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18 Nov, 2019 by Annie
Kienan was my attorney when I came forward about the sexual abuse that I experienced in graduate school. The perpetrator was a faculty member at a nationally acclaimed university who was also teaching at an elite boarding school. Kienan began working with me at the beginning of the #metoo movement, when the process of exposing abusers felt like largely uncharted territory. I had been in contact with other attorneys who prioritized financial gain over my healing process and even threatened to expose my identity when I wasn’t yet ready. In contrast, Kienan approached my case with the highest levels of professionalism and respect. His strong legal acumen, passion for justice, and regard for my healing process as a survivor made me feel safe and confident in an otherwise intimidating situation. Kienan and I worked together over the course of a year and a half, at the pace I needed to go in order to avoid retraumatization. He was always available to answer my questions and offer support. Further, I was greatly aided by his compassionate understanding of the trauma I had experienced as well as his fierce advocacy for bringing healing to survivors and preventing others from being harmed. I highly recommend Kienan Christianson—he helped me reach a place of healing that I hadn’t imagined possible.
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15 Nov, 2019 by Emily
Kienan represented me during a really intense custody disagreement between me and my son's father. A friend of mine who previously worked with Kienan recommended him to me, and I couldn't be more grateful. Kienan was professional, knowledgeable and skillful. Not only is he masterful with his knowledge of the law, his people skills will win over any judge's favor due to his courteousness, graciousness, and humility. My son's father was attempting to win full custody, but thanks to Kienan hard work, attention to detail and experience, I was the one who was granted full custody of my son. On top of Kienan's impressive work ethic, he's simply a pleasure to work with. He was always realnwith me yet respectful. He displayed great deals of empathy for me while I was dealing with this really difficult situation. He was also very respectful of my budget, aware that I was receiving help from family to afford his services, he was transparent with the cost of everything ahead of time and was always willing to discuss the pros and cons with me and my family. I can't express enough appreciation for Kienan, and I would definitely hire Kienan again should I need representation again!
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13 Nov, 2019 by Anonymous
Kienan is passionate, driven and detail oriented. He fights tirelessly for others and works incredibly hard for his clients. In my case, Kienan was an excellent communicator and explained the process as well as the rational behind his advice making a very painful process feel much less exhausting. I have referred friends to Kienan as well who had similar praise to offer. I would highly recommend Attorney Christianson.
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26 Mar, 2018 by Christopher m keller
I was accused of making a false phone call to 911. Williston Police tried to charge me with making the phone call, and causing a "public safety hazard". They were seeking a written apology (most likely to be published in the paper) and a $1000 fine to cover "Fire Department" coasts. My father is an NYC firefighter - and that wasn't happening. Ian did not hesitate when I told him to tell the Fire and Police Departments to pound sand, and I would NOT be writing a check for $0.01. I was ready to take it to court, but because of Ian, the Fire Department and Williston PD folded, and the charges were dropped. As Ian will admit, he is not the "least expensive" attorney in Burlington - however, I'd rather be the one with the gun at the knife fight. Right? So, thank you to Ian, for handling my situation quickly, quietly and getting my desired outcome. I will recommend Ian given the chance; and although I hope to never need his assistance again, I wouldn't hesitate to hire him or his firm.
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24 Sep, 2024 by Kiana donegan
Brooks McArthur did a fantastic job for me. Outcome beyond expectations. Fantastic advocate for his clients and I couldn’t say enough wonderful things during such a challenging time.
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02 Aug, 2024 by Lourdes sola-thomas
Dear Brooks and the Gravel & Shea Team,
I am writing to express my deepest gratitude for the exceptional legal representation provided by Brooks during our recent lawsuit. From the very first moment, Brooks displayed a remarkable ability to connect with my teenage daughter, earning her attention and trust immediately. This was no small feat, and it made a world of difference to our family during a very challenging time.
Brooks's expertise, dedication, and compassionate approach were evident in every aspect of his work. He took the time to thoroughly explain the legal process, answered all our questions with patience and clarity, and always kept us informed about the progress of the case. His professionalism and commitment to our case were truly outstanding.
