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05 Sep, 2024 by Cari jefferson
26 Feb, 2024 by Portland duplex
Still waiting for an explanation of the line items invoiced….2 years later. Christian Webert and team issued an invoice against my property 12 hours before my scheduled closing forcing me to pay or delay the sale of my property. I’d probably rather try to buy a catalytic converter in an alley than deal with the ethics of these people.
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18 Jan, 2024 by Natalee skye
Moeller Graf is top tier attorneys with the entire firm. I would highly suggest any association to subscribe to their services. David Parker & Christian Webert are always available when I need legal advice or explanation of condo declarations. Alexis Frick is amazing at collections process for delinquent accounts and very responsive. Brittany and Ashley go above and beyond with customer service. I would say the names above are a huge asset to this firm and I plan to never loose this ongoing business connection!
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05 Sep, 2024 by Cari jefferson
26 Feb, 2024 by Portland duplex
Still waiting for an explanation of the line items invoiced….2 years later. Christian Webert and team issued an invoice against my property 12 hours before my scheduled closing forcing me to pay or delay the sale of my property. I’d probably rather try to buy a catalytic converter in an alley than deal with the ethics of these people.
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18 Jan, 2024 by Natalee skye
Moeller Graf is top tier attorneys with the entire firm. I would highly suggest any association to subscribe to their services. David Parker & Christian Webert are always available when I need legal advice or explanation of condo declarations. Alexis Frick is amazing at collections process for delinquent accounts and very responsive. Brittany and Ashley go above and beyond with customer service. I would say the names above are a huge asset to this firm and I plan to never loose this ongoing business connection!
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05 Sep, 2024 by Cari jefferson
26 Feb, 2024 by Portland duplex
Still waiting for an explanation of the line items invoiced….2 years later. Christian Webert and team issued an invoice against my property 12 hours before my scheduled closing forcing me to pay or delay the sale of my property. I’d probably rather try to buy a catalytic converter in an alley than deal with the ethics of these people.
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18 Jan, 2024 by Natalee skye
Moeller Graf is top tier attorneys with the entire firm. I would highly suggest any association to subscribe to their services. David Parker & Christian Webert are always available when I need legal advice or explanation of condo declarations. Alexis Frick is amazing at collections process for delinquent accounts and very responsive. Brittany and Ashley go above and beyond with customer service. I would say the names above are a huge asset to this firm and I plan to never loose this ongoing business connection!
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16 Jan, 2022 by Katie davis
Terrible legal services. Literally charged me to PRINT paperwork, like that’s hard and time consuming. You can tell she doesn’t have children, and yet she’s practicing Family Law, with no clue what it takes to raise a child. If I could give a zero star rating, I would.
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20 Sep, 2021 by Shelby bruce
She won my case ( I won my case it was a slam dunk). But she charged me for every thing she could.
Buyer beware.
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19 Jan, 2020 by James james
Do not use Catherine Tieman for legal needs. She represented me in a complex case. She does not understand the laws or the application of them, and does not take the time to understand her client's needs. I recently met with other past clients of hers, who have had the same experience. While she is quite pleasant, she will charge you for every second of her time, even though some of her communications are written in a manner that don't make sense (so require follow up calls or emails to clarify). Billing for poor communication is a very effective money making strategy on her part, but will leave you frustrated, especially when adding her lack of ability.
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18 Jun, 2023 by Tristan denton
Never met a more disrespectful group dedicated to upholding an embarrassing, collective god-complex. A disgrace to our town. Shame on you for acting so heinously on such a special weekend for the families of our lovely community simply out of spite and in protection of your spineless, childish, and deplorable ego. Disgusting.
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18 Jun, 2023 by Annikya ruess
Very disrespectful.
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18 Jun, 2023 by Ivy dement
18 Jun, 2023 by Tristan denton
Never met a more disrespectful group dedicated to upholding an embarrassing, collective god-complex. A disgrace to our town. Shame on you for acting so heinously on such a special weekend for the families of our lovely community simply out of spite and in protection of your spineless, childish, and deplorable ego. Disgusting.
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18 Jun, 2023 by Annikya ruess
Very disrespectful.
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18 Jun, 2023 by Ivy dement
26 Jul, 2023 by Luke castillo
23 Aug, 2021 by B
Ms. Goodbody's services as a Child Legal Representative can be bought. She is corrupt, unprofessional and doesn't give a rat's a.. about the children involved. She will conduct ex parte communications during a legal proceeding (which is illegal) and she will lie during court proceedings, if it suits the party that's paying her. Keep yourself and your children as far away from her as you possibly can.
