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21 May, 2016 by Robert
Linda was referred to me which turned out to be a 3 year guardianship and multi lawsuit battle, where the local establishment was taken on. This could have been an easier task but given the defendant it wasn't. Through her stratergiy and determination we together achieved our original goals. Today, I consider Linda to be one of the most outstanding Attorney's I've ever met and consider a friend.
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21 Apr, 2015 by Jill
I was recommended to Linda Snelling by a neighbor for estate and guardianship advice.
Linda helped guide us through difficult family/business problems and was instrumental in our prevailing in litigation.
Linda is a brilliant lawyer and CPA who thoroughly knows estate and trust matters and tax implications; additionally she really cares about her clients.
I highly recommend Linda Snelling.
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15 Apr, 2015 by Julie
My family has used Linda's services for advanced estate planning for many years. She is easy to understand, compassionate, highly intelligent, and extremely educated in her field. (She has a Masters in Tax Law and is a CPA). Linda understands the issues of today's complex legal environment and is patient in her explanation of the application of these legal issues to our family's goals. I will continue to use Linda for our future meeds.
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12 Apr, 2017 by Brendan
We have used Maura's law firm for a number of issues, including preparation of a living trust, estate planning and property matters. We are consistently delighted with the professional, speedy, personal and thorough handling off all legal matters. Maura is very knowledgeable and instills a sense of confidence and trust. We werent really expecting that from a law firm to be honest. The work prodcut is flawless and completed in a very short time period. Lastly, Maura is very attentive, a pleasure to work with and always keeps commitments. I have no hesitation in recommending her and the firm to anyone.
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17 Mar, 2017 by Luther
Our family required the services of an attorney in Palm Beach Gardens/Palm Beach County to create a Will, Power of Attorney, Living Trust, as well as other legal necessities. Not knowing anyone in that area, we trusted ARAG and were directed to and retained the services of Ms. Maura Curran, Attorney. Ms. Curran immediately put us at ease with a combination of confidence, professionalism, and responsiveness. She proactively took charge of all legal aspects and in just two visits had a professional packet with all of our legal papers to take home. She successfully counseled my wife and me on the documents we required. She went above and beyond our case by taking the time to answer questions regarding my recently widowed Mother-in-Law. Ms. Curran did this with superb legal skills, patience, and professionalism. My wife and I highly recommend Ms. Curran for representation involving any type of estate planning, trusts, and wills. She competently demonstrated expertise in these areas, and we were extremely pleased with the resulting documents.
Sincerely,
L and M
West Palm Beach, FL
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23 May, 2012 by Rose
I have been using Maura for a few years for various business related activities and she has been on top of deadlines and my needy requests. She keeps on top of the issues and explains legal ramifications when I ask her for advice. She works well with other professionals that I encounter in my businesses. I cannot say enough great things about her and I truly enjoy having her on my side.
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16 Aug, 2023 by Joyce
Drew Ruzanski recently drew up a new will for my mom after my dad passed away. He took his time explaining everything to her that was in the new will, and did it in a very caring manner. He is a wonderful person to work with. He always got back to us immediately with any questions that we had along the way. I would highly recommend Drew Ruzanski for any legal issues as he is very detail-oriented and a pleasure to work with!
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14 Aug, 2023 by Anonymous
Mr. Ruzanski explained everything in full detail, as to what we needed to be concerned with and what didn't need to be addressed with our estate planning. From start to finish, he took the time to explain and then set up our wills, so that our family can rest assured that whatever happens, all the details have been taken care of to maximize our estate.
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09 Aug, 2023 by Veronica
I cannot recommend Drew Ruzanski Esq. enough to anyone who is looking for a knowledgeable, experienced, and compassionate estate attorney.
I recently worked with Drew to create a will and trust for my father who suddenly became very ill, and was incredibly impressed with his services. He was knowledgeable, and took the time to understand my specific needs and goals. He also made sure that I understood the implications of my decisions, and he was always available to answer my questions.
In addition he was incredibly compassionate towards my family's challenging situation and made sure I was comfortable through it all. I would not hesitate to recommend Drew to anyone who is looking for estate planning and administration!
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22 Nov, 2015 by Ilah
Ms. Schreiber was extremely knowledgeable and totally put our minds at ease while my husband and I obtained guardianship for our disabled son. She made it seem easy and worry-free. Parents of disabled children have so many other concerns that they need to address over the course of their children's lives that it was such a pleasure having Ms. Schreiber represent us. Along with being professional, she was also very loving and kind. We can't thank her enough!
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03 Jul, 2012 by Judith
Ms. Schreiber has a thorough and accurate knowledge of the disabled. She answered specific questions regarding the guardianship of my very handicapped daughter. Ms. Schreiber became familiar with my daughter's case and did not generalize questions about her disability or her care. She made sure information was provided to me at my convenience, when I was available, and fought for my child not to have to attend a court appearance. This would have been tramatic due to her disabling condition. All questions were answered and I was at ease with the level of confidence she held and passed on to me throughout the guardianship process. I would recommend Ms. Schreiber to those seeking compassionate assistance.
