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19 Nov, 2017 by Anonymous
Ms Woodwark answered my questions in a timely and efficient manner on a legal matter that I need solid advice on. Very personable and knowledgable.
Highly recommend her.
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01 Oct, 2015 by Rob
My mom was in assisted living, and needed to have a new Power of Attorney and Advanced Healthcare Directive. The existing ones were over 10 years old, and given her dementia, I had to legally be able to handle my mom's affairs. I initially had trouble finding an attorney who would do this, but after Lorraine and I met through LinkedIn, she agreed to do the Power of Attorney and Advanced Healthcare Directive. She did both the long and short form Powers of Attorney, to make sure my mom and I would be well covered for any situation. Her fee was extremely reasonable, considering the time she spent preparing all of the documents, and the travel time for the round trip to and from the assisted living facility, which was 60 miles each way. Lorraine treated my mom like her own mother during the time spent signing the documents at the assisted living facility. Her patience and kindness towards my mom was heart warming to say the least. I had occasions where either the long or short form Power of Attorney had to be submitted to the insurance company or to the bank on my mom's behalf, and there were never any issues. Lorraine was fantastic in every way, and I very highly recommend her to anyone.
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30 May, 2018 by Candice
Shaneela is a great attorney. I had filed for disabilty social security and was denied. I contacted Miss Marlett and she was not only kind and understanding she won my case and I am now receiving my benifits. I had one issue after and she took care of that has well. I could not have gotten through all of the waiting and forms if it were not for her. I would highly recommend her for any one trying to get Social Security Disability.
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06 Apr, 2018 by Timothy
She was courteous, delightful & engaging... but most importantly informative. She gave me guidance during a very very grave & trying time. So grateful. Thx! U will get the real skinny & proper dedication if u use her.
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17 Jan, 2010 by Leslie
I had been working with an attorney concerning a trademark dispute. The service and actions by this individaul were awful and I was about to loose the entire case due to ignored deadlines. Mr Reidl quickly researched the case and accomplished more in 2 days than the other lawyer had done in 2 years. I highly recommend him.He has a vast knowledge of trademarks and impressed me with quick actions that probably have saved the day for me.
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17 Sep, 2009 by Jeff
I worked with Paul extensively while he was at Gallo and I can say without reservation that he was the elite lawyer in the department. He understands business, he has gobs of common sense, he has a great sense of humor, and there is no one else I would ever want in my corner when I had a problem. I hated to see him set off on his own, but I know he will do well because he so fantastic!
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05 Feb, 2012 by Omar
I cannot say enough good things about Harry Nelson and the Fenton Nelson legal group. We came to the firm to get an assessment of our project. Our previous lawyer had said "no" to some aspects of our project involving healthcare rules and requirements, but had no answers or suggestions for what we COULD do, which was going to kill the project. In contrast, Harry and his group offered creative solutions and did a great job of analyzing the options and presenting us with choices. He basically helped rescue a project that would otherwise likely have been headed for disaster or death. Trustworthy? Check. Incredibly trustworthy. Responsive? Check. Kept me informed? Check. Knowledgeable? Off the charts!
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27 May, 2008 by Anonymous
I cannot give high enough marks to Harry Nelson. After bad experiences with my previous lawyer, I was referred to Mr. Nelson for a healthcare law problem. He is very smart and knowledgeable about this complex area of law. I would not rely on anyone else for legal advice.
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27 Sep, 2012 by Richard
I met him while he was working as an Agency Attorney at the California Gambling Control Commission. He is sharp, creative and quite a problem-solver. After our first meeting with him, we were able to understand that Commission’s concerns and address all of the Commissioners’ concerns. Safe to say we got what was becoming an elusive approval for our project. Adeniyi seems to have the right combination of experience as a regulatory agency attorney due to his background as a business transactional attorney prior.
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24 Dec, 2008 by Anonymous
He is very professional, ethical and pro-active; Adeniyi helps to diffuse a very sticky situation. He is a great attorney and I truly enjoyed working with him.
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03 Oct, 2015 by Chuck
Kevin helped me through an eviction attempt by one of the most prolific eviction law firms in the city; which due to him was unsuccessful.
From beginning to end he found every fault with the filings from the landlord's attorney's.
Due to him I was able to stay for as long as I needed at the place I was facing eviction from; then he also gave me pro-Bono advice for my current arrangement.
