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16 May, 2024 by Alexandria james
I wish their website was better and more informational other that that so far my experience with them has been good
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20 Dec, 2023 by Tana oliver
Ms. Levy is everything you want for an attorney and more. She is exactly who you want to represent you in a legal matter. She is professional, precise and has patience to listen to her client. She brought a positive resolution to my real estate matter after a contractor erroneously filed an improper lien on my property. I have already referred her to an associate looking for estate planning help. The Levy Law Firm website describes their services accurately: Experienced Trusted Dedicated. Exceptional attorney.
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10 Oct, 2023 by Brian green
Best around hands down!!
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26 Jul, 2024 by George minehart
The best attorneys, you can ask for, they are all so very professional and knowledgeable and amazing people. If you need any help call them you won’t regret it.
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06 Feb, 2024 by Aaron schwartz
18 Sep, 2023 by Diana roireau
Very professional team. Very knowledgeable in many areas of civil litigation. Highly recommend.
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04 May, 2021 by Melaia tutanekai
Ross is a stand up guy. Great advisement.
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20 Aug, 2020 by Tiffany foster
I would definitely recommend him to others he is very good at what he does .hes very awesome hes the best one i have ever had we were blown away how fast he is to jump into a case an fights good in court
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03 Jan, 2020 by Donna evans
Knowledgeable, personable, willing & able to explain & answer questions in layman’s terms and on top of all that a nice & good person!
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25 Feb, 2024 by Margaret miller
A family member used this law practice- took over two years to close a very straightforward, simple will. The bill included charges for ‘case review’ - was this because the law firm hadn’t touched the case in over nine months? When my family member called about the status, she was was told she was interfering with the paralegal’s work and that it would take longer and she would have to pay for the phone call. I cannot in good conscience recommend this law practice.
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02 Feb, 2023 by Anonymous
Mr. Spencer went above and beyond to guide us in our title transfer. A very reliable attorney who is ethical and professional in his approach while being a bit flexible. Given his time is valuable, however he didn't hesitate to provide different angles of information for us to be able to think through. We are lucky to have had him represent us.
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27 Jan, 2023 by Glenwood villa
Me and my fiancée were in India and stuck with a situation of title transfer . Attorney Spencer Stromberg and Kelsey Rychalski have been super awesome, approachable and very patient in answering our questions & thorough. The firm is very reliable, professional and rightly priced. We are lucky to have come across this firm and attorney spencer . Anyone who needs a attorney representation need not look further.
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15 Nov, 2024 by Kamali senior
No one wants to have to call a personal injury attorney, but if you have to, I’d recommend Layman. These guys stuck with my case, did everything they could and kept things clear so I could understand. This firm fought for me and I think if you want a good, communicative and no nonsense firm, these guys are it.
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30 Jan, 2024 by Alec wright
Let me start off with this. If you want someone to stick with you for the long term layman law firm is the place to go. I got in a car accident almost 2 years ago; And with Covid it made trying to do anything a pain. It caused back ups and struggles that made the process so much longer. Yet Layman law firm stuck with me answered every single one of my calls, help me with any questions I had and was all around super friendly. When you go there you know they’re on your side backing you up. They didn’t j stick me with one lawyer and say “figure it out” no they put together a team that made sure I was in the loop as well as trying to get me my top $. Layman law firm is full of warriors who will fight for your rights and make sure you have every tool in your pocket to win. Thank you so much layman law you guys are some of the nicest, honest, most hard working people I know.
Sincerely, Alec
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15 Jul, 2021 by Melissa church
Fantastic staff, super personalized, Awesomely priced professional, just amazing people!!!
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18 Jan, 2025 by Alex bonds
They work with my family and I through our ordeal and help us find a lil closure to our situation. Thank you Advocates.
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17 Jan, 2025 by Brandy fowler
I was referred to this law firm & lawyer by my medical care team and a very close friend. I *highly recommend The Advocates Injury Attorneys. Very honest, caring and transparent intake process! I believe that this firm does actually care about their clients, beyond the financial piece $ They will work with you through this very difficult legal process… I rarely post or review businesses or people. I had to share this.
