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30 Aug, 2024 by Cecilia preziose
Adalia and Ms. Fisher are the best. Thy offered sincere support, they're knowledge above board! Hope I never need an ESQ, but if I do, here is he place to go!
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18 Mar, 2024 by Sarah hann
Ashburn & Mason is a wonderful firm. Attorney Becky Lipson and her paralegal (Heidi) assisted my husband and I with a real estate dispute issue. They were extremely knowledgeable, responsive, and professional. I would highly recommend them to anyone!
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21 Apr, 2022 by Desiree davis
Ashley Sundquist provided exceptional service while assisting us with our Will. Throughout the process, Ashley was knowledgable, professional and friendly. Her Paralegals Heidi and Sarah were also exceptional in every aspect. I will definitely use her and her team again for any future legal needs and highly recommend her to others.
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30 Aug, 2024 by Brooklyn jackson
15 Jun, 2023 by Andrew loeffler
Excellent advice in caring for my dad
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26 Mar, 2021 by Robert filler
I also tried to make an appointment with Ms Roston to review a QDRO that I had from a previous divorce. I also was told by the person who answered the phone that I would have better results contacting through email. I did and received a response fairly quickly telling me that she would be available between 2pm and 4pm on the following thursday and asked me to let her know if that was acceptable. I emailed her back and said that yes that would be ok with me and I asked if I should call her or if she would call me. NEVER got a response. I emailed the day before asking the same question....nothing. I emailed the day of....nothing! Called the office and asked to speak with her thinking that I was perhaps supposed to initiate the call myself. Lady who answered said no I cannot speak with her that she was busy. I explained that I was under the impression that we had an appointment albeit by phone. Was told to email her, that was the only way to contact her....period! Will now look again for another attorney to help me out! FYI I was even willing to pay for the phone call time, I don't expect something for nothing. Hope this helps someone else out especially if it's important that you receive the info you ask about.
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25 Jun, 2024 by Ramon hernandez
If you need legal help DO NOT TRY THIS LAWYER NOT MATTER WHAT TRUST ME I lost friends because they recommended me this lawyer he don’t care about your calls and he pull a fast one on us we retain this lawyer and the case was settled whit any of his help the DA offered us a deal and we have to wait weeks before he bother to answer the prosecutor whit our answer THEN HE DECIDED TO CHANGE OUR AGREEMENT TO FLAT RATE OUT THE BLUE HE PROMISED TO RETURN SOME MONEY AND GUESS WHAT ANOTHER LIE I had to give him one star so I can’t warned people BUT IF I COULD I GIVE HIM NEGATIVE 5000 stars
The receptionist is his daughter THE MOST RUDE PERSON I EVER HAD TO BE HEARD ON MY LIFE my fiancé past away 🥹waiting for him to return her phone calls after paying 15000 cash
SHAME ON YOU MR BUTLER
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25 Apr, 2024 by Lesley gordon
We retained MR. BUTLER yet he didn’t respond to a single email, return a single call and had a colleague appear at arraignment and bail hearing. We didn’t hear from the actual attorney we retained not one single time. When we talked to the associate he never knew about emails with the office staff regarding requests or assistance we had asked for and we were forced to retain another attorney who responds EVERYTIME we have a question himself. I sent correspondence requesting some of the retainer we paid be refunded to be told we signed a flat rate fee agreement and that Mr butler would be calling me ( he hasn’t) I strongly advice you to be very aware of who you’re actually retaining. I had recommended this attorney based on someone’s experience long ago but apparently that is no longer applicable. During the bail review the prosecutor didn’t oppose bail with a third party and we had provided all the third party information the office requested weeks prior and the attorney who appeared (Frances) didn’t even mention and allowed a 2 month out rescheduled court date when he could have provided that info that day! Inadequate would be a kind word. Thankfully we had held back some of the retainer or we would be out that too! The new attorney has done more in a week than this office did in 2 months and now the office staff has a nasty attitude towards us. After speaking with many others this seems to be the norm for this office now! RUN and find a different law group or you’ll pay for absolutely NOTHING! And I mean ALOT of money! It’s fraud and theft in my opinion! I’ll update this should they by chance decide to do the right thing until then I’ll leave this review on every platform I can find in hopes of saving someone else the grief this office has added onto our already horrific situation (false charges) as if we weren’t already enduring enough with that!
