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Jeffrey G. Trepeck, experienced Real Estate attorney in Southfield, MI with 147 reviews
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16 Dec, 2024 by Karla campbell
I dealt with Dina and Judy was my attorney. They worked so hard and were very compassionate and personable. Judy worked to get me the best possible outcome with my lawsuit and I wouldnt have chose anyone else. I highly recommend to anyone looking for an attorney, especially medical negligence cases!
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14 Dec, 2024 by Benton richardson
I have years of experience with the attorneys and staff at Sommers Schwartz. Over that time, I have referred a number of people to attorneys at Sommers Schwartz. These referrals include friends and family, who I would trust to only Sommers Schwartz. Whenever I refer someone to attorney Matt Turner and his team at Sommers Schwartz, I tell them with confidence that they will diligently review their matter and tell them if they have a case. If they do not have a case, they explain exactly why they do not. Referrals that have become clients have had positive experiences. Referrals that did not have actionable cases were given a thorough explanation. Those referrals have told me that this allowed them get some closure. I can recommend them to you because I trust them to friends and family.
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14 Dec, 2024 by Mark
Lisa is my attorney at Sommer Schwartz, and is handling many issues across the battlefield. She is very prompt, professional, has her act together, and knows exactly what she is doing. She and her support staff have my highest confidence. Why go somewhere else when she invented the wheel?
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Frederick F. Butters, experienced Business, Consumer Protection attorney in Southfield, MI with 34 reviews
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15 Nov, 2024 by Lamiya laviolette
Mr. Carl Jordan was very good in my sister case and was very informative. She was looking at 11 months and she was released in 2 and a half months with his help. If you need a good Attorney, I recommend Mr. Jordan. Thank you again for everything!
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27 Jun, 2024 by Tyler lockhart
Mr. Carl Jordan was both patient and informative throughout the entire process. Was able to get me the best possible outcome in my case. HIRE CARL JORDAN!
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02 Mar, 2024 by Jamie rose
Honest to God I am so blessed to have stumbled upon this man, Carl Jordan! I had another attorney at first who advised me to just settle and take the first offer the prosecutor gave...I myself knew that something didn't feel right about my case and knew that I didn't want to just settle so after speaking with my husband we decided to look elsewhere and we found the one and only CARL JORDAN! Two court dates and one motion later and all charges dismissed! If you have any need for a criminal attorney he's not just the best choice in my opinion he's the one and only choice! Thanks Carl Jordan for making my life so much better! Well done 👏👏
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Mark A. Linton, experienced Business, Criminal Defense attorney in Southfield, MI with 282 reviews
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19 Feb, 2025 by Harsh narayankar
Amazing team
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07 Feb, 2025 by Brenda miller
Attorney Nesren Hamoud won my friends case! We needed help evicting my friends family member. She was up front on the cost and there were no additional charges. She said it was cut and dry and she was right. My friend felt such relief that her home was going back to normal. Attorney Nesren Hamoud is professional in court. But kind and compassionate during every phone call. We highly recommend her.
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23 Jan, 2025 by David villarreal
Law Office of Jeff Perlman I recommend to all, Very professional
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Marcello Luigi Pedini, experienced Real Estate attorney in Southfield, MI with 31 reviews
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26 Jul, 2024 by Margie stonehouse
Well. I hired a big name lawyer SB office when I got hit by a drunk driver in 2022. After wasting a year and a half and being told that it's a waste of time, I fired them and called Kepes & Wine. I should've went with them first! Not only did they go above and beyond. They kept me informed every step of the way. They worked solidly on my case. They had it wrapped up in less than a year! I am extremely grateful for the due diligence of this company! Sadly, Hadley Wine passed away, but Ronald Smith and Sherry picked it up like nothing skipped a beat! I will definitely call them again and forward their information without hesitation to anyone who needs help!! Thank you doesn't seem enough for what they accomplished!!
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26 Jul, 2024 by Tahiti foster
Kepes & Wine PC took my less than ideal case that was turned down by a large law firm. I had pre-existing injuries from a car accident a decade prior that accelerated after a recent crash. They were thorough, professional, and family oriented. I felt like Rob was my big brother during my deposition. Sherry is diligent and responds quickly even through email. Their firm suffered what must have amounted to a tremendous loss this year with the death of a beloved attorney that kept in contact with me durning the early part of my case. I didn't know it until several months later because in their professionalism, they kept the ball moving. I would 100% recommend this firm to represent people that I care about. They'll do their very best to fight for you to be treated fairly in a system that's not set up to be fair to you.
