Beth Katherine Greene, experienced Litigation attorney in Bloomington, IN with 96 reviews
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Beth Katherine Greene

520 N Walnut St, Bloomington, IN

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Dylan waters

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25 Jan, 2025
Fred Schultz was instrumental in my achieving an important sense of financial justice after I was injured when another party rear-ended my car. The physical and psychological effects I experienced from the collision have been significant. The prospect of engaging in a lawsuit was not an easy one to face, but I knew for my own self respect and as a matter of commons-sense justice that I needed to step through the process. I am so glad that I made my first phone call about all this to Fred Schultz. He immediately communicated deep knowledge about the type of injury I had experienced and expressed confidence that my case was a significant one deserving of compensation. The legal process was not a quick one, due to no fault of Fred's, but I am very happy to say that in the end, after what are likely the usual twists and turns, I received an outcome I can feel very good about, all things considered. This will make a difference in my life, and I could not have done any of it without Fred's expert, kind, good-natured, and supportive aid all along the way. I feel a lot of gratitude for the service he has provided me. Thank you, Fred, and also to Stacie Sons, his assistant, for all they have done for me. I highly recommend this law firm without hesitation!
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Dawn marshall

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16 Aug, 2024
On January 4th 2022 I had an horrible accident in Bloomington Indiana. The first attorney I hired had no interest in my case but the I was introduced to the great Besty Green and it took some time but my case was settled in the most professional way ever the office staff at green in Schultz has been courtesy durning this whole ordeal and very nice I live in Georgia so the laws are very different but nevertheless Besty I truly thank you and your staff. If ever I have some one in your state get into an accident of any kind I have you on speed dial again thank you
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Wesley houser

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02 May, 2024
I am extremely satisfied. Every interaction I had was pleasant and professional. I can’t thank the whole team enough for being on my side, and providing excellent representation in a time of need. They did their jobs, but more than that, I felt taken care of. Never hesitant to turn towards the best office in town; Greene & Schultz Trial Lawyers. Thank you!
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Experienced, knowledgeable, and compassionate lawyers who fight hard for their clients
“Fred Schultz won a very difficult slip and fall case for me He is honest and made a difficult and traumatic situation bearable.”
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Excellent communication and client support throughout the legal process
“Betsy communicated the issues simply and clearly, and she made the whole process simple and minimized any extra stress produced by the settlement process.”
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Ability to achieve maximum possible settlements and favorable outcomes for clients
“She obtained the maximum possible settlement. This was done maximizing the settlement from the other driver's car insurance.”
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Friendly and welcoming office staff who make clients feel important
“The office staff is friendly and makes you feel welcomed.”
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Highly recommended by both clients and other legal professionals
“I whole-heartedly endorse Greene & Schultz!”
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Some clients reported difficulty getting a response or follow-up from the firm
“Never have gotten back to me. Called them three weeks ago, gave them all of my information, and was told I'd hear back from them in three days.”
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A few clients indicated the firm turned down their cases without fully considering the details
“Turned my case down without even hearing the details.”

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