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27 Jul, 2022 by Brian “windy” winter
Ugh 😣😫 I have a few minutes 😃😂 I have a meeting at your place 😉🐱 and your mom is it 🙂🤣 3 I will get my life in my life
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20 Aug, 2021 by Karen & elvis cabral
05 Jan, 2021 by Ralph varoz
15 Oct, 2024 by Heath hatch
I can’t say enough good things about The Park Firm. From day 1 I was welcomed in and treated with respect. Throughout the entire divorce process Jim was very knowledgeable and focused on my case. The #1 thing that I can say that blew me away about the park firm is that Jim was always concerned and watching out for how much this was costing me. He didn’t request or review any unnecessary documents form my Ex’s attorney. Jim knew what I was wanting for an end result and stuck to the plan. Didn’t contact me unnecessarily and therefore saved me a bunch of money on this particular case. The girls working behind the scenes in the office were very knowledgeable and always willing to answer questions. Very quick to respond. I can not say enough good things about The Park Firm. Highly recommended, and I will use them for all of my future needs.
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21 Aug, 2024 by Sandra steed
Went through the Park firm for my divorce. I had an unusual situation and The park Firm was amazing! I needed Treyson to be my voice because I was too scared to stand on my own. Which he did I never made me feel small about it. Treyson was always proactive with things that needed to be done. Took a long time waiting for the other side to do the things that they needed to do. Which made me appreciate even more that my lawyer was on top of all the things he could be. The receptionists were very kind, ynderstanding, knowledgeable and were able to answer many questions I had about my case. Not only do I highly recommend this firm, but I recommend anybody going through a bad situation to retain a lawyer. It's a lot easier to start off with one who will stand for you and protect you, then try to change legalities later.
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13 Aug, 2024 by Kylee spray
My dad has used Jim Park for many years so he’s the first person my dad referred me to when dealing with child custody! He was so
helpful and got me in super quick to get things taken care of. Would recommend to anyone!
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03 May, 2020 by Anonymous
Joe looks professional. He helped me get the best possible outcome and got me out of jail faster than the public defender. He answered my emails,kept me informed of the progress of my case. He answered my calls late at night. He visited me in jail several times. I appreciate his defense. I would recommend him to whoever needs legal assistance.
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25 Sep, 2019 by Amador
Mr Alamilla was extremely professional and dedicated to my case. He helped me through the legal process and made it extremely easy for me to live my day to day life. He lifted the burden and stress of the court proceedings.
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16 Sep, 2019 by Maria
Joseph made our fears not so big. He kept us informed and talked to us with kindness. Joseph is very open-minded. He took our case and as far as I am concerned he is the best. Do not hesitate to seek his services.
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08 Jan, 2024 by Anonymous
I think “Benny” was probably a good attorney at one point - now he’s a very selfish, dishonest attorney that doesn’t even pretend to care if you get a good defense. Also, when I called other attorneys, several told me to steer clear of Benny. I hope he gets the help he needs or changes career fields.
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21 Jul, 2023 by Anonymous
Benny Salcido was not forthcoming with information pertinent to my case, made my family wait days before receiving critical information to my case, and seemed unprepared and unprofessional in my two court hearings. I had to reach out multiple times before I could get information I needed. While I waited in jail, he charged my parents exorbitant amounts of money while being functionally useless to me. Him and his office failed to email me necessary documents and caused a significant delay to my legal proceedings. I cannot in good conscious recommend the services of the Salcido law firm to anyone but my sworn enemies.
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17 Jul, 2021 by Anonymous
Originally called Brother Christopher and somehow ended up with Spencer, Benny, or whatever. Nice enough guy. Somewhat newly licensed at the time. The most basic of representation. Minor criminal offense but I just as well have not had an attorney and would have received the same sentence while saving the $2000 fee. He did his job, though. I guess.
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15 Feb, 2024 by Chelsey feldman
I worked with Kevin Tanner through my employer's legal insurance program. I reached out to him for a consultation on a car accident settlement with an insurance company. In just 30 minutes, he gave me valuable advice that enabled me me settle the claim for a very fair payment from the insurance company. He was also very honest in his recommendations and did not try to upsell me on expensive services I didn't need for my situation.
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20 Dec, 2023 by Christian knighton
Attorney Karra Porter said she would send a gramma request to get a 911 call and other police records for our family. After a month or two I called back to follow up and her paralegal stated that they had forgot to do it due to a family emergency but that they would definitely still do it. After another month or so I called back to see if there were any updates and was not called back. Over a period of close to 4-6 months they have not returned my phone calls or voicemails. At one point the receptionist told me that Karra would call me back the next day and she did not. If they were not interested or willing to look into this I would have found another attorney. But both Karra and her paralegal said they would do this for me and they did not; or if they have done it they have not given me any updates. Due to this delay we have now passed the 1 year mark of my family member’s passing and may not be able to hold the city accountable if there was in fact any neglect of duty. I believed that Karra was sincere in her willingness to help out my family but due to either her failure to act or failure to inform us of any actions taken, she has done our family more harm than if she would have simply declined.
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22 Oct, 2023 by Louis ossola
Tanner Lenart did an outstanding Job in representing us to get our Liquor License for our new business on time and a 100% completed. I would recommend this firm to anyone. Very professional and very timely in all matters.
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29 Jul, 2022 by Jason
I hired Anthony on several occasions for different criminal cases. To say he was amazing would be an understatement. He went over and above with ensuring we were informed at all times as well as worked toward a good resolution on all cases.
