it was just as important to her as it is to me. She never lost sight that this was a major event in my life and the importance of her role as my attorney. She is the perfect balance of compassion, intelligence, and no nonsense. I would recommend her to anyone looking to have someone who went into this business because they care about the people they represent.
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02 Apr, 2015 by Faye
Several years ago, 2007, to be specific, I found Bill Truban to be of great comfort while my mother was very ill. After she passed away, he was still very graciously available for advice as he represented my mother's estate. He was kind, yet very honest, representing the person who was his actual client, my mother. I will always have the greatest admiration for him and the conscientious job that he did for my mother and her estate.
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03 Aug, 2012 by Wes
I was airlifted to UVA after an accident in which I have no memory of even entering the vehicle. Â I spent 3 weeks in the ICU & 2 days in a regular room. Â I only have some memory of the last two days.
The "trooper" at the scene of my accident did everything he could to find some crime with which to charge me, even after I had a boot clot in my lung almost causing my death in the ICU, & they suggested to me that this is what had happened to cause my accident.
Why would he do this, you may ask? Â Because, even though I am a gunsmith, Glock Armorer, & have taken many NRA & other Advanced Hangun Courses & instruct friends & family privately, I was carrying more than one gun! Â Though the second gun was unloaded & in my pocket & in the LEAST powerful pistol cartridge in the world, even though I had a permit and have held one for YEARS & harmed NO ONE, though my wounded Grandfather killed the Nazi that bayoneted him & I carried this ancient relic as a reminder & "good luck" charm, even though it is so old, unreliable, & underpowered as to be USELESS for self-defense, this man who calls himself a VA State Trooper was determined to "get me" with the ONLY thing he could come up with from which I could not defend myself -wreckless driving! You see, I have NO memory of the event whatsoever, have driven that stretch of road hundreds if not thousands of times safely, & I could think of nothing whatsoever to defend myself. Â I was guilty until proven innocent!
Having used Victor in the adoption of my daughter years before, having had him successfully handle a divorce case for a LE close friend of mine, I retained him again to represent me in this matter.
I went to court, Mr. Santos conferred with opposing council & the "state trooper," & then patted my shoulder & suggested we speak outside. Â Upon leaving the courtroom, he informed me that the case would not be heard for some time; but I did not need to stay, as it was going to be dismissed!
Soon after, I received a letter from Victor stating that the case had been dismissed; but it also warned that a stenographer had been present for some party that claimed I was responsible for their far less injury.
They did sue & the insurance company settled with them. Â It is much easier to find someone guilty by a preponderance of the evidence in a civil case than it is to find them guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a criminal case. Â My insurance company's attorney represented me in the civil case, & lied straight to my face about what was & was not going to be said. Â That said, Mr. Santos did an excellent job throughout what I retained him to do, as he does for everyone; I would hire him again in a second & will always recommend him to any innocent person I meet who is in need of the very BEST attorney!
The "state trooper" even SUGGESTED TO MY WIFE, as I was being loaded into a helicopter & on death's door, that I was running from something, tying to commit suicide, etc! Â He said this to my grief-stricken wife as I was leaving one hospital for another, thinking I would surely die! Â I had a broken neck, a broken back, broken. ribs, was crushed on my left side with a rib THROUGH my left lung, my right lung was collapsed, & I had a brain bleed. Â The "trooper" had thought me dead at the scene & even talked about calling his superior to report me so, as I was unresponsive! With probably more qualifications than HE had, veterans & former LE throughout my family & a circle of friends who are either milititary, ex-military, LE, former LE, or some combinations thereof, this man who calls himself a "Virgina State Trooper" set out to crucify me!
Remember, "Troopers are for your protection!" Â Well, not this one! Â He delivered my "ticket" to me, as I was barely able to stand, still in my bathrobe, & told me the same as he told my wife: "There was NO evidence you were exceeding the speed limit!" Â He then wrote the exact opposite in his report & LIED in his testimony at the deposition!
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17 Oct, 2017 by Mariah
Felt comfort from the moment I called his team. I found Adam on google . I haven't had to deal with lawyers before in this sense and I was very nervous and had the mind set that lawyers were to be scared of and were intimidating . Adam is not this at all. He's straight forward and honest but will help you to understand your case and put your mind at ease to make it a smooth ride for you. I would trust to use Adam again in any future transactions in the name of law .
