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10 Oct, 2024 by Hank lavery
Rakin Did a great job for us! I deal with insurance all of the time and thought it would be easy to deal with this event. It was a accident where a family member was hit by a car. They were fine after some time in the hospital and the driver was insured so it did not seem difficult! 4 weeks after the event I got Rakin contact information and he took over.
We just wanted the medical bills covered, if I had not contacted him I would have had to pay most of the bills due to the driver lo coverage limits.
I think he saved us 100k!
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20 Aug, 2024 by Elly m
Curcio Law provided exceptional legal representation. I’m so glad that after finding the firm based on the satisfied client testimonials posted online, I now get to echo those positive experiences with one of my own. Rakin was incredibly patient, professional, and impressively strategic about how to proceed. He demonstrated a keen knowledge of the law and organizational savvy during each step. I’m grateful for his dedication and integrity throughout the process—he clearly explained the options and worked with me to achieve the best possible outcome for my case.
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12 Aug, 2024 by Tressa wilson
Tom curcio is the best lawyer ever. He is always on time and he is hands with his business. He make sure you understand everything and gets you to a better place. He team is the greatest. I recommended him to all.please choose him. Thank you curcio law firm for everything you done for me. I love you all.
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26 Jul, 2024 by John
I engaged Kylie Newsom of Moore, Christoff, & Siddiqui, to represent me as the Plaintiff to argue a civil litigation case concerning negligence in a dog attack. Kylie made an incisive examination of the facts, and questioned witnesses in court with precision and poise that resulted in a favorable ruling. I could not have been more pleased with Kylie’s diligence and heartily recommend her legal services.
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22 Jul, 2024 by Lance perl
Emily Sripinyo is a Legal Superstar! 🌟
Emily Sripinyo truly went above and beyond in reviewing my prenup. Despite juggling a busy schedule with other court cases, she made sure to dedicate ample time and attention to my needs. The prenup, originally drafted by my fiancée's lawyer, was a daunting 37 pages long, filled with complex legal jargon. Emily was a beacon of clarity and support, consistently reminding me that my fiancée and I are on the same team. She meticulously sifted through the document, eliminating unnecessary terms and provisions, and brilliantly condensed it to a much more manageable 24 pages.
Her explanations were clear and thorough, making what seemed like an overwhelming task feel completely manageable. Emily's dedication, expertise, and personable approach made the entire process so much easier for me. I am incredibly grateful for her outstanding work and highly recommend her to anyone in need of legal assistance. Emily Sripinyo is truly the best! 🙌✨
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24 Apr, 2024 by Jordan garrison
Exceptional Representation: Kylie
I can't express enough how grateful my roommate and I are for having Kylie represent us during our potential eviction ordeal. From the outset, Kylie's affordability, coupled with her exceptional communication skills, put us at ease. Throughout the entire process, she made sure we understood every step and procedure involved, ensuring transparency and clarity. Her dedication to our case was evident, and she went above and beyond to ensure a smooth resolution. Thanks to Kylie, what could have been a stressful experience turned into a manageable situation. We highly recommend her services to anyone in need of reliable legal representation. My roommate and I are young women with little experience of legal proceedings. I promise you won’t regret your decision!
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28 Feb, 2020 by Gregory
Geoff has helped me immensely in several cases. I don't believe my situations would have turned out they way they did with out his professional advise and help. I am grateful to have had Geoff as my attorney.
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29 Jan, 2020 by Joshua
After an unfortunate event, I hired Mr. Burke as a Security Clearance lawyer. He explained the process, the guidelines and my options very clearly. Mr. Burke advised me about what I could expect and drafted the required paperwork. Without his help, I highly doubt I would still have my clearance or my career today.
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16 Dec, 2019 by Meagan
I was sued and hired Geoff to represent me in my lawsuit. He represented me diligently, was incredibly professional and highly knowledgeable! I would certainly recommend him and would use him again.
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29 Sep, 2018 by Anonymous
Me. Carroll and I had a lot in common in terms of interest in baseball so that definitely helped. He did everything he could to help me get my case closed in my favor due to my being out of town situations and I couldn’t have been more happy with his service.
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14 Aug, 2018 by Paul davis
Nancy Greene has been our company attorney for almost 10 years. She has represented our company with several issues. Her excellent work has saved us in so many ways. We are grateful to have her with her wide range of legal expertise. Thanks for being the best of the best. You will sleep much better when retaining Nancy Greene
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08 Aug, 2016 by Anonymous
Mr. Carroll represented me in a complex criminal matter. He was experienced on all levels of the process and able to expertly guide me through the presentation of an effective defense. He was supportive, honest and truly invested in making sure that my rights were protected. Mr. Carroll was passionate in my defense and compassionate with all impacted parties. He fought on my behalf from beginning to end and I simply could not have asked for better representation from an experienced criminal attorney.