What impressed us the most was Brooks's ability to make my daughter feel comfortable and confident throughout the entire process. His empathetic and understanding nature provided her with a sense of security and reassurance that was invaluable to us as a family.
We are extremely happy with the outcome of the case and cannot thank Brooks enough for his hard work and dedication. His efforts have had a profound impact on our lives, and we are forever grateful.
Thank you, Brooks, and the entire team at Gravel & Shea, for everything you have done for us. We wholeheartedly recommend your services to anyone in need of exceptional legal representation.
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02 Aug, 2024 by Crystal williams
Brooks McArthur is a fantastic lawyer. I highly recommend you hire him if you need a lawyer.
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08 Jul, 2024 by Vicky phillips
I worked with Kate Dingle (Kronk) at Murphy, Sullivan and Kronk to sell my Internet marketing business to venture capitalists on the East Coast. She did an exceptional job. She managed the process, negotiated the terms working against a team of very experienced VC lawyers, and was relentless in pursuing my interests. As a result of her work I received top dollar and also avoided signing several alternative deals that she advised me were not up to snuff. She was right about the latter. Most impressively she not only knows the law but fights for and pushes back for her clients refusing to accept smoke screens and poorly pitched and conceived terms of acquisition and ownership. I hired MSK after a year long dismal and incredibly expensive experience with a larger firm, Downes Rachlin and Martin (DRM). MSK is much smaller, but they proved much better lawyers, more deeply engaged in the outcome, knowledgeable of business law, and more reasonable in their fees. Grateful for their advice and assistance which paid off in spades in finally closing a deal that DRM had dragged through their billing machine for over a year.
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08 Jul, 2024 by Kim kim
Thanks for attorney Brian Sullivan and assistant Olivia a lot . I have green card and I am so happy with your service . They answer email quickly and care for our case a lot .
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08 Jul, 2024 by Bill niquette
22 Apr, 2024 by Kim kim
Thanks for attorney Brian Sullivan and assistant Olivia a lot . I have green card and I am so happy with your service . They answer email quickly and care for our case a lot .
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06 Apr, 2024 by R.g. g.m.
08 Nov, 2023 by Thomas manasjan
My wife and I worked with Brian and Olivia for her immigration and they were both great! A big reason I went with MSK is because of my first phone conversation with Olivia. Both Brian and Olivia were super attentive, talked over things with me numerous times, and were always quick to respond to my emails and calls. They were the only place who were honest and upfront about the price which gave me piece of mind knowing the cost wouldn’t spiral out of control like many of the other lawyers/firms I contacted initially.
I contacted numerous individual immigration lawyers in Vermont who wouldn’t even give me a shred of information until I payed their fee, maybe that’s how it is with lawyers but it felt downright rude to me. Also completely unwillingly to talk about price, even in the vaguest of terms. So when I finally contacted MSK and spoke to Olivia you could imagine my surprise when someone treated me with respect and actually told me a price.
Save yourself the stress, for immigration go with MSK. Highly recommended.
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08 Jul, 2024 by Sierra ballard
08 Jul, 2024 by Sarah asherman
Cynthia Broadfoot - A True Professional in Divorce Law
I recently had the privilege of working with Cindy during my divorce, and I cannot emphasize enough how grateful I am for her exceptional legal representation and support throughout the entire process. From the very first consultation, Cindy demonstrated an in-depth understanding of divorce law and a compassionate approach to my unique situation. She took the time to listen to my concerns, assess the complexities of my case, and provided honest and realistic expectations about the possible outcomes. Throughout the process, communication with Cindy was outstanding. I always felt well-informed about the progress of my case, and she promptly responded to any questions or concerns I had along the way. This level of responsiveness and attention to detail gave me the confidence that my case was in the hands of a competent and dedicated professional.
