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18 Dec, 2024 by Kevin stoner
McGrath McCall handled the closing for our recently purchased home. They were extremely professional. Working with Kelly Hayden made everything seamless and easy. While I will not be purchasing a home again any time soon, I will certainly consider them as my first choice for any title and closing needs.
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12 Nov, 2024 by Lw automotive
Was charged over $13k in lawyer fees and asked for a break down of what I was charged for and they told me they do not have to share the information. This is not how you do business
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08 Oct, 2024 by Jon b
Awful experience after being a client for many years, and I could not recommend them to anyone. I was charged over $1000 to end services for some simple trademark renewals. The attorney of record changes had already been made, meaning there was practically nothing left to do. If your business needs patent or trademark services, I would avoid Metz and find more personal services elsewhere.
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18 Dec, 2024 by Kevin stoner
McGrath McCall handled the closing for our recently purchased home. They were extremely professional. Working with Kelly Hayden made everything seamless and easy. While I will not be purchasing a home again any time soon, I will certainly consider them as my first choice for any title and closing needs.
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12 Nov, 2024 by Lw automotive
Was charged over $13k in lawyer fees and asked for a break down of what I was charged for and they told me they do not have to share the information. This is not how you do business
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08 Oct, 2024 by Jon b
Awful experience after being a client for many years, and I could not recommend them to anyone. I was charged over $1000 to end services for some simple trademark renewals. The attorney of record changes had already been made, meaning there was practically nothing left to do. If your business needs patent or trademark services, I would avoid Metz and find more personal services elsewhere.
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08 Oct, 2024 by Jon b
Awful experience after being a client for many years, and I could not recommend them to anyone. I was charged over $1000 to end services for some simple trademark renewals. The attorney of record changes had already been made, meaning there was practically nothing left to do. If your business needs patent or trademark services, I would avoid Metz and find more personal services elsewhere.
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14 Mar, 2024 by Tammy valero
19 Jan, 2024 by Guy berkebile
Great, honest law firm. I use them for my business and have had great experiences and successes with them.
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08 Oct, 2024 by Jon b
Awful experience after being a client for many years, and I could not recommend them to anyone. I was charged over $1000 to end services for some simple trademark renewals. The attorney of record changes had already been made, meaning there was practically nothing left to do. If your business needs patent or trademark services, I would avoid Metz and find more personal services elsewhere.
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14 Mar, 2024 by Tammy valero
19 Jan, 2024 by Guy berkebile
Great, honest law firm. I use them for my business and have had great experiences and successes with them.
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08 Oct, 2024 by Jon b
Awful experience after being a client for many years, and I could not recommend them to anyone. I was charged over $1000 to end services for some simple trademark renewals. The attorney of record changes had already been made, meaning there was practically nothing left to do. If your business needs patent or trademark services, I would avoid Metz and find more personal services elsewhere.
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14 Mar, 2024 by Tammy valero
19 Jan, 2024 by Guy berkebile
Great, honest law firm. I use them for my business and have had great experiences and successes with them.
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08 Oct, 2024 by Jon b
Awful experience after being a client for many years, and I could not recommend them to anyone. I was charged over $1000 to end services for some simple trademark renewals. The attorney of record changes had already been made, meaning there was practically nothing left to do. If your business needs patent or trademark services, I would avoid Metz and find more personal services elsewhere.
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14 Mar, 2024 by Tammy valero
19 Jan, 2024 by Guy berkebile
Great, honest law firm. I use them for my business and have had great experiences and successes with them.
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21 Jul, 2022 by Umesh rao
Mr. Alex Castrodale and his team are simply the best. They are always available and responsive. They give you solid advice and did all my legal paperwork diligently, never had to do it twice. I recommend this law firm and Mr Castrodale very highly.
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01 Oct, 2021 by Denys fedorchenko
I was recommended the firm by my educational institution since, they had several successful cases with them. I had a chance to work with Alex Castradale one of the attorney who represents Immigration field. Alex, is extremely professional and knowledgeable attorney. He was always quick in response, and always was able to find a time for a call and communication. He was able to answer all of my questions, and provide a valuable advise on the case. It was a pleasure to work with him, highly recommend!
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30 Jan, 2021 by Sheina s
Extremely unprofessional and unqualified in handling legal matters; I had a better idea myself on how to draft my application. The firm included both supporting and contradicting materials in my application and the final application was poor, contradicting and carelessly crafted.
Never available for any questions or queries. The entire experience was draining, negative and of being left out in the cold. I wish I had chosen wisely and saved $$$$$.