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26 Jun, 2012 by Betty
I first met Annemarie about a year ago when I needed someone who I could trust & provide advice on matters of selling my parents place of residence due to illness, passing & the settling of estate matters. It was refreshing to finally have an attorney who took the stress & worry out of handling such matters during extremely difficult times. Once these items were completed, to which great care & attention were given, I then retained her services for my own personal family needs. Again everything went like clockwork; smoothly & without any stress associated with such issues & needs. Annemarie's experience, guidance & assistance on matters regarding estate planning as well as social security disability were/and are invaluable. This is the first time that I can say in all my years of working with attorneys, from a professional & personal standpoint, that someone actually responded back, put forth a plan, executed it, advised well, followed up, made sure "t's" were crossed, "i's" dotted and returned calls & emails in more than a timely fashion. She has two wonderful assistants, Sandra and Grace, who, together and individually, form a great team.
Annemarie's values, experience and care for her clients definitely sets her apart from the rest. No one client is the same or has the same need to which Annemarie understands and pays great attention to. Without hesitation, I have already recommended Annemarie to others and will continue to do so.
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20 Mar, 2019 by Cali
I recently purchased a new home and decided that it was a great time to establish a plan for the future. Honesty, I had no clue what an estate plan really was and the difference between a will, trust, etc. Loung Law came highly recommended to me by one of my friends. I contacted Mary and she was extremely responsive. She encourages open communication and was readily available to discuss my concerns and answer all my questions. The absolute BEST thing about Mary is that she was able to explain all the legal terms and conditions to me in an easy way for me to understand. She used real life examples to help me understand the in's & out's of all the different aspects of the estate planning documents. Mary was extremely efficient and within just a couple of weeks, my estate plan was finalized! I have to be honest, before I started this, I thought it was going to be a long, tedious process -- but in fact it was just the opposite! It was so much easier than I expected and it's really nice to have that sense of peace now that everything is done. Thank you Mary at Loung Law!!!!
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31 Oct, 2018 by Jeanne
Seldom do I write reviews. Mary Loung deserves this one. In addition to her true professionalism, knowledge, integrity, great communication skills, and thoroughness, she is easy to work with. She cared about our personalized outcome and guided us through this very important estate planning process with sensitivity and proficiency. We asked countless questions and she was incredibly patient. I have already highly recommended Mary and will continue to do so!
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18 Sep, 2018 by Mahsa
It was truly a pleasure to work with Mary. I had longed postponed preparing a trust for my son as I viewed the process as gruesome and challenging.
I finally made the decision to take the step and had the great fortune to connect with Mary.
Mary was not only knowledgable, organized, patient and thorough but also a delight to work with. Her charming personality and lovely humor made the process feel seamless and even enjoyable.
I highly recommend Mary to all friends and family.
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23 Jun, 2020 by Anonymous
Andrea helped us restate our trust and setup an LLC for my husband's business. When my father-in-law passed away, she helped answer questions regarding his estate administration. In our experience, she responded to emails and questions on a timely manner, provided clear instructions and was a pleasure to work with. She is an honest, kind and dedicated attorney.
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27 Apr, 2020 by Al and jean
As we stated in our May 2020 BATSON BULLETIN e-newsletter, it was time for our estate documents to be updated due to family changes and to be certain they were current with Arizona law. We are Realtors who specialize in Seniors (SRES designation/Seniors Real Estate Specialists) so finding Andrea Claus will help many people whose paths we cross.. Andrea came highly recommended; then we were privileged to hear her speak at Pioneer Title/Desert Ridge. She certainly has a handle on how important real estate is to your estate planning. She was delightful to work with in preparing our new documents and came up with so many excellent recommendations. We’re so pleased with Andrea and her staff (especially Jackie Chaney). The process was thorough and efficient and accomplished via telephone/email right up to the date we signed (masked, gloved with our own pens) in the parking lot outside of her office during COVID19. Flawless! We feel so relieved to know our Trust & other documents are in order and she’ll be there when the time comes…hopefully many years from now. Thank you Al and Jean Batson
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23 Jan, 2018 by Rj
Andrea is thoughtful and caring. She took the time to understand our situation and welcomed us as a friend. She answered all of our questions and ensured that weI understood every part of the plans that she created. Her knowledge about the various facets of our plan was impressive. We highly recommend Andrea
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05 Jul, 2019 by Cory
At every turn, Blake has been available to discuss immediate-need items and also, when necessary, thorough, accurate and communicative on all long-term strategy legal matters as they effect my business.
We have been thrilled with the outcome of several legal matters and Blake's efforts have been at the heart of those outcomes.
I would highly encourage anyone in need of legal advice to consult with Blake/Goodson Law and Legacies before making any critical legal decisions.
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05 Jul, 2019 by Mike
Every time and item we have asked Mr Moscatello to do has been completed efficiently and accurately.
An excellent Lawyer.
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02 Jul, 2019 by Brian
Blake has been very proactive, in both document work for myself and our firm and for our clientele.
He is very thorough, and consults with other professionals when it is called for.
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01 Aug, 2018 by Ronald
I hired attorney Clark for litigation regarding an estate plan for my parents which included VA benefits for my father and some medical care planning for my mother. We had to go to court on some complicated issues that only a handful of local attorneys even knew how to handle. She was successful both times and won our cases. Attorney Clark is quick, easy to talk to and very thoughtful. I would refer anyone to her.