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01 Jul, 2022 by Anonymous
We got referred to Scott through the Virginia bar's referral service, as we needed someone for a landlord tenant case. Prior to our consultation phone call, he sent us a wealth of information from what he had read from our overview of the case. It was all super helpful and I appreciated how much time he put into that message. During the whole time we retained him, it was clear how experienced and knowledgable he was. He was very understanding of our situation and is very to the point. No nonsense. Definitely would recommend doing a consultation with him to see if he can help with your case!
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10 Apr, 2022 by Hani
Our family couldn't be happier with Mr. Reid's service! He is knowledgeable, patient, and very passionate in what he does. We are beyond impressed with his attention to details and responsiveness in handling our legal matter. He was always a step ahead in keeping us informed on the status of our case and what preparation was needed. So we felt very reassured despite having to navigate a headache-inducing issue for the very first time. Mr. Reid is not only an excellent attorney, he empathizes with his clients. We never felt rushed during our communications with him, and he showed a great deal of understanding. We would recommend Mr. Reid to anyone who needs legal support!
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08 Dec, 2021 by Denesha
Scott Reid is definitely who you want to hire if you want someone organized and willing to fight for you. He went above and beyond for a case that many lawyers would say it’s not worth it. His passion for the law is definitely prevalent. He was efficient and responsive in a timely manner. We throughly enjoyed working with Mr. Reid.
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01 Feb, 2020 by Chris
Our condominium board was making financial decisions not in compliance with Virginia law and condominium bylaws. We told our story and Rick got it and immediate took action, drafting a letter to the board arriving in 48 hours, positively impacting a board vote (in our favor). The condo board got the message loud and clear--comply with the law or there will be consequences. We weren't a big client, but Rick got it; we needed his help and he hit a home. If you need someone in your corner, Rick is the attorney for you!
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17 Jan, 2020 by Edmund
Mr Dzubin Called upon his considerable knowledge of Condominium law and thoroughly researched the specific case we brought to him. He then wrote a very detailed letter on our behalf, in which he identified each aspect of the case, and did so with exceptional literary skill.
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14 Jan, 2020 by Larry
I was surprised at how quickly Rick responded to my telephone voice mail outlining my real estate legal issue. He graciously volunteered to review my agreement at no charge to me. He gave me invaluable advice and I would highly recommend him to anyone!
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31 Mar, 2021 by Rosemarie
Lonnie helped us with our legal papers (wills, etc.) in 2013, and recently helped us update all documents. We are always nervous about these issues, but he made it so very easy. We highly recommend Lonnie for his knowledge, competence, professionalism, and - yes, his warmth and sincerity.
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21 Feb, 2020 by Ann
My husband and I needed to have all those docs everyone needs to do while they are still of "sound mind". We consulted with Lonnie Rich at RRBMDK and he was terrific. Explained everything in terms non-lawyers could easily understand. He did our wills, powers of attorney, living will, etc. We highly recommend them!
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17 Feb, 2019 by Allen
Lonnie explained all the choices and ramifications to my wife and me regarding our possible decisions about our wills, powers of attorney and advanced medical directives. He made the process very easy and answered all of our questions to our complete satisfaction. Lonnie was very focused on making sure we asked as many questions as we need to feel comfortable and raised several other issues for us that we never considered before.
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21 Jun, 2012 by Anonymous
I have worked with her for many different reason. Every time she was very knowledgable even on items not relating to Real estate.
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12 Mar, 2022 by Adrea
Allysa has always provided me with sound, clear, and practical legal advice on various issues.
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22 Dec, 2017 by Stephen
My case is still ongoing. I have been litigating before the Alexandria Circuit Court since 2013. Rich came on board Sept 2017 and very quickly was able to obtain an important ruling on a critical case issue. The guy is just amazing, very knowledgeable, known and respected in the Virginia legal community, personable and easy to talk to. Calm and smooth in Court. In Virginia you must have an attorney who can make a case in the written pleadings as well as in oral arguments. Rich excels at both. I recommend with no reservations and trust him completely with my case. I will update this upon conclusion of my case.
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10 Oct, 2024 by Hank lavery
Rakin Did a great job for us! I deal with insurance all of the time and thought it would be easy to deal with this event. It was a accident where a family member was hit by a car. They were fine after some time in the hospital and the driver was insured so it did not seem difficult! 4 weeks after the event I got Rakin contact information and he took over.
We just wanted the medical bills covered, if I had not contacted him I would have had to pay most of the bills due to the driver lo coverage limits.
I think he saved us 100k!