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27 Jan, 2011 by Mary
I can't recommend Kevin highly enough. He helped me through a legal difficulty with great success. I appreciated the time he took with me to really understand the case and do the research involved. He kept my expectations realistic, but the outcome far exceeded them. He was friendly but also professional. He was so sharp and tough that I actually felt a little bad for the other side, which was woefully unprepared by comparison. His bill was reasonable under any circumstances, but especially considering the great job he did for me.
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17 Jul, 2019 by Larry
We had a consultation with Tonya Todd, She answered every question and was able to ease our concerns about a lease we signed. Very happy with her
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27 Mar, 2019 by Tiffany
Tonya did an amazing job handling my case, all of which she did long distance. She's extremely knowledgeable and relatable, she really knows her stuff! Very down to earth, will tell it like it is while getting things done! She's truly gifted at what she does and I'd recommend her to anyone.
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27 Oct, 2015 by Frank novak
Lady ran a red light and t-boned me. Mr. Greenbaum handled everything for me and kept asking questions that ended up getting more money from the insurance company. Highly recommend.
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18 Mar, 2013 by Joseph
This guy knows the law.. went to court and watched this attorney break out a legal code book and show the D.A.. She was shocked not knowing the law as well as him and agreed to a simple civil violation.. Also rescued me from hiring some scam artist in Santa Monica claiming to be a famous legal service but was nothing but a broker.
I would recommend him for any trouble your in, tickets, legal, etc.
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11 Dec, 2014 by Rusty
Michael has represented our Irrigation District since the late 1980's. His representation has been superb. He has helped us navigate, quite literally, through much "troubled water" -such as the breach of the Truckee Canal at Fernley, Nevada in 2008. He possesses a rare command of the law in California and elsewhere. His areas of practice, exercised on our behalf, have included administrative law, environmental law, property law, and water law. He works hard and keeps his client informed. His is a great courtroom presence accompanied by unfailing respect for the judiciary and the practice of law. He is admired and respected by his peers.
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11 Dec, 2014 by Ernie
Michael has been the lead water attorney for the Truckee-Carson Irrigation District for more than 20 years. I have personally worked with Mr. VanZandt for more than 17 of those years. He has been a wonderful human being to work with in the trenches of the legal world. He is thoughtful, organized, and listens to the voice of those who hire him. He has led us through some very tough times in the fight to protect and preserve the water rights that are so important to our way of life in western Nevada. He also led us through some serious challenges by the Department of Justice against our organization and some employees. Gratefully with Mr. VanZandt's leadership and knowledge we prevailed. If you need legal assistance in water or other environmental issues, Mr. VanZandt is your guy.
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04 Jul, 2019 by Forrest
great attorney. Ken walked me through the entire long and tedious process of the workers comp system. Ken kept me informed the entire time and eased all of my concerns. I have recommended ken to several friends.
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16 Aug, 2017 by Hadas
In 2010, I experienced unbearable (and unlawful) workplace harassment and filed a Workers Comp claim which my employer promptly denied. I sought help from attorney Kenneth Sheppard to who I will be grateful for as long as I live. He was a terrific advocate and an absolute pleasure to work with.
From my very first contact in 2010 through my most recent one today, Kenneth was and consistently remained kind, patient, effective, and efficient. He was either readily available to speak with me when I needed it or promptly returned my phone calls and emails. Kenneth did everything needed to get me excellent results. He is not only knowledgeable, skilled, level-headed, and realistic; he is also calm, reassuring, gracious, and generous. For example, after my Award was finalized, my employer took an unreasonable time paying my medical bills. Though Kenneth would not be specifically compensated for it, he filed a Motion with the WCAB and I eventually got paid. With Kenneth help, I was able to return to work with my dignity intact.
Because I have some background in Workers Comp claims and understand the demands, I know Kenneth’s level of performance to be exceptional. Also, as a trained attorney who has met a few in my days, I can say without a doubt that Kenneth Sheppard is the finest among us.
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25 Dec, 2017 by Arestotle laus
I like this place.. because this is where I work.
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22 Apr, 2017 by Nick drysdale
16 Mar, 2017 by Charlotte
she is great lawyer , knows exactly how you are feeling , speaks on your behalf , Helps in all your needs .
I Highly Recommend Her For An Attorney.
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07 Mar, 2017 by Mary n.
Kelly represented me in a disability claim and I am very happy with her. She is personable and knows her stuff.
