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14 Nov, 2023 by Donna
My husband and I worked with Kayla King from this law firm on an estate and probate matter. Kayla is a true professional and was a pleasure to work with. She made a complicated process easy and always kept us updated. She is extremely knowledgeable, attentive, patient and was always responsive to our emails, questions and also was available to speak to us when needed. Thank you, Kayla!
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06 Nov, 2023 by Anonymous
Let me start by saying if you are look for a good probate lawyer Stivers Law Office. The process was made easy and communication was maintained throughout the whole time. They were available to answer and explain any concerns you may have. I would highly recommend this office to anyone.
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05 Apr, 2021 by Drayton
The results of my probate far exceeded my expectations, primarily due to the efforts of Justin Stivers. Having given Justin perhaps one of the most complex probate cases in history, he handled the details and nuances with grace and aplomb. Prior to Justin, I had hired previous probate attorneys that made limited progress, so my level of confidence in a positive outcome was very low and I had reservations when I first began working with him. To my surprise, Justin demonstrated a deep interest in the probate. Oftentimes, I felt as though my success was a personal matter to him.
Justin is a rare jewel in Law and I would recommend him to anyone looking for a thoughtful, detailed, and intelligent probate attorney.
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07 Nov, 2023 by Anonymous
Chilina Law Firm was recommended by my Financial Advisor. Greg was very professional, knowledgeable and I learned so much through the process. I would highly recommend his Law Firm.
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02 Nov, 2023 by Angela
Greg came highly recommended from our CPA and truly appreciate his expertise. I pass on that recommendation and thank you for all of your help.
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12 Oct, 2023 by Will
My father had passed and I was gonna need help dealing with his affairs.Greg was an business associate of my wife's at the time so we hired him and from then on everything went flawlessly,from dealing with the courts to the sale of the house.He was a life saver.Will Kearns
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17 May, 2021 by Elizabeth ross
James is a fantastic attorney! He took my case and spent many hours developing a detailed statement of facts in support of my asylum petition. He asked numerous questions of me so that additional facts could be used in my petition. His work was very thorough and impressive. His hard work on my case was the best! I would recommend him to anyone seeking an immigration attorney!!
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14 Jul, 2018 by Jason
I used James for my recent Chicago condo purchase, which he made an extremely smooth and painless process. James answered all of my questions and always responded to my emails very quickly (even late at night and over weekends). Whenever I had a question, concern, or problem, James always made time to talk to me that day (usually within a few hours of my initial email to them). Even more fantastic was that James, the founding partner, is the one who took my calls and returned my emails, as opposed to being passed off to a lower level associate. Being incredibly familiar with the intricacies and complexities of Chicago condo purchases, James also made sure that the overall purchase process was proceeding as scheduled.
James' experience and expertise were especially demonstrated during the closing at the title office, where he spotted that the PIN number on the property was written incorrectly on some of the closing documents. Thank goodness for his attention to detail because that could have been a huge problem down the road.
James sat with me through the entire closing and explained the entire closing process. He even keeps the closing documents for 7 years at his office in the event that I lose mine - now that's a great client experience!
I highly recommended James to a number of my colleagues and they all enjoyed working with him as well. James emailed me to thank me for each of the people that I referred to him.
I can't recommend James (and his staff) enough. They are incredibly professional, experienced, and responsive.
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29 Jun, 2018 by Kali
Working with James was one of our favorite parts of buying a home. The level of communication is extraordinary- he is very prompt, thorough, reachable and friendly. He is honest, hard working, and makes you feel like you are his only client. James made it obvious he had our best interests in mind. Aside from being a fantastic attorney, he is a genuine and kind person we really enjoyed spending time with.
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19 Sep, 2023 by Melissa
Anita was so wonderful to work with for my daughter’s adoption case. She made the process easy to follow and always made herself available to us if we needed anything. Highly recommend working with her!
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30 Nov, 2022 by Jill
Anita was extremely helpful with all the legal documentation updates for our transgender child. She helped us with the gender marker changes and the name updates that we wanted done. We highly recommend Anita to the transgender community!
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21 Jul, 2022 by Anonymous
Attorney Scott's office hand walked me through handling the estate of my deceased parents as well as selling their home. I could not have done it without them. She and her staff are knowledgeable, responsive, and helped guide me through the entire process, as well and told me what to expect. I would recommend this legal office to anyone. I have have complete trust and faith in this legal office.
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11 Oct, 2022 by John
Without question the best professional experience I’ve ever had with any type of firm.
Mr Jacoby was as thorough as one could be and exceptionally knowledgeable in his field. He took a surprising amount of time both listening to our circumstances and explaining how best to proceed. Most importantly, it’s very clear his excellence stems from a true care of people.
In addition, his staff is no less attentive and caring. I worked with Lisa Waltrip, who was wonderful. We navigated through a tedious Medicaid process with relative ease, with Lisa carefully explaining each step and simplifying everything.
On top of it all, one day Lisa sent an email-she’d stopped and met my mother. In a world where personal attention and care seems to be greatly diminishing, this floored me. What a truly exceptional group of people.
I cannot, nor doubt I ever could, recommend anyone any more than I can this firm.