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20 Aug, 2024 by Elly m
Curcio Law provided exceptional legal representation. I’m so glad that after finding the firm based on the satisfied client testimonials posted online, I now get to echo those positive experiences with one of my own. Rakin was incredibly patient, professional, and impressively strategic about how to proceed. He demonstrated a keen knowledge of the law and organizational savvy during each step. I’m grateful for his dedication and integrity throughout the process—he clearly explained the options and worked with me to achieve the best possible outcome for my case.
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12 Aug, 2024 by Tressa wilson
Tom curcio is the best lawyer ever. He is always on time and he is hands with his business. He make sure you understand everything and gets you to a better place. He team is the greatest. I recommended him to all.please choose him. Thank you curcio law firm for everything you done for me. I love you all.
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10 Oct, 2024 by Hank lavery
Rakin Did a great job for us! I deal with insurance all of the time and thought it would be easy to deal with this event. It was a accident where a family member was hit by a car. They were fine after some time in the hospital and the driver was insured so it did not seem difficult! 4 weeks after the event I got Rakin contact information and he took over.
We just wanted the medical bills covered, if I had not contacted him I would have had to pay most of the bills due to the driver lo coverage limits.
I think he saved us 100k!
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20 Aug, 2024 by Elly m
Curcio Law provided exceptional legal representation. I’m so glad that after finding the firm based on the satisfied client testimonials posted online, I now get to echo those positive experiences with one of my own. Rakin was incredibly patient, professional, and impressively strategic about how to proceed. He demonstrated a keen knowledge of the law and organizational savvy during each step. I’m grateful for his dedication and integrity throughout the process—he clearly explained the options and worked with me to achieve the best possible outcome for my case.
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12 Aug, 2024 by Tressa wilson
Tom curcio is the best lawyer ever. He is always on time and he is hands with his business. He make sure you understand everything and gets you to a better place. He team is the greatest. I recommended him to all.please choose him. Thank you curcio law firm for everything you done for me. I love you all.
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20 Aug, 2024 by S
Peter has excellent communication skills and is incredibly knowledgeable. He is candid and will always give you the full picture as it stands. Whilst showing the utmost professionalism, the thing that has and continues to stand out for me is Peter’s human side; always showing genuine concern for the client. He will always go over and above to help. Mine was a difficult case which Peter helped to navigate in the best way possible. I would not hesitate to recommend Peter’s services - you will be in safe hands!
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02 Aug, 2024 by Gjergj dollani
Peter has been my go-to for the past 6-7 years. He has helped me tremendously with various issues from contracts to litigations, and has always pushed hard to represent my interests.
His integrity is paramount, which is of huge importance to me and my family.
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06 May, 2024 by Lyudmyla topcha
We loved our experience with Jabaly Law.
Peter provided exceptional quality of work, excellent customer service. Any questions we had, Peter made sure to answer all of them and prioritized our case! I highly recommend Peter as a lawyer, won’t regret it.
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26 Jul, 2024 by John
I engaged Kylie Newsom of Moore, Christoff, & Siddiqui, to represent me as the Plaintiff to argue a civil litigation case concerning negligence in a dog attack. Kylie made an incisive examination of the facts, and questioned witnesses in court with precision and poise that resulted in a favorable ruling. I could not have been more pleased with Kylie’s diligence and heartily recommend her legal services.
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22 Jul, 2024 by Lance perl
Emily Sripinyo is a Legal Superstar! 🌟
Emily Sripinyo truly went above and beyond in reviewing my prenup. Despite juggling a busy schedule with other court cases, she made sure to dedicate ample time and attention to my needs. The prenup, originally drafted by my fiancée's lawyer, was a daunting 37 pages long, filled with complex legal jargon. Emily was a beacon of clarity and support, consistently reminding me that my fiancée and I are on the same team. She meticulously sifted through the document, eliminating unnecessary terms and provisions, and brilliantly condensed it to a much more manageable 24 pages.
Her explanations were clear and thorough, making what seemed like an overwhelming task feel completely manageable. Emily's dedication, expertise, and personable approach made the entire process so much easier for me. I am incredibly grateful for her outstanding work and highly recommend her to anyone in need of legal assistance. Emily Sripinyo is truly the best! 🙌✨
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24 Apr, 2024 by Jordan garrison
Exceptional Representation: Kylie
I can't express enough how grateful my roommate and I are for having Kylie represent us during our potential eviction ordeal. From the outset, Kylie's affordability, coupled with her exceptional communication skills, put us at ease. Throughout the entire process, she made sure we understood every step and procedure involved, ensuring transparency and clarity. Her dedication to our case was evident, and she went above and beyond to ensure a smooth resolution. Thanks to Kylie, what could have been a stressful experience turned into a manageable situation. We highly recommend her services to anyone in need of reliable legal representation. My roommate and I are young women with little experience of legal proceedings. I promise you won’t regret your decision!