Cindy proved to be a highly skilled negotiator during settlement discussions, advocating for my best interests while keeping the focus on finding an amicable resolution whenever possible. Thanks to her expertise and strategic approach, we were able to reach a favorable settlement without the need for a lengthy and emotionally draining court battle. Furthermore, I was impressed by the level of empathy and understanding shown by Cindy. Going through a divorce is an emotionally challenging experience, but she was there every step of the way, providing not just legal guidance, but also emotional support. The legal fees were reasonable and transparent, and I never felt that I was being charged unnecessarily or unfairly. Cindy was upfront about the costs from the beginning and provided detailed invoices that made it easy to track the expenses.
Overall, I cannot recommend Cynthia Broadfoot highly enough for anyone in need of a divorce attorney. If you are looking for a professional who combines legal expertise, outstanding communication, and genuine care for her clients, Cindy is the one you can trust.
Thank you, Cindy, for helping me navigate through this challenging chapter of my life and securing the best possible outcome for me and my family.
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08 Jul, 2024 by Stacie callan
Cynthia was very informative and assisted me with navigating a hefty settlement. She was very responsive, professional and knowledgeable. I appreciate her efforts as it saved both side a lot of time and money.
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08 Jul, 2024 by Sierra ballard
08 Jul, 2024 by Paige carrier
Cindy and her staff have always been professional, but personable at the same time. They have patiently answered every question and thoroughly explained documents and procedures. I have always felt assured that paperwork was in order and that Cindy was going to fight for my best interest. Legal matters can understandably create stress and anxiety. Cindy's calm demeanor has a way of alleviating that stress and anxiety so you feel confident and prepared. I strongly recommend Broadfoot Attorneys at Law for any legal needs.
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08 Jul, 2024 by James spink
Cindy did a great job for me. She was there for me always, she was responsive, supportive, very professional and effective beyond my expectations. Super impressed!
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17 Apr, 2023 by Anonymous
Despite all of the discrimination and negligence supervision I am experiencing this attorney refused to hear me out and take my case. This is a serious matter and it needs to be addressed or I may take my LIFE because no one has my back
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10 Mar, 2022 by Anonymous
Mr. Bond represented me in a consumer fraud case with a contractor. In the complaint he wrote to initiate the case, he misplaced the emphasis in a number of ways and also left out one crucial fact. When the contractor's lawyer responded with a motion to dismiss the case, this gaping hole played a major role in the judge's decision to dismiss. Mr. Bond then convinced me to appeal the dismissal -- at significant cost to me, of course. The other side then suggested mediation.
It was in the mediation process that Mr. Bond demonstrated his most extraordinary incompetence. He started by insisting that we open by asking for an outrageous sum. This undermined our credibility from the outset and put the contractor on the defensive. All through the grueling negotiations, Mr. Bond stayed on the sidelines, basically an empty suit. After many hours, when I was very tired, I made the first move toward compromise, and the other side finally began to budge. At this point, Mr. Bond broke in, took me aside, and tried to convince me to accept their very first, ridiculously low offer! That was when I realized I was on my own. I managed to get thousands of dollars more only because I ignored his advice. The final sum, however, was much less than I needed to make myself whole.
From the very beginning, Mr. Bond pulled rank on me as a lawyer and ignored suggestions I made that would have made our case stronger. (He thinks very highly of himself.) He was always in a hurry and never showed an interest in understanding the details of the case, nor was he ever committed to the main and indeed only goal, which was simply to recover enough money to repair the damage that had resulted from the incompetence, deceitfulness, and intransigence of the contractor. (The mediator actually told me that I had been "badly treated.") In retrospect, I believe my main goal never was Mr. Bond's goal. My reading is that it was a slow time for him (during covid), he needed the work, and it didn't matter to him how it worked out in the end: he'd be paid anyway. The standard caricature of a lawyer.
How is it that I, who had never participated in mediation, was better at it on my first try than he was after countless similar experiences? I am fully convinced that had he not been in the room and I had handled the negotiations alone, I would have been able to recover enough money to come out even. He hurt that effort. He is a hapless negotiator. And since most such cases go to mediation, this is a crucial shortcoming.
You're better not hiring this guy.
