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16 Dec, 2024 by Marcelina barr
My experience has been excellent since 2013 !! Everyone professional, helpful, listening to details, honest! Thank You!! and blessings! 🙏🙌😊❤️
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15 Nov, 2024 by Shawn held
Very helpful and friendly
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14 Nov, 2024 by Ash benitez
Ariana is a fantastic paralegal!
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16 Dec, 2024 by Marcelina barr
My experience has been excellent since 2013 !! Everyone professional, helpful, listening to details, honest! Thank You!! and blessings! 🙏🙌😊❤️
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15 Nov, 2024 by Shawn held
Very helpful and friendly
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14 Nov, 2024 by Ash benitez
Ariana is a fantastic paralegal!
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16 Dec, 2024 by Marcelina barr
My experience has been excellent since 2013 !! Everyone professional, helpful, listening to details, honest! Thank You!! and blessings! 🙏🙌😊❤️
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15 Nov, 2024 by Shawn held
Very helpful and friendly
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14 Nov, 2024 by Ash benitez
Ariana is a fantastic paralegal!
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16 Dec, 2024 by Marcelina barr
My experience has been excellent since 2013 !! Everyone professional, helpful, listening to details, honest! Thank You!! and blessings! 🙏🙌😊❤️
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15 Nov, 2024 by Shawn held
Very helpful and friendly
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14 Nov, 2024 by Ash benitez
Ariana is a fantastic paralegal!
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16 Dec, 2024 by Marcelina barr
My experience has been excellent since 2013 !! Everyone professional, helpful, listening to details, honest! Thank You!! and blessings! 🙏🙌😊❤️
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15 Nov, 2024 by Shawn held
Very helpful and friendly
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14 Nov, 2024 by Ash benitez
Ariana is a fantastic paralegal!
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16 Dec, 2024 by Marcelina barr
My experience has been excellent since 2013 !! Everyone professional, helpful, listening to details, honest! Thank You!! and blessings! 🙏🙌😊❤️
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15 Nov, 2024 by Shawn held
Very helpful and friendly
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14 Nov, 2024 by Ash benitez
Ariana is a fantastic paralegal!
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16 Dec, 2024 by Marcelina barr
My experience has been excellent since 2013 !! Everyone professional, helpful, listening to details, honest! Thank You!! and blessings! 🙏🙌😊❤️
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15 Nov, 2024 by Shawn held
Very helpful and friendly
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14 Nov, 2024 by Ash benitez
Ariana is a fantastic paralegal!
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16 Dec, 2024 by Marcelina barr
My experience has been excellent since 2013 !! Everyone professional, helpful, listening to details, honest! Thank You!! and blessings! 🙏🙌😊❤️
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15 Nov, 2024 by Shawn held
Very helpful and friendly
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14 Nov, 2024 by Ash benitez
Ariana is a fantastic paralegal!
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17 May, 2020 by Ana
We have consulted Alex at different points of our business journey. He has always been responsive, highly professional and precise on his advise. We have known Alex for more than 5 years and we continue to stay in touch with him and his company to help us grow in our knowledge in the construction field. We have not found this kind of service anywhere else. Highly recommended.
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19 Feb, 2018 by Jp drolet
Very fast and professional we will definitely continue working with them and recommend them every time we can.
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13 Oct, 2017 by Dan
Simply put, Alex treats you like family. Our company relies on him and his team for all of legal needs including contract review, the interpretation of contract documents, human resource issues, mitigating liability, construction liens, and all things construction related. He is always available and accessible, even on weekends, and his turn around time is excellent. Alex is truly a wealth of information. We can always count on him for advice that is on point, and unlike many other attorneys, Alex has the confidence to make a call. He is also extremely generous, gracious, and conscientious with his time. We are extremely grateful that he is part of our team and would highly recommend his services.
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05 Jul, 2024 by Chapter 7 client
EACH AND EVERY ATTORNEY SHOULD ASPIRE TO THE EXCEPTIONALLY HIGH STANDARDS OF MR. RICHARD R. ROBLES! HE IMMEDIATELY PUTS THE CLIENT FIRST, HE IS VERY EASY TO TALK TO, HE TAKES HIS TIME WITH THE CLIENT, YOU FEEL LIKE YOU ARE SPECIAL AND IMPORTANT TO MR. ROBLES. MR. ROBLES IS VERY PATIENT AND THOROUGH AND HE CLEARLY UNDERSTANDS THE LAW AND HE REALLY WANTS TO HELP YOU! WHAT MORE NEEDS TO BE SAID?!