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23 Sep, 2019 by Anonymous
Hired him years back to help on a case and he literally did nothing except take money. Sent me papers for a case that he said he wrote up but were papers for a completely different case he just inserted my name instead. Would not hire whatsoever.
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03 Jun, 2018 by Jason
He has done criminal and family for me and has always done a excellent job I recommend him to everyone I hear needing a lawyer
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24 Mar, 2021 by Tyson
she is dishonest she will take your money and never enter an appearance or file anything and say your retainer was spent reading the case she could not even figure out how to open a google link she made me send evrey document by email and then could not remember what is what honestly she was very personable at first but after a month with nothing and after having paid and she told me she could not appear for me i said i did not need her help and would like my money back as she had did nothing and she got very confrontational if you want to win your case i recommend do not hire her !!!
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12 Feb, 2020 by Kourtney
Frances worked aggressively for me but always made me feel at ease and was always willing to explain what was going on at anytime! She helped make my family complete and we couldn't thank her enough!
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24 Aug, 2017 by Jim
I had been falsely accused of a crime and I was working with a different attorney who was taking my case in the wrong direction. On recommendation of a friend I called Frances. She immediately recognized what had to be done and proved my innocence! Frances worked aggressively for me but was always calm, professional, courteous, and above all very caring.
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01 Sep, 2024 by Anonymous
Laziest attorney on earth. Jaime charges for time that she has no proof of. She files paperwork incorrectly. She's drunk on the job. She cancels constantly. She does not answer phone calls. She inherited from her mom and dad and thinks that she doesn't have to earn her way to success. Spoiled foolish girl. Do not use her as an attorney. She's even refered me to her friends during the divorce to try to make her reality friends money . She even denied payments and told people that clients are not paying her. Total fraud and needs to get investigated. Nothing more to say. Horrible Horrible Horrible Horrible Horrible Horrible Horrible
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14 Mar, 2024 by Kyle
She did all of the final documentation completely opposite of what my ex and I agreed upon. Even my ex was insulated by my attorneys stupidity (Jaime Topham) . She copied someone else's documentation and put my name on it. She charged me $4,000 to do everything wrong, in which we didn't find out for weeks after the documentation was officially through the legal system. She even admitted showed up drunk.
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03 Mar, 2024 by Patti kimball
Waist of time and money… not even one star… not for the clinic at all.. wouldn’t even listen to my story… sad just sad…
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23 Jan, 2023 by Jesse
Matthew was able to resolve my ticket.
I highly recommend him.
We ended out entering a Plea and Abeyance which proved best option. 6 months and I had now record of the ticket.
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16 Dec, 2022 by Alexander
Thank you for your professionalism and knowledge. Your help is very much appreciated.
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23 Mar, 2022 by Anonymous
I retained Matt for two reasons, his prices were reasonable and I was broke. To make a long story short, in a divorce with no assets, the entire process, including sitting down with my ex and her lawyer on three separate occasions, absolutely nothing was accomplished. In the end I went from being a FT father to seeing my kids on wednesday and every other weekend. Matt argued for nothing in my defense, and that worked out just the way you would assume it would...I got screwed. In the end we paid for a 3rd party to do the work (for 200.00) that Matt should have done. Still can't figure out how a guy like this keeps his license and makes a living at what he does....some people were born to work in food service, Matt should be one of them...
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13 Jun, 2018 by Thomas matthew
Utah law does allow for an annulment, but it is very challenging and very rarely granted. They are complex cases and the rules are very precise on what is allowed for annulment.
I had a complex issue that I strongly believed constituted an annulment vs a divorce. Justin Ashworth conferred with me directly on multiple occasions and advised at the onset of the case that this would be a challenge and that there is no guarantee the Judge would grant an annulment and possibley make me choke down a divorce. I was worried as the Judge advised on preliminary hearing that he had never granted an annulment and wondered why a divorce would not apply., Justin Ashworth did his research in case law, conferred with me in person to obtaini exhibits and listen to my story. He developed a game plan on how to proceed throughout the process. Practiced with me and put together the case.
Justin Ashworth was able to eloquently answer that question the Judge had asked why an annulment and not divorce. I was granted my annulment. This was indeed a challenging case and I am very pleased will the patience, professionalism work that Justin Ashworth provided. I hope I never have to use him again but if I had another family law issue, I definitely would not hesitate to use him again.
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15 Mar, 2018 by Mark
I paid him $2500 initially to look into any appeals available to concerning a DCFS support decision affecting my daughter. Decision was made by an "administrative law judge" without a notice or opportunity to appear. There is a reason this clown doesn't have an office or a way to contact him - he doesn't want to be found. When I attempt to fire him for doing virtually nothing my certified mail to his website address was returned as non-deliverable. I filed a complaint with the Utah State Bar and he made false statements and submitted bogus billing charges mostly for "internet searches" at $225 an hour. Lazy and incompetent!
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02 May, 2017 by Anonymous
Before hiring Justin, I had hired another attorney (Ste... Ch.........). That attorney (Ste... Ch.........) was the worst attorney. The moment I hired Justin, I could see the differences and the progress in my divorce case. He is the ultimate professional. He answered my questions in detail. He returned my call every time.
He is very knowledgeable and understands your situations very well.
He is simply outstanding. I would recommend anyone to him for the divorce matter.
A+ to this attorney.
