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06 Dec, 2024 by Almeric joseph
My first time as a client of this firm and I am certainly pleased with the results. The attorneys and the staff were kind, courteous and attentive; especially Heather.
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05 Dec, 2024 by Gail wielandt
I was in a car accident in 2020 I had different lawyers handling my case finally
Mr. Michael Pungitore took my case and I can truthfully say he is definitely the best. If you need the best lawyer I definitely without a doubt recommend him. I give him a 10 plus you could not ask for better service and such a caring person he got the job done. Thanks again for your service😊
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04 Dec, 2024 by Zainab fofana
25 Oct, 2024 by Cindy lu
Left a message with the receptionist saying I had an urgent case and have YET to receive a phone call back.
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18 Oct, 2024 by Josh martin
Judy works hard (sometimes around the clock) for her clients and the cases she takes. I highly recommend choosing Judy Greenwood!!!
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15 Oct, 2024 by A. thais
Judy Greenwood was very professional and helpful. This is a great place for medical malpractice cases.
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25 Oct, 2024 by Cindy lu
Left a message with the receptionist saying I had an urgent case and have YET to receive a phone call back.
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18 Oct, 2024 by Josh martin
Judy works hard (sometimes around the clock) for her clients and the cases she takes. I highly recommend choosing Judy Greenwood!!!
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15 Oct, 2024 by A. thais
Judy Greenwood was very professional and helpful. This is a great place for medical malpractice cases.
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27 Jan, 2025 by Will b.
When I called, the process was a little difficult explaining to the person on the phone was listening well. However once she inputted my case into the system, I was contacted By a Morgan representative who was on point and help me get my case started. I felt relieved by their quick and detailed response.
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27 Jan, 2025 by Ben creed
27 Jan, 2025 by Carmen young
I hired them to take on a case and decided to go another route. They lack communication skills, they don’t return calls, so since they read the reviews I no longer need your services so you don’t have to put in the no work that you have been doing
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27 Jan, 2025 by Will b.
When I called, the process was a little difficult explaining to the person on the phone was listening well. However once she inputted my case into the system, I was contacted By a Morgan representative who was on point and help me get my case started. I felt relieved by their quick and detailed response.
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27 Jan, 2025 by Ben creed
27 Jan, 2025 by Carmen young
I hired them to take on a case and decided to go another route. They lack communication skills, they don’t return calls, so since they read the reviews I no longer need your services so you don’t have to put in the no work that you have been doing
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27 Jan, 2025 by Will b.
When I called, the process was a little difficult explaining to the person on the phone was listening well. However once she inputted my case into the system, I was contacted By a Morgan representative who was on point and help me get my case started. I felt relieved by their quick and detailed response.
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27 Jan, 2025 by Ben creed
27 Jan, 2025 by Carmen young
I hired them to take on a case and decided to go another route. They lack communication skills, they don’t return calls, so since they read the reviews I no longer need your services so you don’t have to put in the no work that you have been doing
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27 Jan, 2025 by Will b.
When I called, the process was a little difficult explaining to the person on the phone was listening well. However once she inputted my case into the system, I was contacted By a Morgan representative who was on point and help me get my case started. I felt relieved by their quick and detailed response.
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27 Jan, 2025 by Ben creed
27 Jan, 2025 by Carmen young
I hired them to take on a case and decided to go another route. They lack communication skills, they don’t return calls, so since they read the reviews I no longer need your services so you don’t have to put in the no work that you have been doing
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27 Jan, 2025 by Will b.
When I called, the process was a little difficult explaining to the person on the phone was listening well. However once she inputted my case into the system, I was contacted By a Morgan representative who was on point and help me get my case started. I felt relieved by their quick and detailed response.
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27 Jan, 2025 by Ben creed
27 Jan, 2025 by Carmen young
I hired them to take on a case and decided to go another route. They lack communication skills, they don’t return calls, so since they read the reviews I no longer need your services so you don’t have to put in the no work that you have been doing
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14 Oct, 2024 by Keri shillingburg
An absolutely amazing lawyer, & staff. Everyone met me at a personal level, & a professional level. I’d give them 10 stars if I could.