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05 Apr, 2024 by Ashley grearson
He doesn’t return my calls and is always “too busy” I have paid him a significant amount and he’s just made empty promises.
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10 Dec, 2024 by Christopher mabry
Julia Moudy represented me in court and -- despite it being one of the worst times of my life -- it was amazing to watch her and her team work. It was like watching the Michael Jordan Dream Team at the Olympics. Julia is a star and her support team makes her look even better. I would recommend her to anyone who asks and I feel the same about everyone else I have met at her office. Hopefully, I will never need an attorney again, but if I do, I will be calling Dillon Findley & Simonian, P.C.
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10 Dec, 2024 by Jacqueline shepherd
As an attorney, I refer people to Dillon Findley & Simonian, P.C. almost once a month. Julia Moudy joined the team this year and I believe they gained one of the best practicing trial lawyers in the state of Alaska. Julia is quick, smart, and knows the law inside and out. She throws her entire self into her clients causes and she fights for them with all her heart.
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08 Nov, 2024 by Maggie arwood
Nick was quick, knowledgeable, affordable and I really appreciated his help with a construction contract. I would definitely recommend him and I will reach out to him again in the future should the need arise.
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13 Mar, 2017 by Lee
At a time in my life when one step forward yielded two steps back, Ms. Therrien was helpful, professional, and actually only charged me what she said she would in the first place. She stated what to do, what to expect, where to be when, and gave me a timeframe. And when I had an additional related question for her and asked what I owed her for taking the time to answer, she actually said it was a relevant question and therefore included in the previously stated charges.
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08 May, 2011 by Anonymous
Of all the Anchorage lawyers I have dealt w/, Mr. Jurasek, and the rest of the lawyers at Pentlarge Law have been among the best to work with. They have been very helpful, and trustworthy. I would recommend them if you need a personal injury lawyer in Anchorage that knows their stuff, will call you back, and will give you great advice.
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09 Dec, 2024 by Jordan mattingley
He's alright, got the job done never got my personal belongings back from evidence but did get a good outcome on my case with the help of the victim in my case pushing for the least damaging charge for my record. Honestly was hoping he would be there when I remanded back to jail but he also had just sent his assistant instead. Definitely is cheaper then some of these lawyers here in town but still expensive as no decent lawyer will be cheap on your pockets especially when your freedom is at risk.
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23 Nov, 2024 by William ehelebe
Josh Fink and his team were amazing to work with and his staff really know their industry, response times were always appropriate, Josh Finks staff was friendly, non judging, and informative. I would highly recommend Josh Fink and his team if you find yourself in need of their services. Josh Fink was great with his consultation, he gave me best and worst case scenarios and that helped me prepare myself. He is worth every penny!!! A huge Thank you to the Law Office of Josh Fink!!!
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06 Nov, 2024 by Emily jimenez
Amazing service!
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11 Apr, 2024 by Sarah kathryn bryan
Cashion Gilmore & Lindemuth has a well-earned reputation for the utmost professionalism and effective advocacy for its clients. The attorneys who work for Cashion Gilmore & Lindemuth are a credit to the Alaska Bar Association.
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11 Apr, 2024 by Caitlin shortell
Cashion Gilmore & Lindemuth is a power house of a law firm with truly talented, dedicated, and honorable attorneys, each of whom do community work to make Alaska a better place. As a fellow attorney, I refer clients to Cashion Gilmore & Lindemuth on a regular basis.
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26 Mar, 2024 by Ayla otto
Jason Brandeis recently assisted me with a legal matter with my business I own and I could not be more pleased with the outcome. He is prompt with communication, knowledgable, professional and an extremely experienced lawyer. I will absolutely be recommending him to everyone I know! Thanks again, Jason.
