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05 Jan, 2024 by Anonymous
Mr. Hobbs & his team were excellent in giving advice regarding my estate planning as well as completing the job in a very timely manner.
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29 Aug, 2023 by R sauers
24 Aug, 2023 by Steven
Chester and his group were very professional with many ideas for us to consider. They made things easy to understand. My family uses their services and I would highly recommend them to anyone.
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18 Dec, 2024 by Lori savko perdue
Maureen is awesome! She helped us with our Wills, Estate and Financial legal documents. Really terrific, patient, explains everything!
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22 Oct, 2024 by Azariah hill
I had a fantastic experience with the Law Offices of Markey & Orsi! The staff is not only incredibly friendly but also exceptionally knowledgeable. They made me feel welcome from the moment I walked in, and their willingness to answer all my questions put me at ease. Their expertise shone through in every interaction, and I truly appreciated their guidance throughout the process. If you’re looking for a law office where you’ll be treated like family while receiving top-notch service, I highly recommend Markey & Orsi!
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25 Jul, 2024 by Mustafa tubeone pali
el mejor servicio respetuoso dando la bienvenida a todos y saben atender a los clientes haciendo el mejor corte y limpieza del cabello gracias habibi
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05 Dec, 2024 by Lorrie delpizzo
Rob Sullivan was great to work with. Very efficient. I highly recommend Stouffer Legal.
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25 Nov, 2024 by Michael andrews
Estate Planning. Kelsey is extremely knowledgeable and accommodating.
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29 Oct, 2024 by Dawn white
So far, my experience with Stouffer Legal has been great. The team is extremely friendly, kind, and patient. I had no clue on how to manage the death of my husband and his estate planning with the help of the Stouffer Legal team. I am on the right path to finding out everything that needs to be done.
If you are looking for a legal team that is kind, compassionate, understanding, patient, and listens to your concerns, this is the estate legal firm you need.
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05 Dec, 2024 by Lorrie delpizzo
Rob Sullivan was great to work with. Very efficient. I highly recommend Stouffer Legal.
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25 Nov, 2024 by Michael andrews
Estate Planning. Kelsey is extremely knowledgeable and accommodating.
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29 Oct, 2024 by Dawn white
So far, my experience with Stouffer Legal has been great. The team is extremely friendly, kind, and patient. I had no clue on how to manage the death of my husband and his estate planning with the help of the Stouffer Legal team. I am on the right path to finding out everything that needs to be done.
If you are looking for a legal team that is kind, compassionate, understanding, patient, and listens to your concerns, this is the estate legal firm you need.
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12 May, 2020 by Anonymous
My mother had passed, and I needed advice on how to proceed with closing her estate. I had to use a phone consult because of our covid stay-at-home orders. Victor was excellent - very precise and professional. He gave some great advice on what to look out for and what we needed to do. He did not try to sell more services than what we needed with her simple estate. I appreciated and followed his advice.
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13 Jul, 2019 by Srs
Victor and the entire SinclairProsser staff were very professional and responsive in handling the estate of our father. We were carefully guided and kept well informed through the entire process which was essential given that we live out of state. We are grateful for the excellent service that we received.
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27 Aug, 2017 by Laudine c
From the very first meeting with Victor Lembo & assistant staff was always responsive to my many questions as the widow -- especially questions of “ what happens next?”. Responsiveness was especially important while I was living in both Maryland & Florida.
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23 Sep, 2011 by Joe
As a result of the excellent legal advice, guidance, empathy and compassion I received from Kimberly Battaglia and her paralegal, Ricky, I was able to obtain the 24/7 nursing care my mother was in desperate need of within a few short months. This may sound "routine" but it certainly is not. Our family of numerous siblings had tried and failed for four years to provide needed care for Mom at home while trying to cut through the legal, financial & government red tape of Medicare & Medicaid on our own. Without adequate knowledge, this proved to be one of the most time consuming and frustrating experiences of our lives. The ongoing & overwhelming stress was destroying our family from within. From the outset, Kim & Ricky assured me they would help us obtain the quality care we were seeking for Mom and just as importantly, relieve our family of the huge financial burden, and yes fear, of what we faced without obtaining Medicaid approval. Kim successfully accomplished all she had promised. Without Kim's concern and expert legal guidance, my lifetime retirement savings would have been lost in order to pay for private nursing care for Mom. Do yourself and your family a favor by retaining Kim to lead you out of the legal elder care wilderness and into the sunshine of peace of mind, relief and happiness that comes with knowing your loved one is being properly cared for while also protecting you from certain financial disaster.
