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12 Jan, 2025 by Patty
We hired Kara to handle our sister's estate. She explained to me during our initial meeting what I would have to do, and what she would be doing...and we got it resolved with no stress. Any time I had a question, I emailed her and received an answer that same day. Though it was a hard time emotionally, it was comforting to know that I had a competent and caring Attorney, taking care of business for us. I would 100% recommend Kara to anyone.
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07 Nov, 2024 by Maria lucuara
Quedamos complacidos por tan excelente trabajo. Linet San Juan es una abogada q sabe trabajar con los hispanos. Mil gracias me sentí muy bien atendida satisfecha con todo.
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16 Oct, 2024 by Dougout
I was contacted in a very timely manner after my initial reaching out to Mr. Lee's law office. I found Mr. Lee to be very informative and candid in the subject matter of our discussion. I definitely felt that the information provided eased my concerns.
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12 Oct, 2022 by Lenny linardos
Great Law Firm
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11 Dec, 2021 by Ashlyn lawson
Susan was the best attorney. She was so nice and professional. She worked endlessly all the time and puts her all into her work. 10000% recommended!!
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21 Sep, 2021 by Richard bokor
I have been a trial lawyer for decades and Attorney Susan Lawson is smart, conscientious, diligent and always puts her clients first!
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10 Feb, 2025 by Victoria baigush
I sincerely want to thank Emel Ersan Law Office for their professionalism and efficiency. My case was quite complex, but Emel always knew exactly what to do, even in the most challenging situations. She is a true expert in her field—clear, concise, and absolutely the best. I truly appreciate her support and outstanding work!
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06 Feb, 2025 by Branka ik
As someone who recently went through the immigration process, I can say that hiring lawyer Emel Ersan was one of the best decisions I made. She basically saved me a lot of money and time. Definitely the best immigration lawyer!
After many consultations with other lawyers we found out Emel Ersan. Unlike the others she was so confident, made this process easy and stress free and the most important thing I am extremely satisfied with the results. I highly recommend her for anyone in need of immigration legal services.
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27 Jan, 2025 by Medhat makram
She is professional, knowledgeable, and worked very hard to win our case. She explained everything clearly and made the process stress free. I’m so grateful for her help and dedication. If you need a lawyer who truly cares I highly recommend her she is the best!
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23 May, 2024 by Jayson virostek
Had an outstanding experience with Shaina. Helped me understand my legal rights and a best course of action. If you need someone to talk with and feel like a larger firm is strong arming you, this is the place!
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08 May, 2024 by Bill bryant
Ms Thorpe provided and very informative, clear, and straight forward legal consultation. She gave me the legal clarity I needed surrounding the issue I was working through. I would highly recommend her for counsel on all employment or other related legal matters.
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15 Jan, 2024 by Amy husted
Shaina is very professional, knowledgeable and goes out of her way to help people. I highly recommend her firm.
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01 Aug, 2024 by Sandra
After my former husband had passed I contact Attorney Daddono to assist with finalizing his Estate. I found him to be very. professional, extremely knowledgeable and included me in every aspect of the case rulings and decisions. I would highly recommend him without hesitation to any of my family members or friends if needed. Job effectively well done and completed in a timely matter!
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12 Aug, 2023 by Anonymous
Mr. Daddono was outstanding. He was patient, empathetic, and interested in helping me to understand my situation. I highly recommend anyone who has an estate, will, or probate issue(s) give Mr. Daddono a call. He gets an A+ score from me.
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15 Jun, 2023 by Dwight
The office answered my text promptly and Drew responded quickly.
He Emailed a response and then called right after.
Drew answered all my questions and discussed other issues too.
Thanks a lot!
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27 Dec, 2024 by Nicole maulucci
We had a death in the family and needed help navigating through the probate process. Micheal and Erin were very helpful with this process. They walked us through step by step from moment go. If we had questions or concerns, they were very responsive and had alot of insight. We were very worried that we were going to be stressed out with an already stressful situation. Micheal and Erin were very informative and made the process flow easily. I would definitely recommend using them.
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11 Dec, 2024 by Akhila k
I worked with Erin, who was approachable, understanding, professional, and friendly. She showed great patience, listened to our concerns, and valued our opinions. The process was smooth and seamless. Erin is highly knowledgeable, provided excellent advice, and offered fairly priced services. Both Erin and Michael were exceptional, and I would highly recommend their services to anyone seeking reliable and compassionate assistance.