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06 Jun, 2024 by Sean mccormack
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Kiana Evelina Lee Franulic, experienced Criminal Defense, Family Law attorney in Southfield, MI with 12 reviews
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16 Apr, 2022 by Marcel
Buyer beware! Upon introduction I found Ms. Franulic and her staff to be quite professional and attentive. After paying her retainer and initiating my case their services immediately took a turn for the worst. Ms. Franulic and her staff quite often did not answer the phone during business hours, did not return voice messages, nor emails. After several calls and emails, I would get an annoyed response 1-2 weeks later from one of her staff members only to schedule a phone call with Ms. Franulic. At the scheduled appointment time there was no call from Ms. Franulic or her staff, and of course when I called the office there was no answer, again all during business hours. I also discovered that Ms. Franulic’s lack of professionalism extended to the opposing attorney. Often, documents arrived beyond the requested time, if they arrived at all, and Ms. Franulic and or her staff were lackluster in responding to emails and calls from the opposing attorney. I made several unresponsive attempts to remediate my concerns with Ms. Franulic. I am not writing this to speak to Ms. Franulic’s knowledge and or legal skill, this is specifically about her lack of professionalism and communication which is equally important when paying for services. I would not recommend her to anyone.
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16 Feb, 2022 by Anonymous
Retained this attorney after being referred by a family friend who’s also an attorney. She seemed sincere and knowledgeable initially but things fell apart fairly quickly. Communication was pretty non-existent. She didn’t respond to the courts on time for any motion. She was late to court and even no-showed twice. The day of a friend of the court hearing she was 3 hours late because she went to her own doctors appointment due to her being pregnant and I had no clue. She did not perform any discovery on my ex-husband which led me to getting absolutely nothing out of my divorce. She never answered her phone or returned calls. Then after months of terrible service she tried to quit right before my divorce was final and told me I owed her money but she never even sent me a bill, invoice, nothing. I refused to sign off on her quitting. I never saw or her from her again. Her assistant met me and had me sign my divorce decree documents in Walmart parking lot. I never received my divorce documents to this day 4 years later.
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31 Mar, 2021 by Derrick
I would recommend K.F Legal, If you are dealing with any kind of felonies they should be your first call. They make the impossible, possible. They are probably the best felony lawyers in town and they went above and beyond for the cost. Make them your first call.
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Bernadette Maria Castro, experienced Business, Criminal Defense attorney in Southfield, MI with 11 reviews
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29 Jul, 2023 by David kreucher
Bernadene Trout is one of the best Lawyers in town!
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18 Jul, 2023 by Tonya watson
I hired Bernadine Trout in 2019 regarding an auto accident. She said she prayed and decided to take my case. But she didn't tell me or explain to me that it would-be a single party case. This apparently meant that she would not deal at all with my Progressive Auto Insurance. In 2020 I was notified that my case was closed because the other party did not hear from my attorney. I contacted Ms. Trout and she said she would contact them. I was no longer able to continue physical or mental therapy. I also contacted Progressive Auto and they told me that since I had obtained an attorney they would have to speak with my attorney. I called Ms. Trout and informed her what my insurance told me and she said that she would call them. Ms Trout never contacted my insurance resulting in in loosing thousands of dollars that could of been used for my therapy and personal care. The deadline to file my law suit in court was in August 2021. Ms. Trout filed my lawsuit approximately June 2021 . She had me calling her repeatedly and worrying. I was in distress. She lied to me and cause me more emotional trauma. I terminated Ms. Trout. I do not recommend for anyone. She deserves negative stars
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14 Aug, 2022 by Misty e. cooper
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Laura Lynne McLeod, experienced Criminal Defense, Insurance attorney in Southfield, MI with 26 reviews
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28 Sep, 2024 by Cmw cmw
I love this lady she represented my boyfriend now husband and did a wonderful wonderful job. I will always be grateful to her.
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14 Jul, 2024 by Kbdacapo capo
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26 May, 2024 by James compton
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Jason P. Seaver, experienced Real Estate attorney in Southfield, MI with 56 reviews
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22 Feb, 2025 by Anthony karana
I can't recommend Big League enough! After my car accident, they handled everything seamlessly, ensuring I got the compensation I deserved. Alex's compassion made a stressful situation so much easier, and he truly fought for the best outcome. If you're looking for a lawyer who genuinely cares about you, Alex is the guy to call!
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04 Feb, 2025 by Vincent choulagh
Alex is professional to work with, highly skilled, and very responsive. I would recommend Alex to anyone!
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03 Feb, 2025 by J carzon
He was very professional and answered all my questions in a timely manner
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Tyron S. Rucker, experienced Criminal Defense, Real Estate attorney in Southfield, MI with 33 reviews
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15 Jun, 2023 by Chell davis
Not taking new clients ,is what I was told
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22 May, 2023 by Neshawnda walker
Excellent attorney. Very professional and empathetic.
