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The lawyer is described as professional, responsive, and knowledgeable about the law and legal process
“He was patient and either answered my phone call or returned my call promptly. He explained the law, the process and my options to me every step of the case and made sure I had time to make decisions. He knew the law, he knew the process, he knew his business.”
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The lawyer provided excellent client service, including being available to answer questions, keeping clients informed, and guiding them through the legal process
“Joe was very dedicated to resolving my case in a timely manner and was always available to help answer any questions I had.”
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The lawyer was able to achieve successful outcomes for his clients, including securing favorable settlements
“I received much more compensation than I was able to negotiate myself. Certainly a very worthwhile decision in making Joey my representative.”
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The lawyer was slow to act and unresponsive in one case, failing to conduct a proper investigation or provide updates to the client
“Months of phone tagging, missing appointments and non action we parted ways. So the question is what did he do all those months ? Conduct an investigation? where? wheres the investigators name, new data Eyewitness statements, data of the scene? his interview of the driver? passenger ?”
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The lawyer was unwilling to take on a case that the client believed had merit, and the client felt the lawyer was trying to "save face" by claiming he would not represent them
“Caputo sent a reply stating HE wont represent our case, although we might have a valid case, but he wont represent us, after we let him go? Realistically, we felt Caputo is trying to save face.”

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13 May, 2017 by Anonymous
Joe took care of my family and I for several years. He made sure he communicated the complexities of the legal process in a way I could understand. He made sure I always knew where the case stood and gave me advice through the times that I needed it. I very much appreciate Joe for his service and will come back to the Zinda firm in case of any future troubles.
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22 Mar, 2017 by Robin
February 2016, is a blur to me. I was in a tragic auto wreck with my parents who died at the scene. Joe was there for my family until I was able to communicate, then he was there for me through the rest of my ordeal. One never knows what to do in the event a tradgedy takes place. Joe was there to answer questions and cheer me on my recovery. A little over a year later, I am well on my way to recovery AND the settlement!! I have no idea how or what we would have done without the expert advice of Joe and Sunday Law group. Thank you Joe for being there for me and my family during the most horrific time of our lives.
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19 Mar, 2017 by G. family
Every data here is documented and can be verified. On Oct. 2016 a family member was brutally killed as he walked across a street to get to the convenience /gas station. I signed Mr. Caputos to represent our interest. The following took place in the span of several months. when i met caputo I supplied himwith newspaper data that reported the incident, the first and final police report of the accident . names of witnesses i gathered from from the newspaper and the police report . He supplied the same given report ,a video he got that anyone could have gotten as this was FOI (freedom of info.) and a few pics of a dead body . Thats it. No data as as to names dates or results .what we accomplish? nothing. He stated he needed additional plaintiffs for the case after months later and Caputo still kept us waiting. Months of phone tagging, missing appointments and non action we parted ways. So the question is what did he do all those months ? Conduct an investigation? where? wheres the investigators name, new data Eyewitness statements, data of the scene? his interview of the driver? passenger ? All we had was what i had given him a police report a video that captured the incident and foul pics of my dead family member. Did Caputo researched the law for options? it takes Caputo months to strategically plan and implement a case.then why did the majority of other attorneys give us the same answers within a day. So months of nothing we let him go. Caputo sent a reply stating HE wont represent our case, although we might have a valid case, but he wont represent us, after we let him go? Realistically, we felt Caputo is trying to save face. we feel left in the back burner, when we moaned he reacted.. slightly. when terminated he gets miffed and states HE dropped us. childish reaction. Mind you a pedestrian got killed. FACTS 1. On videotaped it showed it wasnt dark. it was dusk not nighttime. There were large lit street lights on the corners including one over where the impact took place. there was bright lights from the gas station at the same corner there was bright neon lights from the conv. store /gas station, and restaurant across the same corner. 2 video shows pedestrian walked corner to corner. He didn't dart out between cars. there was no obstruction. it was an open 5 lane street It took him almost 15 sec to get to other side 3. the driver contradicts his version of what happened more then once Wife admitted to searching on the phone for a place to eat suggesting distraction, not paying attention 4. NOBODY deserves to be killed and shelved the pedestrian was . especially from your own counsel. Its a good ol boys Texas town with attitude. the newspaper reporter admited. the pedestrian was 60 years old Hispanic man. killed crossing a well lit at 3-4 ft away other corner. hit by a well to do white male at more then 40 mph flipping pedestrian in the air, landing over 40 feet away, breaking his legs fracturing his skull, lacerating his body and detaching his arm . Video shows break lights after impact. driver moved truck to appear it was sudden. we expected answers, we got NOTHING just excuses. Other attorneys gave answers within days, why waste our time, his time, the bars time. just say i don't want, can't handle, can't do, complete or win this case? Caputo just gave insult to injury.
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23 Feb, 2015 by Anonymous
Mr. Caputo is a fantastic attorney. Although I hope that I don't have to call an attorney for anything else, if I needed to I would call Joey.
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20 Feb, 2015 by Anonymous
I used Joe for assistance on several legal matters. He really took the time out to explain the process, and I always felt like he cared. I don't know too many attorneys who give out their cell phone number, or respond to text messages on the weekends, but I would definitely recommend Joe to my family and friends.
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23 Aug, 2024 by Katie parks
Working with Jason on my immigration application was an exceptional experience, from start to finish. He was thoroughly educated in the process, provided in-depth and clear information at each stage, patiently answered every question I had (no matter how small or silly!), and was such a calming presence throughout the journey. His kindness, caring, and compassion were a huge comfort to me along the way. You can tell he loves his work and is committed to helping his clients succeed. I highly recommend him. Thank you, Jason!
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We have had a wonderful experience working with Jason! What I have appreciated most about him is that he is very clear about exactly what needs to be done and when. He provides great context and additional information to understand why and potential issues / concerns that might arise (and we've had some VERY unique immigration issues).
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23 Feb, 2015 by John
I've worked with him for many years now. I love his easy going style. You can talk to him and strategize and he's very understanding of clients. Kent does not browbeat or lecture like many attorneys I've met. I've found that it's very important that I work with someone who is easy to get along with and that's Kent. He's been very successful with the work that he's done for me with both my personal life and my businesses. Kent is also a highly qualified CPA. It's wonderful to have a single CPA and attorney because it's usually so hard and expensive to get two people on the same page with tax and financial issues.
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