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05 Nov, 2024 by David banner
Juan was absolutely fantastic to work with! He was knowledgeable, patient, and genuinely cared about my case.
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01 Feb, 2025 by Gamal gasser
Very honest lawyer. Very rare these days.
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05 Nov, 2023 by Nadine anderson
He has been a pleasure to work with. He has been by my side for all aspects of a complicated case and would highly recommend him for any of your estate/probate needs.
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25 Oct, 2023 by Jade smith
My husband and I began the process of estate planning with a of trepidation. We were referred to Robert Walton and I am so thankful we were. Mr. Walton was extremely knowledgeable and patient with us. He helped us navigate planning our estate needs with a lot of explanation and guidance. He is an excellent attorney and easy to work with as well. We are so much more at ease now knowing that our estate is set up for our children according to our wishes. We have since referred him to several of our friends.
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09 Jan, 2025 by Sonya seago
Summer Goldman is great she works hard on your case ready to fight for you or get you the best possible out come. Even when the case is over she will do what she can to help you.
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09 Jan, 2025 by Ishua nieto
Working with the team at Hoyer Law Group has been an exceptional experience. They are an incredibly committed, responsible group of professionals with a great work ethic.
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23 Dec, 2024 by Kiera adams
I highly recommend Neil Ognibene at Hoyer Law Group. Neil was very helpful, answered all my questions, made me feel at ease, responded promptly, I’d highly recommend him to anyone who needs guidance regarding their federal employment matters.
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20 Dec, 2024 by Jamie simpson
Neil is absolutely fantastic! He alleviated the stress of my situation by promptly answering all my questions. I highly recommend Neil and Hoyer Law Group!
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20 Feb, 2025 by Rachel moates
I was so fortunate to be referred to Mr. Michael McLaughlin and his professional and responsive team, in a very difficult time in my life.
When you are injured and are suffering Michael will listen and understand. His focus was my recovery and on my victory. I will recommend him to everyone and pray I won’t have to. My situation was very personally and I can’t thank Mr. McLaughlin enough for listening and acting on my behalf.
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16 Jan, 2025 by Larry hatfield
Matt answered all my questions and gave me very sound advice.I would definitely use him going forward.Thank you.
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12 Dec, 2024 by Randy walker
Don Greiwe is a great listener, very good in accessing the problem, sizing it up with applicable law, then properly advising the potential client the best route to take in receiving a favorable outcome. He was open and honest with me about my situation. A decent person and a knowable professional ATTORNEY. He now gets what he deserved from me.
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11 Sep, 2024 by Susan craig
31 May, 2023 by Carl goff
Awesome experience with our case. They couldn’t have made it a better experience.
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06 Apr, 2023 by Lucas hernandez
First and foremost I want to say Mr. Wardell went above and beyond for me. Dec 17th 2021 I was arrested for a charge which Carries a 15yr minimum mandatory along with a few other things. I contacted Mr.Wardell who unlike all the other attorneys I contacted asked me to come into his office and speak with him in person instead of over the phone! We met and spoke and found a number of discrepancies we formulated a game plan and he was hired. Fast forward to Oct 2022 we filed a motion to suppress the courts kept postponing we finally had a hearing Feb 2023 and had a chance to argue our arguments! When I say this man fought tooth and nail in that hearing he fought tooth and nail!! Now let’s fast forward to April 5th 2023 we finally got a ruling! MOTION GRANTED!! All evidence suppressed they violated my 4th amendment rights! Mr. Wardell answered the phone anytime I called always answered my questions and concerns! I highly recommend this man without a doubt 10/10!! Thanks again Mr Wardell!!
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21 Jul, 2020 by Anonymous
Rapidly handled our blindsided medical crisis need to qualify for medicaid long term care program. I had suddenly lost my husband as the man I knew and was looking to lose everything we had worked for. This firm's medicaid case mgr, Jeannie Galloway, took the stress off of my shoulders with patience & compassion for my emotional state of mind. Jeannie patiently explained and answered my many questions thru out the process. When the stakes are high and the need is immediate, this is the firm to hire. So very grateful to Mortellaro Law and Jeannie Galloway for turning my world right-side-up again! Words fail to describe their amazing, amazing work!