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18 Aug, 2024 by Steve a
I had a fantastic experience with McGavock Reed Law. He was incredibly professional and knowledgeable throughout the entire process. Mac was always available to answer my questions and provided clear guidance. I highly recommend their services!
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18 Aug, 2024 by James bond
Mcgavok reed are the upmost example of professionalism. I had a dispute with a local tow company. They listened to me, took my case, and won. I can only give them the highest recommendation
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19 Jan, 2024 by Lauren steininger
I want to thank Mac for his professionalism, expert advice, and guidance during my case. He is a highly skilled lawyer who showed genuine care and attention to detail to ensure I felt supported. Thank you for your dedication and commitment to achieving the best possible outcome, while protecting my rights and interest throughout the entire process. I highly recommend Mac to anyone in need of legal representation.
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21 Aug, 2024 by Christine walika
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21 Aug, 2024 by Clarence higginsbottom
I would like to express my deepest gratitude to Mr Mughal an his intire staff for there outstanding representation an dedication to my civil case. There expertise, determination,strategic approach an untiring effort achieved me a very successful outcome. I recommend the The Mughal law with the confidence that you will be more than satisfied with his results.
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17 Aug, 2024 by Khuram mughal
Excellent Service. Professional staff. Helped me with multiple issues. Delivered what they promised. I highly highly recommend this Law Firm.
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08 Jun, 2024 by Zaman khan
A massive thank you to Mughal Law Firm for all the hard work in helping me obtain my immigration visa. It was a stressful process made easier with their help and guidance. Kudos to Shawn and his team, specially Nafee, for their untiring efforts. I will recommend you to other people.
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10 Aug, 2019 by Anonymous
I first came across Mr. Foltz at the courthouse where I was struggling to get out of a very difficult eviction case for my tenants, who not only refuse to leave our premises, but also assaulted and threatened my family and I. Mr. Foltz overheard my conversation with the court clerk and offered to help. He introduced himself and asked me to explain the situation, which I did. He immediately assured me that he will be willing to help. We discussed his fee, which was out of my budget so he offered to take the case at no charge. He understood how stressful my situation seemed and wanted to help. I was truly shocked and grateful. Since then, he maintained in contact with me and walked me through the process every step of the way. He also appeared to all the court dates with me and not once made me feel that he was doing me a favor by taking my case at no charge. We were able to finally get the tenants out of my property and the case was resolved in my favor with the help of Mr. Foltz. I’m forever grateful to him. He is hands down one of the best attorneys I know. I would highly recommend him to anyone who’s looking for a passionate and talented lawyer because he’s truly one of a kind.
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09 Aug, 2019 by Tasha y. hill
By the time I'd obtained Attorney Patrick Foltz as my counsel, my case had already been practically unsalvageable. I was devistated to learn that I would not only be out of a means for reliable personal transportation, but also in a deeper financial hole than I could emagin. Patrick took the time to sit with me and discuss my options as he thoroughly explained the possibilities. In the end he fought for me to receive the fairest settlement with what we had left to work with. He was direct and to the point as he maintained an exceptional sence of professionalism. I'm so please with his service and would highly recommend his legal advice to my closest loved ones. Thank you again Patrick!
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08 Feb, 2019 by Anonymous
I had a question about a landlord-tenant issue, and was calling lawyer after lawyer to ask them about my situation, only to be ignored or told I’d have to pay around $300 for them to say ANYTHING to me. When I called Patrick, I was blown away by the fact that he heard out my entire case, laid out the relevant law and gave me an accurate picture of things to come. I had never talked to the man before, yet he treated me like I was a family-friend that he was giving legal advice to. Because of this first encounter, I will not go anywhere but to Patrick.
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23 Feb, 2024 by Gabriel jalil
A bit lacking on customer service and manners. Every time I call them my "hellos", "good mornings" and "have a nice day" are greeted with silence, a hang up click or some snarky response.
Do they know they're talking to paying customers? I wonder....
Call me old fashion, but I do appreciate a respectful exchange and greeting. Especially if I am paying top dollar for boilerplate templates I could potentially fill out myself.
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15 Dec, 2023 by Anonymous client
Bottom Line - Colleen Haddow is the BEST attorney I could have ever wished for --my only regret is that I didn't start with her from the beginning.
Ms. Colleen Haddow came as a recommendation from my previous law firm following failed mediation in a highly complex, contentious, and financially draining divorce and custody case. The opposing counsel - whose professional reputation precedes her as a person devoid of ethics and civility, made finding a willing, capable, and affordable replacement daunting. Colleen personally and immediately took my call for an intake interview. When I opened by informing her of who opposing counsel was, she simply laughed with complete confidence, accepted my case, and immediately got my case moving on the right track.