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18 Jan, 2022 by Nick
This guy was referred to me from a friend whom had a good experience with him. I'm sure at one time this guy had it going and was good at what he did. My experience was terrible, he started me off with another attorney in his firm and things seemed well. This attorney ended up quitting the firm and ended up working for another firm in town just a few months into my case. My gut told me this was not good however, I stuck with the firm due to already being financially and emotionally committed which was a big mistake. My experience downstream from here was terrible. I should have listened to my gut. The paralegal on this case ran off pure assumptions as did Jon. This case was a divorce with custody. Not all cases are the same. Poor assumptions and poor communication was how I would label this whole experience. It was obvious these people and this firm are about the money and the intent to make everything "cookie cutter" to maximize profits. They lack serious attention to detail and do not have any compassion. I did not plan to build a negative review however the last straw was the firm filing a motion stating I was not a good communicator and was an unreachable client. Basically they are stating I am a "bad client" as I gave candid feedback through the whole process. When I confronted Jon on this he basically said yes we said that and we are not changing it. I will be paying for this poor representation and worse results of my divorce and custody case for the rest of my life. Please heed this review!
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13 Mar, 2020 by Brad kelly
Grat service
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24 Sep, 2019 by Ginger
Jon Marc @ Denali Law Firm is an exceptional lawyer. He was very professional, kind and thorough in his work. His staff reflect these characteristics and I would highly recommend Denali Law Firm to any of my friends or family and will use Jon Marc in the future if needed. Jon Marc represented our family as we re adopted our Colombian daughter. The process went smoothly and in a timely manner. You really cannot go wrong with this law firm!
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01 Aug, 2024 by Neil hollowell
Mr.Wyatt was very thorough and asked the right questions to help me. They got me in on fairly short notice and I can’t thank him enough for the right information.
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18 Jul, 2024 by Jason langen
Absolutely the worst law firm I've ever had the displeasure to deal with. I'm a licensed professional and deal with a bunch of lawyers. Three lawyers,... and I've been beaten down by my wife's lawyer, the judge, and my lawyers. I even accused my last last lawyer of representing my wife, while I paid his bill. If you choose this firm, you'd better know the laws better than them... but then they won't represent you if you do. One of the staff lawyers quit, the second agreed to a strategy and then went against it in court. That cost me tens of thousands of dollars. The third lawyer revoked his representation because I called him out for his poor representation. And to top it off, the managing partner doesn't agree with his lawyers or vice versa.
The only high mark is that they wiped the $6k invoice for the flawed court appearance after i told the managing partner that i would not pay it. Good thing, because I just finished paying my wife's lawyer a comparable amount.
Good ridence. If I can get you on malpractice, I will... with punitive damages to boot. The insanity from this firm has beyond anything I could have expected from my worst nightmare, coming from someone that tries to be prepared for every contingency. I've got every email and filing from the past year, so this may be fun!
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07 Jun, 2024 by John kieffer
Mitch is great to work with and very responsive. He cares about his work and his clients.
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13 Jul, 2021 by Ian jusell
Attorney Mike Moberly’s help through a stressful situation made a huge difference. I’m an anxious guy in general, and Mike really helped in lowering that anxiety. He held my hand through the whole process. He was responsive and timely, caring and professional. His assistant was just as good. They care about their clients, and are incredibly good at what they do. I genuinely cannot recommend them enough. Stop searching, and give them a call. You want Mike as your attorney.
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20 Jan, 2021 by Juan rosario
21 Oct, 2020 by Wyatt gillman
11 Apr, 2024 by Christine hunt
David from Houston and Houston is a very nice guy and personable! That's what drew me to him in the first place when I was looking for a lawyer to help me with my divorce. My husband and I had found out that I was diagnosed with Stage 4 cancer and didn't want to extend the divorce any longer and go to trial. We wanted to figure out a settlement agreement instead. I, unfortunately, did not have a great experience with David and decided to switch to a different law firm a month before my trial date. In the beginning, he was great. David answered my questions, and scheduled meetings with me to make sure I understood the divorce process. However, over time the communication began to lack. There were moments in which I had not heard from him for weeks to months at a time even though I was reaching out via email and phone. I began to feel as if David did not have my best interest in mind and although I had mentioned on multiple occasions I wanted to have a divorce settlement rather than going to trial it felt as if David wanted to go to trial instead. He would delay his responses, then be out of town for multiple weeks, then ignore my request for settlement discussion and just push for trial. Which is not what I wanted. This began to frustrate me as one could imagine. I mentioned my frustration to David and let him know if things did not change then I would seek representation elsewhere. Unfortunately, nothing changed and I decided to go with a different law firm in town that I felt had my best interest in mind. I would not recommend him as a lawyer.