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22 Sep, 2011 by Anonymous
With Ms. Battaglia's assistance I was able to successfully apply for Long Term Care Medical Assistance for my father back in February 2011. I was also able to allocate my father's income to my mother, which was truly the best part of the plan Ms. Battaglia laid out for me. Now my father is being taken care of at the care facility and my mother can still maintain her lifestyle at home. We also worked with a paralegal who helped coordinate the information Ms. Battaglia needed to process the application for benefits. They worked together as a team, which helped to keep the costs down. The entire process went very smoothly and the cost for all of the legal services were less than one month of paying the facility privately!
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14 May, 2009 by Anonymous
very compassionate, knowledgeable and prompt
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09 Jan, 2025 by Nic kamau
09 Jan, 2025 by Jaci gachukia
Attorney Scott was able to help us where we needed a lawyer for traffic offense that was punishable by jail term. He was available and knowledgeable when we needed him. I recommend him.
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24 Dec, 2024 by Stephen johnson
God blesses people in different ways. These guys were my blessings. They're very caring and dependable in every way. They took care of everything from start to finish with me and ended with great results. I would recommend them to anyone and everyone. I pray for their future endeavors. God bless them.
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23 Jan, 2025 by Jessica bailey
Julius was very informative, so helpful in getting me divorced. It was quick and easy. If you have limited childcare he does consultations over video chat, and his office is right in town for meetings, to discuss the simplest way to get your needs taken care of. Julius is friendly, knowledgeable, and I am so happy he took the time to represent me, and help me get my divorce taken care of! Give him a call, you will not be disappointed!!!
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22 Jan, 2025 by Sanjol basel
I highly recommend Blattner Family Law Group! Mr. Julius, Ms. Autumn, and Ms. Reagan were incredibly supportive, professional, and compassionate throughout my case. They took the time to understand my situation, kept me informed every step of the way, and always made me feel heard. Their expertise and dedication led to a favorable outcome, and I couldn’t be more grateful. If you need a legal team that truly cares about you, look no further!
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07 Jan, 2025 by Dennis bullock-bey
They were very professional at a good price. I really enjoyed my experience with this Law Firm.
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04 Jun, 2024 by Robin griffin
The staff that I worked with were very professional and did a great job assisting me with my estate matters. The retainer requested was more than was originally quoted but other than that, I was overall very satisfied with the work they did for me and would recommend them to others.
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23 Apr, 2024 by Lindsay hill
13 Feb, 2024 by Gary wah
My parents and I have dealt with HFF Legal for about 30 years. Always valuable and sound advise.
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23 Dec, 2024 by Robert daly
If you are looking for caring and exceptional lawyers, I highly recommend the Whitney LLP Group. They kept me informed at every step of the process and truly cared about my case. If there were six stars, I would give them all six!
Thank you to everyone at the Whitney Group for all their hard work and for achieving such a wonderful outcome.
Robert Daly
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18 Dec, 2024 by Courtpaperworkserver2024
If you are looking for caring and exceptional lawyers, I highly recommend the Whitney LLP Group. They kept me informed at every step of the process and truly cared about0 my case. If there were six stars, I would give them all six!
Thank you to everyone at the Whitney Group for all their hard work and for achieving such a wonderful outcome.