Thank you very much,
John
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07 Feb, 2022 by Veronica
Where do I begin? Compassion, Grit, Tenacity, Work- ethic, professional, are only a few of the words I would begin to describe Attorney Jacoby and his team, more specifically in my case Ms. Marcano. Any questions, concerns, were always responded to quickly and with full detail by Mr. Jacoby or his team. I have an extremely difficult and challenging situation, but Attorney Jacoby has always been patient and will do whatever is needed to help. They really do care and do their best to assist as if it was their own personal case. I cannot say enough how highly I recommend them; I would tell you if you are considering using them or not- do not waiver- you won't regret it! I am extremely grateful for their grace and the blessing they are for my child and myself. Five stars all the way if I could give them more I would!!
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31 Jan, 2022 by David
Excellent attorney! Handled my issues promptly, and he communicated timely, and the work was done expeditiously. I’m an attorney as well, and I have recommend him to others!
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23 Dec, 2019 by Louise
She started on my case as soon as we talked. I got the result I needed. She is very nice and understanding.
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17 Oct, 2019 by Elaine
I am an invalid and could not go to Sanchez Law Group in person to consult with Attorney Sanchez, so everything was conducted on the telephone. I was so pleased with all of the hard work the employees did to help me. On the day of the court hearing, Mariely Vega, their Notary Public, came to my home to verify facts and stayed with me until the end of the hearing. I was very happy with the results, and getting so much respect, courtesy and knowledge from the Group. One person, Vicky, was so wonderful and caring to me. I am 84 years old and would hire Attorney Sanchez again. My case was settled happily, and I am forever grateful!
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16 Oct, 2019 by Anonymous
everything was handled with ease in our bankruptcy. every one in the office was pleasant and knowledgeable. calls would be returned promply
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18 Aug, 2023 by Brian
The team at Kaiser is great! Not only are they super friendly and helpful, but they held our hand through complicated processes and took care of everything in a clear and organized manner. Lastly, they were extremely patient, especially when my wife and consistently created delays and were slow to provide documentation or respond to emails. Highly recommend!
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14 Aug, 2023 by Greg
Highly recommend. Great communication. Does a great job taking complicated issues and making them simple.
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10 Aug, 2023 by Bob
He created a complex estate plan for us that included a separate trust for a handicapped child. It is very specific for her needs. He is an A+ attorney to work with. ctrl
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01 Sep, 2022 by Fanny rodriguez
For me and my husband they are the best , are the best in the demands against the Collection Agency , I recommend them
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23 Aug, 2022 by Gwendolyn
I had the best experience with this office. Everything was completely via email. My case with portfolio recovery was quickly resolved and collection removed from my credit.. I would use this attorney office again and Would recommend to my friends and family. Thank you
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08 Aug, 2022 by Michael
I hired this firm to handle my debt disputes with a junk buying collection agency. They handle my case immediately and my case was dismissed with prejudice in a matter of a few weeks. This collection has been removed already off my credit report. Thank you, Attorney Theole!
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13 Jun, 2022 by Merian
I was referred to Ms. Taylor by very close friends, so I already knew that she was very good at what she does. However, it's different when it is YOUR will or YOUR trust. I realized that I don't even like to think about having to do a will, much less actually complete the task. Mahogany makes the process straightforward from start to finish. She utilizes an estate planning questionnaire and before you know it, you've given her the information that she needs! Her rates are so reasonable and again straightforward. She also brought up things I hadn't even thought of and gave sage advice as to pros and cons of making particular choices. If you have changes within one year of her doing your will or trust, she makes those changes free of charge! She actually made this as painless as possible and I'm so grateful to her. I would give her 100 stars if I could!
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16 Mar, 2022 by Janis
My family was overwhelmed with the complex nature of my father's estate after he passed. My sister and I met with Mahogany, and she clearly explained our options, likely costs, and made recommendations based on her vast experience, expertise, and contacts. She was patient, kind, and sympathetic and answered all our questions. We both left the meeting feeling much more informed and confident about our next steps.
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15 Mar, 2022 by Joseph
We hired Mahogany to help construct our will and living trust. She was very understanding of all of our requests and needs. She followed up through ever step of the process, and was there to answer the many questions we had about each facet of our situation.
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03 Jun, 2023 by Carolyn
Mr. Rambaum is very professional and answered my questions regarding a "Lady Bird Deed." and a new will. He took care of filing same and was very generous with his time.
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29 Aug, 2022 by Lydia
We had so many questions about what to do with a family member in memory care. He knew exactly what we needed and will help us with ongoing issues. Nice man and very professional.
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17 Aug, 2022 by Jean
Mr. Rambaum and his staff were great in putting together a will for me. He took time to explain; his staff was exceptional!
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21 Oct, 2019 by Charmaine
When I was refinancing my house and found out that because Mom and I purchased the house jointly then I had to file a probate. I looked up some numbers online, made some calls and after I stated my case, the legal aide gave me the number for 2 quick probate attorneys. I am so glad that the first number I called was Dawn and believe me I have not looked back or tried to call the 2nd number.
Dawn was very professional and told me what to do and what her fees were. The process was so easy and it took less that 2 months to get the probate taken care of. Dawn thank you so much and I am much grateful for what you have done. You are very professional and you bet if asked, your name and contact information is already in my phone and I will be happy to pass it on to any person who wished to use your services.