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02 Jul, 2020 by Anonymous
David is one of the few first-rate litigators in a small state. He was quick to grasp the key issues in our case, and unfailingly accurate in his understanding of how the law should apply - indeed considerably more so than our state court judges. His ability to recall facts is equal to the quality of his legal reasoning. I have rarely made fewer comments or edits on a brief than with David's, in more than three decades of managing preeminent attorneys in complex international litigation. Having seen perhaps a dozen of the state’s litigators in action, I have found David far superior in efficiency, effectiveness and value.
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18 May, 2023 by Stephanie couch
Professional, Helpful, Kind, Knowledgeable, Dedicated
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14 Dec, 2020 by Richard t. cassidy
I have referred A number of my clients who need family law help to Barber and Waxman. I get uniformly excellent reports back.
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27 Oct, 2020 by Katie kelly
22 Mar, 2022 by Adam
Mr. Tao was hired to represent me for my contested divorce hearing. He failed to file the appropriate documentation with the courts, causing me to have motions of contempt filed against me. He also failed to answer his telephone and email for the two months prior to my hearing. I am now homeless because of his neglect. Please be warned- he is dangerously unreliable. I would have done better to represent myself, as he only caused harm to my case. If requested, I will be happy to share the details and documentation related to his contempt hearing and dismissal.
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10 Apr, 2017 by Adam
I hired Shawn in Spring/Summer of 2016 to handle a landlord dispute in Burlington, VT and he was extremely professional every step of the way. I was well-informed throughout the entire process, and I trusted his expertise every step of the way.
His empathy and professionalism made this fairly serious dispute feel in my control and well-handled, and I can't recommend him highly enough.
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What a Litigation Lawyer Can Do for You
A litigation lawyer specializes in representing individuals, businesses, or organizations involved in legal disputes. Whether you're the one filing a lawsuit or you're being sued, a litigation attorney will advocate on your behalf throughout the entire legal process. Their goal is to resolve disputes, either through negotiation, settlement, or trial. Litigation lawyers can help with a wide range of disputes, including contract disagreements, real estate issues, employment disputes, personal injury claims, and more.
Litigation lawyers provide strategic legal advice and manage all aspects of your case, from filing motions to representing you in court, ensuring that your rights are protected and that you have the best chance of achieving a favorable outcome.
When Should I Hire a Litigation Lawyer?
You should consider hiring a litigation lawyer if you're involved in a legal dispute that you cannot resolve on your own. Common situations include:
- Breach of contract disputes: If a party to a contract fails to fulfill their obligations, a litigation lawyer can help you seek damages or enforce the agreement.
- Business disputes: Litigation lawyers can represent you in cases of partnership disagreements, intellectual property disputes, or business fraud.
- Employment disputes: If you're facing issues like wrongful termination, workplace discrimination, or wage disputes, a litigation lawyer can help resolve these matters through negotiation or court action.
- Personal injury claims: If you've been injured due to someone else's negligence and are seeking compensation, a litigation attorney can help you pursue your case.
- Real estate or property disputes: When there are conflicts over property ownership, boundary issues, or lease agreements, a litigation lawyer can assist in resolving the dispute.
Hiring a lawyer early in the process is beneficial, especially if a lawsuit seems imminent or you have already been served with legal documents.
What Does a Litigation Lawyer Do?
A litigation lawyer handles all aspects of your case, from the initial investigation to the trial and even the appeals process, if necessary. Their role includes:
- Case assessment and investigation: Analyzing the facts of your case and advising whether it’s worth pursuing or defending.
- Pleadings and motions: Drafting and filing documents to initiate or respond to a lawsuit, including complaints, motions to dismiss, and answers.
- Discovery: Gathering evidence, including depositions, interrogatories, and document requests, to build your case.
- Negotiations and settlement discussions: Attempting to resolve disputes through mediation, arbitration, or settlement talks before going to trial.
- Trial representation: Presenting your case in court, examining witnesses, introducing evidence, and making legal arguments before a judge or jury.