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08 Oct, 2024 by Courtney smith
We contacted this firm when our son suffered a birth injury. They listened to our potential case and took us on. They helped us all the way through the process, always took my calls and questions. Killino is very passionate about his work and it felt like he was upset for our son like he was his own child. The paralegal, Kayla, was always on top of things and helpful. The whole firm that we worked with really did their best for us and now we have what we need to care for our son. We couldn’t be more grateful.
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30 Sep, 2024 by Reggie bridges
Jeff and his team at Killino Law Firm are truly exceptional! They took on my daughter’s challenging case when no one else would, and their dedication, expertise, and compassion made all the difference. Thanks to their amazing work, we can now take care of our daughter for the rest of her life. Jeff handled everything with professionalism and kept us informed every step of the way. If you’re in need of a personal injury & accident lawyer, look no further—Jeff is your guy. I can’t recommend him and his exceptional team enough!
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14 Oct, 2024 by Keri shillingburg
An absolutely amazing lawyer, & staff. Everyone met me at a personal level, & a professional level. I’d give them 10 stars if I could.
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08 Oct, 2024 by Courtney smith
We contacted this firm when our son suffered a birth injury. They listened to our potential case and took us on. They helped us all the way through the process, always took my calls and questions. Killino is very passionate about his work and it felt like he was upset for our son like he was his own child. The paralegal, Kayla, was always on top of things and helpful. The whole firm that we worked with really did their best for us and now we have what we need to care for our son. We couldn’t be more grateful.
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30 Sep, 2024 by Reggie bridges
Jeff and his team at Killino Law Firm are truly exceptional! They took on my daughter’s challenging case when no one else would, and their dedication, expertise, and compassion made all the difference. Thanks to their amazing work, we can now take care of our daughter for the rest of her life. Jeff handled everything with professionalism and kept us informed every step of the way. If you’re in need of a personal injury & accident lawyer, look no further—Jeff is your guy. I can’t recommend him and his exceptional team enough!
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24 Feb, 2025 by Michael lemar
I feel my child has great representation for his matter ..... thank you Ellis
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22 Feb, 2025 by Chris pippen
I had the pleasure working with Ellis Palividas, from the start he has been a great advocate. Ellis represented me in my criminal case. He is attentive, knowledgeable, and ensuring every detail of my case was considered. I didn’t second guess his judgement because his assesrtivness assured me with him defending me. He was able to infiltrate lies in witnesses testimonies. He was by my side throughout this journey of proving my innocence. After his well fought battle in the courtroom, I got an outcome in my favor which were All charges were Dismissed.
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03 Feb, 2025 by Zayy
Great lawyer
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13 Sep, 2021 by Sharon smith
05 Jun, 2021 by Tf sch
Mike is a outstanding lawyer. He fought for my boyfriend and our son and reunited them after a year and a half battle with the system. We were able to beat this due to Mikes excellent skills in research and knowledge of the laws. He was straight forward and took the time to explain everything every step of the way. Mike cares about the cases he fights for and I could never thank him enough. I would definitely recommend him!
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04 Jun, 2021 by M. p.
Mr. Houghton is a first class lawyer, he is responsive, organized and respectful! He helped our family with a favorable outcome and he did so professionally.
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22 Feb, 2025 by Juanjose almonte
19 Feb, 2025 by Corey nisbet
Referred my case to a highly competent lawyer. I have nothing but good things to say about this firm.
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05 Feb, 2025 by Zaniyah jones
Words cannot explain how thankful I am to have a lawyer like Sean Fuller !! I will definitely recommend this firm !!! They will get the job done 😊 trust me I know !!!
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26 Jul, 2024 by James kettor
26 Jul, 2024 by John kettor
22 May, 2024 by David thompson
Excellent service very responsive they handled my case with care.
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23 Jan, 2025 by Mohamed m
Attorney Giberg is outstanding! Highly responsive. Excellent firm. Paralegal Morgan is exceptionally thorough. This is what you're looking for in a law firm.