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21 Jul, 2022 by Umesh rao
Mr. Alex Castrodale and his team are simply the best. They are always available and responsive. They give you solid advice and did all my legal paperwork diligently, never had to do it twice. I recommend this law firm and Mr Castrodale very highly.
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01 Oct, 2021 by Denys fedorchenko
I was recommended the firm by my educational institution since, they had several successful cases with them. I had a chance to work with Alex Castradale one of the attorney who represents Immigration field. Alex, is extremely professional and knowledgeable attorney. He was always quick in response, and always was able to find a time for a call and communication. He was able to answer all of my questions, and provide a valuable advise on the case. It was a pleasure to work with him, highly recommend!
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30 Jan, 2021 by Sheina s
Extremely unprofessional and unqualified in handling legal matters; I had a better idea myself on how to draft my application. The firm included both supporting and contradicting materials in my application and the final application was poor, contradicting and carelessly crafted.
Never available for any questions or queries. The entire experience was draining, negative and of being left out in the cold. I wish I had chosen wisely and saved $$$$$.
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21 Jul, 2022 by Umesh rao
Mr. Alex Castrodale and his team are simply the best. They are always available and responsive. They give you solid advice and did all my legal paperwork diligently, never had to do it twice. I recommend this law firm and Mr Castrodale very highly.
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01 Oct, 2021 by Denys fedorchenko
I was recommended the firm by my educational institution since, they had several successful cases with them. I had a chance to work with Alex Castradale one of the attorney who represents Immigration field. Alex, is extremely professional and knowledgeable attorney. He was always quick in response, and always was able to find a time for a call and communication. He was able to answer all of my questions, and provide a valuable advise on the case. It was a pleasure to work with him, highly recommend!
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30 Jan, 2021 by Sheina s
Extremely unprofessional and unqualified in handling legal matters; I had a better idea myself on how to draft my application. The firm included both supporting and contradicting materials in my application and the final application was poor, contradicting and carelessly crafted.
Never available for any questions or queries. The entire experience was draining, negative and of being left out in the cold. I wish I had chosen wisely and saved $$$$$.
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21 Jul, 2022 by Umesh rao
Mr. Alex Castrodale and his team are simply the best. They are always available and responsive. They give you solid advice and did all my legal paperwork diligently, never had to do it twice. I recommend this law firm and Mr Castrodale very highly.
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01 Oct, 2021 by Denys fedorchenko
I was recommended the firm by my educational institution since, they had several successful cases with them. I had a chance to work with Alex Castradale one of the attorney who represents Immigration field. Alex, is extremely professional and knowledgeable attorney. He was always quick in response, and always was able to find a time for a call and communication. He was able to answer all of my questions, and provide a valuable advise on the case. It was a pleasure to work with him, highly recommend!
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30 Jan, 2021 by Sheina s
Extremely unprofessional and unqualified in handling legal matters; I had a better idea myself on how to draft my application. The firm included both supporting and contradicting materials in my application and the final application was poor, contradicting and carelessly crafted.
Never available for any questions or queries. The entire experience was draining, negative and of being left out in the cold. I wish I had chosen wisely and saved $$$$$.
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14 Jan, 2025 by Do not call list
Elizabeth Molnar advised me to address my criminal case by initiating a PFA case. I spent $$$ for a paragraph and sat an entire day in court to submit it. They appeared with me on the scheduled hearing date, knowing it would be postponed, and charged me another $$$.
She told me I needed to hire a criminal lawyer 2 days before my case because they didnât have one to send, that was another $$$$. But that firm showed up, exceeded the desired expectations THIS firm requested to win the PFA, and did it with one court visit that lasted 30 minutes.
The PFA hearing was postponed again, another full day in court, then wasnât given clear billing expectations moving forward. She handed off the case to Meghan Zupanic. An emergency arises, thereâs a PFA violation, Elizabeth was on vacation, Meghan took 2 days to respond, the lack of action resulted in a PFA being filed against me.
Told them I planned to change firms, Elizabeth offered me a lower flat fee, promised to address my concerns about lack of urgency or communication, I paid them another $$$$. They made no effort to communicate or keep me informed, likely because they werenât doing anything to prepare or ensure the desired outcome for the cases.
I did the investigative research that Elizabeth suggested, said she would do, and then didnât. I researched claims and accusations, pointed out lyes, and provided evidential proofs that could be used in my case. Meghan was so ill prepared for the case that the judge was genuinely frustrated. While my character was being ripped to shreds, the JUDGE asked why she wasnât objecting. She had dates wrong, hadnât reviewed crucial parts of the case. The conclusion? Another full day in court. My case for the PFA violation was dismissed and a Temp PFA was granted against me.
