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02 Mar, 2023 by Procatiu
Menashe was recommend by an attorney who handled a real estate transaction. Worked with Jacob and his staff to get estate planning documents in place. All the staff I interacted with were professional and timely, helping me get this task completed.
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10 Feb, 2023 by Matt w
I hired Jacob for some estate issues. In the 2yrs this has been going on, all I can say is, I should have terminated his services during the first month. He has capitulated at every response. Basically he got steam rolled by the executrix and her lawyer. Nice guy, not a great lawyer.
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28 Jul, 2022 by Allen sharples
Great experience. Love Jacob's easy manner. Also artwork is gorgeous
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01 Aug, 2024 by Cindy demme
Lawyers offices. Was clean and tidy.
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28 Oct, 2023 by Angela polito
Elder Law has been my source of legal planning for years. They are knowledgeable, helpful, expert. I highly recommend them.
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05 Aug, 2023 by Letitia tappa
Experienced, kind law firm. Using their services for my mom's will and my power of attorney if she becomes unable to care for herself. I got a lot of piece of mind after our meeting.
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14 Aug, 2019 by Debra
The exceptional service and support we received from Matthew Luedke with Moulton Law Offices have spurred me to write and thank him for all he did for our family in settling our father’s estate. Matthew was unfailingly skilled and patient through what was a challenging time for us. He was available, knowledgeable and professional throughout the ups and downs of this new experience of being executor of an estate. No matter what the challenges along the way, and there were many, he navigated all of them on our behalf with outstanding expertise. We can’t thank him enough for his legal expertise, kindness, and guidance.
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27 Mar, 2019 by Monica
Our family has been working with Matthew Luedke of Moulton Law Offices for the past 5 plus years. He has assisted our family with a trust and all of the details with this trust. Matthew is always very patient answering all of our many questions over the years. We highly recommend his legal services.
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12 Mar, 2019 by Ross
Matthew has helped with elder issues for my mother spanning ten years. He set up a Living Trust, Irrevocable Trust, a VA pension, and helped with a Senior Discount for property taxes. His expertise has helped my mother's financial situation, and made my job of caring for her much easier.
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05 Aug, 2024 by Beverly henne
26 Oct, 2023 by Allan bonner
Great people, read great things about this company!
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03 Oct, 2021 by Monica bolden
I truly appreciate Attorney Cliff Peterson and would highly recommend hiring and retaining him. I had some personal issues with a personal legal matter regarding a toxic tort claim that's pending in Piercecounty courts. Cliff is a competent, caring and respectful attorney who cares for his community and clients. I could tell by the time he took into investigating, reviewing and listening to my concerns of my legal matter. I appreciate the time he spent with me on the phone, going over my concerns of my case and even though he could not take the case he highly recommended several other law firms. and attorneys that he knew.Thank you sir, you are very valuable to me and our community.
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13 Jun, 2019 by Anonymous
Long distance is difficult, but Shad worked with us through our attorney here and was knowledgeable and helpful. We were surprised though that the rates were changed in the middle of the case without notification.
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16 Apr, 2019 by Rob
Shad handled my case with professional expertise beyond what I expected. He was communicative and clearly more focused on solving my situation than on racking up "billable hours". He was knowledgable, precise and responsive, easily handling every aspect of my case with discretion and aplomb. He met and exceeded my expectations, and I cannot recommend him highly enough.
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12 Apr, 2013 by Irene
I always had confidence in Shad. He was patient in explaining to me all of the options, and the pro's and con's and expenses, upfront. The outcome of the Will dispute exceeded our expectations, and happened quickly and painlessly. I live in another state, and most of our communication was by e-mail.
My nephew changed my brother's Will ten days before my brother died. He claimed it was my brother's wish, but my children and I were certain that my brother did not know what he was signing. My nephew was my brother's Executor, his Trustee, and also a Beneficiary. According to my brother's original Will, written by an attorney, our older brother and I were to each have half of the estate. On the event of our older brother's or my death, our 1/2 was to be divided among our own children. Our older brother had died , so my nephew and his sister were to have 1/2 of my brother's estate, and I was to have the other 1/2. My brother talked about this Will a lot, to many people, because it gave him comfort.