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11 Jul, 2018 by Lorraine
When my Aunt died in 2013, I had no idea it would take until 2018 to unravel the complexities of her estate, as a non-USA citizen living in Europe.
As Dawn helped us with one issue, another unexpected element would crop up, creating yet more and more paperwork for both Dawn and us to go through.
Throughout this period Dawn was clear in what we needed to do next, supported us far beyond her mandate, and as the months rolled into years , was as supportive as any Attorney could be.
From her first response to our initial request for help, to following through to completion of the Probate for my Aunt, she could not have been more supportive and professional.
She was patient to the extreme , answering every tiny question and query we had in a professional and just as importantly quickly, and truly helped us navigate the USA Probate system as a non resident alien living thousands of miles away !
I simply cannot praise her work ethos enough & for the ongoing high level of constant support she gave us over these recent years.
I sincerely believe she must be among st the most sincere, hard working & genuine professional Attorneys in Florida if not the whole of the USA, and we were very lucky to have her support.
I am very grateful for the previous reviews, others had put on this site, that gave us confidence to approach her as our Attorney . As you can imagine living so far away & dealing with a Probate as a non resident and non USA citizen was extremely daunting with the complex issues our individual Probate case raised.
So without hesitation, I can recommend Dawn to anyone who needs her Professional help, support and guidance, as we did - she will stand steadfast to help you throughout the whole process and create calm in rough waters and light at the end of what at times ,may feel like a dark tunnel.
I feel very privileged and lucky to have had her as our Attorney.
Thank you Dawn for all your hard work.
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28 Jun, 2018 by Brian
Dawn was wonderful to work with. She handled our case with ease and made the whole process very easy. I would highly recommend!
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14 Oct, 2021 by Lynn
I came here for help with a Special Needs Trust and the firm provided exactly what I needed and was very compassionate and thorough in doing so. Would definitely recommend to anyone and especially to individuals with the same needs as ours.
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09 Sep, 2020 by Kevin
Very thorough, compassionate and fair. Best attorney I've found in Arizona!
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02 May, 2020 by Tracy
After the sudden death of my husband I needed a probate lawyer to help me refinance my home. We thought we had taken all the right steps to insure all the necessary steps were taken so we wouldn't run into any problems. Boy was I wrong. Seems the verbiage was written wrong in our Wills. I was so stressed out from losing my husband, and trying to get this refinancing done in the time frame I was given I needed help. Andre at Pennington Law took a lot of that stress away from me, and ensured me things would get done. Even during this Covid-19 Pandemic Andre was able to file and work his magic to make sure I was taken care of, and this overwhelming process was done, and done right.
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24 Sep, 2019 by Gerry
Several years ago, we were looking for an attorney to update our wills and other legal documents. Everything was completed to our satisfaction. We've since returned to Jon to address an estate as well as several Trusts. He's always listened to our needs and concerns, provided fantastic advice, alternatives and complete documentation in a timely manner. We would highly recommend Jon Daugharthy for any of your legal needs without reservation.
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23 Nov, 2018 by Gary
My sister and I were looking for a attorney to help us settle our parents' estate. After some recommendations, we interviewed Jon Daugharthy. We immediately felt at ease and comfortable with him. He worked on our case right away with excellent results. He even gave us the option of doing some of the legwork ourselves to save some money.
Throughout the entire process, Jon kept us informed, and was responsive to our questions ad concerns. He was fair with his pricing and billed us in a accommodating manner. I have worked with many attorneys over the yeas and have never felt so comfortable and cared about as with Jon.
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16 Nov, 2018 by Ronald
Jon Daugharthy handled some legal business for myself and my family. I was extremely satisfied in his manner, his competence, his timely completion of issues that arose or needed resolving. I would have no reservations in recommending Jon Daugharthy.
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31 Dec, 2019 by Anonymous
It was great working with Hope. She is patient, knowledgeable and very informative. I had a will, trust, and power of attorneys established in one meeting. Her process is very effective by gathering information prior to the meeting. It was the best experience I have had with a lawyers.
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10 Jul, 2019 by Anonymous
It was a pleasure to work with Hope on our wills and power of attorney documentation. Hope is thorough, organized and easy to work with. Highly recommend!
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05 Apr, 2019 by Cathy
Hope is a great listener and does great work. She spends the right amount of time to make sure that she answers all questions and gets us what we need. Thank you Hope.
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15 Mar, 2024 by Anon14
Will & Ancillary Documents
Informative & easy to work with
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Responsive to our concerns
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30 May, 2016 by Carolyn
My husband and I are extremely pleased with Catherine Hammond and her staff. They were all very professional and explained everything thoroughly. We felt that we could trust them and we would definitely refer others for the service she offers. We also like Catherine as a person and feel that she is a very hard working and honest attorney providing very worthwhile services. We had to call a number of times to accomplish funding of different components of our trust and designating beneficiaries correctly after our trust was completed and we were always assisted in a knowledgeable, expedious and efficient manner.
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30 Dec, 2015 by Carol
Having dealt with many attorneys during my 20 year career in the legal profession, I am very impressed with Catherine Hammond and her entire firm. Catherine is extremely knowledgeable and very professional in providing her services. We attended one of her estate planning seminars with a followup appointment in which she provided clear, concise insights which were extremely beneficial in our decision-making process. Catherine treats her clients like family. She continually provides seminars to ensure that you and your Successor Trustee understand all aspects of your trust and that you keep it up-to-date. She doesn't just make the document, collect her fee, and forget about you. I know I can call her or members of her staff with questions at any time. I am proud to recommend Catherine Hammond and her firm for any estate planning service you may need. She is the best of the best!!