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10 Feb, 2023 by Carrie arrendale
David Houston is an amazing lawyer and a great person. He walked me through a very stressful divorce and kept me calm and level headed all throughout. I will always be grateful.
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07 Jan, 2020 by William toliver
20 Dec, 2024 by Nicole marsh
My case has taken 2 yrs and this team was amazing and on top of every detail. Their communication was always quick and thorough. Darryll was superb in his cross examination and closing. Ashley is top tier and I wouldn’t ever want anyone else on my side if I have future legal battles. 100% recommend This team
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23 Oct, 2024 by Maynard vanzant
Look up his history with the Alaska Supreme Court, as well as the BAR Association. Hell, look him up on court view. Cant seem to respect the law or pay debts he owes. He is well known for being unethical and incompetent. Find a lawyer with a better track record.
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23 Apr, 2024 by D p
15 Aug, 2023 by Shelby singleton
Mr. Haas behaved in a professionally reckless and dangerous manner, with the medical knowledge he was doing so.
He possessed comprehensive HIPPA protected medical records from a related prior case that fully outlined the neurodegenerative disease & cognitive disability.
He personally made medical judgment beyond his scope of expertise in defiance of all pertinent medical records was uniquely in possession of.
Mr. Haas’ actions harmed a severely cognitively disabled, terminally ill client with full knowledge & irrefutable medical documentation his professional actions had no other outcome than harm to his client.
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25 Mar, 2021 by C bowen
Very professional
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16 Feb, 2021 by Dave diviak
19 Jan, 2022 by Michael mann
He had went above and beyond helping doing things he didnt half to assisting me throughout the process it was a real big help and continues to be as well!
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13 Oct, 2021 by Anonymous
For those who don’t have money, he’s not the attorney for you! Money is what drives the work he put towards your case. He’s not working in your best interest or the child’s, or for what is the right thing to do, he works for the potential largest payout to him!
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13 Mar, 2021 by Jonathon
Seemed too busy and unmotivated to properly prepare our custody case. He gave me less than an hour last minute the day before the trial to prepare.
During trial he was unorganized and “forgot” important issues we discussed. Our judge even commented on it. His priority is about getting paid not providing quality services.
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18 Apr, 2024 by Robert stewart
Blake Chupka, excellent attorney and excellent service! My family was in need of help with estate planning. Blake knew exactly what was needed and did his work very quickly. Now we are all set for the future. Thanks again Blake!
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11 Feb, 2023 by Michael peters
Best lawyer I had ever had.Will never use anyone else!!!!!
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04 Aug, 2022 by Jason jackson
11 Apr, 2024 by Sarah kathryn bryan
Cashion Gilmore & Lindemuth has a well-earned reputation for the utmost professionalism and effective advocacy for its clients. The attorneys who work for Cashion Gilmore & Lindemuth are a credit to the Alaska Bar Association.
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11 Apr, 2024 by Caitlin shortell
Cashion Gilmore & Lindemuth is a power house of a law firm with truly talented, dedicated, and honorable attorneys, each of whom do community work to make Alaska a better place. As a fellow attorney, I refer clients to Cashion Gilmore & Lindemuth on a regular basis.
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26 Mar, 2024 by Ayla otto
Jason Brandeis recently assisted me with a legal matter with my business I own and I could not be more pleased with the outcome. He is prompt with communication, knowledgable, professional and an extremely experienced lawyer. I will absolutely be recommending him to everyone I know! Thanks again, Jason.
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18 Sep, 2024 by Marvin clark
I have known Bill for decades and have this to say: Not even the best lawyer in Alaska can make a silk purse out of a sows ear. That is every lawyer's problem, but most failing clients refuse to see it.