The nephew's last-minute changes left me and my children a few thousand dollars, with the bulk of my brother's estate going to the nephew and his sister. People we talked to said this type of fraud is difficult to prove, because my brother's physical and mental capacities were in question--and we almost gave up. My Son-in Law is an attorney, and he contacted Shad in Washington, for me.
Shad discovered that the new Will had several flaws. (Sorry, I am still fuzzy on the specifics.) My nephew wrote the document as an amendment to my brother's Trust, yet it didn't properly amend the Trust, and it wasn't really a Will, either. This gave us the leverage we needed, and we challenged the Will. My nephew hired an attorney to represent him, and there were about three pairs of offers and counter-offers. In the end, I recovered over half of my share of my brother's estate.
Shad also discovered that, regardless of which Will held, I legally had inherited 1/2 of my brother's share in an oil company. I did not know this, and my nephew as Executor did not tell me this, and he had already wrongfully claimed full ownership for himself in company meetings. I used this 1/2 share in the negotiations. I did not value the oil company as highly as my nephew did, and I was actually glad to let it go.
I received a great deal more money than I had hoped for. The children and I feel good about the settlement, and we are glad we didn't prolong the dispute, by going to court. Thank you, Shad McOmber!
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07 Feb, 2024 by Sue roberts ex borgman
I really needed an attorney to help me amend a number of critical documents when experiencing a major change in my personal life. I just walked into the Scarff Law offices one morning after googling a family lawyer close to where I was at the time. I had the best experience from start to finish, with my first interaction being with Beth Miller and the rest of my experience being with Elizabeth Runtz. I could not have asked for, or received, better support both from a legal and inter-personal perspective. Elizabeth truly cared and showed immense empathy - all with a wonderful sense of humor. She has amazing support from the senior partners when she believes she needs it and I could not recommend her and the team at Scarff law highly enough. Many many thanks Elizabeth.
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06 Nov, 2023 by Kyle huber
Stuart and his team are super responsive and always find the best solutions. Highly recommend!
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06 Nov, 2023 by Nicole huber
28 Sep, 2024 by Emily wells
Spent over 15k for hillary dawn to draft and file initial separation papers and her paralegal filled it out incorrectly and i was charged for that. After that i was charged monthly for her and the paralegal chat briefly in one to one i guess, but no action or communication. 2 continuations literally no action over a year, despite my ex not contesting. Complete waste of money I really needed as a single mom. All i asked for child support so i could aid to leave an abusive situation. She drafted 2 two temp orders and charged me but never filed anything. Heard nothing unless i reached out.
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19 Sep, 2024 by Paul peterhans
When I think of my time with Cindy Wysocki, Esq., tears of deep gratitude literally come to my eyes as I recall her strength and gentleness, her humor and sharp critical thinking, her willingness to get into the ultimate fighting cage we call the judicial system and her reluctance to throw a punch, and her commitment to fairness and open-hearted compassion. To the lawyer or firm across the virtual table, Cindy must seem formidable and relentless. To me as her client-friend, she was comforting, encouraging, and grounding. I never had to yield my voice or stuff down my questions. AND, Cindy held my concerns and fears, my heightened emotions and (sometimes) clear intuitive insights respectfully while guiding them in positive, productive ways. And best of all, Cindy knew me well enough at the end of a grueling process to be able to then assist and guide me in my needs to safeguard my estate and financial assets to be sure to leave them secure for the ones I love the most. Above all, I am forever grateful to Cindy for accompanying me as a caring fellow human being during one of the most devastating times of my personal life journey. She stayed by my side through unprecedented conditions, with unconditional care and concern, as one of the few who did in my life. Cindy is a legal Bodhisattva!!
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13 Sep, 2024 by Meg gluckman
I love sending my clients to Cindy! I know she cares deeply about helping them navigate divorce in a way that will leave everyone feeling whole and hopeful about the future. Her focus on creating durable parenting plans that center kids, while appreciating the uniqueness of the each family, makes referring her to parents a no-brainer for me.
