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20 May, 2024 by George demarino
If you're a guy, they're really no help. I don't know about how they're with women.
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17 Apr, 2024 by Rhonda sundell
09 Apr, 2024 by Akc in miracle valley
Found out that anything reported anonymously is not investigated! That Puts people in this state in danger when reporting. This state and especially Cochise County is corrupt!!
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29 Dec, 2010 by Anonymous
Believe it or not, I got sued four times and he won all four of them. His knowledge of the law, and court room presence intimidated the opposing lawyers. It seemed even the Judges respect him very much. I sleep better at knowing he is my attorney.
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05 Jun, 2007 by Anonymous
Won the case for me, but only after dragging it out well over a year. He even kept billing me for services rendered AFTER the verdict was announced and the case closed. He took a small $ case and inflated it until the cost were staggering!
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24 Jul, 2018 by Anonymous
Nathan was friendly, open minded and a pleasure to work with. Got things done in a timely manner and the office kept in touch when needed! Please disregard the outdated review on this page, Nathan was exactly who I needed and I have had nothing but good experiences with him.
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25 Feb, 2012 by Anonymous
I hired Nathan for a simple real estate matter, he sent two letters (one to the wrong address). Advised me to tear up a check, and now I am out the reimbursement and his lawyers fee for the two letters(hundreds of dollars). The office did not keep me informed, and I have called several times with no response. Now I'm out the cost plus lawyers fees. He recently sent a letter stating the matter was closed. Save your money and go with another lawyer, ANY other lawyer would be better, throw a rock.
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21 Sep, 2023 by Kenny
A con man hired Denice on his brothers behalf due to the brother having dementia. Power of attorney was already granted to other family members who had been taking care of the brother for years. Denice is now being investigated by the AZ State Bar due to accepting a case where POA already existed as she is deeply unthorough or irretrievably stupid. Maybe it's time to retire Denice.
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03 Oct, 2015 by Lisa
I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. She was one of three Tucson attorneys who were recommended when I was caught up in an ugly (and emotionally draining) lawsuit. Denice is thorough, tough and very protective of her clients. She doesn't always tell me what I want to hear but her honest appraisals have been invaluable. It has been a great comfort knowing she's "got my back".
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28 Apr, 2024 by Dona m brashear
Elizabeth is awesome, we got a call saying they were gonna repo are motorhome because we had a laps in insurance, which we didn't. But they put forced insurance on us. Saying we didn't make are payments. She fixed everything in 3 weeks and everything has been reversed. I was so scared 67 years old. Never defaulted on a loan in my life. My credit score was gone defaulted on a major loan, was scared I was gonna wind up in the streets. She saved this old man's life. Life is good again thanks to her
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11 Jan, 2023 by Jayne browne
This law firm is a joke. Exorbitant fees and poor service. I am still dealing with the aftermath of the mess caused by them and their poor advice/actions. After years of dealing with them I fired them. Perhaps the addition of Benesch will help.
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30 Mar, 2022 by Josh larson
My grandmother passed away and Trevor White became the executor. I am an heir and was left quite a few things. Trevor White tried to say that items were not left to me and even sent me an email saying that he thought I only wanted those items for my parents, which wasn't true. As an executor, I didn't think it was any of his business what I did with items left to me. I could have chopped them up and burned them and it still wouldn't be any of his business. My grandmother left them to me, not Trevor White. He seems very arrogant and doesn't seem to like to be questioned. I don't trust the guy and I would never hire him for anything.
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16 Mar, 2022 by Mike
22 Jun, 2020 by Sky boles
Man was so rude he couldn't wait to get off the phone and didn't listen to what I was saying before I finished saying it, two sentences. I asked him a basic procedural question that he said he couldn't answer unless he reviewed my entire case. Whether you can file an appeal in bankruptcy is universal and procedural, it doesn't change "depending on your case". don't waste money on these idiots, they can only lose for you.
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19 Sep, 2019 by Immortal scorpion
16 Mar, 2022 by Mike
22 Jun, 2020 by Sky boles
Man was so rude he couldn't wait to get off the phone and didn't listen to what I was saying before I finished saying it, two sentences. I asked him a basic procedural question that he said he couldn't answer unless he reviewed my entire case. Whether you can file an appeal in bankruptcy is universal and procedural, it doesn't change "depending on your case". don't waste money on these idiots, they can only lose for you.