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15 Feb, 2024 by Anonymous
I contacted this attorney asking some very basic questions. I was told he would email me back but never did. I then messaged him on AVVO and he never responded.
I can understand if he is not interested in my case, but why waste people time by not replying.
Very disappointing.
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20 Oct, 2016 by George
I had contacted my nephew , a lawyer in California, because of a serious escalation in the harassment to myself from an individual who was an acquaintance I had known here in California but had moved to Utah. This individual was calling me at home, at my office accusing me of the most ludicrous offenses against him, his family and even his pets. This had been going on for quite awhile but when his harassment went from threatening phone calls to being served a restraining order , a small claims court case, and trying to get a D.A. order for my arrest for alleged hate crimes against him and his family, I had to protect myself and get legal advice and representation. I was worried and did not know what to do until I contacted my nephew. Unfortunately he was not licensed to practice law in the state of Utah, but fortunately he asked his senior partners if they had a recommendation and they all said without a doubt the law firm of Andrew Deiss was who I should contact. Well that was over a year ago and I am so fortunate that I was directed to him. From day one Andrew's law firm has had my back, have taken care of me legally and emotionally by giving me peace of mind and all the reassurance that I am safe and they are there for me. I cannot say enough about the confidence I have in Andrew Deiss and his team and their professionalism ,attention to detail and the sage advice I always receive from him. Needless to say he and his law firm's legal expertise and understanding of the law is one of the best and top ranked in the state of Utah. This is quite evident in all my interactions with Andrew and the members of his law firm and his staff. If nothing else his track record speaks for itself. I am still in contract with the law firm and they are on the constant look out for me to be sure that no adverse action is being taken out against me. I know that my well being is number one priority to him and that I am not just a nameless file . I truly feel that Andrew, his law firm, all the other lawyers and the lay staff ( especially Stacey ) cares for me and my situation. I can sleep well at night knowing that the law firm of Andrew Deiss is on my side and I am so grateful and appreciative of all they do for me. I cannot thank Andrew and his team enough for having my back and giving me the best legal care and advice I could possibly have. Without a doubt I would highly recommend Andrew Deiss and his team to anyone in need of legal counsel , you will not be disappointed and you will not find a better more dedicated lawyer.
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26 Sep, 2013 by Garrett handy
I recommend Andy Deiss. I hired Andy to help me with a small matter and was impressed at how quickly he got up to speed on the issues in my case. Andy is experienced, savvy and smart. He made himself available to me and gave me sound advice. He helped me keep things in the right perspective and looked out for my interests.
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29 Dec, 2021 by Anonymous
Used my case and me as a guinea pig for his lack of knowledge. Then because he did know what to do.. He Lied to me!
One of the worst experiences of my life was hiring him!
Should be disbarred!
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20 Feb, 2020 by Jackie
I am working with Mr. Webster. And after three lawyers, I can honestly say I have found a human lawyer! He is very down to earth, he explains things in terms I can understand. He never makes me feel more stressed out (than I already am-no one likes having to find a lawyer) and always is available to communicate at a moments notice. He can look at a great deal of information and give you a great summary very quickly. Thank you John.
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23 Feb, 2017 by David
I've been working with John webster for several months now on a custody case and he was absolutely awesome. He was always quick to respond to any questions I had and was 100 percent always on my side. I have dealt with one other attorney that just wanted me to give up it seemed like. John was not like that. He fought and fought and put up with my constant emails and questions. We ended up settling in mediation instead of it having to drug out for evaluation and I accredit that to John. I would recommend him to anyone. I couldn't have been more satisfied.
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28 Apr, 2024 by Robert larsen
Roy Cole thinks he's a big strong guy that likes to intimidate women. Big child. Deserves the worst! Obese piece of garbage.
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16 Apr, 2024 by Ali valdez
06 Mar, 2024 by Chris clark
So we hired Roy to help my husband with something. We went to court the first time and Roy did nothing to defend my husband. NOTHING! my husband paid him $2200 to hire him and that was all he owed. Well we the went to court the 2nd time and Roy AGAIN did nothing to defend my husband with a case we had.
He would say, “ I will take care of you , don’t worry. I will help you. “. He didn’t take care of anything. He just kinda shrugged his shoulders like oh well.
We went to court again to appeal something and the judge told my husband that he would let him get rid of what he had going. Well everything was ok. Well the Roy emailed my husband and said the he owed $750 dollars for extra work that he went above and beyond to get the outcome we did. And then he told my husband that, “I cannot control the judge.” He said if we do not pay him he will take us to small claims court, get a judgement on him and take it from you, the choice is yours. He never said a word about my husband having to pay more. I will never recommend anyone to him.
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15 Feb, 2024 by Chelsey feldman
I worked with Kevin Tanner through my employer's legal insurance program. I reached out to him for a consultation on a car accident settlement with an insurance company. In just 30 minutes, he gave me valuable advice that enabled me me settle the claim for a very fair payment from the insurance company. He was also very honest in his recommendations and did not try to upsell me on expensive services I didn't need for my situation.
