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29 Oct, 2018 by Ursula
I first met Maryam in 2013 while she worked diligently on a criminal case for my husband. She had truly been a Godsend to my family. Maryam went above and beyond to thoroughly represent my husband, she went as far as to obtain her notary license so that she could notarized an important document while my husband was incarcerated at MDC, LA. I could call on her and Maryam would be available. It gave me great peace of mind knowing that she was an attorney that actually cared about her clients. Maryam was honest with me and did not sugar-coat the severity of my husbands case. I felt safe and connected to her for her honesty. Tragically, my husband passed away in custody. I had not spoken to Maryam in well over a year (we ended up going with a public defender). I received a very heartfelt text from Maryam giving me her condolences and telling me how much she knew I loved my husband.
A year and half later in 2016, I hired her to represent my minor daughter for a DUI. Again, I cannot tell how much she went above and beyond to represent thoroughly for my family. She works hard, she's honest and she has a heart that truly wants to help her clients and represent them in the best possible way. Maryam took the time to sit and meet with my daughter and offered her ear and help even beyond the court room. My daughter received probation and Maryam did her homework and was able to save me thousands ($25+K) of dollars in a falsified restitution claim. I could never thank Maryam enough for all that she has done for me and my family. My daughter is now off of probation thanks for Maryam. She is on a much better path and is expecting.
I will say that I did not trust attorneys before. Maryam is an attorney that I literally trust with my life. She took the utmost care of my late husband and my daughter. She is very dear to my heart and I love her!
THANK YOU MARYAM FOR EVERYTHING!
Respectfully,
Ursula
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22 Jul, 2018 by Aalap
I had found Maryam Sharifi through a common aquantance and I will say I was very lucky to have been able to find a way to her. I had received a DUI charge that was pending as a felony and she did everything she could to save me jail time and bring it down to a misdemeanor. She had spoken with me dad and many occasions and went out of her way to keep him informed as well and she really got to know us had a genuine concern for my well being. She found a traffic school for me and made sure I kept up with any and all court assigned classes to make sure I got out of this okay. For a very long time I had a huge worry of going to jail and having to drop out of school and all that come with that; and Maryam has helped physically as well as mentally with all of that and I couldn't thank her enough. I highly recommend Maryam Sharifi if you have any kind of issues like I did.
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27 Jun, 2017 by Matt
I have had great experiences with Maryam, from small quick phone call advice to representing me in big legal matters, Maryam has been a pleasure to work with. I have referred her to friends and family for all of their legal needs and I'm happy I found a lawyer I can trust.
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14 Aug, 2013 by Diana
I just wanted to let you know how much of a difference that your years of effort have made in my daughter's life. Krystal is doing well and now has access to so many resources that we wouldn't have even been aware of or otherwise have access to without your help. I don't know how we could have made it through this experience without you. It was the most excuciating experience I've ever been through. Without your support and the support of the entire Aitken Aitken Cohn Firm, I just don't know what we would have done. I will never forget all that you have done and will be forever grateful for everything.
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15 Jul, 2013 by Anonymous
There is so much all positive. I cannot thank Richard Cohn enough for believing in me and for fighting for justice. What I like most about the attorneys and staff was their attention, respect and the way they treated me. Everyone understood how I felt. Everything was above and beyond!
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15 Jul, 2013 by Patricia
What I like most was the personal time Rich spent with my family making a point to greet us personally every time we came in. They never over promised things but they still delivered. This was the most awful event me and my son had ever experienced but your firm's actions made it bearable. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts.
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23 Jun, 2021 by Judith
Micheal Penn was my attorney for my personal injury case. He is a fantastic, brilliant, kind attorney that is extremely well skilled. He is compassionate and will work on your case diligently and effectively until completion. He will do whatever it takes to resolve your case in your best interest. I highly recommend him for your legal needs.
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17 Jul, 2013 by Anonymous
Michael Penn was exceptional-always responsive, professional, supportive and understanding. I appreciate how friendly and dedicated everyone is and that they make the client feel like their number one priority.
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17 Jul, 2013 by Anonymous
All the staff who worked on my case were knowledgeable and attentive. Mr Penn. went above and beyond to help everyone in my family.
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01 May, 2017 by Brooke
He helped us through a very trying and emotional time after my husbands motorcycle accident. Without him to guide us I don't know how we would have made it. Thank you so much!!!