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17 Oct, 2023 by Amanda nelson
22 Sep, 2023 by Walter e. crary
21 Nov, 2024 by Johnnie avakumoff
I would like to share my experience with Jason and his team, for all their hard work during one of my toughest moments in my younger years in my life. And I appreciate him for all the support that he has given me. He is one of the best gentleman that gave me one of the best advice on what I needed helped with in the moments when I needed it. I would give him (credit) if I need it during the next time around, if I socially need it. And I Thank Him And His Team’s For The Help That They Gave Me.
Thank You!
The Next Generations Will Help Deliver It On.
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20 Nov, 2024 by Nurse 123
I'd give a minus point to Jason Weiner. I contacted him because I thought he could help me with my dispute with my general contractor. In the year 2023, I finally met him in person in his dingy office. He humiliated me and intimidated me- telling me that "You should fix it on your own" and "this business is owned by a powerful family- one of them is the Mayor of Nenana." It turns out he is not even licensed to practice Construction law. He wasted my time and money. He and his office staff are dishonest. Side note- their office was filthy and one of their staff was coughing the entire time I was there, none of them wore masks and the disposable masks were nowhere to be seen. It's appalling how he got some of the "awards" he is flashing around in pictures.
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09 Aug, 2024 by Kirsten reckendorf
11 May, 2022 by Anonymous
I first went to Gary for help with my case. I hired him after he said a bunch of honeyed words. I felt like he didn’t try and defend me. I wasn’t notified of a hearing and ended up missing it. When I asked to file under a certain document they didn’t do it. I paid well over $8000 to just throw it away! I walked away with more debt. Go somewhere else save your money
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09 Feb, 2017 by Arlene
Gary helped me with a very complicated divorce. He kept me informed at all times, asked for my input, and helped me understand what was going on. A family member of mine recently went through a divorce with a different lawyer so I can now compare. Gary was BY-FAR a better advocate. You can trust him to do what you ask. If you want to drag it out, he'll fight for you. If you want to get it over with quickly he'll provide knowledgeable advise that you can use to make informed decisions. I would recommend him highly.
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10 Dec, 2015 by Anonymous
Mr. Eschbacher told me how much my divorce would cost me. It was 3 times what he told me. Several times when I met with him or we spoke on the phone, we had to go back over details we previously discussed. I had to anyone. His paralegal, Carol, is brash and has zero empathy. The mediator he chose was rude, arrogant, and at times verbally abusive.
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21 Aug, 2022 by Tami
In 1996 I told my ex-husband (Tom Spurlock) I wanted a divorce; it was a hard decision, but I knew I had to do it.
I was not physically abused- but I was mentally/emotionally abused.
We had 3 children, they were starting to treat me the same as he did. I knew I could not allow them to find this acceptable-2 of them we’re little girls- I was especially concerned for them- they were 9 and 13. I could not let them think this was how a man should treat a woman.
I was not going to have any part in my son(11) thinking it alright to treat women this way.
Tom figured I didn’t have the money to hire a lawyer and he had plenty.
A friend of mines dad worked with Darryl, she set it up for us to meet. After explaining the situation to him he agreed to take omy case “ Pro-Bono. It was a messy divorce- one factor that played into it was the custody of the 3 children. The 2 oldest were adopted by Tom- the 3rd was our child together. I was requesting full custody of my oldest daughter- (Tom and her did not have a good relationship at that time), I regretfully was willing to allow Tom to have full custody of my son - I thought if I did this Tom would be nicer to all of us- I will regret that for the rest of my life. I wanted shared custody of our daughter. N we had t try o go through a separate hearing because of the custody issues.finally after several motions back and forth between the two lawyers, custody was awarded as I requested.
Thinking Tom would be nicer to myself and the children - it didn’t happen that way- so more motions were presented- finally it was done.
I did not have to pay anything to Darryl- Tom Spurlock was presented with the bill- as it should be.
After a few years passed my son decided he no longer wanted to live with Tom-Darryl once again did want was needed to make this happen, again it was not easy- but he had my sons best interest moving forward.
I would highly recommend Mr. Darryl Thompson to anyone needing to have faith that he will do the best job for you and your needs.
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23 May, 2022 by Anonymous
Mr. Thompson did as little as possible. Avoid at all costs. His paralegal Richard Hall is terrible, incredibly lazy, and lies.