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05 Jun, 2016 by Bonnie
I hired Ms. Clark to handle a real estate matter for me. She was really good in the courtroom and we won the case. I would refer her to anyone who wants to win their case. If needed, I will hire her again..
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17 Aug, 2010 by Anonymous
I have known this attorney for years. She is a good attorney, who prepares for her cases and is very trustworthy.
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29 Oct, 2014 by Sheila
Shelley Rizzotti represented me and my nonprofit organization on a case that involves contractual, nonprofit, and animal law. She took on our case pro bono and stuck with us from beginning to end. She was very knowledgeable on the statutes pertaining to our case. She was meticulous and thorough in her research. Her letters were all skillfully written, and in the end we prevailed!
Shelley made the entire process easy for us. She assured us that she would be properly handled our case and she told us not to worry. She explained everything to us along the way. She gathered all pertinent documents and evidence; she allowed us to focus on our day-to-day operations rather than dwell on our case. This certainly lifted a huge burden off our shoulders. She gave us regular updates. She was readily available to answer any questions over the phone or by e-mail... even though she had taken on this case pro bono amid her busy schedule!
Shelley is an attorney with compassion, grit, and integrity. She is not one to take on a case if she does not fully believe there will be a positive outcome for her client(s). She will fight for her clients, and she will never back down. When she takes on a case, she comes up with a list of strategies to use to win the case. She has excellent people skills and was professional and firm in her dealings with the other party's attorney.
Overall, we are incredibly grateful to Shelley for her expertise and phenomenal help to our nonprofit organization. We highly recommend Shelley! She is by far one of the most effective lawyers we came across in the 10 years we have been in operation.
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13 Nov, 2012 by Lance
Shelley Rizzotti provided my business partner and I with excellent, detailed service. We were able to avoid a long, difficult case with her assistance. She examined and recommended points on all aspects of the case in a way that showed she was very engaged and extremely competent. She went far beyond our expectations and I am truly grateful to have found her.
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24 Jun, 2011 by Ken
I came to attorney Shelley Rizzotti with a few vague ideas about some kind of estate planning for my future. Shelley was quick to understand the uniqueness of my situation, and skillfully articulated her recommended solution in a way that would make sense to me. Shelley became my ally in developing a detailed, comprehensive, personalized estate strategy which included a trust, an advanced health care directive, a will, and a nomination of conservator. Throughout the process she was impressivley attentive to detail while courteous and patient with my questions. I have entrusted Shelley to oversee my personal legal affairs as such services may be needed. I have made this decision based on my assessment of her as a capable, diligent, compassionate professional who understands both legal and personal matters of importance to her clients.
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05 Mar, 2015 by Kelly
Attorney Scafide represented me in a residential real estate matter, and spared me considerable headache and expense when a tenant turned out to have questionable finances and intentions. Thanks to a well written contract and excellent, clear advice, what could have been a nightmare was a relatively painless matter to resolve. I recommend his services without reservation.
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15 Nov, 2013 by Chris
Mr. Scafide represented me in a commercial real estate matter. He was so effective that, at times, I actually felt sorry for the other side. Attorney Scafide is brilliant, resourceful, creative, and was completely honest about every aspect of a case, including what I could expect as a realistic outcome. His billing was fair --his hourly rate is not low, but he is a bargain given the excellent quality of service.
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01 Jun, 2013 by Bill in santa barbara
If you're looking for an honest and professional attorney who bills ethically contact him. Mr. Scafide is the best lawyer I know and have used many.
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27 Jan, 2015 by Frank
Mr. Pickard provided advice and legal representation, on two business cases for my company. He performed to my satisfaction successfully. I would be confident to use him or have him represent my company again.
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27 Jan, 2015 by Ray
David has done a good job for me and my family on several projects. David likes to resolve issues as soon as possible which I know has saved my family money.
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20 Jan, 2015 by Ray
I have been a client of Dave's for several years and he's the first attorney I have worked with that is honest. He has represented me or my company several times and each time I was very pleased with the results of his work on my behalf. Through all of this Dave and I have become friends as well, in addition he has recommended our construction company to several of his clients resulting is work for our firm.
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25 Mar, 2014 by Suzanne
My father had developed rapid onset dementia without making any plans for his estate or his care. After interviewing several attorneys, I hired Kyle to be my father's attorney. He set up a trust that assured Dad's on-going care and protected his assets. When dad died, Kyle settled the estate for the family.
Kyle was professional, knowledgeable, extremely responsive with a "can do" attitude. He is easy to talk to, responds quickly to emergencies, and deals well with difficult personalities. I highly recommend him.
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27 Jul, 2012 by Robin
We put off estate planning forever -- too expensive, our family too complicated, etc. Kyle just walked us through it, helped us make the best decisions and followed through. A great service and at very reasonable prices.
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21 Sep, 2011 by Mary matis
Worked with Kyle on estate planning. He is professional friendly and sensitive to issues which inevitably come up in estate planning. it was a pleasure doing business with him and highly recommend him
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22 Jun, 2015 by Elana
My husband and I were long overdue in creating our estate plan. Heather made it meaningful, simple and actually enjoyable to vision into these end of life issues to determine what would be best for us as a family. It is a pleasure to be in Heather's presence, truly. She is extremely easy to work with, thorough, and made the process much simpler than I expected. I highly recommend working with Heather.