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19 Sep, 2019 by Immortal scorpion
25 Apr, 2017 by Anonymous
The previous reviews were correct about Christine Powell. Please if she is assigned to your case get her off, unless you can get on her emotions with no evidence. Christine Powell was unfortunately appointed to my case as a best interest attorney. My case involved a narcissistic parent who has been out of my children’s lives for the past several years to the point where he has been in jail for non-payment of child support.
As our court date was approaching, I called her for our initial meeting and she wanted to meet last minute. After the meeting, Powell promised me that she would do everything in her power to prevent the other parent to receive 50/50 custody. I thought that was a little odd because at that time she did not even speak with the other parent or my children.
Powell then met with the other parent the day before the hearing. Powell called me right after her meeting with the other parent and said that the other parent made allegations about me and that she believed those allegations.
Powell then proceeded to use profanity against me and spoke to me in an emotional tone. I could not believe all of the allegations Powell was saying about me especially since I have never done anything close to what she had said. For example, Powell said that I have an alcohol problem and I can’t even remember the last time I drank alcohol.
Despite all of that, Powell told me that at Court the next morning she would recommend to the Judge that I get every day except some weekends. To my surprise, at Court the next morning, Powell recommended to the judge that I get 50/50 custody, made baseless allegations against me, and recommended that I be tested for alcohol. To make matters worse Powell told the Court that she did not even need to interview my kids because her mind was already made up and the interviews would not change anything. It is devastating because I am the only parent that my children know and all one needs to do with Powell to get her to side with you is to make false allegations about the other parent.
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01 Jan, 2015 by Jason
I am the petitioner in my case. Over a year ago my now 3year-old son was abused while in his mother's care. When we broke up she kept my son from me for 2 month's before I was able to get her to court. We finished court and not even a month later his mother lied to the courts to get emergency custody of our son. I went to the courts with proof that she lied and a witness whom she told that now that she had custody of our son she would never let me see him again. The courts assigned Christine Powell to the case.
From my very first phone conversation with Christine she used offensive language told me I was guilty of what my ex said dispite my proof that my ex had committed perjury to get emergency custody of my son. She then told me to email her the information I have. A week later she says she doesn't have the time to read the emails and to mail her the papers. She also not only accused me of stalking my ex she said she believed that I was. I informed her it's impossible for me to stalk anyone without a vehicle. She also told me I wouldn't be getting my son on Halloween even after I told her that our current custody agreement says our Son spends all Holidays with both parents. She replied back with )"That's not how it works"). I replied back with haven't you even read the custody agreement? Her next email was her apology for not checking the agreement. I still didn't even get to to my son trick or treating for a hour. She has been coaching my son's mother. Which is a conflict of interest. She also refuses to give me the babysitter information that his Mom has even though it's not protected information in any way.
She lied to the courts about me even though I can prove she is lieing. This woman thinks she canmakr up laws at will. She eeven threated my boss to have me held in contempt of court if he didn't let me have the day off for a mediation that I had already requested to the courts that it be changed because I didn't have anyone to cover my shift. The judge of the case granted my request to reschedule the mediation. This woman has also orderd me to give my son to his Mom before my time is up or else.
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12 Sep, 2014 by Anonymous
She is the best interest lawyer for a minor child in a case I have going on. She is very basis. And she says one thing one minute and then she changes her mind a few days later. She has a good back ground history but she doesn't do her home work and shows up for court right on time and has done any research on what she is doing. Then when she was told that the case will have to come back in a month she replied she wasn't going to come. That she will call in her review of the case.
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22 Dec, 2014 by Anonymous
Thomas Murphy is a clever orator, he knows how to convince and effectively influence others to win and get his way, unfortunately ethics and the concept of right and wrong conduct do not enter the equation. He can manipulate and outmaneuver other people and appear to win an argument but it is all a sham, an illusion, a word spell cast on our minds but most people can't see it for what it is. He believes his own bullshit and spreads lies as if they were truth because he has no correct, solid, firmly grounded foundation in truth and morality. One might opine that these are merely the tools of a professional lawyer and that they are utilized to promote success and survival within our legal system but it is my own personal opinion that when we hand ourselves over to this evil power we let it use us. There is a universal greater than ourselves and any other person and when we choose to manipulate the truth based on personal motivation and gain we remain ignorant of these negative inner capacities and the outer ramifications. I cannot in good conscience recommend this attorney on any level, to do so would be conformity with fallacy rather than the substantive truth and good. He made claim that a conclusion was false without benefit of looking into it honestly, without curiosity, critical thinking or an objective detachment and as a result innocent children were harmed. To me this demonstrated that his logic is not real logic but instead only rhetoric. He chose to ignore the truth and sidetrack the issue because his primary focus was on the presentation, appearance and receptivity of his message instead of putting value in the truth first. I got lost in wasted time trying to convince Thomas Murphy that the truth speaks for itself, instead he lead me down a twisted winding road in an attempt to convince me of his deluded concept of justice.