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18 Feb, 2016 by Anonymous
Atticus helped my wife and I in a very difficult time. He was very thorough in his approach, he listened to us and understood where we were coming from. He gave us an honest, straightforward assessment at every point of the process and delivered a fair result.
I would definitely hire him again.
I am happy to know that there are guys out there like Atticus ready and willing to help people like us who fall into very unfortunate circumstances.
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18 Feb, 2015 by Georgepalaziol
Atticus is an amazing attorney. He came highly recommended and we can see why. He is a man of integrity and high morals which says a lot these days. He worked tirelessly on our case and always was available throughout our ordeal. Thank you Atticus! If we need representation in the future there is no question of who we will call!
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13 Jan, 2015 by Anonymous
Richard Thomas Collins is representing me in a wrongful termination/whistleblower case. We lost our case in federal court. Rich is my hero and will continue to be even if the appellate court denies our appeal for a new trial. I'd recommend him and his team at Berger Kahn to anyone.
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14 Apr, 2011 by Dennis and sheryl
We shopped around and spoke with 6 other attorneys before finding Richard Thomas Collins. We knew he was "the one" when he took time to listen to every aspect of our case and even advised us for awhile, before we officially hired him. And then when we did sign on with him, he tried to be reasonable about the fee and not charge more than necessary. His attitude was to see how things go and maybe he wouldn't need to charge more.
Other attorneys wouldn't even talk beyond 10 minutes or so without demanding a retainer fee.
Richard Collins remained realistic and careful not to promise positive results that might not happen, but at the same time, he was thorough and quoted actual penal codes that pertained to our case. He did his homework and made sure the details were correct. The letters he wrote on our behalf were so outstanding and accurate that it helped us get through rough days and cheered us up to read them!
It appears that the outcome of the case is exactly what we had hoped for, and we attribute that result to Richard Collins' expertise and knowledge, for our type of case.
He was completely professional yet sensitive to what we were going through as real people with feelings.
His manner is so pleasant and reassuring.
He was always good to return calls and kept us informed.
Having worked with other attorneys on other unrelated issues in the past, we wish we had known about him sooner!
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11 Oct, 2024 by Ashley hernandez
Moises is an amazing lawyer. He helped my uncle Fermin through his DUI process & made everything easy.
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07 Oct, 2024 by Adrian avila
Moises is a sharp professional who takes care of business in & out of courts, his communication was really good, he was on time to every hearing & in the end he got me a great result for my case, happy overall with his performance really great guy 💯👍🏽👊🏼
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30 Jul, 2024 by Trish simpson
If you need assistance after an accident, these fabulous people will take the best care of you! No stress, a very kind and compassionate team. Cameron B. helped me and I met Ali. I HIGHLY recommend them. TEN STARS. Thank you all.
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19 Jul, 2024 by Maj jacob thomas shillig, esq.
As an immigration lawyer I do not handle criminal cases, so when one of my clients got arrested in Orange County, California I needed to help my client to find the very best criminal defense attorney.
I reached out to the people I trust in the area and they recommended Attorney Thomas. Scott Thomas is a force to be reckoned with, shortly after my client hired him, the case was dismissed!!
In other words, the best possible results! I strongly recommend this lawyer to my fellow attorneys as well as anyone in Southern California looking for a lawyer that gets results.
I have been practicing law for about 10 years so it is difficult to impress me but the Law Office of Scott C. Thomas gets a 10/10 and I will definitely be recommending them to all my California clients!!
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31 Mar, 2024 by Taylor gomes
Scott is the perfect blend of having your buddy help you through a tough time and a cutthroat attorney who gets results. Scott not only delivered a dismissal from a previous DUI case, he outdid himself once again and battled with the DA for nearly 18 months to get a pretty obvious DUI reduced to a wet and reckless. This man has saved my career twice, and I won't take the wake-up call for granted. Thank you, Scott!
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30 Dec, 2023 by 420 life
Scott is an excellent attorney. I’m very thankful I found him and hired him.
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22 Aug, 2024 by Bryan ventura
Where do I even begin? My case was incredibly complex and had initially been handled by a different firm. It was later referred to Jose due to its challenges. From the very first day, Jose ensured that I was fully informed and up to date with every step of the process. He was honest, transparent, and communicative—qualities that were lacking with the previous firm. Despite the complexities of my case, Jose made everything smooth and easy to understand. He is truly invested in his clients' success and well-being, showing a deep understanding of personal responsibilities. On top of all that, he's just a pleasure to talk to. Additionally, his staff was always welcoming and supportive, making the entire experience even better.