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11 Aug, 2023 by Laurel neil
Absolutely the most wonderful and compassionate estate attorney
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23 May, 2023 by John wittenberg
14 Jan, 2020 by Arron
I needed a professional and highly communicative attorney to review a critical business contract on short notice. A co-worker suggested Artin's services on Thumbtack, so I reached out. I like to communicate almost exclusively by email and text, which he was terrific with. Likewise, Artin was available quickly when I had follow-up questions. His demeanor is friendly and professional. Most importantly, he was extremely competent. I have done a lot of ad-hoc legal work myself and can recognize when someone knows their stuff. I'd hire Artin again without hesitation.
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15 Jul, 2019 by Areg
We hired Artin to add an amendment to our Owners' Agreement. We could not be more satisfied with his work, his expertise, and his communication through the process.
We told him about the changes we wanted to make in our Owners' Agreement. He came back to us with a timeline and budget and stuck to both of them.
Artin was very communicative throughout the process. Letting us know when to expect responses and drafts.
Throughout the process, we felt that Artin was a part of the team. He was great at listening and providing us with professional feedback. We always felt like we were in the driver's seat and he was guiding us to our destination. At times we would defer to his experience, where he would help frame things in a way that would allow us to decide on how to proceed. In short, it was a collaborative work-relationship that worked well for us.
100% would work with again. 100% would recommend.
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23 Mar, 2016 by Chris
He is a very smart and compassionate attorney who knows his stuff. He was always available on the phone/email and respond to my queries promptly. Above all he is a great human being who genuinely cares for his clients. He always did what he said he was going to do for me.
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13 Nov, 2012 by Jozlyn
A very well respected members of the judiciary. He's been an excellent attorney with vast experienced in Criminal Law, Bankruptcy, DUI and other aspects of the law. I definitely recommend him to anyone. He's been our family lawyer since 1983 and still doing an outstanding service to us.
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11 Apr, 2022 by Ty
Gregory is the smartest most intelligent attorney I have ever had the privilege of working with. I highly recommend Gregory to anyone who needs an attorney.
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26 Feb, 2013 by Michael
Gregory enjoys a reputation of professionalism and eithics that no one can match. Everyone who deals with Gregory finds him to be intelligent and trustworthy. His word means everything. Gregory is an exceptionally intelligent attorney. I would refer anyone to him who needs help.
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19 Apr, 2022 by Tim
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30 May, 2017 by P m
Incredibly smart guy. Too bad the SEC had to get involved.
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02 Apr, 2015 by Earl
I have the privilege to work with Ms. Wade in my capacity as the Executive Director of a multiple City radio system. Ms. Wade is our legal Counsel and does a fabulous job in meeting our needs and timeframes to include contracts, Brown Act advice and compliance, Request for Proposals (RFPs), agenda and staff report review. I enjoy working with Ms. Wade, she is professional, persuasive and delivers results. Her demeanor is reserved, however, confident with getting the job done. I highly recommend Ms. Wade and the Firm she works for your legal needs.
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16 Feb, 2015 by Bo fuentes
Pat Ferraris is trust worthy, responsive, knowledgeable and above all a good man. Myself and my family appreciate your help and understanding.
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25 Aug, 2014 by Anonymous
We had been searching for an attorney to represent us in a dental malpractice case for 6 months . No one would take our case, we were very discouraged. My husband had been suffering with constant pain from a tooth that had been worked on 3 times. We finally decided to try another dentist. We discovered, that our pervious dentist had neglected to inform my husband of a broken instrument left in his tooth which had been causing the pain and discomfort he had been experiencing.. My husband was told the tooth had to be removed and he would need a implant. Without any hesitation, Mr. Ferraris represented us and we settled out of court. Thanks to our attorney Mr. Ferraris, we were able to get my husband's implant taken care and he was compensated for his pain and suffering. We highly recommend Mr. Ferris for any legal need.
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15 Jan, 2014 by K
Jennifer has been my attorney in a variety of matters. Though officially a new attorney, Jennifer's many years in the legal industry and experience working for large firms and the US Attorney's office in the past are what made me feel comfortable. Jennifer is top notch, exhausting every angle and strategy and a great negotiator. She's very communicative and will always take a moment to let you know the status of your case and give you a strategy for each possible scenario. What she didn't readily know she was able to research and understand quickly and inexpensively. I would definitely recommend Jennifer to a friend.
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11 Aug, 2013 by Iris
I was in a landlord tenant discrepancy when I first contacted Jennifer. I originally went to her to seek mediation services.