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10 May, 2023 by Ray “rex” jones
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Thomas William Biggers, experienced Business, Elder Law attorney in Southfield, MI with 8 reviews
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21 Aug, 2021 by Chad garrison
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04 Jul, 2021 by Joe frisella
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17 Feb, 2020 by Almond lee
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Eric S. Endelman, experienced Real Estate attorney in Southfield, MI with 29 reviews
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19 Jul, 2024 by Aaron miller
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09 Feb, 2024 by Lahib desha
Please do your research before hiring an immigration lawyer! We decided to reach out to Taft Law regarding an E2 business visa. We were told during our consultation that it would be around $6-8000. We talked it over and decided to go with them. We had a few more questions about the process in the next following days and we had told them we were going to go through with it and pay a retainer. After the first initial email we got from them me and my wife decided that we were no longer interested in pursuing that visa. Not because of the law firm but we decided that it was too risky of business for us and decided not to proceed. I sent them an email saying I was sorry and no longer wanted to proceed and apologized for wasting there time and that I was going to pay them for there time they had spent on our file. We had a 45 min consultation, a 15 min phone call followed by a 20 minute phone call. We had no idea that every second of each phone call was being billed out at $480/hour. Long story short they charged us $1740 for a Zoom Consultation, 2 phone calls and an email. And they said that price included things that they didn’t charge for as well, as if they were giving us a break at that price. I feel like they threw the charges at us only because we were no longer working with them. They quoted us 6-8k for the visa and they did about 5% of the work and billed us $1740? Something doesn’t add up. Unfair billing practices! I don’t expect them to work for FREE but $1740 for an email, 2 phone calls and a consultation is ridiculous. I would highly suggest you go elsewhere where they are more transparent with their prices. We are out the $1740 but it’s probably best as there quote of 6-8k would probably end up being 10-14k.
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Alicia S. Schehr, experienced Insurance, Real Estate attorney in Southfield, MI with 29 reviews
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19 Jul, 2024 by Aaron miller
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09 Feb, 2024 by Lahib desha
Please do your research before hiring an immigration lawyer! We decided to reach out to Taft Law regarding an E2 business visa. We were told during our consultation that it would be around $6-8000. We talked it over and decided to go with them. We had a few more questions about the process in the next following days and we had told them we were going to go through with it and pay a retainer. After the first initial email we got from them me and my wife decided that we were no longer interested in pursuing that visa. Not because of the law firm but we decided that it was too risky of business for us and decided not to proceed. I sent them an email saying I was sorry and no longer wanted to proceed and apologized for wasting there time and that I was going to pay them for there time they had spent on our file. We had a 45 min consultation, a 15 min phone call followed by a 20 minute phone call. We had no idea that every second of each phone call was being billed out at $480/hour. Long story short they charged us $1740 for a Zoom Consultation, 2 phone calls and an email. And they said that price included things that they didn’t charge for as well, as if they were giving us a break at that price. I feel like they threw the charges at us only because we were no longer working with them. They quoted us 6-8k for the visa and they did about 5% of the work and billed us $1740? Something doesn’t add up. Unfair billing practices! I don’t expect them to work for FREE but $1740 for an email, 2 phone calls and a consultation is ridiculous. I would highly suggest you go elsewhere where they are more transparent with their prices. We are out the $1740 but it’s probably best as there quote of 6-8k would probably end up being 10-14k.
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Brian S. Raznick, experienced Business, Estate Planning attorney in Southfield, MI with 29 reviews
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19 Jul, 2024 by Aaron miller
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09 Feb, 2024 by Lahib desha
Please do your research before hiring an immigration lawyer! We decided to reach out to Taft Law regarding an E2 business visa. We were told during our consultation that it would be around $6-8000. We talked it over and decided to go with them. We had a few more questions about the process in the next following days and we had told them we were going to go through with it and pay a retainer. After the first initial email we got from them me and my wife decided that we were no longer interested in pursuing that visa. Not because of the law firm but we decided that it was too risky of business for us and decided not to proceed. I sent them an email saying I was sorry and no longer wanted to proceed and apologized for wasting there time and that I was going to pay them for there time they had spent on our file. We had a 45 min consultation, a 15 min phone call followed by a 20 minute phone call. We had no idea that every second of each phone call was being billed out at $480/hour. Long story short they charged us $1740 for a Zoom Consultation, 2 phone calls and an email. And they said that price included things that they didn’t charge for as well, as if they were giving us a break at that price. I feel like they threw the charges at us only because we were no longer working with them. They quoted us 6-8k for the visa and they did about 5% of the work and billed us $1740? Something doesn’t add up. Unfair billing practices! I don’t expect them to work for FREE but $1740 for an email, 2 phone calls and a consultation is ridiculous. I would highly suggest you go elsewhere where they are more transparent with their prices. We are out the $1740 but it’s probably best as there quote of 6-8k would probably end up being 10-14k.