Robert Daly
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31 Oct, 2024 by Joe picone
From the get go, the Whitney Law Firm gave me precise instructions on how to handle my case. I purchased a car online from a dealership in Maryland ( I'm from California). They hid a major mechanical flaw, making the vehicle worthless. I was guided to Whitney for representation. Before even representing me, they told me where to file a case with the Maryland MVA. It took a few months, but the MVA found in my favor. Dan Whitney Jr. stepped in at that point, took over, and reclaimed every dime I had spent on this endeavor, even getting my legal fees back. Dan is a man of his word. Everything he told me came to pass, & I could not be happier. I highly recommend the Whitney Law Firm, & I would not hesitate to use them again. Top shelf people & business.
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11 Dec, 2024 by Ray mcgowan
Wasserman White Family Law provided excellent insight and advice throughout a challenging experience! I felt prepared at every step of the process!
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24 Jul, 2024 by The prolific maryland kid
12 Jul, 2024 by Shelley-rose moghrabi
That won't happen to me, I said. I am not of that race, nationality, or ethnicity, and so I did not speak out. That won’t happen to me, I said, I don’t practice that religion, and so I did not speak out. That won’t happen to me, I said, I’m not of that sexual orientation, and so I did not speak out. That won’t happen to me, I said, I’m not part of that income bracket, and so I did not speak out. That won’t happen to me, I said, I don’t have that disability, and so I did not speak out. That won’t happen to me, I said, until it was physically in my face, had me backed into a corner, and was spewing utter vitriol at me. That won't happen to me, I said, he'd never lay a hand on me, until one day the physical aggression caused me physical pain and injury. That won’t happen to me, I said, until thirteen months ago, when I found myself on the phone with a domestic violence hotline. That won’t happen to me, I said, until thirteen months ago, when I found myself hurriedly packing a bag and fleeing my home, and boarding an aircraft out of state, because I feared for my life and safety. Fifty years ago, when my mother and her family escaped their war-torn country with nothing but the clothes on their backs and one bag per person due to religious persecution, I never imagined that one day, fifty years into the future, that I too would one day find myself following in her footsteps, quite literally.
I never imagined that I would one day find myself fleeing my home with nothing but the clothes on my back and one small carry-on bag, and boarding a same-day aircraft bound for 1,000+ miles away, because I too feared for my life and safety. Thirteen months ago, when I found myself on the phone with a local domestic violence agency in my state, I never imagined that the proverbial door would get slammed in my face, on the basis that I earned too much money to qualify for any help or support. Since I was born and raised abroad, and with my own family still living halfway around the world, it was in that moment that I truly realized, and that it genuinely sunk in, that I was going to be completely and entirely alone in the process of escaping the cycle of violence.
In 1848, divorce was practically unheard of. Most states had fault-based divorce laws outlining the requirements and criteria permitting divorce: lunacy, adultery, desertion, or cruelty. This meant that couples could only pursue divorce IF they could prove, in a court of law, that one or the other had committed one of these offenses. However, given the laws (or lack thereof) governing women's rights and freedoms at the time, divorce was far more complex for women, as they remained at risk of being unable to regain their last names, unable to retain property acquired prior to their marriage, or unable to obtain custody of their children. These fault-based grounds are in stark contrast to the no-fault system that exists across most states today. Today, after decades of tireless advocacy, and thanks to incredible attorneys like Laurie Wasserman and Virginia Yeoman, people are no longer required to remain shackled to their spouses, and have the freedom to escape the cycle of violence. Thanks to the fabulous support of Laurie and Virginia, I've not only been able to survive, but I am slowly on my way to thriving again. The words "happiness" and "divorce" are the last two words you'd expect to see in the same sentence, but that is exactly what Virginia and Laurie have facilitated for me.
For anyone considering engaging the services of Laurie Wasserman and her team, from the bottom of my heart, I wholeheartedly recommend them and their entire office. They'll not only save your life, but they will also help re-unlock your door to freedom, health, independence, and joy again.
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23 Jan, 2024 by Rachel bridgeman
28 Jul, 2020 by William goode
09 May, 2020 by Shereé tilley
09 Jan, 2025 by Nic kamau
09 Jan, 2025 by Jaci gachukia
Attorney Scott was able to help us where we needed a lawyer for traffic offense that was punishable by jail term. He was available and knowledgeable when we needed him. I recommend him.