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12 Mar, 2020 by Jeannie walter
Folks, Michelangelo is the real deal. I wrote a review a few months ago on behalf of his staff when my father-in-law was in need of Medicaid services, but had not had the pleasure of speaking with the man himself until this morning. What a down-to-earth, caring and honest guy! He and his staff helped us through the maze of Medicaid approval and we were headed down the path for VA approval before my father-in-law unexpectedly passed away. We can't thank Michelangelo and his staff enough for all of their guidance as we navigated through the process. They held our hand every step of the way through a difficult time. We could not have done it without them.Hands down, this is the BEST Elder Care law firm in the entire state of Florida and we are so lucky and appreciative we found them!
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11 Mar, 2020 by Sheri
We can’t thank Michaelangelo and Machelle enough for all the assistance they gave my Mother. For several issues due to the VA they worked endlessly to resolve the problems. I feel they went above and beyond what they expected her case would require. For close to two years they responded to all of our communications, assuring us that they were continuing to strive to get my Mother the benefits she deserved. We are so very thankful for their efforts and it certainly paid off! Thank you, Michaelangelo and Machelle!
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03 Jan, 2018 by Matthew weidner
I've enjoyed knowing Mr. Porto and working with him over the years he truly is a good lawyer who cares about his community.
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14 Sep, 2016 by Michael misa
Mr. Porto has helped me in a business tax issue and is currently advising me and my accountant on a corporate tax issue. Curran is very competent and really represents his clients in a very complex arena.
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21 Oct, 2015 by Anonymous
Curran handled my bankruptcy case very efficiently. He was very knowledgeable and his staff was very polite and helpful. I highly recommend this attorney and law firm.
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11 Mar, 2019 by Anonymous
I live out of state, but due to a contentious contract litigation case I needed a local attorney who I knew would represent me just the same as if I lived in the area. After much research I narrowed down my search to Mr. Denman and after many months I couldn't be happier with my selection. Ron spent considerable time understanding my case before our first call, and once we kicked things off, he never looked back. We prevailed in our case, but without his positive attitude, persistence and commitment to winning things could have bene quite different. If you want someone who is really going to look out for you, you can count on Ron Denman.
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16 Nov, 2017 by Anonymous
Mr. Denman graciously took my libel case even though it was a small case. He was very attentive and caring. He did a thorough job of analyzing the case, writing excellent legal letters and continued to move the case forward with a sense of urgency. He was successful and we obtained the resolution we were looking for. He is a fearless lawyer.
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16 Nov, 2017 by Anonymous
Although I strive to be a self-sufficient person, there comes a point where hiring a professional is the smart thing to do, especially with legal matters. Well, I reached that point; I needed a lawyer.
Ron Denman produced quick results. It was clear that he knew this particular aspect of the law fluently. He developed a sound, assertive legal strategy and communicated it to me in a way that made sense to me. As events unfolded, he adapted our strategy to suit new circumstances which increased our plan's effectiveness. In the end, the strategy had worked- I walked away achieving the ideal outcome.
Another thing that was notable to me: he approached my situation as if he was representing himself. When it comes down to it, it was one of the main reasons that I hired him. I had met with plenty of lawyers, and they all had the right qualifications and plenty of experience. But, I left my initial meeting with Ron feeling that I could trust him to get the job done. That's a big deal. I was obviously looking for someone who was qualified and capable, but what I really wanted was someone who was going to stand up for me and be there every step of the way. There were an incredible amount of stressors throughout the duration of the case, and it made all the difference feeling like the situation was being taken care of.
Since the resolution of my situation, I have thankfully not needed legal representation, but I can say that if I did, I would definitely work with Ron again. Thanks Ron!
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02 Nov, 2015 by Kim
John is very knowledgeable and brought to my attention many areas of concern that I wouldn't have thought of for my estate planning. I would highly recommend him. He shows that he is looking out for the best interest of the client.
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30 Oct, 2015 by Toni
John Grant was very thorough in providing guidance with my elderly father's affairs. He was prompt and efficient with his attention and services. I highly recommend him as an attorney.
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29 Oct, 2015 by Dr. chris
My wife and I had the opportunity to attend one of John's Estate Planning meetings and we were both impressed with the depth and breadth of his presentation. We met with John and had him draw up our estate documents. We had a positive experience and recommend John highly.