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18 May, 2023 by Rafael
The best thing of Richard is that nothing is "sugar coated". He is very straight forward and tells you what to expect each step of the way. Richard and his team keeps you always informed of each step and what the options were and what the risks were. There were no empty promises made just to keep to make me happy which I know sometimes occurs when seeking counsel. Highly recommended.
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30 Jun, 2017 by Brandon
I hired Mr. Richard Robles as my personal injury attorney. The first day we met I knew he was the man for the job, he guided me through all the processes and steps needed to move forward with my case. From the day I hired him he kept me up to date with everything that was going on right up to the end of the case which was a success. Richard is an all around nice guy and I would recommend him for anyone. Hopefully I won't need legal assistance again but if I do I know who to call.
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14 Dec, 2021 by Bruce
Alvarez law firm is professional. knowledgeable, efficient and courteous. They handled our issue in a very timely manner and kept us advised of any change of status.
I highly recommend Daniell Alvarez for legal matters related to insurance.
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15 Apr, 2020 by Linda
I hired Mr. Alvarez after my insurance company failed to provide a reasonable settlement, for the excessive damage caused by an irresponsible tenant to my rental home. I had tried to reach a settlement with the insurance company, even hiring an adjuster to review our claim, but the insurance company was non-responsive.
I met with Mr Alvarez, he reviewed my claim, his method of operation and discussed his rate structure. All were acceptable to me and I hired Mr. Alvarez. he started to work immediately, and prepared the appropriate documentation required to present my claim. After a response from the insurance company, Mr. Alvarez rejected their initial offering after consultation with me. We discussed a settlement amount I would accept and Mr. Alvarez explained his reasoning on the various amounts we discussed. I reached an internal target for settlement, which Mr. Alvarez agreed with and he presented this settlement to the insurance company. They agreed to this settlement amount and we reached a very timely settlement. After Mr. Alvarez was hired as my representative, the process went very smoothly and much quicker than I expected. I am very pleased with Mr. Alvarez's performance, found him extremely personable and knowledgeable and recommend him highly!
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07 Apr, 2020 by John
I AM A RETIRED ATTORNEY FROM NEW YORK
AND HAVE QUITE A BIT OF EXPERIENCE RE
LEGAL MATTERS. MR. ALVAREZ KNEW WHAT NEEDED TO BE AFTER MY INSURANCE CO. REJECTED MY CLAIM RE MY ROOF DAMAGE.
HE HAD THE BEST EXPERT (BEST IN MY EXPERIENCE OF TWENTY FIVE YEARS) ON ROOF DAMAGE THAT I HAVE SEEN WHO GAVE US A VERY GOOD DETAILED FACTUAL EXPERT REPORT ON THE ROOF DAMAGE. MR. ALVAREZ ALSO KNEW HOW TO DEAL WITH INS. CO.
ANOTHER ATTORNEY IN MY COMMUNITY ALSO USED HIS SERVICES ON HIS ROOF. THE RESULTS FOR BOTH OF US WAS EXCELLENT.
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17 Jan, 2025 by Kevin “bean” fields`
Zachary Thomson is the best I have work with in all the cases I ever had I was more then happy to with all my end results an more he needs a raise for the great job he has done now as of now I will only deal with your law firm
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17 Jan, 2025 by Maria leiva
17 Jan, 2025 by Eunice barrios
Excelente atención, profesionales en el área, siempre transparente en cada una de nuestras entrevistas, atentos a cada una de mis preguntas y la mejor asesoría para mi caso. Recomendados 100% al abogado Jordano Rosales y su asistente Nancy👌🏻 muchísimas gracias
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07 Jul, 2018 by Lemuel
No c exactamente como catalogar esta persona pues antes de ser abogado es persona,es hombre mas noble q conosco es la persona mas cinsera q e escuchado es el amigo q desearia tener cualquiera,lo conosco ase muy poco pero a sido un pribilergio a ver conosido a este hombre ,abogado , amigo.