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21 May, 2015 by Iris & john
We asked Heather to update our existing living trust, of which we were rather uninformed originally. Our experience with Heather was outstanding in every respect - she is amazingly organized, thorough, efficient, and a pleasure to do business with. We were left with a binder that is so complete and so easy to understand and follow that when the time comes to reference it, every step is outlined and explained so that even our 11 year old (brilliant) granddaughter will be able to understand and follow it!
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06 May, 2015 by Iris & john
We retained Heater Reynolds to review our existing but out of date living trust. Her knowledge, expertise, organizational skills, and professional attitude is amazing and very comforting. I will recommend her to all of our friends and business associates.
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15 Jun, 2016 by Jan and david
It would be difficult to find a better estate planning attorney than Analisa Pratt in the Bay Area. She is thorough, organized, and extremely smart. She worked with us to revise an outdated trust, and gave us an estate plan, and we are thrilled with the final product. Now we can forget about it, and focus on other things. Here are some of the things we liked:
• Flat Fee: We paid ½ of fee upon signing the agreement, and the rest upon completion of the finished product. She offered to redo anything we didn’t like at any time for no additional charge. There were no other fees.
• Questionnaire: We filled out a questionnaire with our own information before the first meeting. This prevents numerous changes and greatly reduces the chance for errors.
• Graphics and Explanations: We found her visual explanations made the intricacies of the estate plan much easier to follow
• Trust Language: The estate plan used easy to follow English instead of legalese. It was clear and concise and easy to understand.
• Communication: She stayed in touch by E mail and phone to address any questions we might have.
• Summary: We found Analisa Pratt to be an excellent estate planning attorney. We recommend her without any reservations.
Jan and David W
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01 May, 2016 by Anonymous
Analisa and I were laws school classmates. Although we weren’t that close, we had quite a few classes together as we were both in the Honors program. Even back then, Analisa had always striked me as an extremely intelligent, hardworking and genuinely kind person with great work ethics. Upon learning that Analisa has opened her own practice, I immediately went to her for my estate needs even though her office is 1.5 hours away from me. I didn’t bother to shop around as I knew that I could count on Analisa to do a fantastic job. Analisa was very patient and a pleasure to work with throughout the process. Every time I had questions(and I had quite a lot), she always responded quickly and thoroughly addressed any concerns I had. Towards the end of the process, Analisa was extremely accommodating and went above and beyond her scope of service in helping me get everything wrapped up before I started a new job. I’m completely happy with Analisa’s service and would highly recommend her.
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15 Mar, 2016 by Michael
I was referred to Analisa by a friend and had a very positive experience. Analisa is extremely knowledgeable and does a fantastic job describing complex estate planning issues. She takes the time to understand your situation and objectives before offering advice. I highly recommend her if you are looking for a professional, competent and down-to-earth estate planning attorney.
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24 Jun, 2022 by Violet
Victoria was very thorough going through my trust and explaining it, out loud, what’s in the trust and I heard something I wasn’t aware of and didn’t want. She made the adjustments to my satisfaction and I am very please. She also put my binder back in order. Thank you Victoria!
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24 Jun, 2020 by Doris
Victoria took us through the settlement of my parents trusts very efficiently and made the entire process, which could have been stressful, smooth and easy to understand. She also very efficiently reviewed our trust and made sure we were up to date. I highly recommend her.
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23 Jun, 2020 by Cathryn
I needed a new attorney to handle my estate planning. Although not ultra complex, I needed someone who could handle multiple trusts, carry out specific objectives, udate provisions, and correct some issues created by a former attorney.
I was referred to Victoria Horvatich and Copenbarger and Cooenbarger. After an initial consultation I felt confident that she would be able to handle our families estate planning needs.
Working with her was very easy. She was both responsive and attentive to detail. Setting up appointments and completing documents was easy. She took time to explain everything and helped develop a plan for the tasks I needed to do. Unfortunately, before we were able to complete all of the tasks, the COVID-19 shelter in place went into affect. Government offices were closed yet Victoria continued to work on my case.
Estate planning is never fun, but Victoria was able to make the process manageable and helped me complete a process that I had too long postponed.
I would highly recommend retaining Victoria Horvatich and will be using her in the future.
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05 Dec, 2021 by Devin
I hired Adam for a Landlord-Tenant dispute with my landlord. Adam was quick to respond, very knowledgeable, and was able to get me the resolution that I sought. I would highly recommend him.
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19 Aug, 2021 by Paul
Adam went above and beyond to help settle a business dispute I had with a customer. He reviewed the contract between myself and my customer and sent a letter of demand that quickly resulted in a settlement. He always responded promptly and took time and care in my case. He spared me months of legal litigation and court fees with his counsel and action. I highly recommend Adam and will use him anytime in the future when I need legal counsel.
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19 Sep, 2016 by Ed
I used Adam to settle a dispute with a rehab center. He resolved the dispute and I received a fair judgement. I will use Adam as my attorney.