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11 Apr, 2017 by Zuzana
My husband and I have found ourselves in a desperate situation dealing with debilitating chronic disease. My husband's health had been declining too fast too soon. I have realized I needed help caring for him. Mrs.Muenter has truly been a godsend for our family. Not only did she help us set up all necessary documents every family should have ( living will, power of attorney etc.) but most importantly, she helped us navigate through the complex matrix of applying for Medicaid long term care for my husband. We just got approved and I can finally feel relieved that we can get some much needed help. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts.
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21 Mar, 2013 by Liz
Kim was incredibly helpful and diligent. She definately made me feel cared for and often went out of her way to get everything done properly and speed up the process of my divorce. This can be a very overwhelming process, but Kim helped me feel at ease and stress free, every step of the way. I absolutely recommend her services to anyone.
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21 Mar, 2013 by Felicia
Attorney Kimberly Muenter made me feel like I was her only client. She always kept me informed, researched laws to help my case, always answered/returned my calls, showed me she was knowledgeable with my case, and always covered all bases before making a decision. She is someone you can trust and when you are dealing with life changes, you need someone on your side that shows interest and concern about your case and about you. I would really recommend her!
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19 Aug, 2016 by Anonymous
John reviewed all my landlord tenant dispute document (lease, county inspection, email and text correspondence, my narrative of the sequence of event) and gave me honest opinion that I'm at fault, advised me to settle with the tenants. It was a very emotional, frightening experience that really clouded my judgement. His honest opinion forced me to face the reality and make the right concession. I was decided to hire him for the settlement offer letter, but the tenants couldn't wait. I had to hurry up and draft the agreement myself and sign with the tenants. But thanks John, your professional opinion was invaluable!
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07 Jun, 2011 by John
John's sage advice and quick grasp of my legal situation in a landlord tenant dispute involving the health of my children due to rat and mold infestation will likely save me hundreds if not thousands of dollars in legal costs. He was astute, personable and possess the highest integrity I have observed in a long time. As a senior military officer, I have come across inumerable professionals from a broad cross section of our government committed to doing what's right. John possess those same qualities in spades. Highest possible endorsement.
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21 Oct, 2009 by Carol
We were selling property and despite all the complications, John systematically figured it all out, negotiated and completed the sale successfully on our grateful behalf. We plan on retaining John Redding for the rest of our lives for all our legal work for contracts and estate trust management. He is a rare find in todays complicated and fast changing world. We highly recommend him.
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25 Mar, 2020 by Brant
I hired Mike to represent myself and my siblings when our fathers second wife looted a trust fund after our father's death. While I very much wanted to recover the trust money, I did not want to spend a lot of time and money to get a judgment against her only to be unable to collect, or to spend more time and money on collection. I explained this to Mike the first time we talked on the phone, and throughout our almost 2 year journey together he never forgot it. All of his actions were geared toward recovery, not a useless moral victory. In the end we did prevail and recovered all our money and had our legal expenses reimbursed. The second wife's attorney had an excellent reputation, so victory was not easy or a foregone conclusion, yet Mike was able to counter them at every turn.
I can't say enough good about Mike, and I recommend him without reservation. I should add that I live in Colorado, so I never met Mike in person. We conducted all of our business via phone and email, and he was always very responsive when I would reach out to him.
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31 Jan, 2016 by Anonymous
In life's journey, every now and then you have the rare privilege to encounter someone who is so incredibly special that they change your future course and make it significantly better.
For us, that person is Attorney Michael R. Kangas of the Philip A. Baumann Law Firm in Tampa, Florida.
Mike Kangas is an incredibly talented professional. He is deeply understanding and compassionate. During our first meeting with him, we immediately recognized that he was the ideal person to represent us.
Mike Kangas has represented us for five and a half years now, and selecting him has been one of the best lifetime decisions we have ever made.
The situation we were in was so incredibly complex that we had to question ourselves whether or not it could be successfully pursued. Our great fortune was that Mike has in-depth knowledge of the law, and, as important, he deeply understands right from wrong. Mike guided us every step through this arduous process, taking the time to ensure we understood the rationale of his efforts on our behalf. In a very detailed manner, he kept us completely involved in the decision-making process.
We soon observed that Mike Kangas would work evenings and weekends on our behalf through this incredibly difficult process. He didn't tell us about this, but we figured it out from the correspondence. Whatever it took, Mike was there for us. What a professional.