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13 Aug, 2024 by Yvette alvarez
Robles Babaree team of Lawyers were very helpful with my case. Great communication, very detailed in explaining all the legal aspects of my case. I am very grateful to have an attorney that was looking out for my best interests.
THANK YOU
Ms. Alvarez
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11 Jul, 2024 by Judy raya
I was represented by Jose and Shireen
In trial and they were both amazing, they made it easy and made me feel at ease
I had a great time watching them at work and they beat my case!!
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20 Apr, 2020 by Linda l mitchell
I have had the privilege of providing my services as a handwriting expert in several cases for this firm. In every case, I have experienced a highly professional staff from the attorneys to the legal assistants. It is a pleasure to assist attorneys who are efficient, well-organized and willing to listen.
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05 Nov, 2024 by Monica bayarri
This will be the second time I hire the Fontes Law Group in Santa Ana. I live in Miami, work in Spain, and I’m from Houston and researched intensely on many immigration law firms and hands down they are the best. I’m incredibly grateful for the attention to detail and diligence. I’m also grateful to Veronica Levya for her patience and professionalism. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.
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29 Oct, 2024 by Manuel orozco
I closed my case with the Law Offices of Dennis Dascanio and I highly recommend him Mariella was very helpful and was able to answer all my questions the communication for them is number one and you can talk to the attorney whenever you request an appointment no hassle at all
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12 Oct, 2024 by Luis hernandez solis
Quiero recomendar a la abogada Navarro y la firma Fontes. Yo llegue a ella gracias a recomendaciĂłn de mi sobrina a quien le ayudo a ganar un caso de custodia.
Yo estaba atravesando un proceso complicado de divorcio en el cuál habĂa muchas implicaciones/agresiones por parte de mi ex esposa el cual se estaba alargando más de lo deseado. Yo comencĂ© el proceso con un paralegal por "barato" sin saber que lo barato me saldrĂa más caro.
En cuanto llegue con la abogada Navarro se notĂł su experiencia, profesionalidad y educaciĂłn. Ella y su equipo me guiaron paso a paso durante el proceso, me mantuvieron informado de cada avance en el caso y contestaban mis dudas. Cabe destacar que la srita Gali fue quien estuvo en contacto conmigo y me escucho y resolvia todas mis dudas y me guio, cuándo la abogada no podĂa hacerlo directamente y siempre lo hizo de una manera profesional y amistosa.
El dĂa de la audiencia me sentĂ ampliamente representado por la abogada y gracias a ella, su experiencia y su guĂa legal pudimos llegar a un acuerdo en mediaciĂłn y finalizar el divorcio.
Estoy sumamente agradecido con la abogada y su equipo. 100% recomiendo a la Abogada Navarro y su gran equipo para quien este pasando por un caso legal difĂcil.
Quiero recalcar que si estas en un proceso de divorcio no acudas a lugares baratos, solo te hacen perder tiempo y dinero y esas personas no te asesoran en absolutamente nada legal.
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05 Nov, 2024 by Monica bayarri
This will be the second time I hire the Fontes Law Group in Santa Ana. I live in Miami, work in Spain, and I’m from Houston and researched intensely on many immigration law firms and hands down they are the best. I’m incredibly grateful for the attention to detail and diligence. I’m also grateful to Veronica Levya for her patience and professionalism. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.
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29 Oct, 2024 by Manuel orozco
I closed my case with the Law Offices of Dennis Dascanio and I highly recommend him Mariella was very helpful and was able to answer all my questions the communication for them is number one and you can talk to the attorney whenever you request an appointment no hassle at all
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12 Oct, 2024 by Luis hernandez solis
Quiero recomendar a la abogada Navarro y la firma Fontes. Yo llegue a ella gracias a recomendaciĂłn de mi sobrina a quien le ayudo a ganar un caso de custodia.
Yo estaba atravesando un proceso complicado de divorcio en el cuál habĂa muchas implicaciones/agresiones por parte de mi ex esposa el cual se estaba alargando más de lo deseado. Yo comencĂ© el proceso con un paralegal por "barato" sin saber que lo barato me saldrĂa más caro.