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22 Jan, 2025 by Keith munson
20 Jan, 2025 by Suni dae
This firm is not just a firm, this is my family. They have taken care of me & my family to make sure I received everything I deserve. They check on me regularly, keep me updated & even when I was sick. I can call them at anytime & I recommend to anyone this amazing organization. Liss & Marion
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23 Jan, 2025 by Mohamed m
Attorney Giberg is outstanding! Highly responsive. Excellent firm. Paralegal Morgan is exceptionally thorough. This is what you're looking for in a law firm.
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22 Jan, 2025 by Keith munson
20 Jan, 2025 by Suni dae
This firm is not just a firm, this is my family. They have taken care of me & my family to make sure I received everything I deserve. They check on me regularly, keep me updated & even when I was sick. I can call them at anytime & I recommend to anyone this amazing organization. Liss & Marion
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23 Jan, 2025 by Sharon avidan
Very nice and efficient. Everyone in the office
Helpful and patient. Definitely recommend
This office
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02 Dec, 2024 by Deneice ransome
Murray best lawyer ever!!
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14 May, 2024 by Chaz harris
Highly recommended and responsive to your requirements.
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06 Dec, 2024 by Ben
I cannot speak highly enough about Lee and the exceptional service he provides. Not only is Lee knowledgeable across multiple legal areas, but he is straightforward and to the point. Lee doesn't waste time padding you with excessive emails and long phone calls. I felt very comfortable having Lee handle a personal/sensitive matter. The other party had a very big Philadelphia law firm representing them, but Lee dealt with them swiftly and professionally. I was impressed with his overall tact and legal know-how. The result of the case exceeded my expectations and that is a credit to Lee's hard work.
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10 Jun, 2024 by Melissa
I can't say enough great things about Lee. His out of the box approach to my convoluted legal situation made for an incredibly positive outcome for me. He was able to bring in a couple other legal experts that he had built relationships with over the years and they picked up a case for me that had been ongoing for 5 years with another lawfirm and he had my case tied up with a beautiful red bow in just over a year of them taking over the case. Not only is Lee a fantastic lawyer, but he is a genuinely kind person. He truly wants to help and will make your "most likely ugly" legal situation as painless as he is able to make it. He talks to you as an equal and really explains his throughts in layman's terms all while really listening to your feelings and working toward an outcome that will make you happy. You can't go wrong with Lee as your attorney. He will do the absolute best he can for you and he has great connections as reinforcement if needed.
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31 May, 2024 by Anonymous
Consulted to have Lee perform some normal Intellectual property protection for our business (trademarking). Was non responsive after two phone calls and messages. Then after two weeks returned back the call with no apology nor any contrition for his lack of responsiveness. We let that go as understand people get busy, but see it was a pattern. On the call, he assured would follow-up timely with the agreed upon work and rate. Unfortunately, he failed again and after three more weeks we were wasting too much time and moved on with a new and much more capable attorney.
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09 Jan, 2025 by Carlton faulkner
Since I moved to a new area where he does service at still using him For my case from last year and was supposed to set me up with a new chiropractor has failed to do so has asked for an update on my case and still has failed to do so. This has been on going for a few months now and I can no longer take it.
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13 Dec, 2024 by Persuasion banks
Mark is the best eviction lawyer, he is great and very patient, I kept calling him every week and and he guided me every step of the way . I recommend him for an eviction lawyer
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06 Dec, 2024 by Tay banks
Very professional, great communication I’m glad to have had this firm represent me! Thank you so much!
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16 Feb, 2025 by Maritza kendal
After my car accident left me with overwhelming medical bills and uncertainty about my future, The Rothenberg Law Firm stepped in and turned everything around. From the very first consultation, their team treated me like family. They explained every step of the process in clear, compassionate terms and fought tirelessly to secure a settlement that not only covered my expenses but also gave me peace of mind during recovery. I felt supported and informed every step of the way—truly a 5-star experience!
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09 Feb, 2025 by Elliana augustus
The attorneys at The Rothenberg Law Firm LLP are true professionals. They took the time to understand my situation and provided me with clear guidance. I'm very satisfied with their service!
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06 Feb, 2025 by Natasha pedro
From start to finish, The Rothenberg Law Firm LLP was fantastic. They treated me with respect and worked diligently to resolve my case. I couldn't have asked for better legal representation.
