Joe B Stansell, experienced Business, Intellectual Property attorney in Redmond, WA with 129 reviews
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Joe B Stansell

8201 164th Ave. NE, Suite 200, Redmond, WA

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1988:
University of Utah S.J. Quinney College of Law, JD - Juris Doctor
1984:
University of Idaho, BA - Bachelor of Arts

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Issa tenkiang

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13 Nov, 2024
We had the pleasure of working with Christina and Robert to establish a living trust for our family. The process was remarkably seamless, and everything was completed within a very reasonable timeframe. Robert and Christina were flexible and accommodating to our schedules, consistently available to answer our questions whenever they arose. Their professionalism, combined with their positive energy, made the entire experience a true pleasure. I commend their dedication and highly recommend them to anyone looking to plan their estate in the Redmond-Bellevue-Kirkland corridor.
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Hanna tibebu

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09 Nov, 2024
I cannot express enough gratitude for the exceptional legal representation and unwavering support I received from Ray and Polona. From the moment I contacted the their office, I felt a sense of relief and confidence. They took the time to explain complex legal matters in a clear and understandable way, ensuring I was always informed and involved. Their dedication to my case was evident in their tireless efforts to secure a fair settlement. Beyond their legal expertise, Ray and Polona were also incredibly kind and supportive. They genuinely cared about my well-being and went above and beyond to alleviate any stress or anxiety I experienced. Their empathy and understanding made a significant difference during a difficult time. I wholeheartedly recommend Brooks Law firm to anyone in need of legal assistance. Their professionalism, expertise, and compassion are unmatched. Thank you again for everything.
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Erin g

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07 Nov, 2024
Very professional, knowledgeable, responsive and extremely helpful. I'm so happy to finally have my estate plan complete! Thank you! I will certainly be recommending to friends and family.
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Excellent communication and responsiveness
“Josh was incredibly skilled at resolving our case. Cannot recommend him enough. I will be referring all friends over to him and his firm.”
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Knowledgeable and professional legal expertise
“As the co-founder of one of America's largest and most successful web companies, I've worked with many attorneys over the years, but none can compete with Joe's mix of knowledge, candor, ethics, and dedication.”
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Compassionate and understanding approach
“Josh was able to give me way more confidence in my case and in the end I couldn't have asked for a better resolution to my divorce. He made it possible for me to focus on my health and saved me from so much stress.”
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Diligent and dedicated to client's best interests
“Rick and Josh did an excellent job defending me and my wife. They eventually got the case dismissed without a trial! Their hard work and dedication to the law was most appreciative.”
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Efficient and timely resolution of cases
“Josh settled all claims and worked with Snohomish County to have the criminal complaint dismissed. All of this in a very short period of time and within the original flat fee that we had agreed upon.”
Cons
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Limited availability for some clients
“Josh said he had more important cases and couldn't help.”
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Potential for unexpected fees
“Be very careful with your money here - it takes 10 minutes to read a four sentence email apparently.”

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