Como abogado q puedo decir con lo q lo presede,
Jose grasias por darme la oportunidad,el privilegio de tenerte como amigo dios te bendig a ti y tu familia
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17 Oct, 2014 by Clelia
My car accident caused me many inconveniences. From the damages to my car to the high medical bills, attorney Jose Fernandez helped me get through a tough time. I highly recommend him cause he was there in my time of need and he will definitely be there for yours.
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04 Sep, 2014 by Antonio
I highly recomend Mr. Fernandez to anyone involved in a car accident. He is a very hard working and consistant attorney that always puts his client's interest first. He represented me in a motor-vehicle accident and made sure I was very well taken care of. Not to mention his staff was also great!
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20 Feb, 2025 by Robert perry
Very professional and expedient with my case
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20 Feb, 2025 by Yohanny daniela vallesbravo
Excelente trato y comunicación de verdad fue muy gratificante trabajar con ellos los recomiendo al 100%
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20 Feb, 2025 by Sebastian rodriguez
Me siento muy satisfecho son muy profesionales y eficientes
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20 Feb, 2025 by Robert perry
Very professional and expedient with my case
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20 Feb, 2025 by Yohanny daniela vallesbravo
Excelente trato y comunicación de verdad fue muy gratificante trabajar con ellos los recomiendo al 100%
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20 Feb, 2025 by Sebastian rodriguez
Me siento muy satisfecho son muy profesionales y eficientes
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20 Feb, 2025 by Robert perry
Very professional and expedient with my case
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20 Feb, 2025 by Yohanny daniela vallesbravo
Excelente trato y comunicación de verdad fue muy gratificante trabajar con ellos los recomiendo al 100%
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20 Feb, 2025 by Sebastian rodriguez
Me siento muy satisfecho son muy profesionales y eficientes
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20 Feb, 2025 by Robert perry
Very professional and expedient with my case
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20 Feb, 2025 by Yohanny daniela vallesbravo
Excelente trato y comunicación de verdad fue muy gratificante trabajar con ellos los recomiendo al 100%
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20 Feb, 2025 by Sebastian rodriguez
Me siento muy satisfecho son muy profesionales y eficientes
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20 Feb, 2025 by Robert perry
Very professional and expedient with my case
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20 Feb, 2025 by Yohanny daniela vallesbravo
Excelente trato y comunicación de verdad fue muy gratificante trabajar con ellos los recomiendo al 100%
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20 Feb, 2025 by Sebastian rodriguez
Me siento muy satisfecho son muy profesionales y eficientes
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03 Jun, 2019 by Mario
My lawyer helped me prove my innocence with a car accident I had. They were very understanding and always updated me on the case. Extremely grateful for them :)
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28 Feb, 2018 by Alberto
Received excellent advice and support at all my hearings from Law Firm. Never allowed my property to go into foreclosure and ensured my association dues where handled correctly during the entire process.
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26 Jan, 2018 by Sandrine
We hired Lamchick Law Group for a real estate related issue and we felt right away comfortable in giving them the case for which they fought for in the best possible way. The entire team is extremely professional and hardworking. The case was resolved in no time and during the entire process they were available to explain everything step by step, reassure us and answer all our questions. If we had any other issues in the future, in any field, we would 100% go back to see them. We recommend Lamchick Law Group to anyone who needs a good attorney and most important a reliable one. We are very grateful for what they have done for our family.
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14 Nov, 2016 by Anonymous
Extremely well versed in his area. Was able to address all questions and concerns.
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07 Nov, 2016 by Federico
We met 3 years ago. He has been a great advisor for real estate deals and corporate structures. He really commits to his clients, and is always prompt for a phone call or a late email response. He is truly meticulous at finding the right solution for any issues. I know he is also very experienced in Inmigration, but I haven't hired him for that (yet). By the way, he is fluent in english, french and spanish, which is a plus for international clients like myself. You can't go wrong with him counseling you!
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04 Nov, 2016 by Jean
Helped us on numerous occasions and is knowledgeable on many different aspects of the law.