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24 Aug, 2024 by Abigail gamayo
I have nothing but amazing things to say about Gravis! My attorney Rebecca Saitz and paralegal Terri Durham were absolutely amazing and so patient with me. I am not the greatest person with communication and they were on top of everything for me. They made sure to communicate everything with me even when I wasn't in touch. They didn't sugar-coat anything but also made me feel very confident in my case. They explained everything to me in ways easy for me to understand. In the end I ended up getting everything I asked for out of this case and I wouldn't have been able to do that without their help! I'll be going to them for any future legal matters that might come my way and will be recommending them to whoever I can!
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13 Aug, 2024 by Justin kitchen
Cost about double what I was quoted and most of the thing was pre-written so I very much doubt the "hours" put in.
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09 Aug, 2024 by Heather staudinger
My experience with Rebecca Saitz was phenomenal. She explained the process in detail, was very thorough in answering my questions, and went above and beyond what I asked her to. I appreciate everything she did to help me in my case. I would highly recommend her.
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10 Nov, 2021 by John kettwig
25 Oct, 2021 by Dean
I was referred to Patrick Vail by another law firm once it became clear I needed a top-notch litigator to handle my highly complex estate case. Mr. Vail’s expertise yielded an exceptional result for my case, exceeding my expectations in every way throughout the litigation process. While Patrick’s communication skills (both written and verbal) were his most impressive skill, his analytical approach, judgement and perseverance were outstanding. I would recommend him to anyone who wants to be represented by the best.
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19 Sep, 2024 by Paul peterhans
When I think of my time with Cindy Wysocki, Esq., tears of deep gratitude literally come to my eyes as I recall her strength and gentleness, her humor and sharp critical thinking, her willingness to get into the ultimate fighting cage we call the judicial system and her reluctance to throw a punch, and her commitment to fairness and open-hearted compassion. To the lawyer or firm across the virtual table, Cindy must seem formidable and relentless. To me as her client-friend, she was comforting, encouraging, and grounding. I never had to yield my voice or stuff down my questions. AND, Cindy held my concerns and fears, my heightened emotions and (sometimes) clear intuitive insights respectfully while guiding them in positive, productive ways. And best of all, Cindy knew me well enough at the end of a grueling process to be able to then assist and guide me in my needs to safeguard my estate and financial assets to be sure to leave them secure for the ones I love the most. Above all, I am forever grateful to Cindy for accompanying me as a caring fellow human being during one of the most devastating times of my personal life journey. She stayed by my side through unprecedented conditions, with unconditional care and concern, as one of the few who did in my life. Cindy is a legal Bodhisattva!!
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13 Sep, 2024 by Meg gluckman
I love sending my clients to Cindy! I know she cares deeply about helping them navigate divorce in a way that will leave everyone feeling whole and hopeful about the future. Her focus on creating durable parenting plans that center kids, while appreciating the uniqueness of the each family, makes referring her to parents a no-brainer for me.
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31 Aug, 2024 by Juliana schroeder
Cheryl helped me with a military divorce issue.
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24 Sep, 2024 by Cesia quintanilla
23 Sep, 2024 by Britni russo
I wanted to share that the experience I had with the view ridge law- more specifiacally with the attorny Elaina T. was far from well. I had to end my session with her early and request my money back. I paid her to help me and instead she spent time telling me why I couldnt get what I wanted and defending the other party. I also found out she did not read all the paperwork I sent in which she claimed was irrelevant to the case which was entirely unture. I was shocked at the lack of professionalism and care that was given to me. Our meeting was not recorded so I was not able to prove that way she was speaking to me to her superiors. The only positive that came from this was that the office did refund me my money. I lost out on a very timely situation due to their lack of attention.
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19 Sep, 2024 by Dennis k
15 Oct, 2022 by Anonymous
Hired him. $600 per hour with no office. Legal assistant committed suicide in 2022. Thinks client is ignorant.