En cuanto llegue con la abogada Navarro se notĂł su experiencia, profesionalidad y educaciĂłn. Ella y su equipo me guiaron paso a paso durante el proceso, me mantuvieron informado de cada avance en el caso y contestaban mis dudas. Cabe destacar que la srita Gali fue quien estuvo en contacto conmigo y me escucho y resolvia todas mis dudas y me guio, cuándo la abogada no podĂa hacerlo directamente y siempre lo hizo de una manera profesional y amistosa.
El dĂa de la audiencia me sentĂ ampliamente representado por la abogada y gracias a ella, su experiencia y su guĂa legal pudimos llegar a un acuerdo en mediaciĂłn y finalizar el divorcio.
Estoy sumamente agradecido con la abogada y su equipo. 100% recomiendo a la Abogada Navarro y su gran equipo para quien este pasando por un caso legal difĂcil.
Quiero recalcar que si estas en un proceso de divorcio no acudas a lugares baratos, solo te hacen perder tiempo y dinero y esas personas no te asesoran en absolutamente nada legal.
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05 Nov, 2024 by Monica bayarri
This will be the second time I hire the Fontes Law Group in Santa Ana. I live in Miami, work in Spain, and I’m from Houston and researched intensely on many immigration law firms and hands down they are the best. I’m incredibly grateful for the attention to detail and diligence. I’m also grateful to Veronica Levya for her patience and professionalism. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.
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29 Oct, 2024 by Manuel orozco
I closed my case with the Law Offices of Dennis Dascanio and I highly recommend him Mariella was very helpful and was able to answer all my questions the communication for them is number one and you can talk to the attorney whenever you request an appointment no hassle at all
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12 Oct, 2024 by Luis hernandez solis
Quiero recomendar a la abogada Navarro y la firma Fontes. Yo llegue a ella gracias a recomendaciĂłn de mi sobrina a quien le ayudo a ganar un caso de custodia.
Yo estaba atravesando un proceso complicado de divorcio en el cuál habĂa muchas implicaciones/agresiones por parte de mi ex esposa el cual se estaba alargando más de lo deseado. Yo comencĂ© el proceso con un paralegal por "barato" sin saber que lo barato me saldrĂa más caro.
En cuanto llegue con la abogada Navarro se notĂł su experiencia, profesionalidad y educaciĂłn. Ella y su equipo me guiaron paso a paso durante el proceso, me mantuvieron informado de cada avance en el caso y contestaban mis dudas. Cabe destacar que la srita Gali fue quien estuvo en contacto conmigo y me escucho y resolvia todas mis dudas y me guio, cuándo la abogada no podĂa hacerlo directamente y siempre lo hizo de una manera profesional y amistosa.
El dĂa de la audiencia me sentĂ ampliamente representado por la abogada y gracias a ella, su experiencia y su guĂa legal pudimos llegar a un acuerdo en mediaciĂłn y finalizar el divorcio.
Estoy sumamente agradecido con la abogada y su equipo. 100% recomiendo a la Abogada Navarro y su gran equipo para quien este pasando por un caso legal difĂcil.
Quiero recalcar que si estas en un proceso de divorcio no acudas a lugares baratos, solo te hacen perder tiempo y dinero y esas personas no te asesoran en absolutamente nada legal.
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05 Nov, 2024 by Monica bayarri
This will be the second time I hire the Fontes Law Group in Santa Ana. I live in Miami, work in Spain, and I’m from Houston and researched intensely on many immigration law firms and hands down they are the best. I’m incredibly grateful for the attention to detail and diligence. I’m also grateful to Veronica Levya for her patience and professionalism. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.
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29 Oct, 2024 by Manuel orozco
I closed my case with the Law Offices of Dennis Dascanio and I highly recommend him Mariella was very helpful and was able to answer all my questions the communication for them is number one and you can talk to the attorney whenever you request an appointment no hassle at all
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12 Oct, 2024 by Luis hernandez solis
Quiero recomendar a la abogada Navarro y la firma Fontes. Yo llegue a ella gracias a recomendaciĂłn de mi sobrina a quien le ayudo a ganar un caso de custodia.
Yo estaba atravesando un proceso complicado de divorcio en el cuál habĂa muchas implicaciones/agresiones por parte de mi ex esposa el cual se estaba alargando más de lo deseado. Yo comencĂ© el proceso con un paralegal por "barato" sin saber que lo barato me saldrĂa más caro.