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Leonard R. Brice III, experienced Real Estate, Tax attorney in Southfield, MI with 29 reviews
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19 Jul, 2024 by Aaron miller
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09 Feb, 2024 by Lahib desha
Please do your research before hiring an immigration lawyer! We decided to reach out to Taft Law regarding an E2 business visa. We were told during our consultation that it would be around $6-8000. We talked it over and decided to go with them. We had a few more questions about the process in the next following days and we had told them we were going to go through with it and pay a retainer. After the first initial email we got from them me and my wife decided that we were no longer interested in pursuing that visa. Not because of the law firm but we decided that it was too risky of business for us and decided not to proceed. I sent them an email saying I was sorry and no longer wanted to proceed and apologized for wasting there time and that I was going to pay them for there time they had spent on our file. We had a 45 min consultation, a 15 min phone call followed by a 20 minute phone call. We had no idea that every second of each phone call was being billed out at $480/hour. Long story short they charged us $1740 for a Zoom Consultation, 2 phone calls and an email. And they said that price included things that they didn’t charge for as well, as if they were giving us a break at that price. I feel like they threw the charges at us only because we were no longer working with them. They quoted us 6-8k for the visa and they did about 5% of the work and billed us $1740? Something doesn’t add up. Unfair billing practices! I don’t expect them to work for FREE but $1740 for an email, 2 phone calls and a consultation is ridiculous. I would highly suggest you go elsewhere where they are more transparent with their prices. We are out the $1740 but it’s probably best as there quote of 6-8k would probably end up being 10-14k.
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Michelle C Harrell, experienced Lawsuit / Dispute, Litigation attorney in Southfield, MI with 29 reviews
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19 Jul, 2024 by Aaron miller
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09 Feb, 2024 by Lahib desha
Please do your research before hiring an immigration lawyer! We decided to reach out to Taft Law regarding an E2 business visa. We were told during our consultation that it would be around $6-8000. We talked it over and decided to go with them. We had a few more questions about the process in the next following days and we had told them we were going to go through with it and pay a retainer. After the first initial email we got from them me and my wife decided that we were no longer interested in pursuing that visa. Not because of the law firm but we decided that it was too risky of business for us and decided not to proceed. I sent them an email saying I was sorry and no longer wanted to proceed and apologized for wasting there time and that I was going to pay them for there time they had spent on our file. We had a 45 min consultation, a 15 min phone call followed by a 20 minute phone call. We had no idea that every second of each phone call was being billed out at $480/hour. Long story short they charged us $1740 for a Zoom Consultation, 2 phone calls and an email. And they said that price included things that they didn’t charge for as well, as if they were giving us a break at that price. I feel like they threw the charges at us only because we were no longer working with them. They quoted us 6-8k for the visa and they did about 5% of the work and billed us $1740? Something doesn’t add up. Unfair billing practices! I don’t expect them to work for FREE but $1740 for an email, 2 phone calls and a consultation is ridiculous. I would highly suggest you go elsewhere where they are more transparent with their prices. We are out the $1740 but it’s probably best as there quote of 6-8k would probably end up being 10-14k.
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Mark P. Krysinski, experienced Business, Real Estate attorney in Southfield, MI with 29 reviews
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09 Feb, 2024 by Lahib desha
Please do your research before hiring an immigration lawyer! We decided to reach out to Taft Law regarding an E2 business visa. We were told during our consultation that it would be around $6-8000. We talked it over and decided to go with them. We had a few more questions about the process in the next following days and we had told them we were going to go through with it and pay a retainer. After the first initial email we got from them me and my wife decided that we were no longer interested in pursuing that visa. Not because of the law firm but we decided that it was too risky of business for us and decided not to proceed. I sent them an email saying I was sorry and no longer wanted to proceed and apologized for wasting there time and that I was going to pay them for there time they had spent on our file. We had a 45 min consultation, a 15 min phone call followed by a 20 minute phone call. We had no idea that every second of each phone call was being billed out at $480/hour. Long story short they charged us $1740 for a Zoom Consultation, 2 phone calls and an email. And they said that price included things that they didn’t charge for as well, as if they were giving us a break at that price. I feel like they threw the charges at us only because we were no longer working with them. They quoted us 6-8k for the visa and they did about 5% of the work and billed us $1740? Something doesn’t add up. Unfair billing practices! I don’t expect them to work for FREE but $1740 for an email, 2 phone calls and a consultation is ridiculous. I would highly suggest you go elsewhere where they are more transparent with their prices. We are out the $1740 but it’s probably best as there quote of 6-8k would probably end up being 10-14k.
