Jesse James Campbell, experienced Car Accident, Medical Malpractice attorney in Johnson City, TN with 155 reviews
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Jesse James Campbell

118 E. Watauga Ave, Johnson City, TN

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Andrew waters

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26 Dec, 2024
Thomas helped me out big time after I got hit by a drunk driver with no insurance. Appreciate the garza law firm big time.
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Kathy cradic

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23 Dec, 2024
Thomas J. Smith , attorney, went above and beyond for me and my family! He was sympathetic to our bad situation and was there to answer all our questions! He visited me in the hospital on more than one occasion and worked hard to get us taken care of! I highly recommend him and his firm! I would not hesitate to use their services again! I am truly a satisfied customer! Kathy Cradic
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Rita taylor

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12 Nov, 2024
So thankful for Attorney Jesse Campbell and his paralegal, Heather Houchins and the work they did for my husband, Robert Taylor, on the case involving his accident. Though the time was very stressful because of his injuries sustained in the accident and medical procedures needed afterwards, the two of them took care of the case and helped us through the process. We will not hesitate to contact them or recommend them and The Garza Law Firm, if the need arises.
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Highly responsive and attentive to clients' needs
“They were always available for questions or concerns we had and kept us updated on our case regularly.”
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Caring, empathetic, and go above and beyond for clients
“They were there to answer all our questions! He visited me in the hospital on more than one occasion and worked hard to get us taken care of!”
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Efficient and effective in resolving cases
“Very happy with how quickly my case was resolved. They were always happy to answer questions and provide support through the whole process!”
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Strong reputation and highly recommended by satisfied clients
“I highly recommend Mr. Smith and the The Garza Law Firm for your legal needs. They will be my first call should I ever need legal representation in the future.”
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Personable and make clients feel like family
“I gained not only a positive verdict in our favor but I gained a lifetime of new friends!”
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Slow response times and communication issues at times
“Did not get back to me in the time frame that they first told me. I called them back and they said it would take a couple more days.”
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May not take on smaller cases
“I guess my case was to small for them to help me. I will not use them ever again.”

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