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31 Jul, 2015 by Barbara
Bill Sussman was recommended to me by a very good friend of mine, therefore I had no doubt I had been put in the right hands. My case is a very complicated one, trying to purchase a property with multiple liens on. So far, Bill has guided me through this ordeal with great professionality and expertise. I always felt I could rely on him, knowing he would never let me down. Not only he is a man of rare integrity and honesty, he is most of all gifted with a high grade of humanity and sympathy, which is hard to find in this profession. I always felt he really wanted to help me because he really cares helping people out. For the above reasons I highly recommend Bill Sussman.
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31 Jul, 2015 by April
Bill handled the sale of my family home in Miami as I watched from afar on the west coast. Everything was done in a timely manner, and in such a way that I felt completely confident that all details were attended to and relations with the buyers' attorney were kept collegial. He kept me informed every step of the way. Selling this house was emotionally significant for me. and Bill made the process go as smoothly as possible.
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15 Jul, 2015 by Natalie
Highly recommend Mr. Sussman. I have retained him for representation two times and he was very professional, thorough and always available. He explained every step of the process and I always felt well represented.
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12 Sep, 2015 by Dean
i have known Daniel Wagner for many years and ask him to take on specific legal actions for me for the last 2 years. Daniel Wagner is bright, diligent, understanding, compassionate and a lot of other words to express his professionalism. He is great and I will recommend him to anyone in need of legal assistance. He worked with me on Real Estate processes and also on a law suit to recover funds.
Daniel Wagner will go the extra mile for a client.
Dean
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11 Sep, 2015 by Erika juan
Absolutely hands down an amazing TEAM! From the person who answers the phone to the Legal Secretaries and the Lawyers. We had such a difficult case that even the Jusge mentioned he doesn't do Writ of Posession that often. I was impressed with the extensive knowledge and professionalism that Mr. Wagner and Mrs. Melich have as well as their staff. Very efficient and responsiveness was nothing more than excellent. Most importantly, they won the case and we couldn't be more humbled to have this resolved as this was my Grandparents home.
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11 Sep, 2015 by Tony
My finance' and I hired Daniel to handle the closing of our first home purchase, and we were more than ecstatic with our choice to retain his services. First, the closing was timely and without any issue. Secondly, we received a credit towards our title insurance premium, which as first time home buyers, saved us much needed cash that we put towards our new furniture. Lastly, his support staff was prompt, helpful and professional. Our calls were always taken and our concerns addressed. We will be using Wagner & Associates for our future legal needs!
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02 Nov, 2022 by Anonymous
Alejandro Vera is a great Estate Lawyer and Bilingual. I was looking for a Spanish speaking lawyer as my mother only speaks Spanish. After speaking to Alejandro over the phone I hired him. Alejandro has a true passion for his job. Compassion for his clients. When me and my mother went to his office he immediately asked my mother what was her first language. He spoke to my mother in Spanish and answered all my mother's questions. Alejandro has great communication skills and a willingness to listen. Alejandro did a awesome job with the Estate Will and gave me very clear instructions. I will recommend Alejandro Vera. Thank you very much.
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25 Oct, 2022 by Marion
Mr. Vera was very knowledgeable, patient, and helpful. He helped
me with estate planning.
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20 Oct, 2022 by Janet mahabir
Alejandro is extremely knowledgeable and an expert in his field. Moreover, I found him to be professional, trustworthy and responsive. He provided excellent guidance to me during the initial consultation for my estate planning and offered great advice. I highly recommend Alejandro Vera.
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27 Sep, 2024 by Rolmay fortun
The Best in Town honesty and so clever i'll Say Thanks For everything
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04 Sep, 2024 by Carlos r austin
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27 Sep, 2024 by Rolmay fortun
The Best in Town honesty and so clever i'll Say Thanks For everything
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09 Jan, 2024 by Lechon
Mr. Pita and the team helped me during the most traumatic time of my life. He was very detailed and asked questions I didn't think of. This was my first time having to use legal services and the process was absolutely amazing. He is truly the best person to get things done. I know lawyers can be extremely busy, however, I always felt they had my best interest at heart. Thank you for all your help!
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02 Jan, 2024 by Losa
Skip's professionalism knows no bounds. He is a master at his craft. The office runs like a well-oiled machine. Calls are returned and questions answered. Skip is not afraid to your case to court if warranted.
My case was handled with grace. I highly recommend him!!!!!!!!!