Our first conversation, she was very professional, engaged in active listening, asked several questions to understand my conflict, and asked me what my objectives were. I immediately felt as though she really wanted to guide me in finding a resolution to my problem.
I loved that at the end of our call, she did a brief re-cap of our conversation and clarified any questions. Especially when there was emotion involved in the conversation, which I assume is common when dealing with conflict.
Our game plan consisted of me meeting my landlord first before she would reach out to him. Which brings me to another point. In our first conversation (still as a mediator) she helped me create a game plan I was comfortable with. My first correspondence with my landlord after speaking with Jennifer was through email. He was very aggressive in his tone. I was able to refer him to Jennifer as a tool to not engage in unpleasantries.
After forwarding his emails to her, she contacted me just to make sure I wanted to move forward with mediation. She informed me that once she contacts him, she can not represent me in future. I didn't like that idea, so we agreed to have her represent me.
Her conversation with my landlord was pleasant and professional. The follow-up and feedback I received from both parties was positive. Since Jennifer represented me, the conflict was handled very professional, but informal- all by phone and email. Even to a point where my landlord has considered using her for representation for himself.
My landlord and I have yet to have another discrepancy since I've involved Jennifer, my attorney, into the situation. His tone with me has changed and is no longer trying to take advantage of me. I have already recommended her to several friends as a mediator or attorney. I will absolutely use her services again in the future.
I trust her completely. I appreciate her level of professionalism and follow-up. I highly recommend her services.
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07 Jul, 2015 by Anonymous
Danielle Hall comes highly recommended. Her ability to be informative and fair makes her truly desirable for legal representation. She is a great listener and highly effective. Her attention to detail as well as her ability to legally strategize the best option for her clients is commendable. Her prompt response time and informed advice to questions and concerns put me at ease and made me feel comfortable. It is easily appearant that Danielle is dedicated to the best outcome for her client. It felt great to be in good hands and was an absolute pleasure to work with Ms. Hall. She is, to say the least, amazing.
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29 Sep, 2014 by Anonymous
Ms. Hall is an extremely professional attorney. She commands a courtroom and has an excellent personality, very happy with my results.
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01 May, 2018 by Anonymous
Stuart helped us oppose a hotel project being ushered in our neighborhood by the City of San Jose. Stuart impressed us with his expertise and broad understanding of the issues. His professional advice to our homeowners association was invaluable and greatly appreciated. Capable, knowledgeable, and effective. It was a joy to work with him.
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08 Apr, 2008 by Morris
First let me say that I am 69 years old, mostly retired business man and during my business career I had a reasonable amount of experience with attorneys. In point of fact at one time, we were involved in an anti-trust action which spread over 6 years. That was one contact with a large law firm, which did an outstanding job for us.
Mr. Flashman was referred to us by another firm. We needed an attorney to draw up referendum petitions for a citizens group which I headed up. It was essential that this be done quickly and correctly. He within a few days had the material to us. During this time he literally gave us an education on referendums, the pitfalls and possibilities to make sure we could gather the necessary signatures.
That we were successful was in no small measure due to his expertise. He along the way was able to give us counsel on environmental issues and other challenges. He has had a lot of experience with the referendum process, and it was so helpful.
At the end of this successful process, we elected to enter into negotiations and eventually reached an compromise agreement with the developer. Mr. Flashman became our attorney in drawing up the legal document for this agreement.
All along the way with was a period of about 8 months, he was on a very timely basis able to give us excellent advice.
I could not give a higher recommendation to anyone than what I offer for Mr. Flashman. On top of all of this, he fees were very reasonable, which for a citizens group always presents a problem since funds are very limited.
(my choice of type of case chosen below is because you don't have a category that really fits what he did for us )
Morris Brown
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Menlo Park Tomorrow
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01 Apr, 2017 by Jon
Angela has been a pleasure to work with and has guided us through some rough patches with patience and great attention to detail. I would highly recommend her services for any personal care brand.
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13 Mar, 2017 by Paul
Angela truly represents her clients. She is thorough, careful, and smart about how she proceeds with anything. She investigates first and then recommends action after gathering all the relevant information.
We started using her at the recommendation of others in our industry (cosmetics and skin care) and couldn't be happier with our choice. We've had to deal with several extortion type of California suits and threatened actions, and we now feel that we have a true advocate on our side.