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Julie S. Heller, experienced Real Estate attorney in Southfield, MI with 29 reviews
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19 Jul, 2024 by Aaron miller
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09 Feb, 2024 by Lahib desha
Please do your research before hiring an immigration lawyer! We decided to reach out to Taft Law regarding an E2 business visa. We were told during our consultation that it would be around $6-8000. We talked it over and decided to go with them. We had a few more questions about the process in the next following days and we had told them we were going to go through with it and pay a retainer. After the first initial email we got from them me and my wife decided that we were no longer interested in pursuing that visa. Not because of the law firm but we decided that it was too risky of business for us and decided not to proceed. I sent them an email saying I was sorry and no longer wanted to proceed and apologized for wasting there time and that I was going to pay them for there time they had spent on our file. We had a 45 min consultation, a 15 min phone call followed by a 20 minute phone call. We had no idea that every second of each phone call was being billed out at $480/hour. Long story short they charged us $1740 for a Zoom Consultation, 2 phone calls and an email. And they said that price included things that they didn’t charge for as well, as if they were giving us a break at that price. I feel like they threw the charges at us only because we were no longer working with them. They quoted us 6-8k for the visa and they did about 5% of the work and billed us $1740? Something doesn’t add up. Unfair billing practices! I don’t expect them to work for FREE but $1740 for an email, 2 phone calls and a consultation is ridiculous. I would highly suggest you go elsewhere where they are more transparent with their prices. We are out the $1740 but it’s probably best as there quote of 6-8k would probably end up being 10-14k.
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Brian Jason Stone, experienced Real Estate attorney in Southfield, MI with 29 reviews
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09 Feb, 2024 by Lahib desha
Please do your research before hiring an immigration lawyer! We decided to reach out to Taft Law regarding an E2 business visa. We were told during our consultation that it would be around $6-8000. We talked it over and decided to go with them. We had a few more questions about the process in the next following days and we had told them we were going to go through with it and pay a retainer. After the first initial email we got from them me and my wife decided that we were no longer interested in pursuing that visa. Not because of the law firm but we decided that it was too risky of business for us and decided not to proceed. I sent them an email saying I was sorry and no longer wanted to proceed and apologized for wasting there time and that I was going to pay them for there time they had spent on our file. We had a 45 min consultation, a 15 min phone call followed by a 20 minute phone call. We had no idea that every second of each phone call was being billed out at $480/hour. Long story short they charged us $1740 for a Zoom Consultation, 2 phone calls and an email. And they said that price included things that they didn’t charge for as well, as if they were giving us a break at that price. I feel like they threw the charges at us only because we were no longer working with them. They quoted us 6-8k for the visa and they did about 5% of the work and billed us $1740? Something doesn’t add up. Unfair billing practices! I don’t expect them to work for FREE but $1740 for an email, 2 phone calls and a consultation is ridiculous. I would highly suggest you go elsewhere where they are more transparent with their prices. We are out the $1740 but it’s probably best as there quote of 6-8k would probably end up being 10-14k.
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Jonathan Howard Schwartz, experienced Litigation, Real Estate attorney in Southfield, MI with 29 reviews
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Please do your research before hiring an immigration lawyer! We decided to reach out to Taft Law regarding an E2 business visa. We were told during our consultation that it would be around $6-8000. We talked it over and decided to go with them. We had a few more questions about the process in the next following days and we had told them we were going to go through with it and pay a retainer. After the first initial email we got from them me and my wife decided that we were no longer interested in pursuing that visa. Not because of the law firm but we decided that it was too risky of business for us and decided not to proceed. I sent them an email saying I was sorry and no longer wanted to proceed and apologized for wasting there time and that I was going to pay them for there time they had spent on our file. We had a 45 min consultation, a 15 min phone call followed by a 20 minute phone call. We had no idea that every second of each phone call was being billed out at $480/hour. Long story short they charged us $1740 for a Zoom Consultation, 2 phone calls and an email. And they said that price included things that they didn’t charge for as well, as if they were giving us a break at that price. I feel like they threw the charges at us only because we were no longer working with them. They quoted us 6-8k for the visa and they did about 5% of the work and billed us $1740? Something doesn’t add up. Unfair billing practices! I don’t expect them to work for FREE but $1740 for an email, 2 phone calls and a consultation is ridiculous. I would highly suggest you go elsewhere where they are more transparent with their prices. We are out the $1740 but it’s probably best as there quote of 6-8k would probably end up being 10-14k.