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20 Dec, 2023 by Christian knighton
Attorney Karra Porter said she would send a gramma request to get a 911 call and other police records for our family. After a month or two I called back to follow up and her paralegal stated that they had forgot to do it due to a family emergency but that they would definitely still do it. After another month or so I called back to see if there were any updates and was not called back. Over a period of close to 4-6 months they have not returned my phone calls or voicemails. At one point the receptionist told me that Karra would call me back the next day and she did not. If they were not interested or willing to look into this I would have found another attorney. But both Karra and her paralegal said they would do this for me and they did not; or if they have done it they have not given me any updates. Due to this delay we have now passed the 1 year mark of my family member’s passing and may not be able to hold the city accountable if there was in fact any neglect of duty. I believed that Karra was sincere in her willingness to help out my family but due to either her failure to act or failure to inform us of any actions taken, she has done our family more harm than if she would have simply declined.
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22 Oct, 2023 by Louis ossola
Tanner Lenart did an outstanding Job in representing us to get our Liquor License for our new business on time and a 100% completed. I would recommend this firm to anyone. Very professional and very timely in all matters.
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15 Feb, 2024 by Chelsey feldman
I worked with Kevin Tanner through my employer's legal insurance program. I reached out to him for a consultation on a car accident settlement with an insurance company. In just 30 minutes, he gave me valuable advice that enabled me me settle the claim for a very fair payment from the insurance company. He was also very honest in his recommendations and did not try to upsell me on expensive services I didn't need for my situation.
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20 Dec, 2023 by Christian knighton
Attorney Karra Porter said she would send a gramma request to get a 911 call and other police records for our family. After a month or two I called back to follow up and her paralegal stated that they had forgot to do it due to a family emergency but that they would definitely still do it. After another month or so I called back to see if there were any updates and was not called back. Over a period of close to 4-6 months they have not returned my phone calls or voicemails. At one point the receptionist told me that Karra would call me back the next day and she did not. If they were not interested or willing to look into this I would have found another attorney. But both Karra and her paralegal said they would do this for me and they did not; or if they have done it they have not given me any updates. Due to this delay we have now passed the 1 year mark of my family member’s passing and may not be able to hold the city accountable if there was in fact any neglect of duty. I believed that Karra was sincere in her willingness to help out my family but due to either her failure to act or failure to inform us of any actions taken, she has done our family more harm than if she would have simply declined.
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22 Oct, 2023 by Louis ossola
Tanner Lenart did an outstanding Job in representing us to get our Liquor License for our new business on time and a 100% completed. I would recommend this firm to anyone. Very professional and very timely in all matters.
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01 Jan, 2024 by Anonymous
I didn't even comprehend before I had Sarah represent me that an attorney could be so terrible. She does way more harm than good. I was completely transparent with her, went into detail about everything. She listens and nods, as if it's all sinking in. She had my case for months and right before we are scheduled to talk to the judge she told me I didn't have a case. My ex is a diagnosed sociopath. She had no clue about parental alienation and she's a family law attorney. IMO she shouldn't even have a law license.
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02 Feb, 2018 by Anonymous
Sarah advised me many times to do things that ended up causing more harm than good and just cost more money. She was not able to handle the stress of my case and had a hard time “winning” on any level. When I confronted her with my concerns, she was rude, condescending and belittling. I would not reccomend her to anyone.
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18 Nov, 2017 by Ethan
Was in a lengthy custody battle and just in general with my sons mother we were never married. Throughout Sarah and her assistant were there every step of the way even at one point I was granted full temporary custody as a man in Utah that happens very little. She's a truly caring person that will give you your money's worth. Utah needs to be better about enforcing law and about realizing sex is just that and has no bearing on who is better for a child. In reality both are best separate or not cause at times one or the other may not be the better parent. For a situation so complex Sarah is a good person to have to help you through it.
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16 Sep, 2024 by S a
This firm is absolutely incompetent, in particular Mark Swan who has made multiple excuses as to why the work we hired him to do a year ago hasn't been completed. I would strongly recommend anyone considering hiring this firm to look elsewhere.
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09 May, 2024 by Migillicuty max
CORRUPT
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1. Having or showing a willingness to act dishonestly in return for money or personal gain.
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10 Apr, 2024 by Rob miller
This law firm was hired to reach out to me for mistakes they made during etc filings as my accountant sent them instructions on what the company needed to to to fix the situation all they keep doing is sending me nasty e mails as the company the filed etc for me did it wrong and will not fix what they had done they are demanding payment for wrong doing . Seems they do not see where there clients are in the wrong and need to fix the situation I have asked for all files they had and still not gotten them and no one has even tried to fixed what was filed wrong
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16 Sep, 2024 by S a
This firm is absolutely incompetent, in particular Mark Swan who has made multiple excuses as to why the work we hired him to do a year ago hasn't been completed. I would strongly recommend anyone considering hiring this firm to look elsewhere.
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09 May, 2024 by Migillicuty max
CORRUPT
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Definitions from Oxford Languages · Learn
adjective
1. Having or showing a willingness to act dishonestly in return for money or personal gain.
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10 Apr, 2024 by Rob miller
This law firm was hired to reach out to me for mistakes they made during etc filings as my accountant sent them instructions on what the company needed to to to fix the situation all they keep doing is sending me nasty e mails as the company the filed etc for me did it wrong and will not fix what they had done they are demanding payment for wrong doing . Seems they do not see where there clients are in the wrong and need to fix the situation I have asked for all files they had and still not gotten them and no one has even tried to fixed what was filed wrong
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16 Sep, 2024 by S a
This firm is absolutely incompetent, in particular Mark Swan who has made multiple excuses as to why the work we hired him to do a year ago hasn't been completed. I would strongly recommend anyone considering hiring this firm to look elsewhere.