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11 Jan, 2024 by Leah
Courtney was amazing council throughout my divorce. I had a pretty straight forward case, but even in some of the difficult areas, Courtney guided me the whole way. Courtney and her staff are amazing at insuring you have everything you need to get your case reviewed in a timely fashion. Courtney is also incredibly professional. I highly recommend Courtney for any case.
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04 Jan, 2024 by Linda
From the first call to Courtney’s office and thru the entire emotionally hard divorce Courtney and her staff were kind and professional to me at all times. Her paralegal Susie was outstanding as well and was very patient with me and all my questions ! I felt confident that Courtney would assure my divorce settlement was fair. I felt well taken care of and would highly recommend her to anyone seeking a competent compassionate lawyer.
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14 Dec, 2023 by Anonymous
Cortney was amazing, very helpful and gracious. Herself and team are amazing and will go to the very end with you with out hesitation.
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27 Jan, 2022 by Mina
Brittany and her whole staff were awesome! They were all so kind and answered by 1,000 questions at every step of the way. Very patient, kind, understanding and SUPER patient. Highly recommend.
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01 Apr, 2020 by Linda
Thank you Ms. Gloersen for your help and expertise in Estate Planning and Wills! Ms. Gloersen was extremely patient and understanding regarding my questions and desires. Not only was my initial consultation constructive and informative, but the process of signing the final documents was also impressive. All precautions we're taken to protect her clients. A drive through was set up in the parking lot to allow social distancing and minimal contact, while maintaining privacy. For the past 20 years, I have sought help from the Attornies at Landis, Graham and French regarding Real Estate issues and Estate Planning. Thank you for all your excellent help in the past and present.
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22 Jun, 2019 by Doris
Brittany - as well as Deborah and Jackie - Professionally handled the court fillings and several other items in regard to settling my brothers will. There were several other matters they also helped with - that were above and beyond what you would expect attorneys to do.
Very pleased with how they handed the complete matter.
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15 Mar, 2024 by Ap20201
Our experience with SinclairProsser Law, LLC was very positive from our first meeting. The entire staff was friendly and caring. They answered all of our questions and informed us about matters we wouldn’t have known to ask about. We would highly recommend their services.
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15 Mar, 2024 by Lr17651
My wife passed away on August 12, 2016. Our living trust was 5 years old on August 11, 2016, so on completion of the necessary trust administration occasioned by my wife’s passing, I agreed to a restatement of the trust to reflect pertinent changes which had taken place in the 5 years since the trust was formed.
I found the firm’s representative to be responsive, thorough and highly professional in all respects.
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12 Feb, 2020 by Jim
My wife and I established separate trusts and updated estate documents through an effort that was completed in October 2017. In December 2017 my wife exhibited maladies that were diagnosed as Metastatic Melanoma. After several weeks in hospice, she passed away on Christmas Day 2017.
How quickly one's world can be turned upside down....and how grateful I have been to have had current, complete estate documents through which I can, as trustee, manage the resulting estate affairs.
Colleen Prosser, along with Crystal, helped us to update our estate documents. It was very comforting to have someone like Colleen who has extensive background in estate law to formulate and implement a trust structure and provisions that allows effective management by me as trustee.
The carefully crafted documents also lay the groundwork for transition to alternative designated trustees should I pass or become incapable of decision making. These documents provide piece of mind that I am leaving a "tight ship" that can be easily passed on and sustained.
Colleen was very helpful in assessing approaches that best fit our assets and financial resources. As with everyone my wife and I met at Sinclair Prosser, she was very competent, pleasant, patient, and helpful.
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29 Jan, 2020 by Carol
Mr. Mathis was courteous and efficient in updating our documents. He took the extra step of referring us to an attorney in a different field who could answer specific questions which fell out of the purview of estate planning. I recommend his services and appreciate his professional expertise.
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06 Jan, 2020 by Diana
I would highly recommend Joseph Mathis to anyone considering an attorney for a matter. Period. I have been a paralegal for the past 25 years in Washington state, but lacked a referral from any sources to handle the probate of my stepmother in Maryland. I found Mr. Mathis just as you are doing now by reading his reviews on AVVO. I was compelled by the online review to contact him and I was not disappointed in any area of representation.
My case involved the probate of my stepmother’s estate. My father pre-deceased my stepmother, but my father’s estate was not probated based on the assumption that my stepmother would “do the right thing” by my father. This was my father’s third wife, but he also had been married to her for over 30 years. She had no children of her own, her parents had pre-deceased her and she was estranged from her sister for over a decade, if not longer.
My step-mother did sign a will within months of my father’s passing that accomplished doing the “right thing”, however, due to either her severe alcoholism or undue pressure/influence from “friends”, she changed her will to exclude all three of my father’s children and leave her estate to three of her “friends”. Two of these friends hadn’t been part of her life for over five years and one of them was my father’s friend who she had been “dating” after my father’s passing.