- Appeals: If necessary, filing appeals to challenge or defend the outcome of the trial.
Litigation lawyers are also skilled negotiators and often work to resolve disputes outside of court to save time, money, and stress for their clients.
How Are Litigation Lawyers Paid?
Litigation lawyers typically use a variety of fee structures depending on the type of case, the complexity of the legal matter, and the financial circumstances of the client. Common payment arrangements include:
- Hourly rates: Many litigation attorneys charge by the hour, with rates varying based on experience and geographic location.
- Flat fees: For specific, predictable legal tasks (such as filing a motion), lawyers may offer a flat fee.
- Contingency fees: In personal injury or other cases where you seek damages, a lawyer may work on a contingency basis, taking a percentage of the settlement or award if you win.
- Retainer: Some clients pay a retainer fee upfront to secure ongoing legal services. The lawyer then bills against this retainer as work is done.
The exact structure should be discussed in the initial consultation to ensure you understand how and when you'll be charged.
How Much Does a Litigation Lawyer Cost?
The cost of a litigation lawyer varies significantly depending on the nature of the dispute and the lawyer’s experience. Factors affecting the cost include:
- The complexity of the case: More complex litigation involving extensive discovery, expert witnesses, or multi-party suits typically costs more.
- Time spent: Litigation cases can be time-consuming, especially if they go to trial. The longer the case, the higher the legal fees.
- Type of fee arrangement: Hourly rates can range from $200 to over $1,000 per hour, depending on the lawyer’s reputation and location. Contingency fees generally range from 25% to 40% of the settlement or award.
- Stage of litigation: Cases that settle early in the process are often less expensive than those that proceed to trial or appeal.
It’s crucial to ask about cost estimates during your initial consultation to avoid surprises.
Top Questions to Ask a Litigation Lawyer
Before hiring a litigation lawyer, it's essential to ask key questions to ensure you're choosing the right representation:
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What is your experience with cases like mine?
Ensure that the lawyer has experience handling your specific type of dispute, whether it's a contract issue, personal injury, or business matter. -
What are the potential outcomes of my case?
Ask for an honest assessment of your case's strengths, weaknesses, and the likelihood of success. -
What is your fee structure?
Clarify how you'll be charged, whether by the hour, a flat fee, or on a contingency basis. -
How long do you expect my case to take?
While it's hard to predict, an experienced lawyer can give you a rough estimate based on similar cases. -
How often do you settle cases versus going to trial?
Some lawyers are more inclined to settle, while others may be more experienced in the courtroom. It’s important to understand their strategy. -
What is your approach to resolving disputes?
Some lawyers prefer aggressive litigation, while others focus on settlement or mediation. Choose one whose approach aligns with your goals.
How to Check the Credibility of a Litigation Lawyer
To verify a litigation lawyer’s credibility, consider the following steps:
- Check bar association records: Ensure the lawyer is in good standing with the state bar and has no history of disciplinary actions.
- Read client reviews and testimonials: Online reviews can provide insight into the lawyer’s professionalism and track record.
- Look for litigation experience: Review the lawyer’s website or professional profile to ensure they have handled cases like yours and have a record of success.
- Request references: Ask the lawyer to provide references from past clients who can speak to their effectiveness and approach.
- Research their trial experience: If your case is likely to go to trial, ensure the lawyer has a history of courtroom success.
What Should I Prepare for My First Consultation?
To make your first consultation with a litigation lawyer productive, you should prepare the following:
- A clear outline of the dispute: Provide a timeline and key details about the legal issue you're facing.
- Any relevant documents: Bring contracts, emails, letters, or any other documentation that pertains to the case.
- A list of key players: Provide the names of individuals or companies involved in the dispute.
- Questions about fees and the litigation process: Make sure you understand how the lawyer plans to approach your case and how you will be charged.
- Your goals and expectations: Be clear about what outcome you're hoping for, whether it's a settlement, compensation, or another resolution.
By coming prepared, you can ensure that your initial meeting with the lawyer is both efficient and insightful, giving you a better sense of how to proceed with your case.