Unlike opposing counsel in this case, Colleen is a legal professional with impeccable integrity and ethics; but not to be confused with someone who submits to bully tactics or shies away from confrontation in or out of the courtroom. In contrast, Ms. Haddow is emotionally intelligent and well versed in the rules of the court to effectively persuade and, if need be, compel cooperation from even the most difficult of personalities. In doing so, she also remained a steadfast, approachable, and responsive attorney (often responding to me within minutes), who consistently addressed my concerns, provided objective perspective, and gave absolute sound guidance amidst the evolving challenges within the case. In short, she kept me sane and grounded in arguably the most stressful and emotionally draining period of my life.
In addition to her superior soft skills, Colleen also demonstrated unmatched expertise and experience in distilling and framing the key issues of my case (fully explaining the legalities), to include those I hadn't initially seen, understood, or considered. She proved invaluable in interpreting and exposing financial information, indiscretions, and activities. She was also proactive, strategic, anticipatory, and prepared always and on all fronts. I am convinced that she and her abilities alone are the REASON that ultimately resulted in my case outcome far surpassing my initial expectations from failed mediation, and resulting in a final settlement that exceeded my best-case scenario in court (albeit that she was fully prepared and willing to execute).
Colleen saved me thousands in legal expenses, but more importantly, she helped me overcome a series of short-term losses in exchange for an overwhelming long-term gain in my journey to a new and better life.
In the strongest terms possible, I highly recommend Colleen Haddow for all family litigation.
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09 Dec, 2023 by Mike dinwoodie
Colleen Haddow came recommend from a family member. She is very personable and was able to provide sound advice for my difficult situation.
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23 Feb, 2024 by Gabriel jalil
A bit lacking on customer service and manners. Every time I call them my "hellos", "good mornings" and "have a nice day" are greeted with silence, a hang up click or some snarky response.
Do they know they're talking to paying customers? I wonder....
Call me old fashion, but I do appreciate a respectful exchange and greeting. Especially if I am paying top dollar for boilerplate templates I could potentially fill out myself.
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15 Dec, 2023 by Anonymous client
Bottom Line - Colleen Haddow is the BEST attorney I could have ever wished for --my only regret is that I didn't start with her from the beginning.
Ms. Colleen Haddow came as a recommendation from my previous law firm following failed mediation in a highly complex, contentious, and financially draining divorce and custody case. The opposing counsel - whose professional reputation precedes her as a person devoid of ethics and civility, made finding a willing, capable, and affordable replacement daunting. Colleen personally and immediately took my call for an intake interview. When I opened by informing her of who opposing counsel was, she simply laughed with complete confidence, accepted my case, and immediately got my case moving on the right track.
Unlike opposing counsel in this case, Colleen is a legal professional with impeccable integrity and ethics; but not to be confused with someone who submits to bully tactics or shies away from confrontation in or out of the courtroom. In contrast, Ms. Haddow is emotionally intelligent and well versed in the rules of the court to effectively persuade and, if need be, compel cooperation from even the most difficult of personalities. In doing so, she also remained a steadfast, approachable, and responsive attorney (often responding to me within minutes), who consistently addressed my concerns, provided objective perspective, and gave absolute sound guidance amidst the evolving challenges within the case. In short, she kept me sane and grounded in arguably the most stressful and emotionally draining period of my life.
In addition to her superior soft skills, Colleen also demonstrated unmatched expertise and experience in distilling and framing the key issues of my case (fully explaining the legalities), to include those I hadn't initially seen, understood, or considered. She proved invaluable in interpreting and exposing financial information, indiscretions, and activities. She was also proactive, strategic, anticipatory, and prepared always and on all fronts. I am convinced that she and her abilities alone are the REASON that ultimately resulted in my case outcome far surpassing my initial expectations from failed mediation, and resulting in a final settlement that exceeded my best-case scenario in court (albeit that she was fully prepared and willing to execute).
Colleen saved me thousands in legal expenses, but more importantly, she helped me overcome a series of short-term losses in exchange for an overwhelming long-term gain in my journey to a new and better life.
In the strongest terms possible, I highly recommend Colleen Haddow for all family litigation.
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09 Dec, 2023 by Mike dinwoodie
Colleen Haddow came recommend from a family member. She is very personable and was able to provide sound advice for my difficult situation.
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23 Feb, 2024 by Gabriel jalil
A bit lacking on customer service and manners. Every time I call them my "hellos", "good mornings" and "have a nice day" are greeted with silence, a hang up click or some snarky response.
Do they know they're talking to paying customers? I wonder....
Call me old fashion, but I do appreciate a respectful exchange and greeting. Especially if I am paying top dollar for boilerplate templates I could potentially fill out myself.