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24 Dec, 2024 by Stephen johnson
God blesses people in different ways. These guys were my blessings. They're very caring and dependable in every way. They took care of everything from start to finish with me and ended with great results. I would recommend them to anyone and everyone. I pray for their future endeavors. God bless them.
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13 Feb, 2025 by Timothy williams
Kevin Carr ,Esq.I would like to express my sincere gratitude for the exceptional legal services you provided during my personal injury case. Your thorough approach and clear communication helped me feel confident and supported throughout the entire process. Thank you for your outstanding representation. It was a pleasure working with you,and I will not hesitate to recommend your services to others who may need legal assistance in the future. Warn regards, Timothy williams.
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09 Feb, 2025 by T roy
Mr. Kafka really cares and does diligent research on your case. He’s very honest. He also is knowledgeable of States Attorney Office, having been a former public defender. He is resourceful and quick in getting needed records, body cams and files. He knows what motions need to be filed. He does a great job of communicating and keeping you informed.
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31 Jan, 2025 by Latoya jackson-taylor
Tell all your family and friends. This lawfirm is honest, dedicated, responsive and comforting during a very complicated and stressful situation. 5 stars all the way down to the people who answer the phones. Arian was my attorney and Grace was my case manager. 5 Star Service. God bless you all
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13 Feb, 2025 by Timothy williams
Kevin Carr ,Esq.I would like to express my sincere gratitude for the exceptional legal services you provided during my personal injury case. Your thorough approach and clear communication helped me feel confident and supported throughout the entire process. Thank you for your outstanding representation. It was a pleasure working with you,and I will not hesitate to recommend your services to others who may need legal assistance in the future. Warn regards, Timothy williams.
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09 Feb, 2025 by T roy
Mr. Kafka really cares and does diligent research on your case. He’s very honest. He also is knowledgeable of States Attorney Office, having been a former public defender. He is resourceful and quick in getting needed records, body cams and files. He knows what motions need to be filed. He does a great job of communicating and keeping you informed.
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31 Jan, 2025 by Latoya jackson-taylor
Tell all your family and friends. This lawfirm is honest, dedicated, responsive and comforting during a very complicated and stressful situation. 5 stars all the way down to the people who answer the phones. Arian was my attorney and Grace was my case manager. 5 Star Service. God bless you all
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16 Jan, 2025 by Michael luhrman (mj)
Jack has represented me for the last 13 years or so. Jack, in my book, is a rare find for a lawyer. My freedom has been in his hands many times, and he has done right by me every time. Before Jack, I had other lawyers for who I was, just another case, or they would judge me for whatever crime I had committed. Jack always treated me like a man who did something stupid and got caught. I remember Jack telling the judge, " Your honor, my client is a good man who has a good job and works hard but sometimes makes stupid decisions." That wasn't just his defense; that was how he truly felt. So, if you want a Great lawyer who knows the laws and treats you like the person you are, Turnbull Brockmeyer Law Group is who you want on your side.
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03 Jan, 2025 by Shipley homes
Jack is awesome! He stepped in on a matter that needed immediate action and was able to get it done even quicker than expected and thoroughly! Both sides of the matter walked away happy. I strongly recommend Jack, you'll be well taken care of!
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30 Dec, 2024 by Sabrina cooley
25 Sep, 2023 by Jonathan
John Robinson and Felicia were absolutely fantastic to work with and I highly recommend them!
John was very honest, knowledgeable, responsive, and took the time to fully understand my situation and patiently answer all my questions. I felt I was in good hands with John and he took care of my situation promptly.
I really can’t say enough good things about my experience with John and his team.
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19 Mar, 2023 by Brian s
11 Mar, 2023 by Kimberly holland
John Robinson helped my family clear up 2 Florida trusts containing Maryland property. To say it was complicated, is putting it mildly. John never padded his bill, working very quickly to come to a favorable solution. This is the second time I have retained Sims & Campbell, particularly John Robinson l. I highly recommend this firm.