En cuanto llegue con la abogada Navarro se notĂł su experiencia, profesionalidad y educaciĂłn. Ella y su equipo me guiaron paso a paso durante el proceso, me mantuvieron informado de cada avance en el caso y contestaban mis dudas. Cabe destacar que la srita Gali fue quien estuvo en contacto conmigo y me escucho y resolvia todas mis dudas y me guio, cuándo la abogada no podĂa hacerlo directamente y siempre lo hizo de una manera profesional y amistosa.
El dĂa de la audiencia me sentĂ ampliamente representado por la abogada y gracias a ella, su experiencia y su guĂa legal pudimos llegar a un acuerdo en mediaciĂłn y finalizar el divorcio.
Estoy sumamente agradecido con la abogada y su equipo. 100% recomiendo a la Abogada Navarro y su gran equipo para quien este pasando por un caso legal difĂcil.
Quiero recalcar que si estas en un proceso de divorcio no acudas a lugares baratos, solo te hacen perder tiempo y dinero y esas personas no te asesoran en absolutamente nada legal.
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05 Nov, 2024 by Monica bayarri
This will be the second time I hire the Fontes Law Group in Santa Ana. I live in Miami, work in Spain, and I’m from Houston and researched intensely on many immigration law firms and hands down they are the best. I’m incredibly grateful for the attention to detail and diligence. I’m also grateful to Veronica Levya for her patience and professionalism. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.
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29 Oct, 2024 by Manuel orozco
I closed my case with the Law Offices of Dennis Dascanio and I highly recommend him Mariella was very helpful and was able to answer all my questions the communication for them is number one and you can talk to the attorney whenever you request an appointment no hassle at all
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12 Oct, 2024 by Luis hernandez solis
Quiero recomendar a la abogada Navarro y la firma Fontes. Yo llegue a ella gracias a recomendaciĂłn de mi sobrina a quien le ayudo a ganar un caso de custodia.
Yo estaba atravesando un proceso complicado de divorcio en el cuál habĂa muchas implicaciones/agresiones por parte de mi ex esposa el cual se estaba alargando más de lo deseado. Yo comencĂ© el proceso con un paralegal por "barato" sin saber que lo barato me saldrĂa más caro.
En cuanto llegue con la abogada Navarro se notĂł su experiencia, profesionalidad y educaciĂłn. Ella y su equipo me guiaron paso a paso durante el proceso, me mantuvieron informado de cada avance en el caso y contestaban mis dudas. Cabe destacar que la srita Gali fue quien estuvo en contacto conmigo y me escucho y resolvia todas mis dudas y me guio, cuándo la abogada no podĂa hacerlo directamente y siempre lo hizo de una manera profesional y amistosa.
El dĂa de la audiencia me sentĂ ampliamente representado por la abogada y gracias a ella, su experiencia y su guĂa legal pudimos llegar a un acuerdo en mediaciĂłn y finalizar el divorcio.
Estoy sumamente agradecido con la abogada y su equipo. 100% recomiendo a la Abogada Navarro y su gran equipo para quien este pasando por un caso legal difĂcil.
Quiero recalcar que si estas en un proceso de divorcio no acudas a lugares baratos, solo te hacen perder tiempo y dinero y esas personas no te asesoran en absolutamente nada legal.
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05 Nov, 2024 by Monica bayarri
This will be the second time I hire the Fontes Law Group in Santa Ana. I live in Miami, work in Spain, and I’m from Houston and researched intensely on many immigration law firms and hands down they are the best. I’m incredibly grateful for the attention to detail and diligence. I’m also grateful to Veronica Levya for her patience and professionalism. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.
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29 Oct, 2024 by Manuel orozco
I closed my case with the Law Offices of Dennis Dascanio and I highly recommend him Mariella was very helpful and was able to answer all my questions the communication for them is number one and you can talk to the attorney whenever you request an appointment no hassle at all
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12 Oct, 2024 by Luis hernandez solis
Quiero recomendar a la abogada Navarro y la firma Fontes. Yo llegue a ella gracias a recomendaciĂłn de mi sobrina a quien le ayudo a ganar un caso de custodia.
Yo estaba atravesando un proceso complicado de divorcio en el cuál habĂa muchas implicaciones/agresiones por parte de mi ex esposa el cual se estaba alargando más de lo deseado. Yo comencĂ© el proceso con un paralegal por "barato" sin saber que lo barato me saldrĂa más caro.