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25 Feb, 2021 by Andy callis
We have referred numerous clients to Nelson Boyd over the years. They are prompt, courteous, empathic, and battle to the end for their clients. Its no surprise that they have won multiple industry acknowledgements. I highly recommend them as they truly care for their clients’ interest first.
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01 Feb, 2021 by Julie lum
Deborah Nelson and this firm receive my highest praise and recommendation. Their dedication and attention to detail went above and beyond expectation. I could not have endured dealing with my insurance carrier (after a car wreck caused by an uninsured motorist) without them. I am grateful I had their representation and support throughout this endeavor.
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01 Aug, 2024 by David fingerhut
Sam is an excellent real estate lawyer and someone you definitely want in your corner when negotiating complex real estate transactions or disputing a contract.
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13 Mar, 2024 by Nikki newby
01 Nov, 2023 by Natalie cielle
I had a wonderful experience with Ms. Woolery. She is extremely well-versed in law, bright, helpful, responsive, thoughtful, and kind. In other words, exactly what you need in a family law attorney!
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23 Dec, 2021 by Christina digesti
Beware! Professional elder manipulator and abuser. Stay far away. She works as a POA, guardian, and swindler of the elderly. I pity anyone unfortunate enough to have to deal with this monster.
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18 Jul, 2021 by Richard
Robin Balsam is gifted in both tactical and strategic engagements. In our exhaustive search for the best legal counsel to defend an attack on our sizable assets, she was widely regarded as a peak practitioner in her area and we engaged her on our first meeting. We have been very pleased with that retainer. Drawing on decades of legally forged crucible sharpening expertise, she systematically and surgically disposed of fraudulent “omitted spouse” claims being made against our substantial 50 year aggregated ownership holdings including real estate, savings accounts, investment portfolios, and homes. Confronted with a horde of spurious claims, Robin conceptually brought everything together and developed a pinpointed course of action early in our discovery process. Integrating and disposing of all the litigation issues we faced did converge on invalidation of a fraudulent out of state marriage, enumerating serious VAPO violations, and successfully throwing out a secretive and dishonestly formulated Last Will and Testament. We faced initial demands for 50% of total assets. Robin’s masterful game plan was powerfully and systematically defeated over the contrived but unlawful claims of our opponent. The marriage they were claiming was the core of their entire case. Robin demonstrated to the judge that it could not and would not be upheld in Washington State law. She was clearly prescient on this matter, and was able to masterfully destroy these claims. We won those disputes, and unwound any validity for their principal arguments. Throughout we observed that Robin had exquisitely prioritized and pinpointed a winning course of action. Besides voiding the marriage, she removed arguments surrounding a secretive and dishonestly formulated Last Will and Testament. For our part, she succeeded on all counts.
As family we litigated on behalf of our deceased brother and father, dealing with multiple pleadings that were contaminated on many levels, including marriage fraud, Last Will and Testament chicanery, and ongoing illegal violations of a court ordered, 5 year Vulnerable Adult Protection Order (VAPO). On first appearance we were directed into TEDRA mediation, and our arguments over 3 days in that area severely crippled our opponent after we revealed widespread trickery and deceit on many levels, in addition to a concealed 30 year highly problematic court history. Issues germane to our case included fraudulent check writing, expense and extortion deceit, substance abuse, theft, and other character matters.
Given abundant case related research, Robin’s diligent and highly competent staff weaned out redundant time-line research, and her initial assessment then honed in on the priority factors to be emphasized in upcoming court arguments, as with scope of the overall work program, time management, documentation, and legal issue relevance. Her preparation was exhaustive and masterfully executed. In a magnificent Coup de gras, the marriage was nullified in a Summary judgment kill shot, in Pierce County Washington Superior Court. As well, the illegitimate and contrived Last Will and Testament was thrown out.