They have negated any validation I had of being a victim from the criminal trial. I relived all my trauma to provide them the resources to protect me from being fearful of them ever happening again. He got to walk away smiling, calling himself the victim, while I have to live with the perpetual fear of being arrested if he sees me somewhere.
While I hate to leave such a terrible review, its impact will pale in comparison to how their terrible service has impacted me. They refused to provide me any billing details. They couldnât speak to a single reason or cause for their negligence other than blaming the JUDGE. They dwindled the possibility of a partial refund so I could seek new counsel, they suggested they would take action to try and remedy part of the outcome, but what they really did was just exhaust any legal window I had for recourse.
The negligence, the lack of professionalism, lack of accountability, blame shifting, failure to honor the terms of the retention contract that was signed, is all just absolutely appalling. As theyâve made zero effort to remedy any of this, and have in fact made it worse, I will be filing complaints with all the necessary legal entities. I implore anyone seeking genuine help to look elsewhere.
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10 Jan, 2025 by Annie miller
Ana Lisa Petrella is an extremely efficient, compassionate, and knowledgeable attorney. She got me through the very important process of dealing with child support successfully. Will you be charged for phone calls and emails? Of course. But her rates are reasonable and her experience is extensive, so she will not waste your time, or hers for that matter. When you reach out, she responds within the day, sometimes the hour if you catch her between hearings. She is a warm soul that clearly wants to help her clients get what they deserve. As a woman, I wanted a woman representing me through this process. She gave me the confidence to ask for what I needed, and to not give in to my natural instincts to roll over. I'm so grateful to the person who recommended Ana Lisa to me, and now I'm paying it forward to whoever reads this. Do yourself a favor, just call her.
Her office, paralegals, and admins also deserve high praise. They keep you apprised of everything from billing, deadlines, and correspondence about your case. You'll get itemized statements monthly so there are no surprises. Let's face it, if you're seeking a lawyer, you are already stressed- Ana Lisa and her team relieve as much of that pressure as you let them. Just let them. :)
Thank you, Ana Lisa and GRB Law, for a seamless process in my case.
Annie
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09 Jan, 2025 by Melinda wedde
Highly recommend Morgan Bonekovic--kind, thoughtful, and responsive.
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14 Jan, 2025 by Do not call list
Elizabeth Molnar advised me to address my criminal case by initiating a PFA case. I spent $$$ for a paragraph and sat an entire day in court to submit it. They appeared with me on the scheduled hearing date, knowing it would be postponed, and charged me another $$$.
She told me I needed to hire a criminal lawyer 2 days before my case because they didnât have one to send, that was another $$$$. But that firm showed up, exceeded the desired expectations THIS firm requested to win the PFA, and did it with one court visit that lasted 30 minutes.
The PFA hearing was postponed again, another full day in court, then wasnât given clear billing expectations moving forward. She handed off the case to Meghan Zupanic. An emergency arises, thereâs a PFA violation, Elizabeth was on vacation, Meghan took 2 days to respond, the lack of action resulted in a PFA being filed against me.
Told them I planned to change firms, Elizabeth offered me a lower flat fee, promised to address my concerns about lack of urgency or communication, I paid them another $$$$. They made no effort to communicate or keep me informed, likely because they werenât doing anything to prepare or ensure the desired outcome for the cases.
I did the investigative research that Elizabeth suggested, said she would do, and then didnât. I researched claims and accusations, pointed out lyes, and provided evidential proofs that could be used in my case. Meghan was so ill prepared for the case that the judge was genuinely frustrated. While my character was being ripped to shreds, the JUDGE asked why she wasnât objecting. She had dates wrong, hadnât reviewed crucial parts of the case. The conclusion? Another full day in court. My case for the PFA violation was dismissed and a Temp PFA was granted against me.
They have negated any validation I had of being a victim from the criminal trial. I relived all my trauma to provide them the resources to protect me from being fearful of them ever happening again. He got to walk away smiling, calling himself the victim, while I have to live with the perpetual fear of being arrested if he sees me somewhere.
While I hate to leave such a terrible review, its impact will pale in comparison to how their terrible service has impacted me. They refused to provide me any billing details. They couldnât speak to a single reason or cause for their negligence other than blaming the JUDGE. They dwindled the possibility of a partial refund so I could seek new counsel, they suggested they would take action to try and remedy part of the outcome, but what they really did was just exhaust any legal window I had for recourse.