Being a victim in a car accident turns your world upside down💔
J. Harper in Spokane, WA is a genius Lawyer.
I should have called him and the Advocates much sooner!
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17 Jan, 2025 by Anthony bonds
First, I would just like to say that the advocate’s are a great law firm. We reached out to them to handle a traumatic experience, and they handled it with the utmost care, sensitivity, compassion, empathy, and emotional intelligence that they could they made sure to contact me and my brother every week to just do mental checks and to give us updates with our case Without them I don’t know if our case would’ve been solved as smoothly Swiftly as it was highly recommend the advocates if you have any problem, they are great and they deserve all the recognition for the great work they do.
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22 Nov, 2022 by Jenny
Spencer is very knowledgeable of the law, the judges ruling patterns, and HE CARES about the kids. He’s an aggressive attorney that will fight hard for what is right and he will not be afraid to call his clients out if they are being unreasonable. Spencer took on my case when nobody else would because it was a mess. When watching his first court hearing, I knew within 30 seconds we were going to win. He went in strong, had studied my case thoroughly going back 7 years. He remembered pertinent details and he represented my son in that court room that day. He did an incredible job.
Joanne, his right hand is just as incredible. She remembers details, she’s prompt to respond and overall just above and beyond professional.
I highly recommend this duo for high conflict custody situations. They will handle your case with care, integrity, and exceptional knowledge.
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14 Feb, 2019 by Michael
I hired Spencer after feeling pushed aside by two other previous lawyers. Spencer and Joann made me feel welcome and are always willing to communicate with me regarding my case. What I appreciated the most was the no nonsense approach that Spencer had in dealing with my divorce case. He laid it all out in plain black and white or without sugar coating the situation and I knew where I stood in my legal situation. I am a firm believer that you get what you pay for, and Spencer only confirms that belief. In situations like divorce that are unpleasant, choosing a lawyer that has your back, communicates, does not make you feel like you are on the back burner, and is honest about your case is what you need. I would make the choice to hire Mr. Harrington again, and I would recommend him to anyone who needs quality in their corner to support them.
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14 Feb, 2019 by John
I would highly recommend Mr. Harrington as a lawyer. I hired him to represent me in my divorce/custody battle and was very pleased with how he fought for me. He gave me very helpful advice and was always one step ahead of the other party. Mr. Harrington fought hard but still upheld integrity. I have had some dealings with other lawyers who have acted very shady and I had a sense that they just wanted to take my money. That was not the case with Mr. Harrington, he was straightforward and trustworthy. I really appreciated being able to call Joanne, his paralegal and ask questions at any time for a cheaper rate as well.
In the end, I got what I originally had asked for and my children are safe with me.
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04 Feb, 2025 by Robert czokajlo
Schwab Law went above and beyond to help me rectify my case. They were friendly, responsive, and helped explain everything down to the last detail. I have never had a more finer set of attorneys.
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04 Feb, 2025 by Cathy eidinger
Drake is a great lawyer! From start to finish, he has been very responsive and had wonderful strategies for my hearing. Would definitely recommend his services.
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28 Jan, 2025 by Leebob lepper
Great people at Schwab law. Kept me very
Informed. Was very active in my case and was able to reduce my charges! Really enjoyed working with them!
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22 Jan, 2025 by Nelson
One of the hardest things to go through. Like many others, this decision wasn't easy but Jason and his team made the whole process simple. Great communication and guidance. Would highly recommend to anyone!
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11 Jan, 2025 by Mark benjamin
Thank you so much for your profession , you are really helpful 🙏
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11 Jan, 2025 by Donald brock
My sister recommended Jason Couey to help us navigate the bankruptcy, and a great job he has done. Was always available, mostly through email, but calls were always available and he is very professional and personable. Will chat at both the personal as well as legalese with you to help you understand what is needed. The best part of the experience has been how he kept things orderly and easy to understand.
I highly recommend him.
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12 Jul, 2024 by David grant
Jerry is the best at what he does I had been lucky enough to have him help me more than once he does his job and does it very well!
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02 Oct, 2023 by Mike koczor
Great concert 4!!!