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02 Apr, 2021 by Anonymous
Made sure to lie to the judge and threaten to make sure if I didn’t do what they said I would lose everything. Most unprofessional lawyer I have ever met in my life.
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01 Jul, 2024 by Jerry hershfeldt
"Who knows why we were taught to Fear the Witches
And not those that burned them
Or those who stood by, watching."
Hertz paid $168 million two customers who we're wrongfully arrested and prosecuted. Some of them by this office. Hertz paid- U-Haul is next. Shame on the DA.
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25 May, 2024 by George mac
The DA's office lets child abusers off the hook with no consequences of any kind if they are white women. DPS also allows the same white women to stay on the job, working in proximity to other children and their victim.
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13 Apr, 2024 by N lang
01 Jul, 2024 by Jerry hershfeldt
"Who knows why we were taught to Fear the Witches
And not those that burned them
Or those who stood by, watching."
Hertz paid $168 million two customers who we're wrongfully arrested and prosecuted. Some of them by this office. Hertz paid- U-Haul is next. Shame on the DA.
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25 May, 2024 by George mac
The DA's office lets child abusers off the hook with no consequences of any kind if they are white women. DPS also allows the same white women to stay on the job, working in proximity to other children and their victim.
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13 Apr, 2024 by N lang
01 Jul, 2024 by Jerry hershfeldt
"Who knows why we were taught to Fear the Witches
And not those that burned them
Or those who stood by, watching."
Hertz paid $168 million two customers who we're wrongfully arrested and prosecuted. Some of them by this office. Hertz paid- U-Haul is next. Shame on the DA.
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25 May, 2024 by George mac
The DA's office lets child abusers off the hook with no consequences of any kind if they are white women. DPS also allows the same white women to stay on the job, working in proximity to other children and their victim.
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13 Apr, 2024 by N lang
01 Jul, 2024 by Jerry hershfeldt
"Who knows why we were taught to Fear the Witches
And not those that burned them
Or those who stood by, watching."
Hertz paid $168 million two customers who we're wrongfully arrested and prosecuted. Some of them by this office. Hertz paid- U-Haul is next. Shame on the DA.
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25 May, 2024 by George mac
The DA's office lets child abusers off the hook with no consequences of any kind if they are white women. DPS also allows the same white women to stay on the job, working in proximity to other children and their victim.
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13 Apr, 2024 by N lang
01 Jul, 2024 by Jerry hershfeldt
"Who knows why we were taught to Fear the Witches
And not those that burned them
Or those who stood by, watching."
Hertz paid $168 million two customers who we're wrongfully arrested and prosecuted. Some of them by this office. Hertz paid- U-Haul is next. Shame on the DA.
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25 May, 2024 by George mac
The DA's office lets child abusers off the hook with no consequences of any kind if they are white women. DPS also allows the same white women to stay on the job, working in proximity to other children and their victim.
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13 Apr, 2024 by N lang
20 Aug, 2023 by Anonymous
He does not even understand basic terms like a gift of Equity, he is not trustworthy, even the banker said so. Beware of this greedy man, his father was a wonderful attorney, he is not
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02 May, 2022 by Johnny thompson (monkey)
16 Sep, 2021 by Michelle bowman
Do NOT use them. We reached out for weeks on an urgent family issue and never got a call back from Rob and then they stopped taking our calls entirely. We were just trying to get information about our mom's will that they had done and even given it was urgent, he clearly didn't care. Go elsewhere.
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05 Aug, 2024 by Ramona ramonachesoi@hotmail.com
Karma- keep doing illegal practices and see what happens to you. Hope you get all the negative that comes your way. This is an ugly office and nobody should be working with them!
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04 Aug, 2024 by Scotty weaver
02 Aug, 2024 by Jeni g
They gave me many options and Adrienne has always been nice. It's annoying that they don't have an online payment option. Sending a check via certified mail every month sucks. They also charge a lot, it's very expensive if you have to deal with them. I recommend avoiding them if possible. There are worse debt collectors out there. Most of these reviews are just mad at the HOA.
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14 Nov, 2023 by Sara
The two previous reviews are proof of Ms. Lasalle's legal confidence and passionate care . I want a lawyer who will fight fight for my rights and is knowledgeable. My experience with Ms. Lasalle was professional and efficient . One wants an assertive and experienced advocate as a lawyer, don't they ?? Thank you Alix
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14 May, 2023 by Anonymous
She is rude and thinks she is better than everyone else on the planet. Also, I will never go to Vert Coworking.