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15 Dec, 2023 by Anonymous client
Bottom Line - Colleen Haddow is the BEST attorney I could have ever wished for --my only regret is that I didn't start with her from the beginning.
Ms. Colleen Haddow came as a recommendation from my previous law firm following failed mediation in a highly complex, contentious, and financially draining divorce and custody case. The opposing counsel - whose professional reputation precedes her as a person devoid of ethics and civility, made finding a willing, capable, and affordable replacement daunting. Colleen personally and immediately took my call for an intake interview. When I opened by informing her of who opposing counsel was, she simply laughed with complete confidence, accepted my case, and immediately got my case moving on the right track.
Unlike opposing counsel in this case, Colleen is a legal professional with impeccable integrity and ethics; but not to be confused with someone who submits to bully tactics or shies away from confrontation in or out of the courtroom. In contrast, Ms. Haddow is emotionally intelligent and well versed in the rules of the court to effectively persuade and, if need be, compel cooperation from even the most difficult of personalities. In doing so, she also remained a steadfast, approachable, and responsive attorney (often responding to me within minutes), who consistently addressed my concerns, provided objective perspective, and gave absolute sound guidance amidst the evolving challenges within the case. In short, she kept me sane and grounded in arguably the most stressful and emotionally draining period of my life.
In addition to her superior soft skills, Colleen also demonstrated unmatched expertise and experience in distilling and framing the key issues of my case (fully explaining the legalities), to include those I hadn't initially seen, understood, or considered. She proved invaluable in interpreting and exposing financial information, indiscretions, and activities. She was also proactive, strategic, anticipatory, and prepared always and on all fronts. I am convinced that she and her abilities alone are the REASON that ultimately resulted in my case outcome far surpassing my initial expectations from failed mediation, and resulting in a final settlement that exceeded my best-case scenario in court (albeit that she was fully prepared and willing to execute).
Colleen saved me thousands in legal expenses, but more importantly, she helped me overcome a series of short-term losses in exchange for an overwhelming long-term gain in my journey to a new and better life.
In the strongest terms possible, I highly recommend Colleen Haddow for all family litigation.
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09 Dec, 2023 by Mike dinwoodie
Colleen Haddow came recommend from a family member. She is very personable and was able to provide sound advice for my difficult situation.
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08 May, 2021 by Anonymous
Bill was professional in his approach about stages of a trademark litigation and successfully filed a lawsuit and subpoena, but like many big firm lawyers his priority is billing (at a high hourly rate) and spent time on the case that was not necessary, as well as other suggestions about the case like giving document review to junior attorneys that was not the most cost-efficient for the client . He wrote a memorandum about the case and billed several hours for it even though the client did not ask for it. Ultimately while the case was still moving forward, the client could not afford his fees anymore and had to replace attorneys
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05 May, 2021 by Ms. b
I find this attorney, Shirley A. Norman-Taylor extremely unethical. She was appointed to me, I contacted her, shared details about my case that if used against me could be detrimental to the outcome of my situation.
She stated she had no time to take on new cases, I told her I would wait until she could, instead she took my-out-of-state estranged brother as a client who is opposing me on a family matter.
My entire family will not speak to my brother and his girlfriend who are out to financially gain out of a pandemic crises I found myself in.
This attorney took them on as new clients completely throwing me under the bus. Family lawyers are already shady characters, why choose this dishonest one? She holds no loyalty and is lacking with integrity and is far from trust-worthy. I’ve asked her to remove herself in form of email, attorneys have asked her to remove herself and she refuses.
Save yourself the future horror I’m about to face in court. I filed a bar complaint on her this morning. She won’t be able to erase that. If you need further details or would like to share your experience please contact me...
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05 May, 2021 by B. a.m
This attorney was appointed to me. I spoke to her about my case, later she comes to me saying she has no time to take on new cases, but decides to take on my opposing party who happens to be my estranged brother and his money seeking girlfriend.. These are people no one in my family associates with for obvious reasons. They are around to financially gain from our pandemic crises. I told Shirley Norman-Taylor things that she could use against me. I find her highly unethical, an opportunist who will throw her own clients under the bus. Most family attorneys are already shady characters to begin with why hire one you already know has a track record of disloyalty. I filed a complaint on her this morning with the Virgina bar.
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10 Dec, 2017 by Anonymous
I retained David Fiske to protect my interests and enforce a settlement agreement, requiring a special master to maximize the redevelopment value of property prior to marketing it. Mr. Fiske refused to ask for a hearing to address violations of the agreement, he refused to withdraw and I was prohibited by the magistrate judge from replacing him. Mr. Fiske was attributed with making a false report that the zoning was going to expire to hasten the sale of the property below value. Mr. Fiske false told the special master I was in favor of selling the property without attempting to maximize value. I lost millions and still have not received what the property sold for because the court ordered me to release Mr. Fiske prior to disbursing my money, Mr. Fikse violated Rule of Professional Responsibility 1.8 accepting the protection of its orders.