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22 Jul, 2022 by Lori calvert
Attorneys did not even ask about his will as my brother had it done to add myself as his beneficiary of any of his payouts from his benefits from his laborers union. Now have to go through another attorney to file for what should have been done through them . My brother passed away on the 21st of June, and recieved a letter to our mother, saying he was no longer representing him. Pretty cold, now I see he was just making a living off of my brother's disability for years. Now he just made it cut n dry he was done. What a racket. Lori Calvert
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16 Jan, 2025 by Patricia kowal
Emily Wilson became a total fit for my husband and me to complete our estate planning. She explained things clearly, was sensitive to our needs and her professionalism stellar. We also appreciated a flat fee for completing our documents and time spent with her in person and over the phone. No hidden fees. Grateful to have found her. Thank you, Emily.
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11 Jan, 2025 by Tanya keeble
I cannot say enough good things about working with Kathy Pauktert. She represented me in a State Farm car accident case, that went on for 6 years and was quite stressful. Every step of the way, I really felt that she was representing me fully, with no evidence of influence because it was a State Farm case, and she gave me excellent guidance but ensured that I made my own choices regarding next steps. She communicates very promptly, is kind, and gives an extremely persnalised experience. Her expertise was evident and I would recommend her (and do!) to folks going through similar cases. Knowing how competant she is, I would use this group for any case that they have expertise in.
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10 Dec, 2024 by Nikolai jones
I have never had a better experience with a law firm than the experience I had with Gilbert Law. They kept me updated on the process and the direction we were going every step of the way. They also fought hard to make sure I was covered in my recovery.
There experience and compassion was evident every step of the way.
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16 Jan, 2025 by Patricia kowal
Emily Wilson became a total fit for my husband and me to complete our estate planning. She explained things clearly, was sensitive to our needs and her professionalism stellar. We also appreciated a flat fee for completing our documents and time spent with her in person and over the phone. No hidden fees. Grateful to have found her. Thank you, Emily.
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11 Jan, 2025 by Tanya keeble
I cannot say enough good things about working with Kathy Pauktert. She represented me in a State Farm car accident case, that went on for 6 years and was quite stressful. Every step of the way, I really felt that she was representing me fully, with no evidence of influence because it was a State Farm case, and she gave me excellent guidance but ensured that I made my own choices regarding next steps. She communicates very promptly, is kind, and gives an extremely persnalised experience. Her expertise was evident and I would recommend her (and do!) to folks going through similar cases. Knowing how competant she is, I would use this group for any case that they have expertise in.
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10 Dec, 2024 by Nikolai jones
I have never had a better experience with a law firm than the experience I had with Gilbert Law. They kept me updated on the process and the direction we were going every step of the way. They also fought hard to make sure I was covered in my recovery.
There experience and compassion was evident every step of the way.
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17 Nov, 2016 by Anonymous
Shayne was diligent, caring, and in the end successful. I give him my highest recommendation.
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18 Oct, 2016 by Dustin
Firstly I want to say Shayne is one of the nicest people I've ever met and could sense he wasn't in it for the money. It felt like he really cared and wanted to do everything in his power to be helpful. He was the first attorney I've ever needed to hire so needless to say I was very overwhelmed and intimidated at first but he helped me every step of the way. He made sure to stay in contact either via telephone, email or person. Making sure everything was laid out for me so I could understand what we were doing. He never overwhelmed me with legal jargon and explained everything which I (your average blue collar worker) could understand his approach. He never went forward without getting my consent and he gave me his honest opinions on matters which helped me get one of the best outcomes.
I hired Shayne as a consumer protection attorney after I was a victim of a road side car lot refusing to give me a refund on a damaged vehicle. Thanks to Shayne everything worked out in my favor.
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02 Oct, 2013 by Robert
Best lawyer I've ever dealt with. Shayne Sutherland was my attorney and he was over the top great. He kept in contact with me throughout the whole process and called me often with questions or for clarification. If we didn't have any major new news in the case for about a week he would call me just to check in and give me a quick update.
Very professional and great to work with. I could really tell he cares about his clients. Mr. Sutherland went above and beyond what i expected and in the end got us the exact results we were hoping for. I would highly recommend this office to anyone looking for a lawyer.