En cuanto llegue con la abogada Navarro se notĂł su experiencia, profesionalidad y educaciĂłn. Ella y su equipo me guiaron paso a paso durante el proceso, me mantuvieron informado de cada avance en el caso y contestaban mis dudas. Cabe destacar que la srita Gali fue quien estuvo en contacto conmigo y me escucho y resolvia todas mis dudas y me guio, cuándo la abogada no podĂa hacerlo directamente y siempre lo hizo de una manera profesional y amistosa.
El dĂa de la audiencia me sentĂ ampliamente representado por la abogada y gracias a ella, su experiencia y su guĂa legal pudimos llegar a un acuerdo en mediaciĂłn y finalizar el divorcio.
Estoy sumamente agradecido con la abogada y su equipo. 100% recomiendo a la Abogada Navarro y su gran equipo para quien este pasando por un caso legal difĂcil.
Quiero recalcar que si estas en un proceso de divorcio no acudas a lugares baratos, solo te hacen perder tiempo y dinero y esas personas no te asesoran en absolutamente nada legal.
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01 Dec, 2023 by Kathleen
I wrote an article about representation for an auto injury over 40 years ago.
This review is not current and I would not want potential clients to consider Gordon Phillips based on one personal injury case in Orange County, again over 40 years ago
The case was last minute, it did not go to court and it was settled for a small minimum amount.
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15 Dec, 2017 by Kathleen
A truck driven by a female driver (while she was doing her nails while driving) ran into our car, spun around and hit us again. I received an injury in the location of the C6 and C7 in my neck. The attorney we had, totally mishandled the case. We were two days from losing our case, because our attorney did nothing. I contacted Gordon Phillips and in two days he turned the entire case around and we won. He has helped our extended family members for over 35 years when small situations arise that we needed his advice. He is brilliant, effective, charismatic in his negotiations, never rude or condescending like some attorney's. He really cares about you, your welfare and your case. He is very protective of his clients and stays on top of everything. The small details are what are often missed in contracts and litigation, that is just one of the reasons he is so effective and amazing. The most important thing, he wins cases because he is totally prepared, has great respect for his clients and takes care of the small details. Gordon has handled multi-million-dollar cases; yes, again he wins!
I would highly recommend Gordon Phillips to handle your case. I have worked with many commercial attorneys over the past 40 years in my profession and am very aware of the really great attorneys in many of the legal fields. As to personal injury attorneys, Gordon Phillips ranks at the very top of the list!
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07 Dec, 2015 by Irene
I believe that Gordon is very thoughtful and firm in his beliefs in what is right and wrong. I appreciate that he and his staff are available after hours and even on the weekends.
Gordon and his staff kept me informed throughout the development of my case.
I was specially impressed with Gordon's preparation at mediation. Gordon walked in with poster board exhibits and I believe that this technique truly helped settle my case at the value it settled for.
I think that above everything else, Gordon strongly believes in what's right and wrong, which is a characteristic that not too many people have anymore.
Lastly, I strongly believe that with Gordon's extensive experience, the complexities of my case were represented very well.
I have recommended many friends and family to Gordon and I will continue to do so in the future.
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01 Jun, 2020 by Anonymous
My settlement was heaven sent. Extremely Thankful that i was able to pick up my money curbside during this never ending pandemic.
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30 Jul, 2015 by Tina e.
This accident was such a terrible time in my life, I'm so glad for this firm that was there for me and all the work they did. I don't know what I would have done with out there help. They never failed to keep me updated, and always listened to my worries. I can't thank them enough. Would recommend them to my family and friends.
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02 Mar, 2015 by Anonymous
Friendly informative customer service. My lawyer's case worker made me feel very comfortable during my long total loss process. While i was CAR LESS . My case was very difficult since the other person did not admit she ran the red light! But my Attorney fought long and hard and even though it took some time i was always kept in the loop which was perfect for me since my work hours didnt allow me to call during the day for status updates. Ms. Rubio always spoke to me after office hours. She always took my call when i called her cell phone. Now i got a new car and im happy. i will gladly recommend this office. Over all im very happy with my new car and hope you are too.
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22 Jul, 2024 by Ersi medina
Receptionist was rude and didn’t really offer any help outside of what you can find on google. Phone call took a total of 3 minutes if not less and it felt like I was taking her time. Cut me off a couple times while speaking.
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03 Feb, 2024 by Connie wheeler
Ms. Hadjian was a delight to work with. We were under an important time constraint, we were from out of state and Ms. Hadjian was very professional and solved a very difficult Guardianship problem for us. Anyone that works with Ms. Hadjian will be very pleased to have her handling your case.