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06 Sep, 2013 by Kris
I have a pending personal injury suit being handled by Mr. Thompson and he is staying on top of things and constantly keeps me informed about the case. He was strait forward with me about my case and very realistic about the terms of the case and his opinion of the potential settlement. He was not fast to throw out numbers not to get hopes up but stayed on top of the respondent and is pursuing the matter as adamantly as possible. Also his staff specifically Michelle is very involved with his cases and answers any concerns I have as quickly as possible if Mr. Thompson doesn't beat her to it.
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21 Jun, 2023 by Elly john
Worthless they do not return calls! Especially with new evidence!
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08 Dec, 2021 by Troy ifill
09 Nov, 2019 by David forthoffer
The Alaska Public Defender Agency does a great job considering its budgetary constraints. They provide more bang for the buck than private counsel, in my experience.
The problems Jeremy Ward talks about are not problems with the Alaska Public Defender Agency. They are problems with our society and government as a whole, caused largely by the breakdown of morals and the extended family. Don't criticize the agency with their finger in the dike trying to hold off the overwhelming flood of dysfunctional people. Criticize what caused that flood. And DO something about it. Volunteer!
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07 Aug, 2024 by Aaron herbert
Amanda Lancaster teamed with Jinnifer Visentin were an absolute power house in my case. They were by my side from start to finish and we ended up on top at the end. Very professional and will go through deep depths to ensure your story is told and faught for. They are truly a team that is there to help you succeed and spent countless hours doing so. Highly recommended.
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13 Jun, 2024 by T kohn
Amanda Lancaster is a wonderful attorney. My case involves a high-conflict situation with serious concerns for the well-being of my autistic son, and Amanda has gone above and beyond for my children as if they were her own. I would recommend her to anyone dealing with a high-conflict divorce or custody case. She knows the law well and works diligently to get things done.
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22 May, 2024 by Francesco sparta
04 Sep, 2024 by Natalie tucker
Left us hanging after two years of workin on a seemingly cut and dried just two weeks before our court date with nowhere to turn for help. Providence Hospital and surgeon Aaron Brown had way too many attorneys. Our guess is Kapolchok took a payoff. Many of the attorneys were his friends.
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29 Dec, 2021 by Dustin leavitt
None better. Works hard to ensure those responsible are held accountable for there actions. Great guy and gas taken great care of my case .
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27 Dec, 2021 by Kelly seggerman
George has helped me out legally many times in my life. His law firm has always been professional and very friendly. I always feel very calm about whatever legal issues I am dealing with George and his team by my side. I highly recommend anyone who needs legal counsel to seek out Kapolchok Law Office immediately.
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21 Jun, 2023 by Elly john
Worthless they do not return calls! Especially with new evidence!
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08 Dec, 2021 by Troy ifill
06 Aug, 2019 by Anonymous
Not exactly up front and thorough during my process, was left in the dark about major decisions, was told I couldn’t ask the doctor certain questions, advised me to settle on a case that I now realize should have stayed open due to the medical issue I’m still having. I’m not gonna say stay away from this attorney but I’ll NEVER openly recommend this attorney to anyone EVER.
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27 Apr, 2019 by Joshua
GOT INJURED IN A CAR WRECK IF IT WASN'T FOR ATTORNEY COE I WOULDN'T HAVE WON THE MONEY OWED TO ME FOR PAIN AND SUFFERING AND LOSS WAGES. ATTORNEY COE EVEN GOT MORE MONEY FOR FUTURE MEDICAL BILLS DUE PAIN AND SUFFERING THAT I WAS GOING TO BE LEFT WITH FOR THE REST OF MY LIFE. IF YOU WANT TO RECEIVE WHAT YOU DESERVE AND WALK AWAY WITH MOST MONEY. THEN YOU NEED ATTORNEY COE. GET COE AND GET THE CASH......THANKS FOR HELPING MY FAMILY ATTORNEY CHARLES COE...
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29 Aug, 2018 by Anonymous
Disappointed with the quality of legal "representation." One would be better off pro se than waste your money with this attorney. I hired this attorney on the pretense that he would work hard for his client(s), not for the defendants (insurance company.) Mr. Coe does not work FOR his client nor does he put effort into cases he "feels has no value." I would fire him, though as this case was on a contingency fee, no better attorney would like to share the proceeds and take on this case.