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09 May, 2024 by Migillicuty max
CORRUPT
Dictionary
Definitions from Oxford Languages · Learn
adjective
1. Having or showing a willingness to act dishonestly in return for money or personal gain.
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10 Apr, 2024 by Rob miller
This law firm was hired to reach out to me for mistakes they made during etc filings as my accountant sent them instructions on what the company needed to to to fix the situation all they keep doing is sending me nasty e mails as the company the filed etc for me did it wrong and will not fix what they had done they are demanding payment for wrong doing . Seems they do not see where there clients are in the wrong and need to fix the situation I have asked for all files they had and still not gotten them and no one has even tried to fixed what was filed wrong
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08 May, 2024 by Anonymous
We would have been better off without him. He’s a joke took a plea deal before even talking to me about the case
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18 Apr, 2024 by Efren romero
My first contact with this company was through a mailer I received a couple days after I received my citation. I also received a couple other mailers from other law firms around the same time however did not contact any of them for about 3 months. Once the court hearing was closely approaching, I decided to start doing my due diligence. After reviewing the other law firms I decided to call "The Legal Boys" based off their positive feedback. My experience with the company was great even though I did not ultimately use them since I agreed to the plea, however made the educated decision to do so. When I contacted the company the rep who answered the phone was courteous, professional but down to earth. Once informing her of the situation she immediately got an attorney on the line to speak with me(believe his name was Joe). We spoke for almost an hour. Not once did he rush to close the call, no high pressure sales nor did he use any sort of fear mongering tactics. Just an honest conversation about the situation, possibilities, likely outcome based off his decades of experience, recommendations, advice moving forward, and information needed so I may make an educated decision. The company even followed up with me after my telephonic appearance(I live out of state) to find how things played out. Great organization, seems like they truly have the clients best interests in mind. Overall I would highly recommend the company, thank you for helping me out with the challenge I was facing! Forever grateful for the time the law firm invested in me AND many others, I'm sure, that didn't take the time to post a review.
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18 Apr, 2024 by Terri black
My husband was looking at some serious charges. They were able to get the matter resolved and had the charges lowered significantly. They were worth every cent.
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27 Jan, 2022 by David
Mr. Cook is very knowledgeable and experienced. Glen has provided guidance to me on two occasions. Glen took my case before an administrative law judge and prevailed on the merits. It was a difficult journey and Glen and/or his staff was there for questions, explain the law, encouragement and of course, sometimes to correct my thinking. "Just the facts," is the motto! It is helpful if you listen carefully and ask questions, keep an open mind. At times things might seem difficult, yet you must learn to adapt. There is no such thing as a "slam dunk." Mr. Cook will give you a candid opinion (might seem blunt); however, this is his style. On meeting, assess whether you think he will be a good match, then evaluate your situation accordingly. Mr. Cook is the best of the best in my opinion; I was more than satisfied with the outcome!
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18 Dec, 2018 by Anonymous
Glen Cook was my first foray into the scary world of Disability. I had spoken with his paralegal? over the phone & thought, she was great, she asked all the right questions and felt my case was a slam dunk. (It was). She set up a consult for the next day.
However, Cook was not as impressive. (Just don't tell him that) as he condescending spoke to my wife and I. I happened to repeat what I felt were key points and he asked my wife "does he always do that? We've already covered that" and suggested a mental health evaluation, (for clarifying my position!?) The cost of which would come out of my pocket after the case was closed! What? Did I hear you correctly? I'm about to pay you 6K for a day's work! So I said, "look, I don't know what you're talking about, my case is a physical issue, not a mental one & I'm asking you to be my attorney, not my doctor". (He also misinterpreted a "new law" that would have cost me about $12K) He then sarcastically told my wife that she should show all my medical records to "whoever we found to take the case" she asked, "so you're not going to take it"? He replied "No". I guess you need to kiss his a** to be a client and, that's just not me. We left that office very upset, this was our first shot and I felt afraid I'd screwed things up. (yet I had to listen all about his G.B. Packer partial ownership) Bottom line Mr. Cook is an egomaniac, with a mental disorder of his own. Our next stop got me the proper amount ($12K+ more than if Cook had taken it) and of course, no silly doctors were ever mentioned. I won without going to court. I suppose I should send him a Thank You card. I was never able to assess his legal skills but his bedside manner needs a ton of work. Go elsewhere and save some humiliation and more unnecessary stress. This process has plenty of that without an adversarial relationship with your own advocate. I'm certain all would agree with that. (see all these other reviews, even good ones refer to his "brusque" manner & pay close attention) I should have done it myself, but it appeared just too daunting a task. I'm not going to recommend anyone but if you like being treated like a child sent to their room & grounded, Glen Cook may just be your guy. He doesn't deserve a star, which would be more accurate.
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16 May, 2018 by Anonymous
I have spoken to many attorneys and never one as Over-rated Glen A Cook. His conduct was very disappointingly diarespectful and rude to my wife. His communication was condescending, like a Sheldon on Big Bang Theory. His actions and words proved he does not really care about a client, just himself.