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22 May, 2021 by Jordan peasley
On a Saturday morning, she came to my door, proceeded to pound the door for 7-10 minutes. I opened, without an ID or anything, she demanded my ex’s dog, again with out any explanation. Not to professional, and she looked like she just hike Longs Peak. I had to politely ask her to vacate my property, which she did. I think lawyer, I would not picture her.
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29 Feb, 2024 by Kellie martinez
18 Sep, 2019 by Rebecca vance
01 May, 2017 by Jeremy keefer
Madeline has helped me and my company off and on for years. I have and will continue to highly recommend her to other business owners.
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27 Mar, 2024 by Anonymous
If I could give no stars I would. He’s a fraud and scams elders! Waste of time and money. Steers you in the wrong direction but happily takes your money!
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16 Nov, 2022 by Pitrone
Rickey has done magnificent work for myself, family and friends over the last 25 years. In this age when honesty and integrity aren’t the norm Rickey has these qualities in abundance!!!
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26 Jun, 2022 by Anonymous
If I could give a 0 rating I would this man should have retired 10 years ago all he does is talk to you like you're a friend and he gives you advice but never actually helps you with your court case. He sat in on a mediation with me and talked to my sister the entire time about her living in New York and then turned around and tried to charge me thousands of dollars for it. I ended up having to complete my entire case alone with the courts. He should be disbarred if you ask me and he should give his services away for free.
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25 Sep, 2013 by Anonymous
For Real Estate work, Stephen is very good. I gave him only a fair rating because he is not okay in front of a judge. No matter how much he knows, he's unable to stand his ground and defend his position. I would say that he should be working for a competent trial lawyer and you'd like him very much but do not let him go to trial on your behalf because even if the facts are 100% in your favor as ours were, he was unable to convince a judge or jury of this.
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16 Jul, 2024 by David williams
Matt werner & he passed me of to other poor lawyer Jennifer Emerson.
Alpern Myers did not represent me
Matt werner threat to suit me what a joker you are sir going my social security joker
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16 Jul, 2024 by David williams
I WOULD NOT TRUST THIS GUY EVER!
HE SHOULD BE REPORTED TO the suppream court for Ethics violation they price gouge keep your money and smear your name to other laywers they are crooks if they take your money and change prices as they did with so many others complain to suppream.court of colorado warning do not trust or use this attorney's
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11 Jun, 2024 by Aaron tucker
Not sure what I even actually paid these people for. They didn't do anything to help me.
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16 Jul, 2024 by David williams
Matt werner & he passed me of to other poor lawyer Jennifer Emerson.
Alpern Myers did not represent me
Matt werner threat to suit me what a joker you are sir going my social security joker
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16 Jul, 2024 by David williams
I WOULD NOT TRUST THIS GUY EVER!
HE SHOULD BE REPORTED TO the suppream court for Ethics violation they price gouge keep your money and smear your name to other laywers they are crooks if they take your money and change prices as they did with so many others complain to suppream.court of colorado warning do not trust or use this attorney's
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11 Jun, 2024 by Aaron tucker
Not sure what I even actually paid these people for. They didn't do anything to help me.
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16 Jul, 2024 by David williams
Matt werner & he passed me of to other poor lawyer Jennifer Emerson.
Alpern Myers did not represent me
Matt werner threat to suit me what a joker you are sir going my social security joker
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16 Jul, 2024 by David williams
I WOULD NOT TRUST THIS GUY EVER!
HE SHOULD BE REPORTED TO the suppream court for Ethics violation they price gouge keep your money and smear your name to other laywers they are crooks if they take your money and change prices as they did with so many others complain to suppream.court of colorado warning do not trust or use this attorney's
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11 Jun, 2024 by Aaron tucker
Not sure what I even actually paid these people for. They didn't do anything to help me.
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30 Jul, 2024 by Bill bedortha
Cynthia has been a gem to work with. She's helped us through a number of issues both legally and in real estate and leasing. She's professional she understands her business and she knows what she's doing. I am so glad we found her to help us through our situation and we will be keeping our relationship with her as we move on to bigger and better things with our business. She is a joy to work with and I would highly recommend her if you need real estate advice or legal advice.
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05 Jun, 2024 by Christy seabourne
Cynthia was incredibly helpful in her advice! She provided feedback that I had not thought of. Thank you!
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11 Sep, 2023 by Abdulaziz yorkulov
04 Dec, 2023 by Sarah s
02 Dec, 2023 by Angie hondacbr
Foley & Lardner, who falsely pride themselves on diversity and inclusion, recently targeted one of their ONLY female, Arab-Muslim associates in the firm nationwide .