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08 Apr, 2022 by Anonymous
Deserve zero, stay away, will burn you.
she will waste your money doing stupid letters, motions, phone calls and all are worthless, just rip you offffff.
stay away, she does her own thing and will sell you for free to the opposition.
I asked many people after the fact; they mentioned her name even without saying one word. everyone knew she is crocket dishonest, disrespectful, and doesn't deserve to be an attorney.
I fired her after destroyed me. hopefully the new one will fix what she broke
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15 Dec, 2016 by Jason
Was going through a messy divorce and consulted With Rita. I sat there, essentially the entire time just nodding my head as she kept talking about various tangential topics about divorce. We spoke very little about my case in particular, and the conversation seemed to have no direction towards my needs.
Waste of time
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02 Jan, 2015 by Anonymous
We went in to get advice and Rita did not sit and listen to us, but instead simply spent all but perhaps 5 minutes very slowly rambling on about facts about our case that we already knew and other generic information = wasted time and money. When we interjected to get the issues we were concerned about on the table, she would cut us off and insist we hear her out. When we asked specific questions about hypothetical outcomes and how we should proceed, she said, "I didn't go to the school of magic wands". Providing practical what-if's and solutions to those would have been GREATLY appreciated. Instead, we paid $240 for an hour (wait, only 48 minutes, 5 of which actually pertained to our concerns) of her rambling on instead of listening to and advising her paying clients on what they were truly concerned about. There should be a high level of integrity of use of one's time when your services warrant $4/minute. We got better information from websites for free by far. We paid her to give us valuable advice that we couldn't find elsewhere. This was not the case.
The front desk office manager was not the friendliest and was very defensive as well.
We would not recommend Rita. Please let our costly mistake keep you from making a similar one.
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What a Personal Injury Lawyer Can Do for You
A personal injury lawyer specializes in helping individuals who have been physically or emotionally injured due to the negligence or wrongful actions of another party. Whether you've been hurt in a car accident, suffered a slip and fall, or experienced medical malpractice, a personal injury attorney works to ensure you receive fair compensation for your injuries. They can help you recover damages for medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other related expenses.
Personal injury lawyers act as your advocate, navigating the legal system on your behalf and dealing with insurance companies to ensure you get the compensation you deserve. They understand how to handle complex legal matters and help you avoid common pitfalls.
When Should I Hire a Personal Injury Lawyer?
Hiring a personal injury lawyer can be beneficial in many situations where you've been harmed due to another's negligence. Some key scenarios include:
- Severe injuries: If you've suffered significant or permanent injuries that result in substantial medical bills, a lawyer can help ensure you are fairly compensated.
- Long-term or permanent disability: Injuries that affect your ability to work or require ongoing medical treatment are complex, and a lawyer can help estimate long-term damages.
- Disputed liability: If the responsible party or their insurance company denies liability for your injury, a lawyer can gather evidence and advocate on your behalf.
- Insurance company lowball offers: Insurers often try to settle personal injury claims for as little as possible. A lawyer can negotiate to get you a fair settlement.
- Medical malpractice claims: Injuries caused by a doctor, nurse, or healthcare provider due to negligence require a personal injury lawyer experienced in medical malpractice law.
- Exposure to hazardous substances: If you've been injured due to exposure to toxins, chemicals, or dangerous substances, a lawyer can help pursue legal action.
Hiring a lawyer early in the process is crucial, especially if you're unsure of the full extent of your injuries or damages.
What Does a Personal Injury Lawyer Do?
A personal injury lawyer provides a wide range of services to guide you through the legal process and maximize your compensation. They can:
- Evaluate your case: A lawyer will assess the strength of your claim and determine whether you have a viable case.
- Investigate the incident: Gathering evidence such as police reports, witness statements, medical records, and expert opinions is key to building a strong case.
- Negotiate with insurance companies: Lawyers handle communications with insurance companies to ensure you receive a fair settlement and aren't taken advantage of.
- File a lawsuit if necessary: If a fair settlement can't be reached, the lawyer can file a personal injury lawsuit on your behalf and represent you in court.