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18 Apr, 2019 by Anonymous
Randy has been our attorney for many years treated us like family what a great person and a great great attorney We would totally recommend him to anyone He has helped us with many different legal issues over the years truly cares He has a great knowledge of the law He has given us great advice in our personal lives. He is definitely someone that you can count on and trust his character shows through right away he cares about his family his friends Then he treats his clients with true respect If you were honest with him he will go to bat for you 110% it’s been a privilege to know Randy over the years
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16 May, 2018 by Anonymous
Didn't bother to look at anything let alone try to defend us. Wasn't even concerned about taking it to trial kept pushing to take the deal. Would not recommend
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22 Apr, 2018 by Gary
“Throw the dog a bone.” That is how Randall Richards explained his failure to challenge the prosecution’s transparently false claims against me that would lead to an uncontested misdemeanor conviction. He said that by giving them that, the prosecution would be less inclined to pursue a felony conviction. Instead, by not fighting that misdemeanor charge, it only strengthened the prosecution’s case on the felony charge.
I was in a vulnerable situation, and I trusted him to do his best to defend me. He put on a little show, but he really did not try to defend me. I can see that now. In retrospect, it is clear that he sacrificed me, his client, in exchange for good will and future consideration from the Weber county attorney’s office.
Randall Richards’ first goal is to benefit himself, not his client. Did he throw the dog a bone? No, he threw me to the wolves. Randall Richards is not Atticus Finch. If you are a Mormon in good standing, then yes he might give you decent representation. Otherwise, don’t count on it. I hired him in good faith, and that was a big mistake.
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01 Apr, 2022 by Anonymous
Jared seems to be an attorney that struggles in general with all aspects of case law. He doesn’t seem to be well respected or very detailed oriented. When you ask to talk to him he states, “I have other cases, I can’t respond to you.” He has made major mistakes on my case that has caused permanent damage.
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14 Dec, 2021 by Anonymous
If you are in a divorce where you need good strong and aggressive representation, DO NOT hire Jared. He’s a nice enough guy and all and can get the job done. But he’s in it for the money. He’s overwhelmed with “other clients” and is HORRIBLE at correspondence. Absolute waste of time and money!
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02 Jun, 2021 by Anonymous
I hired Jared for 3 yrs. dealing with divorce and custody disputes. I always paid in full. My biggest complaint was he was always to busy. I’d always hear “ I’m dealing with 140 other clients.” There were times I’d email him and not hear back for days, even weeks. It got to a point that basically he said he wouldn’t help me. I hired another attorney and Jared would not and will not respond to my new attorney to forward any information. One day he sent his assistant to court the wrong day and I was charged for it. He seems to have to much on his plate.
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01 May, 2024 by Britt herman
24 Apr, 2024 by Brie sesso
24 Apr, 2024 by Kenna orgill
We used Kirton McConkie to finalize two adoptions, and they were excellent! Larry Jenkins and Kelly Land are kind, quick to respond, knowledgeable, and incredibly helpful. Both experiences went quickly and smoothly, and we couldn't have been happier with our choice!
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01 May, 2024 by Britt herman
24 Apr, 2024 by Brie sesso
24 Apr, 2024 by Kenna orgill
We used Kirton McConkie to finalize two adoptions, and they were excellent! Larry Jenkins and Kelly Land are kind, quick to respond, knowledgeable, and incredibly helpful. Both experiences went quickly and smoothly, and we couldn't have been happier with our choice!
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03 May, 2023 by Nicole
This guy is a grade A a**hole who clearly hates his life and is happy taking it out on his clients. Not sure how he keeps business. Got angry with me because I needed him to explain the law in regards to my case. He hung up on me. Lastly, his receptionist is incompetent.
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29 Jun, 2021 by Wendy bizarro
I went to this lawyer for some custody issues that I esa having with no ex husband, from my first cunsultation, it didn’t seem like he care about my case, what he esa more excited es stalkear about his fees, We went infringe of the judge and this lawyer esa not reas y for my case, he didnt know what to say because he had to look on my file in front of the jugde to see what to say, it was really embarrasing. My ex husband went to court with no lawyer and he was able to represent himself a los better than the representation I got with a lawyer. I Worked so hard to give him good evidence with police records, and my son therapist records, but since he didn’t took the time to review my case before court all my evidence was useless.
The second time we had to go to court, Mckay was late an hour, because he went to the Ogden Court instead of Farmington, He was not prepare as usual, and he tried to charged me $350 for that hour he was late. I golf his assistan that I was not going to pay for his musítale, on top of me having to wait for him, he talked to Mckay and they waived that fee.
The level of unprofessional from this so called Lawyer is unbelievable, he only care about your money and not your case.
When you look for a lawyer you want someone that is going to be on your side and someone you can trust… trust me you are not going to find that here. Do your research before you give this man your trust and money.
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28 Feb, 2020 by Anonymous
Mr. McKay was very thorough and took the time to review all the paperwork dealing with our issue. He was willing to use his legal knowledge to go above and beyond to deal with our problem and keep a level and legal head to get a resolution that was above what we had expected. We were happy that this was handled professionally and knew the law to get fair compensation for our family.
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02 Nov, 2022 by Anonymous
This attorney avoids returning phone calls, text messages, replying to emails, and has a tendency to disappear when you need help.
This attorney is quick to believe non-credible people and non-credible information about his client and jump on the bandwagon / false narrative without getting the other side of the story or prematurely before getting the proven facts.
If you communicate to him how you feel things are going with his "services" and improvements you would like to see, he is quick to dismiss your concerns, act in a rude manner by calling you a name and/or make false assumptions about you based on no evidence. He doesn't like getting constructive criticism.