F&L unlawfully terminated Georgetown Law graduate, Jinan Chehade, before her official first day of employment, this taking place after heavily interrogating her for her support of the humanitarian crisis in Palestine, framing her advocacy for Palestine as supporting terrorism.
It is clear that this firm deliberately supports Islamophobia and discriminates against its Muslim associates and clients, while not taking any disciplinary action against its associates who openly express their hatred for Muslims.
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02 Dec, 2023 by Karen diaz
04 Dec, 2023 by Sarah s
02 Dec, 2023 by Angie hondacbr
Foley & Lardner, who falsely pride themselves on diversity and inclusion, recently targeted one of their ONLY female, Arab-Muslim associates in the firm nationwide .
F&L unlawfully terminated Georgetown Law graduate, Jinan Chehade, before her official first day of employment, this taking place after heavily interrogating her for her support of the humanitarian crisis in Palestine, framing her advocacy for Palestine as supporting terrorism.
It is clear that this firm deliberately supports Islamophobia and discriminates against its Muslim associates and clients, while not taking any disciplinary action against its associates who openly express their hatred for Muslims.
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02 Dec, 2023 by Karen diaz
04 Dec, 2023 by Sarah s
02 Dec, 2023 by Angie hondacbr
Foley & Lardner, who falsely pride themselves on diversity and inclusion, recently targeted one of their ONLY female, Arab-Muslim associates in the firm nationwide .
F&L unlawfully terminated Georgetown Law graduate, Jinan Chehade, before her official first day of employment, this taking place after heavily interrogating her for her support of the humanitarian crisis in Palestine, framing her advocacy for Palestine as supporting terrorism.
It is clear that this firm deliberately supports Islamophobia and discriminates against its Muslim associates and clients, while not taking any disciplinary action against its associates who openly express their hatred for Muslims.
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02 Dec, 2023 by Karen diaz
28 Dec, 2021 by Bryan ponce
He doesn't even know his own registration number He never showed up to no court till he was subpoena a citation for not showing up to any court
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14 Dec, 2017 by Anonymous
He does not return phone calls, I never got a copy of our contract to hire him, and he lies about his fees. His charges are $250.00 per hour, but when I finally got the invoice, he charged me over $450.00 per hour. Stay away!!
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15 Nov, 2011 by Anonymous
Rob Waterman is a very poor lawyer and should be eliminated from the bar. He can't keep track of trust accounts, does not bill correctly, is grossly unprepared for hearings and continually gives excuses. Because of his personal issues (which he is more than willing to tell you about), he misses many points. Read some of his depositions and a junior rookie in law school would have done a better job.
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02 Sep, 2021 by Anonymous
My family hired Mr. Wilson to help with disputed personal representation over a family members will. He couldn't keep names, dates, facts straight. He crossed with no pertinent questions, asked no pertinent questions of us in court. He caused us to lose the trial and cost a lot of money. I would never recommend him to anyone.
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30 Mar, 2016 by Randy haberkon
I was seeking an attorney that was experienced in the dissolution of a business. Mr. Wilson presented himself as a non-confrontational. Turns out, he was non-conformational with everyone but me. Mr. Wilson provided poor almost non-exist legal advice. This ended up costing more than ½ of my business. He made agreements with the defenses attorney and did not consult with me. I lost buildings, equipment and money without as much as a courtesy call. He told me that I was legally entitled to ½ of the business and that we would without issue receive at least that. During negotiations with the defendant Mr. Wilson sent emails to the defense that I had written to him without as much changing a word. He would only communicate through email, I repeatedly requested a face to face strategy session, but he was never available. When I showed up for a case management meeting, he did not even recognize me. My lawsuit was unnecessarily drug out by Mr. Wilson’s lack of legal knowledge and advice, poor communication and lack of focus on my case. When I hired Mr. Wilson, I was told I would get ½ of a business that I rightfully owned, and as it turned out a good portion of that was lost to poor negotiations and give a ways without my knowledge and consent.
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07 Jan, 2016 by Anonymous
You seek an attorney for legal consul, experience and professional advice. In our experience Mr. Wilson provided poor representation and costly incorrect legal advice. In my opinion, he did not put enough time into our case which cost our company a great deal of money. He told us our tennent was in our facility illegally and said our key witness would give us an 80% chance of success. The problem was he did not speak with our key witness until 10 minutes prior to court as was not prepared. It was very evident that if he had spoken with the key witness earlier, he should have know our tenant was in fact in our facility legally and the opposing counsel brought this our very successfully. In addition Mr. Wilson underestimated his time and cost on 3 separate instances by as much a 100%. So every time he told us 3-4 hours of attorney fees, it was 6-8. He also did not inform us that if we lost the case we would be liable for our tenants attorney fees which we again very costly. All in all this was not a good experience and I feel Mr. Wilson did not provide experience, legal knowledge and dedicated time needed as evident by poor results and very costly fees. I quote Mr. Wilson when he told us, "You want them out, I'll get them out". The judge said no. And I paid a high price for poor legal representation.