Inevitably it is my own fault for not looking more extensively into his background and history of issues with prior probate clients but I was in a state of duress at the time, hopefully others will be encouraged to investigate more fully and avoid the same pitfalls.
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02 Jun, 2011 by Anonymous
Tom has had 8 complaints filed with the AZ Bar in the last three years (after 3 years, complaints are expunged). All were dismissed by the Bar, including ours. We ended up going to another attorney to successfully complete our estate settlement. Our concerns included commitments made and not kept, and poor communication with us and opposing counsel.
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15 Aug, 2010 by Thomas
In my mother's probate and I was the benefactor of a Trust, Murphy faced a unique and nigh impossible situation. I guess I should not complain as I financially did well, but he made very important decisions on his own and played very annoying games.
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19 Apr, 2024 by Jan
He was very unprofessional, very rude and dismissing. Had i read the reviews I would’ve never gone to this attorney. I also found that he has two public record reprimands by the bar association.
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06 Feb, 2014 by Lynn
As for Medical Malpractice Dominique Barrett is a sorry excuse of an Attorney, she gives the opposing side confidential information and does not work for the client, she is a suck up to the state. I got the maximum sanction because she sat there an did nothing, she is ignorant when it comes to nursing or medicine. I highly recommend staying away from her.
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10 May, 2018 by Anonymous
Very poor at filing we are in the process of getting evicted for a home that were purchasing under a land sale contract he let it go through the court as an eviction when it should have went to Bisbee as a foreclosure now we have an eviction on my record for a years thanks to his mess ups
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14 Oct, 2016 by Stacye
Mr. Allred was hired to do a judicial foreclosure. It was a very simple matter that he was paid for in advance to file a form and appear in court. We hired him 11/2015 to complete this matter and as of 10/14/2015 we are still awaiting our deed. He lied 3 different times saying that he had filed paperwork that he had not filed and was awaiting the court/the recorder/the treasurer to get back with him so he could proceed. Follow up calls to the court clerk, the court recorder and the treasurers office all proved that he had not done anything on our behalf. Only when confronted with the fact that he had lied were we able to get him to do the job that he was paid in advance for and repeatedly lied about doing. If you need an attorney in Cochise County Arizona, I strongly recommend that you DO NOT use Justin Allred
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19 Oct, 2022 by Anonymous
I went to get help on a probate issue. He wandered mentally all over the place. He repeated things he had said several times. He charged me $400 for a consultation that was 40 minutes long, my choice. I felt he addressed issues that were not relevant. When i questioned him he said "I am the lawyer". Never did answers of what forms were needed and a quess on a timeline.
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21 Aug, 2019 by Anonymous
We requested Suzanne Goldsmith for her advertisement “ free consultation” after speaking with her and reviewing her fees we verbally hired her.
She spoke more about her husband , Indiana, her up and coming cruise. This was at the end May - our meeting - but she states she do our paperwork the first week of July.
I called her numerous times and finally in August she advised us again of fees which now are higher. She also sent us paperwork with higher amounts too and that was she waiving the additional consultation fee that took longer than normal. Which I advised we knew more about her than she knew about us. She than set up a time to sign several papers but insisted we had to provide witnesses- we advised her we don’t want our friends or neighbors to know our confidential information. We had to be extremely firm with her on the witness issue. Finally the day of signing she presents paperwork and my husband name is misspelled, thru the whole signing she kept complaining about how much work this took. She presents her bill for her payment and states it higher due to maricopa recorder fee went up.
From start to finish she has over charged us by $50 according to HER fees she presented to us on day one. Buyer beware.