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21 Feb, 2016 by Anonymous
I retained David Fiske after settlement of a lawsuit brought to dissolve a partnership. I gave Fiske specific instructions his only task was to represent me when a Special Master made his recommendations to the court about what to do with the Partnership property. The Mediation judge promised to release the attorneys twice but the person appointed the Special Master decided to force me to retain Fiske to work for him at my expense. He told Fiske as long as he and the opposing counsel agreed, he would allow them to manage the business. This meant Fiske was on a cash cow with more incentive to listen to the opposing counsel than to me.
The agreement allowed the Master to "hire professions, TO BE PAID BY THE PARTNERSHIP". Fiske ignored my requests to ask for a hearing with the judge in charge of overseeing the agreement to address this as well as other violations of the agreement. As NONE of the attorneys were paid for by the partnership, none of them had a duty of loyalty or care to the partnership.
One of the opposing counsel represents a limited partner who was the previous tenant of the property. He was ruled economically antagonistic to the partnership by the Supreme Court of VA because of his lawsuits and repeatedly expressed intent to get control of the partnership property. Since settlement he has made three offers to buy the property and his business partners interested in developing the property also make offers. The property is in the revitalization district in Springfield, and the supervisor of planning for Fairfax said he would allow re-zoning and plan amendments to double or even triple the FAR, which would greatly increase the value. The Master was supposed to pursue this but he and his crew of attorneys never did and Fiske would not "remind them".
I gave Fiske keys to the buildings as well as photographs of damages the tenant was responsible for and emails concerning EPA remediation. Fiske did not deliver these to the Master. The Plaintiff's attorney was put in charge of getting the appraisal and failed to get the contract signed for several weeks. Then he went on vacation and no one provided keys to the appraiser so the report was delayed for months. The Plaintiff's attorney also ordered the appraisal for it's lowest value and refused to get leasing values as required by the agreement. I was not permitted to pay to get the additional information required by the agreement. Ignoring my instructions not to apply for bank loans without the appraisal, Fiske was turned down by the banks. Now the partnership is bankrupt and unable to pay bills and taxes. They finally got a loan but the amount they secured would only cover their fees (if they abided by the agreement) for two weeks. The partnership property will never realize it's full potential value.
I fired Fiske after I got his first bill for ten thousand dollars for a little over two weeks. I refused to communicate with him but he continues to "work for me". The Plaintiff sent an email to the Master congratulating him on the progress being made and reminding everyone they would be first in line to be paid when the property is sold.
The Master decided to have a "mini trial" in April, eight months after settlement, to decide if the Limited partner, who was also the previous tenant of the property, is responsible for damages to the property. There is a provision in the agreement that the parties release claims and counter claims they have brought or could have brought against each other.
When the Limited partner made his last offer, which was 3.7 million dollars below the appraised value and the other defendant and I rejected it, his attorney decided he was going to depose us. I was served a subpoena for a lawsuit the limited party was not a party in, a lawsuit that was supposed to have been settled. I am being denied representation of my choice, which is a violation of my constitutional rights.
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What a Real Estate Lawyer Can Do for You
A real estate lawyer provides legal assistance in transactions and disputes involving property, including residential and commercial real estate. Whether you're buying, selling, leasing, or developing property, a real estate attorney can help ensure that your transactions are legally sound and your rights are protected. They review contracts, perform due diligence, resolve disputes, and provide legal representation in negotiations and litigation involving property matters.
Real estate lawyers are crucial in safeguarding your investment by ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal real estate laws, as well as protecting you from potential legal pitfalls related to property ownership and transactions.
When Should I Hire a Real Estate Lawyer?
Hiring a real estate lawyer is beneficial in various scenarios, including:
- Buying or selling property: When navigating complex real estate contracts, it’s advisable to have a lawyer review and ensure that the terms are favorable and legal.
- Commercial property transactions: For leasing, purchasing, or selling commercial properties, a lawyer can help manage the intricate legal aspects of such transactions.
- Zoning or land use issues: If you're planning to develop property or change its use, a real estate lawyer can guide you through zoning laws and land use regulations.
- Resolving property disputes: For boundary disputes, title issues, or disagreements over property rights, a lawyer can help mediate or litigate the matter.
- Foreclosures or evictions: If you're dealing with foreclosure or managing a tenant eviction, legal representation ensures that the process adheres to local laws and protects your interests.
- Title and deed issues: Lawyers can help clear title disputes, ensure the legitimacy of property deeds, and handle transfers of ownership.
What Does a Real Estate Lawyer Do?