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31 May, 2021 by Anonymous
I was in an extremely messy divorce process with a spouse who was making false allegation. I went from having supervised visitation to joint physical and legal custody, defended me successfully in mediation, he got me a good deal in spite of the negative experience a divorce is. Mr. Cahill gave me lots of advice before the divorce filed which was a huge help for me as a client in the legal issues I faced in the process. Highly recommended.
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26 Jan, 2021 by Anonymous
Trent Cahill seemed like a nice professional guy when I first met him; however, during the process of him representing me, there were many times where I felt he was representing the opposing party. He tried pushing me to make decisions that would help the opposing party. He would sometimes send time sensitive emails later than I would expect something of time sensitive nature to be handled. I tried to communicate that I would prefer to receive emails sooner. But I continued to receive emails late. I would recommend Trent Cahill if you want to spend a lot of money for subpar performance and results. I would not recommend Trent Cahill if you want to be strongly represented.
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29 Dec, 2021 by Anonymous
This woman will quickly take your hard earned money only to have her staff submit failed paperwork full of misspellings, wrong dates, wrong names, etc. Your case will be incredibly delayed thanks to such irresponsible, unprofessional mistakes. The only reason she will contact you via text or phone is to remind you of your remaining balance and demands that you aren't late. She mixes personal life with professional life using it as an excuse to not meet in person EVER. Also, to this day she still uses Covid as a pretext not to meet in person, even though a Zoom call, FaceTime, WhatsApp, or any kind of video call would suffice. Within over a year of handling my case, to this day she still refuses to see me in person, and my case isn't resolved. I think that for $4000+, anyone else would have done a lot more for me, and things would not have been as horribly delayed thanks to her unprofessional behavior as well as that of her staff.
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17 Mar, 2016 by Mrs. hefa
She helped my brother in law stay in the United states where he beloved. Was always honest an went out on a limb. We really are forever indebted an geatful.
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06 Apr, 2017 by Anonymous
This attorney represented me in a local justice court. Despite the fact that she had numerous other clients waiting to talk with her, she spent enough time with me to understand my case, explain my options, and expectations for each option. Personally, I found the whole experience to be very scary and was comforted by her patience, understanding, and the way she represented me in the court room. I would definitely recommend her and hire her again.
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13 Dec, 2016 by Anonymous
I had been representing myself in a case involving Sandy City's property ordinances, and I had demanded a jury trial. At the latest pre-trial hearing, the judge offered to assign a court appointed attorney because, he said, he did not want me representing myself in a jury trial. At our first (and only) meeting, this attorney summoned me into the conference room at the courthouse, avoiding eye contact and failing to even introduce herself. The first words out of her mouth were an indirect admission that she had not even read the case file (even though she had had weeks to do so). Skimming the file as I sat there, she proceeded to tell me what the City was "offering." I tried to explain to her that we were beyond all that and she had been assigned to this case specifically to represent me in a jury trial, but she cut me off by putting her palm in my face as if I were a little child. She looked me in the eye for the first time to tell me -- in an extremely angry tone -- that this was a conservative community and a jury would convict me just because I was sitting in the defendant's chair. The meeting only went downhill from there. When I told her she would not be representing me, she arose and screamed at me -- yes -- screamed -- with her finger in my face -- "Get out of here!" I was already getting up to leave at that point, which made such an embarrassing scene completely unnecessary. I then went into the courtroom and told the judge what had happened and that I could not have such a person represent me. He then assigned a different court-appointed attorney to my case.
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09 Nov, 2020 by Mary
Ryan did not do his homework about how to deal with DOPL. Ryan accepted payment to represent me in a case, then he did not follow any of their requirements to defend me. Advised me I did not need to go to a meeting with the board of nursing. I ended up without a job and a suspended license. He grossed his flat fee of 2500 dollars. I trusted him.
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11 Oct, 2016 by Anonymous
I was charged criminally in Farmington. Ryan took the time to go through the evidence and even sent out requests for more evidence to see if the case could be argued from a different angle. I could tell that the prosecutors respected him and listened to what he had to say. Also, the Judge listened to Mr. Bushell and considered his arguments. I have been in court before and it seems that court is where Mr. Bushell excels. I would recommend him to family and friends. He was worth the money.
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What a Criminal Defense Lawyer Can Do for You
A criminal defense lawyer provides legal representation to individuals or organizations accused of criminal conduct. If you're facing criminal charges, a defense lawyer will work to protect your rights, build a defense strategy, and ensure you receive a fair trial. Their primary goal is to reduce or dismiss charges, secure an acquittal, or negotiate a favorable plea deal.
Criminal defense lawyers have extensive knowledge of criminal law and court procedures. They investigate your case, identify weaknesses in the prosecution's evidence, and represent you in court, ensuring that you have the best possible defense.
When Should I Hire a Criminal Defense Lawyer?
It’s crucial to hire a criminal defense lawyer as soon as possible if you are facing any criminal charges. Some situations in which you should seek legal representation include:
- Arrest or police questioning: If you've been arrested or are under investigation, hiring a lawyer early on can prevent self-incrimination and protect your rights during police questioning.
- Felony charges: Crimes such as murder, assault, drug trafficking, or robbery carry severe penalties, including long prison sentences. A defense lawyer is essential in these cases.
- Misdemeanor charges: Even for less serious offenses like DUI, theft, or simple assault, a lawyer can help reduce penalties, negotiate alternatives to jail, or get charges dismissed.