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20 May, 2024 by Don marshall
20 Mar, 2024 by Thane meads
I can not recommend a law firm more highly. Michael Grover and April Anderson helped me through what could have been a tricky divorce and property settlement with a grace, professionalism and strategic focus that I can not imagine many firms possess. The ability to consult between both family law, and real estate/property attorneys at the same firm was invaluable. The focus also was not just to take opposing parties to court but to try to mediate a solution. This is truly a law firm with a soul.
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15 Mar, 2024 by Linda schmit
20 Sep, 2013 by Steve
Stan was a terrific Attorney in helping us set up the city of Liberty Lake. Extremely easy to work with in accomplishing our tasks on time and within our budget.
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15 Dec, 2021 by Crystal
He assisted me and my husband with closing a lawsuit against GM. He’s a good attorney, honest,friendly and upfront. I might need his help again.
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22 Jan, 2015 by John
We recently used the services of Richard W Perednia to complete a real estate sale transaction. (We purchased the property next to us.) There were several complications in the process and Mr. Perednia worked patiently to resolve each one, using the simplest and most practical solutions in each case. We are very satisfied with his service and highly recommend him! We also used his services in prior years with similar satisfactory results.
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29 Mar, 2011 by Anonymous
Linn is an extremely honest and trustworthy lawyer. He has helped my family in many ways over the years and has never let us down. He is flexible and helpful.
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18 Feb, 2015 by Susan
I am on the opposing side, helping a friend who is being sued for debt collection by a client of Mr. Williams. He was extremely professional and kind with me, even though I was downright rude to him (for which I am very embarrassed). I would recommend him highly. When I finally gave him the chance, he politely explained the rationale behind his actions, which I really appreciate.
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15 Aug, 2012 by Karen
We had a very difficult real estate transaction involving 19 heirs. David Carlson found a very old reference in the Washington statutes that had never been taken all the way to court and managed to secure a good outcome for us as buyers and the 17 heirs wanting to sell the property over the objections of the 2 unwilling heirs. Apparently this was recognized as one of the most difficult real estate transactions to occur in Washington state.
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16 May, 2024 by Alexandria james
I wish their website was better and more informational other that that so far my experience with them has been good
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20 Dec, 2023 by Tana oliver
Ms. Levy is everything you want for an attorney and more. She is exactly who you want to represent you in a legal matter. She is professional, precise and has patience to listen to her client. She brought a positive resolution to my real estate matter after a contractor erroneously filed an improper lien on my property. I have already referred her to an associate looking for estate planning help. The Levy Law Firm website describes their services accurately: Experienced Trusted Dedicated. Exceptional attorney.
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10 Oct, 2023 by Brian green
Best around hands down!!
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16 May, 2024 by Alexandria james
I wish their website was better and more informational other that that so far my experience with them has been good
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20 Dec, 2023 by Tana oliver
Ms. Levy is everything you want for an attorney and more. She is exactly who you want to represent you in a legal matter. She is professional, precise and has patience to listen to her client. She brought a positive resolution to my real estate matter after a contractor erroneously filed an improper lien on my property. I have already referred her to an associate looking for estate planning help. The Levy Law Firm website describes their services accurately: Experienced Trusted Dedicated. Exceptional attorney.
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10 Oct, 2023 by Brian green
Best around hands down!!
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04 May, 2021 by Melaia tutanekai
Ross is a stand up guy. Great advisement.
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20 Aug, 2020 by Tiffany foster
I would definitely recommend him to others he is very good at what he does .hes very awesome hes the best one i have ever had we were blown away how fast he is to jump into a case an fights good in court
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03 Jan, 2020 by Donna evans
Knowledgeable, personable, willing & able to explain & answer questions in layman’s terms and on top of all that a nice & good person!
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10 Dec, 2023 by Cda spine and brain
Extremely professional. Expert advice. No task to difficult. She gets it done!
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18 Feb, 2024 by Rob schoenberger
Great local attorney! His team was very helpful. We had our completed POA's completed very quickly. Will definitely use this group again.
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02 Jan, 2024 by Shannon francis
Easy, reasonable and has all you need!!