Mike has a great sense of humor when warranted. He frequently made us feel so much better as to the ongoing ebb and flow during this lengthy process.
We were also so incredibly fortunate in that Mike is a part of the Phillip A. Baumann Law Firm. Mr. Baumann is an incredibly talented, knowledgeable, professional attorney, and one heck of a fine leader. Only a great leader can create the environment that enables his entire staff to absolutely excel. His Super-Star assistant, Rebecca, has been so incredibly helpful, compassionate, and understanding throughout this process as our Paralegal. The Baumann Law Firm represents clients throughout Florida.
In the strongest possible recommendation we know how to make, Mike Kangas of the Phillip A. Baumann Law Firm should be one's first choice in selecting legal representation, especially for any aspect of Probate, Trusts, and Estate Law.
In any endeavor, this level of pure professionalism doesn't come around very often in today's world. In our case, we are so very, very grateful Mike Kangas and the Baumann Law Firm was, is, and will remain there for us.
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14 Jun, 2014 by Anonymous
Michael Kangas represented my daughter and me in a case involving the settlement of a trust. Our attorney here in Kentucky recommended him to us as we needed someone who was licensed to practice in Florida. Throughout the period in question (11 months), Michael was invaluable in keeping us informed with emails and phone calls. We always felt that our best interests were well represented. I would not hesitate to call on him again or recommend him to someone should the occasion present itself.
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09 Jan, 2025 by Kenshi
Mr Buda was friendly, concise, and answered questions I did not know I had. He went far beyond what would be considered reasonable. His knowledge was incredibly helpful. Thank you.
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06 Nov, 2024 by Perla gutierrez
Martin and his team were super nice very professional and caring help us get a great settlement we are very great full that we found him when we needed him. Definitely recommend him and his team🥰
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06 Nov, 2024 by Perla gutierrez
My family and I are very happy. Everything was good and we loved the great service.
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31 Oct, 2024 by Sylvio paulema
21 Aug, 2024 by Alfred noga lubin
The best lawyer en miami
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23 May, 2024 by Anji mervil
From my consultation to the settlement, he was very informative, courteous and I’m beyond satisfied with the results regarding case. Definitely a plus that he is fluent in Creole, its been a pleasure being represented by my people! 🇭🇹
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09 Jun, 2016 by Kaileen
Mr. Diecidue has been my attorney,since I was referred to him my Aida, My personal attorney. After the dead of my husband, we obtained him to oversee my estate. I am so very pleased of all the work that he has done with my case and all the other legal matters, I needed him to help with. He is an amazingly Superb lawyer. There is no question to big or to small for him to take his time out and contact you for. I recommend him to anyone as an excellent attorney. From the bottom of my heart I would like to thank you for everything you have done for me, may God bless you and thanks you for all you have done.
-Kaileen, kyle
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14 Jan, 2025 by Vilma morales
Nosotros la familia Mateo-Morales estamos muy agradecidos con sus orientaciones con nuestros asuntos legales,todo claro y correcto y sobretodo la humildad que demostraron en todo,mil gracias.
Nos sentimos muy honrados en ser sus clientes.
Bonito día y feliz año!!!!!!
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22 Nov, 2024 by Milagros perez
Amabilidad, Rapidez y muy profesional.
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07 Nov, 2024 by Norma maisonet
Estoy muy agradecida por la ayuda que me brindó. Muy profesional y te guían de la mano en todo el proceso. Se la recomiendo. Muchas gracias por su ayuda.
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14 Jan, 2025 by Vilma morales
Nosotros la familia Mateo-Morales estamos muy agradecidos con sus orientaciones con nuestros asuntos legales,todo claro y correcto y sobretodo la humildad que demostraron en todo,mil gracias.
Nos sentimos muy honrados en ser sus clientes.
Bonito día y feliz año!!!!!!
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22 Nov, 2024 by Milagros perez
Amabilidad, Rapidez y muy profesional.
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07 Nov, 2024 by Norma maisonet
Estoy muy agradecida por la ayuda que me brindó. Muy profesional y te guían de la mano en todo el proceso. Se la recomiendo. Muchas gracias por su ayuda.