The negligence, the lack of professionalism, lack of accountability, blame shifting, failure to honor the terms of the retention contract that was signed, is all just absolutely appalling. As theyâve made zero effort to remedy any of this, and have in fact made it worse, I will be filing complaints with all the necessary legal entities. I implore anyone seeking genuine help to look elsewhere.
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10 Jan, 2025 by Annie miller
Ana Lisa Petrella is an extremely efficient, compassionate, and knowledgeable attorney. She got me through the very important process of dealing with child support successfully. Will you be charged for phone calls and emails? Of course. But her rates are reasonable and her experience is extensive, so she will not waste your time, or hers for that matter. When you reach out, she responds within the day, sometimes the hour if you catch her between hearings. She is a warm soul that clearly wants to help her clients get what they deserve. As a woman, I wanted a woman representing me through this process. She gave me the confidence to ask for what I needed, and to not give in to my natural instincts to roll over. I'm so grateful to the person who recommended Ana Lisa to me, and now I'm paying it forward to whoever reads this. Do yourself a favor, just call her.
Her office, paralegals, and admins also deserve high praise. They keep you apprised of everything from billing, deadlines, and correspondence about your case. You'll get itemized statements monthly so there are no surprises. Let's face it, if you're seeking a lawyer, you are already stressed- Ana Lisa and her team relieve as much of that pressure as you let them. Just let them. :)
Thank you, Ana Lisa and GRB Law, for a seamless process in my case.
Annie
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09 Jan, 2025 by Melinda wedde
Highly recommend Morgan Bonekovic--kind, thoughtful, and responsive.
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29 Jan, 2025 by Naveen koka
I sincerely Thank Valerie May, Kent May, Elizabeth and Amy who worked on my case, provided valuable inputs, helped me to build a strong case for EB1A and EB2 NIW.
With their guidance and help I was able to get much needed approvals to speed up my AOS application. I am very happy with their service and communication.
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13 Jan, 2024 by Karim elhaidari
Effective communication, professional service and real results. Thank you to the May Law Group staff for the help. I truly recommend this office.
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28 Nov, 2023 by Suelen facchini
Me and my husband decided to hire another office to do the Expedite Package for us, so we were able to send it right after we spoke with this office. Within exactly 7 days, we received an approval. Not thanks to this office.
As per all the information they gave, we should be still waiting once we are on "time" for immigration time processing. And i believe it is really just being lazy!
We contacted many other offices, and all of them provided us with completely different information for everything that May Law Office.
At first, we decided to hire them because Leslie, who we were informed doesn't work at May Law Group anymore, was very attentive, answering our questions and making us feel very secure about the process.
Perhaps after that, our experience was 0 supportive. Any time we called, and most likely were NOT able to talk to someone over the phone to know how the process was going, were told we had to send emails. We wanted to know if we could do anything else to make it faster, even though we knew May Law had just hired for the first step of the process. Money wasn't the problem, we could pay for something else if needed, but again, all the information given to us was nothing according to what we were looking for online and from other offices. Were always said nothing we could do, the expedited package was most likely to be rejected, best, was to wait.
Not to mention that the attention to detail while originally filling out the forms was not there. We still saw some details that needed to be corrected.
I just would like to state how unsatisfied with this office we are.
DO NOT HIRE THEM! Have many many options out there that are much better!w Group LLC
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10 Jun, 2024 by Clearbluwater
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29 Jan, 2025 by Naveen koka
I sincerely Thank Valerie May, Kent May, Elizabeth and Amy who worked on my case, provided valuable inputs, helped me to build a strong case for EB1A and EB2 NIW.
With their guidance and help I was able to get much needed approvals to speed up my AOS application. I am very happy with their service and communication.
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27 Nov, 2024 by Paul carter
Highly dissatisfied in dealing with these jokers and would recommend looking elsewhere for sure
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13 Oct, 2024 by Clean perks
Ahit place
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29 Jan, 2025 by Naveen koka
I sincerely Thank Valerie May, Kent May, Elizabeth and Amy who worked on my case, provided valuable inputs, helped me to build a strong case for EB1A and EB2 NIW.
With their guidance and help I was able to get much needed approvals to speed up my AOS application. I am very happy with their service and communication.