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29 Jul, 2021 by Robin
Today I had the pleasure of meeting Blair Streitenberger of Lowcountry Legal Solutions, LLC. I consulted with Blair by phone. His phone consults make it easy and affordable to get legal guidance.
He is true to his mission statement "Our goal is to help you reduce the stress of life through competent, efficient, and friendly legal services."
I found Blair to be a knowledgeable and highly competent attorney, as well as a kind and compassionate fellow with a the heart of a helper.
Make no mistake, he is also a fighter for the cause of his clients and he will go to battle with the will of a warrior, accepting nothing short of victory.
If you need legal services pertaining to trusts, wills, power of attorney, estate planning, or family court matters, you will do well to speak with Blair first! My impression was that he is not about helping his clients achieve the greatest value for their dollar, and ultimate success in legal challenges.
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29 Jan, 2020 by Mike
Blair helped me through the process of collecting years of unpaid child support. His communication and guidance was fantastic every step of the way. I’ll be reaching back out to him with any future needs and highly recommend his service to anyone who could use a down-to-earth attorney who really wants to help. And for what it’s worth he doesn’t nickel and dime you on every tiny little thing.
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07 Feb, 2019 by Matt
Blair did an excellent job assisting with document review and analysis for consulting projects and helping my family with legal questions especially pertaining to estate planning. I have know Blair for 15 years and his wide knowledge base has been extremely valuable to me personally and my business.
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15 Jan, 2023 by Anonymous
I'm out of Columbia, SC and the PMC firm came highly rated from the top Cola. firm. Virginia is under an attorney who was a judge in the local court system. Virginia knows everyone in the local system and all of the local attorneys. She represented my family in a probate case and I could not speak more highly of her work. She or Courtney were always extremely quick to communicate any issue. The case had a good outcome thanks to their diligence. And when it was over more than a year later, PMC actually sent me a considerable refund on the retainer paid, which absolutely amazed me...
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03 Feb, 2017 by Chris
All I can say is what a great experience... from the initial phone call all the way to document completion. Ms. Spencer gave me such a great peace of mind knowing that I was in good hands. She was able to take my requests and deliver more than I could have expected! Being a widowed single father... peace of mind is worth so very much. What a fantastic attorney and amazing firm to have in my corner!!!
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19 Apr, 2016 by Steve
Ms. Spencer assisted us in updating our estate plans and advance directives. She was thorough in explaining options, answering questions, and addressing all of our needs. She prepared drafts promptly and within budget. Professional in every way. Highly recommended. Steve and Trese-Ann Mount
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18 Jan, 2021 by Michael
Chris and his team have been great at not only helping my wife amd I set up our estate but also helping us review on a periodic basis to ensure it is up to date
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18 Jan, 2021 by Steve b
We had put off our Will preparation and POA designations forever and a day. After research into credentials, we went with Bratton Law...this was the right choice! Chris is super knowledgeable, is a common presenter on estate planning and elder law (clearly knows his stuff), and made our process worry free while answering all of our questions. They also have several offices, one of which was nearby and made meeting logistically easy. I would highly recommend, and will likely be using professional services from Bratton in the future.
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21 May, 2020 by Marty
Excellent lawyer very professional .explains details in laymen’s terms.the staff I dealt with,Tina and Dani were super helpful.classey firm.
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12 Oct, 2016 by John
Mr. Chambers took the bull by the horns and went for it. He represented us very professionally and kept us updated the whole time. He did his homework and came through for us. We would definitely recommend him.
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13 Sep, 2016 by Anonymous
Joseph Chambers was recommend by a good friend of ours. We made an appointment to see him. Joe Chambers took the time to explain everything about the bankruptcy programs and help us decide which one it would benefit us more according to our situation. We felt very comfortable with him. What stood out more to us is that we did not felt that we were judged By him. He was very kind and understanding and that ment alot to us! We would keep him as our lawyer for any legal things that will come our way in the future and we would also highly recommend him to family and friends.
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10 Sep, 2016 by Anonymous
Im glad i got so lucky to find joe as an attorney he has helped me step by step throught every process and i know i wouldnt have got the results i got with out him!
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23 Sep, 2014 by Gail d
We can't say enough good things about Haymond Law and Deacon Haymond in particular. Deacon helped us with a very difficult situation regarding a family trust. We were very unhappy with the trustee and found the trustee to be unresponsive to our requests. Haymond Law pursued our case expeditiously and efficiently, allowing us to move the trust assets.
We highly recommend Haymond Law to anyone seeking a firm for their wealth management and estate needs.
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25 Aug, 2014 by Sharon g.
I wish we had done this planning years ago. We now have a great sense of peace and no longer worry about the matter.
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10 Nov, 2010 by Matthew
I retained Mr. Haymond to draft a trust for members of my family. He was very capable, reasonable, and I have complete confidence in his abilities.
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30 Apr, 2015 by David
I have used Spencer Ball’s legal and real estate title services for many years. He has always done a fantastic job for me and given me excellent advice. I can recommend him wholeheartedly.