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28 Feb, 2024 by Michael bayern
I have known Brian Eves, an attorney with this law firm, as a professional colleague for a number of years. I have known Brian to be a great attorney. He has top notch legal analysis skills and is board certified in construction law. I would not hesitate to recommend Mr. Eves for your legal needs.
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26 Dec, 2023 by Tim neubert
21 Nov, 2019 by Thomas h. yates
10 Feb, 2025 by Victoria baigush
I sincerely want to thank Emel Ersan Law Office for their professionalism and efficiency. My case was quite complex, but Emel always knew exactly what to do, even in the most challenging situations. She is a true expert in her field—clear, concise, and absolutely the best. I truly appreciate her support and outstanding work!
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06 Feb, 2025 by Branka ik
As someone who recently went through the immigration process, I can say that hiring lawyer Emel Ersan was one of the best decisions I made. She basically saved me a lot of money and time. Definitely the best immigration lawyer!
After many consultations with other lawyers we found out Emel Ersan. Unlike the others she was so confident, made this process easy and stress free and the most important thing I am extremely satisfied with the results. I highly recommend her for anyone in need of immigration legal services.
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27 Jan, 2025 by Medhat makram
She is professional, knowledgeable, and worked very hard to win our case. She explained everything clearly and made the process stress free. I’m so grateful for her help and dedication. If you need a lawyer who truly cares I highly recommend her she is the best!
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12 Dec, 2024 by Juan r
Anthony Rickman is truly the best in the business! He’s punctual, communicates effectively, and works tirelessly to get the job done. Highly recommend his services!
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05 Dec, 2024 by Sean edwards
When you hire Anthony Rickman (and his firm)you feel like you're being represented by a good friend and that you're not just a client. I did not have representation initially not realizing my legal situation needed an attorney and not only an attorney a good one. Once I hired Anthony the slow legal process I was stuck in without his help, then moved swiftly and smoothly. The results he got on my charges were greater than expected. He made what seemed impossible, possible. Do yourself and your pocketbook a favor and call Anthony first. If you have spoken to other attorneys and still need representation, then call him next.
Sean Edwards
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20 Nov, 2024 by Danielle albright
27 Dec, 2024 by Nicole maulucci
We had a death in the family and needed help navigating through the probate process. Micheal and Erin were very helpful with this process. They walked us through step by step from moment go. If we had questions or concerns, they were very responsive and had alot of insight. We were very worried that we were going to be stressed out with an already stressful situation. Micheal and Erin were very informative and made the process flow easily. I would definitely recommend using them.
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11 Dec, 2024 by Akhila k
I worked with Erin, who was approachable, understanding, professional, and friendly. She showed great patience, listened to our concerns, and valued our opinions. The process was smooth and seamless. Erin is highly knowledgeable, provided excellent advice, and offered fairly priced services. Both Erin and Michael were exceptional, and I would highly recommend their services to anyone seeking reliable and compassionate assistance.
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05 Nov, 2024 by David banner
Juan was absolutely fantastic to work with! He was knowledgeable, patient, and genuinely cared about my case.
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27 Dec, 2024 by Nicole maulucci
We had a death in the family and needed help navigating through the probate process. Micheal and Erin were very helpful with this process. They walked us through step by step from moment go. If we had questions or concerns, they were very responsive and had alot of insight. We were very worried that we were going to be stressed out with an already stressful situation. Micheal and Erin were very informative and made the process flow easily. I would definitely recommend using them.
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11 Dec, 2024 by Akhila k
I worked with Erin, who was approachable, understanding, professional, and friendly. She showed great patience, listened to our concerns, and valued our opinions. The process was smooth and seamless. Erin is highly knowledgeable, provided excellent advice, and offered fairly priced services. Both Erin and Michael were exceptional, and I would highly recommend their services to anyone seeking reliable and compassionate assistance.
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05 Nov, 2024 by David banner
Juan was absolutely fantastic to work with! He was knowledgeable, patient, and genuinely cared about my case.
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20 Aug, 2024 by Mike lista
Just can’t say enough about this Law Firm. My wife and I needed to get our Future in order with our estate and life savings, something that took a lifetime to achieve. We contacted Four Rivers on the advice of a friend who had used them previously and it proved to be great advice. Our call to the office received an immediate response from Mr Southron and all of our questions and concerns were answered. They took the time to explain everything in detail in a manner that was very easy to understand. Abigail Foster was very prompt with getting the completed paperwork to us, where we could finally have piece of mind knowing everyone of our final wishes were taken care of in the future. Their price was very reasonable and we would recommend them HIGHLY. Thanks!!!!!