The decision to use her was a significant step forward for our company
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30 Jan, 2016 by Anonymous
Joe was highly recommended when I was doing the legwork for a friend in need of an attorney. Not only did he return my call right away, he did so even though he had taken time off for the birth of his child. He was very knowledgeable and skillful, clearly answered every question we had and was such a comfort that he was the first call I made when my son caught his own case not long after. Unfortunately, due to financial reasons, we weren't able to hire Joe for my son but I HIGHLY recommend him to anyone and everyone. At the worst time in my family's life, Joe treated us with empathy and compassion while being realistic and straightforward about our options.
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22 Oct, 2012 by Chai
Words can not explain how lucky I was to have found a criminal attorney as good as Joe Rogoway. A situation led to my fiance, my roommate, and myself facing numerous aggrivated felony charges. Joe was my only hope against these aggrivated felony charges. My immigration status in the US was in jeopardy of Deportation, and whole life and future were now at the mercy of the criminal justice system. Joe was extremely educated and experienced with every one of my felony allegations, spanning from felony cultivation, felony possession with intent to distribute and felony possession of a stolen firearm, along with others. He was sensitive to my situation, and even assisted my co-defendants in finding suitable representation. Joe communicated with my immigration attorneys and very professionally navigated the whole fleet through our legal process. Joe was not only successful in getting me the best possible outcome (which most people didn't believe was possible in my situation), but also played the role of my therapist. Joe always found a way to be there for me and communicated with everyone from my attorneys to my family. Over all I truly believe Joe Rogoway is the BEST criminal defense attorney in CA, was underpaid for everything he did for me, and anyone facing criminal charges would be lucky to retain his services.
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14 Aug, 2012 by Anonymous
Robert Marks is hard working, professional, and highly successful. He uses an approach of aggressive representation to always delivery results with net monetary benefit to clients. I give my highest reccomendation for Robert.
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22 May, 2011 by Matt
Mike was awesome in communicating different information to me in plain language, not the typical "lawyer speak". More than anything I appreciated how quickly he handled everything and how at ease he always made us feel. He will continue to be our legal advisor for any issues we may have.
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09 Nov, 2018 by Cindy
I hired attorney Roger Frederickson to assist me with a rather difficult family law matter. Roger, Sarah and the rest of his staff saw me through the process with compassion and professionalism. I highly recommend this law firm.
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10 Feb, 2024 by Anonymous
Moses is a very skilled attorney who is knowledgeable and reliable attorney who successfully helped me through a complex legal problem. I am very grateful for the attention and care he devoted to my problem.
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Hiring a government lawyer early in the process can help you navigate complex legal frameworks and avoid costly mistakes when dealing with government-related legal issues.
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Ask about their experience with similar cases and whether they have achieved favorable outcomes in the past. -
Who will handle my case?
Clarify whether the lawyer you are meeting with will personally handle your case or whether junior attorneys or paralegals will do most of the work.
How to Check the Credibility of a Government Lawyer
To ensure you’re hiring a reputable government lawyer, follow these steps to verify their credentials and reputation:
- Check state bar association records: Confirm that the lawyer is licensed to practice in your state and has no history of disciplinary actions.
- Review their professional experience: Look for specific experience in government-related legal issues, such as regulatory compliance, government contracts, or administrative law, on their website or professional profile.
- Read client reviews and testimonials: Check online reviews and ratings on platforms like Avvo, Martindale-Hubbell, or Google to get insight into the lawyer’s reputation and track record.
- Ask for references: Request references from previous clients who have worked with the lawyer on government-related matters to understand their experience and effectiveness.
- Check for membership in relevant organizations: Look for memberships in professional organizations such as the American Bar Association's Administrative Law Section or the National Institute of Government Procurement, which can indicate the lawyer’s focus on government law.
What Should I Prepare for My First Consultation?
To get the most out of your first meeting with a government lawyer, it’s important to come prepared with relevant information and documents. Here’s what you should bring:
- Detailed description of your legal issue: Be prepared to explain your situation, whether it’s a regulatory compliance question, a government contract issue, or a dispute with a government agency.
- Relevant documents: Bring any paperwork related to your case, such as contracts, permits, letters from government agencies, or notices of investigation.
- A list of questions: Write down any questions you have about your case, including the legal process, potential outcomes, and costs.
- Timeline of events: Provide a clear timeline of any relevant events, such as the issuance of government orders or interactions with government agencies.
- Goals for the outcome: Be ready to discuss what you hope to achieve, whether it’s a favorable settlement, regulatory compliance, or overturning a government decision.
By being organized and prepared, you can help your lawyer understand your situation more quickly and give you the best legal advice moving forward.