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25 Aug, 2023 by Ileana
What a remarkable team! I had been turned down by 2 other law firms for my husband’s wrongful death case and from the moment I had my consultation with Skip, there were no hesitation – from either of us. He was well informed of the laws surrounding my case and thoroughly explained the process to me; it was from there on that I was confident he and his team would represent me well. I was absolutely right! Within 5 MONTHS my case was SETTLED and for the MAXIMUM amount allowed by law.
Skip and his team were always available to take my call, they gathered and reviewed my documents and evidence quickly, and were fast in taking action for filings and responses. They were also genuinely compassionate and held my hand through the entire process for what was a very emotional and difficult time in my life. I would highly recommend Skip Pita and I couldn’t be more thankful to have had him fighting on my behalf.
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24 Jul, 2018 by Joseph
David Rosemberg and his team are hard working, smart and honest. I had the pleasure of meeting Mr. Rosemberg many years ago and now have him as my concierge attorney. I am extremely pleased with his services. He is by far, the best attorney I have ever worked with. He does a great job at taking care of his clients' needs in a timely manner. If you're looking for a smart and trustworthy attorney who thinks outside the box, Rosemberg Law is the way to go.
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08 Feb, 2018 by Jonathan
David is extremely professional, thoughtful and thorough. I felt comfortable with the entire process and think he handled my case superbly. I high recommend David's legal services!
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08 Feb, 2018 by Anonymous
Mr. Rosemberg came up with the most creative and elegant solution to an extremely complicated issue. He left opposing council in the dust and saved us from a most unfortunate situation. No other attorney we had worked with had even come close to coming up with such a good strategy.
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30 Nov, 2018 by Brian
Michelle was extremely responsive on my case. She went above and beyond to keep me updated as to the status of my case and always followed up when she said she would. I would highly recommend her for any legal matter and truest believe she is the best Lawyer I have ever had to deal with.
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02 Oct, 2018 by Mustafa
Got into a very bad accident no witnesses a lot of attorneys where telling me there’s not much for them to do since it was a no fault accident but Michelle did a great job she’s very proficient attentive and has great communication with her clients I’m very thankful for her help.
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24 Jul, 2018 by Joseph lopez
They were great and easy to work with. Help me out finding the chiropractor close to where i lived helped answer an questions i had and also a quick turn around with everything.
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09 Dec, 2014 by Gloria marina
Precise and detailed in her requirements -- she made my job considerably easier. No need to resend paperwork, ask for clarification or have to keep asking if specific tasks demanded by the transaction had been completed. I was always kept updated. Equally important my client , an elderly person, to whom I had recommended Mrs. Fuhrman was pleased to have been treated with patience and courtesy.
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01 Dec, 2014 by Ann
We had an issue with the DBPR and contacted Mrs. Fuhrman for her assistance. We may have been in jeopardy of losing our license on a technicality. Ms. Fuhrman did an amazing job of combing through years of our licensing details, contacting all the right people and constantly following up with us and with the DBPR. Florida Department of State and all the other entities that were required to have the issues dismissed. We would definitely use her again and would highly recommend her. We are very grateful for the dedication and service she provided to us.
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30 Nov, 2014 by Bonnie
I called Lindsay to assist me with landlord / tenant situation and was so impressed with her knowledge and professionalism that I know I will be calling on her expertise with my future home purchase. What a delight to find an attorney who puts the client first and by doing so brings the confidence that all issues will be handled correctly and promptly. I have only praise for her and recommend her to everyone.
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26 Jul, 2017 by Anonymous
Maria helped our family in so many ways and her professionalism is apparent. She showed that she really cared about us when we faced difficult legal challenges. We hired MJ to help on several occasions over the last three years. She handled a challenging divorce decree and judgement case, two separate settlement agreements, and a real estate closing. Thank you Maria and staff for all your hard work.
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01 Jun, 2017 by Victor
I went to Maria Jose to have a contact reviewed for my business. She was very knowledgeable and was recommended by many friends. She was responsive and got it back to me really fast. I recommend her to anyone who needs a business lawyer.
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07 Apr, 2017 by Anonymous
I hired Ms. Granados to help me purchase my first home. Not only did she look out for my best interest with the negotiation of the contract, she made a challenging closing a breeze. I am grateful for her efforts and would not hesitate to hire her again in the future.
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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.