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04 Nov, 2014 by John
I used Joel for estate planning. He proved to be knowledgeable, but he is TERRIBLE at returning phone calls, emails, etc. I have been waiting for a return call for many (6+) weeks. His follow-up is absolutely horrendous! Beware.......
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30 Oct, 2014 by Harold
I am very disappointed with Joel. We made the step to set up an Estate Plan(Trust, Medical POA, etc) with Joel back in 2006. He offerred an ongoing Plan that had a large initial payment for Trust Preparation,etc and then an annual payment for future updates. He prepared the trust to our satisfaction and we had one update in 2012 when we were told that Joel and his Law Partner(Peter Scott) were parting ways.
We were given the choice of which partner we wanted to continue to use. We elected to stay with Joel since we felt comfortable with him. We felt that this would be very important after someone passes and he was young enough that our kids could relate to him and be comforable around him if my spouse and I passed together. Since the Law Partnership breakup Joel has not returned phone calls or emails. I have sent emails through AVVO as well. The annual payment notice has not been sent to me even with me leaving messages that I still wanted the plan and was willing to pay. I would hate to see how Joel would responded when my children would need him most. My father was a lawyer and one that worked for the good of his clients but I guess that is "old school."
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06 Dec, 2012 by Anonymous
Joel was hired to write an estate plan, he did half the job was paid in full. Two months went by, he didn't return email or phone calls. Oct 30 2012 he did return the phone call, apologized and said he would get the job done in a month. As of today, Dec 6,2012, no calls have been returned and the job has not progressed. Joel did not keep his word.
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04 May, 2022 by Simon
I hired this man to take over my divorce case after my previous lawyer became very I'll. This man took every advantage he could of my situation knowing that my case was difficult and I didn't have the opportunity to hire any one else at the time. He was totally focused on the money, always asking for more retainer while at the same time not preparing at all for my hearings. I did most of the work for him. Mark Reider is totally unprofessional. He will not stay quiet long enough for you to have your own say in the matter. Going into final orders hearing he was not prepared at all. I'm lucky to have got what I did out of the settlement.
Mark Reider is now located in Fremont County Colorado and for your piece of mind, DO NOT HIRE HIM.
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26 Jul, 2021 by Caroline
I hired Mr Reider as my attorney and it was a huge mistake!!! After over 6 months of him dragging out his services he resigns as my attorney taking my retainer of $2000. Do NOT hire this man !!!! The other review on him is accurate !!! Highly not recommended
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06 Nov, 2020 by Anonymous
This guy is a fraud! He lies and schemes and abuses the privilege of his license to do as little work as possible. He will scam you out of your money and say he needs more to finish the case and then drag it out and file all sorts of crap to pad his bill. Stay away from Mark Reider. I later found out after hiring my new attorney that he has a reputation for doing this.
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29 Apr, 2021 by Anonymous
I'll go along with the other reviewer in that Cynthia Kennedy, is a horrible attorney. She does not return phone calls, she won't pick up the phone. She takes weeks and days to return my emails. She is absolutely awful I would find someone else.
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18 Oct, 2016 by Anonymous
During my case, Cynthia had multiple personal issues arise. They became my problems and certainly affected the case due to the poor attorney client relationship. And it wasn't just me who was affected. I was in her office while she avoided calls from other clients who were in major ch. 11 bankruptcies, or she would answer and hang up on them because they were late filing something. Her abuse was also heaped onto my mother. She made fun of my mother in court for crying (over the possibility of losing some real estate) and in her office. She was spiteful that I took a vacation during proceeding (my wife paid for it and wasn't involved in the matter). Made an issue of it even 5 years later. Ultimately, I called her out on her attitude and that caused her to claim an ethics issue to be able to withdraw from my case (after she found out that she messed up the payment plan; couldn't do simple math). Interesting to note that she claims an ethics issue to the judge because I asked her to drop the attitude. I think that would be a violation of ethics to lie to the judge? On the upside, Cynthia is not a dumb person. She could be very good at her job with a personality adjustment. The problem is that bankruptcy is a trying time for any person, and you will have to be the cool one in dealing with her. I normally don't write reviews for anything. But I felt that her behavior was so terrible and that maybe someone else could steer clear of her if they were to read this.
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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.