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24 Feb, 2025 by Windowtintz
Told me a prices on the phone and told me more after wasting my gas he was very hard to deal with
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11 Feb, 2025 by Kenny davis
17 Dec, 2024 by Muk muk
Best lawyer in the world takes care of business gets straight to the point shows up on time and is great with his clients I suggest you use Jerry Mr Get It Done !
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04 Jun, 2024 by Robin griffin
The staff that I worked with were very professional and did a great job assisting me with my estate matters. The retainer requested was more than was originally quoted but other than that, I was overall very satisfied with the work they did for me and would recommend them to others.
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23 Apr, 2024 by Lindsay hill
13 Feb, 2024 by Gary wah
My parents and I have dealt with HFF Legal for about 30 years. Always valuable and sound advise.
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08 Oct, 2024 by Sterling hardy
Great service
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29 Aug, 2024 by Ayanna martin
Received a great accident refund for my son and I from Mr. Peter McDowell! Thank you!
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16 May, 2024 by Christina mantzouris
I would recommend anyone to the law office of Peter T. McDowell. He's a consummate professional, who will go above and beyond to listen to your story and help you seek the justice and compensation you deserve. He and his office were prompt and professional every step of the way and went out of their way to make my injury case as easy as possible and to make sure I got proper and justified compensation. I would give 6 stars if I could!
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23 Dec, 2024 by Robert daly
If you are looking for caring and exceptional lawyers, I highly recommend the Whitney LLP Group. They kept me informed at every step of the process and truly cared about my case. If there were six stars, I would give them all six!
Thank you to everyone at the Whitney Group for all their hard work and for achieving such a wonderful outcome.
Robert Daly
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18 Dec, 2024 by Courtpaperworkserver2024
If you are looking for caring and exceptional lawyers, I highly recommend the Whitney LLP Group. They kept me informed at every step of the process and truly cared about0 my case. If there were six stars, I would give them all six!
Thank you to everyone at the Whitney Group for all their hard work and for achieving such a wonderful outcome.
Robert Daly
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31 Oct, 2024 by Joe picone
From the get go, the Whitney Law Firm gave me precise instructions on how to handle my case. I purchased a car online from a dealership in Maryland ( I'm from California). They hid a major mechanical flaw, making the vehicle worthless. I was guided to Whitney for representation. Before even representing me, they told me where to file a case with the Maryland MVA. It took a few months, but the MVA found in my favor. Dan Whitney Jr. stepped in at that point, took over, and reclaimed every dime I had spent on this endeavor, even getting my legal fees back. Dan is a man of his word. Everything he told me came to pass, & I could not be happier. I highly recommend the Whitney Law Firm, & I would not hesitate to use them again. Top shelf people & business.
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23 Dec, 2024 by Robert daly
If you are looking for caring and exceptional lawyers, I highly recommend the Whitney LLP Group. They kept me informed at every step of the process and truly cared about my case. If there were six stars, I would give them all six!
Thank you to everyone at the Whitney Group for all their hard work and for achieving such a wonderful outcome.
Robert Daly
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18 Dec, 2024 by Courtpaperworkserver2024
If you are looking for caring and exceptional lawyers, I highly recommend the Whitney LLP Group. They kept me informed at every step of the process and truly cared about0 my case. If there were six stars, I would give them all six!
Thank you to everyone at the Whitney Group for all their hard work and for achieving such a wonderful outcome.
Robert Daly
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31 Oct, 2024 by Joe picone
From the get go, the Whitney Law Firm gave me precise instructions on how to handle my case. I purchased a car online from a dealership in Maryland ( I'm from California). They hid a major mechanical flaw, making the vehicle worthless. I was guided to Whitney for representation. Before even representing me, they told me where to file a case with the Maryland MVA. It took a few months, but the MVA found in my favor. Dan Whitney Jr. stepped in at that point, took over, and reclaimed every dime I had spent on this endeavor, even getting my legal fees back. Dan is a man of his word. Everything he told me came to pass, & I could not be happier. I highly recommend the Whitney Law Firm, & I would not hesitate to use them again. Top shelf people & business.