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11 Oct, 2017 by Anonymous
Even though he could have gotten more fees from me, Mr. Hartley explained that sometimes there are more, cheaper options available other than lawyers.
For example, trusts are great, but in my situation, I could get the protection I needed from Umbrella Insurance at a tiny fraction of the price. Who knew it covered that stuff? I thought it was just for if you hit your limits on an accident, but it actually can sometimes cover personal liability.
Oh, he and his people also helped me re-title my house, which apparently was done wrong by my previous preparer when I bought the place. I was surprised and frustrated but grateful that someone pointed out to me the error. They handled it quickly and efficiently and at an affordable price.
Also, his support staff is amazing! I was trying to pay online using a credit card and couldn't figure it out and within about 2 minutes, I got a phone call from the front desk who offered to do it for me. I didn't even have to pick up the phone or find their number.
Everyone is very professional and gives frank and helpful legal advice. I was very happy and surprised when they suggested low cost alternatives, and how quickly and easily everything went.
The next house I buy, modification to a will I need, or if I'm ever sued, I know who I'm calling!
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08 Jan, 2015 by Bill
Sandy Bowen handled my separation and divorce with the utmost professionalism and was able to take me through a very difficult process with positive results. Sandy took the time to fully understand the dynamics of my case, determined what I wanted to achieve and gave me realistic advice on what to expect and not expect at trial. Sandy Bowen was very organized and fully prepared during the several times we were in court. I was impressed with how she presented the facts of my case and her abilty to cross examine and interact with the judge and citing other cases for precident. Most impressive was how she explored the law and suggested the use of a vocational expert to represent earnings potential of my spouse. I found Sandy to be very down to earth and easy to relate to and a true collaborator. While no one is comfortable in this kind of situation where results in court can be unpredictable, I had a feeling with Sandy Bowen that she was working in my best interest.
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26 May, 2012 by Anthony greene
Sid will talk to you frankly, he won't sugar-coat what you can expect from the process, he'll talk you through a plan of action, and he'll implement that plan exactly the way he agreed. His fees are clear and fair, he communicates regularly (without charging for short emails or phone calls to update you) and he gets the job done with sound advice and a well-organized plan.
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17 Mar, 2017 by Linda
My husband and I purchased our first home this past winter. We could not be happier with our choice of attorneys. We had heard such horror stories about the homebuying process, but due to Mr. Will's level of skill, knowledge and professionalism and the services we received from a realtor and lender recommended by Mr. Will's paralegal, Dody, our experience was a wonderful experience, one that we will remember for a long, long time. Thanks, Mr. Will and Dody, for making the homebuying experience a pleasant one!
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28 Jun, 2016 by Jonathan
Mr. Brascher recently handled a personal injury claim for me. He was extremely personable and very easy to reach. He took the time to answer any questions I had and always responded very promptly to phone calls and emails. The next time I am in need of legal services I will definitely return to him. Over all he made me feel like a valued client and and that he was genuinely concerned with getting me the best outcome possible. I would highly recommend him to anyone in need of legal services.
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26 Mar, 2016 by Anonymous
One of the best attorney's I have had for any legal action, custody and property problems. Friendly, honest attorney.
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08 Jun, 2022 by Barbara
I was very happy with my Will service. Aree was very kind and professional. She explained everything very clearly so I understood the entire process. Would recommend her in the future.
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31 Oct, 2013 by Tom
My wife had a speeding ticket that was over 85 mph so it was a reckless driving offense. After talking to several different lawyers who quoted prices, some over a $1000, and gave little information I called this office. I spoke to the Legal Assistant who spend twenty minutes explaining the law and what we could do. Their price by the way was hundreds of dollars cheaper than anyone else. Did I mention my wife also had two other speeding tickets in the past two years? Mr. Beales was able to get the fine reduced to regular speeding. We live in Georgia and never had to appear in court in VA. I can't tell you how glad we were to find him.
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17 Apr, 2017 by Jacob
Jennifer was very thorough informational and drafting of my estate planning documents. She was very nice to work with and always has a smile on her face. Although I was sceptical because of her youth, she is extremely knowledgeable, even more so than older attorneys I've hired or fired. Would highly recommend. I look forward to going back and working with her to re-organize my business.