Throughout our engagement, Balsam Law had to deal with a Court System burdened and hamstrung by Covid imposed restraining parameters. We are grateful Robin completely negated the legal foundation of the arguments we faced. The Summary judgment she achieved saved our family substantial time and future legal expense. Her professional services are strongly supported by smart, adept, knowledgeable and hard-working professionals at every level. I will whole heartedly endorse her and the expertise she has retained in her firm.
Richard M
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07 Aug, 2020 by Roberta
I first met Robin when I hired her when my Father passed away in 1990. My Mother had her assist her in setting up a Special Needs trust for my Sister. I later became my Sister's Legal Guardian after my Mother had passed. She helped me find an Adult Family Home where she resided for over 15 years. I had her prepare my Will.
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08 Feb, 2020 by Louise
Craig answered my question immediately as soon as it was posted. Very professional and kind. I would highly recommend Craig, and if he was closer to me, I would have made an appointment to see him in person. Thank you Craig for going out of your way to help people on this platform, best regards.
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29 Aug, 2019 by Emily
I was going through a difficult time and Mr. Andersen was very understanding. He took the time to make sure I understood everything. I highly recommend him.
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29 Aug, 2019 by Roxanne
Mr. Anderson did an amazing job for myself and my husband regarding settling my mother's real estate and estate settlement
He was there to help us sort out some deep-seated issues that needed to be eradicated in order for us to close this estate.
Mr. Anderson always acts in the most prudent way possible using his well-honed skills as an attorney in multiple counties in Washington State. You will be hard-pressed to find another attorney was such a grasp of the laws of Washington state.
I highly recommend Craig Andersen he will not disappoint you will be very happy with the results
I might add he worked tirelessly for us for almost a year
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29 Jun, 2020 by Anonymous
Jonete has represented me, my family and my friends over the years, helping us navigate guardianship, estate planning, trusts and probates. I continually refer clients to her and enjoy her personal and professional approach. She is very knowledgeable and approachable. I enjoy her staff as well.
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05 Oct, 2019 by William
Jonete is very knowledgeable and helpful. Helped me through tough times regarding spouse with Alzheimer's, and contested guardianship. I highly recommend her.
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09 Mar, 2015 by Diane
I first met Jonete Rehmke at an Alzheimer's Conference at which time I was very impressed with her and her knowledge. When it came time for me to need an Elder Care Attorney I went to her and am very pleased with her servic e and knowledge. She has helped me immensley in several ways but especially working through the dshs system. I highly recommend her.
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01 Nov, 2020 by Roger anderson
Reached out to Mike for advice on a real estate matter. Spent a few minutes on the phone to understand the situation a pointed me in the right direction. Didn't need to hire this time but absolutely will in the future.
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02 Jan, 2008 by Anonymous
My wife and I recently had wills drawn up for the first time. Working with Mr. Leppard was an exceptionally satisfying experience. There were a number of difficult and somewhat stressful decisions to be made around the structuring of our will and Mr. Leppard was a great help in the process. He made everything else so easy that we only had to think about the document itself.
A real pleasure to work with, I would highly recommend him.
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24 Sep, 2024 by Cesia quintanilla
23 Sep, 2024 by Britni russo
I wanted to share that the experience I had with the view ridge law- more specifiacally with the attorny Elaina T. was far from well. I had to end my session with her early and request my money back. I paid her to help me and instead she spent time telling me why I couldnt get what I wanted and defending the other party. I also found out she did not read all the paperwork I sent in which she claimed was irrelevant to the case which was entirely unture. I was shocked at the lack of professionalism and care that was given to me. Our meeting was not recorded so I was not able to prove that way she was speaking to me to her superiors. The only positive that came from this was that the office did refund me my money. I lost out on a very timely situation due to their lack of attention.
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19 Sep, 2024 by Dennis k
11 Oct, 2024 by Derek taylor
Havent heard anything from the firm in over 3 months. No response to any of my emails. All phone calls go immediately to voicemail. Paid them $2500 and at first had a smooth and great experience then they ghosted me. My case has been theirs for a year now.