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23 Dec, 2024 by Robert daly
If you are looking for caring and exceptional lawyers, I highly recommend the Whitney LLP Group. They kept me informed at every step of the process and truly cared about my case. If there were six stars, I would give them all six!
Thank you to everyone at the Whitney Group for all their hard work and for achieving such a wonderful outcome.
Robert Daly
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18 Dec, 2024 by Courtpaperworkserver2024
If you are looking for caring and exceptional lawyers, I highly recommend the Whitney LLP Group. They kept me informed at every step of the process and truly cared about0 my case. If there were six stars, I would give them all six!
Thank you to everyone at the Whitney Group for all their hard work and for achieving such a wonderful outcome.
Robert Daly
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31 Oct, 2024 by Joe picone
From the get go, the Whitney Law Firm gave me precise instructions on how to handle my case. I purchased a car online from a dealership in Maryland ( I'm from California). They hid a major mechanical flaw, making the vehicle worthless. I was guided to Whitney for representation. Before even representing me, they told me where to file a case with the Maryland MVA. It took a few months, but the MVA found in my favor. Dan Whitney Jr. stepped in at that point, took over, and reclaimed every dime I had spent on this endeavor, even getting my legal fees back. Dan is a man of his word. Everything he told me came to pass, & I could not be happier. I highly recommend the Whitney Law Firm, & I would not hesitate to use them again. Top shelf people & business.
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11 Dec, 2024 by Ray mcgowan
Wasserman White Family Law provided excellent insight and advice throughout a challenging experience! I felt prepared at every step of the process!
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24 Jul, 2024 by The prolific maryland kid
12 Jul, 2024 by Shelley-rose moghrabi
That won't happen to me, I said. I am not of that race, nationality, or ethnicity, and so I did not speak out. That won’t happen to me, I said, I don’t practice that religion, and so I did not speak out. That won’t happen to me, I said, I’m not of that sexual orientation, and so I did not speak out. That won’t happen to me, I said, I’m not part of that income bracket, and so I did not speak out. That won’t happen to me, I said, I don’t have that disability, and so I did not speak out. That won’t happen to me, I said, until it was physically in my face, had me backed into a corner, and was spewing utter vitriol at me. That won't happen to me, I said, he'd never lay a hand on me, until one day the physical aggression caused me physical pain and injury. That won’t happen to me, I said, until thirteen months ago, when I found myself on the phone with a domestic violence hotline. That won’t happen to me, I said, until thirteen months ago, when I found myself hurriedly packing a bag and fleeing my home, and boarding an aircraft out of state, because I feared for my life and safety. Fifty years ago, when my mother and her family escaped their war-torn country with nothing but the clothes on their backs and one bag per person due to religious persecution, I never imagined that one day, fifty years into the future, that I too would one day find myself following in her footsteps, quite literally.
I never imagined that I would one day find myself fleeing my home with nothing but the clothes on my back and one small carry-on bag, and boarding a same-day aircraft bound for 1,000+ miles away, because I too feared for my life and safety. Thirteen months ago, when I found myself on the phone with a local domestic violence agency in my state, I never imagined that the proverbial door would get slammed in my face, on the basis that I earned too much money to qualify for any help or support. Since I was born and raised abroad, and with my own family still living halfway around the world, it was in that moment that I truly realized, and that it genuinely sunk in, that I was going to be completely and entirely alone in the process of escaping the cycle of violence.
In 1848, divorce was practically unheard of. Most states had fault-based divorce laws outlining the requirements and criteria permitting divorce: lunacy, adultery, desertion, or cruelty. This meant that couples could only pursue divorce IF they could prove, in a court of law, that one or the other had committed one of these offenses. However, given the laws (or lack thereof) governing women's rights and freedoms at the time, divorce was far more complex for women, as they remained at risk of being unable to regain their last names, unable to retain property acquired prior to their marriage, or unable to obtain custody of their children. These fault-based grounds are in stark contrast to the no-fault system that exists across most states today. Today, after decades of tireless advocacy, and thanks to incredible attorneys like Laurie Wasserman and Virginia Yeoman, people are no longer required to remain shackled to their spouses, and have the freedom to escape the cycle of violence. Thanks to the fabulous support of Laurie and Virginia, I've not only been able to survive, but I am slowly on my way to thriving again. The words "happiness" and "divorce" are the last two words you'd expect to see in the same sentence, but that is exactly what Virginia and Laurie have facilitated for me.