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20 Mar, 2010 by Tom
HIs advice has saved me many times what it is worth. Thank you Dan
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07 Feb, 2013 by Steve
We have a local attorney on retainer for general issues but when specific, detailed, important and/or general knowlege of an issue is important and required, Paul Breakman has been our 'go to guy' for all our legal, regulatory or legislative needs. Also whenever we see liability or exposure as a possibility to our organization we want Paul involved to make sure the appropriate I's & T's are dotted and crossed. Attentive, thorough, very prompt. Has never failed to deliver as expected. With Paul - give direction, get results. Gives me a comfortable feeling as an administrator, as I'm not an attorney that I am proceeding prudently and appropriately.
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30 Nov, 2014 by Eshrat
I have consulted him whenever I have felt helpless. He is one of the most knowledgeable lawyers whose first priority is his clients well being. He is trustworthy, respectful, responsible, organised, and caring. He is reachable, and willing to go to details with his clients. I have felt taken care of after every consultation I have had with him.
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16 Apr, 2016 by Carol cohen
I asked Stephen to review a non-compete and confidentiality agreement I had signed with my employer. I wanted to make sure I wouldn't be at risk of lawsuit by accepting a job I was interested in. Stephen was extremely thorough in his review. He raised issues I had not even considered and provided well-reasoned advice. He was easy to communicate with, responding promptly to both email and phone. Highly recommended.
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03 Mar, 2013 by Eloise
Great attorney ... one you can trust. Worked with numerous attorneys -both personally and professionally - in the past, most are despicable. In any case, I trust him implicitly. Have worked with him on banking, wills, trusts, etc.
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10 Feb, 2020 by Erik korondy
My friend owed me money and it looked like he was never going to pay it. I decided to take the legal route and contacted a lawyer who first said we need proof, So we contacted Legal Evidence Corp and they got what we needed.
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31 Dec, 2014 by Raymond
Great job in advising me three years ago re a serious employment problem. Very easy to work with and communicates with clients expeditiously!
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09 Jan, 2009 by Anonymous
Andrew is a pro bono legal counsel for AALEAD, a highly respected non-profit youth development organization in the DC Region. Andrew's services have been excellent and exemplary. I truly can sleep at night, knowing I and AALEAD receive the most professional and prompt services from Andrew and by extension, the firm of Latham & Watkins. Andrew often goes beyond the call of duty and is very proactive in guiding me/AALEAD in compliance and other issues. I trust his advice and his input has been a useful tool in my organizational planning.
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03 Jan, 2018 by Fred rosenberger
17 Feb, 2013 by Patricia
Linda represented me at a hearing at INOVA Fairfax Hospital. She was professional, compassionate, and kept me informed at all times. She willingly answered my questions even after the hearing was over. I could not have gotten through a very difficult situation in my life without her assistance.
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29 Oct, 2015 by Andrew tillotson
Wharton Aldhizer & Weaver has a caring staff that's dedicated their individual clients. The lawyers in the firm are experienced, dedicated, and masters within their areas of practice. I trust their work and would highly recommend them to friends and family.
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28 Jul, 2019 by Chandran mishra
18 Jan, 2021 by Shiv
Very positive experience going to Obenshain Law Group! Justin and his staff are top quality when it comes to legal services and I always felt like I was in the best hands. Throughout the case, I saw the deep commitment from Justin and Maud to help me with my case and it was very reassuring. It was an excellent experience working with Justin who I felt had a thorough understanding of the law, very confident and most understanding. Maud was a pillar of strength, so thorough with due process, always patient, empathetic and gave me such confidence at every step of the process. Justin and team, you guys are the best at what you do! Thanks for helping me out in this case.
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29 Oct, 2015 by Andrew tillotson
Wharton Aldhizer & Weaver has a caring staff that's dedicated their individual clients. The lawyers in the firm are experienced, dedicated, and masters within their areas of practice. I trust their work and would highly recommend them to friends and family.
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06 Aug, 2015 by Karen
Louis Nagy did an excellent job for my son. He was very patience, informative and did everything he said he would. His negotiation skills are excellent and we are extremely happy with the service Mr. Nagy provided us. I would highly recommend.
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04 May, 2009 by Anonymous
I used Robert for some contractual agreements to be modified. He did an exemplary job in solving my needs. In the long term he was helpful in helping my firm negotiate a better deal with our constituents.
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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.
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