After she passed away, we discovered that my stepmother’s alcoholism was more severe than anyone thought it to be. It was on this fact that I pursued investigating a will contest, aka caveat proceeding, with Mr. Mathis. Based upon my stepmother’s severe change in behavior, her self-isolation, and new discovered high level of alcoholism, I truly believed that my stepmother was not in her right state of mind when she signed the second will. . In addition to my stepmother signing the new will two years after my father’s passing and 4 years before she passed, we were told by her attorney that she had sent a letter to him that stated that none of her deceased husband’s family were to inherit from her estate.
In the end the land my grandfather gifted to my father in the early 70s (pre-marriage to my step-mother) where he and my father built the only home my father’s children knew, and the only piece of land my father grew up on from age 12, was sold and the proceeds split between “friends”.
I was forced to purchase a few of my father’s guns from my stepmother’s estate. I found out about the auction of my father’s items the morning of the auction. Obviously, I couldn’t get to Gettysburg from the West Coast in time. I emailed and called Mr. Mathis’ office at 6:00 am (PST) and Mr. Mathis called the personal representative’s attorney to see about stopping the auction or what options might be available to us. There was nothing I could do but bid on my father’s property. I called Mr. Mathis in tears this day to tell him how things went. I had to leave him a message with my crying voice. He was so kind, he called me after hours to see how I was doing.
All of this hurt my heart wickedly, but I cannot say enough positive things about Mr. Mathis’ handling of this case. When we discovered the letter plus the new will of my step-mother, Mr. Mathis was very honest with me about worrying about the amount of money it might take to fight the will with this new information plus the probability of not being able to “win”. Mr. Mathis could have simply told me a retainer amount and taken my money, however, he admitted he was concerned about the costs versus the probability of winning. This is the mark of a truly great attorney. Based on my experience, a great attorney is more concerned about the negative affect on his/her client’s versus being paid a fee in a probable no win situation.
I recommend Mr. Mathis for any legal matter you seek counsel on without any reservation!!!
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25 Oct, 2019 by Mark
Mr Mathis is a very knowledgable, easy going estate planner. He was able to explain many things in simple terms and my 87 year old mom thought he was great too!
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12 Feb, 2023 by Kathy
Lauren was extremely helpful in creating our Family Trust and how to place all our assets into the trust. We highly recommend her.
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26 Jan, 2022 by Anonymous
Lauren Leffler was just the attorney my family needed. My spouse and I approached her with the thought we were making small edits to our wills, but she helped us realize that we needed a full revamp. She was really knowledgeable about our unique needs and we feel secure that our wishes will be upheld thanks to our documents that she created. It would not have happened with the old ones. We’re so relieved to have found her!
A few months later, we needed to update my parents’ documents, this was much more of a time crunch than ours. After our good experience, I reached out to her for help. She got their documents done with the speed we needed. She was equally knowledgeable about my parents’ needs, which were very different from my own. We’ve been doing a lot of meetings for my parents these days getting their affairs tidied up, and Lauren has been the only one who has come to the initial consultation meeting having read their existing documents in advance.
Their office is easy to get to, but for my housebound parents, she came to their apartment.
My sibling plans to use Lauren to update their documents, my other sibling who lives out of state is disappointed they can’t use her (they asked).
We’ll definitely call Lauren in the future for any needs that arise.
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12 Dec, 2021 by Rhonda
I hired Lauren to help me with a guardianship case. There are not enough good things I can possibly say about my experience with her. She gave immediate attention to all the items needed in the case and returned emails and phone calls quickly. She seemed to always be one step ahead of the case. Her and her staff made this an easier than I anticipated experience. Not only is she knowledgeable and professional but she really cares about you and the parties involved. I can never thank her enough and highly recommend her and her firm.
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20 Dec, 2022 by Mayely de lopez
David has always been the Best option for us as a bussiness, he always makes the time to answer questions and it's very kind to all the staff that has to interact with him.
David really knows what he is doing and hiring him Will help your bussiness to rest assure your legal aspects of the company are well taken care of.
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15 Mar, 2022 by Christina
David went above and beyond what most lawyers offer in a consultation. He sat down with me and explained honestly what he felt were the strengths and weaknesses in my case.
I did not get 100% the answer I wanted to hear-- but that's how I knew he was being honest, and not just trying to take my money. He explained where there were gaps in the law that just would not let me make as strong a case as I wanted as a tenant.
I would definitely recommend him to anyone looking for an honest assessment of their case.
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05 Mar, 2021 by Dmitry
I asked for a free consultation on Avvo and Attorney Owens gave clear answers to all the questions which I asked in my email.
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16 Nov, 2023 by Nancy
We had Dave set up a family trust for us. He and his office staff are very helpful and professional. Everything was explained to us so we were able to understand exactly what we should do. I would definitely recommend Lucas Law Associates. They are the best!!
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13 May, 2020 by Melanie
My family relocated to Melrose from California in 2019 and bought a house. David Lucas and staff helped us with the Purchase and Sales contract, and because we were so pleased with the work they did, we subsequently engaged with them to update our estate planning documents (will, trust, healthcare proxy, etc.). I cannot review them highly enough. Both of the attorneys at the firm and the office support staff were highly professional, courteous, and patient with us, explaining complex documents and drawing from their legal experiences to showcase specific examples that led them to include certain provisions in the materials for their clients. Not only did they help us with the purchase of our (beloved) new home and help us navigate some difficult issues in the drawing up of our estate paperwork, but they are now shepherding my elderly parents through the same process. At all times, Mr. Lucas and his staff conduct themselves professionally and with compassion. They are highly responsive and adept at guiding their clients through a dizzying web of legal issues. Their rates are also reasonable and in-line with other law firms we researched in the area.