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22 Jan, 2025 by Sierra saron
Worked with me on a very tiring case despite me not even being in the same state as him. He answered questions and concerns promptly and precisely. Was able to help me retrieve a JBA. Very good lawyer, straight to the point.
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03 Dec, 2024 by Z' b
I would recommend.
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14 Nov, 2024 by Stephanie fripps
22 Jan, 2025 by Sierra saron
Worked with me on a very tiring case despite me not even being in the same state as him. He answered questions and concerns promptly and precisely. Was able to help me retrieve a JBA. Very good lawyer, straight to the point.
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03 Dec, 2024 by Z' b
I would recommend.
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14 Nov, 2024 by Stephanie fripps
22 Jan, 2025 by Sierra saron
Worked with me on a very tiring case despite me not even being in the same state as him. He answered questions and concerns promptly and precisely. Was able to help me retrieve a JBA. Very good lawyer, straight to the point.
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03 Dec, 2024 by Z' b
I would recommend.
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14 Nov, 2024 by Stephanie fripps
22 Jan, 2025 by Sierra saron
Worked with me on a very tiring case despite me not even being in the same state as him. He answered questions and concerns promptly and precisely. Was able to help me retrieve a JBA. Very good lawyer, straight to the point.
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03 Dec, 2024 by Z' b
I would recommend.
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14 Nov, 2024 by Stephanie fripps
22 Jan, 2025 by Shad engelke
18 Dec, 2024 by Aj thomas
Best nursing home abuse attorneys in Philly. Helped my family after another firm turned us down. These specialist understand what we went through. Thank you Senior Justice - you all live up to the name!
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18 Dec, 2024 by Olugbenga oyinsan
Great set of lawyers. Very professional, looking out for your best interest. Will recommend them any day 👍🏽
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02 Mar, 2025 by C.j.
Anthony made the whole process very easy , also his team kept me up to date on the progress of my case . they did everything with e-mails and doc u sign which made things move fast and smooth ! Jennifer was my main contact person and did a great job ! Thanks again !
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28 Feb, 2025 by Mike
Very professional from beginning to end. Anthony and his staff are great at answering any and all questions/concerns as well as returning calls/emails in a timely manner. Will recommend his services to all family and friends if they are ever in need. Overall A+ experience start to finish.
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28 Feb, 2025 by Seinna santiago
Anthony is a compassionate and empathic individual. At the end every conversation, I felt heard and understood. He has represented me twice now and I couldn't be more happy with the results. He insured I received the best care in my area and that I was compensated fairly. I would recommend his services to any of my friends and love ones.
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02 Mar, 2025 by C.j.
Anthony made the whole process very easy , also his team kept me up to date on the progress of my case . they did everything with e-mails and doc u sign which made things move fast and smooth ! Jennifer was my main contact person and did a great job ! Thanks again !
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28 Feb, 2025 by Mike
Very professional from beginning to end. Anthony and his staff are great at answering any and all questions/concerns as well as returning calls/emails in a timely manner. Will recommend his services to all family and friends if they are ever in need. Overall A+ experience start to finish.
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28 Feb, 2025 by Seinna santiago
Anthony is a compassionate and empathic individual. At the end every conversation, I felt heard and understood. He has represented me twice now and I couldn't be more happy with the results. He insured I received the best care in my area and that I was compensated fairly. I would recommend his services to any of my friends and love ones.
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02 Mar, 2025 by C.j.
Anthony made the whole process very easy , also his team kept me up to date on the progress of my case . they did everything with e-mails and doc u sign which made things move fast and smooth ! Jennifer was my main contact person and did a great job ! Thanks again !
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28 Feb, 2025 by Mike
Very professional from beginning to end. Anthony and his staff are great at answering any and all questions/concerns as well as returning calls/emails in a timely manner. Will recommend his services to all family and friends if they are ever in need. Overall A+ experience start to finish.
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28 Feb, 2025 by Seinna santiago
Anthony is a compassionate and empathic individual. At the end every conversation, I felt heard and understood. He has represented me twice now and I couldn't be more happy with the results. He insured I received the best care in my area and that I was compensated fairly. I would recommend his services to any of my friends and love ones.