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27 Nov, 2024 by Paul carter
Highly dissatisfied in dealing with these jokers and would recommend looking elsewhere for sure
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13 Oct, 2024 by Clean perks
Ahit place
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01 Sep, 2024 by Jamie seigworth
Heâll straight take your money and run. Itâs funny. I left a review years ago about it but it has since disappeared. This dude is a huge piece of work. He literally took our money and went back to Pittsburgh and removed himself from the case. What a creep! These â5â star reviews are paid. I would put money on it.
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27 Aug, 2024 by Hakan uluturk
Blaine Jones and his staff are very knowledgeable and proficient at their craft. Blaine himself is very personable and sincere. He has a way of analyzing complex situations and charting out the optimal path. I sincerely recommend Blaine Jones Law to anyone in need of legal counsel.
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18 Aug, 2024 by Sbi
Excellent
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01 Sep, 2024 by Jamie seigworth
Heâll straight take your money and run. Itâs funny. I left a review years ago about it but it has since disappeared. This dude is a huge piece of work. He literally took our money and went back to Pittsburgh and removed himself from the case. What a creep! These â5â star reviews are paid. I would put money on it.
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27 Aug, 2024 by Hakan uluturk
Blaine Jones and his staff are very knowledgeable and proficient at their craft. Blaine himself is very personable and sincere. He has a way of analyzing complex situations and charting out the optimal path. I sincerely recommend Blaine Jones Law to anyone in need of legal counsel.
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18 Aug, 2024 by Sbi
Excellent
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01 Sep, 2024 by Jamie seigworth
Heâll straight take your money and run. Itâs funny. I left a review years ago about it but it has since disappeared. This dude is a huge piece of work. He literally took our money and went back to Pittsburgh and removed himself from the case. What a creep! These â5â star reviews are paid. I would put money on it.
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27 Aug, 2024 by Hakan uluturk
Blaine Jones and his staff are very knowledgeable and proficient at their craft. Blaine himself is very personable and sincere. He has a way of analyzing complex situations and charting out the optimal path. I sincerely recommend Blaine Jones Law to anyone in need of legal counsel.
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18 Aug, 2024 by Sbi
Excellent
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01 Sep, 2024 by Jamie seigworth
Heâll straight take your money and run. Itâs funny. I left a review years ago about it but it has since disappeared. This dude is a huge piece of work. He literally took our money and went back to Pittsburgh and removed himself from the case. What a creep! These â5â star reviews are paid. I would put money on it.
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27 Aug, 2024 by Hakan uluturk
Blaine Jones and his staff are very knowledgeable and proficient at their craft. Blaine himself is very personable and sincere. He has a way of analyzing complex situations and charting out the optimal path. I sincerely recommend Blaine Jones Law to anyone in need of legal counsel.
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18 Aug, 2024 by Sbi
Excellent
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01 Sep, 2024 by Jamie seigworth
Heâll straight take your money and run. Itâs funny. I left a review years ago about it but it has since disappeared. This dude is a huge piece of work. He literally took our money and went back to Pittsburgh and removed himself from the case. What a creep! These â5â star reviews are paid. I would put money on it.
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27 Aug, 2024 by Hakan uluturk
Blaine Jones and his staff are very knowledgeable and proficient at their craft. Blaine himself is very personable and sincere. He has a way of analyzing complex situations and charting out the optimal path. I sincerely recommend Blaine Jones Law to anyone in need of legal counsel.
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18 Aug, 2024 by Sbi
Excellent
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01 Sep, 2024 by Jamie seigworth
Heâll straight take your money and run. Itâs funny. I left a review years ago about it but it has since disappeared. This dude is a huge piece of work. He literally took our money and went back to Pittsburgh and removed himself from the case. What a creep! These â5â star reviews are paid. I would put money on it.
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27 Aug, 2024 by Hakan uluturk
Blaine Jones and his staff are very knowledgeable and proficient at their craft. Blaine himself is very personable and sincere. He has a way of analyzing complex situations and charting out the optimal path. I sincerely recommend Blaine Jones Law to anyone in need of legal counsel.
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18 Aug, 2024 by Sbi
Excellent
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26 Nov, 2023 by Rafi bienenstock
I've had the experience of using multiple immigration lawyers in the last few months. Joel was BY FAR the most efficient, honest, and effective I've encountered. I recommend him to anyone looking to be properly taken care of in the quickest and most cost efficient manner. I'd give 10 stars but Joel will have to settle for 5 đ
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19 Jun, 2023 by Gabriel cimarolli
Update Review #2
Absolute disregard for clients time and money, 4 years and Nothing done for divorce. The only thing Iâve found this firm responsible for is making sure their âBill gets delivered on time to our home in a timely fashionâ
I would give it less than one star, but I have to choose something.