- Help calculate damages: This includes medical expenses, lost wages, future medical needs, pain and suffering, and emotional distress.
- Prepare and file legal documents: Lawyers handle all the paperwork and deadlines associated with your case, including filing motions and discovery requests.
- Represent you at trial: If your case goes to trial, the lawyer will argue your case before a judge and jury to obtain the compensation you deserve.
How Are Personal Injury Lawyers Paid?
Most personal injury lawyers work on a contingency fee basis. This means they only get paid if they win your case, either through settlement or a court judgment. Here’s how it works:
- Contingency fee percentage: The lawyer will take a percentage of the settlement or award, typically between 25% and 40%, depending on the complexity of the case and the stage at which it's resolved.
- Costs and expenses: In addition to the contingency fee, the lawyer may deduct other costs associated with the case, such as filing fees, expert witness fees, and court costs. These expenses are often advanced by the lawyer and repaid out of the settlement.
- No upfront payment: Since the lawyer’s fee is contingent on winning, you usually don’t pay anything upfront.
Always discuss the lawyer’s fee structure during your consultation to avoid surprises.
How Much Does a Personal Injury Lawyer Cost?
The cost of hiring a personal injury lawyer depends on the specifics of your case and the lawyer’s fee structure. However, since most personal injury lawyers work on a contingency fee basis, the amount you pay will depend on the outcome of your case. Here are some general guidelines:
- Contingency fees: Typically range from 25% to 40% of the settlement or award. The percentage may increase if the case goes to trial or requires an appeal.
- Other costs: In addition to the lawyer's fee, you may be responsible for case-related expenses such as expert witness fees, medical record retrieval fees, and court costs. These are often deducted from your settlement, so you won't have to pay out of pocket.
While the cost may seem high, hiring an experienced lawyer can significantly increase the amount you recover, making it a worthwhile investment.
Top Questions to Ask a Personal Injury Lawyer
Before hiring a personal injury lawyer, it's essential to ask questions to ensure you’re choosing the right representation. Here are some important questions to ask:
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What is your experience with personal injury cases like mine?
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What is your fee structure?
Clarify whether the lawyer charges a contingency fee and what percentage they will take from any settlement or award. -
How long will my case take?
While it's hard to predict, a lawyer can give you an estimate based on similar cases they’ve handled. -
How often do you take cases to trial?
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Will you personally handle my case?
In larger firms, junior lawyers or paralegals may handle some aspects of your case, so it's important to know who will be managing your claim. -
Do you have references from past clients?
Speaking with past clients can provide valuable insight into the lawyer’s effectiveness and professionalism.
How to Check the Credibility of a Personal Injury Lawyer
To ensure you’re hiring a credible personal injury lawyer, take the following steps:
- Check bar association records: Verify that the lawyer is licensed and in good standing with your state’s bar association. Look for any history of disciplinary actions.
- Read client reviews and testimonials: Online platforms like Avvo, Martindale-Hubbell, and Google reviews can provide insight into the lawyer's reputation and client satisfaction.
- Look at their track record: Review their experience with personal injury cases, particularly how many cases they’ve successfully resolved or taken to trial.
- Ask for references: Credible lawyers should be willing to provide references from past clients who can vouch for their work.
- Check professional memberships: Lawyers who are members of respected organizations, like the American Association for Justice (AAJ), often have a solid reputation in the field.
What Should I Prepare for My First Consultation?
To get the most out of your first meeting with a personal injury lawyer, prepare the following:
- Detailed account of the accident: Write down everything you remember about the incident, including dates, times, and locations. Include any witnesses or police reports if available.
- Medical records and bills: Bring any documentation of your injuries, treatments, and associated medical costs.
- Insurance information: Provide your insurance details and any communication you’ve had with the other party’s insurance company.
- Employment and income records: If your injury has impacted your ability to work, bring proof of lost wages or reduced earning capacity.
- Photos or videos: If you have photos of the accident scene, your injuries, or property damage, bring them to your consultation.
- Questions for the lawyer: Prepare a list of questions to ask, including how the lawyer will handle your case and what you can expect in terms of timeline and outcome.
By preparing thoroughly for your first consultation, you’ll help the lawyer understand your case more quickly and get a better sense of your legal options.