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18 Dec, 2023 by Joe l
17 Sep, 2023 by Paul long
I worked with Becki and her team to close a business transaction for a mutual customer. Becki did a great job closing a not so easy deal. I would absolutly recomend them. Great job McNeice Wheeler!
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14 Jun, 2023 by Karsten chart
24 Jan, 2023 by Hj johnny
07 Feb, 2025 by Bryan millwe
LnI’s worst nightmare is your success! If you’re tired of being taken advantage of by LnI and there uncouth practices; trying to line their pockets and take advantage of you, despite all your money paid in to the program then you need the absolute best representation you can get. Not only did Nick Pontaralo and his team set LnI straight on numerous occasions I even received apologies from them.”Booo Yay LnI”! Going with any other firm is literally shooting yourself in the foot, cutting off your nose despite your face don’t do it. Give these guys a call. They’re absolutely, Undisputedly the best.
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03 Jan, 2025 by Nancy harrison
I injured both of my arms right and left. Falling downstairs doing in home care. On the day of my mediation halfway through, my attorney admitted, he got me confused with another lady in Harrison Idaho, my last name is Harrison. As I wanted to hold out , while the mediator joked and made light of work injuries, I am right handed.My right arm doesn't work correctly, I did a lot of work in my church. I am a homemaker. I take a lot of pride in my home being a place of comfort and inviting to people, I used to bake and feed people, and so the job that I had for wages, wasn't my main job, even though I didn't bring home a salary for it. My" job" was taking care of my home and my church and my husband and serving god with my two hands. The thing I did to make money injured me, because the lady I was working for didn't let me know that her staircase ,in the spring would move when the basement flooded. It moved.I fell, I hurt my right elbow and my left wrist, and now all the things I used to do to serve God and others I cannot do any longer. None of this meant anything to my attorney at the mediation. As I kept holding out because I didn't know how I would end up the rest of my life with these 2 injuries he kept telling me dead. There was gonna be so security disability. There was gonna be a medical fund. And so this was just the first part of the mediation for my injury. I even thought I would just go to court because I thought my case was so different than so many other people At that point, my attorney didn't want to go to court. It was obvious He was not wanting to go to court to represent me, who I am. He told me scary things about, if the judge was in a bad mood, I would lose everything. He, and I am ashamed to say, my husband, with pressure from the "mediator " talked me onto taking an offer, which I knew, would not compensate me for paying people to do for me, what I had always done for myself. Gardening, lawn care, house work, cleaning the church, changing my own oil, recently I paid Ford $600.00 for changing plugs and oil in my truck. This I used to do at a fraction of the cost. But none of this was considered, I was a part time worker to them all. After that nightmare, the medical portion was to be settled, that's when I found out, I didn't have enough "points" for SSI disability, so any leverage from SSI to keep SIF accountable did not exist. My Attorney told me the day of mediation , SSI would cause pressure for SIF to cover me medically...NOT. He was incorrect and when I , out of concer, asked him if he was doing okay, he had made a few errors in my doctors name and other odd statements which didn't pertain to me, he accused me of questioning his integrity and told me I could get a different Attorney. By then I was hurting, depressed and totally vulnerable and my attorney, the one person who supposedly knows the ins and outs of the system, chewed me out and threatened me that I could "go it alone" if I thought I could do better. I couldn't make any decisions, I was so down. I didn't think the Attorney was going to take part of the medical bank. I thought he got paid for working the entire case from my mediation, so I didn't think I could pay up front for another attorney, just another thing I misunderstood when my attorney told me the medical is put in the bank, in my name and I had comple control over it. I was told it is a new way SIF and all other workers comp. In Idaho are now doing things, rather than keep a claim open for treatment. I am not pleased at all. My best intrest was not even considered. All because in the beginning my Attorney didn't ever find out and set in his mind, who I am.
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26 Aug, 2024 by Cass & wendy
Nick Pontarolo, and the rest of the staff at this office were thorough and proffesional and did a great job on educating us on the whole process. Thank you for the help you gave us in dealing with the state.