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25 Sep, 2012 by Anonymous
I contacted this lawyer regarding a social security disability claim. He cancelled our appointment less than one hour before the appointment for “a family emergency”. He told me to drop by and meet his assistant who would be handling the case. I assumed he meant next time I was in town. He called back one hour later and left a message wanting to know why I didn’t keep my appointment. I called back the next day to apologize to his assistant, assuming I misunderstood. She was unavailable so I left a message. I called back the next day, and was again told she was unavailable, so I left another message. I called back a third time, and after being on hold over five minutes was told she couldn’t be located. At this point I left the message for her to please send me the paperwork to sign in order to get things working. Two days later, I received correspondence from him. Instead of a contract to sign, I received a cancellation letter for failure to keep scheduled appointment (which he cancelled) and failure to return phone calls. I don’t know how good he is as a lawyer, I never got that far.
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What an Elder Law Lawyer Can Do for You
An elder law lawyer specializes in legal issues that affect older adults, their families, and caregivers. These lawyers handle a broad range of topics, including estate planning, Medicaid and Medicare, long-term care planning, guardianship, elder abuse, and retirement planning. The goal of an elder law lawyer is to protect the rights, finances, and well-being of elderly individuals and to help them plan for future healthcare and financial security.
If you or a loved one is aging and facing challenges related to healthcare, finances, or legal matters, an elder law lawyer can provide essential guidance to protect your rights and interests as you age.
When Should I Hire an Elder Law Lawyer?
Hiring an elder law lawyer can be beneficial in many situations where older adults need help with legal, financial, or healthcare-related decisions. Common reasons to hire an elder law lawyer include:
- Estate planning: If you want to create or update a will, set up trusts, or ensure that your assets are distributed according to your wishes, an elder law lawyer can help with comprehensive estate planning.
- Medicaid and Medicare planning: If you need help qualifying for Medicaid to cover long-term care or need advice on navigating Medicare benefits, a lawyer can guide you through the application process and protect your assets.
- Long-term care planning: If you’re concerned about paying for nursing home care or assisted living, a lawyer can help you create a financial plan and explore options for government assistance.
- Guardianship or conservatorship: If a family member is unable to make decisions due to age-related cognitive issues, an elder law lawyer can assist in setting up legal guardianship or conservatorship to ensure their care.
- Elder abuse and exploitation: If you or a loved one is experiencing physical, emotional, or financial abuse, an elder law lawyer can help you take legal action to stop the abuse and recover damages.
- Retirement planning: Elder law lawyers can assist with planning for retirement, including managing pensions, Social Security, and other retirement income.
- Special needs planning: If you have a disabled family member who requires special care, an elder law lawyer can help create trusts or other legal arrangements to ensure their long-term financial and healthcare needs are met.
What Does an Elder Law Lawyer Do?
An elder law lawyer provides a wide range of legal services to help older adults and their families navigate the complexities of aging, healthcare, and estate planning. Their responsibilities often include:
- Drafting wills and trusts: Creating legal documents that outline how an individual’s assets will be distributed after death, ensuring that their wishes are honored.
- Medicaid and Medicare planning: Helping clients protect their assets while qualifying for government benefits to cover healthcare and long-term care costs.
- Establishing guardianships: Assisting families in setting up guardianship or conservatorship for loved ones who are unable to make decisions due to mental or physical incapacity.
- Protecting against elder abuse: Investigating claims of elder abuse or financial exploitation and representing the victim in legal actions to stop the abuse and seek compensation.
- Planning for long-term care: Developing strategies to cover the costs of nursing homes, assisted living, and other long-term care options without exhausting the elder’s financial resources.
- Managing probate and estate administration: Guiding families through the probate process to ensure that the decedent’s assets are distributed according to the law and their wishes.
- Setting up advance directives: Helping clients establish healthcare directives and powers of attorney to ensure their medical and financial decisions are carried out if they become incapacitated.
How Are Elder Law Lawyers Paid?
Elder law lawyers typically charge for their services based on the complexity of the case and the type of legal work involved. Common payment structures include:
- Hourly rate: Many elder law lawyers charge by the hour, especially for tasks such as drafting documents, handling legal disputes, or providing ongoing legal advice. Hourly rates typically range from $150 to $500 or more, depending on the lawyer’s experience and location.