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28 Apr, 2015 by Andrew
I have known Spencer Ball for about 11 years. In all my years working with Spencer, I have always known him to be strictly honest in business and in his personal life. In his dealings with us as a closing agent, title searcher, and owner of a title company, I have noticed that he would never bend the rules and always tried to error on the side of transparency. Spencer has represented me personally in several civil lawsuits which required his efforts during about 6 years. I have never known him to take advantage of anyone especially in his capacity as a lawyer which is extremely rare in my experience. Spencer is a good man and truly an outstanding example to the oath he took when becoming a member of the bar, and in his professional career.
Thank You!
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28 Apr, 2015 by Andy iheanacho
I have known Spencer Ball since 2001, where he has managed my loan closings, and he has also represented me in litigation and other matters. Spencer cuts to the chase and is quick to identify issues which are important, but not obvious. He has helped me through the years as a genuine trusted advisor.
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08 Jun, 2020 by Anonymous
Another local attorney quoted me 2,500 – 3,500 for a small bank account and Florida Probate quote was only 995.00 and we are handling most everything online. James explained everything we needed help with and was so thorough! What a relief! Thank you, Mr. Flick at Florida Probates.
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13 May, 2020 by Dimitri
The team over at Florida Probates is dedicated to providing high-quality service at very reasonable prices. I was very pleased with James and Brendan's transparent and organized process that kept me informed and kept everything on track. I would recommend anyone looking for help and advice on how to handle an estate to give them a call.
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13 Apr, 2015 by Anonymous
Great people, and family friendly atmosphere. Highly knowledgeable in his field and well understood. Hard working and determined are great traits he has which will benefit you.
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14 Aug, 2017 by Anonymous
She just completed a rather complex family trust for us and was a pleasure to work with. Very knowledgeable, through, and I would recommend her highly.
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18 Dec, 2016 by Vickie
This Trust Sandra is working is the3rd for my family. She is very help filling in information we likely would have over looked.
Great Attorney and pleasant person.
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04 Nov, 2016 by Christopher
Very knowledgeable, very competent. Looks for the most efficient and effective solution. Took a very complicated situation and distilled it down to the essential elements that needed attention. Very fair with her billing. i would recommend without hesitation. C
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02 May, 2017 by George
His bills were a fraction of my old Century City law firm's and he was much more responsive then they ever were.
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18 Mar, 2017 by Thomas "alan" schwartzkopf, us army, retired
He is detailed, friendly and seems to know the rules, etc. He rates are fair. I will continue to use him and refer business to him.
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11 Mar, 2017 by Nick
Competent, knowledgeable, concerned with what is actually the case rather than interpretations of or reactions to it and assertive without being pushy.
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22 Jun, 2015 by Kristy
We love Pat! As Nevada residents we had a very complicated guardianship case, and was blessed to have been referred to Pat by Prepaid Legal. Our case was in Kern County, however, since we were turned down by numerous attorneys in Kern, we had to go to LA County to find an attorney. Pat took our case with no hesitation, was kind, compassionate and knowledgeable and won our case! She was fantastic about her price, and travel time. I highly recommend her. Honest, kind and funny as heck! Thanks again Pat!
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31 Dec, 2014 by Melody
Attorney Murphy went to great lengths to correct a complicated real estate situation. She did so in the midst of extenuating personal circumstances. She's very knowledgeable, insightful, and very compassionate. We can't recommend her highly enough.
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06 May, 2008 by Anonymous
she is great. when i think about what she had done for me, i sometime cry. she was very generous in her price. i love her!! she is very honest and professional.
thanks
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01 Mar, 2017 by Anonymous
I already submitted this once. To cap, he was timely, infomative and very thorough.
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01 Mar, 2017 by Dan
Monte does great work for us. We call upon him frequently about estate planning, trust design, and fiduciary administration questions. He is always very prompt in returning calls, if we do not reach him directly. His answers and guidance are clear and concise, and always based on trying to find solutions. Highly recommended.
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22 Feb, 2017 by Bryce
Mr. Schatz was the attorney we are to handle the case for my office. Over the past few months it has been an absolute pleasure working with Monte and his team. The case was handled in an extremely timely manner and the response that we received was exactly what we were looking for! We absolutely will hire Monte and his team again.
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07 May, 2024 by John carberry
Cares about clients and wants to get you a positive outcome without bankrupting you. I have learned that you can pretty much divide divorce attorneys into 2 categories: one group that simply wants to churn information back and forth between attorneys as well as between attorney and client in way that simply bills hours and accomplishes little until the 11th hour when it could have been settled in the first or second hour. And then there is a group, like Karen, that truly wants to problem solve, propose solutions, avoid litigation and get an outcome for her client that is both fair and reasonable in cost. Karen is honest, dedicated and she told me what I needed to hear rather than what I wanted to hear. I cannot recommend her highly enough. I was fortunate to have someone recommend her to me and, every time I mentioned her to someone in the legal community in Maryland (4x), the response from each attorney was overwhelmingly positive. If you are looking for someone who will be in your corner, fight for you, shoot straight with you(the good and the bad), look no further than Karen Amos.
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20 Dec, 2019 by Z watkins
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29 Jan, 2018 by Julia nickerson
Matt is a rare find--wealth of knowledge combined with compassion. If you live in the Evergreen Colorado area, you will want Matt as your estate planning attorney. You are lucky to have him in your area-he is known across the country as a pillar in the estate planning community.