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10 Aug, 2019 by Caroline
David Lucas enabled our family to dissolve an LLC and set up a family mortgage with courtesy, kindness, and respect providing professional guidance and expertise at a reasonable cost. We are grateful.
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17 Feb, 2019 by Tom & velva
Patricia A Clements helped my wife and I set up our will and our entire estate in a trust account. She added numerous very important legal principles that are very helpful which we would never have thought of if we had completed our will by ourselves over the internet. All the her legal expertise will save us time, money and legal headaches from potential future problems that we or our children will not have to be entangled with in the future. Patricia Clements price and her legal knowledge was so helpful we have referred many of our friends to her. All of our friends came back andtold us that they were so glad we referred Patricia Clements to them. They also said the same thing, "Patricia saved them from several potential headaches due to her legal expertise.
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28 Jan, 2019 by Barbara
I'd been procrastinating trying to cobble together an estate plan using an online service for 2 years. It was time consuming and I realized that there were too many questions that I couldn't answer for my particular situation. Hiring Patricia removed the stress and made it a simple process. It's a relief and she was very easy to work with.
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20 Jan, 2019 by Anonymous
I had a recommendation to use Ms. Clements services for some estate planning. What a great recommendation! I decided to use her services and she was most helpful with our unusual situation. Live in 2 separate cities and she arranged the signing/witnessing with another law firm in my usual home area instead of near her office. Overall process was understandable and thorough.
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15 Jun, 2024 by Jonathan
It's all about relationships and Doug is a master. We absolutely love him and the entire Martinson & Beason team. They've been an absolute joy to work with in both planning and in this case making changes to our family trust. Thank you!
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23 Oct, 2023 by Richard
Doug provided clear factual answers to all our questions in a timely a manner. He took the time to Listen to our questions and concerns and help us to understand the issues involved and options available so that we could make informed decisions regarding the trust we wanted to establish. Multiple copies of the trusted documents were provided the day we signed the documents, and an electronic file copy was emailed to us. The total amount charged was very reasonable and affordable. We highly recommend Doug and his team.
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18 Sep, 2023 by Arthur
Mr. Doug Martinson first represented me many years ago. Since then, I have run into him often, and he has prepared a legal will for me. Each time that he provided legal services, he was agreeable to work with, trustworthy and charged fairly. Also, he is amicable, and well known and respected within the local community. The office of Martinson & Beason is even conveniently located right on the courthouse square. I highly recommend his firm to anyone in the area needing a lawyer.
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17 May, 2019 by Whitney
Jason drew up a complete set of estate planning documents for my grandmother. He answered all of her questions and explained to her how the documents would uphold her wishes in different situations. It took a lot of worry off of her, and he charged her a fraction of what other lawyers quoted her. We were both very impressed with him.
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17 Jul, 2017 by Ronnie
Due to the sudden loss of my mother-in-law, Jason F. Hicks handled a conservatorship matter for us concerning my sister-in-law, whom is a mentally handicapped disabled individual. This was our first legal matter we had ever been engaged with on a personal level, so for us this was a big deal for our family. Jason's communication with us was great, and his expertise was spot on! Anyone looking for a lawyer should most certainly consider Jason F, Hicks for their legal needs!
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13 May, 2017 by Laura
Jason helped me with a custody modification case. It was stressful to me, but he always took the time to answer my questions and reassure me. I was very pleased with the outcome of the case as well.
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19 Aug, 2021 by Anonymous
Glenn patiently explains the law and gives sound legal advice, while also considering the costs and ethically billing for his time. Every divorce has different details to work out-some more difficult than others-so Glenn's experience and attention to detail were valuable to me. I would recommend hiring Glenn.
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22 Dec, 2020 by Anonymous
I was provided with very useful information that helped in my situation greatly. I feel way more confident in my standing now and that boost to my morale alone has pivotal even in a short period of time. My deepest gratitude because this advice was done as volunteered time by Mr. Tanner.
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28 Aug, 2020 by Jj
I really appreciate the help received from Mr. Tanner and his assistant Kailee. Understanding and not pushy at all, professional and prompt response. The rate is very reasonable too.
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06 May, 2024 by Anonymous
I reached out to a number of law firms regarding my legal matter, the majority of them failed to simply contact and discuss the matter. Seth Oakes contacted the same day, was courteous, professional, and willing to assist. Thank you Seth, I appreciate your assistance.
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19 Apr, 2023 by Anonymous
We hired Seth to help us settle a real estate deal gone bad. By the end of our initial consultation, we knew we had chosen someone with the right knowledge, expertise, and personality that we needed to support us. He successfully guided us through the process, and we had a signed settlement agreement within a matter of weeks. We would highly recommend Seth and intend to consult with him again on our estate planning.