- Flat fee: For specific tasks, such as drafting a will or setting up a trust, some lawyers charge a flat fee. This can range from $500 to $5,000 or more, depending on the complexity of the estate plan.
- Retainer: For long-term legal representation, such as managing a trust or handling guardianship matters, a lawyer may charge a retainer, which is an upfront payment that covers future legal work.
- Contingency fee: In some elder abuse or financial exploitation cases, a lawyer may work on a contingency fee basis, meaning they only get paid if they recover compensation for the client. This fee is typically a percentage of the settlement or damages awarded.
Be sure to discuss fees with your lawyer during the initial consultation to understand how you will be billed and what the total cost of services might be.
How Much Does an Elder Law Lawyer Cost?
The cost of hiring an elder law lawyer varies depending on the complexity of the case, the lawyer’s experience, and the fee structure. General cost estimates include:
- Simple estate planning: Drafting basic documents, such as a will or power of attorney, may cost between $500 and $2,000, depending on the complexity of the client’s assets and wishes.
- Complex estate planning: Setting up more advanced estate plans, such as revocable or irrevocable trusts, Medicaid planning, or special needs trusts, can range from $2,000 to $10,000 or more.
- Guardianship or conservatorship: Legal fees for setting up guardianship or conservatorship often range from $2,000 to $5,000 or more, depending on the complexity of the case and whether disputes arise.
- Medicaid planning: Legal fees for Medicaid planning can range from $1,500 to $10,000, depending on the level of asset protection needed and the complexity of the individual’s financial situation.
Always ask for an estimate of fees during your initial consultation to ensure you understand how much the legal services will cost.
Top Questions to Ask an Elder Law Lawyer
Before hiring an elder law lawyer, it’s important to ask the right questions to ensure they have the experience and expertise needed to handle your case. Key questions to ask include:
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What experience do you have with elder law cases?
Make sure the lawyer has experience handling cases similar to yours, whether it's estate planning, Medicaid applications, or elder abuse claims. -
How do you charge for your services?
Clarify whether the lawyer charges by the hour, a flat fee, or a retainer, and ask for a detailed estimate of the total cost. -
What is the best approach for my case?
Ask for an honest assessment of your situation and what legal strategies the lawyer recommends. -
How long will the process take?
Whether it’s drafting an estate plan or setting up a guardianship, ask the lawyer how long they expect the process to take. -
Will you handle my case personally?
In larger firms, junior attorneys or paralegals may handle parts of the case. Make sure you know who will be working on your case directly. -
What documents should I bring to the consultation?
Ask the lawyer what documentation or information you should prepare for your consultation, such as medical records, financial statements, or prior legal documents.
How to Check the Credibility of an Elder Law Lawyer
To ensure you are hiring a reputable elder law lawyer, follow these steps to verify their credentials and experience:
- Check their bar status: Verify with your state bar association that the lawyer is licensed to practice and has no history of disciplinary actions.
- Look for elder law experience: Review the lawyer’s website or professional profile to ensure they specialize in elder law and have experience with cases similar to yours.
- Read client reviews and testimonials: Look for client reviews on platforms like Avvo, Martindale-Hubbell, or Google to see what previous clients have said about the lawyer’s professionalism and success rate.
- Ask for references: A credible lawyer should be able to provide references from past clients who have worked with them on elder law issues.
- Check for certifications: Look for certifications or affiliations with organizations such as the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA), which can indicate the lawyer’s dedication to elder law.
What Should I Prepare for My First Consultation?
To get the most out of your first consultation with an elder law lawyer, it’s important to come prepared with relevant documents and information. Here’s what you should bring:
- Existing estate planning documents: If you have a will, trust, or power of attorney in place, bring copies for the lawyer to review.
- Financial records: Provide details of your assets, including bank accounts, investments, real estate, and retirement accounts, as well as any debts.
- Medical information: If the case involves guardianship or Medicaid planning, bring relevant medical records that detail the individual's health condition and care needs.
- Insurance policies: Bring information about health insurance, long-term care insurance, and any other relevant policies.
- Questions for the lawyer: Write down any questions you have about your legal needs, the process, and the lawyer’s fees.
- List of family members or beneficiaries: Prepare a list of the individuals you want to include in your estate plan or who will be affected by the legal process.
By preparing thoroughly for your consultation, you can help the lawyer assess your situation more effectively and receive the best legal advice tailored to your needs.