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07 Mar, 2017 by Joel
My colleague and I approached Matt with a business idea and need to establish an LLC. This was a first for us, so he walked us through the process in a very professional, but well thought out manner that immediately gave us confidence not only with his services, but also with our new endeavor. Matt spent time with us, asking questions about our business and getting to know the details of our plans so that he could best advise us moving forward. Matt initiated a timeline and checklist of items that we'd need to complete and within a matter of a short couple of weeks, he had us set up and ready to get to work. Matts level of experience and expertise in this area was extremely noticeable and gave us peace of mind from the onset of our discussions. Personable, intelligent, and focused on us. For these reasons, I would strongly recommend Matts services to anyone in need of legal advise and/or with similar circumstances as ours. Thanks a ton, Matt!!
Joel
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28 Feb, 2017 by Anonymous
I first met with Matt approximately a year and a half ago, when I decided to establish an LLC. I had looked a several on line, do it yourself sites and just did not feel comfortable. I quickly realized that I needed professional legal assistance, in order to make sure my new LLC was created properly.
After meeting with Matt and discussing all my needs, Matt put together a comprehensive plan for my LLC.
He helped me decide the best state to establish my LLC in for liability protection, as well as tax benefits. Matt also created my Executive Summary and Operations Agreement. His attention to detail and diligence in looking out for my best interest, was second to none. More importantly, Matt took whatever time was necessary to make sure I fully understood not only the "big picture", but all the nuances of my new LLC.
Since then, Matt has reviewed several business contracts for me. Each and every time coming back with a clear and precise answer in a timely manner, along with giving his "your best interest in mind" advice and recommendations.
Matt has done such an amazing job with everything I have throw his way, it has led me to currently work with him on my family's Estate Planning. Matt is in the process of putting together a fully customized Trust for me. He has been incredible walking us through the infinite amount of options and legal scenarios, in order to find a plan that best suites my wants and my family's future needs.
With Matt, you always feel that you have his full and undivided attention. He establishes a personal relationship, and you never feel like you are "just another client". He always answer questions, phone messages, emails, quickly. Often the same day, usually within an hour. You never feel forgotten about, or that your issues and questions are not important.
I trust Matt fully with any and all legal affairs concerning my LLC and Estate. I would have zero hesitation recommending Matt to my closest friends and family.
I think you will be hard pressed to find a better, more knowledgeable, honest, hard working and sincere Lawyer anywhere.
-Chris
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10 Dec, 2022 by William
I hired Adam to represent me after the seller defaulted on an owner financing deal. It was a fight all the way up to closing but him and his team fault for me and they did not back down. We made them pay as much as possible under the circumstances. I was happy with the results. Thanks again team, if you ever have to pull out the big guns call adam. He’ll get her done .
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26 Aug, 2016 by Anonymous
Hoipkemier was great, straight to the point yet kind and understanding. I like lawyers like Adam Hoipkemier because of the comfort that he provides. Very secure demeanor, that allows you to breathe easy even when things seem tough. Many thanks.
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17 Nov, 2014 by Buddy
Adam, Is an excellent Attorney. He kept me well informed during my case. He is a very kind person, and always made me feel better no matter what twist or turn my case took .I would recommend him to anyone and if I ever need an Attorney again , he will be my first call!
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What a Trusts Lawyer Can Do for You
A trusts lawyer specializes in creating and managing trusts, which are legal entities that allow individuals to transfer assets to beneficiaries while maintaining control over how and when those assets are distributed. Trusts are used for estate planning, asset protection, tax planning, and ensuring the financial security of loved ones. Trusts lawyers help clients choose the right type of trust for their needs, draft trust documents, and advise on the administration and management of trusts.
Whether you're planning to pass on your assets to your heirs, protect your wealth from creditors, or provide for a disabled family member, a trusts lawyer can help you establish a trust that meets your financial and personal goals.
When Should I Hire a Trusts Lawyer?
You should consider hiring a trusts lawyer in various situations, particularly when you're planning for the future distribution of your assets or protecting your wealth. Common reasons to hire a trusts lawyer include:
- Estate planning: If you want to ensure that your assets are distributed according to your wishes, a lawyer can help you create a revocable or irrevocable trust to avoid probate and provide for your heirs.
- Asset protection: If you want to protect your assets from creditors, lawsuits, or potential future liabilities, a lawyer can help you establish a trust to shield your wealth.
- Special needs planning: If you have a disabled family member, a lawyer can create a special needs trust to provide for their care without affecting their eligibility for government benefits.
- Tax planning: If you're looking to minimize estate taxes or manage tax liabilities, a lawyer can help you create tax-advantageous trusts, such as a credit shelter trust or charitable remainder trust.
- Charitable giving: If you want to leave a legacy through charitable donations, a lawyer can help you set up a charitable trust to ensure your donations are managed according to your wishes.
- Business succession planning: If you own a business and want to ensure a smooth transition of ownership, a lawyer can help you establish a trust to pass the business on to your heirs or chosen successors.
Hiring a trusts lawyer early in the estate planning process ensures that your assets are protected and your wishes are clearly documented, reducing the chances of disputes after your death.
What Does a Trusts Lawyer Do?