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01 Feb, 2024 by Esther jaryenneh
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- Birth injuries: Injuries to a newborn due to medical negligence during labor and delivery, such as failing to perform a timely C-section or improper use of delivery instruments.
- Anesthesia errors: Complications arising from improperly administered anesthesia, which can lead to serious injury or death.
- Inadequate follow-up or aftercare: Suffering due to lack of proper monitoring or care after a medical procedure, leading to complications.
- Hospital or nursing home negligence: Harm caused by the negligence of hospital staff, nurses, or administrators who failed to provide adequate care.
Medical malpractice cases are complex, and hiring a lawyer early can help ensure your rights are protected and your case is handled effectively.
What Does a Medical Malpractice Lawyer Do?
A medical malpractice lawyer provides various legal services to help injured patients hold negligent healthcare providers accountable. Their responsibilities include:
- Evaluating your case: Reviewing medical records and consulting with experts to determine if you have a viable claim based on the standard of care and harm suffered.
- Filing a lawsuit: Initiating legal action by filing a complaint against the responsible parties in the appropriate court.
- Gathering evidence: Collecting medical records, expert testimonies, and other relevant evidence to build a strong case.
- Negotiating with insurance companies: Working to secure a fair settlement that compensates you for your injuries without the need for a trial.
- Litigating in court: Representing you during trial proceedings if a settlement cannot be reached, presenting evidence and arguing your case.
- Calculating damages: Assessing the full extent of your losses, including medical expenses, lost income, pain and suffering, and future care needs.
- Handling expert testimony: Coordinating with medical experts who can testify on how the standard of care was breached and how it led to your injuries.
How Are Medical Malpractice Lawyers Paid?
Most medical malpractice lawyers work on a contingency fee basis, which means they only get paid if they recover compensation for you. Key aspects of this payment structure include:
- Contingency fee percentage: The lawyer's fee is typically between 25% and 40% of the settlement or award.
- No upfront costs: You do not pay any legal fees unless the lawyer successfully recovers compensation on your behalf.
- Case expenses: Costs for expert witnesses, medical record retrieval, and court fees may be deducted from your settlement or award in addition to the lawyer's fee.
Always discuss the fee arrangement during your initial consultation to understand your financial obligations.
How Much Does a Medical Malpractice Lawyer Cost?
The cost of hiring a medical malpractice lawyer is usually based on a contingency fee model. General estimates include:
- Contingency fee: Lawyers typically charge between 25% and 40% of the total recovery amount.
- Case expenses: Additional costs such as expert witness fees and court expenses can range from $5,000 to $50,000 or more, depending on the case complexity.
Ensure you receive a clear explanation of all potential fees and expenses before proceeding with your case.
Top Questions to Ask a Medical Malpractice Lawyer
Before hiring a medical malpractice lawyer, consider asking the following questions:
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What experience do you have with medical malpractice cases like mine?
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How do you charge for your services?
Understand the contingency fee percentage and any additional costs you may incur. -
What is the likelihood of success in my case?
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How long will the process take?
Get an estimate of the timeline for settling or taking the case to trial. -
Will you handle my case personally?
Ensure you know who will be managing your case and their level of involvement. -
Have you worked with expert witnesses?
Verify the lawyer's experience in collaborating with medical experts essential for your case.
How to Check the Credibility of a Medical Malpractice Lawyer
To ensure you're hiring a reputable lawyer, take the following steps:
- Verify their bar status: Check with your state bar association for their license and any disciplinary actions.
- Review their experience: Look for specialization in medical malpractice and a history of successful cases.
- Read client reviews: Consult platforms like Avvo or Martindale-Hubbell for testimonials and ratings.
- Ask for references: Request contact information of previous clients willing to discuss their experience.
- Check professional affiliations: Membership in organizations like the American Association for Justice (AAJ) indicates a commitment to the field.
What Should I Prepare for My First Consultation?
To maximize the effectiveness of your initial meeting, bring the following:
- Medical records: All documents related to your treatment and injury.
- Evidence of harm: Photos, medical bills, and records of lost wages.
- Communication records: Any correspondence with healthcare providers or institutions.
- List of healthcare providers: Names and contact information of all involved medical personnel.
- Questions for the lawyer: A prepared list to address all your concerns.
- Timeline of events: A detailed chronology of your medical care and the issues encountered.
Being well-prepared helps the lawyer assess your case accurately and advise you on the best course of action.