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31 May, 2023 by Jake rickard
26 Nov, 2023 by Rafi bienenstock
I've had the experience of using multiple immigration lawyers in the last few months. Joel was BY FAR the most efficient, honest, and effective I've encountered. I recommend him to anyone looking to be properly taken care of in the quickest and most cost efficient manner. I'd give 10 stars but Joel will have to settle for 5 đ
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19 Jun, 2023 by Gabriel cimarolli
Update Review #2
Absolute disregard for clients time and money, 4 years and Nothing done for divorce. The only thing Iâve found this firm responsible for is making sure their âBill gets delivered on time to our home in a timely fashionâ
I would give it less than one star, but I have to choose something.
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31 May, 2023 by Jake rickard
26 Nov, 2023 by Rafi bienenstock
I've had the experience of using multiple immigration lawyers in the last few months. Joel was BY FAR the most efficient, honest, and effective I've encountered. I recommend him to anyone looking to be properly taken care of in the quickest and most cost efficient manner. I'd give 10 stars but Joel will have to settle for 5 đ
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19 Jun, 2023 by Gabriel cimarolli
Update Review #2
Absolute disregard for clients time and money, 4 years and Nothing done for divorce. The only thing Iâve found this firm responsible for is making sure their âBill gets delivered on time to our home in a timely fashionâ
I would give it less than one star, but I have to choose something.
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31 May, 2023 by Jake rickard
26 Nov, 2023 by Rafi bienenstock
I've had the experience of using multiple immigration lawyers in the last few months. Joel was BY FAR the most efficient, honest, and effective I've encountered. I recommend him to anyone looking to be properly taken care of in the quickest and most cost efficient manner. I'd give 10 stars but Joel will have to settle for 5 đ
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19 Jun, 2023 by Gabriel cimarolli
Update Review #2
Absolute disregard for clients time and money, 4 years and Nothing done for divorce. The only thing Iâve found this firm responsible for is making sure their âBill gets delivered on time to our home in a timely fashionâ
I would give it less than one star, but I have to choose something.
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31 May, 2023 by Jake rickard
26 Nov, 2023 by Rafi bienenstock
I've had the experience of using multiple immigration lawyers in the last few months. Joel was BY FAR the most efficient, honest, and effective I've encountered. I recommend him to anyone looking to be properly taken care of in the quickest and most cost efficient manner. I'd give 10 stars but Joel will have to settle for 5 đ
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19 Jun, 2023 by Gabriel cimarolli
Update Review #2
Absolute disregard for clients time and money, 4 years and Nothing done for divorce. The only thing Iâve found this firm responsible for is making sure their âBill gets delivered on time to our home in a timely fashionâ
I would give it less than one star, but I have to choose something.
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31 May, 2023 by Jake rickard
26 Nov, 2023 by Rafi bienenstock
I've had the experience of using multiple immigration lawyers in the last few months. Joel was BY FAR the most efficient, honest, and effective I've encountered. I recommend him to anyone looking to be properly taken care of in the quickest and most cost efficient manner. I'd give 10 stars but Joel will have to settle for 5 đ
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19 Jun, 2023 by Gabriel cimarolli
Update Review #2
Absolute disregard for clients time and money, 4 years and Nothing done for divorce. The only thing Iâve found this firm responsible for is making sure their âBill gets delivered on time to our home in a timely fashionâ
I would give it less than one star, but I have to choose something.
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31 May, 2023 by Jake rickard
26 Nov, 2023 by Rafi bienenstock
I've had the experience of using multiple immigration lawyers in the last few months. Joel was BY FAR the most efficient, honest, and effective I've encountered. I recommend him to anyone looking to be properly taken care of in the quickest and most cost efficient manner. I'd give 10 stars but Joel will have to settle for 5 đ
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19 Jun, 2023 by Gabriel cimarolli
Update Review #2
Absolute disregard for clients time and money, 4 years and Nothing done for divorce. The only thing Iâve found this firm responsible for is making sure their âBill gets delivered on time to our home in a timely fashionâ
I would give it less than one star, but I have to choose something.
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31 May, 2023 by Jake rickard
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- 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 lawyerâs 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 lawyerâs 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 attorneyâs 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 youâre 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 youâre 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 lawyerâs website or LinkedIn profile for information about their experience in real estate law and any relevant cases theyâve handled.
- Membership in professional organizations: Lawyers who are members of respected legal or real estate organizations, like the American Bar Associationâs 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.