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30 Sep, 2024 by Nolan bartkowski
Pleasant and professional law firm. I thought with all my offenses that it would cost a fortune, yet it was very affordable. Thank you so much
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19 Sep, 2024 by Perry martin
They made it easy for me to accomplish the task at hand. I appreciate the hard work. It was worth the cost to get my life back.
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11 Oct, 2024 by Derek taylor
Havent heard anything from the firm in over 3 months. No response to any of my emails. All phone calls go immediately to voicemail. Paid them $2500 and at first had a smooth and great experience then they ghosted me. My case has been theirs for a year now.
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30 Sep, 2024 by Nolan bartkowski
Pleasant and professional law firm. I thought with all my offenses that it would cost a fortune, yet it was very affordable. Thank you so much
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19 Sep, 2024 by Perry martin
They made it easy for me to accomplish the task at hand. I appreciate the hard work. It was worth the cost to get my life back.
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16 May, 2024 by Michael van
Brent and his team did a wonderful job helping our family navigate the complexities of estate law. The Dille team gave us peace of mind and confidence to take it day by day. Highly recommend Dille Law!
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15 Sep, 2023 by Leabers oliver (leabers)
17 Aug, 2023 by Meagan olds
01 Aug, 2024 by David fingerhut
Sam is an excellent real estate lawyer and someone you definitely want in your corner when negotiating complex real estate transactions or disputing a contract.
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13 Mar, 2024 by Nikki newby
01 Nov, 2023 by Natalie cielle
I had a wonderful experience with Ms. Woolery. She is extremely well-versed in law, bright, helpful, responsive, thoughtful, and kind. In other words, exactly what you need in a family law attorney!
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30 Jan, 2024 by Sam jones
We are contemplating a move back to Washington state where we lived for many years. Without proper estate planning we would potentially be subject to the Washington estate tax. n our initial contacts with the firm, we clearly identified that we were residents in another state. We were instructed to provide our detailed financial picture as well as our current estate planning documents which we provided promptly and told that our information would be forwarded to the attorneys for evaluation. The following is the email response.
“Thank you for filling out and returning your Questionnaire.
I will forward your information to our attorneys for review. Once they have completed their review, I will be back in touch with you regarding a quote for services and the next steps for scheduling.”
Well over a month went by with no word back from STIB. I finally contacted them by email requesting a status update. Within minutes, I received the following reply.
“Thank you very much for contacting our firm. Unfortunately, we are not able to take on your case. Our firm does not advise out-of-state residents on tax issues. Our focus is estate planning and long term care planning.”
The STIB website clearly tax issues as part of estate planning. I also found no restrictions on attorneys in Washington state providing consultation to out-of-state residents considering residency in Washington.
Needless to say, I was astounded by what I consider to extremely poor communication and timely follow-up. If it is indeed not their policy to advise out-of-state residents on tax issues, I would have expected to have been informed of that policy up front thus saving us the time of compiling and sending detailed and confidential financial and estate planning information. In my opinion, this represents incompetent and totally unprofessional behavior.
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18 Jul, 2023 by Michael o'connell
14 Aug, 2022 by Susan zurek
Very experienced attorneys who truly care about their clients
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30 Jan, 2024 by Sam jones
We are contemplating a move back to Washington state where we lived for many years. Without proper estate planning we would potentially be subject to the Washington estate tax. n our initial contacts with the firm, we clearly identified that we were residents in another state. We were instructed to provide our detailed financial picture as well as our current estate planning documents which we provided promptly and told that our information would be forwarded to the attorneys for evaluation. The following is the email response.
“Thank you for filling out and returning your Questionnaire.
I will forward your information to our attorneys for review. Once they have completed their review, I will be back in touch with you regarding a quote for services and the next steps for scheduling.”
Well over a month went by with no word back from STIB. I finally contacted them by email requesting a status update. Within minutes, I received the following reply.
“Thank you very much for contacting our firm. Unfortunately, we are not able to take on your case. Our firm does not advise out-of-state residents on tax issues. Our focus is estate planning and long term care planning.”
The STIB website clearly tax issues as part of estate planning. I also found no restrictions on attorneys in Washington state providing consultation to out-of-state residents considering residency in Washington.