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01 Jun, 2022 by Nancy
Seth Oakes was recommended to me as a very smart, kind and compassionate lawyer who excelled in writing wills. There aren't enough words to compliment his skill as a lawyer. After having problems with my old will and making him understand what I wanted to do, he immediately corrected documents that were upsetting to me and gave me the right to have the will written to my specifications. This was not a rush job, but a thoughtful and excellent presentation of my wishes. It was a wonderful experience, and I would use Seth for any other legal needs.
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16 Apr, 2024 by Jennifer
We hired Carin for estate planning. She is an expert, she patiently answered all of my questions, and her team was great as well. Highly recommended (from two attorneys).
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22 Mar, 2024 by Mark
Carin Brio Law Office helped me setup a Trust for my
estate. I didn't have much background knowledge about
Trusts, and they were very patient with me and answered
any questions I had. As with the creation of any lenghty
legal document, there were a few hiccups along the way,
but they were handled appropriately and efficiently
by Carin and Paxton, her paralegal. I would definitely
consider them again for further legal tasks I might
encounter in the future.
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16 Mar, 2024 by Anonymous
Excellent communication and demonstrated professionalim when addressing all my questions and concerns. I will definitely get back for legal support as needed in the future, because I trust this lawyer. I highly reccomend.
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22 Mar, 2020 by Veronika
Loved working with Amanda. She is extremely knowledgeable and her office was very prompt in responding to questions, making appointments, and filing documents. Very satisfied with the results of our case and will not only recommend Amanda to family and friends, but will definitely come back for our future legal needs.
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06 Feb, 2020 by Anonymous
Amanda made getting our Family Trust completed easy! She was helpful in explaining in detail the questions we asked her and gave us explanations of the pros and cons of what we wanted to achieve. Her office staff is friendly and their work was done in a very timely manner!
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19 Jul, 2019 by Cheryl j.
My family and I live in New England and recently had a relative residing in Tennessee pass away with a small estate and no beneficiary, so we contacted the Tennessee Bar Association and they referred three Probate Lawyers. The second Attorney that we called and the one that we chose was Amanda Jelks. The consultation that we had was extremely informative and covered everything from our options, Tennessee Law, and legal fees. She, as well as her staff, were very professional and made the Small Estate Probate process seem effortless.
I don't normally review products or services, however, Amanda and her staff definitely deserve 5 stars and we would highly recommend this Attorney to anyone.
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20 Jan, 2022 by Anonymous
I was referred to Ms. Singletary from a previous Attorney who retired to have my Will and POA updated. Ms. Singletary was immediately available when I phoned the office for an appointment!.
She was extremely helpful and very knowledgeable and patiently took the time to thoroughly explain everything to me regarding the updates and required information for my Will in a way that I could completely understand. She made this a very easy task to accomplish, her fee's are very reasonable and her organizational skills are off the chart! I will definitely recommend her to my friends and family.
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19 Jan, 2022 by Nicole
Alexis was incredibly helpful in getting me set up as executor of my father's estate. She was always an email or phone call away if I had any questions. Very clear communication.
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01 Jul, 2020 by Andrea
I contacted Alexis based off her reviews on avvo.com, and her being near my home, to redo my will shortly after my Mother's death. Boy! Is she ever on the ball!!! She was kind, prompt, efficient and thought of everything. I'm so grateful for her expertise and assistance. Her attention to detail, promptness, and communication was more than I could have hoped for. She's also personable and I'm so grateful to have found her. Thank you Alexis!!!
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What a Probate Lawyer Can Do for You
A probate lawyer assists with the legal process of administering a deceased person’s estate. This often involves guiding executors (if a will exists) or beneficiaries (if no will exists) through the probate process to settle the estate according to the deceased’s wishes or applicable laws. Probate lawyers can help validate the will, distribute assets, resolve disputes among heirs, handle outstanding debts or taxes, and ensure the estate is legally and efficiently administered.
Whether you’re an executor of an estate or an heir facing probate proceedings, a probate lawyer can help you navigate the often-complex legal process to ensure the estate is settled correctly.
When Should I Hire a Probate Lawyer?
You should consider hiring a probate lawyer when you are responsible for managing the estate of a deceased individual, especially in the following situations:
- The estate has substantial assets: If the estate includes significant assets like real estate, investments, or business interests, legal assistance is often necessary to handle the distribution properly.
- The will is being contested: If there are disputes among heirs regarding the validity of the will or the division of assets, a probate lawyer can help resolve the conflict.
- The estate includes complex or unclear provisions: If the will contains complicated instructions or there are no clear beneficiaries, a lawyer can ensure that the estate is administered according to legal requirements.
- There is no will (intestate estate): When a person dies without a will, the estate is subject to intestacy laws, which determine how assets are distributed. A probate lawyer can help navigate this process.
- Debt or tax issues exist: If the estate owes significant debts or is subject to estate taxes, a probate lawyer can help ensure debts are paid appropriately and taxes are minimized.
- Probate disputes: If family members or other parties are disputing the distribution of assets or challenging the executor's actions, legal representation is crucial to defending your rights and ensuring the estate is handled properly.
Hiring a probate lawyer early in the process can help avoid costly mistakes and ensure the estate is settled efficiently.
What Does a Probate Lawyer Do?
A probate lawyer provides a wide range of legal services to help manage and settle an estate. Their tasks can include:
- Validating the will: Filing the will with the probate court and ensuring its legal validity.