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Allison Folmar, experienced Criminal Defense, Family Law attorney in Southfield, MI with 3 reviews
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20 Jul, 2022 by Michael
She failed to investigate anything in my case, did not object to a statutory enhancement that does not apply, did not keep me updated so I could make informed decisions and judge j. Ronnie Greer said she was ineffective. United States v Freeman, case no. 2:14-cr-73 Ed tn
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16 Mar, 2019 by Daniel
The disciplinary actions against her can never discredit all the work she has done for the clients she fought for. I can care less about the reason(s) she was reprimanded & it does not matter, god bless you Allison Folmar & everything you stand for.
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27 Jun, 2013 by Sandra
Professional, Prepared, Poised, and she knows the law. Ms. Folmar made sure the laws of Michigan & the best interest of my son stayed in the forefront of my custody case. Unfortunately, I wasted time & money on other attorneys before meeting her. Trust me!! As a mom who had to fight, get Ms. Folmar on your team from the start!
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Mark B. Berke, experienced Business, Real Estate attorney in Southfield, MI with 3 reviews
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11 Jun, 2018 by Anonymous
Had a legal matter In which I was under the gun and needed some serious help. While Mark was not able to help me on this matter he continued to guide me along the way in strategic planning in order to get to the right person who is able to take the case. Mark never charge me and he was in constant communication with me for several months regarding th in which I was under the gun and needed some serious help. While Mark was not able to help me on this matter he continued to guide me along the way in strategic planning in order to get to the right person who is able to take the case. Mark never charge me and he was in constant communication with me for several months regarding this. I ended up getting to the right person thanks to Mark to get this done properly. I ended up hiring Mark afterwards for other matters as he is very well-versed in knowledgeable, and it’s a matter is outside of his purview he knows the right people to bring in to get it done right and efficiently. Couldn’t speak any higher of any attorney.
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01 May, 2017 by Anonymous
I hired Mark to handle a CH 7 bankruptcy case. He practices law out of another attorney's office and "uses" their services. He gave vague recommendations pertaining to certain aspects of this case and left two issues unresolved. I would not engage his services again.
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18 Aug, 2014 by Richard h
I had to hire Mark for a matter that came up quickly and was very high stakes. He did a remarkable job wrapping the matter up. He kept me informed at every turn and answered all of my questions.
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Adam Clark Zwicker, experienced Personal Injury, Real Estate attorney in Southfield, MI with 22 reviews
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18 Jul, 2024 by Jeffrey hill
This attorney gave me one of the worst experience. She was very unprofessional and rude. She messed several appointments and did not return calls in a timely manner. I am very dissatisfied with her service. I will not recommend her to anyone.
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09 Jul, 2024 by Cath mayers
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30 Jun, 2024 by Dawn cooper
Attorney Cartwright is the absolute best! She’s very professional and timely in responding to emails. She was very thorough in answering all my questions and addressing my concerns. She made this process very smooth for me and I can’t say thank you enough for your assistance. I’ll recommend this law firm to everyone!
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Jordan Nodel, experienced Appeals, Business attorney in Southfield, MI with 261 reviews
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11 Jan, 2025 by Daniel currey
Spoke to Mr Weisberg on the phone, such a pleasant gentleman and great information was provided to me.
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06 Dec, 2024 by Angel willis
I greatly appreciate your company for taking on my accident case you and your staff are truly wonderful people and you keep me updated on what’s going on with the case all the way to the end I would recommend more people to your company
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27 Nov, 2024 by Brandon
Matthew Bedikian, Esq., at MAC, exceeded my expectations as my personal injury attorney. His professionalism, dedication, and genuine care for my case were evident from day one. Matt kept me informed throughout the process, fought tirelessly for my rights, and secured a great outcome. I highly recommend him to anyone seeking representation!
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Christopher James Richards, experienced Real Estate attorney in Southfield, MI with 29 reviews
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09 Feb, 2024 by Lahib desha
Please do your research before hiring an immigration lawyer! We decided to reach out to Taft Law regarding an E2 business visa. We were told during our consultation that it would be around $6-8000. We talked it over and decided to go with them. We had a few more questions about the process in the next following days and we had told them we were going to go through with it and pay a retainer. After the first initial email we got from them me and my wife decided that we were no longer interested in pursuing that visa. Not because of the law firm but we decided that it was too risky of business for us and decided not to proceed. I sent them an email saying I was sorry and no longer wanted to proceed and apologized for wasting there time and that I was going to pay them for there time they had spent on our file. We had a 45 min consultation, a 15 min phone call followed by a 20 minute phone call. We had no idea that every second of each phone call was being billed out at $480/hour. Long story short they charged us $1740 for a Zoom Consultation, 2 phone calls and an email. And they said that price included things that they didn’t charge for as well, as if they were giving us a break at that price. I feel like they threw the charges at us only because we were no longer working with them. They quoted us 6-8k for the visa and they did about 5% of the work and billed us $1740? Something doesn’t add up. Unfair billing practices! I don’t expect them to work for FREE but $1740 for an email, 2 phone calls and a consultation is ridiculous. I would highly suggest you go elsewhere where they are more transparent with their prices. We are out the $1740 but it’s probably best as there quote of 6-8k would probably end up being 10-14k.