Needless to say, I was astounded by what I consider to extremely poor communication and timely follow-up. If it is indeed not their policy to advise out-of-state residents on tax issues, I would have expected to have been informed of that policy up front thus saving us the time of compiling and sending detailed and confidential financial and estate planning information. In my opinion, this represents incompetent and totally unprofessional behavior.
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18 Jul, 2023 by Michael o'connell
14 Aug, 2022 by Susan zurek
Very experienced attorneys who truly care about their clients
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28 Sep, 2023 by Jimmy darrel
19 May, 2023 by Lizz rogers
Very professional yet welcoming Law firm
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25 Mar, 2023 by Teresa washburn
I highly recommend this firm. Jacob Jackson assisted me with a tenant eviction, he was instrumental in getting this tenant out, ahead of the court order & in a county outside of Clark. He went above and beyond to coordinate the on the ground logistics required to actually get the tenant out, its harder than you think. A Professional.
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06 Jan, 2023 by Anonymous
Did not prevent landlord from making false/negative statements about me so I can find suitable housing.
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01 Aug, 2018 by Anonymous
Ms. Reinbold represented me in my divorce. It was a long protracted process and involved business and personal assets. There were other complex issues she had to deal with and she faced highly paid, seasoned attorneys from Seattle, Spokane and other large markets. These attorneys tried to use various tactics to give my ex-wife unfair advantages. She beat them all... not one issue did she lose even though some cited cases used against us were not presented until trial. If you want a fighter who thinks quick on her feet I highly recommend Ms. Reinbold.
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30 Aug, 2017 by Crispin
The best decision that I have made in a while was hiring Leone Reinbold as my lawyer. She was excellent in all aspects answered or replied to all my calls and concerns. She is also a great person truly listens to her clients and continues to keep in touch after proving me innocent in a difficult trial. Definitely recommend her and her firm in any situation.
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28 Dec, 2023 by Stormy higginson
What a joke of a law firm! We have been waiting almost a year for them to return our call! Absolutely ridiculous!
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28 Jul, 2023 by K m
I had a phone conference scheduled, no one called me, so when I called the office, the voice message said their office was closed for “holiday” but it wasn’t a holiday. And if that was the case, then the receptionist should have never scheduled it for that day! I’ve called back many times, left messages, emailed many times and STILL, no one has contacted me. Extremely unprofessional!!
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26 May, 2023 by Chris gerzabek
22 Jul, 2024 by Klownzilla
Administrative assistant that answered the phone is Condescending and rude. Needs a bit of an attitude adjustment.
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26 May, 2024 by Francis.p putnam
Although a tedious process a Trust agreement was completed
In due course.
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17 Feb, 2024 by Sherry stose
Cannot express enough how happy we were working with Pettit Webber Pacific P.S. updating our will. They are extremely professional, knowledgeable and wonderful to work with. We HIGHLY recommend them!!!
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22 Jul, 2024 by Klownzilla
Administrative assistant that answered the phone is Condescending and rude. Needs a bit of an attitude adjustment.
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26 May, 2024 by Francis.p putnam
Although a tedious process a Trust agreement was completed
In due course.
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17 Feb, 2024 by Sherry stose
Cannot express enough how happy we were working with Pettit Webber Pacific P.S. updating our will. They are extremely professional, knowledgeable and wonderful to work with. We HIGHLY recommend them!!!
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09 Oct, 2024 by J b
Great experience at Farr law. Very knowledgeable attorneys. Highly recommend using this firm.
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05 Jun, 2024 by Richard wood
25 Apr, 2024 by Russ weeks
Megan and Owen have helped us many times over the years. I appreciate their ethical stance on avoiding even the appearance of conflict of interest and the estate assistance they have provided for bereaved families in our community. Though I have referred many families, I didn't know how much their help meant until they helped us when our son died. They made the legal details as easy and streamlined as possible. We are blessed to have many good attorneys in our community and Megan and Owen are two of the best. Thank you!!!
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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.