- Guiding executors or administrators: Advising the person responsible for managing the estate on their duties, including inventorying assets, notifying creditors, and paying debts.
- Filing necessary paperwork: Preparing and submitting the legal documents required to initiate and complete the probate process.
- Resolving disputes: Mediating or litigating disputes among heirs or between beneficiaries and executors, including challenges to the will or disagreements over asset distribution.
- Handling debt and tax matters: Ensuring that outstanding debts, taxes, and estate taxes are properly calculated and paid from the estate’s assets.
- Distributing assets: Ensuring that assets are distributed to the beneficiaries according to the will or intestacy laws, and that all legal requirements are fulfilled.
- Closing the estate: Completing the final steps of the probate process, including filing a final accounting with the court and formally closing the estate.
How Are Probate Lawyers Paid?
Probate lawyers typically charge for their services based on the complexity of the estate and the nature of the legal work involved. Common payment structures include:
- Hourly rate: Most probate lawyers charge by the hour, with rates depending on the lawyer’s experience and the complexity of the estate. Hourly rates can range from $150 to $500 or more.
- Flat fee: For simple estates or straightforward probate tasks, some lawyers may charge a flat fee that covers all of the necessary legal work.
- Percentage of the estate: In some states, probate lawyers are allowed to charge a percentage of the estate's value as their fee. This percentage typically ranges from 2% to 5%, depending on the size of the estate and state regulations.
- Retainer fee: Some lawyers may require an upfront retainer fee, which is billed against as the probate process progresses.
It’s important to clarify the fee structure during your initial consultation to understand how you will be charged and avoid unexpected costs.
How Much Does a Probate Lawyer Cost?
The cost of hiring a probate lawyer depends on several factors, including the complexity of the estate, the type of legal issues involved, and the lawyer’s fee structure. General cost estimates include:
- Simple estates: For estates with straightforward assets and no disputes, probate legal fees can range from $2,500 to $10,000, depending on the lawyer's fees and the state's probate laws.
- Complex estates: For larger or more complicated estates with multiple properties, business interests, or disputes, probate costs can exceed $10,000 and may reach $20,000 or more.
- Hourly rates: If charged by the hour, expect rates between $150 and $500, depending on the lawyer’s expertise and geographic location.
- Percentage fees: In some cases, a probate lawyer may charge 2% to 5% of the estate’s value, particularly for larger estates or those involving complex legal matters.
Always ask for a clear estimate of fees during your initial consultation to understand the total cost of probate representation.
Top Questions to Ask a Probate Lawyer
Before hiring a probate lawyer, it’s essential to ask the right questions to ensure you’re hiring someone qualified to handle your estate needs. Key questions include:
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What experience do you have with probate cases like mine?
Ensure the lawyer has experience with estates of similar complexity, especially if disputes or high-value assets are involved. -
How do you charge for your services?
Ask whether the lawyer charges an hourly rate, a flat fee, or a percentage of the estate, and request a cost estimate. -
What is the likely timeline for my probate case?
While it’s hard to predict exactly, an experienced lawyer can give you a general idea of how long the probate process may take based on the specifics of your estate. -
What steps will you take to manage and distribute the estate?
Ask about the lawyer’s approach to handling debts, taxes, and asset distribution. -
Will you be handling my case personally?
In larger firms, junior attorneys or paralegals may handle some aspects of your case, so it’s important to know who will be working on your probate case. -
What are potential challenges we may face?
A good lawyer will be able to anticipate possible issues, such as will contests or creditor claims, and explain how they would handle them.
How to Check the Credibility of a Probate Lawyer
To ensure you’re hiring a reputable probate lawyer, follow these steps to check their credentials and experience:
- Verify their state bar status: Check with your state’s bar association to confirm the lawyer is licensed to practice and has no history of disciplinary action.
- Look for probate experience: Review the lawyer’s website or professional profile to ensure they specialize in probate law and have experience handling estates of similar complexity.
- Read client reviews and testimonials: Look for online reviews on platforms like Avvo or Martindale-Hubbell to see what past clients have said about the lawyer’s probate experience.
- Ask for references: A credible lawyer should be able to provide references from past clients who can vouch for their professionalism and expertise in handling probate matters.
- Look for membership in professional organizations: Membership in organizations like the American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys (AAEPA) or the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA) can indicate a lawyer's commitment to estate and probate law.
What Should I Prepare for My First Consultation?
To make the most out of your first consultation with a probate lawyer, it’s important to come prepared with relevant documents and information. Here’s what you should bring:
- A copy of the will or trust (if applicable): Bring any estate planning documents left by the deceased, including wills, trusts, or powers of attorney.
- List of assets and debts: Prepare a detailed list of the deceased’s assets (e.g., real estate, bank accounts, investments) and outstanding debts (e.g., loans, mortgages, credit cards).
- Death certificate: Bring a certified copy of the deceased person’s death certificate.
- Contact information for heirs and beneficiaries: Have a list of all individuals or entities named in the will or who are entitled to inherit under intestacy laws.
- Questions about the probate process: Write down any questions you have about the process, costs, and potential issues you might face.
- Relevant financial records: If available, bring any relevant financial documents, such as bank statements, property deeds, and tax returns.
By coming prepared, you can ensure a productive consultation and allow the lawyer to provide the best advice for your situation.
