Jeanne H. Washburn, experienced Litigation, Medical Malpractice attorney in Raleigh, NC with 6 reviews
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Jeanne H. Washburn

117 Glenwood Ave., Raleigh, NC

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1994:
Campbell University, JD - Juris Doctor
1991:
University of North Carolina School of Law, BA - Bachelor of Arts

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Peter & heather

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25 Jan, 2015
Jeanne has been our attorney for the last 10+ years. She helped us receive compensation when our 3 yr. son was attacked by a dog, leaving his lip almost ripped off. ( Our 1st Attorney was unable to achieve this). Jeanne also helped us win a lawsuit against our builder when he refused to repair our septic system which failed while we were in our 1 year warranty. She has always made time to answer any questions we may have, and give us sound advice on how to proceed. We would refer her to anyone looking for a trustworthy Attorney.
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Anonymous

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19 Jun, 2014
There are times in your life where you need someone who is trustworthy, knowledgable, persistent and professional to represent you in the legal arena. Jeanne is that person. She was able to negotiate a favorable resolve to one of the most challenging experiences I have had to endure. She will coach you through the legal process in a professional manner and takes the time to thoroughly answer your questions and concerns. I highly recommend her.
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21 Oct, 2013
Recently I engaged Ms. Washburn to represent me in an automobile injury accident in which I was involved. I work in the legal profession with many attorneys, and know how unresponsive and uninterested they can be. Ms. Washburn gave my case the attention it needed, kept me informed, responded quickly to my questions and concerns, and resolved the case promptly to my satisfaction. She was very thorough and listened and learned everything about my case, and then she provided me with the benefit of her legal knowledge and expertise. She knows what she's doing and she gets her point across to the other side, and they understand that she means business. She did an outstanding job for me and I would highly recommend her. In fact, I have already recommended a friend to her!
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Highly knowledgeable and experienced in handling complex legal cases
“She has had extensive experience with the insurance industry and that knowledge was crucial in resolving my injury case to my satisfaction.”
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Effective in negotiating favorable resolutions for clients
“She was able to negotiate a favorable resolve to one of the most challenging experiences I have had to endure.”
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Provides excellent client communication and responsiveness
“She kept me informed, responded quickly to my questions and concerns, and resolved the case promptly to my satisfaction.”
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Trustworthy and builds strong relationships with clients
“Jeanne is that person. She was able to negotiate a favorable resolve to one of the most challenging experiences I have had to endure.”
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Persistent and dedicated in advocating for her clients
“She will coach you through the legal process in a professional manner and takes the time to thoroughly answer your questions and concerns.”
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As a result of the analysis of reviews about this lawyer, no significant cons were found.

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