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16 Aug, 2024 by Tania patone
My experience with this firm was great. The team is very attentive and quick to respond to my needs and queries. I was able to discuss my concerns and receive informative information before making any decisions.
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16 Aug, 2024 by Chris walters
Four Rivers Law is great! The Attorney discussed my case with me the same day I called. Very responsive!
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15 Jan, 2025 by Franklyann cohen
I was hesitant to start the divorce process and after reading the reviews about the Sherer Law Firm I scheduled a call with Mrs.Sherer. She was not only a force to be reckoned with but a knowledgeable and supportive lawyer. Her paralegal Ms.Watson was always so pleasant and precise with anything she did. I highly recommend the Sherer Law firm for their dedication, patience and willingness to make sure all of my wishes were met.
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13 Dec, 2024 by Corey anderson
LaTerria and her team were really great throughout my experience with them. I really felt taken care of, and that she cared about my case. I would absolutely recommend her and use her for any legal needs and the future and I plan to!
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07 Dec, 2024 by Andre gary
Great Lawyer! Handled my case quickly and exceeded my expectations! They treated me like family! I can’t say thank you enough!
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What a Trusts Lawyer Can Do for You
A trusts lawyer specializes in creating and managing trusts, which are legal entities that allow individuals to transfer assets to beneficiaries while maintaining control over how and when those assets are distributed. Trusts are used for estate planning, asset protection, tax planning, and ensuring the financial security of loved ones. Trusts lawyers help clients choose the right type of trust for their needs, draft trust documents, and advise on the administration and management of trusts.
Whether you're planning to pass on your assets to your heirs, protect your wealth from creditors, or provide for a disabled family member, a trusts lawyer can help you establish a trust that meets your financial and personal goals.
When Should I Hire a Trusts Lawyer?
You should consider hiring a trusts lawyer in various situations, particularly when you're planning for the future distribution of your assets or protecting your wealth. Common reasons to hire a trusts lawyer include:
- Estate planning: If you want to ensure that your assets are distributed according to your wishes, a lawyer can help you create a revocable or irrevocable trust to avoid probate and provide for your heirs.
- Asset protection: If you want to protect your assets from creditors, lawsuits, or potential future liabilities, a lawyer can help you establish a trust to shield your wealth.
- Special needs planning: If you have a disabled family member, a lawyer can create a special needs trust to provide for their care without affecting their eligibility for government benefits.
- Tax planning: If you're looking to minimize estate taxes or manage tax liabilities, a lawyer can help you create tax-advantageous trusts, such as a credit shelter trust or charitable remainder trust.
- Charitable giving: If you want to leave a legacy through charitable donations, a lawyer can help you set up a charitable trust to ensure your donations are managed according to your wishes.
- Business succession planning: If you own a business and want to ensure a smooth transition of ownership, a lawyer can help you establish a trust to pass the business on to your heirs or chosen successors.
Hiring a trusts lawyer early in the estate planning process ensures that your assets are protected and your wishes are clearly documented, reducing the chances of disputes after your death.
What Does a Trusts Lawyer Do?
A trusts lawyer provides a variety of legal services to help individuals create, manage, and administer trusts. Their responsibilities often include:
- Drafting trust documents: Preparing the legal documents needed to create the trust, ensuring it is tailored to your specific goals and complies with state and federal laws.
- Choosing the right type of trust: Assisting clients in selecting the most appropriate type of trust for their needs, whether it's a revocable trust, irrevocable trust, living trust, or special needs trust.
- Trust administration: Guiding trustees through their legal responsibilities, including managing assets, making distributions to beneficiaries, and filing tax returns.
- Modifying or terminating trusts: Helping modify or terminate trusts if circumstances change, such as changes in tax laws, family situations, or personal preferences.
- Protecting beneficiaries' interests: Structuring trusts to protect the interests of beneficiaries, especially if there are concerns about financial management, disability, or dependency issues.
- Minimizing estate taxes: Assisting clients in structuring their trusts to minimize or avoid estate taxes, ensuring more of the estate passes to beneficiaries.
- Handling disputes: Mediating or representing clients in court if disputes arise among beneficiaries or between trustees and beneficiaries.