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T. Andrew Keating, experienced Appeals, Business attorney in Southfield, MI with 29 reviews
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09 Feb, 2024 by Lahib desha
Please do your research before hiring an immigration lawyer! We decided to reach out to Taft Law regarding an E2 business visa. We were told during our consultation that it would be around $6-8000. We talked it over and decided to go with them. We had a few more questions about the process in the next following days and we had told them we were going to go through with it and pay a retainer. After the first initial email we got from them me and my wife decided that we were no longer interested in pursuing that visa. Not because of the law firm but we decided that it was too risky of business for us and decided not to proceed. I sent them an email saying I was sorry and no longer wanted to proceed and apologized for wasting there time and that I was going to pay them for there time they had spent on our file. We had a 45 min consultation, a 15 min phone call followed by a 20 minute phone call. We had no idea that every second of each phone call was being billed out at $480/hour. Long story short they charged us $1740 for a Zoom Consultation, 2 phone calls and an email. And they said that price included things that they didn’t charge for as well, as if they were giving us a break at that price. I feel like they threw the charges at us only because we were no longer working with them. They quoted us 6-8k for the visa and they did about 5% of the work and billed us $1740? Something doesn’t add up. Unfair billing practices! I don’t expect them to work for FREE but $1740 for an email, 2 phone calls and a consultation is ridiculous. I would highly suggest you go elsewhere where they are more transparent with their prices. We are out the $1740 but it’s probably best as there quote of 6-8k would probably end up being 10-14k.
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Michael Nathan Emmer, experienced Business, Real Estate attorney in Southfield, MI with 29 reviews
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09 Feb, 2024 by Lahib desha
Please do your research before hiring an immigration lawyer! We decided to reach out to Taft Law regarding an E2 business visa. We were told during our consultation that it would be around $6-8000. We talked it over and decided to go with them. We had a few more questions about the process in the next following days and we had told them we were going to go through with it and pay a retainer. After the first initial email we got from them me and my wife decided that we were no longer interested in pursuing that visa. Not because of the law firm but we decided that it was too risky of business for us and decided not to proceed. I sent them an email saying I was sorry and no longer wanted to proceed and apologized for wasting there time and that I was going to pay them for there time they had spent on our file. We had a 45 min consultation, a 15 min phone call followed by a 20 minute phone call. We had no idea that every second of each phone call was being billed out at $480/hour. Long story short they charged us $1740 for a Zoom Consultation, 2 phone calls and an email. And they said that price included things that they didn’t charge for as well, as if they were giving us a break at that price. I feel like they threw the charges at us only because we were no longer working with them. They quoted us 6-8k for the visa and they did about 5% of the work and billed us $1740? Something doesn’t add up. Unfair billing practices! I don’t expect them to work for FREE but $1740 for an email, 2 phone calls and a consultation is ridiculous. I would highly suggest you go elsewhere where they are more transparent with their prices. We are out the $1740 but it’s probably best as there quote of 6-8k would probably end up being 10-14k.
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Max A. Mittleman, experienced Real Estate attorney in Southfield, MI with 29 reviews
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Please do your research before hiring an immigration lawyer! We decided to reach out to Taft Law regarding an E2 business visa. We were told during our consultation that it would be around $6-8000. We talked it over and decided to go with them. We had a few more questions about the process in the next following days and we had told them we were going to go through with it and pay a retainer. After the first initial email we got from them me and my wife decided that we were no longer interested in pursuing that visa. Not because of the law firm but we decided that it was too risky of business for us and decided not to proceed. I sent them an email saying I was sorry and no longer wanted to proceed and apologized for wasting there time and that I was going to pay them for there time they had spent on our file. We had a 45 min consultation, a 15 min phone call followed by a 20 minute phone call. We had no idea that every second of each phone call was being billed out at $480/hour. Long story short they charged us $1740 for a Zoom Consultation, 2 phone calls and an email. And they said that price included things that they didn’t charge for as well, as if they were giving us a break at that price. I feel like they threw the charges at us only because we were no longer working with them. They quoted us 6-8k for the visa and they did about 5% of the work and billed us $1740? Something doesn’t add up. Unfair billing practices! I don’t expect them to work for FREE but $1740 for an email, 2 phone calls and a consultation is ridiculous. I would highly suggest you go elsewhere where they are more transparent with their prices. We are out the $1740 but it’s probably best as there quote of 6-8k would probably end up being 10-14k.