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17 Feb, 2025 by P y
John and his team worked on my MVA, and they were excellent. They kept me informed, answered all my questions, and worked hard to get me a fair settlement. I highly recommend them for anyone needing help with an MVA case.
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23 Jan, 2025 by Carson deyo
Mr. Garibian and his team are true professionals. I had a previous employer contract come back to haunt me and needed some help. Mr. Garibian represented me for over a year of negotiations with my previous employer. His communication with me was phenomenal, spoke on the phone when I needed, emailed back right away, and I always knew what was going on. I have an old co worker who may need some legal representation as well and they already have this teams information if they need it. Mr. Garibian took a lot of stress off my back.
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09 Nov, 2024 by Rose johnson
I really don't have the words to properly express to my dedicated & relentless law firm. My lawyers worked hard & tireless to get justice, fair & equal treatment for me in my accident case of 2019. The accident left me totally permanently disabled. I ended up with a total of 14 major injuries in my body.
I was totally disrespected by all levels including law enforcement in the area where the accident took place. The attending officer didn't report the facts surrounding the airbag deployment in my transport. The ambulance service, didn't apply appropriate medical equipment like a neck support or a back brace, I had major injuries in the neck & spine as well as 7 other areas of the body. The hospital that I was taken to for treatment & care was a disaster. There was no licensed physician on duty in the entire emergency room. I was not checked out properly in a fully licensed emergency room at a fully accredited & licensed hospital in 2019, whoever heard of such poor treatment & care in a fully functional hospital.
My case was truly a very long hard & difficult case made so intentionally by workers comp claims adjuster & attorneys, only to be proven wrong by my attorneys that really knew how to professionally take All! of the right steps in the right order to prove my case.
Lowenthal & Abrams is a law firm of real attorneys that are strictly about getting justice & fair compensation for their clients, All! of their clients.
Thank you from the bottom of my heart.
Thanks to you guys, I really a a fair shot to get taken care of & have a great life in my remaining years.
Rose Johnson
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17 Feb, 2025 by P y
John and his team worked on my MVA, and they were excellent. They kept me informed, answered all my questions, and worked hard to get me a fair settlement. I highly recommend them for anyone needing help with an MVA case.
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23 Jan, 2025 by Carson deyo
Mr. Garibian and his team are true professionals. I had a previous employer contract come back to haunt me and needed some help. Mr. Garibian represented me for over a year of negotiations with my previous employer. His communication with me was phenomenal, spoke on the phone when I needed, emailed back right away, and I always knew what was going on. I have an old co worker who may need some legal representation as well and they already have this teams information if they need it. Mr. Garibian took a lot of stress off my back.
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09 Nov, 2024 by Rose johnson
I really don't have the words to properly express to my dedicated & relentless law firm. My lawyers worked hard & tireless to get justice, fair & equal treatment for me in my accident case of 2019. The accident left me totally permanently disabled. I ended up with a total of 14 major injuries in my body.
I was totally disrespected by all levels including law enforcement in the area where the accident took place. The attending officer didn't report the facts surrounding the airbag deployment in my transport. The ambulance service, didn't apply appropriate medical equipment like a neck support or a back brace, I had major injuries in the neck & spine as well as 7 other areas of the body. The hospital that I was taken to for treatment & care was a disaster. There was no licensed physician on duty in the entire emergency room. I was not checked out properly in a fully licensed emergency room at a fully accredited & licensed hospital in 2019, whoever heard of such poor treatment & care in a fully functional hospital.
My case was truly a very long hard & difficult case made so intentionally by workers comp claims adjuster & attorneys, only to be proven wrong by my attorneys that really knew how to professionally take All! of the right steps in the right order to prove my case.
Lowenthal & Abrams is a law firm of real attorneys that are strictly about getting justice & fair compensation for their clients, All! of their clients.
Thank you from the bottom of my heart.
Thanks to you guys, I really a a fair shot to get taken care of & have a great life in my remaining years.
Rose Johnson
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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.