How Are Trusts Lawyers Paid?
Trusts lawyers typically charge for their services based on the complexity of the trust and the type of legal work involved. Common payment methods include:
- Flat fee: For drafting basic trusts, such as revocable living trusts or special needs trusts, many lawyers charge a flat fee. This can range from $1,000 to $5,000 or more, depending on the complexity of the trust.
- Hourly rate: For more complex trust planning, ongoing trust administration, or resolving disputes, some lawyers charge by the hour. Hourly rates typically range from $150 to $500 or more, depending on the lawyer’s experience and location.
- Retainer: For long-term trust administration or complex estate planning cases, some lawyers may require a retainer, an upfront payment that covers ongoing services.
- Contingency fee (rare): In rare cases, particularly in disputes involving the administration of a trust, lawyers may work on a contingency fee basis, getting paid only if they successfully recover funds or resolve a legal dispute in your favor.
Always discuss the fee structure with your lawyer during the initial consultation to understand the total cost of services.
How Much Does a Trusts Lawyer Cost?
The cost of hiring a trusts lawyer depends on the complexity of the trust, the lawyer’s experience, and the fee structure. General cost estimates include:
- Basic trust creation: For simple trusts, such as revocable living trusts, fees may range from $1,000 to $3,000.
- Complex trust creation: For sophisticated estate plans involving multiple trusts, tax planning strategies, or special needs considerations, legal fees may range from $5,000 to $10,000 or more.
- Trust administration: If you are serving as a trustee and need ongoing legal advice, hourly rates for trust administration can range from $150 to $500 or more.
- Dispute resolution: Costs for litigation or mediation in trust disputes may range from $5,000 to $50,000 or more, depending on the complexity of the case.
Be sure to get a detailed cost estimate from your lawyer during the consultation to ensure the services fit within your budget.
Top Questions to Ask a Trusts Lawyer
Before hiring a trusts lawyer, consider asking the following questions:
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What experience do you have with creating trusts?
Ensure the lawyer has experience drafting trusts and managing trust administration for clients with similar goals or asset structures. -
What types of trusts do you recommend for my situation?
Ask the lawyer to explain the different types of trusts available and which ones best suit your needs. -
How do you charge for your services?
Clarify the fee structure and request an estimate of the total cost. -
What are the tax implications of the trust?
Ensure the lawyer can explain how the trust will affect your taxes and strategies to minimize tax liability. -
How long will it take to set up the trust?
Ask for a timeline for creating and finalizing the trust documents. -
Will you handle the trust administration?
If ongoing management is required, inquire whether the lawyer will assist with trust administration or if you'll need a separate trustee. -
Can you help resolve disputes if they arise?
Ask about the lawyer's experience in resolving trust disputes.
How to Check the Credibility of a Trusts Lawyer
To ensure you are hiring a reputable trusts lawyer, take the following steps:
- Verify their bar status: Check with your state bar association to confirm the lawyer is licensed and has no disciplinary actions.
- Look for trust law experience: Review their website or professional profile to ensure they specialize in estate planning and trusts.
- Read client reviews and testimonials: Look for feedback on platforms like Avvo, Martindale-Hubbell, or Google.
- Ask for references: Request references from past clients who can speak to their experience with the lawyer.
- Check for certifications: Look for certifications such as Certified Estate Planning Law Specialist (EPLS) or memberships in organizations like the American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys (AAEPA).
What Should I Prepare for My First Consultation?
To make the most of your first consultation with a trusts lawyer, bring the following:
- List of assets: Prepare a list of all your assets, including real estate, bank accounts, investments, retirement accounts, and personal property.
- List of beneficiaries: Provide names and contact information of individuals or organizations you want to name as beneficiaries.
- Existing estate planning documents: Bring copies of any existing wills, trusts, or other estate planning documents.
- Financial information: Bring financial statements, tax returns, and other relevant financial documentation.
- Questions for the lawyer: Prepare a list of questions about the trust creation process, fees, and how the trust will protect your assets and beneficiaries.
- Goals for the trust: Clearly outline your objectives, such as asset protection, tax minimization, or provisions for beneficiaries, so the lawyer can tailor the trust to your needs.
By preparing thoroughly for your consultation, you can help the lawyer assess your situation effectively and receive the best possible legal advice for creating and managing your trust.