For anyone considering engaging the services of Laurie Wasserman and her team, from the bottom of my heart, I wholeheartedly recommend them and their entire office. They'll not only save your life, but they will also help re-unlock your door to freedom, health, independence, and joy again.
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24 Jan, 2025 by Jill ortman-fouse
I’ve worked with Robbie Leonard several times now. I highly recommend him. Robbie is fully committed to his clients. He goes above and beyond to be accessible and available, and ensures everyone’s questions are answered clearly and completely.
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23 Jan, 2025 by Eric saul
I wish I could give more than five stars. Robbie Leonard has been truly amazing and generous. He is everything you want in a lawyer: honest, intelligent, well-prepared, and most of all, cares about his clients. I highly recommend his legal expertise and will be happy to discuss my experience in more detail upon request.
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21 Jan, 2025 by Thomas dolan
15 Oct, 2024 by Aisha taylor
Kathleen Cahill, JD is a brilliant, very experienced, passionate and dedicated labor attorney who I highly recommend to any client needing support for any legal labor matters. She has an impressive fund of current knowledge surrounding all Maryland labor law and is an absolutely impressive advocate. I have worked with her for 4 years and rely on her for all labor/ employment related concerns I have. I cannot say enough positive things about her. I always trust her expertise and guidance and have recommended several clients to her and will continue to do so. Her dedication to ensuring that her clients receive what is fair and equitable under the law is refreshing. Her commitment to her clients is rare. I truly admire her for her integrity, fairness, transparency and willingness to go the extra mile to ensure the best outcomes possible for her clients. She has always impressed with her ability to provide the best clarity surrounding complex labor law and contracts. Again I highly recommend her to anyone needing legal counsel or representation surrounding labor law. If I could give her 10 stars I would :-)
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10 Aug, 2024 by Austin
i wouldn't recommend her. i reach out about hiring her she replied with "i cannot offer to assist you with your matter. I cannot see what meaningful help I could lend under these circumstances" an it was a basic WRONGFUL TERMINATION CASE. which is her thing. didn't wanna help other then giving me a 1 800 number
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08 Jul, 2024 by Dw
I went through a few lawyers who gave me questionable advices before I came across Kathleen. First of all, she's working directly on my case, not other junior assistants. Second, Kathleen is not only very experienced and knowledgeable about the law, but most importantly, she's consultative and able to advice each step along the way. What's the strategy? What to say/do in what situation? You simply do not get this level of attention and support in other places.
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19 Dec, 2016 by Anonymous
I met with her to discuss how to set up my estate so as to minimize the expense and difficulty to my heirs of distributing it after my death. She pushed me away from establishing a living trust (from the start of the interview, without fully understanding my situation; when that's exactly what such a trust is for). She encouraged me to put all my assets into the will rather than simply designating beneficiaries where possible, such as for mutual fund accounts, using the argument that it would be easier to modify the will if I needed to change the beneficiary designations (which would require a lawyer) than to manage the beneficiary designations which would only require about 20 minutes for me to log on to the various web sites and would cost me nothing. From my own later research, I believe the fee for handling the estate would be capped at a certain percentage of the value of the estate, so that by distributing assets directly, an estate lawyer's potential fee would be significantly reduced. Finally (and notwithstanding an hour spent with me to understand my situation and goals), she refused to estimate a range of costs for handling the estate. She first answered my question on cost by quoting only the court fees for probate. When I asked whether those included lawyer's fees and was told no, she said "there's no way to know" what the fee would be. I suspect that when one does estate planning for a living and is holding in one's hand a list of the assets that comprise the estate, then yes, it is in fact possible to estimate a range of costs. So in all I got very little value out of the several hundred dollars charged for the consultation.
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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.
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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.