- Plea negotiations: If you’re considering a plea bargain, a lawyer can evaluate the deal, advise you on its consequences, and negotiate for more favorable terms.
- Probation or parole violations: If you’ve been accused of violating probation or parole, a lawyer can defend you against additional penalties or revocation.
- Juvenile offenses: For minors charged with criminal acts, a criminal defense lawyer can protect their future by minimizing legal repercussions or keeping the case in juvenile court.
What Does a Criminal Defense Lawyer Do?
Criminal defense lawyers provide comprehensive legal services to protect their clients’ rights throughout the criminal justice process. Their duties include:
- Case evaluation and investigation: Reviewing the evidence, interviewing witnesses, and investigating the facts to develop a strong defense strategy.
- Legal advice: Advising you on your rights, the charges you’re facing, and potential defense strategies, including whether to take a plea deal or go to trial.
- Negotiating plea bargains: Working with prosecutors to negotiate a plea deal that could reduce charges or minimize penalties.
- Court representation: Representing you in all court hearings, including bail hearings, pretrial motions, trials, and sentencing hearings.
- Filing motions: Filing motions to dismiss charges, suppress evidence, or reduce bail, depending on the specifics of your case.
- Trial preparation and defense: Preparing a defense strategy and presenting arguments, evidence, and witnesses during trial to contest the prosecution's case.
- Appeals: If you are convicted, a defense lawyer can appeal the conviction or sentence, arguing errors in the trial process or legal rulings.
How Are Criminal Defense Lawyers Paid?
Criminal defense lawyers generally charge clients in one of three ways, depending on the complexity of the case and the lawyer’s experience. Payment structures include:
- Flat fee: For straightforward cases (e.g., minor misdemeanors), some lawyers charge a one-time flat fee that covers all aspects of the defense.
- Hourly rate: For more complex or ongoing cases, lawyers may charge by the hour, with rates varying based on the lawyer’s experience and geographic location.
- Retainer fee: In cases where extensive work is expected, the client may pay a retainer fee upfront. The lawyer then bills against that retainer for their work on the case.
The cost of criminal defense services can vary greatly, so it’s important to discuss fees during your initial consultation.
How Much Does a Criminal Defense Lawyer Cost?
The cost of hiring a criminal defense lawyer depends on several factors, including the severity of the charges, the complexity of the case, and the lawyer’s experience. General cost guidelines are:
- Misdemeanor cases: For relatively minor offenses, such as a DUI or petty theft, a flat fee may range from $1,500 to $5,000.
- Felony cases: More serious charges, such as assault or drug trafficking, can range from $10,000 to $100,000 or more, depending on the complexity and duration of the case.
- Hourly rates: For cases billed by the hour, lawyers may charge anywhere from $150 to $500 or more per hour, depending on their expertise and the case's location.
- Additional expenses: You may also be responsible for other costs, such as filing fees, expert witness fees, or the cost of private investigators.
Be sure to clarify the lawyer’s fee structure and any potential additional costs during your consultation.
Top Questions to Ask a Criminal Defense Lawyer
Before hiring a criminal defense lawyer, you’ll want to ensure that they’re a good fit for your case. Here are key questions to ask:
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What is your experience with cases like mine?
Make sure the lawyer has a strong track record with the specific type of criminal charges you’re facing, whether it’s DUI, drug offenses, or violent crimes. -
What is your fee structure?
Ask how the lawyer charges for their services and whether you’ll be responsible for any additional costs. -
What are the potential outcomes of my case?
A good lawyer should provide an honest assessment of your case and the likelihood of dismissal, a plea bargain, or conviction. -
How many cases have you taken to trial?
While many criminal cases settle with a plea deal, it’s important to hire a lawyer with courtroom experience in case your case goes to trial. -
Who will handle my case?
Ask if the lawyer will be personally involved or if other attorneys in the firm will handle most of the work. -
How do you communicate with your clients?
Be clear on how often and through what channels you can expect updates on your case.
How to Check the Credibility of a Criminal Defense Lawyer
To verify the credibility of a criminal defense lawyer, take the following steps:
- Check their standing with the state bar: Confirm that the lawyer is licensed and in good standing with your state’s bar association. Look for any past disciplinary actions or complaints.
- Read online reviews and testimonials: Platforms like Avvo, Martindale-Hubbell, or Google can provide insights from previous clients about the lawyer’s communication, professionalism, and case outcomes.
- Ask for references: A reputable lawyer should have past clients or other professionals who can speak to their competence and work ethic.
- Review their case history: Look at the lawyer’s website or professional profile to see their experience with criminal cases, including high-profile or complex cases.
- Look for trial experience: If your case might go to trial, make sure the lawyer has a strong history of courtroom advocacy and success.
What Should I Prepare for My First Consultation?
To make the most of your first consultation with a criminal defense lawyer, bring the following:
- Details of your case: Be prepared to provide a detailed account of the charges against you, including any documents related to your arrest, police reports, and court dates.
- Criminal history: If you have any prior criminal convictions, inform your lawyer so they can understand how that may affect your current case.
- List of witnesses or evidence: If there are any potential witnesses or evidence that may support your defense, share this information during the consultation.
- Questions for the lawyer: Prepare questions about their experience, legal strategy, and fees to ensure you understand how they will handle your case.
- Bail or release documents: If you’ve been released on bail, bring any paperwork related to your release conditions or restrictions.
By being well-prepared, you can help your lawyer quickly assess your situation and begin building an effective defense strategy.