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James Kresta, experienced Real Estate attorney in Southfield, MI with 29 reviews
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Please do your research before hiring an immigration lawyer! We decided to reach out to Taft Law regarding an E2 business visa. We were told during our consultation that it would be around $6-8000. We talked it over and decided to go with them. We had a few more questions about the process in the next following days and we had told them we were going to go through with it and pay a retainer. After the first initial email we got from them me and my wife decided that we were no longer interested in pursuing that visa. Not because of the law firm but we decided that it was too risky of business for us and decided not to proceed. I sent them an email saying I was sorry and no longer wanted to proceed and apologized for wasting there time and that I was going to pay them for there time they had spent on our file. We had a 45 min consultation, a 15 min phone call followed by a 20 minute phone call. We had no idea that every second of each phone call was being billed out at $480/hour. Long story short they charged us $1740 for a Zoom Consultation, 2 phone calls and an email. And they said that price included things that they didn’t charge for as well, as if they were giving us a break at that price. I feel like they threw the charges at us only because we were no longer working with them. They quoted us 6-8k for the visa and they did about 5% of the work and billed us $1740? Something doesn’t add up. Unfair billing practices! I don’t expect them to work for FREE but $1740 for an email, 2 phone calls and a consultation is ridiculous. I would highly suggest you go elsewhere where they are more transparent with their prices. We are out the $1740 but it’s probably best as there quote of 6-8k would probably end up being 10-14k.
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Killian Graham Kosik, experienced Real Estate attorney in Southfield, MI with 29 reviews
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Please do your research before hiring an immigration lawyer! We decided to reach out to Taft Law regarding an E2 business visa. We were told during our consultation that it would be around $6-8000. We talked it over and decided to go with them. We had a few more questions about the process in the next following days and we had told them we were going to go through with it and pay a retainer. After the first initial email we got from them me and my wife decided that we were no longer interested in pursuing that visa. Not because of the law firm but we decided that it was too risky of business for us and decided not to proceed. I sent them an email saying I was sorry and no longer wanted to proceed and apologized for wasting there time and that I was going to pay them for there time they had spent on our file. We had a 45 min consultation, a 15 min phone call followed by a 20 minute phone call. We had no idea that every second of each phone call was being billed out at $480/hour. Long story short they charged us $1740 for a Zoom Consultation, 2 phone calls and an email. And they said that price included things that they didn’t charge for as well, as if they were giving us a break at that price. I feel like they threw the charges at us only because we were no longer working with them. They quoted us 6-8k for the visa and they did about 5% of the work and billed us $1740? Something doesn’t add up. Unfair billing practices! I don’t expect them to work for FREE but $1740 for an email, 2 phone calls and a consultation is ridiculous. I would highly suggest you go elsewhere where they are more transparent with their prices. We are out the $1740 but it’s probably best as there quote of 6-8k would probably end up being 10-14k.
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Margaux Hyman, experienced Business, Real Estate attorney in Southfield, MI with 29 reviews
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Please do your research before hiring an immigration lawyer! We decided to reach out to Taft Law regarding an E2 business visa. We were told during our consultation that it would be around $6-8000. We talked it over and decided to go with them. We had a few more questions about the process in the next following days and we had told them we were going to go through with it and pay a retainer. After the first initial email we got from them me and my wife decided that we were no longer interested in pursuing that visa. Not because of the law firm but we decided that it was too risky of business for us and decided not to proceed. I sent them an email saying I was sorry and no longer wanted to proceed and apologized for wasting there time and that I was going to pay them for there time they had spent on our file. We had a 45 min consultation, a 15 min phone call followed by a 20 minute phone call. We had no idea that every second of each phone call was being billed out at $480/hour. Long story short they charged us $1740 for a Zoom Consultation, 2 phone calls and an email. And they said that price included things that they didn’t charge for as well, as if they were giving us a break at that price. I feel like they threw the charges at us only because we were no longer working with them. They quoted us 6-8k for the visa and they did about 5% of the work and billed us $1740? Something doesn’t add up. Unfair billing practices! I don’t expect them to work for FREE but $1740 for an email, 2 phone calls and a consultation is ridiculous. I would highly suggest you go elsewhere where they are more transparent with their prices. We are out the $1740 but it’s probably best as there quote of 6-8k would probably end up being 10-14k.
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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:

  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. 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.
  4. 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.
  5. 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.
  6. 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.

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