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07 Dec, 2024 by Ashley balandis
I expected this process to take a very long time due to the nature of my case and illnesses. Evan marken has made this as easy as possible and I’ve been approved after about a year and a half after applying. I’m very relieved and thankful. I highly recommend having him as your lawyer
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06 Dec, 2024 by Tara halvorson
Evan was always courteous and approachable with me. I fought for years to get disability and he was with me every step. I would highly recommend him if you are considering applying for disability.
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06 Dec, 2024 by Brandon harris
Did not have a good experience with Evan Marken. He basically told me there was no chance of winning my case. He didn't explain to me in detail why he came to this conclusion. I even gave him new information I obtained from my worker and he didn't care. I got no help what so ever from this firm and I definitely don't recommend. Find someone who cares
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22 Jan, 2025 by Nelson
One of the hardest things to go through. Like many others, this decision wasn't easy but Jason and his team made the whole process simple. Great communication and guidance. Would highly recommend to anyone!
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11 Jan, 2025 by Mark benjamin
Thank you so much for your profession , you are really helpful 🙏
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11 Jan, 2025 by Donald brock
My sister recommended Jason Couey to help us navigate the bankruptcy, and a great job he has done. Was always available, mostly through email, but calls were always available and he is very professional and personable. Will chat at both the personal as well as legalese with you to help you understand what is needed. The best part of the experience has been how he kept things orderly and easy to understand.
I highly recommend him.
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22 Jan, 2025 by Nelson
One of the hardest things to go through. Like many others, this decision wasn't easy but Jason and his team made the whole process simple. Great communication and guidance. Would highly recommend to anyone!
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11 Jan, 2025 by Mark benjamin
Thank you so much for your profession , you are really helpful 🙏
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11 Jan, 2025 by Donald brock
My sister recommended Jason Couey to help us navigate the bankruptcy, and a great job he has done. Was always available, mostly through email, but calls were always available and he is very professional and personable. Will chat at both the personal as well as legalese with you to help you understand what is needed. The best part of the experience has been how he kept things orderly and easy to understand.
I highly recommend him.
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What a Real Estate Lawyer Can Do for You
A real estate lawyer provides legal assistance in transactions and disputes involving property, including residential and commercial real estate. Whether you're buying, selling, leasing, or developing property, a real estate attorney can help ensure that your transactions are legally sound and your rights are protected. They review contracts, perform due diligence, resolve disputes, and provide legal representation in negotiations and litigation involving property matters.
Real estate lawyers are crucial in safeguarding your investment by ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal real estate laws, as well as protecting you from potential legal pitfalls related to property ownership and transactions.
When Should I Hire a Real Estate Lawyer?
Hiring a real estate lawyer is beneficial in various scenarios, including:
- Buying or selling property: When navigating complex real estate contracts, it’s advisable to have a lawyer review and ensure that the terms are favorable and legal.
- Commercial property transactions: For leasing, purchasing, or selling commercial properties, a lawyer can help manage the intricate legal aspects of such transactions.
- Zoning or land use issues: If you're planning to develop property or change its use, a real estate lawyer can guide you through zoning laws and land use regulations.
- Resolving property disputes: For boundary disputes, title issues, or disagreements over property rights, a lawyer can help mediate or litigate the matter.
- Foreclosures or evictions: If you're dealing with foreclosure or managing a tenant eviction, legal representation ensures that the process adheres to local laws and protects your interests.
- Title and deed issues: Lawyers can help clear title disputes, ensure the legitimacy of property deeds, and handle transfers of ownership.
What Does a Real Estate Lawyer Do?
A real estate lawyer provides a range of services to help with property transactions and disputes, including:
- Contract drafting and review: Ensuring that purchase agreements, leases, and other contracts are legally binding, fair, and protect your interests.
- Title search and clearance: Conducting a thorough title search to ensure that the property has no legal claims or liens that could affect ownership.
- Facilitate closing: Managing the closing process in real estate transactions, including reviewing final documents and ensuring that everything is in order before the transfer of ownership.
- Resolve disputes: Handling legal disputes related to property ownership, boundaries, zoning, or tenants.
- Assist in financing: Reviewing loan agreements and mortgage documents to ensure the terms are fair and legally sound.