A real estate lawyer provides a range of services to help with property transactions and disputes, including:
- Contract drafting and review: Ensuring that purchase agreements, leases, and other contracts are legally binding, fair, and protect your interests.
- Title search and clearance: Conducting a thorough title search to ensure that the property has no legal claims or liens that could affect ownership.
- Facilitate closing: Managing the closing process in real estate transactions, including reviewing final documents and ensuring that everything is in order before the transfer of ownership.
- Resolve disputes: Handling legal disputes related to property ownership, boundaries, zoning, or tenants.
- Assist in financing: Reviewing loan agreements and mortgage documents to ensure the terms are fair and legally sound.
- Zoning and land use advice: Guiding clients through the complexities of zoning laws and building regulations for property development or renovation projects.
How Are Real Estate Lawyers Paid?
Real estate lawyers typically charge for their services in the following ways:
- Flat fee: Many real estate transactions, such as reviewing a sales contract or assisting with a closing, are charged on a flat-fee basis.
- Hourly rates: If a lawyer is handling complex disputes or litigation, they may charge by the hour. Hourly rates can vary significantly based on the lawyer’s experience and location.
- Contingency fees: In rare cases, such as property disputes or claims for damages, a lawyer may work on a contingency fee basis, meaning they only get paid if you win or settle the case.
- Retainer: For ongoing legal support, some clients may pay a retainer, which is an upfront fee used as a deposit for future legal services.
It's important to clarify the fee structure with your attorney before hiring them to avoid any surprises.
How Much Does a Real Estate Lawyer Cost?
The cost of a real estate lawyer varies based on the complexity of the matter, the location of the property, and the lawyer’s experience. Key factors that affect pricing include:
- Type of transaction or issue: Simple tasks, like contract reviews, typically cost less than handling a complex property dispute or litigation.
- Experience and location: More experienced lawyers or those in high-demand areas, like urban centers, often charge higher rates.
- Billing structure: Lawyers may charge a flat fee for basic services like document review or hourly for more time-intensive work such as disputes or litigation.
Flat fees for straightforward services like closing assistance may range from $500 to $1,500.
Hourly rates can range from $150 to $400 or more, depending on the attorney’s experience and location.
Always discuss fees upfront to understand the overall cost of the legal service you're receiving.
Top Questions to Ask a Real Estate Lawyer
Before hiring a real estate lawyer, ask the following questions to ensure they are the right fit for your legal needs:
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What experience do you have with real estate law?
Ensure the lawyer has experience in the type of real estate transaction or dispute you’re facing, whether residential, commercial, or development-related. -
What is your fee structure?
Ask how the lawyer charges for services - whether it's a flat fee, hourly rate, or retainer - so there are no surprises later on. -
How long will the process take?
Especially important for real estate transactions or disputes with deadlines, ask for a general estimate of how long the process will last. -
Have you handled cases similar to mine?
Experience with similar transactions or disputes can give you confidence that the lawyer knows how to handle your case. -
Will you handle my case personally, or will it be passed to another attorney?
Confirm who will be handling the bulk of your case work, especially in larger firms where junior lawyers may take on some responsibilities. -
Can you provide references?
Speaking with past clients can give you insight into the lawyer's experience and how they handle cases.
How to Check the Credibility of a Real Estate Lawyer
To ensure you’re hiring a reputable real estate lawyer, take these steps:
- Check with the state bar association: Verify that the lawyer is licensed and in good standing with no disciplinary actions on their record.
- Read online reviews and testimonials: Look for reviews on legal directories and platforms like Avvo or Martindale-Hubbell to see what past clients have said.
- Ask for references: A credible lawyer should have past clients willing to share their experiences.
- Review their track record and expertise: Look at the lawyer’s website or LinkedIn profile for information about their experience in real estate law and any relevant cases they’ve handled.
- Membership in professional organizations: Lawyers who are members of respected legal or real estate organizations, like the American Bar Association’s Real Property Division, often signal credibility and expertise.
What Should I Prepare for My First Consultation?
To make your first meeting with a real estate lawyer productive, you should prepare the following materials:
- Relevant property documents: Bring purchase agreements, lease contracts, mortgage documents, zoning permits, or any other paperwork related to your case.
- A summary of the issue or transaction: Be ready to explain the situation, whether it's a property dispute, contract negotiation, or development issue.
- Questions about the legal process: Prepare a list of questions about how the lawyer will handle your case and what steps are involved.
- Financial documents or loan agreements: If the case involves financing or a mortgage, bring any related documents for the lawyer to review.
- Your goals and timeline: Be clear about what outcome you're hoping for, and if there are any deadlines that need to be considered, such as closing dates or legal filings.
By coming prepared, you can ensure that your consultation is efficient and informative, allowing you to assess whether the lawyer is the right fit for your real estate needs.