A trusts lawyer provides a variety of legal services to help individuals create, manage, and administer trusts. Their responsibilities often include:
- Drafting trust documents: Preparing the legal documents needed to create the trust, ensuring it is tailored to your specific goals and complies with state and federal laws.
- Choosing the right type of trust: Assisting clients in selecting the most appropriate type of trust for their needs, whether it's a revocable trust, irrevocable trust, living trust, or special needs trust.
- Trust administration: Guiding trustees through their legal responsibilities, including managing assets, making distributions to beneficiaries, and filing tax returns.
- Modifying or terminating trusts: Helping modify or terminate trusts if circumstances change, such as changes in tax laws, family situations, or personal preferences.
- Protecting beneficiaries' interests: Structuring trusts to protect the interests of beneficiaries, especially if there are concerns about financial management, disability, or dependency issues.
- Minimizing estate taxes: Assisting clients in structuring their trusts to minimize or avoid estate taxes, ensuring more of the estate passes to beneficiaries.
- Handling disputes: Mediating or representing clients in court if disputes arise among beneficiaries or between trustees and beneficiaries.
How Are Trusts Lawyers Paid?
Trusts lawyers typically charge for their services based on the complexity of the trust and the type of legal work involved. Common payment methods include:
- Flat fee: For drafting basic trusts, such as revocable living trusts or special needs trusts, many lawyers charge a flat fee. This can range from $1,000 to $5,000 or more, depending on the complexity of the trust.
- Hourly rate: For more complex trust planning, ongoing trust administration, or resolving disputes, some lawyers charge by the hour. Hourly rates typically range from $150 to $500 or more, depending on the lawyer’s experience and location.
- Retainer: For long-term trust administration or complex estate planning cases, some lawyers may require a retainer, an upfront payment that covers ongoing services.
- Contingency fee (rare): In rare cases, particularly in disputes involving the administration of a trust, lawyers may work on a contingency fee basis, getting paid only if they successfully recover funds or resolve a legal dispute in your favor.
Always discuss the fee structure with your lawyer during the initial consultation to understand the total cost of services.
How Much Does a Trusts Lawyer Cost?
The cost of hiring a trusts lawyer depends on the complexity of the trust, the lawyer’s experience, and the fee structure. General cost estimates include:
- Basic trust creation: For simple trusts, such as revocable living trusts, fees may range from $1,000 to $3,000.
- Complex trust creation: For sophisticated estate plans involving multiple trusts, tax planning strategies, or special needs considerations, legal fees may range from $5,000 to $10,000 or more.
- Trust administration: If you are serving as a trustee and need ongoing legal advice, hourly rates for trust administration can range from $150 to $500 or more.
- Dispute resolution: Costs for litigation or mediation in trust disputes may range from $5,000 to $50,000 or more, depending on the complexity of the case.
Be sure to get a detailed cost estimate from your lawyer during the consultation to ensure the services fit within your budget.
Top Questions to Ask a Trusts Lawyer
Before hiring a trusts lawyer, consider asking the following questions:
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What experience do you have with creating trusts?
Ensure the lawyer has experience drafting trusts and managing trust administration for clients with similar goals or asset structures. -
What types of trusts do you recommend for my situation?
Ask the lawyer to explain the different types of trusts available and which ones best suit your needs. -
How do you charge for your services?
Clarify the fee structure and request an estimate of the total cost. -
What are the tax implications of the trust?
Ensure the lawyer can explain how the trust will affect your taxes and strategies to minimize tax liability. -
How long will it take to set up the trust?
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Will you handle the trust administration?
If ongoing management is required, inquire whether the lawyer will assist with trust administration or if you'll need a separate trustee. -
Can you help resolve disputes if they arise?
Ask about the lawyer's experience in resolving trust disputes.
How to Check the Credibility of a Trusts Lawyer
To ensure you are hiring a reputable trusts lawyer, take the following steps:
- Verify their bar status: Check with your state bar association to confirm the lawyer is licensed and has no disciplinary actions.
- Look for trust law experience: Review their website or professional profile to ensure they specialize in estate planning and trusts.
- Read client reviews and testimonials: Look for feedback on platforms like Avvo, Martindale-Hubbell, or Google.
- Ask for references: Request references from past clients who can speak to their experience with the lawyer.
- Check for certifications: Look for certifications such as Certified Estate Planning Law Specialist (EPLS) or memberships in organizations like the American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys (AAEPA).
What Should I Prepare for My First Consultation?
To make the most of your first consultation with a trusts lawyer, bring the following:
- List of assets: Prepare a list of all your assets, including real estate, bank accounts, investments, retirement accounts, and personal property.
- List of beneficiaries: Provide names and contact information of individuals or organizations you want to name as beneficiaries.
- Existing estate planning documents: Bring copies of any existing wills, trusts, or other estate planning documents.
- Financial information: Bring financial statements, tax returns, and other relevant financial documentation.
- Questions for the lawyer: Prepare a list of questions about the trust creation process, fees, and how the trust will protect your assets and beneficiaries.
- Goals for the trust: Clearly outline your objectives, such as asset protection, tax minimization, or provisions for beneficiaries, so the lawyer can tailor the trust to your needs.
By preparing thoroughly for your consultation, you can help the lawyer assess your situation effectively and receive the best possible legal advice for creating and managing your trust.