- Zoning and land use advice: Guiding clients through the complexities of zoning laws and building regulations for property development or renovation projects.
How Are Real Estate Lawyers Paid?
Real estate lawyers typically charge for their services in the following ways:
- Flat fee: Many real estate transactions, such as reviewing a sales contract or assisting with a closing, are charged on a flat-fee basis.
- Hourly rates: If a lawyer is handling complex disputes or litigation, they may charge by the hour. Hourly rates can vary significantly based on the lawyer’s experience and location.
- Contingency fees: In rare cases, such as property disputes or claims for damages, a lawyer may work on a contingency fee basis, meaning they only get paid if you win or settle the case.
- Retainer: For ongoing legal support, some clients may pay a retainer, which is an upfront fee used as a deposit for future legal services.
It's important to clarify the fee structure with your attorney before hiring them to avoid any surprises.
How Much Does a Real Estate Lawyer Cost?
The cost of a real estate lawyer varies based on the complexity of the matter, the location of the property, and the lawyer’s experience. Key factors that affect pricing include:
- Type of transaction or issue: Simple tasks, like contract reviews, typically cost less than handling a complex property dispute or litigation.
- Experience and location: More experienced lawyers or those in high-demand areas, like urban centers, often charge higher rates.
- Billing structure: Lawyers may charge a flat fee for basic services like document review or hourly for more time-intensive work such as disputes or litigation.
Flat fees for straightforward services like closing assistance may range from $500 to $1,500.
Hourly rates can range from $150 to $400 or more, depending on the attorney’s experience and location.
Always discuss fees upfront to understand the overall cost of the legal service you're receiving.
Top Questions to Ask a Real Estate Lawyer
Before hiring a real estate lawyer, ask the following questions to ensure they are the right fit for your legal needs:
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What experience do you have with real estate law?
Ensure the lawyer has experience in the type of real estate transaction or dispute you’re facing, whether residential, commercial, or development-related. -
What is your fee structure?
Ask how the lawyer charges for services - whether it's a flat fee, hourly rate, or retainer - so there are no surprises later on. -
How long will the process take?
Especially important for real estate transactions or disputes with deadlines, ask for a general estimate of how long the process will last. -
Have you handled cases similar to mine?
Experience with similar transactions or disputes can give you confidence that the lawyer knows how to handle your case. -
Will you handle my case personally, or will it be passed to another attorney?
Confirm who will be handling the bulk of your case work, especially in larger firms where junior lawyers may take on some responsibilities. -
Can you provide references?
Speaking with past clients can give you insight into the lawyer's experience and how they handle cases.
How to Check the Credibility of a Real Estate Lawyer
To ensure you’re hiring a reputable real estate lawyer, take these steps:
- Check with the state bar association: Verify that the lawyer is licensed and in good standing with no disciplinary actions on their record.
- Read online reviews and testimonials: Look for reviews on legal directories and platforms like Avvo or Martindale-Hubbell to see what past clients have said.
- Ask for references: A credible lawyer should have past clients willing to share their experiences.
- Review their track record and expertise: Look at the lawyer’s website or LinkedIn profile for information about their experience in real estate law and any relevant cases they’ve handled.
- Membership in professional organizations: Lawyers who are members of respected legal or real estate organizations, like the American Bar Association’s Real Property Division, often signal credibility and expertise.
What Should I Prepare for My First Consultation?
To make your first meeting with a real estate lawyer productive, you should prepare the following materials:
- Relevant property documents: Bring purchase agreements, lease contracts, mortgage documents, zoning permits, or any other paperwork related to your case.
- A summary of the issue or transaction: Be ready to explain the situation, whether it's a property dispute, contract negotiation, or development issue.
- Questions about the legal process: Prepare a list of questions about how the lawyer will handle your case and what steps are involved.
- Financial documents or loan agreements: If the case involves financing or a mortgage, bring any related documents for the lawyer to review.
- Your goals and timeline: Be clear about what outcome you're hoping for, and if there are any deadlines that need to be considered, such as closing dates or legal filings.
By coming prepared, you can ensure that your consultation is efficient and informative, allowing you to assess whether the lawyer is the right fit for your real estate needs.
